alcohol,category,country,description,designation,price,rating,region,subregion,subsubregion,title,url,varietal,vintage,winery 13.7,White,US,"An exciting Gewürz, one of the best out there. Shows the variety's exotic spiciness and muskiness, with underlying orange, honeydew melon, lychee, pear and kumquat flavors, brightened by wonderful acidity. No oak was used in the production, and the finish is totally dry.",Floodgate Vineyard,22,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cartograph 2009 Floodgate Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2009-floodgate-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Cartograph 16,Red,Italy,"Tedeschi's base Amarone is a beautiful wine with integrated flavors of spice and dark fruit that are evenly spread over its smooth, supple mouthfeel. Soft tannins and rich density make this wine a good choice for steak with creamy mushroom sauce.",,54,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Tedeschi 14.5,White,Portugal,"Smooth, unctuous and rich, this is a gorgeous wine that offers ripe peach and pineapple fruits to go with the fine acidity and hint of spice. Ready to drink now, it could age.",Esporão Reserva,20,91,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2009 Esporão Reserva White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2009-esporao-reserva-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade do Esporão 14.9,White,US,"Made in the ultraripe style that is Williams Selyem Chardonnay, this wine almost needs to be enjoyed by itself as a cocktail. It's explosive in apricot jam, pineapple tart, pear crême brûlée, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors that feel fat and dry and slightly hot in alcohol. Not particularly subtle, but earns points for sheer power.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"Sourced from the Wallula vineyard, this pure Syrah opens with a pretty, floral top note over flavors of purple berries. Hints of dried herb and lavender bring complexity into the lightly chocolaty finish.",,40,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boudreaux Cellars 2006 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2006,Boudreaux Cellars 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a meaty, savory wine with loads of ripe fruit, plum and prune followed by moist earth and smoked ham. The wine has polished, almost squeaky tannins and a rich mouthfeel.",,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-dario-e-fabio-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 14.9,Red,Australia,"This wine hides its 14.9% alcohol well under layers of plush cassis and blueberry fruit. Cedar, vanilla and cinnamon add to its complexity, enhanced by hints of cracked pepper and marinated beef. This is supple in texture and broad in the mouth without being overly weighty. Drink now–2017.",,28,91,South Australia,Barossa,,Barossa Jack 2008 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-jack-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,Barossa Jack 15,Red,US,"Showing softly sweet raspberry, cherry and cocoa flavors, with a luxe coating of smoky oak. Acidity and tannins are melted, making it a gentle Cabernet to drink now and for the next few years. Tasted twice.",Aurelio's Selection,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Angel 2007 Aurelio's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-angel-2007-aurelios-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Napa Angel 13.8,Red,US,"A bright, spicy Cabernet from this famous vineyard better known for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Made from a small, older block of vines, it's dry and appealing, with ripe cherry, blackberry, cedar, anise and pepper flavors. Drink now for freshness.",Rochioli VIneyard,80,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2007 Rochioli VIneyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2007-rochioli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Longboard 13.5,Red,US,"The 2006 vintage of this Cabernet blew me away. This '07 is considerably more difficult to evaluate. Fresh out of the bottle, it's dry, tannic and raw in acids. The black cherry sour candy and Dr. Pepper cola flavors have an unrelieved toughness. Yet the balance seems to be there for aging. The score is entirely tentative, and could well rise in coming years. But it could also go down. Roll the dice.",Estate,100,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Sabina Vineyards 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sabina-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sabina Vineyards 13,White,Australia,"This softly structured, user-friendly Chard boasts prototypical barrel-fermented notes of cashews, buttered toast and grilled peaches, carried along by a full-bodied, lush mouthfeel. Finishes long, with well integrated oak. Drink now.",No. 11,30,90,New South Wales,Orange,,Philip Shaw 2007 No. 11 Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-shaw-2007-no-11-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,2007,Philip Shaw 13.5,Red,France,"This medium-bodied red displays an array of dried spices alongside ample black-cherry fruit. It's fresher and firmer than the 2007 (also reviewed this month), featuring some slightly dusty tannins on the finish. Drink now–2015 or so.",Rasteau,25,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château du Trignon 2006 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2006-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château du Trignon 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a vibrant and sweet-smelling Amarone with aromas of Christmas spice, nutmeg, vanilla, chocolate and loads of vibrant berry fruit. There's a touch of natural rubber as well and the wine is smooth, silky and firm on the close.",,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cent'Anni 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/centanni-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Cent'Anni 14.1,Red,US,"A very good Pinot Noir, bone dry and full-bodied, with a clean mouthfeel and a long, spicy finish. It's tannic, giving an astringent bite to the cherry, cola, mushroom, tobacco and balsam flavors. Give it a year or two to mellow.",Sea Change,39,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Vine Hill 2008 Sea Change Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-hill-2008-sea-change-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vine Hill 14,Red,Italy,"Made with partially dried grapes, Ripassa is a full and generous wine packed tight with ripe fruit, spice and tobacco aromas. It imparts a rich, smooth feel with lingering notes of cinnamon and cherry on the finish.",Ripassa,28,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Zenato 2007 Ripassa (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2007-ripassa-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Zenato 15,Red,Italy,"This is a masculine and austere Amarone with deep tones of blackberry, prune, black chocolate, clove, cardamom and smoky touches of tar and resin. Drying mineral notes appear in the mouth and provide for a very pretty contrast against the wine's succulent, sweet fruit flavors.",Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Zecchini 2006 Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zecchini-2006-vigneto-calandra-romagnano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2006,Zecchini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in large oak casks, this dark and thickly extracted Ripasso does a nice job of integrating mature black fruit aromas with spice and tobacco. The oak element is nicely tucked in the background and the wine shows bright fruit flavors in the mouth as well.",,18,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Vigneti Villabella 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2006-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Vigneti Villabella 13,White,France,"Black currant and white plums give this wine its fresh edge and its richness. It has an opulent feel to it, with concentrated spice inside the round texture. The end brings out the relief of crisp acidity.",Réserve,15,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2008 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2008-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Willm 14,Red,Italy,"This sees 12 months of oak aging for extra layers of spice, leather and tobacco that sit over a solid base of red fruit and cherry cola. A really nice wine. this is plush and dense in the mouth with a long, succulent finish.",Caterina Zardini,28,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2007 Caterina Zardini (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2007-caterina-zardini-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Giuseppe Campagnola 13.5,White,US,"California Riesling seems to be making a comeback and if it is, it's thanks to inexpensive but wonderful wines like this. It's dryish to off dry, with beautiful acidity and delicious flavors of citrus fruits, green apples, pears, honeyed jasmine tea and vanilla bean. Just beautiful for drinking now.",,13,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Firestone 2009 Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2009-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2009,Firestone 15,Red,Italy,"This ripe and plump Amarone delivers mature berry aromas with loads of raspberry, blueberry and cherry. The wine is soft and velvety with very good staying power and density.",Le Quare,48,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Gamba 2006 Le Quare (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2006-le-quare-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Gamba 14.5,Red,Chile,"A massive, sweet and hugely ripe style of Carmenère that leans toward fat and raisiny, even buttery. Interestingly, the palate shows a streak of sharp acidity along with highly concentrated flavors of black olive, prune, raisin and fig. Big and emphasizing size and heft more than total harmony. Drink now through 2012.",Kai,120,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 Kai Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-kai-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Errazuriz 14.5,Red,US,"A big, chewy Zinfandel that'll throw you on the ground and lather you in berry-incased tannins, peppery body and all-out lusciousness. All the fruit comes from Shake Ridge Ranch, Ann Kraemer's rock-star vineyard, from a trio of clones (Heart's Desire, Mendo and Monte Rosso) and the 12% Petite Sirah adds a dusty backdrop to the finish, which also surprises with a touch of licorice. The oak is present, in a good way.",Vineyard Select Series,36,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Newsome-Harlow 2008 Vineyard Select Series Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2008-vineyard-select-series-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Newsome-Harlow 18,Port/Sherry,Australia,"Brick in color, turning tawny at the rim, this plump blend of a half-dozen grape varieties displays ample complexity in its notes of caramelized nuts, dried cherries and baking spices. It's a pleasant post-dinner drink, with just the right touch of tannins remaining on the finish.",Old Codger Fine Old Tawny,18,89,Australia Other,Australia,,Dutschke NV Old Codger Fine Old Tawny Port (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutschke-nv-old-codger-fine-old-tawny-port-blend-port-other/,Port,,Dutschke 16,Red,Italy,"There's a bold, extracted and meaty quality to this wine that also exhibits aromas of leather, pipe tobacco, cured meat and jammy blackberry. Oak-driven aromas of spice and wood shavings are very evident and the wine will appeal to those who love a big, masculine style.",La Coeta,61,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Lenguin 2006 La Coeta (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-lenguin-2006-coeta-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2006,Corte Lenguin ,White,US,"Oaky on the nose, but with the ripe firm fruit to support the barrel flavors, this hits the palate bang on with a powerful load of ripe apple, stone fruits, toast, spice and plain old oak. It's a style that is becoming standard for Ste. Michelle Chardonnays, a forceful, very ripe, big flavor approach that may benefit from decanting in order to smooth it out.",Canoe Ridge Estate,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Canoe Ridge Estate Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-canoe-ridge-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Red,France,"A juicy, fruit-forward rendition of Crozes-Hermitage, with game- and herb-tinged cherries and berries. It's medium bodied, with silky tannins that make it immediately approachable. Drink now–2015.",,31,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 2007 Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-vincent-jaboulet-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 12.5,White,France,"An intense, fruity wine, with concentrated steely, stony flavors. Initially austere, it opens into fine, ripe aromas. But it remains on the dry, crisp side, a definite food wine. Needs 2–3 years of aging.",Les Murailles,23,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2004 Les Murailles Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2004-murailles-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Dopff & Irion 13.5,White,US,"With just a hint of oak, this Chardonnay is all about fruit and acidity. It's dry and crisp, with a firm, clean mouthfeel, and pleasant citrus, apple, pear and mineral flavors.",Karia,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2008 Karia Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2008-karia-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 14,Red,Portugal,"This smooth, full-bodied wine offers plum jam flavors, concentration, with hints of herbs, sweet berries, laced with acidity. From the Herdade das Servas vineyards near the marble quarries of Estremoz, this is worth aging for two years.",Monte das Servas Escolha,10,89,Alentejano,,,Serrano Mira 2008 Monte das Servas Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serrano-mira-2008-monte-das-servas-escolha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Serrano Mira 14,Red,US,"Tough, dry and gritty in tannins and acids, a young, fresh wine with jammy raspberry, cherry, buttered oak and spice flavors. Tastes a bit direct, like a fruit cola drink. But there's an elegant purity and inherent finesse that suggest this Pinot Noir might do interesting things over the next six years. Could improve dramatically.",La Encantada Vineyard,43,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Saudade 2008 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saudade-2008-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Saudade 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Light, elegant and hinting at lemon-lime on the bouquet. The mouth is mellow, complete and not the least bit aggressive, with peach and melon flavors that turn drier and mildly pithy on the finish. Well-executed and elegant cava, but simple in its totality because it's brut nature.",Leopardi Brut Nature,29,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Llopart 2004 Leopardi Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llopart-2004-leopardi-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Llopart 13.5,White,Portugal,Elegantly wood-aged wine that has fresh acidity along with toasty pear juice and a rich cream texture. It has an attractive nutmeg edge to go with its tangy aftertaste.,Vila Santa Reserva Branco,20,89,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Vila Santa Reserva Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-vila-santa-reserva-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,J. Portugal Ramos 12,Sparkling,France,"A richer than usual Crémant, ripe and full-bodied, with great pear and ripe apple flavors over soft acidity. There is a delicious mouthfeel, very mellifluous and rounded, with just the right acidity to give final crispness.",,23,89,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Mittnacht Frères NV White (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mittnacht-freres-nv-white-cremant-dalsace/,White Blend,,Mittnacht Frères 18,Port/Sherry,Australia,"This young tawny, actually garnet in color, is warm and supple. And although this easygoing tawny lacks a bit of complexity, it boasts ample, mouthfilling flavors of black cherry, plum and chocolate.",Tawny,14,89,Victoria,Victoria,,R.L. Buller & Son NV Tawny Port (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rl-buller-son-nv-tawny-port-blend-port-victoria/,Port,,R.L. Buller & Son 14.5,Red,Australia,"Medium bodied and firmly structured, this stands apart from many Australian Shiraz for those characteristics. It also boasts scents of leather, cedar and vanilla on the nose, backed by flavors of plum and black cherry. The leathery notes re-emerge on the finish alongside mouth-watering fruit. Drink now–2020.",,22,89,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Taltarni 2005 Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2005,Taltarni 16,Red,Italy,"This is a hearty and determined wine that is characterized by a sweet vein of raspberry jam, candied fruit, cinnamon and Christmas spice. It feels soft and velvety on the close and would pair with a fragrant meat dish such as caramelized onion and sausage with fennel seed.",,90,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,L'Arco 2003 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larco-2003-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,L'Arco 14.1,Red,Chile,"Opens sweet and borderline syrupy, but also dark, earthy and candied, with nothing offensive or too herbal. The palate is jammy and rich, with soft tannins, saturation, black-fruit flavors, chocolate and herbal flavors. Finishes sweet and sticky, with coffee and some mint. Very nice wine but also so ripe that the varietal character is vague.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,24,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Lapostolle 15.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone I Quadretti opens with loads of ripe fruit, strawberry and exotic spice. The wine is packed tight with power and intensity and the mouthfeel is accented by luscious cherry, clove, leather, mineral and cola.",I Quadretti,57,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,La Giaretta 2003 I Quadretti (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2003-i-quadretti-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,La Giaretta 14.9,Red,US,"Not showing well now, a dry, tartly acidic wine with jammy blackberry and cherry flavors. Feels sharp and angular and fresh. The grapes come from the mountain estate vineyard, and the wine could develop bottle complexity over the years. Best to cellar for a good 5–6 years and try again.",Native Son,80,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2006 Native Son Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2006-native-son-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kuleto Estate 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a solid Cabernet for drinking now and over the next few years. It's dry and full-bodied, with classic flavors of blackberries and cassis, liberally oaked. It's tight right out of the bottle, so give it a long decant.",,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kuleto Estate 19,Dessert,Australia,"A pale tawny in color, this complex sweet wine features notes of honey, fig and citrus. It's silky in texture, even if the alcohol does show through a bit on the finish.",Museum Reserve Antique Tawny,19,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba NV Museum Reserve Antique Tawny Port (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-nv-museum-reserve-antique-tawny-port-blend-port-south/,Port,,Yalumba 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Very black in color, this is a dark and powerful wine. Its texture is treacly, opulent, the big spice, plum juice and raisin character powering through the tannins. Like most of the Julian Reynolds range, it has an old-fashioned barnyard feel, making it a great food wine, but not for sipping.",Reserva,,89,Alentejano,,,Julian Reynolds 2005 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julian-reynolds-2005-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2005,Julian Reynolds 13.5,White,US,"A pretty, polished and crisp Riesling that straddles the line between dry and off-dry. It's high in acidity, making the citrus, green apple, peach and jasmine flavors mouthwatering and clean. A beautiful wine to drink now.",Kick On Ranch,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ojai 2009 Kick On Ranch Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2009-kick-ranch-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,2009,Ojai 16,Red,Italy,"Yes, this is a big, bulky wine, but it also shows a particularly elegant edge thanks to its polished aromas of black stone, exotic spice, chocolate fudge and mature berry fruit. It feels velvety, smooth and soft on the long close.",,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Montecariano 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecariano-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Montecariano 16,Red,Italy,"From the hot 2003 vinatge, this is a bold, chewy expression of Amarone with deep layers of mature fruit and cherry. It delivers plush background notes of cinnamon, leather, chocolate and smoked cedar wood as well.",Stropa,200,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2003 Stropa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2003-stropa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Monte dall'Ora 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a hearty, dark and inky expression of Amarone that opens with pretty aromas of mature fruit, polished black stone and loads of Indian spice. There's a slightly sweet or soft point on the close that is followed by dense flavors of mature black fruit.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Domìni Veneti 14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine has been a perennial favorite, but it does offer a very Rhône-inspired set of characteristics, being meaty and somewhat feral in aroma. There are green peppercorn scents as well, and the flavors are intensely savory, spicy and herbal, with a foundation of plum and blackberry fruit. Drink now–2016.",,18,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 2008 Shiraz-Viognier (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terlato-chapoutier-2008-shiraz-syrah-viognier-victoria/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 13.5,Red,France,"Slightly more concentrated and structured than the Jaboulet's regular bottling of Crozes-Hermitage, the 2007 Nouvelère features fresh cherry and berry fruit admirably supported by hints of oak. It's medium to full in body, with soft tannins and a slightly dusty finish. Drink now–2020.",Nouvelère,42,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 2007 Nouvelère (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-vincent-jaboulet-2007-nouvelere-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet ,Red,Chile,"A nice, powerful Cab with mocha, truffle, forest floor, cassis and vanilla aromas preceding a pretty palate of cassis, coffee and toast. The texture is just right and the finish is long and easy, with furry tannins that don't bite. A supple wine that shows the best side of Maipo Cabernet. Drink now–2013.",20 Barrels,24,90,Maipo Valley,,,Cono Sur 2007 20 Barrels Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2007-20-barrels-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cono Sur 13.5,Red,France,"A luxury cuvée aged in oak for up to two years, this is marked by the barrel, but it's most intriguing feature is an intricate herbal overlay to the plummy fruit. This blend of Grenache and Syrah is chunky and extracted, meant for aging, although not unapproachable. Drink now–2015.",Eole Rouge,45,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de la Tuilerie 2007 Eole Rouge Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tuilerie-2007-eole-rouge-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château de la Tuilerie 15,Red,Italy,"Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone and Oseleta grapes make up the formula for this rich and very velvety Amarone. There's a very nice, smooth quality to this wine that is supported by bright berry and spice aromas.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Arduini 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Arduini 16,Red,Italy,"This dense and extracted Amarone offers jammy fruit aromas of blackberry and ripe cherry, followed by suede, spice and smoked mesquite. The mouthfeel is chewy and rich, making this a good pairing partner to hearty winter cuisine.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,CampoReale 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camporeale-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,CampoReale ,White,US,"Barnard Griffin is family-owned, yet competes, both in terms of price and quality, with the biggest wineries in the state. This Chardonnay is reliable year in and year out, but is especially fine in 2009, with wonderful definition. Fresh herbs, crisp green apple and citrus fruit, a full, spicy, tangy mouthfeel, and above all, a lingering and clean finish, make this a terrific value.",,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Barnard Griffin ,Red,US,"Forward and tasty, with violets on the nose and a friendly mix of plum, cherry and cassis fruit, dotted with cut tobacco, and finished with exceptionally smooth and polished tannins. There are chocolaty barrel notes and a seamlessness to the whole wine that shouts quality all the way.",,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Barnard Griffin 14.5,Red,US,"Strongly flavored, lacking perhaps some nuance but makes up for it in sheer power. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, it wows with blackberry, cassis, blueberry and cherry flavors that finish dry and spicy. A good structure of tannins and acids suggests limited time on the cellar. Drink now through 2014.",,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Allegiance 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegiance-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Allegiance 15,Red,Italy,"With careful oak aging, this bright Amarone delivers loads of fruit and spice intensity. There's depth and dimension to the mouthfeel thanks to rich padding of mature fruit, soft tannins and thick extract.",,45,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Brunelli 17,Red,Italy,"Although this hearty Amarone delivers a whopping 17% alcohol, the heat and power is well integrated within the wine's juicy berry fiber and spicy aromas of clove and pepper. Pair this wine with thick pasta and creamy blue cheese sauce.",Case Vecie,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Brigaldara 2005 Case Vecie (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2005-case-vecie-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Brigaldara 14.5,White,Australia,"The Art Series's little sibling is this lush, full-bodied Chardonnay that packs in a lot of flavor. Hints of buttered toast, nuts, vanilla and tropical fruit (guava?) all gently caress the palate, framed by just enough focus to hold it all together. Drink now.",Prelude Vineyards,36,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2008 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2008-prelude-vineyards-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2008,Leeuwin Estate 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a modern twist to this traditional wine of northern Italy that comes forward aromatically as spice, vanilla, leather and loads of black fruit. It shows fine texture and density and would make a good match to oven-roasted pasta.",I Progni,34,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Le Salette 2007 I Progni (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2007-i-progni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Le Salette 14,Red,Italy,"Monti Garbi is a beautiful expression of Ripasso with just the right touch of heft and intensity to pair with roast lamb or grilled steak. Aromas of sweet spice and red fruit fill the mouth and the wine ends with a soft, velvety texture.",Monti Garbi,18,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2007 Monti Garbi (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2007-monti-garbi-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 12.5,White,France,"With its impressive depth of flavor, this has all the right aromatic, mineral and pure fruit character of Alsace Riesling. There is structure, dry tannins, green fruits, currants and a great lifted, vibrant character. This will age well—give it five years.",Côte de Rouffach Riesling,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2005 Côte de Rouffach Riesling Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2005-cote-rouffach-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Rieflé 14,Red,Portugal,"A finely perfumed wine, its ripe fruits given extra style by wood aging. Made from the local Baga, this shows the potential of what can be a tannic grape. It has richness, structure, bramble and red stone fruits and a core of minerality. Drink now.",Vinhas Velhas de Santa Maria,70,90,Beiras,,,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 2005 Vinhas Velhas de Santa Maria Baga (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-de-foz-de-arouce-2005-vinhas-velhas-de-santa-maria-red-beiras-125117/,Baga,2005,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 13.5,White,US,"Here's a rich, complex and utterly delightful Sauvignon Blanc whose flavors range from Meyer lemons and papayas to green melons and figs. The richness is balanced by fine acidity and minerals, and the finish is nice and dry.",,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 14.5,White,US,"A good, brisk Chardonnay that provides nice drinking now and has extra layers of elegance and complexity. The wine shows the fresh acidity of its cool-climate origin, and very ripe pineapple and peach flavors that come from a long, clean vintage. Don't drink it too cold, as it gets better near room temperature.",,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sobriquet Winery 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobriquet-winery-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Sobriquet Winery 14,Red,Portugal,"Mint and wood aromas go well with this smooth, wood-aged wine. Blending Touriga Nacional and Petit Verdot (resulting in its intense color), the impressive wine is concentrated with very ripe black fruit, which still retains good levels of acidity. Age for 2–3 years.",Selection Tinto,27,90,Tejo,,,Vale d'Algares 2008 Selection Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-dalgares-2008-selection-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Vale d'Algares 14.7,Red,US,"A pity this wine was released so young. It's not showing well now, tasting like a simple fruit bomb, with cherry and raspberry jam flavors and lots of sweet, caramelized oak. But the tannin-acid balanced is very good. Should be better in a year or two.",Pisoni Vineyard,55,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2009 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 15,Red,Italy,"Santa Sofia is a stellar producer with landmark cellars that stand as a proud ambassador for Valpolicella winemaking tradition. This wine is redolent of spice, smoked meat, rum cake, leather and loads of chewy black fruit and prune.",,69,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Santa Sofia 16.5,Red,Spain,"Intriguing but expensive sweet wine, with leather and dried cheese aromas as well as dusty, rubbery black fruits and licorice. It's not that unusual or exciting in terms of mouthfeel, but the flavors of cassis liqueur, stewed cherry and black licorice are tight and powerful. Structured to last another decade, with meaty tannins and molasses on the finish.",Dolç de l'Obac,128,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Siurana 2006 Dolç de l'Obac Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-siurana-2006-dolc-lobac-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Costers del Siurana 14,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied, soft and cuddly, this is a comfortingly familiar Shiraz—easily accessible, filled with blackberry and plum fruit and with just enough complexity to bring drinkers back for second and third sips. Hints of licorice, cinnamon and mocha linger on the velvety finish. Drink now–2014.",Redstone,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2007 Redstone Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2007-redstone-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Coriole 14.1,Red,US,"Very dry and tannic, showing the freshly-crushed Asian spices of the Santa Maria Valley. Full-bodied and a little heavy at this point, offering ripe raspberry, cherry, currant and anise flavors. Give it a few years to mellow.",Estate,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2007-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Dierberg 15.5,Red,Italy,"This thick, meaty Amarone opens with distinct notes of root beer and teriyaki backed by black fruit and blueberry tart. The wine is smooth and rich with polished tannins and a long fruit-driven fade.",La Rosta,56,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Degani 2007 La Rosta (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/degani-2007-rosta-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Degani 14.5,Red,Australia,"Some Australian wineries are still “overdelivering,” as they like to say, and this round of Gemtree releases are a good example of that. The 2008 Bloodstone features flagrant vanilla aromas, but balances those with cracked pepper and grilled meat notes, red berries and traces of coffee and olive. The tannins of this full-bodied red are creamy soft, turning just slightly dusty on the finish. Drink now–2016.",Bloodstone,17,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2008 Bloodstone Shiraz-Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2008-bloodstone-shiraz-syrah-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Gemtree ,Red,France,"This Cairanne bottling is a solid addition to the Perrin family's operation, featuring slightly lifted aromas of crushed herbs, cracked pepper and ripe cherries. Flavors of cherries and dried spices fill the mouth, with just enough dusty tannins to provide structural integrity and modest longevity. Drink now–2017.",Peyre Blanche Cairanne,25,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Perrin & Fils 2007 Peyre Blanche Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2007-peyre-blanche-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Perrin & Fils 14,Red,Chile,"Stands out for its fruit quality, balance and structure. The nose is strong and piercing, with charred notes, black-fruit aromas and depth. Ripe and clean in the mouth, with elevated blackberry flavors and a chewy, meaty mouthfeel. Toasty and tasting of black licorice on the finish. A serious, well-made Chilean Cab to drink now through 2012.",Marques de Casa Concha,22,90,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-marques-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Concha y Toro 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied almost to the point of excess, this boldly flavored Shiraz features hints of tar and cola on the nose, but more mainstream flavors of blackberries and vanilla on the palate. Savory, meaty nuances provide just enough complexity, folding in hints of maple syrup on the finish. Drink now–2014.",Uncut,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2008 Uncut Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2008-uncut-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Gemtree 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Amarone opens with sweet intensity and bold aromas of ripe berry, cured meat, barbecue smoke and dark Indian spice. It tastes rich and velvety and delivers a very long, succulent finish.",Riserva,85,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fratta Pasini 2003 Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratta-pasini-2003-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Fratta Pasini 17,Red,Italy,"Pretty and balanced fruit nuances speak volumes about the quality of this vintage. Montezovo's 2004 Amarone shows an excellent exchange between its cherry, spice and black mineral characteristics.",,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Montezovo 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezovo-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Montezovo ,Red,US,"Instantly gratifying, with a smoky wreath around the bright cherry/cassis fruit. Lots of pretty baking spices add detail as well, adding up to a full, round, forward, spicy, flavorful wine.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2007 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2007-stillwater-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Novelty Hill 14.5,Red,US,"A pure, all-out Zinfandel with enticing black and red fruit on the nose followed by spicy, black peppery undertones and rich berry and plum. Tannins are nicely integrated yet still pronounced yet the finish is long and incredibly smooth.",Big John Zin - Vineyard Select Series,36,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2008 Big John Zin - Vineyard Select Series Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2008-big-john-zin-vineyard-select-series-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Newsome-Harlow 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an expressive and intense Amarone with bright tones of black cherry, candied fruit, exotic spice, leather and tobacco. It washes over the palate with smooth and soft fruit intensity. The long fade offers lingering notes of clove and peppercorn.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Fabiano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Villa Arvedi is an excellent start-up Amarone for those who love this distinctive Italian wine without the exaggerated brawn and bulk it sometimes shows. This expression delivers elegant intensity that comes forth as cassis syrup, blackberry, spice, leather and smoked redwood.",Villa Arvedi,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Bertani 2006 Villa Arvedi (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2006-villa-arvedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2006,Bertani 14.4,Red,US,"The winery says this very rich 100% Cabernet comes from the Beckstoffer Georges III vineyard, which is in between Highway 29 and the Silverado Trail, although it doesn't say so on the label. The wine is marked by gigantic and somewhat sweet fruit, in the form of blackberry, cherry and raspberry jam. It's awkward now, but seems to have a useful lifespan. Try after 2013, and could be one for the long haul.",Clone 6,90,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 2007 Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2007-clone-6-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bell 16,Red,Italy,"This is a brawny, masculine expression of Amarone with a thick and hearty mouthfeel that matches the natural intensity of the black fruit and exotic spice aromas that characterize the nose. Sweet, dense fruit flavors would make a great match to sharp, aged cheese.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,CampoReale 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camporeale-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,CampoReale 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a plush, rich Amarone that imparts raw notes of grape, cherry, cassis and blackberry. The nose is much more complex with spice, leather, barbecue, cured meat and toasted nut. The mouthfeel is finely textured and long.",,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Allegrini 15,Red,Italy,"Aldegheri released this smooth Amarone almost one decade after the harvest. The focus here is on elegance and complexity; aromatic highlights include polished stone, candied fruit and smoky overtones of mesquite, cedar and barbecue sauce. Succulent, chewy fruit characterizes the mouthfeel.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Aldegheri 2001 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Aldegheri 14.5,Red,Portugal,"An opulent, rich wine, spice and wood fitting well into a concentrated texture, packed with juicy berries, red fruits, hints of coffee. It is an impressive, ripe wine, worth aging another 1–2 years.",Montes Claros Garrafeira,23,90,Alentejo,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2007 Montes Claros Garrafeira Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2007-montes-claros-garrafeira-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Adega Cooperativa de Borba ,White,US,"A soft, silky scent to open, weaving a tapestry of floral, musk, lemon polish and apple notes. The wine has excellent concentration, a dense midpalate bringing vanilla cream and banana and other tropical fruit flavors to the front. Powerful, with a hint of volatility.",Conner Lee Vineyard,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Arbor Crest 14,Red,US,"There's a textbook quality to this Zinfandel. You could use it in a teaching class as expressing the classic California attributes of the variety. It's perfectly dry, not too high in alcohol, firm in tannins, and deeply flavored in dark stone fruits and berries. And then there are the freshly crushed peppercorns, black, red, green and white. Could be the perfect barbecue wine.",,16,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2008 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2008-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Bonterra 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely wine to drink now. It's soft, dry, balanced and complex, with berry, cherry, beef jerky, black pepper and spice flavors, and a sweet coating of smoky oak. Zinfandel, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, in roughly equal parts.",The Vault,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Banknote 2008 The Vault Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banknote-2008-vault-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Banknote 14.9,Red,US,"This very soft, ripe wine is forward and lush in black cherry, blackberry, blueberry and milk chocolate flavors, with a rich veneer of caramelized oak. It's delicious now, and should remain appealing for the next 4–5 years.",,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aurielle 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurielle-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Aurielle ,Red,US,"An excellent mix of Wahluke Slope, Columbia Basin and Royal Slope vineyards go into this blend. A rich nose is loaded with chocolate, sandalwood, and cherry confit. In the mouth this has firm tannins, cassis and plum fruit, a lovely wrap of mocha and a lick of caramel.",Five Vineyards,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2008 Five Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2008-five-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Arbor Crest 13.5,Red,Australia,"Angove's deserves credit for its effort to step up the quality of its wines in the Vineyard Select series. The 2007 Shiraz is a medium-bodied, reasonably structured example of McLaren Vale fruit, balancing bright raspberry and cherry fruit against savory notes of cedar and black olive. Drink 2012–2018.",Vineyard Select,19,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Angove's 2007 Vineyard Select Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2007-vineyard-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Angove's 15.1,Red,US,"A really nice Syrah, especially at this price. It's dry, softly tannic and enormously rich in blackberry and cherry-pie filling, red licorice, beef jerky, black pepper and sandalwood flavors. A real pleasure to drink now if you're looking for a medium-bodied red.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Ancient Peaks 14.1,Red,US,"Beautifully balanced, this offers the perfect expression of Washington State brightness and a Bordeaux-like herbal component. The tannins are fine and drying, and the wine is polished, with plenty of astringent, herbal flavors in the finish. Don't look for big fruit here, but for a Euro style, this is a sure bet.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Amavi ,White,US,"A perfect framing of fruit and skin and acid, this screams out for the perfect food match. It's a mouthful of orange fruit and orange rind, with lemony highlights and impressive power. It resonates from start to finish, adding notes of herbal tea and orange liqueur as it rolls through a long finish. Outstanding winemaking.",,17,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2009 Orange Muscat (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2009-muscat-orange-columbia-valley-wa/,Orange Muscat,2009,Barnard Griffin 15,Red,Italy,"There's a very nice, succulent quality to this wine that is enhanced by smooth cherry flavors, sweet spice, chocolate, leather, tobacco and barbecue sauce. It would pair well with boiled beef and mint chutney.",,46,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Brunelli 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is a clean, polished and rich wine that delivers pristine aromas of black cherry, leather, cedar, mesquite, ground pepper and moist tobacco. Pair this wine with a hearty meat dish such as lamb chops or meatloaf.",,77,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Monte dall'Ora 14.5,Red,US,"Another solid Syrah from specialist Novy. The wine is notable for its delicious flavors of berries, roasted meats, pepper and cedar, and is elevated by a fine structure. Beautiful tannins, fine acidity, completely dry, and with a smooth, elegant, spicy finish.",Christensen Vineyard,27,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2008 Christensen Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-christensen-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Novy 16,Red,Italy,"Thick black cherry, ripe raspberry, Indian spice, toasted almond, molasses, Spanish cedar and sweet vanilla open the nose of this beautiful Riserva Amarone. It's a smooth, rich wine with loads of mature berry intensity on the close.",Le Balze Riserva,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Novaia 2005 Le Balze Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2005-le-balze-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Novaia 14.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of bold black cherry, leather, bacon and sandalwood scream “modern,” yet its age renders it a bit classical. The palate is mildly woody but the flavors or creamy vanilla, dill and balsamic berry fruits are excellent. Toasty and full of coffee and depth on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Reserve,32,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baigorri 2004 Reserve (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baigorri-2004-reserve-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Baigorri 14.1,Red,US,"Beautifully fragrant, with intense, polished berry and currant fruit flavors, more than a light sniff of fresh mushroom and lovely herbs. This is a truly remarkable effort, elegant and complex. There are nuances of blood, and garrigue, and just the right amount of whole cluster (about 20%) giving definition and texture through the finish.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Amavi 15.2,Red,US,"From the vineyard high up on Atlas Peak comes this delicious, well-made wine. At more than four years of age, it's still fairly tannic, but fresh and accessible in blackberry and cherry fruit. Just beginning to dry out and show mellow bottle age. A lovely, masculine wine that should develop over the next six years.",Veraison Stagecoach Vineyard,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2006 Veraison Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2006-veraison-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Krupp Brothers 14,Red,Portugal,"Big, tough tannins and dark brooding fruits give this wine a great sense of restrained power. It has firm muscles, offering support to the plush blue berry, currant and dark plum skins. It need good aging, at least over three years.",Vila Santa Reserva,20,91,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2008 Vila Santa Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2008-vila-santa-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,J. Portugal Ramos 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Smooth as Aragonês should be, here is a concentrated wine with obvious power. Its richness gives a velvet character, but underneath that is a series of dark tannins, brooding black fruits. Age for 3–4 years.",A,40,91,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2007 A Aragonês (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2007-a-tempranillo-aragones-alentejano/,Aragonês,2007,Herdade do Esporão 16,Red,Italy,"Starts off with clean integration and elegant aromas of ripe cherry, forest berry, vanilla bean, clove and ginger. It continues its impressive performance with smooth tannins and a velvety texture.",,54,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Tedeschi 12,White,France,"An almost racy, aromatic wine, all fresh acidity before the spice and tropical fruits kick in. In a curious way, it is the most readily drinkable of the three Gewürztraminers that Rieflé produces, precisely because the richness of the fruit is balanced with the acidity.",Grand Cru Steinert Gewurztraminer,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2004 Grand Cru Steinert Gewurztraminer Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2004-grand-cru-steinert-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Rieflé 13.5,White,Portugal,"A powerful, rich and creamy wine that has a soft texture, hinting at wood aging and attractive spice and yellow fruits. It fills the mouth easily with ripe fruits, toast and rich acidity.",Quinta de Cidrô Reserva,25,91,Duriense,,,Real Companhia Velha 2008 Quinta de Cidrô Reserva Chardonnay (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2008-quinta-cidro-reserva-chardonnay-duriense/,Chardonnay,2008,Real Companhia Velha 16,Red,Italy,"Dark, spicy tones of clove, cured meat, teriyaki sauce and black pepper open the nose of this richly-textured Amarone. It's an austere, masculine expression with loads of lingering spice and smoke on the close.",Vigneto Tremenel,65,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Villa Erbice 2005 Vigneto Tremenel (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2005-vigneto-tremenel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Villa Erbice 15,Red,Italy,"Tommasi's Ca' Florian Amarone delivers loads of ripe, jammy fruit expressed as dried plum, prune and candied berry. The wine feels rich and dense on the palate and imparts a touch of sweetness that makes for a perfect support to the softness of the tannins.",Ca' Florian,90,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2006 Ca' Florian (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2006-ca-florian-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Tommasi ,Red,US,"A fine expression of Washington Syrah, this is a lighter style, and therefore more detailed with subtle notes of herb, citrus, earth, tart berries and more. There is plenty of acidity, the tannins are polished into the background, and the barrel notes bring in mocha and milk chocolate flavors. Accessible and elegant, this is a fine value.",,17,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Barnard Griffin 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little tight on the nose, with earthy characteristics as well as raspberry and plum aromas. The palate is juicy and offers good flow, while the flavors of raspberry and plum are classic and touched up by vanilla, spice, dill and toastiness. Long on the finish, with tobacco, spice and cocoa. Drink now through 2012.",Mayor de Ondarre Reserva,45,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ondarre 2004 Mayor de Ondarre Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ondarre-2004-mayor-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Bodegas Ondarre 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe, plush expression of Amarone (made with a traditional blend of local grapes before being air-dried for extra power and intensity) that delivers loads of jammy fruit followed by toasted nut, leather and moist pipe tobacco.",,55,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Arduini 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Arduini ,Red,Italy,"Aged 18 months in oak, this plump, generous Amarone opens with a mixed bouquet of red fruit, blackberry, cinnamon, molasses and toasted almond. It tastes smooth and ripe with a sophisticated, but slight sweet mouthfeel.",,75,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Allegrini ,Red,US,"This Tempranillo is firm, tight, acidic and compact, a difficult wine to assess. It's got the Cayuse funk, with sharper acidity and a wet stone foundation. The fruit is very tart and tight, with a base of cement and some spice and herb.",Impulsivo,70,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 Impulsivo Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-impulsivo-tempranillo-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Tempranillo,2007,Cayuse ,White,US,"Winemaker Rob Newsom has defined a Chardonnay style that pushes the grape to its ripening limits. Straw gold and bursting with ultraripe scents and flavors, it's a jumble of apples, orange marmalade, and lemon candy. A buttery finish brings olive oil, caramel and butterscotch.",Bishop's & Celilo Vineyards,35,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boudreaux Cellars 2008 Bishop's & Celilo Vineyards Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2008-bishops-celilo-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Boudreaux Cellars 15,Red,Italy,"Plush, ripe, round and very intense, Corte Vaona is a dense, modern Amarone that is packed tight with spice, blackberry, chocolate, leather and tobacco. It shows impressive softness and concentration on the close.",Corte Vaona,45,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Novaia 2005 Corte Vaona (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2005-corte-vaona-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Novaia 14,Red,Portugal,"Rich, velvety wine, with its firm tannins smothered in opulent fruit. This is a concentrated wine, packing sweet fruits and tannins together with acidity. Black plum skins give a good firm edge and suggest aging potential.",Quinta dos Aciprestes Reserva,20,91,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2007 Quinta dos Aciprestes Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2007-quinta-aciprestes-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Real Companhia Velha 18,Dessert,Australia,"Buller's entry-level Muscat blend sourced from inside and outside Rutherglen itself is a terrific value. It's perfumed yet full bodied and rich, with sweet notes of golden raisins and dried figs, as well as darker hints of dates and molasses.",Fine,15,91,Victoria,Victoria,,R.L. Buller & Son NV Fine Muscat (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rl-buller-son-nv-fine-muscat-victoria/,Muscat,,R.L. Buller & Son 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Terre di San Zeno shows impressive elegance and beautiful integration of its fruit, mineral and oak-related aromas. This is a precise and focused wine with shadings of graphite and slate behind more opulent tones of cherry, blackberry, plum, cinnamon, clove, mesquite and cedar wood. It's incredibly long lasting and powerful on the finish.",Terre di San Zeno,55,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2003 Terre di San Zeno (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2003-terre-san-zeno-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Corteforte 14,Red,France,"Perhaps it is this wine's elevated proportion of Carignan (15%) that gives it such a lovely and distinctive perfume, incorporating hints of ground pepper, cinnamon or clove, and ripe cherries. It's medium in body, verging on creamy in texture because of the supple tannins, and features plenty of spice on the long finish. Drink now–2015.",Séduction Cairanne,17,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Saint Andéol 2007 Séduction Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andeol-2007-seduction-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Saint Andéol 14.5,Red,Spain,"Meaty, earthy and dark, with a powerful consitution along with briar and sharpness. In the mouth, it's a touchy customer with biting tannins, but as it unfolds you get a dark palate of black fruit, coffee, chocolate and spice. Big in flavor but not as complete or lush as in the past, which is a reflection of the vintage. Drink now through 2016.",,32,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Dominio de Atauta 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-atauta-2007-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Dominio de Atauta 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone from the hot 2003 vintage delivers wonderful intensity and personality. It's a bold, thick and meaty wine with aromas of mature blackberry, chocolate, spice and leather.",Le Vigne di Turano,67,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta i Saltari 2003 Le Vigne di Turano (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-i-saltari-2003-le-vigne-turano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2003,Tenuta i Saltari ,Red,US,"This strong and supple Merlot brings finesse and power to play, mixing black fruits with veins of coffee, dark chocolate, and a hint of pepper. Small percentages of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc add muscle, but Merlot is the star here, firm and persistent, streaked with smoke and finished with butterscotch.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Januik ,Red,US,"Two-thirds Cabernet and one-third Syrah, this is a creative blend of Cayuse grapes, with the pungent, herbal, earthy character that the En Cerise vineyard delivers in spades. The fruit is a mix that hints at peaches, citrus and more, with an undercurrent of black olive and smoke. But the overriding flavors come from spice, herb, earth and rock.",Ovide En Cerise,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 Ovide En Cerise Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-ovide-en-cerise-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,K Vintners 15,Red,Italy,"This classy Amarone spends 36 months in French oak to shape its compelling aromas of barbecue spice and soy sauce. There are background tones of cured meat, ripe berry and Indian spice that help color a long-lasting, soft and velvety mouthfeel.",,55,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Monteleone 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Villa Monteleone 13,White,France,"The Rieflé style of Pinot Gris is to emphasize the ripe apricot flavors. This wine does that, but adds an extra complexity with its smoky aromas, and its dense spice and tropical fruit character. It isn't sweet, but it is certainly rich.",Côte de Rouffach,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2005 Côte de Rouffach Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2005-cote-rouffach-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Rieflé 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Acinatico is a thick and syrupy wine with mature berry nuances followed by loads of sweet spice, toasted almond and cinnamon stick. The wine imparts a heavy, succulent feel and would make a great companion to winter dishes such as game or beef stew.",Acinatico,40,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2005 Acinatico (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2005-acinatico-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Stefano Accordini 14,Red,Spain,"Very pretty aromatics of blackberry, vanilla, tobacco, spice and coffee draw you in. The palate is lush and deep, with black fruit, cola and integrated spice flavors. Concentrated and smooth, and already approachable with roasted fig and an extra dose of black fruit on the finish. Drink from 2011–2015.",,38,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pico Cuadro 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-cuadro-2007-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Pico Cuadro 14,White,Portugal,"Wood-fermented, lees-stirred, superrich wine. It is complex, the acidity adding to the nectarine and pineapple flavors. With the wood element carefully judged, it does have power but never oversteps the mark. A real success, and worth aging.",Branco,44,91,Tejo,,,Vale d'Algares 2009 Branco Viognier (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-dalgares-2009-branco-viognier-tejo/,Viognier,2009,Vale d'Algares 13.5,White,US,"From one of the coolest vineyards on the Central Coast, this Chardonnay's acidity is brisk and bright. It provides a balance to the enormously rich, long hangtime flavors of pineapples and other fruits that are tropical in their exotic richness. New oak provides the perfect touch of caramel and vanilla toast. A great price for a Chardonnay this good.",Estate,18,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2009-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Laetitia 15,Red,Italy,"Aged in French oak for 30 months, this bright Amarone shows good integration between ripe fruit and spice aromas. The wine is smooth and velvety on the close and would pair with lamb stew and potatoes.",,86,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Marchesi Fumanelli 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-fumanelli-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Marchesi Fumanelli ,Red,US,"All Talcott vineyard, but not labeled as such. This shows the alcohol a bit more than the others, but it also has the sculpted tannins, the density and structure, and the intensity of berry-fruit flavors that characterize the entire K Syrah lineup. There is an interesting spicy top note that adds a bit of perfume to the flavor also.",M.C.K.,35,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,K Vintners 2007 M.C.K. Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-mck-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners ,Red,US,"This is 75% Tempranillo and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. It's got an unusual structure, and dramatically displays this biodynamic vineyard's funky, herbal, earthy character, with plenty of acidity from the Tempranillo, and a little bit of the tomato leaf character also. A complex, unique, distinctive wine that does not show fruit so much as earth and terroir. It keeps going, adding weight and depth through the midpalate, with a strong tomato component.",El Jefe En Chamberlin,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 El Jefe En Chamberlin Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-el-jefe-en-chamberlin-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,K Vintners ,Red,US,"This is immediately drinking very well. It is a textbook Washington Cabernet—firm, muscular and layered—but with immediate appeal. The blend is 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot, 2% Cab Franc and 2% Malbec. The tannins are silky and mouthcoating; and the elegant fruit flavors lay out beautifully with plenty of fat in the back.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Januik 14.9,Red,US,"Complicated in flavor, and totally dry, this Syrah has flavors of wild blackberries and cherries, licorice, herbs and spices that grow in the glass. It's a soft wine made for drinking now.",Viking Estate Vineyard Reserve,65,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2007 Viking Estate Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2007-viking-estate-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Adelaida ,Red,Portugal,"An impressive wine, dense and structured, with great concentration of bitter coffee, dark fruits, ripe acidity. The tannins are powerful, embraced by the richness of the fruit. This is a wine that could age 3–4 years.",Grande Reserva,28,91,Alentejo,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2007 Grande Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2007-grande-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 14.5,White,US,"The grapes for this wonderful Sauvignon Blanc come from the cooler Oak Knoll region. They were partially barrel-fermented, which gives a creamy, smoky pie crust sweetness to the citrus, tropical fruit, pear and green apple flavors. Production was only 750 cases.",Limited Release,24,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2009 Limited Release Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-limited-release-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Artesa ,White,US,"Pungent aromas of concentrated stone fruits, bubble gum, a whiff of diesel and pine tar introduce a multidimensional wine with lip-smacking acidity. All stainless fermented, no malolactic, no acidification—just a clean, pure, natural and richly delicious wine, loaded with ripe, luscious peach, pear, papaya and apricot fruit.",Bacchus Vineyard,8,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Bacchus Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-bacchus-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Arbor Crest 15,Red,Italy,"This is a really nice Amarone that opens with sweet notes of spice and black fruit that make a beautiful introduction to the wine's plump concentration and overall intensity. It's a modern, soft interpretation with loads of fruit, cola and tobacco on the close.",Tirinto,60,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Genio del Pago 2006 Tirinto (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genio-pago-2006-tirinto-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Genio del Pago 13.7,Red,US,"A first rate Zinfandel. It shows the classic structure, dryness and tannins of a fine Napa Valley Cabernet, yet the pepper, baking spice and wild berry fruit and currant flavors are uniquely Zin. And look at that alcohol, under 14%. Drink this robust, complex wine with steaks, beef stew, tamales.",,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Frog's Leap 15.5,Red,Italy,"There's a smooth, elegant quality to this Amarone that translates as black stone, exotic spice, cola and soft black fruit. The wine is also very plush and rich on the close with firm, but velvety tannins.",,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Domìni Veneti 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cesari's Mara Ripasso shows enormous richness and intensity that is underscored by polished aromas of mature fruit, spice, plum, mesquite and maraschino cherry. The wine does a very nice job of delivering both elegance and power.",Mara,21,91,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cesari 2008 Mara (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2008-mara-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Cesari 15.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in large oak casks for up to three years, Begali is an estate that carefully follows Valpolicella tradition. Although the wine speaks highly of its territory, it also delivers a deliciously modern, bright and succulent approach.",,45,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Begali ,Red,US,"Immediately approachable, with beautiful fruit flavors right up front, though it has the depth to age also. Boasts blueberry, very pretty berry fruits, just a hint of barrel and the classic Cadence terroir-driven impression of chalk in the tannins that runs through all Cadence wines as a defining characteristic. Finishes with iron filings, more berry and just a smidge of balsamic.",Cara Mia Vineyard Bel Canto,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2007 Cara Mia Vineyard Bel Canto Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2007-cara-mia-vineyard-bel-canto-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cadence 15.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and succulent expression, with deep tones of blackberry, exotic spice, leather, moist tobacco and Spanish cedar. There's also a smoky, barbecue note at the back; the wine is thick, sweet and luscious in the mouth.",Cinque Stelle Ca' del Pipa,95,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Castellani Michele & Figli 2005 Cinque Stelle Ca' del Pipa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-michele-figli-2005-cinque-stelle-ca-pipa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Castellani Michele & Figli 11.5,White,Portugal,"Wines from the windswept vineyards of Colares, where vines are planted almost in the sand, are rare. This Malvasia is fascinating, a wine that has perfumes, a touch of spice and kumquat as well as smoky acidity. Much more than a curiosity.",Monte Cascas,79,91,Colares,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Malvasia (Colares),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-italian-white-malvasia-colares/,Malvasia,2008,Casca Wines 18,Dessert,Australia,"Yalumba's Muscat includes some lots from outside Rutherglen, but it's still an excellent example of fortified Muscat, featuring hints of caramelized cherries and a sweet, complex mélange of caramel, toffee and chocolate balanced by citrusy freshness.",Museum Reserve,19,92,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba NV Museum Reserve Muscat (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-nv-museum-reserve-muscat-south/,Muscat,,Yalumba 14.1,Red,US,"One of the best Vista Verde Pinots ever from Williams Selyem. Ripe and delicious, with cherry, raspberry and sandalwood flavors, and a tang of minerals and flowers that come from the vineyard. Feels a little awkward now, so give it 5–6 years in the cellar.",Vista Verde Vineyard,54,92,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2008 Vista Verde Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-vista-verde-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,US,"A big, extracted and somewhat ponderous Pinot Noir. Could be Grenache, such is the weight. But it's very good and delicious and dry, with raspberry and cherry flavors, and lots of smoky oak. Give it 4–6 years in the bottle.",Southing,52,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2008 Southing Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2008-southing-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sea Smoke 15,Red,Italy,"Corte Brà is a layered and sophisticated Amarone with deep layers of black cherry, spice, leather, tobacco, steak sauce and polished black stone. It offers impressive intensity followed by a rich, velvety mouthfeel.",Corte Brà,52,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Sartori 2004 Corte Brà (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2004-corte-bra-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Sartori 15.5,Red,Italy,This is a very beautiful and compelling expression of Amarone that successfully weighs elegance against power. Harmonious aromas of mature fruit and spice are backed by thick density and long persistency.,,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,San Rustico 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-rustico-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,San Rustico 14.2,Red,US,"The unusual label—a bright green praying mantis on a plain brown background—does not suggest a reserve-quality Syrah, but that is what this is. Spicy and well-defined, young and full of verve, it opens with blueberries and other wild blue fruits, adds layers of coffee, milk chocolate, moist earth and lead pencil, and moves through a tart, sappy midpalate into a nicely-focused finish with the promise of a long cellar life.",Praying Mantis,30,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Watermill 2007 Praying Mantis Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2007-praying-mantis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Watermill 13.8,Red,US,"This section of San Luis Obispo County is not known as Syrah country, but judging by this beautiful bottling, it should be. The wine is bone dry, firm in tannins and bright in acidity, with a cool-climate white pepper note riding over intense black cherry, roasted meat and cola flavors, made more complicated by oak. Delicious and compelling and best now.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2008 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Amarone shows thick density and penetrating aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, leather, spice, cola and cedar wood. The wine is smooth and velvety with sweet and succulent berry flavors on the long fade.",Riserva di Costasera,58,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2004 Riserva di Costasera (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2004-riserva-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Masi 15.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Amarone Strops shows excellent balance and harmony with generous tones of black fruit, plum, prune, leather and barbecue sauce. The mouthfeel is full and generous with a bright, supple fruit finish.",Stropa,145,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2004 Stropa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2004-stropa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Monte dall'Ora 14.9,Red,US,"A terrific Zinfandel, beautiful to drink now for its soft richness. Flatters the palate with deep, lingering black cherry and raspberry pie filling, vanilla, Indian spice and sandalwood flavors, but is completely dry, with rich, intricate tannins. Only 190 cases were produced, but worth the search.",Old Vines,25,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Miro 2008 Old Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2008-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Miro 14.6,White,US,"Superrich, made in the modern style of exceptionally ripe fruit and lots of oak. Floods the mouth with pineapple, pear, green apple butter, buttered toast and crême brûlée flavors, accented with brisk acidity.",Barrel Select,35,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2008 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2008-barrel-select-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Foley 13.5,White,US,"A perfect evocation of how beautifully Sauvignon Blanc expresses itself in the Happy Canyon area of the Santa Ynez Valley. With no oak, and without the malolactic fermentation, what you get is pure fruit. Crisp, mouthwatering acidity frames beautiful flavors of Meyer lemons, limes, peaches, minerals and, yes, gooseberries. What a wonderful food wine.",Goosebury,34,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Fiddlehead 2009 Goosebury Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-2009-goosebury-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fiddlehead 14,Red,Chile,"Muscled up and dark, with robust blackberry, tar, spice and mocha aromas. The palate is big and dense but raring to run, with smashing black cherry, berry and black plum lushness. Turns more oaky on the finish, with coconut and mocha. Impressive for New World Syrah. Drink now through 2013.",Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block 34,38,92,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block 34 Syrah (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-terrunyo-vineyard-selection-block-34-shiraz-syrah-syrah-peumo/,Syrah,2007,Concha y Toro ,Rose,US,"A beautiful copper color, deep and dense. Modeled on the wines of Provence's Domaines Ott, this rosé was designed, says the winemaker, to age. It's whole-cluster fermented from Grenache vines that have been picked and grown specifically to be a rosé—not a saignée. Compact, compressed and powerful with an emphasis on the mineral subtext, light peach and strawberry highlights.",Edith,35,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2008 Edith Rosé (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-edith-rose-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Rosé,2008,Cayuse 14.5,White,US,"Expresses Viognier's ripe, exotically lush side, with strong flavors of tropical papayas and golden mangos, spicy tangerines, Key lime pie and tangy green apple jam flavors. Neutral oak gives a needed touch of creaminess, while a crisp burst of acidity provides clean balance. A beautiful, dry and versatile wine.",,27,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2009 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2009,Jaffurs 15.8,Red,US,"Grown in the Los Alamos Valley, this Syrah is notable for richness. It's marked by peppery aromas, then turns spicy and huge in ripe blackberries, cassis and grilled teriaki beef, with complications from sweet, smoky oak. Simply delicious now, and will hold in the bottle for up to five years.",Verna's Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Verna's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-vernas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Jaffurs 8.3,Dessert,US,"Virtually dripping with honey, dried apricots and orange blossoms on the palate, this sunkissed Trockenbeerenauslese-style Riesling is liquid gold in a glass. Despite it's whopping 25.8% residual sugar level, it's orange marmalade and waxy honeycomb sweetness is balanced perfectly with a bright acidity and elegant darjeeling tea astringency, making this wine wonderfully sippable.",Bunch Select Late Harvest,95,92,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2008 Bunch Select Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2008-bunch-select-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Hermann J. Wiemer 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific Cabernet that shows vast improvement over the winery's earlier efforts. In fact, you could place it next to far more expensive Napa bottlings. It's dry and elegantly tannic and complex, showing blackberry, currant, violet, herb and cedar flavors that bring to mind a fine Bordeaux. Drink now with upscale fare.",,25,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Paul Dolan 13,White,France,"Aromas of canteloupe and spice set the scene for a powerful expression of Gewürztraminer. Everything is here—the rose petals and spice, the lychee and star fruit flavors, the sense of the exotic, and finishing with some distinct acidity, a product of the cooler 2004 growing season.",Côte de Rouffach Gewurztraminer,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2004 Côte de Rouffach Gewurztraminer Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2004-cote-rouffach-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Rieflé 14.5,Red,Australia,"A nicely balanced Barossa Shiraz, the 2008 The Watcher avoids any sense of raisining or overripeness that may sometimes be found in wines from this vintage. Plum and savory notes are complemented by subtle oaking, and the overall impression is of ripe, creamy-textured fruit balanced by crisp acids. Drink now–2018.",The Watcher,22,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Fetish 2008 The Watcher Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetish-2008-watcher-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Fetish 15.5,Red,Italy,"This expressive Amarone is characterized by a distinct mineral tone of slate roof or lead pencil that really sets it apart. Beyond those drying graphite tones are layers of berry fruit, mesquite, cherry cola, spice and even a milky feel. It's a smooth, soft and velvety wine that would pair with stewed lamb or beef.",,70,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte Faustino 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-faustino-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Monte Faustino 15,Red,Italy,"This classic Amarone offers characteristic aromas of ripe berry fruit, spice, leather, mesquite and barbecue sauce. Pair this luscious wine with rolled pork and roasted potatoes or another succulent meat dish that meets the consistency and power of this wine.",,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Manzini 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzini-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Manzini 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is unlike any other Valpolicella Superiore available. It drinks like a Ripasso, or even an Amarone, with soft, luscious flavors and ripe aromas of black cherry and chocolate. The density and intensity are impressive indeed.",,30,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Marion 2005 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2005-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Marion 13.9,Red,US,"From a vineyard right in the middle of the valley comes this dry, smooth Pinot Noir. It's front-loaded with raspberry, cherry and strawberry flavors, enriched with new oak and structured with firm tannins. Yet the mouthfeel is silky and light. Drink now and through 2013.",Orsi Vineyard,65,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Perception 2007 Orsi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perception-2007-orsi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Perception 16.5,Red,Italy,This is a very pretty Amarone that shows medium intensity in terms of aromas and elegant tones of ripe fruit and spice. There's a slight tannic bite on the close and the wine spreads long and consistently over the palate.,,50,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monteci 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Monteci 15,Dessert,Spain,"There are few points of reference for this hugely intense sweet Monastrell. It's deep and purple, with concentrated, fresh raisin aromas, licorice and berry syrup. Entirely rich and unctuous, with caramel, toffee and reduced berry flavors. Like P.X. but red; serve with chocolate and/or a smooth, potent cheese.",Dulce,25,89,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 2008 Dulce Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-silvano-garcia-2008-dulce-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 15.5,Red,Italy,"There's a pretty smoky element to this wine that comes off as cured beef or bresaola backed by graphite and ground slate. From the faraway 2001 vintage, the wine boasts elegant tertiary aromas of cola, black licorice and candied fruit with some sweetness on the close. Drink now.",,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bonazzi 2001 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Bonazzi 13,Red,Italy,"Tommasi's elegant Ripasso represents an alternative to many of the more densely extracted and exaggerated wines you will find in this category. Aromas include cherry and spice and the wine shows a point of ripe, sweet fruit on the close.",,27,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Tommasi 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Tommasi ,Red,US,"A big-boned, rich 100% Merlot, this is a dark and chewy wine whose cherry fruit is set amidst an explosion of hickory smoke, dark chocolate, and tar. The tannins—quite astringent and drying—suggest a long cellar life ahead. Drink it now or lay it down for up to a decade.",,40,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boudreaux Cellars 2006 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2006-merlot-other/,Merlot,2006,Boudreaux Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"You'll be hard pressed to find a better wine at this price. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel, sourced only from coastal counties, it's totally dry, full bodied, firm in tannins and drinkable now for its wealth of blackberry, currant, black cherry and oak flavors. Production was 52,000 cases.",Vintner's Reserve Summation,14,90,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Vintner's Reserve Summation Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-vintners-reserve-summation-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Kendall-Jackson ,White,US,"A tasty, round, nicely-balanced, fruity style. Flavors are fruit driven, with lots of melon, apple and pear dominating. The acids are just right, and the wine is as clean and fresh as it can possibly be.",Klipsun Vineyard,19,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barrister 2009 Klipsun Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2009-klipsun-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Barrister ,Red,US,"Primarily '08 Merlot, Syrah, and Cab Franc with some '07 Cab Sauv also. Once again this wine rocks; it has fruit power, punch and presence. The flavors mingle seamlessly, young fruit with an attitude. Spicy, highlighted berry and plum flavors, with baking spice details, and some finishing heat.",Rough Justice Red,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister NV Rough Justice Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-nv-rough-justice-red-red-columbia-valley-wa-125230/,Red Blend,,Barrister 14,Red,Portugal,"Rich and soft, very smooth, this Alentejo version of Tinta Roriz in the Douro is ripe, rounded, full. It has tannins, although these integrate well with the rounded texture. There is a sense of power, but not overwhelming.",Vila Santa,20,89,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Vila Santa Aragonês (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-vila-santa-tempranillo-aragones-alentejano/,Aragonês,2009,J. Portugal Ramos ,Red,Portugal,"A densely tannic wine, chocolate and bitter coffee layered with dark fruit and a ripe, spicy edge. Pepper comes from the alcohol, but this is still a richly juicy wine, full of fruit, finishing with acidity.",Premium,13,89,Alentejo,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2006 Premium Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2006-premium-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2006,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 19.5,Port/Sherry,Australia,"Full and lush in the mouth, Grant Burge's 10 Year Old is incredibly easy to drink. The toffee and dried fruit notes are lively and fresh, accented by a hint of peppery spice on the finish. A nice change up for those used to tawny Port.",10 Year Old Oak Matured Port Wine,30,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge NV 10 Year Old Oak Matured Port Wine Port (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-nv-10-year-old-oak-matured-port-wine-port-blend-port-barossa/,Port,,Grant Burge 13.5,White,US,"Thank goodness some wineries continue to be dedicated to Gewürz, and Firestone deserves special mention for producing this dry, elegant and affordable bottling. There's nothing like its spicy, exotic fruit and flower flavors.",,13,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2009 Gewürztraminer (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2009-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Firestone 15.5,Red,Italy,"Villa Rizzardi offers a traditional interpretation of Amarone with a leaner consistency than most and brighter aromas of forest berry, white cherry, raspberry and almond. It feels smooth and clean and would pair with spicy sausage.",Villa Rizzardi,87,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 2004 Villa Rizzardi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-2004-villa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Guerrieri Rizzardi 13.5,White,Australia,"Starts off with scents of smoke and yellow plums, then folds in flavors of toasted marshmallow and peach on the palate. This is a medium- to full-bodied Chardonnay that manages to be ripe yet cool and reasonably structured at the same time. It should drink well for the next few years.",Sexton Vineyard,35,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Giant Steps 2008 Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giant-steps-2008-sexton-vineyard-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Giant Steps 14.5,Red,Australia,"The Tadpole Shiraz is Gemtree's entry-level offering, but it's still a fine effort, with predominantly plummy flavors, but enough of a savory edge to keep it from being simply jammy. Tannins are creamy-soft, making for immediate accessibility. Drink now.",Tadpole,14,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2008 Tadpole Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2008-tadpole-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Gemtree ,White,US,"Shows the exoticness of Viognier, with crisp acidity and a dry minerality that gets the tastebuds whistling. The lime, quince, apricot, white flower and woodspice flavors finish with the tart briskness of a Sauvignon Blanc, only more opulent.",3CV Vogelzang Vineyard,18,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Cimarone 2009 3CV Vogelzang Vineyard Viognier (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2009-3cv-vogelzang-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Viognier,2009,Cimarone 14,Red,Portugal,"A fine addition to Churchill's Douro wines, this is rich, perfumed with hints of violets, layers of soft tannins and jammy red berry fruits. It has a tannic firmness, but this is cushioned by the generous fruit.",Churchill Estates,28,89,Douro,,,Churchill's 2008 Churchill Estates Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2008-churchill-estates-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Churchill's 18.5,Dessert,Australia,"Thickly textured and potently sweet, this dark brass-colored wine presents hints of dried fig and citrus, turning almost honey-like on the slightly warm finish.",Muscadelle,16,89,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards NV Muscadelle Muscadel (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chambers-rosewood-nv-muscadelle-muscat-muscadel-rutherglen/,Muscadel,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Herb and spice aromas are followed by a rich, black-fruited, now mature wine. Concentrated, the soft dusty tannins are well rounded to give a mellifluous, smooth texture, with just a hint of black plums and acidity.",,12,88,Alentejo,,,Roquevale 2005 Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquevale-2005-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2005,Roquevale 16.5,Red,Italy,"Thick, chewy and succulent, this is a bold, full-bodied red wine with intense aromas of black fruit and Indian spice box. This wine will appeal to those who enjoy loads of heft, muscle and personality in their Amarone.",Campo Leòn,55,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Latium di Morini 2004 Campo Leòn (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2004-campo-leon-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Latium di Morini 15,Red,Italy,"This pretty Amarone is aged two years in large oak to help shape aromas of spice, cinnamon and vanilla. Those ethereal tones are held up by a strong base of red berry fruit and the wine is thick and long-lasting in the mouth.",Vignenuove,50,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luciana Cordioli 2006 Vignenuove (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciana-cordioli-2006-vignenuove-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Luciana Cordioli 14,Red,Italy,"Vintner Ettore Righetti presents an extremely food-friendly Ripasso that boasts power and concentration, without being too heavy or chewy. Aromas here include cherry maraschino, licorice, tar and dark chocolate.",La Casetta,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Domìni Veneti 2006 La Casetta (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2006-casetta-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Domìni Veneti 11.5,White,Portugal,"With its lemon and peach flavors, this is a ripe wine. It still has plenty of acidity, but its main focus is on its smooth texture, just given a light edge by a fruit-skin bite.",,,88,Minho,,,Quinta de Santa Maria 2009 Alvarinho (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santa-maria-2009-albarino-alvarinho-minho/,Alvarinho,2009,Quinta de Santa Maria 14,Red,Italy,"Compared to the 2006 vintage of this same wine, this expression offers a greener personality with bright aromas of cut grass and herbs over loads of dark fruit and exotic spice. There's a soft, sweet and chewy quality to the wine's thick texture.",La Fabriseria,40,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tedeschi 2007 La Fabriseria (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2007-fabriseria-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Tedeschi 13.7,White,Australia,"Wakefield is a reliable producer of Clare Valley wines, and the Chard is no exception. Toasted nuts mingle easily alongside grilled pineapple and peach notes, and the almost plush texture of this wine gives it another dimension. Contains 4% Viognier. Drink now.",,17,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2008 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2008-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2008,Wakefield 15.5,Red,Italy,This smokey Amarone opens with woody tones of forest floor and bramble followed by savory notes of cured beef and wild mushroom. Dark fruit flavors fill in the background and the wine ends with distinct layers of leather and dried tobacco leaf.,Paverno,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vaona 2006 Paverno (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaona-2006-paverno-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Vaona 13.5,Red,Italy,"Speri is a great producer to watch out for because it consistently offers good quality at competitive prices. This is a tasty, rich wine with deep layers of cherry, spice and tobacco aromas. Its smooth, penetrating mouthfeel would stand up to hearty meat dishes.",,28,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Speri 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Speri 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, muscular and very oaky, especially early on where it smells charred and bacony, with black fruit in the background. Airing unleashes chewy, roasted berry, plum, carob and herbal flavors, and throughout there is a strong oak element. Finishes big and thick, with toast and leafy, herbal Pinot Noir nuances.",Tobiano,20,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2009 Tobiano Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2009-tobiano-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kingston Family ,White,US,"Happily the fumé has been discarded and it's simply labeled Sauvignon Blanc, as it should be. The blend includes 6% Sémillon, the wine is finished with a screw cap, and the flavors are crisp and quite refreshing. Melon, grapefruit, a little snippet of pineapple and overall a mouth-cleaning liveliness make this an excellent wine for sipping or with lighter entrées.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hogue 14.5,Red,Australia,"A bit austere, with an astringent edge, this requires pairing with rare beef or lamb to show its best. There's a lifted, slightly floral aspect to the aromas, followed by crisp cherry fruit and a dusting of firm tannins. Drink now, but this also could be a wine that makes for a pleasant surprise in 4–5 years.",Deen De Bortoli Vat 4,13,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2008 Deen De Bortoli Vat 4 Petit Verdot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-deen-de-vat-4-petit-verdot-south-eastern/,Petit Verdot,2008,De Bortoli 14.5,Red,Spain,"Quite ripe and dark, with blackberry, raisin and aromas of woody spice manifested as cinnamon. The palate shows a controlled sharpness and then flavors of saturated berry fruit accented by oak-based notes of vanilla and dill weed. A powerful, deep style of crianza with a lot of oak.",Crianza,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Cruz de Alba 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alba-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Cruz de Alba 13.5,White,Chile,"The bouquet blends tropical aromas with popcorn, and the palate is toasty as well, but not cloying or thick. Flavors of green banana, orange, melon and pineapple are spicy and zesty, and there's pineapple and woodspice to the finish. A natural-yeast Chard with balance and zest to go along with tropical sweetness.",Wild Ferment,21,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-wild-ferment-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Errazuriz 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very intense and compelling Ripasso with bright tones of currant berry and blackberry that rise above a spicy base of cinnamon, chocolate and dried tobacco. The wine is smooth and soft although it finishes with power and determination.",Castelliere delle Guaite,31,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Classico,,Montresor 2006 Castelliere delle Guaite (Valpolicella Ripasso Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2006-castelliere-delle-guaite-red-valpolicella-ripasso-classico/,Corvina,2006,Montresor 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a compact, focused Amarone that shows detailed aromas of wild berry, mesquite, bramble, cola and Spanish cedar. It's lean in terms of extraction and intensity, making this wine a good pairing partner to white meat or honey-roasted ham.",Podere Cariano,33,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Bertarole 2005 Podere Cariano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2005-podere-cariano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Le Bertarole 14,Red,Spain,"Big, chunky and dark on the nose, but smells monotone except for a floral hint. The palate shows nice body, saturation and grabby tannins to go with oak-infused flavors of black plum, cola and spice. Savory and rooty on the finish. A good restaurant wine, either by the glass or bottle.",Finca La Cuesta,22,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2008 Finca La Cuesta Red (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2008-finca-cuesta-red-bierzo/,Red Blend,2008,Luna Beberide ,Red,US,"This has a little bit of Cabernet Sauvignon (5%) and Merlot (2%), winemaker Mike Januik say it's there “to beef up the structure.” The Sangiovese brings the acid, and tart fruits with a hint of leaf and tomato. Still young vines, but showing great promise.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2007 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2007-stillwater-creek-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,Novelty Hill 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The second label of Duorum, this is a wine packed with vivid black berry, spice and herbal flavors. There is a fine juicy character, full of ripe acidity and a delicious fruity aftertaste.",Tons de Duorum,12,88,Douro,,,Duorum 2009 Tons de Duorum Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2009-tons-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Duorum 14.5,Red,US,"A big Pinot Noir; it's a little heavy for the variety, with the weight of a Rhône, but no denying the deliciousness factor. Floods the mouth with concentrated pie-filling black cherry, red currant, licorice and beef jerky flavors. Best opened soon for freshness.",Barrel Select,60,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2008 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2008-barrel-select-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foley 14,Red,Italy,"You'll love the density and richness of this dark, velvety Ripasso. Bright aromas include mature berry, moist earth, tobacco and ground white pepper. It's a smooth, enduring drink with soft tannins and texture.",,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,CampoReale 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camporeale-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,CampoReale 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pa' Riondo is a fresh, fruit-forward Ripasso with loads of cherry, blackberry and cassis on the bouquet. That natural freshness continues to the mouth, where the wine shows good acidity backed by hearty concentration and density.",Pa' Riondo,26,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Brunelli 2008 Pa' Riondo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2008-pa-riondo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Brunelli 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thinner style of Amarone with bright aromas of wild berry, white cherry and toasted almond. The wine is crisp and sharp on the close, with a focused, streamlined feel in the mouth.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cottini 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottini-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Cottini 15,Red,Italy,"This is a lean, less formal expression of Amarone that seems to focus nicely on freshness and wild berry nuances. Cherry, blackberry, spice, cola, almond and tobacco all come to mind.",Corte Giara,55,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Allegrini 2006 Corte Giara (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2006-corte-giara-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Allegrini 15,Red,Italy,"This hearty Amarone introduces aromas of cola, candied fruit, cured beef and mesquite. It's very heavy and thick in the mouth with sweet overtones that are backed by tons of clove, pepper and cinnamon.",Torre del Falasco,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2006 Torre del Falasco (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2006-torre-falasco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 15,Red,Italy,"This is a thick and nicely concentrated Amarone with loads of inherent fruit and spice intensity. The wine sits well on the palate, with a heavy texture, soft tannins and a long, smoky close.",Torre del Falasco,45,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2005 Torre del Falasco (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2005-torre-falasco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 13,Red,Italy,"Great intensity and purity are the first things you will notice from this dark, ruby-colored Ripasso. The wine's appearance is thick and velvety and its aromas recall black fruit, plum, prune, spice and a touch of graphite or mineral. It has soft tannins, long persistency and a very smooth feel overall.",Duca del Frassino,20,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cantina di Soave 2008 Duca del Frassino (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2008-duca-frassino-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Cantina di Soave 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a perfect match to sausage and white beans. This bright and clean Ripasso offers easy notes of spice and mature fruit with a distinctive note of almond nut. It delivers a lean, but firm mouthfeel with a light alcoholic push at the end.",Rocca Sveva,21,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cantina di Soave 2007 Rocca Sveva (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2007-rocca-sveva-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Cantina di Soave 14,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Le Crosare is a nicely balanced wine that does a good job of contrasting territory-driven notes of cherry and blackberry against oak-driven notes of spice and vanilla. The wine concludes in the mouth with soft, tight tannins.",Le Crosare,27,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 2007 Le Crosare (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-lenotti-2007-le-crosare-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 13,White,France,"Properly spicy, this is smooth and rich, a wine that has a broad texture along with some sweetness to bring out its lychee and pear flavors. It is ripe, though well balanced.",Réserve,15,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2009 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2009-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Willm 14.5,Red,Australia,"Creamy in texture and deceptively easy to drink, this Barossa Shiraz features a veneer of baking spices and vanilla layered over a fruity foundation of ripe blueberries. Drink it over the next several years.",,16,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Earthworks 2008 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthworks-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Earthworks 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Hugely black in color, a big-hearted wine that tames the rustic Alicante Bouschet character to produce a densely tannic, spice and damson fruit driven wine. There is perhaps just a touch too much extraction, but there is no question about the force of the wine.",AB,40,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2007 AB Alicante Bouschet (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2007-ab-other-red-alicante-bouschet-alentejano/,Alicante Bouschet,2007,Herdade do Esporão 15.1,Red,US,"This is quite a good Zinfandel showing lots of classic varietal character, and enough elegance to drink with an upscale meal. It's dry and robust in berry and cherry jam, fruit liqueur, Dr. Pepper cola, peppery spice and sandalwood flavors. Best now for freshness and vivacity.",,38,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Perception 2007 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perception-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Perception 14.5,Red,Italy,"Opens with mature fruit aromas of prune and plum and follows up with sophisticated notes of leather and dark spice. It shows soft, velvety tannins on the close.",,20,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Montezovo 2006 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezovo-2006-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Montezovo 15,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Lena di Mezzo delivers juicy, thick aromas of sweet fruit and spicy black pepper and clove. It's a smooth, supple wine with a correct, albeit one-dimensional, mouthfeel.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,48,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2006 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2006-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Monte del Frà 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes a little heavy and straightforward, although it's nicely dry, and shows rich blackberry, cherry, anise and herb flavors that veer into dried currants. Turns even richer on the finish, with the sweetness of liqueur. Drink now.",Silverwood Vineyard,28,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Miro 2008 Silverwood Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2008-silverwood-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Miro 15,Red,Italy,"Clean and lean in both power and execution, this lively Amarone shows pretty aromas of red cherry, tobacco, root beer and Spanish cedar. It also delivers warming, generous texture on the finish.",Villa Borghetti,45,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Pasqua 2006 Villa Borghetti (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2006-villa-borghetti-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Pasqua 15,Red,Italy,"Here is a clean, easy expression of Amarone that promises to make an easy match to roast beef or ravioli in meat sauce. The wine shows medium density and power with loads of jammy fruit on the close.",Villa Borghetti,45,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Pasqua 2005 Villa Borghetti (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2005-villa-borghetti-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Pasqua 9,Dessert,US,"This is a very sweet Viognier, with lots of honey, brown sugar, vanilla and cream flavors. It's rich and unctuous, but the orange and peach flavors could be a little more concentrated.",Roll Ranch,26,88,California,California Other,California,Ojai 2008 Roll Ranch Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2008-roll-ranch-viognier-other/,Viognier,2008,Ojai 16,Red,Italy,"Like in past vintages, this wine presents very vibrant aromas of apple and dried apricot followed by red berry fruit and spice. It shows a traditional, compact style that is firm and bright without being too dense or heavy.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Pietro Clementi 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-clementi-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Pietro Clementi 14.1,White,US,"This is a blend of Viognier, Grenache Blanc and Roussanne. It's extraordinarily rich in peach, pear, citrus and honeysuckle flavors, and is marked by zesty acidity, with a buttercreamy, oaky note. Interesting and complex. Try as an exotic alternative to a big Chardonnay.",Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Nadia 2008 Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nadia-2008-santa-barbara-highlands-vineyard-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Nadia 12.5,White,US,"Aromatics of yellow peach and slate are common for a Finger Lakes Riesling, but this one ups the ante with a bold, incense-inspired spice note that makes for a curious sip. Dry in style, the lime and lemon palate is round and focused with a nice, minerally silkiness on the tongue.",Reserve Dry,24,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2008 Reserve Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2008-reserve-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Red Newt Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"A firm and lively Cab with aromas of tobacco, cassis, spice cake and chocolate. It's ripe and forward on the palate, where the bouquet is reflected via flavors of cassis, vanilla, coffee and tobacco. Fresh on the finish and never herbal despite the 15% Carmenère in the blend.",Visión Block: El Recurso,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 Visión Block: El Recurso Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-vision-block-el-recurso-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cono Sur 14,Red,Italy,"This promises to be a hearty, food-friendly wine that offers a distinct vein of cherry sweetness followed by oak-driven tones of vanilla, leather and spice. Winter foods such as beef stew and game meat would fit the bill nicely here.",,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corte San Benedetto 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-san-benedetto-2006-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Corte San Benedetto 17.5,Port/Sherry,Australia,"For a vintage-style fortified, this wine's color is appropriately intense and dark, but the tannins are somewhat tame. Hints of mint and chocolate pop up, adding modest complexity, but the bold cassis and plum fruit is framed instead by its crisp acids, suggesting a rather early drinking window, perhaps 2013–2020 or so.",Vintage Declared,40,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2005 Vintage Declared Port (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2005-vintage-declared-port-blend-port-mclaren-vale/,Port,2005,D'Arenberg 14,Red,Italy,"Dark concentration and a deep garnet color make a great first impression and the wine follows through with ripe aromas of dried blackberry, spice, tar, resin and cola. This is a dense and determined Ripasso and the sweet fruit flavors it releases on the palate shape the wine's soft, supple finish.",Soraighe,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bennati 2007 Soraighe (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennati-2007-soraighe-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Bennati 14,Red,Italy,"This is an oak-influenced Ripasso that opens with sweet aromas of vanilla, dark chocolate and espresso bean. Beyond those tones are more traditional elements of cherry, mesquite, Spanish cedar and cinnamon. Sweet fruit nuances run smoothly over the palate and the wine is clean and lively on the close.",Tenuta Valleselle Rovertondo,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tinazzi 2008 Tenuta Valleselle Rovertondo (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2008-tenuta-valleselle-rovertondo-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Tinazzi 14,Red,Chile,"A very good value-priced Cab with fresh tomato, herb, black cherry, blackberry and earthy aromas. The palate is healthy and stands up to scrutiny, while the flavors of cassis, berry, chocolate and pepper are correct and more than pleasant. Long and lasting on the finish. The best Root: 1 Cab to date.",,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Root:1 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Root:1 14.5,Red,Australia,"Marked by violet-like scents and touches of pepper-cured meat, this is an intriguing Shiraz. It's full bodied and creamy in texture, with flavors of blackberry liqueur and licorice. Its only failing is that it seems to fade a bit quickly on the finish. Drink this luscious Shiraz over the next year or two.",Signature,20,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Marquee 2007 Signature Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2007-signature-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Marquee 14,Red,Australia,"This is a mature example of Hunter Shiraz, showing the leathery notes that made the region famous, combined with hints of cinnamon, clove and dried cherries. It's soft, velvety and ready to drink, whereas the 2005 appears to have greater potential ahead of it.",Kester,,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Keith Tulloch 2004 Kester Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keith-tulloch-2004-kester-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Keith Tulloch 12.5,White,France,"A ripely smooth, lime- and white-pear flavored PB, soft and creamy, with hints of almonds. This is delicious apéritif wine; a pleasure to drink.",Les Charmes Kritt Pinot Blanc,19,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2004 Les Charmes Kritt Pinot Blanc Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2004-charmes-kritt-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Marc Kreydenweiss 13.5,Red,Italy,"San Rustico is a steady, quality-minded producer from Valpolicella and their newest Ripasso offers a very nice blend of chocolate, spice and red cherry aromas. In the mouth, the wine is rich and smooth with various points of fruity sweetness along the way.",,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,San Rustico 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-rustico-2006-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,San Rustico 16,Red,Italy,"Here's a powerful, mature and jammy Amarone that explodes with thick, raw and chewy aromas of blackberry pie and cherry confiture. You'll feel the high alcohol in the mouth, as well as the wine's thick extraction.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,San Cassiano 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-cassiano-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,San Cassiano 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is an aged and elegant Amarone that shows a dark garnet color with slight amber highlights. Tertiary aromas of spice, leather, dried tobacco, lavender and candied fruit fill the bouquet and the wine shows lively sweetness and fullness on the palate. The 2003 vintage was very hot and you can feel the wine's power and determination.",Ca' Bertoldi,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Recchia 2003 Ca' Bertoldi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recchia-2003-ca-bertoldi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Recchia 14.5,Dessert,Chile,"Apricot, nectarine and mellow botrytis aromas are welcoming, while the palate is intense and citrusy, with full acidity. Flavors of orange, pineapple and mango are strong and tasty, while the finish is honeyed and layered. This is a punchy dessert wine that will age well for several years; drink now through 2013.",Vendimia Tardía Late Harvest,25,88,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2008 Vendimia Tardía Late Harvest Riesling (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2008-vendimia-tardia-late-harvest-riesling-curico-valley/,Riesling,2008,Miguel Torres 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a light and well-toned Amarone that boasts bright aromas of white cherry, cranberry, spice, dried tobacco and tea leaf. It's a food-friendly alternative that would pair with roast chicken or roll pork stuffed with prunes.",Corte Majoli,40,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tezza 2006 Corte Majoli (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2006-corte-majoli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Tezza 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very pleasurable Ripasso that opens with attractive aromas of sweet spice, nutmeg and ground clove. But don't discount the fruit element because it's here too, loud and strong, as cherry and blackberry. The wine is smooth, silky and slightly sweet at the very end.",Marogne,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Zeni 2007 Marogne (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2007-marogne-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Zeni 14.9,Red,US,"Made in a big, overripe, soft and slightly sweet style, this will appeal to fans who like a more flamboyant Zinfandel. It's very ripe in berry jam, orange pekoe tea, cola and spice flavors. Almost a food group in itself. Drink with powerful, rich fare, such as spicy Vietnamese beef, Mexican tamales and tacos, or good old rubbed beef barbecue.",Papera Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Papera Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-papera-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Williams Selyem 14.1,Red,US,"This complicated, soft Pinot Noir is very rich in cherry, red currant, cola, licorice and spice flavors, but it's a little heavy. It shows the Williams-Selyem fingerprint of impeccable growing and winemaking technique, but it's hard to tell where it's going.",Flax Vineyard,56,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-flax-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,France,"Dominated by aromas of dried spices, cedar and leather, this full-bodied, lusty red shows more oak than fruit, although the tannins are clearly ripe and the body of the wine adequately supports the ample cedar and vanilla flavors. You could drink it now for its bold flavors, or wait 2–3 years to see if it attains greater harmony over time.",Cairanne,44,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Mas du Goudareau 2005 Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-goudareau-2005-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Mas du Goudareau 14.8,White,US,"Shows lots of new oak in the buttery toast and sweet vanilla char flavors that ride high over the pineapple jam, soft ripe pear and papayas. A clean, creamy Chardonnay for drinking now.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,55,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Perception 2007 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perception-2007-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Perception 13,White,Spain,"Marqués de Cáceres intentionally lowered the amount of new oak on this barrel-fermented Viura, and the result is positive. The nose is smooth and slightly creamy, but not oaky or resiny smelling. Composed and balanced across the tongue, with orange, lime, nectarine and toasty flavors. Quite good for barrel-fermented white Rioja.",Antea,12,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2008 Antea White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2008-antea-white-rioja/,White Blend,2008,Marqués de Cáceres 12,White,US,"Both the nose and palate on this lovely dry Riesling bring to mind freshly pressed apples and pears, white florals and petrol. Zippy acidity and a persistent lime juice midpalate lead to a long, marzipan and bitter almond finish.",Goldman Vineyard Dry,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2008 Goldman Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2008-goldman-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Keuka Lake Vineyards 13,Dessert,Chile,"Brown-gold in color, with a staunch, ripe bouquet of syrupy peach, apricot and caramel. The palate is rich and full bodied, with peach, apricot and sweet melon flavors. Thick and satisfying on the finish, but still fairly juicy due to good core acidity.",Late Harvest,13,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Morandé 14,Red,Italy,"This is a bold and modern Ripasso with toasted aromas of nut and exotic spice that are followed by chocolate, cola, leather, resin and black licorice. It's a soft, generous wine with finely textured tannins.",,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monteci 2005 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2005-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2005,Monteci 13.8,Red,US,"Fairly pale in color, this Pinot Noir is made in a lighter, drier, more elegant style than many. It's crisp in acids, with the flavors of sweet cherry pie, cola, tangerine peel, cinnamon, anise and sandalwood. Grows increasingly complex as it warms in the glass, changing by the minute. A fascinating wine that should evolve over the next five years.",Stony Point Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,James Family Cellars 2008 Stony Point Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-family-cellars-2008-stony-point-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,James Family Cellars ,Red,US,"Limited production, tight and interesting. This 100% Petite Sirah is one of just a handful of varietal versions of the grape made in Washington. It features ripe berry flavors—blueberry in particular—wrapped in well-managed tannins with hints of caramel running through the finish. Still young, primary fruit, with a sharp edge to the tannins. Give it a couple more years in the cellar for optimal drinking.",Stonetree Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2008 Stonetree Vineyard Petite Sirah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2008-stonetree-vineyard-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wa/,Petite Sirah,2008,Angel Vine 13,White,US,"A nice, refreshing Riesling, clean and crisp, with rich flavors of citrus fruits, minerals, honeysuckle and jasmine. The residual sugar is .63%, making it just a litt off-dry. No oak on this polished gem.",Limited Selection,15,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2009 Limited Selection Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2009-limited-selection-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2009,Gainey 14.5,Red,France,"Possessed of mouthfilling plum and black cherry fruit, this supple-textured Gigondas doesn't offer a ton of nuance but is well made and satisfies for its persistent and authoritative flavors. Drink it over the next 4–5 years.",Domaine de Longue Toque,35,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Gabriel Meffre 2007 Domaine de Longue Toque (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2007-domaine-longue-toque-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Gabriel Meffre 14.5,Red,Italy,"Corte Rugolin presents an elegant and not overdone Ripasso with pretty aromas of roasted almond, wild berry, cola, leather and tobacco. There's a warm, wintery feel to the wine that would make it a perfect companion to rolled pork or meatloaf.",,32,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corte Rugolin 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-rugolin-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Corte Rugolin 14,Red,France,"This powerfully built Gigondas appears to have 5–8 years of aging potential, so perhaps in time this rating will look conservative. For the moment, the wine displays balanced aromas and flavors of garrigue, leather and plum along with a firm tannic structure. The blend is 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre.",Saveur des Dentelles,40,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine des Florets 2007 Saveur des Dentelles (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-florets-2007-saveur-dentelles-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine des Florets 14,Red,France,"A delicious middleweight red for drinking over the next few years, Trignon's 2007 Sablet is a lushly fruited wine with creamy-textured tannins, ample black cherry and plum flavors and just a touch of spice for complexity.",Sablet,22,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château du Trignon 2007 Sablet Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2007-sablet-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château du Trignon 12,White,France,"Edging towards mineral, this is a perfumed Riesling, its white fruits bright and delicate, fitting well into the crisp acidity. It has a textured bite to it, bringing out the stony character. Worth aging 2–3 years.",,15,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2009 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2009-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Dopff & Irion 14,Red,Portugal,"A very round wine that offers a luscious, lip-smacking experience of rich fruits, sweet berries and soft tannins. The wine certainly has power, but even as a Grande Reserva, is unlikely to age. At the end, it is showy, not complex.",Monte Cascas Grande Reserva,41,89,Alentejano,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Grande Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-grande-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casca Wines 15,Red,Italy,"This is a very attractive Amarone that offers a smooth, supple mouthfeel accented by bright aromas of red cherry, Indian spice, cedar and vanilla bean. It shows soft tannins with a very polished, clean fade.",Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Zecchini 2004 Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zecchini-2004-vigneto-calandra-romagnano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2004,Zecchini ,White,US,"In 2009, it's the Pinot Gris (at 60%) that dominates this two-grape blend; the rest is Viognier. It's always a delicious wine, and here again the two grapes match up beautifully, with the Pinot Gris bringing flesh and rind from a variety of citrus fruits, and the Viognier adding orange blossom and tangerine.",PGV,16,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2009 PGV White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2009-pgv-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Thurston Wolfe 15,Red,Italy,"There's a nice streamlined quality to this Amarone that comes forth as sassy spice, mature fruit, leather, moist pipe tobacco and toasted almond. In the mouth, it shows freshness and a thick, but compact feel.",,65,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Monteleone 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Villa Monteleone 14.5,Red,US,"A little heavy and dense now. Not showing well for its dry tannins. Almost rustic, with sour candy raspberry, cherry, cranberry and cola flavors weighted with tart astringency. Could surprise. Try after 2013.",Ten,80,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2008 Ten Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2008-ten-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sea Smoke 16,Red,Italy,"Venturini offers a lively, sweet-smelling Amarone with bright aromas of black cherry, cinnamon, vanilla, sweet barbecue sauce and clove. It imparts a polished, smooth feel with pretty accents of smoke and spice.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Venturini Massimino 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Venturini Massimino 13.7,Dessert,US,"Golden honey, tangerines and orange blossoms perfume this silky smooth late harvest Riesling. Lush stone fruit and honey flavors melt onto the palate, but are anchored by an elegant black tea note and a bright tangerine acidity that make this sweet ambrosia a delightfully long sip.",Late Harvest,25,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2008 Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2008-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Sheldrake Point 17,Red,Italy,"There is slight sweetness or chewiness and the finish is marked by thick cherry and blackberry flavors. A huge jump forward compared to recent vintages, this meaty Amarone would make a perfect partner to hearty winter foods like game meat or beef stew.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommaso Bussola 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Tommaso Bussola 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a hearty, rich Ripasso with loads of dark intensity and smooth flavors of ripe cherry, spice, leather, dark chocolate and barbecue sauce. The wine feels opulent and rich and leaves a long impression of ripe cherry flavors.",Vigneti di Torbe,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Domìni Veneti 2008 Vigneti di Torbe (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2008-vigneti-torbe-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Domìni Veneti 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a sophisticated and powerful rendition of Ripasso that offers big intensity and a blast of heat on the close. There are aromas of mature cherry, Indian spice, cinnamon and dark chocolate and the mouthfeel is rich and chewy.",,50,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Montecariano 2005 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecariano-2005-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2005,Montecariano 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with mossy aromas that are soon replaced by foresty oak and murky black-fruit notes. The palate has enough thickness and concentration to register as true Toro, while the flavors of berry fruit, herbs and spice cover the bases. Oaky and lightly tannic on the finish, and just beefy and chewy enough.",Prima,24,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Maurodos 2008 Prima (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurodos-2008-prima-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Maurodos 15,Red,Italy,"Castel adheres to Amarone tradition with aromas of red cherry, dried apple skin, exotic spice, cured meat and leather. The wine sits on the palate with heavy density and some sweet flavors but soft tannins and a bright touch of acidity help cap a refreshing mouthfeel.",Castel,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Mazzi 2005 Castel (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzi-2005-castel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Mazzi 13.8,Red,US,"A lovely, dry, complex Pinot Noir to drink now and over the next several years with a great steak, lamb chop or roasted salmon. It's silky and smooth, with waves of cherries, raspberries, currants and cola, wrapped into silky tannins.",,53,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Perception 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perception-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Perception 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made with fruit from 12-year-old vines, this compact and sharp Amarone shows brambly aromas of wild berry, forest floor and herb. There is mature fruit here, and loads of sweet spice with piquant spice on the close.",,108,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Ca' Rugate 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Ca' Rugate 16.5,Red,Italy,"Distilleria Bottega is one of Italy's most important producers of Grappa that has also recently started making wine such as Prosecco and Amarone. This is a bright and focused expression with sharp aromas of wild berry, green herb and spice.",Il Vino degli Dei,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Bottega 2007 Il Vino degli Dei (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-2007-il-vino-degli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Bottega 16.5,Red,Italy,"Fruit for this ruby-colored Amarone comes from an organically-farmed vineyard and shows bright aromas of black cherry, raspberry, prune and plum. In fact, the clean quality of the berry nuances on display are what set this wine apart. It is smooth, sweet and sticky on the close.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantina di Negrar 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-di-negrar-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Cantina di Negrar 14,Red,Italy,"A hearty, luscious wine with clean and well-integrated aromas of spice, toasted almond, suede, cola and black fruit. It delivers an elegant, toned feel and could pair with roast chicken or pork.",Torre del Falasco,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2008 Torre del Falasco (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2008-torre-falasco-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena ,White,Australia,"Bold and flavorful, this cool-climate Chard rocks with straightforward fruity notes of pear, peach and pineapple. It's medium in body, reined in by bright acids on the tart, citrusy finish.",,,88,Tasmania,Tasmania,,42°S 2008 Chardonnay (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/42-s-2008-chardonnay-tasmania/,Chardonnay,2008,42°S ,White,US,"This easy-drinking Riesling finishes dry, but still it's relatively soft, with green apple fruit and some spicy skin phenolics. Good balance and gentle persistence through a clean finish.",Bebop,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nodland 2008 Bebop Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2008-bebop-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Nodland 13.5,Red,US,"A well-made blend of Spanish and Portuguese red varietals, with the majority Tempranillo, with bright red cherry and cranberry and high acidic tones that's also got a touch of lovely minerality, olive, toffee and vanilla. The 2007 is ready to drink now, a well-balanced easy drinker with great aromatics and not too much tannin.",Zarzuela,29,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2007 Zarzuela Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2007-zarzuela-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Murrieta's Well 14,White,Portugal,"Blending Alvarinho and Verdelho with Viognier, here is a rich, intense wine. There is no doubting its weight, although it also has fine acidity from its citrus and green plum fruits. Age for another year.",Selection Branco,26,88,Tejo,,,Vale d'Algares 2009 Selection Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-dalgares-2009-selection-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Vale d'Algares 13.85,Red,US,"Savory on the nose with enough sweet blueberry to make it varietally enticing, this light purplish Syrah is well-balanced, pleasing and well-made, ready to drink now with a range of foods, its alcohol in proportion and acidity right on target. Wente blends in small percentages of Counoise, Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre and Tempranillo into this great-value Syrah. Delicious.",Shorthorn Canyon,15,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2008 Shorthorn Canyon Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2008-shorthorn-canyon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2008,Wente 14,Red,Spain,"Stocky and kind of big on the bouquet, with broad, fat berry fruit aromas and some jamminess. The palate is saturated and jammy, with thick blackberry flavors and roasted fig. Chunky and on the verge of being syrupy, but still really nice in a rich, easy way. Drink now and over the next couple of years.",Señorío de Cuzcurrita,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo de Cuzcurrita 2005 Señorío de Cuzcurrita (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-cuzcurrita-2005-senorio-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Castillo de Cuzcurrita 14,Red,Italy,"There's a perfumed, oaky quality to this wine that translates into mesquite, barbecue, sandalwood and fragrant church incense. Loads of black fruit appears at the back and Mithas shows firm texture with polished tannins.",Mithas,70,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Corte Sant' Alda 2006 Mithas (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-2006-mithas-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Corte Sant' Alda 18.5,Port/Sherry,Australia,"A nicely balanced, easy-drinking tawny, with scents of toffee, dried fruit and nuts, with flavors that still retain a hint of cherries to go with the caramel-like sweetness. This hides its alcohol well, finishing with a sensation of fresh, lipsmacking fruit.",8 Year Old Tawny,26,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV 8 Year Old Tawny Port (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-8-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-south-eastern/,Port,,De Bortoli 13,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Ripasso opens with sweet aromas of cherry and Christmas spice followed by soft fruit tones and a smooth texture. It's an easy, food-friendly expression that would pair with meatloaf or roast pork and potatoes.",Il Sestante Vigneto I Pianeti,20,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Tommasi 2008 Il Sestante Vigneto I Pianeti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-il-sestante-vigneto-i-pianeti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Tommasi 14,Red,Chile,"Dark and charred like so many of TerraNoble's red wines. There's lemon peel, black coffee, black fruit and herbs on the nose, while the palate shows tomato, herbs, smoked meat, basic black fruit and a snappy texture. A little more racy than most, but heavily oaked and blackened.",Gran Reserva,18,88,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2008 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2008-gran-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,TerraNoble 14,Red,Italy,"This historic estate with ties to the immense heritage of Dante Alighieri presents a very well made wine with intact aromas of cherry, root beer, spice and touches of new leather. The wine is soft and smooth and the quality of its fruit is evident in the pristine nature of its flavors.",Serego Alighieri 650 Anniversario,19,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Masi 2006 Serego Alighieri 650 Anniversario (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2006-serego-alighieri-650-anniversario-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Masi 13.5,Red,Spain,"More up the ladder from Vitoria's crianza, but also more raisiny and oaky. The wine develops nicely with air, shedding raisin for more of the fruit spectrum. Meanwhile, the oak is strong and obvious, leaving vanilla, toast and spice on the finish. Otherwise, it has the same flavor profile and acidic kick as the crianza. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,27,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Vitoria 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vitoria-2004-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Marqués de Vitoria 14.5,Red,US,"This is a rich, complicated Cabernet Sauvignon, brimming with ripe, outgoing blackberry, cassis, blueberry and dark chocolate flavors, liberally coated with smoky sweet oak. It's very dry, with the firm but refined tannins you'd expect from a Joseph Phelps bottling. Just a hair rustic. Best now–2015.",,54,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Joseph Phelps 15.5,Red,Italy,Bright acidity firm tannins are backed by jammy fruit aromas and a healthy dose of spicy oak tones. The intensity is here but the integration is slightly off for a wine of this importance.,I Quadretti,58,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,La Giaretta 2004 I Quadretti (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2004-i-quadretti-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,La Giaretta 13,White,France,"With almost Chardonnay richness, this is a ripe, smooth, creamy apple-like wine. The palate is concentrated and spicy, with only a light showing of acidity to give a final bite.",Cuvée Balthazar,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2009 Cuvée Balthazar Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2009-cuvee-balthazar-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Lucien Albrecht 15,Red,Italy,"This is a soft, feminine expression of Amarone with tones of cinnamon, rum cake and Christmas spice followed by simple berry fruit. Liquid vanilla, molasses and caramel overtones appear on the finish.",,50,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luciana Cordioli 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciana-cordioli-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Luciana Cordioli 14.3,Red,US,"Delicious in blackberry and cherry jam, currant and sweetly smoked cedar wood, with a rich edge of milk chocolate, sprinkled with anise and cinnamon. Could be firmer in structure, as it's a little soft and melted, and probably best now.",,85,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Rivera 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivera-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rivera 12.5,White,France,"A racy, light wine, fresh and floating with white and green pear fruits flavors, and just a touch of perfume. This is classic, fresh, fruity Riesling, delicious to drink, with crisp acidity at the end.",,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2005 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2005-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Rieflé 15.7,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet was grown in a hilly part of the eastern valley. It shows very ripe, jammy flavors of cherries and raspberries. Saved from simplicity by smooth tannins and a kiss of dusty earth. Drink now.",Cooney Vineyard,43,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dutcher Crossing 2007 Cooney Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutcher-crossing-2007-cooney-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dutcher Crossing 14.4,Red,US,"Made with 74% Zin and additions of Petite Sirah and Carignane, this wine is bone dry and a little rustic in the edgy tannins that have hints of bitter greens. Yet it's complexly flavored, offering waves of berries, currants, cola, anise and pepper.",Lytton Springs,35,88,California,California Other,California,Ridge 2008 Lytton Springs Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-lytton-springs-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Ridge 15,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a heavy but handsome bottle, this well-extracted Amarone ushers forth massive concentration and power. Redolent of black cherry, cola, steak sauce and teriyaki, this is a natural choice for smoked meat or barbecued prime rib. It shows sweet, chewy tannins on the close.",,75,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Tommasi 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Proemio shows mature fruit aromas of black cherry and blackberry jam backed by elegant tones of clove, pepper, cola and cedar wood. The wine represents a smooth, clean and traditional style that would pair with grilled steak or roast pork.",Proemio,70,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Santi 2006 Proemio (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2006-proemio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Santi ,Red,US,"A well-balanced, taut Syrah, walking the tightrope between juicy and astringent, with a forceful minerality under the fresh berry fruit. Like a bite of fresh boysenberry pie, with a hint of pie crust along with the delicious fruit. The acidity and overall balance suggest that aging this wine another 6–8 years will continue to improve it.",Morrison Lane Vineyard,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2008 Morrison Lane Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2008-morrison-lane-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Walla Walla Vintners 13,Red,France,"Typical for Tardieu-Laurent, this wine is strongly marked by its barrel treatment, which may be enough to put off traditionalists. But the quality and concentration levels of the black cherry fruit underneath are high, and this rather full-bodied, muscular Crozes should develop nicely over the next 5–7 years.",Vieilles Vignes,41,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Vieilles Vignes (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a plush and rich Amarone with notes of chocolate, wild berry, blackberry jam, exotic spice, leather and tobacco. It feels generous and soft in the mouth with supple tannins and thick density.",,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena ,Red,Italy,"There's a nice, streamlined feel to this Amarone that distinguishes it from the otherwise bulky and overripe wines of this category. It moves over the palate with crispness and determined flavors of blackberry, cassis and molasses.",Podere Le Marognole,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Bertarole 2005 Podere Le Marognole (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2005-podere-marognole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Le Bertarole ,Red,US,"This is also a Milbrandt vineyard, but quite different flavors emerge from the other Milbrandt wines. Plenty of black cherry fruit, with a minerality that suggests iron ore. Penetrating, ripe and potent (15% alcohol), yet well balanced and complex, with wild herbs lurking in the background.",Pheasant Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2007 Pheasant Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-pheasant-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners ,White,US,"With about 6% Viognier in the blend, this tart, dry, racy take on Pinot Gris has unusual complexity. Crisp citrus and pear skin, green apple and lemon verbena roll across the palate. There's a crisp minerality to the acids, and a clean, refreshing finish.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,Australia,"In keeping with winemaker Steve Webber's moderate-alcohol, food-friendly style, this 2008 is medium in weight, with a silky-textured finish. Although labeled as Shiraz-Viognier, the Viognier component isn't really apparent in the wine, which features more classic Shiraz notes of tar, beef and tapenade. Drink it over the next several years.",Estate Grown,36,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Estate Grown Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,De Bortoli 14.5,Red,France,"Attractive in a lush, superripe sort of way, with notes of prune and chocolate amid the brandied cherries. Hints of coffee emerge on the slightly warm finish. Drink this full-bodied red over the next few years.",Prestige Cairanne,20,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Saint Andéol 2006 Prestige Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andeol-2006-prestige-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine Saint Andéol 13,Red,Italy,Campo Magri is a bright and lively Valpolicella Superiore with crisp tones of cherry and wild berry backed by slight smoke and spice. The natural acidity will cut through the density or ossobuco or beef stew.,Campi Magri,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Corte Sant' Alda 2007 Campi Magri (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-2007-campi-magri-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Corte Sant' Alda 14,Red,US,"Wente continues to impress with fine wines at fair price points, and this 2007 is a case in point, a high-end offering at a still reasonable price. A rich, red Cabernet Sauvignon, with Petite Verdot and Petite Sirah in here, too, it delivers intense flavors of dark, ripe plums and brown sugar, a very agreeable Cabernet that will pair well with rich red meats.",Charles Wetmore,25,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2007 Charles Wetmore Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2007-charles-wetmore-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wente 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a new producer from Valpolicella who presents a sharp and angular Amarone with fine aromas of spice, wild berry, black tobacco and tea leaf. The wine is bright and compact with soft tannins and natural freshness.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Falezza 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falezza-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Falezza 14,Red,Chile,"Smoky, rubbery and sweet on the nose, with mocha and caramel shadings. The palate, however, is more tight and narrow; the feel is fresh and blazing, while the flavors are piercing and suggest red fruits like cranberry and cherry. Citric but with just enough weight to register as true Cabernet (with 18% Carmenère and 7% Cab Franc).",Catalina,40,88,Peumo,,,Santa Ema 2007 Catalina Red (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-catalina-red-peumo/,Red Blend,2007,Santa Ema ,Red,US,"This is drinking very well, with plenty of peppery spice around mature, soft, light fruit. It's a nicely-balanced effort, with tart red fruits, pepper, dried leaf, and just a little heat from the (surprisingly high) alcohol, listed at 14.9%. Drink up.",Private Blend,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nodland 2006 Private Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2006-private-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Nodland 15.1,Red,US,"This is a very rich Zinfandel that veers toward the soft, high alcohol end of the spectrum. It's ripe in berry and cherry flavors that have an edge of currants and raisins, but the finish is dry. Drink now.",Forchini Vineyard,60,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Forchini Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-forchini-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Williams Selyem 12.3,White,US,"Dry and refreshing with clean, pure notes of white peach, orange blossoms and petrol on the nose and palate, this shows off Riesling's pristine side. A splash of tart, underripe starfruit and fresh limes on the palate combine with a brisk acidity and wet stone minerality, giving this wine an invigorating feel.",Falling Man Vineyard Dry,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2008 Falling Man Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2008-falling-man-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Keuka Lake Vineyards 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Rich and dense, a spicy wine, dominated by a smooth, concentrated character. The acidity is present and gives an essential antidote to the ripe black fruits, leaving a wine that is powerful without being excessive.",Carlos Reynolds,,87,Alentejano,,,Julian Reynolds 2006 Carlos Reynolds Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julian-reynolds-2006-carlos-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Julian Reynolds 13.5,White,Chile,"A lively, surprising bargain made from Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. That it costs merely $8 makes the melon and apple aromas and flavors all the better. Citrusy as it evolves, and clean throughout, with no wavering. A very nice white quaffing wine.",Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay,8,87,Lontué Valley,,,Korta 2009 Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay White (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-2009-viognier-sauvignon-blanc-chardonnay-white-lontue-valley/,White Blend,2009,Korta 14.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone Capitel de' Roari delivers a crisp, lean expression that showcases Valpolicella winemaking tradition. The only out-of-place elements are the oak shadings that comes across as toasted nut, leather and dried tobacco.",Capitel de' Roari,35,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luigi Righetti 2007 Capitel de' Roari (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2007-capitel-roari-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Luigi Righetti 16,Red,Italy,Here's a ripe and jammy expression of Amarone that shows some of the heat of the 2003 vintage. Red cherry and raspberry jam are backed by gritty spice and firm tannins.,,,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommaso Bussola 2003 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2003-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Tommaso Bussola 16.5,Red,Italy,"This is a thickly extracted Amarone with a black, inky appearance and powerful aromas of black fruit, exotic spice, bresaola, mesquite wood and cola. It's almost too much of a good thing and the palate becomes overwhelmed by the wine's muscle, power and overall sweetness.",Vigneti dei Coali,,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Savoia 2004 Vigneti dei Coali (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savoia-2004-vigneti-coali-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Savoia 13,Red,Italy,Here's a less formal expression of Ripasso that would work nicely next to a home cooked meal of meatloaf or pasta with meat ragù. The wine shows integrated acidity next to bright aromas of cherry and white chocolate.,Bure Alto,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Girardi 2008 Bure Alto (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-girardi-2008-bure-alto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Villa Girardi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Pegrandi is a polished and squeaky clean wine with fine aromas of wild fruit, spice, natural rubber and toasted almond. It tastes crisp, tight and would make a great companion to green peppers or zucchini stuffed with rice and ground veal.",Pegrandi,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Vaona 2008 Pegrandi (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaona-2008-pegrandi-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Vaona 14.2,Red,US,"Qupe reaches into the Edna Valley for this finely crafted Grenache. It's pale in color and has the silky texture of Pinot Noir, but there's an earthy, Provençal herb tug to the cherry and cola flavors. A dry, polished and complex wine with a crisp edge of cool-climate acidity.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2008 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Grenache (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grenache,2008,Qupé 14,Red,US,"Delicious, dry and complex, with wild blackberry, Provençal herb, white pepper and sandalwood flavors. Feels elegant, but too soft, lacking the structural integrity a fine wine needs. Drink now.",Bien Nacido Hillside Estate,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2006 Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2006-bien-nacido-hillside-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2006,Qupé 13.5,Red,Italy,"Campolieti is a fresh and fruity Ripasso with layers of dried blueberry, rum cake and spice followed by some very light mineral shadings. It boasts a crisp, clean mouthfeel and ends with a hint of vanilla and toasted almond.",Campolieti,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Luigi Righetti 2008 Campolieti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2008-campolieti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Luigi Righetti 15.1,Red,US,"Dark, full-bodied and a little ponderous, showing firm tannins and blackberry, blueberry, plum, mocha and spice flavors that finish dry and spicy. Lacks some complexity, but overall a good red to wash down grilled meats.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Star Lane Vineyard 2007 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2007-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2007,Star Lane Vineyard 14.8,Red,US,"This 100% Tempranillo will linger with you for a while, a real thinking wine that takes time to reveal its power. Properly tannic—have a hearty meal at the ready—the St. Amant is structurally sound and yet concentrated with sweet notes of toffee, vanilla and brown sugar on the finish, its dark fruit both subtle and ripe. From the foothills of Amador County on a relatively cool site, the wine is aged in both French and American oak (35% new).",The Road Less Travelled,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,St. Amant 2007 The Road Less Travelled Tempranillo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-amant-winery-2007-road-less-travelled-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Tempranillo,2007,St. Amant 13.9,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux blend, based on Merlot, with some Petite Sirah mixed in. It's very dry, quite full-bodied and a little rustic, with some tough, edgy tannins. Doesn't seem like an ager, but it will benefit from a few hours in a decanter.",The McNab,36,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2006 The McNab Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2006-mcnab-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2006,Bonterra 14.5,Red,Australia,"This blend of Petit Verdot (40%), Grenache (29%), Shiraz (29%) and Mataro (2%) ends up being a pleasing recipe at an even more pleasing price. Mulberry, plum and vanilla flavors emerge from the glass, while the mouthfeel is full and lush. Probably best over the next year or so.",Ass Kisser Fine Red Wine,10,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Rocland Estate 2007 Ass Kisser Fine Red Wine Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocland-estate-2007-ass-kisser-fine-red-wine-south/,Red Blend,2007,Rocland Estate 13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit lemony and tight to start with; aromas of roasted berry, coffee, shoe polish and tar are hard and dark. In the mouth, it's fresh and tannic, with forward flavors of black fruit, herbs, dark chocolate and toast. Shows some heat and burn on the finish, but it's a concentrated, full-force wine.",Crucero Reserva,13,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2007 Crucero Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2007-crucero-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2007,Siegel 13.5,Red,Spain,"This “basic” Tierra de León wine made from the obscure Prieto Picudo grape outshines Pricum's higher-priced bottlings. It has a leathery nose with mild baked-berry flavors, while the palate is tight but not astringent. Flavors of toamto, red currant, raspberry and herbs are snappy, and overall it's textured and long in the mouth.",,55,87,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Pricum 2007 Prieto Picudo (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pricum-2007-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2007,Pricum 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark, smoky, heavily oaked and resiny, with aromas of char, leather and burnt toast. The palate is big and forceful, with a lot of oak character and also snappy blackberry, plum and buttery flavors. Modern and creamy, with enough quality fruit to back things up.",,13,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Obalo 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obalo-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Obalo 14.9,Red,US,"This is a fine, supple Pinot Noir for drinking now. It shows authentic Russian River fanciness in the smooth tannins, good acidity and complex cherry, cola, pomegranate and persimmon flavors, touched with sweet smoky oak.",,29,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mueller 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mueller 14.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off rather Rhônish, with hints of white pepper and grilled meat, then offers tart cherry fruit on the palate, accented by those same savory elements. The tannins are modest but silky, and the acids turn up while the flavors thin out just a bit on the finish. Drink now–2014.",Cliff Edge,18,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2004 Cliff Edge Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2004-cliff-edge-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2004,Mount Langi Ghiran 17.5,Red,Italy,"At a whopping 17.5% alcohol, this powerful Amarone delivers heat, brawn and loads of mature cherry, ripened blackberry and tobacco. You can feel the burn on the close so be careful to pair this wine with a hearty winter dish that will soak it all up.",Costa delle Corone,45,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monteci 2004 Costa delle Corone (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2004-costa-delle-corone-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Monteci 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Clean and inviting, but simple, with apple and fresh-herb aromas. The palate is properly crisp yet not sharp, and the flavors of green apple and white grapes are snappy. Regular and a little better than good in every way, but ultimately more basic than special.",Brut,15,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Paral NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-paral-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Mont Paral 14,Red,Italy,"Arduini's oak-aged Ripasso opens with raw cherry and blackberry flavors followed by spice, clove and mesquite wood. The wine's build is tight and consistent and the tannins are soft and polished.",,26,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Arduini 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Arduini 13.5,Red,Spain,"Leafy, roasted and herbal up front, with modest ripe-fruit aromas sitting below. The palate smacks down hard with tannin and acidity, while the flavors are leafy, herbal and suggest raspberry and cherry. Prieto Picudo is a unique grape with a natural rubbery bite, but give Peregrino credit for presenting it well.",Peregrino Crianza,20,87,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Gordonzello 2006 Peregrino Crianza Prieto Picudo (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordonzello-2006-peregrino-crianza-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2006,Gordonzello 13.5,White,US,"This is a dry, racy wine. It fulfills Sauvignon Blanc's first duty of mouthwatering cleanliness and savory acidity. Drink it now as a cocktail sipper, with a shrimp cocktail or with spicy Thai and Vietnamese fare.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Firestone 14,Red,Portugal,"The leg here refers to the red-legged partridge which is native to southern Portugal. The wine is certainly red enough, a blend of Aragonês and Shiraz (they use the Australian spelling). It is firm, richly tannic, attractively full of rich berry, plum and spice.",Red Leg,11,87,Alentejano,,,Falua 2009 Red Leg Albana (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2009-red-leg-italian-white-albana-alentejano/,Albana,2009,Falua 12.5,White,Canada,"This elegant Riesling smells beautifully of honey, fresh apples and petrol. Dry and austere, but not the least bit bony in style, its refreshing lime juice palate and saline finish would pair wonderfully with sashimi or raw oysters.",,13,87,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Château des Charmes 2008 Riesling (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-charmes-2008-riesling-niagara-lake/,Riesling,2008,Château des Charmes 12,Sparkling,France,"The fruit is fresh and crisp with a lightly perfumed floral character, its pear and green apple flavors still young. It needs a couple of years more to fully blend together.",Millésime L'Exception Brut,,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2005 Millésime L'Exception Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2005-millesime-lexception-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Dopff & Irion 12,White,Australia,"Searching for New World Chardonnay that's restrained, crisp and only 12% abv? Steve Webber at De Bortoli is your man. This medium-bodied Chardonnay displays a hint of custard to its texture, while the flavors are citrus driven and refreshing.",Estate Grown,30,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-estate-grown-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Bortoli 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit mulchy but also displaying power and quality for an under-$10 wine. The nose is initially murky but evolves toward sweet, simple berry fruit. Meanwhile, the palate is ripe, bouncy, lively and solid, with cherry, plum and chocolaty flavors. Slightly big and rubbery but convincing as a whole.",Val Montium,9,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Bodegas Adriá 2008 Val Montium Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-adria-2008-val-montium-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2008,Bodegas Adriá 14,Red,Spain,"Satisfying from the purple color to the sweet bouquet to the clean palate to the long finish. It's a little simple and syrupy, but overall there's plenty of freshening acidity and flavors of plum, berry and chocolate to make it a complete and balanced wine. And that's really all you should hope for in this price category.",Luzon Verde Organic Grapes,9,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2009 Luzon Verde Organic Grapes Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2009-verde-organic-grapes-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2009,Bodegas Luzón 14,Red,Spain,"Another fine Best Buy from a winery that knocks 'em out year after year. This Monastrell-Syrah blend delivers full, rustic aromas of tomato, baked berry and salsa. The palate is saucy and smooth, with blackberry flavors mixed with herbs and tomato. Textured, healthy, snappy and a good partner for full- flavored foods.",Luzon,9,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2009 Luzon Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2009-luzon-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Luzón 11.5,White,Canada,"Hitting the tongue with a slight spritz, this is another elegant, beautifully perfumed Riesling. On the nose, it's billowing with white, waxy floral perfume, honey, fresh apples and a tinge of petrol. The perfume persists on the palate as well, combining with fresh lime juice and notes of slate and wet stone.",Beamsville Bench,15,87,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 2008 Beamsville Bench Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-2008-beamsville-bench-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,2008,Cave Spring 12,White,Portugal,"Brilliantly crisp lemon-flavored wine with vivid herbaceous character, tinged with white fruits and apple skin freshness.",Cape Roca Fisherman,13,87,Lisboa,,,Casca Wines 2009 Cape Roca Fisherman White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-cape-roca-fisherman-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2009,Casca Wines 12,White,France,"Crisp and steely, touched by white perfumes and intense acidity, this is a wine with a sharp blade of flavors that cut through the texture. Apples, citrus and kumquat all blend attractively together.",Réserve,13,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2009 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2009-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Willm 14.4,Red,US,"A very pretty and polished Pinot Noir, soft, silky and delicious, and lovely for drinking now. It shows raspberry, cherry, vanilla and cinnamon flavors, with a kiss of rose petal.",,26,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sebastiani 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sebastiani 16,Red,Italy,"Ripe, jammy aromas of cooked cherry, blackberry tart, cinnamon, mesquite smoke, chocolate fudge and ground clove emerge from the nose of this powerful Amarone Riserva in a very direct and immediate manner. The wine boasts a ripe, succulent style with loads of chewy, syrupy fruit on the long close.",Riserva 1888 Plenum,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Villa Canestrari 2004 Riserva 1888 Plenum (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-canestrari-2004-riserva-1888-plenum-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Villa Canestrari 14.7,Red,US,"This is a little rugged, a little more raw and less concentrated than the other releases from this new Walla Walla winery. The wood sticks out a bit, though it's a very tasty wine with supple red fruit, an soft earthiness, and light suggestions of sandalwood and spice.",Tero Red,24,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2007 Tero Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2007-red-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Red Blend,2007,Tero Estates 12.5,White,France,"Rich and spicy, this is a fine, dry, peppery Pinot Gris. In the mouth there's weight and ripeness, as well as some fat, yellow fruits. There's a touch of lychee as well, giving an exotic edge to the finish.",Pinot Gris Bonheur Convivial,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2006 Pinot Gris Bonheur Convivial Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2006-pinot-gris-bonheur-convivial-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2006,Rieflé 13.1,Red,US,"Not the best Monte Bello to emerge in recent years. There's a sharpness of acidity that cuts the palate, and it accentuates the fresh fruit, giving it a jammy zing. More troubling is an overripe raisiny flavor. This bottling is, of course, one of the most ageable in California, but the inherent imbalance seems to mitigate against long time in the cellar.",California Monte Bello,145,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2007 California Monte Bello Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2007-california-monte-bello-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Ridge 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone usually delivers soft, smooth tannins but Capitel Monte Olmi, on the other hand, exhibits tight, astringent firmness followed by sweet, jammy fruit. Give this wine another five years to soften in the bottle.",Capitel Monte Olmi,90,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2005 Capitel Monte Olmi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2005-capitel-monte-olmi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Tedeschi 13.5,Red,US,"Totally delicious and so easy to like for its soft mouthfeel and luscious upfront fruit. Just wows with raspberries and cherries, with polished tannins, balancing acidity and a touch of smoky oak.",Sandstone,15,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2007 Sandstone Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2007-sandstone-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2007,Wente 13.2,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah. It's very dry and softly tannic, with complex blackberry, black cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors. Could be firmer in structure, but a lovely wine to drink now.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Qupé 2008 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-purisima-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 14.5,Red,Australia,"From a cooler region than its Bin 28 stablemate, Penfolds' 2007 Bin 128 is a medium-bodied Shiraz that features touches of peppery spice, raspberry-cherry fruit and a darker edge of chocolate and coffee. The tannins are supple without being soft, giving this a drinking window that should extend through 2017 or so.",Bin 128,26,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penfolds 2007 Bin 128 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-bin-128-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2007,Penfolds 16,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Amarone shows a meaty, bold, sweet and jammy personality with loads of aromatic intensity. It's almost too much of a good thing with overripe flavors of prune and berry marmalade.",Riserva,44,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Musella 2005 Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2005-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Musella 12.7,White,Australia,"A lively, balanced wine at an accessible price point, Marquee's 2008 Signature Chard boasts aromas of smoke, vanilla and stone fruit and flavors that follow along similar lines, with white peach and pineapple coming to the fore. Drink now–2012.",Signature,15,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Marquee 2008 Signature Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2008-signature-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Marquee ,Red,US,"Lots of wood on the nose, and some scents of pickle that reflect the American oak barrels. The flavors follow along, spicy cranberry and raspberry fruit, with streaks of pickle and wood and a burst of alcoholic heat in the finish. The blend includes 17% Mourvèdre.",Amerique,34,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2006 Amerique Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2006-amerique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2006,McCrea Cellars 13,White,Spain,"The best Paso a Paso white yet; it's ripe and smells of pineapple and melon, while the palate is pure and has a solid feel. Flavors of apple, peach and pithy citrus are honest, and the finish is clean. Delivers what it should and more.",,10,88,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2009 Verdejo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-mancha/,Verdejo,2009,Paso a Paso 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a smooth and rich Amarone with equal parts jammy fruit set against a smokey oak component. The wine slides nicely over the palate with a lavish, velvety texture and imparts more oak spice and mesquite on the close.",Capitel de' Roari,35,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luigi Righetti 2006 Capitel de' Roari (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2006-capitel-roari-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Luigi Righetti 14.5,Red,US,"Thick in tannins, and with a sweet, tart taste of blackberry jam, this Cabernet isn't offering much subtlety now. It feels tough and gritty, a wine with plenty of youthful, primary fruit. Could develop in the bottle. Give it a good decant if you drink now. Tasted twice.",,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Angel 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-angel-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Napa Angel 15.5,Red,Italy,"A 70-30 blend of Corvina and Rondinella, this bright Amarone offers simple but genuine aromas of forest berry, toasted almond, cherry cola and vanilla bean. The wine is smooth, polished and crisp on the close.",Giacomo Montresor,45,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Montresor 2006 Giacomo Montresor (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2006-giacomo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2006,Montresor 15,Red,Italy,"This is a powerful but not exaggerated style of Amarone that delivers ripe cherry and blackberry aromas followed by new leather, cigar box, spice and rum cake. It imparts a very smooth, rich and supple feel.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,50,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2005 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2005-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Monte del Frà 14,Red,Chile,"A bit mulchy and swampy for Manso, with earthy tobacco and generic berry fruit aromas. The palate is flush and a little heavy, with creamy flavors of vanilla, dill weed and cassis. Soft and sweet late, with chunkiness and a medium to basic structure. A very good wine but not great as in past years.",Manso de Velasco Viejas Viñas Old Vines,42,88,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2007 Manso de Velasco Viejas Viñas Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2007-manso-velasco-viejas-vinas-old-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Miguel Torres 13,Red,Portugal,"A stylish wine, with mineral tannins and a dusty texture. It is cool, elegant and with a tight layer of acidity. There's plenty of firm structure, with berries and sweet fruit to finish. Age for 2–3 years.",,10,88,Tejo,,,Falua 2009 Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2009-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Falua 12,Sparkling,France,"A mature, serious wine, showing toasty flavors that are rounding out the fruit. A definite food wine, its richness tempered with a bite of acidity and delicious final crispness.",Cuvée Prestige Brut,30,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Dopff & Irion NV Cuvée Prestige Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-nv-cuvee-prestige-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Dopff & Irion 15,Red,Italy,"Loads of aromatic intensity comes through on the bouquet with lovely layers of ripe cherry, spice, mesquite wood, Indian spice and cola. The oak element is evident here and will integrate with a bit more time in the bottle. In the mouth, this rich, ruby-colored wine offers jammy fruit and soft, velvety texture.",Verjago,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Domìni Veneti 2006 Verjago (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2006-verjago-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Domìni Veneti ,White,Chile,"An interesting and unsual wine for Chile. Hailing from grafted vines originally planted to Chenin Blanc in 1956, this Viognier is superfloral, with oily aromas along with apple blossom, nectarine and apricot. The palate has nice natural acidity and sweet flavors of melon, mango and citrus. A little big and unfocused and sweet, but still intriguing and nicely made.",Visión,13,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Visión Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-vision-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2009,Cono Sur ,Red,Chile,"Bold and spicy, with a lot of cinnamon, licorice and toasty aromas. Quite intense in the mouth, where black cherry, toast and vanilla flavors lead the charge. The finish is tangy and long, with coffee and citrus accents coming along late in the game. Made from whole berries fermented in open-top vats.",20 Barrels,24,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 20 Barrels Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-20-barrels-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cono Sur 16,Red,Italy,"Corte San Benedetto is a small, family run winery and its 2003 Amarone shows ripe notes of black cherry, mesquite, blackberry and soft vanilla. The oak element is evident here; the wine is soft and supple on the close.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte San Benedetto 2003 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-san-benedetto-2003-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Corte San Benedetto 12,White,Portugal,"In a richer style of Vinho Verde but nevertheless retaining plenty of cool, fresh characters. The wine has vivid grapefruit, lime and green apple flavors, rounded out attractively.",Monte Cascas Colheita,16,88,Vinho Verde,,,Casca Wines 2009 Monte Cascas Colheita White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-monte-cascas-colheita-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Casca Wines 14.5,Red,Chile,"A lot of olive and herbs upfront, with cumin and other exotic, arguably unusual aromas. The palate is soft and a little low on structure, but the flavors are big and sweet, almost overripe and syrupy. There's cola, blackberry, coffee and mulchy herbal flavors from start to finish. A big wine that needs to be drunk now; it's not going to get better.",Microterroir de los Lingues,49,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2005 Microterroir de los Lingues Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2005-microterroir-de-los-lingues-carmenere-colchagua-valley-117901/,Carmenère,2005,Casa Silva 11,White,Canada,"Bright orange and pretty white floral aromas meld luxuriously with a sultry petrol undertone on this Niagara Peninsula Riesling. The off-dry palate offers a refreshing shower of lime and sour tangerine flavors accented by earthy heather and slate notes. For such a bargain price, it's hard to beat this beauty.",,12,88,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 2008 Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-2008-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,2008,Cave Spring ,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal, spicy and tart, with fine balance and focus. The fruit trends toward cherry and prune, with an earthy, tannic finish.",Four Vineyards,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2008 Four Vineyards Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2008-four-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Arbor Crest 14.5,Red,Italy,"Il Bugiardo (liar in Italian) is an intense and richly concentrated Ripasso with deep layers of chocolate, mature red fruit, smoke and barbecue sauce. It's a modern, plush rendition with soft, smooth tannins on the close.",Il Bugiardo,30,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Buglioni 2006 Il Bugiardo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buglioni-2006-il-bugiardo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Buglioni ,White,US,"Spice, apple, light peach and a gentle fruitiness characterize this Riesling. There are deeper notes as well, skin phenolics that add texture and earthiness. But fruit is front and center, with crisp acidity right behind it.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Barnard Griffin ,Red,US,"Super smooth and open, this loose and lovely Merlot coats the palate with pretty cherry and raspberry fruit, slathered in tasty milk chocolatey oak. Not a deep wine, but deeply enjoyable, and ready to drink right now.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Barnard Griffin ,Red,US,"Just a single barrel was made, pure Sangiovese from the Candy Mountain Vineyard. Tight, tart and dark, it captures black cherry fruit with black licorice and a whiff of smoke. At this point in time the tannins and acids seem to be fighting it out for control.",,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boudreaux Cellars 2006 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2006-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2006,Boudreaux Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,Villa Novare offers a light and bright expression of Ripasso that ties nicely into Valpolicella tradition where the focus is on balance and elegance. You'll also enjoy the wine's food-friendly qualities such as its medium structure and smooth finish.,Villa Novare,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bertani 2007 Villa Novare (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2007-villa-novare-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Bertani 14,Red,Chile,"Muscular and fruity on the nose, with coffee, mocha and smoky accents. The palate is concentrated and deep, with a jammy mouthfeel and flavors of black fruits, olive, exotic spices and sweetness. Not overly complex but nice in a bullish, black-fruit way. With 13% Carmenère.",Reserva,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2008 Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Koyle 14,Red,Portugal,"The popular Marquês de Borba brand is a soft, ripe, very accessible wine. With a light touch of wood aging, it follows easily through with cherry and red plum fruits, a deliciously mouthwatering aftertaste.",Marquês de Borba,14,88,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Marquês de Borba Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-marques-borba-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,J. Portugal Ramos 16.5,Red,Italy,"Campo Leòn is a jammy, chewy wine with raw notes of black cherry, Indian spice, cedar wood and melted chocolate. It's thick, syrupy and it's hard to imagine a balanced food pairing outside succulent red meat.",Campo Leòn,55,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Latium di Morini 2005 Campo Leòn (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2005-campo-leon-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Latium di Morini 14.5,Red,Spain,"Raisin and other sweet, soft aromas are friendly but don't really bring it. The palate follows suit; it's chubby and jammy, with sweet berry flavors, a touch of raisin and a roasted, candied finish. Very nice and true to the region, albeit on the soft and easy side.",,20,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Heredad Soliterra 2006 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heredad-soliterra-2006-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Heredad Soliterra 14,Red,Italy,"This lively Ripasso opens with distinctive notes of spice, clove and dried tobacco. There is ripe fruit here, mostly plum and prune, and the wine ends with a spicy blast of flavor.",Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena,,Zecchini 2008 Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano (Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zecchini-2008-vigneto-calandra-romagnano-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena/,Corvina,2008,Zecchini 14.4,Red,US,"This blend of all five Bordeaux varieties hails from a smaller, high elevation appellation bridging Sonoma County and Napa Valley. It's jammy and spicy in red fruit, berry and cocoa flavors. Drink now.",Alluvium,30,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2007 Alluvium Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2007-alluvium-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Beringer 14.9,Red,US,"A little on the soft side, but very dry, with smoky oak and blackberry fruit dominating. Feels good and chewy and rich, with interesting herb and spice notes. Will age for a few years, but not for a long time. Give it a good decant.",Claret,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2007 Claret Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2007-claret-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bell ,Red,US,"Tapteil, Ciel and Cara Mia vineyard fruit, a blend of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 28% Cab Franc and 6% Petit Verdot. Young and tight, with the characteristic Cadence chalk and stone undertone. The fruit is pretty strawberry, with a peppery herbal streak, good length and fine balance.",Coda,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2008 Coda Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2008-coda-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Cadence 14.5,Red,Italy,Ripasso Il Vegro offers a rich and meaty bouquet with aromas of cured beef and honey roasted ham. There are also bright fruit tones of cherry and blackberry and the wine adds a crisp touch of sour cranberry at the very end.,Il Vegro,22,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Brigaldara 2007 Il Vegro (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2007-il-vegro-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Brigaldara 13.5,Red,Italy,"Austero is indeed an austere wine with thick intensity and loads of fragrant aromas of spice and ripe cherry. In the mouth, it proves an elegant and perhaps slightly thinner interpretation of Ripasso that would work well with pork or lamb chops.",Austero,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Pietro Zardini 2006 Austero (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2006-austero-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Pietro Zardini 13,White,Spain,"Just sweet and soft enough to temper the wine's more citric, minerally side. Aromas of green pear and melon are basic and welcoming, while the snappy, forward palate is cleansing and fresh. Flavors of green melon, apple, saline and honey scream Rías Baixas.",Peitán,15,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nora 2009 Peitán Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nora-2009-peitan-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Nora 15.5,Red,US,"Rich, soft and fruity, this Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre blend is delightful to drink now. It's totally dry, with interesting berry, cherry, smoked meat, black pepper and sandalwood flavors that are deep and long-lasting.",,28,88,California,California Other,California,Autonom 2007 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autonom-2007-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Autonom 15,Dessert,Spain,"Not a lot of glaring aromas of a sweet wine here; in fact, it's showing fresh tomato, cherry and more dryness on the nose than candy or syrup. The palate is tight and a little clipped, with sweet cassis and reduced black plum flavors. Short on the finish, but good and grabby overall.",Ètim Varema Tardana Negre,27,88,Catalonia,Montsant,,Agricola Falset-Marca 2007 Ètim Varema Tardana Negre Grenache (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-falset-marca-2007-etim-varema-tardana-negre-grenache-montsant/,Grenache,2007,Agricola Falset-Marca 12.5,White,France,"Surprisingly soft for a Riesling, which gives the wine an easy attractiveness. Lively, fresh acidity and green apple and melon flavors follow through to the end, perhaps softened by a sense of the wine being off-dry.",Réserve,24,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2009 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2009-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Gustave Lorentz 14.5,Red,Italy,"Pojega is an expressive and polished Ripasso that shows a united aromatic front composed of spice, mature blackberry, leather and sweet tobacco. It delivers power and intensity but not in a heavy or exaggerated way.",Pojega,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 2007 Pojega (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-2007-pojega-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Guerrieri Rizzardi ,White,US,"Another fine effort in a continuing series of outstanding PGs from Hogue. This is tart and stylish, loaded with citrus and bracingly acidic. Flavors meld lemon, lime, lemon verbena, orange peel and a slice of pear.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2009 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Hogue 14,White,Portugal,"Smooth, lightly oily-textured wine, with a vivid citrus character over the more emollient pear flavors. It has attractive acidity, carrying through the rich texture. It is ready to drink now, but will profit from aging.",Duas Quintas Branco,,88,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2009 Duas Quintas Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2009-duas-quintas-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Ramos-Pinto 14,Red,US,"Upscale and pedigreed, but not showing well now. Too tannic, with an astringent lockdown that accentuates the acidity. Underneath are fine black cherry, cola, pepper and oak flavors. The suggestion is ageability, but the future of this wine is unpredictable no matter what anyone says.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Sonnie's,55,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2008 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Sonnie's Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-sonnies-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Ripasso feels less intense compared to past vintages and offers clean notes of black cherry, ripe blueberry, exotic spice, root beer and dried apple skin. The wine is smooth and supple with light smoke and mesquite on the fade.",Campo San Vito,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Monteleone 2008 Campo San Vito (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2008-campo-san-vito-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Villa Monteleone 15,Red,Italy,"Sweet tobacco and overripe cherry open the nose of this thick, jammy Amarone. The wine exhibits a syrupy, bold mouthfeel with lingering tones of smoke, beef jerky and spice on the finish.",Opere di San Pietro,90,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Girardi 2004 Opere di San Pietro (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-girardi-2004-opere-di-san-pietro-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Villa Girardi 15,Red,Australia,"This medium- to full-bodied Shiraz features a welcoming mix of mulberries and vanilla, overtaken by cedary flavors on the finish, where the fruit turns crisp. A slab of charred steak would match the woody notes nicely. Drink now–2013.",Shotfire,24,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Thorn Clarke 2008 Shotfire Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorn-clarke-2008-shotfire-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,Thorn Clarke 13.5,Red,Italy,"Monte Gradella is an elegant and austere Valpolicella that represents the best of this traditional category of wine. The wine speaks highly of its territory, with aromas of maraschino cherry, cedar smoke and sweet aromas of vanilla bean and espresso. It shows firm, but polished tannins with sweet jammy fruit flavors on the close.",Monte Gradella,29,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Santa Sofia 2006 Monte Gradella (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2006-monte-gradella-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Santa Sofia 14,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Ripasso opens with dark concentration and lush aromas of mature fruit, spice, leather, chocolate and dried beef or cured ham. This is a rich and velvety wine that could stand up to barbecued short ribs smothered in spicy sauce.",Podere Bertarole,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corteforte 2007 Podere Bertarole (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2007-podere-bertarole-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Corteforte 13,Red,France,"The 2007 Les Launes starts off with a harmonious mix of Mexican chocolate, clove, leather and cherry aromas, and the flavors closely mirror them. The wine is mouthfilling yet fresh, and the only quibble is that the flavors fade a bit quickly on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Les Launes,21,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2007 Les Launes (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2007-launes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Delas Frères 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a bit chunkier and less suave than De Bortoli's more expensive estate bottled Shiraz-Viognier, but it's still a very nice wine. Peppery spice marks the nose, while the flavors feature a nice blend of plum with savory notes of coffee and black olives. Drink now–2015.",Gulf Station,20,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Gulf Station Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-gulf-station-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,De Bortoli 14,Red,Italy,"Instead of brawn and muscle, this ruby Ripasso offers elegance and finesse. The nose is redolent of polished black stone, Indian spice and loads of dried cassis and wild berry. There's a playful hint of sweet almond and cinnamon at the end.",Le Quare,16,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Gamba 2007 Le Quare (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2007-le-quare-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Gamba 13,Red,France,"An easily accessible, easy-drinking style of Crozes-Hermitage, Ferraton's 2007 La Matinière displays a lovely balance between clean red fruit (cherries, raspberries), baking spices, cracked pepper and a faintly herbal tinge. Drink it now and over the next few years.",La Matinière,22,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2007 La Matinière (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2007-matiniere-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Ferraton Père et Fils 14,Red,Italy,"Fabiano's newest Ripasso opens with bright cherry aromas followed by spice, clove, black pepper and pressed rose petal. The wine boasts a soft, steady feel in the mouth and relatively smooth texture overall.",,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Fabiano 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Fabiano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Zonin's 2006 Amarone opens with very ripe aromas of raspberry and strawberry jam followed by spice, leather and tobacco. Those raisin and dried fruit flavors appear again on the palate, pushed forward by the wine's thickness and soft sweetness.",,70,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zonin 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Zonin 15,Red,Italy,"There's a distinct note of eucalyptus or dried herb here followed by root beer, red berry fruit, bramble, leather and moist tobacco. The wine is bright and thick on the palate thanks to a twofold delivery of freshness and natural concentration.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,50,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2004 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2004-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Monte del Frà 14.5,White,France,"This is a wine that doesn't mess with niceties, but is right in your face. Intensely perfumed, almost a caricature of Gewürz, this is rich, moving into sweetness, concentrated and very spicy.",Les Terres Blanches,26,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Mittnacht Frères 2009 Les Terres Blanches Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mittnacht-freres-2009-terres-blanches-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Mittnacht Frères 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with mild green, minty aromas that suggest tobacco, Middle Eastern spice and basic black fruit. The palate seizes control with grabby tannins and monolithic but unwavering grape and black-fruit flavors. Hard and tannic especially on the finish, with lingering lemony oak. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Monastrell and Tempranillo.",Conde de Superunda,54,88,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2005 Conde de Superunda Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2005-conde-superunda-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2005,Miguel Torres 14.5,White,Chile,"Pricy for Chilean SB, but clean, good and spunky, with citrus, nettle and bell pepper on the nose. The palate is wet, fresh and snappy, and the flavors exhibit grassiness along with tropical fruit and lime. Cleansing and crisp on the finish, and ready to drink now.",EQ,20,88,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2009 EQ Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2009-eq-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Matetic 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a sweet, rich and pulpy Amarone that offers thick extraction and distinct aromas of candied fruit, cola, leather, tobacco and sweet spice. The wine imparts dense richness and a velvety texture that would pair with aged pecorino cheese.",Crosara de le Strìe,53,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Rugolin 2005 Crosara de le Strìe (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-rugolin-2005-crosara-le-strie-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Corte Rugolin ,Red,Chile,"An impressive Carmenère for the price. The nose is true to the variety, with tobacco, olive, carob and herbal aromas mixing with ripe berry aromas. It's jammy as well as juicy, and the flavors of black cherry, plum and mocha are healthy and bright. Clean and long on the finish.",Visión,14,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 Visión Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-vision-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Cono Sur ,Red,Chile,"A potent powder keg of a PN with floral aromas, black cherry and toasty oak. The palate is textured but angular, with black cherry flavors, toast and acidic tang. Seems like it plays one note for a bit too long to be considered excellent, but it's showing fine vibrancy and potential.",Ocio,55,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 Ocio Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-ocio-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cono Sur 19,Port/Sherry,Australia,"This is an average of 21 years old, making it the rough equivalent of a 20-year-old tawny Port, but in a softer, fruitier style. Brown sugar and baking spices mark the nose, followed by flavors of fig, date, cinnamon and walnut. It's full bodied and richly concentrated, spicy and warming on the finish.",Old Boys Very Old Fine Tawny,37,89,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Old Boys Very Old Fine Tawny Port (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-old-boys-very-old-fine-tawny-port-blend-port-south-eastern/,Port,,De Bortoli 14,Red,Italy,"The Caterina Zardini Valpolicella shows a modern touch with richly textured tannins and loads of bright fruit intensity. Pair this soft, dense wine with steak and pepper sauce.",Caterina Zardini,30,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2008 Caterina Zardini (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2008-caterina-zardini-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Giuseppe Campagnola 14.5,Red,Spain,"Not on a par with the inaugural 2007, but for a rough year this wine brings about as much as it can. The nose is woody, deep, balsamic and herbal, while the body is thick and saturated, with roasted berry, coffee and bitter chocolate flavors. The finish lacks length and character, but it has heft and feel. A commendable effort for a poor vintage.",Almirez,30,89,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2008 Almirez (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2008-almirez-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Teso La Monja 13.5,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged white, rich and creamy as a consequence of the toast. There is also an attractive perfume from the Moscatel in the blend. White fruits, a hint of nutmeg and fresh final acidity.",Branco,18,89,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2009 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de Ventozelo ,Red,US,"A unique and rare varietal expression of this obscure southern Rhône grape, here blended with 20% Syrah. It's tart and racy, somewhat Italian in style, a bit like a young Dolcetto. Cranberry fruit, baking spices, powdered sugar and bitter chocolate notes dot the flavor landscape. It's the strong natural acidity that really sets the wine in motion and keeps the alcohol at bay.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea Cellars 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Counoise (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-other-red-counoise-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Counoise,2008,McCrea Cellars 16.5,Red,Italy,"Monteci's base Amarone delivers better integration of alcohol with strong aromas of black cherry, Indian spice, suede and toasted chestnut. It's a smooth, rich and finely-textured wine with a long, luscious finish.",,32,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monteci 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Monteci 13.5,Red,Spain,"Pretty aromatics that include floral notes, light coffee, berry and cherry are just right, and the mouth is juicy and driving, with slightly astringent acids that propel strawberry, raspberry, vanilla and dill flavors. Smooth on the finish despite the wine's vital acidity, and ready to drink with an array of foods.",Crianza,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Vitoria 2004 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vitoria-2004-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Marqués de Vitoria 13,White,France,"Named after Romanus Albrecht who started the family wine business in 1425, this is a finely perfumed wine, with spice, a rich, soft texture and flavors of pineapple and quince.",Cuvée Romanus,21,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2009 Cuvée Romanus Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2009-cuvee-romanus-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Lucien Albrecht 14.5,Red,Italy,"Farina's sweet-smelling Amarone spends time in large oak casks for additional aromas of spice, leather and toasted walnut. At the core are bright fruit tones of blackberry, cassis and lingering cherry cola that add flavorful accents to what is a smooth and silky mouthfeel overall.",,50,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Farina 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farina-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Farina 15,Red,Italy,"Degani's youthful base Amarone opens with smoky aromas of exotic spice, leather and cured meat. In the mouth, the wine shows loads of luscious, sweet fruit with cinnamon and vanilla highlights.",,48,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Degani 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/degani-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Degani 15,Red,Portugal,"Big, bold wine, with few concessions, this is richly fruity, its ripe fruits bolstered by tannins. The pepper from the alcohol does intrude, giving an overheated feel to what is otherwise a powerful, fruit-driven wine.",Cape Roca Lighthouse,40,89,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2007 Cape Roca Lighthouse Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2007-cape-roca-lighthouse-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casca Wines 14,Red,Chile,"The bouquet of cassis, blackberry and controlled oak is welcoming, while the palate shows a spot of piercing acidity along with snappy black cherry, cassis and light olive flavors. This is a quintessential Chilean Cab with a hint of herbal character but also bold color, power and very good fruit quality.",Los Vascos Reserve,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2008 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2008-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant, streamlined Amarone with sharp notes of cherry, blueberry, exotic spice, toasted almond and cola. It's tight and raw in the mouth with good power and density.",,80,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Albino Armani 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Albino Armani 13.8,Red,Spain,"Big and forceful, with dark, penetrating aromas of oak, cedar, stocky blackberry and spice. The palate is pure and deep, with savory plum, berry, herb, vanilla and tea flavors. Finishes smooth and classy, with a dry, clean ending. Gets it right; a very good Bierzo red for under $20.",Roble,18,89,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad Dom Bueno 2007 Roble Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-dom-bueno-2007-roble-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Abad Dom Bueno 15.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone San Giorgio has shown great improvement over the past few vintages and this expression is redolent of blackberry, spice, leather, mature cherry and Spanish cedar. There's harmony and elegance here, followed by a big, chewy mouthfeel.",San Giorgio,40,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Carlo Boscaini 2005 San Giorgio (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-boscaini-2005-san-giorgio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Carlo Boscaini ,Red,US,"Aromas of prunes and figs introduce a big, thick, chewy Cabernet with plenty of fruit power. Black raspberry, black cherry and black currant fruits swirl through layers of smoky wood. Tannins are quite astringent and drying.",,50,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boudreaux Cellars 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Boudreaux Cellars 11.5,White,Canada,"Released only in exceptional vintages, Cave Spring's Beamsville CSV is a model expression of Canadian Riesling. Perfumed, but not at all cloying, the scent of white, waxy florals and fresh lavender combine effortlessly with notes of honey and petrol on the nose. Florals and petrol persist on the palate as well, melting into sweet white grapefruit juice and a slightly saline, lime pith finish that proves exceptionally refreshing.",CSV,25,89,Ontario,Beamsville Bench,,Cave Spring 2008 CSV Riesling (Beamsville Bench),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-2008-csv-riesling-beamsville-bench/,Riesling,2008,Cave Spring 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Corte Giara offers an informal but very approachable alternative to more austere and muscular interpretations of the wine. This is a smooth, food-friendly blend from Verona with bright aromas of cherry, dried cassis and spice.",Corte Giara,55,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Allegrini 2007 Corte Giara (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2007-corte-giara-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Allegrini ,White,US,"Ripe and luscious, with flavors of pear and peach, this is rather fleshy for Riesling. Moderate acidity and a hint of sugar in the full-bodied finish.",Gamache Vineyard,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boudreaux Cellars 2009 Gamache Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2009-gamache-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Boudreaux Cellars 14,White,Portugal,"Despite its alcohol, this is actually a delicate, stylish, lemon-scented wine. There is an attractive perfume that shines through the oil and mineral texture. A great food wine.",V,13,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2009 V Verdelho (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2009-v-spanish-white-verdelho-alentejano/,Verdelho,2009,Herdade do Esporão 13.5,Red,France,"The Quiot family's Château du Trignon is located in Gigondas, but has holdings in several nearby villages. The 2007 Rasteau is rather fruit driven (cherries and plums), but manages to fold in hints of chocolate, anise and French roast. Supple on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Rasteau,25,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château du Trignon 2007 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2007-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château du Trignon 15.5,Red,Italy,"Capitel della Crosara opens with polished berry nuances as well as cinnamon, ginger, cola and herb. It's a lighter, brighter interpretation of Amarone with a crisp, clean close.",Capitel della Crosara,60,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Montresor 2004 Capitel della Crosara (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2004-capitel-della-crosara-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Montresor 16.5,Red,Italy,"This opulent Amarone goes over the top with high alcohol and incredibly intense aromas of cherry liqueur, white mushroom, exotic spice and A1 steak sauce. Wood flavors of vanilla and toast sit heavy on the palate.",,100,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Montecariano 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecariano-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Montecariano 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens oakier than the younger '05, with coffee, toffee and mocha aromas along with touches of olive and green tobacco. The wine has a full, robust, tannic feel and deep, sweet berry and cassis flavors. Huge, saturated and rocky due to the tannins, but really good. Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Monastrell and Tempranillo is the mix.",Conde de Superunda,54,89,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2004 Conde de Superunda Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2004-conde-superunda-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Miguel Torres 16,Red,Italy,"Here's a base Amarone that shows more balance and elegance than this estate's Riserva expression. Meaty notes of ripe cherry and blackberry jam are matched by lively tones of spice, tobacco and leather.",,37,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Musella 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Musella 15,Red,Italy,"Long aging in oak has helped give this bright Amarone a smoky, spicy feel. There's plenty of ripe fruit here, mostly cherry and blackberry, and the wine offers pretty mineral tones on the close.",,55,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Aldegheri 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Aldegheri 12,Dessert,Chile,"A smooth operator with peach, botrytis and flower-blossom aromas. The palate offers flow and a fine mouthfeel, and the flavors of orange, apricot and mango are fresh and tasty. A thorough late-harvest wine that should elicit a smile.",Late Harvest,14,89,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2007 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2007-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,La Playa 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a very nice Amarone that moves slowly over the palate imparting aromas of red fruit, plum, cinnamon and clove along the way. Only that bitter touch of acidity on the end is slightly out of place.",,40,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,La Giaretta 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,La Giaretta 16,Red,Italy,"This is a tame Amarone that delivers intensity but not too much heft or density, and that ultimately makes this a very food-friendly option. It drinks very well with loads of berry freshness and a soft, velvety finish.",,58,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Rubinelli Vajol 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Rubinelli Vajol 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very different, modern approach to Valpolicella in which this otherwise thin and crisp red blend from northern Italy has been transformed (thanks to careful oak aging) into a rich, modern wine. Lingering tones of black cherry and Indian spice flavor the long finish.",La Bandina,34,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2005 La Bandina (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2005-bandina-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A linear, dry style of Port, structured and assured. It has richness, of course, with flavors of dried fruits, dark black cherries and acidity. Even though it is an LBV, it could certainly age for a few years.",Late Bottled Vintage,26,89,Port,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 15.5,Red,Italy,"Slightly on the jammy and overripe side, this thickly concentrated Amarone offers deep layers of exotic spice, strawberry marmalade, blackberry, tobacco and cedar wood. There's a touch of sweetness in the mouth that is backed by smooth, but thick texture.",Fracastoro,59,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2003 Fracastoro (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2003-fracastoro-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Vigneti Villabella 12,White,US,"A beautiful late release from winemaker Steve Shaw, this multifaceted wine is redolent with white flowers and hints of smoke, stones and slate. Dry, but softened by a touch of white peach and limeade sweetness, the palate is refreshing and floral, but balanced by bracing acidity and a backdrop of petrol, smoke and minerality.",,16,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2007 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2007-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2007,Shaw 17,Port/Sherry,Australia,"Rich and sweet, with raisin and mushroomy notes and a fair bit of rancio character. Long and sticky on the finish.",Grand,40,89,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Seppeltsfield NV Grand Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seppeltsfield-nv-grand-muscat-rutherglen/,Muscat,,Seppeltsfield ,Red,US,"Substantial and tannic, this affordable Cabernet has genuine grip and a fair amount of muscle. The fruit runs to sour cherry and plum; there is also a suggestion of dry earth and black olive. A lovely finish with a kiss of sweet fruit.",Grand Estates,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2008 Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-grand-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Columbia Crest 12.5,White,Australia,"De Bortoli continues to turn out highly restrained Chardonnays from its own Yarra Valley vineyards. This is lean and crisp, with smoke accenting pear and pineapple fruit. Pretty unique among Australian examples, but exemplifying winemaker Steve Webber's approach.",Reserve Release,45,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Reserve Release Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-reserve-release-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Bortoli 14,Red,Italy,"This is thinner and more compact in the mouth than most wines in this category, but it does also offer extremely bring and tonic aromas of white cherry, cassis and dried cranberry. There's a playful touch of berry bitterness on the close that would work with cheesy risotto or pasta.",,17,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,David Sterza 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,David Sterza 14,Red,Chile,"Dense, sweet and burly, with prune, coconut and blackberry on the nose. The palate is lush, chewy and not at all hard, while the flavors of berry, prune and tea are slightly herbal. Full on the finish, with just enough acidity and freshness to keep it moving in the right direction.",Tributo Single Vineyard,20,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2008 Tributo Single Vineyard Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2008-tributo-single-vineyard-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Caliterra 14,Red,Italy,"Rich and steady, with loads of ripe fruit, exotic spice, leather, chocolate and smokey barbecue sauce. This wine does a very nice job of balancing its sweet cherry flavors against warm, oak-driven aromas.",Ca' Camparsi,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 2006 Ca' Camparsi (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-dario-e-fabio-2006-ca-camparsi-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 14.2,Red,US,"Among the heavier, softer and more extracted of the winery's fall offerings. It shows the ripeness and full-bodied richness of the block, with powerful cherry, pomegranate, cola and spice flavors, and is very dry and classically proportioned. But it's not the greatest Riverblock ever. Drink now–2015.",Rochioli Riverblock,78,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Rochioli Riverblock Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-rochioli-riverblock-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a solid, thickly extracted Amarone that opens with sweet aromas of black cherry, vanilla, chocolate fudge and cinnamon stick. Aging in large oak casks has given this wine a soft, supple feel on the close.",La Bastia Ca' de' Rocchi,55,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tinazzi 2005 La Bastia Ca' de' Rocchi (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2005-bastia-ca-rocchi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Tinazzi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty Valpolicella opens with meaty tones of cured beef, cola, teriyaki sauce and mesquite smoke. It's a rich, smooth wine with a polished finish and loads of fruit intensity on the very long fade.",,38,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Roccolo Grassi 2006 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccolo-grassi-2006-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Roccolo Grassi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Roccolo Grassi has produced a beautifully concentrated and oak-aged Valpolicella that shows sophisticated aromas of mature fruit, spice, cola and barbecue sauce. The wine is rich and supple with a long, smooth finish.",,45,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Roccolo Grassi 2005 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccolo-grassi-2005-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Roccolo Grassi 16,Red,Italy,"There's a fresh, buoyant quality to this Amarone that comes across as forest-ripened raspberry and blueberry. Austere aromas of spice, leather and tobacco fill in the background and the wine is dense but not too heavy or thick on the close.",Carnera,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Roncolato 2006 Carnera (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roncolato-2006-carnera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Roncolato 14.8,Red,US,"One of the best values on the market now. Totally delicious in raspberries, cherries and pie spices, and so silky. Lovely tannins, crisp acidity, everything about it is likeable. What a great by-the-glass wine for restaurants.",,19,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Siduri 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 17.5,Red,Italy,"With 17.5% alcohol, this is a big, brawny Amarone that should be paired with an appropriately dense and wintery meat dish (like beef or game stew). The vineyard-designate wine is sweet and very succulent with loads of ripe and candied fruit flavors on the chewy, soft finish.",Vigneto Alto,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommaso Bussola 2005 Vigneto Alto (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2005-vigneto-alto-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Tommaso Bussola 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Il Sestante from the Monte Masua vineyard cru delivers loads of jammy fruit with plush tones of cherry maraschino, blackberry, spice, leather and moist earth. There's a plush organic feel and the wine glides over the palate with sweet, syrupy persistency.",Il Sestante Monte Masua,80,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2006 Il Sestante Monte Masua (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2006-il-sestante-monte-masua-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Tommasi 13.9,Red,US,"A good exemplar of Cabernet grown in this important winegrowing region south of San Francisco. It's a perfect wine to drink now for its dryness, tannic balance and classic blackberry, black currant and raisin flavors.",Saratoga Cuvee,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2006 Saratoga Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2006-saratoga-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Mount Eden Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"A delicious Pinot Noir. Few wines in the world are as rich as this in fruit. Just dazzles with an explosion of raspberries and cherries, so sweet and refined, sprinkled with cinnamon, brown sugar and white pepper. Nothing complicated, but easy to drink now.",Emily's Cuvée,44,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mueller 2008 Emily's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-2008-emilys-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mueller ,Red,US,"Novelty Hill's Merlot includes 6% Cabernet Sauvignon and a splash of Cab Franc; the wine is beautifully proportioned and silky in the mouth. Smooth fruits mix berries with chocolate, all buoyed up on just the right amount of acidity. This is elegant and pretty, more than a powerful wine, but there is plenty of ripe fruit flavor and a pat of buttery toast in the finish.",,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Novelty Hill 14.5,Red,Chile,"Toasty, floral, big and full, with dark-cherry aromas, herbal notes and a touch of astingency. The palate is bold and firm, while the flavors of black cherry, black currant, cocoa and tea are likable and bring only a moderate amount of herbal character. Finishes smooth, rich and chocolaty.",Cuvée,20,89,Rapel Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2008 Cuvée Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2008-cuvee-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Misiones de Rengo 14,Red,France,"A delicious example of Costières de Nîmes, this blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache combines bright raspberry fruit with hints of garrigue for a taste experience that's notable for its complexity. The tannins are supple, while the long finish features hints of chocolate. The review is of the “white label” wine, but the importer claims the wine is identical to that under the Cuvée Elisabeth label.",,12,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine Bahourat 2008 Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bahourat-2008-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Bahourat ,White,US,"A pretty lemon yellow, this organically-grown estate reserve has juicy natural acidity, and tight, tart citrus fruit that zips around lemon, lime, white peach and a hint of pineapple. The barrel flavors are generous but not overblown, and the structure suggests it will keep well for 6–8 years.",Reserve,23,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2009-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Gordon Brothers 13.3,White,US,"A beautiful wine with a spine of steel and trenchant acidity that demands savory, spicy foods. It's brilliantly ripe in mineral-infused Meyer lemon and spicy green melon, and while it's technically dry, has a rich, honeyed sweetness. Entirely unoaked.",Paragon Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Zocker 2009 Paragon Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zocker-2009-paragon-vineyard-gruner-veltliner-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Zocker 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bright berry notes of black cherry and raspberry are followed by cinnamon, clove and dried ginger. It feels smooth, silky and offers softly textured tannins.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zeni 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Zeni 15.7,Red,US,"A really good Zinfandel that not only shows delicious flavors, but a wonderful structure. Smooth and balanced, its briary blackberry and cherry-pie filling, cocoa, licorice, beef jerky and pepper flavors are wrapped into fine tannins. The alcohol is high, but in keeping with the wine's plush opulence.",Old Vines,38,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wild Oak by St. Francis 2007 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-oak-by-st-francis-2007-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Wild Oak by St. Francis 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Di Carlo adds a touch of cinnamon, ginger and ground clove to a bouquet that is already redolent of vanilla and sweet cherry fruit. This is not a meaty or overextracted expression; in fact, it feels compact and bright on the close.",Di Carlo,80,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 2005 Di Carlo (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-lenotti-2005-carlo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant and well-crafted Amarone that reveals itself slowly in the glass with aromas of spice, mature fruit and greenish nuances of forest floor and bramble. You'll taste mature blackberry and cherry on the finish followed by spicy notes of black pepper and clove.",Rocca Sveva,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina di Soave 2006 Rocca Sveva (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2006-rocca-sveva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Cantina di Soave 15.5,Red,Italy,"Le Origini Amarone offers light and elegant touches of cherry, blackberry, prune, plum and mature fruit. This expression is not overripe or jammy, setting it apart. In fact, although there are big fruit flavors in the mouth, they are framed nicely by polished mineral and exotic spice.",Le Origini,70,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bolla 2006 Le Origini (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2006-le-origini-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Bolla 16.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant and tight with a bright cherry bouquet, this well-integrated Amarone shows nice balance between its ripe fruit flavors and its natural acidity. In fact, this is a food-friendly option that would pair with spicy pork or beef and broccoli.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brigaldara 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Brigaldara 14,Red,Italy,"A step far above your standard Valpolicella, this thick, dense and chocolaty wine shows enormous depth and personality. It also delivers beautifully balanced aromas of ripe fruit, exotic spice and leather.",,30,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Marion 2006 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2006-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Marion 15.5,Red,Italy,"Notes of chocolate powder and carob are followed by aromas of crushed mineral, cherry, plum, prune and blackberry jam. This is an elegant Amarone with a very fine and focused personality. The tannins are drying and polished and help offset the chewy succulence of the wine's naturally ripe fruit.",,86,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Marchesi Fumanelli 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-fumanelli-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Marchesi Fumanelli ,Red,US,"Sirocco is 46% Grenache, 31% Mourvèdre, 15% Syrah, 4% Counoise and 4% Cinsault—is anyone else in Washington doing such complex Rhône blends? The model, of course, is Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and this is a worthy New World take on that wine. Still youthful and very spicy, with tight red fruits, firm tannins, and alcohol pushing 15%, it needs more bottle age and/or decanting to smooth out.",Sirocco,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2007 Sirocco Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2007-sirocco-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,McCrea Cellars 15,Red,Italy,"Bursting ripe fruit aromas of cherry, black currant, cassis, plum and prunes are backed by fine mineral tones of slate, granite and loads of exotic spice. You'll taste chocolate, cinnamon, sweet fruit and crushed clove: The wine's extra long finish is powered by smooth, silky tannins.",,39,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Montezovo 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezovo-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Montezovo 13.5,White,France,"Big. ripe and generous, showing some mineral character while also having concentrated apricot, peach and pineapple flavors, leavened with honey and layers of acidity. Like all fine Rieslings, this needs to age. Hold for at least four years.",Les Fossiles,20,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Mittnacht Frères 2009 Les Fossiles Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mittnacht-freres-2009-fossiles-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Mittnacht Frères 14.3,Red,US,"Robust, full bodied and frankly delicious, this is a great value in an upscale Syrah. It's bone dry, but exceptionally rich in blackberry and cherry-pie filling, currant, licorice, bacon, sandalwood and pepper flavors that are deep and long in the finish. Amazing how good it is for the price. A sommelier's dream, but production was only 248 cases.",,19,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 2008 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Novy 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Rich and smooth wine, with a velvet texture despite the strong core of tannins. The wine is solid, dense, full of black plum and chocolate flavors, layered with fine acidity. It could be aged for one to two years, but is ready to drink.",Reserva,15,90,Alentejo,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2008 Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2008-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 14,Red,Spain,"A fresh and appealing style of Rioja with aromas of dried cheese, dill, cedar, tobacco and kirsch. The palate has a pleasing juiciness and layered flavors of cherry, rapsberry and vanilla. Mocha and coffee flavors accent the well-oaked finish, and overall this is pure and kicking, but not too hefty or extracted. Drink now through 2013.",Crianza,20,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baigorri 2005 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baigorri-2005-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Baigorri 15.6,Red,US,"As delicious as a pastry dessert, although it's fully dry, showing chocolate-infused blackberries, raspberries and beef jerky, sprinkled with white pepper and anise. The tannic structure is beautiful on this elegant Syrah.",Stagecoach Vineyard Black Bart,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Black Bart Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-black-bart-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Krupp Brothers 15.2,Red,US,"Not a big, serious wine to earn the big points, just a nice, friendly sipper that is frankly delicious. So clean in acidity, so pure in cherry, raspberry, spice and sandalwood flavors, it's irresistible. Elegant with everything from the perfect burger to an intricate ahi tuna tartare construction.",,34,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2008,Jaffurs 14.3,Red,US,"Defines a coastal style of ripe full bodiedness and bold fruit, although there's a certain generic quality. Offers masses of cherry and blueberry pie, root beer, orange zest, red licorice and pie spices, with a lovely overlay of sweet, smoky oak. Yet could offer a little more individuality and identity. Drink now.",,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,J Vineyards & Winery 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,J Vineyards & Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and smoky aromas of mature fruit, jammy cherry or blackberry and exotic spice characterize the intense bouquet of this powerful Amarone. The wine is succulent, sweet and chewy in the mouth with impressive persistency on the finish. It would make a great pairing partner to pork or lamb.",Rocca Sveva,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina di Soave 2004 Rocca Sveva (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2004-rocca-sveva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Cantina di Soave ,Red,US,"Tight when first opened, with polished fruit flavors of blackberry and cassis, mingling with barrel accents of anise and clove. The alcohol, listed at 13.5%, does not indicate the weight and power of the wine. One caveat—there is a chalky aftertaste from the combination of very dry tannins and citrusy acids.",Champoux & Loess Vineyards Reserve,100,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boudreaux Cellars 2006 Champoux & Loess Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2006-champoux-loess-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Boudreaux Cellars 13,White,Portugal,"Ripe, concentrated, perfumed fruit give this remarkable wine both richness and character. It has pear juice, star fruit and a hint of apricot, made richer by a smooth texture. There is plenty of acidity for a fresh finish.",Monte Cascas,49,90,Ribatejo,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Fernão Pires (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-ribatejo/,Fernão Pires,2008,Casca Wines 13.5,White,Portugal,"Lush yellow fruits shimmy through the toast character of this wine. It is certainly rich and full, but structured with a good dose of acidity. This is ripe, rich, suggesting increasing complexity in the next few years.",Monte Cascas Grande Reserva,41,90,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Grande Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-grande-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Casca Wines 15.1,Red,US,"A wonderful Cabernet, rich and complex, that advances the cause of this inland Santa Barbara Valley for Bordeaux varieties. Tasted against fine Cabs from Napa Valley, it did just fine, with intricate blackberry, cassis and currant flavors. Work needs to be done on the tannins, to give them greater definition, although it's hard to tell if that's a function of the grapes or the barrels.",Estate,43,90,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Vogelzang 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vogelzang-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Vogelzang 14,Red,Italy,"This is a compelling and rich Ripasso that opens with intense aromas of mature fruit, plum, prune, cassis, clove, cardamom and smoked spice or cured ham. There's very nice complexity here the the wine hits the palate with determination and intensity.",,35,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Erbice 2007 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Villa Erbice 14.5,Red,US,"Few Pinots at this price are this nice to drink so soon. The wine is dry and elegant, crisp and silky, offering deep flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola, cinnamon spice and sweet, smoky oak.",Reliz Creek,25,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2007 Reliz Creek Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2007-reliz-creek-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2007,Wente 15,Red,Italy,"The standout feature of this handsome Amarone is the softness of its texture and smoothness of its supple finish. Along the way, however, you will be treated to sweet red-fruit aromas of cassis and blackberry with loads of exotic spice.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Farina 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farina-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Farina 14.5,Red,Portugal,"While the wine is obviously rich, there is a sense of the natural style of Touriga Nacional. The tannins are present, although enveloped by the ripe berry and plum fruits. Touches of dark chocolate go with acidity to finish.",TN,25,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2007 TN Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2007-tn-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Herdade do Esporão 14.5,Red,US,"Made from equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It's quite good and rich, with strong, upfront blackberry, cherry, currant and oak flavors and a dry, spicy finish. The softness mitigates against aging, so drink now–2013. Only 806 cases produced.",Fifty/Fifty,85,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2007 Fifty/Fifty Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-fifty-fifty-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Peju 14.3,White,France,"Full and attractively spicy, this is also elegant even in its richness. There is weighty lychee, Chinese gooseberries and softness rather than sweetness. It feels rich and full in the mouth.",Les Petits Grains,24,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Mittnacht Frères 2009 Les Petits Grains Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mittnacht-freres-2009-petits-grains-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Mittnacht Frères ,Red,US,"This is a gem—40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 30% Cab Franc. Dense, fruity and salty, it also carries concentrated chocolate and coffee flavors, surrounding very rich cassis and black cherry fruits. A superb value.",Red,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),OS Winery 2006 Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2006-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,OS Winery ,Red,US,"The very limited (50 case) Nodland Reserve is all fruit from the excellent McClellan vineyard. A tasty mix of fig, plum and black cherry fruit, it sails on through the mouth, adding layers of coffee, cherry liqueur and dried leaf. Excellent concentration and depth.",Reserve,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Nodland 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Nodland 14.9,Red,US,"You might want to give this young Zin a year or two in the cellar. Right now, it's forward and jammy in berry, cherry, chocolate and spice flavors, and feels a bit heavy and soft. The vineyard interestingly faces west, toward the hottest afternoon sun.",Somers Ranch,34,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2007 Somers Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2007-somers-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dry Creek Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"A little soft and heavy, but dry, with rich, extracted flavors of berry jam, red licorice, milk chocolate and pepper spice. It's a very good, robust Zinfandel for drinking with barbecue and short ribs.",Old Vine,28,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dry Creek Vineyard 16,Red,Italy,"This Amarone opens with very mature and smoky aromas of bresaola, dried blackberry and currants. It imparts sweet, chewy tones in the mouth and offers loads of barbecue spice, cedar and mesquite. This wine would make an obvious pairing partner to meat cooked on a charcoal grill.",Brolo del Figaretto,55,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Corte Figaretto 2006 Brolo del Figaretto (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-figaretto-2006-brolo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2006,Corte Figaretto 14,Red,France,"Full bodied, even a bit chunky in build, this 100% Syrah Côtes du Rhône features blueberry, vanilla and black olive aromas complemented by dense, slightly chewy fruit on the palate. Concentrated and long, if not terribly elegant; pair it with steak or roasts.",Cuvée Shyrus,20,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Fond Croze 2007 Cuvée Shyrus Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fond-croze-2007-cuvee-shyrus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Fond Croze 14.1,White,US,"So dry and racy, so mouthwateringly interesting in citrus fruits, green grass and minerals, it makes you think of all sorts of foods to drink it with. Try with vegetable tempura, smoked meats, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted chicken. Production was more than 4,500 cases.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Beringer 15,Red,US,"One of the spiciest wines of the year, this Syrah is clearly from a cool climate, to judge by its explosive white and black pepper aromas and flavors. It's very dry and full bodied, with powerful blackberry, pepper steak and smoky wood flavors. Give it a good decant before drinking with Santa Maria-style barbecued tri-tip.",,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sobriquet Winery 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobriquet-winery-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Sobriquet Winery 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern Amarone that will appeal to those who like bold, chewy and slightly sweet red wines. Aromas include cinnamon, nutmeg, candied fruit and raspberry jam. This would be a good wine to pair with aged cheeses.",La Bastia Ca' de' Rocchi,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tinazzi 2006 La Bastia Ca' de' Rocchi (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2006-bastia-ca-rocchi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Tinazzi 14.5,Red,Italy,"La Bandina is a bold, oak-driven blend that opens with sweet notes of spice, vanilla, campfire and tons of berry fruit and mature cherry. It tastes plush and rich in the mouth: This is by no means your standard Valpolicella.",La Bandina,34,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2006 La Bandina (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2006-bandina-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 13.5,White,US,"A rich, smooth and spicy Chardonnay, very minerally and crisp, with flavors of wet stone, peach, citrus, white pepper and smoky wood. Feels tight and elegant and complex in the mouth. More food friendly than some of the creamier, sweeter Chards out there.",Arcadia Vineyard,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2008 Arcadia Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2008-arcadia-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 19,Port/Sherry,Australia,"Nicely complex, with elements of rancio combining seamlessly with hints of hickory-smoked nuts, honey and citrus. Shows a bit of warmth on the lingering finish.",Para Grand Tawny,40,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Seppeltsfield NV Para Grand Tawny Port (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seppeltsfield-nv-para-grand-tawny-port-blend-port-barossa-valley/,Port,,Seppeltsfield 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in traditional oak casks, this bright Amarone shows great balance between its natural spice and ripe fruit components. It feels compact and streamlined with loads of berry fruit on the long close.",Podere Le Marognole,45,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Bertarole 2003 Podere Le Marognole (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2003-podere-marognole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Le Bertarole 13.9,White,US,"Brilliant, mouthwatering acidity marks this refreshingly clean wine. It's very ripe, showing pineapple and lemon sour candy, papaya, green melon and vanilla spice flavors. Straddles the border between bone dry and just off-dry, although the honeyed sweetness might not show up officially. Great with Thai, Vietnamese and Asian-fusion fare.",Mark's Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,La Rochelle 2009 Mark's Vineyard Pinot Gris (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2009-marks-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Gris,2009,La Rochelle 14.7,Red,US,"A big, muscular Pinot, in the manner of this vineyard. It's dry but sweetly rich and dense in cherries, black raspberries, mulberries, cola and cedar, with thick tannins. The silky texture and bright acidity make it drinkable now, yet it should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Block A,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Block A Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-block-a-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Rochelle 13,White,France,"Rich and medium dry, presenting considerable freshness as well as spice, tropical fruits and intense acidity. The texture is dense and concentrated, full and fruity, just showing signs of maturity.",Pfingstberg Grand Cru,43,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2006 Pfingstberg Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2006-pfingstberg-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2006,Lucien Albrecht 16,Red,Italy,"Pegrandi is an impressive Amarone that speaks highly of the territory that shaped it. The wine delivers aromas of jammy fruit, cherry, raspberry and blackberry. But there are also sophisticated toast and spice notes that add brightness and personality. Creamy, cheesy risotto would make a perfect pairing match.",Pegrandi,32,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vaona 2006 Pegrandi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaona-2006-pegrandi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Vaona 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Acinatico opens with jammy, ripe fruit aromas and candied fruit followed by cured meat, moist pipe tobacco and beef jerky. It's a big, bold, meaty wine with sweet spice flavors and loads of plump, dense fruit flavors and overall richness.",Acinatico,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2006 Acinatico (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2006-acinatico-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Stefano Accordini 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a full-bodied, richly textured Barossa Shiraz that steers a traditional course. Bold blackberry fruit leads the way, framed by American oak notes of vanilla, coffee and baking spices, even a hint of dill. The tannins are plush, suggesting a drinking window between now and 2015.",Blackwell,35,90,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2007 Blackwell Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2007-blackwell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2007,St Hallett 15.5,Red,Italy,"Dark, thick extraction and an inky, black appearance characterize this powerful Amarone Riserva. It's a chewy, succulent wine that delivers soft tannins and rich flavors of maraschino cherries, blackberry preserves, Indian spice, ground clove, cinnamon, dark chocolate and moist pipe tobacco.",Trionfo Riserva,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Riondo 2005 Trionfo Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-2005-trionfo-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Riondo 15.5,Red,Australia,"Amply endowed at 15.5% abv, this is a full-bodied, rich and velvety example of McLaren Vale Shiraz from winemaker Chris Ringland. The menthol, vanilla and black cherry notes are straightforward but pure, with nothing to distract from the bold fruit and tasty oak. Drink now–2015.",First Class,30,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,R Wines 2007 First Class Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-first-class-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,R Wines 13.7,Red,US,"Very dry, fairly tannic and acidic, with a tart bite that makes the flavors even more austere than they are. But it's a complicated, interesting wine, obviously pedigreed. Shows discrete, elusive black cherry, crushed pepper, mineral and sandalwood flavors that linger. Should develop over the next 3–4 years.",Nielson Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2008 Nielson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-nielson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 13.6,Red,US,"This is a dry Syrah to drink now with upscale fare. It feels classy and important, although it's not a blockbuster. Prefers elegance over power, with firm tannins and acidity framing sour cherry candy, mineral and white pepper flavors. Drink now.",Alisos Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 2008 Alisos Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-alisos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 14.5,Red,Chile,"Purple in color, with big, grapy aromas that fold in meatiness, warmth and power. The palate is a jammy blast of concentrated black fruit, herbs and lighter citrus along the edges. Lush on the back side, and probably more bold and forceful as opposed to refined or elegant. Drink now through 2012.",Corralillo,28,90,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2008 Corralillo Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2008-corralillo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2008,Matetic 15,Red,Italy,"Pasqua presents a very approachable and less extracted Amarone that offers elegance and smoothness instead of bulk and density. Indeed, this is a food-friendly wine with soft tannins that would work wonders next to lamb, beef or pork.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pasqua 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Pasqua ,Red,US,"Malbec is a real success at this pioneering Walla Walla winery, and in 2008 they made two different bottlings. This one is simply labeled Columbia Valley, and the grapes were entirely sourced from Sagemoor vineyard. It's a rich, round, toasty, highly enjoyable wine, with generous amounts of butterscotch and toast from the barrel aging. The fruit is a bit subdued, a mix of sour cherry, raspberry and red currant.",,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Walla Walla Vintners 14,Red,Chile,"A big and meaty Syrah that separates itself from the competition via inviting aromas of blackberry and lemon peel. It's even better in the mouth, where dark, smoky, generous black-fruit flavors rule. Finishes classy, with coffee, chocolate and fig notes. Robust and rewarding Syrah from Chile.",Axel,20,90,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2007 Axel Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2007-axel-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2007,La Playa 16,Red,Italy,"The Octavius Riserva shows the heat of the 2003 vintage in its powerful aromas of cherry liqueur, blackberry jelly and exotic spice. There's a sweet note in the mouth backed by chocolate, tobacco and spice.",Octavius Riserva,150,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Marchesi Fumanelli 2003 Octavius Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-fumanelli-2003-octavius-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Marchesi Fumanelli 14.5,Red,Chile,"A serious Cab with red-fruit disposition, spice notes and earthy, smoky, mossy aromas. The palate is good and aggressive, with cassis, snappy acids, softening butter notes and vanilla. Lighter on the finish, with no excess weight or fat; more driving and jousting rather than lush, heavy or lumpy.",Limited Edition,20,90,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2007 Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2007-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Echeverria 15,Red,Italy,"Sweet spice and brambly notes of forest floor and white mushroom open the nose of this interesting Amarone. You'll appreciate the savory notes that set this wine apart from many of the jammy, over-sweet expressions on the market today.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Giuseppe Lonardi 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a very well-shaped and generous wine with layers of ripe berry, smoke and spice that peel off slowly as the bouquet evolves in the glass. There's a nice, polished mineral note as well; the wine delivers the thickness and overall intensity that is characteristic of Amarone.",,85,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fratta Pasini 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratta-pasini-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Fratta Pasini 15.5,Red,Italy,"With tremendous strength and determination, it's apparent that the heat and power of the 2003 vintage has shaped this masculine interpretation of Amarone. The wine opens with a dark ruby-garnet color and imparts strong aromas of mature cherry, raspberry jam, spice, cinnamon and barbecue smoke.",XX Anni in Due Secoli,70,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2003 XX Anni in Due Secoli (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2003-xx-anni-in-due-secoli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Corteforte ,White,Chile,"Toasty as they come, with all the French oak a wine can take and still smell good. There's also vanilla, melon and baked apple aromas in front of a zesty, clean palate that's packed with salty, ocean-influenced apple, pineapple and citrus flavors. Crisp as a lime on the finish, and that's because it did not go through malolactic fermentation. Drink now.",20 Barrels,,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 20 Barrels Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-20-barrels-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Cono Sur ,White,US,"A complex and compelling mix of citrus rind, pineapple, apple and pear, both in the nose and in the mouth. This gathers strength in the mouth, kicking flavors into a higher gear with juicy acidity. A long, tailing finish has a hint of mint and pepper.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Barnard Griffin ,Red,US,"This is pure Sangiovese, from the estate vineyard. This captures the varietal character nicely, with very pretty cherry and cranberry fruit, high acids, and a bright, accessible style. It tastes like young vines, but shows enormous potential, with a pleasing earthiness to the finish. The first Sangio from Barrister.",Kiona Vineyard,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barrister 2008 Kiona Vineyard Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2008-kiona-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2008,Barrister 17,Dessert,Australia,"One of the most drinkable Tokays is this entry-level offering from Campbells. It's only light amber in color, suggesting its youth, while the fruit comes through as citrus and apricot laced with clove and caramel. It's sweet but not overbearing.",,19,90,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells NV Tokay (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-nv-tokay-rutherglen-105870/,Tokay,,Campbells 17,Dessert,Australia,"Fresh and vibrant, with perfumed, orange-like aromas, this is an excellent introduction to the Rutherglen Muscat style. It's not as full bodied or rich as some versions, but instead shows off the youthful components of the blend, ending with pronounced citrus notes.",,19,90,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells NV Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-nv-muscat-rutherglen-105872/,Muscat,,Campbells 15.5,Red,Italy,"Bonazzi's nicely aged 2004 Amarone offers an elegant and intense experience with well-toned aromas of black cherry, blueberry pie, mesquite and root beer. There's a touch of cherry liqueur on the close with lingering spice and smoke.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bonazzi 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Bonazzi 14.5,Red,Australia,"Surprisingly full bodied and rich for a wine at this price, the 2007 Catapult is at the same time savory in style, with notes of dry cedar, roasted meat, black olive, cracked pepper and fine espresso. Finishes long, with velvety tannins. Best with herbed lamb, simply grilled or roasted. Drink now–2020.",Catapult,20,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 2007 Catapult Shiraz-Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2007-catapult-shiraz-syrah-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Viognier,2007,Wirra Wirra 14.6,Red,US,"With its rose-petaled, dark-red hue, this old-vine Carignan is not for the faint of heart, but delivers to anyone in search of the unusual, with intense tannins and rich red fruit nicely topped with impressive layers of acidity, making it a good wine choice with a range of spicy, multilayered foods. This wine's got some serious bite, especially on the finish, and though already four years in bottle, could age another 3–5 years.",Caballo Blanco Vineyard,32,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Baxter 2006 Caballo Blanco Vineyard Carignan (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2006-caballo-blanco-vineyard-carignan-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Carignan,2006,Baxter 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a leaner, drier, lighter style than most Russian River Pinots, but the elegance and complexity are very attractive. Shows a white pepper and herbal note to the sour cherry candy fruit, and is balanced with perfect acidity. A beautiful wine to accompany, not overwhelm, fine foods. Production was an astounding 109,000 cases.",Estate Vineyards,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2009 Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2009-estate-vineyards-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Rodney Strong 14.4,Red,US,"Unbelievably rich, almost over the top, with ultraripe cherry, blackberry and raspberry flavors and a caramelized brown sugar, pie-filling opulence. Saved at the last minute from simple fruit bombiness by thick, gentle tannins and just in time acidity. Drink now.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,48,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2009 Sierra Mar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-sierra-mar-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 15,Red,Portugal,"A tannic and powerful black berry fruit driven wine, its weight and concentration fitting well with the overall richness. It is a powerful expression, hinting at minerality while enjoying its opulent character.",Duas Quintas Reserva,39,91,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2008 Duas Quintas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2008-duas-quintas-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Ramos-Pinto 13,Red,Spain,"With aromas of moss, balsam wood, baked berry and earth, this is a complex, interesting Rioja that's overdelivering for $20. The palate is lush, soft and easy, but also pure and flavorful as the fruit runs deep and meaty. Finishing notes of licorice, dark spice and lasting berry fruit will make you happy you went here. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,20,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Ramirez de la Piscina 15,Red,Italy,"Aged for eight years in oak cask, this is a magical, meditative wine from the grandfather of Valpolicella tradition. The wine opens with a bright ruby hue with lively aromas of apple skin, white cherry, cranberry and delicate shadings of soft spice, smoke and licorice.",,,91,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Quintarelli 2001 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintarelli-2001-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2001,Quintarelli 14,Red,Australia,"This offering from Mount Langi Ghiran displays trademark Syran notes of leather, roasted meat, cracked pepper and violets, balanced by a foundation of cherry fruit. It's silky in texture and long on the finish, making it an excellent wine and a superb value. Drink it over the next 4–5 years.",Billi Billi,15,91,Victoria,Victoria,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2005 Billi Billi Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2005-billi-billi-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2005,Mount Langi Ghiran ,White,US,"Though varietally labeled, this intriguing white Rhône includes 12% each Marsanne and Grenache Blanc. Rich and satisfying, it brings the buttery density of a ripe Chardonnay, but mixes the fruits for more drama—cantaloupe, apricot, banana, and a bit of papaya. A total yum-fest.",,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2009 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2009,McCrea Cellars ,Red,US,"Big and juicy, this full throttle Grenache screams across the palate with a load of spicy cherry, brambly berry, and bourbon-soaked plum flavors. Tannins are toasty and the finish leaves a pleasingly bitter coffee impression.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2008 Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2008-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,2008,McCrea Cellars 9.8,Red,US,"Very deep, very dark, with high-toned aromatics and dense black cherry and black fruits. Smoke, toast, dark chocolate, mocha flavors all through it. Good length; the volatility is most apparent in the nose, not in the flavors. Exceptional fruit ripeness and depth.",Champoux Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,OS Winery 2007 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2007-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2007,OS Winery 15.5,Red,Italy,"Scarnocchio is a savory, spicy Amarone with aromas of black pepper, cured meat, black fruit and soft leather. Wood-driven flavors of vanilla, cigar box and cinnamon appear on the wine's slight sweet finish.",Scarnocchio,60,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2003 Scarnocchio (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2003-scarnocchio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2003,Monte del Frà 13.4,White,France,"Mineral and stone flavors abound, with perfumed aromas and fruit totally textured by the terroir. White currant fruits are here, built around a firm core and piled with acidity. Will benefit from aging for several more years, but can be enjoyed now.",Rosacker Grand Cru,43,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Mittnacht Frères 2007 Rosacker Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mittnacht-freres-2007-rosacker-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Mittnacht Frères 15.2,Red,US,"Nice, smooth and dry, a small-production bottling of great charm. But needs time to resolve certain difficulties. Tasted in the summer of 2010, it was young and closed down, unyielding. But the lush texture and generous core of mooshu plum sauce, blackberries, licorice, pepper and sandalwood seems just waiting to bust out. Best mid-2011 and for a couple years afterward.",Donna's,36,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2009 Donna's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2009-donnas-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Melville ,Red,Chile,"This new wine from the Limarí Valley is a head-turner. The color is black but it's not overweight or overdone. The nose has mild animal and leather notes along with savory blackberry, and the palate is full of boysenberry, dark plum, licorice, pepper, chocolate and espresso. Long and lingering, with thick legs. Drink now through 2011.",20 Barrels,24,91,Limarí Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 20 Barrels Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-20-barrels-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2008,Cono Sur 14.5,Red,Chile,"Smoky and smooth up front, with bacon, rubber and pure black-fruit aromas. The palate is equally pure and deep, with lush blackberry, cassis, tannins and proper balance. Spicy and tasting of licorice on the finish, with an overall appeal that justifies its price. Excellent Chilean Cabernet that can compete with Napa and elsewhere. Drink now through 2015.",Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block: Las Terrazas,38,91,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block: Las Terrazas Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-terrunyo-vineyard-selection-block-las-terrazas-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Concha y Toro 15.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone Vigneti di Osan opens with sweet aromas of mature fruit, vanilla, cinnamon and ground ginger followed by more austere tones of leather, cigar box and Spanish cedar. The wine is soft and smooth with enormous richness on the close.",Vigneti di Osan,70,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2003 Vigneti di Osan (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2003-vigneti-osan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Corteforte 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A wine that blends intense acidity with a rich and dense texture to give a fruit and mineral driven wine. The flavors come from plums, taut tannins to create a wine that is firmly structured as well as concentrated.",Monte Cascas Reserva,24,91,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casca Wines 15,Red,Italy,"There is a ripe, jammy element to this dark, concentrated Amarone but beyond that, this wine offers huge aromatic intensity and loads of personality. It is redolent of black spice and mature blackberry, and the mouthfeel is rich, chewy and long-lasting.",Colle Cristi Ca' del Pipa,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Castellani Michele & Figli 2005 Colle Cristi Ca' del Pipa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-michele-figli-2005-colle-cristi-ca-pipa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Castellani Michele & Figli ,White,US,"This could be called the signature white for Barnard Griffin, for it always delivers astonishing flavor for the modest price. A small percentage of Sémillon is in the blend, but the sappy, spicy, penetrating herbaceousness of Sauvignon Blanc is showcased, not disguised. Done in a Sancerre-like style, under 13% alcohol, this is a gorgeous food wine, but you may just want to sip on it all by itself.",,9,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2009 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2009-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-wa/,Fumé Blanc,2009,Barnard Griffin ,Red,US,"A precise and penetrating mix of black cherry fruit, cut tobacco, and blended barrel notes that mix in streaks of clove, cinnamon, coffee and bitter chocolate, this wine has the structure and depth to age gracefully for another 6–8 years.",Reserve,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2007 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2007-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Barnard Griffin 16.5,Red,Italy,"Antolini is an Amarone producer to watch. This clean and elegant expression shows power and determination that is skillfully played off feminine aromas of wild raspberry and sweet spice. The wine is full and generous on the palate with a long, berry-driven finish.",Morópio,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2006 Morópio (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2006-moropio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Antolini 17,Red,Italy,"Ca' Coato opens with a very inviting bouquet of sweet spice, vanilla, nutmeg and dried ginger followed by luscious wild berry and cherry. The 17% alcohol is high, but integrated, and although the wine is powerful and determined, it won't burn your palate if paired with a hearty meat dish.",Ca' Coato,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2006 Ca' Coato (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2006-ca-coato-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Antolini ,Red,US,"The Hellion is three-quarters Primitivo and the rest Petite Sirah, sourced from a pair of excellent Washington vineyards. An explosion of ripe berries, it coats the palate with effusive fruit, but retains a balance and structure that includes details of spice, espresso, and bitter chocolate. Really well done, and an exceptional value.",The Hellion Red,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2008 The Hellion Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2008-hellion-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Angel Vine 14.1,White,US,"The 14% Sauv Blanc really brightens up the Sémillon. Round and fruit driven, barrel fermented in neutral oak, broad and delightfully fruity and open; the flavors mix Satsuma orange, some citrus rind, a bit of peach and buoyant acidity. A very accessible and immediately delicious wine.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2009 Sémillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2009-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,2009,Amavi 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark as night, with mildly leafy, herbal, varietally appropriate aromas of olive, earth, tea and black fruits. The palate is big but nicely chiseled, with good acidity and tannic support for roasted berry, plum, fig and peppery flavors. A smooth, correct high-end Carmenère. Drink now through 2013.",Herencia,90,91,Peumo,,,Santa Carolina 2007 Herencia Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2007-herencia-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2007,Santa Carolina 14.2,Red,US,"This blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot includes fruit from five Walla Walla Valley vineyards. It shows plenty of muscle and bigger, rounder fruit than the single-vineyard Cabernet from Tero. Loaded with lush cherry and plum flavor, with a milk chocolate accent, it's very appealing, nicely balanced and lingering.",Walla Walla Valley,42,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2007 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2007-walla-walla-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tero Estates 13.7,Red,US,"This is 100% estate Merlot from the original 1981 planting. It's very tight, and immediately showing a lot of barrel flavor, including some spicy pickle accents. The wine has excellent balance, with a firmness that is almost Cabernet like. Smooth, polished, cranberry and cherry fruit is threaded with black olive and red licorice.",Herb's Block Windrow Vineyards,38,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2007 Herb's Block Windrow Vineyards Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2007-herbs-block-windrow-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Merlot,2007,Tero Estates 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is a focused, pristine Amarone that ends with firm tannins and a velvety mouthfeel. It is redolent of red cherry, coffee, road pavement, leather and licorice. You could imagine a successful pairing with soft osso buco cooked on the bone.",,120,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Monte dall'Ora 13.5,Red,Chile,"This wine has a great track record and the 2006 is staunch and ready to go, with shoe polish, licorice nib, sandalwood and spice aromas to go with big black-fruit scents. The palate is smooth and easy, with blackberry, fig, tobacco and herbal flavors. Cedary and woody late, with some mocha. Still flush and healthy more than four years removed from harvest; drink now through 2012.",Orzada,20,91,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2006 Orzada Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2006-orzada-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2006,Odfjell 15.5,Red,Italy,"Campedel is a smokey and sophisticated Amarone from Gamba that opens with saturated tones of black cherry, leather, pipe tobacco and dark chocolate. It's a fine, wood-aged expression that shows plushness and richness in the mouth.",Campedel,60,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Gamba 2005 Campedel (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2005-campedel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Gamba ,Red,US,"Most of the grapes come from this cool-climate growing area, giving the wine a peppery aroma and flavor. The winemaker included 15% Syrah from the warmer home ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley. A good choice, as that adds a fat, soft richness. Finishes fully dry, firm in acidity and finely tannic, with ripe flavors of blackberries. Drink now.",Limited Selection,42,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2007 Limited Selection Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2007-limited-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2007,Gainey 15,Red,Italy,"The hot vintage and careful oak aging have helped shape this plump, ripe, jammy and sophisticated Amarone. The wine's aromatic intensity is carried forth by bright aromas of blackberry, clove, leather, crushed peppercorn and crushed mineral.",Monte Fante Riserva,85,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Remo Farina 2003 Monte Fante Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2003-monte-fante-riserva-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-103598/,Corvina,2003,Remo Farina 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The Reynolds family has been in Portugal since the 19th century and also owns the legendary Mouchão wine estate in Alentejo. This wine, homage to Julian Reynold's mother is a dark, brooding complex wine, packed with blackberry acidity and a solid backbone of tannin.",Gloria Reynolds,,91,Alentejano,,,Julian Reynolds 2004 Gloria Reynolds Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julian-reynolds-2004-gloria-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Julian Reynolds 14,Red,Portugal,"An impressive, serious wine that shows great ripe fruits, concentrated tannins and a solid edge of wood aging. It is finely structured, its richness not taking away from its balance, although it certainly is no wimp. Enjoy with hearty meals.",Marquês de Borba Reserva,70,91,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2008 Marquês de Borba Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2008-marques-borba-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,J. Portugal Ramos ,Red,US,"Gordon Brothers Tradition is a reserve made only in select vintages. In 2007 everything comes together, creating a wine with genuine elegance and grace. The fruit blends blackberry, cassis, plum and black cherry; all dusted with barrel spice and finished with a toasty shell. The tannins are supple and fine, and the balance impeccable. Give this another 6–8 years in the cellar if possible.",Tradition Red,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2007 Tradition Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2007-tradition-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Gordon Brothers 15.5,Red,Italy,"A distinctly sweet, or chewy element distinguishes this Amarone and carries forth aromatically as Christmas spice, jammy fruit and mature blackberry. There is complexity as well thanks to the pretty background shadings of clove, mesquite and tobacco.",Cinque Stelle Ca' del Pipa,95,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Castellani Michele & Figli 2006 Cinque Stelle Ca' del Pipa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-michele-figli-2006-cinque-stelle-ca-pipa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Castellani Michele & Figli 16,Red,Italy,"Thick oak and spice aromas emerge from the bouquet, slowly revealing a solid base of cherry fruit, blackberry and prune. This is a rich and very extracted, dark and chewy wine with an impressively long finish.",Casa dei Bepi,95,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Viviani 2004 Casa dei Bepi (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2004-casa-bepi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Viviani 16,Red,Italy,"Lorenzo Begali's base Amarone delivers warm spice notes, mature fruit and a touch of smoked jerky or bresaola. It's an earthy, rich wine with generous density and loads of lingering clove and pepper on the close.",,45,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Begali 13,White,France,"The extra richness of a Grand Cru shows well in this wine. The texture is intense, with some good concentrated green and white fruit flavors supplemented by minerality, steel, structure and a taut, vibrant finish.",Schoenenbourg Grand Cru,37,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2004 Schoenenbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2004-schoenenbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Dopff & Irion 14.2,Red,US,"Lush and smooth, this is a Cabernet to drink now for its fantastic depth and captivating deliciousness. It's dry and tannic, with major flavors of blackberries, blueberries, currants and cassis, framed in smoky oak. Feels important and classy all the way, although it could use just a bit more acid bite for complete balance.",Tomahawk Vineyard,115,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2007 Tomahawk Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2007-tomahawk-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chimney Rock 14,White,France,"A smoothly rich wine, dry but rounded with tropical peach and apricot flavors that roll off the tongue. There's a smoky character, while the acidity only shows through in the aftertaste. Richness pervades throughout.",Clos Rebberg Aix Vignes,44,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2005 Clos Rebberg Aix Vignes Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2005-clos-rebberg-aix-vignes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Marc Kreydenweiss 14.3,White,US,"As always, Beringer's Alluvium blend is a complex white wine, meant to pair with good food. The '08 is comprised of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Chardonnay and Viognier. It's fruity, crisp and dry.",Alluvium Blanc,17,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2008 Alluvium Blanc Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2008-alluvium-blanc-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2008,Beringer 13,White,France,"Classic, soft, easy and broad Pinot Blanc. There is an attractive buttery character to go with the peach and lime flavors. The wine is ripe, with pure fruit and a final tang of acidity.",Terre d'Etoiles,18,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Mittnacht Frères 2009 Terre d'Etoiles Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mittnacht-freres-2009-terre-detoiles-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Mittnacht Frères 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with common Carmenère aromas such as herbal red fruits, olive paste, balsamic vinegar and berry jam. The palate is fairly lush and full, with sweet, spicy, herbal flavors along with dark berry and bramble. Sweet, toasty, herbal and licorice-laden on the finish.",Queulat Gran Reserva,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2008 Queulat Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2008-queulat-gran-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Ventisquero 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a clean and polished nature to this pretty Ripasso that delivers aromas of bright red berry, raspberry, cola, leather, tar and a touch of white pepper. It's equally toned and simple in the mouth with good persistency without the chunky consistency.",Solane,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Santi 2007 Solane (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2007-solane-italian-red-corvina-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Santi 15.2,Red,US,"Held back for four years, this Merlot is fully drinkable now. It's a lush, fancy wine whose rich cherry, currant, cocoa, red licorice, spice and sandalwood flavors are enhanced by finely ground mountain tannins. The vineyard is high up on Atlas Peak.",Stagecoach Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2006 Stagecoach Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2006-stagecoach-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Krupp Brothers 13.5,Red,US,"Shows the classy elegance of all Qupe's Syrahs, although it's thinner and rougher than the more expensive bottlings. Still, for the price, this wine is nicely dry and intricate in blackberry and crushed pepper flavors.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Qupé 2008 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 13,White,US,"Though richly perfumed with rose petals and elderflower, the flowery aromatics are reined in by bright lemon and citrus peel notes. The palate is plush and rich with flavors evocative of earl grey tea served with rose petal jam, with a gentle acidity to keep things fresh.",,17,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Atwater ,Red,US,"An honest effort that tastes as the these varieties should taste. Light red-fruit flavors suggest brambly berries and cranberries with an undertone of forest floor and wild mushroom. Acids taste natural, tannins are proportional, and the mouthfeel is charmingly Bordeaux-like.",Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2008 Two Vines Merlot-Cabernet (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-two-vines-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-other/,Merlot-Cabernet,2008,Columbia Crest 14.1,Red,US,"Good price for a Cabernet of this quality, and one that's been aged for four-plus years. It's soft and mellow and drinkable now, with enjoyable blackberry, currant, licorice, spice and cedar flavors.",Kiara Private Reserve,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Le Vigne 2006 Kiara Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-2006-kiara-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Le Vigne 13.9,Red,US,"Rather heavy in texture, a big, full-bodied and tannic Pinot that seems overly extracted and oaky. The vintage was very difficult due to early September heat waves, and everything depended on exquisite timing. It's very good, despite the rusticity. Drink now through 2012.",Coastlands Vineyard,72,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2008 Coastlands Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-coastlands-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 15,Red,Italy,"This is a curious Amarone with a distinct nose of root beer, toasted almond and medicine cabinet. It delivers a well-toned, mellow close with soft tannins and more cherry cola flavors on the finish.",,55,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-lenotti-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 13,Red,Italy,"From the Valpantena subzone of Valpolicella, this is a well-balanced and easy-going Ripasso that opens with bright aromas of wild berry, forest floor, exotic spice and leather. It has a compact but fresh mouthfeel and would pair with a medium intensity meat dish such as rolled veal involtini with cheese and sage.",Secco Bertani,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena,,Bertani 2007 Secco Bertani (Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2007-secco-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena/,Corvina,2007,Bertani 14.6,Red,US,"Here's a soft, fruity and sweet Cabernet, rich and spicy in raspberry, cherry and blackberry jam. Lots of new oak adds smoky vanilla and caramel notes. It's delicious, but pretty direct, lacking some complexity and structure.",Talianna,70,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2007 Talianna Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2007-talianna-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Bell 14,Red,France,"Wines from Plan de Dieu are rarely seen in the U.S., but this is an attractive offering from the Quiot family's holdings in that region. It's dark in profile, with aromas and flavors that veer from black cherry toward black olive and coffee. It's medium bodied, with some fine, slightly dusty tannins on the finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Plan de Dieu,19,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château du Trignon 2007 Plan de Dieu Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2007-plan-dieu-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château du Trignon 14,Red,Spain,"Fiery to start, with spice and herbal fruit aromas. The palate is juicy, lively and healthy in feel, with berry, plum and spice flavors. Finishes herbal and a little leafy, and there's not as much stuffing as you'd expect for a Toro red. On the plus side, it's manageable and not overweight.",,18,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Campiña 2008 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campina-2008-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2008,Campiña 14,Red,Italy,"Roberto Mazzi's family has produced a spicy and thick vineyard-designate Valpolicella with lush tones of mature fruit followed by toasted nut and old leather. Crisp berry tones, a thin mouthfeel and fresh acidity are framed against a background of ripe berry fruit.",Vigneto Poiega,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Mazzi 2006 Vigneto Poiega (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzi-2006-vigneto-poiega-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Mazzi 16,Red,Italy,"This Ripasso will appeal to those who enjoy a bold, meaty style of wine. Definitely a solid choice for grilled steak, there are bold aromas of cured beef, spice, mature fruit and old leather.",Costa delle Corone Tenazio,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monteci 2005 Costa delle Corone Tenazio (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2005-costa-delle-corone-tenazio-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2005,Monteci 13.4,White,France,"A blend of Pinot Blanc and Auxerrois created to go with Japanese food, Gyotaku is a soft, easy wine, very balanced and harmonious, with just a light hint of sweetness and spice. Definitely a wine for sushi. Screw cap.",Cuvée Gyotaku,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Mittnacht Frères 2009 Cuvée Gyotaku White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mittnacht-freres-2009-cuvee-gyotaku-white-alsace/,White Blend,2009,Mittnacht Frères 525,White,US,"A solid Chardonnay, dry, oaky and rich, with nice, crisp acidity. Satisfies for its creamy wealth of pinapples, limes, pears and minerals.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Foppiano 14,Red,Italy,"La Dama offers a subdued and elegant Ripasso with soft layers of ripe cherry, blackberry, Indian spice, clove, nutmeg and touches of moist pipe tobacco. The feel it imparts in the mouth is soft, fine and bright. In fact, the wine offers enough natural freshness to pair with cheesy lasagna or oven roasted pasta.",,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,La Dama 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-dama-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,La Dama 13.5,White,France,"Big, fat Pinot Gris, with the typical spice and ripe fruit. The wine is full and round, attractively filled with peach fruits and a hint of fine acidity. Screw cap.",Réserve,24,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2009 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2009-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Gustave Lorentz 14.3,Red,US,"Pretty and polished, an elegant, lighter style Pinot Noir to drink now with rich pork, lamb and beef dishes or grilled salmon. It's silky and satiny, with pleasant wild strawberry, cherry, red currant, licorice, cola and cedar flavors.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,J Vineyards & Winery 11.5,White,US,"The nose on Keuka Lake's Evergreen Lek Vineyard is wonderfully intriguing with dark notes of smoke, petrol and brine accented by hits of ripe, yellow peach. Dry on the palate with nuances of dark steel, smoke and orange peel, this medium-bodied Riesling is brightened by a flash of fresh orange acidity and sweet grapefruit pith on the finish.",Evergreen Lek Vineyard Dry,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2008 Evergreen Lek Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2008-evergreen-lek-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Keuka Lake Vineyards 10.5,White,US,"Pretty orange blossom and yellow peach aromas against a backdrop of petrol make this “gently dry,” light-bodied Riesling a classic expression of the grape. Lots of ripe stonefruit and florals shower the palate, leading to a persistent finish marked with vibrant acidity and a bright lime skin finish.",Keuka Lec Reserve Gently Dry,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2007 Keuka Lec Reserve Gently Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2007-lec-reserve-gently-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2007,Keuka Lake Vineyards 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Something of a disappointment in this vintage, a wine that has an awkward bitter character. The wine is fine enough, with rich berry fruits, but misses the style of previous vintages.",Esporão Reserva,25,87,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2008 Esporão Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2008-esporao-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade do Esporão 13.5,Red,Chile,"With honest PN aromas of cherry, rhubarb, currant and spice, this registers as something Pinot drinkers can relate to. There's modest weight and good acidity, with spicy, tea-influenced flavors of plum and raspberry. Dry with some cocoa on the finish. Surprisingly nice for a $9 Chilean Pinot.",Reserva,9,87,Central Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Luis Felipe Edwards 13,White,France,"Intensely perfumed and very spicy, with a core of dryness in the richness. The wine feels weighty, with some pepper, honey and sweet fruits; very full in the mouth.",Réserve,22,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2009 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2009-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Lucien Albrecht 13.5,Red,Italy,"What helps make this Ripasso stand out in a crowd are its polished mineral notes of slate and crushed stone. Those drying aromas are followed by wild blueberry and light spice. The close is bright and fresh, albeit simple.",,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Luciana Cordioli 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciana-cordioli-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Luciana Cordioli 14.5,Red,Italy,"Campo Prognài is a gracefully oak-aged Valpolicella Superiore that shows surprising density and persistency with lively aromas of cherry, blackberry, toasted almond and exotic spice. Pair this wine with roasted chicken or meatloaf.",Campo Prognài,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Latium di Morini 2006 Campo Prognài (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2006-campo-prognai-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Latium di Morini ,White,France,"Ripe and soft, shot through with some minerality, this has attractive honey and green apple flavors, touching on almond. The aftertaste keeps the softness, but adds good, fresh acidity.",Pinot Blanc Bonheur Convivial,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2006 Pinot Blanc Bonheur Convivial Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2006-pinot-blanc-bonheur-convivial-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2006,Rieflé ,White,France,"Gewürz is always the easiest of grapes to spot, and this wine has all the right varietal characteristics—the floral character, the lychee flavors and the surprising pink grapefruit and sugary acidity. It is not sweet, but is definitely rich.",,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2005 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2005-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Rieflé 13.5,White,US,"Concentrated aromas of lychee, rose petals and black tea leaves perfume this delicious golden yellow wine. The palate is dry, but with just a touch of pink grapefruit softness. Although full and rich in the mouth, balanced acidity and a spiced, grapefruit pith finish keeps the wine from getting flabby.",,19,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Standing Stone 13,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored Valpolicella opens with bursting tones of red cherry and blackberry with nice spice and toasted almond accents. The mouthfeel is not too rich or bold, but the wine does deliver pretty flavors of jammy fruit and pressed violet.",Vigneti di Montegradella,14,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Sartori 2005 Vigneti di Montegradella (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2005-vigneti-montegradella-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2005,Sartori 13,Red,Italy,"Compared to the 2003 vintage, the fruit is slightly more vibrant and polished here. There's also a slightly green note of herb or dill that we didn't notice in the past. The mouthfeel is, however, bright, crisp and refreshingly informal.",I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano,27,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Sartori 2004 I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2004-i-saltari-le-vigne-turano-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2004,Sartori 13.5,Red,Italy,There's a deep smoky element here that is offset by bright tones of cherry and blackberry. This is a wine that would pair beautifully at an outdoor barbecue with hamburgers and baby back ribs.,,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corte Lenguin 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-lenguin-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Corte Lenguin 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a light and streamlined Ripasso that offers the elegance of Valpolicella with the power and intensity of this traditional school of winemaking. The wine delivers interesting aromas of black fruit, cola and resin but there's also a touch of green olive or caper at the back.",Acini Ameni,34,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore,,Corte Figaretto 2008 Acini Ameni (Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-figaretto-2008-acini-ameni-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Corte Figaretto ,White,Chile,"A classic whiff of green bell peppery meets the nose along with passion fruit and honeyed aromas. The palate is fresh but has some weight, a possible reflection of the use of American Davis clones, which produce fatter wines than French clones. Beyond that look for melon, nectarine and tropical primary and finishing flavors.",Visión,13,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Visión Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-vision-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cono Sur 13,White,France,"This feels light and rather dilute. It has varietal pepper and some spice, but the main effect is one of acidity, crispness and freshness. The lychee tropical fruit element is underplayed in favor of crispness. It should certainly work with food.",Les Maquisards,25,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2004 Les Maquisards Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2004-maquisards-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Dopff & Irion 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied, lush and slightly liquorous in style, the 2008 Footbolt is also packed with peppery, slightly herbal blackberry fruit. There's also a hint of menthol. Drink it over the next 12 months.",The Footbolt,19,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Footbolt Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-the-footbolt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,D'Arenberg 14.5,Red,Australia,"Named for the practice of aging the Shiraz on Chardonnay lees, Gemtree's 2007 White Lees features plenty of plummy fruit and vanilla oak, with enough savoriness to keep it in check. It's a full-bodied effort with soft tannins and a slightly warming finish. Drink now.",White Lees,32,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2007 White Lees Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2007-white-lees-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Gemtree 13.2,White,US,"A good, everyday Chard. It's sweet in caramelly oak, vanilla, buttered toast, pineapple jam and butterscotch flavors, with just in time acidity to make it finish clean and brisk.",,26,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Frog's Leap 14.1,White,US,"At the age of five-plus, this 100% Sauvignon Blanc is showing some mileage. It's losing freshness, with dried pineapple, apricot and peach flavors emerging, and an edge of cashews and dried herbs. Yet it remains lively and clean. If you're unfamiliar with an older Sauvignon Blanc, try it. Fully ready now.",Hunnysuckle,34,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Fiddlehead 2005 Hunnysuckle Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-2005-hunnysuckle-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fiddlehead 13.5,Red,US,"A lighter style Pinot made to drink now, and the price makes it a good value. It's elegant and silky, with nice raspberry, cola and cherry flavors. Production was 50,000 cases, making it easy to find.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a sweet, inviting aspect to the nose here that recalls Christmas spice, nutmeg, rum cake and mature blackberry. The wine feels compact and firm on the close and would pair with roasted ham with clove under the skin.",Campedel,18,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Gamba 2007 Campedel (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2007-campedel-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Gamba ,White,France,"Rieflé is one of the rare Alsace producers who indicates the sweetness and richness levels of their wine. This wine rates a level just below the median of the chart, a fair assessment of the medium-sweet taste, emphasizing the richness of the grape and giving flavors of lychee and spice.",,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2005 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Rieflé 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a cheerful vineyard-designate Valpolicella that would make a perfect partner to easy pasta or take-out pizza. The wine opens with zesty fruit and clean aromas of blueberry, raspberry and spice. The mouthfeel is compact and crisp with medium density.",I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Sartori 2003 I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2003-i-saltari-le-vigne-turano-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2003,Sartori 16,Red,Italy,"There's a crisp, pointed note of fresh fruit and red apple that gives this dense Amarone a bright and buoyant feel. The wine shows spicy tones of black pepper and spice with loads of berry fruit and currants at the back.",Colline di Moron Rabieto,,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Salgari 2005 Colline di Moron Rabieto (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salgari-2005-colline-moron-rabieto-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Salgari 13.5,White,US,"Dry and acidic, this Sauvignon Blanc has flavors of citrus fruits, apricots, green grass, vanilla, buttered toast and white pepper. It's quite a good wine, if a little expensive.",,32,87,California,Napa,St. Helena,Joseph Phelps 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Joseph Phelps 14,Red,Portugal,"The typical burly character of Trincadeira is evident here. It is smoothed by wood aging and given extra richness with the powerful berry fruits and dark tannins. An attractive, early drinking, juicy wine.",Vila Santa,20,87,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Vila Santa Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-vila-santa-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2009,J. Portugal Ramos 16,Red,Italy,"Here's a spicy, hot Valpolicella Superiore (the alcohol can be felt) that opens with mature notes of prune, blackberry and syrupy cassis. There's a touch of toasted almond and the mouthfeel picks up speed and intensity thanks to its long fruity flavors.",Morari Torre d'Orti,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Cavalchina 2008 Morari Torre d'Orti (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalchina-2008-morari-torre-dorti-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Cavalchina 15,Red,Italy,"Corvina, along with smaller percentages of Rondinella and Molinara, is the base for this meaty expression of Ripasso. Aromas here include raw cherry, blackberry tart, dark vanilla bean and barbecue spice.",Monterè Cà de' Rocchi,14,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tinazzi 2007 Monterè Cà de' Rocchi (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2007-montere-ca-rocchi-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Tinazzi ,Red,US,"The Howling Wolfe Zinfandel is a bowl of berries and chocolate, soft in the mouth, full across the palate, and ready for near-term drinking.",Howling Wolfe,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Thurston Wolfe 2008 Howling Wolfe Zinfandel (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2008-howling-zinfandel-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Zinfandel,2008,Thurston Wolfe ,Red,US,"Here is a full-bodied, somewhat rustic, ripe, slightly pruny red blend. It's a unique effort—34% Primitivo, 30% Lemberger, 22% Syrah, 10% Petite Sirah and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon. Made into a broad, fruity, soft and lightly chocolaty red, it's a perfect wine for pizza, picnics and parties.",Dr. Wolfe's Family Red,16,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2008 Dr. Wolfe's Family Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2008-dr-wolfes-family-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Thurston Wolfe 14.5,Red,US,"A softly delicious Pinot made for drinking now with upscale fare. It's pale in color and dry, with very rich flavors of Dr. Pepper, raspberry jam and sweet smoky oak, folded into a silky texture.",Windsor Oak Vineyard,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Miro 2009 Windsor Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2009-windsor-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Miro 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Petite Sirah that takes the variety's wild berry and spice flavors and big tannins and tames them down to elegance. It's dry and moderate in alcohol, which is always a consideration with Petite Sirah. A minor quibble is excessive softness. Drink now.",,23,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Miro 2008 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2008-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Miro 13.5,White,Australia,"Crisper and tighter than most other Australian Chards in this bracket, this value-priced offering from McWilliams features ample flavors of pear, citrus and toasty hints of wood. Drink now.",,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2008 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2008-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2008,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 16,Red,US,"For an inexpensive wine, this is a pretty good investment. The alcohol is high, but it's in keeping with the cherry, berry, currant, dark chocolate and spice richness, giving a fat, glycerol oiliness to the fruit. Easy to like this soft, dry, heady wine.",Estate Grown,10,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,2 Cocky Sisters NV Estate Grown Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2-cocky-sisters-nv-estate-grown-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,2 Cocky Sisters 16,Red,Italy,"This 70-30 Corvina and Rondinella Amarone blend is slightly disjointed on the nose with contrasting aromas of toasted oak and ripe fruit. It makes a nice impression in the mouth, however, thanks to its smooth, rich texture.",,36,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Lenguin 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-lenguin-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Corte Lenguin 13,Red,Italy,"Fastened with a pretty pink wax capsule, Taso Valpolicella is a fresh and informal wine that would pair beautifully with pasta or pizza. The wine is redolent of white cherry, blueberry and almond paste.",Taso,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Villa Bellini 2006 Taso (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-bellini-2006-taso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Villa Bellini 14.5,Red,US,"A bit heavy for a Pinot Noir, lacking the lively zest the grape needs in California to balance the ripe fruit. Flavors range through blackberries and plums, with oak complications. Quite good, but doesn't seem like an ager.",Annadel Estate Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Westwood 2007 Annadel Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westwood-2007-annadel-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Westwood 13.55,Red,US,"A purplish Cab with smatterings of Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Grenache and Merlot that starts out quite tannic, mellowing into a nicely balanced dinner-table wine, with hints of cranberry and black currant and subtle oak. A great deal for a well-made Cab that should get even better with another 2–3 years in bottle.",Southern Hills,15,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2008 Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2008-southern-hills-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Wente 20,Port/Sherry,US,"High alcohol of 20% makes this dessert wine hot in the mouth. That's the main impression, because the sweetness and fruit aren't quite strong enough to balance the heat. Nonetheless it's pretty sweet, with blackberry jam and chocolate flavors.",Mistral Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2004 Mistral Vineyard Port (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-mistral-vineyard-port-blend-port-central-coast/,Port,2004,Williams Selyem 14,Red,Australia,"A medium-bodied wine with gentle tannins, this is a savory offering, with notes of plum, meat, tapenade and peppery spices accented by cedary oak, particularly apparent on the mouth-watering finish. Drink now–2015.",,20,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Innocent Bystander 2008 Shiraz-Viognier (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocent-bystander-2008-shiraz-syrah-viognier-victoria/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Innocent Bystander 13.4,Red,US,"Scents of blueberries and darker fruits come with a curious floral/citrus top note, but in the mouth the wine is all fruit and berries. The blend includes a splash of Syrah and Lemberger, along with a little bit of Merlot, but it's clearly Cab dominated. Black olive, smoke, earth and firm tannins give it a feeling of authority in the mouth and through the finish.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hogue 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A juicy wine, showing ripe fruit and sweet acidity. It feels soft and fresh, the lively fruit much more important than the lean structure.",Churchill Estates,24,87,Douro,,,Churchill's 2008 Churchill Estates Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2008-churchill-estates-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Churchill's 13.5,White,US,"Crisp and spicy, with juicy apple and pear fruit flavor, this easy-drinking Chardonnay was aged sur lie in mostly used barrels. There's a subtle suggestion of vanilla and butter woven into the finish.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,White,US,"A huge advancement over the precious vintage, representing new decisions by the winery. It's a rich, easy-drinking wine, showing delightful lime, peach, melon and lemongrass flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",The Fumé,13,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Murphy-Goode 2009 The Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2009-fume-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Murphy-Goode 16.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an Amarone with raw notes of cherry and root beer backed by mesquite smoke, spice, leather and cigar box. It's a very sweet, succulent wine with soft tannins and a long, chewy finish.",Le Guaite di Giulietta,,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Le Guaite 2003 Le Guaite di Giulietta (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-guaite-2003-giulietta-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2003,Le Guaite 13.5,Red,Italy,"What's really nice about this wine is that it offers mellow, soft structure behind its vibrant cherry flavors. If you're looking for a good, solid Valpolicella to pair with all kinds of easy, home-cooked meals, Villa Novare is a sure bet.",Villa Novare Vigneto Ognisanti,33,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Bertani 2006 Villa Novare Vigneto Ognisanti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2006-villa-novare-vigneto-ognisanti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Bertani 14.8,Red,US,"A rich, smooth Cabernet for drinking soon. Made from a blend of vineyards through the appellation, it shows blackberry, currant, cassis and oak notes, wrapped into firm tannins.",,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bell 13.5,Red,Spain,"The bouquet of cherry and raspberry is sprightly and mildly leafy, with hints of leather and dried cheese. The palate is whispy, with red-fruit flavors of raspberry and plum along with mild herbal notes, cocoa powder and dry spice. A basic, lighter-bodied Rioja with a traditional tilt.",Crianza,12,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Campo Viejo 13.5,White,Chile,"Green, mildly vegetal and lightly tropical, with a tangy, acid-driven palate and citrusy, sharp flavors of grapefruit, tangerine and orange. Quick on the finish but sizzling, with an abundance of mouth-washing acidity. Very food friendly even toward the end of its prescribed lifespan.",Tributo,20,87,Leyda Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Tributo Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-tributo-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Caliterra 13.5,White,Chile,"Calina usually makes a nice value Chardonnay, and this vintage is no different. The wine has a chunky dry-peach opening, which is backed by a round, smooth palate and flavors of sweet pear, baked apple and roasted corn. Honey and orange notes make cameo appearances. Good for the price.",Reserva,10,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Calina 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Calina 14,White,France,"A full-bodied wine, structured and textured. It lacks acidity and crispness, instead giving honey and ripe yellow fruits. It is so rich, there are hints even of late harvest grapes here. The finish is spoiled by pepper.",Schlossberg Grand Cru,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Audrey et Christine Binner 2004 Schlossberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audrey-christine-binner-2004-schlossberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Audrey et Christine Binner 14,Red,Italy,"Bright, polished and packed tight with bright berry aromas, this easy-going Ripasso offers an informal interpretation of what is often a bulky, big wine. Instead, Aldegheri offers a food-friendly wine with just the right level of acidity and tannin to pair with cheese or meat.",,19,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Aldegheri 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Aldegheri ,Red,Portugal,"For a Syrah, this is soft, offering more of the smooth tannins than any bigger structure. It does have weight, with a dusty character and some juicy sweet plums and raisins, leavened by acidity.",Senses,13,87,Alentejano,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2009 Senses Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2009-senses-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2009,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 14.5,Red,US,"A nice, flavorful and dry Syrah for drinking now with barbecue or a rich lamb or beef stew. Soft and gentle, it's rich in blackberries, cherries, currants, beef jerky, pepper and smoky oak.",Clover Creek Vineyard,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Clover Creek Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-clover-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Brander 13.5,Red,Italy,"If you aren't familiar with Ripasso (a hybrid wine that borrows elements from austere Amarone and informal Valpolicella), this selection from Bolla is an excellent introductory wine. It opens with a deep-ruby color and bright aromas of red cherry, cola, spice and leather. It ends with both sweet and spicy nuances.",Le Poiane,14,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bolla 2007 Le Poiane (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2007-le-poiane-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Bolla 15.5,Red,US,"The components of this wine are all over the place, with blackberry and currant fruit, 100% new oak, brisk tannins and acidity needing to come together for harmony. Whether or not they will is a guess. Right now it's rustic, but dry and complex enough to drink after a good decant.",Law of Proportions,38,87,California,California Other,California,Autonom 2007 Law of Proportions Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autonom-2007-law-proportions-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Autonom 12,White,US,"Hints of smoke and wet stone combine with sweet Granny Smith apple and stonefruit aromas on the nose of this inviting dry Riesling. Smoke seeps through on the palate as well, melding with brighter flavors like orange peel and underripe tangerine, making for a refreshing yet deeply compelling sip.",Dry,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Atwater 13.5,Red,Italy,"In the past, Allegrini adopted a vocal stand against Ripasso (a middle ground wine between Amarone and Valpolicella) and for this reason Corte Giara Ripasso comes as a big surprise. Despite the controversy, this historic producer presents a very acceptable wine with pretty tones of sweet spice and bright berry.",Corte Giara,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Allegrini 2008 Corte Giara (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2008-corte-giara-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Allegrini ,White,Portugal,"A fine balance between green fruits and very fresh acidity and a ripe full, lightly oily texture. There is a fine citrus tang as well on this ripe full-bodied wine.",Sense,13,87,Alentejano,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2009 Sense Verdelho (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2009-sense-spanish-white-verdelho-alentejano/,Verdelho,2009,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 15.4,White,US,"This 100% Viognier shows the variety's exotic side, with delicious tropical fruit, citrus, pear, melon, lychee and smoky oak flavors. It's a bit one-dimensional, but appeals for its fresh acids and richness.",Saralee's Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2008 Saralee's Vineyard Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2008-saralees-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2008,Arrowood 13.9,Red,US,"A shade off the 2005, being leaner and more tannic, and more akin to the 2001. It's a dry, taut Cab, marked by a drying astringency accompanying the blackberry and mineral flavors. Drink now–2012.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arger-Martucci 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Arger-Martucci 13.5,Red,France,"A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this is another example of the fine values coming out of the Costières de Nîmes. It's a medium-bodied wine with a velvety texture and a fine balance between herbs and raspberry fruit on the one hand and dark berries and earth on the other. Drink it over the next 2–3 years.",,12,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Grande Cassagne 2008 Grenache-Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grande-cassagne-2008-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Grenache-Syrah,2008,Château Grande Cassagne 15,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and roasted, but not too much so. Otherwise one should look for medicinal berry aromas followed by flavors of baked plum, prune and black pepper. The finish is dense, a touch flat, and chocolaty; overall this is a chunky, sweet performer.",,8,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Tarima 2009 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tarima-2009-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2009,Bodegas Tarima 11,White,Portugal,"Lemon grass, lime and intensely crisp acidity identify the wine as definitely from the cool north of Portugal. A strong apple-skin texture dominates, leaving a wine that really needs shellfish type foods.",Monte Cascas Reserva,24,87,Minho,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Reserva White (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-reserva-white-minho/,Portuguese White,2008,Casca Wines 14.2,White,US,"Massively ripe in pineapples, limes, green apples and lemons, this Sauvignon Blanc is clean and brisk in acidity. It's an upscale, fancy white wine that finishes just a little sweet in jam.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Vogelzang 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vogelzang-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Vogelzang 13.9,Red,US,"A bit tart, with a bite that comes from irregular tannins and zesty acidity. Yet it's dry and elegantly silky, with good cherry, berry, cola and spice flavors. Give it a good decant.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Vine Hill 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-hill-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vine Hill 14.5,Red,US,"This is a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. It's a bit soft in structure, but nice and dry, and the blackberry, leather, pepper and cedar flavors are elaborate. Drink now.",Troublemaker Blend 1,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Westside Red NV Troublemaker Blend 1 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westside-red-nv-troublemaker-blend-1-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,Westside Red 14,White,Spain,"Yellow-gold in color, with baked fruit, butterscotch, creamed corn and wood resin aromas. Forcefully oaked and massive in the mouth, with enough sporty acidity to prop up the woodspice, nutmeg and resiny flavors that render the fruit secondary. Much like chewing on an oak plank, structured and layered.",Blanco,35,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 2008 Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-2008-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2008,Finca Allende 14.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly fiery and hot on the nose, but there's enough berry, cherry and dusty leather to keep it positive. The palate is more sheer and sharp than expected, with piercing raspberry, razor's edge acidity and only a touch of back-end sweetness. Juicy but short and searing.",Ecològic,41,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Genium Celler 2006 Ecològic Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genium-celler-2006-ecologic-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Genium Celler 12.7,White,US,"This late-release Riesling from Seneca Lake wafts with the delicate perfume of sweet peas, ripe stonefruits and a petrol undertone. Dry, but with a touch of white peach sweetness, refreshing lime juice flavors and a high toned acidity keep this wine refreshing and brisk.",Oughterson Family Estates,13,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Highland Cellars 2007 Oughterson Family Estates Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-cellars-2007-oughterson-family-estates-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2007,Highland Cellars 14.3,White,US,"This rich, oaky Chardonnay has aromas and flavors of buttered toast, buttered popcorn, vanilla and pineapple jam. It's very rich and creamy, and appeals for sheer deliciouness.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Perception 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perception-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Perception 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a fresh, delicious Syrah for drinking now. It's lush and smooth in black raspberry and cherry purée, fennel, beef jerky and black pepper flavors, backed up with a juicy hit of acidity.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2009,McManis 15,Red,Chile,"A bit hot and crusty on the nose, with black fruit and herbal notes of olive and bramble. The palate is full but hard as nails, with a tannic bite that is wicked like a shark. Flavors are full and drying due to the tannins, with herbal accents. Finishing flavors of coffee and spice cement its dark, muscular status.",Cuvée,20,87,Rapel Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2008 Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2008-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Misiones de Rengo 12.5,White,Spain,"One of the most cutting, acid-intense Albariños out there. The nose in minerally and tight as a drum, with green melon and green apple scents. The palate is razor sharp and driving, with tangy, high-toned lemon and Granny Smith apple flavors. Totally citric and zesty; it will last another few years.",,26,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Palacio de Fefiñanes 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-fefinanes-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Palacio de Fefiñanes 14.9,Red,US,"A bit thin and acidic, but charming for its dryness and firm tannins, which call for rich, marbled beef. The pepper-inspired blackberry and cassis flavors are fine. Not an ager, but will benefit from a few hours of decanting.",York Creek,30,87,California,California Other,California,Ridge 2008 York Creek Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-york-creek-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Ridge ,White,Chile,"A highly aromatic wine. Lychee is the prime scent along with white flowers, and the palate is oily but right, with lychee, ginger, spice and orange flavors. Plump but short on the finish, but clean as a whole. Very nice for Chilean Gewürz.",Visión,13,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Visión Gewürztraminer (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-vision-gewurztraminer-casablanca-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Cono Sur 14.7,Red,US,"Very dense in the mouth and full-bodied, with a dry, soft feeling. Lots of toasty oak, too. Feels somewhat inert, but the delicious cherries, toast and spices make it a pleasant sipper.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Dierberg 2007 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Dierberg 14,Red,France,"From the family behind Bosquet des Papes in Châteauneuf, this is a solid Côtes du Rhône, with modest tannins but decent structure and typical notes of leather, dried cherries, chocolate and cinnamon. Drink it over the next few years.",,16,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Nicolas Boiron 2008 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-boiron-2008-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Nicolas Boiron 12,White,France,"Lightly perfumed and floral, this is classic mineral and gunflint Riesling. It is light in texture, clean and refreshing, with some crisp pear fruit and green plum skin tannins.",,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2006 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2006-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2006,Dopff & Irion 14,Red,Spain,"Beefy, stocky aromas also bring herb, tomato and berry notes. The palate is jumpy and slightly medicinal, with currant, tomato, herb and plum flavors running the show. Medium in size, with level tannins and a juicy, good overall feel to it.",Baltos,17,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2007 Baltos Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2007-baltos-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Dominio de Tares ,Red,US,"A restrained and somewhat backward reserve, this is hiding its fruit behind a dry, somewhat earthy, wall of tannin. There are interesting nuances of seed, leaf and stem, along with a base fruit flavor of raspberry/cranberry, and the wine persists into a slightly bitter finish, but it seems to be holding itself back. A second bottle was better, with a little more fruit.",Reserve,27,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Columbia Crest 14,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Cicilio shines bright with personality and freshness. This territory-driven wine boasts clean aromas of berry fruit, light shadings of spice and a touch of sweet cinnamon. It's easy, crisp mouthfeel washes clean over the palate.",Cicilio,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Degani 2008 Cicilio (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/degani-2008-cicilio-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Degani 14.6,Red,US,"Quite good and rich in jammy berry, cherry, cassis and oak flavors, but there's a certain obvious appeal that lacks complexity, and it's not what you expect from a wine of this reputation and price. This bottling has been falling off from the glories of the 1990s for some years now. A pity. Hopefully the trend will reverse. Production was 9,008 cases.",Private Reserve,115,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2007 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2007-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Beringer 14.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Ripasso Ca' del Laito opens with meaty aromas of bresaola and cured beef followed by mature cherry and blackberry. The wine is soft and chewy, with succulent fruit pulp and a distinct note of sweet spice on the close.",Ca' del Laito,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tommaso Bussola 2005 Ca' del Laito (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2005-ca-laito-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2005,Tommaso Bussola 13.5,Red,US,"Made in a lighter, more accessible and candied style, this Pinot has pleasant cherry, raspberry, cinnamon sugar and sandalwood flavors. Easy to find, with 5,000 cases produced.",,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Valley of the Moon 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Valley of the Moon 15.1,Red,US,"Made from 100% Syrah and aged in 100% new French oak, this wine is currently hard, astringent and oaky, with caramel, vanilla and buttered toast aromas and flavors. The actual Syrah itself is clean and pure in ripe blackberry jam. Might do something over the years, but probably best now, with a decant.",Waxing Poetic,75,87,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2006 Waxing Poetic Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2006-waxing-poetic-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2006,Sanguis 14,Red,Italy,There is nice heft and density in the mouth and the wine offers generous cherry and blueberry tones in the mouth. This ripe and earthy smelling wine would make a great companion to tortellini in chicken broth and Parmigiano cheese or steak with creamy mushroom sauce.,,31,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Rubinelli Vajol 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Rubinelli Vajol ,Rose,US,"Named for the winery dog (a rescue dog named Chance), this 80-20 Lemberger-Grenache blend is a lovely cherry/sunset color, and tastes like tangy pie cherries and rhubarb. Quite dry and showing more tannin than most rosés, it could stand up to simple grilled meats or burgers.",Second Chance,15,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2009 Second Chance Rosé (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2009-second-chance-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Thurston Wolfe 14.6,Red,US,"Good price for a nicely complex Cabernet for drinking now. Dry and smooth in tannins, it shows ripe blackberry, cherry, licorice and herb flavors, with a kiss of oak.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,St. Francis 15,Red,Portugal,"A strong, concentrated and ultimately rustic wine, a flavor that derives from the Alicante Bouschet in the blend. This gives it power and alcohol that shows in a pepper character. The final juicy palate feels solid and heavy.",Herdade das Servas Vinhas Velhas,12,87,Alentejano,,,Serrano Mira 2005 Herdade das Servas Vinhas Velhas Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serrano-mira-2005-herdade-das-servas-vinhas-velhas-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2005,Serrano Mira 14.9,Red,US,"This is a fresh, lively Pinot Noir for drinking now. It's elegantly silky and dry, with crisp acids and pure flavors of cherries, cola, spices and oak. A touch of oak adds smoky richness.",,39,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Scott Family 2008 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-family-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2008,Scott Family 13,Red,Italy,"Vigneti di Montegradella is a well-priced Valpolicella with more intensity and density than you'd expect. In fact, the wine offers determination and personality with enough natural extraction to pair with bean soup or barbecued hamburgers.",Vigneti di Montegradella,14,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Sartori 2006 Vigneti di Montegradella (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2006-vigneti-montegradella-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Sartori 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in large oak casks, this fresh Ripasso makes good use of minimal wood intervention that comes forth as light spice and cinnamon. The core of this wine, however, consists of pulsing black fruit and mature cherry.",,26,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Santa Sofia 2007 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Santa Sofia 15,Red,Italy,"A plump and generous Amarone that will appeal to those who like big, bold wines. In the mouth, it is accented by sweet berry flavors; there are pretty nuances of spice, cola, mesquite wood and cedar.",,30,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Riondo 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Riondo 14,Red,Italy,"Montecorna is a wonderful Ripasso that tastes soft and velvety without being too heavy or chewy. Elegant layers of spice, wild berry and roasted nut form a bright aromatic bouquet and the wine imparts long-lasting berry flavors.",Montecorna,26,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Remo Farina 2007 Montecorna (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2007-montecorna-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Remo Farina 13.5,White,Portugal,"A crisp style of Alvarinho, packed with green fruits, apples and lemon along with richer pink grapefruit. There is an attractive tangy minerality as well, giving a satisfying full-in-the-mouth wine.",Quinta de Cidrô,,90,Duriense,,,Real Companhia Velha 2009 Quinta de Cidrô Alvarinho (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2009-quinta-cidro-albarino-alvarinho-duriense/,Alvarinho,2009,Real Companhia Velha 14.5,Red,Italy,"Classy and elegant, with tight, polished tannins and bright aromas of red cherry, exotic spice and tobacco. A very food-friendly wine, this could match dishes from lasagna to lamb chops.",,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Sartori 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Sartori 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aged three years in large oak casks, this bright Amarone shows a traditional and very food-friendly style. You could pair it with all kinds of meat dishes thanks to the wine's soft tannins and lively berry and spice flavors.",,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Sartori 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Sartori 15,Red,Italy,"There's an elegant, toned quality that shifts focus to the purity of its wild berry and dark spice aromas. It's not one of those massive, chewy fruit bombs and that's ultimately what sets this wine apart.",Vigne Alte,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zeni 2006 Vigne Alte (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2006-vigne-alte-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Zeni 15.5,Red,Italy,"Aged two years in barrique, this is a plush and modern Amarone with deep layers of spice, ripe fruit, cola, tobacco, leather and mesquite. It shows, soft, sweet intensity and loads of cherry on the close.",,30,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tezza 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Tezza 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone opens with an oak-driven bouquet of sweet spice, vanilla, toasted almond and cigar box. There's enough bright fruit, such as plum and cassis, to promise a good aging future ahead for this bottle.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Tezza 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2004,Tezza 18.5,Dessert,Australia,"Chambers's entry-level Rutherglen Muscat is a wonderful wine in its own right, and a relative bargain among sweet wines. It's floral and berry-like on the nose, with a viscous mouthfeel and caramel flavors that carry hints of berry fruit, honey and citrus.",,16,90,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards NV Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chambers-rosewood-vineyards-nv-muscat-rutherglen-90109/,Muscat,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards 16,Red,Italy,"Here's a rich, sumptuous expression of Amarone with bright aromas of black cherry, chocolate fudge, leather and savory cured meat. The wine feels smooth and dense with long-lasting cherry flavors.",Monte Danieli,70,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Rugolin 2004 Monte Danieli (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-rugolin-2004-monte-danieli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Corte Rugolin 15,Red,Italy,"This is a more compact and elegant expression of Amarone that lets the quality of its ripe fruit shine through. You'll recognize tones of cherry and cassis. But there are also balanced mineral, almond and spice notes at the back. The mouthfeel is bright, focused and persistent.",,45,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Vigneti Villabella 14,Red,Italy,"This is a classy and rich Ripasso that opens with distinctive tones of mature fruit, spice, tobacco and smoked mesquite wood. You could pair this wine with stewed lamb or grilled beef thanks to the natural thickness of the mouthfeel.",Semonte Alto,25,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Venturini Massimino 2006 Semonte Alto (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2006-semonte-alto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Venturini Massimino 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Quinta Nova is downriver of Pinhão, still in the heart of Douro vineyards. The wine is sold, firm, with a fine balance of dark tannins and concentrated fruit. It should be aged for 3–4 years.",Reserva,46,90,Douro,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 13,White,Portugal,"Aged in wood (there is no doubt about that from aroma and palate), this is potentially a rich, smooth, oily textured wine. At the moment, the wood dominates so give it a year for the fruit to broaden out to make a rich and delicious wine.",,30,90,Beiras,,,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 2009 Cerceal (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-foz-arouce-2009-portuguese-white-cerceal-beiras/,Cerceal,2009,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 14,Red,Italy,"Tedeschi presents a beautifully balanced Ripasso with a successful contrast between elegance and power. The aromas here recall mature fruit, spice, leather and Spanish cedar and the wine offers a long, thick and soft finish.",Capitel San Rocco,23,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tedeschi 2008 Capitel San Rocco (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2008-capitel-san-rocco-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Tedeschi 16,Red,Italy,"A huge jump forward in quality compared to the last release of this wine, here is a polished, clean and elegant wine that shows signs of tradition and territory. It is redolent of black cherry, spice, slate roof and roasted nut.",,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Roncolato 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roncolato-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Roncolato ,White,US,"Very fine, full and fruity, this is a remarkably flavorful wine. It captures just a hint of the floral/soapy side of the grape, but brings in delicious fruit flavors of peach and pear and melon and more, a luscious mix that continues to resonate right on through a powerful finish. It's just slightly off-dry, but not really sweet.",,11,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2009 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2009-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Hogue 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Costasera is the perfect choice for those who are not already familiar with this unique category of Italian wine. The wine is extremely balanced and well integrated with elegant tones of ripe berry fruit and spice. It also promises to pair with beef, lamb or pork.",Costasera,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2006 Costasera (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2006-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Masi 14.5,Red,France,"A nice value in a ready-to-drink Côtes du Rhône, with the suppleness of a few years' bottle age married to plummy, black cherry fruit and savory elements of coffee, black olive and roasted meat. Drink now–2018.",,23,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Mas du Goudareau 2006 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-goudareau-2006-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Mas du Goudareau 13.8,Red,US,"Brander's basic Syrah is a good, dry wine, and while it's a little on the light side, it has pretty flavors of blackberries, black pepper, cola and black currants. The alcohol is nice and low, under 14%.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Brander 13.5,White,US,"From two vineyards located in the warmer part of Santa Ynez Valley, this Sauvignon Blanc was mostly fermented in stainless steel, with a portion in neutal oak. The result is a nice, rich and creamy wine, slightly sweet in citrus, apricot and vanilla bean flavors, and balanced with crisp acidity.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rock Hollow 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-hollow-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rock Hollow 10.5,White,Portugal,"Tight, taut, mineral-driven wine, lively with a light prickle on the tongue. This is very fresh, with citrus and grapefruit flavors. Delicious, bone-dry Vinho Verde.",Quinta do Tamariz,,87,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta de Santa Maria 2009 Quinta do Tamariz Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santa-maria-2009-tamariz-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2009,Quinta de Santa Maria ,White,Chile,"Wet, salinic, oceanic and appley on the nose, with snappy, crisp, almost tart flavors of apple and citrus. A pure wine with juicy acids and a monotone finish that sports lemon and green apple. Powerful, pure, acidic and zesty for Chilean Chardonnay.",Classic,12,87,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2009 Classic Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2009-classic-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Viña Leyda 14.5,Red,US,"This Merlot is strong and jammy in cherries and blackberries, with some herbs and spices for interest. It's dry and crisp, a nice wine for drinking now.",DaKine Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2008 DaKine Vineyard Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2008-dakine-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2008,Longboard 14,White,France,"Very aromatic wine, perfumed, wearing its ripe fruit on its sleeve. It has weight and richness, perhaps too much, because it has lost its varietal character. More restraint would help. Glass stopper.",Vignoble de Katzenheim,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Audrey et Christine Binner 2008 Vignoble de Katzenheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audrey-christine-binner-2008-vignoble-katzenheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Audrey et Christine Binner 13.5,Red,Italy,"Valpolicella Vigneto Sant'Urbano offers very bright, albeit, one-dimensional aromas of red cherry and blueberry. The mouthfeel is crisp and smooth and the wine promises to pair with light meat or pasta.",Vigneto Sant'Urbano,32,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Speri 2007 Vigneto Sant'Urbano (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2007-vigneto-santurbano-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Speri 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of tobacco, mild raisin, dry oak and berries are simple and pleasant, while the palate is light in weight, a touch dilute but very fresh and easy, with cherry, plum and even some citrus for flavor. Light and transparent on the finish, with barely any excess.",Ursa Maior Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ondarre 2007 Ursa Maior Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ondarre-2007-ursa-maior-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Bodegas Ondarre 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple, correct Ripasso (made with partially air-dried grapes) that offers clean aromas of toasted almond, red berry and exotic spice. It's thin, short but smooth in the mouth so serve this red wine on informal occasions.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cent'Anni 2007 Valpolicella Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/centanni-2007-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Cent'Anni 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a light and informal Ripasso that opens with bright berry tones, forest floor, mesquite wood and cedar. The wine's consistency is thin and bright and there are sour cherry flavors at the end.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,San Cassiano 2008 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-cassiano-2008-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,San Cassiano 14,Red,France,"A typical southern Rhône blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre mixed up behind a modern label, this is creamy and supple in texture, with colluding notes of cherry and black olive. Drink now.",,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,The Rhôning Stones 2007 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rhoning-stones-2007-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,The Rhôning Stones 14,Red,Italy,This Valpolicella Classico Superiore shows aged aromas of licorice and tar followed by candied fruit and ripe cassis. It delivers medium density and persistency and would make a good companion to pork or roast chicken.,,31,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Rubinelli Vajol 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2006-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Rubinelli Vajol 13,Red,France,"Easy, fruity and softly tannic, showing which shows fresh redcurrant fruits. Like many Alsace Pinot Noirs, it lacks power, but replaces that with a vibrant fruity, juicy character.",Côte de Rouffach,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2005 Côte de Rouffach Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2005-cote-rouffach-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2005,Rieflé 16.5,Dessert,Australia,"A medium-bodied Rutherglen Muscat, lacking the richness and complexity of old examples, but offering raisin and orange zest flavors and admirable freshness.",Cellar No. 9,25,86,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Seppeltsfield NV Cellar No. 9 Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seppeltsfield-nv-cellar-no-9-muscat-rutherglen/,Muscat,,Seppeltsfield 14.5,Red,Chile,"A quick first nosing suggests a vegetal quality, and yes, the wine does have a green streak to it. But overall it rounds out and opens to show herbal black-fruit flavors, tobacco, coffee and earth notes. It's tannic and clacky, maybe a touch aggressive, but it does improve with airing. Good Chilean Cab with typical Maipo herbal notes.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,86,Maipo Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 1865 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-1865-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,San Pedro 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and mossy smelling, which is true to the variety. In addition, there's mild balsamic and dark-berry aromas. The palate is full and easy, with black-fruit flavors that carry herb and peppery qualities. Sweet and sizable for a $9 wine, with toast, coffee and controlled bitterness on the finish.",Eco Balance,9,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2008 Eco Balance Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2008-eco-balance-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Emiliana 14,Red,Spain,"Dark and rubbery on the nose, but also lightly leafy and herbal, with oak and coffee for cover up. The palate is good but slightly rough and narrow, and the flavors are not as deep and developed as they have been in the past. Plum, berry and herbal flavors are good but lead to a short, modest finish. Vintage 2008 was not a good one, and this wine reflects that.",,28,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2008 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2008-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Elias Mora 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raisin, black plum and peppery aromas make for a good bouquet, and the palate is healthy and dark, with snappy black cherry and blackberry flavors floating on a current of zesty acidity. Full on the finish, but still there's some acidic scour. Best with food.",,17,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,El Pensador 2008 Tempranillo (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-pensador-2008-tempranillo-campo-borja/,Tempranillo,2008,El Pensador 14.4,Red,US,"Forward and spicy, this puts some muscle into the Merlot with earthy, tongue-gripping tannins. The fruit has a sweet tomato flavor, with a streak of cherry candy. Though not entirely knit together, it's a pleasant drink best enjoyed young.",Indian Wells,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Indian Wells Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-indian-wells-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,France,"Starts off slightly tarry or rubbery, but soon unfolds to reveal hints of jammy fruit and chocolate balanced against olive notes. A bit chunky, but solid, with a dusting of fine tannins like cocoa on the finish. Drink now–2013.",,15,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine du Bois de Saint-Jean 2008 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bois-saint-jean-2008-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine du Bois de Saint-Jean 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with rubber, smoke, leather and coffee aromas, then the fruit comes in on the palate, which is juicy and correct, with tight, fresh red-fruit flavors and notes of ripe tomato and pepper flake. Finishes spicy and dry, with a crispness that'll make it 100% food-friendly.",Campo Burgo Crianza,13,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Campo Nuble 2007 Campo Burgo Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-campo-nuble-2007-burgo-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Marqués de Campo Nuble 13,Red,Italy,This is a light and informal Ripasso with plenty of sweet spice followed by bright blueberry and raspberry. There's a touch of sweetness in the mouth and vanilla bean flavors appear on the close.,Vignenuove,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Luciana Cordioli 2007 Vignenuove (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciana-cordioli-2007-vignenuove-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Luciana Cordioli 14.1,Red,US,"Wonderful flavors in this dry Syrah, ranging from blackberries and cherries through cola to dried herbs and anise. The tannins are gentle. The big problem is excessive softness, which mars the wine's structural integrity. Ready now.",Persephone Vineyard,32,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2007 Persephone Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-persephone-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Peju 12,Red,Italy,"This bright and crisp Valpolicella Classico delivers clean aromas of cherry, blackberry and plum. The wine sees no oak and for that reason, its fruity characteristics really shine on the finish.",,22,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Marchesi Fumanelli 2007 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-fumanelli-2007-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Marchesi Fumanelli 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft and creamy, with pear and melon flavors dominating the bright acidity. It's an attractive wine, easy on the palate with a light touch of nuttiness to finish.",Brut,24,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Dopff & Irion NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace-124206/,Sparkling Blend,,Dopff & Irion 13,White,Portugal,"A soft, lightly floral wine, with an oily texture, the ripe pear and apricot fruits edged with citrus. A hint of walnuts goes with the final acidity.",Monte Cascas Colheita Branco,16,86,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2009 Monte Cascas Colheita Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-monte-cascas-colheita-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Casca Wines 13.5,Red,Italy,"You absolutely can't go wrong with a wine like this. Valpolicella Torre d'Orti is an easy, fresh wine that would pair with anything from lasagna to cheeseburgers. It's crisp and thin with a nice quality of cherry, raspberry and cassis fruit.",Torre d'Orti,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Cavalchina 2007 Torre d'Orti (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalchina-2007-torre-dorti-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Cavalchina 13.5,White,Chile,"Mild apple and pear aromas are the starting point. The palate is lively and high in acidity, with citrus, lemon, orange and pithy flavors. Citric fruit is the point of reference, while pith and related bitterness work the edges. Zesty but modest in terms of varietal Chardonnay flavor and weight.",Reserva,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Caliterra 13.5,Red,Chile,"Standard berry and cherry aromas are clean and round, while the palate is full and honest, with medium tannins and controlled acidity. For basic Merlot it's nice because there's sweetness, ripe fruit flavors, cola and juicy snap to the finish.",,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2008 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2008-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Calcu 12,Red,Italy,"Rio Albo is an easy, fresh Valpolicella that recalls those nostalgic days of chequered tablecloths at the neighborhood Italian eatery. It offers loads of fresh fruit flavors and nice acidity on the close that will cut through pasta or potato gnocchi.",Rio Albo,16,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Ca' Rugate 2009 Rio Albo (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2009-rio-albo-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Ca' Rugate ,White,US,"Surprisingly full bodied, fruit loaded and instantly appealing, this new Chardonnay from Hogue mixes generous flavors of apple and butter, toasted almonds and a little spice.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Hogue 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a nice, everyday Cab. It's made in a lighter, accessible style, with jammy pie-filling blackberry, cherry, blueberry and raspberry flavors, brightened with citrusy acidity.",Spirit Hawk,15,86,California,California Other,California,Lander-Jenkins 2008 Spirit Hawk Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lander-jenkins-2008-spirit-hawk-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lander-Jenkins 15,Red,Spain,"Basic and a little sweet and confected, but consider the price and you should be smiling. There's some bramble and pepper to the nose, but mostly it's just ripe and full of blackberry and black plum character. Candied and almost cloying, but remains flush and happy. Good in the midlevel category.",,8,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Wrongo Dongo 2009 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrongo-dongo-2009-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2009,Wrongo Dongo 13.2,White,US,"Fresh, appley and floral with a touch of tangy yogurt cream, this is an approachable yet elegant Virginia pick. Delicate apple and pear flavors shine through on this full-bodied wine with fresh acidity, supple texture and balanced alcohol.",Reserve,27,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Barrel Oak 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-oak-2008-reserve-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2008,Barrel Oak 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry candy and cola aromas emerge from the nose of this simple, but very bright Ripasso. There's a tiny hint of dried apple skin or citrus at the back and the wine is smooth and lively on the close.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Manzini 2004 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzini-2004-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2004,Manzini 12,Red,Italy,"Bonacosta is a thin and easy-going Valpolicella that makes a food-friendly companion to pasta, sliced ham appetizers and barbecued hamburger. It offers sharp fruit tones follows by crisp freshness.",Bonacosta,17,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2008 Bonacosta (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2008-bonacosta-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Masi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with aromas of burnt leaves, roasted bell pepper and tomato and finally secondary red fruit. The palate is saturated but hard, with herbal, leafy, dry red-fruit flavors and a backing of cured meat. Herbal late, with some old-school cherry and tobacco. A tough wine, but at least it's something different.",Peregrino Roble,19,86,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Gordonzello 2007 Peregrino Roble Prieto Picudo (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordonzello-2007-peregrino-roble-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2007,Gordonzello 13.7,Red,US,"A young wine from a high-acid year, and it's showing a fair amount of earth and green, herbal flavor. The fruit seems just on the edge of ripe, with hints of brambly berry. Well balanced in a tough year.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Gordon Brothers 13.5,White,France,"A classic, there's no mistaking this spicy confection of a wine. It has a great blast of lychee, Chinese gooseberries and spice, with just a hint of acidity in the background.",Réserve,24,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2009 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2009-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Gustave Lorentz 15.9,Red,US,"There's a dessert wine sweetness to this wine that may be due to extremely high alcohol, to residual sugar, or both. Either way, it's not really a table wine, despite delicious flavors of blackberry and cherry jam and caramelized oak. Better as a late night sipper, or with a chocolate pastry.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Jaffurs 13.5,White,US,"Good price for a clean, zesty Sauvignon Blanc. Shows sweet and sour candy flavors of pineapples, lemons and limes, with a touch of vanilla.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lake Sonoma 14.9,White,US,"An exotic, dry and crisp Chardonnay, with plenty of toasty oak. Shows a mélange of dried orange, pineapple and pear fruit, with a minerally note. There's a feral quality that may be the result of native yeasts. Drink now.",Tweek Block,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Old World 2008 Tweek Block Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-world-2008-tweek-block-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Old World 13.5,Red,Italy,"An easy-going Ripasso, opening with bright tones of cherry, spice, blackberry and plum. There's a touch of piquant crispness in the mouth followed by soft, easy tannins.",,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Novaia 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Novaia 14.5,Red,US,"This Zin is made from a combination of four of Newsome-Harlow's vineyard sources, including Locke, Big John's, Dalton and Shake Ridge Ranch, the latter three of which are all single-vineyard bottlings, and incorporates 12% Petite Sirah. It's solid, with pretty raspberry flavors and hints of spice and admirable acidity. A little sweeter and tighter than the winery's single-vineyard efforts.",,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2008 Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2008-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Newsome-Harlow 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thin and easy-going Ripasso that starts with bright fruit aromas of cherry, blueberry and dried raspberry. There are hints of sourness, but also sweetness, and the mouthfeel is compact and bright overall.",La Traversagna,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monte Faustino 2005 La Traversagna (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-faustino-2005-traversagna-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2005,Monte Faustino 12,White,US,"Classic Gewürztraminer aromas of fresh lychee, pink grapefruit and roses abound on Dr. Frank's lovely bargain Salmon Run. Although full bodied with a plush, broad profile, it's spritzed with a gentle lemon acidity and bitter lime pith and rose potpourri finish. Would pair beautifully with spicy, herbacious Thai dishes, but might be hard to resist savoring on its own.",Salmon Run,12,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2008 Salmon Run Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2008-salmon-run-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Dr. Konstantin Frank 13,White,France,"For a Gewürz, this is restrained, a soft, open and attractively easy wine, lightly hinting at lychee and pear juice. Drink now.",,19,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2009 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2009-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Dopff & Irion 13,Red,Italy,"Fabiano's pretty Valpolicella Classico Superiore offers very nice aromas of plump red cherry followed by spice, leather, tobacco and moist earth. It's a simple wine in the mouth but it's not without its own distinct personality and appeal.",,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Fabiano 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Fabiano 13.5,Red,France,"Guigal customarily releases many of the firm's red wines after additional cellaring, so this 2006 is still on the market. It's nicely balanced for current drinking despite some slightly drying tannins on the finish, which only serve to accentuate the mouthwatering black cherry fruit. Leather and spice notes add welcome nuance.",,30,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,E. Guigal 2006 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2006-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,E. Guigal 13.5,White,Chile,"A true Riesling from the deep south of Chile with petrol and peach pit aromas and then sweeter citrus flavors. It's full, fresh and balanced, with a friendly, easy finish that suggests mango and pineapple. Starts out Germanic but finishes tropical.",,10,87,Bío Bío Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Riesling (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-riesling-bio-bio-valley/,Riesling,2009,Cono Sur 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A firmly tannic wine, with a woody core. It shows stalky black currant fruit along with tense acidity. At this stage, it is rough round the edges and could use another year.",Monte Cascas Colheita,16,87,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casca Wines 14.3,White,US,"A delicious Chardonnay made in the California style of ripeness. It's fortunately balanced with acidity, which balances the sweet pineapple and honey flavors, but needs to be a bit drier.",Nueva,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Highway 2009 Nueva Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-highway-2009-nueva-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Carneros Highway 15,White,US,"This is a big, rich, oaky Chardonnay. It's a little heavy with all that caramel and buttered toast, but acidity brightens the pineapple and peach flavors, and the finish is clean and spicy.",Réserve Spéciale Unfined,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2007 Réserve Spéciale Unfined Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-reserve-speciale-unfined-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Arrowood 13.6,Red,US,"Made in the modern style, with lots of upfront, jammy flavors of blackberries, cherries and raspberries. It's a drily tannic wine, with good acidity. Fully drinkable now after a brief decant.",Odyssey Estate Reserve,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arger-Martucci 2006 Odyssey Estate Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2006-odyssey-estate-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Arger-Martucci 13.5,Red,Italy,"This dark and extracted Ripasso opens with an inviting, inky color and aromas of toasted nut, spice, red cherry and cola. There's a touch of new rubber and moist earth in there as well and the wine feels weighty but smooth on the close.",Alfio Moriconi Selection,24,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Antica Corte 2006 Alfio Moriconi Selection (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-corte-2006-alfio-moriconi-selection-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Antica Corte 14.6,Red,US,"Heavy and dense in the mouth, with rich flavors of grilled blackberries, pepper and a lovely addition of toasted oak. Nice and dry, but a bit too soft, and would benefit from greater structure.",Colson Canyon Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Brander 2009 Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-colson-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Brander 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh and fruity Ripasso that opens with lively aromas of black cherry, cassis, spice and dark vanilla bean. The wine also shows a touch of heat and jammy red fruit on the close.",,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Bottega 2007 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Bottega 12.7,White,US,"An intoxicating bouquet of Indian spices, rose water and lychee, this lovely dry wine is full of soft, plush pink grapefruit and lychee flavors. Like many full bodied Gewürz's, it is a bit broad in the midpalate, but its gorgeously spiced ceylon tea finish makes a lasting impression. A match made in heaven with lighter South Indian, Thai or Chinese fare.",Dry,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2008 Dry Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2008-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Bloomer Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine that seems to have experienced a bit of a transformation in past vintages. The 2008 expression is lighter and crisper than in the past, but the price tag has also been lowered considerably. Begali is a consistent, quality-minded producer and this wine would pair with all kinds of casual home-cooked meals.",La Cengia,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Begali 2008 La Cengia (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2008-cengia-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Begali 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organically-farmed grapes, this Valpolicella blend offers meaty aromas of ripe cherry, moist pipe tobacco and light shadings of dark spice. It delivers medium length and intensity with a very crisp, almost bitter fade.",Ca' Fiui,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Corte Sant' Alda 2009 Ca' Fiui (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-2009-ca-fiui-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Corte Sant' Alda 13.5,Red,US,"A bit rustic and heavy, with extracted jammy fruit but lacking a certain vivacity and sharpness in the mouth. Good enough for the price. Production was 12,500 cases.",Heritage,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2008 Heritage Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2008-heritage-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Dry Creek Vineyard 12.5,White,France,"Crisp and soft, backed with bone-dry acidity. Green apple, green plums, it's all about freshness and light. Refreshing, with just a shot of spice and pepper.",,13,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2006 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2006-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2006,Dopff & Irion 15,Red,Italy,"La Corte del Pozzo is an easy-going Ripasso with bright berry nuances and loads of natural freshness and crispness. The wine would pair with easy, fatty foods like pizza or lasagna with melted mozzarella.",La Corte del Pozzo,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Gino Fasoli 2006 La Corte del Pozzo (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gino-fasoli-2006-corte-pozzo-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Gino Fasoli 12,White,Portugal,"Attractive lemon-flavored citrus character with light acidity. This is a classic, creamy wine with a fresh aftertaste. A drink now wine. Screw cap.",Cape Roca Fish,16,86,Vinho Verde,,,Casca Wines 2009 Cape Roca Fish White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-cape-roca-fish-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Casca Wines 13.5,White,Portugal,"An attractive wine that is herbaceous, with a hint of citrus and with a richer texture that also offers fresh pears and cream. A good, fresh apéritif.",Quinta de Cidrô,20,86,Duriense,,,Real Companhia Velha 2009 Quinta de Cidrô Sauvignon Blanc (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2009-quinta-cidro-sauvignon-blanc-duriense/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Real Companhia Velha 12.5,Red,US,"Clove and pepper spice the dark red cherry aromas on this lovely Montepulciano. Judicious use of French oak makes for a smooth, full-bodied wine with rustic tobacco and smoke notes that highlight the wine's concentrated black fruit and sturdy tannins.",,17,86,North Carolina,Swan Creek,,Raffaldini 2007 Montepulciano (Swan Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raffaldini-2007-italian-red-montepulciano-swan-creek/,Montepulciano,2007,Raffaldini 13.5,Red,US,"A good Syrah, dry and firm in tannins, although it lacks the richness and structure of Qupe's better bottlings. Shows easy flavors of blackberries, black cherries, cola, funky smoked meat and oak. Drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2008,Qupé ,Red,US,"The blend is 59% Merlot, 33% Syrah, and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the flavors mix well. There's some not unpleasant volatile acidity and very tart, tangy red fruit flavors. All nicely integrated, and drinking pleasantly right now.",Rock Lake,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kamiak 2008 Rock Lake Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kamiak-2008-rock-lake-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Kamiak 14,Red,Portugal,"Soft, attractive wine whose lightness is belied by its 14% alcohol. That makes it balanced, the black cherry flavors well integrated with the easy tannins, light spice and acidity. Drink this year.",Loios,10,86,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Loios Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-loios-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,J. Portugal Ramos 14,Red,Italy,"Measured aromas of wild berry and exotic spice are followed by smoky flavors of cured beef in this easy, crisp Ripasso. Offers more depth in the mouth than it does the nose.",Corte Majoli,16,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tezza 2006 Corte Majoli (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2006-corte-majoli-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Tezza 11,Dessert,US,"Surprisingly lean and light bodied, this doesn't show typical characteristics of a late harvest wine, but its a clean, refreshing dessert wine evocative of dewy, fresh wildflowers, melon and lemons with just a hint of petrol. Bitter lime pith and pleasant notes of slate and stone add some complexity as well.",Late Harvest,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2008 Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2008-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 13,Red,Italy,"Available at an attractively low price, this ruby-colored Valpolicella offers bright cherry notes followed by cola and white almond. The wine imparts a sharp, crisp feel in the mouth.",Capitel dei Nicalò,20,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tedeschi 2007 Capitel dei Nicalò (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2007-capitel-dei-nicalo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Tedeschi 14.8,Red,US,"A good, clean Pinot that shows cool-climate acidity and dryness, and long hangtime raspberry, cherry and cola flavors. It's on the simple side, but a lovely wine to drink now.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inception 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inception-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Inception 14.4,Red,US,"A good Pinot Noir for the price, showing classy Central Coast dryness and acidity. The raspberry, cherry, cola and spice flavors pair well with smoked meats, grilled steak, or just a great juicy burger.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Inception 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inception-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Inception 14.1,White,US,"A crisp wine, dry and clean, with citrus, green apple and lemongrass flavors. A small percentage of new oak adds toast, while sur lie aging brings a tart creaminess. Pretty good, but it's a little too unripe and green to earn a higher score.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Illumination 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illumination-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Illumination 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and a little gaseous on first pass, with medicinal berry emerging later on the nose. The palate is structured and reasonably good, with cherry and raspberry flavors that are fresh, lightly extracted and well spiced. Finishes with just a hint of creaminess.",,16,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Hazaña 2007 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazana-2007-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Hazaña 12,White,Spain,"A solid rendition of Verdejo with apple and pear aromas along with basic minerality. The palate is standard and firm, with good acidity pushing apple and citrus flavors. Perfectly competent but not showing the nuances and higher qualities that would justify a $17 outlay.",,17,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,El Pensador 2009 Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-pensador-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo,2009,El Pensador 13.5,Dessert,Chile,"Opens with honey, orange and a bit of harsh matchstick. The palate is sticky and comes up just short of cloying, with candied melon, citrus and mango flavors. Finishes sweet and sugary, with caramel and toffee notes. Tasty but unctuous.",Late Harvest Special Selection,15,86,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2007 Late Harvest Special Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2007-late-harvest-special-selection-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Echeverria 15.3,Red,US,"At more than four years of age, this Syrah is very dry. It's also tannic, with a hard, astringent bite to the blackberries. Somewhat rustic, it seems unlikely to develop in the bottle.",Block Eleven,29,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mueller 2006 Block Eleven Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-2006-block-eleven-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2006,Mueller 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple and correct Valpolicella that opens with vibrant tones of cherry and ripe raspberry. There's not much depth here, but that's not the point of this wine. Employ it as an easy-drinking red to pair with home cooked pasta.",,18,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Marchesi Fumanelli 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-fumanelli-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Marchesi Fumanelli 14,Red,Italy,"From the 2004 vintage, this is a thin and slightly sour Valpolicella that would pair with cheesy pizza or ravioli filled with ricotta. The natural freshness and brightness of the fruit will cut through fatty dishes.",,32,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Marchesi Fumanelli 2004 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-fumanelli-2004-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2004,Marchesi Fumanelli 15,White,Australia,"Bursting with bold, fully ripe fruit notes of pear and peach, followed up with tropical notes, this is a lush fruit bomb of a Chardonnay to drink over the near term (3–4 months).",Flying Piano Hand Select,11,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ozwell Vintners 2008 Flying Piano Hand Select Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ozwell-vintners-2008-flying-piano-hand-select-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2008,Ozwell Vintners 14.1,White,US,"A nice, smooth Chardonnay, with ripe fruit and cream and lots of oaky buttered toast. Made in the popular California style.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Beringer 12.5,Red,Spain,"Spiced berry aromas are dense and suggest raisin, but overall this is a clean, inexpensive blend of Garnacha and Tempranillo that is satisfying and highly competent. Flavors run smoky, rubbery and dark, but not baked or too heavy. Toasty and roasty on the finish, too.",,8,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Don Ramón 2008 Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-ramon-2008-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2008,Don Ramón 12,White,US,"Ceylon tea, fresh pineapple and tangerines perfume this off-dry blend of predominantly Vidal, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier grapes. Simple yet fresh, with pretty white floral and peach notes, this wine would be a lovely companion to lemongrass accented Thai and Vietnamese dishes.",Bowhaus White Table Wine,23,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Barrel Oak 2009 Bowhaus White Table Wine White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-oak-2009-bowhaus-white-table-wine-virginia/,White Blend,2009,Barrel Oak 13,Red,Italy,"There's a nice, easy-drinking quality to this informal Valpolicella that comes across as vibrant cherry and forest berry. It's lean and compact on the palate with bright acidity on the close.",,15,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Allegrini 2009 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2009-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Allegrini ,Red,Italy,Allegrini presents a very likable and smooth Valpolicella with bright berry tones and lively shadings of spice and white almond that appear in the background. Pair this wine wine with grilled sausage or lamb shish kabob.,,15,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2008 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2008-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Allegrini 14.5,White,Chile,"Pungent aromas of asparagus, sea grass and lime are pure Leyda, and while the wine seems to be softening with age, it does offer enough acids to keep it moving. Flavors of lime and green bean are green in nature, and there's seltzer and more lime on the finish. May already be past its sell date.",,19,86,Leyda Valley,,,Amaral 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaral-2009-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Amaral 14.2,Red,US,"This is a good, everyday Pinot Noir whose cherry and rhubarb flavors and silky mouthfeel make it a pretty good value for the price. It's nice and dry, with a spicy finish.",,20,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2009 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bonterra 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet on the nose, with a lot of mocha, vanilla and candied fruit. The palate is tannic and very oaky for a wine of this level. Flavors of toffee, cocoa, mocha and generic berry fruit show more oak than purity. A good wine but heavy handed with the oak. Contains 15% Syrah.",Reserva,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ventisquero 13,White,Australia,"On the lean, citrusy side, but the flavors of pineapple and lemon are married to hints of vanilla and smoke for added complexity. Could use a touch more flesh, but some will enjoy the crispness.",Citrine,17,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2008 Citrine Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2008-citrine-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2008,Gemtree 12.5,White,Portugal,"Soft, peach and pear dominated wine, this has a ripe and rich character, its flavors packed with ripe acidity and a tangy texture. It is full-bodied with good acidity to keep it all fresh.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada,9,86,Tejo,,,Falua 2009 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada Fernão Pires (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2009-conde-vimioso-colheita-seleccionada-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-tejo/,Fernão Pires,2009,Falua 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Portuguese grapes are blended with Cabernet Sauvignon in this earthy, aromatic wine. It is dense and concentrated, very solid and chunky. The plum-skin fruits and flavors of red pepper and radish have spice added from wood aging.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada,9,86,Tejo,,,Falua 2009 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2009-conde-vimioso-colheita-seleccionada-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Falua 14,Red,France,"On the dusty, earthy side of the Rhône spectrum, with hints of cordite accenting cherry fruit. It's undeniably fresh and vibrant, just lacks some of the richness characteristic of the 2007 vintage.",L'Andéol Rasteau,25,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Perrin & Fils 2007 L'Andéol Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2007-landeol-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Perrin & Fils 14.8,Red,US,"Soft and approachable, this Petite Sirah has easy tannins and rich blackberry, funky meat, cola and cedar flavors. Ready now.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Miro 2008 Petite Sirah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2008-petite-sirah-sonoma-rockpile/,Petite Sirah,2008,Miro 14.4,Red,US,"A little rugged in the mouth, with some fierce tannins, but otherwise a pretty good Cabernet-based wine. The berry-cherry and currant flavors will benefit from an hour or two of airing.",Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Nadia 2006 Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nadia-2006-santa-barbara-highlands-vineyard-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Nadia 13.5,Red,France,"Fresh in style, especially for the hot, dry 2007 vintage, reflecting the slightly higher elevation of the Massif d'Uchaux, this medium-bodied wine offers oodles of cherry-berry fruit. It's nothing too serious or complex, just good, quaffable pleasure to consume over the next 2–3 years.",Massif d'Uchaux,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de la Renjarde 2007 Massif d'Uchaux Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-renjarde-2007-massif-duchaux-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de la Renjarde ,Red,US,"This Horse Heaven Hills Merlot has a powerful clove flavor running right up the middle; along with it come streaks of vanilla and tobacco. What elevates it above cheaper wines with similar flavors is the structure and the penetration of the fruit, which has the vivid berry character of the region. The tannins are quite astringent.",H3,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2008 H3 Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-h3-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2008,Columbia Crest 14.7,Red,US,"Aromas of black cherry, freshly brewed coffee and violets perfume this plush, plummy, full-bodied Syrah. It's unabashedly fruit forward and easy to drink, but spice and coffee grinds kick in at the finish to keep things interesting.",,29,86,Idaho,,,Coiled 2008 Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiled-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-snake-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Coiled 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a modern touch of vanilla bean, chocolate and soft spice that comes on the heels of bright cherry and plum. You'll also recognize tones of mesquite and cherry cola and this ruby-colored Valpolicella Classico Superiore offers very good intensity with sour cherry flavors on the finish.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Dall'Abaco Fedrigoni 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallabaco-fedrigoni-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Dall'Abaco Fedrigoni 14.3,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is quite dry and acidic, and while it has some polished cherry, mushroom and oak flavors, they could be a little richer. Still, it's an elegant wine that will drink well with a grilled steak.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2008 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2008-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Beringer 14,Red,US,"Initially, sweet, feminine violet notes and juicy, ripe blueberries on the nose and palate make this seem innocent and coquettish. But full body, big, chunky tannins and a vibrant acidity against a backdrop of smoke and char make this wine a compelling pick, and potentially one that could benefit from a few years in the cellar.",,50,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2007 Syrah (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-virginia/,Syrah,2007,Tarara 15.2,Red,US,"A nice Cabernet for drinking now. It's rich in berries, cherries, currants and oak, with smooth tannins and soft acidity. Shows an elaboration that makes it upscale and elegant.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simple Math Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simple-math-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Simple Math Cellars 13.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly rubbery on first impression, but cleaner and better as it opens up. Zesty and full of acidic punch, with juicy black cherry and plum flavors. Registers as healthy and ripe, with a spot of medicinality. Quite good for the price.",,8,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2009 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2009-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2009,Vega Sindoa 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a luscious and full Valpolicella that sees both barrique and oak casks for a full, round and modern feel. The wine imparts long lasting notes of cherry, ripe raspberry and spice.",Il Tabarro,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Valentina Cubi 2006 Il Tabarro (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2006-il-tabarro-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Valentina Cubi 15,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with herb-infused blackberry, cherry, cola, beef jerky and pepper flavors. Finishes dry and nicely spicy, but needs greater structure, especially at this price.",,35,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Star Angel by Montes 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-angel-by-montes-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Star Angel by Montes 14.5,Red,Italy,"From a family-run, boutique winery, this well-aged expression of Valpolicella (from the excellent 2004 vintage) delivers tertiary aromas of soft spice, leather and dried tobacco. The fruit nuances are still there in the form of dried prunes and plums.",Vigneto I Pipioni,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Savoia 2004 Vigneto I Pipioni (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savoia-2004-vigneto-i-pipioni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2004,Savoia 13.6,Red,US,"Don't discount this Pinot Noir because it's in a screw top and the price is under $20. It's quite a nice wine, dry and silky. Made in a lighter style to be opened now, it has pleasant cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jekel 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jekel 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a raw, chewy quality to this simple Valpolicella that recalls black cherry and vinous grape. The wine proceeds with a mellow, soft feel and offers much more fruity intensity and personality in the mouth than it does on the nose.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Le Guaite 2005 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-guaite-2005-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Le Guaite 13.5,Red,US,"A pleasant mix of coffee grinds, char and spiced black cherries perfume this Cabernet Franc. Full bodied and rich with ripe black plum fruit and soft mocha and cinnamon notes, it's faintly reminiscent of a mug of Mexican hot chocolate. Soft tannins and a vibrant acidity contribute to a tart, sour cherry finish.",Josie's Knoll,14,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2009 Josie's Knoll Cabernet Franc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2009-josies-knoll-cabernet-franc-monticello/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Lovingston 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of crusty blackberry are dark and herbal, while the palate is zesty and fresh, with tight acidity supporting flavors of cassis, black cherry, cola nut and pepper. Toasty, herbal and licorice-like on the finish. A good yet common wine.",Reseve Barrel Select,12,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Reseve Barrel Select Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-reseve-barrel-select-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Ema 14,Red,Chile,"Saturated purple in color and grapy on the nose. The palate is mouthfilling but carries semisharp acidity, and the flavors run in the direction of standard black fruit. Notes of mocha and coconut soften the finish, and overall this is a good but rather generic wine.",Reserve Barrel Select,12,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Reserve Barrel Select Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-reserve-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2008,Santa Ema 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Smooth, soft wine, very accessible and up-front. The stewed fruit flavors and fresh acidity give an attractive lift to this open wine.",Evel,13,86,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2008 Evel Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2008-evel-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Real Companhia Velha 15.5,Red,US,"A strong Zinfandel, tannic, high in alcohol and fruity, and brimming with wild forest cherry and raspberry liqueur, exotic spices and sweet sandalwood. Drink it with a juicy cheeseburger, a spicy beef burrito and just a nice roast chicken.",Old Vines,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2007 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2007-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,St. Francis 15.4,Red,US,"Good Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy, full bodied and fruity. It's a little gritty and rustic in the mouth, with the blackberry and cherry flavors turning jammy sweet. Drink now.",,34,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pomar Junction 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Pomar Junction 14,Red,Italy,"This is a simple, correct Valpolicella with clean aromas of cherry, blueberry, white almond and raspberry cola. It has a smooth, soft mouthfeel with one-dimensional fruit flavors.",,35,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,L'Arco 2004 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larco-2004-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2004,L'Arco 13,White,Chile,"Honest, citrusy aromas are simple and nice, while the palate is spritzy, zesty and tastes mildly sweet but also correct with mango, lime, apple and orange flavors. Clean, fun and leaning toward sweet. A good value white to drink immediately.",Reserva,12,86,Maule Valley,,,Palo Alto 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Palo Alto 13,Red,Italy,"Genuine, honest and straightforward, this ruby-colored Valpolicella Superiore from the Valpantena area boasts aromas of red fruit and blueberry with pretty accents of spice, leather and cola. It's smooth and velvety on the palate with a buoyant, cheerful touch of acidity on the finish: Pair this wine chicken or pork.",Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Valpantena Superiore,,Zecchini 2008 Vigneto Calandra di Romagnano (Valpolicella Valpantena Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zecchini-2008-vigneto-calandra-romagnano-red-valpolicella-valpantena-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Zecchini 12,White,US,"Aromatic with notes of petrol, smoke and apple on the nose, this sprightly semisweet Riesling teases the tongue with the slightest tickle of effervescence. The palate balances sweet pink grapefruit with honey, carrying through to an elegant finish.",,14,86,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Two Rivers 2008 Riesling (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-rivers-2008-riesling-grand-valley/,Riesling,2008,Two Rivers 13,White,Chile,"A little soft and showing warmer-climate aromas of passionfruit and tropical citrus. The palate is starting to fade just a bit, but it's still pumping out grapefruit, lime and green apple. Perfectly fine to drink now or wait for the 2010 version.",Urban Maule,11,86,Maule Valley,,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Maule Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-maule-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,O. Fournier 14,White,Chile,"The bouquet delivers snap, clarity and a pure Leyda character, which revolves around ocean-influenced notes of asparagus and green bean. The palate has scour and sizzle, and the flavors suggest lime, green apple and asparagus. Zesty and tangy but also green and leaning toward vegetal.",Garuma Vineyard,18,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2010 Garuma Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2010-garuma-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viña Leyda 12.5,White,Australia,"Fullish and broad in the mouth without going overboard, this is textbook Chardonnay with mass appeal. Peach and vanilla flavors persist nicely on the finish, pointed up with finely judged acids. Drink now.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2009 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2009-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2009,Jacob's Creek 14.5,Red,Italy,"The wine makes a raw, sharp first impression that suggests a paring with a dish that is rich in cheese or butter. Fresh aromas of wild berry and white almond follow suit and the wine's overall texture is soft but lean.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Antolini 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Antolini 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Firm, earthy and fruity, this is a chunky wine, with a core of tannins to go with the fruit. It is not for aging, its black berry juice demanding attention now. A great barbecue wine.",Châo das Rocas,12,86,Setubal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2009 Châo das Rocas Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2009-chao-das-rocas-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade da Comporta 14.9,White,US,"Too much oak on this Chardonnay. It's dominated by the aromas and flavors of buttered toast and caramelized, vanilla accented wood. Underneath all that are some pretty good pineapple, peach and pear flavors.",Private Reserve,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2008 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2008-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Beringer 13,White,Chile,"Apple, grapefruit and citrus aromas are neither hard nor pushy, while the palate is fleshy and offers standard citrus, grapefruit and passionfruit flavors. Pithy on the finish but it holds steady. Made for everyday drinking.",Reserva,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Caliterra 13.5,Red,US,"A good, everyday Pinot marked by dryness, softness and raspberry, cherry and cola flavors. Nice with salty ham, lamb chops or roasted salmon.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple and lean Ripasso that could pair with white beans and grilled sausage. There are bright fruit flavors here and enough acidity to cut through meat dishes, yet the wine is fundamentally easy and informal overall.",La Preosa,20,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Carlo Boscaini 2007 La Preosa (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-boscaini-2007-preosa-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Carlo Boscaini 13,White,Australia,"Yering Station makes a regular Chardonnay and a Reserve Chardonnay as well; this is its entry-level Chard, and quite a good one. Bright pineapple notes and a hint of grilled fruit are clean and fresh if somewhat straightforward in this medium-bodied wine. Drink now.",Little Yering,13,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2008 Little Yering Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2008-little-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Yering Station 14,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a very heavy glass bottle, this bright Ripasso opens with mature aromas of prune, raspberry, cherry and cassis. Tones of leather and tobacco fill in the rear and the wine is compact on the close with a touch of bitter almond.",Monterè Cà de' Rocchi,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tinazzi 2008 Monterè Cà de' Rocchi (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2008-montere-ca-rocchi-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Tinazzi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy and affordable Ripasso that makes an excellent choice for informal, home-cooked meals. Pasta, risotto or fried pork chops would work well against the wine's fresh acidity, medium build and bright fruit flavors.",Ma Roat,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Tezza 2007 Ma Roat (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2007-ma-roat-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Tezza 14,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Tezza's Corte Majoli Ripasso offers much more intensity on the nose that comes forward as smoky-spice, leather, tobacco and mature berry. The wine is aged in oak and this process had imparted background tones of vanilla and toasted nut.",Corte Majoli,16,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tezza 2007 Corte Majoli (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2007-corte-majoli-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Tezza 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the Valpantena subzone of Valpolicella, this easy Ripasso opens with a thin ruby color and bright aromas of white cherry, raspberry candy and vanilla. The wine closes with a fresh, tonic feel and lively berry flavors.",,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore,,Tezza 2006 Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2006-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Tezza 15,Red,US,"A Rhône-style blend that's rich in cola, blackberry and cherry jam and oak flavors. The tannins are fine and ripe, while acidity is on the soft side, giving the wine a certain directness. Yet it's nicely dry and clean. Drink now.",Aurelio's Selection,60,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Star Angel by Montes 2007 Aurelio's Selection Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-angel-by-montes-2007-aurelios-selection-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Star Angel by Montes 14.5,Red,US,"A lighter, more elegant style of Cabernet, dry and classy. Likeable for its balance of acids, tannins, alcohol and oak, and rich blackberry, cassis and cedar flavors. Drink now.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Simple Math Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simple-math-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Simple Math Cellars 12.5,White,Spain,"Fairly pungent, with apple and lemon aromas that are typical for the variety. The palate has an edge to it and jacked-up acidity that pushes citrus and pineapple flavors toward tangy. With so much citrus character and acidity, it's lasting and scouring.",Limited Release,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Vionta 2009 Limited Release Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vionta-2009-limited-release-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Vionta 14.5,Red,US,"Shows enough fanciness to make it worth the price. Although it has no possibilities of improving with age, it's a fine, softly gentle Cabernet to drink now. Shows correct blackberry, black currant and oak flavors.",Grand Reserve,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2006 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2006-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Villa Mt. Eden 13,White,France,"The simplest wine in Alsace is often Pinot Blanc, meaning, as in this case, the wine is pure drinking pleasure, with fresh apricot and pineapple. An excellent apéritif wine.",,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2005 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2005-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Rieflé 14.2,Red,US,"A good, useful Cabernet, made for balance in large quantities from vineyards up and down the valley. It's dry, tannic and complex in blackberry, black currant, herb and new oak flavors. Drinking well now. Production was 17,843 cases.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sequoia Grove 18,Port/Sherry,Australia,"Blended to an average of five years of age, this wine is a soft, easy-drinking Australian tawny, with subtle nutty aromas and flavors of orange zest and caramel.",Cellar No. 7 Tawny,25,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Seppeltsfield NV Cellar No. 7 Tawny Port (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seppeltsfield-nv-cellar-no-7-tawny-port-blend-port-south/,Port,,Seppeltsfield 14.8,Red,US,"Good complex flavors, and nicely dry, with intricately layered black cherry tart, red licorice, cherry liqueur, milk chocolate, pepper and sandalwood flavors that finish long and spicy. Feels a bit too soft for aging, but nice now.",Annadel Estate Vineyard,29,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Westwood 2006 Annadel Estate Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westwood-2006-annadel-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Westwood 14.6,White,US,"Very ripe in fruit, with good acidity and lots of smoky oak. Made in the jammy style of California Chardonnay, it has sweet flavors of pineapples, papayas and buttered toast. Drink now as a cocktail, or try with a rich shellfish risotto.",LB,32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mueller 2007 LB Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-2007-lb-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Mueller 14.5,White,US,"Tart in acidity, this has strong flavors of caramelized oak, pineapple jam, green apples and buttered toast. It will satisfy your Chardonnay sweet tooth.",Herrick Vineyard Reserve,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2009 Herrick Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-herrick-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Martin Ray 13.5,Red,Italy,"No doubt, this is a simple and sharp wine from northern Italy but it would make a perfect pairing partner to easy grilled lamb or pork chops. It offers clean aromas of wild berry and almond and the mouthfeel is thin and compact.",,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Giuseppe Lonardi 14,Red,US,"Pretty black cherry, char and menthol aromas gently perfume Tarara's Cab Franc. On the palate, soft black fruit flavors are not deeply concentrated, but ripe with firm grape and wood tannins for balance. Bright acidity carries through on a tart, sour cherry finish.",,30,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2007 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2007-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Tarara 13,Red,Spain,"Hefty and rubbery on the bouquet, with black-fruit aromas and some dustiness. The palate is fresh feeling, with full acidity and a mildly stretched set of lively berry and roasted flavors. Comes up a bit short and hollow on the finish, but good all totaled.",Garnacha-Tempranillo,12,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2008 Garnacha-Tempranillo Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2008-garnacha-tempranillo-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2008,Ochoa 12.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and correct with clean berry flavors, this is a perfect red wine to pair with meat appetizers or pâtè. It delivers a thin, watery feel with loads of crisp berry freshness in the mouth.",La Roverina,18,85,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Speri 2008 La Roverina (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2008-roverina-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Speri 13.5,Red,US,"Fresh, dry and juicy in acids, showing peppery flavors of berry and cherry jam. A good value in a pleasant, everyday red wine.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2008 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2008,Fetzer 14,Red,US,"The mocha, toasted oak and sugared violet scents are lovely. There's a fairly good core of black fruit and creamy mocha on the palate as well, but green leaves and tomato peek through the midpalate, accompanied by some gripping grape tannins. The finish is marked by tart sour cherry and some floral notes.",Long-Bomb Edition Two,25,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2008 Long-Bomb Edition Two Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2008-long-bomb-edition-two-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2008,Tarara 13.5,Red,Chile,"Green smelling, with lettuce, oregano and other herbal aromas. The palate is also green and starchy, while the structure screams hard, big tannins and fierce acidity. Does not mesh that well; too much green character and hardness to rate better. A blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon and 33% Syrah.",Opera Prima,32,84,Lontué Valley,,,Fernando Torres Torrent 2004 Opera Prima Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernando-torres-torrent-2004-opera-prima-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2004,Fernando Torres Torrent 13.5,White,US,"Soft and simple, this has apricot, peach and cream flavors that finish sweet and jammy.",Spirit Hawk,15,84,California,California Other,California,Lander-Jenkins 2009 Spirit Hawk Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lander-jenkins-2009-spirit-hawk-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Lander-Jenkins 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easy, thin Valpolicella opens with one-dimensional aromas of cherry and almond skin. It's crisp and clean in the mouth and would pair with Chinese food like spicy beef and broccoli.",,,83,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Falezza 2007 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falezza-2007-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Falezza 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thin, easy-going wine that opens with a bright ruby color and easy aromas of cherry and wild raspberry. It's an informal, no-fuss wine to pair with stay-home family meals.",La Corte del Pozzo,,83,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Gino Fasoli 2008 La Corte del Pozzo (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gino-fasoli-2008-corte-pozzo-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Gino Fasoli 14.5,Red,US,"An average, everyday Cabernet, okay for the price. It's soft and a little sweet, with sugared blackberry tea flavors.",Reserve,15,83,California,California Other,California,Cherokee Vineyards 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cherokee-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cherokee Vineyards 11,White,US,"Although the nose offers darker notes of petrol, bruised apples and cooked green peppers, the palate on this semisweet wine is prettier with hints of sugar-laced oolong tea and white florals.",Lot 807 Reserve,15,83,Ohio,Grand River Valley,,Debonné 2008 Lot 807 Reserve Riesling (Grand River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/debonne-2008-lot-807-reserve-riesling-grand-river-valley/,Riesling,2008,Debonné 12.5,Red,Italy,"Embodies all the easy-drinking informality of the Italian wines we knew 20 or 30 years ago. It's clean and crisp and would pair with lasagna, pasta or fried eggplant.",Il Valpolicella,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Buglioni 2009 Il Valpolicella (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buglioni-2009-il-valpolicella-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Buglioni 14,Red,Chile,"Brambly with a mild vineagary sourness to the nose. The palate is tart, crisp and scratchy, with sweet-and-sour flavors of plum, herbs and even grass. Finishes green and challenged. Kind of weak for $17.",Grand Reserve,17,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Catrala 2008 Grand Reserve Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catrala-2008-grand-reserve-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2008,Catrala 13,Red,Italy,"With a bit more color and extract, this easy-going Valpolicella offers informal aromas of cherry, almond and cassis. Pair it with easy finger foods or appetizers.",,,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Nicolis 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Nicolis 12.5,Red,Italy,"Vigne Alte is a fresh, easy Valpolicella blend that could pair with a lunch of roof beef or a ruben sandwich with French fries. The wine is clean and linear with bright berry tones and fresh acidity.",Vigne Alte,,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Zeni 2008 Vigne Alte (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2008-vigne-alte-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Zeni 14.3,White,US,"This sweet, oaky and simple Chardonnay has soft flavors of pineapple and caramel.",Reserve,12,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Pavilion 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2009-reserve-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Pavilion 13.7,White,US,"No oak on this simple, fairly sweet Pinot Grigio. It has pineapple, peach, lemonade and mineral flavors, with a suggestion of unripeness.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2009 Pinot Grigio (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pietra Santa 12.5,Red,Italy,"A simple, crisp Valpolicella Classico that offers nice, bright berry notes followed by plump cherry and blueberry. It's a thin, crisp wine with chewy fruit tones on the end.",,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monteci 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Monteci 13,Red,Italy,"A ruby-colored Valpolicella that opens with charred almond or crushed granite aromas followed by bright cherry and wild berry. It's thin and crisp with a thin, watery close.",,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2007 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2007-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Monte del Frà 13.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted, rubbery primary aromas turn herbal, while the palate is classic Navarran in that it's tomatoey, with herbal cherry flavors and a leafy juniper character. Simple and short late, with a slightly sour, herbal finish.",Abril de Azul y Garanza,12,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Azul y Garanza 2008 Abril de Azul y Garanza Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azul-garanza-2008-abril-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-navarra/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Azul y Garanza 13,Red,Italy,A wood-aged Valpolicella that opens with sour tones of of white cherry and bitter almond. This expression taste tart and crisp with forest berry flavors on the close.,Fontana del Fongo,13,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Arduini 2008 Fontana del Fongo (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2008-fontana-fongo-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Arduini 13.9,White,US,"A little sweet and rustic, but rich in pineapple jam and buttered toast flavors. Brisk acidity helps to balance out the sugary taste.",Reserve,14,83,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County,Angeline 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-reserve-chardonnay-other-sonoma-county-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Angeline 13.5,Red,US,"The dark, black fruit on the nose and palate of Ray Len's Carolinus red blend is ripe, but a bit tired and dusty, competing for attention with all the dark, toasted oak. It's a straightforward Carolina red with a hint of tomato leaf and not a lot of structure, but fine for everyday fare.",Carolinius,14,83,North Carolina,North Carolina,,RayLen 2007 Carolinius Red (North Carolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raylen-2007-carolinius-red-north-carolina/,Red Blend,2007,RayLen 12.5,Red,Italy,"A thin, sweet-smelling Valpolicella with aromas of cherry, wild berry, white almond and cola. It ends with crisp cherry and citrusy flavors.",I Roccoli,18,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2009 I Roccoli (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2009-i-roccoli-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Vigneti Villabella 12.9,Red,US,"Char, smoke and black fruit with a whiff of barnyard perfume this Cab Franc. It's spicy and soft on entry with lots of earthy moss and leather notes, but has a jagged acidity and choppy grape tannins.",Estate Club,32,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2008 Estate Club Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2008-estate-club-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Veramar 12.9,Red,US,"The nose on this medium-bodied Cab Franc is spicy with bright red plum and cherry notes with a hint of tomato sauce. On the palate, there's pleasant red cherry flavor and smooth, mild tannins, but it's tart and underripe with bracingly high acidity and a green stalky undertone.",,21,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2008 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2008-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Veramar 14,Red,Chile,"For Chilean Cab, this is forced and rocky. The nose is mulchy and sour, with coffee grinds, herbal notes and heavy turned earth. The palate is tannic and biting, with herbal berry flavors and a woody cover. Meaty on the finish but hard in texture. This is not a friendly wine.",Reserva,18,83,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,TerraNoble 14,White,Chile,"Apple is about the only aroma you'll find, and after that things run flat, honeyed and heavy. There's heat and a cloying sensation to the finish, which is pithy, sweet and ultimately heavy and slightly bitter.",,11,83,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2009 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2009-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Cousiño-Macul 12.5,White,Spain,"A passionfruit-dominated wine without much else besides a fresh, almost watery palate feel. This is a one-trick pony that's all passionfruit except for some pineapple juice and mango sorbet. Wet, zesty and tropical but only moderately pleasant.",Vivanco Viura-Malvasía,13,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2009 Vivanco Viura-Malvasía Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2009-viura-malvasia-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,Dinastía Vivanco 14,Red,Spain,"Based on experience, Zumaya's wines just aren't at the high level that Ribera del Duero is known for. This is herbal and foxy, with roasted, leafy aromas leading to an underwhelming palate of tomato, stewed red fruit and vanilla. Saucy on the finish, and ultimately okay but not up to par.",Crianza,22,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Zumaya 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zumaya-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Zumaya 12,Red,Italy,"Aged in stainless steel, this fresh wine presents a correct bouquet of cherry and wild berry aromas. There's a touch of almond paste and cola in the back and the wine is compact and crisp on the close.",Saseti,18,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2008 Saseti (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2008-saseti-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Monte dall'Ora 13.5,White,Spain,"Tanning in color, with stalky, semimealy aromas that lack zap and citric crispness. The body is heavy, although there's adequate acidity, while the flavors lean toward mealy citrus and ripe melon. Pithy and bitter on the finish, like almond skins.",Old Vines,12,83,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Yasa NV Old Vines Macabeo (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yasa-nv-old-vines-spanish-white-macabeo-calatayud/,Macabeo,,Yasa 15,Red,Italy,"A dark, nicely concentrated Valpolicella Superiore with slightly offbeat and muddled aromas of spice, jammy fruit and sweet nutmeg. The nose is a bit awkward, but the feel it imparts in the mouth is smooth and velvety.",,25,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Fattoria Garbole 2007 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-garbole-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Fattoria Garbole 12.5,Red,US,"Bright red cherries and a charred, herbacious oak scent perfume this light bodied North Carolina Sangiovese. Red cherry flavors continue on the palate as well, along with some pleasant tobacco and vanilla spice notes, but the acidity is fairly high, and there's some green in the background too.",,15,83,North Carolina,Swan Creek,,Raffaldini 2008 Sangiovese (Swan Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raffaldini-2008-sangiovese-swan-creek/,Sangiovese,2008,Raffaldini 12,Red,Italy,"Easy, clean and fresh, pair this wine with ravioli and meat sauce or lasagna with béchamel. The wine's sharp acidity will cut through the fat in those dishes.",,18,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Guerrieri Rizzardi 12.5,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel in order to maintain its fresh fruit aromas, this is a simple, food-friendly wine that would pair with tuna or chicken salad. The wine is fresh, clean and short.",Campo Santa Lena,13,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Monteleone 2008 Campo Santa Lena (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2008-campo-santa-lena-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Villa Monteleone 12.5,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel to preserve its fresh fruit aromas, this is redolent of white cherry, raspberry and bitter almond. It's an easy wine to pair with appetizers or mixed cheese platters.",,9,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Begali 13,Red,Italy,"A light exposure to oak aging has helped shape a satisfying Valpolicella that presents aromas of wild berry, almond and cured meat. Thanks to its sharp acidity you could pair this wine with grilled lamb or chicken.",Fontana del Fongo,13,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Arduini 2006 Fontana del Fongo (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2006-fontana-fongo-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Arduini 13.9,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, with pie-filling berry and cola flavors and smoky oak. It's dry, with good tannins, but pretty acidic.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Angeline 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Angeline 13.5,Red,Chile,"Vegetal on first blush, with aromas of green bean and asparagus. The green character becomes less obvious with time, but there's still a bell pepper element to the palate, which offers mildly stewy flavors. Finishes bland, and as a whole it's not exactly cutting the mustard.",Selected Varietal,12,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Indomita 2009 Selected Varietal Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2009-selected-varietal-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Indomita 12,Red,Italy,"There's a meaty element of cured beef or bresaola upfront that is followed by thick aromas of mature cherry and blackberry tart. You'll also detect some earthy or animal like notes and the wine is informal, thin and crisp in the mouth.",,,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Giuseppe Lonardi 13,White,Chile,"Short on aromatics, with only a whiff of pear and corn. The palate is soft and fleshy, with dry, limited papaya and melony flavors. Lettuce and other green notes carry the finish, which is bland and dilute. Will have a very short lifespan.",,9,83,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Echeverria 12.5,Red,US,"The nose on this bright red blend from Sanders Ridge is spicy and smoky with abundant red fruit, leather and tobacco. The cheery red fruits carry through on the palate as well with a plush, but pleasant demeanor. There's not a lot of structure or depth, but it's an easy, fun wine.",Big Woods,18,83,North Carolina,Yadkin Valley,,Sanders Ridge 2008 Big Woods Red (Yadkin Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanders-ridge-2008-big-woods-red-yadkin-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Sanders Ridge 12.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and straightforward, this ruby-colored wine offers one-dimensional aromas of white cherry, almond skin and blueberry. The mouthfeel is light, tonic and crisp.",,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 2007 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2007-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Santa Sofia 13,White,Chile,"Hard, acrid and sweaty smelling, with a plump but dilute-feeling palate that shows flavors of bitter peach pit, white grapefruit and citrus. Hard and bitter on the finish. Harmony is questionable; overall quality is sketchy.",Private Reserve,13,83,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2009 Private Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2009-private-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña el Aromo 12,Red,Italy,"Easy on the nose and mouth, offering simple aromas of cherry, blueberry and white almond. In the mouth, it delivers an informal, lean approach.",Campo Santa Lena,13,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Monteleone 2009 Campo Santa Lena (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2009-campo-santa-lena-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Villa Monteleone 12.5,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this well-priced blend of Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella washes over the palate with ease and good cheer. Pair it with take-out pizza and spicy sausage.",,10,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2008 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2008-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Stefano Accordini 15,Red,US,"Awkward, showing overripe, Porty flavors and undesirable sweetness. There's a sugary undertow to the blackberry jam, prune and raisin flavors.",Pagani Ranch,35,83,California,California Other,California,Ridge 2008 Pagani Ranch Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-pagani-ranch-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Ridge 13.9,Red,US,"Rustic in the texture, with unevenly ripened tannins, and the cherry and berry flavors have a touch of raisins. Pretty standard stuff.",Reserve,14,83,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2008 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2008-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Red Rock 13,Red,Portugal,"Rather lean, with high acidity, the wine has red currant fruits, a taut texture and a light spice character.",Tinto da Talha,7,83,Alentejo,,,Roquevale 2007 Tinto da Talha Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquevale-2007-tinto-talha-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Roquevale ,Red,Italy,"There's an awkward note of alcohol here backed by toasted chestnut or hazelnut. After a few minutes in the glass however, the wine regains its confidence in the form of cured meat and ripe blackberry aromas.",,,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Le Bertarole 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Le Bertarole 12.5,White,Spain,"Neutral on the nose, and then crisp but bland tasting. There's apple and green hints of fresh bell pepper and lettuce, while the finish shows lime, citrus pith and mild bitterness. Light and basic; made from 50% each of Airen and Macabeo (Viura).",White Wine Made With Organic Grapes,10,84,Levante,Alicante,,Vermador 2009 White Wine Made With Organic Grapes White (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermador-2009-white-wine-made-with-organic-grapes-alicante/,White Blend,2009,Vermador 12.5,Red,Italy,"Iperico is a tight, mellow Valpolicella with lean structure and medium intensity. There are lively forest berry aromas here of raspberry and blueberry and the wine is short, simple and crisp overall.",Iperico,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Valentina Cubi 2008 Iperico (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2008-iperico-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Valentina Cubi 14.5,Red,US,"On the nose, there's lots of warm, toasted wood and vanilla spice notes on this, cheerful, cherry-laden Colorado Syrah. There's a slight green, stalky vein that runs throughout, but overall, it's an easy drinking, fruit forward wine sprinkled with mocha and chocolate.",,14,84,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Two Rivers 2008 Syrah (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-rivers-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-grand-valley/,Syrah,2008,Two Rivers 14.3,Red,Spain,"Lemony and citrusy from the get-go, with floral notes to the nose. The palate is sheering and tart, with edgy tannins. As a whole, it's angular, with tomato and red-fruit flavors. A natural, jacked-up example of Prieto Picudo that's a bit underwhelming.",Paraje de El Santo,69,84,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Pricum 2007 Paraje de El Santo Prieto Picudo (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pricum-2007-paraje-el-santo-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2007,Pricum 14,White,US,"Here's a find for lovers of big, buttery wine. Dripping with cream and butter, Tarara's darkly toasted, full-bodied Chardonnay screams new French oak. Rich and viscous, there's just a hint of fresh lemon and apple flavors hiding behind all of the oak.",,25,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2008 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2008-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2008,Tarara 13.5,Red,US,"A simple Merlot, soft and sweet in raspberries, cherries and red licorice. At this price, it's perfectly fine for casual fare and big parties.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,McManis 14.5,Red,Italy,Monte dall'Ora is an easy-going wine that would pair with informal foods or appetizers. There's a note of sour cherry that appears on both the nose and in the mouth. The close is appropriately quick and crisp.,Monte dall'Ora,30,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2006 Monte dall'Ora (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2006-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Monte dall'Ora 13,Rose,Portugal,"A blend of Syrah and Touriga Nacional , this has a vivid pink color, and a soft, aromatic character. It is ripe and crisp, packed with strawberry juice fruit.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada,9,84,Tejo,,,Falua 2009 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2009-conde-vimioso-colheita-seleccionada-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2009,Falua 13.5,White,Chile,"Neutral on the nose to the point of dull and mute. The palate is more wet than complex, and the flavors of apple, candy and toffee are basic at best. For a half-bottle priced at $25, this is underwhelming and far too simple in all facets.",Hacienda Araucano Kochii Late Harvest,25,84,Colchagua Valley,,,François Lurton 2008 Hacienda Araucano Kochii Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-hacienda-araucano-kochii-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,François Lurton 13.5,White,Chile,"Smells clipped, tough and oily, with a hardness to the bouquet. The palate is fleshy and wet, with reasonably fresh melon and papaya flavors. Finishes pithy and slightly bitter, and overall it's barely a good wine on its best day.",Estate,12,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-estate-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Errazuriz 13,White,Spain,"Quiet and shy on the nose, with generic white-fruit notes. For a medium-dry white, it offers requisite sweetness along with soft fruit notes, candied flavors and a green, lightly vegetal accent. A bit spritzy but not that lively or precise.",Fuente Milano,13,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Escorihuela 2009 Fuente Milano Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-escorihuela-2009-fuente-milano-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo,2009,Bodegas Escorihuela 14.7,Red,US,"Shows good blackberry and currant flavors, but there's something off in the mouthfeel. It's a sharpness, a rugged, tart green chlorophyll feeling that suggests unripe tannins.",,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Le Vigne di Domenico 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-domenico-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Le Vigne di Domenico 12.5,Red,Italy,Le Salette's Valpolicella Classico offers bright berry and cherry notes followed by crisp acidity and a touch of citrus zest. Pair this wine with meatloaf and mashed potatoes.,,17,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Le Salette 14.5,Red,Chile,"Fairly candied and sweet at first, with marshmallow and vanilla extract as the lead aromas. The palate is very tannic, with excess weight and chunkiness but only basic flavors of generic black fruits, herbs and olive. Tannic as nails on the finish.",Gran Reserva,19,84,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2008 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tarapaca-2008-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Tarapacá 12.5,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this opens with fresh berry nuances, white almond and cola. It's a thin, bright, easy wine that could pair with any informal meat dinner.",,16,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-lenotti-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple and tart Valpolicella that would pair with easy stay-home meals. The wine is redolent of white cherry, cranberry and violet. It's crisp, fresh and one dimensional in the mouth.",,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,CampoReale 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camporeale-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,CampoReale 14.7,Red,US,"A little harsh and irregular in tannins, with strong, ripe flavors of cherry and raspberry jam that finish sweet. It's a rustic wine for drinking with easy fare.",Estate,15,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2006 Estate Merlot (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2006-estate-merlot-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Merlot,2006,Pietra Santa 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Grassy on the nose, and for a brut nature this is decidedly flat in aromas, with ultradry flavors of lime and tangerine along with powdery vanilla. Super light on the finish, which dissipates in no time. Almost tart and lacking in the long run.",Brut Nature,18,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Miquel Pons NV Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miquel-pons-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Miquel Pons 14,White,Chile,"Loved the 2008 but at this point in time I can't say the same about this bottling. It's vegetal, with heavy bell pepper and asparagus aromas and flavors. Low-volume zest and kick indicates that it has turned; best to wait for the 2010 because this is too green and flat.",Centauri,22,84,Leyda Valley,,,O. Fournier 2009 Centauri Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-centauri-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,O. Fournier 14,Red,Italy,"This is a bright and easy-going wine would make a great companion to whole grain pizza or pasta with fresh cream and mushrooms. It ends with sharp, crisp cranberry flavors.",I Quadretti,38,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,La Giaretta 2006 I Quadretti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2006-i-quadretti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,La Giaretta 14,White,US,"If a buttery, oaky, roasty, toasty Viognier is what you seek, Virginia's Tarara Vineyards has it. Toasted oak, buttered popcorn and fresh apples dominate both the nose and palate of this dry, full-bodied wine. It's a straightforward wine with fairly high alcohol, but balanced with a vibrant acidity.",,30,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2008 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2008-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2008,Tarara 13.8,Red,US,"Aromas of toasted oak, green leaves, vanilla and spice waft from this medium-bodied North Carolina Bordeaux-style blend. The palate is ripe and plush with plenty of sweet dark cherry fruit, but there's a tinge of green in the backdrop. Tobacco, smoke and supple tannins on the finish add an edge to this otherwise soft sipper.",Eagle's Select Red Wine,25,84,North Carolina,North Carolina,,RayLen 2006 Eagle's Select Red Wine Red (North Carolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raylen-2006-eagles-select-red-wine-north-carolina/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,RayLen 13.3,White,US,"Veramar's Estate Club Viognier has a high-toned apple scent. Fat and full bodied with lots of rich cream, butter and apple cider notes, it's fairly low in acid, but high in alcohol, contributing to a finish that feels a bit dense and hot.",Estate Club,32,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2008 Estate Club Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2008-estate-club-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2008,Veramar 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"The Guarda Rios, or kingfisher, lives in the vineyards that produce this wine, which is bright pink, strawberry flavored, attractively dry and crisp.",Guarda Rios,18,84,Tejo,,,Vale d'Algares 2009 Guarda Rios Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-dalgares-2009-guarda-rios-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2009,Vale d'Algares 14.6,Red,US,"This is a sound, rustic red wine. It's comprised of undisclosed varieties, but tastes basically like a Rhône blend, with simple cherry, cola, herb and oak flavors.",Lucca,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Courtney Benham 2009 Lucca Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-lucca-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Courtney Benham 12.5,Rose,France,"A soft, fat, caramel-flavored wine, showing strawberry fruits and a creamy texture. It lacks acidity, leaving a wine that needs to be drunk soon.",,22,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2009 Rosé (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2009-rose-alsace/,Rosé,2009,Dopff & Irion 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Smells oily, stemmy and a bit funky, while the palate is sweet in the extra dry mold, with candied white-fruit, vanilla and powdered sugar flavors. The finish is warm and sweet, with a fast fade. More candied and sweet than fruity or exact.",Aria Estate Extra Dry,14,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-122102/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 12.5,White,Spain,"Blowsy and mustardy, like it's starting to turn south. The palate is loud, jumbled and heavy, with mustardy orange flavors, a touch of flowery honey and then bitterness. Big and powerful, but not very poised.",,17,84,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Robalino 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robalino-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Robalino 14,Red,Italy,"This fresh 70-30 blend of Corvina and Rondinella benefits from oak aging that helps showcase the wine's spice and smoke aromas. At its core, however, this ruby-colored wine offers tonic flavors of sour cherry and raspberry.",Campo Morar,40,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Viviani 2007 Campo Morar (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2007-campo-morar-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Viviani 14.5,Red,Chile,"Brambly red-fruit aromas of currants and pie cherry are on the sharp side, while the palate is clacky and tannic, with crisp red-plum, herb and wayward oak flavors. Finishes full and rugged, with toasty heat and an herbal aftertaste. Not a bad wine but it's fairly typical for Chilean Merlot.",Queulat Gran Reserva,15,84,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2008 Queulat Gran Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2008-queulat-gran-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Ventisquero 15.8,Red,US,"The grapes for this immense, rich blueberry jammy Syrah come from NFL's John Madden's ranch. It's as big and loud as he can be, with not quite enough fruit or acid to overcome the alcohol, which even gets in the way of the nose. With a small percentage of Grenache blended in and the whole aged in 100% American oak (1/3 new), this style may appeal to some;, but can be interpreted as overly voluptuous, even on a second tasting eight hours after the first. Decant or, preferably, give it another 3–5 years.",Madden Ranch,24,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2007 Madden Ranch Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2007-madden-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2007,Wood Family Vineyards 12.5,Red,Italy,Villa Novara presents easy aromas of fresh forest berry and almond paste. The wine is informal and sharp making it an ideal companion to pizza with mozzarella or pasta stuffed with ricotta cheese.,Villa Novare,16,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Bertani 2009 Villa Novare (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2009-villa-novare-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Bertani 12.5,White,France,"A soft, off-dry wine, full of lightweight currant fruits. It is gentle, in a fruity, apéritif style.",Gentil,15,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2009 Gentil White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2009-gentil-white-alsace/,White Blend,2009,Dopff & Irion 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy and mildly medicinal smelling, with a healthy, not too stark palate that's dealing pointed cherry flavors and some dry oak. It's a touch sharp and angular, with a dry, peppery finish that's lean, acid-driven and starching.",Otoñal,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Olarra 2009 Otoñal (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-olarra-2009-otonal-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Bodegas Olarra 13,Red,Spain,"Dry, minty and spicy, with cool, lightweight berry and cola aromas. The palate is fairly light and easy, with lean red-fruit flavors, dry spice and a creamy tasting accent. Spice more than fruit carries the finish. Pedestrian wine that's competent.","Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo",10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,"Baron de Escal 2009 Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo (Rioja)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-escal-2009-tempranillo-garnacha-mazuelo-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Baron de Escal 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple. The berry and cherry fruit has a vegetal tug of asparagus, and the absence of structure makes the wine taste sweet. Drink now. Tasted 3 times.",Reserve,60,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Waterstone 14,Red,Italy,Campo Morar is a sophisticated and rich Valpolicella that sees 18 months of oak aging for extra intensity and density. The wood tones add softness and lingering aromas of vanilla and spice but don't completely eliminate a sour note on the close.,Campo Morar,40,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Viviani 2005 Campo Morar (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2005-campo-morar-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Viviani 13.5,Red,Australia,"Yalumba's 2008 Y Series Shiraz-Viognier is a very quaffable, light- to medium-bodied effort, with only a faint dusting of silky tannins. Flavors of cherry, mint and a hint of cracked pepper finish clean and fresh. Drink now.",Y Series,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2008 Y Series Shiraz-Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-series-shiraz-syrah-viognier-south/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Yalumba 13,Red,Italy,"Figari is a simple and tight Valpolicella that opens with bright berry nuances and a touch of bitter almond. There's also an herbal, medicine like note at the back.",Figari,25,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Villa Spinosa 2007 Figari (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2007-figari-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Villa Spinosa 13,Red,Italy,"A light and cheerful Valpolicella that offers easy aromas of wild berry and raspberry followed by a crisp, thin mouthfeel. Pair this wine with sweet and sour pork or other spicy meat dishes.",Figari,15,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Villa Spinosa 2006 Figari (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2006-figari-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Villa Spinosa 14.5,White,Chile,"The low-level “good” rating is more a reflection of the wine's age than its core qualities. It's flat and wayward now, with no real direction to the nose or palate. It tastes bland and semisweet, with dying acids and simple flavors of apple and melon. Go with the '09, then look for the '10.",EQ,20,84,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2008 EQ Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2008-eq-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Matetic 13,Red,Italy,"Easy, fresh and bright, this lean Valpolicella opens with aromas of sour cherry and forest berry. You could pair this no-fuss wine with sliced ham and cheese or bruschetta with wild mushrooms.",,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Domìni Veneti 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Domìni Veneti 13,Red,France,"Light and fruity, with cherry notes and touches of clay-like earthiness. Simple and clean, and priced accordingly.",Pont du Rhône,9,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Clerget 2007 Pont du Rhône Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clerget-2007-pont-rhone-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Clerget 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is an elegant wine, with concentration of black currants and juicy sweetness. The downside is the pronounced barnyard character. If you like that, or even can live with it, then this is a great value.",Tinto Real,,84,Alentejano,,,Julian Reynolds 2006 Tinto Real Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julian-reynolds-2006-tinto-real-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Julian Reynolds 14,Red,Chile,"Like most bargain Chilean Cabs, the wine is a bit green and herbal, with scratchy red-fruit aromas helping it along. The palate has reasonably good depth and saturation, with flavors of roasted berry, stewed fruits, tobacco and green veggies. Good but challenged.",Reserva,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Luis Felipe Edwards 13.9,Red,US,"Lovingston's medium-bodied Bordeaux Blend is pleasantly grapy on the nose with an undertone of darkly toasted oak, nuts and savory spices. The palate holds a decent amount of black fruit, but with a green, underripe vein and fairly high level of acidity and tannins.",Rotunda Red,14,84,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2008 Rotunda Red Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2008-rotunda-red-monticello/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Lovingston 13.5,Red,France,"Less successful than some previous bottlings under this label, the 2008 seems earthier and less fruit-forward, with coffee and tree bark notes dominating this medium-bodied wine. The blend is 55% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre.",Côté Jardin,12,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignobles Boudinaud 2008 Côté Jardin Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-boudinaud-2008-cote-jardin-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2008,Vignobles Boudinaud 13.4,Red,US,"On the nose, this full of spice, char, and black fruit with a hint of barnyard. There's a hint of green bramble, however, that persists on the soft black cherry palate as well, adding a sour, stalky note in the mid palate.",,21,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2009 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2009-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Veramar 13.8,Red,US,"Bright red fruits achieve a decent amount of ripeness, but unfortunately, there's not a lot of concentration. The spice-laced finish is long, aided by soft tannins and notes of leather, tobacco and earth.",Category 5 Red Wine,18,84,North Carolina,North Carolina,,RayLen 2008 Category 5 Red Wine Red (North Carolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raylen-2008-category-5-red-wine-north-carolina/,Red Blend,2008,RayLen 14.5,Red,US,"An okay wine that's light in color and aromatics, traceable in part to its cooler-climate heritage (95% of the grapes were grown in Mendocino, the rest in Sonoma, Monterey and Santa Barbara), which does give it some subtly pleasing red fruit and spice notes. But 2008 was also for much of Mendocino a vintage from hell and this wine may in truth be reflecting that year's challenges.",Jackson Estates Grown Vintner's Reserve,16,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Jackson Estates Grown Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-estates-grown-vintners-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Kendall-Jackson 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple, relatively complex Valpolicella that opens with berry tones, spice and a touch of bitter almond. The wine is crisp and compact in the mouth, making it a good companion to fried finger foods.",,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Pietro Zardini 2008 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2008-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Pietro Zardini 12,Red,Italy,This Valpolicella shows a nice level of heft and density with ripe cherry and blueberry aromas. There's a slight tannic touch here and enough natural acidity to pair with cream cheese and chives on crackers.,,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Pietro Clementi 2005 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-clementi-2005-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Pietro Clementi ,White,US,"This négociant wine, made at a large custom crush facility in Mattawa, Washington, shows traces of the crisp fruit and lively flair of more substantial efforts. But it feels a little faded, and falls a little flat. Not bad, just vin ordinaire.",,9,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pacific Flyway 2009 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-flyway-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Pacific Flyway 12.7,White,US,"A tad cloying on the nose with pungent orange-flavored tea, bruised apple and billowing florals, this bright lemon yellow Viognier is broad and full bodied with lots of fresh orange and lemon peel notes and a hint of spice.",,18,84,Virginia,Virginia,,North Gate 2008 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/north-gate-2008-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2008,North Gate 14.9,Red,US,"An offbeat blend of red and white varieties, this is a simple, fruity, tart wine. The raspberry and cherry flavors have an edge of lime acidity.",redFOUR,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Westwood 2006 redFOUR Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westwood-2006-redfour-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Westwood 14.8,Red,US,"Sweet, tart and simple, like the filling on a black-cherry pie. Not much else going on. Drink now.",Reserve,25,84,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Martin Ray 2008 Reserve Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-reserve-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2008,Martin Ray 12.5,Red,Portugal,"The wine—perhaps named in honor of Homer Simpson (Doh!)—is soft, light and freshly fruity. It has an attractive final core of tannin and acidity.",D'Ó,5,84,Portuguese Table Wine,,,Adega Cooperativa da Batalha NV D'Ó Red (Portuguese Table Wine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-batalha-nv-do-red-portuguese-table-wine/,Portuguese Red,,Adega Cooperativa da Batalha 12.5,Red,France,"Made solely from old-vine Carignan, this wine does stand out as being unique among a flight of Costières de Nîme wines. It's slightly pruny, marked by dried fruit, leather and clove, turning a touch metallic on the finish.",Qu'es Aquo,37,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château d'Or et de Gueules 2008 Qu'es Aquo Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dor-gueules-2008-ques-aquo-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château d'Or et de Gueules 14.4,Red,US,"Pretty standard Merlot. It's dry and tannic, with blackberry, earth and cedar flavors. There are some unripe notes that approach asparagus. Drink now.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Clos Pegase 12.5,White,Portugal,"Smoky aromas on a wine that is curiously lacking in flavor. It is soft, light, missing acidity, just hinting at pear fruits. Boring could be a word.",Monte Cascas Reserva,24,84,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2009 Monte Cascas Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-monte-cascas-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Casca Wines 12,White,US,"On the nose, high-toned pineapple and tropical fruit dominate Casa Larga's Gewürz. The palate is refreshing but simple with lots of apple juice flavors laced with a hint of wax and jasmine blossoms.",,11,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Casa Larga 12.5,White,Australia,"Citrus and pear notes lead the way in this bargain-priced Chardonnay from Down Under. It's reasonably tight and crisp for a wine in this bracket, carrying hints of well integrated vanilla through the lemony finish. Drink now.",,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,St. Kilda 2009 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-kilda-2009-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2009,St. Kilda 13.5,Red,Spain,"Tomato, savory spice and earthy, mildly stewed red-fruit aromas lead to a crisp palate with firm acids and flavors of tomato, raspberry, herbs, vanilla and dried cheese. Lasting but light on the finish. Contains 30% Gracianio, which helps explain the sheer, red-fruit character.",Crianza Made With Organic Grapes,19,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Los Valles 2007 Crianza Made With Organic Grapes (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-los-valles-2007-crianza-made-with-organic-grapes-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Viña Los Valles 14,Red,Chile,"Slightly mulchy at first, with coffee grinds, leafy notes and mildly soupy red-fruit aromas. Airing helps it out, and it evolves into a sweet, herbal wine with baked berry fruit flavors and olive accents. Standard Chilean Cabernet that's a touch syrupy and herbal.",La Palma,8,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2008 La Palma Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2008-palma-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña La Rosa 13.5,Red,Italy,"Valpolicella is an informal but friendly wine that pairs with a long list of easy foods like pasta and pizza. This expression opens with bright cherry, blueberry and almond aromas.",Monte Tombole,15,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Villa Erbice 2006 Monte Tombole (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2006-monte-tombole-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Villa Erbice 12.8,White,US,"High-toned apple cider notes dominate the nose on this concentrated blend of Riesling, Vidal Blanc and Chardonnay from Virginia's Veramar. Full bodied but dry with a rich viscosity and a brisk, lemony acidity, it's straightforward, but enjoyable for a casual night's fare.",Tres Blanc,20,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar NV Tres Blanc White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-nv-tres-blanc-white-virginia/,White Blend,,Veramar 13.3,White,US,"Bruised apple and high-toned apple cider notes on the nose. It's an appley wine with familiar hints of ginger and apple pie spice, but brisk acidity and a supple mouthfeel keeps it from being overtly homespun in style.",Riesling-Vidal Blanc,17,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar NV Riesling-Vidal Blanc White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-nv-riesling-vidal-blanc-white-virginia/,White Blend,,Veramar 14.6,Red,US,"Cherry cola, vanilla and chocolate perfume this spicy, plush blend of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. There's a tinge of green on the pulpy, dark-cherry palate, but the finish ends with a twist of tar, granite and spice notes.",Vintner's Blend,17,85,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Two Rivers 2007 Vintner's Blend Syrah-Cabernet (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-rivers-2007-vintners-blend-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-grand-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2007,Two Rivers 13,Red,France,"On the lighter side of the Côtes du Rhône spectrum, with a slightly briary note to the cherry fruit. Turns more olivaceous on the silky-textured finish. Drink now.",,10,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Michel Picard 2007 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2007-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Michel Picard 12.5,White,France,"A soft and open wine, with a charm and delicacy; green fruits lie over bright acidity. It is a lively, bright, uncomplicated, easy-sipping wine.",,12,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2009 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2009-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Dopff & Irion 13.5,Red,France,"This is a relatively lightweight Costières de Nîmes, despite being 100% Syrah. Modest cherry and black pepper notes are pretty enough, just lack intensity and fade a bit quickly on the finish.",,18,85,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de la Tuilerie 2008 Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tuilerie-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Syrah,2008,Château de la Tuilerie 14.9,Red,US,"Dry, spicy and rugged, with a sharp mouthfeel and uneven tannins. Saved by intensely fruity flavors of cherries and blackberries. Calling all hamburgers.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Chateau Meroux 2007 Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meroux-2007-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2007,Chateau Meroux 14.2,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity and a little green, but pleasant enough in blackberry and cherry flavors, with a hit of sweet oak. Finishes totally dry and brisk. Drink now.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Dascomb Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dascomb-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dascomb Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy, fresh Valpolicella that opens with cherry, raspberry, dried herbs and a touch of sweet dill. The mouthfeel is clean and lean: You could envisage a successful pairing with chicken, pasta or veal.",Campo Lavei,41,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Ca' Rugate 2008 Campo Lavei (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2008-campo-lavei-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Ca' Rugate 14.2,White,US,"This is a bottling that has lost or given up considerable quality over the years. It now has a mass-produced, industrial feel. Made in the popular style, it's creamy, sweet and ripe in citrus, tropical fruit and oak flavors, with no particular complexity.",Overlook,28,85,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County,Landmark 2008 Overlook Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2008-overlook-chardonnay-other-sonoma-county-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Landmark 13.5,White,Australia,"Pineapples, pears and citrus fruits fall over each other in this soft, fruit-driven Chardonnay. It's medium in body, with just enough citrus on the finish to keep it together. A solid effort, especially for the price.",Reserve,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2008-reserve-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2008,Yellow Tail 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mildy green tobacco aromas lead the way along with forest floor, fern notes and standard berry aromas. The palate opens with forceful acidity, while the flavors are a bit underdeveloped as they lean toward blackberry. Mild bitterness is also part of the picture as the wine flattens out on the back side.",Dama de Toro,13,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2008 Dama de Toro (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2008-dama-toro-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Fariña 14.3,Red,US,"Soft and forward, with jammy flavors of cherries, berries and herbs. Tastes a bit overripe toward the finish, with some raisins. Drink now.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Beringer 13.5,Red,US,"A nice Cab for the price due to the full-bodied richness and ripe fruity flavor. It's big in blackberry jam and spices, with a coating of smoky oak. Easy to find, with 115,000 cases produced.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,McManis 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with burnt, rubbery aromas that eventually cede to asphalt, roasted peanut and leather. The palate is soft and a bit hollow in the middle, with earthy, rubbery flavors of black plum and berry. Finishes with cola, bitter coffee and root beer flavors. Decent and full overall, but rubbery.",Gotín del Risc,14,85,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad 2008 Gotín del Risc Red (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-2008-gotin-risc-red-bierzo/,Red Blend,2008,Abad 13.5,White,Chile,"Basic and aromatic, but not what you'd label complex. This is easygoing Gewürz with a sweet, honeyed set of flavors that offer a modicum of spice. Honeysuckle and spice notes work the finish, and as a whole it's a nice wine for simple occasions.",Estate Selection,11,85,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2009 Estate Selection Gewürztraminer (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2009-estate-selection-gewurztraminer-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Aresti 13.5,Red,Italy,"This friendly Ripasso opens with sweet and slightly overripe aromas of strawberry, spice, honey-roasted nut, cassis syrup, new leather and cola. It's simple and straightforward in the mouth however with a raw, sharp feel.",,22,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,La Giaretta 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,La Giaretta 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with aromas of burnt leaves and gritty berry fruit. The palate is fleshy and simple, with herbal roasted-berry flavors. Finishes with more herbal flavor and a lightly scratchy feel. Good enough for the money, but a little short in ripeness, character and structure.",Barrel Selection Reserve,13,85,Lontué Valley,,,Korta 2007 Barrel Selection Reserve Syrah (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-2007-barrel-selection-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lontue-valley/,Syrah,2007,Korta 14.2,White,US,"A modern, popular Chardonnay made with very ripe tropical and pear fruit flavors and a strong oaky influence. Not very subtle, but will satisfy fans of the style.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inception 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inception-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Inception 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy and rubbery on the nose, and rather dark for a $10 Rioja. The palate is jammy and solid, with berry flavors, a hint of toast and heat. The finish is somewhat burning, but overall it's a legit blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha that fits the “value” mold.",Solnia,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ilurce 2009 Solnia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilurce-2009-solnia-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Ilurce 13.5,Red,France,"A typical medium-bodied Côtes du Rhône, the 2007 Bastide de Beauvert features aromas of cherry, clove and sweaty leather, and flavors that run along similar lines. Mature; drink now.",Bastide de Beauvert,11,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Les Vignobles Foncalieu 2007 Bastide de Beauvert Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-foncalieu-2007-bastide-beauvert-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Les Vignobles Foncalieu 14.5,Red,US,"A little sharp in acidity, and the white pepper spice adds to the impression of zippiness in this bone-dry Zin. It's deep and likeable in raspberry, cherry, blackberry and sandalwood flavors.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tamás Estates 2007 Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2007-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2007,Tamás Estates 13.5,Red,Portugal,Alicante Bouschet gives a definite farmyard character to this wine. It also offers juicy berry fruits and balanced acidity. The two characteristics put the wine firmly on a food friendly side.,Tinto da Talha Grande Escolha,14,85,Alentejano,,,Roquevale 2007 Tinto da Talha Grande Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquevale-2007-tinto-talha-grande-escolha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Roquevale 12.5,Red,Italy,"This cheerful, screw cap Valpolicella offers crisp raspberry and cherry flavors over a lean, compact body. It's a lightweight, easy-going wine that would pair with soups or sandwiches.",La Roverina,18,85,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Speri 2007 La Roverina (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2007-roverina-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Speri 13.5,Red,Italy,"Monte Tombole Valpolicella opens with easy cherry and blueberry aromas backed by light nuances of spice and sweet vanilla. The wine is fresh, lean and crisp on the close.",Monte Tombole,25,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Villa Erbice 2007 Monte Tombole (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2007-monte-tombole-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Villa Erbice 13.5,White,Spain,"The question is: How scouring and razor's edge do you like it? If you like it sharp but clean, then this is a winner. It's minerally and green in style, with Granny Smith apple and lime on the palate and finish. Juicy, crisp and bone dry Viura.",Blanco Joven,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Covila 2009 Blanco Joven White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covila-2009-blanco-joven-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Covila 13.5,White,Chile,"Comes across like a straightforward warm-climate Viognier, meaning it's full and waxy, with peach and nectarine aromas and flavors, a touch of searing heat, and pithiness to the back palate and finish. It's also juicy and zesty due to plenty of acids.",,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2009,Cono Sur 13,White,France,"A medium-sweet, spicy wine that offers good fresh guava flavor to balance the ripe texture. The finish is fresh. Screw cap.",,19,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2008 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2008-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Domaine Zinck 13,Red,Portugal,"With its earthy aromas and soft palate, this is a rustic wine, the sort designed for pairing with grilled meat. It has black plum flavors along with spice and bright red fruits. Drink now.",Tâmara,10,85,Tejo,,,Falua 2009 Tâmara Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2009-tamara-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Falua 11,White,Australia,"Lean and crisp in style, this is citrusy through and through. Although a bit one-dimensional, it's clean and refreshing, with a pleasantly affordable price tag.",,11,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2009 Chardonnay (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2009-chardonnay-barossa/,Chardonnay,2009,Peter Lehmann 15.3,Red,US,"Starts with a funky smell that doesn't go away despite lots of airing. Underneath that is a very dry, very tannic and deeply flavored Zinfandel, rich in berries, cola and spices. That barnyardy smell is troubling.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,53,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Perception 2007 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perception-2007-bacigalupi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Perception 14.7,Red,US,"A fruity, soft, enjoyable red wine for drinking now. It's medium bodied and lightly oaked, with sour cherry candy and pepper spice flavors.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2007 Sangiovese (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2007-sangiovese-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Pietra Santa 13.5,White,Chile,"Quiet on the bouquet except for a dusting of oak and banana. The palate is heavy and wide, if a bit flabby, and the flavors of melon and mango run sweet, much like fruit punch. Soft and sweet on the finish as well, and overall it's good but generic. Not many Chards in the price range will fare better.",Xplorador,8,85,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Xplorador Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-xplorador-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Concha y Toro 13,Red,Italy,"Thin, informal and packed tight with crisp wild berry flavors, this bright Valpolicella will slice through fatty or cheesy dishes. In the mouth, it shows an easy, no-fuss approach with a citrus twist on the fade.",Sanperetto,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Mazzi 2008 Sanperetto (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzi-2008-sanperetto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Mazzi 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is a little rough around the edges. It has a sharp, jammy feeling, and seems too sweet in raspberry- and cherry-pie filling. Will appeal to fans of an easy drinking, accessible style of a Cabernet-based wine.",Mon Amour,59,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2007 Mon Amour Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2007-mon-amour-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Coquelicot 14,Red,Portugal,"An attractive, fruity, unoaked wine. It reveals red berry fruits, light acidity and a fine, firm tannic concentration. To drink now.",Colheita,20,85,Douro,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2009 Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2009-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 11.8,White,US,"Although subdued both aromatically and on the palate, this refreshing, dry Gewürztraminer smells sweetly of waxy white florals and lemons with a hint of bruised apples. There's not a lot of concentration of flavor, but its fresh apple and lemon flavors are clean and brisk, ending with a pleasant grapefruit pith finish.",Dry,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2008 Dry Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2008-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Wagner 13,White,Australia,"Known more for its red wines, Wolf Blass nevertheless makes a creditable Chardonnay for $12. hints of vanilla and toasted almond mark the nose, while the fruit flavors veer toward citrus and stay there, turning lemony on the finish.",Yellow Label,12,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2009 Yellow Label Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2009-yellow-label-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Wolf Blass 12.5,White,Chile,"Sweaty and sharp on the nose, with punchy, oily, green aromas. The palate is wet and basic in feel, with nettle, grapefruit and passionfruit flavors. Good in terms of core qualities but not all that intense or layered. A basic wine for general consumption.",Albamar,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2010 Albamar Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2010-albamar-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,William Cole 14.9,Red,US,"A soft, simple but pretty wine, with slightly sweet, pie-filling cherry, raspberry, Dr. Pepper cola and baking spice flavors. Drink now.",Liar's Dice,21,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2008 Liar's Dice Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2008-liars-dice-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Murphy-Goode 13.5,White,US,"Sweet in honey and caramel flavors, but balanced with crisp acidity, this everyday Chard delivers strong pineapple, lemon meringue pie and peach flavors.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Little Black Dress 13.5,Red,US,"This Merlot-Cab Franc blend is a lovely mélange of sweet sour cherries and vanilla spice combined with scents of darkly toasted oak and barnyard. On the palate as well, soft, rich, red fruit melds into earthy barnyard and black pepper spice notes, backed by gripping grape tannins. There's a hint of sweet tomato in the mid palate, but otherwise, a strong contender from Virginia.",Estate Reserve Josie's Knoll,19,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2007 Estate Reserve Josie's Knoll Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2007-estate-reserve-josies-knoll-red-monticello/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Lovingston 13,White,US,"Heady white florals and tropical fruit perfume this charming Gewürztraminer. Full bodied and luscious with lots of fresh, white grapefruit juice and a mild, limeade acidity, the midpalate might feel a bit sluggish, but a pleasant grapefruit pith and white tea astringency kicks in on the finish.",,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Fox Run 12.5,Sparkling,France,"An attractively balanced wine, its flavors of wild strawberry and white peach giving some richness, while the crisp acidity tightens its texture. Attractive and fruity ; would work well as an apéritif or with food.",Rosé,33,85,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Dopff & Irion NV Rosé Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-nv-rose-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Dopff & Irion 13.2,White,US,"Hints of freshly pressed apples and pears in a darkly toasted oak barrel come through. Deft use of new French oak results in a full-bodied wine with a lush, buttered toast richness that highlights sweet apple and lemon flavors. The finish is clean and lemony with a slight saline touch.",Barrel Fermented,26,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Barrel Oak 2008 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-oak-2008-fermented-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2008,Barrel Oak 13.5,White,US,"Another good value from Bogle. This Chardonnay is creamy and sweet in pineapples, pears and buttered toast, but has zesty acidity. Production was 250,000 cases.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Bogle 14,Red,Italy,"Ca' Camparsi opens with sweet aromas of mature cherry and raspberry and an easy feel in the mouth. The wine delivers crisp berry flavors and a compact, fine texture.",Ca' Camparsi,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 2007 Ca' Camparsi (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-dario-e-fabio-2007-ca-camparsi-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 13,Red,Spain,"A simple and snappy style of Rioja with just enough weight and ripeness along with light berry aromas. The palate is perky and fresh, with young, medicinal, semisharp flavors of cherry and plum. More than competent, with verve and acidic scour.",Ursa Maior,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ondarre 2009 Ursa Maior (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ondarre-2009-ursa-maior-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Bodegas Ondarre 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy, bright and lively Valpolicella that would make a great companion to bean soup with heaps of grated Parmigiano cheese on top. It's a crisp, fresh wine with an informal but inviting personality.",,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,CampoReale 2008 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camporeale-2008-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,CampoReale 14,Red,Italy,"This light and easy Ripasso gears up aromatically over time thanks to its aromas of spice and mature fruit. There's a raw, slightly bitter note on the end but the wine makes a natural partner to roast pork or beef.",,29,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Ca' Rugate 2008 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2008-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Ca' Rugate 11.8,White,US,"On the nose, this is a bit unique, offering unusual scents of pineapple, baked apple and white florals. Just slightly off-dry with loads of sweet, fresh apple flavors and a brisk, lemony acidity, the finish ends on an elegant jasmine tea note.",Semi Dry,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2008 Semi Dry Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2008-semi-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Wagner 16,Red,Italy,"There's a raw, sharp element to this Amarone that comes off aromatically as fresh dill, forest floor, cured meat, bresaola and cooked cherry. The wine closes on a fresh, bitter note.",,60,85,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Fattoria Garbole 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-garbole-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Fattoria Garbole 11.5,Rose,Portugal,"Attractive, crisp, raspberry-flavored wine with a touch of structure and vivid acidity. This is a great food rosé, for salads or fish.",Touriga Nacional,,85,Minho,,,Quinta de Santa Maria 2009 Touriga Nacional Rosé (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santa-maria-2009-touriga-nacional-rose-minho/,Rosé,2009,Quinta de Santa Maria 14.2,Red,Spain,"Medicinal, sweet and short on complexity for a wine of this price. The palate has a choppy, rough feel and then comes an onslaught of medicinal berry flavor that leads to a tight, biting finish that's big on acid and low on depth of flavor and intracacies you might expect for $80. More of a novelty wine; 160 cases made.",Valdemuz,80,85,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Pricum 2007 Valdemuz Prieto Picudo (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pricum-2007-valdemuz-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2007,Pricum 14.5,Red,Australia,"This blend of 45% Grenache, 28% Shiraz and 27% Mourvèdre does show a trace of heat in its finish, but is otherwise a pleasant, medium-bodied sipper at a realistic price. Tart, slightly minty cherries feature undercurrents of chocolate and coffee, turning crisp and lemony on the finish. Drink now.",GSM Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvèdre,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2008 GSM Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvèdre Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2008-gsm-grenache-shiraz-mourvedre-red-south/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Oxford Landing 13,White,Chile,"This wine varies in quality and perception based on when in its lifespan you taste it. Now, toward the end of the line, it's tropical and hanging in there, with green apple, citrus and other typical SB aromas and flavors. Even with 15% Carmenère in the blend for kicks, it's standard and workmanlike.",,11,85,Central Valley,,,oops 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,oops 14,Red,France,"A simple, quaffable Gigondas, with bright cherry fruit on the nose and on the palate, modest tannins and an easygoing personality. Drink it over the next few years.",,27,85,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine des Florets 2007 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-florets-2007-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine des Florets 13.8,Red,US,"Dry, thin and astringent. At the age of five years plus, the fruit is largely gone, leaving behind bitter cherryskin and tobacco flavors and the heat of alcohol. Still, it's an elegant wine with some complexity.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Dascomb Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dascomb-cellars-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Dascomb Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Good, but a bit tamped down and dull in character, although it's very dry, and the tannins are nice and smooth. Not much going on flavor-wise except for modest blackberry and spice flavors. Drink now.",White Hawk Vineyard,44,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Damian Rae 2008 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damian-rae-2008-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Damian Rae 13.5,Red,US,"A rustic, rugged and perfectly good red wine, full-bodied enough to drink with robust meat stews. It's tannic and dry and strong in blackberry jam flavors.",Double Decker Red,10,85,California,California Other,California,Tamás Estates 2008 Double Decker Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-double-decker-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Tamás Estates 12.5,White,US,"Apples and pears dominate the nose and palate of this blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris. Full bodied and fermented in stainless steel, this slightly off-dry wine is rich in texture, but stays fresh with a vibrant lemon-lime acidity.",Charval White Table Wine,20,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2008 Charval White Table Wine White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2008-charval-white-table-wine-virginia/,White Blend,2008,Tarara 14.5,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored Valpolicella is distinguished by hot notes of cherry liqueur and spice backed by subtle tones of wild berry and fresh blueberry. It's an easy, soft wine in the mouth.",,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,San Cassiano 2007 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-cassiano-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,San Cassiano 12,White,Spain,"Tropical on the nose, with lychee fruit and tangerine aromas. The palate is easygoing and fairly thorough, while the flavor profile suggest Argentine Torrontés as it deals lychee, powdered sugar and papaya. Clean, light, quaffable and that's about it.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Las Valles 2009 Macabeo-Chardonnay (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-valles-2009-white-blend-macabeo-chardonnay-carinena/,Macabeo-Chardonnay,2009,Las Valles 13.5,Red,Italy,"Villalta's Ripasso opens with simple aromas of spice, dried fruit and forest berry. Although the intensity and overall staying power is very nice, the wine definitely represents the less formal side of the Ripasso spectrum.",,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Villalta 2008 Valpolicella Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villalta-2008-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Villalta 13.5,Red,Italy,"I Lasi is a thin and informal Ripasso with easy layers of blueberry and cherry backed by light spice and smoke shadings. There's a slightly sour note in the mouth and the wine ends with a lean, crisp close.",I Lasi,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Canestrari 2006 I Lasi (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-canestrari-2006-i-lasi-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Villa Canestrari ,Red,US,"Heavy, soft and dense, like melted black cherry and raspberry marmalade, sprinkled with cinnamon, brown sugar and nutmeg. Rich, but lacks vitality. Drink now.",Laetitia Vineyard,33,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Verve 2008 Laetitia Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2008-laetitia-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Verve 13.5,White,Chile,"A controlled and clean white wine with apple and tropical fruit aromas and flavors. The palate feel is dry, snappy and zesty because the acidity is fresh and blazing. Not complex or complicated; hits you with green apple and citrus. A blend of 50% Viognier with 35% Chardonnay and 15% Sauvignon Blanc. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",VCS,13,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 VCS White (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-vcs-white-limari-valley/,White Blend,2009,Tamaya 18,Dessert,Australia,"Although still a respectable effort, this is a weak link in the Buller arsenal of fortifieds, with a minty, slightly medicinal edge to the modest berry fruit and dark, earthy undercurrents. Turns tart and crisp on the finish.",Premium Fine Tawny,15,85,Victoria,Victoria,,R.L. Buller & Son NV Premium Fine Tawny Port (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rl-buller-son-nv-premium-fine-tawny-port-blend-port-victoria/,Port,,R.L. Buller & Son 12.5,Red,Italy,"Nanfrè is an easy-going Valpolicella blend of 70% Corvina and 30% Rondinella grapes that offers fresh berry tones of raspberry and blueberry backed by a touch of almond paste and white chocolate. It's thin, compact and very refreshing on the close: Pair it with ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach.",Nanfrè,13,85,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2008 Nanfrè (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2008-nanfre-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 13,White,Australia,"A boldy flavored, tropical-fruit-laden wine that brings back memories of the late '80s Chards that helped put Australia on America's wine map, for style and price. Amply textured, with mouthwatering peach and mango notes. Drink now.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Queensgate 2009 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/queensgate-2009-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2009,Queensgate 12.5,White,Spain,"Peachy up front, with a pithy, dry, diluteness to the nose. The palate is wet but a little bland and innocuous, with nectarine, generic citrus and pith flavors. For a blend of Viura, Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc, it works well enough.",,10,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Volteo 2009 White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volteo-2009-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2009,Volteo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Imparting distinct notes of cola, root beer, black fruit and teriyaki sauce, this is an easy, informal wine. If offers moderate heft and weight in the mouth that could work with Chinese chicken or white meat.",,14,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Zenato 2007 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Zenato 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and tannic, with jammy flavors of blackberries, cherries, dark chocolate and spices. Not showing much structure, and not going anywhere, so drink up.",,55,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Valley Legend 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-legend-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Valley Legend 12,White,Spain,"For a sweet wine, it's clean, light and airy, with pear and powdered sugar on the nose. The flavors are definitely sweet but the feel isn't particularly sticky, and the finishing flavors of candied fruit, vanilla and honeydew are good. Made from late-harvest Viura and Malvasia.",Satinela Medium Sweet,9,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2009 Satinela Medium Sweet White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2009-satinela-medium-sweet-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Marqués de Cáceres 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dusty and dry on the nose, with raspberry and peppery spice notes that are true to the variety. Relatively solid in the mouth, with peppy red fruit flavors, tea and a tartness suggesting citrus or apple skins. Snappy juice that makes the grade.",Reserva,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Morandé 15,Red,US,"A soft, gentle Zinfandel, a little sweet, like a raspberry and cherry mocha drink sprinkled with cocoa and cinnamon. Easy to drink with spicy meats, soft cheeses, everyday fare.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Ancient Peaks 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dusty cherry aromas are slightly spiky and feature some tomato, while the palate is solid, a touch sharp and prickly, but good overall. Snappy raspberry is the one and only flavor, while the finish offers heat and some mild oak. Average to good, and fully drinkable.",Reserva,11,85,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2008 Reserva Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2008-reserva-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2008,Echeverria 12.5,White,France,"Rounded and soft, this is immediately attractive and ready to drink. It has pear-fruit flavors, with a hint of spice and light acidity. Treat this as an apéritif wine. Screw cap.",Réserve Pinot Blanc,20,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2009 Réserve Pinot Blanc Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2009-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Gustave Lorentz 15.1,Red,US,"This blend of Zinfandel, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and slightly sweet, like a dessert. Tastes like a melted mélange of blackberry and cherry jam, milk chocolate granola and dusty spices. Drink now.",,34,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fiesta del Pomar Junction 2007 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiesta-pomar-junction-2007-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Fiesta del Pomar Junction 13.5,Red,France,"Amply displays the charms and shortocmings of the 2008 vintage: complex if slightly herbal cherry fruit, medium body and great freshness. Drink now–2013.",Samorëns,14,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2008 Samorëns Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2008-samorens-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Ferraton Père et Fils 12.5,Red,Italy,"This light and easy-going Valpolicella Classico opens with a light, lean mouthfeel and clean aromas of cherry and ripe raspberry. It's a perfect wine to serve with appetizers or bruschetta.",,15,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Fratta Pasini 2006 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratta-pasini-2006-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Fratta Pasini 12.5,White,France,"A fresh, crisp wine, designed (as the seafood-laden label graphically shows) to be drunk with shellfish. Blending crisp Sylvaner with a little fattening Pinot Blanc, bone-dry flavors of pink grapefruit, the wine does the job perfectly.",Crustaces,10.50,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2006 Crustaces Silvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2006-crustaces-other-white-silvaner-alsace/,Silvaner,2006,Dopff & Irion 14,Red,Chile,"A rooty style of warm-climate Pinot with sarsparilla, tomato leaf, beet and black cherry on what is a hot, slightly fiery nose. The palate is juicy, with cola, sweet cherry, herb and stemmy flavors, while the finish is snappy, with an aftertaste of caramel and berry liqueur. From vines planted in 1968.",Visión Block: 68 Old Vine Single Vineyard,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Visión Block: 68 Old Vine Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-vision-block-68-old-vine-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-colchagua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cono Sur 12.5,White,Spain,"Zesty on the nose and pulsing with white-fruit aromas, and that opening is backed by a spritzy, lively body that brings lemon-lime and soda-like flavors. Melony and green on the finish, and good overall in a simple, tropical sort of way.",Mesta,8,85,Central Spain,Uclés,,Bodegas Fontana 2009 Mesta Macabeo-Moscatel (Uclés),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fontana-2009-mesta-white-blend-macabeo-moscatel-ucles/,Macabeo-Moscatel,2009,Bodegas Fontana 13.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly minty and grassy on the nose, and that mild green character persists. The palate is a bit clacky and acidic, yet the flavors evolve and ultimately rest at candied and medicinal. A touch biting but it tastes pretty good and it's decidedly not sour. A blend of 55% Monastrell with 25% Cabernet Savuignon and 20% Syrah.",,10,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Caracol Serrano 2009 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caracol-serrano-2009-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2009,Caracol Serrano 13.1,White,US,"On the nose, this charming wine is aromatic, with pretty lemon and orange blossoms mingled with darkly toasted oak and butter notes. Dry and full bodied with a rich, creamy mouthfeel, floral notes and a soft salinity on the finish keep the broad palate from verging toward flabbiness.",Reserve,26,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Barrel Oak 2008 Reserve Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-oak-2008-reserve-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2008,Barrel Oak 12,Rose,Portugal,"Very soft, perfumed with bright red cherry fruits, this is a lively rosé, light and bright, lilting on the mouth, finishing with mineral acidity. Screw cap.",Cape Roca Fisherman,13,85,Tejo,,,Casca Wines 2009 Cape Roca Fisherman Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-cape-roca-fisherman-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2009,Casca Wines 14.3,Red,US,"The blast of late August and early September heat seems to have victimized this wine. It has a raisiny sharp imbalance, and although it's very dry and silky, does not rise to the level of a great Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir.",Split Rock Vineyard,38,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cartograph 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2008-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cartograph 13.5,Red,Italy,"This easy-going Valpolicella offers medium heft and density with fresh notes of cherry, blueberry, white almond and cola. Pair this wine with bruschetta topped with wild mushrooms and olive oil.",,14,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Zenato 2008 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2008-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Zenato 14.5,White,US,"Fancy and oaky, with crisp acidity balancing strong pineapple, green apple and new oak flavors. A modern style Chardonnay to drink now.",Fermata,43,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2008 Fermata Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2008-fermata-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Wrath 12,White,France,"Gentil is used in Alsace to describe a blended wine. This is soft and smooth, making a great apéritif, with just an edge of crispness to go over the rich pear and green plum flavors. Finishes with a burst of pineapple.",Gentil Réserve,12,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2009 Gentil Réserve White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2009-gentil-reserve-white-alsace/,White Blend,2009,Willm 14,Red,Chile,"Heavily charred, with aromas of black coffee, earth, leather and dark-berry fruit. The palate has a starchy, firm feel and flavors of wild berry, toasted barrel, cola and herbs. Stays toasty through the finish, with minty, almost green/herbal notes closing things out.",Reserva,13,86,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2008-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,TerraNoble 13.5,White,US,"Shows all the hallmarks of a fine Chard, except complexity. It's dry, creamy and smoky in oak and lees influences, with flavors of pineapples and peaches. Easy to find, with 250,000 cases produced.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Rodney Strong 14.5,Red,Chile,"A bit soupy to begin with; the nose is herbal and a touch brambly, with a certain grittiness. In the mouth, it's grabby and tannic, with full black cherry and blackberry flavors. Dark, toasty and charred as well, with more size than elegance. A good wine but nothing out of the ordinary.",Vernus,17,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2008 Vernus Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2008-vernus-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Helena 14,Red,Chile,"Mossy aromas of prune and earth lead the way, followed by a juicy, almost edgy palate that houses herbal berry and toast flavors. Mildly creamy tasting on the finish, with herbs and red-fruit zest and acidity. Regular and herbal, but entirely drinkable.",Castillo de Molina,11,86,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 Castillo de Molina Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-castillo-molina-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,San Pedro 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a bold and jammy Valpolicella with loads of power and alcohol that would pair with stewy meat dishes or game meat. You'll feel the heat on the nose followed by determined aromas of exotic spice, cherry maraschino and amaretto liqueur.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tommaso Bussola 2005 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2005-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Tommaso Bussola 12.5,Red,Italy,"Valpolicella Vigneto Rafaèl opens with bright cherry and wild berry aromas followed by cola and white almond. The wine is crisp, informal and easy going in terms of form and substance.",Vigneto Rafaèl,16,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tommasi 2008 Vigneto Rafaèl (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-vigneto-rafael-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Tommasi 14.5,Red,Australia,"Clancy's is a reliable Barossa blend that in 2008 is 50% Shiraz, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon and 16% Merlot. It's a supple wine, the bright cherry fruit framed by tart acids rather than firm tannins. Drink it over the next couple of years.",Clancy's Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,17,86,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2008 Clancy's Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2008-clancys-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2008,Peter Lehmann 14.5,Red,Chile,"Rubber and prune are the lead aromas, and overall the nose is big but flat. Conversely, the palate is clacky and tough on the surface, with herbal, roasted-berry flavors. Dark and herbal on the finish as well, with a clunky, somewhat awkward fade. Not as clean and pure as the 2007 version.",Edición Limitada,22,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Edición Limitada Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-edicion-limitada-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Morandé 12.5,Red,US,"Mostly Sangiovese with a small dose of Petit Verdot, this has attractive vanilla, dark cherry and spice aromatics, but a green, stalky note that lingers throughout. Supple tannins mingle pleasantly with tobacco and smoke on the palate.",Riserva,17,84,North Carolina,Swan Creek,,Raffaldini 2007 Riserva Sangiovese (Swan Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raffaldini-2007-riserva-sangiovese-swan-creek/,Sangiovese,2007,Raffaldini 13,Red,Spain,"Candied cherry and raspberry aromas are anything but complex or serious, while the palate is lean, sheering, crisp and more tart than flavorful. Scouring on the finish, and not really offering much of anything.",,9,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-rioja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Rioja Vega 12.5,White,Chile,"This marks two years in a row that this wine ranks low. It's dull, devoid of aromas and sour. Tastes green and bland, with little to latch onto. Just never gets going.",Edición Limitada,22,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Edición Limitada Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-edicion-limitada-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Morandé 14,Red,Italy,"Guado al Tasso is a wine that will make you fall uncontrollably in love with Italy. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot are expertly blended to produce amazing intensity, purity and texture. You'll appreciate aromas of mineral, ripe fruit, leather, tobacco and chocolate.",Guado al Tasso,102,97,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Marchesi Antinori 2007 Guado al Tasso (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2007-guado-al-tasso-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Marchesi Antinori 13,White,Austria,"One of Austria's great Rieslings, Loimer's Steinmassl is a wonderful, elegant and restrained statement. At two years, it is very young, as the rich peach and honey flavors are just waiting to come out. It is just off dry, but the intense structure keeps the wine beautifully focused on minerality.",Langenlois Steinmassl Reserve,,95,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2008 Langenlois Steinmassl Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2008-langenlois-steinmassl-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2008,Loimer 14.9,Red,US,"This is a big, age-worthy 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Tasted now, it's dryly tannic, with the black currant and crème de cassis flavors buried under a cloak of astringency. New oak, which comprises 80% of the barrels, adds even greater tannins. Give this wine at least six years, and it should continue to blossom in a good cellar for another decade.",Alexander,125,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2007 Alexander Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2007-alexander-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Volker Eisele Family Estate ,Red,Italy,"Marchesale is an excellent Syrah with an inky, black appearance and intense aromas of blueberry, plum, prune, black pepper and crushed stone. The wine shows incredible richness and density and lasts long on the palate thanks to its firm, succulent tannins.",Marchesale,80,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre del Marchesato 2007 Marchesale Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2007-marchesale-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Terre del Marchesato 14,Red,Portugal,"Rui Reguinga, named Portugal's Winemaker of the Year in 2009, produces this sumptuous wine. The fruit is rich, with jammy berries and plums, balanced with spice from wood aging. The core of tannins suggests a powerful wine that will age well.",Reserva,38,94,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2007 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2007-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Quetzal 15.1,Red,US,"A great Bordeaux-style wine that can stand proudly next to Napa bottlings that cost far more. It's mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with the other four permitted Meritage varieties, and there seems to be lots of new, sweetly toasted oak. The blackberry, cherry, red currant, mocha and bacon flavors are delicious, but even better is the tannic structure. It's soft and alluring enough to drink now.",Symmetry Red,55,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2007 Symmetry Red Meritage (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2007-symmetry-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Meritage,2007,Rodney Strong 13.5,Red,Italy,"Madre, or mother in Italian, is a feminine but sturdy blend that shows both the floral and forest berry characteristics of the Cabernet backed by the natural heft and intensity of the Sangiovese. This impressive super Tuscan blend would make a perfect partner to grilled steak or marinated pork.",Madre,70,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Antico 2006 Madre Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2006-madre-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Poggio Antico ,White,US,"Fresh and firm, with juicy primary fruits that meld together flavors of tropical and stone fruits—a riot of papaya, peach, pineapple, candied lemon and more. The butterscotch barrel notes glide into the mid-palate and coat the back of the throat, resonating long after the wine is swallowed. Based on previous vintages, this is a surefire six to eight year wine for cellaring.",,36,94,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Abeja 2009 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Abeja 14.3,Red,US,"What a great wine for the price. It's made from various Napa mountain vineyards, and shows concentrated blackberry and black currant flavors, wrapped into superfine Napa tannins that go down with silky smoothness. Not cheap, but the price is a bargain compared to superexpensive Napa Cabs. At nearly 6,000 cases produced, it's a steal.",,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Atlas Peak 14,Dessert,Italy,"Light in color and bright in intensity, this luminous late-harvest Moscadello boasts enormous purity of aromas. The wine is also delicate and feminine with tones of yellow rose, vanilla cream and apricot that accent it's thick, creamy texture. Not cloying or too sweet; would pair well with pâté.",Vendemmia Tardiva,55,94,Tuscany,Moscadello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2008 Vendemmia Tardiva (Moscadello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2008-vendemmia-tardiva-muscat-moscadello-moscadello-montalcino/,Moscadello,2008,La Poderina 14.8,Red,US,"Napa red wine hardly gets more delicious than this. It's so soft and velvety, so rich in chocolate, blackberry and smoky oak flavors, that you can't resist sip after sip. It really defines the modern Napa style. The blend is Tempranillo, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, and the grapes were grown on the winery's estate vineyard in the heart of Atlas Peak.",The Doctor,75,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2006 The Doctor Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2006-doctor-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Krupp Brothers 14.5,Red,Portugal,"His skills show in this rich, powerful, finely balanced wine. It has layers of black berry fruits, damsons, bitter chocolate and a good core of acidity. Give this impressive wine 3–4 years.",Rapariga da Quinta Reserva,23,94,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2008 Rapariga da Quinta Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2008-rapariga-quinta-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Luis Duarte 14.4,Red,US,"Just exquisite, combining power with elegance to produce a truly great Pinot Noir. The vineyard is in the heart of the appellation. The cool climate has made it dry, crisp and silky, but it shows powerfully concentrated cherry, pomegranate, mocha and bacon flavors, with overlays of smoky sandalwood. Compellingly good, this Pinot will develop over the next 6–8 years.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2008-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roar 15.5,Red,US,"Zinfandel isn't ordinarily a wine you want to age, but this dry, tannic bottle will improve in the cellar. Made from Seghesio's estate vineyard in the southern Alexander Valley, it's amazingly rich in mulberry, currant, spice and mineral flavors, with beautiful tannins and perfect acidity. It's gorgeous now, with a few hours of decanting, but will show increasing interest over the next four to six years.",San Lorenzo,60,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2007 San Lorenzo Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2007-san-lorenzo-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Seghesio ,Red,France,"Structured and still fresh, an enticing wine that dances with its acidity and crisp tannins. At the same time, the texture is relatively closed, promising some more aging.",Clos de Chênes Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Michel Lafarge 2004 Clos de Chênes Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-lafarge-2004-clos-de-chenes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Lafarge 13,Red,Italy,"Cignale, or wild boar is one of Tuscany's best expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon. A small percentage of Merlot is added for softness and flavor and the wine oozes darkness, blackberry and exotic spice at its core. Pair it with game meat or spicy pork sausage.",Cignale,83,93,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Cignale 2005 Cignale Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cignale-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Cignale 14.2,Red,US,"Run, don't walk, to find this rich Merlot. It shows vast berry, currant, mocha, licorice and cola flavors, wrapped into superfine tannins and balanced with fine acidity. Easy to find, with 7,600 cases produced.",,25,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2007 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2007-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Chateau St. Jean 13,Red,France,"At 40 acres, Saint-Pierre is small for the Médoc, but it is certainly performing well. As fine as the 2005, the 2008 is a stylish wine that also packs a firm punch of dense fruit, firm tannins and mouthwateringly juicy acidity. For medium-term aging.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Saint-Pierre 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Saint-Pierre 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This Cabernet-based wine is supremely elegant. It brings together new wood flavors, firm and dry Cabernet tannins and powerful concentration. It has great depth of flavor; very complex, the acidity promising good aging.",Quinta da Bacalhôa,30,93,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Quinta da Bacalhôa Cabernet Sauvignon (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-quinta-cabernet-sauvignon-peninsula-setubal/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.8,Red,US,"This is one of the most forward and accessible of Calera's new releases. It's superrich now in black cherry liqueur, mocha, licorice, bacon and spice flavors, a seductively silky wine that's a total hedonistic pleasure. If you can keep from drinking it now, it should develop well over the next 6–8 years.",Ryan Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2007 Ryan Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2007-ryan-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calera 13.5,Red,Italy,"The fine folks at Castello di Monsanto manage to always produce elegant and harmonious wines from Tuscany. This exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon shows remarkable quality both in terms of its flavor presentation and its territory-driven personality. The long fade is colored by blackberry, cherry and spice flavors.",Nemo,50,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 2004 Nemo Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2004-nemo-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Castello di Monsanto 14.8,Red,US,"Textbook Howell Mountain Cabernet, classic in the volume of its tannins and the intensity of its fruit. Massive and delicious in blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and oak flavors that sink down into the palate and stay there. So good now, it's hard not to drink, but should develop bottle complexity over the next 10 years.",,80,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Robert Craig 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Craig ,Dessert,US,"Fully botrytised, 46% residual sugar, from 30-year-old vines, this is an unctuous, TBA-style dessert wine. Honeyed and decadently rich, it soaks its peach and apricot fruit in a thick wash of honey and caramel, streaked with mocha and lightly scented with jasmine highlights. Should age for decades.",Golden Berry Select,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Golden Berry Select Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-golden-berry-select-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2008,Olsen Estates ,Red,France,"This has the great aromatic complexity you expect from Rugiens. Generous and full textured, this is a full-bodied, rounded wine. Sweet red fruits, touched by spice, are well balanced with a streak of acidity. Wait for four years, at least.",Les Rugiens Premier Cru,80,94,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine de Courcel 2007 Les Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courcel-2007-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine de Courcel ,White,US,"The Celilo Vineyard is arguably the finest location in Washington for growing Gewürztraminer, and over the years quite a few winemakers from both Washington and Oregon have worked with these grapes. No one does a better job than Chris Dowsett, and this new vintage is his finest to date. A thrilling wine, from the first sniff to the last lingering sip—lemon peel, sappy citrus fruits, rich minerals, perfect acidity— it's all here in spades.",Celilo Vineyard,22,94,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Dowsett Family 2009 Celilo Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dowsett-family-2009-celilo-vineyard-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Dowsett Family 14.9,Red,US,"Amazingly delicious and soft. Defines the modern Napa Cabernet style, with the tasteful elegance Hall wines are known for. With 20% Merlot, it displays dazzlingly rich flavors of blackberries, black cherries, red currants and mocha, with a savory note of bacon. Now–2013.",Ellie's,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2007 Ellie's Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-ellies-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hall ,Red,Italy,"This rich blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese) opens with pretty chocolate tones followed by opulent cherry, spice, leather, tobacco and cola. This is a well shaped and focused wine with a linear, elegant feel in the mouth capped by soft, chewy texture.",,120,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Grattamacco 2007 Bolgheri Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2007-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Grattamacco 13.5,Red,France,"Firmly tannic, showing rich black fruits and sweet juicy berry flavors, along with a dry core of structure that promises aging. A powerful wine, it has weight as well as delicious final acidity.",,169,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Drouhin 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Beautifully rich and smooth, with mint and new wood aromas, and fresh spice. All this goes with intense, serious structure, black fruits and concentrated tannins. The wine is a powerhouse of intensity, with a great medium-term aging capacity (5–8 years).",Malhadinha Tinto,90,94,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Malhadinha Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the softness and herbal quality that mark Alexander Valley Cabernet, in the best sense. The wine feels fine and beautiful in the mouth, with the complexity and elegance to pair with great food. Delightful for its cherry, berry, currant, cola and oak flavors. Great now, and should develop over the next five years.",Best Barrels,75,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2007 Best Barrels Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2007-best-barrels-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Blue Rock 13.5,Red,France,"High toast aromas are filled out on the palate with rich, concentrated fruit and bitter chocolate flavors. This powerful, impressive wine is spicy and densely packed. At this stage, it feels hard edged, but that will fill out in the next 3–4 years as the wine broadens out.",Le Cèdre,60,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2007 Le Cèdre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2007-le-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château du Cèdre 14.9,Red,US,"Typically Calera's most luscious, delicious wine in youth. The year 2007 was kind, and the result is a Pinot rich in cherries, raspberries, licorice and cola, wrapped into a silky texture, with near perfect acids and tannins. As good as it is now, it should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Mills Vineyard,45,94,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2007 Mills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2007-mills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calera 14.6,Red,US,"A spectacular Pinot that succeeds due to superior structure and complex flavors. With a silky texture, it feels smooth in the mouth, and shows dry, cool-climate flavors of raspberries, cola, oranges and anise, with the most lovely overlay of smoky oak. Beautiful acidity and finely meshed tannins provide the architecture. Drink now–2014.",Michaela's Reserve,110,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Brogan 2006 Michaela's Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brogan-2006-michaelas-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2006,Brogan 13.5,White,Austria,"The Knoll Grüner style is for a hint of steel, doses of minerality and not too much ornateness despite the wonderfully elaborate traditional bottle labels. The intense fruit, spice and peach character is balanced by acidity, a taut, nervy edge. It will certainly age for 5–6 years.",Ried Loibenberg Smaragd,50,94,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2008 Ried Loibenberg Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2008-ried-loibenberg-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Emmerich Knoll ,Red,France,"Ripe, generous, powerful and opulent, the wine combines blackberry juice character with mature spice and mushroom flavors. This is a massive wine, with a gorgeous velvet texture, only a taut core of tannins. Despite moving towards a mature phase, it has many years ahead.",Les Rugiens Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Parent 2003 Les Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-parent-2003-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Parent ,Red,France,"Gorgeous, rich Pinot flavors float over soft, ripe tannins. Strawberry-fruit flavors offer freshness and bright acidity. The dense texture is very evident, layered with wonderfully perfumed flavors from wood and fruit.",Les St.-Georges Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Henri Gouges 2008 Les St.-Georges Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-gouges-2008-st-georges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Henri Gouges ,Red,France,"Already a beautifully balanced wine, with firm tannin, ripe cherry fruits and a fine, elegant structure. A plush feel is just beginning to develop, showing through the tight, closed youthful texture.",Clos des Chênes Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Clos des Chênes Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-clos-chenes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is dry and crisp and enormously complex. It flatters the palate with waves of blackberries, cherries, currants, tangerines, bacon, white pepper and sweet vanilla oak, and the all-important tannin structure is fine. It's 94% Syrah, while 6% Viognier brings the perfect bite of acidity and citrus.",Sixer,35,94,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Coquelicot 2008 Sixer Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2008-sixer-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Coquelicot 14,Red,Italy,"Saffredi is a beautiful wine, worthy of membership in an elite class of super Tuscan wines from Italy. The blend is Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and a tiny percentage of Syrah and the overall result is that of plushness, softness and intensity. Aromas include spice, chocolate, blackberry and cherry.",Saffredi,130,94,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2005 Saffredi (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2005-saffredi-maremma/,Red Blend,2005,Fattoria Le Pupille 14,Red,Italy,"You'll love the tones of rich chocolate, leather, berry fruit, cassis and vanilla. All those aromas are backed by dense, rich extraction and smooth softness.",Tenuta Belguardo,70,94,Tuscany,Maremma,,Mazzei 2007 Tenuta Belguardo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2007-tenuta-belguardo-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Mazzei ,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely, rich wine with mature red berry tones followed by sharp mineral definition and bright aromas of fresh Indian spice. The wine is dense and decadent and could stand up to beef tenderloin with balsamic reduction.",Sapaio,80,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Podere Sapaio 2007 Sapaio (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-sapaio-2007-sapaio-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Podere Sapaio ,Red,France,"With its fine tannic structure, plum juice sweetness and beautifully ripe fruits, this is a wine that combines structure with a rich velvet coat. The acidity gives a fine lift, bringing out strawberries and a final piercing freshness.",Les Amoureuses Premier Cru,280,94,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Les Amoureuses Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-amoureuses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"This is beautifully aromatic and assertively tannic, with monster fruit that overtakes the 100% new oak and shows no hint of heat from the 15.5% alcohol. It's big, yet graceful, with veins of smoke and rock wrapped around the dense cassis and berry fruit. Young as it is, this has immense concentration and depth.",The Evil Twin,60,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2008 The Evil Twin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2008-evil-twin-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Gorman 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This Brut-style wine feels extraordinarily refined in the mouth, with a silky, airy texture. The flavors of toffee, butterscotch, orange marmalade and vanilla bean are rich, but balanced with yeasty bitterness and bright acidity. Gorgeous to drink now, anywhere, anytime, with practically anything. Pricey, yes, but worth it for special occasions.",Joy! Rosé,160,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1996 Joy! Rosé Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-joy-rose-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1996,Iron Horse ,Red,France,"Very firm, very straight—the severe side of Chambolle-Musigny. The tannins are dense, giving a wine that has a solid fruit structure, coffee and licorice flavors, very dark in character, concentrated.",Les Baudes Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Jadot 2006 Les Baudes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2006-baudes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2006,Louis Jadot ,Red,France,"A ripe, red berry-fruit flavored wine, highlighted with sweet cherries. At this young stage, it shows more fruit than structure. Tannins are here, likely to flesh out the wine as it develops. For the moment, enjoy the great swathes of sweet fruit.",Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru,53,94,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Chandon de Briailles 2006 Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-briailles-2006-ile-vergelesses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Chandon de Briailles ,Red,France,"A powerful, almost severe wine, with a strong core of dry tannins over the black fruits. There are hints of red cherry and spice from wood. The main structure dominates, and will need several years to round out.",Les Epenots Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Parent 2006 Les Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-parent-2006-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Parent ,Red,France,"A delectable, perfumed wine, with sweet and intense fruit flavors and a soft, velvet character. Soft Pinot Noir, full of black fruits, plums and red cherries. Needs medium-term aging, perhaps four years.",Clos des Chênes Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Michel Lafarge 2007 Clos des Chênes Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-lafarge-2007-clos-chenes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Michel Lafarge 14,Red,Portugal,"A selection from the Quinta da Bacalhôa vineyard, this sumptuous wine layers the darkest fruit flavors with a structure that is solid, dense and powerful. Juicy plums, licorice and a firm, stalky edge go with wood aging and bone-dry tannins. Age for 5–6 years.",Palácio da Bacalhôa,49,94,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 Palácio da Bacalhôa Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-palacio-da-red-peninsula-setubal/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.9,Red,US,"For sheer deliciousness, it's hard to beat this Syrah. It shows intensely concentrated blackberry, cherry and liqueur flavors, with rich, smoky oak complexities, and the mouthfeel is pure velvet. For all the richness, the wine finishes dry and elegant. Compellingly good, and a worthy alternative to a great Napa Valley Cabernet.",Three Creek Vineyard,36,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2007 Three Creek Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2007-three-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Andrew Murray ,Red,France,"The Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus is a 10-acre parcel in the heart of the Grèves vineyard that once belonged to Carmelite nuns. This vintage, while marked by acidity and soft fruit, does have a firm edge of dark tannins, filled out with plum and red cherry flavors.",Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus Grèves Premier Cru,115,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus Grèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-vigne-lenfant-jesus-greves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils 14,Red,Portugal,"A wonderful, rich wine, fermented in open stone lagars, giving a concentrated, beautifully soft wine. The texture is dense and velvety; ripe black fruits are given further complexity by wood aging. A superb wine, powerful and elegant.",Reserva,35,94,Dão,,,Vinha Paz 2007 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinha-paz-2007-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Vinha Paz 14,Dessert,Italy,"Made with Zibibbo and a smaller percentage of Malvasia grapes, L'Ecrù is a fabulous Sicilian Passito dessert wine with unique aromas of candied fruit, orange zest, apricot, honey and a touch of natural rubber. The thick, syrupy mouthfeel is loaded tight with more apricot flavors.",L'Ecrù,39,94,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Firriato 2008 L'Ecrù White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firriato-2008-lecru-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Firriato 12.5,Sparkling,US,"DVX is Mumm Napa's top of the line vintage bottling. This '02 is a 50-50 blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, making it a brut. It's very high in acidity, and the bubbles are tiny and refined, giving it the ultra-smooth mouthfeel you want in a superior sparkling wine. The raspberry, lime and pear flavors are rich, but subtle, reined in by yeastiness and a tangy minerality. Drink this luxurious bubbly now and over the next 10 years.",DVX,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2002 DVX Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2002-dvx-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Mumm Napa ,Dessert,US,"A Poet's Leap botrytis-affected Riesling was first done in 2005; this is the second. Opens with a sensational smorgasbord of scents from honey and citrus to pineapple, celery, cucumber, orange blossom, lemon verbena and so on and on. Full bodied and extremely youthful, this has a long life ahead.",Botrytis,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Poet's Leap 2008 Botrytis Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poets-leap-2008-botrytis-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Poet's Leap 14.2,Red,US,"Syrah master Novy has given us a beautiful Syrah to drink now with rich lamb, beef and pork dishes, or perhaps a Latin-inspired black bean soup. It's rich, softly lush and dry, and the blackberry, currant, mocha and sandalwood flavors have exciting edges of salty cured meats and freshly crushed black pepper. Really exquisite, but only 263 cases were produced.",Rosella's Vineyard,33,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-rosellas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2008,Novy ,Red,US,"Fruit sources for this limited-production Walla Walla bottling of Northstar Merlot include Leonetti's Loess vineyard, and Windrow and Anna Marie in the Seven Hills. Thick, lush and richly evocative, it shows Napa-like density. Chocolatey black fruits and baking spices add to the rich midpalate, which qualifies for the often-abused word ‘hedonistic.'",,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Northstar 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Northstar ,Red,France,"Initially, the red fruits dominate, exploding in the mouth. Then the tannins take over, giving a wine that is hugely structured and powerful. The fruits, though, are as impressive as the tannins, the combination giving a wine that is both juicy and smoky, finished with new wood.",Les Rugiens Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Parent 2006 Les Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-parent-2006-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Parent 15.3,Red,US,"A terrific Cabernet that gives all the richness and opulence you expect in an expensive Napa Cab, yet controls it with firm tannins, acidity, minerals and earthiness. Explosive in blackberry and cherry-pie filling and chocolate granola-bar flavors that are so delicious, you can't stop reaching for another glass. The grapes come 100% from the winery's Atlas Peak appellation vineyard.",,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bialla 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bialla-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bialla 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"This is a beautiful and delicate dessert wine with lightly musty notes that appear in the back of candied fruit, orange zest, almond paste, stone fruit and vanilla cream. It feels light and buoyant on the close but also delivers the heft and personality you need for a pairing with aged goat cheese and apricot jelly.",Casa Lola,,94,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Tre Monti 2007 Casa Lola (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2007-casa-lola-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2007,Tre Monti ,Red,France,"The tannins set the scene with their firm character and solid structure. Licorice and bitter coffee flavors follow, and only then do the fruits come in. Black cherries are firm and ripe, with black plum skin texture. The wine is very concentrated and powerful. Give it four years or more.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Louis Jadot 2006 Les Suchots Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2006-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2006,Louis Jadot 14.7,Red,US,"The vineyard is right next to those of Melville and Babcock, in the appellation's northern tenderloin. The wine is rich, full-bodied and ripe, quite dense and concentrated. Shows masses of black cherries, raspberries, currants, licorice, beef jerky and spicy sandalwood, leading to a long finish. This Pinot Noir needs time. Best after 2013.",Turner Vineyard,46,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Samsara 2008 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samsara-2008-turner-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Samsara 13.5,Red,France,"Dark colored, highly perfumed wine, packing rich fruit with its ripe, chunky structure. Black berries give a juicy character, taming the acidity, and allowing the wood smoke to wreath around the wine. Age for at leasy six years, but this can withstand more.",,,94,Burgundy,Mazis-Chambertin,,Maison Champy 2008 Mazis-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-pinot-noir-mazis-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy ,White,US,"This is the first all-estate-grown Chardonnay bottled by Woodward Canyon since 2003. Fermented in one-year-old Burgundy barrels, it's a Washington Chablis that brings exceptional focus and persistence to bear on flavors of intense citrus, honeyed candy, orange peel, spice and even a slim hint of chocolate. The mix of fruit, herb and mineral combines to create a terroir-laden wine that is beautifully complex and proportioned.",Estate,48,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2009-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Woodward Canyon ,Dessert,Italy,"Pure joy and beauty emanate from the gorgeous bouquet of this golden dessert wine from northeast Italy. Intense aromas include peach, apricot, honey, almond and yellow rose and the impression the wine makes in the mouth is that of density and opulence. You can pair it with a not too sweet dessert, like panna cotta, or drink it alone.",Tal Lùc,88,94,,Friuli,,Lis Neris 2006 Tal Lùc White (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2006-tal-luc-white-friuli/,White Blend,2006,Lis Neris 15.2,Red,US,"An ultrarich Cabernet whose ripe fruit is as elaborate as you can get. Ditto for the soft, plush tannins and the wealth of fine, sweet oak. Despite the wealth of blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and cola flavors, it's not a wine to drink now, because the tannins and acids are so pert. Give it a good six years in the cellar.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,235,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paul Hobbs 2007 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2007-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Paul Hobbs 15.1,Red,US,"The richness of this wine is immediately evident. It defines lushness, opulence, velvety ripeness, complexity, in short, Napa Bordeaux at its heady best. It's not subtle, offering waves of blackberry jam, black currant and chocolate flavors, but it's so good, you just can't keep from drinking it. And after all, that's the first duty of wine. Only 550 cases produced. Drink now–2013.",ERA,170,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2007 ERA Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2007-era-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Alpha Omega ,Red,France,"A distinguished wine, with power and richness but also dignity. The structure is more fine than firm, showing some dark tannins but more black fruits. There is a mineral edge, giving some good tension, the wine finishing dense.",,,94,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Albert Bichot 2008 Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2008,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,"Closed up at this stage, firm and powerful. The potential is here, with concentrated black fruits and dark tannins. As it develops, it will show a rich side, the tannins more tarry, the berry fruits sweeter. Age for at least five years.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Albert Bichot 2006 Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2006-domaine-clos-frantin-aux-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2006,Albert Bichot ,Red,US,"Sadly, just 44 cases were produced, from Block 1 of the original estate vineyard. Rhubarb, cherry, cinnamon and suggestions of light tropical fruits are delicately entwined here. It would be easy to skip over the wine's complexity; you must let it breathe open and it will reward you with fascinating, subtle layers that slowly unravel.",Quarter Mile Lane Vineyard,90,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2008 Quarter Mile Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-quarter-mile-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelsheim 14.3,Red,US,"Grown on Antinori's original property, high on Atlas Peak, although you'd never know it from searching the front or back labels. It's a very fine wine, dry and elegantly constructed, with little of the baby fat over-the-topness that affects some Napa Cabs. Within that firm structure are extraordinarily complex blackberry, black currant and spicy plum flavors. Delicious now despite the firm tannins, and should develop over the next 8–10 years, at least.",Antinori Family Estate,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Antica 2007 Antinori Family Estate Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-2007-antinori-family-estate-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Antica 10,Dessert,Italy,"Juvelo is an awesome Gewürztraminer-based dessert wine from cool-climate northern Italy that shows pristine aromas of stone fruit, white almond blossom and citrus freshness. What helps make this wine stand apart is its light and delicate nature.",Juvelo,50,94,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2008 Juvelo Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2008-juvelo-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Andriano 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Inspired by the Italian word for pearl, La Perlara is a delicious dessert wine that boasts a luminous golden color and intense aromas of honey, almond, apricot and sweet yellow rose. There's also a touch of piquant spice at the end that sets it apart, and the mouthfeel is indeed as smooth and silky as a pearl.",La Perlara,63,94,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Ca' Rugate 2007 La Perlara (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2007-perlara-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2007,Ca' Rugate 15,Red,US,"True to the dense, muscular style of Woodward Canyon's Merlots, this elevates the complexity in a near-perfect vintage. Deep and textural, it packs together concentrated red fruits, preserves and cassis. At first it shows a little heat from the 15% alcohol, but as it breathes open over hours (and even days) the primary fruit gives way to subtle veins of olive, earth, coffee and toast.",,39,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Woodward Canyon ,Red,Italy,"This iconic Italian wine from Bolgheri's landmark Sassicaia vineyard (characterized by little rocks, or “sassi”) offers an elegant bouquet comprised in equal measure by mineral, fruit and spice nuances. The wine consists of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc and the finish is long, smooth and very fine. This is an ageworthy wine that should not be opened before 2018.",Sassicaia,220,95,Tuscany,Bolgheri Sassicaia,,Tenuta San Guido 2007 Sassicaia (Bolgheri Sassicaia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2007-sassicaia-red-bolgheri-sassicaia/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta San Guido 13.5,Red,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet, this wine is rich and opulent, without being at all heavy or exaggerated. The mouthfeel is smooth, soft but structured and there is a long fruit and spice flavored finish.",Madre,,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Antico 2007 Madre Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2007-madre-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Poggio Antico ,Red,France,"Tannic and structured, chunky in style and texture. There are smoky flavors, acidity, berry fruits and black cherries as well as richness. There is a certain severity here, the wine passing through a firm stage before developing further complexity. Age for another six years.",Clos des Chênes Premier Cru,,95,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Michel Lafarge 2006 Clos des Chênes Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-lafarge-2006-clos-chenes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Michel Lafarge ,Red,France,"A big, rounded wine, its acidity a foil to the ripe fruit and dusty texture. The structure is chunky and corpulent, the fruit strawberry and red plum fruit packed tightly. It is still integrating, definitely promising some long-term aging.",,,95,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14,Red,France,"Big and tannic, while at the same time potentially rich and smooth, this is, as always, an impressive wine. It has weight and dense texture. A solid wine that shows great potential; for now, revel in the plum juice and final acidity that provide a bright counterpoint to the solid, brooding structure.",,,95,Burgundy,Clos de Tart,,Clos de Tart 2007 Clos de Tart,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-tart-2007-pinot-noir-clos-tart/,Pinot Noir,2007,Clos de Tart 14.5,White,US,"An awesome Chardonnay that gives everything you want in richness, yet frames it in a structural integrity rare in California. Dazzles with tropical fruit, green apple and pear flavors, with a brilliant overlay of oak that adds buttered toast and spice flavors, not to mention sturdy oak tannins. But it's the zesty acidity, like a squirt of lime juice, that really elevates this wine.",Ulises Valdez Vineyard,70,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2008 Ulises Valdez Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2008-ulises-valdez-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Paul Hobbs ,White,US,"With residual sugar at about 1.35%, this balances the acidity without seeming sweet. Hand-picked and whole-cluster pressed, this immaculate, fresh, generous and stylish Riesling is always at the top of the list of Washington's best. Loaded with grapefruit, citrus and stone flavors, it cleans the palate and piles on the details as it rolls into a finish that lingers for well over a full minute.",,20,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Poet's Leap 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poets-leap-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Poet's Leap ,Red,Italy,"Sorugo (a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc) is nothing short of gorgeous with elegant aromas of polished mineral, cherry, chocolate, leather and brooding black fruit. It's soft and textured with a refreshing note of acidity backed by excellent density.",Sorugo,40,95,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Aia Vecchia 2007 Sorugo (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aia-vecchia-2007-sorugo-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Aia Vecchia 15,Red,Italy,"Fruit was picked later than normal and the Masseto Merlot does indeed show mature aromas of black cherry, ripe blackberry, earthy iron and polished stone. The intensity and purity are amazing and the wine is sophisticated, soft and very rich on the finish. It is already showing beautiful evolution in the glass.",Masseto,460,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2005 Masseto Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2005-masseto-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2005,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 14.5,Red,Italy,In terms of overall quality this is the best yet from this sea-facing estate in coastal Tuscany. The blend sees Cabernet Sauvignon enhanced by Merlot and Cabernet Franc and the overall effect is one of impressive intensity and sophistication. The finish is velvety rich and smooth.,Argentiera,60,95,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta Argentiera 2007 Argentiera (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2007-argentiera-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta Argentiera 14.4,Red,US,"A tremendous Cabernet, authoritative and exciting. Shows a great structure of acidity and tannins, with a cedar and sweet tobacco earthiness. Yet it's also explosive in blackberries, black cherries, red and black currants and anise liqueur. A real accomplishment, and a great compliment to the high-altitude Stagecoach Vineyard, which straddles the Atlas Peak and Napa Valley appellation lines. Drink now–2016.",Stagecoach Vineyard,85,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2006 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2006-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sequoia Grove 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Ben Ryé is always a fabulous dessert wine from Pantelleria (an island off the coast of Sicily) and this expression shows beautiful liveliness and personality. You'll get aromas of stone fruit, apricot, honey, almond paste and even a spicy touch of fresh ginger. It feels smooth, rich and totally decadent.",Ben Ryé,40,95,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Donnafugata 2008 Ben Ryé (Passito di Pantelleria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2008-ben-rye-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2008,Donnafugata 14.5,Red,US,"Gorgeous, elegant and ageworthy. With a softly tannic structure, it's drinkable now, but should age and gain complexity for 10 years. Dry and smooth, it has complex flavors of blackberries, black cherries, currants, red licorice, cola and oak. Give it some time to breathe. Now–2017.",Cask,75,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2007 Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2007-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rubicon Estate 14.8,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet from some of Washington's oldest vines at Champoux and Sagemoor, this is a superb bottle, dense, compact and textural. A full mix of black fruits underscored with clean, moist earth and polished, silky tannins, finishes with pretty barrel flavors of spice and vanilla. Broad, deep and immensely pleasurable.",Old Vines,89,95,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodward Canyon 2007 Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2007-old-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Woodward Canyon 11,Dessert,Italy,"Tal Lùc comes in an elegant little bottle that beautifully sets the stage for the fabulous dessert wine to follow. The color is deeply golden and saturated and aromas include toasted almond, dried yellow rose, candied fruit and apricot. The creamy texture would pair with something different than dessert, say a delicate sliver of duck liver pâté.",Tal Lùc,88,95,,Friuli,,Lis Neris 2007 Tal Lùc White (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2007-tal-luc-white-friuli/,White Blend,2007,Lis Neris ,Red,US,"Though the blend includes small portions of other grapes—9% Syrah, 3% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc—this really champions the essential character of great Washington Cabernet. Its core fruit is supple and compact cassis and black cherry, with a spicy top note that resonates well into the finish. Concentrated and beautifully proportioned, with black olive and just a hint of leaf in the finish.",RiverBend Vineyard,42,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2008 RiverBend Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2008-riverbend-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fielding Hills ,Red,Argentina,"A wine that makes you take notice. The bouquet is intense, with minerality, char, huge black-fruit aromas and handsome shadings of chocolate and coffee. Power and purity come on like gangbusters, and the flavors are a classic mix of blackberry, cassis and fine Swiss chocolate. Heady, smooth and impressive. My highest rated wine yet from Carlos Pulenta's Vistalba label. Drink now through 2014. Composed of 87% Malbec with Bonarda and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Corte A,50,95,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vistalba 2007 Corte A Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistalba-2007-corte-a-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Vistalba ,Red,France,"With its solidly dry tannins, this is a powerhouse, very dark in texture, very structured. The fresh fruit is just showing from all this intensity. Still very youthful, this is an impressive wine for aging over many years.",,,95,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Chambertin Clos de Bèze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils ,White,France,"Rounded and fat, with the weight and power of white wines from Corton. The texture is taut, still very young, waiting to allow the full richness of the fruit to come through. Impressive, it needs a minimum of four years aging.",Domaine Héritiers Paul Chanson,,95,Burgundy,Corton Vergennes,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Domaine Héritiers Paul Chanson (Corton Vergennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-domaine-heritiers-paul-pinot-noir-corton-vergennes/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14.7,White,US,"It's easy to get ripe fruit in California and then plaster it in oak, but what's so difficult to achieve is the crisp, minerally structure this wine displays. It's rich in pineapple cream, Key lime pie, Meyer lemon sorbet, golden mango and vanilla oak flavors, but achieves balanced elegance with crisp acidity and a wonderful stony purity. Only 349 cases produced.",Proprietress Reserve,60,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Vine Cliff 2008 Proprietress Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2008-proprietress-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Vine Cliff 14.7,Red,US,"The most tannic and closed of Vine Cliff's magnificent array of '07 Cabernets. It's hard, with a bite of acidity, but it doesn't take much for the richness to explode. Blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate, butterscotch, sweet cinnamon spice, the list goes on and on. So rich and decadent, you can enjoy it now, but it will gather momentum over the next 6–8 years.",Pickett Road Vineyard,150,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 2007 Pickett Road Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2007-pickett-road-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vine Cliff 12,Sparkling,US,"This late-disgorged wine has been released at the age of 11 years. It's a beautiful wine, notable especially for the ultrafine feeling of the mousse, or bubbles. So refined and silky. Rich too are the flavors, in limes, strawberries, toasty lees and minerals. A spectacular sparkling wine that has many years of development ahead.",Carneros Cuvée,50,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1999 Carneros Cuvée Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1999-carneros-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Gloria Ferrer 13,White,Austria,"This is one of the great Rieslings from the Wachau, a wonderful panoply of ripe, tropical fruit, pierced with flint, spice and minerality. It is rich and opulent, while never losing sight of the core tautness of a fine Riesling.",Ried Schütt Smaragd,70,95,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2008 Ried Schütt Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2008-ried-schutt-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Emmerich Knoll 12,Dessert,Italy,"Passiró is a gorgeous dessert wine from Lazio in central Italy that shows enormous beauty and harmony. The wine is thick and creamy and brightens the palate with its bouquet of honey, creamy vanilla, candied fruit and apricot. Pair it with pâté or aged cheese.",Passirò,,95,Central Italy,Lazio,,Falesco 2007 Passirò White (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2007-passiro-white-lazio/,White Blend,2007,Falesco 13.9,Red,Italy,"Siepi is a gorgeous super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Merlot that exhibits richness, intensity and purity. This is a luscious and opulent expression with deep aromas of cherry, blackberry, chocolate, espresso bean and spice. The finish is super long and delicious.",Castello di Fonterutoli Siepi,120,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2007 Castello di Fonterutoli Siepi Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2007-castello-fonterutoli-siepi-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Mazzei ,Red,France,"With entrancing smoky aromas, this is a ripe, intense and powerful wine. The tannins are dry, contrasting with the black fruit-juice flavors, black chocolate and a dry final taste. For long-term aging.",Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,,95,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Jadot 2006 Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2006-clos-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2006,Louis Jadot ,Red,France,"This is a wonderful wine, very ripe, the blackberry and sweet fruits all here, While the tannins are solid and concentrated, they are in the center of a lush, beautifully rich series of flavors that range from fruit to licorice to spice. The wine shows great aging potential.",Les Baudes Premier Cru,95,95,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Jadot 2005 Les Baudes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2005-les-baudes-premier-cru-chambolle-musigny-115659/,Pinot Noir,2005,Louis Jadot ,Dessert,US,"Deep gold, the color of honey, picked at 53° brix, this is unbelievably dense and concentrated. Yet with the acidity in place, this wine has balance, support, and depth. It's not a fat, sugary blob. This drinks like a Canadian icewine. Honey, tropical fruits, candied orange, butterscotch, butter and toasted nuts—it just keeps on going.",Ice Wine,85,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Poet's Leap 2008 Ice Wine Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poets-leap-2008-ice-wine-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Poet's Leap ,Red,France,"A superb wine, the tannins carrying along the dense structure with ease and grace. The purity of the ripe berry fruit is very marked, with acidity giving freshness to the sweet wine. The whole ensemble is developing well, but will need many years' aging.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru,115,95,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Albert Bichot 2005 Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2005-domaine-clos-frantin-aux-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2005,Albert Bichot ,Red,US,"This 100% Merlot is sourced from Sagemoor Farms' Bacchus and Dionysus vineyards. For the first time, there is no Cabernet Franc in the blend. Richly fruity, with loads of cherry, raspberry compote and black currant flavors, this melds in grace notes of chocolate and caramel, seamlessly. Thick and flat-out luscious, yet structured with a tannic spine that gives definition and focus all the way through.",,38,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Abeja 13.5,Red,US,"Extraordinary for how drinkable it is right now, and for how it will evolve. Shows the crisp acidity and minerality of this cool-climate vineyard, with rich flavors of raspberries, cherry liqueur, cola, exotic spices, vanilla, buttered cinnamon toast and smoky sandalwood. Yet the tannic integrity should help it change in fascinating ways over the next six years. Decant for several hours.",Dutton Ranch Freestone Hill Vineyard,58,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Dutton Ranch Freestone Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-ranch-freestone-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutton-Goldfield 13.5,Red,US,"So dry, so crisply acidic, so silky in the mouth, and so rich in flavor. This is a truly distinctive Pinot Noir. It shows the variety's elusive personality, now rich in cherries and currants, withdrawing into minerals and herbs. Yet the final impression is of fine, silky decadence. Should develop in fascinating directions over the next 6–8 years.",Buena Prierra Vineyard Helio Doro Block,90,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Brogan 2007 Buena Prierra Vineyard Helio Doro Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brogan-2007-buena-prierra-vineyard-helio-doro-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brogan 14.4,Red,US,"An exotic Pinot Noir, feral and exciting in its appeal. Wildly complex, with the scents of a summertime walk through a coastal California woodland. Forest floor, mushroom, wild cherries and raspberries, roasted shank bone, licorice, sandalwood—the flavors go on and on, balanced with crisp acidity. So dry; a joy to experience.",Las Hermanas Vineyard,44,96,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Samsara 2008 Las Hermanas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samsara-2008-las-hermanas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Samsara 14.5,Red,Italy,"D'Alceo is a drop dead gorgeous wine that oozes intensity, blackness, fruitiness, exotic spice and smoke. In the mouth, this beautifully executed super Tuscan is about as rich, smooth and opulent as they come. You'll love the lingering notes of mature berry, chocolate and espresso that drive the long, smooth finish.",D'Alceo,275,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello dei Rampolla 2006 D'Alceo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-rampolla-2006-dalceo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello dei Rampolla 14.8,Red,US,"One of the richest Cabernets of the vintage. Amazingly soft and velvety in the mouth, yet there's a solid grip of acidity and tannins that balance the richness. The flavors are extraordinary, ranging from blackberry and cherry-pie filling through currant liqueur and milk chocolate to leather. So decadent now, it's hard to resist, but should develop for 4–6 years.",Kathryn Hall,80,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2007 Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-kathryn-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hall 14,Red,Italy,"This beautiful vintage of Paleo (an oak-aged expression of Cabernet Franc) shows dark, inky intensity and loads of mature black fruit, spice, plum, prune and blackberry. It is extremely smooth and rich with a long-lasting fade that consists of fruit and clove-like flavors. Yet, the tannins are still firm, so put this wine aside in your cellar for at least five years.",Paleo,125,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2006 Paleo Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2006-paleo-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Le Macchiole 14.5,Red,Italy,"No doubt you will very much enjoy this super Tuscan blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. The wine is rich, smooth and opulent: The quality of the fruit is also excellent with background shadings of black mineral, mature cherry, clove, rum cake, smoked ham and cola.",Oreno,100,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2007 Oreno Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2007-oreno-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta Sette Ponti 13.5,Red,Italy,"L'Apparita is a divine and delicate expression of Merlot with rich layers of black cherry, blackberry, spice, mocha, cedar, exotic spice and polished stone that are seamlessly woven together. The wine hits the palate with the softness and richness of the world's best Merlots and leaves a fading impression of fruit and spice that can be counted in many long, delicious minutes. Hold until 2018.",L'Apparita,169,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 2006 L'Apparita Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2006-lapparita-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2006,Castello di Ama ,White,US,"Luscious, rich, balanced and intensely fruity, this stunning effort may well be the best Chardonnay ever produced in Washington. Two-thirds old- vine Celilo vineyard grapes are blended with estate-grown fruit from even older vines that were planted in 1976. Candied citrus, especially Meyer lemon, lemon verbena and other fruity herbs, stone fruits and subtle layers of caramel and toast burst from the glass. But the most amazing thing is that this wine stays fresh after being opened for literally days, much like a grand cru Burgundy.",,44,96,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodward Canyon 2009 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Woodward Canyon 13.7,White,US,"This vineyard has proved itself for so many years that it's practically a guarantee of greatness. This 2008 is a real stunner. It's so rich and exotic, so balanced and dry, so clean. Dazzles with pear, pineapple, lychee, roasted hazelnut, crème brûlée, buttered toast, honey and spice flavors, wrapped into a creamy smooth mouthfeel. Brilliant and compelling. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch Rued Vineyard,45,96,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Dutton Ranch Rued Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-ranch-rued-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,Italy,"An impressive wine from an impressive vintage, this Tuscan expression of Cabernet Franc opens with opulent fruit notes of blackberry, prune, plum and ripe cherry backed by clove, pepper, leather and cigar box. The tannins are firm and silky and the fade is long and velvety.",Dedicato a Walter,90,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2007 Dedicato a Walter Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2007-dedicato-a-walter-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Poggio al Tesoro ,Dessert,Italy,"Beauty and purity emerge from the nose of this highly complex and delicate dessert wine. Aromas include pressed flowers, honey, white peach and a touch of mustiness that adds depth and dimension at the back. It's a smooth, succulent drink that delivers sweetness, but never too much of it. Gorgeous.",Picolit,90,96,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2006 Picolit Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2006-picolit-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2006,Livio Felluga 14,Dessert,Italy,"Picolit is a precious and uniquely Italian dessert wines that relies on a variety of special conditions to produce overwhelming elegance and concentration. Livio Felluga does a wonderful job with this wine that opens with a luminous golden color and segues to luscious, creamy flavors of honey, white flower and almond paste.",Picolit,90,97,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2007 Picolit Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2007-picolit-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2007,Livio Felluga ,Red,US,"Sourced from old-vine Bacchus and Weinbau fruit, this also includes 20% grapes from the estate's Heather Hill vineyard. The aromas are dense and penetrating, with a powerful mix of black fruits, ripe berries, smoke, earth, olive and coffee. From the first sniff to the last swallow, the flavors are beautifully integrated and the effect symphonic.",Reserve,85,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Abeja 14.7,Red,US,"A true sensation. Shows the richness and concentration you want in a great Napa Cab, but also a structure that lifts it above the soft, mushy wines that are so prevalent. There's real tannin and acid architecture framing the opulent blackberry, black currant, mineral and cedar flavors, and the finish is dry, dry, dry. Every sip offers something different as it changes in the glass. A world-class wine that defines elegance, power and complexity. Should age effortlessly for at least a decade.",16 Rows,150,97,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2007 16 Rows Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2007-16-rows-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vine Cliff 17,Dessert,Italy,"A true labor of love, this fabulous Vin Santo opens with beautiful intensity and infinite aromas of roasted chestnut, maple syrup, caramel, butterscotch and candied orange. It's divine in the mouth, with thick, luscious layers of glycerine and succulent sweetness. This is what Italians call a meditation wine that can easily be consumed alone after dinner.",Sant'Andrea Corsini,,97,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 1997 Sant'Andrea Corsini (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-1997-santandrea-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,1997,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 15,Red,Italy,"This wine shows growing intensity the longer it stays in the glass and a very silky, polished feel in the mouth. Aromas include red fruit, spice and rosemary: this is a beautiful, balanced wine that will have a long life in your cellar.",Masseto,460,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2006 Masseto Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2006-masseto-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2006,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 15.1,Red,US,"A very great Napa Cabernet by any standard. Defines the modern style of soft richness, with lavish flavors of blackberry tart, crème de cassis, blueberry, dark chocolate and the richest, sweetest toasty oak you can imagine. It's soft and ripe enough to drink now, yet shows a subtle structure that suggests aging for a decade. Possesses the extreme complexity and finesse that mark the greatest wines.",Stagecoach Vineyard,150,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paul Hobbs 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Paul Hobbs 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty much as good as Napa Cabernet gets. Shows the blackberries, black currants, blueberries and spicy plums of Oakville and scads of spices, and the tannin-acid structure is, in a word, superb. The oak elaboration is just about perfect, adding a tasteful layer of smoky, buttered toast. The finish goes on and on.",,75,98,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vine Cliff ,White,France,"The palate opens slowly, offering an initial citrus character, followed by wood and then, finally, wonderfully rich, but taut fruit. There is still a toast character here, with apricots and pear on top of the citrus, but it is still only just developing. In 10–15 years, it will be a magnificent wine.",,800,98,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2007-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Haut-Brion ,Red,Italy,"Scrio is a top-notch Syrah from Coastal Tuscany that does an excellent job of portraying not only the true nuances of the noble grape variety, but also the bounty of the beautiful territory that shaped it. Let this wine transport you to cypress-lined roads, stone farmhouses and Tuscan cuisine. The pleasure factor and richness are unbeatable.",Scrio,225,98,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2007 Scrio Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2007-scrio-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Le Macchiole 14,Red,Italy,"Galatrona is an opulent, gorgeous wine (from the excellent 2007) vintage that shows the very best of Merlot in Italy. Thanks to a unique growing climate located between Florence, Siena and Arezzo, as well as extremely low vineyard yields, the wine feels soft and velvety and imparts long-lasting flavors of black cherry, lively spice, tobacco and cigar box. The true beauty of Galatrona is that it shows all the passion and enthusiasm of its very talented winemaker.",Galatrona,135,98,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Petrolo 2007 Galatrona Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrolo-2007-galatrona-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2007,Fattoria Petrolo ,Red,Italy,"Paleo (a pure expression of Cabernet Franc from Coastal Tuscany) is a drop dead gorgeous wine with amazing intensity and purity of aromas. You get it all here: Bright berry notes, drying mineral, exotic spice, cooling acidity and firm, satisfying structure. It's a rich, velvety and beautiful wine that will award you a memorable drinking experience now or in 10 years time.",Paleo,125,98,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2007 Paleo Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2007-paleo-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Le Macchiole 14.5,Red,Italy,"Messorio (a 100% expression of delicious Merlot) is a wine that has already reached elite cult status and for very good reason. The opulence, richness and overall pleasure factor are unbeatable and the wine is sophisticated, elegant and balanced at the same time. The long fade is characterized by vanilla, chocolate, espresso, cherry and blackberry.",Messorio,320,98,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2006 Messorio Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2006-messorio-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2006,Le Macchiole ,Red,Italy,"The 2007 Ornellaia is a masterpiece blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a tiny element of Petit Verdot. The intensity and purity are outstanding and the wine delivers beautiful notes of chocolate, black cherry, leather, cedar and spice. It's a big, modern expression that closes long with luscious softness and opulent fruit. Hold 10 years or more.",Ornellaia,200,99,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2007 Ornellaia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2007-ornellaia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a “wow” wine you won't easily forget. Messorio is all Merlot, and happily delivers the softness, richness and overall opulence that we love in this noble grape variety. What elevates this particular expression and vintage is the true elegance and sophistication evident here. This is a huge wine, but it's not exaggerated and the finish is as long and smooth as they come.",Messorio,320,99,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2007 Messorio Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2007-messorio-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2007,Le Macchiole 15,Red,Italy,"A perfect wine from a classic vintage, the 2007 Masseto (100% Merlot from a 17-acre vineyard of the same name) opens with an unabashedly opulent bouquet of delicious blackberry, cherry, chocolate, vanilla, exotic spice and cinnamon. Masseto excels both in terms of quality of fruit and winemaking and delivers plush, velvety tannins and an extra long, supple finish. It will make a special and valuable collection to your cellar.",Masseto,460,100,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2007 Masseto Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2007-masseto-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2007,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 11.5,White,New Zealand,"Relatively broad on the palate and lush in texture, this Riesling's ripe melon and pear flavors are partially balanced by hints of citrus pith. Yet it remains sweet overall, and probably should be paired with spicy dishes or cheese to show at its best.",,17,87,Waipara,,,Grey's Peak 2009 Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greys-peak-2009-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2009,Grey's Peak 13.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted, herbal and blunt, with an acrid stemminess. The palate lacks ripeness and elegance as it delivers burnt, leafy, herbal flavors. Underwhelming.",,13,80,Northern Spain,Toro,,Vega Murillo 2008 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-murillo-2008-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Vega Murillo 14,White,Chile,"Oddly tropical and floral, like an Argentine Torrontés. Spritzy in the mouth but weird tasting and funky, with cloying, unusual flavors that frankly don't taste very good.",Natura,11,80,Rapel Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Natura Gewürztraminer (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-natura-gewurztraminer-rapel-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Emiliana 13.5,White,Chile,"Dull and cidery, with mealy apple aromas and similar flavors. Offers almost nothing besides a pale straw color, generic white fruit and corny side notes.",,10,81,Central Valley,,,Sassy Bitch 2008 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassy-bitch-2008-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Sassy Bitch 13.5,White,Chile,"Heavy, chunky and waxy, and really not that appealing. There's more than enough baked notes, corn and mealy qualities. Not much else to say.",,12,81,Central Valley,,,Asunto de Vino 2008 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asunto-vino-2008-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Asunto de Vino 13.3,Red,US,"Tar, tobacco and smoke can't mask the green tomato leaf characteristics on this ruby red Sangiovese. There are some interesting spice notes, but not a lot of ripeness or concentration in the fruit.",,29,81,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2007 Sangiovese (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2007-sangiovese-finger-lakes/,Sangiovese,2007,Ventosa 12.5,Red,US,"Dark char, spicy black plums and cherries, and an undertone of earthy barnyard make for an intriguing nose, but the palate on this red blend is soft and tired. Too many green notes and a hint of Band-Aids and rubber kick in on the midpalate.",Big Woods,18,81,North Carolina,Yadkin Valley,,Sanders Ridge 2007 Big Woods Red (Yadkin Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanders-ridge-2007-big-woods-red-yadkin-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Sanders Ridge 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells strange, with a mix of unknown spice and odd fruit aromas. The palate is snappy and sharp, with light fruit and oaky, resiny flavors that leave a lasting, confounding aftertaste. Rather pointless given all the good value-priced wines on the market.",Juan de Valdelana,11,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2009 Juan de Valdelana (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2009-juan-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Valdelana 13.5,White,US,"The nose is a tad high-toned, like apple juice concentrate from a can. It's full bodied and dry, with just a touch of sweetness on the palate, with a savory apple flavor that ends with a tart, green apple skin note.",,18,81,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2009 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2009-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2009,Veramar 12.5,Red,Italy,"Youthful and fresh, this ruby Valpolicella is thin and lacking in intensity. That said, it's an easy-drinking option that you could pair with appetizers of finger food.",Terre di Lanòli,,82,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Villa Canestrari 2009 Terre di Lanòli (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-canestrari-2009-terre-lanoli-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Villa Canestrari 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thin, crisp, no-fuss Valpolicella that would pair with pepperoni pizza or spaghetti and meat ragù. The natural acidity can cut through spicy meat and cheese, and the wine is lean but clean on the close.",,,82,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2008 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2008-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Antolini ,Red,US,"Quite dry and thin, with an odd mix of unripe fruit, sugary fruit, toasted seed and plastic. Just doesn't sit well in the mouth.",Alder Ridge Vineyard Inspiration,24,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Heaven's Cave 2008 Alder Ridge Vineyard Inspiration Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heavens-cave-2008-alder-ridge-vineyard-inspiration-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2008,Heaven's Cave 12.5,Red,Italy,"Easy, thin and watery, this ruby-colored Valpilicella has the natural crispness to pair with pizza with sausage and mozzarella. There's a touch of bitter almond on the close that would be nicely offset by sweet butter or cheese.",,,82,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Zecchini 2008 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zecchini-2008-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Zecchini 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is an easy, extremely thin Valpolicella that offers bright cherry and berry aromas and a lean, citrusy finish. Those informal qualities gear this wine to a pairing with cheesy pizza and sausage.",,14,82,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Brigaldara 2008 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2008-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Brigaldara 13.5,Red,France,"A disappointing effort This is earthy and dank, with dark, leathery notes contrasting sharply with bright acids on the finish.",La Grivelière Tete de Cuvee,10,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Père Anselme 2008 La Grivelière Tete de Cuvee Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pere-anselme-2008-griveliere-tete-cuvee-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Père Anselme ,Red,US,"Disjointed, sharp, astringent and thin, this shows little of the varietal character usually associated with grapes from the outstanding Destiny Ridge vineyard. There's a whiff of funk in the nose, but only tart, generic and unripe fruit in the mouth.",The Dweller,24,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Heaven's Cave 2008 The Dweller Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heavens-cave-2008-dweller-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Heaven's Cave 13.5,White,Chile,"Lazy smelling, oddly spiced and off the grid in an artificial, strange sort of way. Flavors of apple, spice and banana are mulled and cidery, while the finish is grabby and hot. Not as good as prior vintages. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva Viognier-Chardonnay,16,82,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Reserva Viognier-Chardonnay White (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-reserva-viognier-chardonnay-white-limari-valley/,White Blend,2009,Tamaya 13.5,Red,Chile,"A creamy, faux-smelling-and-tasting wine with loads of bogus oak character and limited stuffing or quality backing it up. Smells like a berry marshmallow or county fair cotton candy, yet the palate is hollow and sour. A masked wine that's trying to be tricky and isn't.",Reserve,14,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Santa Ema 13,White,Chile,"Simple and neutral, with sweetness to the nose. It's soft and flabby in the mouth, with candied vanilla and melon flavors. Sweet and low in intensity, and already it's dull despite being a new release.",Selection,6,82,Curicó Valley,,,Quasar 2010 Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2010-selection-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Quasar 13.5,Red,Chile,"Pepperwood's first foray into Chilean Pinot Noir leaves a bit to be desired, even at $7. The nose is mulchy and candied, while the palate is clumsy, with candied berry, cocoa powder, vanilla and other sweet flavors.",,7,82,Central Valley,,,Pepperwood Grove 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2009-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pepperwood Grove 14.2,White,US,"Lots of oak on this Chardonnay, but it's awkward, and feels overworked and sweetly simple, despite some pretty pineapple jam flavors.",Vintner's Selection,12,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rock Hollow 2009 Vintner's Selection Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-hollow-2009-vintners-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Rock Hollow 12.5,Red,Italy,"Bright, simple, pure this no-fuss Valpolicella drinks like one of those informal carafe wine served at the local Italian restaurant. There are bright cherry and berry aromas over a very lean mouthfeel.",,,82,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Nicolis 13.5,Red,US,An everyday Cabernet that's just barely worth the price. It's soft and sweet in pie-filling cherry and blackberry flavors.,,10,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castle Rock 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Castle Rock 12.5,Red,US,"Charred oak, green herbs and vanilla spice notes mix oddly. The palate is soft and plush, with notes of sweet mocha and chocolate, but also a bit tired and chalky with faint tannins in the background.",In a Heart Beat,18,82,North Carolina,Yadkin Valley,,Divine Llama 2007 In a Heart Beat Red (Yadkin Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/divine-llama-2007-in-a-heart-beat-red-yadkin-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Divine Llama 14.5,Red,France,"Marked by a touch of nail polish on the nose and a slight pickle-brine note on the palate, this is otherwise a medium-bodied, cherry-fruited blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah.",,28,82,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Andrieux & Fils 2007 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrieux-fils-2007-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Andrieux & Fils 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easy Valpolicella opens with sharp green notes of grass and herb, followed by white cherry and cranberry. The mouthfeel is thin and very simple.",,16,82,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Spinosa 2008 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2008-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Villa Spinosa 13.5,Red,Italy,"Falezza's Ripasso opens with an awkward nose that shows hints of burnt match and sulfur. Those pungent tones do blow off but the fruit flavors you normally look for in a wine like this never completely recover. The mouthfeel is sharp, clean and easy.",,,82,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Falezza 2004 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falezza-2004-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2004,Falezza 13,Red,Spain,"Smells like tarmac and tire rubber initially, and it remains stemmy and staunch even with air. The feel is dilute yet edgy, and the flavors suggest generic red berry and a dash of spice. Fades quickly on the finish, which is probably a good thing.",Vendimia Seleccionada,9,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Conde de Jauregui 2009 Vendimia Seleccionada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-jauregui-2009-vendimia-seleccionada-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-rioja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Conde de Jauregui 14,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and dull, with Life-Saver candy flavors of cherries. Okay in a pinch.",Reserve,15,82,California,California Other,California,Cherokee Vineyards 2008 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cherokee-2008-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Cherokee Vineyards 14,White,Spain,"Heavy and mealy on the nose, with stalky white-fruit aromas. The palate is weighty and sticky, with a cloying feel and sweet, baked flavors of apple and honey. Then it turns distinctly bitter and pithy on the finish. Generally speaking, Calatayud is not white wine country.",,11,82,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Tres Ojos 2009 Macabeo (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-ojos-2009-spanish-white-macabeo-calatayud/,Macabeo,2009,Tres Ojos 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a simple, thin expression of Valpolicella that could pair with take-out pizza or corned beef sandwiches. There's a slightly sweet, spice-like note on the close.",Corte Majoli,8,82,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Tezza 2009 Corte Majoli (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2009-corte-majoli-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Tezza 11.5,White,Chile,"From the beginning this '08 seems as though it has turned; the nose is mildly oxidized and corny, and there's a shortage of freshness. The palate is dull and narrow, with limited apple and sour lime flavors. Acceptable but not at its peak anymore.",,12,82,Maule Valley,,,Meli 2008 Riesling (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meli-2008-riesling-maule-valley/,Riesling,2008,Meli 13,Red,US,"Although initially the bouquet is inviting with scents of dark fruit, chocolate and mocha, notes of tomato and tomato leaf carry through to the palate as well. Lots of tart acidity and chunky grape and wood tannins leave the mouth feeling jagged.",,20,82,Virginia,Virginia,,North Gate 2008 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/north-gate-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2008,North Gate 14,White,Chile,"Yellow in color, with heavy aromas of toasted oak and popcorn. There's oxidation and mealy qualities, and the fruit is baked while the acidity is high, and thus overall it's not well balanced. Saving graces include lemon, baked corn and a so-so mouthfeel.",Gran Reserva,17,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-gran-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Morandé 13,White,Chile,"Heavy and smelling a bit of creamed corn and wax. The palate is oddly spritzy and big, with sweet, chunky apple and pineapple flavors. Finishes with sweet pineapple as well, and overall it's probably too tropical and chunky.",Winemaker's Selection,16,83,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2009 Winemaker's Selection Viognier-Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2009-winemakers-selection-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2009,Viña el Aromo 12.5,Red,Italy,Valpolicella Tenuta Lena di Mezzo is a crisp and lean wine that would wash down easily with a hearty plate of pasta with spicy sauce and cubed bacon. It offers cleansing acidity and easy fruit aromas.,Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2008 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2008-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Monte del Frà 13.5,Red,Italy,"Thin, easy and informal, this light Valpolicella would pair with cheesy pizza or pasta. There's fresh acidity here followed by bright cherry and blueberry flavors.",,18,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Monte del Frà 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2006-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Monte del Frà 13,Red,Portugal,"A rustic wine that blends Cabernet Sauvignon with local fruit. It has a layer of wood, uncomfortable black currant acidity and a core of tannins.",Conde d'Ervideira Reserva,20,83,Alentejo,,,Ervideira 2008 Conde d'Ervideira Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ervideira-2008-conde-dervideira-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Ervideira 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet and funky smelling, with a weird set of aromas that suggest Middle Eastern spice and hard-to-gauge fruit. The palate feel is barely acceptable, while the flavors are jumbled and overtly spicy and strange. Maybe it's the oak? Or maybe it's just not very good wine.",Crianza,,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Qumrán 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-qumran-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Qumrán 13.9,Red,US,"Sharp and jammy, like blackberry and cherry jam wine. Lots of freshness and acidity, not much elegance. Drink up.",,14,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2009 Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2009,Angeline 12.5,Red,Italy,"A thin, watery wine that does a great job of keeping the mouth refreshed and clean. Would pair well with sliced cheese or cured meat.",,9,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2008 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2008-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Begali ,Red,France,"A wine with a very ripe, wild strawberry character, meaty and savage. The fruits are just moving out from behind the structure, the maturity not yet coming in. An impressive wine, hinting at power.",Les Rugiens Prement Cru,,93,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Parent 2004 Les Rugiens Prement Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-parent-2004-rugiens-prement-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Parent 12.7,Sparkling,US,"What a roll Mumm Napa is on with their new releases. This blush wine shows the level of richness and elegance the winery has achieved lately. Made from 85% Pinot Noir and 15% Chardonnay, it has deliciously forward flavors of raspberries, strawberries, gingersnap cookies and vanilla lemon custard, with the bubbly froth and tart yeastiness of a fine sparkling wine.",Brut Rosé,24,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-valley-122570/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a pristine and elegant Bolgheri Superiore with a particularly focused aromatic profile. The blend is 60-20-20 Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot. A green, herbal note comes through. You'll also recognize elements of caper, green olive, mineral, tobacco and exotic fruit. It shows thick fruit and dense concentration as well.",,60,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Castello di Bolgheri 2007 Bolgheri Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bolgheri-2007-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Castello di Bolgheri ,Red,US,"You want lush, plush and opulent in your California Syrah? Here you go. It's soft and intricate, with lacy tannins framing complex flavors of blackberries, black cherries, bacon, black pepper, anise and sandalwood. Just delicious now and for the next two to three years.",My Father's Vineyard,38,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2007 My Father's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2007-my-fathers-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Dutton Estate ,Red,Italy,"Equal parts Merlot, Cab Sauvignon and Franc shape a beautifully opulent wine that is loaded with ripe fruit, smoke, polished black stone, smoke and chocolate. The wine is very influenced by 18 months of oak aging (it feels rich, supple and velvety) and will age 10 years or more.",Vignarè,,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Guicciardini Strozzi 2007 Vignarè (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guicciardini-strozzi-2007-vignare-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Guicciardini Strozzi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Marchesale is one of the best Italian expressions of Syrah available today. Aged two years in oak, the wine is smooth and textured with fine tannins and a long spicy aftertaste. At the core of the wine is a beautiful bouquet of red berry, pepper, smoked meat and cherry cola.",Marchesale,65,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre del Marchesato 2006 Marchesale Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2006-marchesale-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2006,Terre del Marchesato 14.6,Red,US,"Give this Cabernet some time in the cellar. Right now, it's a little tough in acids and tannins, although the blackberry, cherry, black currant and smoky oak flavors are rich and fine and enjoyable now. But it should soften and be even more approachable after 2013.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,60,93,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steven Kent 15.5,Dessert,Italy,"From the excellent 2001 vintage, this opulent and intense Vin Santo (a traditional dessert wine from Tuscany) reveals layers of honey, almond paste, dried apricot and butterscotch. There's great complexity and elegance here and the wine would pair with an assortment of aged cheeses.",,,93,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2001 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2001-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,2001,Volpaia 14.1,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet, with the structural depth and classy mouthfeel you expect from a fine Howell Mountain wine. It's totally dry and modest in alcohol, with complex blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors, as well as an interesting splash of dried Provençal herbs. A minor quibble is a certain raisiny superripeness that may limit ageability.",,55,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Martin Ray 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ray 13,White,Austria,"A wine that edges towards sweetness, while still retaining a piercing, refreshing acidity. Honey, pineapple and spice are contained in a package of minerality with a hint of saltiness, suggesting long aging.",Ried Loibenberg Smaragd,53,92,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2008 Ried Loibenberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2008-ried-loibenberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Emmerich Knoll 13.5,White,US,"A great followup to the '08, which was one of the best Gewürztraminers of the vintage. The '09 is even better, with a crisp, minerally mouthfeel, and superrich flavors of tropical fruits, spices and honeysuckle flowers. No oak, no malolactic and just a slight touch of sweetness on the finish.",Dutton Ranch Green Valley Vineyard,25,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch Green Valley Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-green-valley-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-green-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 14,Red,Italy,"San Jacopo is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot that offers generous and abundant aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry, spice and cinnamon, chocolate and tobacco. Rich, smooth texture characterizes the mouthfeel and the wine is plush and silky on the close.",S.J. (San Jacopo),33,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fuligni 2007 S.J. (San Jacopo) Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2007-sj-san-jacopo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Fuligni ,Red,US,"Young as this is, it is a complex, aromatic, blend that is open enough for immediate enjoyment, but full and detailed enough for long term cellaring. Right now it's all about strawberry jam, light pepper, and hints of rock. Big, lush and delicious.",RiverBend Vineyard Tribute Red,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2008 RiverBend Vineyard Tribute Red Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2008-riverbend-vineyard-tribute-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2008,Fielding Hills 14.2,White,US,"Chard fans who are tired of soft, flabby wines will welcome this dry, crisp bottling. The underlying grape flavors offer lime, Meyer lemon, mango and steely minerals, while winemaker bells and whistles bring needed layers of buttered toast and vanilla cream. A beautiful, classy and elegant Chardonnay; production was only 400 cases.",,34,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Failla 13.5,Red,Italy,"A lovely Cab from Montalcino, with bright berry aromas of blackberry and wild cherry backed by exotic spice, clove, sweet cinnamon and a touch of espresso bean. The wine is firm but smooth on the finish with loads of fruit intensity at the very end.",,,92,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Máté 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-santantimo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Máté 14.1,Red,US,"One of the prettier Cab Francs on the market, showing fine Napa structure and intricate flavors that grow more complex as the wine warms in the glass. With red and black cherry, red licorice, teriyaki beef and sweetly smoked cedar flavors, it's a beautiful wine to drink now.",Estate Grown,38,92,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Monticello Vineyards 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Cedar and spice are the lead aromas, and beyond that there's blackberry, pepper and floral notes that rain complexity down on the bouquet. The palate is superrich, a bit tannic and deep as night, with black fruit, espresso, syrup and spice flavors. Finishes brawny and long, with toasty richness. Drink now through 2013.",,42,92,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Monte Cinco 2009 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-cinco-2009-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2009,Monte Cinco ,Red,US,"Syrah is a core strength of Darby, and as with previous vintages, this is dense and aromatic, leading from floral scents into a dark, almost broodingly deep core of blackberries, cassis and pepper. Full-bodied and 14.4% alcohol, this captures the essential strengths of Washington Syrah, done as a fruit-driven, berry-laden style.",The Dark Side,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Darby 2007 The Dark Side Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2007-dark-side-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Darby 14.3,Red,US,"Tough to appreciate now due to its acidity and tannins, which lock it down behind a cloak of impenetrability. There are exotic wild raspberry and cherry fruit, cola, licorice, Provençal herb, bacon and pepper flavors, but you can't quite get to them, because they're behind bars. Obviously needs time. Give it 3–5 years in the cellar, and it should begin to blossom after that.",Occidental Vineyard,120,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Evening Land 2008 Occidental Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2008-occidental-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Evening Land 14,Red,Italy,"Alleanza represents a successful collaboration between winemakers in Italy and California. The 70-30 blend consists of Merlot and Sangiovese and the wine is seductively redolent of wild berries, exotic spice, soft chocolate and mild tobacco. The plush mouthfeel wins points thanks to the smooth and silky nature of the finish.",Alleanza,35,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Gabbiano 2006 Alleanza Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2006-alleanza-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello di Gabbiano 15,Red,Italy,"Riesci is a super Tuscan blend of Cabernet, Petit Verdot and Merlot with lovely density and opulence backed by bright aromas of mature berry fruit, cherry cola, blackberry pie, leather and dark chocolate. It's a black, inky wine with solid tannins that will cut through succulent steak.",Riesci,45,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fossacolle 2007 Riesci Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossacolle-2007-riesci-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Fossacolle 14.5,Red,US,"If you're looking for a gorgeous Pinot to drink now, here it is. The wine is dry and silky and complex, offering waves of black cherry jam, red currant, licorice, cola and sandalwood flavors. Tastes elegant and complex. Now–2013.",La Pommeraie,56,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benovia 2008 La Pommeraie Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2008-pommeraie-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benovia 12,Dessert,Italy,"Villa Monticelli Passito represents one of the best dessert wines to come from Umbria, central Italy. Made from air-dried grapes, the wine sports a amber-copper color and opens with syrupy aromas of white raisins, candied fruit, honey and loads of apricot.",Moscato Passito Villa Monticelli,42,92,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2006 Moscato Passito Villa Monticelli Moscato (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2006-moscato-passito-villa-monticelli-muscat-moscato-umbria/,Moscato,2006,Barberani ,Red,Argentina,"Warm and complete, with oak-influenced char and licorice along with black fruits on the bouquet. An elegant Uco Valley specimen with refined, full-force flavors of cola, blackberry, tobacco and chocolate. Turns more complex and satisfying on the finish. Drink this high-quality value now through 2013. A blend of Malbec at 50%, with Cabernet, Petit Verdot and Syrah.",Signature Blend,25,92,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2005 Signature Blend Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2005-signature-blend-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2005,Carlos Basso 14,Red,Italy,"A beautiful wine from a classic vintage, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon offers harmony, intensity and elegance. Berry and dark fruit aromas are enhanced by smooth texture, fine tannins and balanced acidity.",Ghiaie della Furba,50,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capezzana 2004 Ghiaie della Furba Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2004-ghiaie-della-furba-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Capezzana ,Red,France,"Shows softness, perhaps missing a big structure. To compensate there is a great red fruit element that dominates the tannins. Juicy and fruity, layered acidity to finish.",Rugiens Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Pommard,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.8,Red,US,"Made in the modern cult style, this soft, ripely lush Cabernet is immediately likeable for its blackberry-pie filling, black currant liqueur, chocolate, licorice and smoky sweet oak flavors. It's California Cabernet at its heady, opulent best. Drink now.",,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Altvs 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altvs-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Altvs 14,Red,Argentina,"A savory and smoky wine that impresses with its licorice, spice and bacon aromas along with corpulence and length. There's more than enough oak here, but the sandalwood, mocha and wood-driven spice notes blend into the wine's big-berry fabric rather than dominate. Overall there's fine balance, black fruit essence, depth of flavor and a long, toasty finish. 1,800 cases produced. Drink now through 2013.",J. Alberto,45,92,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2009 J. Alberto Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2009-j-alberto-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, dry, soft and balanced, that will silence objections that California Cab is too strong to drink with food. This wine is fine in tannins, and the blackberries and cherries have a lovely note of herbs. Feels elegant and luxurious. Drink now.",,35,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Blue Rock ,Red,France,"An elegant wine from the relatively cool Lavaux St.-Jacques vineyard. Soft tannins surround sweet fruit. The structure is fine, delicate, but certainly present, giving a final solid aftertaste.",Lavaux St.-Jacques Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Lavaux St.-Jacques Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-lavaux-st-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 13,Sparkling,US,"With a deep, shiny color of copper and peach blush, you can tell this sparkling wine will be somewhat full-bodied and rich. And it is. Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it's a big, flamboyant bubbly, rich in raspberries, limes and yeast. Yet it retains the delicacy and elegance of a fine sparkling wine.",Étoile Rosé,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Chandon NV Étoile Rosé Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-etoile-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-123038/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.5,Red,Italy,"This first vintage of Coevo (a super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot) represents a new and dynamic project for Tuscany's historic Cecchi estate. The wine is rich, opulent and redolent of all kinds of dark fruit and spice.",Coevo,58,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cecchi 2006 Coevo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2006-coevo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Cecchi 14.2,Red,US,"For sheer hedonism, this is one of the best Cabs on the market. This classic Napa Cab is dry, complex and a joy to drink now, framed by elegant tannins. A spectacular bargain. Production was 4,000 cases.",Lot 157,15,92,California,Napa,Yountville,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 157 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-157-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a very linear and elegant quality to this wine that recalls perfectly ripened blueberry and crisp cherry. Beyond those bright fruit tones, this blend of Syrah, Petit Verdot and other mixed grapes offers hearty aromas of smoked ham, crushed pepper and worn leather.",Castello del Terriccio,70,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2005 Castello del Terriccio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2005-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Castello del Terriccio 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that shows its 10 years of age surprising well. There's still loads of fruit here backed by tertiary aromas of licorice, polished stone, dried fruit and old leather.",Sillano,70,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Carpineto 2001 Sillano Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2001-sillano-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2001,Carpineto 14.9,Red,US,"They've been doing their homework at Windsor Sonoma to judge by this Cab, which is a vast improvement over past releases. It's a pleasure to drink now for its rich, forward flavors of cherries, blackberries, currants and cocoa, soft tannins, and lush overlay of caramelized oak. It finishes sweetly smooth, although it's technically dry.",,28,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Windsor Sonoma 17,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a beautiful, amber wine blended with Malvasia Toscana, Trebbiano and Sangiovese that opens with impressive aromas of candied orange, butterscotch, caramel, honey and roasted chestnut. It imparts a smooth, rich feel with a sweet finish that can be counted in minutes.",,37,92,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,,I Veroni 2003 Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2003-white-vin-santo-chianti-rufina/,White Blend,2003,I Veroni 14.5,Red,Italy,"Ombre is a very pleasurable blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese that offers layers of chocolate and spice backed by red cherry, cassis and wild blueberry. It's a smooth, rich wine with firm tannins that could stand up to pork roll stuffed with prunes.",Ombre,,92,Tuscany,Maremma,,Poggio Mandorlo 2007 Ombre (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-mandorlo-2007-ombre-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Poggio Mandorlo 13,Red,Italy,"This Bolgheri Superiore shows luscious and clean notes of mature black fruit, plum, prune and loads of vibrant black cherry. Wood elements of spice, tobacco and leather are well integrated and the wine is impressively smooth and generous on the finish.",,41,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Podere Guado al Melo 2007 Bolgheri Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2007-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Podere Guado al Melo ,Red,US,"Supple and inviting, from the nose of flowers and dark fruits, to the chocolatey tannins that lick the back of the throat, this is a fully-realized, smooth and most accessible red wine.",,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pirouette 2007 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pirouette-2007-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Pirouette 13.5,White,US,"Beautiful and likeable for its dryness, crisp minerality, and the sleek, clean mouthfeel. The fruit suggests oak-inspired pears, oranges and citrons. This elegant quaff gets better as it warms in the glass. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,US,"Just two barrels were made of this Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot blend; each bottle is hand-numbered. As you would expect from this fast-rising Walla Walla winery, it is high-powered, full-flavored, and balances its ripe, tangy cherry fruit with plenty of chocolatey oak. Tannins are just slightly green, and some earth and bark accents highlight the finish.",Wallatage Red,75,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Wallatage Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-wallatage-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Dusted Valley ,Red,France,"Showy, spicy, with fresh fruits and lightness. This is a wine more about red cherries, bright acidity and a smooth texture. The tannins form a strong core, never weighty. Not for long-term aging.",Les Epenots Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Parent 2004 Les Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-parent-2004-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Parent ,White,US,"Sharp, phenolic and edgy, with bright fruit and intensity, this southern Rhône blend brings in a lush mix of Meyer lemon, tangerine, orange peel, pink grapefruit, and even a little pineapple. With a bit more bottle age, the sharpness should smooth over.",Le Deuce,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Darby 2009 Le Deuce Viognier-Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2009-le-deuce-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier-Roussanne,2009,Darby 14.6,Red,US,"This rich, spicy wine comes from the eastern part of the valley. It's very full-bodied, almost coarse now, but that's a function of its fresh tannins and brisk acidity. Tastes jammy in cherry-berry pie filling, with a sweet, smoky oak veneer. Needs 4–6 years, but if you drink it now, decant.",Ampelos Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Samsara 2008 Ampelos Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samsara-2008-ampelos-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Samsara 14.5,Red,Italy,"From a 300-acre property in Castellina in Chianti, Trasolo (100% Merlot) is a top-shelf wine with rich opulence and sophistication. Deep layers of cherry, blackberry, spice and leather are folded tight together and the wine is smooth and enduring on the close.",Trasolo,90,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 2006 Trasolo Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-trasqua-2006-trasolo-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2006,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 13,Dessert,Italy,"This Moscato Passito from northern Italy opens with crisp and pristine aromas of yellow rose, honey, stone fruit and white almond. On the close, the wine is sticky, sweet and succulent. Pair it with vanilla cream or panna cotta with caramel.",San Giovanni,,92,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Tenuta Olim Bauda 2003 San Giovanni Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-olim-bauda-2003-san-giovanni-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,2003,Tenuta Olim Bauda 14.2,Red,US,"This is a beautiful, classic 100% varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, but it's also immature in hard tannins, which is a telltale mark of this mountain appellation. The wine is bone dry and complex, with waves of blackberries, black currants, cassis, minerals and cedar. It clearly wants time in the cellar. Best after 2013.",,65,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Summers 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Summers 15.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich and complicated in flavors, this wine comes from vineyards that are at least 50 years old. It's dry and spicy, with textbook Zin notes of wild berries and currants, but also exotic minerals that come from the soil. Yes, the alcohol is high, but that is the signature of Seghesio's marvelous Zinfandels.",Old Vine,36,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Seghesio ,Red,US,"Purple-black, with rich scents of bright boysenberry fruit, and an unusual earthy umami note that adds depth to the finish. Sharp, young, acidic and grapy, this drinks like a younger wine.",,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,JM Cellars ,Red,US,"Fragrant and dense, this is nonetheless immediately accessible, with bright berry flavors wrapped in strong mineral accents, finishing with licorice, steel, skin flavors, and sharp tannins.",Longevity,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2007 Longevity Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2007-longevity-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,JM Cellars ,White,US,"This is a luscious, butterscotchy, fresh, lime- and lemon-flavored Chardonnay; a true delight. Melon and peach fruit flavors thread into the core, and the wine has a wonderful richness without losing its finesse or acid base.",Three Hills Cuvée,30,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2009 Three Hills Cuvée Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2009-three-hills-cuvee-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lange 14.8,Red,US,"These old vines are famous for concentration, and this Zin surely is one of the most intense wines of the vintage. It's huge in wild berry, currant, licorice, dark chocolate, bacon and exotic spice flavors that go on and on. For all the richness, it's wonderfully balanced, with fine tannins and a crisp backbone of acidity. Drink now.",Reserve Century Vines,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2007 Reserve Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2007-reserve-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Kunde ,Red,Italy,"Here's a pure expression of Syrah from coastal Tuscany that lays on intense aromas of smoked bacon, bresaola, cherry fruit, spice, blackberry and black pepper. The wine shows amazing intensity and persistency on the close.",,,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Michele Satta 2008 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2008,Michele Satta 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made with red Sangiovese grapes that have seen botrytis, or noble rot, this Occhio di Pernice expression of Vin Santo opens with very distinctive aromas of prune, raisin, candied orange peel, maple syrup and honey. The sweet wine is sticky and thick in the mouth and a touch of citrus zest helps it move forward over the palate.",Trasanto Occhio di Pernice,50,92,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 2005 Trasanto Occhio di Pernice (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-trasqua-2005-trasanto-occhio-pernice-sangiovese-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2005,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This hits all high marks thanks to the integrity and intensity of its beautifully aromatic bouquet. The wine is creamy and smooth with exciting dashes of mint, candied fruit, honey and apricot that appear at various, random points.",Acinatium,,92,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Suavia 2005 Acinatium (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2005-acinatium-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2005,Suavia 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Although 2008 was not a general vintage, some estates have released vintage Ports. Noval's Vintage, just bottled at the time of tasting, is a delicate and perfumed wine, elegant rather than powerful, with delicious black berry fruits to go with the rich core of sweet tannins.",Vintage,100,92,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta do Noval 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous wine with enormous intensity of fruit that comes forward as cherry, blackberry, spice, leather and cigar box. The texture is soft, smooth and velvety: In Violas has the heft and persistency to stand up to rosemary-marinated T-bone steak.",In Violas,40,92,Tuscany,Cortona,,Poliziano 2007 In Violas Merlot (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2007-in-violas-merlot-cortona/,Merlot,2007,Poliziano 15.3,Red,US,"The grapes are from the winery's estate vineyard. The wine is made in the modern style, which is soft, ripe and oaky. It's quite delicious, showing ripe, lush blackberry and black currant fruit, as well as caramelized wood notes. Ready now–2015.",Padrone,110,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2007 Padrone Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2007-padrone-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Signorello 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made by the energetic and totally enthused Lorenzo Zonin, this beautiful wine shows all the potential and charisma of this young, passionate winemaker. A pure expression of Petit Verdot, the wine is inky black with determined aromas of blackberry, plum, exotic spice and leather. It feels warm, thick and firm on the long finish.",,30,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Podere San Cristoforo 2008 Petit Verdot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2008-petit-verdot-toscana/,Petit Verdot,2008,Podere San Cristoforo 16.5,Dessert,Italy,"An attractive Vin Santo opens with integrated aromas of honey, candied chestnut, maple syrup, dried fruit and apricot. The 2003 vintage was a hot one, but this beautiful wine takes that heat and turns it into intensity. Finishes full and soft.",,,92,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2003 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2003-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,2003,Volpaia 13.8,Red,US,"Lots of zesty acidity in this wine, which gives it a mouthwatering raciness. It's bone dry but ultrarich and ripe in cherries, raspberries and oak. There's a slightly bretty funkiness that adds a mushroomy appeal. Should develop over the next six years.",La Encantada Vineyard,47,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Waits-Mast 2008 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2008-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Waits-Mast 14.2,Red,US,"A very good Pinot Noir. Shows just what you want in a fine coastal bottling, with a smooth, silky texture, crisp acidity, and fine, delicate but powerful flavors. In this case, the wine shows cool-climate notes of raspberries, cherries and red currants, with umami, salty smoked meat and oak-inspired vanilla toast complexities. Drink now–2013.",,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tudor Wines 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudor-wines-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tudor Wines ,Red,Spain,"Dark, condensed and inky, with big, muscular aromas of charcoal, cassis liqueur, blackberry and tar. The palate is just lush enough despite being staunch and tannic, and the flavors of black fruit and cassis are luscious and sweet, with a bit of lemony oak adding zest. Drink from 2011 through 2015.",Termanthia,200,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2007 Termanthia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2007-termanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Numanthia 14.1,Red,US,"It opens relatively soft and forward (for a Woodward Canyon Cab), then delivers a burst of sweet cherry fruit, backed with barrel flavors of cinnamon and mocha. There is plenty of acidity and astringent tannins propping up the finish; another year or two of bottle age will help to smooth it out.",,39,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Woodward Canyon ,Red,US,"With beautiful aromas, and naturally light Pinot Noir color, this walks the line between feminine grace and masculine muscle. Scents and flavors are purely varietal, with cherry, cola, rose petals and spicy tobacco leaf. The balance is perfect and the wine lingers into a smooth, seamless finish.",Black Love Lachini Vineyard,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Mark Ryan 2008 Black Love Lachini Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-black-love-lachini-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mark Ryan 14,Dessert,Italy,"Closed with a bright red wax capsule, Sant'Ulderico is an oak-aged sweet red wine from Valpolicella that offers massively thick extraction and firm tannins that are successfully offset by sweet fleshiness. What really distinguishes this wine, however, is the gigantic thickness of its texture.",Sant'Ulderico,75,92,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2006 Sant'Ulderico (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2006-santulderico-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Monte dall'Ora 14,Dessert,Italy,"This amber, thickly extracted Vin Santo from Chianti Classico opens with intense aromas of butterscotch, marron glacé, honey-roasted almond and brown sugar. It's beautiful and intense down to the succulent core and offers fleshy layers of syrupy sugar.",Conti Capponi,55,93,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Villa Calcinaia 2003 Conti Capponi (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-calcinaia-2003-conti-capponi-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,2003,Villa Calcinaia 14.7,Red,US,"Pungent and spicy, dark and brooding, this wine brings it with deep, sappy berry fruit and overtones of meat and garrigue, all with muscle and verve. Tannins are firm and hard, showing some ripe stem and earth flavors, and plenty of barrel toast. Muscular and warm, this Syrah walks the line perfectly between the Rhône and Barossa.",,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sequel 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequel-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Sequel 14.5,Red,US,"Co-fermented with a small quantity of Viognier, this Syrah was aged in 100% new oak. It's flashy and completely satisfying to drink now. Starts a little soft and dry, then explodes midpalate into a burst of cherry and raspberry fruit, with creamy, caramelized notes. The finish is long-lasting and elegant.",Über,50,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2006 Über Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2006-uber-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,Margerum 15.1,Red,US,"A fabulous Petite Sirah for serious fans of the variety. Shows typically big tannins and high alcohol, with full-bodied, concentrated mountain flavors of blackberries, currants, roasted meat and pepper. Best of all is the balance of its parts, resulting in elegance despite the power.",Madrone Spring Vineyard,37,93,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2007 Madrone Spring Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2007-madrone-spring-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-rockpile/,Petite Sirah,2007,Mauritson ,Red,US,"From a superb year, this wine saw all French oak, but an ongoing reduction in exposure to new barrels brought the percentage down to 60%. Young and muscular, the blend of black fruits, sweet oak and toasty spice is focused and compelling. Pure fruit flavors include black cherry and plum, smooth and concentrated, with a smoky kick in the lingering finish.",,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Northstar 12.5,White,France,"A full-bodied wine, just lightly wooded in character. Its acidity is beautifully integrated with rich lees flavors, grapefruit and bright apple. It is a complex wine, deliciously perfumed and likely to age well over 3–4 years.",La Vigne de Beaussopet,40,93,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Laporte 2008 La Vigne de Beaussopet (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laporte-2008-vigne-beaussopet-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Laporte 13,Red,France,"Darkly textured wine, the black berry fruits show firmness as well as acidity and a dry core. This will age well, its tannins pushing the weight forward. It is an impressive wine, with the acidity of 2008, while also having powerful structure.",,230,93,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaine des Perdrix 2008 Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perdrix-2008-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine des Perdrix ,Red,France,"An elegant style, showing a fresh character, packed with red berries, softly textured. It is a beautiful wine. Though not for long-term aging, it has great style, finishing with perfectly formed acidity and spice.",Les Rugiens Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine de Montille 2007 Les Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montille-2007-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine de Montille ,Red,US,"Fragrant and inviting with lush aromas of red berries, black cherries and chocolate. In the mouth the wine is loaded with powerful ripe fruit flavors, still compact and primary, but promising excellent development in the cellar. Threads of iron and coffee appear, and the wine takes a sinuous path through the palate and into a lingering finish.",RiverBend Vineyard,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2008 RiverBend Vineyard Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2008-riverbend-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2008,Fielding Hills 15.15,Red,US,"Another fine vintage for this Wahluke Slope vineyard. A sophisticated and muscular Cabernet Franc, with smooth and smoky flavors of mixed blackberries and black currants. The blend is 88% Cab Franc, 6% Syrah, 4% Merlot and 2% Cab Sauvignon, and it opens into a pretty nose with sweet grain and clover accents, runs into ripe, powerful fruit, and finishes with a kiss of clove.",RiverBend Vineyard,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2008 RiverBend Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2008-riverbend-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Fielding Hills ,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet, aged in the same Vicard barrels as winemaker Randy Dunn's Howell Mountain wines. About 90% is new oak, but it doesn't strangle the fruit in any way. Tart and vibrant, with black cherry/black currant fruit, this balanced effort shows a velvety character and a fine touch in the vineyard. Nuances of coffee, earth, leaf and dried herb are threaded through, in perfect harmony and balanced for medium-term aging.",,60,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Feather 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feather-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Feather 13.5,Red,France,"Inky black in color, this is strong stuff. The wood aromas are overdone, but on the palate, the wine is rich, allowing the tarry black berry fruits and herbs to show through. Designed for aging; keep for 4–5 years.",GC,130,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2007 GC Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2007-gc-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château du Cèdre 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lupicaia is a beautiful blend of Cabernet with smaller percentages of Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is elegant, complex and layered with intense aromas of blackberry, cherry, spice, leather, smoke and Spanish cedar. It's beautiful from start to finish.",Lupicaia,150,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2005 Lupicaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2005-lupicaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Castello del Terriccio 15,Red,Spain,"Ripe, dense and powerful, with on onslaught of raisin, spice, pepper and leather on the nose. The palate is direct and pure, with clean flavors of berry, spice and chocolate leading to a long, layered finish. Beautiful wine; one of the best I've had from this region. 70% Monastrell with 20% Cabernet and 10% Syrah.",Alma de Luon,40,93,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2005 Alma de Luon Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2005-alma-luon-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2005,Bodegas Luzón ,White,US,"This new vintage of Abeja's estate-grown Viognier is back to a richer mouthfeel after the high acid 2008, with generous citrus and stone fruits—peach and pear—candied lemon and pineapple, highlighted with cinnamon spice. Flat out yummy, roundly fruity, and long-lasting, with butterscotch ruling the finish.",,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2009 Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2009,Abeja 14,Red,Italy,"This is a massive, beautifully put together Bolgheri Superiore that opens with a complex bouquet of polished stone, dried fruit, prunes, plums, black- berry and new leather. The wine feels tight and compact with a fine, silky quality of tannin.",Arnione,,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Campo alla Sughera 2007 Arnione (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alla-sughera-2007-arnione-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Campo alla Sughera ,Red,France,"There is great power, yet balance here. The wine has firm, rich fruits, with solid dark tannins to go with layers of fresh acidity and a dense texture. Obviously for aging, this is an impressive statement of Malbec.",Clos Triguedina Probus,60,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina Probus Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-probus-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 13,Red,France,"Developing well, this rich and intense wine has all the pleasures of 2005. The tannins are a firm hint along with the sweet, smoky berry fruits and ripe acidity. It is structured, dense and elegant, a great success for this château.",,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis de Terme 2005 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-terme-2005-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Marquis de Terme 15.5,Dessert,Italy,"Capezzana has crafted a very beautiful and intense Vin Santo that would pair with slivers of aged Tome Chèvre or another piquant cheese. The wine boasts a deep amber color and and sweet layers of maple syrup, honey, candied fruit and chestnut.",Contini Bonacossi,40,93,Tuscany,Vin Santo di Carmignano,,Capezzana 2003 Contini Bonacossi (Vin Santo di Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2003-contini-bonacossi-white-vin-santo-carmignano/,White Blend,2003,Capezzana 13,Red,France,"The beautiful moated Issan Château is producing better wine every year. This 2008, from a vineyard that was badly hit by hail that year, has an elegance and style that is very much in keeping with southern Margaux. There is also a fine balancing density, sweet plum fruit and, with its fine tannins, great aging potential.",,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Issan 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dissan-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château d'Issan 13,White,France,"With a density of nearly 7,000 vines per acre, and consequent low yields, it is not surprising this is a concentrated, intense wine. It has quintessential herbaceous flavors, rounded out with a creamed apple element and a tight, steely texture. Age for 3–4 years.",Haute Densité,110,93,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Château de Tracy 2008 Haute Densité (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tracy-2008-haute-densite-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Château de Tracy 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Made from 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Gris, this lovely Blanc de Blancs brims with vanilla cream, lime and pear aromas and flavors, with the yeasty, baked bread dough toastiness that mark the best sparkling wines. It's basically dry and quite high in acidity, which gives it a brisk, clean finish. Drink this fine bubbly now and for the next 6–8 years.",Blanc de Blancs,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2006 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2006-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Mumm Napa 14,Red,Chile,"Inky, penetrating and bursting with black-fruit aromas as well as coffee, mocha and pastry notes. The palate is perfectly lush and deep, with smooth tannins and proper acidity propelling jammy, lovely berry flavors. Dark, smoky and rubbery on the finish, with a streamlined tail. One of the best Chilean Syrahs. Drink now through 2014; only 150 cases made.",,86,93,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2007 Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2007,Matetic 10.5,Dessert,Italy,"Calcaia is an elegant dessert wine from Umbria that has seen botrytis. Delicate aromas of candied fruit, honey and apricot make for an impressive bouquet.",Calcaia,42,93,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico Superiore,,Barberani 2006 Calcaia (Orvieto Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2006-calcaia-white-orvieto-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2006,Barberani ,Red,France,"Spicy, rich and concentrated, the important element of acidity working with the ripeness of the juicy black fruits. The wine has density, pushing tannins through to the ripe fruits. It shows a dry element that will take time to integrate.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Albert Bichot 2008 Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-domaine-clos-frantin-aux-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Albert Bichot 14,Red,US,"For sheer palate seduction, you can't beat this rich wine. It used to be that Diamond Mountain Cabs weren't drinkable for years because of the tannins. Not so with this beauty. It shows pure, classic Cabernet flavors of blackberries, black currants, cherry-pie filling, violets and sweet, smoky sandalwood, with a distinct minerality. Although it's beautiful now, it should develop in the bottle for a decade.",,80,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,J.R. Carter 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-carter-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,J.R. Carter 14.4,White,US,"Shows deep, concentrated flavors of blackberries and black currants, with classically fine, complex Napa tannins. It's 100% Cabernet, with 50% new oak, and although the label doesn't say so, the grapes come from a Howell Mountain vineyard. Beautiful now, and will develop over the next 6–8 years. Decant for hours if you open it now.",Reserve,40,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Johndrow Vineyards 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johndrow-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Johndrow Vineyards 14.5,Red,Italy,"Poggio al Lupo is a super Tuscan blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Petit Verdot that delivers loads of chocolate fudge, spice, mature fruit and sweet tobacco. The wine is soft, smooth and makes a perfect companion to succulent meat dishes.",Poggio al Lupo,80,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2007 Poggio al Lupo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2007-poggio-al-lupo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta Sette Ponti ,Red,Italy,"Some obvious oak tones of spice and tobacco will integrate with more time in the bottle to give more space to the ripe fruit, mineral and chocolate notes that are already present in very good measure. The wine shows muscle and power with a determined, firm finish.",Greppicaia,65,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta I Greppi 2007 Greppicaia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-i-greppi-2007-greppicaia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta I Greppi 14.5,Red,US,"This is a beautiful, intricate and appealing Cabernet to drink with upscale fare, like a very fine steak. It's bone dry, but very rich and sweet in blackberry, cherry and currant fruit, and there's a nice cut of acidity for balance. Steven Kent is producing today's greatest Livermore Cabernets, wines that hearken back to the valley's roots as one of California's best wine regions. Drink now–2013.",Estate Grown,45,93,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steven Kent 13,White,Austria,"Superb, rich, fruited wine that has an intense creamy character to go with spice and ripe apples, peach and greengage. It has great elegance, a very stylish character, keeping the richness beautifully in balance. Age this wine for 3–4 years.",Ried Kreutles Smaragd,39,93,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2008 Ried Kreutles Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2008-ried-kreutles-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Emmerich Knoll ,Red,France,"Very soft, very ripe and generous, the tannins showing but surrounded by fruit flavors that are now morphing into more herbal, tarry, mushroom flavors. The final spice character gives a great complementary burst of taste.",Les Epenots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Parent 2003 Les Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-parent-2003-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Parent ,Red,France,"A wine that is ripe and relatively soft. It does offer some dense tannins, but these are surrounded by rich black plum and ripe berry fruits. The structure comes from wood aging and fruit as much as from tannins. The final flavors are delicious, smoky and toasty.",Les St.-Georges Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Henri Gouges 2007 Les St.-Georges Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-gouges-2007-st-georges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Henri Gouges ,Red,France,"Rich, soft and gentle, with light tannins, ripe fruit and a pronounced freshness, touched with black cherry. This is not for long-term aging, but it's worth waiting for 2–3 years.",Clos des Chênes Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2007 Clos des Chênes Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2007-clos-chenes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 13.8,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, dry and classically structured, showing the elegant balance for aging. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it's long and deep in blackberries and cassis. Give it a brief decant if you open it now, but it should develop over the next six years, at least.",,70,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Corison ,Red,US,"The 2008 Devotion is 41% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre and 29% Grenache. Winemaker Chris Dowsett notes that he is upping the percentage of Mourvèdre again in the 2009 version. It's a significant improvement, elevating this blend into a rarefied, tightly controlled, sculpted wine with wild berry and cherry, iron filings, dark chocolate and licorice, wrapped in firm, polished tannins.",Devotion,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dowsett Family 2008 Devotion Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dowsett-family-2008-devotion-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Dowsett Family 15.3,Red,US,"From the winery's estate vineyard high on the mountain comes this young wine. Although it's tight in tannins and acidity, it's extraordinarily rich in blueberry, blackberry, chocolate and roasted almond flavors, like a granola bar. Alcohol of 15.3% provides a slightly hot, sweetly tart counterpoint to the fruit. A gorgeous Cabernet to drink now with a perfect steak.",,125,93,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Dos Lagos Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagos-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dos Lagos Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"This is a 100% expression of Cabernet, with ripe, jammy fruit and lingering tones of spice, leather, rum cake, strawberry rollup and blackberry pie. The wine is round and ripe but it also adopts an elegant, direct style that is enhanced by a nice touch of acidity on the close.",Lienà,,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Giovanni Chiappini 2007 Lienà Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-chiappini-2007-liena-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Giovanni Chiappini ,Red,Italy,"Guado dè Gemoli is a 80-20 blend of Cab Sauvignon and Merlot that is enhanced by elegant mineral and slate aromas backed by wild berry, cherry, leather, licorice and cherry cola. There's plenty of sweet, chewy fruit in the mouth to give the wine staying power. The close is both succulent and smooth.",Guado dè Gemoli,,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Giovanni Chiappini 2007 Guado dè Gemoli (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-chiappini-2007-guado-gemoli-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Giovanni Chiappini 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"A beautifully luminous wine that opens with unbelievable elegance and delicacy. You can just recognize aromas of fuzzy peach and white mushroom associated with the muffo, but they are backed by the complex presence of almond, honey, peach and slight shadings of exotic spice and cinnamon.",Arkezia Muffo di San Sisto,,93,Central Italy,Marche,,Fazi Battaglia 2005 Arkezia Muffo di San Sisto White (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2005-arkezia-muffo-san-sisto-white-marche/,White Blend,2005,Fazi Battaglia ,Red,France,"A dense and serious wine, layering acidity with tight tannins. Under this surface firmness, the red-berry fruit is sumptuous with great juicy freshness. It is a great bringing together of structure, roundness and lively acidity.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-clos-mouches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This vintage of Florus shows enormous purity and elegance and the various floral, fruit and almond aromas show seamless integration. The wine is thick, creamy and dense on the palate, but a zesty touch of acidity and chopped mint keeps it from ever feeling sticky or heavy.",Florus,,93,Tuscany,Moscadello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2007 Florus (Moscadello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2007-florus-muscat-moscadello-moscadello-montalcino/,Moscadello,2007,Castello Banfi 14.9,Red,US,"From the famed vineyard in Oakville comes this dramatic wine. It will benefit from a few years in the cellar to let the tannins mellow, although it's so good now, you can open it right away and give it a decant. Drinks sweet and lush in blackberries and black currants, with a rich overlay of smoky cedar.",Beckstoffer Tokalon Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Provenance Vineyards 2007 Beckstoffer Tokalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2007-beckstoffer-tokalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Provenance Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"Merlot and Cabs Sauvignon and Franc are the base of this ripe, dense and rich Bolgheri blend. The intensity is impressive and so is the overall density and persistence of the finish. Pair this wine with hearty dishes, such as sausage and slow-cooked lentils.",Sondraia,45,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Poggio al Tesoro 2007 Sondraia (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2007-sondraia-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Poggio al Tesoro 13,Dessert,Italy,"Horus (a fabulous blend of 90% Picolit with smaller percentages of Sauvignon and Friulano) opens with a golden-amber color and segues to aromas of honey toasted almond, dried apricot, chestnut honey and yellow rose. The wine is thick and creamy with a long close that is driven by both extraction and freshness.",Horus,44,93,,Venezia Giulia,,Russiz Superiore 2005 Horus White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russiz-superiore-2005-horus-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2005,Russiz Superiore 13,Red,France,"With a ripe texture, this is developing into a delicious wine. It has richness, allied to the lighter structure of 2007, the acidity and red fruits driving right through the beautifully perfumed wine.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,78,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-clos-mouches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Drouhin ,White,US,"As before, this features fruit from Conner-Lee, here with some Lewis vineyard grapes added to bring in more minerality. The result is a well-crafted mix of grapes from these two premier vineyards, with a tight core of chalk-laden citrus fruits. Persistent and resonant, the fruit is edged with citrus skin and brings a pat of butter at the end.",,32,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,JM Cellars ,Red,Italy,"This excellent vintage of Coronato (a hearty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot) opens with inky, black concentration and aromas of chocolate fudge, espresso, black fruit and spice. The wine tastes velvety and rich and will age for 10 years or more.",Coronato,74,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta di Biserno 2007 Coronato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-biserno-2007-coronato-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta di Biserno ,White,US,"A lush mouthful of nuanced fruit, this single-vineyard Viognier is loaded with a rich mix of peach, apricot, papaya and guava fruit. Laced into the hefty fruit core are baking spices and cocoa powder, along with suggestions of curry and cumin. This wine should be mandatory with curry dishes.",Coyote Canyon Vineyard,20,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2009 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Viognier (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-coyote-canyon-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Viognier,2009,Syncline 13.5,White,Austria,"The Nussberg vineyard towering above the western edge of Vienna is famed for its field blend Gemischter Satz (mixed varieties). Fritz Wieninger has produced a wine that perfectly balances opulence with minerality. Rich fruits march with citrus and finish with structure, and the potential to age.",Nussberg Alte Reben Gemischter Satz,40,93,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2008 Nussberg Alte Reben Gemischter Satz White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2008-nussberg-alte-reben-gemischter-satz-white-blend-austrian-vienna/,Austrian white blend,2008,Wieninger 14,Dessert,Italy,"Colle del Re Passito is a gorgeous, smooth and creamy wine with a beautiful bouquet of honeysuckle, candied orange, almond paste, apricot and butterscotch. It tastes fresh and silky and would make a great companion to dried biscuits or sponge cake.",Colle del Re Passito,33,93,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2004 Colle del Re Passito (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2004-colle-re-passito-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2004,Umberto Cesari 14.5,White,US,"Awesomely rich, showing fine acidity and a stony minerality that ground and anchor it, but really notable for the explosive tropical fruit, apricot, pear and buttery oak flavors that are so opulent. The wine went through a complete malolactic fermentation.",West Block,65,93,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Knights Bridge 2008 West Block Chardonnay (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2008-west-block-chardonnay-sonoma-knights-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Knights Bridge ,Red,US,"There's a streak of citrus running down the spine. The lively acidity adds some zip to the blackberry and black cherry fruit. There's a smoky edge to the polished tannins, but those lemony acids keep the wine bright and fresh, penetrating into a lingering finish with sweet cracker and pepper highlights.",Reserve,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Reserve Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Dusted Valley ,Red,France,"Full of fruit, this rich wine packs plums and cherries into a style that is sumptuous, with great ripeness. The tannins are soft, sweet and roll well into the rounded structure.",Santenots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2007 Santenots Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2007-santenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine des Comtes Lafon ,Red,France,"As so often results from this vineyard, this is a lovely wine, the fruit ripe and showing considerable sweetness as well as richness. The structure is soft, open and elegant, surrounding the core of sweet tannins. Not for long-term aging, but worth waiting 4–5 years.",Les Amoureuses Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Albert Bichot 2008 Les Amoureuses Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-amoureuses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Albert Bichot ,Red,US,"Quickly becoming one of Adelsheim's most important vineyard designates, this beautifully balanced wine opens with pungent, primary fruits, a jumble of berries and cherries in the nose and mouth. It lengthens into raspberry compote complexity, limned with dark chocolate and highlighted with peppery greens.",Boulder Bluff Vineyard,68,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2008 Boulder Bluff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-boulder-bluff-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelsheim 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Fruity, floral and calm on the nose, with nothing aggressive or out of place. The palate is deep, flush and offers great mouthfeel, while the flavors run toward big, juicy berry, cassis and chocolate. Like most Catena high-enders, this Cabernet-Malbec blend features a toasty finish of coffee and mocha, and overall it's stylish and impressive. Drink now through 2014.",Nicolas Catena Zapata,120,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Nicolas Catena Zapata Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2006-nicolas-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Bodega Catena Zapata ,Red,US,"This is 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc. Thick and dense, it's a perfect companion to the winery's current release of Merlot, though they are a year apart in vintage. This Cabernet has slight intimations of herb and black olive, and is tightly focused with very dark cassis and plum fruit flavors. It's a wine to cellar, as it is still a little hot and tightly wound.",,42,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Abeja 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Cantine Barbera has produced a beautiful Passito dessert wine that shows feminine harmony and balance. The natural intensity is here; Aromas of apricot, honey, candied fruit and almond paste emerge with confidence from the nose. In the mouth, the wine is particularly sweet and smooth.",Albamarina,,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cantine Barbera 2008 Albamarina White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-barbera-2008-albamarina-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Cantine Barbera ,Red,France,"Firm and solid, this is a wine marked by blackberries, solid and dense tannins. The concentration will bring all the elements together to give an important wine, while never losing the 2008 acidity.",Les Porrets St.-Georges Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Les Porrets St.-Georges Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-porrets-st-georges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.5,Red,Italy,"Wow! This is a big wine with inky, black notes and almost exaggerated aromatic intensity. The blend is 70-30 Petit Verdot and Merlot and it's almost as if the density and concentration of the first variety needed to be cut by the softness and gentleness of the second.",Campo alla Sughera,,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Campo alla Sughera 2006 Campo alla Sughera Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alla-sughera-2006-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Campo alla Sughera 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful Tuscan expression of Cabernet Sauvignon (with tiny percentages of Sangiovese and Merlot) that rolls smoothly over the palate thanks to the wine's natural richness, purity and overall intensity. Aromas include ripe berry, blue flower and exotic spice, but the wine is especially successful in the mouth thanks to the fullness of its texture.",Sammarco,85,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello dei Rampolla 2006 Sammarco Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-rampolla-2006-sammarco-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Castello dei Rampolla ,White,US,"Big, round and lush, this is the fourth vintage for this wine, one of the best Chardonnays in Washington state. In this vintage it did not go through full malolactic, leaving a nice underlying acidity with a leesy, creamy freshness. Golden apples, stone fruits and a lick of butterscotch add to the luscious, generous finish.",Big Sissy Conner Lee Vineyard,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2009 Big Sissy Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2009-big-sissy-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Gorman ,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous vintage of L'Alberello (Cabernet Sauvignon with Cab Franc and Petit Verdot) is elegant and refined thanks to its focused aromas of mineral, black fruit, chocolate fudge and spice. The soft, but rich mouthfeel would pair with pork cutlets marinated with aromatic sage.",L'Alberello,85,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Grattamacco 2007 L'Alberello (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2007-lalberello-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Grattamacco ,Red,France,"A powerful wine, offering a dark, textured view of Clos de Vougeot. It is muscular, packed with ripe fruit and a layer of spice and wood. Black plums and prunes provide extra, delicious flavors.",,,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.3,Red,US,"Big, big, big! This is a mountain-grown Bordeaux blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon, and it's tremendous all around. Explodes in jammy blackberries, blueberries, currants, cherries and mocha, and the tannins are strong, but refined. Combines elegance and power, and should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Buck Pasture,50,93,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2007 Buck Pasture Red (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2007-buck-pasture-red-sonoma-rockpile/,Red Blend,2007,Mauritson 14.2,Red,US,"A stunningly good, young Cabernet, marked by rich, ripe flavors of blackberries, black currant and cedar flavors, wrapped into strong but fine tannins. Lovely and sweet now, with some decanting, and should develop bottle complexity over the next 6–8 years.",,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made by consulting enologist Roberto Cipressi, this rich blend of Merlot, Cab Franc and Sangiovese offers an impressive lineup of fruit, spice and mineral aromas. The wine is incredibly smooth on the fade with lingering notes of clove and cinnamon on the close.",Poggiomandorlo,,93,Tuscany,Maremma,,Poggio Mandorlo 2006 Poggiomandorlo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-mandorlo-2006-poggiomandorlo-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2006,Poggio Mandorlo 14.5,Red,Italy,"This edition of Sapaio (a hearty blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot) shows ripe fruit nuances of cherry, blackberry, dark spice and moist tobacco. The wine boasts a soft, thick and velvety feel and would pair with any winter meat dish.",Sapaio,70,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Podere Sapaio 2006 Sapaio (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-sapaio-2006-sapaio-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2006,Podere Sapaio 14.9,Red,US,"Very unusual to get a newly released Cabernet from the 2004 vintage, especially one this good, at this price. At age six, it's fully mellow, with a silky mouthfeel framing flavors of cherries and blackberries that are starting to dry out and sweeten. There are also developing notes of mushrooms and earth. What a bargain, but only 800 cases were produced.",,25,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Philippe-Lorraine 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-lorraine-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Philippe-Lorraine ,Red,France,"Soft and ripe, with a sprinkling of pepper and spice, this is a rich, gentle wine. The tannins are open, lying under the lively black and red berry fruits. It will age over the next few years, but is not for the long-term.",Les Epenots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Parent 2007 Les Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-parent-2007-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Parent ,Red,Italy,"Here's a blockbuster blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (65%) and Cabernet Franc that impresses on all levels. The aromatic intensity is outstanding, with deep levels of cherry, chocolate, tobacco and exotic spice. But what impresses most of all is the mouthfeel: It is rich, opulent, velvety and smooth.",Tâm,,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Batzella 2007 Tâm (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2007-tam-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Batzella 14.5,Red,Italy,"Le Serre Nuove presents an intense and harmonious bouquet that is accented by opulent notes of black cherry, chocolate, cinnamon spice, leather and tobacco. The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet France and Petit Verdot ends long on the close with enduring density and velvety texture.",Le Serre Nuove,60,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2007 Le Serre Nuove (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2007-le-serre-nuove-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 11,Dessert,Italy,"Tenuta Capofaro's beauty is captured in this precious wine, in its golden color and bright aromas of peach, honey and white almond. The creamy finish is sweet and delicious.",Tenuta Capofaro,31,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Salina,,Tasca d'Almerita 2008 Tenuta Capofaro Malvasia (Salina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2008-tenuta-capofaro-italian-white-malvasia-salina/,Malvasia,2008,Tasca d'Almerita 14,Red,Australia,"A blend of Shiraz from Eden Valley and the valley floor, this is both amply endowed and impressively complex. The creamy purée of raspberries is dusted with peppery spice and cocoa, leaving a savory impression on the lasting finish. Drink now—2015.",The Struie,50,93,South Australia,Barossa,,Torbreck 2006 The Struie Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2006-the-struie-shiraz-barossa-275376/,Shiraz,2006,Torbreck 13.5,White,Austria,"Regarded as a Styrian Grand Cru, the Kranachberg produces landmark Sauvignon Blanc. In the hands of Wilhelm Sattler, the richness of the fruit, with its almost tropical spice element, is tinged with elegance as well as great concentration. There is a fresh, racy aftertaste.",Kranachberg,45,93,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2008 Kranachberg Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2008-kranachberg-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Sattlerhof ,Red,France,"Relatively light and fruity with tight tannins. The wine has fresh acidity that still dominates the texture. There is a delicious spicy element that edges around the tannic core. It seems firm, not yet ready to soften into middle age.",Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Jadot 2004 Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-clos-saint-jacques-premier-cru-gevrey-chambertin-115657/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot 19,Port/Sherry,US,"The first duty of a Port-style wine is to be dazzlingly rich and sweet yet balanced in acidity, and this bottling is all that. Waves of blackberry jam, cassis and dark chocolate are brightened with zesty acidity, and the sweetness level is very high.",Zinfandel,24,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro NV Zinfandel Port (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-nv-zinfandel-port-blend-port-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Port,,Terra d'Oro 14.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Orma (a hearty blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc) shows loads of ripe fruit intensity backed by spice, toasted nut, chocolate, tobacco and leather. It's a chewy, rich wine that would taste perfect with steak or roast pork.",Orma,90,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2006 Orma Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2006-orma-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Tenuta Sette Ponti 13.5,Red,France,"The steep Cazetiers vineyard is among the best of Gevrey's Premier Crus. This is a robust wine that can take all the wood thrown at it and still come back tasting of sweet plums and fresh raspberries. The tannins, with their smoky character, shine right through the heart of the wine.",Les Cazetiers Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Maison Champy 2008 Les Cazetiers Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-cazetiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy ,Red,France,"Foursquare, almost chunky, the tannins dominate black fruits, dark chocolate and spice flavors. There is considerable concentration here, along with initial high acidity. Straight from bottling, the fruit is subdued. The weight of the wine, though, confirms that this is going to be a powerhouse.",,279,93,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Louis Latour 2008 Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour 13.6,Red,US,"What's so likeable about this Pinot is its dryness, silkiness and elegance. It shows a cool-climate structure, with a bite of acidity and fine tannins, and tantalizing flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola and minerals. Should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Morning Dew Ranch,50,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Brogan 2007 Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brogan-2007-morning-dew-ranch-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brogan 14.8,Red,US,"Dazzles now for its richness. Shows those classic Howell Mountain tannins, but they've been so tamed and refined, you can drink it now. The flavors are spectacular, over the top; pure Cirque du Soleil spectacle of blackberry, currant and chocolate acrobatics.",Vintage III,105,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Lamborn Family Vineyards 2005 Vintage III Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamborn-family-2005-vintage-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Lamborn Family Vineyards 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This is the driest of Iron Horse's new releases, but it still has a honeyed richness even though the residual sugar is a comparatively low half a percent. It feels refined, fancy and elegant, with delicious raspberry, lime and toast flavors. The blend is 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay.",Ultra Brut,50,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Ultra Brut Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-ultra-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Iron Horse 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and dark, with serious aromas of black licorice, earth and lush berry. The palate has a great feel to it along with huge flavors of cassis, blackberry, black peppercorn, coffee and sweet coconut. It's stellar from front to back, with coffee, mocha and silky tannins on the finish. Composed of 60% Malbec with 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and small parts Tannat and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2013.",Amano Remolinos Vineyard,50,93,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2007 Amano Remolinos Vineyard Red (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2007-amano-remolinos-vineyard-red-agrelo/,Red Blend,2007,Finca Decero ,Red,France,"Luscious and seriously structured, this is a wine that offers the dense texture of a Gevrey Grand Cru vineyard. It has rich fruit, touched by chocolate and licorice, as well as ripe black fruits. For aging over 4–5 years and more.",,,93,Burgundy,Mazis-Chambertin,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Mazis-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-pinot-noir-mazis-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"A powerful wine, packed with solid tannins, giving rich fruit over the hard, youthful structure. Black tannins and complex bitter chocolate and acidity suggest this is a wine that still needs time to knit together. The final is big and generous.",,,93,Burgundy,Grands-Echezeaux,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Grands-Echezeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-pinot-noir-grands-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"The Domaine de Courcel owns a large part of the heart of the Epenots vineyard, within the walls of a clos. This is a wine with a solid structure, cherry and spice flavors, an elegant feel to go with the ripe berry fruits. It is very balanced, the tannins a great support to the fruit.",Grand Clos des Epenots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine de Courcel 2007 Grand Clos des Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courcel-2007-grand-clos-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine de Courcel ,Red,France,"Firm, dark tannins with solid black fruit flavors. It has structure followed by lively acidity that lends freshness, with a final beautiful black cherry character. It promises aging potential, proof of the quality of the vineyard in a cooler year.",Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru,53,93,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Chandon de Briailles 2007 Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-briailles-2007-ile-vergelesses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Chandon de Briailles 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"From the distant 1994 vintage, this Vin Santo blend of Trebbiano and Malvasia has been aged an astonishing 15 years in small oak barrel. You can detect some of that evolution on the bouquet thanks to aromas of dried apricot, marron glacé, maple syrup and candied fruit with cinnamon spice. It's a sweet, thick wine with great intensity and the potential to age many more years to come.",Riserva,140,93,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Grignano 1994 Riserva (Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-1994-riserva-white-vin-santo-chianti-rufina/,White Blend,1994,Fattoria di Grignano 14,Red,Portugal,"Smooth-textured wine, the layer of firm tannins enveloped by rich, sweet berry fruits. The wine is complex, powered by concentrated fruit, juicy acidity, a core of wood and tannin. Age for at least three years.",Rubrica,34,92,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2008 Rubrica Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2008-rubrica-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Luis Duarte 14,Red,Portugal,"With an initial smooth texture, this is a rich wine. The ripe fruit hides the firm, dense structure, packed with dry tannins and wood spice. The wine is powerful in a serious way, needing several years' aging.",Picos do Couto Reserva,11,92,Dão,,,Quinta do Serrado 2007 Picos do Couto Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-serrado-2007-picos-couto-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Serrado ,Red,France,"The wine is defined by its power and dense concentration. It shows solid black fruits, plums, fig and licorice as well as dark tannins. It seems a little austere at this young stage and needs several years to flesh out.",,299,92,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Louis Latour 2008 Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour 14.5,Red,Spain,"Lower in price than Cenit's Old Vines, but to me this is a better, more open wine with bacon, spice and bold black-fruit aromas. The palate is full but retains finesse as well as big tannins; flavors of black fruits come with chocolate, coffee and spice. Full-force stuff but still fairly refined. Drink now through 2014.",Demora,30,92,Northern Spain,Tierra del Viños de Zamora,,Viñas del Cenit 2007 Demora Tempranillo (Tierra del Viños de Zamora),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-cenit-2007-demora-tempranillo-tierra-vinos-zamora/,Tempranillo,2007,Viñas del Cenit 13,White,New Zealand,"A big and bold Sauvignon Blanc, packed with flavors of mango, nectarine and fresh herbs that come together beautifully on the nose and palate. Long on the finish. Drink now through mid-2011.",Reserve,30,92,Wairau Valley,,,Villa Maria 2009 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Wairau Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2009-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-wairau-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Villa Maria ,Red,France,"A firmly structured wine, perfumed with delicious fresh fruit, supported by densely solid tannins. Fresh cherry acidity cuts right through the texture. It has weight certainly, while the freshness suggests this could be drinkable within 4–5 years.",Les Pruliers Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Henri Gouges 2008 Les Pruliers Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-gouges-2008-pruliers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Henri Gouges 14,Red,Italy,"Guidalberto (a 60-40 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) opens with dense, inky concentration and fresh tones of forest fruit and wild blackberry. The wine is bright and silky with a fresh cherry fade: Pair it with spezzatino di manzo (classic beef stew).",Guidalberto,45,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta San Guido 2008 Guidalberto Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2008-guidalberto-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta San Guido 15.8,Red,Argentina,"At first this seems over the top (it's 15.8%). But give the wine time and you'll find the ultimate presentation of ripeness, richness and depth. The flavors are thick and black, with chunky black plum, prune, syrup and more. But it's also healthy and not flabby, with balance and a sense of being. Excellent if you like monster reds.",Lindaflor,70,91,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Monteviejo 2006 Lindaflor Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2006-lindaflor-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2006,Monteviejo 14,White,US,"What's nice about this wine is its bone dryness, and the way the acidity scours and cleanses the palate. It's subtle in citrus, grass and hay flavors, with complex herb, spice and mineral complexities. A superior California Sauvignon Blanc, and a superb food wine.",McGinley Vineyard,28,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Ojai 2009 McGinley Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2009-mcginley-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ojai 14.5,Red,US,"An interesting Cabernet that is softening and mellowing. The primary blackberry and cherry fruit is starting to dry out, revealing more subtle and harmonious notes. This dry, complex wine is best now and for a few more years.",,15,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Philippe-Lorraine 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-lorraine-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Philippe-Lorraine 14.1,White,US,"A wonderful Gewürz. You never know what to expect from this varietal, but in this case the wine is basically dry, and freshly crisp in acidity. The flavors are complex, ranging from oranges, pineapples and honeysuckle to star anise, toffee and the famous spices of Gewürztraminer. There's also a rich, creamy texture.",,19,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2009 Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Novy 13.9,Red,US,"This is exactly the kind of unusual red blend that is giving Paso Robles such a good name. Made from Syrah, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel, it's an enormously attractive wine, dry and well-structured and complex. It shows flavors of blackberries and black cherries, currants, smoked meat, olives and cedar, with a slightly funky, Burgundian note of barnyard. Drink now.",Euphony,68,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Red Poets 2007 Euphony Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-poets-2007-euphony-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Red Poets 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An elegant red, with power, acidity and black berry flavors curling around a structured core of dark tannins. This is cool Touriga, very poised, worth aging for two years, with a delicious spicy aftertaste.",Grand'Arte,13,91,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Grand'Arte Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-grandarte-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14,Red,France,"A stunning Minervois red composed of 50% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 10% Carignan. Garrigue definitely takes center stage on the nose via thyme and lavender, with a strong black cherry and raspberry backbone. A lush, satiny texture with dusty tannins and a rich mocha-infused finish.",Les Clauses,25,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Domaine Sainte Léocadie 2007 Les Clauses Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-leocadie-2007-clauses-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Sainte Léocadie 12.5,White,France,"The flint of the Rochoy vineyard gives off great heat, turning this into a ripe and complex wine. It is steely, with a strong mineral character, finishing with a wonderful, lifting acidity.",Le Rochoy,33,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Laporte 2008 Le Rochoy (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laporte-2008-le-rochoy-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Laporte ,Red,Italy,"This is a dynamic and exciting wine with loads of depth and personality. The hearty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc opens with blackberry, spice, mature cherry, plum and leather. It feels compact and tight in the mouth and the finish is long and full of lively fruit flavor.",,,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2007 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2007-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 ,Red,France,"Opulence and a definite streak of sold tannins combine to give a wine that has intensity, rich fruit and sweetness plus a licorice layer. The wine offers bright acidity as well over pure strawberry fruit flavors.",Les Chabiots Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Albert Bichot 2008 Les Chabiots Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-chabiots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Albert Bichot 14.4,Red,US,"Made from a small block in Artesa's estate vineyard, this low production (250 cases) Pinot is rich and concentrated in bright raspberry, cherry, licorice and bacon flavors. It's powerful enough to support lots of new French oak, yet is balanced and refined in the mouth. Should develop over the next 4–5 years.",Block 91D,80,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2008 Block 91D Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2008-block-91d-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Artesa ,White,US,"Limited production (just 1,800 cases) and special handling (native yeast, barrel fermented, lot selection) make this the prestige Chardonnay offering from the entire Ste. Michelle portfolio. Much of the fruit is from original (1973) plantings at the Cold Creek vineyard, and gives the wine depth and resonance. This vintage has had plenty of time to absorb the new oak and integrate the flavors, and is drinking beautifully.",Ethos,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Ethos Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-ethos-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon available at a moderately reasonable price. The Castello del Terriccio estate overlooks the sea in Coastal Tuscany and presents aromas of well ripened fruit and plenty of background smoke and tobacco.",Tassinaia,40,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2005 Tassinaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2005-tassinaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Castello del Terriccio 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a beautifully gold-colored late harvest dessert wine born in the same territory that produces celebrated Brunello di Montalcino. Castello Banfi's expression is thick and luscious with a long fade flavored by apricot, honey and delicately toasted almond. Drink this wine alone after dinner in lieu of dessert.",Florus 500ml,,91,Tuscany,Moscadello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2008 Florus 500ml (Moscadello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2008-florus-500ml-muscat-moscadello-moscadello-montalcino/,Moscadello,2008,Castello Banfi 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Potent Malbec with aromas of leather, bacon, blackberry and smoke. It's thick and dense, but well balanced, with flavors of blackberry, cola, pepper and nutmeg. More smooth and easy than complex, with a long, creamy, sweet finish that cements the wine's character. Probably the best Felino Malbec to date, and a good value at 20 bucks.",Felino,20,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2009 Felino Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2009-felino-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Viña Cobos 14,Red,Italy,"Made with organically-framed fruit. The bouquet here is very distinctive with aromas of ripe blackberry, maraschino cherry, clove, ground black pepper, cured meat and polished stone. The feel it imparts in the mouth is one of softness and intensity.",Suisassi,120,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2005 Suisassi Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2005-suisassi-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2005,Duemani ,White,US,"Another fine success for Adelsheim, a founding Oregon winery currently on a quality roll. Elegant and crisply defined, this textbook Pinot Gris begins with a mix of fresh pear, honeydew and gooseberry, then refreshes the palate with juicy acids and some light citrus skin flavors.",,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Adelsheim ,Red,US,"Cowhorn wines are certified biodynamic and entirely natural. This stunning Syrah is inky black, and smells like a bowl of blueberries and blackberries. Threaded through those delicious berry flavors are composty highlights of earth and leaf. Beautifully balanced and intriguing; this is as good as any Oregon Syrah I've ever tasted.",Syrah 74,35,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2008 Syrah 74 Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2008-syrah-74-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,2008,Cowhorn 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very rich, flamboyant Pinot Noir. It offers waves of raspberries, cherries, vanilla, toast, gingersnap cookie and spices. The texture is silky smooth and elegant, while the acidity is fine and balancing. As good as it tastes, it needs more complexity and greater depth. Drink now–2014.",Gold Coast Vineyard Dijon Selection,60,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Costa de Oro 2008 Gold Coast Vineyard Dijon Selection Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-oro-2008-gold-coast-vineyard-dijon-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Costa de Oro 14.3,Red,US,"Tight and tannic now, giving an unrelieved mouthfeel of astringency. That's despite concentrated, powerful blackberry-pie filling, cassis and richly smoked, sweet oak flavors. Give it 5–7 years in the cellar to come around, if not longer.",Reserve,72,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corley 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Corley ,White,US,"From Long Shadows, a rare, barrel-fermented Riesling. Sappy, tart, juicy and stylish, this is loaded with pear, grapefruit and Meyer lemon. The acidity is generous but softened up a bit by the extra oxygen from the fuder.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Carmina Burana 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmina-burana-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Carmina Burana 12,Sparkling,France,"Bailly Lapierre regards this full-bodied rich Pinot Noir as its signature wine. It has a cool, northern feel to it, but it also has powerful red-berry fruits, a firm structure, a final layer of acidity and a sense this is a wine as well as a Crémant.",Pinot Noir Brut,24,91,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Pinot Noir Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-pinot-noir-brut-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,,Bailly-Lapierre 14,Red,Spain,"Mature, classy and different than most, with earth, tobacco, warm fruit, baked notes and subtlety to the bouquet. The palate is whole, welcoming and full of baked plum, spice, molasses and leathery, and then it finish long and complex, but a little sweet and rooty. A winner from Mallorca for those seeking something different. Drink now.",Àn,55,91,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Illes Balears,,Ànima Negra 2005 Àn Red (Vi de la Terra Illes Balears),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2005-an-red-vi-terra-illes-balears/,Red Blend,2005,Ànima Negra 13.5,White,France,"From a parcel at the highest point of the Tracy vineyard, this is a spectacular, densely mineral wine, taking its flavor from the soil. It is spicy, ripe and very full, with light tropical fruits as well as a taut and tight texture. Age for 2–3 years.",101 Rangs,140,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Château de Tracy 2008 101 Rangs (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tracy-2008-101-rangs-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Château de Tracy 13,Red,France,"Potentially an aromatic wine that will develop a rich, velvety character. At this young stage, the fruit is dominated by firm tannins that sit at the heart of the wine. It has all the density for a good development, aging over 5–10 years.",,37,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château la Bessane 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bessane-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Bessane 14,Red,France,"For lovers of dense, firmly tannic and rich Malbec, this is pure pleasure indeed. It is a powerful wine, packed with dark, brooding fruits, leavened by a hint of mint and smoky acidity. The wine shows power, but doesn't get carried away. Age for 4–5 years.",Pur Plaisir,55,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2007 Pur Plaisir Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2007-pur-plaisir-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château Haut-Monplaisir 12.5,White,New Zealand,"The folks at Wairau River have picked up their game, turning out a slightly austere, minerally 2009 that balances those attributes with hints of nectarine, melon and fig. It's medium-bodied, with a long finish.",,15,91,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Wairau River ,Red,Italy,"Ocra is a luscious and opulent blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah (aged 12 months in barrique) that shows loads of cherry, blackberry and plum nuances. You'll also feel soft spice, leather and tobacco folded within the rich, creamy texture.",Ocra,,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Guicciardini Strozzi 2008 Ocra (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guicciardini-strozzi-2008-ocra-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Guicciardini Strozzi ,Red,France,"Rich as well as tannic, this is concentrated, with dense fruits and sweet acidity. Its structure offers good aging as well as pleasurable fruit now.",Château du Grand Pré,,91,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château du Grand Pré (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-grand-pre-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A smooth, yet textured Port, with sweet berry fruits layered with tannins that promise aging. The wine has elegance, perfumed with violets and ripe berries, balanced with some drier acidity and structure. The best vintage from Romaneira so far.",Vintage,,91,Port,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2006 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2006-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2006,Quinta da Romaneira ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful wine boasts impressive harmony and balance between its fruit, spice, tannic and acidic elements. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Merlot and the bouquet is redolent of cherry, blackberry, cinnamon and leather. Very nice.",,,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Michele Satta 2008 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2008-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Michele Satta 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Angialis is superripe, thick and sweet. It shows thick syrupy concentration and glides smoothly over the palate thanks to the high glycerine content. It would probably pair better with aged cheese or pecorino than with dessert.",Angialis,,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Argiolas 2006 Angialis Nasco (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2006-angialis-italian-white-nasco-sardinia/,Nasco,2006,Argiolas 14.5,Red,US,"As usual with Duckhorn's red wines, this Merlot is more tannic and acidic than most anything coming from Napa Valley. They're emphasizing structure over decadence. But that's not to say there aren't rich, elaborate berry, cherry, currant, chocolate and cedar flavors that provide bang for the buck. Very elegant and refined, this Merlot should be decanted before serving.",,52,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Duckhorn 14.2,Red,US,"This is a beautiful Cabernet to drink now with a good steak. It's rich and complex in blackberry and black currant flavors, and is very dry, with lingering acidity. The tannins are thick but fine. The best Cabernet from Eberle in memory. Drink now.",Vineyard Selection,19,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2008 Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2008-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Eberle ,Red,France,"From one of Chambolle's best premier crus, this is a very complete wine, its tannins kept in balance with ripe strawberry and plum jelly flavors. It is ripe and full, hinting at concentration of minerality and structure, but already opening out well.",Les Baudes Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Baudes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-baudes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.1,Red,US,"A barrel selection of lots the winery has to choose from, this is Failla's highest priced Pinot. It's clearly a very fine wine, dry, crisp in coastal acidity and complex. The flavors now range from cherries and currants to cola and tomato juice, wrapped into firm tannins. Not showing delicacy or opulence now, but a Pinot Noir to cellar. Better after 2013.",Vivien,75,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2007 Vivien Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2007-vivien-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Failla 14.3,Red,US,"Give this beautiful Cabernet a few hours of decanting, because fresh out of the bottle it offers firm tannins and zesty acidity that make it austere and tough. Yet it's just a few oxygen molecules away from drinkability, with fabulously delicious blackberry, cherry, currant, anise, pepper and smoky oak flavors.",State Line Vineyard,65,92,California,Napa,Yountville,Corley 2007 State Line Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2007-state-line-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Corley 12.5,White,France,"A floral, tropical fruit-influenced wine that is round in character and full of wonderfully opulent fruit. The final acidity stays within the ripe fruit character.",La Comtesse,44,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Laporte 2008 La Comtesse (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laporte-2008-comtesse-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Laporte 13,Red,France,"Fonbadet is one of the few chateaus that are not classed growths on the heartland vineyards of Pauillac. It has a strong proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon, giving the wine a strength of tannins and intense black currant flavors. With its firm tannins, it will age for many years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Fonbadet 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonbadet-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fonbadet 14,Red,Italy,"The historic Capezzana estate produces excellent wines in a little-known wine region northwest of Florence. This hearty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah shows the best of Tuscan winemaking thanks to the purity of the fruit and the warm background etching of smoke and spice that complete a very pretty picture.",Ghiaie della Furba,50,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capezzana 2005 Ghiaie della Furba Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2005-ghiaie-della-furba-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Capezzana ,Red,France,"Chanson owns the whole of this small premier cru. This vintage is firm and solid, contrasting with fresh acidity and tantalizing juice and fruit character. The tannins have a dark edge, but the fruit is well on its way to standing up to this structure.",Clos des Fèves Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Clos des Fèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-clos-feves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 13.9,White,US,"Shows the rich, exotic notes that a Calera Viognier always displays. Waves of tropical fruits, peaches, honeysuckle flower, vanilla cream and buttered toast flatter the palate, leading to a long, spicy sweet finish. Drink now.",,30,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2009 Viognier (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2009-viognier-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Viognier,2009,Calera ,Red,Italy,"Levia Gravia (a hearty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah) is an opulent and pleasurable wine that moves gracefully over the palate thanks to its lively fruit, firm tannins and rich mouthfeel. The long fade is colored by nuances of vanilla and exotic spice.",Levia Gravia,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Caccia al Piano 1868 2006 Levia Gravia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caccia-al-piano-1868-2006-levia-gravia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,1868,Caccia al Piano 1868 ,Red,Italy,"The wine opens with deep intensity and rich concentration: Black cherry, spice and chocolate are fundamental components of the bouquet. The mouthfeel is rich and decadent to the end. This 40-40-20 blend of Merlot, Cab Sauvignon and Syrah would make the perfect companion to pork shank in Porcini mushroom sauce.",Mosaico,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2008 Mosaico (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2008-mosaico-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Casa di Terra ,Red,Italy,"Poggio Querciolo represents a beautiful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot that shows amazing structure and aromatic intensity. Aromas include bursting cherry, blackberry, cola, chocolate, spice and leather. Pair this wine with grilled steak garnished with olive oil and rosemary.",Poggio Querciolo,,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casa di Terra 2007 Poggio Querciolo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2007-poggio-querciolo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Casa di Terra ,Red,Italy,"With just over 200 cases made, Maronea is a precious blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot that opens with huge concentration and plush aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry and chocolate. The tannins are firm and determined: The finish is accented by sweet fruit.",Maronea,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2007 Maronea (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2007-maronea-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Casa di Terra ,White,US,"This Sancerre-like effort shows amazing concentration and distinct, vineyard-driven flavors of grain and herb. Racy, textural, crisp and penetrating, it's lifted by a refreshing minerality. Lemon polish, citrus oil, a very delicate suggestion of honey in the nose and mouth, and above all a wonderful persistence make this a standout Sauvignon Blanc.",Estate,26,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Woodward Canyon 15.1,White,US,"A near replica of the wonderful 2007, and an equally powerful value. Enormously rich and attractive in pineapple cream, golden mango, lemon chiffon pie, buttered toast and dusty spice flavors; crisp Central Coast acidity makes it alive and vibrant. Only 400 cases produced, but worth the search.",Sarmento Vineyard,25,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Windstream 2008 Sarmento Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windstream-2008-sarmento-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Windstream 15.1,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is solidly in the Darby style, but bigger and fuller and rounder than the other wines, with lovely, plummy aromas that lead into mouth-filling blackberry, cassis and cherry fruit. The use of 75% new oak is not intrusive; it's truly just an accent, and does not overtake the fruit.",The Swagger Reserve Red,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Darby 2007 The Swagger Reserve Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2007-swagger-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Darby 14.5,Red,US,"Released from Hahn, the Central Coast producer, this wine is so good, it easily stands beside far more expensive bottlings. It's dry and full-bodied and complex, just what you want in a Cab, and shows classic flavors of ripe blackberries, sweet black currants and smoky cedar. Production was 2,200 cases, and it's worth the search.",,16,91,California,California Other,California,Bin 36 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bin-36-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bin 36 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"A bit less obvious and more elegant than the 2007 vintage, this edition of Diamante (a Passito dessert wine from one of Sicily's best producers) shows piquant aromas of lemon zest, candied fruit, dried apricot, honey and butterscotch. The wine slides over the palate with crisp, clean determination a thick creaminess.",Diamante 500ml,30,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2008 Diamante 500ml White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2008-diamante-500ml-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Tasca d'Almerita 14.6,Red,US,"This is a lovely wine to drink now. It's so dry and elegantly constructed, with wonderfully ripe tannins and great integration of oak with the fruit. There's a nice balance of acidity to balance the blackberry, cherry and cola flavors. Drink now, with a brief decant.",Smith Ranch,60,91,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Smith Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-smith-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steven Kent 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With 4,300 bottles produced and only 110 cases imported, this is a gorgeous small production Cab that should be grabbed up when you find it. It's all dark fruit and sweet spice with notes of black currant, fig, plum, leather and cigar box. With firm tannins and a medium-full weight, this is a big but balanced wine that's easy to enjoy now or can be cellared for a couple of years.",Three Pines,42,91,Jonkershoek Valley,,,Stark-Condé 2007 Three Pines Cabernet Sauvignon (Jonkershoek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2007-three-pines-cabernet-sauvignon-jonkershoek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stark-Condé 14,Red,South Africa,"This is a stellar and immensely attractive Merlot that's sure to impress any true wine lover. Fig, black plum flesh, sweet cola glaze and black raspberry sauce dominate, with accents of leathery spice and cigar tobacco adding depth and complexity. It's round and full in the mouth with dainty fine grain tannins and a long finish. This can easily be drunk now or cellared for another 2–5 years.",Mount Bullet,75,91,Elgin,,,Shannon 2008 Mount Bullet Merlot (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-2008-mount-bullet-merlot-elgin/,Merlot,2008,Shannon 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very good Cabernet that shows its mountain origins in the thick tannins and overall concentration. It's superrich in blackberries, black currants and crème de cassis, with a tangy minerality. There's also a cut of acidity that makes the mouthfeel tart, and will never go away. Seems at its best over the next few years for youthful beauty.",Lampyridae Vineyard,48,91,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Schulz 2007 Lampyridae Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schulz-2007-lampyridae-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Schulz 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely wine (a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and other grapes) that shows very attractive softness in the mouth backed by a velvety texture and fine tannins. Black fruit, tobacco, spice and leather accent the bouquet: Pair it with black truffle Cornish hen.",Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato,32,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Marchesi Antinori 2008 Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2008-guado-al-tasso-il-bruciato-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Marchesi Antinori 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Recioto della Valpolicella is one of the rare red dessert wines enhanced by a strong tannic structure. This extra density and richness is what makes these wines such a perfect pairing partner to chocolate-based cakes and puddings. This expression delivers layers of fudge, smoke, roasted almond and exotic spice.",Rerum 500 ml,,91,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Sartori 2008 Rerum 500 ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2008-rerum-500-ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Sartori ,Red,France,"For a Grand Cru from Vosne-Romanée, this is a wine on the light side, its tannins soft and dominated by new-wood flavors. That said, it is still a fine wine, packed with ripe fruit and fresh acidity. The structure floats over the fruit; a few months and it may fatten out.",,350,91,Burgundy,Romanée-St.-Vivant,,Louis Latour 2008 Romanée-St.-Vivant,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-pinot-noir-romanee-st-vivant/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour 14,White,US,"Ojai is making Chardonnays in a drier, leaner and lower alcohol style than many others, but the wines reward for their extreme elegance and Chablisian minerality. This one, from a cool vineyard within sight of the Pacific, is streamlined, with flavors of citrus rind, tapioca and oak, and is very high in mouthwatering acidity.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,38,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ojai 2008 Solomon Hills Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2008-solomon-hills-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Ojai 14.5,Red,Spain,"Stocky, dark and pure, with inky aromas of shoe polish, black fruits and charcoal. The palate is brawny and tannic, with saturated blackberry, espresso and bitter chocolate flavors. It's rowdy but also attractive and full of everything good including chocolate, spice and pepper on the finish. Drink from 2011 through 2015.",Numanthia,60,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2007 Numanthia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2007-numanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Numanthia ,Red,US,"Stella Maris is priced well below the other Northstar wines, but can stand on its own with this kind of quality. Bursting with tangy berries and lively acidity, it feels sculpted and refreshing, deep and lingering. A lick of mocha and a finishing hint of licorice add to the pleasure.",Stella Maris Red,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2006 Stella Maris Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2006-stella-maris-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Northstar ,Red,Italy,"Here's an impressive new wine from Bolgheri with an inky, dense appearance and concentrated aromas of black fruit, spice, leather, tar and licorice. The wine shows depth and personality, capped by a velvety texture and long, fruit-driven persistency.",Donne Fittipaldi,,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,La Pineta 2008 Donne Fittipaldi (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pineta-2008-donne-fittipaldi-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,La Pineta ,Red,US,"This offers a distinctive take on Boushey fruit, with a lot of green tea in the tannins. The berry flavors take a back seat to the vineyard's distinctive highlights of earth, cured meat, and Rhône-like bacon fat.",Boushey Vineyard,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,JM Cellars 2007 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2007-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,JM Cellars ,Red,US,"How astonishing to find an Oregon Pinot Noir just under 13% alcohol that is fully ripe and fragrant with a perfect balance of fruit, herb and mineral. The young raspberry fruit flavors and overall lightness of this wine match beautifully with lox or smoked salmon. Despite its elegance, this strikes me as a wine that could turn out to be quite long-lived, given its impeccable balance.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,75,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2008 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelsheim 14.3,Red,US,"What a nice Cab! It's so softly intricate, so complex, so dry and interesting, you just want to drink the whole bottle now with anything related to beef. Shows blackberry, black currant and oak flavors, with a fine balance of acids and tannins, and is ready to drink now.",,19,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Angeline 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Angeline ,Red,US,"This 100% Syrah is a supple and juicy, fruit-laden wine, bursting with blackberry, black cherry and cassis fruit. It is dense enough to add layers of mineral and mocha. Tannins are powerful and smooth, with a hint of green stem and pepper.",The Pixie,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2008 The Pixie Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2008-pixie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,Gorman 14,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, dry and elegant, and a great bargain at this price. Made from all five of the classic Bordeaux grape varieties, it's rich in blackberry, currant, violet, cocoa and sandalwood flavors, with an exotic spiciness in the finish. Fine acidity and silky tannins combine for a perfect texture. Drink now and through 2013.",The French Connection,18,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2007 The French Connection Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2007-the-french-connection-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,EOS ,Red,Italy,"Thanks to the firm and structured nature of the tannins, Montepergoli will benefit from another five years of cellar aging. The wine opens with black, ripe fruit and smoky aromas of tanned leather, clove and peppercorn.",Montepergoli,45,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Enrico Santini 2006 Montepergoli (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-santini-2006-montepergoli-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2006,Enrico Santini 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made with air-dried Passerina grapes in central Italy, this special dessert wine shows characteristic aromas of butterscotch, crème caramel, dried apricot and honey. It's sweet but not too heavy and would pair with dried cookies or sponge cake.",L'Estro del Mastro 500 ml,25,91,Central Italy,Offida Passerina,,Il Conte 2006 L'Estro del Mastro 500 ml (Offida Passerina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-2006-lestro-mastro-500-ml-italian-white-passerina-offida-passerina/,Passerina,2006,Il Conte ,Red,France,"There is a rich texture, with black and red cherry fruits. The wine is dominated more by the dark and complex tannins that give a solid and firm base, and also show potential lusciousness.",Les Roncerets Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Les Roncerets Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-roncerets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont ,White,US,"A very fine 100% Sauvignon Blanc, made with little or no oak influence. It's dry and crisp and attractive, with citrus and tropical fruit, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors, and a fine tug of minerals. Combines richness and power with elegance, a rare feat.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hall ,Red,US,"A sharp, spicy, beautifully-defined example of Washington Syrah. Purple berry fruits, lingering, focused, and intense. Tasted right at release, it is still sharp and woody, and very much in need of more bottle age. But the basic juice is exemplary, and the finish has a pretty, toasty ring to it.",RiverBend Vineyard,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2008 RiverBend Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2008-riverbend-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2008,Fielding Hills 15.5,Red,US,"What a roll Feliz Noche has been on. They're scoring hit after hit, and this lovely Syrah is right on. Drink it now for its polished tannins, soft texture and dry, rich flavors of blackberry jam, cherry tart, cola and chocolate.",,60,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Feliz Noche 2006 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feliz-noche-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,Feliz Noche 14.5,Red,US,"Pinot Noir doesn't get much richer than this smooth bottling from Fritz. It's their best yet, offering firm, drily crisp flavors of raspberries, cherries, red currants and cola, wrapped into a silky texture. Drink now.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fritz 13.5,Red,France,"One of the top Madiran producers, Laplace tames the naturally tannic Tannat with a little Cabernet. But this is still a dark, intense wine, with plum skins and wood tannins to give the whole wine a powerful structure. Age for 5 years or more.",Madiran Laplace,15,91,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2008 Madiran Laplace Tannat-Cabernet (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2008-madiran-laplace-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet,2008,Château d'Aydie 13.5,Dessert,France,"From late harvest grapes, this concentrated sweet wine balances great freshness with a smooth creamy texture with flavors of orange zest, honey and spice. It is rich and concentrated, while the acidity shoots through the aftertaste.",Cuvée Thibault,20,91,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Bellegarde 2007 Cuvée Thibault (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellegarde-2007-cuvee-thibault-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2007,Domaine Bellegarde 13,Red,France,"A solid wine, finely constructed, its chunky tannins blending well with the red-plum-juice flavors. The acidity is important, along with the tasty cherry texture. Age for 3–4 years.",Aux Perdrix Premier Cru,120,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine des Perdrix 2008 Aux Perdrix Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perdrix-2008-aux-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine des Perdrix 13.5,Red,France,"Aged in a small proportion of new wood, this is a concentrated, sophisticated wine. It derives its character from the local Braucol and Duras grapes, blended with Syrah. Together, these varieties give a complex, black berry led wine, vivid with acidity and packed with tannins. Age for 4–5 years.",Renaissance,23,91,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2007 Renaissance Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2007-renaissance-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine Rotier 13.5,Red,France,"A velvet-textured wine, relatively light because of the vintage, but oh-so tender, the tannins whispering behind the sweet fruits. This is regarded as the second wine of Clos de Tart Grand Cru and shows the same generous, plush character.",La Forge de Tart Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Clos de Tart 2007 La Forge de Tart Premier Cru (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-tart-2007-forge-premier-cru-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2007,Clos de Tart 15.4,Red,US,"Ultrasmooth and luxurious in the mouth, with the fine tannins and complex cherry, blueberry, anise and mocha flavors of a fine red wine, and the finish is dry and lingering. It's a bit soft and hot, but a lovely Merlot to drink now.",Reserve,39,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cerro Prieto 2007 Reserve Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-prieto-2007-reserve-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Cerro Prieto 14.8,Red,US,"This is an unbelievable price for a Napa Merlot of this quality. The wine is softly tannic, dry and rich, with crisp acidity balancing complex flavors of cherries, currants, herbs, violets and cedar. Taste this against Merlots costing five times as much, and it will acquit itself well.",Lot 175,13,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 175 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-175-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Cameron Hughes 14.4,Red,US,"This fine Pinot Noir easily holds its own when tasted against far more expensive bottlings. It's softly silky and delicately structured and enormously rich, offering delicious waves of raspberries, cherries, oranges, cola, beef jerky and black pepper. A perfect Pinot Noir to drink now. Easy to find, with nearly 13,000 cases produced.",,24,91,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calera 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a soft, luscious Cabernet. It has soft tannins and is very delicious, with a milk chocolate edge to the black and red sour-cherry candy fruit, enriched with rich, toasty oak. Lovely now and should develop over the next 6–8 years.",,150,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,So Rare 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/so-rare-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,So Rare 14.9,Red,US,"Enormously rich and complex in blackberry tart, black currant, crème de cassis, licorice and bacon flavors. The tannins are strong but very fine, with a velvety texture. Give it 5–6 years to achieve bottle complexity.",Oliver's Blend,95,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Skipstone 2007 Oliver's Blend Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skipstone-2007-olivers-blend-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Skipstone 14.5,Red,US,"Notable for its richness and concentration of fruit, and also for the finesse of the tannin structure. Feels softly lush and luxurious, with potent blackberry and cherry-pie filling, raspberry liqueur, dark chocolate and smoky sandalwood flavors. Needs time to resolve its elements. Give it 5–6 years in a good cellar.",Oliver's Blend,105,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Skipstone 2005 Oliver's Blend Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skipstone-2005-olivers-blend-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Skipstone 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This terrific Sauvignon Blanc is marked by slightly pungent notes of green tomato or crushed tomato leaf, seamlessly married to smooth, ripe, tropical fruit. It's a bit creamy in texture, almost lush, with a long, mouthcoating finish.",Taylors Pass Vineyard,25,92,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2009 Taylors Pass Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2009-taylors-pass-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Villa Maria 14.3,Red,US,"Shows a great return to form over the 2006, with the lush flavors and rich attractions of the 2005. With soft but complex tannins, the wine immediately appeals for its wealth of blackberries, black currants and plums, enriched with smoky oak. Very rich, pure and refined. Fine now, with a good decant, and should age well for a decade.",Winfield Vineyard,80,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Grade 2007 Winfield Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grade-2007-winfield-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,The Grade 14.8,Red,US,"The score reflects the potential of this Cabernet down the road, as right now it's very tight and hard in mountain tannins. However, there's a gigantic core of blackberries and cherries that's just yearning to get out. Production was a mere 640 cases, but this is a good wine to seek out for the cellar. Best after 2013.",,70,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Robert Craig 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Craig 14.9,Red,US,"You don't look to Pinots from this vineyard for delicacy. You look for power, sheer butt-kicking audacity. And that's what you'll find in this '08 from Roar. It's almost Rhône-like in the dark color and full-bodied richness, with its chocolate and black cherry fruit. But that's Pisoni for you. Will age for the better part of a decade.",Pisoni Vineyard,55,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2008 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2008-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roar ,Red,Italy,"This blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon is a unique wine that shows quality fruit aromas of wild berry and sweet cherries backed by drying mineral, cola and exotic spice. The mouthfeel is excellent with a plush, sweet close.",Mediterra,25,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2008 Mediterra Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2008-mediterra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Poggio al Tesoro ,Red,Italy,". This rich and opulent blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot delivers an intense bouquet of chocolate, cherry, blackberry, spice, nutmeg and polished stone. The wine ends with firm, biting tannins and flavors of chocolate essence. Give it three to five years of bottle aging.",Volpolo,50,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Sapaio 2008 Volpolo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-sapaio-2008-volpolo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Podere Sapaio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Leonensis is a truly beautiful blend of Sangiovese (50%) with Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc that opens with plush and thick aromas of chocolate, spice, almond paste, black fruit, cherry and cassis. In the mouth, the wine imparts a soft, smooth texture and long finish.",Leonensis,,92,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Podere Brizio 2007 Leonensis Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-brizio-2007-leonensis-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2007,Podere Brizio ,Red,US,"Brilliantly aromatic, this wine beguiles with exotic scents of plum pudding, spice cake, cherry compote, pipe tobacco, red licorice and raspberry jam. All that and more can be tasted—the wine is a riot of fruits and baking spices. This makes the best possible case for Mourvèdre as a stand-alone varietal wine here in Washington.",Coyote Canyon Vineyard,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2008 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Mourvèdre (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2008-coyote-canyon-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Mourvèdre,2008,Syncline 14.5,Red,US,"Another successful release from Stromberg after the fine 2005 vintage, and it makes the case for Dry Creek Cabernet at its best. Hillside grapes have yielded concentrated flavors of blackberries, plums and spices, and the wine is finely balanced with dense tannins and acidity. Fifty percent new French oak barrel aging is easily absorbed by the wine's inherent size. Elegant and complex, it's a gorgeous wine to drink now.",,30,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stromberg Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stromberg-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stromberg Vineyards 19,Dessert,US,"A superrich, fantastically sweet wine. It's clean and crisp with acidity, and wildly extravagant in orange, apricot, vanilla, butterscotch and white chocolate notes. California's equivalent of a white Port, and a perfect pairing for cheesecake.",,25,92,California,California Other,California,Rotta NV Black Monukka (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotta-nv-black-monukka-california-122258/,Black Monukka,,Rotta ,Red,US,"Dedicated to the memory of a family founder, Vernon Rhodes, this one-time release is packed with barrel flavors of chocolate, espresso and smoke. The fruit holds its own, dense cassis and black cherry, dappled with pepper and fresh herbs. Tight and balanced, this needs decanting and can certainly be cellared for a decade or longer.",V.R. Special,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 V.R. Special Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-vr-special-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dusted Valley 13,Dessert,Italy,"This latest edition of Hekate opens with a bright amber-gold color and shows lively aromas of stone fruit, especially apricot, honey, caramel, almond paste and yellow rose. It tastes thick, sticky and deliciously sweet on the close.",Hekate,30,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2008 Hekate White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2008-hekate-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Feudo Arancio ,Red,Italy,"Millepassi (one-thousand footsteps) is an austere and sophisticated Bolgheri blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Merlot. The wine is very ripe (just shy of being exaggeratedly mature or jammy) with bright aromas of strawberry, spice, blackberry and dense chocolate.",Millepassi,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2007 Millepassi (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2007-millepassi-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 14.3,Red,US,"This is a lush, complex Pinot Noir. It shows classic cool-climate acidity and dryness, and long hangtime flavors of raspberries, cherries and cola. But there also are exotic notes of wild berries, spices, cured meats and dried herbs, which make the taste fascinating and elusive. The texture is silky and pure Pinot Noir. Should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Doc's Ranch,60,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Evening Land 2008 Doc's Ranch Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2008-docs-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Evening Land 14.4,Red,US,"There's a pepper note that might make you think this was a cool-climate Syrah. It's very rich and flamboyant in jammy blackberries, black cherries, currants, mocha and bacon, while oak adds even richer layers of toast. No question about the deliciousness factor. Provides a great mouth of Cabernet immediately, and probably for the next 5–6 years.",,65,92,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Elan 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elan-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Elan 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This gorgeous wine opens with deeps hues of amber and gold, followed by intensely fragrant tones of dried apricot, chestnut honey, almond paste and pineapple. There's piquant spice on the close that tickles your tongue and the wine boasts thick, luscious sweetness and opulent density.",Rocca Sveva Mida,,92,Veneto,Recioto di Soave Classico,,Cantina di Soave 2005 Rocca Sveva Mida (Recioto di Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2005-rocca-sveva-mida-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave-classico/,Garganega,2005,Cantina di Soave 13,Sparkling,US,"Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with a splash of Pinot Meunier, this bubbly is, in a word, delicious. It's so easy to drink, you can't put the glass down. Shows classic Champagne structure, with refined bubbles and brisk acidity. But the raspberry, strawberry, lime and apple flavors are pure California.",Étoile Brut,40,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Chandon NV Étoile Brut Sparkling (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-etoile-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-napa/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Impressive, ripe wine, the acidity and black fruits meld together in a harmonious whole. It has fresh fruit as well as dark tannins, wood aging giving a rounded feel to the texture. Age for two years.",Cabeça de Toiro Reserva,17,92,Ribatejo,,,Caves Velhas 2007 Cabeça de Toiro Reserva Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2007-cabeca-toiro-reserva-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Caves Velhas 15,Dessert,Italy,"Sweet Zibibbo grapes are dried under the sun for concentration and power. Abraxas makes one of the most traditional interpretations with a dark amber color and pure aromas of raisin, dried apricot and chestnut honey.",,56,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Abraxas 2007 Passito di Pantelleria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abraxas-2007-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2007,Abraxas 14.9,Red,US,"Another of Cameron Hughes' terrific Cabernets at a good price. This wine will easily stand beside Cabs far more expensive, with its dry, crisply complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, anise, mocha and oak.",Lot 172,22,92,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 172 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-172-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 13.9,White,US,"Awesomely rich, with massive tropical fruit, pear, vanilla cream and buttered toast flavors, finished with cinnamon spice. Acidity is high and crisp, and a bright scour of minerals brings balance. Made in the modern style, this is a Chardonnay to drink with lobster and scallops.",,28,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2009 Chardonnay (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Chardonnay,2009,Calera ,Red,France,"A firm wine from a cool vineyard. It is structured, dry and solid, the fruit dominated by tannins. There is an austere character here that obviously needs time to fill out. Give it five years.",Les Cailles Premier Cru,135,92,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Les Cailles Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-cailles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils ,Red,France,"Structured and concentrated, it has a silky richness that is very Volnay, while at the same time giving the bright fruits of the year. The final tastes are smoke and crisp acidity.",Ancienne Cuvée Carnot Caillerets Premier Cru,85,92,Burgundy,Volnay,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Ancienne Cuvée Carnot Caillerets Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-ancienne-cuvee-carnot-caillerets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils ,Red,Italy,"Some 18 months of careful oak aging have shaped a deep, layered wine with loads of cherry and cola. The wine shows a compact, streamlined structure but there is backbone here and the fresh acidity at the end really hits the spot.",Bliss,,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Batzella 2007 Bliss Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2007-bliss-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Batzella 15.2,White,US,"A beautiful wine that asserts itself near the top of the pile of Carneros Chardonnay. Shows brisk acidity and a tangy minerality, with oak-inspired, superripe green apple, Meyer lemon and pear fruit flavors that are wrapped into a creamy texture. Drink now.",Beresini,65,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Knights Bridge 2008 Beresini Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2008-beresini-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Knights Bridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful and rich blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that shows the best of Bolgheri Superiore winemaking. There's opulence and sophistication here with tones of wild berry, chocolate, tobacco and polished stone.",L'Alberello,85,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Grattamacco 2006 L'Alberello (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2006-lalberello-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2006,Grattamacco 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A big and densely textured wine that shows great rich swathes of bitter chocolate, dark tannins and sweet acidity. The wine has power, dark aromas and an intense concentration.",Aragonez-Alicante Bouschet,21,92,Terras do Sado,,,Herdade da Comporta 2005 Aragonez-Alicante Bouschet Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2005-aragonez-alicante-bouschet-red-terras-sado/,Portuguese Red,2005,Herdade da Comporta 19.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Golden brown in color, with smooth, almondy aromas along with apricot, cinnamon and toffee. The palate is full, round, smooth and satisfying, with a fine blend of weight, acidity and prime Sherry flavors. Overall this is a rich, heady style of dry Amontillado that finishes long and secure.",Jalifa Rare Old Dry Amontillado Aged 30 Years,70,92,Andalucia,Jerez,,Williams & Humbert NV Jalifa Rare Old Dry Amontillado Aged 30 Years Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-humbert-nv-jalifa-rare-old-dry-amontillado-aged-30-years-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Williams & Humbert 14.5,Red,Italy,"Filippone is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot that is layered tight with aromas of wild berries, blue flower, plush cherry, moist earth and a touch of playful spice. The structure is firm without being hard and the wine would pair with pasta or meat.",Filippone,40,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Canneto 2006 Filippone Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2006-filippone-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Canneto 14.9,Red,US,"Made from all five classic Bordeaux varieties, this is a rich, softly tannic and delicious wine. It brims with jammy blackberry, dark chocolate and sweet cedar flavors, in a sweetly chewy texture that hints at further ageability. Drink now–2015.",Reserve Tapestry,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2007 Reserve Tapestry Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2007-reserve-tapestry-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Beaulieu Vineyard 13,Red,France,"Dominated by tannin, this is a dark-hued, perfumed wine, with minerality and dry fruit dominant. The fruit is still behind in its weight, needing several years to develop, the juicy aftertaste giving a hint of pleasure to come.",,35,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-2006-saint-emilion-118659/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Grand Corbin 14,Red,France,"From the privileged soil of St.-Julien, this is an opulently rich wine. The weight is obvious as is the sweet fruit. But there is complexity as well, spice and black currant fruit powerful and concentrated. For long-term aging.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château du Glana 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-glana-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Glana 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Assembled from dozens of individual lots, this sumptuous brut is an example of the art of blending. Based on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it's really as delicious and refined a sparkling wine as you could want for drinking now. Shows lush citrus, strawberry, honey, melon, fig and spice flavors that are wrapped into a smooth, silky bubbling mouthfeel.",Brut Prestige,20,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Prestige Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-napa-valley-122572/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 14.2,Red,US,"A very successful Cabernet that continues the winery's string of mountain bottlings. It's dry and classically balanced, with a firm minerality bracing flavors of blackberries, black currants, herbs, spices and smoky oak. The firm tannins are a bit numbing now, so give it 3 or 4 years in the cellar to settle down.",,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Martin Ray 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ray 14.7,Red,US,"This sturdy, full-bodied Pinot could almost be a Grenache, it's so big and strong. Yet, strangely, there's a silky elegance that tells you it's Santa Lucia-style Pinot. Offers waves of raspberries and cherries and oranges, brightened with zesty acidity. A considerable value given the producer and origin.",Lucia Highlands Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2008 Lucia Highlands Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2008-lucia-highlands-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pessagno ,Red,US,"The ripeness and heat are immediately noticeable in the liquorous nose. Supple and smooth in the mouth, it shows a blend of pretty purple fruits and polished tannins, layered with barrel flavors emphasizing espresso and strong toast. Classic Michel Rolland, inviting and generous.",,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pedestal 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedestal-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Pedestal 14,Red,US,"Made in a dry, austerely tannic style, this Pinot Noir is very elegantly constructed, with notable acidity. It's dense and young, but very concentrated in black cherry jam, cola, beef jerky, olive tapenade, sandalwood and spice flavors. Needs time to resolve. Better after 2011.",Clos Pepe Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ojai 2007 Clos Pepe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2007-clos-pepe-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ojai 14,Red,US,"Merges Ojai's leaner, more elegant style of winemaking with the rich pedigree of this fine vineyard to produce a dry, complex and food-friendly wine. It's zesty in acidity, with intricate flavors of cherries, cola, minerals and dried herbs. Should do interesting things over the next six years. Give it a good decant after opening the bottle.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,38,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ojai 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ojai ,Red,France,"A wine that shows a more delicate side of the vineyard, as the texture is rounded and juicy. The structure is fully in place, hinting at licorice and black chocolate while pushing the red berry fruits forward. The final tannins are soft and open.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-clos-frantin-aux-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2007,Albert Bichot ,White,US,"Exceptionally ripe and yet beautifully proportioned, this has a gravelly base under bright red currant and raspberry fruit. Tight and tart initially, it opens into a lush, superripe wine that finishes a bit hard and green but with bright, intense baking spice highlights.",Zachary's Ladder,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2008 Zachary's Ladder Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2008-zacharys-ladder-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Gorman ,Red,US,"Wonderfully rich, with a lush and luxurious mid-palate, this young wine is packed with berries and cassis, elevated with some citrusy acidity, and deep with notes of gravel and smoke. This wine is still hard and unresolved. Give it a lot of decanting, or just age for a few years.",The Bully,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2007 The Bully Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2007-bully-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gorman 13,White,Austria,"There is definite richness here. This is a wine that has a mineral structure inside an opulent and ripe outer skin. The fruits run the range from pear to black currants to tropical flavors, all given a delicious spicy edge. Age for 2–4 years.",Langenlois Terrassen Reserve,,92,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2009 Langenlois Terrassen Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2009-langenlois-terrassen-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2009,Loimer 15.2,Dessert,US,"Opening with fruity, bubble gum scents, this barrel-fermented (in new French oak) old-vine Chenin Blanc has a delicious toasty, bready flavor, sweet lemony acids, and plenty of peachy fruit, without being unctuous or heavy. The broad and toasty mid-palate seems to extend indefinitely; it just never stops.",The Cry Baby Late Harvest,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2009 The Cry Baby Late Harvest Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2009-cry-baby-late-harvest-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Gorman ,Red,France,"A delicious wine with all the roundness and style of a Chambolle. The texture is soft, but given a firm cushion of tannins and vanilla from the wood aging. Given 2–3 years, this will be a lovely wine.",Les Chatelots Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Chatelots Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-chatelots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.3,Rose,US,"A terrific California blush wine, rich and compelling, with a gorgeous color, sort of a salmon-koi gold. It's bone dry and crisply clean in acidity, with strong, but not heavy, flavors of strawberries and raspberries. There's a dusting of tannins that give the wine a solid structure.",Rose of Pinot Noir,22,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Rose of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2009,Lynmar ,Red,France,"There is plenty of the proper power and intensity of a Chambertin here, resulting in a structured wine. It is dense, packed with black plum flavors, with a hard edge of spice and tannin. Obviously, there is a long-term future here, and it should not be touched for 5–6 years.",Cuvée Héritiers Latour,249,92,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Louis Latour 2008 Cuvée Héritiers Latour (Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-cuvee-heritiers-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour ,Red,France,"Flowery and smoky aromas introduce a perfumed, ripe wine. Gentle at first, the tannins gradually show through, part of a solid texture that gives density. Fruit goes from damsons through black cherries and a layer of wild strawberry. For long-term aging.",,229,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Louis Latour 2008 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour 14.5,Red,US,"A very lovely blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with rich flavors and classic dryness. Shows delicious blackberry, black cherry, currant and dried herb flavors, touched with smoky oak, and wrapped into gentle tannins. Should age well over a decade; decant if you're going to drink it now.",Sophia's Hillside Cuvée,42,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lancaster 2007 Sophia's Hillside Cuvée Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-2007-sophias-hillside-cuvee-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Lancaster ,Red,US,"From a section of the vineyard known as the “espresso block” this smoky, coffee-flavored Syrah certainly warrants the nickname. Penetrating aromas of espresso and baking chocolate roll into dense, compact flavors with cassis and black cherry packed tightly in the core. One of the most pure and deep expressions of Syrah from a state bursting with excellent versions, this is one to cellar for up to a decade.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2008 McKinley Springs Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2008-mckinley-springs-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Syncline 14.8,Red,US,"A lovely and complex Cabernet from this mountain in the southerly Mayacamas chain. It shows the big, firm tannins of its origins, with a dry sturdiness backing up the intense black currant flavors. Drinkable now for sheer decadence, although it also seems to have the stuffing to age for a decade.",,70,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Robert Craig 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Craig 14.9,Red,US,"This is a beautiful Cabernet that shows the gentle tannins and herbaceous edge of Rutherford Cabernets, but doesn't stint on richness. It's dry, smooth and appealing in black and red cherry, red currant, licorice, bacon and sandalwood flavors, and is complex enough to age for a decade.",,60,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Riboli 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riboli-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Riboli 12,White,Portugal,"This is a rarity —wood-aged Vinho Verde. It works beautifully, the floral flavors of the Loureiro grape balanced with a smooth texture. The green fruit flavors dominate, just broadened by the wood.",Escolha,25,92,Minho,,,Quinta do Ameal 2009 Escolha Loureiro (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ameal-2009-escolha-portuguese-white-loureiro-minho/,Loureiro,2009,Quinta do Ameal 13,White,Austria,"The Kögl is one of the great Krems vineyards, and this full-bodied Riesling has considerable power as well as intensely crisp acidity. There is just a touch of spice to go with the pineapple juice and green apples. Keep this wine for 4–5 years.",Kögl Reserve,42,92,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2009 Kögl Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2009-kogl-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Stadt Krems 13.3,Red,US,"Not clear if this is a long-term ager, but you definitely want to give it a good decanting of at least four hours. You should even pour the glasses and let them to stand for an hour. The interaction with oxygen will open the wine up and allow it to express its herbal, soft deliciousness. Airing also emphasizes the cherry and red currant fruit, letting the palate enjoy this complex, tannic wine at its best.",,70,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Silver Oak 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-oak-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Silver Oak ,Red,US,"Always a very dry, elegant Pinot Noir, Signorello's '08 Las Amigas again displays those qualities. It shows dried raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, with a distinct minerality and a dusting of tobacco and black pepper. This fancy Pinot is a natural lamb or steak.",Las Amigas Vineyard,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Signorello 2008 Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2008-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Signorello 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a lightly oak-aged Recioto di Soave that opens with an intensely golden color and beautiful aromas of raw honey, roasted almond and chestnut, backed by candied fruit and apricot.",Monte Calvarina,30,92,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Sandro de Bruno 2007 Monte Calvarina (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandro-bruno-2007-monte-calvarina-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2007,Sandro de Bruno 13.5,Red,US,"Notable for its firm minerality and acidity and distinguished mouthfeel. Could be a little richer, but offers intricate raspberry, sour cherry candy, blueberry, cola and sandalwood flavors. Might blossom over the next few years. Drink now–2013.",Dutton Ranch Sanchietti Vineyard,58,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Dutton Ranch Sanchietti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-ranch-sanchietti-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,US,"The blend in 2006 is 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Syrah, 10% Petit Verdot and 9% Cabernet Franc. It spent 30 months in 90% new oak. Released a year ago, it has a feminine grace and softness in the aromas, a lovely mix of flowers and spice. The Syrah brightens up the fruit, accenting berry flavors with a hint of pepper, while the Petit Verdot adds clover and violet aromas and density to the tannins.",,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chester Kidder 2006 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chester-kidder-2006-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Chester Kidder 13,Red,France,"Relatively soft for a St.-Estèphe, this nevertheless has plenty of firm tannins to project the powerful fruit forward. It has structure and weight, piled with plum juice and acidity. Great aging potential.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tour de Pez 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pez-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tour de Pez 14.1,White,US,"An elaborate Chardonnay whose high acidity and minerality are reflections of both the vintage and Carneros terroir. Shows bright, zesty flavors of pineapples, tangerines and green apples, while lots of opulent new French oak brings vanilla and toast richness, as well as supportive wood tannins.",Estate Bottled,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2008 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2008-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Donum ,Red,France,"As rich as it is tannic, this is powerful and concentrated. It shows the rich 2009 fruit at its best, full of sweet berries, deliciously ripe. Enjoyable, while it is also serious.",Domaine de la Chaponne,,92,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine de la Chaponne (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-la-chaponne-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14,Dessert,Italy,"From the dreamy Mediterranean paradise known as Sardinia comes this opulent dessert blend of Nasco and Malvasia Bianca. The syrupy wine exhibits a dark amber-copper color with aromas of toasted almond, butterscotch, caramel, dried apricot and candied fruit. It shows density and grit, and yes, there's even a touch of piquant spice on the close.",Aristeo,63,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Feudi della Medusa 2005 Aristeo White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-della-medusa-2005-aristeo-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2005,Feudi della Medusa 14.5,Red,Chile,"A smooth, modern and rich version of Chilean Syrah that's bringing it. The nose is full of mineral, graphite, coconut and heavenly black fruit, while the palate is bright, pure and delicious as it leans toward black-currant liqueur, blackberry and boysenberry. Fruity to the max, with a meaty finish and plenty of body. Drink now through 2013.",La Cumbre,120,92,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 La Cumbre Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-cumbre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2007,Errazuriz 13.5,Red,US,"This is a really beautiful Pinot Noir. It's rich in flavor, but also strong in structure, with good acidity and firm, dry tannins framing a silky texture. The flavors suggest raspberries, cherries and vanilla cream, accented with smoky sweet oak. Drink now.",Tondré Reserve,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tudor Wines 2007 Tondré Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudor-wines-2007-tondre-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tudor Wines 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, lush and appealing and at its best for the next 5–7 years. It's soft but enormously rich and smooth in tannins, with deep, extracted flavors of cherries, raspberries, red currants, bacon, licorice, cola, dried herbs and sandalwood. Grows smoother and more complex as it warms in the glass.",Oliver's Blend,100,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Skipstone 2006 Oliver's Blend Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skipstone-2006-olivers-blend-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Skipstone 12.3,Red,Australia,"A Yarra Valley classic, Dry Red No. 1 is a Bordeaux-style blend marked by its restrained alcohol levels yet potent flavors. The 2007 features scents of tobacco, vanilla and cassis, with a hint of tomato emerging on the palate. It's medium-bodied, with a long finish that finishes with firm but silky tannins and lip-smacking cassis. Approachable now, but should age well for 10–15 years.",Dry Red Wine No. 1,75,92,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2007 Dry Red Wine No. 1 Red (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2007-dry-red-wine-no-1-yarra-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Yarra Yering ,Red,Italy,"Piastraia is a luscious and decadent wine with a plush, smooth mouthfeel. This blend of Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon opens with focused mineral tones backed by cherry, blackberry and spice.",Piastraia,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Michele Satta 2007 Piastraia (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2007-piastraia-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Michele Satta ,Red,Italy,"I Castagni (the chestnut trees) is a beautiful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Teroldego (a native grape of northern Italy) that ages 18 months in barrique to achieve impressive richness, density and persistency. The aromas include crushed stone, ripe berry, blackberry, coffee, tar and chocolate.",I Castagni,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Michele Satta 2007 I Castagni (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2007-i-castagni-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Michele Satta 14,Red,Chile,"Pure, inviting and open, with cedar, tobacco, blackberry, earth and cookie dough aromas scattered all over a robust bouquet. Deep but fresh, with fine balance and a bold, jammy set of blackberry and black-pepper flavors. Finishes well, with integration and easygoing tannins. Drink now through 2013.",EQ,43,92,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2007 EQ Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2007-eq-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2007,Matetic 14.1,Red,US,"Released in a half-bottle format, this is the perfect Cabernet for two people to drink over a nice cut of beef. It's dry and stylishly elegant, with impressive blackberry, currant, olive, cocoa and herb flavors.",La Petite,18,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2007 La Petite Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2007-petite-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Summers 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Notable for the smoothness and finesse of the mousse, or bubbles, this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay brut-style blend is rich and crisp in acidity. There's a honeyed sweetness to the generous strawberry, raspberry, lime and vanilla flavors.",Brut Reserve,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Reserve Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-napa-valley-122571/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 12.5,White,Austria,"Rich wine, a blend dominated by the rare Rotgipfler and Zierfandler, with great ripe layers of tropical fruits, peach and spice, perfectly balanced with full acidity. Fred Loimer of the Kamptal also produces this Schellmann brand in the Thermenregion, with concentrated dense and deliciously ripe wines. Screw cap.",Schelllmann Gumpoldskirchen Cuvée,,92,Thermenregion,,,Loimer 2008 Schelllmann Gumpoldskirchen Cuvée White (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2008-schelllmann-gumpoldskirchen-cuvee-white-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian white blend,2008,Loimer 14,Dessert,Italy,"Made with overripe, concentrated grapes, Assoluto is a crisp and luminous dessert wine. It releases very feminine aromas of honey, yellow rose, vanilla cream and loads of stone fruit. There's glycerine, but also acidity to maintain that ideal balance between thickness and freshness.",Assoluto,,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2008 Assoluto White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2008-assoluto-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2008,Pala ,Red,France,"Very smoky aromas, the fruit ripe with sweet blackberry flavors. The wood is still very present, not yet completely integrated; there is a touch of green perhaps from the wood. At the same time, the wine is developing while keeping a fresh streak of acidity.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Louis Jadot 2007 Les Suchots Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2007-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2007,Louis Jadot 14.2,Dessert,US,"Extra-ordinarily sweet, with fantastic honey, apricot, pineapple, orange marmalade, buttered toast and vanilla cream flavors. What's not to like? Could be more complex, but dazzles for sheer decadence.",Late Harvest,75,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Nobility 2007 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobility-2007-late-harvest-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2007,Nobility 14.1,Red,US,"A strong, powerful Pinot that's nowhere ready to drink. That's despite massive blackberry, cherry, cola, red currant, licorice and sandalwood flavors that dazzle the palate. The tannins are potent, the acidity is tart and the finish is bone dry. Obviously needs time in the bottle. Try after 2013.",Occidental Ridge Vineyard,60,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2008 Occidental Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-occidental-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Failla 13.5,Red,Italy,"Carmione is a 50-10-40 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot that opens with a bright bouquet of wild spice, black fruit, prune, plum and rum cake. The wine is dense and dark with a thick, almost gritty feel in the mouth. This is a bruiser that would pair with mesquite-grilled ribeye steak.",Carmione,30,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pratesi 2006 Carmione Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2006-carmione-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Pratesi 14.5,Red,Italy,"The wine is plush and rich with fragrant aromas of black cherry, blackberry, spice, leather, cola and tobacco. This beautiful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot would pair perfectly with classic osso buco, slow cooked until falling off the bone.",Volpolo,44,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Sapaio 2007 Volpolo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-sapaio-2007-volpolo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Podere Sapaio 11,Dessert,Italy,"This luminous Passito di Noto (a dessert wine from Sicily made with air-dried grapes) offers bright and defined aromas of orange and almond blossoms, honey, dried apricot and sweet summer fruit. There's a touch of piquant spice and acidity to break through the wine's natural sweetness and thickness.",,40,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Noto,,Planeta 2008 Passito di Noto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2008-muscat-moscato-passito-noto/,Moscato,2008,Planeta ,Red,France,"One of Duboeuf's 2009 successes, this is powerful, excellently balanced between solid tannins and fresh fruit. The black cherry flavors revolve around a dry core, concentrated and complex, with a full and ageworthy aftertaste.",Prestige,,92,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Prestige (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-prestige-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,Italy,"This 70-30 blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc opens with beautifully intense and opulent notes of blackberry, mature cherry, spice, leather and tobacco. The wine is rich and smooth and offers a playful touch of piquant acidity on the close.",Impronte,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2007 Impronte (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giorgio-meletti-cavallari-2007-impronte-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 14,Red,Italy,"Antonella and husband Vincenzo D'Isanto are the enthusiastic owners of the beautiful I Balzini estate in Tuscany. This gorgeous blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), Sangiovese and Merlot offers softness, intensity and personality. It's a smooth, silky wine with elegant tones of black cherry, spice and leather.",Black Label,52,92,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,I Balzini 2006 Black Label Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-balzini-2006-black-label-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2006,I Balzini 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An impressive and elegant wine. It has a delicious line of juicy red and black berry fruits, powered with a fine balance of acidity and firm, chunky tannins. With good potential, give the wine 3–4 years.",Grand'Arte Special Selection,15,92,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2007 Grand'Arte Special Selection Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2007-grandarte-special-selection-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2007,DFJ Vinhos 11,Dessert,US,"Another beautifully rich, satisfying Tears of Dew from EOS. This is one of California's most consistently successful dessert wines. The '08 is very sweet and opulent in honey, apricot jam, orange sorbet and crème brûlée flavors. So easy to drink, and the alcohol is refreshingly low at 11%.",Tears of Dew Late Harvest,22,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2008 Tears of Dew Late Harvest Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-tears-dew-late-harvest-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,2008,EOS 15.5,Red,US,"An awesome Zinfandel that shows how delicious the variety can be in the right hands. The wine is unusually complex for Zin, showing not only its briary wild berry flavors but deeper, terroir-driven notes of minerals. The tannins are strong but very fine, while crisp acidity provides balance. Definitely hot in the finish, but fiery barbecue will be a perfect pairing.",Home Ranch,36,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2008 Home Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2008-home-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Seghesio 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is a gorgeous and superbly balanced Syrah that's a real joy to drink. Aromas of cherry, whole vanilla bean, berry preserves and black tea leaves fill the bouquet, while solid notes of raspberry and red plum fill the mouth. The crushed velvet texture with dusty but firm tannins transitions seamlessly to the long coffee and black-pepper infused finish.",,37,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rudi Schultz 2007 Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-schultz-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,2007,Rudi Schultz 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an inky colored and deeply concentrated 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot that delivers rock solid structure and intensely dark aromas of blackberry pie, rum cake, plum, prune, clove, leather, cola, and pipe tobacco. You'll need to pair this wine with succulent beef to break up those tight tannins.",Aquabona,40,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tassi 2006 Aquabona Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassi-2006-aquabona-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Tassi 15.1,Red,US,"Shows the massively extracted raspberry, cherry, cola and anise flavors this block of the estate vineyard produces, with rich oak influences. No denying the opulence and immediately decadent appeal, or the silky, tapestry-like texture. Seems off a bit from the fabulous 2007, a little fatter, hotter and more obvious, but still a very flamboyant Pinot Noir. Drink now–2013.",Bliss Block,70,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2008 Bliss Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2008-bliss-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lynmar ,Red,US,"This is pure Washington Merlot, sourced from Klipsun, Ciel du Cheval and the original 1976 planting at Kiona. Initially stiff and herbal, it opens grudgingly, streaked with black olive, black cherry, earth and dark chocolate. The muscularity is a fine demonstration of why and how Washington Merlot is ageworthy; a showcase of tight black raspberry and cassis, with a core of iron.",,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,JM Cellars 2007 Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2007,JM Cellars ,Red,France,"Sweet, jammy fruit with spice from wood aging give a rich and soft wine, packed with ripeness, red cherries and blackberry. At this stage, the wood is major, and needs time to integrate.",Fremiers Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine de Courcel 2007 Fremiers Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courcel-2007-fremiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine de Courcel 15,Red,US,"The new oak sticks out like a sore thumb, dominating this young wine with vanilla, buttered toast and charred wood aromas and flavors. Fortunately, the underlying wine also is very powerful in ripe blackberry and cherry fruit. This is an elegant, strong, impressive Cabernet, but the oak should be reined in to allow the beautiful fruit to star.",Walther River Block,105,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,D.R. Stephens 2007 Walther River Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2007-walther-river-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,D.R. Stephens 13,White,France,"A taut and mineral wine, with intense acidity followed by peach flavors. The wine successfully manages to combine a crisp edge and rich fruit, with delicious results.",Les Coûtes,,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy 2008 Les Coûtes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-nicolas-reverdy-2008-coutes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy 14,Dessert,Italy,"Zenato's rich and powerful Recioto opens with a solid, impenetrable appearance of extracted fruit with dark garnet highlights. On the nose, this brawny dessert wine delivers enormous intensity and deep layers of chocolate powder, cinnamon, clove and roasted almond, backed by luscious tones of cherry liqueur and blackberry jam.",500 ml,,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2006 500 ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2006-500-ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Zenato ,White,US,"There's a delicate lemon scent, leading into a mix of citrus, grapefruit peel and honeysuckle. The wine gains weight in the mouth, showing ripe fruit (yellow apples) and a soft, lightly oxidized finish with toasted coconut and cracker. Quite delicious, distinctive and rich.",Estate,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 Estate Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-estate-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2008,David Hill ,White,US,"This biodynamic Rhône blend is equal parts of Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier, co-fermented with native yeast. It's a splendid example of the non-interventionist style, rich, and textural. The yeasty flavors are refreshing—pear and apple and cucumber fruit holding down the center—clean and solid. The wine gains power and brings in some toasty barrel flavors as it rolls into the finish.",Spiral 36,22,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2009 Spiral 36 White (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2009-spiral-36-white-southern-applegate-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Cowhorn 14.2,Red,US,"Another successful Marinus from this small Monterey County appellation. Made from all five classic Bordeaux varieties, it's dry and rich in blackberries, black currants, crème de cassis and cedar, and is more rough in tannins than your typical Napa Cabernet blend. Drink now–2013.",Marinus,36,90,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Bernardus 2007 Marinus Red (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2007-marinus-red-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Bernardus 14.9,Red,US,"Shows plenty of good Cabernet varietal character in the blackberry and black currant flavors, with savory cherry and violet notes that must come from additions of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The all-important tannins are super soft and mellow, while acidity also is soft. Enjoy this decadent wine now and through 2015.",,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Signorello 14.5,White,US,"Here's a ripely fruity Chardonnay that pulls out all the stops to achieve opulence, and largely succeeds. Defines the modern style of winemaking, with extracted pineapple, orange and caramelized oak flavors, wrapped into a creamy, leesy texture that's brightened with zingy acidity. Drink now.",Maldonado Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2009 Maldonado Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2009-maldonado-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Tudal 14.5,Red,US,"A fancy, somewhat gritty Cab Franc, marked by ripe fruit and oak. Attractive in cherry and red currant flavors, with smoky sandalwood complexities, and a long, spicy finish. Lovely with a grilled steak. Drink now.",Estate,56,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2007-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Rubicon Estate 13,White,Austria,"Rounded and rich from the top vineyard site of the Göttweig monastery, the wine has an impressive concentration, yellow fruit flavors and the lightest hint of spice with final acidity.",Gottschelle Reserve,,90,Kremstal,,,Stift Göttweig 2009 Gottschelle Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-gottweig-2009-gottschelle-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Stift Göttweig 14.8,White,US,"Lots of bang for the buck in this rich, fruity Chardonnay. It hits it right down the middle in solid popular appeal, with New World tropical fruit, citrus and peach flavors wrapped into a buttercream texture and liberally accented with smoky oak.",Reserve,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Martin Ray 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Martin Ray ,Red,France,"Big and dark, its fruit dominated by bone-dry tannins, this is anything but petit (little). The density of the texture is balanced on a structure of the dark fruits, black plums and chocolate, with a fresh line of acidity holding it all in place.",Clos Triguedina Petit Clos,17,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina Petit Clos Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-petit-clos-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès ,White,US,"From Minick Family estate vineyards, this intense and thrilling Riesling has a Germanic 8.5% alcohol and 5.5% residual sugar balance, yet with acids so vivid and juicy that its sweetness is completely counterbalanced. Loaded with spicy pear and tart tangerine fruit flavors, it's a penetrating, dense and highly refreshing wine that explores a style that is both complex and user friendly.",,12,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2009 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2009,Willow Crest 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A wonderfully drinkable sparkling wine that appeals immediately for its balanced texture and rich flavors. Easy to like for its array of raspberries, limes, vanilla, toast and yeast. The sour lees note is nicely balanced with the sweet liqueur of dosage.",Sonoma Brut,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Sonoma Brut Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-sonoma-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county-122170/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer ,Red,US,"Strong, full-bodied, tannic and muscular, this 50-50 blend of Cab Sauvignon and Cab Franc seduces you with sweet berry fruit, backed with stiff tannins and well-modulated streaks of iron and earth. For Cab freaks this is a gold mine of flavor, but it will need decanting or cellaring. It should keep for a decade or more.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard The Wanted Red,37,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2007 Stillwater Creek Vineyard The Wanted Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2007-stillwater-creek-vineyard-wanted-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2007,Guardian 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend with Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese that shows wonderful aromas of cherry and blueberry. The wine is soft, tight and fresh: It would make a perfect companion to braised lamb shanks with a hint or rosemary and mint.",,38,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Grattamacco 2008 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2008-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Grattamacco 14,Red,Italy,"This 60-40 super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Merlot offers a smooth and clean quality of berry fruit, cassis and raspberry. You'll also recognize spice, leather, tobacco and soft chocolate fudge on the close.",Salicaria,80,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Grignano 2005 Salicaria Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-2005-salicaria-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Fattoria di Grignano 10.5,Dessert,Italy,"Pomele is a sweet red wine made from the Aleatico grape that could pair with salty and sweet foods. The wine offers bright tones of black cherry, blackberry and a touch of exotic spice.",Pomele 500ml,,90,Central Italy,Lazio,,Falesco 2009 Pomele 500ml Aleatico (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2009-pomele-500ml-italian-red-aleatico-lazio/,Aleatico,2009,Falesco 12.5,White,US,"From its bright floral nose to its soft, sweet finish, there's a gorgeous femininity to this outstanding Riesling. Dry in style but accented by notes of pink grapefruit and lychee, Magdalena's daintiness is kept in check with a bracing acidity and elegant white tea astringency.",Magdalena Vineyard Dry,36,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2008 Magdalena Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2008-magdalena-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Hermann J. Wiemer 15.5,Red,Portugal,"Both the high alcohol and the heavy bottle detract from what is a rich but balanced wine. It shows great concentration, dense texture, a powerful statement of the ripe fruit of the Alentejo. It's hard to seeing it aging much more than two years.",Grande Rocim Reserva,90,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Rocim 2007 Grande Rocim Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-rocim-2007-grande-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade do Rocim ,Red,France,"This is a delicate wine, sweet strawberry and elegant structure combining over a soft texture. There is a hint of smokiness as an addition to the finely rounded aftertaste.",Les Feusselottes Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Feusselottes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-feusselottes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,US,"Fragrant with cranberry and strawberry fruit, this forward and appealing wine looks and drinks like a cru Beaujolais. The tasty fruit is delineated with a chocolate lining, and the tannins carry a whiff of fresh earth.",,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Patton Valley 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Patton Valley 14,White,US,"If you like the Ojai style of dry, austere, flinty Chardonnays, go out and find this one. It's a good approximation of the winery's more expensive bottlings, with intricately woven citrus, wet stone and spice flavors, brightened with lots of zesty acidity.",,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ojai 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Ojai 13,Red,Italy,"This very special property in Bolgheri includes one of Italy's most important experimental vineyards. Among the various wines made here, this super Tuscan blend opens with plush berry and spice notes as well as leather, roasted almond and ground clove.",Guado al Melo Rosso,26,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Guado al Melo 2008 Guado al Melo Rosso (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2008-rosso-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Podere Guado al Melo ,Red,US,"This pure Cabernet blends first-class fruit from Loess, Windrow and Cold Creek. It's spicy and tight, with black cherry fruit at the core. It's back-loaded with toast and caramel flavors from aging in a mix of French and American oak.",,41,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Northstar 14.5,Red,US,"A great buy in a smooth, dry Merlot that shows real Napa elegance and style. It's medium-bodied and lush, with appealing cherry, currant, licorice, tobacco, mocha and spice flavors. Drink now for the immediate appeal.",,22,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Cellars 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-cellars-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Napa Cellars 13,White,Portugal,"Soft-textured wine, with an edge of minerality, this is deliciously rich, while presenting plenty of fresh acidity. It is ripe, full in the mouth, an explosion of white and yellow fruits, with a great burst of acidity.",Guadalupe Selection Branco,20,90,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2009 Guadalupe Selection Branco Antão Vaz (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2009-guadalupe-selection-branco-portuguese-white-antao-vaz-alentejano/,Antão Vaz,2009,Quinta do Quetzal 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and almost sweet in jammy, pie-filling raspberries and cherries. It's luxuriously soft and silky, with polished tannins, and lots of people will love it. Would benefit from greater depth and complexity, but it sure is lovely. Drink now.",Gold Coast Vineyard Reserva Oro Rojo,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Costa de Oro 2008 Gold Coast Vineyard Reserva Oro Rojo Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-oro-2008-gold-coast-vineyard-reserva-rojo-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Costa de Oro 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a thickly concentrated Recioto that delivers an inky black color and sweet, ripe fleshiness. Firm tannins give structure to all that sweet succulence and help define the wine's aromas of almond, chocolate and black cherry.",500ml,50,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Lenguin 2005 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-lenguin-2005-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Corte Lenguin 13.5,White,France,"A zesty, lemon wine, with an intriguing series of herbal and animal flavors, this is not a wine to go unnoticed. It has weight, with spice and nut flavors adding to the fruit. Drink with shellfish or sharp cheese.",La Pierre Blanche,27,90,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Domaine Bellegarde 2008 La Pierre Blanche (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellegarde-2008-pierre-blanche-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Petit Manseng,2008,Domaine Bellegarde 13,White,US,"In 2009 this single vineyard offering includes 11% Sémillon. It has wonderful texture, and a mix of light herbal flavors that run through a gamut from celery to lemongrass and up into tart citrus fruit. The acidity is generous but not searing; it penetrates but never overpowers. A quintessential food wine.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Red,France,"A smooth-textured wine that shows some ripe Merlot, firm fruit tannins and soft spice. There is an edge of wood, but the fruit is bright enough to cope. It should develop well into a rich wine.",,33,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Roylland 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roylland-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Roylland 14.6,Red,US,"Give this Syrah a good decant to take the edge off the fresh tannins and acids. It's a gritty, resilient wine notable for its wealth of blackberry, black cherry, currant, beef jerky, anise and pepper flavors, accented with sweet, smoky, caramelized oak.",Mounts Vineyard,35,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,James Family Cellars 2008 Mounts Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-family-cellars-2008-mounts-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2008,James Family Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"This is a great buy. It's soft, rich and dry, with the velvety texture you want in a nice Syrah. Shows complex flavors of berries, cherries, cocoa, licorice and crushed pepper, and feels really stylish. Gets better as it warms in the glass.",Kiara Private Reserve,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Le Vigne 2007 Kiara Private Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-2007-kiara-private-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Le Vigne ,Red,US,"Nice black cherry and black currant fruit flavors are wrapped in a casing of stone and earth. This wine seems to be holding itself back, perhaps just in need of further cellaring, certainly requiring decanting. It's compact, elegant and well balanced, but shy. A pleasing streak of truffle elevates the finish.",Estate Vineyard,60,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Lange 2008 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2008-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lange 12.5,White,US,"A crisp, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, fermented and aged in stainless steel. Shows rich, savory citrus and green grass flavors, with hints of minerals and flowers. Very drinkable and bone-dry.",Sybarite,21,90,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Margerum 2009 Sybarite Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2009-sybarite-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Margerum 13,Red,France,"A perfumed wine, only just hinting at Pommard chunkiness and tannic structure. This is more polished and smooth, with a strong toasty wood element, while still delivering a fine, jammy, sweet aftertaste.",Les Grands Epenots Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Pommard,,Maison Champy 2008 Les Grands Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-les-grands-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 12,Red,France,"A finely balanced wine, its tannins showing the influence of Cabernet Sauvignon along with its signature black currant flavors. There is also weight and an attractive plumper character that broadens the wine, surrounding the tannins with sweet berry fruits.",Château d'Arche,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Château d'Arche (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-chateau-darche-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse ,Red,US,"An interesting wine, and kudos to Tejada for tackling such an unusual blend. Made from 87% Tempranillo and 13% Garnacha, it's silky and high in acidity, but very dry, with tobacco-inspired raspberry, cherry and spice flavors. A winery to watch.",Reserve Tempranillo-,37,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Tejada 2005 Reserve Tempranillo- Garnacha (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tejada-2005-reserve-tempranillo-grenache-garnacha-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Garnacha,2005,Tejada 13.5,Red,Austria,"With some judicious wood aging, the St Laurent has moved from purely juicy to a sophisticated grape. There is a fine ripe layer of plums and red cherry flavors mingling with the toast and acidity. The finish brings out spice and complex tannins.",Reserve Tattendorf,36,90,Thermenregion,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2008 Reserve Tattendorf St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2008-reserve-tattendorf-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2008,Stift Klosterneuburg 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern and plump blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that opens with a blast of fresh blackberry, blueberry and sweet exotic spice. In the background are integrated notes of clove and ginger and the wine shows both acidity and good structure.",Trasgaia,50,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 2006 Trasgaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-trasqua-2006-trasgaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 14.3,White,US,"An extravagant Chardonnay, rich in buttered toast and vanilla cream from oak barrels, and opulent fruit flavors of ripe, sweet pineapples, golden mangoes and pears. The sur lie aging shows up in a creamy, yeasty richness. Holding this wine for a year or two will not harm it.",Quail Hill Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2008 Quail Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2008-quail-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Lynmar 13.9,White,US,"Great price for a Russian River Chardonnay of this quality. It's rich and savory in pineapple, Asian pear, green apple and other fruity flavors, with zesty acidity and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel. Production was 2,400 cases.",,15,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sea Mist 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-mist-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Sea Mist 14.2,Red,US,"Tightly wound, with oak sticking out, big tannins and a solid inner core of vibrant, red cherry and red currant fruit. There's a fine wine in here, but it just needs a few years to come out. Drink 2011–2014.",Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kunde 12.5,White,Portugal,"From the far north of the Vinho Verde region, the rich and creamy wine balances acidity, green plum and crisp minerality. Aromatic, elegant, fresh.",Touquinheiras,17,90,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Touquinheiras White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-touquinheiras-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Wines & Winemakers ,Red,US,"The wine is King Estate's superpremium offering, made exclusively with organically grown grapes from the estate vineyard. Lush and earthy, it's got a lot of forward, tart berry fruit power, turns a bit soft in the middle, and sails away with a hint of heat and a lick of chocolate.",Domaine,60,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2008 Domaine Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2008-domaine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,King Estate 13.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted and baked on first blush, but then the wine's complexity and use of unusual Mallorcan grape varieties take over. Along the way there's flavors and aromas of prune, earth, leather, spice and Mediterranean terroir. It's also bringing tobacco and leaf notes to the table. A fun, different wine that goes nicely with tapas. Drink now through 2011–12.",ÀN/2,25,90,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Illes Balears,,Ànima Negra 2007 ÀN/2 Red (Vi de la Terra Illes Balears),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2007-an-2-red-vi-terra-illes-balears/,Red Blend,2007,Ànima Negra 14,Red,Argentina,"Slick and attractive on the nose, with licorice, blackberry, cedar and spice aromas. The palate is clean, crisp, linear and tannic, with zesty, lemony oak in support of smoky, charred berry and coffee flavors. Consistent from head to toe, with a full, toasty finish. Drink now through 2012.",Synthesis,50,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2008 Synthesis Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2008-synthesis-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2008,Finca Sophenia 15.2,Red,US,"One third Petit Verdot, which really shines here, and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon. The PV brings intense floral aromas, dense but supple tannins, the deep color and the cassis-laden fruit. Tarry, tannic, grainy and powerful, this is a potent wine with particular appeal to lovers of the Petit Verdot grape.",The Albatross,80,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2007 The Albatross Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2007-albatross-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Gorman 13,White,New Zealand,"This starts off herbal and green, with hints of nettles, but those elements settle down, ending up as a welcome, complex accent to the ripe nectarine fruit. Drink up over the next few months.",,19,90,Marlborough,,,Forefathers 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Forefathers 13,Dessert,Italy,"Passerina is a little-known indigenous grape from central Italy and when made into a dessert wine, it imparts aromas of caramel, yellow candy, honey, apricot and almond paste. In this vintage, there's also a distinctive note of smoke or toasted nut.",L'Estro del Mastro 500 ml,25,90,Central Italy,Offida Passerina,,Il Conte 2007 L'Estro del Mastro 500 ml (Offida Passerina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-2007-lestro-mastro-500-ml-italian-white-passerina-offida-passerina/,Passerina,2007,Il Conte 13.5,Red,Italy,"This elegant blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon shows the best of both varieties. Aromas include red berry, violets, wet earth, spice, tobacco and leather. The wine is soft and enduring in the mouth with polished, smooth tannins.",White Label,36,90,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,I Balzini 2006 White Label Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-balzini-2006-white-label-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2006,I Balzini 14.4,Red,US,"This is a beautiful, elegant Cabernet to drink now with upscale fare. It's soft and velvety and dry, with deep, rewarding berry, cherry, mocha, herb and spice flavors. Don't be bothered by the sediment that it throws in the glass.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hauck 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauck-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hauck ,Red,Italy,"Here's a small producer with a vineyard and bed & breakfast in coastal Tuscany that proves to be a promising newcomer. This 60-40 blend of Cabernet and Syrah (aged in cement tanks and barrique) shows dark, inky notes of black fruit and graphite. The fruit is succulent, rich and the wine shows a big, bold style.",Clarice,,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Eucaliptus 2008 Clarice (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eucaliptus-2008-clarice-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Eucaliptus ,Red,France,"An elegant wine, its berry fruits fitting well into a structure that balances tannins and soft acidity. It has style, the fruit full of sweet black berry juice and a lift of acidity.",Domaine du Paradis,,90,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine du Paradis (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-du-paradis-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,France,"A dense, solid wine that's packed with ripe fruit, concentrated tannins and layers of spice, acidity and toast. This is a classic St.-Estèphe style, firm when young and likely to develop slowly and satisfyingly. Give this wine at least six years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos Labory 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-labory-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cos Labory 13,Red,France,"With some richness, red fruits over wood and a full-bodied structure, this is a solid, dense wine. Acidity is present, while the ripe juicy fruits more than balance it. The tannins offer a firm structure and suggest aging.",Servoisine Premier Cru,34,90,Burgundy,Givry,,Domaine de la Ferté 2008 Servoisine Premier Cru (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferte-2008-servoisine-premier-cru-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine de la Ferté 13.5,Dessert,France,"Saint-Croix-du-Mont is on the slopes across the Garonne river from Sauternes. In years like 2005, it can produce some fine sweet botrytis wines. This has honey, a bite of botrytis and a great lemon edge. Worth aging, but ready to drink now.",,35,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Croix-du-Mont,,Château La Rame 2005 Saint-Croix-du-Mont,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rame-2005-white-saint-croix-mont/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château La Rame 13,Red,France,"A smooth and velvet-textured wine, where the tannins are a cushion for the ripe plum juice fruit. Herbs and wood spice contribute to this rich and full-bodied wine.",,,90,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonguillon 2005 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonguillon-2005-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Fonguillon 13,Red,France,"An impressively structured wine, full of concentrated fruit and tannins. It shows ripe plums, layered with chocolate, spice and a hint of pepper, finished with wood. It needs aging 3–4 years.",Vieilles Vignes,27,90,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Château de Minière 2008 Vieilles Vignes Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-miniere-2008-vieilles-vignes-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Château de Minière 13,Red,France,"Paloumey is in the southern Médoc, close to Margaux. This brings out a perfumed character that sits well with the fresh black currant fruit and gentle tannins. There is a great juicy quality that develops as the wine opens.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Paloumey 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paloumey-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Paloumey 14,Red,Italy,"The ruby-colored Trefiano is a bright and aromatic wine with fresh notes of forest fruit, raspberry, violet and rose petal. The wine is mostly Sangiovese with smaller percentages of Cabernet Sauvignon and Canaiolo that add structure and fruitiness respectively.",Trefiano,35,90,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 2005 Trefiano (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2005-trefiano-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2005,Capezzana 14.5,White,US,"This is a rich, flamboyant Chardonnay, built on a foundation of superripe pineapple, lime and golden mango fruit and elaborated with sweet, caramelized oak. Bright, zesty Edna Valley acidity balances the opulence.",Estate Bottled,24,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Chamisal Vineyards 2008 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamisal-2008-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Chamisal Vineyards ,Red,US,"A Cabernet of considerable heft, showing the big-time tannins the mountain is known for. Below them are very rich blackberry, blueberry, cassis and mineral flavors, leading to a dry, spicy finish. A bit hard and difficult now, but should hit its stride starting in 2012.",Estate,60,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bravante 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravante-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bravante 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A great, concentrated wine, rich, with a burnt almond character and delicious acidity. It keeps some freshness while showing a fine sense of maturity.",Roncão 20-Year-Old Tawny,48,90,Port,,,Borges NV Roncão 20-Year-Old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-roncao-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Borges 13,White,Austria,"An intense wine that has powered, nervy acidity, lots of citrus with lime zest. The wine is still young and should be aged to become an impressive Riesling.",Kremser Pfaffenberg,25,91,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Kremser Pfaffenberg Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-kremser-pfaffenberg-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Winzer Krems 19.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Nice and bronze, with nutty, potent aromas that are forward and chiseled. Lively, clipped and zesty in the mouth, with nutty pecan, toasted almonds, lemon zest and length. A powerful Sherry that represents the Palo Cortado category with aplomb.",Dos Cortados Rare Old Dry Palo Cortado Aged 20 Years,50,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,Williams & Humbert NV Dos Cortados Rare Old Dry Palo Cortado Aged 20 Years Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-humbert-nv-cortados-rare-old-dry-palo-cortado-aged-20-years-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Williams & Humbert 14,Red,Italy,"It makes a smooth impression on the palate thanks to its natural intensity, it's fruit flavors and spicy close. This 60-20-20 super Tuscan blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah would make a great companion to braised beef with porcini mushroom sauce and wild rice.",Obsession,65,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Vignamaggio 2006 Obsession Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2006-obsession-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Villa Vignamaggio 13.5,White,Austria,"Ripe, rich Sauvignon Blanc with apple and green pepper flavors, spiced up with herbs. It moves to the herbaceous side of Sauvignon Blanc while also retaining fine concentration. Screw cap.",Sernauberg,32,91,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2009 Sernauberg Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2009-sernauberg-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sattlerhof 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet and a bit choppy on the nose, with aromas of wood shavings, mocha, fine herbs and spicy black fruits. Flush, lusty and big across the palate, but juicy and clean, with subtle bush berry and spice flavors. Finishes clean and subtle, with floral accents and a touch of heat. Drink now through 2013.",Kankana del Elqui,44,91,Elqui Valley,,,San Pedro 2007 Kankana del Elqui Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-kankana-elqui-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2007,San Pedro 13.5,Red,Italy,"This well toned Riserva Tuscan blend (70% Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) offers bright berry nuances and loads of spicy, smokey personality. Aromas here include pressed flower, cured meat and polished stone: The mouthfeel is smooth, silky and lively.",Vigna di Carmio Riserva,25,91,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Pratesi 2006 Vigna di Carmio Riserva (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2006-vigna-carmio-riserva-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2006,Pratesi 14.9,Red,US,"Just lovely to drink now, it's so softly lush and decadently delicious. Beguiles the palate with jammy, pastry flavors of raspberries, cherries and sweet oak. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.",SVR Reserve,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2007 SVR Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2007-svr-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Sterling 13,White,Austria,"A mineral, textured wine, peppery and tightly wrought with distinct acidity over the green fruits and vivid acidity. The wine is full, but powered by acidity to keep it crisp.",Weinzierlberg,27,91,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2009 Weinzierlberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2009-weinzierlberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Stadt Krems 13,White,Austria,"A full style of Riesling, showing a tropical fruit side. Rich and concentrated, with acidity coming through only at the end, where the rich fruit gives a broad aftertaste. Age for four years and more.",Grillenparz Reserve,37,91,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2009 Grillenparz Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2009-grillenparz-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Stadt Krems 14.1,Red,US,"Fresh and crisp in acidity, but very clean and balanced, this young Pinot wants a year or two in the cellar. It's silky, and elegant and rich in raspberries, cherries, cola, pomegranates and sweet, smoky oak.",Split Rock Vineyard,55,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Petito 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petito-2008-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Petito ,Red,Italy,"A 100% expression of Syrah showing loads of varietal personality. Aromas here include red berry, moist tobacco, leather, cured meat and ground peppercorn. The wine is rich and smooth on the close with a touch of soft sweetness.",Banditone,,91,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Máté 2006 Banditone Syrah (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2006-banditone-shiraz-syrah-syrah-santantimo/,Syrah,2006,Máté 13,Red,France,"A cool, elegant wine, the wood in harmony with the black cherry and mulberry fruits. The wine is properly structured and dense, the dry tannins lending great support to this fine, mineral-inspired wine.",Les Fichots Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Maison Champy 2008 Les Fichots Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-fichots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 14.1,White,US,"Tastes honey sweet in butterscotch, buttered toast and caramel. The sweetness dominates well ripened pineapple and tangerine flavors. But the fruity power is there. It needs a year or so in the bottle to emerge, and even a brief decant will bring greater harmony to this expressively opulent wine.",La Sereinité,70,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2008 La Sereinité Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2008-sereinite-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Lynmar 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A bone-dry wine, powered by its dense tannins. The fruit is under this brooding exterior, spicy berries and a dusty texture. Acidity and a juicy character emerge slowly, with a final pure blackberry freshness.",Rapariga da Quinta Colheita Seleccionada,14,91,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2008 Rapariga da Quinta Colheita Seleccionada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2008-rapariga-quinta-colheita-seleccionada-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Luis Duarte ,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegantly oak aged Sangiovese with simple but bright fruit tones of cherry, blueberry and raspberry. There's plenty of spice, cola and cured meat at the back and the wine ends with fresh acidity and smooth tannins.",Cavaliere,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Michele Satta 2006 Cavaliere Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2006-cavaliere-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,Michele Satta 12.2,Sparkling,US,"More full-bodied than the winery's brut, this Pinot Noir-based bubbly also is richer. It's just beautiful in raspberries and strawberries, with brighter touches of lime, and although the wine has a honeyed sweetness, it's zesty acidity makes it finish dry.",Blanc de Noirs,20,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a ruby-colored Passito made with sweet Moscato Rosa grapes. This is not exactly a complex wine, but boy is it intense. Putting your nose in the glass is like burying your face is a bouquet of fresh red roses. Those amazing floral fragrances appear on the wine's long, sweet finish.",Cashmere Passito 375ml,,91,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2008 Cashmere Passito 375ml Red (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2008-cashmere-passito-375ml-red-alto-adige/,Red Blend,2008,Elena Walch 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"Le Poesie is an elegant and subdued wine that is characterized by refined, but never exaggerated, aromas of dried apricot, honey, marzipan, peach cobbler and fine touches of dried sage and lemon zest. The acidity is impressive and really helps in washing the palate of the wine's delicious residual sugar.",Le Poesie 500ml,,91,Veneto,Recioto di Soave Classico,,Cantina di Soave 2007 Le Poesie 500ml (Recioto di Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2007-le-poesie-500ml-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Cantina di Soave ,Red,France,"From Chanson's five-acre parcel of the Beaune Grèves vineyard, this is a ripe, softly tannic wine, more dominated by strawberry flavors, rich and deliciously sweet. Not for long-term aging, but worth 2–3 years' waiting.",Les Grèves Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Les Grèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-les-greves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Spain,"Warm and smooth, with aromas of fresh dill, spiced cherries, mulled earth and more. The palate has a full, stacked feel with well-oaked flavors of vanilla, toffee and earthy berries. Finishes chewy, with complexity and light flavors of caramel and tobacco. Ready to drink.",Solpost,25,91,Catalonia,Montsant,,Cellers Sant Rafel 2006 Solpost Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellers-sant-rafel-2006-solpost-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2006,Cellers Sant Rafel 13.5,Red,Italy,"This super Tuscan is designed by fashion icon Roberto Cavalli who owns the Tenuta degli Dei estate in Tuscany. The blend sees Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc resulting in a dense, rich and opulent red wine that is redolent of mature fruit and spice.",,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cavalli Tenuta degli Dei 2006 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalli-tenuta-degli-2006-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Cavalli Tenuta degli Dei ,Red,Italy,"If you can accept a slight hint of jamminess, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot is for you. Beyond the ripe cherry and blackberry is a beautiful blast of pleasure and opulence. Pair this wine with succulent cuts of red meat.",San Martino,,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Cipriana 2007 San Martino (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cipriana-2007-san-martino-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Cipriana 14.5,Red,Spain,"Super smooth and complete on the nose, with black fruit, toasty oak and earth notes rolled into a nice whole. It's lush, plump and balanced, with full blackberry, raisin, chocolate and spice flavors resting in front of a mellow, spicy finish. A pretty, balanced blend of 75% Tempranillo and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon that shows Jumilla at its best.",Taja Excelecia,23,91,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Mähler-Besse 2005 Taja Excelecia Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-mahler-besse-2005-taja-excelecia-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2005,Bodegas Mähler-Besse ,Red,Italy,"Lagone is a pleasurable and rich blend of Merlot, Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Sangiovese that opens with rich, dark color and intense aromas of sweet spice, chocolate, cherry and tobacco. The wine feels chewy and smooth in the mouth with a long, velvety feel on the close.",Lagone,16,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Aia Vecchia 2008 Lagone Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aia-vecchia-2008-lagone-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Aia Vecchia 14.5,White,US,"This 2009 shows the varietal's fantastic wealth of exotic tropical fruits, flowers, honey and spices. But it's also vibrant in acidity, with a core of cold minerality.",,16,91,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2009 Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2009-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2009,Calera 14.9,Red,US,"Made in a more forward style than it used to be, Calera's '07 Jensen appeals for its lush raspberry, cherry, bacon, vanilla and sandalwood flavors. The acidity is just fine, and the tannins are soft and intricate. Lovely now, with a brief decant, and should develop for 6–8 years.",Jensen Vineyard,70,91,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2007 Jensen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2007-jensen-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calera 14,White,Portugal,"Rich, smooth, with great wafts of creaminess to go with a judicious amount of toast. White plum and pear flavors precede a finish with impressive concentration and delicious acidity.",Catarina,12,91,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 Catarina White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-catarina-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 15.1,Red,US,"The vineyard, high in the Mayacamas Mountains, is famous for the tannic quality of its red wines. You'll find this '08 Cab tough and astringent. But you'll also easily discover the vast richness of chocolate, cherry, blackberry and currant fruit, so deep and impressive, and the finish is totally dry and balanced. This Cabernet clearly needs time. Give it until 2014 to begin to come around.",Bismark Mountain Vineyard,60,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2008 Bismark Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2008-bismark-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Atmosphere ,Red,Italy,"Peàn (an 80-20 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc) is a round, supple and concentrated wine with a full, soft feeling in the mouth and a generously smooth texture. The aromas recall ripe cherry, chocolate and exotic spice.",Peàn,,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Batzella 2008 Peàn (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2008-pean-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Batzella 14,Red,Italy,"Campo al Fico (“field of figs”) is a rich, ripe 80-20 blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc that opens with a dark, inky color and generous aromas of cherry, blackberry, slate roof and polished stone. There are some light brown shades at the rim of its ruby core, and the wine is soft, sweet and supple on the close.",Campo al Fico,,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,I Luoghi 2007 Campo al Fico (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-luoghi-2007-campo-al-fico-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,I Luoghi 14.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied Cabernet is packed with ripe cassis and chocolate aromas and flavors, yet retains a certain charm and elegance that makes it very drinkable now. The finish lingers, marked by tannins that are supremely supple without being soft. Drink now–2015, or perhaps for a few more years after that.",Blocks Road,32,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2007 Blocks Road Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2007-blocks-road-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kilikanoon 13,White,South Africa,"A stunning Chard, one of South Africa's best, that can truly compete with some of the classics at a fraction of the cost. Rich and ripe with notes of red apple flesh, melon, orange oil and a soft hint of toasted woodiness. It's full in the mouth but balanced by superb minerality and medium acidity. The finish is long with a fresh hazelnut driven nuttiness lingering throughout.",,31,91,Hemel en Aarde,,,Hamilton Russell 2009 Chardonnay (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamilton-russell-2009-chardonnay-hemel-en-aarde/,Chardonnay,2009,Hamilton Russell ,Red,US,"The fruit is ripe and the tannins firm; winemaker Jerry Reiner is able to craft very ripe fruit while keeping the varietal character of the Cabs—earth and herb, with a touch of stem. Deep and substantial, this should age well for a decade or more.",Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal Red,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2007 Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2007-conner-lee-vineyard-gun-metal-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Guardian 13,Red,France,"A deliciously soft, smoky wine, the tannins a hint behind the rounded fresh berry and red-plum fruits. There is a great juicy character to go with the fresh acidity and the final, drier structure.",Beaune Grèves Premier Cru,51,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Beaune Grèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-beaune-greves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"Dark and smoky, this blend of fruit from Klipsun, Ciel du Cheval and Kiona includes 9% each Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Tight and herbal, infused with rock and iron, it is a compact and well-structured Cabernet Sauvignon that is not afraid to show a fair amount of stem and herb.",,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,JM Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,JM Cellars ,Red,France,"Inside the lush exterior there is a solid, tannic character, very firm with dark raisins and prune flavors as well as black plums. This is a big wine for the vintage, both structured and ripe.",Les Roncerets Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Roncerets Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-roncerets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"Groseilles is French for red currant, and there is a definite red-fruit character here, with a hint of smokiness and sweet tannins over layers of wood. The wine is still young and relatively soft, but offers aging over the next three to four years.",Les Groseilles Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Groseilles Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-groseilles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"A fine combination of tannins and ripe fruit, rich and at the same time solidly structured. The year brings out soft acidity and blackberry juice, and the wine finishes big and bold.",Les Evocelles,,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Evocelles (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-evocelles-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 14,Red,Portugal,"A very soft-textured wine with delicious jammy fruits that give spice and juiciness. It has a rich feel to it, velvet in the mouth, while the acidity adds just the right amount of freshness.",Azul Portugal,10,91,Ribatejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2008 Azul Portugal Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2008-azul-portugal-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wines & Winemakers 13,White,Austria,"The Herrenberg vineyard has a produced a wonderfully rich Grüner, its rich tropical character broad but never far from freshness. Pear juice and peaches dominate, with just a fleck of spice, pierced through with mouth watering acidity.",Herrenholz,25,91,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2009 Herrenholz Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2009-herrenholz-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Wieninger 13.9,White,US,"A beautiful, addictively good Sauvignon Blanc that shows how well the variety does in this inland valley, and also how well-farmed the Mauritson Vineyard is. The wine is brilliantly dry and crisp, with complex citrus, melon, fig, vanilla and white pepper flavors. Great value. Production was 1,000 cases.",Mauritson Vineyards,16,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bin 36 2009 Mauritson Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bin-36-2009-mauritson-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bin 36 14.4,Red,US,"Here's a Pinot to enjoy now with steak, or try a Julia Child-inspired coq au vin. It's big and sturdy and ripe, with cherry, currant, licorice and beef teriyaki flavors that finish in a swirl of spices. The tannins are substantial. Give it a few hours of decanting.",Cohn Vineyard,62,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benovia 2008 Cohn Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2008-cohn-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benovia 13,Red,France,"Dark in color, with an initial note of extraction, and with weighty fruit under the toasty surface. The wine is still coming together, needing 5–6 years to turn into the full-bodied ripe-fruited wine that it potentially is.",,80,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonplégade 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonplegade-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Fonplégade 13.5,Red,France,"A powerful, solid wine, its dark fruits fitting well with the wood, the firm tannins and black plum flavors. This is made for aging, as it is just starting to show its depth.",,35,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Corbin 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-corbin-2006-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Corbin 13,Red,France,"The heavy bottle, as so often, is the giveaway: This is meant as an important statement. The wine comes from a small parcel of vines owned by Cambon la Pelouse in Margaux. It has 100% new wood, but the richness of the fruit balances, giving a smooth, rich wine with black berry, bitter chocolate and mint flavors.",L'Aura de Cambon,45,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cambon la Pelouse 2008 L'Aura de Cambon (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cambon-pelouse-2008-laura-de-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cambon la Pelouse 14.2,Red,US,"Brings to mind the 2001 bottling, which originally was also pale in color, tightly wound and firm in acidity. Like it, this '07 is not showing well now. It seems dry and thin and lacking in opulence, especially if you're accustomed to the big California style. But it's true to its terroir, and the way it grows in the glass lends itself to developing over the next 6–10 years.",Reed Vineyard,50,91,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2007 Reed Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2007-reed-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calera 13.5,White,France,"A powerful wine, tropical in its fruit flavors with mango and guava and layered with a mineral texture. This is rich and concentrated, with acidity that gives a great final bite.",Les Anges Lots,,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy 2008 Les Anges Lots (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-nicolas-reverdy-2008-anges-lots-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Powerful and concentrated, this is a serious wine, rich in plum and damson fruits. It is sumptuous, its tannins folded into sweet, juicy black fruits, layered acidity and a firm structure. Age for 3–4 years.",Vinha das Româs,41,91,Alentejano,,,Monte da Ravasqueira 2007 Vinha das Româs Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-ravasqueira-2007-vinha-das-romas-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Monte da Ravasqueira 14.9,Red,US,"Great Zinfandel, easily worth the price. Napa Valley still makes the most balanced, claret-style Zins, and this polished beauty is right up there. It's dry and elegantly constructed despite its considerable power, showing rich flavors of wild raspberries and cherries, sweet concentrated red currants, mocha, licorice and scads of peppery spices. Drink now. Production was 1,750 cases.",,24,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Neal Family 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neal-family-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Neal Family ,Red,US,"Co-fermented with 3% Viognier, this estate-grown Syrah is front-loaded with bacon fat flavors. The tannins are still a bit astringent and chewy, but this wine has a ton of rich, earthy flavor. Mushroom, moist earth, black cherry, black raspberry, coffee, black olive—it's all good. Give it another couple of years to smooth out.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Abeja 14,Red,Portugal,"A beautifully smooth, opulent, wood-aged wine, with a great depth of ripe fruit, spice, vanilla, fresh herbs and concentrated tannins. Good aging potential. Drink now.",Tinto da Anfora,13,91,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 Tinto da Anfora Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-tinto-anfora-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.6,Red,US,"Very lush and ripe in blackberry, cherry, currant and cassis flavors, with an oaky overlay, and there's a minerality toward the end that smacks of the soil. With an acidic jamminess and fierce tannins, the wine feels austere and remote. Give it 6 or 7 years in the cellar to come around.",,75,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,J. Davies 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-davies-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,J. Davies ,White,US,"A textbook example of Oregon Pinot Gris, this is bursting with citrus and pear fruit. Immaculately clean and crisp, the bright fruit and lively mouthfeel continue into a lingering, satisfying, tangy finish. All stainless- steel fermented.",,15,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Iris Vineyards 2008 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iris-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,Iris Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"The soft, silky quality of the tannins, fine acidity, and elaborate black cherry, currant, herb, anise and oak flavors make this elegant young wine fully ready to drink now, with equally fine food. Give it a few hours of decanting.",,65,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lancaster 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lancaster 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"This beautiful Malvasia-based wine shows the beauty and good cheer of the island of Salina off the northern coast of Sicily. The wine is luminous and light but it also shows enormous purity of its honey, peach and apricot aromas. Pair it with foie gras or aged cheese.",Tenuta Capofaro 500ml,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Salina,,Tasca d'Almerita 2007 Tenuta Capofaro 500ml Malvasia (Salina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2007-tenuta-capofaro-500ml-italian-white-malvasia-salina/,Malvasia,2007,Tasca d'Almerita 15.4,Red,US,"Lots of hard tannins and mouthwatering acidity in this Cabernet. It's bone dry, and densely packed with blackberries and black currants, with the tangy minerality of spring water and plenty of oak influence. Too astringent to drink now. Give it 5–6 years, and it should develop even longer than that.",,75,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Roberts & Rogers 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberts-rogers-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Roberts & Rogers 13.5,White,Austria,"This is powerful, rich Grüner, one that brings out the pepper character as well as apricot and honey. There is a dense texture in this concentrated and well-balanced wine. It needs to age for 3–4 years.",Wachtberg Reserve,37,91,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2009 Wachtberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2009-wachtberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Stadt Krems 14,Red,Spain,"Meaty, spicy and smooth on the nose, with subtle dryness that indicates maturity. The palate is saturated but not heavy or chewy, with body and balance that highlights plum, berry, cherry and toasty oak and spice flavors. Shows freshness, health, quality and finesse. Drink now through 2014.",Gran Reserva,39,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2004 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Sierra Cantabria 13,Red,France,"A powerful, ripe wine with great sweet tannins, piled with black fruits, a dense texture and layers of wood. Despite all the richness, it still retains a sense of structured balance, finishing with good Bordeaux dryness and acidity.",,24,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Soudars 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-soudars-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Soudars ,Red,US,"This wine surprises by being so very pretty—unexpected from such a hot site. Lovely scents of raspberry, strawberry, mint and spice lift the nose; the palate is medium-bodied, nicely tart, perfectly balanced and long. The mix of sweet and tart red fruits lasts deliciously, with the spice adding grace notes. Though blended and aged in 100% new French oak barrels, the oak is muted, and the fruit shines through.",Stone Tree Vineyard Reserve,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2007 Stone Tree Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-stone-tree-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Columbia Crest 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"Le Sponde is sweet and luscious, delivering fleshy, sweet aromas of stone fruit, honeycomb, apricot and almond paste. The wine is sweet, thick and decadently creamy on the close.",Le Sponde 500 ml,34,91,Veneto,Recioto di Soave Classico,,Coffele 2008 Le Sponde 500 ml (Recioto di Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coffele-2008-le-sponde-500-ml-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Coffele ,Red,US,"Spicy and precise, this is a Bordeaux mix, with sharp-edged cassis, black cherry and blackberry fruit, encased in a strong, fortress-like, oak stockade. Clearly a wine to decant, it's got plenty of power and 15.3% alcohol, yet retains a supple mouthfeel and sense of proportion.",BFM Red,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 BFM Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-bfm-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Dusted Valley ,Red,Italy,"Shaped by 15 months in oak barrique, this pure expression of Cabernet Franc is beautifully integrated with impressively intense aromas of black fruit and spice. You'll also recognize mineral, root beer or herb and the wine ends with a blast of black, jammy berry fruit.",Lienà,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Giovanni Chiappini 2007 Lienà Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-chiappini-2007-liena-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Giovanni Chiappini 13,Red,Austria,"The wine shows great richness, power and density. Wood aging has smoothed the rough edges and give an intense, firm wine, the tannins finely balanced with the black fruits.",Altenberg,,91,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2007 Altenberg Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2007-altenberg-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Gernot and Heike Heinrich ,Red,France,"A solidly tannic wine that powers with bitter chocolate, plum skin and black berry flavors. Very concentrated, it has the structure and acidity to offer aging potential for 2–3 years.",Carquelins,,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Carquelins (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-carquelins-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14,Red,Italy,"Orchidea is a 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that shows loads of ripe fruit, blackberry, cassis, chocolate and leather. Pair this wine with osso buco.",Orchidea,39,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Casalbosco 2006 Orchidea Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-casalbosco-2006-orchidea-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Fattoria di Casalbosco 13.2,Red,US,"Give this vigorously young Pinot Noir several hours of decanting, or age it for five–seven years if you can. It's brightly acidic and ripe in cherry, currant and sandalwood flavor, with a gorgeous mouthfeel of velvet and silk. It's a bit ponderous, but there's no denying the power.",Peay Vineyard,48,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2007 Peay Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2007-peay-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Failla 14.1,Red,US,"This blend of different vineyards is immediately appealing for its silky mouthfeel and delicious flavors. Floods the mouth with raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice, bacon, dusty herb and sandalwood flavors. So pretty, so polished, so refined. Will develop over the next two–four years.",Occidental Coast,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Evening Land 2008 Occidental Coast Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2008-occidental-coast-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Evening Land 14.8,Red,US,"This is a soft, lush, almost sweet Zinfandel. It has ripe, pie-filling flavors of raspberries and cherries, with a chocolate and spice finish. Feels a bit too soft, but the tannins are complex and refined. Drink now.",Luvisi Vineyard,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2008 Luvisi Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2008-luvisi-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Signorello 14.6,Red,US,"The latest Artist Series Cab is mostly old vine Champoux vineyard fruit, and displays single-vineyard character as a result. Big, powerful, full, round black cherry fruit grabs the center, just on the edge of jammy, supported with juicy acidity. This wine is still quite young and edgy, but will reward cellaring over a decade or more, as is usually the case with Woodward Canyon Cabs.",Artist Series #16,49,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodward Canyon 2007 Artist Series #16 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2007-artist-series-16-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Woodward Canyon 13,White,Austria,"In the creamy rich style that is the hallmark of many Kamptal Grüners, Fred Loimer's blend from different vineyards has ripe, juicy fruits, a delicious combination of mango, pear and crisper apple skins. Age for 2–3 years.",Terrassen Reserve,,91,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2009 Terrassen Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2009-terrassen-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Loimer 14.3,Red,US,"This is a very nice Cabernet for drinking now and for a few more years, although you'll want to decant it for several hours. It's dry and tannic, with flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar, and it has that ineffably hard to describe quality of elegance.",,55,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Martin Ray 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Martin Ray 13,Red,France,"A smoky, intensely flavored wine that is ripe and opulent. The tannins are beautifully integrated into the powerful texture of sweet berry fruits, intense acidity and sumptuous aftertaste. Age for 3–4 years.",Les Taillepieds Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Maison Champy 2008 Les Taillepieds Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-les-taillepieds-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 14.8,Red,US,"Made in an immediately appealing style, this Pinot has forward raspberry and strawberry jam, cherry pie, Dr. Pepper, vanilla custard and smoky sweet oak flavors. It's so delicious, you hardly notice the tannin and acid firmness. But that will protect it and enable it to age for 6–8 years.",Quail Hill Vineyard,60,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2008 Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2008-quail-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lynmar ,Red,US,"The best of Olsen's 2008 reds, this 100% Merlot is generous and forward, with rich cherry and raspberry fruit. Spicy in the nose and in the mouth, it is lightly herbal, adding texture and length, and has the concentration and depth to develop nicely over the next decade.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2008,Olsen Estates 13,Dessert,Italy,"Hekate, made with a blend of aromatic grapes from Sicily, is a rich and decadent wine that opens with a luminous amber color and intense aromas of candied orange, sweet almond paste, dried flowers, peach and honeysuckle. The wine is thick and dense with crisp citrus flavors and would pair with crème caramel.",Hekate 500ml,29,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2007 Hekate 500ml White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2007-hekate-500ml-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2007,Feudo Arancio 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant but also very approachable and friendly wine. There's a bright, lively quality to the fruit here and the finish is long and rich in fresh fruit nuances. Would make a perfect pairing partner to oven roasted pasta and easy meat stew.",Opus Magnum,22,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Casalbosco 2006 Opus Magnum Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-casalbosco-2006-opus-magnum-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Fattoria di Casalbosco 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Sangue d'Oro is a hearty, extracted Passito dessert wine made with fragrant Zibibbo grapes. The wine is thick and dense and beautifully redolent of chestnut honey, candied fruit and almond paste.",Sangue d'Oro 500ml,58,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Sererraglio Carole Bouquet 2006 Sangue d'Oro 500ml (Passito di Pantelleria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sererraglio-carole-bouquet-2006-sangue-doro-500ml-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2006,Sererraglio Carole Bouquet 13.5,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Riserva from Montecucco (coastal Tuscany) shows loads of Sangiovese personality. You'll recognize the variety's true character in the wine's bright aromas of wild berry, toasted almond, blue flower and moist earth. There's structure and definition too, and the wine offers a long, bright finish.",Riserva,35,91,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2006 Riserva (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2006-riserva-red-montecucco/,Red Blend,2006,Collemassari ,Red,France,"A big, bold and fruity wine that is full of ripe berry fruits, rich and generous. This is Beaujolais at its most exuberant, a celebration of delicious fruit. It could age, but is ready to drink.",Domaine des Rosiers,,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine des Rosiers (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-rosiers-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"This precious expression made by the dynamic Rizzi family shows thick, heavy, sweet creaminess in the mouth and bright aromas of honey, apricots, raisins and pressed flowers.",Frimaio 375ml,,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Rizzi 2006 Frimaio 375ml White (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2006-frimaio-375ml-white-piedmont/,White Blend,2006,Rizzi 14.6,Red,US,"Dark, dusty, strongly scented with barrel toast, coffee grounds and incense, this is the most substantial and complete version to date. Balancing cherry and plum fruit against the pretty barrel-infused tannins, it glides gracefully across the palate into a seamless finish. Saggi is the Long Shadows collaboration with Tuscany's Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari. the blend in 2007 is 43% Sangiovese, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon and 21% Syrah. With each new vintage, the percentage of Sangiovese climbs, putting more Tuscany in this new world super-Tuscan wine. Dark, dusty, strongly scented with barrel toast, coffee grounds and incense, this is the most substantial and complete version to date. Balancing cherry and plum fruit against the pretty barrel-infused tannins, it glides gracefully across the palate into a seamless finish.",,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saggi 2007 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saggi-2007-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Saggi 13.5,Sparkling,US,"The 2005 vintage was a very great one for Iron Horse. This 100% Chardonnay reflects the perfect growing conditions. It's dry and especially elegant, with rich brioche, lime and green apple flavors, and a firm minerality in the finish. Drink now.",Blanc de Blancs,40,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Iron Horse 14.3,Red,US,"One of the most successful Bordeaux blends to come out of Sonoma Valley lately, this wine is dry and earthy, providing a nice alternative to today's super-fruity, overripe style. It has rewarding cherry, blackberry, red currant, mocha and licorice flavors, balanced with rich tannins. Really stylish for drinking now.",Serres Ranch,20,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2008 Serres Ranch Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2008-serres-ranch-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Highway 12 ,Red,France,"Fine, elegant wine, packed with delicious strawberry flavors, sweetness and richness. At the core are firm tannins, but these are almost crowded out by the ripe fruit.",Les Feusselottes Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Les Feusselottes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-feusselottes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"Great structured richness, dense complex flavors. The ripe fruit swathes the core of tannins, giving a powerful texture, while the obvious acidity offers a streak of freshness to this sweet fruited wine.",Les Evocelles,,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Les Evocelles (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-evocelles-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont ,White,US,"Bee pollen, honey mead and lemon polish mingle in the bouquet; turning smooth and supple in the mouth. This is a rich and buttery wine, with excellent acidity behind the ripe fruit. The flavors gather strength as the wine pours over the tongue and down the back of the throat, finishing with a lick of butterscotch.",Boushey Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Darby 2009 Boushey Vineyard Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2009-boushey-vineyard-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2009,Darby ,Red,France,"A finely structured wine, very firm, with a dark edge of tannins over ripe black fruit. The wine is concentrated and dense, still developing and showing great final juicy character.",Les Charmes,19,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine Pral 2008 Les Charmes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pral-2008-charmes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Domaine Pral 13,Red,France,"Initially mineral and austere, but after a moment, the richer sweet berry fruits come through. The wine has spice from new wood as well as a solid core of dry tannins. The aftertaste reveals the dense texture, and the aging potential.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belle-Vue 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belle-vue-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Belle-Vue 14.8,Red,US,"Great price for a Cab this good, and surprising that it's nonvintage. Toasty oak stands out, not unpleasantly, and then the blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate kick in. Holds its own among far more expensive Napa Cabernets.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,CULT NV Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cult-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,CULT 12,White,Austria,"Pure, perfumed wine, its floral currant flavored fruit dancing in the glass. There is a bright lift to this delicious fruity wine, just demanding to be drunk. Screw cap.",Reserve,,90,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2009 Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2009-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2009,Loimer 14.5,Red,Spain,"A tough, sun-belted wine with concentration, big tannins and a ton of power and flavor. The nose is all bacon, balsamic notes, tobacco and roasted black fruit, while the ridged palate is dark and tastes of blackberry, molasses, coconut and brown sugar. Edgy, lemony and tannic on the finish. Drink now with beef; can be held for another 3–5 years.",Cenit Old Vines,48,90,Northern Spain,Tierra del Viños de Zamora,,Viñas del Cenit 2007 Cenit Old Vines Tempranillo (Tierra del Viños de Zamora),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-cenit-2007-old-vines-tempranillo-tierra-vinos-zamora/,Tempranillo,2007,Viñas del Cenit 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Chocolaty and malty to start with, then more meaty, rubbery and traditional on the nose. The palate is round and just right in feel, while the palate is meaty, layered and savory, with juicy acidity and savory undercurrents. Cutting and food-friendly, and very well-made for a $10 wine.",,10,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dolce Stefania 2007 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-stefania-2007-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2007,Dolce Stefania 14.9,Red,US,"The grapes come from a vineyard in a part of the sprawling Sonoma Coast appellation that has yet to prove itself. The wine is ripe, with delicious cherry and raspberry-pie-filling flavors liberally accented with the sweet toast and vanilla notes of oak. There's an obvious appeal of deliciousness, and while it doesn't tire the palate, it doesn't offer extreme complexity. Drink now.",,38,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Longfellow 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longfellow-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Longfellow 13,Red,France,"Dark and firm, with dry tannins strongly alongside the pure black currant fruits. A solid, linear wine, its acidity firmly in place.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Barateau 2005 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-barateau-2005-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Barateau 12,White,Portugal,"A ripe wine, with white fruits and a touch of spice. The crisp minerality of Vinho Verde is all there, with a satisfyingly textured aftertaste.",,12,89,Vinho Verde,,,Solar de Pinheiro 2009 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-pinheiro-2009-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Solar de Pinheiro 14.5,Red,South Africa,Medium-intense and herbal with notes of licorice root and cedar spice among the dark fruit and soft green-pepper flavors. It's easy to drink and well structured with moderate acid and soft but present tannins. A good amount of sweet woody spice lingers though the finish.,,27,89,Durbanville,,,De Grendel 2007 Merlot (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grendel-2007-merlot-durbanville/,Merlot,2007,De Grendel 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out rustic and leathery, with hints of smoke, leafiness and earth along with baked berry and spice. This four-grape wine has good density and mouthfeel that frames leather, earth and slightly baked berry fruit flavors. Finishes chocolaty and sweet, with just enough acidity to maintain balance.",Selección 12 Crianza,15,89,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2005 Selección 12 Crianza Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2005-seleccion-12-crianza-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2005,Bodegas Luzón 13.5,Red,France,"Ripe, smooth, rich fruits, juicy strawberry flavor and fresh acidity. The texture is solid and dense, with an obvious potential for aging.",La Charmille,24,89,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château La Rame 2006 La Charmille (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rame-2006-la-charmille-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château La Rame 13,Red,France,"A powerful, dense and still youthful wine. It balances a fresh blackberry fruit character with smoky tannins and delicious, bright and juicy acidity.",Retour des Palombières,28,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut-Peyrous 2008 Retour des Palombières (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-peyrous-2008-retour-palombieres-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Peyrous 13,White,Portugal,"A fine balance between yellow fruit richness, with apricots and peaches, and a crisp, exquisite line of citrus. The wine is rich, while also fresh, a great food white wine.",Serrado Branco,7,89,Dão,,,Quinta do Serrado 2009 Serrado Branco White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-serrado-2009-branco-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Serrado 12.5,White,Austria,"From the hills around Vienna, this Riesling is a rich style, emphasizing fruity lemon and apricot flavors as well as steely acidity. It's a fine combination with a tightly perfumed aftertaste. Screw cap.",Vienna Hills,19,89,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2009 Vienna Hills Riesling (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2009-vienna-hills-riesling-vienna/,Riesling,2009,Wieninger 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is a rich and concentrated wine with welcoming aromas of black fruits, bacon, African violets and soft black pepper. The mouth is as intense as one would anticipate with more concentrated dark plum and currant flavors and accents of coconut on the long finish. The tannins are gripping and the structure firm; try with hearty red meat dishes for a superb pairing.",Private Collection,20,89,Stellenbosch,,,Spier 2006 Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2006-private-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Spier 12.5,Red,France,"By softening the extract and reducing the use of wood, Luc de Conti has succeeded in making a smooth, elegant wine in a difficult year. There is some weight, principally in the black currant fruit, creating a wine that could age for several years.",Moulin des Dames,40,89,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2007 Moulin des Dames Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2007-moulin-dames-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Tour des Gendres 17.5,Port/Sherry,France,"Tannat, with its high tannins, seems to lend itself as well to sweet fortified wines as do the Douro grapes of Port country. This is sweet, but firmly, solidly tannic, packed with wild berries and an edge of spice.",Tannatis,,89,France Other,Vin de Liqueur,,Domaine Berthoumieu 2007 Tannatis Tannat (Vin de Liqueur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthoumieu-2007-tannatis-other-red-tannat-vin-liqueur/,Tannat,2007,Domaine Berthoumieu ,Red,France,"This is dry Beaujolais, boasting as much structure as fruit. The tannins are prominent, underpinning the spicy black berry fruits. The effect is rich, a wine that will age well over 2–3 years.",Château des Capitans,,89,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château des Capitans (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-capitans-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13.9,Red,US,"Made with 15% Cabernet Franc, which adds a welcome cherry tart richness to the earthy blackberries and herbs, this Merlot is priced well for an elegant restaurant wine. It's dry and crisp and smooth, and so easy to drink with a fine steak.",,19,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2007 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2007-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2007,Gainey 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a well aged Cab Sauvignon that shows the heat of the 2003 vintage as aromas of blackberry preserves and strawberry roll-up. Thanks to 18 months of oak aging there's also plenty of spice, leather and pipe tobacco at the back.",Montevago,32,89,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Fattoria di Petrognano 2003 Montevago Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrognano-2003-montevago-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fattoria di Petrognano ,Red,France,"Lovely perfumed fruit with delicious, soft sweetness, raspberry and sweet plums. The acidity attractively cuts through this ripeness.",Les Dominodes Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Les Dominodes Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-dominodes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Very solid and sturdy, with aromas of apple, lemon-lime, soda cracker and mineral. The palate is fuller and more flavorful than your average cava, with candied apple, papaya, lime and lemon flavors. Dry, pithy and hinting at complexity on the finish.",Reserva Heredad,25,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Reserva Heredad Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-reserva-heredad-sparkling-cava-122093/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 14.8,White,US,"Made in the modern style of superripe fruit and lots of oak, this Chardonnay is massive in the long hangtime tropical fruit, pear and peach flavors that the vineyard so easily achieves. It's not complex, but it sure is delicious, oozing with honey and spices. Drink now–2013.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,32,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Pessagno ,Red,US,"Hearty, rustic and full throttle (at 15% alcohol), this is a bottle full of Sicilian fruits and flavors. Figs and dates, raisins and allspice, coffee and dark chocolate whirl through the palate, with the alcohol leaving a distinct trail through the finish. You might consider this in place of a dessert liqueur, served up with stuffed figs, walnuts and the bitterest of chocolate.",,28,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Pheasant Valley Winery 2008 Primitivo (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pheasant-valley-winery-2008-zinfandel-primitivo-other-columbia-valley-or/,Primitivo,2008,Pheasant Valley Winery 12.5,Red,Austria,"A structured, dry, firmly tannic wine with great concentration. It has a chunky rich character allied to a ripe, juiciness. Flavors of bitter chocolate add to the plum and damson skin flavor and bite.",,,89,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2008 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2008-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2008,Gernot and Heike Heinrich ,Red,France,"Lean and tannic, this is a tough wine, its tannins dominating the underlying juicy fruit. It has power, with a firm and dry texture. Give it 2–3 years to develop.",Domaine Jean Descombes,,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine Jean Descombes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-jean-descombes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 12,Dessert,Italy,"Made with a blend of two of Friuli's most traditional grapes, Picolit and Verduzzo Friulano, Siùm shows a rich, copperish color, with intense aromas of almond paste, butterscotch, caramel, candied fruit and orange zest. The Verduzzo elements lends a distinctive characteristic of yellow candy.",Siùm 375ml,48,89,,Delle Venezie,,La Viarte 2004 Siùm 375ml White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viarte-2004-sium-375ml-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2004,La Viarte 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Tenuta Sant'Antonio's lovely Recioto shows firm tannins that are surrounded by aromas of blackberry, spice, nutmeg, black cherry and prune. Chocolate fudge would make a perfect food companion to this dark, concentrated wine.",Argille Bianche 375ml,45,89,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2004 Argille Bianche 375ml (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2004-argille-bianche-375ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 13.5,Red,Argentina,"More subtle than your average full-force Malbec. This one runs heavy on the cedar, tobacco and rooty characteristics more so than black fruit and power, but there's ripe raspberry and chocolate to satisfy anyone seeking fruit and richness. A definite warm-climate wine, but it's restrained and traditional in style. I like this wine for its individuality.",Roble Reserva,18,89,Other,Argentina,,Staphyle 2006 Roble Reserva Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staphyle-2006-roble-reserva-malbec-other/,Malbec,2006,Staphyle 12.5,White,Spain,"Nice, clean and vibrant, with a welcoming set of peach, apricot and citrusy aromas. The wine is 100% correct and fresh, with clarity and flavors of apple, peach and green grapes. Shows just enough body, acid and pith on the finish, but drink now before it starts to fade.",,18,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,As Laxas 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-laxas-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,As Laxas 13.5,Red,France,"This 100% Carignan is a great expression of what the grape can do all by itself without any blending buddies. Red cherry and plum mingle with garrigue herbs and a touch of vanilla on the nose. Soft tannins and vibrant acidity lay out the approachable structure, with a lingering finish accented by sweet spice.",Cariñu,14,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays du Val de Cesse,,Château Cabezac 2007 Cariñu Carignan (Vin de Pays du Val de Cesse),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2007-carinu-carignan-vin-pays-val-cesse/,Carignan,2007,Château Cabezac 14.2,Red,US,"Grown in the Oakley area from (mostly) old vines, this Zin is dry, lush in texture and complex in flavors. It has lovely floral and mineral notes to the spicy raspberries, cherries, currants and cola. Great job at a good price.",Beastly Old Vines,20,89,California,California Other,California,Cardinal Zin 2007 Beastly Old Vines Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cardinal-zin-2007-beastly-old-vines-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2007,Cardinal Zin 12.5,White,France,"Dominated by herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc, with a finely judged hint of wood, this is a fruity wine with bright acidity, pear and green plum flavors and a crisp aftertaste.",Le Cygne,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Fonréaud 2008 Le Cygne (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2008-le-cygne-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Fonréaud 12.5,Red,France,"Deeply embedded in firm tannins, this is a wine for aging. There is plenty of mineral, black currant and plum juice fruit, with a fine juicy element as well as acidity. It is balanced and harmonious, a keeper for 5–6 years.",,35,89,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2008 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2008-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 13,Red,France,"A solid, foursquare wine, flaunting its tannins but not forgetting the rich weight of fruit underneath. Mint flavors go with the chocolate and dark plums.",Caractère,20,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château de la Grave 2006 Caractère (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-grave-2006-caractere-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château de la Grave 13.5,White,Austria,"A rich and creamy character, underlined by pepper, sets this wine on a broad road. It has fine acidity as well, but it is the ripe structure that gives the wine character. There are delicious final apricot fruit flavors.",Edition Chremisa,24,89,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Edition Chremisa Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-edition-chremisa-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Winzer Krems ,Red,US,"Eola-Amity Hills has a distinctive “voice” in the newly-defined Willamette Valley AVAs. It brings in earth and herb in a round and integrated style, not abrasive or stemmy, but adding Burgundy-like notes to the essential Pinot Noir character. The fruit is light and mixes cherry and citrus, and the tannins are proportionate and supple.",Elton Vineyard,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Elton Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-elton-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a food-friendly Sauvignon blended with hints of Riesling (for acidity) and Viognier (for fragrance). Citrus and grassy notes strike just the right balance, and there's a pleasant creaminess to the wine's texture. Drink it over the next six months.",Elevation,14,89,Marlborough,,,Wild Rock 2009 Elevation Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-rock-2009-elevation-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Wild Rock ,White,US,"Though crafted in 100% new French oak, this retains its strong varietal character, but some of the acidic sharpness is softened by the barrel fermentation. Fresh and clean, it brings sweet grain and herb flavors to a mix of pineapple and green apple fruit. Nice, snappy, tart finish.",Angel,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2009 Angel Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2009-angel-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Guardian 11.5,White,US,"Beautifully perfumed with luscious stonefruit and a hint of jasmine blossoms, but not at all cloying, this off-dry Riesling is another favorite from Hermann J. Wiemer. Bouquets of white florals shower the palate as well, but then retreat in the midpalate allowing elegant mineral and lime flavors to shine through.",Semi-Dry,17,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Hermann J. Wiemer ,Red,US,"A supple and polished Bordeaux blend (40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot) that features cassis and blackberry fruit. It's round and forward, with pretty floral aromas from the Petit Verdot. The tannins are polished and the wine carries its 14.6% alcohol without a hint of heat or burn.",CHAOS Red,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Darby 2007 CHAOS Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2007-chaos-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Darby 12.5,White,Austria,"Full-bodied Grüner, packed with apricots and pineapple flavors to go with the crisp edge of acidity. It is ripe and vibrant, with a creamy, smooth aftertaste. Screw cap.",Schellmann Ossi,,89,Niederösterreich,,,Loimer 2009 Schellmann Ossi Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2009-schellmann-ossi-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Loimer 15,Red,Spain,"A different breed of blended wine, with earthy aromas of dried cheese, leather, dill and vanilla. The palate is tight and mildly tannic, with sweet cola, roasted berry and earthy tobacco flavors. Not your normal bulky, dark wine; it's complex and based on 85% Garnacha and Carignan.",Masia Carreras,42,89,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Martí Fabra 2005 Masia Carreras Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marti-fabra-2005-masia-carreras-red-emporda/,Red Blend,2005,Martí Fabra 14,White,US,"This is the ripest of Ojai's current trio of '08 Chardonnays, with tropical fruit, apricot and pear flavors, but it also shows the winery's telltale acidity, dryness and minerality. Drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ojai 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Ojai 14,Red,South Africa,"Intense bramble, red plum and boysenberry backed by light coffee and a hint of sweet smoke immediately draw you in to this wine. The lush palate offers similarly dominating flavors of berry compote, forest floor, clove and black pepper. Creamy and full in the mouth with moderate dusty tannins, this is an easy pleaser that will pair well with grilled lamb.",,20,89,Elgin,,,Neil Ellis 2008 Shiraz (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-elgin/,Shiraz,2008,Neil Ellis 13.5,White,New Zealand,"On the restrained side, with flinty aromas giving way to notes of grapefruit, melon and fig on the palate. Finishes with a touch of leafiness.",,17,89,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Nautilus 14,Red,Argentina,"Cedary and more than bit woodsy, with darkness, char and black fruit on the nose. The palate is rich, concentrated and a touch burnt and black, with blackberry, spice, cedar and mossy flavors. Finishes soft, dark and slightly herbal. Nicely done.",Reserve,18,89,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Reserve Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-reserve-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2009,Finca Sophenia 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Winemaker José Neiva delights in unusual blends such as this particular combination which should be tried more often. It is a big rich wine, packed with ripe flavors, plums, dark chocolate, rich sweet berries and firm tannins.",DFJ Caladoc/Alicante Bouschet,13,89,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 DFJ Caladoc/Alicante Bouschet Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-caladoc-alicante-bouschet-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos ,Red,Italy,"Tageto is a Bordeaux blend from Coastal Tuscany that will appeal to those who like an element of soft, chewy sweetness in their wines. It's bold and big on the palate with enduring persistency and layers of sweet strawberry, cinnamon and nutmeg.",Tageto,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2008 Tageto Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2008-tageto-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 ,Sparkling,US,"Luxe is the high-end offering from Domaine Ste. Michelle, using free-run Chardonnay from a 25-year-old Columbia valley vineyard. It has more refinement, grip and depth than the regular DSM Blanc de Blancs, and mimics the pleasing toastiness associated with top Champagnes. Worthy of a place of honor on your holiday table.",Luxe,23,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle 2004 Luxe Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-2004-luxe-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Domaine Ste. Michelle ,Red,US,"A barrel selection from the 30-acre estate vineyard, this has a bit more muscle than its companion Amalie's Cuvée, with a more firm and full mid-palate. The fruit reaches into orange and plum and even hints at bourbon-soaked raisins, but within a context of a very cool vintage. Good balance and restraint, with the structure to age gracefully for up to a decade.",Estate,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2007-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Amalie Robert 12.5,Red,France,"A very mineral wine, with a lean and flinty character, tight tannins and suppressed fruit. The result is the need for several years of aging to bring out some weight and fruit. The potential is here.",Cuvée Prestige,22,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Cénac 2007 Cuvée Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2007-cuvee-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château de Cénac 14,Red,France,"For the price and quality, you just can't go wrong with this one. Medium intense with strong suggestions of kirsch and blackberry liqueur lifted by accents of rosemary, espresso grinds and licorice. Round and satisfying in the mouth with more dark fruit flavors and a peppery finish.",La Tradition,8,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2007 La Tradition Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2007-tradition-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cabezac 13.5,Red,France,"A higher-tier (and thus a bit more expensive) offering from Cabezac, this is a lush and attractive wine with a crushed velvet texture and a lingering finish. Seductively aromatic with notes of chocolate, licorice and raspberry sauce leading to flavors of sweet red berry preserves laced with cocoa in the mouth. So decadent and creamy, its an easy choice to drink now.",Grande Cuvée Belvèze,28,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2005 Grande Cuvée Belvèze Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2005-grande-cuvee-belveze-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cabezac 14.5,Red,Spain,"Interesting and very much showing Navarran qualities, including aromas of black olive, herbs and mossy fruit. The palate has good structure, balance and feel, and thus there's a nice platform for dry black cherry, cassis and mocha flavors. As an '05 it's evolved, still fresh enough, and ready to go.",Reserva,15,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Piedemonte 2005 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-piedemonte-2005-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2005,Bodegas Piedemonte 14,Red,Italy,Here's a ripe and chewy expression of Merlot with slightly jammy aromas of blackberry and maraschino cherry. Light shadings of spice and mineral appear in the background and the wine is smooth and soft on the finish.,,25,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Trebbio 2006 Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-trebbio-2006-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2006,Castello del Trebbio 13.5,White,Chile,"Minerally and pure, with coastal-influenced nettle, green apple and passion fruit aromas. This is a very good, snappy wine with pure citrus, minerality, lime and grapefruit flavors. And that's also how it finishes. As the field of coastal Chilean SBs grow, Cool Coast from Casa Silva is one to keep an eye on.",Cool Coast,23,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2009 Cool Coast Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2009-cool-coast-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Casa Silva 12.5,White,Portugal,"Beautifully fresh wine that also has some weight to it. It is strung on a tightrope of crispness, balanced between white fruits and citrus. There is a great final mineral texture from the granite soils of the Minho.",,10,89,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2009 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2009-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Casa do Valle ,Red,France,"Ripe and juicy, this is an immediately appealing wine, full of forward fruit that is rich and sweet. Dark cherry lies over cranberry sharpness. The wine flows easily from the glass, an example of the sunny side of Beaujolais.",Domaine du Moulin-à-Vent,,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine du Moulin-à-Vent (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-du-moulin-a-vent-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Full and rich, this is a ripe, generous wine that offers great swathes of black berry fruit. It is well structured, the tannins folding into the ripe fruits, although never losing sight of delicious jelly acidity.",Château de Prieuré,,89,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château de Prieuré (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-de-prieure-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,Italy,"This massive blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot is packed tight with cinnamon, clove and Christmas spice lavished over a solid core of blackberry and plum. The wine shows a ripe, jammy finish with a long, fruity fade.",,,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Ferrari Iris & Figli 2008 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-iris-figli-2008-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Ferrari Iris & Figli 13.5,White,Austria,"Described by the producer as the crème de la crème of Veltliners, this is certainly concentrated, rich and spicy. It has baked apple, nutmeg, a touch of ginger to go with the ripe fruit. It's a food wine, best with rich fish or creamy cheeses. Screw cap.",Gedersdorfer Vordernberg Reserve,22,89,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2009 Gedersdorfer Vordernberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2009-gedersdorfer-vordernberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Felsner 18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Nutty and toasty, with toffee and butter pecan aromas. The palate is wet, light, alert and snappy, but also angular and citrusy. The acidity here is key; it pushes dried apricot and tangy flavors toward a nutty finish, and overall the wine delivers what a good, higher-end palo cortado should.",Marqués de Rodil Especial Palo Cortado,45,89,Andalucia,Jerez,,Hidalgo NV Marqués de Rodil Especial Palo Cortado Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidalgo-nv-marques-de-rodil-especial-palo-cortado-palomino-jerez-121268/,Palomino,,Hidalgo ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fine and impressively complex wine, rich, packed with sultanas and dark chocolate. Very firm, this is worth aging but drinkable now.",Late Bottled Vintage,,89,Port,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta do Passadouro 14.3,Red,US,"If you like your Malbecs big, lusty and powerful, you'll enjoy this densely concentrated wine, grown 1,100 feet up on the Rockpile. It's strong in blackberries and currants, and is very dry, with a good acid-tannin balance. Now–2013.",Buck Pasture Vineyard,41,89,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2007 Buck Pasture Vineyard Malbec (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2007-buck-pasture-vineyard-malbec-sonoma-rockpile/,Malbec,2007,Mauritson 13.5,White,Chile,"Year after year this ranks as one of Chile's most complex and satisfying SBs. The nose is like an ocean breeze mixed with saline, citrus and fresh greens. The palate blends zestiness with fleshy weight, and the flavors suggest lime, green apple and grapefruit. Clean and long on the finish; drink now before it fades.",Limited Selection Leyda Vineyard,15,89,Leyda Valley,,,Montes 2009 Limited Selection Leyda Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-limited-selection-leyda-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Montes 14,Red,US,"Not offering much opulence now. It's hard, dry and acidic, a wine that struggles with the palate. Deep down inside are very luscious black and red cherry, red currant, cola, licorice and sandalwood flavors. Defines a particular style of elegant austerity rather than plushness, and will be welcomed by sommeliers and chefs for its food-friendliness.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ojai 2007 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2007-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ojai 14.5,Red,France,"Aromatic, herbal wine, with evocative lavender, a core of dry tannins, fresh red plum juice fruit and flavors of wild thyme. The six years' aging has given the wine just the right amount of maturity to drink now.",Jules Réserve,18,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine du Grand Cros 2004 Jules Réserve Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-cros-2004-jules-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Grand Cros 12.5,White,France,"With some wood aging, this is a rounded, toasty wine. The local Mauzac (also spelled Mausac) grape gives a herbal character, filled out with white currants and yellow plums. To soften the wood, age for another year.",Le Mausac de Sarrabelle,12,89,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Sarrabelle 2008 Le Mausac de Sarrabelle White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sarrabelle-2008-le-mausac-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2008,Domaine Sarrabelle 15,Dessert,Italy,"Tedeschi makes a fine Recioto with firm tannins and generous aromas of black fruit, spice, cinnamon and prune. It tastes smooth and silky and offers a curious balance between natural sweetness and dense structure.",Capitel Fontana 500ml,,89,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2005 Capitel Fontana 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2005-capitel-fontana-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Tedeschi 13.5,Red,Spain,"A more traditional type of crianza with vanilla, spice, dry berry fruit and a quiet, subtle approach. The mouthfeel is Old World with it's clean, dusty weight and proper acid-tannin balance, and the flavors of spice, cherry, dried currant and earth don't overstep their place. Very nice wine for under $20.",Crianza,17,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valserrano 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valserrano-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Valserrano 14.5,Red,US,"Not an easy wine to appreciate now. It's tannic, and the fruit is fresh and primary, with the sweet, candied taste of a chewy raspberry twist. Still, there's something complex and interesting going on. It's not just another overripe Zin. Give it a year or two to come around.",Black-Sears Vineyard,40,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,V. Sattui 2007 Black-Sears Vineyard Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2007-black-sears-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2007,V. Sattui 13.6,Red,US,"This is a good, well-made Cabernet Sauvignon to enjoy now. It's nice and dry and sturdy in tannins, with oak-influenced blackberry and currant flavors. Shows some real sophistication.",Dixon Ranch,49,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert James Lynch 2007 Dixon Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-james-lynch-2007-dixon-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert James Lynch 14.4,Red,US,"Vintage seems to have made all the difference in this 100% Cabernet. The 2005 was rich and fat, the 2006 less so. You'll find plenty of acidity framing the juicy blackberry and black currant flavors. It seems to be very finely layered, so your best bet is to cellar it for 6–8 years and see what happens.",Winfield Vineyard,80,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Grade 2006 Winfield Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grade-2006-winfield-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,The Grade 13,White,US,"With some neutral oak and a bit of lees aging, this dry Sauvignon Blanc has a pleasantly creamy, smoky edge to the grapefruit, Meyer lemon and gooseberry flavors, while tingly acidity makes the finish racy. It's a fine cocktail sipper and also a versatile white wine throughout the meal.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Schug 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Schug 14.2,Red,US,"This is a big, rich and flavorful Pinot Noir. It's brimming with cherries, pomegranates, rhubarbs, red licorice and sandalwood, with a spicy, meaty taste of bacon. Drink now.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Martin Ray 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Martin Ray ,Red,France,"The tannins do have some firm character, but the fruit is more dominant, fresh and up-front. There is an attractive red-berry character, offering ripe fruits over a soft texture.",Les Epenots Premier Cru,75,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Louis Latour 2008 Les Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-les-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour 14.6,Red,US,"Feels rather heavy and extracted right now, with masses of jammy cherries, currants, chocolate and spices, and even a note on the finish of overripe raisins. Meanwhile, 100% new oak adds a filigree of toast and vanilla. Made from 100% Merlot, it's a good, rich red wine, but would have benefited with the addition of a little Cabernet Sauvignon or Petit Verdot for complexity.",Reserve,110,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2007 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2007-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Jarvis 13.5,White,US,"This is a really nice Sauvignon Blanc and at this price, you should rush out and look for it. With fruit sourced from Lake County, Napa Valley and Clarksburg, it's crisp, dry and rich in citrus fruit, honeysuckle and pear flavors. Small percentages of Viognier and Pinot Gris add complexity and depth.",Clarity,12,89,California,California Other,California,Johndrow Vineyards 2009 Clarity Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johndrow-2009-clarity-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Johndrow Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"Elegant and smooth, perhaps with an edge of too much smoky wood, but still showing good sweet fruits and fresh acidity. The tannins need time to settle down as the essentially rich wine matures. Hold for 3–4 years.",Aux Cras Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Maison Champy 2008 Aux Cras Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-aux-cras-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 12,White,Austria,"A steely side of Grüner here, very crisp with a strong mineral element. The wine is razor sharp and bright, with a brittle texture. With its vibrant acidity, this is a great food-pairing wine. Screw cap.",Kollmütz Federspiel,14,89,Wachau,,,Machherndl 2008 Kollmütz Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machherndl-2008-kollmutz-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Machherndl 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh and cheerful Sangiovese-based wine that shows bright berry tones and soft spice nuances. It proves a very food-friendly wine that would pair with pasta, light meat dishes or rolled pork roast.",Serrata Belguardo,20,89,Tuscany,Maremma,,Mazzei 2008 Serrata Belguardo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2008-serrata-belguardo-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2008,Mazzei 14,Dessert,Italy,"This is a linear and refined Recioto from the Valpantena subzone of Valpolicella that boasts aromas of sweet Christmas spice, rum cake, prune, clove and polished black stone. Recioto can sometimes be overripe and overblown, but this expression shows elegant composure.",500ml,40,89,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Tezza 2005 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2005-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2005,Tezza 14,Red,Australia,"Hits all the classic well-oaked Cabernet notes: cedar, tobacco, vanilla and cassis upfront, with similar flavors coursing through from start to finish. It's not quite as full bodied as some Australian Cabernets, which isn't a bad thing, finishing with silky yet firm tannins. Drink now–2016.",Marquis Philips S2,35,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,R Wines 2007 Marquis Philips S2 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-marquis-philips-s2-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,R Wines 13,White,Austria,"Beautifully perfumed, with acidity, white fruits and a mineral context. The wine is layered with citrus and lime, hints of fresh pineapple acidity. Screw cap.",Steinterrassen,27,89,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2009 Steinterrassen Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2009-steinterrassen-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Stadt Krems 14.6,Red,US,"Made from unknown varieties, this is a big, sturdy, tannic and dry wine, made from a high mountain vineyard in this Lake County appellation. There's lots to like in the blackberry, cherry and red currant flavors, with their edge of dark chocolate and bacon. The wine is a bit sharp, but that could be a function of youth. Give it a few years in the cellar. A wine to watch.",Half Mile,60,89,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Obsidian Ridge 2007 Half Mile Red (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-ridge-2007-half-mile-red-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Red Blend,2007,Obsidian Ridge 11,Dessert,US,"This superrich wine, with 12.7% residual sugar, is very sweet. It dazzles with honeyed flavors of tangerines and Asian pears, with creamy notes of vanilla bean and smoky pie crust. Could be denser and more concentrated, but it's a flashy dessert wine.",Late Harvest,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2008 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2008-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Husch 13,White,US,"This unoaked, low-alcohol Sauvignon Blanc is really elegant, and shows how you don't have to spend a lot to get a fine wine. It's dry, crisp and rich in lemon, lime, pineapple and vanilla flavors, with a savory creaminess from sur lie aging. A brilliant value; production was 77,500 cases.",Private Selection,11,89,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2009 Private Selection Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-private-selection-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Robert Mondavi ,Red,US,"A blend of three vineyard sites, this fragrant wine offers subtle scents of truffle and earth along with pomegranate and raspberry. The fruit flavors have a dusty character, and there is a strong mineral streak that washes through the midpalate. Give this plenty of breathing time.",Three Hills Cuvée,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2008 Three Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2008-three-hills-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lange ,Red,US,"This smooth and supple wine has been aged in 65% new oak, yet does not seem at all oaky. A solid core of black fruits is annotated with streaks of coffee, licorice and gun metal. The finish is persistent, with a hint of citrus. Recently bottled, the wine may merit a higher score with a bit more bottle age.",Edythe Mae Vineyard,38,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Edythe Mae Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-edythe-mae-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Olsen Estates 12.5,White,Spain,"Sappy green apple, grapefruit and citrus aromas are welcoming and pure, while the palate is soft-edged, citrusy and full or tangerine and melon flavors. A good, honest, clean Verdejo that has sure-fire mass appeal. More solid than special, which is what you should want from this kind of wine.",,16,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Valdelapinta 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelapinta-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Valdelapinta 14.5,Red,Spain,"Floral fruit aromas suggest blueberry, but overall this vintage lacks the power and depth that Termes and its big brothers are known for. Airing sets up sweet, easygoing berry flavors and full tannins, but in the middle it's less whole than it has been in other years. A juicy, well-made wine that should not be judged as weak just because 2007 was a marginal vintage. Drink now through 2013.",Termes,30,89,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2007 Termes (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2007-termes-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Numanthia 14.2,Red,US,"This extraordinarily rich Syrah swamps the mouth with jammy blackberries, raspberries and cherries. There's nothing subtle about it. But it's basically dry and properly balanced with acids and tannins, which gives it needed balance. Drink now and through 2014 to experience the youthful opulence.",Garys' Vineyard,33,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2008 Garys' Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-garys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2008,Novy 14.2,Red,US,"It's a little soft, but it sure is good and rich, offering waves of blackberries, cherries, currants, licorice and sandalwood, with a spicy, dry finish. Easy to like, and complex enough for upscale fare. Drink now.",Reserve,45,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Whalebone 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whalebone-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Whalebone 14.2,White,US,"One of the best Chardonnays available at this price. Shows welcome restraint in the crisp, clean flavors of pineapples, Meyer lemons, pears and green apples, with just a touch of oak. If you just judge by price, you'll be amazed how complex and layered it is.",Vintage Selection,12,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2009 Vintage Selection Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2009-vintage-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Pedroncelli 14.2,Red,US,"Feels tight and dry and tannic now, and although the pedigree is clear, it's not showing generosity of spirit. There's a core of blackberries, black currants and minerals, yet it's hiding under a blanket of astringency. Will it age beyond the next few years? Hard to predict.",Jefferson Cuvée,38,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 2007 Jefferson Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2007-jefferson-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Monticello Vineyards 12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"This coppery-pink rosé shows the same classy toast and citrus notes as Jansz's Premium Cuvée, with just a hint of cherry and mushroom to differentiate it. It's medium bodied, with a clean, refreshing finish. Good value.",Premium Rosé Brut,22,89,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Jansz NV Premium Rosé Brut Sparkling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jansz-nv-premium-rose-brut-sparkling-tasmania/,Sparkling Blend,,Jansz 13.2,Red,US,"The winery names Ribbon Springs its “most important source” of Pinot Noir grapes. The Ribbon Ridge AVA, a small subset of the northern Willamette Valley, is distinguishing itself for refined, focused Pinots such as this. Raspberries and rocks collide in midpalate, with a lick of milk chocolate as it fades into a gentle finish. The alcohol is listed at 13.2%.",Ribbon Springs Vineyard,68,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Adelsheim 2008 Ribbon Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-ribbon-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelsheim 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A full wine with smoked meat, licorice and black-fruit jam aromas. The palate is healthy, snappy and tannic, with earthy, full-blast berry flavors that veer toward sweet raisin and syrup but then pull back before falling off the cliff. Saturated, dense and raisiny, but still very rich, real and rewarding.",Andes,17,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argie 2007 Andes Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argie-2007-andes-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2007,Argie 14.2,White,US,"The texture of this Pinot Blanc is Chardonnay-like, but the flavors veer more toward tangerines and oranges, with a buttered toast, honey and vanilla richness. It's a rich, creamy, complicated wine, a little sweet and soft, but a good partner with complex lobster, shrimp and scallop dishes.",Private Reserve Special Limited Edition,22,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,EOS 2008 Private Reserve Special Limited Edition Pinot Blanc (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-private-reserve-special-limited-edition-pinot-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2008,EOS 14,Red,US,"Ripe, dry and forward in fruit, with a soft texture, this Cab appeals now for its wealth of blackberries, cherries, plums, herbs and spices. It's a lovely wine that should be decanted for a few hours before serving.",Reserve,32,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,EOS 13.5,Red,US,"A very nice, elegant Pinot Noir. Shows clean crispness and pedigree, with fine acidity framing dry flavors of raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice, bacon and cola. A rich feel. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch,38,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,Portugal,"Powerful and rich, this wine dominates with its concentrated dusty tannins. It shows big sweet black currant and plum fruits, with dark tannins offset with a layer of fresh acidity.",Olho de Mocho Reserva,32,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Rocim 2008 Olho de Mocho Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-rocim-2008-olho-mocho-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade do Rocim ,Red,France,"There is a definite Volnay lushness here, despite severe tannins. The sweet acidity boosts the black currant flavors, while the dry edge gives a square structure. The final effect is of a rich, ripe wine.",,,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"Sweet and ripe, with plenty of tannins, along with a mineral, chalky character that gives texture to the fresh and ripe strawberry fruits.",Clos des Guettes Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Clos des Guettes Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-clos-guettes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 13.8,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet that expresses the Alexander Valley's soft ripeness. The wine is dry and delicious, offering berry, cherry, coffee, anise, herb and smoky oak flavors that are deep and complex. Drink now and over the next few years. Production was 150 cases.",Red Grav Vineyard,48,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hauck 2007 Red Grav Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauck-2007-red-grav-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hauck 13.5,White,Spain,"Fragrant, clean and tropical, with slate-driven minerality. The palate is just fleshy enough but mostly it's tight and crisp, with flavors of green apple, fresh green herbs and a drip of honey. Holds it together from front to back; just right for salads and seafood-based tapas.",,19,89,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Gaba do Xil 2009 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaba-xil-2009-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2009,Gaba do Xil ,Red,France,"For a Pommard, this is surprisingly soft, more to do with the black cherry flavors than the tannins. A touch of spice and lively acidity give life to the dense structure. A wine to drink from next year.",,,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine de Courcel 2007 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courcel-2007-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine de Courcel 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A big textured, smooth wine, sweet fruits with firm tannins finished with dark perfumes. It is a blockbuster, thankfully without high alcohol, balanced in its richness. A barbecue wine, ready to drink now.",Grand'Arte,13,89,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Grand'Arte Shiraz (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-grandarte-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-lisboa/,Shiraz,2008,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,White,France,"A rich wine with some tropical fruit character fixed firmly in a very mineral context. Very firm and rich, there is a grapefruit character to the texture. A fresh finish rounds it off.",Les Duchesses,32,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Laporte 2008 Les Duchesses (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laporte-2008-duchesses-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Laporte ,Red,France,"Smooth and rich, a delicious black berry juice-flavored wine, its tannins embraced by ripe fruit and sweetness. The wine does have a dry core, along with acidity, although it will be ready to drink in the next 2–3 years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Fontis 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontis-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fontis 13,Red,France,"A smooth and ripe wine, attractive cherry and sweet plum flavors along with a ripe tannic element. It is a rich wine, showing the concentration of 2008 in the Loire. Age for 2–3 years.",Chevalier de Minière,17,89,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Château de Minière 2008 Chevalier de Minière Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-miniere-2008-chevalier-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Château de Minière 12.5,Red,France,"On the nose, this wine is very obviously wood aged. The same goes for the palate, with high toast wood smothering the herbal, ripe plum fruits. The wine therefore needs 2–3 years to soften and better integrate.",In Vinum,29,89,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Sarrabelle 2007 In Vinum Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sarrabelle-2007-in-vinum-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine Sarrabelle 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"You can really taste pure notes of dried or candied fruit here. Honey, almond, mature apricot and maple syrup characterize the nose. In the mouth, the wine is richly sweet and thick.",Cantina di Colognola Acinatico 500ml,,89,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Collis Veneto Wine Group 2008 Cantina di Colognola Acinatico 500ml (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collis-veneto-wine-group-2008-cantina-colognola-acinatico-500ml-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2008,Collis Veneto Wine Group 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A curious blend of local grapes with Syrah and Merlot has produced a bold, ripe wine. The tannins are soft, surrounded by juicy plum and damson flavors and a broad, ripe texture.",,19,89,Alentejano,,,Azamor 2005 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azamor-2005-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2005,Azamor 14,Red,Italy,"Pazzesco, or crazy in Italian, is a lively blend of Merlot and Syrah that offers rich tones of smoked meat, ripe berry, white pepper and soft cherry. There's soft thickness in the mouth and the wine boasts a very rich and succulent texture.",Pazzesco,33,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Trebbio 2005 Pazzesco Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-trebbio-2005-pazzesco-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Castello del Trebbio 13.6,Red,US,"Six Sigma's Tempranillo continues to be one of the most interesting bottlings of this Spanish variety in California. This '06, like its predecessors, is dry and medium-bodied, and shows a pleasant combination of cherry fruit brightened with fine acidity and wrapped into ripe, smooth tannins. It hints at complex notes of hummus, olives, smoked meat and anise. Try now as an offbeat alternative to a big Russian River Valley Pinot Noir.",,42,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2006 Tempranillo (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2006-tempranillo-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Tempranillo,2006,Six Sigma Ranch ,White,US,"This Yakima Valley bottling highlights fresh herbs and sharp, juicy pear and apple fruit flavors. The vivid fruit is racy and tightly defined, and seems to gather strength and focus as it sits in the mouth. A splendid effort that really sets the standard for Washington Pinot Gris.",,12,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2009 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2009,Willow Crest ,Red,US,"A selection of estate, Tualatin and Elton vineyard fruit, this carries the style of those wines to a more refined, high-toned level. The fruit is a bit more complex, and highlighted with baking spice, incense and toasted nuts. Just under 14% alcohol, it retains the essential character of the elegant Pinot Noir grape, but pushes it to a point where some heat comes into the finish.",Signature Cuvée,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Signature Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-signature-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13.5,Red,South Africa,"You should know what you're getting yourself into here, as the name definitely doesn't lie. So minty and herbaceous it's almost hard to believe, and it all mingles with notes of crushed violets and black currant leaf as well as a solid fruit core of cassis and black plum skins. It's firm and tight in the mouth but approachable after a little breathing time.",The Mint,45,90,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2007 The Mint Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2007-mint-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Thelema ,White,US,"It's difficult to understand why Pinot Blanc has not become more of a cult wine in Oregon. Producers such as Ponzi make it in a style that is bright, bursting with citrus and apple fruit flavors, and elevated with a rose garden's worth of floral highlights. This wine would be a perfect start to a holiday meal.",,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2009 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2009-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Ponzi 13,Red,New Zealand,"Martinborough's trademark savoriness comes through in this wine as hints of soy and mushroom, layered over cherry fruit and chocolaty oak. This medium-bodied Pinot Noir is a bit tight and crisp right now, but it should be fully open and ready for business by mid-2011 and drink well for another 5–6 years after that.",Runholder,30,90,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2007 Runholder Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2007-runholder-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Te Kairanga 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A darkly tannic wine, very mineral, tasting of the granite Dão soil. The wine is taut, fresh with black currants, its structure a major element. For aging 3–4 years.",Serrado Colheita,7,90,Dão,,,Quinta do Serrado 2007 Serrado Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-serrado-2007-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Serrado 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is a delicious, brut-style wine, based on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. It's very rich in strawberry, raspberry and lime flavors, with vanilla and toast complexities, and the finish is honey-sweet and spicy. Great price for a bubbly this elegant.",Cuvée M,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Cuvée M Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-cuvee-m-sparkling-napa-valley-122569/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 15,Red,Spain,"Rooty, warm and leathery at first, and then it really rounds into form. This Garnacha-led multigrape blend is a pretty, earthy, stylish wine that's at peak maturity. It brings baked, rich black cherry, cola and toffee flavors and then a finish of coffee and toast. A bit syrupy but still excellent and ready now.",Selecció Vinyes Velles,23,90,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Martí Fabra 2005 Selecció Vinyes Velles Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marti-fabra-2005-seleccio-vinyes-velles-red-emporda/,Red Blend,2005,Martí Fabra 14.1,Red,US,"If more Syrah tasted like this, more people would drink it. Beautifully ripe and soft, pure and rich in cherry and raspberry liqueur, smoke and pepper flavors. Ready now.",Colson Canyon Vineyard,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2007 Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2007-colson-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Margerum 13.5,White,US,"Just the kind of Sauvignon Blanc the valley produces so well. It's flavorful in citrus fruits, peaches, golden mangoes and honey, yet balanced with racy acidity. The dry, crisp finish makes it an ideal cocktail sipper.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Longboard ,Dessert,US,"A fortified red wine blend of Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot, the alcohol is a Port-like 19.2%. This is dark and substantial, with allspice, clove and cinnamon infusing fig- and plum-flavored fruit. The residual sugar is 6% but the sweetness is not at all overpowering, thanks to the excellent spirit (no burn) and the dense tannins. Try it with figs stuffed with bleu cheese and walnuts.",Mundo Novo,38,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Madrone Mountain 2005 Mundo Novo Red (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrone-mountain-2005-mundo-novo-red-other/,Red Blend,2005,Madrone Mountain 14,Red,US,"Too young now, a tight wine whose oak, acidity, alcohol and fruit are all over the place. The cherry, currant, cola, beef jerky and Asian spice flavors are quite intricate and delicious. There's a dry, elegant wine in here that's just waiting to bust out and come together after 4–5 years in a good cellar.",Fe Ciega Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ojai 2007 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2007-fe-ciega-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ojai 14.5,Red,US,"This Syrah is marked by rich, extracted flavors. It's strong in blackberries, cherries and raspberries, coated with lots of smoky, caramelized oak. The deliciousness factor is very high. Drink now for decadent youthfulness.",Susan's Hill Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2008 Susan's Hill Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-susans-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2008,Novy 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Inky dark in appearance and concentration, this muscular Recioto della Valpolicella Classico wraps your tongue tight with its blockbuster power and persistency. Aromas include blackberry jelly, chocolate, cola and exotic spice. It finishes with smooth firmness and loads of personality.",500ml,37,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2006 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2006-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Nicolis 13,White,Spain,"Pure and forward, with minerally aromas of citrus, grapefruit and wet stone. For basic Verdejo, this is head and shoulders above most; it bursts with fresh orange, grapefruit, green apple and peach, and the finish is pure and long. So tasty and super easy to like; a highly recommended go-to value white.",,15,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Naia 14,Red,Italy,"Duemani is known for its high quality organic and biodynamic wines from Tuscany. This hearty expression of Cab Franc shows wonderful intensity with dark aromas of blackberry, black cherry, crushed pepper and polished river stone. The wine is firm and and focused with finely textured tannins.",,90,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2005 Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2005-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Duemani 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A lovely Blanc de Blancs, bright and satisfying in lime, vanilla and toast flavors, with the yeasty complexity of a fine sparkling wine. Gains extra points for the smooth quality of the bubbles.",Blanc de Blancs,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2005 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2005-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Gloria Ferrer 14.7,Red,US,"A fine Zinfandel, ripe and balanced. The wine shows concentrated wild berry, licorice, fruit liqueur, jam, bacon and spice flavors. Yet the richness is balanced with fine acidity and soft but intricate tannins, and the finish is dry. Drink now–2013 for freshness.",Old Vine,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Girard 14.9,Red,US,"Lots of rich, ripe fruit in this Cabernet, which comes from the Happy Canyon area of the warmer eastern part of the valley. It shows deliciously forward blackberry, blueberry and cherry flavors, with a sweet overlay of toasty oak and rich, firm tannins. Dry and lovely, it's fine to drink now.",Vogelzang Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 7200 2007 Vogelzang Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-7200-2007-vogelzang-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,7200,Foxen 7200 ,Red,France,"A textured, structured wine, solid and packed with tannins. It is full of concentrated black currant and prune flavors, layered with dark coffee. It is worth aging for at least 1–2 years.",Domaine de Montchavy,,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine de Montchavy (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-de-montchavy-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Firm and structured, this is serious Beaujolais. The ripe cherry and plum flavors are surrounded by dry, dark tannins that promise some aging. Hints of smoky minerality go well with the final juicy acidity.",Domaine de la Seigneurie,,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine de la Seigneurie (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-seigneurie-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 12,Sparkling,Australia,"A lovely, refined sparkler from Tasmania (hence the 42 Degrees South name), this blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir is toasty and leesy, marked by savory mushroom and bright citrus notes and a long finish. Light and frothy in feel, it would make a fine apéritif.",42°S Premier Cuvee,20,90,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Frogmore Creek NV 42°S Premier Cuvee (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogmore-creek-nv-42-s-premier-cuvee-sparkling-tasmania/,Champagne Blend,,Frogmore Creek 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This richly extracted dessert wine boasts a dark, inky appearance and aromas of exotic spice, nutmeg, cinnamon, dark chocolate, carob, roasted chestnut and mature blackberries. It is smooth, well textured and exceedingly rich on the close with loads of power, personality and persistency.",500 ml,,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Lenguin 2006 500 ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-lenguin-2006-500-ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Corte Lenguin 14.1,White,US,"Shows a marked improvement over the winery's previous Chards, offering real richness of flavor and good structure. With oak-inspired apricot, pear and citrus flavors, it's an upscale wine to drink now.",Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Corley 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2008,Corley 14.2,Red,US,"Right now this is a big, tough Cabernet. It's very dry and oaky, and the black and red cherry flavors have a jammy edge. Despite the apparent simplicity, you find yourself returning to it, a good sign that suggests complex ageability. Give it 4–6 years in a cool cellar.",Yewell Vineyard,65,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Corley 2007 Yewell Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2007-yewell-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Corley 13.5,Red,France,"Owned by the Devillard family, Château de Chamirey produces firmly textured wines. This Mercurey is on the dry side, while not losing sight of fresh red-berry fruits and bright acidity.",Les Ruelles Premier Cru,57,90,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château de Chamirey 2008 Les Ruelles Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chamirey-2008-ruelles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Château de Chamirey 17,Port/Sherry,France,"Here's a curiosity, a fortified Tannat, made in the style of a Port. The acidity and tannins make a definite connection with the grape, while the mineral edge is close to the terroir. It has sweet blackberry juice flavors followed with richness.",Maydie Tannat Vintage,30,90,France Other,Vin de Liqueur,,Château d'Aydie 2007 Maydie Tannat Vintage Tannat (Vin de Liqueur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2007-maydie-tannat-vintage-other-red-tannat-vin-liqueur/,Tannat,2007,Château d'Aydie 14,Dessert,Italy,"Rallo's luscious Passito di Pantelleria opens with intense and jammy aromas of dried apricot, prune, raisin, honey and vanilla bean. You can really taste those sun-dried grapes; the wine could easily be consumed after dinner in place of dessert.",500ml,31,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Cantine Rallo 2006 500ml (Passito di Pantelleria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-rallo-2006-500ml-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2006,Cantine Rallo 13,Red,Portugal,"Powerful, concentrated wine, whose tannins fold well around the berry fruits, acidity and sweet plum juice flavors. It is solid and chunky, full of ripe flavors and bold acidity. Worth aging for 1–2 years.",Grand'Arte,13,90,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Grand'Arte Alfrocheiro (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-grandarte-portuguese-red-alfrocheiro-lisboa/,Alfrocheiro,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are blended beautifully to produce a wine that shows bright fruit flavors, integrated acidity, fine tannins and a soft cherry finale. It's almost as if you can taste the basic component of each variety used in this super Tuscan expression.",Tricorno,45,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Poppiano 2006 Tricorno Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2006-tricorno-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello di Poppiano 14.5,Red,Australia,"In 2009 this single vineyard offering includes 11% Sémillon. It has wonderful texture, and a mix of light herbal flavors that run through a gamut from celery to lemongrass and up into tart citrus fruit. The acidity is generous but not searing; it penetrates but never overpowers. A quintessential food wine.",Noble Baron,50,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Château Tanunda 2007 Noble Baron Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanunda-2007-noble-baron-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Château Tanunda 12.5,Red,France,"A dense and complex wine, packed with ripe fruit while preserving an elegant demeanor. The tannins are dry, while the sweet fruit is developing well. Balanced, just waiting a year or so to show its best.",Cuvée Prestige,27,90,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Suau 2005 Cuvée Prestige (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2005-cuvee-prestige-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Suau 13.8,White,US,"Young, tart and vividly bright, this spicy wine brings Asian pear and cool citrus flavors to the forefront. It holds well through a lingering finish, with a crisp, piercing, phenolic grip reminiscent of grapefruit rind.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2009 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Adelsheim ,Red,US,"One of the most distinctive among Adelsheim's single-vineyard Pinot Noirs, the Calkins Lane bottling does not shy away from earthy, herbal flavors, including forest floor, truffle and wet leaf. But there's plenty of fruit, a mix of ripe red apple, pomegranate, wild cherry and plum.",Calkins Lane Vineyard,68,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2008 Calkins Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-calkins-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelsheim 14.5,White,Portugal,"The Bacalhôa quinta is more famed for its Cabernet-based red. Here Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc continue the Bordeaux connection. A superrich wine, although the creamy, full texture is beautifully balanced with a good layer of citrus. Full-bodied, stylish.",Quinta da Bacalhôa Branco,24,90,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Quinta da Bacalhôa Branco White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-quinta-branco-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Ata Rangi isn't known for its Sauvignon Blanc—the Pinot Noir is what everyone clamors for—but perhaps it should be. This is an excellent effort, balancing pineapple and citrus fruit with a hint of grassiness. Despite being well over a year old, it remains fresh, lively and crisp, with a long, mouthwatering finish.",,18,90,Martinborough,,,Ata Rangi 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ata-rangi-2009-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ata Rangi 14.6,Red,US,"Ripe, forward blackberry, cherry, currant and licorice flavors mark this Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend. It's dry, and the tannins are ultrarefined. But there's an astringent feeling that shuts down the palate's appreciation of how good it is. This is a wine you want to cellar for 4–6 years.",Tribute,80,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Benziger 2007 Tribute Red (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2007-tribute-red-sonoma-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Benziger 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"This vintage of Il Musico presents united aromas of pine, almond, maple syrup, candied fruit and orange zest. It's a different, distinctive dessert wine that does not resemble most other Passitos because of the inherent spice and zestiness of its flavors.",Il Musico 500ml,26,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2009 Il Musico 500ml Moscato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2009-il-musico-500ml-muscat-moscato-sicilia/,Moscato,2009,Benanti 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made from the same blend of grapes in Amarone, this dessert Recioto is a dark and thickly extracted wine that tastes much sweeter than it smells. In fact, the bouquet is redolent of hearty dry wine aromas such as black fruit and Indian spice. Residual sugar and refined tannins make for a powerful combination in the mouth.",500ml,40,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2006 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2006-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Begali 13,Red,Italy,"This new, well priced wine represents a partnership between the Franceschi family in Montalcino, Tuscany and Terlato in Napa. The rich blend sees Sangiovese paired with Merlot and the wine offers very nice density and purity of fruit, spice and floral aromas.",Mazzoni,20,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Poggione 2006 Mazzoni Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2006-mazzoni-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Il Poggione 13.5,Red,Italy,"Montepaone is a classic expression of Cabernet that shows enormous focus on elegance and harmony despite the hot vintage. The wine feels streamlined and tight on the palate, but the intensity of its fruit and spice aromas comes forward slowly and consistency on the bouquet.",Montepaone,75,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 2003 Montepaone Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacopo-biondi-santi-2003-montepaone-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 13.5,White,US,"Surprisingly rich and complex for the price. Shows pineapple, pear and oaky vanilla flavors that are deep and long, and balanced with crisp acidity. Very drinkable, and a great value.",,13,90,California,California Other,California,Greystone Cellars 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greystone-cellars-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Greystone Cellars 13,Red,France,"Finely perfumed, a wine that has some elegant structure, sweet red-berry fruits and a light acidity. The texture is gentle, soft and rounded, ready to drink now.",Premier Cru,85,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"Fine structure, sharp acids and well-defined tannins provide the framework for this single- vineyard wine. The fruit is tart and carries a citrus component, along with wild berries. In the mouth it brings in suggestions of bacon fat and thyme, with the fruit continuing into a clean, precise, tightly wound finish.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,60,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2008 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2008-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lange 13,Red,Portugal,"Classic tannic Dão Touriga Nacional, packed with minerality, dark and dry tannins, firm and with a good juicy final character. Part of a range of wines from across the country under the name Azul Portugal.",Azul Portugal,10,90,Dão,,,Wines & Winemakers 2008 Azul Portugal Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2008-azul-portugal-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"The structure is the thing here, a square, firmly tannic wine. The dry core of this impressive wine spreads out to the dark plum skin and loganberry flavors, solid and finely angled.",Colheita,19,90,Dão,,,Vinha Paz 2008 Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinha-paz-2008-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Vinha Paz 14.5,White,US,"This is a flashy Chardonnay, marked by scads of oak that contributes buttered toast and vanilla cream. You find rich fruit flavors of pineapples and golden mangoes, but they struggle to overcome the barrel influence. Still, there's no denying the opulence. Drink now.",,39,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Vine Cliff 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Vine Cliff 13,Red,France,"Since the futures tasting in 2009, the wood element has been tamed. It is still an important factor, but the fruit has blossomed, showing a solid core of tannins, surrounded by dark plum and red fruit flavors. It will need many years, but everything is here now.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lilian Ladouys 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lilian-ladouys-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lilian Ladouys 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The Cartizze cru is known as the best area for growing quality grapes for Prosecco. This precious expression shows drying mineral tones backed by sweet fruit, melon and peach. The soft, creamy quality if the perlage is also noteworthy.",Cartizze Dry,,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Bortolotti NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Bortolotti 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is a robust and firmly structured Syrah with medium-coarse tannins and medium-full weight. Meaty and dark with notes of licorice, black currant, sweet spice and a touch of cocoa on the finish. Though it's intense, it still feels like it's holding back a little bit; try after 2012 for a more forward presentation.",,47,90,Coastal Region,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2007 Syrah (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coastal-region/,Syrah,2007,Boekenhoutskloof 13,Red,France,"Big and dense, now developing well, the wine shows richness and complex fruit flavors as well as spice and dusty tannins. Licorice and dark chocolate go with damson plum flavors, never losing sight of the final juicy acidity.",,35,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2006 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2006-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 13.5,White,France,"Wonderful herbaceous aromas shout Sauvignon Blanc. There is also a tropical element in the ripe fruit of this fine, cleanly fresh wine. It has good density, a layer of minerality and a shot of bright final acidity.",,40,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Château de Tracy 2008 Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tracy-2008-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Château de Tracy ,Dessert,France,"An aromatic wine, its sweet texture pushed through with ripe apricot jelly, a liquor-like botrytis texture and intense, perfumed acidity throughout. There is a long, lingering ripe aftertaste.",Séduction,,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château de Jurque 2008 Séduction (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2008-seduction-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2008,Château de Jurque 13,Red,France,"Although there is an obvious wood element, it doesn't intrude too much into the fine and concentrated fruit of this spicy, juicy wine, the top cuvée from Cénac. There is an attractive smoky character alongside dry and dusty tannins, although the wine reveals a richer character as it opens up.",Eulalie,40,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Cénac 2008 Eulalie Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2008-eulalie-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château de Cénac 13,Red,France,"With hints of mint, and a firm structure from wood as well as tannins, this is a flattering wine. The tannins are rich, layered within the jammy black berry fruits. This is a wine for aging, but is deceptively attractive now.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cambon la Pelouse 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cambon-pelouse-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cambon la Pelouse 13.8,Red,US,"Made in a lighter style, this wine is nonetheless rich and complex in flavor, proving that Pinot Noir doesn't have to be heavy to be really good. It's dry and spicy, with raspberry, cherry, red licorice and Dr. Pepper flavors. Drink now.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Paradise Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"A Châteauneuf-du-Pape-style Rhône blend that really nails it for satisfaction. Rich and fruity, spicy, yet with great structure. Defines the vintner's art of blending, comprised of five varieties sourced from a dozen vineyards. Fun and serious at the same time.",M5,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2007 M5 Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2007-m5-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Margerum 14.3,Red,US,"This is a great value in a Petite Sirah that shows how well the variety performs in a great vintage in a warmer climate. With 20% Syrah, which seems to add richness and nobility, the wine is bone dry and elegant in mouthfeel, with complex blackberry, black currant, grilled beef, black pepper and cedar flavors. Drink now.",Family Vineyards,15,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Family Vineyards Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-family-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Pedroncelli 18.5,Dessert,US,"The blend is an authentic Port combination of Tinta Madera, Tinta Cão and other local varieties. The Cão alcohol is high but the acidity is rich, just what you want in a wine this sweet. Shows beautiful blackberry and cherry jam, chocolate and brown sugar flavors, with a hint of smoky oak. Drink now.",Four Grapes Vintage,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2005 Four Grapes Vintage Port (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2005-four-grapes-vintage-port-blend-port-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Port,2005,Pedroncelli 13.5,Red,France,"A wine created to celebrate 100 years of Madiran as a designated region, this is a solid, chunky, proper expression of Tannat. The tannins mold easily into the rich black berry fruits, a wine piled high with complex flavors.",Cuvée 1907,16,90,Southwest France,Madiran,,Producteurs Plaimont 2007 Cuvée 1907 Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2007-cuvee-1907-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2007,Producteurs Plaimont 16,Dessert,Italy,"This 60-40 blend of Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia Bianca offers a traditional interpretation with thick sweetness and aromas of roasted chestnut, caramel and honey.",Caratello,,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti,,Pietro Beconcini 1999 Caratello (Vin Santo del Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-beconcini-1999-caratello-white-vin-santo-chianti/,White Blend,1999,Pietro Beconcini 14.3,Red,US,"This is a fancy Syrah, the result of a small crop in this cool vintage. The flavors are concentrated in blackberries, black currants and purple plums, with cured meat and black pepper complexities. Oak adds a lush layer of smoke, vanilla and wood tannins. Complex and delicious now and through 2013.",Double L,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2007 Double L Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2007-double-l-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2007,Morgan 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A wine only made in the best years, this is rich, softly textured, opulent and ripe wine. It is a powerful statement of sweet plums, arabica coffee, dark tannins, immense rich concentration.",Escultor,89,90,Alentejano,,,Monte do Pintor 2007 Escultor Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-pintor-2007-escultor-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Monte do Pintor ,Red,US,"This is pure Petit Verdot, substantial and muscular. Scents of violets and purple fruits bring extra nuances of mushroom and moist earth. There is a hint of animal, and a tight core of purple fruits. Tannins are supple and well-managed.",,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Petit Verdot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Petit Verdot,2008,Olsen Estates ,White,US,"Amity's dry Gewürztraminer is one of Oregon's finest, and a major strength of the winery. In this new vintage it shows broad and rich flavors, that run the spectrum from floral and spicy to sweetly honeyed. It's dry, make no mistake, but carries an impression of fruit sweetness. The deepening gold color suggests some early oxidation, and the caramel and toasted grain flavors are already at their peak.",Sunnyside Vineyard Dry,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Sunnyside Vineyard Dry Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-sunnyside-vineyard-dry-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Amity Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"Foglio 38 (a pure expression of Cabernet Franc) offers loads of black fruit intensity and lingering spice. There are green characteristics here of caper, herbs and black olive as well as fruity tones of blackberry and plum. In the mouth, the wine shows firm, gripping tannins that will soften with a few more years in the bottle.",Foglio 38,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fornacelle 2007 Foglio 38 Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacelle-2007-foglio-38-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Fornacelle 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are the base of this well concentrated and ripe super Tuscan blend. Aromas of cherry, raspberry, blueberry and hints of clove, smoke and cured meat make for a beautiful bouquet. The mouthfeel is equally smooth and complex.",Palpito,14,90,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,La Colombina 2006 Palpito Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombina-2006-palpito-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2006,La Colombina 13.5,Rose,US,"A very pretty rosé, one of the most attractive on the market. Made from Pinot Noir, it's light and delicate, with polished raspberry, tangerine zest, rose petal, vanilla, gingersnap cookie and cinnamon spice flavors.",Barn Owl Blush Pink Wine,18,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Kynsi 2009 Barn Owl Blush Pink Wine Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2009-barn-owl-blush-pink-wine-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2009,Kynsi 14.7,Red,US,"This weirdly named wine is a blend of 95% Cabernet Franc and 5% Merlot. It's a bit soft and melted in texture, like liquid licorice, with flavors of cherries, red currants, mocha, anise and smoky oak, and the finish is dry. Notable for the elegance and purity of its tannin structure.",Will Jarvis' Science Project,105,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2008 Will Jarvis' Science Project Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2008-will-science-project-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Jarvis 13.5,Red,US,"Tightly wound, with big, edgy tannins that accentuate the acidity. Underneath you'll find dry, elegant flavors of tart cherries, red currants and violets. A polished, pretty wine that could pick up some nuances over the next 2–3 years.",Jack London Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2007 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2007,Kenwood 13.5,Red,Portugal,"On the Atlantic coast, south of Lisbon, the Herdade da Comporta style is rich, soft wines, generous in their warm tannins. The 2007 shows ripe fruit, figs, chocolate and plum flavors and dense texture.",,16,90,Península de Setúbal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2007 Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2007-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade da Comporta 14.3,Red,US,"Made from the winery's little vineyard on Atlas Peak, this 100% Cabernet needs time to come around. It doesn't show the voluptuous approachability of the 2005 or the 2007, which will be released next year. It's fairly acidic and tannic. But there's a luscious core of blackberries and black currants. Try after 2012; it might be a very long-lived wine.",,195,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M by Michael Mondavi 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-by-michael-mondavi-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,M by Michael Mondavi ,Red,France,"There is a voluptuous edge to this generous wine. It has rich flavors, some strawberry and plum juice. The final extreme freshness shows through the layer of firm tannins. For aging over 4–5 years.",Les Damodes Premier Cru,95,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Louis Latour 2008 Les Damodes Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-damodes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour ,Red,France,"A solid, dense wine, packed with tannins and with a dry core. The soft fruit has flavors of strawberry, hinting at richness to come. At this early stage, tannins and acidity are still forming. Hold for five years.",Les Beaumonts Premier Cru,140,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Louis Latour 2008 Les Beaumonts Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-beaumonts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour ,Red,Italy,"Le Macchiole's Bolgheri Rosso blend (Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese) delivers an honest, but rich bouquet of black fruit, coffee, spice and chocolate shadings. The oak used here is two and three years old but has shaped a soft, velvety mouthfeel nonetheless.",,30,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Le Macchiole 2008 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2008-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Le Macchiole 14.1,Red,Chile,"Opens with heavy aromas of raisin, prune, leather and chocolate. The palate is just racy enough, with depth, big tannins and structure. Tastes grapy and big, with blackberry fruit and a chocolaty aftertaste. Toasty and a little gritty and tannic on the finish, and ultimately it's a little sweet but still impressive for Chilean Syrah.",Cuvée Alexandre Las Kuras Vineyard,24,90,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lapostolle 2007 Cuvée Alexandre Las Kuras Vineyard Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2007-cuvee-alexandre-las-kuras-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2007,Lapostolle ,White,US,"The latest version of this popular blend drops the Chardonnay and adds 11% Grüner Veltliner to the Roussanne-Viognier blend. It seems to elevate the aromatics, pushing lush scents of lemon drop, pineapple, and candied orange peel forward. Those perfectly rendered citrus peel flavors put a frame around the tart fruit, and there is a hint of white pepper in the spicy finish.",Subduction White,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2009 Subduction White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-subduction-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2009,Syncline 11,White,Portugal,"The Loureiro is the grape of the Lima Valley subregion in Vinho Verde. The texture of the wine is rounded and creamy, although the crisp green fruits give a great bright lift to this delicious, fresh wine.",,15,90,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta do Ameal 2009 Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ameal-2009-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2009,Quinta do Ameal 13.5,Red,Portugal,"There is dense chocolate and sweet berry flavors in this still young wine, its complex density still working its way through the solid fruit flavors and richness. It is powerful, yet still elegant.",Reserva,44,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Sant'Ana 2006 Reserva Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santana-2006-reserva-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2006,Quinta de Sant'Ana 15.9,Red,US,"This is a top-tier Washington Sangiovese, the tannins thick and textural, the strawberry fruit threaded with tobacco, the acids juicy and fresh. While you might wish for an alcohol reading a bit lower than the 15.9% that is listed, honesty is its own reward, and clearly this was not watered back. Sip gently, and enjoy.",Bonatello Riserva,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tre Nova 2007 Bonatello Riserva Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-nova-2007-bonatello-riserva-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,Tre Nova 14,Red,Argentina,"Round, thick and pulsing, but not too hard, angular or tannic. The nose brings richness, smoke and black fruits, while the palate is juicy, focused and forward, with black-fruit flavor galore and a slight creamy character. Drying and toasty on the finish, with snappy acidity through the final drop.",Broquel,17,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Broquel Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-broquel-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Trapiche 12.5,White,Spain,"White pear, melon and almond skin aromas are good and correct, while the peachy palate has roundness and interesting flavors of orange, lime and nectarine. Crisp, precise and well-glued together, with harmony throughout. A textbook food-friendly white that's more interesting than other Rías Baixas wines due to the addition of Loureira and Caiño Blanco to traditional Albariño.",O Rosal,24,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2009 O Rosal White (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2009-o-rosal-white-rias-baixas/,White Blend,2009,Terras Gauda 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This wine does a nice job balancing its tropical fruit aromas and flavors with leafy, green notes. Ripe nectarine and grapefruit lie at the core, while herbal flourishes garnish the nose and finish.",,15,90,Marlborough,,,Saveé Sea 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savee-sea-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saveé Sea 13.9,White,US,"This lovely Sauvignon Blanc was cold fermented, then aged on the lees in neutral oak barrels. That was the perfect way to treat the grapes, which were grown in St. Helena. The wine shows rich flavors of limes, green melons and lemongrass, with a softly creamy texture and a long, spicy, honey-rich finish.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cornerstone 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornerstone-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cornerstone 13.8,Red,US,"You need to give this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon time in the cellar. It's nowhere near ready, even if you're used to tannins in your reds. It's hard as nails in astringency. This 2006 vintage doesn't have quite the concentration of the ‘05, but there are some lovely black cherry and black currant flavors, and they should begin to blossom in 4 or 5 years.",Kronos Vineyard,98,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Corison 2006 Kronos Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2006-kronos-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Corison 13.5,Red,US,"While the winery's Pinot Noirs from this vineyard have shown tight acidity and hardness, they've shown great promise. So it is with this '08. It's bright in acidity, with tantalizing raspberry, sour cherry candy and cola flavors, while new French oak adds a needed touch of sweet vanilla and smoke.",Devil's Gulch Vineyard,58,90,California,North Coast,Marin County,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Devil's Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-devils-gulch-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutton-Goldfield 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Almost black in color, this is a concentrated powerhouse of black plum, damsons and dark berry fruits. It is explosively rich and densely structured, with intense juicy fruit.",Grand'Arte,13,90,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Grand'Arte Alicante Bouschet (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-grandarte-other-red-alicante-bouschet-lisboa/,Alicante Bouschet,2008,DFJ Vinhos ,Red,France,"There is great structure here, with dusty tannins percolating through the rich wine. It has power, concentration and density, with cocoa and cherry flavors well integrated. Think about aging for 1–2 years.",Sélection,,90,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Dominated by its dry tannins, this is a tight black currant and dark plum skin-flavored wine, surrounded by a firm core of tannins, a firm and dark-hued wine.",Clos des Garands,,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Clos des Garands (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-clos-garands-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Tannic and mineral, this is intensely structured. With its firm tannins and dark plum flavors, it is on the dry side, needing 2–3 years to show its best. This is Beaujolais for aging.",Belles Grives,,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Belles Grives (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-belles-grives-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This is a less formal Vin Santo. The wine is creamy and thick, with sweet syrupy notes of chestnut, honey, maple, candied fruit and dried apricot.",500ml,,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti,,Fattoria di Casalbosco 2006 500ml (Vin Santo del Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-casalbosco-2006-500ml-white-vin-santo-chianti/,White Blend,2006,Fattoria di Casalbosco 13.8,Red,US,"Shows the purity and transparency associated with this fine vineyard, as well as crisp coastal acidity and finely etched tannins. Doesn't possess the depth or concentration of previous vintages, especially 2007, with somewhat curtailed blackberry fruit and a short finish. But then, it was a difficult vintage. Very classy wine to drink now.",Estate Vineyard,56,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2008 Estate Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Failla ,Red,France,"Big, structured and solid, with powerful dense fruit, this is packed with plum juice flavors. The wine feels chunky, while the acidity keeps everything in proportion.",,,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14,Red,Argentina,"Heavy and dark, with licorice, fruit syrup and blackberry pie aromas. The palate is lush, deep and chugging along at max ripeness, while the flavor profile pushes blackberry and prune flavors. Roasted and coffee-laden on the finish, with a ripe, ready personality. Drink now.",Gran Guarda,50,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Serrera 2006 Gran Guarda Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serrera-2006-gran-guarda-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Serrera 14.4,Red,US,"A terrific Merlot, especially at this price. Impresses for its soft lushness and intricate flavors of berries, currants, cola, anise, pepper and sandalwood. A real bargain. Production was 2,500 cases. Drink soon.",Bench Vineyards,14,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2008 Bench Vineyards Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2008-bench-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2008,Pedroncelli 14,White,Spain,"Clean, minerally, slightly green in aromatics and oh so approachable and nice. For an under-$15 white, this Godello from Monterrei excels with layered flavors of apple, minerals and natural spice. The finish is long and hints at fresh herbs like thyme and tarragon. Potentially superb with garlic shrimp or calamari over fresh greens.",Pazo de Monterrey,14,90,Galicia,Monterrei,,Pazos del Rey 2009 Pazo de Monterrey Godello (Monterrei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazos-rey-2009-pazo-monterrey-spanish-white-godello-monterrei/,Godello,2009,Pazos del Rey ,Red,US,"Columbia Crest makes a limited number of single vineyard reserves. This Zinfandel comes from what is emerging as the best site for that grape in Washington. Bright, tart, and full of sappy raspberry and red fruits, this young, ageworthy Zin has great penetration and punch. In style, it is closest to classic Dry Creek Zins from such producers as A. Rafanelli and Doug Nalle. Though labeled simply Columbia Valley, it's actually the Wahluke Slope AVA.",Stone Tree Vineyard Reserve,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2007 Stone Tree Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-stone-tree-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2007,Columbia Crest 13,Red,France,"Deep colored, wood aged Malbec that gives powerful and dense tannins and concentrated black berry and plum flavors. The wine is deeply mineral, edging on austere, but still packed with richness for the future. Keep 3–4 years.",K Lys,32,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2006 K Lys Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2006-k-lys-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Clos Troteligotte 14,White,Italy,"This is an impressive, oak-aged expression of Vermentino in a world that usually sees this variety fermented in a simple, fresh manner. This wine has a bigger ideal in mind: To be an important Italian white and it achieves its objective beautifully. Pair it with lobster or white meat.",Papeo,30,90,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Terre del Marchesato 2007 Papeo Vermentino (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2007-papeo-italian-white-vermentino-tuscany/,Vermentino,2007,Terre del Marchesato 12.5,White,US,"Far and away the best yet from this five-year-old site, Syncline's 2009 GV is a remarkable wine. While retaining clear varietal character—light pepper, green herb, and a floral/citrus palate—it brings the vivid brightness of Washington fruit into play, along with a searing acidity and surprising body. All this and low (12.5%) alcohol.",Underwood Mountain Vineyard,20,90,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Syncline 2009 Underwood Mountain Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-underwood-mountain-vineyard-gruner-veltliner-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Syncline 12.5,White,Austria,"An edgy, perfumed wine, textured and steely, with white fruit flavors cutting through the acidity and the taut apple skin core. It is a beautiful wine that also has a complex core of flavors. Age for 3–4 years or more.",Göttweiger Berg,,90,Kremstal,,,Stift Göttweig 2009 Göttweiger Berg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-gottweig-2009-gottweiger-berg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Stift Göttweig 14.8,Red,US,"This is a lushly attractive wine for drinking now. It has pretty flavors of tart red cherries, accented with smoky oak, and brightened with crisp acidity. The dryness and smooth tannins add to this polished Cabernet Franc.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 2008 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stepping-stone-by-cornerstone-2008-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 13.5,Red,France,"From selected parcels of Château Bélingard, this is a great success for the cool 2007 vintage. There is black berry richness to balance the severe tannins, while the element of freshness is well integrated into the final stalky acidity. Age for 3–4 years.",Ortus,18,90,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Bélingard 2007 Ortus Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2007-ortus-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Bélingard ,Red,France,"There is an edge of bitter cherry here, the fruit with some ripeness and also a firmer mineral character. The tannins dominate, indicating good aging potential.",Les Vergelesses Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Les Vergelesses Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-vergelesses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14,Red,Argentina,"A mellow, pure Malbec, with soft, subtle aromas of graham cracker, licorice, blueberry and chocolate. The palate has a welcome freshness that melds acidity and ripe fruit into a correct whole, and the flavors of blackberry, spice, coffee and chocolate work great together. Just right for the money, with blackness, richness and balance. contains 90% Malbec with 9% Merlot and a drop of Petit Verdot.",A Lisa,23,90,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2009 A Lisa Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2009-a-lisa-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Lemon rind and prune are the primary aromas, but there's also a hint of green bean in here. The palate is dark and concentrated but not exactly high voltage in terms of power. Flavors of raisin, cassis, fig and chocolate are rich and ripe, while the finish runs dark. Almost overripe but seemingly more jammy than overdone. Drink now through 2012.",Catena Alta,55,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2006-alta-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bodega Catena Zapata 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a Tuscan expression of Cabernet Franc that offers warm, dark concentration and bold aromas of black berry fruit and spice. There's also a nice mineral component here that lends structure and a sensation of dryness.",,40,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Vignamaggio 2006 Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignamaggio-2006-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Vignamaggio 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opulent and reasonably priced blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc is enhanced by a soft Merlot component. A sweet, rich wine with pretty aromatic highlights of mature fruit and spice.",Villa Donoratico,25,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2007 Villa Donoratico (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2007-villa-donoratico-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta Argentiera 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made with a blend of diverse aromatic grapes from Sicily and beyond, this golden Passito is redolent of candied orange, dried apricot, honey, almond marzipan and loads of sweet, raw honey. The wine is dense and creamy and extremely sweet tasting on the finish.",Diamante 500ml,30,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2007 Diamante 500ml White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2007-diamante-500ml-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2007,Tasca d'Almerita 14.9,Red,US,"From Dry Creek Valley, this Zin shows a classic regional profile. It's dry, tannic and full-bodied, with rich flavors of wild berries, currants, briary nettles, licorice and black and white pepper. The balance is fine and elegant, and the wine never loses Zin's lusty character. Ready now.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Del Fava Family 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fava-family-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Del Fava Family ,Red,US,"This 100% Grenache is young and grapy, flavorful and forward. This has more muscle and depth than might be expected from such young vines. There is a strong streak of grapefruit/ pineapple citrus that elevates and adds some nervous energy to the finish.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Darby 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2008,Darby 13.8,Red,Argentina,"A touch raisiny but lusty and rich, with licorice, mint, black plum and fruitcake aromas. The palate is mouthfilling despite rather pointed acidity, and thus the flavors of juicy blackberry, cherry, pepper and coffee are accurate and appropriate. Long, toasty and yet again slightly raisiny on the finish. Drink now; 300 cases made.",Gran Reserva,45,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cinco Sentidos 2005 Gran Reserva Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinco-sentidos-2005-gran-reserva-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2005,Cinco Sentidos ,White,US,"This succulent effort proves once again that a hot site can make excellent Riesling in Washington state. The Cold Creek signature minerality provides the base, and the fruit, vibrant and fresh, brings juicy acidity as well. The wine sails into a creamy finish that demands a glass refill.",Cold Creek Vineyard,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Cold Creek Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-cold-creek-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,White,US,"A picture perfect Sauvignon Blanc. Really defines the variety in California, with rich, ripe tangerine, pear, green melon and vanilla spice flavors, brightened with brisk acidity. Shows a lot of complexity and class, and look at that price. Easy to find, with 15,000 cases produced.",Pinnacles Ranches,12,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 2009 Pinnacles Ranches Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2009-pinnacles-ranches-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Estancia 14.3,Red,US,"This is a soft, richly attractive red wine to drink now. It shows elaborate blackberry, cherry, currant, teriyaki beef, black pepper, anise and sandalwood flavors. An elegant mouthfeel, grows better as it breathes in the glass.",Estate Grown,38,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2008 Estate Grown Syrah (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2008-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Syrah,2008,Monticello Vineyards ,Red,US,"Nine Hats is a recently-introduced second wine from Long Shadows. Clearly this is great juice, though it is, inevitably, a bit of a mishmash blend. Tannins are a little rough, but as a $25 red this has plenty of high-priced flavor.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nine Hats 2007 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-hats-2007-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Nine Hats 13,Sparkling,Italy,"DUBL is probably the first metodo classico sparkling wine available in the U.S. that is made in Campania. That's just one reason to find this wine so exciting. Other reasons include its clean bouquet of peach, sweet berry, white cherry and almond paste.",DUBL Brut Rosato Metodo Classico,55,90,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2006 DUBL Brut Rosato Metodo Classico Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2006-dubl-brut-rosato-metodo-classico-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2006,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet for drinking now and over the next few years. It's dry and fine, with appealing blackberry, black currant, herb and cedar flavors all the way through the finish. Excellent price for a Cab of this quality. Easy to find with 36,000 cases produced.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Benziger 10,Dessert,Italy,"Il Musico is a Passito dessert wine from Sicily made with aromatic Moscato grapes that seems to have all the bright intensity of the southern Italian sun inside. The bouquet is redolent of jasmine, orange blossom, almond paste and white peach. In the mouth, the wine is smooth and soft without being heavy or fat.",Il Musico 500ml,26,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2008 Il Musico 500ml Moscato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2008-il-musico-500ml-muscat-moscato-sicilia/,Moscato,2008,Benanti 13.5,Red,France,"With its big tannins and equally intense tarry black fruit flavors, this is a bold brushstroke wine. The plum and damson fruits fold over a solid base of dark tannins, giving a rich textured, dense character. Age for 3–4 years.",Les Gravels,18,90,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2008 Les Gravels Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2008-gravels-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine Rotier 13,Red,France,"A ripe, sweet and enticing wine, with elegant structure and spice from new wood. It's the fruit that is so delicious here, the tannins subdued behind the strawberry flavors and fresh acidity.",,,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine des Perdrix 2008 Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perdrix-2008-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine des Perdrix 14,Red,Italy,"This 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot opens with a powerful blast of church incense, dried roses, spice, scented candle, blackberry and mature black cherry. The tannins are firm and textured, so give this wine another three to five years of cellar aging.",Adèo,,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo alla Sughera 2008 Adèo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alla-sughera-2008-adeo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Campo alla Sughera 15,Red,US,"The wine is dry, soft, elegant and lovely, with full-bodied black cherry, currant, red licorice and cola flavors. It certainly is one of the best Syrahs you can buy at this price.",Lot 177,15,90,California,Napa,Napa County,Cameron Hughes 2006 Lot 177 Syrah (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2006-lot-177-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-county/,Syrah,2006,Cameron Hughes 14.8,Red,US,"Despite appealing raspberry and cherry-pie filling, cola and spice notes, this Pinot is a bit hard and even green, with some tomato notes. The acidity is brisk, the tannins thick. Give it 4–6 years in the cellar, and it is likely to develop over a decade.",Selleck Vineyard,75,90,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2007 Selleck Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2007-selleck-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calera ,Red,France,"The tannins here are fine, dusty almost, giving the wine a softer core than is normal for this vineyard. Around the tannins, the jammy blackberry fruits give a sweet side to the flavors. Rich and soft.",Les Porrets Saint-Georges Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Albert Bichot 2008 Les Porrets Saint-Georges Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-porrets-saint-georges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Albert Bichot ,Red,US,"Light and aromatic, this delicate and poised wine seduces with lush aromas of cherries and baking spices. It has the elegance that only fine Pinot Noir can express. Here the subtleties have been coaxed into rich expression, with details of spice and incense and chocolate truffles adding to the lingering finish.",Bench Lands,22,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2007 Bench Lands Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2007-bench-lands-pinot-noir-umpqua-valley-123064/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brandborg 14.3,Red,US,"Give this lush, rich Syrah two or three years to soften and develop in the bottle. It's a very good wine, offering impressive blackberry, blueberry and cherry-pie filling flavors, wrapped into fine acids and tannins. But it's fresh and young and will get better. Better well into 2011.",McGinley Vineyard,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2008 McGinley Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2008-mcginley-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Andrew Murray 14.8,Red,US,"This 100% Syrah comes from a warmer part of the valley, and it's certainly ripe. Shows flashy blackberry, currant, teriyaki beef, olive tapenade, pepper, sweet caramelized oak and dusty spice flavors that are delicious and long-lasting. The tannins are soft but pronounced, suggesting the wine will develop over the next two to three years.",McGinley Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2007 McGinley Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2007-mcginley-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Andrew Murray 14,Red,Argentina,"After opening with graham cracker, plum and ripe berry, the wine settles into a thick and heavy place that's rich but bordering on cloying. This is a heavy style of Malbec that tastes of ripe black fruits and herbs. It's toasty, full, thick as can be and long on the finish. Drinkable now but could use a couple of more years for everything to mesh.",Noemía,108,90,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2008 Noemía Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2008-noemia-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia ,White,US,"Aromatic and complex, this wine, though not quite bone dry, is tart and citrusy. The mixed fruit flavors run a spectrum from grapefruit to lemon candy to nectarine, lingering gracefully into a mineral-soaked finish.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Apex 13,Red,France,A densely firm wine with fine perfumed fruit. The fruit and acidity ride well with the firm tannins and the restrained wood element. It is well balanced and likely to age for several years.,,32,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Paveil de Luze 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paveil-luze-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Paveil de Luze 13,Red,France,"Big, broad and ripe, with an opulent texture, flavors of black plums. along with soft tannins and a smooth surface. The wine is developing well, offering rich fruit that will deepen in a couple of years.",,60,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château l'Enclos 2007 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lenclos-2007-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château l'Enclos 14,Red,France,"Big and firm, the tannins dark and dominant, this is a wine in transition from fruity to mature. The structure, spice, dried fruits and chocolate is emerging at the moment. Give it 2–3 years for its impressive character to open.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Ferrand 2005 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-ferrand-2005-saint-emilion-118580/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Ferrand 12.5,White,France,"A rich white wine, its toast character submerged in a generous peach and apricot ripeness. There is an attractive lemon zest acidity to give a bright shot through all the richness. Worth aging 2–3 years.",,20,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2009 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2009-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Haut Selve 13,Sparkling,US,"Made from Pinot Noir, although the color is golden straw, and the wine is light and airy in the mouth. The raspberry and strawberry flavors are the giveaway. Absolutely delicious, with a refined mouthfeel, and the price is a bargain.",Blanc de Noirs,22,90,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-123034/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon ,Red,US,"Vista Hills is in a sweet spot in the Dundee Hills, with neighbors including DDO and Domaine Serene. This puts the fruit front and center, a panoply of berries and melon, lightly edged with toast. Warm, forward and palate-friendly, it rolls into a finish with a hint of sassafras.",Tusculum Estate,44,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2008 Tusculum Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2008-tusculum-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vista Hills 13,White,France,"With its aromas of tropical fruits, this is a rich wine. There is also a fine streak of minerality, spiked with lemon juice and textured with green plum skins. It is fresh, full and very dry.",Cuvée Florès,,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Vincent Pinard 2008 Cuvée Florès (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-pinard-2008-cuvee-flores-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Vincent Pinard 13.5,White,Austria,"From Minick Family estate vineyards, this intense and thrilling Riesling has a Germanic 8.5% alcohol and 5.5% residual sugar balance, yet with acids so vivid and juicy that its sweetness is completely counterbalanced. Loaded with spicy pear and tart tangerine fruit flavors, it's a penetrating, dense and highly refreshing wine that explores a style that is both complex and user friendly.",Kremser Wachtberg,25,90,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Kremser Wachtberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-kremser-wachtberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Winzer Krems 15.2,Red,US,"Richness alone would earn this Zinfandel a good score, but the overall balance uplifts it. It's simply delicious in wild berry, spice, mocha, salty bacon, vanilla toast and sandalwood flavors. Yet the tannins are fine, and the acidity is perfect. Even the slightly sweet finish and high alcohol work.",Sawyer Vineyard,34,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2008 Sawyer Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2008-sawyer-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wilson 12.5,White,France,"A big, fruity bold wine, packed with the ripest fruit, concentrated and complex, with room for tight acidity. It has citrus and green plum crispness, and needs time to fully integrate with the wood and ripe yellow fruits.",Pêche au Carrelet,33,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut-Peyrous 2008 Pêche au Carrelet (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-peyrous-2008-peche-au-carrelet-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Haut-Peyrous 14.5,Red,Chile,"Big, dark and brash, and very much in the modern California style, meaning it's rich, creamy, oaky and full-bodied. The nose brings toast, heat and potency, while the flavors are saturated, spicy and revolve around wild berry, tea, spice, caramel and savory warmth. Only gets better as it opens and airs; drink now through 2012.",Alazan CJ's Barrel,32,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2008 Alazan CJ's Barrel Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2008-alazan-cjs-barrel-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kingston Family 14.5,Red,Italy,"Fifty percent Cabernet Sauvignon is enhanced by Merlot and Petit Verdot to produce a dark and compelling super Tuscan blend with structure, lively fruit and long lasting flavors of cherry and exotic spice. Pair this wine with veal encrusted with finely chopped pistachio nuts.",Colpetroso,49,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Massi di Mandorlaia 2006 Colpetroso (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massi-mandorlaia-2006-colpetroso-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2006,Massi di Mandorlaia 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A step up from the 2006 vintage, rich and smooth, very perfumed. The tannins are soft, balancing well with the acidity, layer of wood spice and the ebullient red berry fruits.",Só Syrah,30,89,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 Só Syrah Syrah (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-so-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-peninsula-setubal/,Syrah,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.8,Red,US,"A lovely Barbera. Shows the full-bodied, tannic structure and tart acidity of the variety, but is so rich in flavor, you want to drink it now. Floods the mouth with blackberries, currants, dark chocolate, anise and toasted almonds.",Walker Cuvée,16,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Hovey 2008 Walker Cuvée Barbera (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2008-walker-cuvee-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,2008,Hovey 12.5,White,Austria,"A smooth wine, very focused on ripe fruit. It has apricot and pear flavors along with a lime-zest bite. This is pure Grüner, finishing both rich and crisp. Screw cap.",Reserve,,89,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2009 Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2009-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Loimer ,Red,US,"In the nose, this 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Malbec, 10% Merlot, 5% Cab Franc blend offers a plush mix of black cherry, cassis and black olive. There is a slight hint of tanned leather, but not enough to dampen the sweet fruit. Smooth and open, forward and just plain delicious.",Purple Haze Red,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Darby 2008 Purple Haze Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2008-purple-haze-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Darby ,Red,France,"Ripe and soft wine, flavored with prune and black plums and a sweet jelly flavor. The wine has open, soft tannins and some good ripeness.",Domaine Adélie Champs Martin Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Albert Bichot 2008 Domaine Adélie Champs Martin Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-domaine-adelie-champs-martin-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Albert Bichot 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a cheerful and bright super Tuscan blend that tastes soft and dense in the mouth and offers impressive intensity and elegance for this everyday, low price. The velvety finish is accented by flavors of ripe cherry and raspberry tart.",Cingalino,14,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2009 Cingalino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2009-cingalino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Villa Pillo 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Like any good Bonarda, this is a tough wine. But on the other hand, it's flush, very dark and full of black-fruit flavors and texture. The nose is piercing but honest, while the palate is big and fleshy, with firm tannins, extract and bright black cherry and blackberry flavors. Thick throughout, with bacony notes to the finish.",Estate Bottled,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dante Robino 2008 Estate Bottled Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-robino-2008-estate-bottled-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Dante Robino ,Red,US,"Light in color, but not in flavor, this appealing wine brings pomegranate, cranberry, tart cherry and lots of spice front and center. Baking spices rule the midpalate, elevated with crisp, citrusy acids, and the wine flows into a finish with leaf and herb highlights. Another year or two might help integrate all the interesting components; then drink up.",Estate,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"A really nice Cabernet that shows how well Paso Robles can produce this kind of wine while keeping prices modest. Made from 100% of the variety, it's dry and rich in tannins, with interesting flavors of blackberries, currants, anise and smoky oak. Drink now.",Signature Selection,18,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2007 Signature Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2007-signature-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bianchi 13.8,Red,New Zealand,"This somewhat broad, mouthcoating wine should prove attractive to consumers weaned on California Pinot Noirs. Dark, earthy, mocha notes lead into a round palate with flavors of cherry preserves and chocolate. Probably best over the next 1–2 years.",,20,88,Wairau Valley,,,Ra Nui 2007 Pinot Noir (Wairau Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ra-nui-2007-pinot-noir-wairau-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ra Nui 14,Red,South Africa,"Named after the gravel soils in which the vines are planted (and the old quarry site), this Cab is well balanced and surprisingly approachable now with flavors of blackberry, black currant leaf, cola, sandalwood and a kiss of menthol on the finish. It's soft, silky tannins linger through the long finish.",Gravel Quarry,45,88,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2007 Gravel Quarry Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2007-gravel-quarry-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Glen Carlou 14.8,Rose,US,"Very rich, spicy and full-bodied for a rosé. The raspberry and strawberry flavors have a grilled, caramelized quality, making for a slightly sweet finish. Fortunately, there is high acidity, giving this high octane rosé needed crispness.",Tempranillo,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2009 Tempranillo Rosé (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2009-tempranillo-rose-sonoma-valley/,Rosé,2009,Gundlach Bundschu ,Red,US,"There's plenty to enjoy here—smooth, supple, forward black fruits, aged in 100% new oak. Fragrant, approachable, and medium-bodied, it fades into a finish with hints of chalk and herb.",Chalk Line Red,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2008 Chalk Line Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2008-chalk-line-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Guardian 13,White,New Zealand,"Grove Mill's 2009 Sauvignon Blanc strikes a pleasant balance between zesty citrus and ripe stone fruit. It's medium-bodied and plump in the mouth, with a crisp, clean finish that invites another sip.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Grove Mill ,Red,France,"Tight, mineral and closed, packed with dark tannins. The fruit lies behind all this texture, leaving an impression of toughness, the acidity dominant.",Clos des Guettes,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Clos des Guettes (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-clos-guettes-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"An attractive, ripe strawberry-flavored wine, with bright acidity combined with sweetness. It is already ready to drink, soft, full-bodied, stylish.",,,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 13,White,Chile,"With mineral and apple on the nose, this qualifies as a pure and pleasing SB for almost any occasion. The palate is elegant and lithe, while the flavors of green apple, gooseberry and grapefruit are what they should be. Pure, sound and solid wine to drink right now.",Reserva,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Casa Silva 14.8,Red,US,"A stylish, fashionable wine that feels plump and rich and classy in the mouth. It's a bit too soft, but shows lovely flavors of cherries, red currants, mocha and sweet oak, and the finish is thoroughly dry. Drink now.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,V. Sattui 2007 Cabernet Franc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2007-cabernet-franc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,V. Sattui 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Light and frothy in the glass, this beautifully perfumed dry sparkling is redolent of orange blossoms, apples and pears. A blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay, there's a delicious hint of buttery cashew nut and bitter almond amidst the floral, fresh apple and lemon flavors.",Blanc de Blancs,42,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2004 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2004-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2004,Sparkling Pointe 12,White,Portugal,"This estate is right in the south of the Vinho Verde. That gives the wine extra weight, with added richness from the Avesso grape. The aftertaste brings in crispness.",Avesso,12,88,Vinho Verde,,,Solar de Pinheiro 2009 Avesso White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-pinheiro-2009-avesso-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Solar de Pinheiro 14.3,White,US,"Superoaky in vanilla, buttered toast, honey and smoky flavors, this Chardonnay stands up to all that wood power with ripe pineapples, pears and lemons. It's a delicious, New World wine meant to dazzle, and it largely succeeds.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,William Hill Estate 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Controlled on the nose by blackberry, mint, menthol and fire. Like the 2008, this is not the easiest road to run, but it is a blast of penetrating blackberry, boysenberry, heat, spice and dark minty length. Tasty but tough, with the roughness and quality meeting in the middle. Drink in a couple of years.",Don David Reserve,17,88,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2007 Don David Reserve Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2007-don-david-reserve-other-red-tannat-cafayate/,Tannat,2007,Michel Torino 18,Dessert,US,"Satisfies the basic Port requirements of sweetness, firm tannins and crisp acidity. Quite good in blackberry, black currant liqueur and chocolate flavors. Needs an extra layer of richness and complexity, though.",,35,88,California,California Other,California,Meyer Family Cellars NV Port (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meyer-family-cellars-nv-port-blend-port-other/,Port,,Meyer Family Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"A full-force, racy blend led by Merlot. It's ripe, staunch, mildly herbal and shows aromas of leather, savory berry and molasses. The palate is saturated, acid-driven and clacky, so it's lively stuff with medicinal, ripe berry and spice flavors. Finishes snappy and crisp, with pronounced acidity and tannins.",Corralillo Winemaker's Blend,30,88,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2008 Corralillo Winemaker's Blend Red (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2008-corralillo-winemakers-blend-red-san-antonio/,Red Blend,2008,Matetic ,White,US,"James Mantone's white wines are always full of delicious fruits, but they go beyond that, bringing in sometimes exotic, often surprising grace notes. Here there is a pure thread of caraway, running through the melon and white peach core. It's 100% Roussanne, giving a rare and interesting glimpse into what specific identity the grape might have in Washington's future.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2009 Roussanne (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-roussanne-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Roussanne,2009,Syncline 14.9,Red,US,"Feels muscular and dry in the mouth, with powerful black cherry, currant, bacon, black pepper and sandalwood flavors. The tannins are potent, but negotiable, although you should give this Syrah a decant of several hours to let it breathe.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 2008 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stepping-stone-by-cornerstone-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 13,Red,Austria,"A light-colored wine from the hot Thermenregion south of Vienna; a blend of Zweigelt and St. Laurent. It has a Pinot Noir-like softness, allied to fresh acidity and flavors of raspberries. For consumption now. Screw cap.",Schellmann An der Südbahn,,88,Thermenregion,,,Loimer 2008 Schellmann An der Südbahn Red (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2008-schellmann-an-der-sudbahn-red-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Loimer 13,Red,France,"Enjoyable and approachable now with straightforward red cherry, berry and game notes spiced up by glimmers of mocha and nutmeg. Linear in the mouth with soft tannins and a clean finish.",Emotion Occitane,20,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Le Mas de l'Ecriture 2005 Emotion Occitane Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mas-lecriture-2005-emotion-occitane-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Le Mas de l'Ecriture 13,Red,Portugal,"A spicy, berry-dominated wine, rustic edging to dusty tannins and a strong mineral character. There is a strong acid element giving great freshness to this fine value wine.",Evidência,10,88,Dão,,,Parras Vinhos 2007 Evidência Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2007-evidencia-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Parras Vinhos ,Red,US,"This bright and fruity take on the southern Rhône grape is packed with fresh, tangy raspberry flavor, tight and balanced.",Vineyard Select,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Vineyard Select Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-vineyard-select-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,2008,Olsen Estates 12,White,Spain,"Mineral, lime and crisp apple aromas give it a precise, pure nose. And that same character exists on the palate and finish, where white peach, green banana and melon flavors are full and forward. Shows good concentration and quality for a large-production bubbly at this price.",Aria Estate Brut,14,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-brut-sparkling-cava-122094/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas ,Red,US,"The Grand Estates Merlot holds center court in the vast Columbia Crest portfolio. This new release, which has received extra bottle age, is seamless, smoky, supple and seductive. Exotic sandalwood and Asian spices weave from the nose into the palate, wrapped around broad black cherry and blackberry fruit flavors. A darker streak of black olive and licorice runs into a finish replete with tannins that are tight and hint at stem.",Grand Estates,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2007 Grand Estates Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-grand-estates-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Columbia Crest 13,White,US,"Here's a nice, refreshingly clean Sauvignon Blanc that shows a lot of class for the price. It's basically dry, with a honeyed finish to the green melon, golden mango and Asian pear flavors. There's just a touch of tart green gooseberry for complexity.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Clayhouse 13,White,US,"This is a white Rhône blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Viognier. It's dry and crisply acidic and minerally, with pleasant citrus and peach fruitiness. Think of a cross between a zesty Sauvignon Blanc and a rich Chardonnay.",Red Cedar Vineyard Estate Cuvée Blanc,23,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2009 Red Cedar Vineyard Estate Cuvée Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2009-red-cedar-vineyard-estate-cuvee-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Clayhouse ,Red,France,"A finely structured wine that has firm tannins to go with the ripe juicy red fruits. Bitter cherry and crisp acidity fit easily together, while the dry core comes out strongly in the aftertaste.",Château de Nervers,,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château de Nervers (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-nervers-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13.3,Red,US,"A feminine wine, soft, gentle and delicious in flavor. Feels light and silky in the mouth, with rich notes of cherries, raspberries, cotton candy, buttered cinnamon toast and sandalwood. Almost sweet, but it finishes nice and dry. Drink now–2013.",Estate Stone Corral Vineyard,48,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2007 Estate Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2007-estate-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kynsi ,Red,Italy,"Scopaio definitely presents a bouquet marked by jammy fruit. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and other grapes offers tones of ripe strawberry, raspberry, cinnamon and spice. It's a soft, smooth wine with a chewy and slightly sweet fruit fade.",Scopaio,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Cipriana 2007 Scopaio (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cipriana-2007-scopaio-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Cipriana ,Red,US,"This well-defined Cabernet offers blackberry, black cherry and a hint of sweet grape jam. It's set in a frame of rock and tannin, that seems to catch and hold as it enters the back of the throat. Perhaps an indication that more bottle age, or some hours of decanting, are in order? In any event, it stops a bit short.",Canoe Ridge Estate,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Canoe Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-canoe-ridge-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,France,"A richly textured wine, showing some attractive fresh fruits and soft berries mingling with a layer of firmer tannins. The wine has weight, an attractive edge of spice and a final sweet juicy character.",,25,88,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château Plaisance 2006 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plaisance-2006-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Plaisance 15.5,White,US,"Brings a welcome dryness and crisp structure to this Viognier. Tastes almost like Sauvignon Blanc, with orange and lime flavors and a bright, clean finish. Recommends itself as a good, alternative white wine.",Steinbeck Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2009 Steinbeck Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2009-steinbeck-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2009,EOS ,Red,Italy,"Here's one of those fresh, bright Italian wines you'll want to pair with home cooked pasta or lasagna. The delivery is direct and fresh with lingering tones of cherry, root beer, licorice and sweet forest berry. The mouthfeel is clean, polished and crisp.",Lenaia Rosso,,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casa di Terra 2009 Lenaia Rosso Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2009-lenaia-rosso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Casa di Terra 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a quality Merlot offered at a very reasonable low price. Sant'Adele is rich, succulent and smooth with bursting aromas of cherry, blueberry, spice and moist tobacco. Pair this wine with homemade roast chicken and garlic potatoes.",Sant'Adele,16,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2008 Sant'Adele Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2008-santadele-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2008,Villa Pillo 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An attractive, fresh wine, the tannins and bright acidity giving a firm support to the lively berry fruits and dry tannin core. The aftertaste continues freshness.",DFJ Touriga Nacional-Touriga Franca,13,88,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 DFJ Touriga Nacional-Touriga Franca Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-touriga-nacional-touriga-franca-red-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2008,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,Portugal,"Here in the maritime climate north of Lisbon, Alfrocheiro works well to produce a rich, smooth and velvet textured wine, with a beautiful layer of acidity over the wood.",DFJ Pinot Noir-Alfrocheiro,13,88,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 DFJ Pinot Noir-Alfrocheiro Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-pinot-noir-alfrocheiro-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos ,White,US,"Benton-Lane makes quite a lot of Pinot Gris, stainless-steel fermented and whole cluster pressed, yielding a soft, fragrant, fruity wine with plenty of fresh pear flavor. It flattens out broadly across the palate, full-bodied and lightly spicy. Just a bit more focus would really elevate this wine to the top ranks.",,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Benton-Lane 13,Red,France,"A beautifully perfumed wine. It has a good edge of firm tannins, but the fruit is so sweet and ripe, packed with strawberry jam flavors. Very seductive, the wood spice gives an extra edge. Drink now, or age for 4–5 years.",,86,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine des Perdrix 2008 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perdrix-2008-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine des Perdrix ,Sparkling,US,"The DSM sparklers all come in a fancy package, all are méthode champenoise, all finished with a wire cage and Champagne cork. This is quite yeasty, with a pretty toasted coconut flavor that spices up the fruit. Primarily Chardonnay, it has no perceptible residual sugar.",Blanc de Blancs,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-blanc-de-blancs-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle 13,White,South Africa,"This is a rich and toasty Chard with notes of wood-grilled peaches, soft Cortland apple flesh and vanilla cream. The finish is long and the mouth round without being flabby or overdone.",,20,88,Constantia,,,Buitenverwachting 2009 Chardonnay (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buitenverwachting-2009-chardonnay-constantia/,Chardonnay,2009,Buitenverwachting 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Cranberry and mulberry fruits, sweet and soft and just so juicy. This is a lively wine with hints of rose hip and the freshest fruit—even after three years. The aftertaste is soft, hinting at wood.",JP Private Selection,12,88,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 JP Private Selection Castelão (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-jp-private-selection-portuguese-red-castelao-setubal/,Castelão,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal ,Red,US,"High acidity and soft tannins mark this flavorful red, an unusual blend of Tempranillo and Grenache. It's a little on the sweet side, but the raspberry, cherry, mocha and oak flavors are delicious.",Tempranillo-,30,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Tejada 2006 Tempranillo- Grenache (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tejada-2006-tempranillo-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Grenache,2006,Tejada 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A firmly structured blend of Castelão and Merlot, rich and dense in texture. Spice, red berry fruits and plums mingle with good fresh acidity in an attractive, sturdy wine.",Quinta dos Loridos,16,88,Lisboa,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Quinta dos Loridos Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-quinta-loridos-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.5,White,Portugal,"Ripe, fruity Chardonnay, with toast flavors balancing with smooth apricot and pear juice. The wine is soft, rich and generous, finishing with a light acidity.",Cova da Ursa,20,88,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Cova da Ursa Chardonnay (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-cova-da-ursa-chardonnay-peninsula-setubal/,Chardonnay,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal ,Red,France,"In a soft and jammy style, packed with red berries and given a plummy juiciness. The structure is here, the fruit hanging on to it, giving the wine a gentle, final feel.",Aux Clous Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2008 Aux Clous Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-aux-clous-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Albert Bichot 14.3,Red,US,"A pleasantly rich, vibrant Pinot Noir, made in a lighter style. Shows mouth-filling flavors of raspberries, cherries and toasted oak, with a long, spicy finish. Bright acidity makes for a clean, crisp feel.",,24,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Artesa ,Red,US,"From a cool site in a cool year, this wine shows thoughtful winemaking and attention to detail. It's a finesse wine, balanced and poised, and the flavors, though light, are persistent; pomegranate, pie cherry, breakfast tea and a hint of tobacco come into play, with a thin suggestion of sassafras. But there is nothing unripe or unpleasant, and the tannins are nicely managed.",Amalie's Cuvée,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2007 Amalie's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2007-amalies-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Amalie Robert 13.5,White,Argentina,"Now at the end of its peak, this is showing mature lychee, melon and soft-fruit aromas along with citrus, mango and nectarine flavors. It's tasty and pure, with only a slight bit of oily harshness that most Torrontés show. Drink immediately or wait for the 2010.",Classic,12,88,Other,Salta,,Alta Vista 2009 Classic Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2009-classic-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2009,Alta Vista 13.5,Red,France,"A bright, fresh wine, its red currant and fresh plum acidity an important element. It has dry tannins at the core, giving a firm structure and hints of wood, with sweeter fruit coming through to finish.",,39,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château de Chamirey 2008 Mercurey,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chamirey-2008-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Château de Chamirey 13,Red,France,"Soft and full in the mouth, with spice adding an extra dimension to the broad berry fruits. The wine is ready to drink, its acidity melding well into the richness. The final taste is solid and dense.",,22,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Croix Melin 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-melin-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Croix Melin 13.5,Red,France,"Evocative Malbec perfumes, with mint and wild herbs mingling together, set the scene for this concentrated, ripe, juicy wine. The black plum and berry fruits are right up front, lifted by great acidity.",Cèdre Héritage,17,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2008 Cèdre Héritage Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2008-cedre-heritage-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château du Cèdre 14,Red,Spain,"Shy at first, with standard raspberry aromas, earth and buttery notes along with cherry and raspberry flavors. Becomes fuller and more satisfying with time, and once it's fully open you have a solid, satisfying Rioja with true flavors and good overall balance.",Crianza,14,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Castillo Labastida 14,Red,Spain,"Brickish in color, with mature aromas of cedar, pine, tobacco, olive and dried fruits. There's still some racy acidity that's keeping the rooty flavors of tobacco, dried berry, coffee and spice moving forward. Finishes dry and a little bit classic; drink now for an affordable taste of Navarra.",Crianza,14,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2005 Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2005-crianza-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-navarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2005,Castillo de Monjardin 14,Red,France,"The Buzet co-op's top brand, this is big, powerful and rich. It is dominated by blackberry jelly and sweet plums, as well as firm tannins. The palate is weighty, solid, maybe missing freshness but certainly giving good intensity.",Baron d'Ardeuil Vieilles Vignes,17,88,Southwest France,Buzet,,Vignerons de Buzet 2005 Baron d'Ardeuil Vieilles Vignes Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buzet-2005-baron-dardeuil-vieilles-vignes-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Vignerons de Buzet ,Red,Italy,"This oaky blend of Merlot (60%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (40%) sees 10 months of barrique for extra intense notes of spice, cinnamon, clove and general woodshop. There is black fruit, cola and blackberry pie as well, but the wine needs a few more years of aging to find balance.",Zizzolo,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Fornacelle 2008 Zizzolo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacelle-2008-zizzolo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Fornacelle 13,Red,Austria,"Red cherry flavors dominate this fruity wine. Its soft texture and sweet juiciness are given backbone by a light tannic element. It's ready to drink, a rich and dense wine with joyful acidity.",,,88,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2006 St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2006-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2006,Gernot and Heike Heinrich ,Red,France,"On the austere side, as befits a wine from the highest vineyards in Beaujolais, this is also balanced and elegant. It shows black berry fruits, a firm edge of tannins as well as delicious juicy flavors.",Sélection,,88,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Rich, fruity wine that is full of black plum juice and soft tannins. Milk chocolate sweetness adds to the generous nature of this juicy wine. Drink now.",Domaine de Michelons,,88,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine de Michelons (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-michelons-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,Austria,"A blend of old vine wines from the 2005 and 2007 vintages, this brings out a surprisingly mature sophistication in what is normally a simpler fruity grape. It has a smooth, rich character, buoyed by acidity, while offering spice and a light touch of wood.",Rohrendorfer Thalland,,88,Kremstal,,,Felsner NV Rohrendorfer Thalland St. Laurent (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-nv-rohrendorfer-thalland-other-white-st-laurent-kremstal/,St. Laurent,,Felsner ,Red,France,"Delicious berry fruits, now softening and rounding out, with a light note of acidity. The wine is immediately accessible and attractive, the tannins soft and the fruits edging on sweet.",Le Village,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Le Village (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-le-village-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 13.5,Red,France,"A tightly tannic wine, with a firm feeling of wood, balanced by stalky black currant fruit and a layer of acidity. It is still young, with the tannins likely to soften.",Château de Sabazan,25,88,Southwest France,Saint-Mont,,Producteurs Plaimont 2006 Château de Sabazan (Saint-Mont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2006-chateau-sabazan-red-saint-mont/,Red Blend,2006,Producteurs Plaimont 14.9,White,US,"Very ripe and rich in the modern style, a fruit-forward Chardonnay with pineapple, lemon and lime pie, buttered toast and spice flavors that are accented with crisp Central Coast acidity. Drink now.",Intrinity,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2008 Intrinity Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2008-intrinity-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Pessagno 13.9,Red,Argentina,"A funky, individual blend of Merlot and Malbec from the Salta region, with its ups and downs. The nose carries patented Salta aromas of herbs and green bean, but there's berry scents and oaky mocha to offset that. The palate is forward and shows choppy tannins, while it tastes sweet, herbal and dark. As stated, this is a wine with virtues and pitfalls.",Ciclos,30,88,Other,Salta,,Michel Torino 2007 Ciclos Malbec-Merlot (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2007-ciclos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-salta/,Malbec-Merlot,2007,Michel Torino 13.5,Red,US,"A great value in a Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky, the way you want a Pinot to be, and shows flavors of cherries, red currants, cola and bacon. It's sharp in acidity, but nothing too problematic. Easy to find, with 36,000 cases produced.",,10,88,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,McManis 14.2,Red,US,"The wine, which contains percentages of the Cabs Sauvignon and Franc, is rich in berry and cherry flavors. It's very dry, with pronounced but smooth tannins. Feels a bit young and jammy now, so give it 3–4 years in the cellar.",,48,88,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2007 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2007-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2007,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A step up in quality from the 2008—not surprising given the relative strength of the vintage. A flinty note accents nectarine and grapefruit flavors in this light- to medium-bodied offering, lingering nicely on the finish.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Mount Fishtail 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-fishtail-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mount Fishtail 13,Sparkling,Italy,This sparkling wine offers rich and sophisticated aromas of baked bread and mature peach backed by accents of citrus and white pepper. The wine is rich and smooth with piquant effervescence. Not currently imported into the U.S.,Anno Zero Brut,,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto NV Anno Zero Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-nv-anno-zero-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Moletto 14.6,White,US,"Lots of exotic fruits and flowers in this lush Viognier. It's juicy in orange, passion fruit, Asian pear, honeysuckle and cinnamon, yet is bracing with minerals and acidity.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pomar Junction 2008 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2008-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2008,Pomar Junction 14,Red,Spain,"This is a smooth, subdued style of Rioja that's perfect for tapas or casual consumption. The nose offers the right kind of entry: cherry and raspberry with dusty spice. And the flavors are friendly and suggest black fruits and smoke. A little more oaky and charred than some, but a nice crianza nonetheless.",Crianza,13,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Ramón Bilbao 13,White,Portugal,"Balanced fresh wine, full of mango, guava and pineapple flavors. It has freshness, brightness, along with a refreshing citrus burst.",Guadalupe Branco,14,88,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2009 Guadalupe Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2009-guadalupe-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Quetzal 14.3,White,US,"This very rich Chardonnay oozes showy flavors of pineapples, pears and golden mangoes, with winemaking notes of buttered toast, crème brûlée and a slight taste of yeast. It's not particularly subtle, projecting power instead.",Gold Coast Vineyard Reserva Dorada,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Costa de Oro 2008 Gold Coast Vineyard Reserva Dorada Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-oro-2008-gold-coast-vineyard-reserva-dorada-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Costa de Oro 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made with sweetly fragrant Malvasia grapes from the tiny island of Salina off the northern coast of Sicily, this Passito dessert wine opens with all the intensity you'd expect of sunny southern Italy. The wine sports a luminous amber color and aromas of candied fruit or orange rind, dried mint, touches of root beer and even a hint of white licorice.",Passito di Salina 375ml,40,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Malvasia delle Lipari,,Colosi 2007 Passito di Salina 375ml (Malvasia delle Lipari),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colosi-2007-passito-salina-375ml-italian-white-malvasia-malvasia-delle-lipari/,Malvasia,2007,Colosi 13,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off with slightly confected yet delicious aromas of cherries, almond paste and vanilla, but turns slightly more savory on the palate, where it picks up some herbal shadings. This is relatively light in body, with a crisp structure that suggests it may last longer than most Marlborough Pinots; drink now–2017.",,29,88,Marlborough,,,Churton 2007 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churton-2007-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Churton 13.5,Red,US,"A robust, spicy wine that offers lots of bang for the buck. The flavors range from lush raspberries and red cherries up through blackberries and currants, veering into mocha, and there's lots of crushed black pepper. Easy to like with steak, lamb, Mexican food.",The Slammer,14,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Big House 2008 The Slammer Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2008-slammer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2008,Big House 14.3,Red,US,"Shows the aggressive tannins that often mark this unruly variety, but that's part of the charm. It's a big, potent wine, muscular in blackberry, black currant, leather and black pepper flavors, and best of all it's dry without high alcohol. A very nice wine to drink now with barbecue or beef stew made with the wine or one similar to it.",Signature Selection Plummer Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2007 Signature Selection Plummer Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2007-signature-selection-plummer-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Bianchi 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"There's loads of personality here. Verduzzo does beat to its own drum with unique aromas of pine cone, chopped peppermint, candied fruit and loads of floral lavender honey.",Ramandolo 750ml,30,88,,Friuli,,Bernardis 2006 Ramandolo 750ml Verduzzo (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardis-2006-ramandolo-750ml-italian-white-verduzzo-friuli/,Verduzzo,2006,Bernardis 14.6,Red,US,"This is a good, solid Pinot Noir, a little rustic and direct, but offering lots of drinking pleasure. It's dry and silky, with rich black cherry, raspberry, cola and sandalwood flavors. Drink over the next year or two.",Bella Una,56,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benovia 2008 Bella Una Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2008-bella-una-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benovia 13,Sparkling,Australia,"A faint coppery-pink rosé, Taltarni's 2008 Taché is a blend of 58% Chardonnay, 37% Pinot Noir and 5% Pinot Meunier. It's lean and crisp, with a zesty, citrusy feel to the modest toast and mushroom flavors.",Taché,25,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Taltarni 2008 Taché Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2008-tache-sparkling-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Taltarni 13.5,Red,Italy,This is a very likable and easy-to-drink blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that moves over the palate with bright fruit intensity and silky tannins. The wine is fresh and would pair well with a heaping plate of sausage and white Tuscan beans.,Daniello,18,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2006 Daniello Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2006-daniello-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Tenuta di Trecciano 16.8,Red,US,"This is intended as an Amarone-style wine, made from half Sangiovese and half Barbera. The alcohol hits almost 17%, yet it is quite dry. Though not especially Amarone-like to this taster, it is an interesting, well-made wine that approaches Port-like intensity without either sugar or spirits.",Seccopassa 'Appassimento',45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tre Nova 2006 Seccopassa 'Appassimento' Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-nova-2006-seccopassa-appassimento-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2006,Tre Nova 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"This dark Recioto dessert wine opens with an inky black color and intense aromas of chocolate fudge, rum cake, Christmas spice, Spanish cedar and mesquite. In the mouth, the wine is thick, sweet and astringent at the same time, so pair it with pudding or chocolate cream cake.",Acinatico 500ml,,88,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2006 Acinatico 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2006-acinatico-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Stefano Accordini ,Red,France,"While there are tannins, they are not as powerful as the appellation and year would suggest. Instead, there is bright acidity, strawberry flavors and a fresh feel.",Les Cazetiers Premier Cru,120,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Latour 2008 Les Cazetiers Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-cazetiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour 13,Red,Italy,"This super Tuscan blend of Syrah and Merlot opens with lush berry notes and clean aromas of cherry, blackberry and soft Christmas spice. The wine tastes rich, satisfying and would make a great match to lamb chops with roasted garlic potatoes.",D'Unico,31,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Leopoldo I di Toscana 2006 D'Unico Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leopoldo-i-toscana-2006-dunico-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Leopoldo I di Toscana ,Red,Italy,"This Bolgheri blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Cabernet Franc offers green tones of pepper and chopped spice over natural rubber, bramble and wild berry. The wine feels tonic and sharp in the mouth and ends with a twist of sour cherry.",,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Le Grascete 2007 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grascete-2007-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Le Grascete ,White,Portugal,"From Sauvignon Blanc grown in the vineyards of the Mateus palace, this is a classic, herbaceous wine with attractive fresh and grassy acidity. The high altitude fruit is bright and crisp.",Três Bagos Sauvignon,15,88,Duriense,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2009 Três Bagos Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2009-tres-bagos-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-duriense/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lavradores de Feitoria ,White,US,"Old vine (1967 planting) Sauvignon Blanc from Oregon? OK, this is a rarity. The wine has a gentle grace, and manages to convey layering and complexity within a fairly light frame. Moderate acidity, some yeasty texture, and a mix of apple and citrus fruit all come together in a clean, fresh, well-balanced effort.",Old Vine,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Kestrel 2008 Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2008-old-vine-sauvignon-blanc-other-columbia-valley-or/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Kestrel 13.5,White,US,"This is a good Sauvignon Blanc whose touch of oak adds smoky cream and vanilla. The underlying wine shows Lake County balance, with citrus, lemongrass, peach and green apple flavors accented by crisp acidity, and finished with honey.",Vintner's Reserve,11,88,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Herbaceous aromas are balanced against a strong core of black fruit and berries. A touch of anise and roasted espresso beans add intrigue to the bouquet, while accents of licorice sticks, clove and whole black peppercorns carry the finish. A very well balanced wine with solid weight and appropriate medium grain tannins.",Art House,16,88,Coastal Region,,,Juno 2007 Art House Shiraz-Mourvèdre (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2007-art-house-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-mourvedre-coastal-region/,Shiraz-Mourvèdre,2007,Juno 14.6,White,US,"Very dry, with mouth-watering acidity, but the palate also searches for a little more fruit than the wine offers. Still, the pineapples, peaches and apricots are pleasant enough.",Reserve,33,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2008-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Kunde 13,Red,Portugal,"A bright, berry-flavored wine, acidity showing well against the firm, dry tannins. It has freshness from juicy fruit, with a lingering, vivid aftertaste.",Monte do Carrapatelo,18,88,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2008 Monte do Carrapatelo Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2008-monte-carrapatelo-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Luis Duarte 13.5,Red,France,"Ripe and soft, this is a densely fruity wine. Typical of Beaune, its tannins are gently enveloped by a soft, jammy texture of plums, fresh red cherries and a touch of smokiness. Finely balanced.",Vieilles Vignes,,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Maison Champy 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 13,Red,France,"A light-colored, delicate wine that is smooth and soft. It has a good balance of red-cherry flavors, with a little bitterness, layered over some gentle tannins. Not for aging, but attractively juicy now.",,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Maison Champy 2008 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 12.5,White,Austria,"A very herbaceous Grüner, with grassy flavors as well as green fruit. It's fresh and refreshing, the cream and spice only coming through after a while. There is a fine line in bright, final acidity.",Göttweiger Berg,,88,Kremstal,,,Stift Göttweig 2009 Göttweiger Berg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-gottweig-2009-gottweiger-berg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Stift Göttweig 15.1,Red,US,"The Derby is pure, estate-grown, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose is accented with hints of violets and roses, ripe berries, plums and licorice. Once tasted, it seems to hit a wall and just stop. Extra hours of breathing did not make a difference. Perhaps it needs more bottle age, but at the moment it does not broaden out or move into a finish with the sort of depth that this wine has demonstrated in the past.",Derby,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2007 Derby Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2007-derby-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.2,Red,US,"This Rhône-style blend contains a few drops of Petite Sirah. The wine is quite good, being dry and full-bodied and complex enough to linger over as it warms and changes in the glass. Shows interesting currant, pepper and cedar flavors, with a robust finish.",The Butler,35,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2007 The Butler Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2007-butler-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2007,Bonterra 13.8,White,US,"No oak on this crisp wine, whose flavors are so immediately likeable. It's bright and clean in acidity, with racy notes of pineapples, Asian pears and limes. Finishes off-dry, with a honeysuckle richness.",,11,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2009 Chenin Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2009-chenin-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Husch ,Rose,US,"A pale salmon color, this is all Pinot Noir, picked early for the purpose of making rosé. Quite dry and elegant, it's a juicy, acidic wine, with pretty strawberry and watermelon flavors highlighted with zesty spice.",Rosato Pinot Noir,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2009 Rosato Pinot Noir Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2009-rosato-pinot-noir-rose-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2009,Ponzi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a new, cheerful wine from the folks at Poggio Verrano in southern Tuscany that offers loads of ripe berry fruit, cherry, cassis, spice, leather and rum cake. The wine is smooth and soft.",Poggio Verrano 3,22,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Verrano 2007 Poggio Verrano 3 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-verrano-2007-3-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Poggio Verrano ,Red,US,"Released almost a full year ago, this wine has had a chance to settle into a groove in the bottle. It is a medium plum color, lightly scented with herb, green and black tea, and Bing cherry. The flavors are astringent and compact, with a pretty burst of cherry in the core.",Reserve,32,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lange 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A powerful blend of Touriga Nacional, Syrah and Aragonez, rich and mellow, sweet fruits tempered by tight tannins and spice. The wine has a fine, juicy aftertaste to enhance the freshness.",Castelo do Sulco Reserva,11,88,Lisboa,,,Parras Vinhos 2008 Castelo do Sulco Reserva Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2008-castelo-sulco-reserva-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Parras Vinhos 14.2,White,US,"There's little if any oak on this Chardonnay, which allows brisk Central Coast acidity and bright, long hangtime fruit to star. And that fruit is rich, suggesting tangerines, nectarines, Meyer lemons and Asian pears. Very nice with crab risotto, or with a beautiful roasted chicken.",O2 Series,18,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Ortman Family 2009 O2 Series Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2009-o2-series-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Ortman Family 14.2,Red,US,"A good Cabernet, dry and classic in black cherry, currant, plum jam and cedar flavors. It's a little irregular in the mouth, with cutting acidity, and its future is uncertain. Give it a long decant.",,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Truchard 12.5,White,Austria,"The typical field blend from Vienna, full and deliciously spicy. It has elegance and style, a wine that waltzes across the palate, offering hints of lychee, pear and crisp citrus all finely integrated by tangy acidity. Screw cap.",Wiener Gemischter Satz,18,88,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2009 Wiener Gemischter Satz White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2009-wiener-gemischter-satz-white-blend-austrian-vienna/,Austrian white blend,2009,Wieninger 13,Red,Austria,"Fritz Wieninger's blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zweigelt is a perennial favorite. With its soft tannins and ripe, juicy full-bodied fruit, it is an elegant, stylish, drink-now wine. Screw cap.",Wiener Triologie,22,88,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2008 Wiener Triologie Red (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2008-wiener-triologie-red-vienna/,Red Blend,2008,Wieninger 14.6,Red,US,"Delicious in pastry-filling raspberry and cherry flavors, with a baked brown sugar richness and exotic touches of vanilla, cinnamon, anise and toast. Dazzles with a direct hit to the palate; is soft and dry. But it has a certain surface one dimensionality. Seems at its best now–2013.",Lindsay Estate Vineyard,85,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2008 Lindsay Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2008-lindsay-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Paul Hobbs 13.8,Red,US,"A tremendous value for the lush berry, currant and mocha flavors, finely grained tannins, and the way the wine feels so fine and rich in the mouth. Drink now with almost anything calling for a full-bodied and dry red wine.",,15,88,California,California Other,California,Martin Ray 2009 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Martin Ray ,White,US,"Spicy scents introduce a fresh and fleshy pear-flavored Pinot Gris, with a crisp underpinning of wet stone and medium acids. Citrus peel, light orange and pineapple weave into the midpalate, and the wine fills the mouth without being heavy.",Signature,17,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2009 Signature Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2009-signature-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,King Estate 13,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a smoky, oaky Recioto with aromas of exotic spice and toasted nut besides nuances of plum, blackberry, prune and cassis. This inky red dessert wine shows deep extraction and loads of power on the close.",500ml,,88,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Monteci 2005 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2005-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Monteci 14,Red,Spain,"Very smooth with youthful, juicy, fragrant berry aromas along with a bouncy palate full of sweet cherry and cassis flavors. Clean, snappy, alert and healthy. More simple and straightforward than complex, but worth the money and then some.",,8,88,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Aletta 2008 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aletta-2008-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Aletta 13,White,Spain,"An opening of apricot and peach aromas is proper, while the palate delivers a jolt of zest and acidity to more pineapple, lime and punchy green-apple flavors. Tangy later on, with more than a drop of lemon and lime to the finish. Also slightly pithy and bitter, which is natural for Godello.",,18,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad Dom Bueno 2009 Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-dom-bueno-2009-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2009,Abad Dom Bueno ,Red,Italy,"Here's a 100% expression of Sangiovese that opens with jammy fruit aromas of ripe blackberry and strawberry. There are spice, earth and smoke notes at the back but that mature fruit sits firmly in center stage. The mouthfeel is soft, easy and slightly sweet.",,19,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 2008 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonino-tringali-casanuova-2008-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova ,Red,Italy,"Renzo is an 80-20 Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend with loads of jammy fruit and inner sunshine. Prunes, raisins and ripe berry fruit open the bouquet and are followed by chewy soft spice and moist pipe tobacco. The fruity fade ends on a slightly sweet note.",Renzo,50,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 2006 Renzo (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonino-tringali-casanuova-2006-renzo-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2006,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova ,Red,US,"From the estate vineyard, this delicate effort offers tart, racy, pie cherry fruit flavor, wrapped in substantial acids. There's a kiss of light chocolate, and the overall balance is just right.",Estate,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Amity Vineyards ,Red,US,"The 2008 Crannell leans to the herbaceous side of Oregon Pinot Noir, relatively low in listed alcohol (13%). Cranberry is the dominant fruit flavor, along with fresh herbs and whiffs of tomato leaf.",Crannell,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Crannell Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-crannell-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Amity Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"Altrovino is a 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc that opens with intense aromas of black fruit, spice, tobacco and smooth black chocolate. In the mouth, this wine offers richness and a silky, long finish.",Altrovino,40,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2006 Altrovino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2006-altrovino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Duemani 14.7,White,US,"This is a good, rich Chardonnay showing lots of tropical fruit and vanilla, smoky oak flavors, and a creamy texture. It's made in the modern style. Not especially complex, but rich and opulent. Drink now.",G.E.O.,18,88,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Foggy Bridge 2008 G.E.O. Chardonnay (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foggy-bridge-2008-geo-chardonnay-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Chardonnay,2008,Foggy Bridge ,Red,France,"Very firm and tannic, with dark fruits creep in between dense, firm tannins. This is typical Pommard that shows more tannins at this stage, but in the next two years will develop the texture into richness.",,,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"A well-balanced rich wine, showing the ripe fruit of 2009, giving sweet plums, ripe acidity and some firm, structured tannins. It is even worth aging for a few months.",Domaine de Riaz,,88,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine de Riaz (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-riaz-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13,White,France,"Full and crisp at the same time, this wine brings together the two characters of the 2009 Bordeaux vintage. The wine has an attractive citrus character, followed by ripe melon and pear juice, and laced with light toast.",,17,88,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château le Bonnat 2009 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bonnat-2009-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château le Bonnat 13.5,Red,France,"Eighteen months in wood have dried out the fruit, and now the wine needs time to come together. The black plum weight is here, with a rich potential to bring out the sweet, juicy flavors.",Tradition,,88,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Cabredon 2007 Tradition (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabredon-2007-tradition-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cabredon 13,Red,France,"With good density and some richness, here is a wine that offers fruit as well as structure. The spice, black fruits and dry tannins hang well together, the acidity showing through to underline the ripe fruit.",,13,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Beauregard-Ducourt 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauregard-ducourt-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beauregard-Ducourt 13,Dessert,France,"Sweet, yes, but not intensely so, more a sweet apéritif sweet wine for blue cheese or ham. The botrytis gives the wine a drier character, while the honey element leads straight into citrus.",Cuvée Tradition,,88,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Bellegarde 2008 Cuvée Tradition (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellegarde-2008-cuvee-tradition-other-white-gros-manseng-jurancon/,Gros Manseng,2008,Domaine Bellegarde 13,Red,France,"Restrained and elegant, this is a wine on the austere side, its acidity dominant along with a firm, dry aftertaste. Produced by the other Machard de Gramont estate.",Les Beau Monts,25,88,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 2008 Les Beau Monts (Chorey-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-machard-gramont-2008-beau-monts-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 13,Red,France,"Finely balanced wine with all the right elements in place. It has stalky berry fruit, spice, a good amount of acidity. All this is over a solid layer of fine tannins, while the wine finishes with a great burst of juiciness.",,,88,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château la Roselière 2006 Premieres Côtes de Blaye,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roseliere-2006-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château la Roselière 14,Sparkling,Australia,"Sparkling Shiraz is an acquired taste, but this is a good introduction to the genre. Simply put, it's a big, oaky Shiraz with bubbles, bursting with vanilla, blackberry, chocolate and cedar aromas and flavors. Enjoy it over the next few years for its youthful exuberance.",Strawberry Chocolate Sparkling,21,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Chocolate Box 2008 Strawberry Chocolate Sparkling Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chocolate-box-2008-strawberry-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Chocolate Box ,White,US,"Light and lemony, with just under two percent residual sugar (balanced against piercing acidity), this well-crafted, fruit-powered Gewürztraminer seems custom-made for Thai food. Fruity and spicy, with a hint of the grape's characteristic talcum powder highlights, this is clean and eminently quaffable.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and full-fruited, with coffee, cumin and big berry fruit aromas. This is a pleasant surprise and a great value; the palate is bright and clean, with black-fruit flavors and cola galore. Creamy, mildly toasty and rich on the finish; overall it excels at its price point.",Xplorador,8,88,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Xplorador Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-xplorador-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2009,Concha y Toro 14.2,Red,US,"Give this wine credit for the sheer power of its fruit. Swamps the palate with freshly crushed raspberry and cherry flavors, liberally enriched with sweet vanilla and caramelized oak. Other than that, it's a bit soft and one-dimensional, but the score reflects how delicious it is.",,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Clouds Rest 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clouds-rest-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clouds Rest 14,Red,Italy,This wine shows bright berry fruit and some light shades of smoke and spice that come from careful aging in large oak casks. Pair it with pasta or roast chicken with rosemary potatoes.,Villa di Capezzana,25,88,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 2006 Villa di Capezzana (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2006-villa-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2006,Capezzana 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense, rubbery and solid in terms of black-fruit aromas. In the mouth, it feels right and fades nicely, highlighting healthy, firm blackberry, black olive and herbal flavors. Meets the norms of a very good, commendable Malbec. 14,000 cases made.",Reserva,19,88,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 2008 Reserva Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-fin-mundo-2008-reserva-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2008,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 13.1,Red,US,"Run, don't walk, to find this lovely, inexpensive Pinot. It's a fine wine to drink now for its soft silkiness, crisp dryness and raspberry, cherry, cola, pomegranate and sandalwood flavors. Easy to find, with 20,000 cases produced.",Caiden's Vineyards,13,88,California,California Other,California,Block Nine 2009 Caiden's Vineyards Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/block-nine-2009-caidens-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Block Nine 14.8,Red,US,"Just shows you don't need a super high score to have a super drinkable wine with steak, pork, veal, chicken, or just a simple burger. Blended from Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec, all of them great varieties, the wine is dry, sophisticated and rich in berry and currant flavors.",Big Guy,20,88,California,California Other,California,Big Guy 2007 Big Guy Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-guy-2007-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Big Guy ,Red,US,"Pretty and pale, this wine is already showing some sunset shades around the rim, and drinking like a wine with more than just a couple of years under its belt. That works in its favor, as it offers cherry-pie fruit, cut tobacco, some minerality and a chocolate/coffee kiss in the finish.",Love Puppets,30,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2007 Love Puppets Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2007-love-puppets-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brandborg 13.5,White,Portugal,"This single vineyard Vinho Verde is complex and powerful. The texture is creamy, rich, with hints of pineapple as well as grapefruit. There is an edgy texture, balanced with the crispest final acidity.",Quinta de Simaens,13,88,Vinho Verde,,,Borges 2009 Quinta de Simaens White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2009-quinta-simaens-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Borges 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smooth on the nose, with a pinch of rubber, earth, smoked beef and plum/prune. The palate offers structure, solid acidity, zestiness and bright flavors of cherry and raspberry. Finishes crisp and tight, with lingering vanilla. A nice wine for tapas and other meat-based dishes.",Reserva,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ondarre 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ondarre-2004-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Bodegas Ondarre 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with rustic, red-fruit and herbal aromas along with smooth leather. The palate is creamy and full, but healthy despite mild buttery oak notes. Flavorwise, we're talking chunky berry and fresh tomato, while the finish is long and correct, with a hint of leftover tomato.",Grand Reserve Limited Edition,20,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Catrala 2008 Grand Reserve Limited Edition Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catrala-2008-grand-reserve-limited-edition-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Catrala 12.5,White,Austria,"Wilhelm Sattler's entry-level Sauvignon Blanc is a beautiful, intense wine, packed with black currant and pineapple fruits, layered with gooseberry. The effect is vibrant, fruity, with just an extra touch of class.",Steirische Klassik,22,89,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2009 Steirische Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2009-steirische-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sattlerhof 13.5,Red,US,"Aromas of lush black cherries, coffee grinds and darkly toasted oak meld effortlessly in winemaker Roman Roth's powerful Long Island Merlot. After 21 months in French oak, the wine is smooth as silk yet intensely focused with a rich fruit palate accented by hints of forest floor and bramble, velvety soft tannins and a balanced astringency. Lovely all around.",,50,89,New York,Long Island,Long Island,The Grapes of Roth 2004 Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapes-roth-2004-merlot-long-island/,Merlot,2004,The Grapes of Roth ,Red,Italy,"Emilio Primo (a pretty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah) opens with fresh fruit tones and drying mineral, backed by sweet spice and toasted almond. In the mouth, the wine is direct and sharp with piquant freshness on the close.",Emilio Primo,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre del Marchesato 2008 Emilio Primo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2008-emilio-primo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Terre del Marchesato 13.5,White,US,"You won't find a better Pinot Grigio at this price in California. It's just wonderful, with brisk acidity perking up flavors of lemons, limes, green apples and honey. Production was 111,000 cases.",Private Selection,11,89,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2009 Private Selection Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-private-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Robert Mondavi ,Red,US,"Ponzi's mainstream Pinot Noir really brings the fruit in 2008, a wealth of blueberry and black raspberry flavors. From aging in 30% new French oak come streaks of clove and anise, with just a hint of moist loam. Tannins are light and ripe.",,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ponzi ,White,Portugal,"Rounded and smooth, with some Alvarinho in the blend (which explains the regional appellation), giving weight, full-bodied richness to go with bright green fruits. There is just a final touch of wood.",Pó de Poeira Branco,,89,Duriense,,,Poeira 2009 Pó de Poeira Branco White (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2009-po-branco-white-duriense/,Portuguese White,2009,Poeira 13.5,White,Austria,"Apricot and pineapple flavors compete easily with citrus and minerality. The acidity is just gearing up to power through the ripe fruit, with a nervy, tense edge and a rich honey and spice aftertaste.",Silberbichl Reserve,,89,Kremstal,,,Stift Göttweig 2009 Silberbichl Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-gottweig-2009-silberbichl-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Stift Göttweig 12.5,Sparkling,US,"There's a refined elegance to this delicious sparkler made from a classic blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Soft bubbles burst with a bouquet of freshly baked brioche, fresh pears and delicate white flowers. The palate is dry with a brisk, minerally, lemon-lime profile.",Brut,29,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2006 Brut (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2006-brut-long-island-north-fork/,Champagne Blend,2006,Sparkling Pointe 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fine balance between the nuttiness of aged tawny and ripe sweet fruit makes an attractive, mellow yet tangy wine. The sweetness is given liveliness by the final acidity.",Quinta da Ervamoira 10-Year-Old Tawny,41,89,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Quinta da Ervamoira 10-Year-Old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-quinta-da-ervamoira-10-year-old-tawny-port-121128/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 13,Dessert,Italy,"Passrì di Scrapona is a highly concentrated and rich dessert wine that shows very nice aromatic balance and intensity. Aromas here include toasted almond, apricot, honeysuckle and loads of honey. The wine feels syrupy and shows big weight and density on the long, sweet finish.",Passrì di Scrapona,60,89,Piedmont,Strevi,,Marenco 2005 Passrì di Scrapona Moscato (Strevi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marenco-2005-passri-scrapona-muscat-moscato-strevi/,Moscato,2005,Marenco 14.5,Red,US,"A good wine that delivers the power you want. It's dry and rich in blackberries, currants, chocolate and smoky cedar. There's a slight rusticity in the form of a tannin-acid inconsistency.",,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Longfellow 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longfellow-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Longfellow 14,Red,South Africa,"This Cab-dominant Bordeaux-style blend needs some time to come around, with closed aromas of dark fruits, cedar, leather and cigar box trying to fully unfold in the bouquet. The mouthfeel is creamy but gripping, the texture like crushed velvet that lingers on the finish. Black berries and plum flavors fill the mouth, accented by herbal notes of thyme, sweet spice and tobacco leaf.",Rubicon,29,89,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2006 Rubicon Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2006-rubicon-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Meerlust 12.5,White,France,"A wine that emphasizes the honeyed aspects of Chenin Blanc, without becoming overly sweet. It hits a good middle balance, giving sweet white fruits, plenty of acidity and a finishing dry structure. Age this for 5 years or drink now.",Le Chemin des Loges Demi-Sec,32,89,Loire Valley,Montlouis-sur-Loire,,Domaine les Loges de la Folie 2005 Le Chemin des Loges Demi-Sec (Montlouis-sur-Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-loges-folie-2005-le-chemin-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-montlouis-sur/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Domaine les Loges de la Folie 13,Red,Argentina,"Not many 2004 Argentine wines are still on the market, and yet this isn't showing any age. In fact, it's racy and a little sheering, with citric acidity that's keeping it fresh, firm, vital and lively. Flavors of zesty berry fruits come with a touch of oaky vanilla, but not too much. Very nice for a mature blend of Malbec and Merlot.",Encuentro,35,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Felipe Rutini 2004 Encuentro Malbec-Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2004-encuentro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-mendoza/,Malbec-Merlot,2004,Felipe Rutini ,Red,France,"Bringing out the tannic side of Fleurie, this Sélection is a chunky, structured wine whose black currant-skin flavors mingle with bitter cherries. It layers a fine juiciness with the structure.",Sélection,,89,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"A complex and intense single-vineyard wine, it has ripe berry fruits with dark tannins. Only at the end is the juicy character of the wine on show.",Domaine des Versauds,,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine des Versauds (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-versauds-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14,Red,Australia,"This Bordeaux-inspired blend of Cab Sauvignon (30%), Petit Verdot (25%), Merlot (25%) and Cab Franc (20%) manages to be crisp and bright in acids while the tannins are ripe and plush. Tart berry flavors are marked by a not-so-subtle kiss of vanilla-laden oak. Probably at its best over the next few years.",Tatty Road,20,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2008 Tatty Road Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2008-tatty-road-red-mclaren-vale/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Gemtree ,White,US,"Dry Riesling began as a limited, regional offering, but with a price drop and a three-fold increase in production in 2009, it seems to have arrived on the national stage. Loaded with tight, tart fruit flavors of apple, pear, grapefruit and lemon, this dense and delightful wine is surefire for a wide range of seafood and pastas in white sauce.",Dry,10,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Red,France,"Perfumed with its new wood, not excessively as in the past but obviously. That gives the tannins an extra polish, smoothing the wine, leaving black currant fruit to shine through. Age for 4–8 years.",Quintessence,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Pontac-Lynch 2008 Quintessence (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontac-lynch-2008-quintessence-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pontac-Lynch 13.9,Red,New Zealand,"Possibly just in a sullen phase, this reserve bottling from Craggy's home vineyard is dominated for the moment by smoke and cedar on the nose, and while there is some cherry fruit apparent in the mouth, it doesn't appear to be fully expressing itself. The impression is of a wine that's tightly coiled and may yet improve with another year or two of aging.",Te Muna Aroha,70,89,Martinborough,,,Craggy Range 2006 Te Muna Aroha Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2006-te-muna-aroha-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2006,Craggy Range 13,Red,France,"In the far north of the Haut-Médoc, Château Coufran is under the same ownership as Verdigan. It has perhaps a more austere character than its stablemate, with also more potential for aging. The fruit is structured and solid, a very textured wine.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Coufran 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coufran-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Coufran 14,Red,France,"Vibrant and lively red fruit aromas blend with fragrant woody spice in the bouquet. The cherry and berry flavors transition to the palate, where somewhat gripping tannins coupled with notes of fudgy brownie and black pepper add depth to the finish.",Le Petit Arthur,10,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2006 Le Petit Arthur Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2006-le-petit-arthur-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château Cabezac 13.5,Red,France,"Almost black in color, this is a solid, very chunky wine. Its black berry and bitter chocolate flavors push through an immense tannic structure, powered by a tough, stalky texture. It is very firm, edging on austere.",Prestige,25,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2007 Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2007-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château Haut-Monplaisir 13.5,Red,France,"Still showing its tannins, this wine is developing well. It is relatively light in texture, the sweet berry fruits balanced with a layer of acidity.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin Manuel 2004 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-manuel-2004-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Grand Corbin Manuel ,Red,Italy,"Despite its very young age, this bright 30-30-40 blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon shows impressive sophistication and personality. Neutral oak is used to fine-tune the spice aromas and the wine shows intense flavors of blackberry, cherry, leather and pipe tobacco.",Moreccio,,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2009 Moreccio (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2009-moreccio-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Casa di Terra 13,Red,France,"On the lean side, this has a light acidity, closed red berry fruits and a dry core of tannins. It is firm and hard-edged at this young stage, the structure dominant. Give it 3–4 years to broaden out.",Premier Cru,32,89,Burgundy,Givry,,Clos du Cellier aux Moines 2008 Premier Cru (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-cellier-aux-moines-2008-premier-cru-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clos du Cellier aux Moines 13,Red,France,"A fully balanced wine, showing ripe black fruits over a strong sense of acidity, wood and juicy tannins. The wine has weight and richness while also keeping a firm, dry aging potential.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Verdignan 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-verdignan-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Verdignan 13,Red,France,"With some weight behind the firm tannins, this is beginning to develop into a dense and powerful wine. It has black plum and berry fruits and a layer of fresher strawberry juice. Throughout there are dry tannins to hold the structure together.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tour Coutelin 2007 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-coutelin-2007-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Tour Coutelin ,Red,US,"The Sunnyside Pinot Noirs are consistently pretty wines, with tempting aromas of ripe cherries, underscored with spicy herb. Barrel aging brings a chocolate wash to the finish; all in all a very drinkable effort best enjoyed when young.",Sunnyside,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Sunnyside Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-sunnyside-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Amity Vineyards 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and dense on the nose, with herbal blueberry and prune aromas. This is powerful Malbec, with meaty, sweet flavors of black fruit, blueberry, dry spice and menthol. The feel is soft and easy, with a finish that is smooth and deep but not overly potent.",Swinto Old Vine,35,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Belasco de Baquedano 2008 Swinto Old Vine Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2008-swinto-old-vine-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Belasco de Baquedano ,Red,US,"This citrusy Syrah, from a vineyard on the Royal Slope, spent 18 months in 75% new French oak. Yet it is not oaky or even particularly toasty; what comes through are tart berry flavors with a backbone of leaf and stem. It shows some heat in the finish, and a wash of chalky chocolate. This is a wine to decant.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2007 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2007-stillwater-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Guardian 12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Toasty and citrusy, this is a prototypical méthode Champenoise sparkler, blending Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier from the cool island of Tasmania, off Australia's southern coast. It's medium in weight, with a crisp lemony finish that invites a second sip.",Premium Cuvée Brut,20,89,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Jansz NV Premium Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jansz-nv-premium-cuvee-brut-sparkling-tasmania/,Sparkling Blend,,Jansz 14.6,Red,US,"With four years of age behind it, this Cab is soft and fine and ready to drink now. It's delicious in blackberry, cherry, currant, licorice, beef jerky and smoky oak flavors, and feels elegant in the mouth.",Redwood Hill Vineyard Tableau,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hauck 2006 Redwood Hill Vineyard Tableau Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauck-2006-redwood-hill-vineyard-tableau-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hauck 13.5,White,US,"Made in the Bonterra style of exceedingly pure fruit, this Chardonnay brims with delicious tangerines and pears. It has pretty acids that make it feel clean in the mouth. A delightful wine made even richer with a touch of new oak.",,14,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2009 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Bonterra 13,White,Austria,"An impressive, rich Riesling that shows a balance between tropical fruit flavors as well as textured acidity. Apple and pineapple come together harmoniously with perfumes and a delicious juicy aftertaste.",Kellermeister Privat Kremser Kremsleiten,19,89,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Kellermeister Privat Kremser Kremsleiten Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-kellermeister-privat-kremser-kremsleiten-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Winzer Krems 12.5,White,Austria,"A racy Grüner, crisply fruity and packed with both acidity and the typical varietal spice. It has fine balance with ripe apples adding to the mix, leaving a wine with a great final tang. Screw cap.",Vienna Hills,18,89,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2009 Vienna Hills Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2009-vienna-hills-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Wieninger 14,Red,Australia,"This wine shows some of the cool-climate notes associated with Western Australia and its maritime climate; green tobacco and other herbs intertwine with bright cassis fruit. At the same time, the fine quality of the tannins is evident in this wine's velvety texture, which makes it a pleasure to drink. Best now–2017.",Book Ends,24,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2007 Book Ends Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2007-book-ends-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,West Cape Howe 13.5,Red,US,"Full-flavored, broadly-displayed and engaging with a mix of cranberry, raspberry and Bing cherry, this tasty Pinot Noir fills in the back end with pleasing barrel flavors. Buttered toast and caramel give it a smooth and creamy finish, and the alcohol is right at 13.5%.",Marylhurst Estate,36,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2008 Marylhurst Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2008-marylhurst-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vista Hills 14,Red,Spain,"A delicious wine and very much the model for value in Spanish Garnacha. That this has 25% Tempranillo only seems to make it better; the nose is sweet but full and plummy. The palate is pure, flavorful and sweet, with baked cherry, earthiness and a hint of chocolate. A wine to buy in quantity, i.e. by the case.",,8,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2009 Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2009-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2009,Borsao 14,Red,South Africa,"Crushed violet petals, plum, roasty coffee and cocoa dusted black cherry aromas all welcome you on the bouquet of this wine. The round mouth is just as opulent and inviting, with more dark fruit and mocha notes backed by sweet spice. Tasty and easy to drink.",,17,89,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2007 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2007-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2007,Beau Joubert ,Red,Italy,"Baia al Vento (windy bay) is a mostly Merlot-based wine (with tiny percentages of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot) with big, ripe, chewy fruit at its core. The aromas include sweet cherry, jammy blackberry and cured meat.",Baia al Vento,,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Campo al Mare 2007 Baia al Vento (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-mare-2007-baia-vento-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Campo al Mare ,Red,Italy,"Delivers a rich and food friendly blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The wine is loaded with cherry and black fruit with a rich, but not over extracted personality.",Ruith Hora,,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Caccia al Piano 1868 2008 Ruith Hora (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caccia-al-piano-1868-2008-ruith-hora-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1868,Caccia al Piano 1868 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Smooth and silky, ripe stone fruit flavors are complemented by a flexible structure that gives shape to the juicy character. A light edge of wood and fine acidity complete the balance.",Terra Grande Reserva,15,89,Alentejano,,,Parras Vinhos 2007 Terra Grande Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2007-terra-grande-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Parras Vinhos 14.6,White,US,"Oak dominates this wine, with buttered toast and vanilla aromas and flavors. It's a little obvious, but there's a solid core of pineapple fruit, and plenty of racy acidity. Exotic; a Chardonnay to drink now.",Lucia Highlands Vineyard,26,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2008 Lucia Highlands Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2008-lucia-highlands-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Pessagno ,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh and lively super Tuscan blend that would make a fantastic companion to roasted lasagna with ground beef and hearty tomato sauce. The wine is soft, velvety and layered with mature aromas of red berry, spice, leather and tobacco.",Albatro,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Máté 2006 Albatro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2006-albatro-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Máté 14,Red,Portugal,"Chewy tannins presage a firm, ageworthy wine. At this stage, it is all bitter chocolate and extraction, the fruit not evident. Dark, brooding, feeling heavy, this needs many years for the tannins to soften.",Reserva,45,89,Alentejano,,,Monte do Pintor 2007 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-pintor-2007-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Monte do Pintor ,Red,US,"An interesting Rhône blend (40% Grenache, 26% Cinsault, 23% Syrah and 11% Mourvèdre) sappy and bright, with a generous mix of berries. Still tasting quite young and tight, this may benefit from additional cellar time.",Rouge des Coteaux,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2007 Rouge des Coteaux Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2007-rouge-coteaux-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Olsen Estates 13,White,Spain,"Crisp, clean and minerally on the nose, with apple and green-fruit aromas. It has a round, smooth feel and flavors of peach, apple and citrus that will enliven the palate and aid almost any seafood, vegetable or salad. A natural wine with just enough powdery sweetness to raise a smile.",,18,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nora 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nora-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Nora 14.1,White,US,"A softly gentle, ultrarich Chardonnay. Fruity flavors of pineapples and Key lime pie are enriched with notes of caramelized vanilla, buttered toast, sautéed banana and honey. A stony minerality offers much needed weight and balance. Delicious. Drink now.",,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Antica 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Antica 14.5,Red,Spain,"Baked, earthy and leathery, just like all the AN wines. But there's also a smooth intersection of the old and new worlds here; it's one part rooty, oaky and rich but also dry, leathery and indigenous to the Balearics (the base grape is Callet). Finishes a little sweet and warm, and thus it's begging to be drunk now.",Àn,50,89,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Illes Balears,,Ànima Negra 2006 Àn Red (Vi de la Terra Illes Balears),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2006-an-red-vi-terra-illes-balears/,Red Blend,2006,Ànima Negra 14.7,Red,US,"From the new Happy Canyon appellation, this wine is so close to being so good. It's dry and rich in acidity, and complex in blackberry, cherry and currant flavors that finish long and sweet. This new 7200 line from Foxen is worth watching over future vintages.",Range 30 West,35,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 7200 2008 Range 30 West Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-7200-2008-range-30-west-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,7200,Foxen 7200 14.9,Red,US,"As this Cabernet develops in the glass, the oak takes over, offering rich aromas and flavors of caramel, vanilla and wood spices. Underneath is a nice Cabernet with cherry and blackberry flavors. The wine is dry and crisp and fairly tannic. A study in progress.",Grassini Family Vineyard,36,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 7200 2007 Grassini Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-7200-2007-grassini-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,7200,Foxen 7200 14,Red,South Africa,"The nose of this Cab is very inviting with heady aromas of black cherry, cassis and blueberry infused with leather and woody spice. More of the same unfolds on the palate with cedar notes supporting the dark fruit. The mouthfeel is round and full but structured with tightly woven tannins carrying through the long finish.",Unfiltered,22,89,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2007 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2007-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fleur Du Cap 13,Red,France,"A dry wine with firm tannins over the juicy red-cherry fruits. It is structured, while likely to develop well over the next few years. The wood and fruit are both attractive at this stage.",Collection Premier Cru,50,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,L. Tramier & Fils 2007 Collection Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-tramier-fils-2007-collection-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,L. Tramier & Fils 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with an enticing package of cedar, tobacco, herb, leather and black-fruit aromas. The palate has live-wire acidity and overall the wine is bright, piercing and full, with herbal black cherry, cassis and cola flavors. The finish is a little quick and short on flavor but big on texture and tannins. Made from Syrah, Cab Sauvignon and Carmenère.",Kuyen,30,89,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2008 Kuyen Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuyen-2008-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Antiyal 12,White,US,"Intense and bright with a wonderfully complex nose of slate and stones, combined with elegantly subdued florals. It's dry, but there's a whisper of lemon drop sweetness throughout. Beautifully balanced with an intensely mineral, steely finish.",Dry,18,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Hermann J. Wiemer 13.5,Red,France,"Rich, velvet-textured wine, this has weight and tannins surrounded by red berry fruits, soft acidity and a lingering sweet aftertaste.",,,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,Maison Champy 2008 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 14,Red,Italy,"Le Tre Stelle (the three stars) is named after Maria Rubicini and her two daughters that run this boutique estate in San Gimignano, Tuscany. This 100% Merlot offers ripe and succulent aromas of black fruit, cherry and blackberry. Thanks to 12 months of oak aging, it also shows fine aromas of leather, spice and tobacco.",Doanto,,89,Tuscany,San Gimignano,,Le Tre Stelle 2005 Doanto Merlot (San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-tre-stelle-2005-doanto-merlot-san-gimignano/,Merlot,2005,Le Tre Stelle 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Meaty, dense and rich aromas, with driving scents of prune, licorice, blackberry and cola. The palate is healthy and rich, and it keeps in step with flavors of blackberry, dark plum and savory spice. Finishes lightly roasted and dark, with a saucy aftertaste that separates it from the masses. A lusty Malbec to drink now.",Reserva,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2007 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2007-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Ruca Malen ,Red,Italy,"Greppicante is an oaky, spicy blend of Cab Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc with loads of black fruit, asphalt, tar, licorice, natural rubber and concentrated cherry. The wine is bold and chewy in the mouth with firm, succulent tannins that will soften with time.",Greppicante,29,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta I Greppi 2008 Greppicante (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-i-greppi-2008-greppicante-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta I Greppi 13.7,White,New Zealand,"A very good effort, with attractive nectarine and melon fruit underscored by grapefruit notes that brighten and enliven the long, mouthcoating finish.",,15,89,Martinborough,,,Tablelands 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablelands-2009-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tablelands 12.5,Sparkling,Austria,"A sophisticated wine that shows richness, creamy character and a fine, crisp toast edge. The fruit is packed with pear and apricot flavors, but is well integrated into a richer, more mature character.",Cuvée Prestige Brut,,89,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Szigeti NV Cuvée Prestige Brut White (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/szigeti-nv-cuvee-prestige-brut-white-blend-austrian-osterreichischer-sekt/,Austrian white blend,,Szigeti 13.5,White,US,"Run, don't walk, to find this 100% varietal Sauvignon Blanc—it's a steal. Shows why Dry Creek Valley has had a reputation for this variety for so long. Dry and crisp and unoaked, yet richly honeyed, it offers waves of mouth-flattering citrus, tropical fruit, green apple, white peach and pear flavors. Production was only 336 cases.",,10,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stromberg Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stromberg-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stromberg Vineyards 13,White,Austria,"The Hengsberg vineyard, close to the Klosterneuburg monastery, produces this luscious Grüner, very concentrated and rich. Apples and pear flavors dominate, although underneath there is spice to add complexity. Worth aging for 1–2 years. Glass stopper.",Hengsberg,17,89,Niederösterreich,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2009 Hengsberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2009-hengsberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Stift Klosterneuburg 13.5,Red,Austria,"A blend that brings together French and Austrian varietals into a smooth, rich wine. Licorice, sweet fruit jelly and spice go with toast and polished acidity to give a wine with an international feel.",Chorus,37,89,Thermenregion,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2008 Chorus Red (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2008-chorus-red-thermenregion/,Red Blend,2008,Stift Klosterneuburg 12.5,White,US,"If you're looking for a truly bone-dry Riesling from the Finger Lakes, look no further than Ravines. It's uncharacteristically austere for the region, with a lean, light body and a mineral laden, wet-stone palate. Lots of freshly squeezed lime juice and a citrus rind finish makes this an elegant, drinkable choice.",Argetsinger Vineyard Dry,25,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2008 Argetsinger Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2008-argetsinger-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Ravines 14.5,Red,France,"Apart from making its own branded wines, the go-ahead Buzet cooperative sells a number of wines from privately-owned estates. This wine is firmly in the tradition of Bordeaux blends, with its dry tannins and firm, licorice and bitter chocolate flavors. It would be worth aging for 2 more years.",Château de Gueyze,22,89,Southwest France,Buzet,,Vignerons de Buzet 2005 Château de Gueyze Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buzet-2005-chateau-gueyze-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Vignerons de Buzet ,White,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine, very rich and opulent. It has great layers of spice, guava, sweet nectarine, along with a light citrus touch. It feels high in alcohol, which is a shame.",Olho de Mocho Reserva Branco,25,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Rocim 2009 Olho de Mocho Reserva Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-rocim-2009-olho-mocho-reserva-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade do Rocim ,Red,France,"Attractive, luscious fruits are balanced by acidity and tannins. There is just a hint of green, and the black currant and mineral texture give a chewy, firm aftertaste.",Le Village,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Le Village (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-le-village-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont ,Red,Italy,"Poggio ai Ginepri (a luscious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot that is aged 50-50 in stainless steel and oak) shows fresh fruit characteristics of blackberry, cherry and plum. There are spice and tobacco notes but they are distant and well dosed. This is a great food wine to pair with any beef, veal or pork dish.",Poggio ai Ginepri,18,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2008 Poggio ai Ginepri (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2008-poggio-ai-ginepri-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta Argentiera 12.5,White,Spain,"Starts out a little gaseous and sulfuric, but it picks up steam in the mouth, where flavors of apricot, citrus and tropical fruits perform a likeable dance. Powerful acidity pushes it in the right direction, and the finish of lychee, passion fruit and nectarine is lasting. Very nice wine but relatively high in price.",,25,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Frades 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-frades-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Mar de Frades 14.1,Red,US,"Shows how ripe the Napa side of Carneros can grow Pinot Noir. Floods the mouth with strawberry, raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, while French oak contributes toasty sweet vanilla and toast richness. Delicious and appealing now and for a couple more years.",Papi y Chula Vineyard,38,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Campesino 2008 Papi y Chula Vineyard Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campesino-2008-papi-chula-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Campesino 14.1,Red,US,"A dark, dry, tannic and rustic wine, made from this old variety. Very full-bodied, with moo shu plum sauce, anise, black currant and cedar flavors. Like a blast from 100 years ago, the kind of vino rosso the pioneers used to make. Will last for many years.",Estate Lemley Ranch Vineyard,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Obscurity 2008 Estate Lemley Ranch Vineyard Charbono (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obscurity-2008-estate-lemley-ranch-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Charbono,2008,Obscurity 14.5,Red,US,"Power and concentration mark this Syrah. It's explosive in cherry, raspberry, bacon, mocha, pepper, mineral and new oak flavors that are frankly delicious, and the mouthfeel is pure silk. Could be a bit firmer and more structured, but it sure is a good red wine to drink now.",Doctor's Vineyard,49,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Wrath 2008 Doctor's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2008-doctors-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2008,Wrath 14.2,White,US,"Finished with a little oak, this Chardonnay features buttered toast and vanilla flavors on top of the pineapple, tropical fruit and sweet honey notes. It's a nice, stylishly rich wine to drink now.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Hook & Ladder 13,White,Italy,"Prelius is run by Castello di Volpaia's Federica Mascheroni Stianti and this light Vermentino offers tight tones of peach, green fruit and mineral. The wine is fresh and compact with loads of citrus on the close.",,17,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Prelius 2008 Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prelius-2008-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2008,Prelius 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Simple, nice and not trying too hard; this basic brut is graced with nice apple and citrus aromas. The palate is wet, juicy and classic, with crisp apple, green herb and melon flavors. Round, clean and just crisp enough.",Brut Reserva,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava-122090/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 14.5,Red,US,"A rich, tasty wine, whose berry, cherry, smoked meat, anise, spice and sandalwood flavors are soft and gentle enough to drink now. Combining elegance with rusticity, its varietal blend is mainly Zinfandel, with Merlot and Cab Sauvignon and Franc.",Hooded Merganser,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paraduxx 2007 Hooded Merganser Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraduxx-2007-hooded-merganser-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Paraduxx 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This extra dry expression opens with grassy tones of herb, white flower and loads of stone fruit. There's a touch of sweetness on the fade, but otherwise this bubbly offers a clean, tonic close.",Extra Dry,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bortolotti 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a wonderfully executed Brut Prosecco that shows firm, tonic bubbling and enticing aromas of stone fruit, honey and crushed white stone. It tastes drying and sharp in the mouth, making this sparkler a perfect companion to fried finger foods. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Brut,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bortolotti 13.5,Red,US,"Bogle continues to outperform nearly everybody else in their price range. Tasted alongside far more expensive Cabs, this wine performed well. It's dry and elegantly structured, with classic blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors. Production was an easy to find 175,000 cases.",,11,87,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bogle 14.5,Red,US,"This soft, elegant wine is slightly herbaceous, with green olive and sage flavors alongside the riper blackberries. It's totally dry, and the tannins are very finely ground, giving it a pliant, gentle mouthfeel. Drink now.",Lot 179,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 179 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-179-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Cameron Hughes 15,Dessert,Italy,"This sweet Vin Santo is a blend of Malvasia and Trebbiano aged many long years in small oak casks. This particular interpretation offers distinctive aromas of roasted chestnut and maple syrup with hints of dried herb, grass and drying mineral.",375ml,40,87,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Vignamaggio 2002 375ml (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignamaggio-2002-375ml-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,2002,Vignamaggio 13,White,US,"Shows the clean acidity and purity this appellation bring to white wines, with savory tangerine, pineapple, green apple and vanilla cream flavors. Lovely as an appetizer wine, or with sole sautéed in butter.",Riverbank,13,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2008 Riverbank Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2008-riverbank-riesling-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Riesling,2008,Wente 14.8,Red,US,"The grapes sure got ripe, offering palate-flattering flavors of cherries, raspberries and blackberries. And there's lots of pretty oak. The next step for this ambitious bottling is to build in layers of complexity. Drink now.",Range 30 West,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 7200 2007 Range 30 West Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-7200-2007-range-30-west-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,7200,Foxen 7200 14.2,Red,US,"A pretty good Pinot Noir from a producer that specializes in it. Shows the classy balance of the winery's more expensive bottlings, although it's not as rich in fruit. But it's still a nice, dry wine. Easy to find, with 35,800 cases produced.",Avant-Garde,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2008 Avant-Garde Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2008-avant-garde-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Carneros 13.9,White,US,"For the price, this is a good deal in a rich California Chardonnay from a major producer. The wine is dry and crisp, with rich flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, mangoes and honeysuckle, and the minerally edge that a Calera Chardonnay usually shows.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2009 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2009-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Calera 14.8,Red,US,"Shows the rich fruit, acidity and silky texture of Calera's spot on Mount Harlan, with cherry, cola and sweet sandalwood flavors. It's not as complex or concentrated as the single-vineyard bottlings, but is a good approximation.",Mt. Harlan Cuvée,30,87,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2007 Mt. Harlan Cuvée Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2007-mt-harlan-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calera 14,White,US,"This is a good wine to drink if you want a modestly elegant Chardonnay to serve alongside food, instead of a big, oaky sweetie. It's dry and crisp and clean, with pleasantly rich flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, green apples, minerals and vanilla. Easy to find, with 17,000 cases produced.",Estate,18,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2009-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Alexander Valley Vineyards 13.9,Red,US,"A little brusque in texture, with some tartness, but there's a lot of richness. Shows complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, black currants, cola, dark bitter chocolate, cedar and spices, with a pleasant minerality, and the finish is bone dry. Brisk tannins make it an ideal companion to roasted meats and hard cheeses. Production was 47,000 cases.",Estate,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alexander Valley Vineyards ,Red,US,"This is dusty, and scented with earth and pine needles. Quite young, it tastes very tart, almost like cranberry juice. With significant breathing time it begins to broaden out and hint at a dusty, chocolate undertone. Good grip and medium body.",,18,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Acrobat 2009 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acrobat-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Acrobat 14.5,White,US,"Here's a softly rich Chardonnay that shows lots of appeal at a pretty good price. It's honeyed in pineapple, nectarine, guava and vanilla cream flavors, with a pretty overlay of sweetly smoked oak.",,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Charles Krug 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Charles Krug 15,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a lighter, less bulky expression of Recioto that opens with a dark ruby color and pretty aromas of wild berry and dark cherry. It tastes sweet and thick, ending with a slight tannic nod that is firm without being astringent.",500ml,,87,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Corte Sant' Alda 2006 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-2006-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Corte Sant' Alda 13,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Fonplégade is fresh and bright with good fruits, berry flavors and some richness. It has good poise; ready to drink in 2–3 years.",Fleur de Fonplégade,45,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonplégade 2007 Fleur de Fonplégade (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonplegade-2007-fleur-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Fonplégade 13,Red,France,"Dry tannins dominate this rough-edged wine. There are plenty of bitter cherry and cocoa flavors, while the acidity gives an attractive freshness. Those tannins need a year to settle down.",,20,87,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Château de Minière 2008 Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-miniere-2008-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Château de Minière 13,Red,France,"A dense wine, from one of the landmark chateaus of Listrac. It is a little rough around the edges at this stage, but wait for the chunky tannins to soften and the black plum fruits to come forward.",,,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Lestage 2008 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestage-2008-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lestage 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dry and peppery to start, with muted berry fruit aromas along with wood shavings. The palate is snappy, clean and juicy, with raspberry, vanilla and tobacco-like flavors. More basic than special, with a steady, light-framed finish. More than functional; likely good with food.",Añares Reserva,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Olarra 2004 Añares Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-olarra-2004-anares-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Bodegas Olarra ,Red,Italy,This 60-40 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot opens with jammy aromas of cherry marmalade and blackberry preserves. The fruit tones are very intense but the spice nuances are integrated and folded within the natural density of the mouthfeel.,Patrimonio,29,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 2008 Patrimonio (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonino-tringali-casanuova-2008-patrimonio-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 13.9,Red,US,"This is a wonderful Pinot Noir to drink now for its dry crispness, silky elegance, and pleasant cherry, currant, Dr. Pepper and teriyaki beef flavors. Polished and supple, and easy to find, with nearly 38,000 cases produced.",,23,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2008 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2008-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Husch 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Ra'is exhibits a simple, genuine quality with aromas of citrus, almond, peach, apricot and honey. The golden dessert wine is made with aromatic Moscato grapes and shows a light, buoyant feel with herb and a touch of spice on the close.",Ra'is 500ml,25,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Moscato di Noto,,Baglio di Pianetto 2007 Ra'is 500ml (Moscato di Noto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2007-rais-500ml-muscat-moscato-moscato-noto/,Moscato,2007,Baglio di Pianetto 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Opens with a drying mineral note that squarely frames sweeter aromas of stone fruit, melon, honey and white spring flower. It's an informal, compact sparkler with bright acidity and a tonic, firm close.",Dirupo Extra Dry,27,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2009 Dirupo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2009-dirupo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Andreola 14.3,Red,US,"Lots of raspberry, cherry, cola, red currant, licorice and bacon flavors in this dry Pinot Noir, and it has a wonderfully silky texture. Loses a few points for an acidic sharpness, though, that's likely to never go away.",Lambda,35,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2007 Lambda Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2007-lambda-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ampelos 12.5,Red,France,"This is a leaner style of wine than some 2008s, with acidity and dry tannins tightly coiled around black currant fruits. It needs time to soften out.",,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château les Ormes Sorbet 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-sorbet-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château les Ormes Sorbet 14.8,Red,US,"Good, dry flavors of red cherries, red currants, orange zest, Dr. Pepper and anise in this silky smooth, tart wine. It's a little off in texture, with some minty sharpness, so drink now.",Chamisal Vineyards,38,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Chamisal Vineyards 2008 Chamisal Vineyards Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamisal-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chamisal Vineyards 13,White,South Africa,"Here's a fresh and attractive unoaked Chardonnay with vibrant flavors of pear, sweet clementine, yellow florals and crunchy peach. There's an impression of effervescence from the forward acidity, and the finish is long but remarkably crisp.",Sans Barrique,21,87,Walker Bay,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2009 Sans Barrique Chardonnay (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2009-sans-barrique-chardonnay-walker-bay/,Chardonnay,2009,Bouchard Finlayson 14.5,White,US,"Clean and crisp in acidity, with a rich overlay of smoky, caramelized oak, this Chardonnay has appealing pineapple, peach and lime fruit flavors. There's a honey sweet finish, although the wine itself is totally dry. Good price for all this opulence.",Reserve,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2008,EOS ,Red,France,"There's a fine force of tannin here, giving the wine weight and structure. This balances well with red berry fruits, a light citrus edge and final juicy acidity.",Sélection,,87,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13,White,New Zealand,"This value-priced offering starts off with slightly subdued notes of passion fruit, but gains a bit of intensity on the palate. It's a simple, tropically fruity Sauvignon Blanc with a soft, easygoing finish.",,10,87,Marlborough,,,Frenzy 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenzy-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Frenzy 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Aromas of cherry and leather come with burnt earth and smoke, but overall the nose is inviting. The palate is solid in feel, with good weight and drive that supports a smoky flavor profile of red berries and controlled bitterness. Finishes toasty, with a lick of bitter chocolate.",Elyssia Pinot Noir Brut,18,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Elyssia Pinot Noir Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-elyssia-pinot-noir-brut-sparkling-cava-122097/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 12.5,White,Austria,"From rich soil on the lower terraces of the Kremstal, this is a classic Grüner, clean, crisp, fruity with apples and green plums and a touch of spice. Screw cap.",Lössterrassen,,87,Niederösterreich,,,Felsner 2009 Lössterrassen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2009-lossterrassen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Felsner 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Loads of black pepper and foliage notes unfold in the bouquet here, with supporting aromas of bacon, game and red plum skins. The fruit is a bit more assertive in the satiny mouth, with plum flesh and ripe cherry lifting the cured meat character. A superb value that's complex yet approachable.",,11,87,Coastal Region,,,Ernst Gouws & Co. 2008 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-gouws-co-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2008,Ernst Gouws & Co. 12,Red,US,"Full bodied with a velvety heft on the palate, this Reserve Merlot from Hudson-Chatham offers a striking balance of intensity and elegance. From the nose to the palate, there's a bounty of rich dark fruit, bramble and smoke layered with silky oak and firm tannins.",Reserve,22,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2007 Reserve Merlot (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2007-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Hudson-Chatham ,Red,Portugal,"This is a big, spicy wine, its dark berry fruits balanced with ginger, acidity and wood. It has power and good concentration, leaving a rich, jammy aftertaste.",Rocim,18,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Rocim 2007 Rocim Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-rocim-2007-rocim-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade do Rocim 13,White,Portugal,"A soft and rich wine, lined with fresh pear, bitter almonds, fresh herbs and a glint of citrus. It is full bodied, while remaining fresh.",Monte da Peceguina Branco,20,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2009 Monte da Peceguina Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2009-monte-da-peceguina-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 13.4,Red,US,"This Sangiovese wants decanting for a few hours to let it breathe and open up. Right out of the bottle, it's acidic and tannic, with lots of astringency covering the cherry, red currant and tobacco flavors. Drink now, with rich, oily fare.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2007 Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2007-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2007,Mosby 14.1,White,US,"This is a strong, direct Chardonnay that offers no subtlety, but impresses for sheer power. It dazzles with tangerine, pineapple and peach flavors, with plenty of new oak. Ready now.",Estate Grown,28,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2008 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2008-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2008,Monticello Vineyards 14,Red,Portugal,"Big, chunky and ripe, with earthy aromas followed by soft, round texture. Spice and black berry fruit juice are supported by dry tannins. It is bold, a little rough around the edges.",,18,87,Alentejano,,,Monte da Ravasqueira 2008 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-ravasqueira-2008-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Monte da Ravasqueira 14,Red,Italy,"The blend is 50% Sangiovese with Merlot, Syrah and Alicante, and the final result is that of richness, plushness and all around berry intensity. The fade is soft, slightly sweet and driven by easy berry flavors. Would make a fabulous companion to pasta and meat roast type dishes.",Mirus,25,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Mocali 2007 Mirus (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2007-mirus-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Mocali 13.5,White,US,"Pretty rich and exotic for a Sauvignon Blanc, with tropical fruit and orange fruit flavors that might easily be Viognier. But it shows Sauvignon's zingy acidity, and finishes a little sweet. Easy to drink on its own.",Grandview Vineyard,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2009 Grandview Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2009-grandview-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Paradise Ridge 13,Red,US,"Bright and cheerful with a candied black cherry nose, this is a deliciously fruit-forward yet focused wine. On the palate, soft, fresh fruit and supple vanilla flavors meld beautifully with supple tannins and a rich, dark, roasted coffee finish.",Reserve,35,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2007 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2007-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Osprey's Dominion 14.5,Red,US,"A good, strong, rustic wine, with firm tannins and low acidity. The flavors are rich and complex, ranging from fresh summer blackberries to dried fruits, cocoa, licorice and briary spices. Nice as a smoother alternative to Zinfandel.",Murill Vineyard-1916 Vines,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Obscurity 2008 Murill Vineyard-1916 Vines Carignane (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obscurity-2008-murill-vineyard-1916-vines-carignan-carignane-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Carignane,2008,Obscurity 13.9,Red,US,"A delicious, balanced Pinot Noir. Shows dry, pure flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola and sandalwood, with a delicious, drink-me-now appeal.",Radog,28,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Radog 2007 Radog Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/radog-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2007,Radog 13.5,White,Chile,"A good Sauvignon Blanc but not up to the standards set by previous vintages of Terrunyo. The nose is less exciting and pungent than it has been, with grassy, generic citrus aromas. The flavors are slightly green and vegetal, with asparagus mixing with green apple and melon. And it's more soft-sided than memory suggests it should be. Drink now.",Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block 28,25,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block 28 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-terrunyo-vineyard-selection-block-28-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Concha y Toro 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Shows extra creamy foaming and rich, persistent bubbling. Beyond the soapy perlage are aromas of sweet stone fruit, apricot, honey; there's a piquant touch of chopped mint on the close.",Millesimato Dry,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Costaruél 2009 Millesimato Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaruel-2009-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Costaruél 14.2,Red,US,"Softly appealing, with rich flavors of raspberries, cherries and spices. Oak barrel aging adds textured notes of vanilla, smoke and caramel. A pretty, polished Pinot Noir for drinking now.",Gold Coast Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Costa de Oro 2008 Gold Coast Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-oro-2008-gold-coast-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Costa de Oro 15,Dessert,Italy,"Amandorlato is a brawny, powerful red dessert wine with vinous aromas of grape, raisin, dried blackberry, prune and plum. The wine is aged in large oak cask to impart some aromas of spice and smoke and the tannins are firmly astringent on the close.",Amandorlato 500 ml,55,87,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2004 Amandorlato 500 ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2004-amandorlato-500-ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Corteforte 14.1,White,US,"Defined by sheer richness and opulence, this oaky Chardonnay is meant to be opened now. It's rich and forward in pineapple and guava fruit, buttered toast, caramel and honey flavors.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Coquelicot 12,Sparkling,US,"Very full-bodied and richly forward in raspberries, cherries and oranges, with the yeasty lees and toast of sparkling wine. A little too big for classic elegance, but dry and easy to like.",Cuvée de la Pompadour Brut Rosé,36,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros NV Cuvée de la Pompadour Brut Rosé Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-nv-cuvee-pompadour-brut-rose-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Carneros 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dusty earth and dry spice aromas blend with some char, vanilla and berry/cherry on the nose. The palate shows average density and depth, with lighter flavors of strawberry, raspberry, herbs, tobacco and vanilla. Finishes dry and peppery, with some toast.",Reserva,25,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2004-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Dinastía Vivanco 12.5,White,France,"Floral and mineral, this wine has white currant flavors, herbs and green vegetables. It's full of flavor, ripe and concentrated, with great waves of fruit. The aftertaste is dry, but there's also a hint of honey.",Le Chemin des Loges Sec,30,87,Loire Valley,Montlouis-sur-Loire,,Domaine les Loges de la Folie 2005 Le Chemin des Loges Sec (Montlouis-sur-Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-loges-folie-2005-le-chemin-sec-chenin-blanc-montlouis-sur/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Domaine les Loges de la Folie 13.5,White,South Africa,"Tropical and ripe with aromas and flavors of gooseberry, soft lychee, rose petals and orange blossom. Attractive and easy to drink with moderate acidity and a clean, medium length finish.",,16,87,Coastal Region,,,De Grendel 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grendel-2009-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,De Grendel 15,Red,US,"There's a beautiful wine in here, but it's buried under so much oak, it's hard to find. Vanilla, char, buttered toast and woody aromas and flavors dominate and contribute to the tannins. The underlying Cabernet seems quite lovely, and it's an elegant, refined wine for drinking now. You have to wonder, though, why they plastered it under so much new oak.",Moose Valley Vineyard,125,87,California,Napa,St. Helena,D.R. Stephens 2007 Moose Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2007-moose-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,D.R. Stephens 14,Red,Argentina,"Starts out with leathery, cheesy aromas and then the nose transitions to heft, prune and blackberry. The palate is good but feels a touch flat, with sweet, candied black-fruit flavors. Falls off some on the finish, which tastes slightly milky. Sweet and mostly ripe, but as a whole it doesn't seem to be 100% there.",AR Guentota,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Belasco de Baquedano 2008 AR Guentota Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2008-ar-guentota-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Belasco de Baquedano 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a pure expression of Syrah from Tuscany that shows loads of sun-ripened aromas of mature berry, mesquite, pepper and smoked ham. True to the variety, the wine is smooth and rich on the close with soft tannins.",Suavis Locus Ille,14,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2007 Suavis Locus Ille Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2007-suavis-locus-ille-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Tenuta di Trecciano 14,Red,US,"Here's a rich, full-bodied and somewhat heavy wine fresh out of the bottle. Made from different vineyards throughout the appellation, it shows a certain generic Pinot Noir quality, albeit at a high level. The cherry flavors have an edge of heirloom tomato.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Samsara 2009 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samsara-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Samsara 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a simple, fresh Vermentino that shows lively tones of yellow fruit, kiwi and a touch of freshly cut grass. The wine is tonic, crisp and keeps the palate clean. Screw cap.",Emilio Primo,15,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre del Marchesato 2008 Emilio Primo Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2008-emilio-primo-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2008,Terre del Marchesato 14.2,Red,US,"A very good interpretation of Sangiovese. A pretty sharp mouthfeel, but maybe that's to be expected from this high-acid variety. Otherwise, it's nice and dry, with complex cherry, red currant, licorice, leather and sandalwood flavors. Good with spicy beef, pork and veal dishes.",Lola,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Stave 28 2007 Lola Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stave-28-2007-lola-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2007,Stave 28 13,Red,Spain,"Clear and focused, with raspberry and edgy spice aromas to the nose. The palate doesn't bring a whole bunch of meat or heft, but it is clean, racy and food-friendly. Flavors of red berries and pepper are normal and expected, while the finish is dry and lean.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2007-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Marqués de Cáceres 13.5,Red,US,"Rich and attractive, with juicy blackberry and cherry flavors that finish in a swirl of anise and Indian spices. Dry, too, with firm tannins. It's a polished wine at a good price. Best with a nice steak to cut through the astringency.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Jekel 14,Red,Italy,"Simple and straightforward, this 50-40-10 blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot delivers black concentration and slightly sweet aromas of mature fruit and blackberry. The wine tastes smooth and rich, but also remains very approachable and friendly.",D'Aria,24,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Leopoldo I di Toscana 2007 D'Aria Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leopoldo-i-di-toscana-2007-daria-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Leopoldo I di Toscana 13.9,Red,US,"Here's a soft, lushly delicious wine to drink now with steak, veal, pork, chicken or just about anything that wants a dry, medium-bodied red wine. It's rich in berry, currant, tobacco, spice and cedar flavors, and possesses that hard to define quality of finesse.",Coure di Vigne,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Le Vigne di Domenico 2007 Coure di Vigne Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-domenico-2007-coure-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Le Vigne di Domenico 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With 6,000 cases imported and an attractive price tag, this is an easy choice for dinner with friends around a hearty stew or braised meat. Bright and intense with strong berry preserve flavors backed by notes of graham cracker, bramble and sweet spice. Drink now.",Cape Maidens,10,87,Western Cape,,,Juno 2008 Cape Maidens Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2008-cape-maidens-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2008,Juno 11,Dessert,Italy,"This concentrated and syrupy dessert wine opens with thick, slightly cloying aromas of candied fruit, white raisin, dried prune, maple and almond nut. It tastes sweet and heavy in the mouth, although there is a much-needed prickle of acidity on the close.",Rodon Maso delle Rose 375ml,35,87,Italy Other,Vino da Tavola,,Josef Weger 2004 Rodon Maso delle Rose 375ml White (Vino da Tavola),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2004-rodon-maso-delle-rose-375ml-white-vino-tavola/,White Blend,2004,Josef Weger 12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Good on the nose, with solid raspberry and nectarine aromas. The palate is spunky and alert, with juicy red-cherry, rhubarb and integrated spice flavors. It's mostly a clean, basic, easy-to-drink bubbly, but it's persistent, harmonious and commendable. Pinot Noir with Trepat is the grape mix.",999 Brut Rosat,15,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Loxarel NV 999 Brut Rosat Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loxarel-nv-999-brut-rosat-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Loxarel 14.1,Red,US,"A good, dry Pinot Noir, tart in acidity, and showing flavors of sour cherries, currants and beef jerky, sweetened with caramelized oak. It's a little rustic, but elegant. Drink now.",Balo Vineyard,60,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Tudor Wines 2007 Balo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudor-wines-2007-balo-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tudor Wines 11.5,White,Austria,"The simplest, most accessible wine in the impressive Sattlerhod range is this light, fresh, floral and herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc. With its crisp citrus and green apple, it just bursts with easy fruitiness. Screw cap.",Vom Sand,16,87,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2009 Vom Sand White (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2009-vom-sand-white-sudsteiermark/,White Blend,2009,Sattlerhof 13.5,Red,Chile,"Stocky, meaty and full on the nose, and despite a hint of leafy, herbal green it's a more than solid offering. Black cherry and herbal flavors are generous, while the finish is full and competent. Shows good overall quality and solidity compared to prior vintages.",Selected Terroir,10,87,Peumo,,,Santa Ema 2009 Selected Terroir Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-selected-terroir-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2009,Santa Ema 14,Red,Chile,"Bright, spicy and popping with cherry and raspberry fruit. This is uncomplicated but honest Pinot Noir with a juicy, fresh outlook and respectable flavors of spiced raspberry, red plum, caramel and toast. Works well for the price.",Castillo de Molina,12,87,Curicó Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 Castillo de Molina Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-castillo-molina-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,San Pedro 13.5,White,Chile,"With aromas of prickly citrus, nettle, cucumber and green fruits, this is hanging in there well. The palate seems to be softening with age, but there's enough acidity left to prop up the green apple, bell pepper and tarragon flavors. A good, basic SB from Casablanca to drink now.",Reserva,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Veramonte 14.2,White,US,"The aromas and tastes of oak dominate this Chardonnay, with buttered toast and sweet caramel riding high over the pineapple, mango and pear flavors. But crisp acidity provides needed balance, and there's a fine minerality that gives a tang of stone. A good price for a Chard this complicated.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2008 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Ventana 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut expression offers ripe melon aromas, bright citrus tones and touches of roasted nut and baked bread. The wine is full and luscious on the close.",Monti Lessini Brut,,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Riondo 2004 Monti Lessini Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-2004-monti-lessini-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Riondo 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fresh, crisp and tonic Moscato d'Asti (packaged in an elegant, little bottle) that shows nice floral intensity and background aromas of peach and almond skin. It tastes sweet and smooth and those perky bubbles help refresh the palate.",Nivole 375ml,,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 2009 Nivole 375ml (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2009-nivole-375ml-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Michele Chiarlo 13,White,New Zealand,"The Crossings continues to be a reliable source of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at a reasonable price. The 2009 seems almost sweet in its intensity of ripe nectarine fruit, but there's enough grapefruit for balance and just a trace of herb on the finish.",,15,87,Awatere Valley,,,The Crossings 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2009-sauvignon-blanc-awatere-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,The Crossings 14.8,Red,US,"A Southern Rhône-style blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Shows great flavors of berries, currants, cured meat, spices and sandalwood, and finishes dry and smooth. Could have a firmer structure, as it's a little soft and melted.",Cuvee Christie,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tercero 2007 Cuvee Christie G-S-M (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercero-2007-cuvee-christie-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,G-S-M,2007,Tercero 13.9,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with a silky texture and pleasant blackberry, red currant, tobacco and spice flavors. This is a good price for a Cab of this quality.",Proprietor's,16,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rotta 2006 Proprietor's Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotta-2006-proprietors-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rotta 13,Red,Portugal,"Raspberry, red cherries and fresh fruit come together with bright acidity and a soft, full texture. There is a good stalky, tannic core to give structure. A great barbecue wine.",Guadalupe,14,87,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2008 Guadalupe Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2008-guadalupe-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Quetzal 12,White,Portugal,"From 100% Azal grapes, this is a rich style of Vinho Verde, ripe and citric, touched by minerality. Yeasty aromas go through the palate but don't detract from the ripe final fruit.",Azal,12,87,Vinho Verde,,,Solar de Pinheiro 2009 Azal White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-pinheiro-2009-azal-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Solar de Pinheiro ,White,US,"Made with organically-grown grapes, this soft, forward, fruity wine is designed for immediate enjoyment. The fruit flavors are solidly in the apple camp, rather than the riper peach or apricot, and there is a whiff of citrus in the nose. Best served chilled.",Naked,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2009 Naked Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2009-naked-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Snoqualmie 13,Red,US,"Made from hand-picked grapes and unfiltered, this is a richly concentrated, full-bodied Merlot with an abundance of sweet, juicy black plum and freshly roasted coffee flavors. Two years of aging in French oak results in a supple, silky wine with beautifully integrated tannins and pleasant notes of darkly toasted wood. A great pairing with roasted pork tenderloin.",Barrel Select Reserve,19,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 2007 Barrel Select Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-2007-barrel-select-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Pindar Vineyards 13.8,Red,Chile,"Chunky, rubbery and leathery on the nose, but there's plenty of berry fruit, too. For an $11 wine, the palate is lush and plump, with big tannins and full flavors of roasted cherry, plum, herbs and tomato. Finishes long and persistent, but fresh. Interesting and nicely done for Chilean Cab Franc.",Cabernet Franc Carmenère,11,87,Central Valley,,,oops 2008 Cabernet Franc Carmenère Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2008-cabernet-franc-carmenere-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2008,oops 14.4,Red,US,"Soft and fruity, with raspberry, cherry, Dr. Pepper and oak flavors. It has the jammy, marmalade taste of freshly crushed berries, with citrusy acidity. The oak is front and center. Might develop with a few years in the bottle.",Amber Ridge Vineyard,44,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Waits-Mast 2008 Amber Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2008-amber-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Waits-Mast ,Red,US,"Tart and juicy, showing primary raspberry and strawberry fruit flavor, bold and forward. The generous natural acids provide a tangy base to the fruit, and make it especially food friendly. Best consumed young.",Bonatello,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tre Nova 2008 Bonatello Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-nova-2008-bonatello-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Tre Nova 14.6,Red,US,"Overly sharp acidity marks this wine, giving it a cutting mouthfeel that interferes with otherwise delicious flavors. It sure is deep and long in blackberries, black currants, black licorice and smoky cedar wood, and the tannins are thick and dry, suggesting ageability.",,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Neal Family 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neal-family-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Neal Family ,White,US,"This estate-grown Pinot Gris has a pleasing delicacy, balancing light citrus with whiffs of pine and a base of pear and cucumber. Just 13% alcohol, it might strike some tasters as a little thin, but it would make a fine accompaniment to a course of soft, creamy cheeses.",,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winter's Hill 2009 Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2009,Winter's Hill 12.5,Red,US,"At just 12.5% alcohol, you'll find this lively, light, fruity Pinot has a sweet core of pretty cherry fruit. Nonetheless, it's dry and finishes with an astringent, leafy, palate-refreshing scrape of tannin. A fine sipping wine, with a resonant finish.",Whole Cluster Fermented,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2009 Whole Cluster Fermented Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2009-whole-cluster-fermented-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Willamette Valley Vineyards 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This vintage rosado is as good as always, but a bit lower on the quality ladder than previous years. The color is light pink and soft on the eye, while the nose suggests brick dust and orange peel. Smooth and easygoing, with sweet, generic flavors of orange and berry.",Reserva Brut Rosé,22,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Llopart 2007 Reserva Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llopart-2007-reserva-brut-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Llopart 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Aromas of apple cider and mild spice get it going in a good direction, and this colorfully packaged cava does pretty well in the mouth, where the texture is on the soft side and the flavors of apple and orange run a bit sweet. Not complex but good, fluffy and yeasty.",Lady of Spain Brut,15,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Lady of Spain Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-lady-of-spain-brut-sparkling-cava-121077/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Slightly low on kick and bubbles for a blanc de blancs, but the wine's mix of green herb, apple, green banana and melon flavors is good and offers the proper set up to a finish that's citrusy as can be and only slightly pithy. Seems a touch flat or it might have rated even higher.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,18,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau 15,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and dark, with big berry and coffee aromas. The palate has a hard intensity to it that I haven't seen before from this wine, with bitterness along with black cherry, chocolate and toasty flavors. It's forward, firm and driving, but always hard and angular. In its defense, 2008 was a cool, difficult year with frosts at harvest time.",Ultra,24,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2008 Ultra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2008-ultra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Kaiken 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dry and subtle on the nose, with cherry and plum fruit scents mixed with balsam wood. The palate is tight, simple and offers a bit of creaminess to go with raspberry and oak-based vanilla and mocha. Light on the finish and fresh, with a medium body.",Reserva,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Montecillo ,Red,US,"Soft, pretty and pleasant to drink, the widely-available Willamette Valley bottling from Amity might pass for a simple Bourgogne rouge. Cranberry and watermelon fruits form the basis for the flavors, which feature light, balanced tannins and a clean, gentle fade into the finish.",,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Amity Vineyards ,White,US,"The dark tones suggest a wine that is already somewhat oxidized, and the apple cider fruit flavor seems to confirm the impression. Quite dry and mellow, it's time to drink this one up.",,17,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Amity Vineyards 13,White,US,"Soft and delicious, if a little one-dimensional. No denying the lushness of the pineapple, orange and golden apricot fruit flavors, or the pretty spices. Sémillon adds a cashew nut oiliness. Could use greater dryness and acidity.",,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Duckhorn 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Here's an interesting Cape Blend with 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Pinotage and 14% Petit Verdot that's different yet straightforward and approachable. Kirsch, black plum guts, rubber and vanilla start off on the nose, while the finish provides interesting hints of smoked cured meat and tobacco. Medium weight with soft tannins, this is a good partner for gamy dishes.",The William,17,87,Coastal Region,,,Graham Beck 2006 The William Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2006-william-red-coastal-region/,Red Blend,2006,Graham Beck 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a sour and astringent expression of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and Syrah that opens with sharp black fruit and Indian spice. The fruit flavors are jammy and rich on the close.",Podere Ritorti,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,I Luoghi 2007 Podere Ritorti (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-luoghi-2007-podere-ritorti-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,I Luoghi 12,Sparkling,US,"Bone dry with aromas of freshly pressed apples, this is an austere but elegant sparkling blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. With notes of delicate white florals and yeast in the backdrop, the palate has a savory, dusty quality accented by a racy acidity and strong, minerally finish.",Cuvée Brut 30th Anniversary Edition,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2006 Cuvée Brut 30th Anniversary Edition (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2006-cuvee-brut-30th-anniversary-edition-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,2006,Hermann J. Wiemer ,Red,France,"Initially all tannins, this wine is taking its time to develop ripe fruit. It has a mineral, gravel-like texture, with stalky berry fruits.",Sélection,,87,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 9,Dessert,US,"This dessert wine is comprised of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Viognier and Chardonnay grapes. Its deeply colored, almost pink, and very rich and sweet in honey, orange, apricot and vanilla flavors. Extravagant, but could use greater structural interest.",Slow Hand 375 ml,55,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2009 Slow Hand 375 ml White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2009-slow-hand-375-ml-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2009,Coquelicot 12.5,White,France,"Ripe and soft, this is a broad style of white showing a tropical side of Sauvignon and Sémillon fruit flavors. The texture is rich, full in the mouth, the acidity well in balance.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Larroque 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larroque-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Larroque 13,Red,France,"A blend of Syrah and Carignan, this wine definitely has an unmistakable Languedoc herbaceousness to it amid the bright cherry and red plum flavors. Tightly structured with somewhat bracing acidity and a peppery finish. Drink now.",La Garrigue,7,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2007 La Garrigue Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2007-garrigue-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cabezac 12.5,Red,France,"This is a wine with good, dense and red fruit, a touch of wood and a firm structure. There is a sense of elegance backed up by some weight. The aftertaste brings in spice and balancing acidity.",,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château des Combes 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-combes-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château des Combes ,Sparkling,US,"Though excessively foamy, once it settles down this wine has a pretty pale copper shade, and a hint of strawberry and cherry in the fruit flavor. It's dry and delicate, with a clean, persistent finish.",Blanc de Noirs,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"This should prove to be quite popular, as it's loaded with blackberry and sweet black cherry fruit flavors. It carries the fruit with stiff but polished tannins, and brings in accents of licorice, coffee and dark chocolate. Nothing is overdone; the balance here is just right, and the addition of 16% Syrah brings with it a dash of pepper.",Indian Wells,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-indian-wells-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,US,"Judicious use of darkly toasted Hungarian oak results in a surprisingly sexy, supple wine that's dripping with vanilla and spicy dark plum flavors. There's a slight green twinge to the black cherry flavors on the palate, but this is a smooth, easy-drinking Merlot with a long, earthy, espresso finish.",Hungarian Oak,20,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2005 Hungarian Oak Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2005-hungarian-oak-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Comtesse Thérèse 13,Sparkling,US,"Good price for a brisk, clean and elegant rosé sparkling wine. With a pretty copper color, it offers rich raspberry, strawberry and toast flavors. The finish is dry and honeyed at the same time.",Rosé,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-rose-sparkling-california-123035/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13,White,Portugal,"A ripe, full-bodied and spicy wine, defiantly dry, with a tight acid character. Aromatic fruit finish with intense perfumes, so that the wine is both rich and fresh.",JP Azeitão Branco,9,87,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 JP Azeitão Branco White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-jp-azeitao-branco-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12.8,Red,US,"A winning combination of sweet and savory, Belhurst's Traditions smells deliciously of syrupy boysenberry jam amidst the backdrop of a rustic barnyard. On the palate, juicy, ripe black fruit flavors gain complexity from a rich, earthy mushroom notes in the midpalate. Luscious and smooth with medium body and soft acidity.",Traditions,27,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Belhurst 2007 Traditions Merlot (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2007-traditions-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Belhurst ,Red,Italy,"The wine is redolent of bright blueberry and cherry with a tonic, youthful berry feel in the mouth. This easy blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Syrah and Cabernet Franc would make the perfect companion to pizza or pasta.",Digià,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Batzella 2009 Digià (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2009-digia-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Batzella ,White,Italy,"This oak-aged blend of Trebbiano, Colombana and Malvasia Bianca opens with a golden hay color and aromas of white flower, peach, citrus, almond and mineral. It has both structure and refreshing crispness on the finish.",,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Botti in Balzi 2007 White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botti-in-balzi-2007-white-toscana/,White Blend,2007,Botti in Balzi 14,Red,Spain,"A touch raisiny and sweet from nose to tail, but what's in between is convincing for Jumilla. Aromas of licorice and herbs are sweet but nice, while the flavors or raisin and blackberry are chunky, with a basic finish that's a little flat but definitely ripe. A blend of Monastrell, Cabernet, Tempranillo and Merlot that's ready to drink.",Taja Reserva,12,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Mähler-Besse 2005 Taja Reserva Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-mahler-besse-2005-taja-reserva-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2005,Bodegas Mähler-Besse 14.5,Red,US,"A good, somewhat rustic Cabernet to drink now. It's nicely dry, with fine, softly intricate tannins, and the flavors are ripe in black currants and chocolate. Drink now.",Reserve,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castle Rock 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Castle Rock 13,White,Spain,"Clean and minerally, with stony aromas along with banana and pineapple. The palate is tight, clean and balanced, with flavors of green banana, papaya and apple. Finishes pithy and with a touch of fresh-grated white pepper. A good but common type of unoaked Chardonnay.",El Cerezo,12,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2009 El Cerezo Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2009-el-cerezo-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2009,Castillo de Monjardin 13.7,White,US,"This brilliantly crisp Sauvignon Blanc is racy in acids and minerals, making it clean and zesty in the mouth. But it also has rich waves of citrus, green apple, melon and tropical fruit flavors. For all the opulence, it finishes dry. Production was 7,640 cases.",,13,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Husch 14.5,White,US,"A blend from two well-regarded vineyards, this Chardonnay is ultrarich in pineapple, mango, pear and green apple fruit flavors that are liberally accented with sweet, caramelized oak. Crisp acidity and a steely minerality fortunately provide balance. Drink now.",Sangiacomo Vineyard-Truchard Vineyard,19,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,X 2009 Sangiacomo Vineyard-Truchard Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2009-sangiacomo-vineyard-truchard-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,X 15,Red,Portugal,"This wine is certainly a powerful statement: smooth, super-rich, tarry black berry fruits, spice and a sizable serving of wood vanilla. A wine to admire, not to enjoy.",Grou Grey,27,88,Alentejano,,,Wines & Winemakers 2006 Grou Grey Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2006-grou-grey-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Wines & Winemakers 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This expression shows lightness, freshness and clear luminosity; Delivers creamy, foamy bubbles with bright aromas of peach, honey and citrus.",Extra Dry,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-124560/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lavischio is a ripe and chewy expression of Merlot with loads of black cherry and raspberry intensity. The mouthfeel is smooth, supple and rich. This is the perfect wine to pair with pork roast with rosemary and garlic.",Lavischio,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2007 Lavischio Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2007-lavischio-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2007,Villa Poggio Salvi 14.7,Red,US,"Very delicious, with the silky mouthfeel you want in a fine Pinot Noir. The flavors are cool-climate crisp, with raspberries, cherries and cola, balanced with subtle herbs and tobacco. Feels a bit direct and jammy in the mouth for development. Drink now.",My Father's Vineyard Shula's Pond,65,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Brogan 2006 My Father's Vineyard Shula's Pond Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brogan-2006-my-fathers-vineyard-shulas-pond-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Brogan 14.4,Red,US,"Acidity marks this wine, giving it a cut that streaks right down the middle of the blackberry, black cherry and cedar flavors. It's very dry, with rich, refined tannins, and that acidity will come in handy paired against a steak.",,65,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Three Sticks 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-sticks-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Three Sticks 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Despite all the graphics and obscure references on the front and back labels, this is ultimately a very good wine and a value among under-$15 Malbecs. The Three Thieves team has bottled a creamy, oak-rich Malbec with full red-berry, spice and cocoa flavors. It's soft, subtle and smooth, but tastes and finishes properly.",,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,The Show 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/show-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,The Show 14.2,White,US,"The grapes were grown in Calistoga, and they have yielded a fat, soft, flavorful wine. It brims with lemon, lime, melon, fig and honeysuckle flavors. Partial barrel fermentation adds a welcome touch of smoked cream.",Sea-Fog,25,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,The Grade 2009 Sea-Fog Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grade-2009-sea-fog-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,The Grade 14,Dessert,Italy,"Luminous and deeply golden in appearance, this pretty dessert wine delivers intense aromas of dried rose, apricot, candied pineapple, honey and slightly roasted almond. Crisp acidity brings the wine's natural sweetness into focus and makes the wine ideal to pair with crème caramel or panna cotta.",El Ré 500ml,,88,Veneto,Recioto di Soave Classico,,Tenuta Solar 2007 El Ré 500ml (Recioto di Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-solar-2007-el-re-500ml-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Tenuta Solar 13,Red,Italy,"From the makers of the celebrated Sassicaia super Tuscan, Le Difese is a less formal wine at a very attractive price. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon (70%) and Sangiovese and the wine shows bright fruit nuances with layers of wild berry, mineral and light shadings of spice. It ends with crisp freshness as well.",Le Difese,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta San Guido 2008 Le Difese Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2008-le-difese-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta San Guido 14,Red,Italy,This well-priced blend of Sangiovese and Merlot sees some oak aging to round off those bright berry and spice nuances. The overall effect is that of a well-balanced and informal wine that would pair with sausage pizza or hearty pasta.,I Campacci,14,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2007 I Campacci Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2007-i-campacci-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta di Trecciano ,Red,US,"A smooth red blend, mostly Cabernet and Syrah, with familiar vanilla and black-tea flavors. The soft red fruits are wrapped in licorice and coffee, and the tannins has been polished.",Manitou Red,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Rolling Bay Winery 2007 Manitou Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rolling-bay-winery-2007-manitou-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2007,Rolling Bay Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,". The wine is easy, fresh and redolent of wild berries, cherries, peppercorn and clove. It tastes rich and consistent thanks to its naturally firm tannins.",,14,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tenuta di Trecciano 14.7,Red,US,"Bone-dry and robust, this Zin has a bright, lemony acidity that seems odd at first, along with the wild raspberries and white pepper. The winemaker took the unusual step of adding Viognier grape skins to the Zinfandel juice; The result is a unique wine.",Flight,38,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2008 Flight Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2008-flight-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Quivira 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Firmly tannic, solid and dry wine, its balanced fruit fits well with acidity, spicy wood and a dense core of dry structure. Developing well, but age for 2–3 years.",Tinto,24,88,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Sant'Ana 2008 Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santana-2008-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Sant'Ana ,Red,France,"Soft and ripe wine, with gentle tannins and fresh acidity. There is an edge of bitterness that comes between the fruit and the structure.",Vignes Franches Premier Cru,55,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Louis Latour 2008 Vignes Franches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-vignes-franches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour ,Red,France,"Attractive wine, hinting at the elegance of Chambolle, packed with strawberry-fruit flavors and sweet tannins. There is some final firmness, the acidity mingling with a solid structure.",,70,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Latour 2008 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Louis Latour 12,White,Austria,"The lightest Grüner, crisp with fresh apple, it has just a touch of spice, focusing more on tightly clean fruit. A perfect apéritif style. Screw cap.",Lois,13,88,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2009 Lois Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2009-lois-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Loimer 12.5,Red,France,"Firmly structured, this is a significant improvement on 2007, with the wood kept in play but not dominant. That's because the fruit is so bright, with juicy berries bubbling along, leaving refreshing acidity at the end.",Château Cheval Noir,20,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Château Cheval Noir (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-chateau-cheval-noir-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse ,White,US,"An unusual blend of Riesling, Huxelrebe, Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc, this has residual sugar of almost 3%, but marries the sweetness to a Vouvray-like tartness. Your tongue dances back and forth from honey to tea, from sweet to dry. Excellent length and a wash of fresh cut orange as it fades.",Starthistle Cuvée,24,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Madrone Mountain 2008 Starthistle Cuvée White (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrone-mountain-2008-starthistle-cuvee-white-other/,White Blend,2008,Madrone Mountain 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Comes out of the chute with some aggression, but that's settled by quality apple and grassy aromas. The palate is jumpy and lively, with pleasant, slightly sweet apple and peach flavors. Shows good refinement, ample layering of flavors and a spot of minerality. As a whole, this is good cava.",Brut,17,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Montsarra NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montsarra-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-119266/,Sparkling Blend,,Montsarra ,White,US,"Fresh and spritzy, this is almost like drinking the wine straight from the winemaker's fermentation tank—it's that juicy and delicious. Flavors of apple and pear, lightly dusted with cinnamon, are elevated with a zesty, mineral-driven acidity.",Boomtown,13,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Dusted Valley 2009 Boomtown Pinot Gris (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2009-boomtown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,Dusted Valley 14.8,Red,US,"A rich, ripe, oaky Cabernet, from this ambitious little appellation in the warmer, eastern part of the Santa Ynez Valley. It's nice to drink now for the fine tannins and dry flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries and oak.",Grassini Family Vineyard,36,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 7200 2008 Grassini Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-7200-2008-grassini-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,7200,Foxen 7200 12,White,Spain,"Crisp and minerally up front, with aromas of apple, peach and dust. It's fresh, maybe a touch basic at its core, with flavors of apple cider, apricot and almond skins. There's nothing not to like about this Albariño, which is pure, pithy on the finish, and more than solid in a pedestrian, familiar sort of way.",Single Vineyard,18,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Finca de Arantei 2009 Single Vineyard Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-de-arantei-2009-single-vineyard-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Finca de Arantei ,White,France,"Crisp and also creamy, this is a soft, ripe wine that also preserves good acidity. It shows the freshness of 2009, while also bringing out a richly herbaceous character.",La Grande Cuvée,11,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Dourthe 2009 La Grande Cuvée (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dourthe-2009-grande-cuvee-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Dourthe ,Red,France,"Full in the mouth, this is a rich and easy wine, packed with jammy fruit. It is soft, the plum flavors rounded and only light brushed by tannin and acidity.",Sélection,,88,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,White,Spain,"While I prefer the 2009 for its clarity and freshness, this '08 is no slouching tiger. The nose delivers still-fresh apple and mineral aromas, while the flavor profile leans toward gooseberry, lemon and green melon. Shows some pithy bitterness on the finish, so drink right away or seek out the '09.",,19,88,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Gaba do Xil 2008 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaba-xil-2008-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2008,Gaba do Xil 13.5,White,Austria,"500 ml. Almost as intensely spicy as an Alsace Gewürztraminer, this is a rich wine that remains essentially dry. Ripe peach and lychee are right up front, giving a fine intensity. This wine would work well with blue cheese or a pâté.",Loibner Smaragd 500ml,34,88,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2008 Loibner Smaragd 500ml Traminer (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2008-loibner-smaragd-500ml-other-white-traminer-wachau/,Traminer,2008,Emmerich Knoll 14.5,Red,US,"A softly tannic and dry Zin. Offers wild berry, cherry, currant and spice flavors, with a meaty edge, like beef teriyaki. Easy to drink with a perfectly grilled steak.",Morelli Lane Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Morelli Lane Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-morelli-lane-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Dutton-Goldfield 13.9,White,US,"Though it's had some extra time in the bottle, the oaky edges of this wine still seem a little rough and tumble. Or maybe it's the banana cream pie flavors—appealing in their way, but opposite end of the spectrum from, say, the minerality of a Chablis. Front loaded, creamy and rich, this has generous amounts of the oak and toast that many consumers crave.",Indian Wells,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Indian Wells Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-indian-wells-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 12.5,Red,France,"A finely structured wine, its tannin fitting well into the rich texture, with berry fruits, dark plums and bitter coffee adding an extra dimension.",Eulalie,44,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Cénac 2007 Eulalie Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2007-eulalie-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château de Cénac 13,Red,France,"With 39% Petit Verdot, this is a rarity in Bordeaux. It is certainly reflected in the dark color of the wine. It has spice and a densely concentrated structure, firm and chunky. There are the Bordeaux tannins and the acidity of 2008, filled out with a bitter chocolate and black berry character.",,,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Bolaire 2008 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bolaire-2008-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bolaire 12.5,Red,France,"With vineyards in Lamarque close to the Gironde estuary, the wine has fresh acidity, bright berry fruits and a core of tannins. These are firm at this stage with prominent acidity to finish.",,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château du Cartillon 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cartillon-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Cartillon 12,White,Portugal,"A lively crisp wine, flavored with soft pear, green plum oregano, streaked through with vibrant acidity. It's light, fresh, ready to drink.",Primavera Branco,7,88,Bairrada,,,Caves Primavera 2009 Primavera Branco White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-primavera-2009-branco-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2009,Caves Primavera 13.5,Red,US,"A blend of four traditional Portuguese grape varietals, this unusual offering begins with a distinctly pruney nose, and seems soft and slightly oxidized. But as it breathes it adds interesting flavors of dried herbs and forest floor, rustic and complex.",Tradição Red,26,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2008 Tradição Red Red (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2008-tradicao-red-willamette-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Coelho 13,Red,France,"A wine that tastes of its granite soil, very linear initially, only opening slowly to give plums, exotic spices and the ripest firm tannins. There is a lovely juicy final character to this intriguing wine.",,24,88,Patrimonio,,,Clos Teddi 2008 Nielluciu (Patrimonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-teddi-2008-other-red-nielluciu-patrimonio/,Nielluciu,2008,Clos Teddi 13.5,Red,France,"Black fruit and taut structure are joined with black currant acidity and a core of the driest tannins. The wine has the cool 2007 feel to it, and is certainly ready to drink now.",Le Rouge et le Noir,17,88,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Clos d'Yvigne 2007 Le Rouge et le Noir Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-dyvigne-2007-le-rouge-le-noir-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Clos d'Yvigne 13,Red,France,"A satisfyingly rich wine, with dusty tannins and a chunky, fruity structure. It has plenty of the typical black currant flavors of 2008, spiced with new wood. Ripe enough to drink now, but it will age.",,16,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Trois Moulins 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trois-moulins-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Trois Moulins 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with a load of sweet, candied black-fruit aromas but this wine excels on the nose because it's composed and precise for being so young and simple in scope. Velvety, rich black-cherry flavors run the show, and the finish brings length and an herbal shading. Very nice for a wine from Toro at this price.",Dama de Toro,11,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2009 Dama de Toro (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2009-dama-toro-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Fariña 14.5,White,US,"A worthy followup to the 2008, showing crisp acidity and rich flavors of citrus fruits, New Zealand-style gooseberries, and vanilla spice, with a honey sweet finish. Drink now with Vietnamese food or sushi.",Denmark Street Vineyard Tribute,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2009 Denmark Street Vineyard Tribute Fumé Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2009-denmark-street-vineyard-tribute-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2009,Atmosphere 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Recioto is a dark red dessert wine that pairs with chocolate fudge or spongy spice cake. This expression shows loads of dark sweetness and firm fleshiness backed by aromas of cinnamon, clove, cherry candy and blackberry jam.",500ml,,88,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2007 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2007-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Antolini 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This dry interpretation of the Cartizze cru shows chalky mineral notes with background tones of peach, honey, wild flower and lemon zest. The soft sweetness feels great next to the naturally foamy quality of the mouthfeel.",Cartizze Dry,58,88,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Andreola 2009 Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2009-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,2009,Andreola ,White,US,"High-toned and sharp, this has a mix of pear, tropical fruit, banana, and juicy fruit gum. It's a fruit salad wine, full-bodied and exceptionally flavorful. There's a streak of butterscotch running through the finish, from fermentation in “neutral” oak. Drink up!",Gilt,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ancient Cellars 2008 Gilt Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-cellars-2008-gilt-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Ancient Cellars 14.7,Red,US,"This Merlot is very tannic now, which makes it hard to drink. There are considerable cherry, berry, currant, mineral and herb flavors, but they're buried under a ton of astringency. You're best off giving the wine a good four years in the cellar to let it age it a bit.",Estate,52,88,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bravante 2007 Estate Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravante-2007-estate-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,2007,Bravante 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a ruby-colored blend made with grapes that are native to Tuscany and central Italy that shows bright berry nuances followed by almond skin, herbs, pressed flowers and cherry cola. There is good balance here between the wine's bright acidity and its finely textured tannins.",Poggioncino,25,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bocelli 2005 Poggioncino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocelli-2005-poggioncino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Bocelli ,Red,France,"With its ink purple color, this is as young as can be, its wood and fruit not yet integrated. But the potential is good, with weight behind the spicy wood and the feel of solid tannic fruit coming up.",Château de Flore,15,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Château de Flore Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-chateau-flore-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 11.5,White,US,"Rich and round with a seductive nose of honeyed apples and petrol, there's a surprising breadth to this lovely off-dry Riesling from Heron Hill. On the palate, sunny sweet peaches are counterbalanced by a stony, minerally elegance and refreshing lime juice acidity. The finish is long and ends with a pleasant jasmine tea astringency.",Semi-Dry,13,88,New York,New York Other,New York,Heron Hill 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-semi-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Heron Hill ,Red,France,"Henri de Villamont has a range of wines from Chambolle-Musigny, of which this is the simple village wine. It has big-hearted fruit, black-berry juice and red- cherry flavors, and an elegant final texture.",,,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont 13.9,Red,US,"This is a good, elegantly structured Cabernet. It's bone dry, and marked by zesty acidity, as well as blackberry, black currant, cherry, mocha and bacon flavors. Especially likeable for its low, 13.9% alcohol. Drink now.",,21,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Husch 11.5,White,Portugal,"Fragrant and fresh, this is a great bright, crisp Vinho Verde. The acidity is intense, balanced with an elegant softer texture. It just cries out for seafood.",Clemen Reserva,12,88,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Clemen Reserva White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-clemen-reserva-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Wines & Winemakers 13,Red,France,"A soft wine, its tannins firmly embedded in the sweet black fruit. This is classic young Bordeaux, tannic and dry, of course, but suffused with a fresh, berry fruit character, lightened by acidity.",,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lestage Simon 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestage-simon-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lestage Simon 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a subdued and elegant Prosecco with pretty aromas of cut grass, dried herbs, peach, citrus and green melon. There's a touch of piquant acidity backed by menthol flavors that taste great against all that creamy foam and bubbling.",Extra Dry 47,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Extra Dry 47 (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-extra-dry-47-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bortolotti 15.8,Red,US,"A little rustic, with a briary, brambly mouthfeel, but it's a good example of a Sonoma County Zinfandel. The winery says the vines are old, and there are deep, concentrated flavors of wild forest berries, shriveled raisins, licorice, pine tar, grilled beef and black peppers. Because of the roughness, you'll want to give this wine a few hours of decanting.",,38,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benovia 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Benovia 13,Dessert,France,"Red currant jelly aromas burst into a sweet, but not luscious wine. There is just a touch of botrytis to go with freshness and some crisp acidity. A dessert wine for drinking, not sipping.",Cuvée Jean,30,88,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château Jolys 2008 Cuvée Jean (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2008-cuvee-jean-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2008,Château Jolys 13,Red,France,"At this stage, the wood element is too dominant. However, the attractive bright berry fruits should soon push through to give what will be a firm but fruity wine. It needs 4–6 years aging to soften its edges and provide delicious drinking.",,,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2008 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2008-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fonréaud ,Red,Italy,"The Campo al Mare Bolgheri Rosso (a blend of Merlot, Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc and Petit Verdot) shows no limpidity whatsoever. The wine is massively thick, black, inky and jackhammer intense. There are no subtleties here, no reading between the lines: Aromas of wet earth, blackberry and cured beef are flowed by thick tannins and a sweet berry fade.",,33,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo al Mare 2008 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-mare-2008-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Campo al Mare 14.8,Red,US,"Ultrarich in cherry, black raspberry and red currant flavors, with a savory note of grilled beef and the sweet, salty umami of bacon. New oak brings vanilla bean and caramel richness. The result is a strongly flavored wine, but it's balanced with fine acidity. Drink now.",Sangiacomo Old Lakeville Road Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Campesino 2008 Sangiacomo Old Lakeville Road Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campesino-2008-sangiacomo-old-lakeville-road-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Campesino 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"One of the more abundant New Zealand Pinot Noirs in the U.S., Brancott's 2007 Reserve boasts plenty of earthy, savory, sous-bois aromas and a bright cherry-cranberry core of flavor surrounded by foresty, fungal notes finishing crisp and long. Drink now–2013.",Reserve,25,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brancott 14.2,White,US,"Shows real Riesling character in the dryness, acidity, crisp citrus and mineral and floral flavors that mark this elegant wine. Easy to drink now, with some noble structural features.",La Estancia Vineyard,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2009 La Estancia Vineyard Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2009-estancia-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2009,Pessagno 13.8,Red,US,"This Cabernet is not providing much pleasure now. Bone dry and hard in tannins and acids, it's aloof to the point of unfriendly. But there are lots of blackberries packed inside. Give it at least 8 years in the cellar.",,65,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Mayacamas 14,Red,France,"Densely textured, this pure Tannat lives up to the name Plénitude (generous or full). It is characterized by dark plum and licorice flavor, very tannic with ripe fruit to match. Concentrated, with a mineral edge, it just misses the mark because of a rustic edge.",Plénitude,30,88,Southwest France,Madiran,,Producteurs Plaimont 2006 Plénitude Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2006-plenitude-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2006,Producteurs Plaimont 13,Red,Italy,"Jassarte is a noteworthy, and somewhat experimental, blend of more than 20 Mediterranean and Caucasian grape varieties with a dark ruby color and pretty aromas of blackberry, spice, toasted almond and plum. There are hints of chopped herb and mint in there as well.",Jassarte,32,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Podere Guado al Melo 2006 Jassarte Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2006-jassarte-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Podere Guado al Melo 12.8,White,US,"Showing lovely, delicate orange and citron flavors, this Sauvignon Blanc is clean and zesty in acidity. It's so refreshingly dry, and has such a tangy minerality, that it's a pleasure to drink as a cocktail sipper.",Split Oak Estates Sur Lie,12,88,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2009 Split Oak Estates Sur Lie Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2009-split-oak-estates-sur-lie-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Morro Bay 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and fully oaked Rioja with vanilla, mocha, char and black-fruit aromas. The body is good while the acidity is a bit high, and thus the flavors lean toward tart black cherry and zesty wild blackberry all with a robust amount of toast, spice and charred darkness.",Crianza,19,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Obalo 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obalo-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Obalo 13,White,Spain,"Stylistically, this is at odds with what I feel Albariño should be. That said, it's a well-executed and well-made barrel-fermented white with full-force toast and popcorn aromas followed by a resiny, vanilla-fueled flavor profile that folds in apple, banana and creamy frosting. Still vital and healthy after three years in bottle.",Nora da Neve,29,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nora 2007 Nora da Neve Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nora-2007-neve-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2007,Nora 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A heady wine with mocha, chocolate, balsamic notes and black fruit on the bouquet. At first it seems thick and dumbed down, but it opens up to display bold berry flavors, stewed fruit, chocolate and savory accents. It's just lively enough, but overall this ranks as a saturated, bulky, round wine that falls squarely into the category of New World and ripe.",Cadus Single Vineyard,45,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2006 Cadus Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2006-cadus-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Nieto Senetiner ,Red,US,"All five Bordeaux grapes are included in this Merlot, a substantial and well crafted wine with bright berry and cassis flavors front and center. Good complexity for the price, with olive, dust, mocha and caramel in the mix. Tannins are balanced and slightly grainy, with good length through the finish.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 2006 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2006,Apex 14.5,Red,US,"Exuberant in fruit and oak, this Cabernet shows that the Happy Canyon appellation can ripen grapes. It's rich in blackberries and black cherries that taste baked into a pie, alongside buttery toast. Very delicious, but the next step is to build in layers of complexity with aging.",Vogelzang Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 7200 2008 Vogelzang Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-7200-2008-vogelzang-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,7200,Foxen 7200 13.9,Red,US,"Soft, rather sweet and appealing. What it lacks in stuffing and complexity, it makes up for in sheer deliciousness. Opulent in raspberries, cherries, red currants, red licorice, Dr. Pepper, bacon, pepper and sandalwood. Drink now–2013.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,39,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kynsi 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kynsi ,Red,France,"By contrast with some of the other powerful reds from Triguedina, this is a relatively soft, velvet-textured wine. But don't be deceived: beneath the smooth surface, there is a dark and mineral wine, all solid fruits and rich black berries.",Clos Triguedina La Chapelle du Clos,17,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina La Chapelle du Clos Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-chapelle-clos-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.5,Red,US,"A really nice Merlot, and at this price, you should run and buy some. It's dry and smooth and balanced, with lush cherry, berry, mocha and cedar flavors. So easy to drink now with steaks or chops. Production was 4,900 cases.",,14,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Irony 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Irony 14.5,Red,US,"Tons of delicious flavors of blackberry and cherry-pie filling, blueberry granola, white chocolate, vanilla fudge and roasted almonds in this deliriously rich wine. Despite the opulence, it's dry. Could be better structured in acids, though, which may limit ageability. Drink now–2012.",,65,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Hill Family Estate 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-family-estate-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hill Family Estate 15,Red,Portugal,"Youthful wine, full of rich berry and black plum flavors. It is concentrated while bursting with exuberant fruits, balanced with acidity. This is a true second wine of Malhadinha Nova, ready to drink now.",Monte da Peceguina,30,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2009 Monte da Peceguina Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2009-monte-peceguina-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova ,Red,France,"A ripe, soft gentle wine, showing sweet tannins and a velvet texture. It doesn't have huge weight, but the cherry fruit is lush, plummy and open.",,,88,Burgundy,Volnay,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,France,"The tannins are very present, forming a dark and tight layer over the blackberry fruits. The style is chunky and solid, but with enough fruit to offer good development.",,,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Henri de Villamont 12.5,Red,France,"Dark in color, with a series of herbal aromas, this is dense and rich, with fine layers of berry fruits and solid tannins. It has a definite fresh character, with juicy fruit and acidity playing against the dry texture.",Château la Couronne,25,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Château la Couronne (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-chateau-couronne-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse 12,White,Spain,"Minerality and crispness define the bouquet, which brings green apple and citrus aromas. There's punch and spritz on the palate as well as sweet citrus and juicy lime flavors that break up a little as they fan out. Not sure if there's residual sugar, but the wine tastes a bit sweet.",,16,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lícia 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/licia-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Lícia 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty lemon and cidery aromas are solid and draw you in. The palate has a fresh, clean feel and lively, tangy flavors of citrus, green fruits and green herbs. Zesty, a bit lemony, and nice on the finish. Not a complicated bubbly by any means.",Brut Reserva,14,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Sonim NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonim-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Sonim 15,Dessert,Italy,"Here's an easy, straightforward dessert wine from Montalcino, Tuscany that shows bright aromas of stone fruit, honey and white almond. The wine is silky smooth and nicely sweet on the close without being too heavy or cloying.",Aurico 375 ml,30,88,Tuscany,Moscadello di Montalcino,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2003 Aurico 375 ml (Moscadello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2003-aurico-375-ml-muscat-moscadello-moscadello-montalcino/,Moscadello,2003,Villa Poggio Salvi 14.5,Red,Italy,Borgoforte is a well built and very well priced super Tuscan blend that would taste great with meatloaf and mashed potatoes. The wine is dense and round in the mouth with pretty but simple aromas of wild cherry and blueberry.,Borgoforte,12,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2008 Borgoforte Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2008-borgoforte-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Villa Pillo 14.5,White,US,"This lovely Sauvignon Blanc is a little sweet in honey. But the acidity is crisp, and there's a fine mineral undertow to the fresh peach, citrus and green apple flavors, so the finish feels dry and clean.",Vittorio's Vineyard,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2008 Vittorio's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-vittorios-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,V. Sattui 14,Red,South Africa,"Smells slightly reduced but enticing nonetheless with aromas of kirsch, melted milk chocolate and balsamic drizzled stewed strawberries. Accents of sweet cigar spice and vanilla keep things simultaneously interesting and hedonistic in the very round and lush mouth, leading through to the long oak-driven finish.",,15,88,Robertson,,,DuVon 2008 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duvon-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2008,DuVon ,Red,Italy,"Here's a young blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from Coastal Tuscany that shows raw, vinous aromas of wild berry, white cherry and blueberry. There's a green, brambly quality as well although the wine does end with a surprisingly soft, rich and plush mouthfeel.",,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Cipriana 2008 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cipriana-2008-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Cipriana 13.5,White,US,"With the largest production in the entire Northwest, it is important that this wine express clean, varietal flavors with characteristic brightness and focus. And it does. Lightly herbal, fresh and clean, its fruit flavors suggest lemongrass, orange and ripe apple. Excellent balance and persistence",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"Essentially a reserve blend from the Cold Creek, Canoe Ridge, and Indian Wells vineyards, this offers pleasing, nuanced aromas of smoke and cherry, but seems to quickly thin out in the mouth. The finish is sharp and tight, but does not seem to be leading into further complexity.",Artist Series Meritage Red Wine,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Artist Series Meritage Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-artist-series-meritage-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,France,"Showing some signs of mushroom-flavored maturity, this is still a finely structured wine. The fruit has turned into a more vegetal character with beetroot and firm tannins, spice and final acidity.",,19,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,Château Roquevieille 2005 Côtes de Castillon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roquevieille-2005-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Roquevieille 14.6,Red,US,"An elegant wine, silky and supple, for drinking now with umami-rich fare, like ham or sausages, or a spicy lamb stew. Fully dry, it shows good acidity firming up the cherry, cola and herb flavors.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curran 2006 Tempranillo (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curran-2006-tempranillo-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Tempranillo,2006,Curran ,White,US,"This is off dry, low alcohol (11.5%), spiced up with tart acidity and loaded with rich, ripe fruit flavors mixing pears and peaches. Sweet without being sugary, it should appeal to a wide spectrum of wine drinkers, and snap together the flavors of a Thai food. Columbia Crest makes 18,000 cases of this wine.",Two Vines,8,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2009 Two Vines Gewürztraminer (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-two-vines-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Columbia Crest 13.9,Red,US,"Charred oak is prominent here as it is with most Long Island reds, but exceptionally well integrated within a rich, round wine full of supple dark chocolate and fruit flavors. A good example of yin and yang, Clovis Point's blend of Merlot, Cab Sauvignon and Franc, and Syrah offsets dense, sweet boysenberry and mocha notes with firm tannins and a dark char finish.",Vintner's Select,45,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Clovis Point 2007 Vintner's Select Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clovis-point-2007-vintners-select-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Clovis Point 12,Dessert,Italy,"Dark and dense with thick concentration and big intensity, this opulent Recioto is packed tight with layers of cherry liqueur, dark chocolate, exotic spice and dried prunes or plums. It boasts a chewy, rich quality capped by enduring sweetness and firm tannins.",750 ml,,88,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Domìni Veneti 2008 750 ml (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2008-750-ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Domìni Veneti ,Rose,US,"A pretty rose/salmon color, scented with cinnamon spice. Done as a saignée, barrel-fermented and bone-dry, this is delicate and yet persistent, with ripe peach highlights.",The Endless Road,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Darby 2009 The Endless Road Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darby-2009-endless-road-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2009,Darby ,Red,Italy,"Equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are rounded off by 20% Syrah to create a bold, jammy style Bolgheri Rosso that will appeal to those who like this mature, concentrated style. The wine is chewy and thin on the finish with black pepper and spice aromas on the fade.",Borgeri,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2008 Borgeri (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giorgio-meletti-cavallari-2008-borgeri-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari ,Red,France,"The year 2009 seems to have been a tannic one in Fleurie, producing wines that will benefit from some aging. This fits that bill well, a mineral and austere black fruit flavored wine, with a smoky aftertaste to go with tight acidity.",La Madone,,88,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 La Madone (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-madone-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,Red,Argentina,"An interesting but questionable value with Patagonian individuality. The nose features clove, wild flowers, leather and hot berry fruit aromas, while the feel is clacky and tannic, and the flavors a little baked and stewy. Raisin, heft and berry soup characteristics make this a ripe, full-bodied force to reckon with.",S,60,88,Other,Neuquén,,Familia Schroeder 2004 S Cabernet Sauvignon (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2004-s-cabernet-sauvignon-neuquen/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Familia Schroeder ,Red,France,"Very elegant for a Nuits-Saint-Georges, with the freshest possible fruits. The structural element and the tannins show through right at the end.",,,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 13,Red,Portugal,"Lean and taut tannins play with the sweet spice of this concentrated wine. It has a dry, dark core, edged with acidity, followed by fresh red-berry flavors. The final juiciness—even after five years—is considerable.",Primavera Special Selection,14,88,Bairrada,,,Caves Primavera 2005 Primavera Special Selection Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-primavera-2005-special-selection-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2005,Caves Primavera 13.4,White,US,"This is one of those wines that taste sweet and dry at the same time. There's superripe orange and pineapple marmalade fruit, but then clean acidity and a stony minerality wash over the palate, making the finish dry. It's an interesting blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Viognier.",Patriarche Blanc,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2009 Patriarche Blanc White (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2009-patriarche-blanc-white-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Holly's Hill 12,White,Austria,"This field blend from the Nussdorf vineyard on the slopes above Vienna is a typical light, crisp wine. It has lively apple flavors, touched with some spice and a bright aftertaste. Screw cap.",Wiener Nussdorf Gemischter Satz,15,87,Vienna,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2009 Wiener Nussdorf Gemischter Satz White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2009-wiener-nussdorf-gemischter-satz-white-blend-austrian-vienna/,Austrian white blend,2009,Stift Klosterneuburg 14,Red,South Africa,"Here's a solid and accessible Shiraz with medium- intense notes of red cherry, raspberry and cola on the nose and mouth. The mouth is medium weight with delicate tannins and black pepper spice, while the finish offers a glimmer of mocha.",Vineyard Creations,10,87,Western Cape,,,Douglas Green 2008 Vineyard Creations Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douglas-green-2008-vineyard-creations-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2008,Douglas Green 14.5,Red,US,"Good and dry. Trades richness for a certain aloof elegance, and while it could be denser in fruit, the blackberry, currant and mocha flavors are just fine. Drink now. Production was 16,130 cases.",Jack London Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2007 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kenwood 14.9,Red,US,"An easy-drinking red wine. It's silky, fruity and dry. You could substitute it as an interesting alternative to Pinot Noir. Shows cherry and tobacco flavors, with a brisk scour of acidity.",,38,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Yorba 2007 Tempranillo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorba-2007-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Tempranillo,2007,Yorba 14,Dessert,Italy,"Opens with a thick amber color and aromas of peppermint, apricot, white mineral and lavender honey. There's a floral component in the mouth but this wine also offers distinctive flavors of dried grass or herbs.",500ml,51,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Colosi 2006 500ml (Passito di Pantelleria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colosi-2006-500ml-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2006,Colosi 13,Red,France,"With many Champy reds, the high toast extract is just a hint. Here it dominates. While there is acidity and a bitter cherry flavor, it is hard to discern through the barrier of wood. Maybe two or three years will help, but it is a question.",Vieilles Vignes,,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Maison Champy 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly earthy and herbal smelling but with enough clean fruit on the nose to make the grade. The palate is fairly flush, with blackberry, baked notes and bitter chocolate flavors. Fleshy and warm overall, with a thick finish that's lightly peppery and toasty.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2009,Bodega Norton 14,Red,Italy,"A 60-40 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot, this easy-drinking and affordable wine offers a nice ensemble of cherry, cassis, spice and leather. Pair this wine with pasta alla norma (short pasta with fried eggplant and salty ricotta cheese).",Cuccaia,16,86,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Piandibugnano 2007 Cuccaia (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piandibugnano-2007-cuccaia-red-montecucco/,Red Blend,2007,Piandibugnano 12,White,Portugal,"Light, fresh and crisp, typical of bright cool whites of the Lisbon region. It has lively, fresh acidity, picked out with lemon and grapefruit flavors.",Portada Branco,9,86,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Portada Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-portada-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2009,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,Red,US,"This Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon blend has rich blackberry, cherry, currant, licorice and sandalwood flavors. It's dry and quite acidic, with a tart, clean mouthfeel and a silky texture. Drink now.",Viva Yo,24,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bodegas Paso Robles 2005 Viva Yo Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-paso-robles-2005-viva-yo-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bodegas Paso Robles 13.5,Red,US,"A little on the thin side, but attractively layered and dry, with fine tannins and brisk acidity framing blackberry, currant, licorice, herb and cedar flavors. A good everyday Cabernet.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,EOS 14,Red,US,"Dark, earthy and rubbery aromas go along with a reasonably fruity bouquet, and as a whole the entry is good. The palate is full, a bit rough and rugged, with ripe, sweet black-cherry and cassis flavors. Concentrated and a touch syrupy, but good for what amounts to basic Cabernet.",Steinbeck Vineyard,21,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2008 Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2008-steinbeck-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Eberle 11.8,White,US,"There's a maturity that shines through from the honeyed applesauce and steel aromas in this off-dry Riesling. Rich and full bodied on the palate, bright, fresh apple and lemon flavors linger elegantly on the tongue with a hint of bitter lime pith.",Select,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2008 Select Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2008-select-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Wagner 12.5,Red,Austria,"The Stiftsbreite vineyard has a claim to fame: It is the largest St. Laurent vineyard in the world. This fruity wine sums up the grape with ripe red berry and spicy black cherry flavors, just bursting with juice and bright acidity.",Ausstich Tattendorf,22,86,Thermenregion,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2008 Ausstich Tattendorf St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2008-ausstich-tattendorf-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2008,Stift Klosterneuburg 13,White,New Zealand,"This Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is very easy to drink, if slightly lacking distinctiveness. Melon and fig flavors finish on a slightly grassy note, while the texture is plump and soft.",,13,86,Marlborough,,,Smythe & Renfield 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smythe-renfield-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Smythe & Renfield ,Red,Chile,"Creamy and herbal on the nose, with mild vegetal aromas and big but bland black-fruit scents. The palate is big and chunky, with heavy berry flavors tempered by herbal notes. Same goes for the finish, which is thick and hefty but a little sticky.",Ecos de Rulo,,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2007 Ecos de Rulo Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2007-ecos-rulo-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Viña Bisquertt 13,Red,Italy,"This informal and light super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon would make a cheerful companion to spaghetti with Bolognese sauce or veal involtini stuffed with bread crumbs, parsley and pecorino cheese. The wine shows fruit intensity and enough natural acidity to cut through those dishes.",Poggio al Tufo Rompicollo,15,86,Tuscany,Maremma,,Tommasi 2008 Poggio al Tufo Rompicollo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-poggio-al-tufo-rompicollo-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2008,Tommasi 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A neutral cava with white candy and mango on the nose. The palate is both foamy and scouring, with soda cracker, apple and citrus pith creating the flavor profile and finish. Shows basic flavors, normal mouthfeel and scouring acidity.",Brut,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Sàniger 2007 Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saniger-2007-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Sàniger 14.5,Red,Italy,"Mostly Sangiovese with smaller percentages of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, this informal wine offers freshness and simplicity. You'll recognize balanced aromas of red fruit, spice, leather and a touch of chewy pipe tobacco.",,13,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2007 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2007-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 13,Red,France,"A light wine with strawberry freshness and prominent acidity. Bright and vivid, showing a core layer of firmer structure.",,29,86,Burgundy,Givry,,Domaine de la Ferté 2008 Givry,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferte-2008-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine de la Ferté 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very likeable and approachable Prosecco with bright aromas of white flower, citrus and peach. The wine is tonic, crisp and balanced and because this is a Brut expression, the wine is dry and fresh.",Brut Perlé,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Dal Din NV Brut Perlé (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-din-nv-brut-perle-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Dal Din 14,Red,Chile,"Smells big but also herbal and entirely like a Maipo Cab. There's a freshness to the palate but also olive, herbs, berry fruit and a touch of vanilla sweetness. Medium-length on the finish, with some creamy, candied weight. Good but kind of regular given the price.",Antiguas Reservas,18,86,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2007 Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2007-antiguas-reservas-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cousiño-Macul 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a simple, easy sparkling wine with some sweet flavors of peach and apricot backed by drying mineral tones and chopped garden herbs. The quality of the perlage is foamy and soft.",Le Dolcirive Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Costaruél NV Le Dolcirive Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaruel-nv-le-dolcirive-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Costaruél ,Red,US,"Layers of char, black pepper and briar patch help to build complexity in this dense, concentrated black plum Merlot. There's a touch of green leaf and tomato throughout, but overall, it's a fruit-driven, luscious wine accented with spice and smooth, supple tannins. Aged 24 months in new French oak.",Château Reserve,30,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2004 Château Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2004-chateau-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Comtesse Thérèse ,Red,France,"A surprisingly dumb wine, not giving much beyond very dry tannins. The result is a wine that has bitterness, with dark chocolate and bitter cherry fruits. Will it open up? Maybe, but the jury is still out.",Domaine de la Tour du Bief,,86,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine de la Tour du Bief (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-tour-bief-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Full-bodied wine that is soft, washing easily over the palate. The downside is that it lacks definition, the tannic structure lost in the velvet texture. Drink now.",Château de la Perrière,,86,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château de la Perrière (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-perriere-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Clean and approachable, with lemon-lime aromas leading to an easy, mildly crisp palate with lemon, lime and honeydew flavors. Sweet in accordance with standard extra dry guidelines, and also good for apéritifs and sparkling cocktails.",Cordon Negro Extra Dry,12,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-122099/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Sweet and a little grassy on the nose, with lemon-lime aromas. The palate has a solid, regular, friendly feel along with sweet flavors of white nectarine, apple juice and tarragon. Perfectly quaffable, dry in feel despite being semisweet, and balanced. For the price, what's not to like? Imported",Carta Nevada Brut,9,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-sparkling-cava-122100/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13,Red,Italy,Here's an easy Sangiovese-based wine (with a small percent of Petit Verdot for extra darkness and color) that would pair wonderfully with stay-home pizza or pasta. The wine offers bright berry nuances of cherry and raspberry and a touch of distant spice and smoke on the fade.,Il Gregoriano,12,86,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Fattoria Scopone 2006 Il Gregoriano Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-scopone-2006-il-gregoriano-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2006,Fattoria Scopone 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and sort of reduced on the nose, with sulfur and gaseous notes. After airing, it shows a juicy but plump mouthfeel with standard, perfectly good blackberry and herbal flavors. Finishes warm, full and toasty, but also a bit lemony and clacky.",Limited Edition Reserve,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espuela del Gaucho 2008 Limited Edition Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espuela-gaucho-2008-limited-edition-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Espuela del Gaucho 14.9,Red,US,"Co-released with the 2007 Zin-Petite Sirah blend, this wine shows the same characteristics. It's dryish, tannic and rustic, with peppery flavors framing berries, currants and smoked meat. Give it a good decant before serving.",Zinfandel-,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Watkins Family 2008 Zinfandel- Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watkins-family-2008-zinfandel-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Watkins Family 13,Red,Italy,"Nemus pairs the light fruit and crisp acidity of Sangiovese against the hearty firmness of Cabernet Sauvignon to produce an informal, food-friendly wine that would match pasta dishes and pizza with fresh mozzarella.",Nemus,14,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Scopetani 2007 Nemus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2007-nemus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Scopetani 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a simple, luminous sparkling Prosecco with firm, steady perlage and bright aromas of field flower, stone fruit, honeycomb and crushed white stone. The mouthfeel is dominated by fleshy, peachy sweetness.",Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Pitars NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pitars-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Pitars 12.5,Red,US,"The nose offers plenty of cooked plum preserves, warm spice and toasted, nutty oak. There's a nice, lush texture and body, and bright red cherry and plums flavors on the palate. The fruit flavors may be slightly lacking in concentration, but supple tannins make for smooth, easy sipping.",Aquebogue Estate,18,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2006 Aquebogue Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2006-aquebogue-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2006,Comtesse Thérèse 12.5,Red,US,"After the scent of char blows off a bit, this first harvest Merlot opens sweetly to aromas of vanilla, cinnamon spice and plush, red plums. There's a hint of green stalks and leaves detectable on the palate amidst underripe black cherry and plum flavors, but bright acidity gives this wine a fresh character and the spiced plum finish is pleasant.",First Harvest,18,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2005 First Harvest Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2005-first-harvest-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Comtesse Thérèse ,Red,US,"A very different composition from the 2007 Les Chevaux, this year's blend is 34% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Syrah, 8% Cabernet Franc and 8% Malbec. It's a tannic wine, and seems to put a lot of emphasis on the vanilla/tobacco flavors that characterize so many blended reds these days. Fair value, but somewhat generic.",H3 Les Chevaux Red Wine,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2008 H3 Les Chevaux Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-h3-chevaux-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Columbia Crest 12.5,Red,Austria,"The least successful of Heinrich's varietal range, this is edgy with insistent acidity. The fruit does show red cherry brightness, although the mineral character returns.",,,86,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2007 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2007-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Gernot and Heike Heinrich ,Red,France,"This is a soft, open wine, full of ripe berry fruits and red cherries. There is only the lightest tannin, along with bright acidity, a wine that is so ready to drink.",Sélection,,86,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens somewhat clipped and choppy, with citrusy aromas mixed with red fruits. The palate is healthy, lean and acidic, with bright plum and berry flavors softened by some creamy vanilla. A solid wine with punch, acidity and a good finish.",Reserva,19,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Ramón Bilbao 14.2,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with good varietal flavors of blackberries and currants, wrapped into rich tannins. It's a fine Cabernet to drink with ordinary food, and a good value.",Running with the Bulls,10,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Salvatore Principe 2007 Running with the Bulls Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2007-running-with-bulls-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Salvatore Principe 12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A bit unusual and confusing, but that's because it hails from the Rioja region. The nose is herbal and mustardy, with green aromas leading to a cidery palate of apples and spice. There's also a bit of lemon and creaminess to this cava. Hard to understand but not without its merits.",Casa Conde de Haro,27,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Muga NV Casa Conde de Haro Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-nv-casa-conde-haro-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Muga 14.3,Red,US,"Gets the job done with its rich tannins, crisp acids and solid blackberry, mocha and orange zest flavors. Easy to drink, and ready now. Production was 1,685 cases.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2008 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2008,Morgan 14.2,Red,US,"A perfectly fine, full-bodied red wine. Dry and tannic, it has ripe cherry and some overripe raisin and prune notes, wrapped into fancy tannins. Drink now.",Estate Grown,34,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2006 Estate Grown Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2006-estate-grown-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2006,Monticello Vineyards 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Pale peach in color with savory aromas of apple, pear and buttered toast, this softly pétillant brut rosé hits the palate a touch sweet. Made from Pinot Noir with a splash of Chardonnay, it balances bracingly high acidity with rich, buttery biscuit flavors and a dry finish.",Brut Rosé,16,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,,Martha Clara 12.5,White,France,"A delicate but complex nose of peony, bergamot, Anjou pear and hard melon transition to a somewhat surprisingly lean mouth flooded with citrus flavors. The nuances of the bouquet are mostly missing on the palate, but this remains a clean and refreshing white.",Blanc,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Les Deux Rives 2009 Blanc White (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-rives-2009-blanc-white-corbieres/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Les Deux Rives 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Black plum skins, green pepper, cassis and coffee provide the core character of this wine, with accents of tobacco and wood adding complexity. The medium-weight mouthfeel is balanced and easygoing with soft tannins and a clean finish.",,22,86,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Le Bonheur 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bonheur-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Le Bonheur 13.4,White,US,"Sweetly ripe and oaky, with pineapple jam, kiwi, pear and green apple, and notes of vanilla, buttered popcorn and cream. Defines the fruit-forward, buttery style of Chardonnay in a soft, forward way.",Sapphire Hill Vineyard,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2008 Sapphire Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2008-sapphire-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Paradise Ridge 13,White,Austria,"A very crisp Chardonnay, with a high level of acidity to go with the white currant and green plum fruits. The wine is fruity and open, while kept tight by an apple skin texture. Screw cap.",Mal Anders Smaragd,,86,Wachau,,,Machherndl 2008 Mal Anders Smaragd Chardonnay (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machherndl-2008-mal-anders-smaragd-chardonnay-wachau/,Chardonnay,2008,Machherndl 13,Red,France,"Fixin, the northernmost red wines on the Côte de Nuits, generally produces light wines. This is no exception; the wine is bright, very fresh, with hints of berry fruits.",Vieilles Vignes,36,86,Burgundy,Fixin,,Derey Frères 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Fixin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derey-freres-2008-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-fixin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Derey Frères 12,Red,France,"Packed with juicy red cherries, this is a fresh, fruity Beaujolais to drink this winter. There is just a touch of tannin as well as refreshing acidity.",Cuvée Terroir,15,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine Pral 2009 Cuvée Terroir (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pral-2009-cuvee-terroir-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2009,Domaine Pral 12.5,White,Portugal,"Delicious fresh citrus flavored wine, bright as a button, lively and crisp. Made from Alvarinho, there is a creamy texture with a mineral element, finishing with green plums and banana flavors.",Quinta dos Loridos Branco,15,86,Lisboa,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Quinta dos Loridos Branco Alvarinho (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-quinta-loridos-branco-albarino-alvarinho-lisboa/,Alvarinho,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13,White,Italy,"Centine is an easy, well-priced white wine from Tuscany with pretty aromas of citrus and stone fruit backed by drying mineral tones and fresh acidity. The wine would make a perfect companion to light dishes like tuna salad.",Centine,11,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2009 Centine White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2009-centine-white-toscana/,White Blend,2009,Banfi 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Smooth, red-fruited wine with a fine balance between fresh berry acidity and ripe tannins. The wine is young, fresh, ready to drink.",JP Azeitão Tinto,9,86,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 JP Azeitão Tinto Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-jp-azeitao-tinto-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a distinctive and expressive take on Prosecco with uniquely floral aromas that resemble dried rose or lavender. You'll also recognize shades of cut grass and herbs buried nicely within the foamy cream of the sparkler's soft, foamy mouthfeel.",Verv Extra Dry,21,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Andreola 2009 Verv Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2009-verv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2009,Andreola 12,White,France,"A very herbaceous Sauvignon aroma, crisp and fresh with pink grapefruit and lemon grass flavors on top of a bright squeeze of lime. There is a final touch of pear juice acidity.",,13,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château La Rose du Pin 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rose-pin-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château La Rose du Pin 12.5,White,France,"With tight acidity and a grassy herbaceous character, the wine has crisp fruit, a flinty structure and a brittle apple-skin texture. For fresh apéritif drinking.",,17,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château La Rame 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rame-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château La Rame 12.5,Red,France,"A full and ripe texture, wood aging giving good definition. The wine has a tannic element, but this is well balanced with the juicy black currant fruit and the lightly refreshing acidity.",,25,86,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château du Vallier 2008 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vallier-2008-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Vallier 13,Sparkling,US,"It's called extra dry, but it's actually kind of sweet. Not too much, just enough to give a rich, honeyed edge to the strawberry, peach, nectarine and toast flavors.",Extra-Dry Riche,22,86,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Extra-Dry Riche Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-extra-dry-riche-sparkling-california-123036/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.4,White,Argentina,"The opening of lemon, lychee and pineapple is textbook and clean, while the palate is full and oily but not cloying or bitter. In fact, the flavors are pure applesauce and green melon, while the finish is fat and generous. A respectable, honest take on Torrontés.",Desvario,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Tierra Colorada 2009 Desvario Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-tierra-colorada-2009-desvario-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Bodega Tierra Colorada ,White,New Zealand,Very leafy and herbal—think crushed tomato leaf—but there's an adequate complement of tropical fruit to keep things moving along. Would work just right with parsley-laden mussels.,,17,86,Nelson,,,Waimea 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waimea-2009-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Waimea 13.5,Red,Chile,"A good, basic table wine with spice, berry syrup, flower notes and char on the nose. The palate is a bit sharp and tangy, but the herbal berry and pepper flavors are pleasing. Shows a clean outlook and a dry coffee-tinged finish.",Private Reserve,13,86,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2009 Private Reserve Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2009-private-reserve-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Viña el Aromo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Il Fresco is exactly the kind of sparkling wine you want in large supply when your home is filled with family and friends. The wine is redolent of citrus, lime, stone fruit and loads of floral freshness.",Il Fresco Brut,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi NV Il Fresco Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-il-fresco-brut-prosecco-124551/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft, fruity wine from the Castelão grape grown in sandy vineyards, this is smooth and ripe, with a good edge of acidity. The wine has great berry fruits, just a touch of tannin, ready to drink now.",Azul Portugal,10,86,Palmela,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Azul Portugal Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-azul-portugal-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2009,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy and straightforward super Tuscan blend that would pair with lasagna or white meat dishes such as roast pork or chicken. The wine shows good freshness with loads of black fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed black pepper.",Terre del Pelacane,20,86,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,I Veroni 2008 Terre del Pelacane Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2008-terre-pelacane-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2008,I Veroni 13,White,US,"Like many Rieslings from the Finger Lakes, honey and apple cider aromas perfume Fox Run's Reserve. A dark, steely tone on the palate may come off as slightly tinny, but plenty of bright apple and pear flavors and a long orange peel finish make this luscious, dry wine a great choice for casual winter fare.",Reserve,30,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Fox Run 2008 Reserve Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2008-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2008,Fox Run 14.9,Red,US,"Hard to appreciate, with its bite of acidity and jammy flavors. Good and dry, but this Cabernet lacks the richness and complexity you expect from Oakville.",,55,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Groth 14,Red,US,"This is a soft, simply constructed wine, but it's very tasty. Flatters the mouth with waves of ripe raspberries, cherries, currants and cocoa, sprinkled with anise and black pepper. Drink now.",Reserve Bordonaro Vineyard,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2008 Reserve Bordonaro Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-reserve-bordonaro-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,EOS ,Red,France,"Ripe and also tannic, this is structured wine, its berry fruits pushing through a dry plum skin texture. It is solid and chunky while remaining fresh and fruity.",Château des Vierres,,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château des Vierres (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-vierres-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Packed with strawberry aromas and red berry fruits, this is a ripe, fruit-forward wine only lightly disturbed by tannins. There is a great juicy quality here.",Château des Bachelards,,86,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château des Bachelards (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-bachelards-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13.8,Red,US,"A little too soft, which gives a flat, lifeless quality to the mouthfeel. On the other hand, the flavors are wonderful, ranging from cherries and currants to an exquisite overlay of oak. Doesn't seem to be going anywhere, so drink up.",La Encantada Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Furthermore 2008 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2008-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Furthermore 14.2,Red,US,"Tasted in October, 2010, this Pinot had a spritziness indicating some instability, making it hard to evaluate. That could calm down eventually, leaving behind a big, flavorful and dry red wine, brimming with berries, cherries and cola.",Bohemian Vineyard,40,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Furthermore 2008 Bohemian Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2008-bohemian-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Furthermore 14,White,Portugal,"Rich and full-bodied, this white has almond, peach and mango flavors. In the mouth, it feels rich and concentrated, the acidity slow to reveal itself.",Rocim Branco,17,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Rocim 2009 Rocim Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-rocim-2009-rocim-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade do Rocim 14.2,White,US,"Oaky and ripe, this Chardonnay shows soft flavors of pineapples, Meyer lemons, mangoes and sweetly smoked vanilla oak. Made in the modern style for drinking now.",Gravel Bar,40,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawkes 2008 Gravel Bar Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkes-2008-gravel-bar-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hawkes 9,White,Portugal,"Soft and creamy, although with just the right Vinho Verde bite, this is a crisp and clean wine, boasting light pear and pink grapefruit flavors. Off dry and very fresh.",Santola,7,86,Vinho Verde,,,Messias 2009 Santola White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2009-santola-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Messias 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Juicy, elegant fruit is supported by firm tannins and a vivid texture. Refreshing acidity from black currant flavors, structured by wood and spice, finishing bright and fresh.",Pèra Doce Reserva,13,86,Alentejano,,,Parras Vinhos 2007 Pèra Doce Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2007-pera-doce-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Parras Vinhos 15.7,Red,US,"This wine comes from the San Lucas area of the southern Salinas Valley, on the way toward Paso Robles. It's a peppery wine, rustic, hot and dry, with strong jammy flavors of cherries and blackberries, and a long, spicy finish. Drink now.",,42,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Pomar Junction 2007 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2007,Pomar Junction 12.5,White,US,"The sweet flavors of honey and oranges make this wine taste delicious and generous. It could be crisper and have additional layers of complexity, but a little sugar goes a long way.",Rayons de Soleil,11,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2009 Rayons de Soleil Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2009-rayons-soleil-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2009,Novella 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An elegant wine, the tannins a core element in the firm structure. Acidity and black currant flavors go together with spice. It is a young wine, ready to drink, but will develop.",Pedras do Monte,8,86,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Pedras do Monte Cabernet Sauvignon and Tinta Roriz (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-pedras-monte-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-tinta-roriz-lisboa/,Cabernet Sauvignon and Tinta Roriz,2008,DFJ Vinhos 13,White,South Africa,"Surprisingly, this blend of 65% Chenin Blanc and 35% Sémillon is quite rich and oaky with prominent aromas of butter, wood-grilled red apple and walnut skin. The mouth offers more creamy nutty flavors of buttered popcorn and peach pit, but a bit lacking in the fruit department.",Donatus White,25,86,Stellenbosch,,,Dornier 2008 Donatus White White (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dornier-2008-donatus-white-stellenbosch/,White Blend,2008,Dornier 15,Red,Australia,"This boasts some rather prominent herbal (dill, perhaps?) notes, but this is an otherwise creamy-textured, soft Cabernet meant for immediate consumption. Vanilla and black cherry notes start upfront and persist through the slightly warm finish.",Truffle Chocolate,17,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Chocolate Box 2008 Truffle Chocolate Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chocolate-box-2008-truffle-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chocolate Box 13,Red,Italy,This is an informal and fresh Cabernet that would pair perfectly with easy pasta dishes or lasagna. Aromas include black cherry and plum and the wine offers a polished and compact feel overall.,Poggio al Tufo,15,86,Tuscany,Maremma,,Tommasi 2008 Poggio al Tufo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-poggio-al-tufo-cabernet-sauvignon-maremma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tommasi 14.1,Red,US,"Pretty good Merlot for its dryness and classy mouthfeel. Shows blackberry, cherry, herb and oak flavors, with solid tannins. Beginning to dry out, so drink now.",,50,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Twomey 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Twomey 13,Red,South Africa,"A touch sharp with prominent acidity and soft tannins in the mouth. Tart dried cherry, raspberry and plum fill palate, with a clean, medium-length finish sealing the experience. Drink now.",Reserve,15,86,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2007 Reserve Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2007,Rooiberg 13.5,White,US,"The initial odor, probably from sulfur, will blow off quickly with decanting. It's crisp and bright in pineapples, limes, pears and green apples, with a touch of tart gooseberry.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Robert Hall 14.3,Red,US,"Feels too soft and rather one-dimensional, although the flavors are very good. The best thing about the wine, aside from dryness, is the richness of tannins. The fruit veers toward blackberry marmalade and currants. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",Thompson Vineyard,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tercero 2007 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercero-2007-thompson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Tercero 14.8,Red,US,"Somewhat soft and jammy. While it's certainly delicious, this 100% Cabernet needs greater structure and complexity to add value to the sweet blackberries, cherries and chocolate.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stepping-stone-by-cornerstone-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 14.4,Red,US,"A little simple and soft, but a pretty good approximation of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Shows raspberry jam, cola, red licorice and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into a silky texture.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sea Mist 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-mist-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sea Mist 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Despite being six years old, this is still kicking. The nose is raw and stewy, but it's also ripe and rubbery, with cassis and berry aromas. The palate is thick, bulky and chunky, with heavy, chewy berry fruit flavors in front of a slightly baked finish. One-dimensional but not bad for Argentine Cab.",Limited Reserve,24,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña El Cerno 2004 Limited Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-cerno-2004-limited-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viña El Cerno 13.5,Red,Australia,"Fresh and juicy, this easy-drinking blend provides simple mint and cassis aromas and flavors at a reasonable price, with just enough structure to stand up to burgers and the like. Drink now–2013.",Gamekeeper's Shiraz-Grenache-Touriga,13,86,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2008 Gamekeeper's Shiraz-Grenache-Touriga Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2008-gamekeepers-shiraz-grenache-touriga-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2008,St Hallett 14,Dessert,Italy,"This expression of Moscadello di Montalcino opens with a dark, golden color and intense aromas of candied fruit, orange zest, roasted almond and dried apricot. The wine is thick and smooth with a strong element of sweetness balanced by a touch of crisp acidity.",500ml,35,86,Tuscany,Moscadello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2004 500ml (Moscadello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2004-500ml-muscat-moscadello-moscadello-montalcino/,Moscadello,2004,Mocali 12.5,White,Italy,"This fresh Vermentino from Maremma delivers green fruit ones, exotic and passion fruits.",Poggio al Tufo,15,86,Tuscany,Maremma,,Tommasi 2008 Poggio al Tufo Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-poggio-al-tufo-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2008,Tommasi 13.8,Red,US,"Easy to mistake this for a rustic Pinot Noir, with its silky texture, crisp acidity and bone-dry flavors of cherries and cola. Although it's not especially complex, it's the kind of likeable wine you could drink a bottle of with a nice meal.",Las Brisas Vineyard,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2007 Las Brisas Vineyard Tempranillo (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2007-las-brisas-vineyard-tempranillo-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Tempranillo,2007,Mahoney 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple, spearmint, mixed greens and citrus carry the bouquet to a firm palate with dry papaya, lemon and herb flavors. Finishes with apple, lemon and bitterness. Very basic and quaffable, but nothing extraordinary.",Cuvee Henri,15,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Loxarel NV Cuvee Henri Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loxarel-nv-cuvee-henri-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Loxarel ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Aged five years in cask, this has a dry edge with a light poise to it. It has a good, sweet raisin character, on the dry side.",Ruby Reserva,,86,Port,,,Quinta do Passadouro NV Ruby Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-nv-ruby-reserva-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Passadouro 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"Crisp, bright, strawberry-flavored wine that has some weight and spice to it. It shows ripe fruit as well as vivid acidity, freshly balanced with red currant aftertaste.",,18,86,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Sant'Ana 2009 Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santana-2009-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2009,Quinta de Sant'Ana 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Fresh and full of lime on the nose, and overall this is simple, smooth and gives you little reason to worry or fuss. The palate is smooth, creamy and a little low on acids, thus the lemon-lime and melon flavors have a fullness that's sweet and good.",Extra Dry,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-122091/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 13,Red,US,"There's a profusion of charred oak on the nose and palate, but smoke and tar notes combined with a slightly cooked plum and cherry profile make this hearty Merlot a good match for smoked meats or bacon enhanced meals. Subtle violet and barnyard aromas add some complexity, but the finish drops quickly on a charred wood note.",,20,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2007 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2007-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Osprey's Dominion 13.5,White,South Africa,"The light and soft bouquet offers faint glimmers of fresh-cut grass and tart green berries. More of the same unfolds in the mouth, with lime citrus and green gooseberry leading through to the crisp finish.",,20,86,Elgin,,,Vrede en Lust 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vrede-en-lust-2009-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Vrede en Lust 13,White,Spain,"Sort of generic and oily on the nose, with white-fruit aromas that don't fully register. The palate is both spongy and spritzy, with dry, soft flavors of melon and papaya. More fluffy and lush than zesty and precise.",,14,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Valdelainos 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelainos-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Valdelainos 12.5,White,Spain,"Lucid and basically colorless, with flowery, lychee-like aromas that suggest Malvasia or Moscatel. But it's only Viura and Chardonnay, and it tastes fresh, floral and nice, with lime and lychee. About as easy as they come.",Viura-Chardonnay,12,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2009 Viura-Chardonnay White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2009-viura-chardonnay-white-navarra/,White Blend,2009,Ochoa 13,White,South Africa,"A bit muted and light on intensity with soft ripe stone fruit and citrus aromas and flavors. Slightly prickly in the mouth with a short but clean finish, this is a good choice for heartier roast chicken dishes.",,20,86,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2009 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2009-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2009,Neil Ellis ,Red,US,"Mostly Merlot, with Syrah and Cab Franc filling in the rest, this pleasant, everyday red has forward, clean, but simple fruit flavors. It adds light streaks of vanilla, cut leaf, and a suggestion of moist earth. A good companion for a simple burger.",Red,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Murphy's Law 2008 Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphys-law-2008-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Murphy's Law 13.5,Red,Austria,"A lean, austere wine with a mineral character over the berry fruit and acidity. That said, there is a warm layer of acidity and spice that is now coming to maturity in the firm structure.",Edition Chremisa,24,86,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2007 Edition Chremisa Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2007-edition-chremisa-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2007,Winzer Krems 12.5,White,Portugal,"A rounded wine, keeping the white fruit character of pears, given vibrancy by a citric grapefruit flavor. Full in the mouth, it has a smooth texture, finishing softly.",Samora Branco,11,86,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Samora Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-samora-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Fresh and vibrant, with hints of herbs and flowers alongside figs and citrus fruits. This is light in body but not light on flavor, although it does finish a bit short.",Russian Jack,16,86,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2009 Russian Jack Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2009-russian-jack-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Martinborough Vineyard 12.7,White,US,"Sweet, freshly pressed apples seem to gush from this medium-bodied, off-dry Reserve. Juicy and refreshing with a bright acidity and a hint of lemon rind on the finish, it's an easy-drinking wine that would be great for casual entertaining.",Vinter's Reserve,25,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2008 Vinter's Reserve Riesling (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2008-vinters-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Riesling,2008,Hosmer 12.5,Red,France,"A soft, spicy wine, with a slight farmyard character alongside light acidity. Mushrooms, smokiness and sweet vegetables are developing as the wine matures. Drink now.",Cuvée Edmond Dantes,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Monte Christo 2004 Cuvée Edmond Dantes (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monte-christo-2004-cuvee-edmond-dantes-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Monte Christo 12.5,Dessert,France,"From a great dessert wine year, this is packed with botrytis, unctuous in texture, rich and liquor-like. It is not for aging, but is delicious now.",,,86,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Château la Rayre 2005 Monbazillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayre-2005-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château la Rayre 12.5,Red,France,"This is soft, light and dominated by fresh berry fruits. The tannins give an attractive structure to this gentle wine. Drink now.",Gariottin,20,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Cénac 2008 Gariottin Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2008-gariottin-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château de Cénac 13,White,France,"A smooth, easy wine, fresh, with a crisp citrus edge and a broad texture. It is the perfect wine for seafood, with its final tight acidity.",,24,86,Patrimonio,,,Clos Teddi 2008 Vermentino (Patrimonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-teddi-2008-italian-white-vermentino-patrimonio/,Vermentino,2008,Clos Teddi 11,Sparkling,Australia,"Straightforward, fresh and citrusy, this is a 100% Chardonnay sparkler that proves quality and price are not always perfectly linked, making it a great value. It is a little soft and plush in style, but shows some leesy hints and plenty of tangerine fruit on the moderately long finish.",DB Family Selection Sparkling Brut,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV DB Family Selection Sparkling Brut Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-db-family-selection-sparkling-brut-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,,De Bortoli 14,Red,US,"Lots of rich cherry fruit flavor in this wine. It's marked by decent acids and brisk tannins, and is totally dry. Feels one dimensional, but it has a nice silky texture.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,DARE by Viader 2007 Tempranillo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dare-by-viader-2007-tempranillo-napa-valley/,Tempranillo,2007,DARE by Viader 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an easygoing red blend made with grapes that are native to Tuscany. The biggest component is Sangiovese and indeed you can taste flavors of wild berry, cherry, wet earth, violet and white mushroom. The mouthfeel is cool, crisp and informal.",Le Franette,18,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bocelli 2007 Le Franette Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocelli-2007-le-franette-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Bocelli 13.5,Red,US,"A good, sound wine to drink now. It's nicely dry and rich in tannins, with a burst of acidity. The cherry, blackberry and raspberry flavors are a bit jammy.",Topanga Vineyards,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black & White 2006 Topanga Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-white-2006-topanga-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Black & White 13,White,France,"Pear, peach and tropical fruits all roll together in this wine, with just a touch of toasty character. The wine is rounded and full, but still fresh.",Château Ducla Experience XIV,20,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Yvon Mau 2006 Château Ducla Experience XIV (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2006-chateau-ducla-experience-xiv-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Yvon Mau 13.9,White,US,"A good Chardonnay, rich and creamy in pineapple, lime, Asian pear, vanilla and new oak flavors. It's balanced with crisp acidity. Drink now.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2009 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2009,Husch 12.5,White,Austria,"An elegant, ready to drink Riesling, with peach and flowery white currants. The texture shows the natural minerality of the grape, leaving a wine with a bright tang of acidity.",Franzhauser,19,87,Niederösterreich,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2009 Franzhauser Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2009-franzhauser-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Stift Klosterneuburg 12.5,White,Austria,"The lightest wine from the 500-year-old Stadt Krems winery. It has an attractive edge of spice to go with its apple and cream texture. Not for aging, but a delicious apéritif wine.",,16,87,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2009-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Stadt Krems ,Red,US,"Juicy cranberry and pie cherry fruit brings this wine into clear focus. There is an underpinning of wet cement that comes across in the mid-palate, a sort of a stone wall that the fruit can't quite overcome. It fades into an astringent, tannic finish, still buoyed by those juicy acids.",Reserve,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Snoqualmie 14.9,Red,US,"Amazingly rich flavors mark this Cab, ranging from blackberries and black currants to earthier notes of herbs, cola and olive tapenade. It's dry, and the tannins are lush and easy. Super easy to drink, but could benefit from greater structure, as it's a bit too soft.",Reserve,45,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rodney Strong 14,Red,Chile,"A little generic, but overall this is a nice, simple, easy-to-like Cab with clean aromas and good structure and flavors. The nose is snappy, while the palate is driven by cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. Lasting and lively on the finish, with a modicum of complexity.",Selección del Directorio,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2009 Selección del Directorio Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2009-seleccion-directorio-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Santa Helena 14,Dessert,Italy,"Terre del Cereolo is a very spicy and smoky expression of Recioto that shows oak-driven notes of clove, tobacco, blackberry and plum. The wine delivers its natural sweetness in the mouth as well as firm, biting tannins at the end.",Terre del Cereolo 500ml,,87,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Trabucchi d'Illasi 2005 Terre del Cereolo 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucchi-dillasi-2005-terre-cereolo-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Trabucchi d'Illasi 12,White,South Africa,"There's a nice minerality to this wine, with ripe and juicy aromas of citrus, honeydew and soft white florals. The mouth is tightly structured with flavors of sweet citrus, green berries and white strawberry hull. Balanced and clean with the medium weight mouth countered by appropriately zesty acidity.",,21,87,Western Cape,,,Mulderbosch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mulderbosch 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Refreshingly effervescent with a fresh apple and lemon nose, this dry sparkler is a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The delicate lather is soft and mouthfilling with a clean minerality and pleasant lemon peel finish.",Brut,22,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara NV Brut Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-nv-brut-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,,Martha Clara 14.5,Red,Spain,"Initially it's rugged, but airing reveals black-cherry aromas and dry spice. The palate is crisp and a little sheer by itself, but the call here is that with food it'll be a winner. Flavors of red fruits are dry and collected, while the finish blends in coffee, spice and a touch of herbal Navarran panache.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Marco Real 2006 Crianza Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-real-2006-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-navarra/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Marco Real 14.3,Red,US,"Tough in tannins and acidic in the Mayacamas style. Feels hard and dry and earthy. The cherry-berry flavors have a tomatoey edge. But this Merlot, which contains 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, has a classy elegance, and opens up as it breathes in the glass.",,35,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2006 Merlot (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2006-merlot-napa-mount-veeder/,Merlot,2006,Mayacamas 15.1,Red,US,"A little sweet with the glycerine of high alcohol, and there may be some residual sugar. That gives the raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit a jelly-jam richness, with nuances of chocolate, anise liqueur and toast. Drink now.",,27,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Mauritson 15.9,Red,US,"Very high in alcohol, to the tune of nearly 16%, making this Zin hot and also rather sweet, an impression that may be reinforced with residual sugar. It's made in that big, Porty style, with dried fruit and chocolate flavors.",Cemetery Vineyard,39,87,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2008 Cemetery Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2008-cemetery-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2008,Mauritson 13.7,Red,US,"This is a strong, spicy Zin, with a big, bold mouthfeel. It has lots of wild berry, beef teriyaki, cola and pepper flavors, while brisk acidity gives it a scour. It's also bone dry. The roughness suggests a little time in the cellar. Try after mid-2011.",The Convict Rocky Ridge Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Paradise Ridge 2007 The Convict Rocky Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2007-convict-rocky-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2007,Paradise Ridge 13.5,White,Spain,"This winery is known for red Mencía, but this small-lot Godello is perfectly nice and drinkable. It has a neutral nose and a fresh palate of green melon, nectarine and apple flavors. The finish is clipped and a touch bitter, but there's no denying its tangy, forward approach. Only 250 cases made.",,22,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2009 Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2009-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2009,Luna Beberide 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very dry, richly textured Cabernet, vast in blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors, with the smooth, complex tannins Oakville is known for. However, there's a noticeable sharpness to the mouthfeel that may never go away.",Bonny's Vineyard,135,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Meyer Family Cellars 2005 Bonny's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meyer-family-cellars-2005-bonnys-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Meyer Family Cellars ,Rose,US,A perfect balance of watermelon and strawberry fruit flavors introduce this lovely rosé. It's bone dry and as perfect a companion to your holiday turkey as your mid-summer picnic.,Ramblin',18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2009 Ramblin' Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2009-ramblin-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2009,Dusted Valley 21.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Normally this producer's high-end Sherries are outstanding, but this Amontillado is aggressive and hard, with a clod-like character that starts with molasses on the nose and then turns toward sharpness and bitterness on the palate. Try as I might, this one strikes me as good but loud, hard, forceful and lacking the suavity that great Sherries possess.",Del Duque Amontillado Muy Viejo,45,87,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Del Duque Amontillado Muy Viejo Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-duque-amontillado-muy-viejo-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,González Byass 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Le Arele is a woody, smoky red dessert wine with firm tannins behind chewy, sweet notes of mature blackberry, cherry, nutmeg, clove and ginger. Pair this wine with chewy chocolate brownies.",Le Arele 500ml,,87,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2007 Le Arele 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2007-le-arele-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Giuseppe Lonardi 13,Red,France,"This mineral-dominated Malbec is dry, packed with tannins as well as black currants and wild berries. It is on the austere side, finishing with intense acidity.",Château Nozières,14,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Domaine du Grand Cros 2005 Château Nozières Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-cros-2005-chateau-nozieres-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2005,Domaine du Grand Cros ,White,US,"Confusingly, a sparkler labeled extra dry is actually extra sweet. It's a French convention that probably should not have been carried over into American labeling, for it simply muddies the water. This is not terribly sweet or sugary, and has a distinctive, lime-flavored citrus streak.",Extra Dry,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Extra Dry White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-extra-dry-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle 14,Red,France,"A blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Grenache, this wine offers both beefy and herbal notes among the more standard black raspberry and plum fruit flavors. Medium-full on the palate with a hint of sanguine character, this comes off a bit brighter and more balanced than one might anticipated from the bouquet.",Fernand Averoux,30,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Domaine Sainte Léocadie 2007 Fernand Averoux Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-leocadie-2007-fernand-averoux-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Sainte Léocadie ,Red,France,"With crisp black berry fruits, this is pure juice in a glass. It has fresh acidity, a light layer of tannin and a sweet underlay to the attractive fruitiness.",Sélection,,87,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14.3,Red,US,"Rich cola, pomegranate, rhubarb, cherry, currant, tomato and flashy oak flavors in this dry Pinot Noir, and it has a nice, silky texture. Feels a bit heavy and one-dimensional, though, and seems to be showing its best, so drink now.",Amber Ridge Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Furthermore 2008 Amber Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2008-amber-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Furthermore 13.5,Red,US,"A very nice wine that takes the variety's rustic nature and elevates it into elegance, at a good price. The wine is dry and soft, with rewarding red berry, currant, mocha and dusty spice flavors.",Keyes Canyon Ranches,12,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Estancia 2008 Keyes Canyon Ranches Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2008-keyes-canyon-ranches-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Estancia 13,Red,Spain,"A perfectly solid Garnacha with pepper, bright red fruit and a touch of country style to the bouquet despite its pedestrian price. The palate is bright and tastes of plum and red berry, while the feel is good and the finish fruity and lively. What inexpensive red wine should be.",,7,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Crucillon 2009 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crucillon-2009-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Crucillon 14.2,White,US,"Superrich, offering waves of pineapple, mango, buttered toast and vanilla flavors. The brilliantly crisp acidity of Edna Valley makes it all clean and brisk. Not much going on below the appealing surface, so drink now. Ahi tuna tartare comes to mind.",Reserve,16,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Courtney Benham 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Courtney Benham 13,White,France,"An oddity—Cabernet Franc made as a white wine. It tastes delicious, with a feeling of sweetness, with soft lychee and spiced apple flavors, balanced acidity and a lively juicy texture.",Blanc de Franc,26,87,France Other,Vin de Table Francais,,Couly-Dutheil NV Blanc de Franc Cabernet Franc (Vin de Table Francais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-nv-blanc-franc-cabernet-franc-vin-table-francais/,Cabernet Franc,,Couly-Dutheil 12.5,Red,France,"Good density for a young wine. There is weight here, dry tannins that integrate well with the berry fruits and the wood. Firm, still developing; keep for 2 years.",,,87,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Cabredon 2008 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabredon-2008-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cabredon 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright, ruby-colored Sangiovese is enhanced by Cabernet Sauvignon and Canaiolo to produce an easy-drinking, informal expression from Tuscany. In the mouth, this pretty wine has a compact, tonic feel and there's enough natural acidity to cut through cheese-filled ravioli.",,15,87,Tuscany,Barco Reale di Carmignano,,Capezzana 2007 Barco Reale di Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2007-red-barco-reale-carmignano/,Red Blend,2007,Capezzana 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Timid but clean as a whistle on the nose, with apple and vanilla aromas along with a sprinkling of talcum powder. The palate is lively and fresh, with flavors of pineapple, lemon and other tropical hints. Entirely pedestrian as cava goes, but 100% clean and refreshing.",Artesanía Brut de Brut,11,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Cavas Hill NV Artesanía Brut de Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-hill-nv-artesania-brut-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Cavas Hill ,Red,US,"A mongrel blend of Syrah, Sangiovese, Grenache and Cabernet Franc, this fruity red has a sweet core of blueberry jam, round and forward and quite appealing. It's dusted with baking spices and fades gently into a soft finish. Hard to imagine a more agreeable bottle of Washington red at this price.",Two Vines Vineyard 10 Red Wine,8,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2008 Two Vines Vineyard 10 Red Wine Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-two-vines-vineyard-10-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,2008,Columbia Crest 13.5,White,France,"A broad, ripe wine, with peach and apricot flavors to go with a fine citrus tang. Full in the mouth, very fruity and attractively textured with green plum skin juiciness.",Princesse de Cleves,17,87,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Clos d'Yvigne 2008 Princesse de Cleves White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-dyvigne-2008-princesse-cleves-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Clos d'Yvigne 12.5,Red,France,"While there is a mineral austerity to this wine, it has the potential for richness. It offers dark berries and sweet plums under the dense layer of tannins. Give it 2–3 years at least.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Suau 2006 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2006-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Suau 13.5,Dessert,France,"Sweet red peach flavors combine with honey in this soft, accessible wine. It has a layer of botrytis and just a hint of dryness. Drink now and over the next few years.",,31,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac,,Château Suau 2005 Cadillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2005-white-cadillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Suau 13.8,Red,US,"This 100% Tempranillo is soft and silky and vibrant in acidity, with pretty flavors of red cherries, raspberries and bacon. A nice wine to drink now with ham, sausage and similar salty, umami-rich fare.",Viva Tu!,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bodegas Paso Robles 2007 Viva Tu! Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-paso-robles-2007-viva-tu-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Paso Robles 14.4,Red,US,"Some producer in Carneros didn't want the wine that went into this negociant's ‘07 Syrah, to judge by its quality. Lucky for Cameron Hughes. It's a fine wine, full-bodied and dry, with spicy flavors of currants, teriaki beef, black pepper and cola, with a bracing minerality that grounds the richness. Could be more concentrated, but it's a very great value.",Lot 178,12,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 178 Syrah (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-178-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Syrah,2007,Cameron Hughes 13.1,White,US,"Superrich in tangerine, peach, lime, mango and honey flavors, this Rhône-style white blend is balanced with crisp acidity and a nice touch of minerality. It's a wine to drink now.",La Prenda Vineyard Dos Burros,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2009 La Prenda Vineyard Dos Burros Marsanne-Roussanne (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2009-prenda-vineyard-burros-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-sonoma-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2009,Atmosphere 14,Red,Australia,"Dark hints of charred oak and cola accent bright berry aromas, while the palate is marked by bold berry and black cherry flavors and a whack of vanilla. It's a medium-bodied red that comes across as a bit hard-edged because of its acidity despite having rather soft tannins. Drink now.",Cricket Pitch Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz-Merlot-Petit Verdot,21,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Brokenwood 2008 Cricket Pitch Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz-Merlot-Petit Verdot Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2008-cricket-pitch-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-merlot-petit-verdot-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2008,Brokenwood 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Celebrating the first lot—Port—in the first auction held by Michael Broadbent in 1966, this is a reserve style wine, rich and soft with chocolate and ripe berry flavors to go with the sweet texture. There is just a final edge of stalkiness.",Lot 1 Auction Reserve,27,87,Port,,,Broadbent NV Lot 1 Auction Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadbent-nv-lot-1-auction-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Broadbent 13.5,Red,US,"Except for a slightly rustic edge to the way the wine feels in the mouth, this is a spectacular success. It stands next to much more expensive Merlots proudly. Dry and smooth in tannins, the cherry, red currant and pepper flavors are outstanding.",,9,87,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Bogle 13.5,Sparkling,US,"One of the winery's sweeter wines, this Pinot Noir-based bubbly has jammy raspberry, strawberry and vanilla flavors. Ultra-crisp acidity provides needed balance. It's a little heavy, but will appeal to those who want some sugar in their sparkling wine.",Russian Cuveé,33,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Russian Cuveé Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Iron Horse 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Simple and easy to like, with cassis and cherry aromas along with a hint of earth, moss and leather. The palate is fresh, juicy and healthy, with clean, regular raspberry and ripe currant flavors. And the finish is long and mildly toasty. Good, presentable and ready to drink.",Grand Reserve,20,87,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2006 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2006-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Graffigna 14,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Ciliegiolo (a native grape of central Italy), this bright ruby wine delivers crisp tones of cassis, white cherry and raspberry. It's a clean, easy wine that would pair well with cheesy pasta or risotto.",,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Tre Stelle 2006 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-tre-stelle-2006-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Le Tre Stelle ,Red,Italy,"This 70-20-10 blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot shows loads of zesty pepper and green spice. Aromatically speaking, the Cabernet component seems strongest. There's bright blackberry and cherry in the mouth with a touch of natural rubber.",Grale,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Le Grascete 2008 Grale (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grascete-2008-grale-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Le Grascete 11.5,White,US,"An extravagantly perfumed Riesling billowing with white jasmine and elderflower notes. The floral tones are maintained on the palate as well, but interlaced with notes of stone and slate that add richness and complexity. The finish is dry and elegant, ending with a hint of bitter lime pith.",HJW Vineyard Dry,39,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2008 HJW Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2008-hjw-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Hermann J. Wiemer 14.8,Red,US,"This is a pretty, polished wine to drink now with a nice steak. It's soft and rich in jammy cherry, berry and spice flavors. Earns extra credit for sheer lusciousness and drinkability.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hauck 2006 Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauck-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2006,Hauck 13.9,White,US,"Except for some excessive sweetness, this is a brilliant wine. It's bright and clean in acidity, offering pineapple, lime and golden mango flavors that go on and on into the spicy finish. No question how delicious it is, but could be a bit drier and firmer.",Clone 76,18,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2008 Clone 76 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2008-clone-76-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Kynsi 14,Red,South Africa,"With 22 to 24 months in new French oak, there's a lot of richness to this wine in the form of raspberry sauce, milk chocolate and balsamic reduction. There's plenty of fruit to support those heavy flavors, though, with vibrant cherry and plum flavors in the medium weight mouth. Cola and spice add interest to the close.",Cathedral Cellar,17,87,Coastal Region,,,KWV 2006 Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2006-cathedral-cellar-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,KWV 14.5,Red,US,"This is Goldeneye's basic appellation Pinot. It's fairly rich in cherries, raspberries, cola, red currant, licorice and sandalwood, with an elegantly crisp mouthfeel. But it lacks excitement, especially at this price. Drink now.",,58,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2007 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Goldeneye 13,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, touched by mint with some good balancing tannins and acidity. A fine, firm and also juicy wine, with a warm texture.",Château Ducla,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Yvon Mau 2006 Château Ducla (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2006-chateau-ducla-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Yvon Mau 14,Red,Portugal,"Ripe and juicy, maybe a little rustic round the edges, certainly fruity. Red berry flavors dominate along with an edgy center of tannin, while juicy acidity completes this attractive wine.",Samora,11,87,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2008 Samora Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2008-samora-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"This rich, delicious blend of Castelão and Alicante Bouschet is soft and juicy, with black and blue berry flavors, dusty tannins and a fine, jammy aftertaste.",Catapereiro,11,87,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2008 Catapereiro Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2008-catapereiro-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,Red,France,"The dry tannins are firmly in charge in this young wine, its fruit fresh rather than rich. The flavors are red plum juice, acidity and a dry core that needs another year to soften.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Roc Meynard 2008 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roc-meynard-2008-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Roc Meynard 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a clean and tonic Moscato d'Asti from the Santo Stefano Belbo area of the Astigiano (a first-rate growing area) that shows lively aromas of honey, peach and white flower. It shows great harmony and personality and is capped by lovely, creamy foam.",,13,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Luca Bosio 2009 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosio-2009-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Luca Bosio 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A properly fruity 10-year-old tawny, balancing ripe fruit against fine, nutty character. It is fresh, on the sweet side, keeping a good layer of acidity.",Soalheira 10-Year-Old Tawny,35,87,Port,,,Borges NV Soalheira 10-Year-Old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-soalheira-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Borges 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made with the native Raboso grape, this sports a dark, inky color and smoky aromas of exotic spice, wood shaving, nutmeg, dark fruit, tobacco and prune. The sugar content is high, although this wine doesn't taste too heavy or syrupy. In fact, it boasts some nice crispiness as well.",Passito 500ml,16,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2007 Passito 500ml Raboso (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2007-passito-500ml-italian-red-raboso-veneto/,Raboso,2007,Bonotto delle Tezze 14.5,White,US,"Lots of bright, fresh fruit in this jammy wine. Bursts with pineapples, nectarines, sweet lemon chiffon pie, green-apple jelly, buttered toast and honey vanilla, wrapped into a creamy texture. Production was 3,100 cases.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Martin Ray ,Red,US,"This tastes like a warm climate, soft, round Cabernet, full-bodied and etched in dark, smoky tannins. The alcohol reaches 14.8% but does not burn; the fruit is a mix of figs and plums and ripe black cherries. Already four years old, it's drinking very well now and may be at its best over the next couple of years.",,22,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Pheasant Valley Winery 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pheasant-valley-winery-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Pheasant Valley Winery 14.5,Red,US,"When a young Pinot Noir is dominated by oak, as this one is, it's a little worrying. Will the oak be absorbed in time, or will it always be excessive? This young wine has pleasant cherry, black raspberry and cola flavors, but the oak seems to have the upper hand. Drink soon.",Estate Grown,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pfendler 2008 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfendler-2008-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pfendler 14,Red,New Zealand,"Subtle and savory, with modest beet, strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors, this is a relatively lightweight offering from Martinborough, with a delicate structure and a juicy, fresh finish. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",,50,87,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2008 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2008-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Martinborough Vineyard 13.5,Red,US,"A little raw in acidity, with some green olive notes, but the rustic nature works in favor of the wine, grounding its rich blackberry, currant and chocolate flavors with earthiness. Tasted in a flight of much more expensive wines, this Cab did very well.",Split Oak Vineyard,12,87,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2007 Split Oak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2007-split-oak-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Morro Bay 13.5,Red,Spain,"A clean, fresh, appealing sort of Tempranillo with cola, earth, black cherry and berry aromas followed by a bright, forward, spicy cherry palate. Honest, snappy, healthy and juicy; nice and solid for La Mancha.",Flor del Montgó,12,87,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Montgó 2008 Flor del Montgó Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgo-2008-flor-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2008,Montgó 12,White,Spain,"Fresh smelling, with notes of green melon, apple, honey and minerals. It's more simple than complex, with crisp apple and orange flavors and then a chunky, slightly pithy finish. For under $15 this is good, casual Albariño that won't steer you wrong.",Verdemar,14,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Montecillo 2009 Verdemar Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2009-verdemar-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Montecillo 13.9,Red,Argentina,"There's more good to this rough and rugged varietal than there is bad. It's hugely fruity, perfectly ripe, colorful and full of cola, coffee, black fruit, rubber and length. It'll definitely last in a cellar, and that can only help soften the punishing tannins and mouthfeel that dominate the current state.",Don David Reserve,16,87,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2008 Don David Reserve Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2008-don-david-reserve-other-red-tannat-cafayate/,Tannat,2008,Michel Torino 14.6,Red,US,"Appealing now for its rich waves of raspberry and cherry jam, cola, anise, bacon and smoky oak flavors. Delicious and refined, with the light, silky texture you expect from Pinot Noir. Seems best now for its youthful opulence.",Rho,45,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2006 Rho Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2006-rho-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Ampelos ,Red,US,"Light berry fruit, alcohol around 13%, a pale color, and plenty of acidity characterize this Pinot Noir. Still tightly wound, it may add some flesh with further bottle age. The aromas hint at tomato leaf, and the wine fades gently.",Bass Hill,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Bass Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-bass-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Amity Vineyards 15.1,Red,US,"A spicy, full-bodied Zin that shows Dry Creek's classic wild berry, red currant, cola, brambly herb and white pepper flavors. It's a big, lusty, high- alcohol wine that pairs with foods such as short ribs or beef tacos. Drink now.",Treborce Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hauck 2008 Treborce Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauck-2008-treborce-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Hauck 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Waipara isn't usually considered Sauvignon Blanc country, but this is a creditable effort, boasting ample melon and fig flavors and a shot of grassiness on the otherwise soft finish.",,17,87,Waipara,,,Grey's Peak 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greys-peak-2009-sauvignon-blanc-waipara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Grey's Peak 14.5,Red,Spain,"For Navarran Merlot-Cab, Inurrieta Norte is always a winner. This vintage has good darkness along with smooth aromas of black fruit, earth, rubber and spice. It's a bit acidic and shrill as a tasting wine but will do fine at the table. The mouth is spunky and shows slightly herbal raspberry and plum flavors. Finishes light and easy.",Norte,15,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Inurrieta 2007 Norte Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inurrieta-2007-norte-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-navarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Inurrieta 14.6,Red,US,"Defines Paso Robles Petite Sirah with its soft, luxurious texture and wonderfully ripe fruit. Blackberry and cherry-pie filling, cola, beef jerky and sandalwood flavors flood the mouth, and are perfectly dry and moderate in alcohol. Drink now for sheer lusciousness.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Le Vigne di Domenico 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-domenico-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Le Vigne di Domenico 14.5,White,US,"A very nice wine, kind of a mongrel with its array of varietals, but rich and satisfying. Braced with crisp acidity, it offers flavors of tangerines, peaches, Meyer lemons, limes, green apples and honey, with a pleasant minerality. The blend is Viognier, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris.",Heritage Blanc,18,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,San Antonio 2009 Heritage Blanc White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2009-heritage-blanc-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2009,San Antonio 14,Red,Spain,"A heavy, slightly strained wine that has a lot in tow. The nose is smoky, rubbery like an inner tube, and a bit herbal. In the mouth, it's a wide load with sweet, sugary, baked flavors of blackberry, prune, fig and chocolate. Very much on the ripe side, with a full tannic bite.",Lanzaga,34,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Telmo Rodríguez 2006 Lanzaga (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2006-lanzaga-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Telmo Rodríguez 13,White,Austria,"This Pinot Blanc is creamy smooth and soft, with a delicious line in peach acidity and lively green fruits. Crisp, ready to drink, and very fresh.",Jungherrn,19,87,Vienna,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2009 Jungherrn Weissburgunder (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2009-jungherrn-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-vienna/,Weissburgunder,2009,Stift Klosterneuburg 14,Red,Spain,"Dusty, slightly candied aromas are briary and pretty good, and overall it's giving freshness, pop and red-fruit flavors touched up by dill, nutmeg and vanilla. Clean and lively on the finish, and more than competent as a whole.",Limited Edition,17,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2007 Limited Edition (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2007-limited-edition-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Ramón Bilbao 13,White,US,"Made in the modern California Chardonnay style you'll either love or hate. It's enormously extracted in pineapple tart, crème brûlée and honey-drizzled buttered toast flavors, and the acidity is bright and clean. The superrichness would benefit from greater control.",Reserve,27,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sonoma-Loeb 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-loeb-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Sonoma-Loeb 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out with roasted, stewy, beefy aromas and not much brightness. The palate is measured and healthy, with dry raspberry, currant and medicinal plum flavors. It shows oak, earth, leather, acidity and some burn. In a nutshell, it's a good, standard, respectable Rioja that will complement almost any food.",Reserva,26,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solabal 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solabal-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Solabal 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied, slightly creamy-textured Sauvignon Blanc showcases gooseberry and pink grapefruit flavors, with an appealing herbal note on the finish.",Cellar Selection,15,87,Marlborough,,,Sileni 2010 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2010-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sileni 14,White,Spain,"For Spanish Chardonnay, this is perfectly good and clean. The nose brings your basic set of white-fruit, mineral and fresh herb flavors, while the palate is lively despite some dry, resiny oak flavor. Even with banana, vanilla and creamy flavors, the wine is decidedly not cloying.",,14,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2009 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2009-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2009,Vega Sindoa 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"This sweet Recioto opens with thick, inky blackness and jammy aromas of black fruit, plum and prune. You can taste some oak-driven flavors of spice and smoke. The wine ends with a blast of astringent, ripe tannins.",500ml,,87,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommaso Bussola 2008 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2008-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Tommaso Bussola 13,White,South Africa,Beautiful fresh green grass aromas are backed by sweet grapefruit oil and ripe gooseberry in this attractive Sauv Blanc. Full but not fat with a hint of ripe melon lingering on the finish.,,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Thelema 13,White,Chile,"Fairly pungent and lively for an '09, with citric, grapefruit aromas. The palate is still fairly vivid and driving, and the flavors of lemon-lime and green apple are true if a touch pithy. Just zesty enough on the finish, but it's starting to fade. Drink now.",Reserva,18,87,Casablanca Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,TerraNoble 14.5,Red,US,"So easy to like for its soft richness. The raspberry and cherry fruit meets the toasted oak and creates an almost sweet, pastry taste. Wonderful now as a spicy alternative to Zinfandel.",Reserve,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2008 Reserve Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-reserve-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2008,EOS 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry and slightly green, herbal aromas start it off, and while the flavors maintain that herbal, green-tobacco core, there's enough body, blackberry and oaky coffee and mocha notes to make it a nice wine. Needs more clarity of fruit, cleanliness and purity to reach the peak, but still good as is.",Reserva,24,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cinco Sentidos 2005 Reserva Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinco-sentidos-2005-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Cinco Sentidos 13,White,France,"A soft, creamy wine, with bright yellow fruits and just the right amount of acidity. Green apple skins give texture to go with a citrus aftertaste. Screw cap.",,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Suau 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Suau 14,White,US,"Made in a honey-sweet style, but the acidity is excellent, and balances the richness so that the finish is dry and clean. The flavors are very ripe in peaches, Key lime pie and vanilla custard. A nice cocktail sipper.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Coquelicot 12.5,Red,US,"Wonderfully rich with lush dark chocolate and espresso notes, this is another lovely, highly drinkable Merlot from Comtesse Thérèse. There's a good amount of charred oak, but it's integrated seamlessly with concentrated black plum and berry flavors. The finish is long, and accented by pleasant astringency of walnut skins and tobacco.",Traditional,18,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2005 Traditional Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2005-traditional-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Comtesse Thérèse 11.5,White,US,"This budget Riesling sets a good standard for the style and the price. It's off-dry, low alcohol (11.5%) and solidly varietal. The fruit is full bodied and ripe, with vivid peach and apricot flavors. Additional notes of honey and lemony breakfast tea keep the finish up and running.",Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2009 Two Vines Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-two-vines-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Columbia Crest 13.5,Red,Italy,"Montecucco is a wonderful, largely unexplored wine territory in coastal Tuscan that makes some of Italy's best super Tuscan blends. This expression sees 70% Sangiovese with Ciliegiolo (for bright berry flavors) and Montepulciano (for darkness and structure). The results show balance and loads of easy berry fruit.",Rigoleto,18,87,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2008 Rigoleto (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2008-rigoleto-red-montecucco/,Red Blend,2008,Collemassari 13,White,France,"For a sort of kitchen sink blend composed of Grenache Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Mauzac, Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino and Chasan, this wine is surprisingly pleasing and easy to drink with flavors of lively melon, stone fruit and accents of lime citrus. Versatile for food pairing, easy to drink and a terrific value.",ClaudeVal Blanc,9,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2009 ClaudeVal Blanc White (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2009-claudeval-blanc-white-vin-pays-doc/,White Blend,2009,Domaines Paul Mas 12,Sparkling,US,"A nice everyday sparkler. It's a little sweet and very forward in lime and strawberry flavors, with the yeast and toast complications of a fine sparkling wine.",VA de VI Ultra Cuvée,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV VA de VI Ultra Cuvée Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-va-de-vi-ultra-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county-122173/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer ,Red,France,"A ripe, smoky wine, full of sweet jelly berry fruit. It is rounded and rich, a delicious wine that rolls easily around the mouth.",Clos des Quatre Vents,,87,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Clos des Quatre Vents (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-clos-quatre-vents-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,Red,Argentina,"More exotic than many Malbecs, with intriguing aromas of prune, moss and savory berry. The palate has a proper, likeable texture and jammy flavors of black cherry and herbs. Finishes a bit short and hollow, which may be a reflection of tough harvest conditions in 2008.",Remolinos Vineyard,20,87,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2008 Remolinos Vineyard Malbec (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2008-remolinos-vineyard-malbec-agrelo/,Malbec,2008,Finca Decero 14,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a big, inky dessert wine, sporting a dark garnet, almost black color, with masculine aromas of mesquite wood, barbecue sauce, root beer, prune and jammy blackberry. Take your first sip and you are suddenly hit by the wine's tannic structure and mellowing sweetness.",500ml,40,87,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 2007 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2007-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Fabiano 13,Red,Portugal,"Big, ripe and spicy, with tobacco and herbal flavors alongside the black currant intensity and powerful acidity. It is rich while the austere tannins of the Baga grape are still young. Keep for 2–3 years.",Primavera Reserva,7,87,Bairrada,,,Caves Primavera 2008 Primavera Reserva Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-primavera-2008-reserva-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Caves Primavera 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese with 10% Syrah presents a united front of berry, spice, toast and cola nuances. The wine has substance and good acidity that would pair seamlessly with pork roll, pasta with sausage and tomato sauce or cheese-filled ravioli.",Tosco Forte,21,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Poppiano 2007 Tosco Forte Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2007-tosco-forte-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Castello di Poppiano 14.1,White,US,"Shows brilliantly crisp acidity giving a jammy brightness to the pineapple, lemon and lime fruit flavors, and the finish is totally dry. Not particularly complex, but an easy-drinking Chardonnay.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Casa de la Cruz 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cruz-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Casa de la Cruz 12.5,White,Italy,"This fresh blend of Trebbiano and Vermentino from the hills outside Pisa offers pretty aromas of green fruit, kiwi, melon, cut grass and passion fruit. This is a crisp and fresh with a sharp, determined close.",Il Burchino,14,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Burchino 2008 Il Burchino White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-burchino-2008-il-white-toscana/,White Blend,2008,Tenuta di Burchino 12,Sparkling,Austria,"An enticing apple aroma sets the scene for a fresh, crisp and deliciously refreshing sparkling wine. It preserves the natural acidity of the Grüner Veltliner, while adding a literally bubbly character, breezy, perfect for an apéritif.",Brut,,87,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Szigeti NV Brut Grüner Veltliner (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/szigeti-nv-brut-gruner-veltliner-osterreichischer-sekt/,Grüner Veltliner,,Szigeti ,Red,US,"Spring Valley wines have never been shy and retiring, but here the alcohol – 15.2% – seems to quickly mute the textural subtleties. Though it suggests a panoply of red and black fruits in the nose, the palate is a wash of coffee, toast, tannin and alcohol. The flavors get muddy and the alcohol strips the wine of its terroir.",Frederick Red Wine,50,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2007 Frederick Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2007-frederick-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"It's a fine wine, full-bodied and dry, with spicy flavors of currants, teriyaki beef, black pepper and cola, with a bracing minerality that grounds the richness. Could be more concentrated, but it's a great value.",Lot 156,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 156 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-156-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2007,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,Italy,"This plush and easy expression of Syrah opens with distinct aromas of cured meat, spice, black fruit, white pepper and mature cherry. The wine is smooth and rich with a fine, soft nature of tannins.",,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2008 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2008,Villa Pillo 13.7,Red,US,"Rich and round, this offers plenty of concentrated blackberry notes enveloped in warm spices and supple oak. There's a hint of green tomato leaves throughout, but the lush fruit combined with sturdy grape tannins and high acidity would pair well with fatty short ribs or braised pork.",Estate Club,32,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2008 Estate Club Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2008-estate-club-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,2008,Veramar 13.5,White,Portugal,"Fresh and fruity, laced with citrus, crisp apricot and a delicious layer of lime juice. Drink now, but the wine will age a year.",,22,87,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Sant'Ana 2009 Fernão Pires (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santana-2009-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-lisboa/,Fernão Pires,2009,Quinta de Sant'Ana ,Red,US,"This 100% Syrah is a little too soft and melted, and lacks a solid structure. But the flavors are really delicious in raspberry- and cherry-pie filling, mocha and sandalwood.",Red Red Wine,30,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Topanga 2007 Red Red Wine Red (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topanga-2007-red-red-wine-central-coast-edna-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Topanga 13,Red,Italy,Alicante imparts bright berry notes and sharp tones of white almond and bramble. Poggio al Tufo's expression is easy and fine with very nice berry brightness on the close. Pair it with pasta topped with melted mozzarella cheese.,Poggio al Tufo,24,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Tommasi 2007 Poggio al Tufo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2007-poggio-al-tufo-grenache-alicante-maremma/,Alicante,2007,Tommasi 12.5,White,Italy,"Calasole has a very nice, silky feel in the mouth followed by ripe aromas of peach, honeydew and pear. Thanks to Vermentino's natural structure, this is a very food-friendly wine that could pair with pasta or white meat.",Calasole,15,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Rocca di Montemassi 2008 Calasole Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2008-calasole-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2008,Rocca di Montemassi 14.5,Red,US,"Very good for its complexity, although it's tough and tannic, and the acidity sticks out. The blackberry, currant and cherry flavors are rich and nuanced, but the wine feels hard and sharp. Odds are the lifespan is six years: cellar or decant.",Three Blocks,49,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Signaterra Benziger 2007 Three Blocks Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-benziger-2007-three-blocks-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Signaterra Benziger 15.3,Red,US,"A lusty, spicy Zin, born to partner with barbecue. It's powerful, high in alcohol and massive in baked blackberries and cherries, milk chocolate, red licorice, bacon and mounds of black pepper.",Ellie's Old Vine Vineyard,34,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2008 Ellie's Old Vine Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2008-ellies-old-vine-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wilson ,Red,US,"There is plenty of green tea flavor running through the fruit and the tannins here, along with dark cherry and bitter chocolate. A rustic, rough, but perfectly enjoyable take on pure Cab Franc.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2007 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Willow Crest 14.6,Red,US,"The wild raspberry and cherry fruit is starting to drop out from this five-year-old wine, leaving behind alcohol and acidity. Turns astringent on the finish. Hard to see it improving with more age, but it's interesting for a certain complex tension.",Moonridge Vineyards,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Korbin Kameron 2006 Moonridge Vineyards Merlot (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2006-moonridge-vineyards-merlot-sonoma-mountain/,Merlot,2006,Korbin Kameron 11,Sparkling,US,"Like the label suggests, it's sugary in tangerine, vanilla cookie and butterscotch flavors, with crisp acidity and fine, scoury bubbles. A nice sparkling wine for those who like a sweeter style.",Sweet Cuvée,13,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Sweet Cuvée Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-sweet-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 13.5,Red,US,"A good, soft wine to drink now with a steak or chop. It's full-bodied and very rich in extracted blackberry jam and crème de cassis flavor, with touches of pepper, cocoa and bacon.",Jack London Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2007 Jack London Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-jack-london-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2007,Kenwood 12.9,White,US,"This is a dry, clean, crisp Roussanne wine whose dominant flavors are of oranges and apricots. Oak brings additional notes of vanilla and buttered toast. It's a good, elegant wine to try as an alternative to Chardonnay.",Estate,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2009 Estate Roussanne (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2009-estate-roussanne-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Roussanne,2009,Holly's Hill 14.2,White,US,"Fans of the ripe, modern style of Chardonnay will fall in love with this bottling. It's strong in toast, buttered popcorn, vanilla cream and peach, pear and pineapple jam flavors that dazzle and wow the palate. Easy to find, with nearly 17,000 cases produced.",Suscol,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess 2008 Suscol Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-2008-suscol-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hess ,Red,France,"Fresh, simple fruits, with plum skin texture and acidity. There is a fine layer of soft tannins. A wine to drink over the next two years.",Les Champs-Claude,,87,Burgundy,Santenay,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Les Champs-Claude (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-champs-claude-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Henri de Villamont 13.9,Red,US,"An upscale hamburger wine, fruity and spicy. There's a bacony, smoked meat note to the raspberries and cherries that will play well against the char of grilled beef.",Rock n Red,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Headbanger 2007 Rock n Red Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/headbanger-2007-rock-n-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Headbanger 13.5,Red,US,"A delicious Pinot Noir. Set it beside more expensive bottlings and it stands up well. Silky and rich, with raspberry and cherry purée, cola, sweet vanilla and sandalwood flavors, and a long, spicy finish. Production was 26,000 cases.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cupcake 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cupcake 12.5,White,France,"Lemony and herbaceous, this attractive 50-50 blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon combines a crisp, grapefruit character with a creamy layer that broadens the wine without losing freshness.",,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Tanesse 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanesse-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Tanesse 12.5,Red,France,"With some good, ripe fruit and a core of dry tannins, this wine benefits from wood aging and rich berry flavors. It is solid and chunky, with a fine edge of black currant acidity. It could well age for 2–3 years, but can be drunk now.",Liberty du Château Soussac,17,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Soussac 2006 Liberty du Château Soussac (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-soussac-2006-liberty-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Soussac 13,Red,France,"Soft, ripe and juicy, this is an attractive wine, with red berry flavors and a light structure. Not for the long term. Drink now for its fruity character.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Pey la Tour 2007 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pey-tour-2007-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Pey la Tour 13,Red,Argentina,"A far better wine than the previous vintage. This is big, beefy and clean, with bacon on the nose. The palate is perky, zesty and high in acidity, and thus the flavors of cherry and plum are forward and alert. Finishes with snap and pop as it begs for pizza, grilled chicken or a hamburger off the grill.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2008 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2008-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Espiritu de Argentina 15,Red,US,"With its soft acidity, silky mouthfeel and very ripe raspberry, cherry, currant, mocha and pepper flavors that finish almost sweet, this is a classic Paso Robles Zinfandel. It's a little hot in alcohol, but not too much.",Reserve,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2008 Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,EOS 15.5,White,US,"This is a very rich, oaky Chardonnay, ripe and forward in the California style. Although it's dry, it's so fruity and honeyed, it's almost like a dessert wine. Swamps the palate with pineapple jam, buttered toast and vanilla cream flavors, which are nicely balanced with crisp acidity.",Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve,45,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2008 Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-cupa-grandis-grand-barrel-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2008,EOS 14,Red,Portugal,"A full, rather indistinct wine that shows plums and damson flavors under a layer of tough tannins. The sweeter fruit flavors come through slowly, and the pepper alcohol edge never goes away.",,25,87,Alentejano,,,Monte do Pintor 2007 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-pintor-2007-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Monte do Pintor 13,Dessert,Italy,"This ruby-colored wine offers a pretty bouquet that is composed of red rose, sweet forest berry, candied fruit and distant prune. The wine is sweet, sticky and would pair with white chocolate or almond marzipan.",Moscato Rosa 500ml,31,87,,Delle Venezie,,Marco Felluga 2006 Moscato Rosa 500ml Moscato (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2006-moscato-rosa-500ml-muscat-moscato-delle-venezie/,Moscato,2006,Marco Felluga 14,Red,Chile,"Starts out dry and leafy, then the spice and red-cherry aromas rise up. The palate is medium sized and mellow despite present acidity, and the flavors of juicy cherry and raspberry are more than solid. A fresh wine with good red fruit carry over from palate to finish.",Classic,11,87,San Antonio,,,Viña Leyda 2009 Classic Pinot Noir (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2009-classic-pinot-noir-san-antonio/,Pinot Noir,2009,Viña Leyda 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very good blend from Paso Robles, showing the region's ability to ripen red grapes. It's a little on the soft side, but robust tannins provide good structure to the cherry, berry, beef jerky and pepper flavors. Drink now for freshness.",Ame de la Vigne,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Le Vigne di Domenico 2007 Ame de la Vigne Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-domenico-2007-ame-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Le Vigne di Domenico ,Red,Italy,"Antero is a 100% expression of Merlot with green notes of eucalyptus, caper olive and herbs. There's a warm note of graham cracker as well and the wine ends with sweet, firm concentration.",Antero,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Grascete 2008 Antero Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grascete-2008-antero-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2008,Le Grascete 13.2,White,US,"Very ripe and bright in lemon, lime, apricot, apple, pear, vanilla, buttered toast and honeysuckle flavors. The acidity is strong and bright. It's a good, rich Chardonnay despite needing more subtlety and complexity.",Nagasawa Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2008 Nagasawa Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2008-nagasawa-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Paradise Ridge 13,White,Austria,"Wildly herbal Chardonnay that has a ripe core surrounded by fennel and thyme flavors, topped by toast. There is a juicy quality to the plum flavors. It needs a year or two in the bottle.",Kollmütz Smaragd,30,87,Wachau,,,Machherndl 2008 Kollmütz Smaragd Chardonnay (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machherndl-2008-kollmutz-smaragd-chardonnay-wachau/,Chardonnay,2008,Machherndl 13.5,Red,US,"There's an interesting counterplay between the bright and the dark in Lovingston's hand-picked, small lot Josie's Knoll. On the nose, black cherry preserves are countered with black pepper spice and char. On the palate, ripe, concentrated black fruit is layered with tar, earth and bramble. It's elegant and seductive, but anchored by a core of gripping tannins.",Josie's Knoll,15,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2007 Josie's Knoll Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2007-josies-knoll-merlot-monticello/,Merlot,2007,Lovingston 13,White,Spain,"Lime, citrus and other pungent aromas get it off to a good start, while the palate is wet and fresh, with clean, familiar grapefruit, lime and nectarine flavors. Lighter and less concentrated than Naia, but still a very good Verdejo for the price.",Ducado de Altan,13,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2009 Ducado de Altan Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2009-ducado-altan-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Naia 14,Red,South Africa,"Pop the cork and let it breathe for an hour before drinking, as this wine needs some time to open up and show it's true colors. Cassis, black pepper, mocha, balsamic reduction and a hint of tar unfold in the bouquet. The medium acidity and tight tannins take firm hold of your palate and linger through the finish.",Organic,15,87,Swartland,,,Org de Rac 2006 Organic Cabernet Sauvignon (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/org-rac-2006-organic-cabernet-sauvignon-swartland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Org de Rac 14.5,Red,US,"This superrich Zin has extracted, luxurious fruit. It's ripe in blackberry and cherry jam, milk chocolate, peppery spice and anise flavors, with an overripe note of Port. Drink now.",Edizione Pennino,45,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2008 Edizione Pennino Zinfandel (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2008-edizione-pennino-zinfandel-napa-rutherford/,Zinfandel,2008,Rubicon Estate 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This crystalline sparkling wine delivers very distinctive aromas of apricot, mature melon, caramel, butterscotch and yellow rose. The wine has enough natural structure and acidity to pair with quiche Lorraine.",,,86,Veneto,Monti Lessini,,Fongaro 2006 Sparkling (Monti Lessini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fongaro-2006-sparkling-monti-lessini/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Fongaro 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a dry, crisp and elegantly structured Pinot Noir. It's rich and forward in jammy raspberries, cherries and cola, with a bite of acidity. Drink now.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Irony 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Irony 14.3,Red,US,"Tastes pretty sweet, like a good Syrah that's been doctored with a tablespoon of white sugar. If that's your style, you'll enjoy the rich cherry, currant, chocolate and spice flavors.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Longfellow 2006 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longfellow-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Longfellow 15,Red,South Africa,"Herbal and green with notes of pepper, black plum skins, menthol and damp forrest floor. It's easy to drink with light tannins and a medium weight followed by a short finish.",Liber III,51,86,Durbanville,,,Emineo 2007 Liber III Red (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emineo-2007-liber-iii-red-durbanville/,Red Blend,2007,Emineo 14,Red,US,"As sharp, fresh and fruity as a jar of raspberry, cherry and blackberry jam, melted into liquid and fortified with alcohol. Feels hot, too, despite an official alcohol reading of just 14%. The winery held this back for five years, an expensive investment in storage, but the wine just can't quite overcome its limitations.",Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve,60,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2005 Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2005-cupa-grandis-grand-barrel-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2005,EOS 14,Red,New Zealand,"Spy Valley's 2007 Envoy Pinot Noir is an attractive wine, featuring an exterior of brown sugar, dry leaves and coffee and a fruit-filled cherry center. The only concern is the slightly drying finish and some slightly coarse, rustic tannins. If those resolve gracefully, this rating may look stingy in 3 years' time.",Envoy,55,86,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2007 Envoy Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2007-envoy-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Spy Valley 14.9,Red,US,"Tastes its best now, with jammy blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors, and a rich overlay of oak. The tannins and acids are soft and gentle.",Caton Vineyard,49,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2008 Caton Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2008-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ty Caton 13,Red,US,"The nose is a pleasant harmony of dark, ripe fruit, espresso grinds and carefully charred French oak. Coffee and cigar box notes carry through the palate as well, marrying with fresher red-fruit flavors. There's quite a bit of tannin to grapple with still, but overall, it's a pleasant medium-bodied red.",,17,86,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2007 Merlot (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2007-merlot-new-mexico/,Merlot,2007,Vivác Winery 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This dry sparkler (made with the indigenous Durello grape variety) opens with a light, golden color. It follows through with subdued aromas of dried herb, mineral and white peach. The sparkler is very drying and tight on the palate.",Brut,,86,Veneto,Monti Lessini,,Corte Moschina NV Brut Sparkling (Monti Lessini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-moschina-nv-brut-sparkling-monti-lessini/,Sparkling Blend,,Corte Moschina 12,Sparkling,US,"Wonderfully frothy in the glass, this round, rich sparkling wine smells sweetly of apple cider and buttered toast. This Pinot Noir/Chard blend has plenty of toasty, nutty flavors on the palate as well. Fresh apple and lemon notes make this a refreshing, uncomplicated sip with a pleasant walnut skin astringency on the finish.",Noblesse Oblige Rosé Sparkling Wine,40,86,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2006 Noblesse Oblige Rosé Sparkling Wine Sparkling (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2006-noblesse-oblige-rose-sparkling-wine-long-island-hamptons/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Wölffer ,Red,US,"Soft and somewhat rustic, this is a flavorful Pinot Noir, with herb, earth, citrusy acids, leather and quite tart cherry fruit. It would not fit into a textbook definition of classic varietal flavor, but it feels handmade, and it is light years beyond much of the corporate plonk being labeled Pinot Noir these days.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Winter's Hill 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Winter's Hill 14,Red,Italy,Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are aged in large oak casks to produce a balanced relationship between the wine's fruit and spice-driven components. It's an informal and easy-drinking wine that would pair with roast beef or honey-glazed ham.,D'Echo,16,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Leopoldo I di Toscana 2007 D'Echo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leopoldo-i-di-toscana-2007-decho-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Leopoldo I di Toscana 14.8,Red,US,"Soft and somewhat sweet, this rustic Petite Sirah has candied flavors of raspberries, mocha, bacon and black pepper. An easy sipper to enjoy now.",Alexander Valley Estate,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trentadue 2008 Alexander Valley Estate Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2008-alexander-valley-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Trentadue 14,Red,Argentina,"Simple and dominated by red fruit and mild green aromas and flavors. The palate has some sharpness due to high acidity, and the flavor profile shows generic ripe berry and not much on the back end. Good but not very interesting.",Broquel,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2006 Broquel Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2006-broquel-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Trapiche 13.5,Red,US,"After the initial bouquet of charred oak and espresso blow off, pretty aromas of ripe black cherries, spice and smoke linger on this beautifully balanced, regal Merlot blend. There's plenty of coffee and char on the palate as well, but layers of earth, mushroom and smoke flavors add complexity and depth.",Lambardo,35,85,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2005 Lambardo Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2005-lambardo-merlot-long-island/,Merlot,2005,Wölffer 13.5,Red,Australia,"The blend is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot, which in this case has yielded a wine that is a bit austere on the palate, marked by taut acids and crisp berry fruit. Some herbal overtones are apparent as well. This is not an overweight Barossa wine by any means.",Memory Hill,22,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Kest Wines 2008 Memory Hill Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kest-wines-2008-memory-hill-red-barossa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Kest Wines 12,Sparkling,Italy,"The mouthfeel is clean, foamy and the wine leaves dried grass notes on the close. A fun and cheerful wine with an easy personality that makes it the perfect pairing partner to fried sage leaves or herb-encrusted cheese.",Verv Brut,21,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Andreola 2009 Verv Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2009-verv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2009,Andreola 12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Unusual in that this cava hails from the Ribera del Duero region, where red wines are 99.9% of the show. For a no-dosage nature, it's properly crisp and dry, almost like a liquid version of a soda cracker. There are some holes in the fabric but overall it's citrusy, tight and only mildly bitter on the finish.",Peñalba López Brut Nature,16,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Finca Torremilanos NV Peñalba López Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-nv-penalba-lopez-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Finca Torremilanos 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Passerina is a native grape from central Italy that imparts thick aromas of yellow candy and butterscotch. This golden sparkling wine spends six month on the lees for even warmer and creamier aromas of apricot, honey and pressed yellow rose.",Villa Prandone Emmanuel Maria Extra Dry,15,85,Central Italy,Marche,,Il Conte 2009 Villa Prandone Emmanuel Maria Extra Dry Passerina (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-2009-villa-prandone-emmanuel-maria-extra-dry-italian-white-passerina-marche/,Passerina,2009,Il Conte 13.8,White,US,"Lots of zesty acidity in this Sauvignon Blanc, with pineapple and lemon jam flavors. It's a dry, tart and mouthwateringly fresh white wine, and a good apéritif sipper.",Bevill Vineyard,23,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hauck 2009 Bevill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauck-2009-bevill-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hauck 15.1,Red,US,"A little overripe and hot, with some raisins and prunes alongside the blackberries, but dry and finely tannic, with a soft, spicy mouthfeel. This rustic Zinfandel drinks well with barbecue.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hauck 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauck-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Hauck 13,Dessert,Italy,"This playful Recioto opens with black, inky concentration and thick aromas of blackberry, sweet clove, Christmas spice and nutmeg. There are some green herb or grass-like notes and the wine is sweet, chewy and slightly raw or bitter on the close.",375 ml,35,85,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Fattoria Garbole 2006 375 ml (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-garbole-2006-375-ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Fattoria Garbole ,Red,France,"Fresh berry fruits and soft tannins combine to give an easy, jammy wine. This is ripe, juicy and fruity, and ready to drink now.",Sélection,,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Sélection (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-selection-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 12.5,Red,France,"A lean, too tannic wine that shows black currant acidity, almost austere in its dry character. There is good density as well, that promises a year or two of aging before opening up.",,11,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Bellevue 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bellevue 13,Red,US,"Although the plush plum and coffee grind flavors combine seductively with hints of bramble and earth in this rustic, full-bodied wine, pervasive notes of char and a stalky, green character make this wine a bit clunky. Sturdy tannins, combined with black spice and tar drive a long finish.",Old Barn,20,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Harbes Family Vineyard 2007 Old Barn Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harbes-family-vineyard-2007-old-barn-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Harbes Family Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"Dry, but too ripe to the point of overripeness, with the cherry jam and chocolate flavors veering into Port, particularly on the finish, where a caramelized raisin taste dominates. Drink now.",Four Boys Vineyard,55,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2008 Four Boys Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2008-four-boys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pessagno 14.1,Red,US,"Solid blackberry, black currant, bacon, black pepper and sandalwood flavors in this dry wine. The grapes come from a small appellation in Mendocino County. It's too soft, lacking structure, but has a certain opulence.",,28,85,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Meyer Family Cellars 2006 Syrah (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meyer-family-cellars-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Syrah,2006,Meyer Family Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"More grassy, stemmy and green than ideal, with a heavy, syrupy mouthfeel and thick, herbal berry fruit flavors. It's a minty, leafy tasting wine but also one that's dark and full-bodied, with core sweetness. Needs more work and clarity.",EQ,40,85,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2007 EQ Pinot Noir (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2007-eq-pinot-noir-san-antonio/,Pinot Noir,2007,Matetic 13,Red,US,"The nose on this medium-bodied Merlot is lush with pleasantly charred oak, forest floor and ripe black plums. There's a decent amount of black fruit on the palate as well, but it's lacking in concentration, and exhibits a distinct vegetal note in the backdrop.",,20,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2006 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2006-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2006,Palmer ,Sparkling,US,"Pungent and spicy, this has a scent that suggests it includes a fair amount of Riesling and perhaps some Muscat in the blend—the winery does not disclose the cuvée. It's medium-bodied, with a neutral palate of green apples and a whiff of orange liqueur.",Brut,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Brut Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-brut-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle ,White,US,"This wine would compare favorably with the least expensive Sauv Blancs from New Zealand or Chile. It avoids the unripe pea vine or asparagus flavors that can afflict those wines, and brings light, fresh, sweetly grassy flavors to the palate. A little unfocused, but pleasurable and crisp, this is a good all-purpose seafood wine.",Two Vines,8,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2009 Two Vines Sauvignon Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-two-vines-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Columbia Crest 13,Red,US,"Although there's some underripe black cherry and espresso notes on the nose, char dominates both the bouquet and the palate. It's a savory, rustic wine without a lot of fruit intensity, but it's a simple wine for casual dining with rich, meaty fare.",,25,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Clovis Point 2005 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clovis-point-2005-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Clovis Point ,Red,US,"Light for a Washington Cab, this is sturdy enough, showing cassis and cherry fruit in a high- acid frame. Tannins are herbal and tight, and the fruit/acid/tannin balance is well handled. The grapes are organically grown.",Naked,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Naked Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-naked-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Snoqualmie 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,Spago Nero is a bright and buoyant Prosecco tied with a black string that is the traditional closure for informal sparkling wines in the Veneto region. This expression is perfumed and floral with sweet peach flavors.,Spago Nero,13,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Riondo NV Spago Nero (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-nv-spago-nero-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Riondo 12.5,Red,US,"Spicy, sweet red plums and charred oak marry well in this limited release wine from Sherwood House. There are hints of tobacco leaf and green grass throughout, but soft, supple tannins and a dark, smoky finish make this a pleasant sip.",,25,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2005 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2005-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Sherwood House Vineyards 13.3,Red,US,"Fruity and bright in acidity, this Pinot tastes like liquid raspberry and cherry jam, sprinkled with cocoa and cinnamon, and sweetened with a spoon of white sugar. Drink now.",,32,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2007 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kynsi 13,Red,France,"Smoky sweet plum aromas lead to a well structured Burgundy. It has ripe fruit and a layer of fine tannins. The acidity is perhaps high, a product of 2008. Screw cap.",Bourgogne Pinot Noir Signature,,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Maison Champy 2008 Bourgogne Pinot Noir Signature (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-bourgogne-pinot-noir-signature-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Champy 12.5,Red,France,"A core of dry tannins and an austere edge give a wine that is hard to like. There is some attractive berry fruit, but it is caught up in the hard character.",Château Picard,25,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Château Picard (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-chateau-picard-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse 14,White,Chile,"A little stalky, with straw and hay aromas along with white-fruit scents and corn. The palate is big and thick, almost sticky, with slightly burnt, resiny flavors but even more sweet tropicality. Candied on the finish and weighty.",Family Selection,15,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2009 Family Selection Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2009-family-selection-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Luis Felipe Edwards 13.5,Red,US,"Sharp, cutting acidity mars this delicately-structured wine. Tastes like a good dose of lime juice was added. Otherwise, the raspberry, orange and pomegranate flavors are delicious and dry.",Early California,40,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Toretti's 2008 Early California Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torettis-2008-early-california-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Toretti's 12.5,Red,France,"Soft, young and fruity, with juicy black berry fruit flavors and only light tannins. Think barbecue.",,12,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Lot,,Vinel 2008 Malbec (Vin de Pays du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinel-2008-malbec-vin-pays-lot/,Malbec,2008,Vinel 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Shows a warm, baked bouquet with black fruit, licorice and toasty aromas. The palate, however, is high in acid, thus it churns and burns as it's offering bright, sheer berry flavors. Crisp and a little hot on the finish, but with good overall flavors and enough solidity to make it a value.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Santa Maria 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santa-maria-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Viña Santa Maria ,Red,US,"Though labeled simply Columbia Valley, the grapes are single vineyard, Rattlesnake Hills AVA fruit. The best of the Girly Girl lineup, though the promising beginning (cassis and berry, scented with black olive and herb) quickly fades into a forest floor finale of decaying leaves.",Girly Girl,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 2007 Girly Girl Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2007-girly-girl-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Silver Lake ,Red,US,"Syrah is a real strength in Washington, but this wine does not capture the depth and detail of which it is capable. It's a pleasant, light, well balanced, generic red wine, with brambly blackberry fruit and gentle tannins.",,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with briar, raspberry and a spot of char. The palate is basic, simple in feel, maybe a touch curt, but overall the wine is fresh and tastes of plum and herbal berry fruit. It's slightly dry and leafy, but it's bright and fresh in the mouth, with good balance.",Xplorador,8,85,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Xplorador Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-xplorador-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Concha y Toro ,Sparkling,Australia,"A relatively light, fresh style of sparkling Shiraz, with berries and hints of chocolate picking up just a touch of sweet vanilla on the finish.",Emeri Sparkling,13,85,Australia Other,Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Sparkling Shiraz (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-emeri-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,,De Bortoli 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh and dry, this drinks easily and invites glass after glass. There are aromas of white flower, stone, peach and pear and the wine is fresh and tonic on the close.",Brut,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Canaletto NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Canaletto 14.3,Red,US,"Tastes soft and almost sweet, with melted raspberry and cherry-pie-filling flavors. It's rich and oaky, but the palate lacks some grip, some structure, something to hang on to.",Lingenfelder Vineyard,65,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Brogan 2007 Lingenfelder Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brogan-2007-lingenfelder-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brogan 9,White,Portugal,"A medium-dry Vinho Verde, this is light and fresh without being quite crisp enough. Well chilled, though, it makes a lively and fresh apéritif.",Aliança,7,85,Vinho Verde,,,Caves Aliança 2009 Aliança White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2009-alianca-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Caves Aliança 14,Red,Spain,"Starts with distinct, hard aromas of mustard, horseradish and jerky. In the mouth, it's full, bullish and tannic, with flavors of bacon, wood resin, smoke and stewed blackberry. Very smoky and dark, with hard tannins, and just not as good as past vintages.",Deyo,17,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2006 Deyo Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2006-deyo-merlot-navarra/,Merlot,2006,Castillo de Monjardin 14.2,Red,US,"A good Pinot Noir for everyday drinking. It's very dry and crisp and silky in the mouth, with complex flavors of cherries, cola, licorice and beef jerky. The acidity suggests rich, oily fare, like lamb or salmon.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Simple Math Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simple-math-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Simple Math Cellars 12.5,Sparkling,Argentina,"Given the local competition, this Pinot Noir-dominated sparkler is pretty good. It has a peachy color along with creamy aromas that might be a little oxidized but are soft and easy nonetheless. The palate feel is frothy, while the flavors are of peach pits and underripe cantaloupe. Finishes dry and lively.",Método Tradicional Extra Brut,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra NV Método Tradicional Extra Brut (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-nv-metodo-tradicional-extra-brut-sparkling-mendoza/,Champagne Blend,,Viniterra 13.5,White,Spain,"Waxy on the nose, with buttercup, creamy yellow-fruit scents and white flowers. The palate is wet, racy and a touch like soda, with sweet, candied flavors of peach and melon. Plods along with good enough acidity to support the wine's core sweetness and candied qualities.",,15,86,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2009 Chardonnay (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2009-chardonnay-somontano/,Chardonnay,2009,Viñas del Vero ,Red,US,"Cabernet Franc seems to be a strength in the Rogue Valley, as the fruit expression is good and the aggressive herbaceousness of Cabernet Sauvignon is somewhat tamed. Here the aromas are blackberry and cassis, and those fruit flavors are threaded with smoke and coffee. Balanced into a light, herbal finish.",Anna Maria,28,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Valley View 2006 Anna Maria Cabernet Franc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2006-anna-maria-cabernet-franc-rogue-valley-123099/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Valley View 13.5,White,US,"It's dry to slightly off-dry, with clean, zesty acidity and decent flavors of citrus fruits, green apples, Asian pears and peaches.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Ty Caton 2009 Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2009-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2009,Ty Caton 14.9,Red,US,"Fruity, dry and immediately appealing, showing ripe raspberry, cherry, blackberry, cola, licorice, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Could use greater complexity, especially at this price. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Malbec.",Tytanium,75,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2008 Tytanium Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2008-tytanium-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Ty Caton 13,Red,Italy,"Peperino is an informal blend of Sangiovese and Merlot with bright, clean berry nuances and mild shadings of spice and herb. There's a Mediterranean quality to this wine that helps it pair with most Italian, Greek or Spanish meat dishes.",Peperino,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Teruzzi & Puthod 2006 Peperino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teruzzi-puthod-2006-peperino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Teruzzi & Puthod 12,Sparkling,Austria,"Full in the mouth, this blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Gris has a rich, spicy feel anchored in ripe fruit. Made at the Benedictine Göttweig monastery by the team from Weingut Stadt Krems, it is a fruity apéritif style with attractive ripe fruit weight.",Brut,,86,Kremstal,,,Stift Göttweig 2007 Brut White (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-gottweig-2007-brut-white-kremstal/,White Blend,2007,Stift Göttweig 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Pale peach in color, this softly sparkling blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay smells sweetly of red apples and a hint of lanolin. There's a gentle sweetness upon entry that carries through the finish with a bright acidity and pleasant apple and pear notes.",Topaz Impérial,33,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2005 Topaz Impérial Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2005-topaz-imperial-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Sparkling Pointe 12.5,Red,US,"Despite intriguing notes of ripe red cherries, menthol and barnyard that peek through, tar and smoke from heavily charred French oak dominate both the nose and palate. There's a pleasant midpalate of black fruit and pepper spice but its brief appearance is overshadowed again by a deep char finish.",,25,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2004 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2004-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Sherwood House Vineyards 14,Red,US,"Tasted in the late summer of 2010, this Cab was pretty tannic and acidic, despite some very rich and dynamic blackberry, black cherry, currant and licorice flavors. It will hit its peak sometime in the next 2–3 years.",Best Barrel,40,86,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Municipal Winemakers 2007 Best Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/municipal-winemakers-2007-best-barrel-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Municipal Winemakers 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This Chardonnay and Pinot Noir blend smells sweetly of caramel apples and cider. Dry, but rich on the palate with notes of sweet vanilla and caramel, its simple and straightforward but offers a nice, stony finish.",Blanc de Blanc,20,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2002 Blanc de Blanc Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2002-blanc-blanc-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Martha Clara 13,Red,US,"Well integrated charred oak melds well with ripe blackberry and black plum aromas in this blend of Merlot from a cooperative of Long Island winemakers. This is a full-bodied wine with an intensely concentrated black fruit character, a kick of earthy, barnyard funk and firm, structured tannins.",Merliance,35,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Long Island Merlot Alliance 2007 Merliance Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-island-merlot-alliance-2007-merliance-long-island/,Merlot,2007,Long Island Merlot Alliance 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Elegant, fresh wine, full of delicious red berry fruits, a fruit salad of red and black plums and a light touch of spice. Bright, juicy, ready to drink.",Castelo do Sulco Colheita,9,86,Lisboa,,,Parras Vinhos 2008 Castelo do Sulco Colheita Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2008-castelo-sulco-colheita-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Parras Vinhos 14.5,White,US,"A useful wine that will play well against umami-flavored appetizers. It's dryish to off-dry and crisp in acids, with pleasant pineapple, orange and vanilla flavors. The blend is Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Grenache Blanc.",Synergy Blanc,10,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2009 Synergy Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2009-synergy-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2009,Novella 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Gummy, rough and huge, with woody aromas, muddled red fruit and a ton of kick. The palate is narrow and grippy, with tarry, concentrated blackberry and wild berry flavors. There isn't much body or complexity to it; it's full-force, tannic and raw. Shows why Petit Verdot isn't usually made into a varietal wine.",Remolinos Vineyard Mini Ediciones,35,86,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2007 Remolinos Vineyard Mini Ediciones Petit Verdot (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2007-remolinos-vineyard-mini-ediciones-petit-verdot-petite-agrelo/,Petit Verdot,2007,Finca Decero 15.5,Dessert,Italy,"This is powerful and determined, with high alcohol that covers some of the more delicate aromas of butterscotch, caramel and vanilla. Sweet candied fruit flavors and natural richness help bring balance back in the mouth.",375ml,,86,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Basciano 2004 375ml (Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-basciano-2004-375ml-white-vin-santo-chianti-rufina/,White Blend,2004,Fattoria di Basciano 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, earthy and rubbery aromas go along with a reasonably fruity bouquet, and as a whole the entry is good. The palate is full, a bit rough and rugged, with ripe, sweet black-cherry and cassis flavors. Concentrated and a touch syrupy, but good for what amounts to basic Cabernet.",Estate,12,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Errazuriz 13,White,France,"Medium intense notes of sweet grass, fresh red apple slices, green melon and lime citrus on the nose and mouth. Medium weight with moderate, supporting acidity and a clean finish. Drink now.",Alice Blanc,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2009 Alice Blanc White (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2009-alice-blanc-white-minervois/,White Blend,2009,Château Cabezac 11.5,White,South Africa,"This is a fresh and easy to drink white that's perfect for pairing with salads or citrus-based grilled fish. Medium weight with prominent tart flavors of lemony citrus and green berries, and the finish offers a hint of fresh hay.",Young Vines,11,86,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2009 Young Vines Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2009-young-vines-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,DeWaal 14.5,Red,Australia,"A bold, aggressive wine that lacks a bit of elegance, the 2008 Galvo Garage is a big mouthful of cassis and cedar. In another few years it may settle down, but for now the overall impression is of a rather rough customer that's best suited to be poured alongside grilled steak.",The Galvo Garage Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot,29,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Galvo Garage Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot Red (McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-galvo-garage-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-cabernet-franc-petit-verdot-red-mclaren-vale-adelaide-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,D'Arenberg 13,Red,US,"A young, freshly fruity wine, with a gassy berry-cherry liveliness and silky texture similar to Beaujolais. The finish on this Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon blend is dry and spicy.",Bandolero,32,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daniel Gehrs 2008 Bandolero Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2008-bandolero-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,Daniel Gehrs 13.5,Red,US,"There's a lot going on in this Merlot, which is likeable now for its rich blackberry, cherry, cranberry, cola and spice flavors. It's dry and balanced.",,4,86,California,California Other,California,Bandit NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandit-nv-merlot-california-122142/,Merlot,,Bandit 13.5,White,Italy,"This cheerful 60-40 blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc offers pristine aromas of white flower, honeysuckle, peach blossom and a touch of crushed white pepper. The wine is smooth and silky on the close and shows a sunny Tuscan personality.",Trappoline,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Badia a Coltibuono 2009 Trappoline White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2009-trappoline-white-toscana/,White Blend,2009,Badia a Coltibuono ,Red,France,"Fresh fruit shows the acidity of the year, while the black currant flavors give great freshness. The aftertaste is soft, flavored with strawberry juice.",Beaune du Château Premier Cru,40,86,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Beaune du Château Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-beaune-chateau-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils 12,White,Portugal,"Fresh and crisp, classic dry Vinho Verde, a blend of Alvarinho and Trajadura, with citrus flavors and a tight texture. Lively and fresh.",AT,,86,Vinho Verde,,,Borges 2009 AT White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2009-at-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Borges 15.4,Red,US,"A little too harsh and raw, and there's heat from high alcohol, although there are other things to like about this Zin. It's dry and spicy, with complex wild berry, currant, cola and beef jerky flavors. The alcohol is 15.4%.",Heritage Selection Zen Ranch,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2007 Heritage Selection Zen Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2007-heritage-selection-zen-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Bianchi ,Red,US,"Soft in the mouth, with a somewhat simple structure, this Syrah's main virtue is flavor. It's enormously rich in ripe blackberry- and cherry-pie filling, cola, licorice, mint, chocolate, bacon and pepper flavors, and is fully dry.",Canterbury Vineyard,26,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Bell 2007 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2007-canterbury-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2007,Bell 14,White,South Africa,"There's a sweet edge to this Chard with notes of orange oil, lychee, honeydew and rose water filling the nose and mouth. Medium weight with decent acidity and a lingering finish. Drink now.",,13,86,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2009 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2009-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2009,Beau Joubert 14.7,Red,US,"Tight and dry in tannins now, with an astringent mouthfeel that feels like sandpaper. So is it an ager? It's dry and balanced and rich in blackberries, cherries and currants, so it might be. Try after 2012, if you're the gambling type.",,48,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hunnicutt 13.5,Sparkling,US,"A good brut-style wine, a little sweet in the dosage, but with sound acidity. The bubbles are scoury. The blend is 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay.",Classic Vintage Brut,33,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Classic Vintage Brut Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Iron Horse 13,Red,US,"There's a suppleness to the way oak envelops the ripe, plummy aromas on this Finger Lakes Merlot. The palate is dry, but ripe and lush with an intensely concentrated dose of fruit. Low in acidity and tannins, it's a bit plush, but makes for easy sipping with food or on its own.",,19,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2007 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2007-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2007,Keuka Spring 14.6,Red,US,"A Merlot to drink now for its rich cherry, red currant, green olive, herb and cedar flavors. It's a little sharp, so pair it with rich, fatty meats and cheeses.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Keating 2008 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2008-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2008,Keating 14.1,White,US,"It's not clear where in the valley this wine comes from, but it's a pretty exposition of Napa Sauvignon Blanc. Slightly sweet, it's strong in citrus, tropical fruit and vanilla oak flavors, balanced with crisp acidity.",Allomi,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess 2009 Allomi Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-2009-allomi-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hess ,Sparkling,US,"This vividly effervescent sparkling Chardonnay offers notes of bruised apples and pears on the nose and a palate of rustic apple cider and lime pith flavors. A bright, lemony acidity makes this a refreshing, easy-drinking sparkler that would match perfectly with pork in a braised apple sauce.",Brut Blanc de Blanc,35,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2006 Brut Blanc de Blanc Sparkling (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2006-brut-blanc-blanc-sparkling-long-island/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Wölffer 12.5,White,Chile,"Spunky and bright in terms of its aromatics, with musky lime and mineral notes. The palate is both juicy and round, with lemon, lime and piercing, pithy citrus flavors. Citric, sheering and foxy on the finish, and exceedingly cleansing.",Albamar,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2009 Albamar Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2009-albamar-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,William Cole 14.9,Red,US,"A robust blend of two popular varieties, this full-bodied red is basically dry and fairly tannic. It's enormously rich and extracted in blackberries and cherries, with notes of bacon, beef jerky, tobacco and scads of peppery spices. Drink now.",Zinfandel-,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Watkins Family 2007 Zinfandel- Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watkins-family-2007-zinfandel-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Watkins Family 13.5,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Merlot smells sweetly of ripe black plums with just a whisper of menthol and Band Aid. Soft on the palate, there's a good amount of dark fruit, but it's a tad tired and dusty. The finish is strong with a high-toned acidity and firm tannins.",V. by Vivác Single Vineyard,25,86,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2006 V. by Vivác Single Vineyard Merlot (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2006-v-by-single-vineyard-merlot-new-mexico/,Merlot,2006,Vivác Winery 12.5,Red,France,"Some richness, a good depth of flavor with wood smoothing out the rough edges of the lean tannins. The fruit is full of juicy black currant energy, while the acidity dominates the aftertaste.",Cuvée Prestige,20,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château les Croisille 2007 Cuvée Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croisille-2007-cuvee-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château les Croisille 12.5,White,France,"Tight acidity and grassy herbaceous character, the wine has crisp fruit, a flinty structure and a brittle apple skin texture. For fresh aperitif drinking.",,17,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château La Rame 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-rame-2009-bordeaux-blanc-119173/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château La Rame 13.5,Red,Spain,"The quality of the 2009 vintage is reflected in this value-priced Toro that's full and medicinal but also balanced and rewarding. Flavors of medicinal red-berry fruit are mixed with thicker, chocolaty notes, while the finish is bold, grabby and solid. A blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha.",,8,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Caño 2009 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cano-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-toro/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Caño 14.4,White,US,"Lots of rich, forward pineapple, ripe pear jam, vanilla cream and buttered toast flavors in this Chardonnay. It will satisfy your sweet tooth, with its honey-rich finish. Drink now.",Reserve,29,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bedarra 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedarra-2008-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bedarra 13,Red,France,"A fresh, lightweight wine with good black berry fruits, a juicy character and balancing spice. The tannins are certainly dry, but the fruit is well in balance.",,30,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Jacques Noir 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jacques-noir-2006-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Jacques Noir 12.5,Red,France,"There is good density here. The wine has spice and dark tannins, the wood integrated with the maturing black fruits. The tannins are still firm, so decant before drinking.",,,86,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Cabredon 2004 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabredon-2004-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Cabredon ,Rose,US,"Delicate and pale, this elegant rosé hints at rhubarb and strawberry, dappled with light herbs. Tart and refreshing.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,16,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Patton Valley 2009 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2009-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2009,Patton Valley ,White,US,"A little aggressive in feline spray notes, but pulls back just in time to let the gooseberry, grapefruit, lemon and lime flavors star. Crisp acidity provides fortunate balance to this sweetly fruit wine.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mario Bazán 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-bazan-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mario Bazán 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This red Passito dessert wine from Tuscany offers bittersweet aromas of wild cherry, raspberry, cassis and cola. It makes a simple but clean impression in the mouth and would pair with chocolate brownies or cherry pie.",Scalabreto 500ml,32,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Morisfarms 2008 Scalabreto 500ml Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morisfarms-2008-scalabreto-500ml-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Morisfarms 14,Red,Portugal,"Fresh berry fruits, with stalky tannins and a fine juicy acidity give an easy, soft and ripe wine. Short wood aging has softened the bursting fruit and added a light touch of spice.",Pequeno Pintor,19,86,Alentejano,,,Monte do Pintor 2007 Pequeno Pintor Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-pintor-2007-pequeno-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Monte do Pintor 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Nivole, a play on the Italian word for clouds, is a fresh and floral Moscato d'Asti with foamy bubbling and delicate aromas of soapy flowers, honey and sweet peach. Although this wine should normally be consumed very young, this vintage has held up beautifully and there's a touch of creamy mint on the close.",Nivole 375ml,,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 2008 Nivole 375ml (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2008-nivole-375ml-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2008,Michele Chiarlo ,White,US,"Dry and papery, this not-quite-settled wine shows threads of fruit (green apple, pineapple), toasted cracker (odd in a Riesling) and plenty of sharp acidity. Time may be the missing ingredient here, but it's difficult to assess at the moment.",,18,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Amity Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"Lots of richness for the price in this Chardonnay. Shows pineapple custard, lemon meringue pie, vanilla cream and caramel flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Easy to find, with 9,000 cases produced.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Five Rivers 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Five Rivers 14.2,Red,US,"This is a soft, semi-sweet wine with rich flavors of cherry and raspberry jam, bacon, black pepper and sandalwood. It's a little syrupy. Give it a chill in the fridge before drinking.",Estate Vineyard,36,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2007 Estate Vineyard Tempranillo (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2007-estate-vineyard-tempranillo-sonoma-valley/,Tempranillo,2007,Gundlach Bundschu 14.8,Red,US,"Rich and delicious, although it's also somewhat soft and direct. Offers upfront, jammy flavors of raspberries and cherries, with elaborate oak touches of toast, vanilla and caramel. Drink now.",Piedra Roja Block 22,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Irwin Family Vineyards 2008 Piedra Roja Block 22 Tempranillo (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irwin-family-2008-piedra-roja-block-22-tempranillo-sierra-foothills/,Tempranillo,2008,Irwin Family Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"Good, but not without problems. It's dry and tannicly smooth in the mouth, with black cherry and mocha flavors. But there's a tart, sandpapery roughness that's just a little short of ripe. Drink now.",Stone Vineyard,60,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawkes 2006 Stone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkes-2006-stone-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hawkes 14,Red,New Zealand,"A lightweight, silky Pinot Noir for early consumption, Lawson's 2007 features pretty red fruit shadings and delicately herbal notes, elegantly intertwined. The tannins are gentle, while the cherry fruit picks up hints of chocolate and coffee on the finish.",,24,86,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2007 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2007-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lawson's Dry Hills 14.3,Red,US,"Rich and jammy with concentrated, cooked blackberry flavors, this medium-bodied Colorado Merlot melds nicely with aromas of toasty, nutty oak. There's a raw, green pepper note that peeks through, but overall, it's a pleasant, accessible wine with a delicious roasted coffee finish.",,16,86,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Two Rivers 2008 Merlot (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-rivers-2008-merlot-grand-valley/,Merlot,2008,Two Rivers 12,Sparkling,US,"Intensely fragrant of gardenias, fresh pears and lanolin, this dry sparkling may be a bit too perfumed for some, but its fresh apple and pear flavors are pleasant. Dry, with a high-toned acidity, it finishes on a slightly bitter, stony note.",Naturel Sparkling Wine,19,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Belhurst NV Naturel Sparkling Wine Sparkling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-nv-naturel-sparkling-wine-finger-lakes/,Sparkling Blend,,Belhurst 14,Red,Portugal,"Attractive fruits with a good, juicy flavor characterize this easy, fresh wine. Black berry flavors and vivid acidity make it ready to drink now.",Serras de Azeitão,10,85,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 Serras de Azeitão Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-serras-azeitao-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.8,Red,US,"Feels dry and rustic in the mouth, with astringent tannins and acidity cutting across flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, red currants, licorice and pepper. Best now, with a brief decant.",Caton Vineyard Upper Bench,38,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2008 Caton Vineyard Upper Bench Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2008-vineyard-upper-bench-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2008,Ty Caton 12,Red,France,A rich and soft Merlot-dominated wine with a wood element that broadens the texture and enhances the black plum and berry flavors. Ready to drink now.,Leo Vinis,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Caves Fleury 2009 Leo Vinis (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-fleury-2009-leo-vinis-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Caves Fleury 14.5,Red,Australia,"Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Tempranillo and Carignan all play parts in this Barossa blend, adding up to a wine that features ample cassis fruit and modest tobacco and cedar shadings. It's medium-bodied, a straightforward accompaniment to red meats or cheeses. Drink now.",Layers,16,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2008 Layers Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2008-layers-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2008,Peter Lehmann ,White,US,"Strong scents of oak and butter come rushing out of the glass, with a medicinal edge. Though it has had some bottle age, this wine has not yet knit together. The ripe, soft, banana-flavored fruit and the forceful oak components are distinct and separate. Try it with pasta or poultry in a rich cream sauce that can pull everything together.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Apex 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Luminous and light, this is a vibrant sparkler redolent of sweet stone fruit, honey and yellow rose. A firm mineral note runs through the middle to keep it focused.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Poggio delle Robinie NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-delle-robinie-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Poggio delle Robinie 13.5,White,US,"A little harsh and rugged around the edges, but shows good Chardonnay character. Peaches and cream, pineapple fruit and buttered toast flavors lead to a clean finish.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,EOS 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,EOS ,White,US,"A solid, all-purpose wine, this has some toast and vanilla components, along with straightforward fruit that hints at green apple. There's a little spice and butter in the aromas also.",Quail Series,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2008 Quail Series Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2008-quail-series-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Covey Run 14.5,Red,US,"A decent everyday sipper. Soft and a little dull in texture, it's rich in blackberry, currant, chocolate and pecan pie flavors.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,CC 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cc-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,CC 15.7,Red,US,"Good, rich notes in this blackberry, currant, dark chocolate, roasted meat and black pepper flavored wine, with its firm tannins. Loses points for excessive softness and heat, which gives it a rustic feel. Drink now.",Caton Vineyard Ballfield,42,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2008 Caton Vineyard Ballfield Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2008-vineyard-ballfield-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2008,Ty Caton 13.9,White,US,"A simple, soft, oaky Chardonnay made in the modern style. Tastes sugary sweet in apricot, pineapple and peach jam flavors.",Polo,10,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Salvatore Principe 2009 Polo Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2009-polo-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Salvatore Principe 13.5,Red,US,"The infamous wildfires in California this vintage seem to be showing up, giving this Merlot a smoky, cigarette ash aroma and taste. It's not entirely unpleasant, and there are still some good cherry flavors, but some people will be put off.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Greystone Cellars 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greystone-cellars-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Greystone Cellars 14.7,Red,US,"Heavy and dull in the mouth. They seemed to have picked the darkest, ripest, softest, plummiest lots, and then plastered the wine with oak. Not bad for a Grenache, but lacks the vibrancy and lift you want from Pinot Noir.",Reserve,42,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Riverbench 13.5,White,Chile,"Starts out solid enough, with notes of white grapefruit, passion fruit and mineral. Then it turns decidedly vegetal, with heavy flavors of asparagus, canned green beans and bell pepper. By the time it finishes you're firmly in the green zone.",Classic,11,83,San Antonio,,,Viña Leyda 2009 Classic Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2009-classic-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña Leyda 12.6,Sparkling,Argentina,"The clean look, nice bead and good mouthfeel are the saving graces here, because it smells strange, almost like steamed ballpark hot dogs, and it tastes odd and innocuous, like papaya juice. The look and feel are good but the smell and tastes are not so great.",Extra Brut,16,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medanos NV Extra Brut Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medanos-nv-extra-brut-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,,Medanos 13,Red,Chile,"Aromas of hay, baked corn and honey suggest that this wine has lost or is fast losing its vitality. The palate is round and full, with honeyed, soft flavors of apple and grass. Finishes mushy, another indication that it's on its last legs.",,13,83,Central Valley,,,Maniña 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manina-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Maniña 12.5,Red,France,"Earthy, rustic aromas reveal a wine that is rough at the edges, tightened with acidity, shot through with stalky fruit.",,,83,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château la Rayre 2008 Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayre-2008-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Rayre ,Red,US,"Though soft on the finish, this is sharply herbal and stemmy, with woody flavors instead of fruit. There are traces of berry and cassis, but the nature of Cabernet Franc is to be herbal, and here it's in full bloom.",Terebinth,28,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ancient Cellars 2008 Terebinth Cabernet Franc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-cellars-2008-terebinth-cabernet-franc-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Ancient Cellars 13,Red,France,"Tight and lean, austere in character, the fruit showing definite green characters.",,,83,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Cabredon 2007 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabredon-2007-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cabredon 12.5,Red,France,"A lean wine, the tannins dominating the fruit. The wine is all bone and no flesh.",Tertre Perdigous,,83,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Port 2008 Tertre Perdigous Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-port-2008-tertre-perdigous-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2008,Château du Port 14.2,Red,US,"A soft, easy red wine. Shows appealing cherry and raspberry flavors, with a silky texture. Drink now.",,18,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bray 2007 Tempranillo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bray-2007-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Tempranillo,2007,Bray 15.5,Red,US,"Frankly as sweet as Port, with sugary blackberry jam and chocolate-covered raisin flavors and high, brandied alcohol. Not bad for a dessert wine, but inappropriate for a table wine.",Dorothy's Vineyard,30,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Dorothy's Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-dorothys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Wilson 13.5,Red,US,"A little tough and sweet, but offers a solid mouthful of blackberries and cherries. Production was 175,000 cases.",Keyes Canyon Ranches,16,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Estancia 2008 Keyes Canyon Ranches Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2008-keyes-canyon-ranches-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Estancia 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Strongly herbal and pungent to the point of sweatiness, with just a bit of citrusy fruit creeping in on the otherwise lightweight finish.",,10,83,Marlborough,,,Mussel Bay 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mussel-bay-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mussel Bay 12.5,White,US,"High in acidity and ripe in pineapple and vanilla flavors, this is a simple wine. It has sweet and sour flavors, like a sour cough drop.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Redtree 13,Red,Spain,"Bright and shimmers with purple, while the nose is jumpy and candied, with a lot of sweetness and black fruit. Marginal to tough on the palate, with racy, hard tannins and a clacky feel to go with wild berry and mulchy flavors. Tasted twice with consistent notes.",Tempranillo,11,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Oriza 2009 Tempranillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-oriza-2009-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Condado de Oriza 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This fresh and bright rosé opens with a peachy-pink color and aromas of simple fruit, raspberry and cranberry. It's tight and tonic in the mouth with a simple, clean close.",Le Dolcirive Extra Dry Rosé,,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Costaruél NV Le Dolcirive Extra Dry Rosé Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaruel-nv-le-dolcirive-extra-dry-rose-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Costaruél ,Rose,France,"Made by Beaujolais producer Gilles Gelin, this sweet rosé is full of ripe, crushed strawberries, a touch of caramel and a rosehip aftertaste. More acidity would be welcome, but it works well as an apéritif.",,,83,France Other,Vin de Table Francais,,Domaine des Nugues NV Gamay (Vin de Table Francais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nugues-nv-gamay-vin-table-francais/,Gamay,,Domaine des Nugues ,White,US,"A mild, softly fruity wine, with unusual grace notes of sandalwood and incense. The fruit suggests cinnamon-sprinkled pears, and the acidity has been cut and softened. A little bit of a plastic, Band-Aid flavor infuses the finish.",Two Vines,8,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2009 Two Vines Pinot Grigio (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-two-vines-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Columbia Crest 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Medicinal, soupy and not fully clicking. The nose is fishy and the palate has a grating feel and flavors of dried fruits, cola and caramel. Finishes with a toffee-like sweetness and wayward buttery flavors.",,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cinco Sentidos 2006 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinco-sentidos-2006-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Cinco Sentidos 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells like drugstore-quality chocolate mint candy, meaning it's creamy and confected. The palate offers a clash of chubby softness with needling acids, while the flavor profile revolves around faux mint, cotton candy and sharp plum skins.",Reserve,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cigar Box 2008 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigar-box-2008-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Cigar Box 11,Sparkling,US,"For fans of semisweet bubbly in a bright salmon shade, this sparkler offers a confected nose reminiscent of watermelon Jolly Ranchers. Softly pétillant with a heavy, syrupy texture, the palate is akin to liquid cotton candy.",Imperial Kir,13,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,D.H. Lescombes NV Imperial Kir Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dh-lescombes-nv-imperial-kir-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,,D.H. Lescombes 14.6,Red,US,"With a streak stream of acidity and medicinal cherry flavors, this Merlot has a Life Saver-candy taste, with a sweet finish.",Estate Block 500,15,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2008 Estate Block 500 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2008-estate-block-500-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2008,Trentadue 13,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of milk chocolate, candy, field greens and dusty red fruit are less than convincing. The palate has high acidity and a lean body, with flavors of carob, pepper, spice and basic raspberry. Sweet and light on the finish.",,8,83,Other,Famatina Valley,,Santa Florentina 2009 Merlot (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-florentina-2009-merlot-famatina-valley/,Merlot,2009,Santa Florentina 14.8,Red,US,"Overly ripe and Port-like, with raisin and currant aromas. Tastes bitter in the mouth, with raisin skin tannins, although there are some rich blackberry jam and chocolate flavors.",Route 29,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RouteStock 2008 Route 29 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2008-route-29-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,RouteStock 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and forceful with a chemical element and aromas of char, bacon, medicine and toasted marshmallow. The palate has size but hollowness, and the flavors bounce between sour plum and herbs. Picks up more tang and sourness as it goes along.",Reserva,16,83,Casablanca Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,TerraNoble 14,Red,Argentina,"Burnt, edgy and stemmy/stalky from start to finish. The nose gives off a charred nut and asphalt character, while the palate is edgy, hard and bitter, with briary flavors of roasted fruit and stems. Questionable and compromised for the price.",,45,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Puro Uno 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puro-uno-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Puro Uno 14.1,White,US,"Not much going on with this dry, crisp Chardonnay. It has watery flavors of citrus fruits and apricots, with a hint of oak.",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simple Math Cellars 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simple-math-cellars-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Simple Math Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"Murky, cheesy and just not very fresh on the nose, but solid in the mouth, with quick flavors of red fruits and especially tomato. The finish is mild and a little creamy, and tomato comes back similar to Campbell's soup. Not horrible but not offering a lot for the price point.",Duette,20,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Indomita 2009 Duette Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2009-duette-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Indomita ,Red,US,"Light and generic, this is a watery effort that doesn't give much pleasure. Simple cherry fruit is thin and quickly disappears.",,20,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,High Hook 2008 Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-hook-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2008,High Hook 14,Rose,Portugal,"A fat, rich rosé, full of ripe berry fruits, caramel and spice. It misses out on freshness, and the alcohol does give a burn.",Olho de Mocho,18,83,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Rocim 2008 Olho de Mocho Rosé (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-rocim-2008-olho-mocho-rose-alentejano/,Rosé,2008,Herdade do Rocim 14.1,Rose,US,"A decent but awkward rosé, basically dry and crisp in acidity, but with some strange flavors. The raspberries and cherries have a medicinal, Band-Aid taste.",Petale de Fleur Rosé of,18,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2009 Petale de Fleur Rosé of Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2009-petale-fleur-rose-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Coquelicot 13,White,France,"This wine is a blend of Chardonnay from different regions of France. It is light, fresh and clean, with some attractive white fruit flavors, lifted by some crisp acidity.",When Cédric met Cécile Chardonnay,10,83,France Other,Vin de Pays Vignobles de France,,Domaine de Virginie 2007 When Cédric met Cécile Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays Vignobles de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-virginie-2007-when-cedric-met-cecile-chardonnay-vin-pays-vignobles/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine de Virginie 13,Red,France,"Get through the rusticity of this wine, and there is some fresh berry fruit and acidity. But the farmyard edge is off-putting.",,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Roc Grand Antoine 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roc-grand-antoine-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Roc Grand Antoine 12,Sparkling,Australia,"The bubbles really intensify the varietal character of this sparkling Sauvignon Blanc, supersizing its grassy, grapefruity aromas, while passion fruit flavors come through on the palate.",Emeri Sparkling,13,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-bortoli-nv-emeri-sparkling-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern-australia-122125/,Sauvignon Blanc,,De Bortoli 13.5,White,Argentina,"Yellowing in color and smelling waxy and peachy. This has become fleshy and sweet, with a syrupy feel. Drink it now or wait for a fresher vintage.",Martin Fierro,,83,Other,Tulum Valley,,Bodegas Borbore 2008 Martin Fierro Torrontés (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-borbore-2008-martin-fierro-torrontes-tulum-valley/,Torrontés,2008,Bodegas Borbore 14.2,Red,US,"This soft, country-style Zin has candied flavors of raspberries, red currants, licorice, pepper and bacon. It's sweet in the finish, with a sugary aftertaste. Drink now.",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bluenose 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bluenose-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Bluenose 15,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a curious Recioto with aromas of green olive and caper backed by blackberry and some distant spice. Sweetness and succulence push the wine forward over the palate but those green, herbal notes appear once more on the close.",750ml,,83,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Brigaldara 2007 750ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2007-750ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Brigaldara 13.5,White,US,"Pretty simple, but the price is right for an everyday, clean Chardonnay. Shows modest, fruit juice flavors of pineapples and oranges, with a hint of butter and cream.",,12,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castle Rock 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Castle Rock 14,White,Chile,"Pineapple, sulfur and matchstick, and finally some woody toast steer the bouquet. The palate is big and blowsy, with toasty baked apple and pineapple flavors. Finishes sweet, with honey and a sprinkle of white pepper. Yet another sweet, resiny, basic Chardonnay from Chile.",Reserva,11,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Santa Carolina 14,Red,Chile,"Starts out with mildly herbal, salad-dressing aromas, but the palate is fairly full and creamy, with soft tomato, spice and generic berry flavors. Fresh due to adequate acidity, but tastes a little herbal and sharp all the way through. Good enough for the price.",Reserva,9,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2009,Santa Alicia 14.5,Red,US,"Although it's fully dry, the cherry and berry flavors have a Porty overripeness, while strong tannins make the finish astringent.",,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2006 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2006-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2006,San Simeon ,Red,US,"A tartly acidic, jammy wine. Shows Zin-like flavors of raspberries, cherries and black pepper, with a sweet coat of sandalwood.",,26,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mosby 2006 Primitivo (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2006-zinfandel-primitivo-central-coast/,Primitivo,2006,Mosby 14.5,Red,US,"This is a soft, slightly sweet and very fruity Syrah. It's kind of simple, with a soft texture and rich cherry and raspberry- jam flavors.",,35,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Longfellow 2007 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longfellow-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Longfellow 13.5,White,US,"A little sweet in apricot, orange and pineapple flavors, like a fruit juice blend. But it's refreshingly crisp at an everyday price.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips NV Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-harvest-by-rh-phillips-nv-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips 13,White,New Zealand,"Light and herbal, marked by restrained, melony fruit and leafy notes that lack overall intensity and complexity. Drink now.",Regional Reserve,15,84,Marlborough,,,Glazebrook 2009 Regional Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glazebrook-2009-regional-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Glazebrook 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Minty and earthy, with aromas of plum, rubber and herbs. The palate is straight down the middle in terms of feel, while the flavors turn brambly and herbal, something the finish matches. Basic and a little strained.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Filus 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Filus ,Red,France,"The banana aromas are off-putting in this light, juicy wine. Although there are tannins, they are not enough to make sense of the simple, jammy fruit.",La Trinquée,,84,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 La Trinquée (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-trinquee-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy smelling, with black-fruit aromas that sit heavy in the glass. The palate pushes black cherry flavors and outsized acidity, and it only gets sharper on the back palate and finish. Flavorful and true to the variety, but piercing.",,9,84,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Echeverria 13,White,US,"Lots of people will be attracted to this wine, especially at this price. It's clean and crisp, with slightly sweet citrus, peach, green apple and vanilla flavors. Easy to find, with 25,000 cases produced.",Selected Vineyards,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2009 Selected Vineyards Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-selected-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Concannon 13,Red,France,"Juicy wine, with very dominant acidity. The flavors are of bright red plums and berries, but the wine lacks depth, skimming the surface of taste.",,17,84,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château la Fleur 2008 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-2008-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Fleur 12,Red,Portugal,"Fresh, herbal and stalky, a light-bodied red wine that has some well-balanced residual sugar to go with the red berry fruits. The soft texture masks the acidity. Screw cap.",Portada Tinto,7,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2007 Portada Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2007-portada-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2007,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,Red,Spain,"Floral, earthy, funky and barnyardy, with all the young exuberance that comes with joven/roble wines from RDD. Lots of color, power, tannins and extract along with young, sweet, chewy black-fruit flavors and tart acidity to the palate.",Roble,15,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Qumrán 2009 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-qumran-2009-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Qumrán 13.9,Red,US,"This blend of 86% Tempranillo and 14% Graciano has sour cherry candy flavors, in a light-bodied, silky texture. It's bone dry with some unripeness.",Solea,34,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bodegas Paso Robles 2005 Solea Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-paso-robles-2005-solea-tempranillo-blend-central-coast/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Bodegas Paso Robles 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with sharpness along with red-fruit notes and a hint of vinegar. The palate holds onto that acid-driven feel, and there's saucy, herbal berry and cherry flavors. Finishes on the shallow side, with a pinch of bitterness.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alberti 154 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alberti 154 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy but sharp on the nose, with a foreboding sense of stem and sourness. The palate is indeed raw and acidic, with lean, slightly stemmy flavors of herbs, raspberry and plum. Not bad but carries a stemmy, less-than-pure personality.",Reserva,14,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Campo Viejo 13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly sharp, reedy and also sweet smelling, with cotton candy, vanilla and caramel aromas. The palate ranks as dry, simple and a bit dilute, with soft, light, buttery flavors and shy, airy red-fruit notes. Inoffensive and a touch weak.",Tributo Single Vineyard,20,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2008 Tributo Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2008-tributo-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Caliterra 13.5,Red,Chile,"Basic raspberry and plum aromas and flavors are accented by herbal, foresty notes. The palate is grabby, tannic and chunky, with herbal accents to the berry fruit flavors. Finishes with milk chocolate, acidity and tannic bite.",Reserva,10,84,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Calina 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of red fruits, olive and hard spice lead to a sheer palate with juiciness galore along with red raspberry, cranberry and spice flavors. Very zesty but not harsh. Must have food to handle the acids.",Reserva,11,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Apaltagua 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and baked smelling, with foxy core aromas that suggest wet dog fur. The palate is loud and wild, with foxy, unsettled flavors of wild berry and cherry. Runs low on layering, structure and body, but it is lively.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Andeluna 14.5,Red,Australia,"A solid effort, this basic red blend features mint accents layered over slightly herbal cassis aromas and flavors. It's medium-bodied, with silky tannins on the finish. Drink now.",Cabernet-Shiraz-Merlot,10,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Ironberry 2008 Cabernet-Shiraz-Merlot Red (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironberry-2008-cabernet-shiraz-merlot-red-western/,Cabernet Blend,2008,Ironberry 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, sugary and one-dimensional, with raspberry- and cherry-pie filling flavors plus the toasty, buttery crust.",,40,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Le Mistral 2007 Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mistral-2007-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Le Mistral 14.5,Red,US,"This is a softly tannic, dense, extracted and acidic wine that floods the mouth with the sharp tastes of blackberry, cherry and raspberry jam. It's good, in a rustic way. Drink now.",Estate Bottled,25,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia 2006 Estate Bottled Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-2006-estate-bottled-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,La Storia 6.5,Dessert,Italy,"The luminous sparkler offers sweet aromas of peach, honey and jasmine. Pair this this bubbly treat with oatmeal cookies or sponge cake.",Petalo il Vino dell'Amore,14,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bottega 2009 Petalo il Vino dell'Amore Moscato (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-2009-petalo-il-vino-dellamore-muscat-moscato-veneto/,Moscato,2009,Bottega 12,Red,France,"A dark-hued wine, the tannins from fruit and wood dominating the fruit and giving a tendency to dry out. It could develop, although the tight structure does not help.",Elevé en Fûts de Chêne,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Julian 2009 Elevé en Fûts de Chêne (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julian-2009-eleve-en-futs-chene-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Julian ,Red,France,"Balanced wine, the tight tannins fitting well into the black currant fruits, the texture coming from plum skins, damsons and some fresh, bright acidity.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Julian 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julian-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Julian 12,Red,France,"There is considerable freshness here, along with black currant, bright berries and a smoky edge. It does have a strong tannic element that gives an austere structure.",Grande Cuvée,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Rolland 2008 Grande Cuvée (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-rolland-2008-grande-cuvee-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Rolland 12.5,Red,France,"On the lean side, the acidity heightened by vivid berry fruits. The texture is light, with tannins that have a bite to them.",Réserve,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Grand Jean 2008 Réserve (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2008-reserve-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Jean 12.5,Red,France,"Soft and open fruit, flavors of black currants, rhubarb and fresh acidity. The tannins are light, the wine attractively balanced with a juicy aftertaste.",,18,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Terrefort-Quancard 2007 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terrefort-quancard-2007-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Terrefort-Quancard 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,La Meirana is an informal and bright sparkling wine that delivers floral aromas of honeysuckle and acacia backed by sweet almond and peach. It shows light bubbling that fades fast in the glass.,La Meirana Brut,,84,Piedmont,Gavi,,Broglia 2008 La Meirana Brut (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broglia-2008-meirana-brut-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2008,Broglia 14,Red,Spain,"Lively, candied and medicinal, with grassy aromas along with mild animal notes. The palate is young, grabby, forceful but solid, while the flavors are bright, bold, snappy and suggest red plum and black cherry. A basic young wine that's decent if you're not too discerning.",Viñas de Olivara,9,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Marqués de Olivara 2009 Viñas de Olivara (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-olivara-2009-vinas-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Marqués de Olivara 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes excessively sharp throughout, with a cut of acidity that interferes with the palate's pleasure in the blackberries, cherries, currants and oak.",Distraction,40,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pear Valley 2007 Distraction Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pear-valley-2007-distraction-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Pear Valley 13.9,Red,US,"The score reflects the rich cherry, blackberry, cola and smoked meat flavors in this dry, crisp, silky wine. But it also takes into account a certain funkiness and one-dimensional simplicity.",,15,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2008 Tempranillo (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2008-tempranillo-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Tempranillo,2008,Matchbook 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc features some nice lime and grapefruit flavors, but it turns tart, chalky and almost metallic on the finish. It's certainly zesty, but it clangs off the rim instead of swooshing straight on through.",,20,84,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Martinborough Vineyard 12.5,Red,US,"Very soft and sweet in dessert pastry flavors. Not much structure, but delicious in cherry- and raspberry- pie filling flavors.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,A Cellar Full of Noise 2006 Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-cellar-full-noise-2006-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2006,A Cellar Full of Noise 15.2,Red,US,"Awkward in the mouth, with hard-edged tannins and cutting acidity that interferes with the berry, cherry, currant and spice flavors. This old-fashioned wine could mellow over the years, without gaining complexity.",,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Petite Sirah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Albeno Munari 13.2,White,US,"Sweet and sour, like a Chinese pineapple sauce, and there's an ammonia taste that detracts. On the plus side there's mouthwatering acidity and a clean finish.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Highway 12 ,Red,US,"Smells and tastes thin and stemmy, with watered down cherry and cola flavors. On the plus side, it's dry and silky.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Heron 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Heron 15.1,Red,US,"Too soft for comfort. Lacks structural integrity and lively acidity to balance out the rich blackberry, currant, anise and cocoa flavors, and there's peppery heat from high alcohol. Drink now.",Caton Vineyard,44,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2008 Caton Vineyard Petite Sirah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2008-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Ty Caton 14.5,Red,Australia,"Showing a bit of evolution, The Turk features hints of leather and beef alongside blackberry and cassis. It's reasonably complex for the price, but dries out a bit on the finish, suggesting it may be past its best. Drink up.",The Turk Cabernet-Shiraz-Mourvèdre-Grenache,20,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Turkey Flat 2006 The Turk Cabernet-Shiraz-Mourvèdre-Grenache Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turkey-flat-2006-turk-cabernet-shiraz-mourvedre-grenache-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Turkey Flat 13,White,Argentina,"Simple aromas of lemon and lychee are just fresh enough, while the palate offers good feel and pithy, somewhat bland flavors of the same fruits that appear on the bouquet. The finish is lemony, and overall this is a good, basic Torrontés to drink as soon as you can.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tercos 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercos-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Tercos 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Raboso grapes, this foamy pink sparkling wine offers feminine tones of rose, raspberry and cranberry. Closed with a silver string, the spago argento, it is a delicately sweet and feminine wine.",Pink Spago Argento rosé,,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Riondo NV Pink Spago Argento rosé Raboso (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-nv-pink-spago-argento-rose-italian-red-raboso-veneto/,Raboso,,Riondo ,Red,US,"There is a sharp, penetrating scent of stem and tomato leaf here. Behind it is a wine well along the aging curve, the fruit thinning away, the tannins fading into flavors of black tea.",Anna Maria,24,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Valley View 2006 Anna Maria Cabernet Sauvignon (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2006-anna-maria-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Valley View 14,Red,Spain,"A bit flat and jammy on the nose, and then it runs hot and heavy across the palate, where the flavors waver between citric and plum-cherry. There's a lot of fruit here, but also some burn and finally a dull hum to the finish.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Tienen Duende 2009 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tienen-duende-2009-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Tienen Duende 14.1,Red,US,"The flavors of this Syrah are delicious, ranging from black cherries and raspberries to bacon, cinnamon bun and vanilla. But it's too soft and simple.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2008 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Clayhouse 12,Red,France,"Literally friends and neighbors (the guys on the label dancing and playing an accordion), this wine is a light, soft blend of Groslot and Cabernet Franc from Anjou. It is light, strawberry-juice flavored, with green acidity. Ready to drink now.",Les Copains d'Abord,11,84,France Other,Vin de Table Francais,,Domaine des Sablonnettes 2008 Les Copains d'Abord Red (Vin de Table Francais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sablonnettes-2008-copains-dabord-red-vin-table-francais/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine des Sablonnettes 14.2,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this Syrah has some juicy blackberry, blueberry, beef jerky and black pepper flavors. The underlying wine feels too soft, even though there are brusque acids toward the finish. Ready now.",Pine Hawk West Vineyard,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,D'Anbino 2007 Pine Hawk West Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danbino-2007-pine-hawk-west-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,D'Anbino ,Red,France,"A smooth, fruity wine, with fine red-cherry flavors and very soft tannins. It is spoiled by a banana flavor that intrudes into the fresh fruit.",Domaine du Buyats,,84,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine du Buyats (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-du-buyats-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14.8,Red,US,"This blend is soft and fruity. It has flavors of cherry jam, licorice, bacon and peppery spices. Earns an extra point for the attractive mouthfeel.",Flying Nymph,13,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2009 Flying Nymph G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2009-flying-nymph-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2009,Cass 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a luminous sparkling wine that plays up its Italian good cheer. It's a simple and straightforward expression with characteristic aromas of cut grass, stone fruit and citrus that makes for an informal but very satisfying ensemble.",Extra Dry,15,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Tiamo NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiamo-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Tiamo 13.5,Red,US,"So young, it tastes like it's still fermenting. Not a bad wine, but freshly tart and strong in grapy flavors. Should calm down by mid-2011 and become a nice, full-bodied and dry red wine.",Grower's Selection,15,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,The Crusher 2009 Grower's Selection Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crusher-2009-growers-selection-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2009,The Crusher ,Red,US,"Sweet, hot and soft, a hot- climate Zinfandel that's rustic in its charms. But it's very ripe, offering blackberry, cherry, raspberry and peppery spice flavors.",,15,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rock Lobster 2008 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-lobster-2008-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Rock Lobster 14,Red,Portugal,"Farmyard aromas follow through to a firmly dry, darkly tannic wine with bitter licorice flavors. It has spice from wood, but a rustic character dominates.",Reserva,22,84,Alentejano,,,Vale da Mina 2007 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-mina-2007-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Vale da Mina 14.8,Red,US,"There are some unripe, vegetal flavors in this Pinot Noir. It's dry and simple, although it does boast some cherry and currant flavors, and has a nice, silky texture. Ready now.",,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Simple Math Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simple-math-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Simple Math Cellars 12.3,White,New Zealand,"Light in body and pungent almost to the point of sweatiness, with leafy, herbal flavors that soften on the finish.",,15,84,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2009-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Woollaston 12.5,White,France,"Ripe Sauvignon Blanc, bringing out pear and apple flavors, topped with cream. There is a bite from an apple skin texture, along with bright, delicate acidity.",La Petite Perrière,13,84,France Other,Vin de Pays de France,,Guy Saget 2008 La Petite Perrière Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2008-petite-perriere-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Guy Saget 14.1,White,US,"Simple, acidic and slightly sweet, with tangerine, lime, papaya, honeysuckle, vanilla and spice flavors. Could use more dryness. A blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier and others.",Coda Blanc,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,David Girard 2008 Coda Blanc White (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2008-coda-blanc-white-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,David Girard 9.5,Sparkling,Australia,"This wine is very pale in color, but the aromas are anything but understated, zooming out in full floral, orangy Muscat character. It's soft and sweet, balanced a bit by citrusy acids on the finish.",White Chocolate,17,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Chocolate Box 2010 White Chocolate Moscato (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chocolate-box-2010-white-muscat-moscato-barossa-valley/,Moscato,2010,Chocolate Box 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of mocha, coffee and berry fruit are regular but decent, while the palate is astringent but lively, with herbal red-fruit flavors and a touch of green. Finishes lemony, tangy and grabby, with weight but a slight stickiness.",Gran Reserva,14,84,Curicó Valley,,,Espiritu de Chile 2007 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-chile-2007-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Espiritu de Chile 13.5,Red,US,"Thin and acidic, with cola, cherry, orange and oak flavors. Okay in a pinch for a dry, everyday Pinot Noir.",,17,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,MooBuzz 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moobuzz-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,MooBuzz 13.5,Red,US,"A good everyday wine. It's dry, full-bodied and has enough berry-cherry flavors to get by, wrapped into a smooth texture.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Montevina 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Passoro opens with an amber, almost deep orange color and overripe aromas of sun baked raisins, dried apricot, strawberry jam and candied fruit. The wine feels heavy and thick on the mouth but a sharp point of lemon zest appears at the very end.",Passoro 500ml,23,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Maggio Vini 2006 Passoro 500ml Moscato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maggio-vini-2006-passoro-500ml-muscat-moscato-sicilia/,Moscato,2006,Maggio Vini 12,Red,US,"The nose on this medium- bodied Merlot is pleasant with aromas of burnt coffee, soil and plush red plums. Coffee flavors mingle on the palate with tart, underripe blueberry flavors and a hints of green herbs in the backdrop. With high acidity and soft tannins, it's a bit lacking in balance, but interesting tar and smoke notes on the finish would go well with a smoked meats or bacon.",,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2007 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2007-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2007,Fox Run 10.5,Sparkling,Australia,"This medium-bodied bargain-priced sparkler is maybe just a touch on the heavy side, but it should satisfy most party crowds. Hints of toast accent pineapple and tropical fruit notes, finishing soft and short. Worth trying in Mimosas or Bellinis.",The Vines Brut Cuvée,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Beelgara NV The Vines Brut Cuvée Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beelgara-nv-vines-brut-cuvee-sparkling-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,Beelgara 14.1,White,US,"This blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay is simple and slightly sweet. It has flavors of oranges, pineapples and apricots, wrapped into a creamy texture.",Beachfront,18,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bedarra 2009 Beachfront White (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedarra-2009-beachfront-white-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,White Blend,2009,Bedarra 13,White,US,"Tastes like an inferior Chardonnay, with overoaked flavors of tangerines, pineapples and buttered popcorn.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2009 Aligoté (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2009-other-white-aligote-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Aligoté,2009,Calera 12,Sparkling,Italy,"A pink sparkling wine that opens with vibrant tones of cranberry, raspberry and red rose. The feminine, floral side is indeed intense although the wine shows much more simplicity in the mouth.",Lagrein Brut Rosato,,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bortolotti NV Lagrein Brut Rosato Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-lagrein-brut-rosato-rose-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Bortolotti ,Red,US,"Dark and scented with clove, licorice and bitter herb, this is a hard-edged Cabernet with a soft center of barely-ripe fruit. Some plum and prune notes are here, and the tannins have been softened, but the stemmy, herbal character dominates.",Amphorae,28,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ancient Cellars 2008 Amphorae Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-cellars-2008-amphorae-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ancient Cellars 14,Red,Argentina,"Salinic upon opening, with thick, candied blackberry aromas along with orange peel. The wine is sincerely syrupy and rich for a value-priced Malbec, but it struggles with balance and comes across heavy, roasted and loaded down with candied berry and milk chocolate flavors.",Classic,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2009 Classic Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2009-classic-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alta Vista 13.5,White,Chile,"Smells bland, with a bit of apple. The palate is candied and soft, with sweet orange, mango and other tropical flavors. Finishes honeyed and lazy, with sweet, simple flavors of honeydew and apple juice.",Equilibrio Made With Organically Grown Grapes,12,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Aresti 2009 Equilibrio Made With Organically Grown Grapes Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2009-equilibrio-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Aresti 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling rosé opens with a pretty pink color and golden peach highlights. The soft foaming is steady and tonic and the sparkler moves smoothly over the palate with plush, creamy effervescence: There's a simple, sweet personality at the core with pink grapefruit and raspberry.",Graffio Spumante Rosé,,84,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Cantina Caorsa NV Graffio Spumante Rosé (Bardolino Chiaretto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-caorsa-nv-graffio-spumante-rose-bardolino-chiaretto/,Sparkling Blend,,Cantina Caorsa 12.5,Red,France,"Soft, stalky black berry fruits, dry with a firm edge of tannins. The spice shows through along with final acidity.",,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Virecourt 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-virecourt-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Virecourt 13.7,Rose,US,"A little soft and one-dimensional, with raspberry and cherry cola flavors. Lacks the liveliness that a rosé needs. No oak on this dry wine.",Rose 'Di Arie,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,C.G. di Arie 2009 Rose 'Di Arie Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2009-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2009,C.G. di Arie 14.1,Red,US,"A fairly one-dimensional Pinot Noir. It's soft and drinkable now, with raspberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors.",,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Casa de la Cruz 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cruz-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Casa de la Cruz 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a simple but fun Moscato d'Asti with floral notes backed by fresh fruit tones of stone fruit and honeydew. The wine is simple, easy and nicely sweet on the close.",,,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Vino dei Fratelli 2009 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-fratelli-2009-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Vino dei Fratelli 14,Red,Australia,"Features charred and herbal overtones, but otherwise pleasant cherry fruit and a weightiness borne of moderately high alcohol (14%). The fruit fades a bit quickly on the finish, leaving some drying tannins behind, so serve with rare beef or lamb.",Avalon Tree Single Site,16,84,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2008 Avalon Tree Single Site Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2008-avalon-tree-single-site-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Zonte's Footstep 13,Dessert,France,"A lightly botrytised wine, with sweet raisins and orange zest. The wine is soft, missing acidity, but the freshness is just right.",Seigneurs de Monbazillac,10,84,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Yvon Mau 2007 Seigneurs de Monbazillac (Monbazillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2007-seigneurs-monbazillac-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Yvon Mau 12.5,White,Chile,"Honeyed on the nose and palate, with mild citrus and green qualities like nettle and lime. The feel is kind of soft for Casablanca SB, and the flavors seem more tropical and sweet than they should be. Finishes soft, pithy and sweet.",Columbine Special Reserve,15,84,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2009 Columbine Special Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2009-columbine-special-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,William Cole 13,Red,Italy,A simple wine with a crisp and clean mouthfeel. There are plenty of bright fruit aromas to keep your interest. Try this wine with Margherita pizza or easy pasta with tomato sauce.,,11,84,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,I Veroni 2008 Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2008-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2008,I Veroni ,Red,Italy,"This easy- drinking blend of Sangiovese and Merlot delivers loads of fresh fruit backed by aromas of cherry, cassis and white almond. The mouthfeel is simple, clean and keeps the palate refreshed.",,10,84,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,I Veroni 2007 Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2007-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale-98717/,Red Blend,2007,I Veroni 13.1,White,US,"Soft and sweet in vanilla, buttered toast and honey flavors, this Chard also features plenty of pineapple and pear jam richness. Good price for the opulence.",Lot 11,10,84,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2009 Lot 11 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2009-lot-11-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Grayson 15.5,Red,US,"The combination of high alcohol and what tastes like residual sugar makes this Zinfandel rather sugary sweet. If that's your style, you'll like the jammy raspberries, cherries and spices.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2007 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2007-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,EOS 13,Red,France,"With just a touch of tannin, this big-selling Beaujolais-Villages has both weight and richness. Most of all, it has bright red fruits, a hint of spice and crisp acidity.",,,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,US,"Though the nose seems dark and brooding with notes of black cherries, smoke and spice, on the palate, this is surprisingly light and fresh with a bright sour cherry acidity and soft tannins. There's a hint of green stems throughout this fairly light bodied wine.",Cherry Barn,22,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Harbes Family Vineyard 2006 Cherry Barn Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harbes-family-vineyard-2006-cherry-barn-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2006,Harbes Family Vineyard 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Light in color, with transparency, something you usually don't see with Malbec. The nose is rubbery, saucy and a touch grassy, while the palate is tannic and grabby, with stewy, rustic, roasted berry flavors. Finishes with the taste of barbecue sauce.",Estate,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medrano 2008 Estate Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medrano-2008-estate-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Medrano 13.5,White,US,"This soft, simple wine will satisfy your basic Chardonnay needs. It's creamy and somewhat sweet, with pineapple and buttered popcorn flavors.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,MooBuzz 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moobuzz-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,MooBuzz 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hot earth, baked cherry and mild vanilla aromas come in front of a snappy, angular palate with tangy pie-cherry and red-plum flavors. Sheer and basic Rioja with high acidity, lean fruit, a cleansing finish and a light body.",Crianza,12,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Montecillo 14,Red,Australia,"A slightly confected, slightly herbal Cab, with sweet cherry fruit that finishes tart. Still, it's nicely creamy in texture and while simple, is pleasant enough for a midweek quaff. Drink now.",,13,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Red Knot 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-knot-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Red Knot 12,Red,France,"A soft, fruity wine lacking great depth, but with attractive red berry fruits and light tannins. It is bright, juicy and ready to drink.",,17,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Soussac 2007 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-soussac-2007-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Soussac 13.7,White,US,"Likeable for its dryness and clean acidity, and elaborate buildup of orange, pineapple, pear, honey and vanilla flavors. There is a green, unripe ammonia streak mixed in.",The Climber,12,84,California,California Other,California,Clif Family 2009 The Climber Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2009-climber-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Clif Family 8,Sparkling,Australia,"Simple and fruity, this coppery-pink sparkler is semisweet but reasonably balanced and clean. The peachy aromas and flavors make it a natural with fresh fruit.",Emeri Pink Moscato,13,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Pink Moscato Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-emeri-pink-moscato-sparkling-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Informal, light and loads of fun, this rosé sparkling wine is made from the same traditional blend of grapes that go into Bardolino. The color here is bright and luminous with shades of pale pink and peach; the aroma focuses on fruit, mineral and floral tones. There's a hint of bitter almond and firmness in the mouth.",Spumante Brut Rosè,,84,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Benazzoli NV Spumante Brut Rosè (Bardolino Chiaretto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benazzoli-nv-spumante-brut-rose-red-bardolino-chiaretto/,Corvina,,Benazzoli 14,White,Chile,"Opens with a strange bouquet; there's Christmas spice, an odd funk and resiny, almost meaty aromas. The palate is acidic and short on Chardonnay character, and the flavors are of spice, banana and resin. Finishes with some lemon and clampy acidity. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva,16,84,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Tamaya ,White,US,"This is a tight, sharp, pungent Viognier, with penetrating scents of lemon oil and pine. In the mouth it is grapefruity and slightly bitter, with a perception of almond skin as it fades away.",Anna Maria,22,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Valley View 2008 Anna Maria Viognier (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2008-anna-maria-viognier-southern-applegate-valley/,Viognier,2008,Valley View 12,Dessert,Italy,Frappato is usually made as a dry red wine and Terre di Giurfo is probably the first to release a sweet expression of the grape. This ruby-colored dessert wine offers jammy aromas of strawberry and cassis and could pair with almond or pistachio cookies.,Uniku 500ml,26,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Terre di Giurfo 2009 Uniku 500ml Frappato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-giurfo-2009-uniku-500ml-italian-red-frappato-sicilia/,Frappato,2009,Terre di Giurfo 12.5,White,Spain,"Smells oily and a little burnt and acrid, with fleshy flavors of banana, melon and bitter pith. Has some verve but mostly it's an average wine with some bitterness and dry orange peel and pith. Decent but offers nothing beyond.",Hermanos Lurton,13,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,J. & F. Lurton 2009 Hermanos Lurton Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2009-hermanos-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,J. & F. Lurton 13,White,New Zealand,"Disappointing after the success of last year's version, Kato's 2009 is a lightweight Sauvignon Blanc with herbal, bell-peppery component. There's a tart stridency on the finish that will serve it well with some dishes, less so with others.",,13,84,Marlborough,,,Kato 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kato-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kato 12.5,Red,France,"An austere, stalky wine, showing its dry tannins and woody black currant flavors. It has a bitter edge to it, with its lean, dry tannins.",Château Biré,13,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Château Biré (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-chateau-bire-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse 14.5,Red,US,"Scads of freshly cracked black pepper show up in this wine, with its raspberry jam and sandalwood flavors. It's soft and simple and slightly sweet, but pretty good for the price.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2009,McManis 13.5,Rose,US,"Dark and jellied, with raspberry and vanilla flavors accompanied by zesty acidity. Rustic, but okay with cold cuts, or a chicken taco.",Grenache Mourvedre,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tercero 2009 Grenache Mourvedre Rosé (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercero-2009-grenache-mourvedre-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rosé,2009,Tercero 15.2,Red,US,"Soft and melted, lacking structure. Lacking tannins and acidity. Tastes like liquid raspberry- cherry- and chocolate -pie filling, with alcohol and an overlay of caramelized oak.",,36,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Reeves Ranch 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reeves-ranch-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Reeves Ranch 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Attractive red fruits and a good juicy character alongside soft tannins. This is an easy wine, ready to drink now.",Pèra Doce,9,84,Alentejano,,,Parras Vinhos 2008 Pèra Doce Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2008-pera-doce-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Parras Vinhos 12,Red,US,"A medium-bodied wine with lots of interesting forest moss and earth notes. The black plum and berry flavors seem underripe, resulting in a lack of concentration and presence, but the soft tannins and brambly finish are pleasant.",,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2007 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2007-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2007,Wagner 13.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of inexpensive Cabernet you can serve at big parties. It's dry and full-bodied, with simple blackberry and cherry flavors leading to a spicy finish.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips NV Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-harvest-by-rh-phillips-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Charred and smells of coffee, toasted oak, minty berry fruit and earth. The palate is quite tannic, with creamy vanilla flavors along with candied berry fruit and lemony zest. Exhibits mostly faux oak and window dressing, but for $11 it isn't bad.",Reserva,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nieto Senetiner 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This ruby-colored Lambrusco boasts soft, foamy bubbles and sweet notes of cherry and blackberry. Three qualities inherent to this wine— slight tannins, effervescence and acidity—make this the perfect pairing partner to buttery ravioli filled with ricotta cheese.",,18,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,La Battagliola 2008 Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/battagliola-2008-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2008,La Battagliola 13,White,US,"This Riesling is slightly sweet, but it's balanced by crisp acidity. The tangerine, green apple and peach flavors have a honeyed finish.",Vintner's Reserve,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Vintner's Reserve Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-vintners-reserve-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2009,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells candied and gummy, with sweet, stewy red-berry aromas along with carob. The palate is fairly full and tannic, with cooked, herbal berry flavors that carry over onto the finish, which folds in coffee and grabby tannins. Good enough but sort of stewed and candied.",,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kaiken 14,Red,Chile,"Murky and a bit sharp and herbal smelling, with a plump, chubby mouthfeel and herbal plum and raspberry flavors. Shows pretty good structure and texture on the finish, with notes of cola and berry fruit. Good as a whole.",Pionero,9,84,Rapel Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Pionero Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-pionero-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2009,Morandé ,Red,US,"Stemmy, herbal and sharp, with a peppery bite, this seems a bit underripe. There's some barrel toast from exposure to one third new French oak. It's a quaffer, best enjoyed with a meal.",One Toe Duck,16,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ancient Cellars 2008 One Toe Duck Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-cellars-2008-one-toe-duck-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ancient Cellars 13.5,White,Portugal,"Ripe pear fruit flavors go with green plums in the wine that has acidity, but does seem just too hot and heavy.",Branco,16,84,Península de Setúbal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2009 Branco White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2009-branco-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade da Comporta 13,White,US,"A pretty good Chardonnay, especially at this price. Delivers lots of bang for the buck, with ripe, honeyed flavors of pineapples, pears and buttered toast.",Proprietor's Reserve,6,84,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-proprietors-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Glen Ellen ,White,US,"Just 730 cases were made of this dry, lightly fruity offering. Melon and white peach flavors seem to be dusted with powdered sugar, though there is no sweetness in the finish, just dry flavors of wet stone. A good, every day, all-purpose white.",Quail Series,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2008 Quail Series Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2008-quail-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Covey Run 13,Red,France,"A lean, austere wine, maybe the result of the 2007 vintage. Stalky tannins push through the acidity and the tense black currant fruit. Drink now for the fresh, juicy aftertaste.",Tradition,16,84,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château les Croisille 2007 Tradition Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croisille-2007-tradition-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château les Croisille 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A bizarre blend of the hybrid Negra Mole and Trincadeira. The is soft, rather heavy in texture, rich plum flavors, lacking acidity.",Esplanada,11,84,Algarve,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Esplanada Red (Algarve),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-esplanada-red-algarve/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fun and informal bubbly with easy aromas of white flower, citrus, peach and pear. The foaming is soft and creamy and the wine adds good levels of sweetness, contrasted by freshness.",Deor,13,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cielo e Terra NV Deor (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-e-terra-nv-deor-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cielo e Terra 13,Red,France,"Rich, but edging toward rustic, with its mature leather and berry fruits, topped by dry tannins. It is firm and smoky, in a very old style.",,22,84,Bordeaux,Canon-Fronsac,,Château Tour Canon 2005 Canon-Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-canon-2005-red-canon-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Tour Canon 13,White,US,"Simple and crisp, with well-acidified and slightly sweet flavors of apricots and tangerines.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Bella Ragazza 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-ragazza-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Bella Ragazza 14.1,Red,US,"A little soft and dull. Dry and silky, it features raspberry and cola flavors.",Lot 165,18,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Cameron Hughes 2008 Lot 165 Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-lot-165-pinot-noir-los-carneros-123480/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cameron Hughes 14.6,Red,US,"A little too soft and harsh in texture, but it's nicely dry, with rich blackberry, crisp bacon, sandalwood and pepper flavors. Drink now.",,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,C.G. di Arie 2006 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2006,C.G. di Arie 11,Sparkling,Italy,The wine opens with a pretty pink color and offers simple aromas of cranberry and raspberry. Would pair with salty appetizers and fried finger foods.,Raboso Rosato Frizzante Rosé,,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze NV Raboso Rosato Frizzante Rosé Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-nv-raboso-rosato-frizzante-rose-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Bonotto delle Tezze 13.5,Red,Spain,"A rubbery, minty, jammy wine, with a mildly candied, gummy feel and sweet, modest, lightly green flavors that suggest red fruits. The finish is decent but herbal and sweet.",Viña Main,14,84,Central Spain,Vinos de Madrid,,Bodegas Orusco 2009 Viña Main Tempranillo (Vinos de Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-orusco-2009-vina-main-tempranillo-vinos-madrid/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Orusco ,Red,US,"Dry and soft. It's a good Cabernet for everyday drinking, with pleasant berry flavors and a smooth mouthfeel.",Reserve,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Castle Rock 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Castle Rock 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very simple and straightforward, this easy expression of Prosecco carries forth crisp aromas of dried grass, pressed flower, honey, peach and citrus. There's creamy foam in the mouth that would pair with mozzarella.",,25,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Castellargo NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellargo-nv-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Castellargo 11,White,Portugal,"Soft and fresh, a wine with delicious acidity, almonds and pink grapefruit flavors. A mineral edge comes through to give a vibrant aftertaste.",Azul Portugal Escolha,11,85,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Azul Portugal Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-azul-portugal-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Wines & Winemakers ,Red,US,"Light and tart, this brings cranberry and pepper flavors, which lead into a swift, sharp, tannic finish.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2006 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2006,Willow Crest 14.5,Red,US,"Good, fleshy flavors of tart cherries in this dry wine. Yet it lacks structural integrity, as it is too soft and melted. Drink now.",Artist Collection,39,85,California,Lake County,High Valley,Imagery 2006 Artist Collection Tempranillo (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2006-artist-collection-tempranillo-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Tempranillo,2006,Imagery ,Red,US,"Though it opens with a somewhat sweaty nose, once in the mouth this wine settles in to a base of black cherry fruit and earthy tannins. There are streaks of leaf and graphite, plenty of firm acids, and enough weight to out-muscle most inexpensive Merlots from California. Made with organically grown grapes.",Naked,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Naked Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-naked-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Snoqualmie 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of jammy blackberry, blueberry and cherry fruit in this dry Merlot. It's a little rough in the mouth, with pronounced acidity and some green flavors. Drink now.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Roth 2008 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2008-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2008,Roth 13,Red,US,"The Grand Vin from Water's Crest hits the nose with intense aromas of char, smoke and dark cherries, but is laced with a veil of green, vegetal notes throughout. On the palate, flavors of black coffee and rich black fruit are followed by a sweet vanilla chaser. Sturdy but supple tannins add structure and bite.",Grand Vin,25,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2007 Grand Vin Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2007-grand-vin-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Waters Crest 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A soft, juicy wine, one-dimensional but attractive in its strawberry fruits. There are pleasant tannins to give just enough weight.",Terra Grande Colheita,11,85,Alentejano,,,Parras Vinhos 2009 Terra Grande Colheita Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2009-terra-grande-colheita-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Parras Vinhos 13.8,Red,US,"Seems soft and acidic at the same time, which gives it a rustic mouthfeel. But this 100% Sangiovese is nicely dry and silky, with good flavors of cherries, pomegranates, cocoa, anise and pepper. Drink now.",O2 Series,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ortman Family 2008 O2 Series Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2008-o2-series-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2008,Ortman Family 14.9,Red,US,"This is a blend of 90% Tempranillo, with the balance of Garnacha and Graciano. It's from one of the new appellations in Lodi. Seems like there's a soft, dry, complex wine in there, with cherry and herb flavors, but too much oak weighs it down and makes it heavy.",Tres Tintos,25,85,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Odisea 2008 Tres Tintos Tempranillo (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odisea-2008-tres-tintos-tempranillo-central-valley-clements-hills/,Tempranillo,2008,Odisea 9.5,Dessert,Italy,"Packaged in a squat, medallion-shaped bottle, this fragrant Moscato Giallo offers a full bouquet of peach blossom, honey, acacia flower and jasmine. It's sweet and tangy in the mouth to the right measure and would pair with fruit salad or apricot tarts.",Giallo,20,85,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2009 Giallo Moscato Giallo (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2009-giallo-italian-white-moscato-giallo-trentino/,Moscato Giallo,2009,Gaierhof 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Pale and low on bead, but if you like a Moscato-style wine, this isn't bad at all. The palate is sweet, fleshy and smooth, with lychee and melon flavors. Lively but easy on the finish, with a final wave of lychee fruit and Malvasia-driven sweetness. Unusual but pretty good.",Spumante,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Spumante Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-spumante-sparkling-cava-122095/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13.9,White,US,"Racy and bright, with high acidity framing dry flavors of lemons, limes and grapefruits. There's a green streak of gooseberry that signals some unripeness.",Reserve,17,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2009 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2009-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Frei Brothers 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark in color and aromas. The nose starts out sulfuric and gassy, but settles on rubber and earthy black fruit. In the mouth, there's poking, prodding acidity and basic flavors of blackberry, herbal tea and leather. Grabby on the finish, with a mild acidic scour.",Ique,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Enrique Foster 2009 Ique Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-foster-2009-ique-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Enrique Foster 12.8,White,US,"One-dimensional in fruit, but clean and zesty, and likeable for its wealth of orange, Asian pear, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors. The finish is off-dry and spicy.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2009 Riesling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2009-riesling-sonoma-county/,Riesling,2009,Chateau St. Jean 14.2,White,US,"So sweet and caramelized in smoky oak, it tastes almost like a dessert wine. There might even be some leftover sugar in the wine. Yet it has brisk, refreshing acidity, and there's no denying the deliciousness of the pineapple and lemon-pie flavors.",Gold Coast Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Costa de Oro 2008 Gold Coast Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-oro-2008-gold-coast-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Costa de Oro 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Prosecco Cortenova offers some sticky aromas of honeysuckle and caramel beyond fresher nuances of citrus, peach and creamy honey. The luminous sparkler is bright and firm on the close with a sharp, citrusy fade.",,13,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cortenova NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortenova-nv-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cortenova 13.5,Red,France,"The rustic aromas are off-putting in this wine. It has a proper density but seems to have a musty character. This could blow off over time, because the fruit is here.",,,85,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Bellegrave 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellegrave-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bellegrave 13.5,White,France,"An aromatic, perfumed wine, fat, full and soft. It lacks definition, but the spicy perfumes give it an intriguing character.",Premier Vin,,85,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château la Rayre 2007 Premier Vin White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayre-2007-premier-vin-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château la Rayre 12,Red,France,"A touch of wood helps the wine's light fruit to deepen and become richer. The wine is well balanced, with fresh acidity giving a good lift.",Elevé en Fûts de Chêne,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Grand Jean 2009 Elevé en Fûts de Chêne (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2009-eleve-en-futs-chene-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand Jean ,Sparkling,Australia,"De Bortoli's Emeri line of sparkling wines are not conventional Pinot Noir-Chardonnay blends. This one is Pinot Grigio with bubbles, the usually muted aromas of the variety perked up to show grapefruit and fig notes. The wine is soft and fullish in body, with hints of fig coming through on the palate.",Emeri Sparkling,13,85,Australia Other,Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Sparkling Pinot Grigio (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-emeri-sparkling-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,,De Bortoli 13.9,White,Argentina,"Lightly tropical to begin with, then more sheering and acidic in the mouth, with high-toned, jacked-up flavors of green apple, pineapple and lemon. Quite snappy and fresh, with an aggressive but true and correct finish.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cinco Sentidos 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinco-sentidos-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Cinco Sentidos 13.5,Red,Spain,"Heavy, dark, candied and jammy, with a hint of licorice to the nose. The palate is chunky and concentrated, with meaty berry flavors and a dose of chocolate. Short on the finish, yet fruity if a bit flat.",Spada,13,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2009 Spada (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2009-spada-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Bodegas Fariña 13.5,Red,US,"Medium-bodied and supple in texture, this dark and brambly Virginian Merlot offers plenty of black fruit and warm, savory spices. Aged in a combination of American and Hungarian oak, there's a slightly reedy, wooden note and high-toned acidity on the finish.",,26,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Barrel Oak 2008 Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-oak-2008-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,2008,Barrel Oak 13.5,White,South Africa,"An interesting blend of 39% Rhine Riesling, 28% Viognier, 13% Chardonnay, 9% Chenin Blanc, 8% Sauvignon Blanc and 3% Sémillon. Tropical fruit, tangerine citrus, lychee and yellow florals fill the light mouth, followed by a lively and somewhat brisk finish.",Blanc de Mer,18,85,Western Cape,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2009 Blanc de Mer White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2009-blanc-mer-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2009,Bouchard Finlayson 13.5,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with plenty of upfront blackberry, cherry and currant flavors. The tannins are thick and furry, and the acidity is sharp through the finish. It's a rustic wine that needs big, rich fare with which to do battle.",The Prodigal Son,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Big House 2007 The Prodigal Son Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2007-prodigal-son-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Big House 14.5,Red,US,"Although this Zinfandel, Carignane and Petite Sirah blend is rustic, the price makes it a good value in a dry, full-bodied red wine. With its strong tannins and flavors of currants and black pepper, it will be nice with Mexican food.",Reds,10,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Laurel Glen 2008 Reds Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2008-reds-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2008,Laurel Glen 13.9,White,US,"A sweet Chardonnay, made in the popular style. It's rich and creamy in vanilla and buttered toast, with fruity notes of pineapple and Key lime pie.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Jargon 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jargon-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Jargon ,White,US,"Straightforward, leesy, fresh, simple Pinot Blanc, with a mix of jicama, celery and yellow apple flavors. There's a bit of cinnamon spice in the finish; this is a good, everyday sipping wine.",,15,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,High Hook 2008 Pinot Blanc (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-hook-2008-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Blanc,2008,High Hook 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"From the 2003 vintage, this sweet red wine shows well evolved aromas of candied fruit, prune, black raisin, exotic spice and barbecue wood. The wine sports tight, gritty tannins and soft, jammy sweetness on the close.",500ml,99,85,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,L'Arco 2003 500ml (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larco-2003-500ml-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,L'Arco 12.5,Red,France,"The fruit is certainly ripe here, but is really very young. It has good berry fruits and some soft tannins, relying on its juiciness to balance the fresh acidity.",Le de Lagarde,13,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Lagarde 2009 Le de Lagarde (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2009-le-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Lagarde 18.2,Dessert,US,"Very sweet in sugary blackberry jam and chocolate flavors, brightened with good acidity. Wants for greater concentration and complexity.",Syrah,28,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2007 Syrah Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2007-syrah-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2007,Krupp Brothers 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Earthy, spicy aromas are followed by a chunky wine, tasting of tough clay and limestone soils. Dark black currant fruits and layers of acidity, give an austere final flavor.",Azul Portugal,10,85,Bairrada,,,Wines & Winemakers 2006 Azul Portugal Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2006-azul-portugal-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2006,Wines & Winemakers 13,Red,US,"This medium-bodied Merlot wafts fragrantly of sweet, cooked black fruits. On the palate as well, the fruit profile is a bit the pruney side. It's a softer expression of Merlot without a lot of acidity or depth, but sturdy tannins keep things in balance.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2007 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2007-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2007,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Traminer and Chardonnay grapes, this luminous Brut sparkling wine opens with floral aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle backed by peach and yellow fruit. It's a simple but smart little wine that would pair with appetizers.",Traminer Brut,,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Bortolotti 2007 Traminer Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-2007-traminer-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Bortolotti 19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A sweet style of white Port, its nut and honey flavors dominant. It has good balance though, a delicious apéritif wine.",White,12,85,Port,,,Borges NV White (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-white-port-120453/,Port,,Borges 14.5,Red,US,"Likeable for its dryness, and the discrete balance of black currant and dried cherry fruit with earth and mineral tones. The mouthfeel is a little fierce in acidity, though.",Viva Yo,28,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bodegas Paso Robles 2006 Viva Yo Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-paso-robles-2006-viva-yo-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bodegas Paso Robles 12,Red,France,"Surprisingly lightweight for a 2009 Bordeaux , here is a fresh, red berry-flavored wine with attractive fruit and a core of firm tannins. Drink now.",Grande Cuvée,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Rolland 2009 Grande Cuvée (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-rolland-2009-grande-cuvee-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand Rolland 12,White,France,"A wine with some character, almonds and green herbs broadening out the bright and crisp acidity. This has freshness but also weight.",,11,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Grand Jean 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Grand Jean 13,Red,France,"A bright, fruity wine that has black currant juice fruit just lightly strengthened by tannins. It is crisp, with considerable acidity.",Classic,14,85,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2008 Classic Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2008-classic-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2008,Château Bouissel 13,Red,France,"Stalky in character, this has black currant fruits on a lean structure. The wood is not yet fully integrated and the wine could well flesh out in a couple of years.",,25,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Béard la Chapelle 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beard-chapelle-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Béard la Chapelle 14.3,Red,US,"A dry, somewhat harsh and rustic Cabernet. The blackberry, currant and cassis flavors are rich, yet the tannin structure is unbalanced, and there's some sharpness in the finish. Drink now.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Municipal Winemakers 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/municipal-winemakers-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Municipal Winemakers 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A hearty, red-fruited wine with soft tannins, licorice and a fresh, juicy character. This is a soft wine, attractively balanced, the warm Alentejo sunshine filling the glass.",Montaria,10,85,Alentejano,,,Parras Vinhos 2008 Montaria Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2008-montaria-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Parras Vinhos 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and tarry at first, then more red and floral as it opens. It shows snappy acidity and fresh, herbal-tasting plum, cherry and berry flavors along with some cocoa and spice. Fades fast on the finish, leaving a mild acidic burn.",Pionero,9,85,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Pionero Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-pionero-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Morandé 12.5,Red,Italy,"Badia a Coltibuono's Cancelli is an informal, well-priced and handy little wine to stock for easy meals at home with family and friends. The simple bouquet is redolent of cherry and mild spice and the mouthfeel is tonic and bright.",Cancelli,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Badia a Coltibuono 2008 Cancelli Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2008-cancelli-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Badia a Coltibuono 13,White,Chile,"Smells like green pepper, saline and green apple. The palate has a pithy feel and sweet, mildly flabby flavors of tropical and citrus fruits. Seems a touch bitter and pithy on the back palate, with lime peel controlling the finish.",Block Selection Reserve,11,85,Limarí Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Block Selection Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-block-selection-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,La Playa 13,Red,US,"Made from hand-harvested grapes, there are pleasant cherry, coffee grind and barnyard notes. Aged in French oak for 18 months, however, dark char dominates the nose and palate, along with hints of green stalks and leaves in the backdrop.",,30,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gramercy Vineyards 2007 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-2007-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Gramercy Vineyards 14.7,White,US,"A little thin in flavor, but likeable for its pleasant flavors of citrus fruits, green grass and vanilla, with a firm spine of minerality. Zesty acidity makes it finish clean.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Maddalena 13.7,Red,US,"Jammy, sweet aromas of cooked plum preserves and toasted French oak lead to a palate of dense, concentrated plum fruit and spicy, sweet cinnamon spice. Basic and a touch soft, this Merlot benefits from sturdy tannins and a balanced acidity.",Reserve,36,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2005 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2005-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Macari 12.5,Red,US,"This first label Merlot combines pleasant notes of black coffee and plush red plum with savory aromas of dried mushrooms, spices and a hint of tomatoes. Gripping tannins and glimpses of underripe fruit and green stalks throughout make this wine a tad clunky and disjointed.",First Label Estate Bottled,35,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2005 First Label Estate Bottled Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2005-first-label-estate-bottled-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Raphael ,Red,Argentina,"Opens with minty aromas, molasses, prune, fern and chocolate. The mouth is round but tannic, with mouthfilling, heavy flavors of stewed black fruits, herbs and earth. A solid wine but it's short on brightness and seems kind of stocky and baked.",Reserva,18,85,Other,Argentina,,Staphyle 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staphyle-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Staphyle 14.1,White,US,"Dry and crisp, with pure citrus flavors of Meyer lemon, lime and pink grapefruit. The acidity is strong and mouthwatering. There's also a potent note of unripe ammonia.",Shone Farm Vineyard,26,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Signaterra Benziger 2009 Shone Farm Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-benziger-2009-shone-farm-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Signaterra Benziger 14.3,Red,US,"A bit harsh and rustic in the mouth, with tart acidity and thin cherry, cola and spice flavors. Nonetheless, it's nicely dry and clean.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2008 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ventana 13.5,Red,Spain,"Light on the nose, with dilute red-berry aromas and mild leathery, cheesy notes. The palate is kind of raw and lean, with tangy, crisp flavors of pie cherry and raspberry. Dry, peppery, snappy wine, with definitive crispness.",Crianza,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vaza 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaza-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Vaza 13.5,Red,US,"A good Pinot, but not without its faults. It's nicely dry and has a lovely, silky texture, making it feel light and airy in the mouth. The raspberry, cherry, orange zest and cola flavors testify to the wine's cool-climate origins. The main problem is sharp acidity, which is hard to ignore.",,38,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Toretti's 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torettis-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Toretti's 12.5,White,New Zealand,"From the folks at Spy Valley, this is a sweaty, pungent rendition of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, laden with hints of tomato leaf and herbs. Drink up.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Satellite 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/satellite-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Satellite 12.5,Red,France,"Austerely tannic, showing black currant crispness, a green herbal character and smokiness. This is always going to be lean and tight, but will work with rich food.",,,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Tourteran 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tourteran-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Tourteran 13.5,White,US,"Made in the modern style of oaky softness and jammy ripe fruit. Shows appealing pineapple, pear, buttered toast and vanilla cream flavors, with just enough acidity for balance.",Foggy Oaks,20,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2008 Foggy Oaks Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2008-foggy-oaks-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dry Creek Vineyard 12,Rose,Portugal,"Fresh and fruity, with attractive pink coloring, this light rosé has raspberry flavors, a touch of sweetness and caramel. It finishes bright and crisp.",Portada,7,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Portada Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-portada-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2009,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Attractive spicy wine from Setúbal region's signature grape. Ginger, berries and light wood work well together to give richness without weight.",Pedras do Monte,8,85,Península de Setúbal,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Pedras do Monte Castelão (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-pedras-monte-portuguese-red-castelao-peninsula-setubal/,Castelão,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Bordeaux varieties with Syrah is dry and rustic. It's very ripe in blackberries, with a shriveled raisin taste that veers into Port. Drink now.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,De Tomas 2007 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomas-2007-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,De Tomas ,Red,France,"The wine shows bitter fruits, a layer of dry tannins as well as attractive acidity. It has a touch of spice over the juicy, fruity aftertaste.",Château du Grand Vernay,,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Château du Grand Vernay (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-chateau-grand-vernay-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"The Vinho Verde rosé style takes advantage of the high acidity of the red grapes in the region. Casa do Valle's rosé is bone dry, with an intense level of acidity, raspberry juice, crisp and fresh.",,10,85,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2009 Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2009-rose-vinho-verde-121122/,Rosé,2009,Casa do Valle 13,Red,Chile,"Mocha and creamy baked-berry aromas give it a soupy, chunky start, while the palate is rich and meaty for a $10 kosher wine. Flavors run sweet and syrupy, and a touch herbal, while the finish is full and chewy. Not exact but still a pretty good wine for the price.",Kosher,10,85,Central Valley,,,Terra Vega 2009 Kosher Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-vega-2009-kosher-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2009,Terra Vega 14,Red,Portugal,"Spicy fresh berry fruit, with a great burst of ripe plum juice, along with acidity. This is rich, although easy and medium-bodied. Drink now.",,14,85,Alentejano,,,Vale da Mina 2008 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-mina-2008-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Vale da Mina 13.5,Red,France,"Firmly tannic wine that has a tight, overextracted structure. The fruit is firmly suppressed by the tannic edifice, and at four years old should be more in balance.",Le Charmois Premier Cru,,85,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Michel Picard 2006 Le Charmois Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2006-le-charmois-premier-cru-saint-aubin-122241/,Pinot Noir,2006,Michel Picard 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, licorice and leather on the nose lead to a tannic, firm palate with stretched dark plum and black cherry flavors. There's vibrancy and juiciness to the wine, with a firm finish that introduces chocolate. Highly regular, with nothing glaring or wrong.",Estate,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medrano 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medrano-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Medrano 13,Sparkling,Austria,"A soft, creamy rosé sparkler, made by the traditional method, giving a light mousse, with suggestions of strawberries and a gentle, lightly acid aftertaste.",Rosé Brut Grand Cru,,85,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Szigeti NV Rosé Brut Grand Cru Red (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/szigeti-nv-rose-brut-grand-cru-red-blend-austrian-osterreichischer-sekt/,Austrian Red Blend,,Szigeti ,White,US,"Quite dry and tasting more of skin than fruit, this has a bitter, alcoholic edge to it. The fruit hints at banana and light tropical.",,24,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Seven of Hearts 2009 Roussanne (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2009-roussanne-other-columbia-valley-or/,Roussanne,2009,Seven of Hearts 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This newly released Prosecco offers cheerful aromas of hay, white flower and peach backed by crisp effervescence. The wine is fresh, clean and shows the best qualities of this unique Italian sparkling wine.",,12,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Pizzolato NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-nv-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Pizzolato 14,Red,US,"This Rhône blend is dry, fruity and pleasurable now. It has earthy flavors of herbs, cherries, beef jerky and white pepper, wrapped into a light, silky texture.",Cashmere,21,85,California,California Other,California,Cline 2009 Cashmere Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2009-cashmere-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Cline 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a simple, grassy expression that is loaded tight with herbs, stone fruit, honey and cantaloupe. It tastes simple and clean and offers good crispness on the close.",Asolo Millesimato Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cirotto 2009 Asolo Millesimato Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cirotto-2009-asolo-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2009,Cirotto 12.5,Red,Austria,"A simple, soft, juicy red wine, full of ripe berry fruits. Delicious now; try it with barbecue. Juice and spice in a bottle. Screw cap.",Red,,85,Austria,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2008 Red Red (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2008-red-red-blend-austrian/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts off slightly flinty on the nose, then delivers restrained grapefruit flavors on the palate, tinged with green peas. Medium-bodied, with a short finish; drink it over the next couple of months.",,11,85,Marlborough,,,Silver Beach 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-beach-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Silver Beach 13,Red,US,"Attractive characteristics of charred French oak, ripe black cherries, coffee and spice linger on the nose and palates, but are chased by a green vein of underripe fruit and leaves. Gripping tannins drive the finish to a dusty, dark end note.",,20,85,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2007 Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2007-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,2007,Wölffer 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc smells like fruit cocktail, and the flavors that follow are pleasantly reminiscent of guava, but slightly one-dimensional. Finishes soft.",,18,85,Marlborough,,,Konrad 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konrad-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Konrad 14.1,White,US,"Rich flavors of peaches, pears, buttercream and toast appear in this dry Chardonnay, which shows no signs of tiredness, although many 2007s do. The chief problem is excessive softness. It lacks balancing acidity and brightness.",Los Chamizal Vineyards,35,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hopper Creek 2007 Los Chamizal Vineyards Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2007-los-chamizal-vineyards-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Hopper Creek 14.5,Red,Australia,"Cherry fruit and peppery spice mark the aromas of this effort, which features a surprisingly light feel in the mouth despite ample (14.5%) alcohol. The flavors are red fruit rather than cassis, with hints of brown sugar and baking spices in support. Probably best over the next few years.",The High Trellis,19,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The High Trellis Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-high-trellis-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,D'Arenberg 13,Red,France,"On the austere side, the tannins dry and firm. The fruit flavors echo the severe character, with red currant flavors and a slight vegetal edge.",,25,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Tour Saint-Joseph 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-saint-joseph-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Tour Saint-Joseph 14,Red,US,"A flamboyantly rich red wine, brimming with ripe cherry, blackberry, raspberry, red currant, cola, bacon, cocoa and licorice flavors. The tannins are soft and gentle but firm. The main problem is an excessive sharpness that seems artificial. Drink now.",Reserve,25,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2007 Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2007-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,EOS 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A wine that starts almost too soft, the structure only slowly coming through. The fruit is pleasant, wood and bitter chocolate, tobacco and spice, but the wine lacks definition.",Montaria Reserva,14,85,Alentejano,,,Parras Vinhos 2008 Montaria Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2008-montaria-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Parras Vinhos 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A soft, medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc, the 2010 Overstone features ripe fruit flavors that skirt melon and fig before heading into guava, with just enough citrus to help balance the ledger.",,11,85,Marlborough,,,Overstone 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/overstone-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Overstone 12.5,Red,France,Heavy bottles and heavy extract seem to go together; proving the point is this wine. Heavy toast dominates the berry fruit. The normal wine from Cheval Noir is much more attractive.,Château Cheval Noir Le Fer,40,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Château Cheval Noir Le Fer (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-chateau-cheval-noir-le-fer-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse 14,Red,Chile,"A touch sharp and edgy, but still sound enough with its full berry, smoke and rubbery aromas. The palate has a moderately fresh feel along with herbal, snappy flavors of red plum, cherry and pepper. Spicy and dry on the finish.",Reserva,9,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2009 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2009-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2009,Luis Felipe Edwards 14.4,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is soft and somewhat sweet, with jammy blackberry, cherry and currant flavors accented with oak and tannins. It seems at its best now.",Mirepoix,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fernwood 2007 Mirepoix Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernwood-2007-mirepoix-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Fernwood 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very informal and easygoing red table wine that would taste great with pizza. It opens with a bright ruby color and shows aromas of cherry, raspberry and toasted almond.",VYD,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bellini 2008 VYD Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2008-vyd-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Bellini 12,Red,France,"The partner to Copains d'Abord, this wine sports a label of women having a good time at a party. The wine suits the image: fresh, fruity and juicy.",Les Copines Aussi,11,85,France Other,Vin de Table Francais,,Domaine des Sablonnettes 2008 Les Copines Aussi Gamay (Vin de Table Francais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sablonnettes-2008-copines-aussi-gamay-vin-table-francais/,Gamay,2008,Domaine des Sablonnettes ,White,France,"There's not a ton of intensity to the bouquet of this wine, but some serious sniffing can coax out suggestions of red apple and white florals. The mouth offers a bit more by way of full, juicy cantaloupe and grapefruit supreme flavors. Fresh and easy; drink now.",Domaine Lugel,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2009 Domaine Lugel White (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2009-domaine-lugel-white-vin-pays-doc/,White Blend,2009,Domaines Paul Mas 12.7,Sparkling,Argentina,"Flowery and fresh on the nose, with lemon-lime aromas. The palate is smooth, not too demanding or rough, and tastes of papaya and green banana. It's a dry sparkler with not too much flavor, but it's honest, with a good bouquet and feel to it.",Sparkling Chardonnay,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma Negra 2009 Sparkling Chardonnay Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-negra-2009-sparkling-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Alma Negra 13.5,Red,Spain,"Bold, forward and extracted red wine, with raspberry, earth, compost and a light leafiness to the nose. Tannic and tight, with plum and heavy, ripe berry flavors. Toasty and dark on the finish too, with power and freshness.",Tinto,12,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alidis 2009 Tinto (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alidis-2009-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Alidis 14.5,Red,US,"This Zin seems to have lots of hot-climate fruit, for it's very soft in structure and very ripe. With pleasant raspberry, red currant and black pepper flavors, it's a little simple, but clean and easy to drink.",Old Vine,11,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Bogle 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah and Grenache is soft and melted, with green peppercorn flavors along with riper cherries, chocolate and rhubarb. Ready to drink now.",Syrache,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ampelos 2007 Syrache Syrah-Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2007-syrache-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah-Grenache,2007,Ampelos 13.5,White,Portugal,"Spicy wine, with Moscatel giving an attractive lychee edge to the fresh apple skins and citrus. Lively final acidity.",Serras de Azeitão Branco,10,85,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 Serras de Azeitão Branco White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-serras-azeitao-branco-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good for a Cabernet, with rich blackberry and cherry flavors and a rich overlay of smoky oak. Loses steam with some overripe raisins and an overly soft texture. Drink now.",Estate,50,85,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Astrale e Terra 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrale-e-terra-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Astrale e Terra 13.9,Red,US,"A pretty good Pinot that shows an introductory level of quality at a decent price. Dry and silky, it has some nice cherry, cola and spice flavors.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Angeline 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Angeline 13,Red,France,"Dusty and nuanced with soft aromas of cocoa, dried raspberry and cherry, reminiscent of a chocolate cherry latte from Starbucks. Light weight in the mouth with approachable tannins and a clean, dry finish. Drink now.",,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Comte Devaugelas 2007 Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-comte-devaugelas-2007-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Comte Devaugelas 13,Sparkling,US,"Good flavors of citrus, peach, spice and toast in this classic blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. It's dry, but rough in the mouth, with a scoury finish.",Brut Classic,22,85,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Brut Classic Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-brut-classic-sparkling-california-123033/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.5,White,Chile,"Light in aromas, with hints of Barlett pear, vanilla and stone. The palate is tangy and citric, with lemon-lime and green apple flavors. Turns more astringent and tart the more you get to know it, so chill it down and drink it soon for best results.",Limited Edition,16,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Catrala 2009 Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catrala-2009-limited-edition-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Catrala 13,White,US,"A little thin, but a really nice wine. Likeable for its upfront acidity and minerality, and flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, green apples and honey. The slightly sweet finish makes it a nice partner for Chinese and Vietnamese fare.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2009 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2009,Castle Rock 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Leafy and herbal, with green tomato and pineapple flavors that mesh surprisingly well. It's medium-bodied, with a slight tang on the finish.",,10,85,Marlborough,,,Zeal 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeal-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Zeal 12.5,White,Italy,"The wine is crisp, easy and keeps the palate refreshed. Light and fresh, this luminous Vermentino would pair with rucola and tomato bruschetta or mixed seafood appetizers.",,15,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2008 Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2008-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2008,Villa Poggio Salvi 13,Red,France,"Fresh, fruity juicy wine, deliciously light and ready to drink. Lovers of Beaujolais would also appreciate this soft, flavorful, easy wine.",Merlot Cabernet,12,85,Southwest France,Buzet,,Vignerons de Buzet 2007 Merlot Cabernet Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buzet-2007-merlot-cabernet-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Vignerons de Buzet 13.5,Red,Chile,"A fuller, more California style of Pinot with reduced black cherry and cough drop aromas followed by a medium-round palate with sweet cherry, chocolate and herbal flavors. It's hefty but not fat or flabby, with cola and medicinal aftertastes.",Reserva,13,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ventisquero 14.9,Red,US,"Soft and rather jammy sweet, this Zin has fruit-forward flavors of cherries and raspberries, with plenty of white pepper and baking spices. Drink now.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Windsor Sonoma ,Red,US,"This is estate-grown, Merlot, estate grown, with a fragrant and spicy nose. The herbaceousness is reminiscent of Carmenère, and it continues into a somewhat green mid-palate. Best paired with a grilled steak or burger, so the tannins and acids have some fat to cut through.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2007 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2007,Willow Crest 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a perfect option for those looking for an informal, easy expression of Prosecco. The sparkling wine opens with floral and fruity notes of rose and apricot and there's a slightly heavier note of butterscotch or caramel at the back.",Extra Dry,14,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Italo Cescon NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/italo-cescon-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Italo Cescon 14,Red,US,"Heavy for a Pinot Noir, it's almost unrecognizable. While it is a nice, rustic red wine, dry and spicy, with lots of berry fruit, it's just not particularly Pinot-esque.",,42,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inocencio 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inocencio-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Inocencio 14,White,South Africa,"This blend of 54% Viognier, 40% Grenache Blanc and 6% Roussanne is a playful but very enjoyable wine. Green apple, lime, melon and hints of tropical fruit fill the medium weight mouth. A great match for hearty chicken or steak fish dishes.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2009 White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2009-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2009,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 13.5,Red,US,"Very dry and a little bitter. Try with grilled meats or chicken, as a little protein fat will soften the tannins and make the wine taste sweeter in berries and cherries than it really is.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Greystone Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greystone-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Greystone Cellars 13,White,US,"This off-dry Riesling offers plenty of concentrated apple juice flavors accented by a dash of lemon and savory apple pie spice. There's a hint of petrol throughout that adds a layer of depth, but overall, it's simple and easy drinking.",Semi-Dry,14,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Hunt Country Vineyards 14.7,Red,US,"Too acidic, even for Petite Sirah, and the acidity compounds the tannins, making for a harsh mouthfeel. There are lovely berry and coffee flavors and a spicy, dry finish.",Jonquil Vineyard,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hopper Creek 2006 Jonquil Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2006-jonquil-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Hopper Creek 13.5,Red,Australia,"Herbal and lean, with hints of sweet charred oak and tart cherries that combine to yield a slightly confected impression on the palate. Drink now.",Yellow Label,13,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2008 Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2008-yellow-label-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Wolf Blass 14.5,Red,Chile,"Rusty and transparent in color, with aromas of inner tube, burnt leaves and tomato. The palate is angular and just round enough to avoid being outright sharp, and the flavors lean toward tomato and brown sugar. High on acidity but low on fruit.",Pionero,9,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Pionero Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-pionero-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Morandé 13,Red,France,"Indulgent wood and high toast flavors swamp the fruit here. The result is a wine that is lean, hard-edged and without the weight to develop.",,15,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Larroque 2006 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larroque-2006-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Larroque 13.1,White,Argentina,"Yellow in color, with oxidized aromas along with a hint of lemon and butterscotch. The palate is heavy while the flavors are bland and suggest bitterness. Does not show this grape in a very positive light.",,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Santa Maria 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santa-maria-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Viña Santa Maria 13.7,Red,US,"An extraordinary Cabernet that stands out even in this great vintage, and among its Rutherford peers. Quite dry and tannic in youth, it shows an astringency that strongly suggests the cellar. Underneath are powerhouse flavors of blackberries, black and red cherries, spices, tea and cedar. Really defines balance and elegance in a Napa Cabernet. Decant if you drink it now, but it should develop for years to come.",,42,96,California,Napa,Rutherford,Long Meadow Ranch 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Long Meadow Ranch ,Red,Italy,"Azelia's San Rocco Barolo is a stupendous wine with impressive intensity and generous aromas of wild berries, licorice, white truffle, menthol, spice, tar and leather. The tannins are firm and polished and the wine fades slowly leaving a pretty vanilla aftertaste. Hold until 2018. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",San Rocco,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Azelia 2006 San Rocco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azelia-2006-san-rocco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Azelia 14.1,Red,US,"The best things about this Merlot are its extreme dryness, tannin integrity and relative austerity. It's a pleasure to drink a Merlot that's not a fruit bomb. That doesn't mean you won't find complex flavors of blackberries and currants. You will. It means that this extraordinary Merlot is pushing the envelope on what California, and Napa Valley in particular, is able to achieve in making Merlot along classically structured lines.",Estate,50,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage Ranch 2007 Estate Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2007-estate-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,2007,White Cottage Ranch 14.5,Red,US,"A tremendous wine that easily held its own against Napa Cabs and blends, and a worthy followup to the wonderful 2006. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the wine is extraordinarily rich and balanced and refined, showing Paso softness, but no absence of complexity. Really impresses for the depth and range of berries, currants, licorice, mocha, herbs, spices and oak. Now–2015.",Isosceles Reserve,95,94,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2007 Isosceles Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2007-isosceles-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Justin 12,Sparkling,France,"With its minimum of six years' bottle aging, this is a beautifully integrated, mature wine. It has a wonderful toast character, layered over sliced pears and ripe acidity. With its complex poise between lightness and richness, this remains an intensely impressive wine.",Grande Cuvée Brut,180,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Grande Cuvée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-champagne-122534/,Champagne Blend,,Krug ,Red,Italy,"Le Vigne is an evolved and elegant wine with dark fruit backed by smoke, spice and toasted nut. It's a full, ripe, plump and linear wine with a dense, succulent close and sophisticated accents of mineral and cola on the long, long finish. Overall, this Barolo is beautiful and special.",Le Vigne,155,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luciano Sandrone 2006 Le Vigne (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciano-sandrone-2006-le-vigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Luciano Sandrone ,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely wine with a generous disposition and intense aromas of forest fruit, nutmeg, clove, anise seed and licorice. In the mouth, it boasts a broad, round feel with a long, velvety finish. Pair this wine with thin slices of grilled steak topped with porcini mushrooms.",,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Alessandria 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-alessandria-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianfranco Alessandria ,Red,Italy,"Ugo Lequio offers one of the best expressions of Nebbiolo from the Gallina cru. His beautiful Barbaresco from Neive delivers impressive extraction and aromatic intensity. The wine is rich and opulent with aromas of spice, wild berry, red rose, licorice and a touch of white truffle. The mouthfeel is smooth, elegant and the finish is long.",Gallina,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ugo Lequio 2007 Gallina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ugo-lequio-2007-gallina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ugo Lequio ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the La Serra vineyard in La Morra really hits all the right marks. The wine is rich, complex and enticing with aromas of cherry, mesquite, herbs, tar, earth and cassis. It's elegant and traditional with a bright tonic finish. What's really nice is that the wine is not too big. It's just right.",La Serra,50,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Agostino Bosco 2006 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-bosco-2006-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Agostino Bosco ,Red,Italy,"Boroli is a young and dynamic winery to watch. This Barolo from the gorgeous Cerequio cru is ripe with traditional aromas of wild berry, leather, soft spice and white truffle. Extra character is added by slightly oddball aromas of carrot and smoked ham that work overall to the wine's favor. Drink after 2015.",Cerequio,80,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Boroli 2006 Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boroli-2006-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Boroli ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Bricco delle Viole is a lush and generous wine with a bright ruby color and attractively intense aromas of cherry, wild berry, nutmeg, clove, powdered licorice and root beer. The oak influence is still obvious at this early stage, but will no doubt integrate with time. The mouthfeel is exceedingly soft, smooth and velvety. You don't need to wait too many years before uncorking this bottle.",Bricco delle Viole,75,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,G D Vajra 2006 Bricco delle Viole (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-d-vajra-2006-bricco-delle-viole-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,G D Vajra 14.6,Red,US,"Here's a powerful Cabernet Sauvignon, ripe and opulent, offering summer blackberry, sour cherry candy, currant, dried herb and rose petal aromas and flavors. The addition of 21% Merlot brings a candied softness, but it's still pretty tannic, and wants 4–5 years in the cellar.",Estate,55,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sullivan 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sullivan-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sullivan ,Red,Italy,"Fully loaded and packed tight, this rich Barbaresco ushers forth aromas of ripe cherry, wet earth, smoked bacon, black stone and licorice. There's a strong spice element as well and the wine tastes thick and ripe in the mouth with firm, finely textured tannins.",San Cristoforo,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Elio Filippino 2007 San Cristoforo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-filippino-2007-san-cristoforo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Elio Filippino ,Red,Italy,"Here's a vineyard-designate Barolo Riserva with pristine aromas of cherry, wild berry, smoke, tar, licorice and leather. The streamlined mouthfeel is polished yet firm, and the wine offers a long fade of cherry and spice flavors.",Bricco Boschis Riserva Vigna San Giuseppe,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2004 Bricco Boschis Riserva Vigna San Giuseppe (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2004-bricco-boschis-riserva-vigna-san-giuseppe-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Cavallotto ,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine that begs a pairing with a truffle dish: black truffle Cornish hen or creamy risotto with white truffle flakes would do the trick. Cannubi San Lorenzo's aromas include spice, cherry, cola, white licorice, white mushroom and smoked ham. This is a beautiful wine with a firm, determined but elegant finish.",Cannubi San Lorenzo,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavalier Bartolomeo 2006 Cannubi San Lorenzo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalier-bartolomeo-2006-cannubi-san-lorenzo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cavalier Bartolomeo ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Bricco Rocca still needs a few more years in the cellar to allow for full integrations of its spice, fruit, tobacco and mineral components. This beautiful wine is ripe with potential and the mouthfeel is plush and velvety with a wonderful fade of smoke and black fruit. Drink after 2018.",Bricco Rocca,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Ballarin 2006 Bricco Rocca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2006-bricco-rocca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Ballarin ,Red,Italy,"Cascina Adelaide consistently offers a modern (ie: plump, ripe, dense) taste profile on its important wines. Even this expression from the Cannubi cru, a vineyard noted for the elegant and ethereal nature of its wines, delivers a bolder, bigger style. Aromas include roasted espresso bean, blackberry and polished black stone.",Cannubi,82,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2006 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2006-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Adelaide ,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barolo that lives up to its “riserva” status thanks to aged aromas of old spice, leather, black mineral, root beer, tar and menthol-like intensity. There are some earthy, dusty tones on the finish and the wine imparts firm, ripe tannins in the mouth. Riservas are usually aged one more year than base Barolos.",Preve Riserva,125,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2004 Preve Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2004-preve-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Gianni Gagliardo 14.5,Dessert,Austria,"Both crisp and rich, a magical combination with beautiful acidity, light currants, the whole wine infused with honey. The final acidity leaves a long-lasting aftertaste.",Eiswein 375ml,35,92,Niederösterreich,,,Norbert Bauer 2008 Eiswein 375ml Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norbert-bauer-2008-eiswein-375ml-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Norbert Bauer 14.6,Red,US,"The word inky must have been invented for this pure Cabernet Franc, sourced from the Weinbau vineyard (the label is misprinted). In the world of Cabernet Franc, many are called, and few are chosen. This is one of the chosen. Dense, tightly threaded with smoke, earth, black olive, black cherry, cassis and mocha scents and flavors, this nonetheless drinks smoothly. The tannin management is superb, softening up the hard edges without stripping the wine of flavor.",,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Nefarious 2008 Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Nefarious 14,Red,Italy,"The prized Cannubi cru offers fruit that is interpreted by some of the finest winemakers in northern Italy. This expression from the dynamic Damilano winery is characterized by tight tannins, power, personality and ripe berry flavors. Pair this Barolo with risotto topped with thinly shaved truffles.",Cannubi,76,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2006 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2006-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Damilano ,Red,Italy,"Mario Battaglio offers a truly fantastic expression of Nebbiolo from the hot 2007 vintage that is packed tight with intensity and larger than life aromatic opulence. In a surprise twist, the wine also boasts a feminine side thanks to delicate aromas of wild flowers, licorice and light graphite or mineral shadings.",,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Battaglio 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/battaglio-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Battaglio ,Red,Italy,"Here's a very attractive and seductive Barolo with chiseled mineral tones that really help the wine stand out in a crowd. Layers of graphite and slate give purity, linearity and clarity to this austere and elegant expression. Earthy tones, as well as forest berry flavors, appear on the long finish.",Costa di Bussia,50,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta Arnulfo 2006 Costa di Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arnulfo-2006-costa-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Tenuta Arnulfo ,Red,US,"Young and oaky now, with toast, vanilla and woodspice aromas and flavors that tend to dominate the underlying cherry, cranberry and raspberry fruit. Feels fat and sweetly opulent, with smooth, fine tannins. Should develop gradually over the next decade.",Perspective,80,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Tres Sabores 2007 Perspective Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2007-perspective-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tres Sabores ,Red,US,"Textbook Rutherford Cab. It's forward and lush now in ripe black and red cherry pie and dusty spice flavors, with oak adding caramel, smoke and buttered toast notes. Feels opulent and fat and just plain good. Should continue to evolve in the bottle for years.",,45,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rutherford Grove 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-grove-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rutherford Grove 13.5,Red,Italy,"The Martinenga cru selection of Barbaresco offers beautiful complexity and elegance with firm tones of red berry fruit, cassis, white truffle, cola and lingering aromas of exotic spice. Thanks to its freshness and fine tannins, this wine will easily age five to ten more years.",Martinenga,50,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2006 Martinenga (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2006-martinenga-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14.5,Red,Italy,"Founded in 1986, Tenuta Rocca is a hilltop property in Monforte d'Alba that overlooks some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Langhe. This wonderful Barolo opens with sweet smells of candle wax, nutmeg, ginger, chocolate and bright red fruit. The wine imparts a squeaky clean, polished feel in the mouth.",,48,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta Rocca 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Tenuta Rocca 14.1,Red,US,"A beautifully accessible wine, polished, pretty and likeable now for its gentle texture and silky tannins. The sweet cherry and raspberry fruit is encircled with a coat of fancy smoked oak. Made from 100% Cabernet, the wine is balanced enough to gain bottle complexity for a decade.",,48,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sawyer 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a lean, elegantly structured manner, with modulated coffee, violet and mineral notes to the sour cherry candy fruit. Quite tannic, too, with a zesty bite of acidity. A bit austere and shut down now, and should slowly develop bottle softness and complexity after 2013.",Auberge Road,75,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Lieff 2007 Auberge Road Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieff-2007-auberge-road-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lieff 14.5,Red,US,"Tart and leafy, this is still resolving into a fully integrated wine. It already shows balance and depth, with a mix of plum, fig, black cherry and cassis fruit, a streak of sweet chocolate and hints of baking spice. From a great vintage, this has the balance and stuffing to age, but if you can't keep your hands off it, decant.",Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Perigee,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2007 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Perigee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2007-seven-hills-vineyard-estate-perigee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,L'Ecole No. 41 13,Red,Austria,"Firm and structured, packed with ripe berry fruits, a touch of pepper and firm, solid tannins. The delicious fruit is sustained by acidity, and a dry, elegant structure.",Altenberg,60,92,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2007 Altenberg Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2007-altenberg-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Judith Beck ,Red,Italy,"A relative newcomer, Massimo Rattalino makes an impressive debut with this tasty Barbaresco. The wine is beautifully tonic with vibrant tones of rose, pressed flower, wild berries, almond skin, cinnamon and new leather. Those bright aromas are surrounded by drying graphite nuances, bright acidity and polished tannins.",Quarantadue42,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rattalino 2007 Quarantadue42 (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rattalino-2007-quarantadue42-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rattalino ,Red,Italy,"Here's a nicely concentrated Barbaresco with distinct notes of tar, leather, asphalt and spice backed by softer notes of berry fruit, plum and prune. There's immense personality and power here with drying tannins and plump fruit on the close.",Ad Altiora,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Michele Taliano 2007 Ad Altiora (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-taliano-2007-ad-altiora-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Michele Taliano ,Red,Italy,"Named after the winery's founder, Francesco Costamagna, Bricco Francesco is a ripe and juicy Barolo with pulpy fruit and intense aromas of cherry, tobacco, strawberry and cola. There's a bit of vanilla and sweet spice as well and the wine is generously textured with smooth tannins.",Bricco Francesco,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocche Costamagna 2006 Bricco Francesco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2006-bricco-francesco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rocche Costamagna ,Red,Italy,"Sure this Barolo is slightly on the ripe side with mature fruit notes of strawberry and raspberry aromas. But it also offers elegance and complexity with supporting notes of coffee, espresso and spice. A long finish and drying tannins close the deal.",,40,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Piazzo Armando 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Piazzo Armando ,Sparkling,France,"A soft, ripe Champagne, as befits the year. Attractive apples, spice and toast go beautifully with sweet acidity. It is developing richness and weight, although not likely to age over many years.",Brut Millesimé,69,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 2000 Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-2000-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Laurent-Perrier 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Intense acidity, with the sweetness held in check by a bright, crisp character. Rich honey is balanced by an exquisite freshness, lightly perfumed, so clean and clear in final taste.",Eiswein 375ml,40,92,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2008 Eiswein 375ml Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2008-eiswein-375ml-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2008,Zull 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Very rich in texture while also balanced, this is a wine that shows extreme concentration—honey, yellow fruits and final sugar all wrapped in lively acidity.",Beerenauslese 375ml,40,92,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2006 Beerenauslese 375ml Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2006-beerenauslese-375ml-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2006,Zull 14,White,Austria,"From slate and limestone vineyards, this is an intense wine, full of tropical fruit flavors, spice, toast and hints of ginger. The wine rolls richly around the mouth, a gorgeous, opulent texture.",Tatschler,,92,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2008 Tatschler Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2008-tatschler-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Kollwentz 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a balanced wine, moving easily between rich fruit and a tight mineral and grapefruit texture. There is a hint of toast to give extra weight. Worth aging for several years.",Millésime Exception Brut,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier 2002 Millésime Exception Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-2002-millesime-exception-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Drappier 12,Sparkling,France,"With 14 years age, this Champagne shows plenty of beautifully mature fruit. At the same time, its petrol and toast aromas and flavors are balanced by soft richness, a rounded citric and pear flavor and a gentle, ripe aftertaste.",Carte d'Or Brut 1.5 liters,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier 1995 Carte d'Or Brut 1.5 liters (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-1995-carte-dor-brut-15-liters-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Drappier ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo exhibits sweet aromas of berry fruit, Christmas spice and vanilla. It's a bold, confident wine with a smooth but firm quality in the mouth that hits all the right marks. Pair this Barolo with marinated lamb and dried fig jelly.",Camilla,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Grimaldi Bruna 2006 Camilla (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grimaldi-bruna-2006-camilla-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Grimaldi Bruna 14.4,Red,US,"Earns a high score for sheer richness and decadance. Huge in blackberry, blueberry, cassis, dark chocolate, bacon, pepper and oak flavors, wrapped into big, velvety tannins. Impresses for its size, but is totally dry, and retains balance and elegance. Now–2015.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Falcone 2008 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Falcone ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo with the vocally challenging name Pichemej reveals a dark and moody side that is reinforced by aromas of black fruit, plum, pressed rose, tar and asphalt. There's a textured, earthy quality here followed by firmly drying tannins. Pair this wine with tender beef ribs.",Pichemej,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gian Piero Marrone 2006 Pichemej (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gian-piero-marrone-2006-pichemej-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gian Piero Marrone ,Red,Italy,"Very different from the Bricco delle Viole cru expression from the same producer, this wine offers bold, ripe fruit with lingering tones of red cherry, leather, charcoal and campfire. The fruit is thick and succulent and the finish offers sweet, succulent spice flavors. Multiple U.S. importers.",Luigi Baudana Cerretta,85,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,G D Vajra 2006 Luigi Baudana Cerretta (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-d-vajra-2006-luigi-baudana-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,G D Vajra ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Gramolere offers an attractive window onto the Nebbiolo grape with peek views at its inherent complexity and elegance. The wine opens with a ruby-garnet color and offers aromas of wild berry, white cherry, tar, licorice, hazelnut and ginger.",Gramolere,82,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Alessandria 2006 Gramolere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-alessandria-2006-gramolere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Fratelli Alessandria ,Red,Italy,There's a beautifully delicate nature to this wine that is evident in its pristine floral aromas and its feminine notes of raspberry and wild berry. Hints of smoke and tar appear at the end and the wine is tight and firm in the mouth. Don't worry about longevity; there's enough pulp and structure to guarantee a long aging future ahead.,Sistaglia,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Deltetto 2006 Sistaglia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deltetto-2006-sistaglia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Deltetto 15,Red,Italy,"Monsordo is an innovative concept and is a premier example of a modern, international wine with unmistakable roots in Piedmont. Fruit used here includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Nebbiolo and the overall effect it that of harmony and power. The wine is packed tight with red fruit, spice and tobacco and its texture is smooth, dense and rich. Very nice.",Monsordo,38,92,Piedmont,Langhe,,Ceretto 2007 Monsordo Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2007-monsordo-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2007,Ceretto 14.5,Red,US,"No winery in California has explored this French variety more than Cambiata, and with the '06, they've produced another interesting wine. It has weight and body and tannins, with wild black and red berry, currant, cherry liqueur, Provençal herb, tobacco and roasted meat flavors that finish with sweetness, although the wine is totally dry.",,28,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cambiata 2006 Tannat (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambiata-2006-other-red-tannat-central-coast-monterey/,Tannat,2006,Cambiata ,Red,Italy,"Bruno Rocca releases yet another beautiful Barbaresco. In the 2007, the wine delivers a hearty, genuine feel that is reflected in aromas of black fruit, spice, bresaola, wet earth and tar. The wine boasts a clean, fine texture with polished tannins and bright acidity. The finish is long and spice driven.",,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bruno Rocca 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bruno Rocca 13.5,Red,US,"A wonderful red wine, full-bodied, dry and elegant. It shows Cabernet character in the blackberries, cherries and black currants, but that's balanced with an earthiness and minerality and even some smoked meat notes that must come from a percentage of Syrah and Petite Sirah. Tasted in a flight of much more expensive Cabs, this one easily stood out. Drink now–2011.",,16,92,California,North Coast,Mendocino-Lake,Bonterra 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-mendocino-lake/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bonterra ,Red,Italy,"Cascina Ballarin delivers a clean and straightforward expression of the famed Bussia cru with all the depth and complexity you can expect with Nebbiolo. This is a steady, confident wine with solid tannins and a bright, mouth-cleansing finish.",Bussia,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Ballarin 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Ballarin ,Red,Italy,"Oak aging (with 25% new French barrel) has helped shape sweet aromas of vanilla and exotic spice backed by loads of cherry and ripe forest berry. Characteristic aromas of violets, wet earth and graphite appear at the back and the wine is firm, thick and smooth on the close. Consider long cellar aging: 10 years or more.",Cottá,55,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Sottimano 2007 Cottá (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottimano-2007-cotta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Sottimano ,Red,Italy,"The Preda Sarmassa Barolo Riserva offers an interesting and immediate bouquet of cola, currants, dried mint, green olive and capers. This is a distinctive and special wine that would pair wonderfully against a meat dish with an herbal element. Try it with beef and mint jelly or herb-encrusted lamb chops.",Preda Sarmassa Riserva,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2004 Preda Sarmassa Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2004-preda-sarmassa-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Virna Borgogno ,Red,Italy,"This beautifully pristine Barolo opens with ethereal notes of wild berries, exotic spice, leather, tobacco and tar. The wine offers a complex aromatic embroidery with an elegant and fine texture in the mouth and slowly evolving tannins. Hold this wine five to 10 years.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocche Costamagna 2006 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2006-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rocche Costamagna 12,Sparkling,France,"A gloriously rich rosé that is full of ripe raspberries that burst in the mouth. It has a tight texture, balanced by a rounded feel. It is still young, of course, and the sweet finish needs time to integrate. Even so, relish the wine now, or wait 3–4 years.",Comtes de Champagne Rosé Brut,290,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 2004 Comtes de Champagne Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-2004-comtes-champagne-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Taittinger 14.5,Red,US,"New oak stands out in toast and caramelized wood sweetness on this Cab, overshining to some degree the underlying blackberry, cherry and black currant fruit. It's quite a fashionable, delectable young wine, and will probably be consumed too early by many people who buy it, but it's really a cellar candidate. Made with a few drops of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, it should develop for 12–15 years.",,145,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2007 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2007-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Rubicon Estate ,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous Barolo with a full and elegant personality backed by big berry notes, spice, cherry, pressed violets and cola. The finish is long and extremely well balanced on a solid base of tannin and natural acidity. Drink this beauty after 2015.",Terlo Ravera,75,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marziano Abbona 2006 Terlo Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2006-terlo-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Marziano Abbona ,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely, layered wine with unusual (but seductive) aromas of cassis, wild berry, violet, chopped mint, pine nut, iron, clove and savory black pepper. The finish is tight and dusty with finely textured tannins that fade after a long while. Drink after 2015.",Brunate,60,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2006 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2006-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Marcarini 14,Red,Italy,"This edition of the prized Cerequio Barolo by Michele Chiarlo flaunts its own unique personality with immediate aromas of white cherry, red apple, tar, licorice powder and root beer. It's a polished, squeaky- clean wine with a long finish that seems more buoyant and vertical compared to past vintages.",Cerequio,100,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2006 Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2006-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Michele Chiarlo ,Red,Italy,"Francesco Sobrero is an up and coming wine star in the Italian media. Indeed, this is a fascinating wine that offers a unique glimpse into Barolo typicity. This is a wine with a holistic approach: the spice and fruit notes are well integrated and the wine offers aged aromas of earth, leather and root beer. It's definitely worth a peek.",Ciabot Tanasio,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Sobrero 2006 Ciabot Tanasio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-sobrero-2006-ciabot-tanasio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Francesco Sobrero 15.1,Red,US,"More than the tight and tannic 2005 Corliss Red, this Cabernet Sauvignon is immediately fragrant and open, with a mix of sweet fruit and sweet oak. Black cherry, cassis, subtle notes of lavender, and a foundation of wet stone are all nicely balanced and surprisingly elegant, given the relatively high (15.1%) alcohol. This wine seems now to be entering its prime time—it benefits from decanting, and will cellar well, but should probably be consumed within the next 2–8 years.",,75,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Corliss Estates 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corliss-estates-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Corliss Estates ,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely Barolo with oak-driven aromas of vanilla and sweet spice between delicate layers of rose, tar and wild berry. There's plenty of tasty pulp and substance backed by tight tannins that will undoubtedly relax with more time in the bottle. Cellar age this wine five to ten more years.",Ciabot Berton,80,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ciabot Berton 2006 Ciabot Berton (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciabot-berton-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Ciabot Berton ,Sparkling,France,"A soft and beautifully ripe Champagne, albeit with a steely, mineral core. It is very much in the Gosset pure, dry style, full of apple and grapefruit acidity to go with a light yeast character. Unlike some 2000s, this should age well.",Grand Millésime Brut,90,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset 2000 Grand Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-2000-grand-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Gosset ,Red,Italy,"This is a very impressive Riserva that shows personality and longevity. Tar, asphalt and licorice notes are enhanced by delicate tones of balsam, cola and candied orange peel. In the mouth, this Barolo is a real charmer: the fullness and long persistency will win you over. Drink after 2015.",Monvigliero Riserva,69,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bel Colle 2004 Monvigliero Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-colle-2004-monvigliero-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Bel Colle ,Red,Italy,"Corsini is a thickly extracted and velvety Barolo that opens with a deep dark color and confident aromas of Indian spice, cigar box, leather, blackberry, maraschino cherry and plum. The solid but astringent mouthfeel reveals that this wine still needs more time to age.",Corsini,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Ruggeri Corsini 2006 Corsini (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-ruggeri-corsini-2006-corsini-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Podere Ruggeri Corsini ,Red,Italy,"Here's a bold and modern Nebbiolo from the San Cristoforo cru with a rich, extracted appearance followed by intense aromas of ripe cherry, spice, black licorice, slate roof and dried tobacco leaf. The tannins are dusty and drying but give excellent structure to the wine's overall richness and opulence.",Vigna San Cristoforo,45,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pietro Rinaldi 2007 Vigna San Cristoforo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-rinaldi-2007-vigna-san-cristoforo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pietro Rinaldi 14.5,Red,Italy,"From young vintner Giovanni Abrigo in the Treiso area, this is a lovely expression of Barbaresco with immediate aromas of cherry, cassis, spice, smoke, leather and tobacco. The wine is approachable now, but it's also built to last: natural concentration, bright fruit flavors and acidity will hold ten years or more.",Rongalio Meruzzano,35,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Orlando Abrigo 2007 Rongalio Meruzzano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2007-rongalio-meruzzano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Orlando Abrigo 14.3,Red,US,"There's something very fine and compelling about this Merlot-based Bordeaux blend. It's powerful in oak-inspired blackberry, black cherry and black currant flavors, but even more noteworthy is the quality of the tannin structure, which is firm and classic. Just feels rich and dramatic, with great weight and density. Give it a few years in the cellar to mellow, and it should develop for a decade or more.",Proprietary Red Wine,86,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2007 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2007-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Alpha Omega ,Red,Italy,"Vigneto Brich Ronchi opens with bright and plump fruit tones that recall black currant, cherry and cassis followed by elegant tones of smoke, leather and tobacco. The wine is intense and powerful with a soft, velvety texture backed by structured tannins that give it backbone and staying power. Very nice. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Vigneto Brich Ronchi,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2007 Vigneto Brich Ronchi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2007-vigneto-brich-ronchi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Albino Rocca 9.5,Dessert,Austria,"Brilliant wine, honey and intense acidity over the crispest lemon and spice flavors. From Chardonnay grown in the Tatschler vineyard, this is lively, fresh and sumptuous all at the same time.",Trockenbeerenauslese 375ml,,93,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2006 Trockenbeerenauslese 375ml Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2006-trockenbeerenauslese-375ml-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2006,Kollwentz ,Sparkling,France,"A Pinot Noir-dominated Champagne from 70-year-old vines, this is gorgeous, rich and concentrated. It has certainly benefitted from its aging before release. With a small production of 11,000 bottles, this is both serious and impressive.",Les Echansons Brut,90,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 1999 Les Echansons Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-1999-echansons-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Mailly Grand Cru 14.5,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from an all-star collection of Walla Walla vineyards. It shows excellent structure and depth, with plenty of herbal character. The black fruits are abundant, spicy and sharp; this is a young wine from a great vintage than needs more bottle age. The layering, though still tight and compact, suggests that with cellaring this will evolve into Bordeaux-like complexity, with a mix of herb, mineral, leaf and berry flavors. The barrel flavors (40% new) are subtle and elegant.",,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,L'Ecole No. 41 14,Red,Italy,"The beautiful Brunate cru is known for heavier, darker expressions of Nebbiolo and this wine does a wonderful job of showing off its territorial traits. Aromas here include coffee, hazelnut, wild berries, tar, leather and exotic spice. It's balanced and firm and will surely evolve favorably over the next decade.",Brunate,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2006 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2006-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Damilano 14.4,Red,US,"Richly textured, this Pinot comes from the Sebastopol area. In this cool vintage, it has a bright burst of acidity and is very dry, with intricate flavors of raspberries, cherries, pomegranates, licorice, sweet oak and lots of dusty spices. Now–2014.",Russian River,42,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Conspire 2008 Russian River Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conspire-2008-russian-river-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Conspire ,Red,Italy,"Gianni Gagliardo's Barolo Serre is an impressively delicate wine with layers of wild berry, red rose, pressed violets, smoke and mineral. The mouthfeel is fresh, tannic, clean and very long lasting. This classic expression of Nebbiolo shows the best qualities of this noble Italian variety.",Serre,75,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2006 Serre (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2006-serre-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianni Gagliardo 14.5,Red,Italy,"From iron-rich soils, this expression of Barolo offers elegant mineral tones and slate backed by plump aromas of blackberry, currant, cola, leather, spice and smoked cedar wood. There's also an attractive floral note at the back. The wine offers notably fine textured tannins, with a smooth and polished feel.",Bricco Rocche Prapó,88,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2005 Bricco Rocche Prapó (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2005-bricco-rocche-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Ceretto ,Red,Italy,"From the Bricco Boschis cru in Castiglione Falletto, this luminous Barolo offers pretty elements of wild berry, forest floor, leather, tar, licorice and eucalyptus. There's loads of power and personality here and the mouthfeel is elegant and long lasting. Drink after 2018.",Bricco Boschis,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2006 Bricco Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2006-bricco-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cavallotto ,Red,Italy,"Massara is textbook Barolo with elegant and ethereal layers of wild berry fruit, underbrush, hazelnut, cola, tar and licorice. The finish is characterized by bright acidity and fine, polished tannins. Pair this wine with any dish that includes wild mushrooms or truffles.",Massara,75,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Castello di Verduno 2006 Massara (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2006-massara-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Castello di Verduno ,Red,Italy,"Loaded with fresh oak tones (that will integrate as the wine evolves in time), this is a modern Barolo with good pulp and loads of aromatic intensity. Mesquite wood, vanilla, spice and black fruit set the stage. The wine is ripe with density and structure and will easily age 10 years plus.",Vigna Gancia,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Molino 2006 Vigna Gancia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-molino-2006-vigna-gancia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mauro Molino ,Red,Italy,"This is an impressive Barolo that offers a far-reaching bouquet of wild berries, toasted hazelnut, hummus, cola, ginger and blue flowers. In the mouth, you'll feel rich, ripe fruit and elongated, polished tannins. Hold this wine for five to ten more years.",Gabutti Bussia,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2006 Gabutti Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2006-gabutti-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Stroppiana 13,White,Austria,"A beautiful wine that sings out with its delicious fruits and tight, mineral structure. It has a purity of line, citrus and apple flavors vying with spice. The wine finishes with high, vibrant acidity.",Berg Reserve,48,93,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2009 Berg Reserve Riesling (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2009-berg-reserve-riesling-traisental/,Riesling,2009,Markus Huber 13.5,White,Austria,". Christoph Neumeister's top wine, this is a classic among Sauvignon Blancs. It is tightly structured, very herbal, with greengage and gooseberry flavors over asparagus and spice. It can age well, needing 3–4 years to reach its peak.",Moarfeitl,48,93,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2008 Moarfeitl Sauvignon Blanc (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2008-moarfeitl-sauvignon-blanc-sudoststeiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Neumeister 14.6,Red,US,"Don't reject this Syrah, Petite Sirah and Cabernet blend because it's non-vintage. So are many great Champagnes. Made from the 2006 and 2007 vintages, it's absolutely delicious, so stuffed with blackberry, black currant and bacon flavors, you can't help but be impressed. It's also very young and fresh in acids and tannins, so give it a year or two in order to knit together.",Annaté II,65,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Falcone NV Annaté II Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-nv-annate-ii-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Falcone ,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barolo with a sense of humor: the whimsically named Big d'Big does indeed offer big and bold aromas of red fruit, spice, plum with elegant tones of licorice and cola. The wine ends with sweet fruit flavors and smooth tannins. Very nice.",Big d'Big,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 2006 Big d'Big (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-rocche-manzoni-2006-big-dbig-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This prestige cuvée from Mumm is maturing well, although still with many years' development left. It has a rich, toasty character, with fresh grapefruit and crisp greengages. Drink this opulent Champagne now, or keep for several years.",Cuvée R. Lalou Brut,159,93,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm 1998 Cuvée R. Lalou Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-1998-cuvee-r-lalou-brut-champagne-122519/,Champagne Blend,1998,G. H. Mumm ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Barolo from the La Morra subzone opens with a surprisingly bright and concentrated color, followed by rich aromas of cherry, black fruit, exotic spice and smoke. There are dusty layers of crushed stone as well and the wine fades long with polished tannins.",Riserva,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Casetta 2004 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Fratelli Casetta ,Red,Austria,"Judith Beck's namesake wine is rich, opulent, piled high with ripe fruit and sweet, structured tannins. The wine has floral notes, chocolate and great complexity. For aging over 4–5 years.",Judith,60,93,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2007 Judith Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2007-judith-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Judith Beck ,Red,Austria,"Rich red fruits, wood spice and austere tannins have produced a wine that is intense and powerful. Layers of freshness and acidity moderate this dark concentration. Age for at least five years.",Point,,93,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2007 Point Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2007-point-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Kollwentz ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Badarina is a soft, velvety wine with loads of spice, vanilla and clove. Those pleasurable aromas are woven between lively notes of fresh fruit and crushed mineral. The wine is supple, rich and opulent on the close. Cellar it five years or more.",Badarina,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Grimaldi Bruna 2006 Badarina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grimaldi-bruna-2006-badarina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Grimaldi Bruna ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Case Nere from La Morra opens with extremely dark and concentrated extraction followed by young oak-related aromas of spice, leather and tobacco. But, thanks to the bright fruit notes at the back—blueberry, cassis and pomegranate—those toasted notes will fade further into the background as the wine evolves in time.",Case Nere,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Enzo Boglietti 2006 Case Nere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-2006-case-nere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Enzo Boglietti 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a beautifully extracted and voluptuous Barolo from the Cannubi cru that would pair with tender veal shank, slow cooked until falling off the bone. Black cherry, spice, root beer and fragrant earthy tones all appear on the nose and the wine closes with tight, firm structure. Cellar age ten years or more.",Cannubi,95,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 2006 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-pira-e-figli-chiara-boschis-2006-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Rocche scored considerably higher than Aurelio Settimo's base Barolo this year and would make a wonderful addition to your cellar. This is a gorgeous wine with impressive intensity and penetrating aromas of balsam, chopped mint, forest berry, underbrush and white mushroom. It's elegant and compact in the mouth with a long, firm finish.",Rocche,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Aurelio Settimo 2006 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2006-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Aurelio Settimo 12,Sparkling,France,"Always a rich nonvintage, this latest bottling doesn't disappoint expectations. It has a rich, biscuity character, hints of toast along with pure citrus and fresh apricots. It is ripe, generous, to be drunk with food.",Special Cuvée Brut,65,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger NV Special Cuvée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-nv-special-cuvee-brut-champagne-122528/,Champagne Blend,,Bollinger ,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark, thick expression of Nebbiolo that is enhanced by modern touches of vanilla, espresso bean and sweet Christmas spice. There are background notes here of smoked ham, prune and earth and this beautiful wine radiates elegance and complexity. Pair it with gourmet Kobe beef.",Vigneto Rocche,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Andrea Oberto 2006 Vigneto Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2006-vigneto-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Andrea Oberto 14,Red,Italy,"From the celebrated Bricco Asili cru, this Barbaresco is a beautiful embodiment of elegance, grace, harmony and complexity. Fine aromas of small berry fruit, violets, cola, dark spice and fresh licorice root peel off layer after layer. The wine shows excellent structure, with tight, firm tannins and a bright touch of acidity on the long finish.",Bricco Asili Bricco Asili,154,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 2006 Bricco Asili Bricco Asili (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2006-bricco-asili-bricco-asili-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Ceretto ,Red,Italy,"Cascina Adelaide always stands out in a crowd of Barolos thanks to the overall intensity of its Nebbiolo characteristics. Thanks to careful winemaking techniques, Preda takes that extra step: the fruit is brighter here and the spice notes are noticeably more piquant. You'll also taste fine mineral notes, violets and green olive.",Preda,88,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2006 Preda (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2006-preda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Adelaide ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Cerretta is a cheerful and friendly wine with defined aromas of cherry, wild berry, dusty mineral, bright spice, root beer and ground ginger. This wine is built to last and will age gracefully ten years or more.",Cerretta,55,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giovanni Rosso 2006 Cerretta (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-rosso-2006-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giovanni Rosso ,Red,Italy,"Sassy spice and piquant touches of furniture wax, root beer, wild berries, licorice and white truffle open the nose of this vineyard-designate Barolo. In general, the spice aromas stand out most and the wine is squeaky-polished in the mouth. Drink after 2015.",Vigna Mandorlo,75,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 2006 Vigna Mandorlo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2006-vigna-mandorlo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacosa Fratelli 14.1,White,US,"For years, Foxen has been producing one of the best Chenin Blancs in California, and with this 2009, they have outdone themselves. It's so rich in orange, honeydew and pineapple flavors, it might almost be Chardonnay, except it's drier and more minerally, and there's a wonderful note of dried herbs. Although production was only 575 cases, this wine is worth a special search, especially for sommeliers.",Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines,22,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines Chenin Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-ernesto-wickenden-vineyard-old-vines-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Foxen ,Red,Italy,"Fratelli Alessandria's flagship Barolo opens with pretty spice nuances followed by cherry, blueberry and loads of buoyant fruit. This is a happy, cheerful wine with a vertical lift and tonic notes of eucalyptus and root beer. The tannins are drying and fine. Drink after 2018.",Monvigliero,74,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Alessandria 2006 Monvigliero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-alessandria-2006-monvigliero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Fratelli Alessandria 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With its distinctive flower bottle, this is an immediately recognizable Champagne, both in its looks and its distinctive Perrier-Jouët elegance. Lively white fruits play with acidity and a tangy backbone of apple skins. Age this for 4–5 years and maybe more.",Fleur de Champagne Brut,139,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 2002 Fleur de Champagne Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-2002-fleur-champagne-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Perrier Jouët 14.2,Red,US,"Deeply scented, a big, powerhouse Cabernet grown on the Rutherford bench. It's dense, chewy and meaty, showing blackberry jam, blueberry, chocolate and sweet smoky oak. The tannins are thick and furry, as befits such a young, ageable wine. Hold until 2013, and it should develop through 2019.",Tietjen Vineyard,65,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Monticello Vineyards 2007 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2007-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Monticello Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"Here's a big and brawny Barbaresco with loads of intensity and fruity pulp (as demonstrated by the wine's dark appearance). The wine moves thickly over the palate, imparting perfumed tones of church incense and wild berries along the way. It also offers tart, firm tannins and promises a long aging future ahead. Drink after 2015.",Palazzina,26,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Montaribaldi 2007 Palazzina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2007-palazzina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Montaribaldi 12.5,Sparkling,France,"So many great years in Champagne—like 2002—give the most wonderful complexity to the wines. This rosé is no exception, very crisp, shot through with acidity, with delicious mulberry and cherry flavors, just a hint of grilled nuts. It could well age for many years.",Grand Vintage Rosé Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 2002 Grand Vintage Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-2002-grand-vintage-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Moët & Chandon ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Colonnello is a determined, confident wine with a rich, succulent style and ripe aromas of blackberry, spice, sweet vanilla and polished black stone. The chewy mouthfeel also shows a precise stylistic choice and “the colonel” is richly opulent and enduring on the finish.",Colonnello,175,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Aldo Conterno 2006 Colonnello (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-aldo-conterno-2006-colonnello-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Poderi Aldo Conterno 12,Sparkling,France,"This wine is on the dry side of Brut. It is rich, at the same time crisp with a delicious creamed pear and apple flavor, lifted even further by pineapple acidity. Congratulations to Philipponnat for indicating disgorgement date and even the dosage on the back label.",Grand Brut Blanc,80,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat 2004 Grand Brut Blanc Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-2004-grand-brut-blanc-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Philipponnat 14.5,White,US,"A very nice Chardonnay that offers enough richness to justify the price, yet retains an elegant restraint that won't overpower food. Dry, creamy and brisk, it shows pineapple tart, ripe white peach, buttered toast and vanilla flavors, with a mouthwatering minerality. Production was 800 cases.",,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Petroni 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petroni-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Petroni 13.9,Red,Chile,"After a few down years and a couple of winemaker changes, Domus Aurea is back in fine form. The nose is heady, leathery and powerful, while the palate is compact, bullish and tannic. Tastes fabulous with its dynamic mix of brawny berry, tobacco, toast and leather. A Maipo Valley gem with length and complexity. Drink now through 2014.",,60,93,Maipo Valley,,,Domus Aurea 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-aurea-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Domus Aurea 15.5,Red,US,"Dark, bold, potent and young are just a few words to describe this Cabernet, which contains a splash of Petit Verdot and Malbec. Shows concentrated blackberry, black currant and violet flavors that turn sweet and chocolaty on the finish, although the wine itself is perfectly dry. Quite tannic, which suggests ageability, although high alcohol of 15.5% will be controversial in some circles. Best after 2013, in a proper cellar.",Georges de Latour Private Reserve,115,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2007 Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2007-georges-latour-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Beaulieu Vineyard 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine would make a great impression on an elegantly dressed table with a fine meat-based menu. The wine's natural structure and freshness make it very food friendly and its elegant aromas of cassis, small berry, cola and white truffle will evolve beautifully throughout your meal.",Gaiun Martinenga,85,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2005 Gaiun Martinenga (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2005-gaiun-martinenga-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14.8,Red,US,"As in past vintages, this is half DuBrul and half Meek vineyard fruit. It's a far cry from what most consumers would think of as Merlot—this is a stiff, tannic, muscular wine, with a deep earthiness that speaks of rich loam and ancient rock. It strikes me as more typical of Malbec. The tannins are firm and dense, and the fruits are black as coal and laced with tar and smoke.",,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2008 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2008,Stevens ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo enjoys broad appeal thanks to its forthcoming bouquet of ripe forest fruit, chocolate and espresso bean. The wine offers loads of exotic spice, leather, tobacco and chewy tar. In the mouth, it is much more elegant and compact than you'd expect.",Prapò,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Schiavenza 2006 Prapò (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schiavenza-2006-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Schiavenza ,Red,Italy,"The quality and persistency of the fruit is impressive. This Riserva Barolo is extremely generous in terms of its cherry, blackberry, cola and exotic spice aromas. The wine sports fine texture and smooth flavors of plum and leather on the close.",Vigna Rionda Riserva,134,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 2004 Vigna Rionda Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2004-vigna-rionda-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Massolino ,Red,Italy,"Here's a sophisticated and austere Barbaresco from the excellent 2007 vintage with an attractive garnet color backed by aromas of spice, mesquite, cedar and black fruit. The oak element is still overt, so give this wine five years of cellar aging. That wonderful intensity and acidity will ensure that it ages gracefully.",Sorì Sartù,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Massimo Penna 2007 Sorì Sartù (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimo-penna-2007-sori-sartu-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Massimo Penna ,Red,Italy,"Josetta Saffirio delivers an impressive portfolio of wines that show the fruits of careful work in the vineyard and the winery. This base Barolo from the Monforte d'Alba area opens with lush fruit tones of cherry, wild berries, cassis and spice. What sets this expression apart is the attractive contrast between the wine's juicy nose and its drying mouthfeel.",,35,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Josetta Saffirio 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josetta-saffirio-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Josetta Saffirio ,Red,Italy,"This is a loaded wine, ripe with aromas of cherry cola, chopped herbs, white chocolate, blackberry and cassis. The aromatic presentation is never overpowering and the wine is in fact delicate and elegant with finely tuned finesse. Pair this Barolo with truffle-stuffed veal roast.",Brunate,60,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Marengo 2006 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-marengo-2006-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mario Marengo ,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous Barbaresco from the celebrated Bric Balin cru opens with natural heft and opulent layers of cherry, vanilla, wild berry, spice, old leather, chocolate and smoke. The wine's consistency is on the dark, heavy side and the feeling it imparts on the palate is one of richness and smoothness. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Bric Balin,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Moccagatta 2007 Bric Balin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moccagatta-2007-bric-balin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Moccagatta 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir. So dry and elegant, so light and crisp in the mouth, and yet so complex. Continues a string of impressive wines from this remote vineyard. Shows mineral-inflected cherry, currant and cola flavors, in a full-bodied wine with great density and finish. Now–2016, at least.",Brosseau Vineyard,54,93,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2008 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa 13.5,White,Austria,"A firm and closed wine, packed with quince, pear, spice held in a mineral structure. It is potentially rich, but is still closed, needing several months to broaden out in all its richness.",Berg Reserve,48,93,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2009 Berg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2009-berg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Markus Huber ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Riserva Barolo from the Josetta Saffirio winery opens with ripe aromas of blackberry and cassis syrup followed by nicely evolved tones of espresso, root beer, licorice and spice. The wine offers depth and personality with a very smooth, silky quality in the mouth.",Persiera Riserva,140,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Josetta Saffirio 2004 Persiera Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josetta-saffirio-2004-persiera-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Josetta Saffirio 14,Red,Chile,"Deep, a bit reduced on the nose, and full as can be, with blackberry, cassis and prune aromas. The palate is super rich and concentrated, and frankly a bit heady. Flavors of burnt brown sugar, toast, tobacco, pepper and baked berry fruits are delicious, and the finish is dense and long. Drinkable now but best in another two to four years. This marks the 20th anniversary of Concha y Toro's Don Melchor Cabernet.",Don Melchor,95,93,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-don-melchor-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Concha y Toro 14.6,Red,US,"The best of Belle Glos's 2008 Pinots. It's notable for the extreme richness of the raspberries and cherries, which have a jammy intensity with even more succulent notes of vanilla cream and smoky butter. But the finish is dry, while acidity and tannins bring the wine to earth. Delicious now and through 2014.",Taylor Lane Vineyard,44,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Belle Glos 2008 Taylor Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2008-taylor-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Belle Glos ,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its plush and velvety nature, this is a wine with universal appeal. Barolo Bricco Sarmassa opens in big fashion with aromas of black cherry, Indian spice, vanilla and dark espresso bean. It's tight and tannic in the mouth but, fundamentally, the wine's saving grace is that it's never too extracted or overblown.",Bricco Sarmassa,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brezza 2006 Bricco Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brezza-2006-bricco-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Brezza 12.8,Sparkling,US,"Mainly Pinot Noir, with some Chardonnay for brightness and citrusy zest, this brilliantly clean wine has an incredibly fierce mousse. It seems to boil in the glass, and the followup mouthfeel is as creamy and refined as any California sparkler in memory. The Pinot asserts itself in delicate touches of raspberries and strawberries. Delicious and compelling now. Try with sushi.",Blanc de Noirs,38,94,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2007 Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2007-blanc-noirs-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Schramsberg ,Red,Italy,"Dark in color with a modern style and velvety extraction, the gorgeous Marcenasco expression of Barolo is redolent of blackberries, cherries, spice, leather and tobacco. The finish is long and elegant but not without power and determination. Keep this wine cellared for ten years plus.",Marcenasco,50,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2006 Marcenasco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2006-marcenasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Renato Ratti 14.6,Red,US,"Rusack's best 2008 Pinot comes from this great vineyard that displays such fine Santa Rita Hills character. It's ripe enough in cherries to satisfy, and also brisk in acidity, with complex mineral and herb notes, and the oak barrel layering is perfect. Lovely now for its silky texture, and will develop over the next 5–7 years.",Rancho Santa Rosa,45,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rusack 2008 Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-rancho-santa-rosa-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rusack 14.5,White,US,"Rich, almost unctuous, with a lush, lanolin mouthfeel, this is a passionfruit creamsicle of a wine. The fruit is a seductive and generous mix of peach, Asian pear and tropical; the alcohol a full-bodied 14.5%. The Roussanne part (58% of the blend) is barrel fermented; the Viognier done in stainless. Blended together they harmonize beautifully.",Slice of Pape Blanc,30,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tranche 2008 Slice of Pape Blanc Viognier-Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2008-slice-pape-blanc-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier-Roussanne,2008,Tranche 12,Sparkling,France,"This famed single vineyard on its steep slope above Mareuil-sur-Aÿ produces a warm, always elegant wine. This 1999 is softer than some vintages, while still having a power and texture to go with fruit that is now maturing, giving a yeasty final character. Drink now, or age another few years.",Clos des Goisses Brut,200,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat 1999 Clos des Goisses Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-1999-clos-des-goisses-brut-champagne-122494/,Champagne Blend,1999,Philipponnat 14.5,Red,US,"Erupts out from the glass with beautiful Cabernet perfume, suggesting cherry pie from the oven, licorice, sandalwood and dusty dried herbs, like sage and thyme. Very dry, with a long spicy finish, but also quite tannic, although lots of the tannins come from new oak. Best to age this polished 100% Cab for at least six years.",Reserve,105,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Peju ,Red,Italy,"Here's an excellent measuring stick with which to gauge some of the world's best Nebbiolo-based wines. This bright Barolo from the Sarmassa cru delivers textbook aromatic nuances of small berry, cinnamon, dried currants, licorice and balsam freshness. Tight tannins and a fine texture will enable longevity. Cellar this wine ten years or more.",Sarmassa,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 2006 Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2006-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Marchesi di Barolo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Executed in a plump, modern style (the wine is aged in small oak barrique), this delicious cru expression from Barbaresco is truly irresistible. The extraction is dark, thick and redolent of cherry, currant, blackberry, vanilla, spice and cinnamon. In the mouth, it is generous, smooth and long-lasting. This wine will appeal to modernists more than traditionalists.",Montersino,45,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Orlando Abrigo 2007 Montersino (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2007-montersino-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Orlando Abrigo ,Red,Italy,"The Luigi Pira estate delivers a knockout Barolo (from the Marenca vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba) with impressive integrity of fruit, vibrant cherry and blackberry backed by warming aromas of chocolate and spice. The wine is velvety-rich and opulent in the mouth. Drink after 2018.",Vigna Marenca,65,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luigi Pira 2006 Vigna Marenca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-pira-2006-vigna-marenca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Luigi Pira 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A beautifully balanced wine, with bitter cherries in a core of dry toast. It is already mature, its freshness transformed into a rich texture. Like many rosé Champagnes, this is made for food.",Dom Pérignon Rosé Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 2000 Dom Pérignon Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-2000-dom-perignon-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Moët & Chandon ,Red,Italy,"Barolo La Serra from Gianni Voerzio would make a perfect companion to pulled pork smoked over hardwood charcoal. There's a sassy spice element here backed by plush layers of blueberry, blackberry and plum. The tannins are still on the young, astringent side; give this wine some time to unwind in the cellar.",La Serra,100,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Voerzio 2006 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-voerzio-2006-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianni Voerzio 14.5,Red,US,"There's a tannic toughness to this young wine. It's like chewing on dried black currants. Once they start to dissolve in the mouth, lovely flavors of sweet blackberries emerge, and then take over through a very long, spicy finish. It's quite a beautiful Napa Cabernet, but it does need time. Best 2013–2019.",,82,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Alpha Omega ,Red,Italy,"This year's best expression from the celebrated Rabajà cru, Bruno Rocca presents a beautifully integrated Barbaresco that shows equal parts fruit (prune, plum and cassis) and spice (vanilla, root beer and clove). The wine is smooth, silky and very enduring on the close with excellent structure. Drink after 2015.",Rabajà,,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bruno Rocca 2007 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-2007-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bruno Rocca ,Red,Italy,"Here's yet another extraordinary wine from the famed Cannubi cru of Barolo. In this expression from the Brezza family, you'll be rewarded with bright aromas of forest berry, licorice, earth, leather and cola. The wine is intense, generous and very elegant. Pair it with chicken in morel mushroom sauce.",Cannubi,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brezza 2006 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brezza-2006-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Brezza ,Red,Italy,"Nei Cannubi from Poderi Einaudi is textbook Barolo; the kind of wine you can bank on for an elegant and enlightening drinking experience. You see that, here, all the elements are perfectly in place and stacked for maximum pleasure. Aromas of blue flower, berry and shaved mineral build in intensity and the wine is determined and persistent on the palate.",Nei Cannubi,100,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2006 Nei Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2006-nei-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 12.5,Sparkling,France,"In acknowledgement of the superior quality of 2002, Moët has released this wine well after the 2003. The decision is fully justified, for this is still young. It is impressive, intensely concentrated, mineral, showing tight grapefruit and apple flavors. Excellent aging potential.",Grand Vintage Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 2002 Grand Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-2002-grand-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Moët & Chandon 12,Sparkling,France,"The beauty of Krug's rosé is the sense of bottle age, of that extra richness. That means the wine is not just the sum of its delicious red berry fruits. It's also the way the wine is rounded out, filled with secondary flavors, toast and almonds and a taut minerality. The aftertaste is taut, dry, seamless, complex.",Brut Rosé,400,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-brut-rose-champagne-122546/,Champagne Blend,,Krug ,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet's dark, saturated color testifies to its extracted ripeness and richness. It's a gigantic wine, buried at the moment under smoky oak, but tremendous underneath in blackberry, cherry, currant, sweet herb, violet and cured meat flavors. A big success even in this vintage. Now, with decanting, and through 2019.",Campbell Vineyard,75,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Honig 2007 Campbell Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2007-campbell-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Honig ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Riva is a fantastic wine with enormous personality and charm. At the outset, the wine appears modern and bold with determined aromas of black fruit and spice. But wait a second and the wine will surprise you with its sassy complexity and finesse. Give it 10 more years of cellar aging. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Riva,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Claudio Alario 2006 Riva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudio-alario-2006-riva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Claudio Alario ,Red,US,"Rich, concentrated, and loaded with smoky, dark, spicy fruit flavors, this is a full-on Bordeaux blend, with Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. There's plenty of barrel influence, from 70% new French oak, but it's welcome, and appropriate, perfectly matched to the power of the fruit. An underlayer of woodsy earth and mushroom adds further complexity.",Minnick Hills Reserve,60,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dumas Station 2006 Minnick Hills Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dumas-station-2006-minnick-hills-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dumas Station ,Red,Italy,"With fruit sourced from some of Barolo's best vineyard crus, this beautiful wine offers fullness, character and longevity. Textbook Nebbiolo aromas include wild berry, blue flower, white pepper, cola and tar. The mouthfeel is spicy, fresh and well structured. Pair this wine with steak au poivre (in 5–10 years or so).",Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera,95,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2006 Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2006-cannubi-san-lorenzo-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giuseppe Rinaldi ,Red,Italy,"Here's a fantastic addition to your cellar collection of Barolos. Gianfranco Alessandria's San Giovanni Barolo is at the top of its class. The wine is elegant and ethereal with dark, spicy concentration and loads of pulpy fruit, licorice, ginger, cola and leather. Open this bottle in ten years or so.",San Giovanni,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Alessandria 2006 San Giovanni (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-alessandria-2006-san-giovanni-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianfranco Alessandria 14.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its dense clay soils, the Brunate cru delivers wines with high color saturation and aromatic caliber. This Barolo offers layers of black fruit, plum, spice, tobacco, cola and dark chocolate. The wine is firm and finely textured with power, dimension and personality on the long finish.",Bricco Rocche Brunate,88,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2005 Bricco Rocche Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2005-bricco-rocche-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Ceretto 14.8,Red,US,"Such are the tannins in this 100% Cab that it demands cellar time. It's really shut down and astringent in youth, which emphasizes the dryness. But it's very fine, with a solid core of ripe black cherry fruit that will express its sweetness when the tannins melt away. Winemaker Amy Aiken is really showing her stuff with this polished ager. Best 2013–2019.",Morisoli Vineyard,120,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Meander 2007 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2007-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Meander 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a crisp, high-wire-walking wine, just so poised. Its youthful red fruits, laced with citrus, taste so fresh, with a strawberry bite. At this stage, it is intensely enjoyable as young Champagne, but it does need to age for several years.",Rosé Brut,67,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2005 Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2005-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Louis Roederer 12.6,Sparkling,US,"With a pretty pink-salmon color, this Pinot Noir-based blush is rich and full-bodied. It has considerable weight for a bubbly, but the acidity and freshness and yeasty tang lift it up to Champagne elegance. Impossible not to fall in love with this raspberry-scented beauty, but why wouldn't you want to?",Brut Rosé,41,94,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2007 Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2007-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Schramsberg ,Red,Italy,"You'll absolutely love this wine. Barbaresco Santo Stefano offers intensity, harmony and imparts delicious aromas of sweet spice, wild berries, licorice, tar and light touches of smoke or graphite. It boasts a smooth, rich texture with bright acidity on the close. This is a very pure and pristine expression of Nebbiolo that will live long in the cellar.",Santo Stefano,58,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2007 Santo Stefano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2007-santo-stefano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Castello di Neive ,Red,Italy,"Impressive on so many levels, this vineyard designate Riserva Barolo shows excellent aromatic intensity and purity. Black cherry, plum, smoke, spice, asphalt, root beer and black tar are evident elements of the bouquet. The mouthfeel is full, firm and generous with a lingering vanilla fade.",Bricco Rocca Riserva Tistot,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Ballarin 2004 Bricco Rocca Riserva Tistot (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2004-bricco-rocca-riserva-tistot-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Cascina Ballarin ,Red,Italy,"Enrico VI is an elegant and unique expression of Nebbiolo with impressive finesse and sophistication. Save this bottle for an important occasion and cellar age the wine five to 10 more years at a minimum. Aromas include coffee, tar, dried tobacco, leather and delicate forest fruit. There are hints of vanilla and toast on the close that will soften with time.",Enrico VI,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cordero di Montezemolo 2006 Enrico VI (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordero-montezemolo-2006-enrico-vi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cordero di Montezemolo ,Red,Italy,"Here's another Barolo from the Coste di Rose cru that will blow your mind. This is a big, bold expression of Nebbiolo with thick and longlasting aromas backed by impressive intensity in the mouth. Espresso bean, cherry, spice, leather and licorice all make an appearance and the finish can be counted in many long, long delicious minutes.",Coste di Rose,60,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bric Cenciurio 2006 Coste di Rose (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bric-cenciurio-2006-coste-rose-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Bric Cenciurio ,Red,Italy,"The Barolo Fossati from La Morra opens with huge intensity and determined aromas of black cherry, tobacco, licorice, mesquite wood and crushed mineral. What really sets this wine apart is the immediacy and confident delivery of its aromas. That same self-awareness transfers to the mouth, where the wine is long, satisfying and rich.",Fossati,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Enzo Boglietti 2006 Fossati (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-2006-fossati-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Enzo Boglietti 12,Sparkling,France,"Dominated by rich Pinot Noir, this is still impressively youthful. It has a sense of power and concentration, with intense white fruit, yeast and just a hint of honey. It could age, but is ready to drink.",Celebris Vintage Extra Brut,150,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset 1998 Celebris Vintage Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-1998-celebris-vintage-extra-brut-champagne-122487/,Champagne Blend,1998,Gosset 14.5,Red,US,"Made in the Heirloom style, which is huge, extracted and potent. The '07 shows the preternatural ripeness of the vintage, offering massive cherry and black raspberry fruit, along with sizable tannins. The winemaker has framed this power with considerable oak. The result admittedly is seismic, but it is another success for Heirloom, and is likely to age for at least a dozen years.",Heirloom,90,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2007 Heirloom Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2007-heirloom-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Etude ,Red,Italy,"A Barolo superstar on the rise—keep a close watch on the wines of Gianni Gagliardo and family. This expression from the prized Cannubi cru offers impressive intensity and personality with enticing aromas of black fruit, cola, root beer, cured beef, cedar and white truffle. The wine is ethereal and elegant but the tannic touch is firm enough to promise a long cellar future ahead.",Cannubi,125,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2006 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2006-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianni Gagliardo 14.2,Red,US,"This is Chimney Rock's best Stags Leap Cabernet since the 2005, and continues a string of successful vintages. Dry and smooth and silky in the mouth, it's pretty tannic, but very rich, offering waves of cherry, blackberry, blueberry, cocoa and sweet cedar flavors. Absolutely delicious, wonderfully elegant, and should age well for a decade.",,61,94,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chimney Rock 14.8,Red,US,"This is a very rich wine. Complex, too. With every sip, it seems to offer a little more of itself. On the surface, it's dry, tannic and fruity, with blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and cedar flavors. But it has mineral and herb nuances that seem to spring from the soil, and the depth and finish are impressive. Drinkable now for sheer luxury, and should continue to develop over the next decade.",Dancing Bear Ranch,105,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cakebread 2006 Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-2006-dancing-bear-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cakebread ,Red,Italy,"Although this Riserva already has six years of age, it opens with surprisingly bright and youthful tones of cherry, blackberry and cassis. Those fruit aromas are folded within evident oak-driven aromas of spice and vanilla. The mouthfeel is firm, polished and this Barolo should age more years in the bottle.",Monvigliero Riserva,90,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Castello di Verduno 2004 Monvigliero Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2004-monvigliero-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Castello di Verduno ,Red,Italy,"One of the best Barolos of the year, Coste di Rose is a natural beauty with gorgeous, thick extraction and perfectly balanced aromas of blueberries, violets, almond paste, sweet spice and root beer. The wine shows impressive heft and density, yet it is elegant and polished at the same time with finely textured tannins. Cellar this delightful wine ten years or more.",Coste di Rose,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 2006 Coste di Rose (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2006-coste-rose-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Marchesi di Barolo 14.2,Red,US,"MacRostie's Pinots from this vineyard on the edge of the Sonoma side of Carneros always are big, ripe, powerful and ageable. This '07 shows the fat, ripe character of the vintage, offering luscious raspberry, cherry, cola, red currant liqueur, bacon, anise, spice and sandalwood flavors. But it's balanced enough to change in interesting ways over the next 5–7 years. Really a glamorous wine for your best meals.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,40,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2007 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2007-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,MacRostie 12,Sparkling,France,"A great celebration of the fine 2004 vintage, this wine reveals both generosity and a steely resolve. It has a cool elegance as well, giving it a sense of refinement, while still preserving the Roederer richness. The tight acidity holds the wine together and promises long aging.",Vintage Brut,67,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2004 Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2004-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Louis Roederer ,Red,Italy,"From a simpatico, family-run winery comes this benchmark Barolo. La Serra speaks highly of the Langhe territory and of winemaking innovation. Aromas here include cherry cola, vanilla bean, leather and crushed granite stone. The wine is determined and direct with a savory note of cured meat on the long finish. Drink after 2017.",La Serra,100,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Eugenio Bocchino 2006 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-bocchino-2006-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Eugenio Bocchino 14.6,Red,US,"Texture is the name of the game here. We're talking pure velvet, the way the wine glides over the palate with hardly a wrinkle. Beyond the mouthfeel are flavors so complex, they're hard to describe. The blend consists of Cabernet Sauvignon, with contributions from Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, and each grape brings its own distinction, as does 100% new oak. It's approachable now for the softness, and should glide through the next 6–8 years with ease. Expensive, yes, and only 344 cases were produced, but it's worth the search.",Reserve,90,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Chateau St. Jean 12,Sparkling,France,"Full, creamy and soft, this is a rich Champagne, very much a food wine. It has great ripe swathes of peach and pineapple flavors, rounded by toast. While 2000 is not a vintage for aging, this opulent Champagne may be the exception.",La Grand Année Brut,150,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 2000 La Grand Année Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-2000-grand-annee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Bollinger 12,Sparkling,France,"Just touching maturity, this is a wonderful wine. With intense acidity, yeast, minerality and a beautiful final citrus texture, this is ready to drink but will age for many years.",Millésimé Brut,95,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot 1998 Millésimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-1998-millesime-brut-champagne-122531/,Champagne Blend,1998,Henriot ,Red,Italy,"This is a truly awesome Barolo Riserva from the La Morra subzone with gorgeous intensity and purity. The wine is flush with balsam, cola, cherry, mineral, spice and some earthy overtones. The quality of the fruit is very evident in the mouth. Lingering tones of leather and tobacco are folded within the long lasting finish. Put this bottle aside.",Riserva,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Enzo Boglietti 2004 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Enzo Boglietti 14.4,Red,US,"This eagerly anticipated Drew Bledsoe/Chris Figgins collaboration is a serious effort, dusty, dense, and dark. To begin are whiffs of cinnamon, smoke, cured meat and bacon; then come tight, dry, stone-soaked flavors of cassis and sweet black fruits. Floral highlights elevate the nose, and lead into a finish with delicious accents of toasted nuts, almond paste, and chalk. A dazzling debut.",,82,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Doubleback 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doubleback-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Doubleback 14.5,Red,US,"This has been one of Etude's best bottlings, and 2007 was a great year. If you enjoy sheer, decadent deliciousness in your Pinot Noirs, this is one for you. The palate first is struck by the rich waves of cherry pie filling, raspberry essence and sweet, vanilla-tinged, smoky oak. Then it discovers the soft silkiness, and finally the firm, fine tannins kick in, providing structure. Just beguiling, and should develop in the bottle over the next 5–6 years.",Deer Camp,60,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2007 Deer Camp Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2007-deer-camp-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Etude 12,Sparkling,France,"As it develops in bottle, this wine retains all its intense acidity. But it has now brought in a toast and yeast character that gives it even greater complexity. It is a wine that is also a Champagne, now in full flow of mineral richness, still with a long way to develop.",Cuvée Femme Brut,120,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 1996 Cuvée Femme Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-1996-cuvee-femme-brut-champagne-122547/,Champagne Blend,1996,Duval-Leroy ,Red,Italy,"Here's a truly astonishing Barolo (from the Bricco Gattera cru) that epitomizes the “big boy” style that represents one of two dominant winemaking philosophies in the Langhe. This is an exuberant wine with thickly extracted notes of coffee bean, blackberry, leather and savory layers of black pepper. The wine is rich, smooth and velvety and will appeal less to Nebbiolo traditionalists.",Bricco Gattera,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cordero di Montezemolo 2006 Bricco Gattera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordero-montezemolo-2006-bricco-gattera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cordero di Montezemolo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Nebbiolo grapes, with their naturally elegant aromas of black currant and licorice, speak loudly. So does winery magic: Tones of spice, leather, cola and tobacco are derived from 24 months of careful oak aging. The tannins are fine and tight and this wine will age ten years or more.",Bricco Rocche Bricco Rocche,252,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2005 Bricco Rocche Bricco Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2005-bricco-rocche-bricco-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Ceretto 14.1,Red,US,"An absolutely lovely Pinot, the best in Gainey's long career. Dry, smooth and silky, it defines Pinot's more Burgundian side, with mushroomy notes along with perfectly ripe cherries and raspberries, accented with brilliant acidity. The oak treatment is tasteful and blends in seamlessly, offering a hint of toast. The wine treads an exciting line between ripeness and earthiness, while keeping alcohol to a refreshingly low 14.1%. This is a connoisseur's wine.",Limited Selection,48,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2008 Limited Selection Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2008-limited-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gainey ,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous Barolo opens with plush, dark concentration and deep aromatic layers of smoked beef, mineral, cola, mesquite wood, blackberry and exotic spice. This dark, masculine expression also makes a lasting impression in the mouth thanks to the richness and persistency of the finish.",Vigna Cappella di Santo Stefano,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 2006 Vigna Cappella di Santo Stefano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-rocche-manzoni-2006-vigna-cappella-santo-stefano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Now at its peak of maturity, this is a gorgeous toast and spice flavored Champagne. It has richness, refined acidity, a powerful concentration of yeasty almonds, a taut texture and a final flavor that is straight, true, perfectly balanced.",Dom Ruinart Brut,150,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart 1998 Dom Ruinart Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-1998-dom-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Ruinart ,Red,Italy,"Rocche Barolo is another homerun for Vietti. You'll fall in love with the wine's rich intensity and the ensuing complexity that becomes apparent as the wine spends more time in the glass. Thanks to a continuing evolution, you'll recognize aromas of wild berry, smoke, crushed stone, licorice, cola and mesquite. The tannins are silky and smooth. Hold ten years or more.",Rocche,130,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vietti 2006 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2006-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Vietti ,Red,Italy,"Moccagatta's expression from the Basarin cru will blow you away. This thickly extracted Barbaresco opens with a rich, dark appearance and opulent aromas of sweet spice, leather, toasted almond, vanilla and ripe cherry fruit. This is a big, masculine wine that would pair with pork medallions and caramelized onions. The finish is soft and slightly sweet. Keep it in your cellar 10 years or more. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Basarin,,95,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Moccagatta 2007 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moccagatta-2007-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Moccagatta ,Red,Italy,"Massolino's Parafada Barolo is a stunningly beautiful wine with bold, confident aromas of black fruit, tobacco, cigar box, cherry cola, clove, nutmeg and vanilla bean. The mouthfeel is bright, lively, velvety and, generally speaking, the 2006 vintage represents a big jump over 2005.",Parafada,94,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 2006 Parafada (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2006-parafada-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Massolino 12,Sparkling,France,"A wonderful wine that has preserved its freshness while welcoming elements of toasty maturity. It is crisp, definitely on the dry side, with red currants, bright wild strawberries over the purest acidity. It's sure to age over many years, but, if you must, can be drunk now.",Grand Siècle Alexandra Brut Rosé,390,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1998 Grand Siècle Alexandra Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1998-grand-siecle-alexandra-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Laurent-Perrier 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Nutty and toasty, this is already maturing. It has a ripe, soft texture, deliciously balanced between acidity, grapefruit and riper peach flavors. It feels sumptuous, rich and certainly ready to drink.",Dom Pérignon Brut,,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 2000 Dom Pérignon Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-2000-dom-perignon-brut-champagne-121481/,Champagne Blend,2000,Moët & Chandon ,Red,Italy,"With a strong line of women at the helm of the winery, Josetta Saffirio is now run by the young Sara Vezza. Her Barolo Persiera is particularly impressive thanks to its bold, pulsing fruit nuances and the refined nature of its spice, tobacco and cola elements. The wine finishes with long floral flavors and polished tannins.",Persiera,70,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Josetta Saffirio 2006 Persiera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josetta-saffirio-2006-persiera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Josetta Saffirio 12,Sparkling,France,"Elegance and finesse mark this beautiful wine. It has a tight minerality to go with white fruits, crisp apple juice, a hint of yeast and the purest acidity. With this structure, it should age gracefully for many years.",L'Amour de Deutz Brut,,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2000 L'Amour de Deutz Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2000-lamour-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Deutz ,Red,Italy,"Cantina Bartolo Mascarello, one of the feistiest and most historic estates in the Langhe, has crafted an amazing Barolo in 2006 that delivers both elegance and opulence. It's a richly layered and complex wine with a natural fullness and generosity that really sits well on the palate. Cellar this wine 10 years or more.",,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-bartolo-mascarello-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 14.9,Red,US,"A big wine, rather ponderous now in the size and forwardness of its fruit and the volume of mainly new French oak. The fruit is massive, suggesting black and red sour cherry candy, with oak influences of smoky char and pencil shavings, and complex notes of minerals and sweet violet flowers. But it all needs time to come together. Tasted in a large flight of 2007 Rutherford Cabernets and Bordeaux blends, this was easily the star. Really hard to exaggerate the wine's beauty and elegance. Best 2013–2019, at least.",,175,96,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Staglin ,Red,Italy,"It's hard to beat the quality achieved by this spectacular wine. Luciano Sandrone's Barolo from the Cannubi Boschis cru is creamy, rich, opulent and sophisticated. It oozes flavors of espresso, ripe cherry, cassis, cola and licorice. In the mouth, it is extraordinarily bright and generous and the seamless finish can be counted in long minutes. And, the best news is: this wine will only improve with time.",Cannubi Boschis,150,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luciano Sandrone 2006 Cannubi Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciano-sandrone-2006-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Luciano Sandrone ,Sparkling,France,"Although the aromas are toasty, the flavors are still so fresh, rich, complex. This is a wonderful expression of taut minerality, pure citrus zest and then a wood-toast character that gives the wine both richness and sophistication. Given the fresh, intense fruit, this will certainly age for many years.",Brut,350,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1998 Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1998-brut-champagne-122548/,Champagne Blend,1998,Krug 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Really taut, tight wine, its mature toastiness embedded in a steely, mineral, very dry texture. The acidity is assertive, wonderfully refreshing, so crisp. It may be 18 years old, but it looks likely to age for several years yet.",Grand Vintage Collection Brut,,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1992 Grand Vintage Collection Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1992-grand-vintage-collection-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Moët & Chandon 12,Sparkling,France,"Intensely Chardonnay, this beautiful wine, named after the ancient rulers of Champagne, is pure mineral, green and citrus fruits, a steely shaft of pure concentration. Now just with a light touch of toast, this still will mature for several years.",Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs,180,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1999 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1999-comtes-champagne-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Taittinger ,Red,Italy,"Costa Grimaldi is a spectacular wine that surprises with every sip thanks to its intensity and the extraordinary quality of its mouthfeel. Initially, the wine is soft and yielding with tones of red cherry, chocolate, cola, licorice and mineral. It grows even more opulent and velvety in the mouth thanks to its fine texture and tannins. Keep this wine in your cellar ten years plus.",Costa Grimaldi,70,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2006 Costa Grimaldi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2006-costa-grimaldi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This 20-year-old Champagne, just released by Moët, is beautiful, ripe, toasty, the fruit translated into almonds, French toast and searing, intense mature acidity. Disgorged in 2007, it is just now at its peak.",Dom Pérignon Oenothèque Rosé Brut,,97,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1990 Dom Pérignon Oenothèque Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1990-dom-perignon-oenotheque-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Moët & Chandon 12,Sparkling,France,"Exceptionally rich and dense, an exceptional wine that reveals itself in layers, from the first fruit attack to the mineral texture and the way it gradually fills the mouth. Selected from old vines, there is a great flavor in this wine, with the promise of many years' aging.",Cristal Brut,229,97,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2004 Cristal Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2004-cristal-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Louis Roederer ,Red,Italy,"Wow: simply wonderful! This wine will blow you away on all levels. The intensity, the quality of the mouthfeel, the fine focus of the fruit and spice aromas and its long persistency are stratospheric. It's a dark, brooding expression of Nebbiolo with enough of an aromatic motor to carry it forward many years, if not decades of cellar aging. The Rivetto family has produced a masterpiece.",Riserva,,97,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2004 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Rivetto 12,Sparkling,France,"With all the extreme intensity of this vintage, this wine brings even more. The start of cookie yeast and toast character, a vibrant mineral texture, hints of spice, green herbs and a final white peach flavor. It is still young, just keep aging.",Cuvée des Enchanteleurs Brut,185,97,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot 1996 Cuvée des Enchanteleurs Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-1996-cuvee-enchanteleurs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Henriot ,Red,Italy,"Bravo! The Brunate cru has awarded Vietti with a stellar product: a wine that is unusually dark and plush with impressive intensity and crafted aromas of black fruit, spice, earth, licorice, balsam and gianduia chocolate-hazelnut spread. The soft, velvety texture is seductively delicious and the wine will age many long, glorious years.",Brunate,130,97,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vietti 2006 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2006-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Vietti ,Sparkling,France,"Disgorged in 2009, this is a toasty wine, rich and concentrated. The idea of long aging before disgorging the yeast cells is to build up the unique complexity of the wine. In this Bollinger has succeeded magnificently. An opulent wine, with aging potential for 10 years or more.",RD Brut Champagne,260,97,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1997 RD Brut Champagne (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1997-rd-brut-champagne-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Bollinger 12,Sparkling,France,"A glorious Champagne, now at the peak of its powers and maturity. It is rich, creamy, lightly toasty, cookies and yeast propelling the fruits and acidity forward into a wonderful texture. This wine confirms Henriot's place at the top tables of Champagne.",Cuvée des Enchanteleurs Brut,170,98,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot 1995 Cuvée des Enchanteleurs Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-1995-cuvee-enchanteleurs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Henriot 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A magnificent Champagne, one that is light, delicate, yet packed with character. It is beautifully balanced, with a bone-dry character, just softened by the toastiness that is developing. Expect this to age for many years.",Dom Pérignon Oenothèque Brut,385,99,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1996 Dom Pérignon Oenothèque Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1996-dom-perignon-oenotheque-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Moët & Chandon 12,Sparkling,France,"A wine that has created its own universe. It has a unique, special softness that allies with the total purity that comes from a small, enclosed single vineyard. The fruit is almost irrelevant here, because it comes as part of a much deeper complexity. This is a great wine, at the summit of Champagne, a sublime, unforgettable experience.",Clos du Mesnil,1400,100,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1998 Clos du Mesnil Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1998-clos-mesnil-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Krug 13.2,White,Argentina,"Smells like corn stalks and also of oxidation. The palate is wet but shapeless, and the flavors are waxy and jumbled. It's yet another pass-it-by, underperforming Mendoza Chardonnay.",,14,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cinco Sentidos 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinco-sentidos-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Cinco Sentidos 12.5,Sparkling,Argentina,Red in color and flat in terms of bubbles and mouthfeel. It smells and tastes burnt and bitter. This is an odd conconction made from Malbec that's barely acceptable.,Serie Terra Spakling,14,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 2009 Serie Terra Spakling Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-2009-serie-terra-spakling-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Viniterra 14.1,White,US,"Unripe and sour, with ammonia aromas and flavors that barely veer into gooseberries.",Massa Ranch,25,80,California,Napa,Yountville,Hopper Creek 2009 Massa Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2009-massa-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-napa-yountville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hopper Creek 13.9,Red,US,Syrupy and tired. Not much going on with this raspberry-flavored Zin.,,20,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Headbanger 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/headbanger-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Headbanger 13,Red,Portugal,"Raw, rustic wine, its tannins hardened by excessive acidity. It just about works as a rough and ready red.",Vale de Lobos,12,80,Ribatejo,,,Quinta da Ribeirinha 2007 Vale de Lobos Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ribeirinha-2007-vale-lobos-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta da Ribeirinha 13,White,Argentina,"Shows barely any color and then a hard, vapid, no-fruit bouquet. The mouthfeel is citric and the tastes range from lemon to lemon. Pithy, tart and frankly it's a barely drinkable rendition of Argentina's signature white grape.",Reserva,11,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2009 Reserva Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2009-reserva-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Nieto Senetiner 14.3,Red,US,"Porty and dull. Almost undrinkable, except for some decent berry and currant flavors.",El Matador,22,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ripken 2006 El Matador Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ripken-2006-el-matador-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2006,Ripken 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Murky, stewy, soupy aromas deliver little to no freshness or fruit, while the palate is tannic and tastes bitter, mildly weedy and minty. Seems roasted and devoid of quality. Unclean and unimpressive.",Vástago de Gea,15,80,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Staphyle 2008 Vástago de Gea Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staphyle-2008-vastago-gea-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Staphyle 12,Red,Spain,"A fairly unclean wine with leafy cough-drop aromas. The palate is weak and washed out, with stemmy red-fruit flavors. Spiced and leafy on the finish.",Joven,6,81,Spain Other,Spain,,Viña do Val NV Joven Red (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-do-val-nv-joven-red-other/,Red Blend,,Viña do Val 13.1,Red,US,"Smells sharp and jammy and tastes tart and acidic, with jellied cherry flavors leading to a sugary finish.",Fióre Marcheschi,24,81,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Irish Monkey Cellars 2009 Fióre Marcheschi Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irish-monkey-cellars-2009-fiore-marcheschi-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Irish Monkey Cellars 13,Red,France,"Raw and earthy, a wine that has some juicy fruits, along with a beetroot flavor.",Bourgogne Pinot Noir,,81,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Michel Picard 2008 Bourgogne Pinot Noir (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2008-bourgogne-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2008,Michel Picard 12.5,Red,US,A sharply bitter wine with sweet and sour flavors whose mouthfeel leaves plenty to be desired.,,20,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Parkers Estate 13.1,Red,US,"Smells and tastes overripe and Porty, with raisin and caramel notes, a feels harsh and hot.",,24,81,California,Napa,Napa County,Irish Monkey Cellars 2008 Merlot (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irish-monkey-cellars-2008-merlot-napa-county/,Merlot,2008,Irish Monkey Cellars 13.5,Red,Spain,"Stemmy and raw smelling; similar in the mouth. The palate is narrow and sheer, while the flavors lean toward tart red cherry and rhubarb. Peppery and underwhelming.",Tempranillo,8,81,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Viña Albali 2009 Tempranillo Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-albali-2009-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2009,Viña Albali 13,Red,France,"The wine shows tannins and bitter chocolate, then only dilute fruit. It is still unbalanced and likely to remain so.",Tradition,,81,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Cabredon 2004 Tradition (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabredon-2004-tradition-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Cabredon 14.4,Red,US,"An unbalanced wine, semisweet and jellied in raspberries and cherries, but with vegetal tastes.",Rubystone,13,81,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2008 Rubystone Grenache-Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2008-rubystone-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Grenache-Syrah,2008,Ventana 12.5,White,France,The acidity is the problem here. It is out of balance with what seems to be a layer of sweetness that leaves a huge hole in the middle. Screw cap.,,,81,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Michel Picard 2008 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Michel Picard 14.7,Red,US,"Thin in berry flavor, with a harsh mouthfeel and even some moldy tastes. It's bone dry on the finish.",Classique,20,81,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2008 Classique Mourvèdre (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2008-classique-mourvedre-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Mourvèdre,2008,Holly's Hill 13.8,Red,US,"Sweet and soft, with ripe berry flavors that veer into grilled cherries, chocolate and even Port. The finish is frankly sweet.",Chateaux du Lovall,32,82,California,Napa,Napa County,Robert James Lynch 2008 Chateaux du Lovall Red (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-james-lynch-2008-chateaux-lovall-red-napa-county/,Red Blend,2008,Robert James Lynch 11,Sparkling,Spain,"Strawberry and rhubarb aromas get it going, and frankly that's about as good as it gets. The mouthfeel is so-so. but the flavors are funky and mealy, with a weedy bitterness that doesn't serve the wine well. Lacks purity, focus and persistence. Made from Pinot Noir.",Aria Brut,14,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Brut Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-brut-pinot-noir-cava-122092/,Pinot Noir,,Segura Viudas 13.9,Red,US,"Unrelieved in acidity and dryness, this red wine is hard to like. The flavors are of slightly bitter, shriveled berries. It's not flawed, just made in this style.",La Seduzione,30,82,California,California Other,California,Mosby 2006 La Seduzione Lagrein (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2006-seduzione-italian-red-lagrein-other/,Lagrein,2006,Mosby 12,White,France,"Recognizably Chenin Blanc, this just manages to give an attractive almond scent allied to sweetness and acidity. Screw cap.",,,82,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Michel Picard 2008 Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2008-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Michel Picard 13,White,Argentina,"Amid innocuous aromas of apple and green banana there's a whiff of dust on a hot radiator. The palate is wet, dilute and lacking in structure, while the flavors of pineapple and mealy apple vie with green notes akin to herbs and lettuce.",Estate Bottled,10,82,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Portillo 2009 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2009-estate-bottled-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Finca El Portillo 14,Red,Argentina,"Smells oxidized, as if it's dying. The palate is bland in feel and the flavors suggest fermented orange juice. Not hideous but uninspired; shows only a modicum of citrus character and pulse.",La Florencia,11,82,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Cassone 2009 La Florencia Sauvignon Blanc (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2009-florencia-sauvignon-blanc-lujan-cuyo/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Familia Cassone 12.5,Red,France,"This is all tannin, bitter chocolate and a dense texture. It seems to be drying out as the fruit goes, while there are few signs of softening. It suffers from the heat of 2003.",Tradition,,82,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Cabredon 2003 Tradition (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabredon-2003-tradition-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Cabredon 12,White,France,A candy shop aromas with a perfumed palate leaving a bitter taste in the mouth. The wine has acidity but just lacks freshness,Grande Cuvée,,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Grand Rolland 2009 Grande Cuvée (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-rolland-2009-grande-cuvee-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Grand Rolland 13,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, with raspberry and cherry Kool-Aid flavors.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,,Barefoot 13,Red,France,"An over-oaked wine. The lean 2007 fruit cannot cope with the wood, resulting in a wine that is one-dimensional.",,19,82,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,Château des Demoiselles 2007 Côtes de Castillon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-demoiselles-2007-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château des Demoiselles 13.9,White,US,"Simple and honey sweet, with pineapple and buttered toast flavors. Gets the job done.",Split Oak Vineyard Sur Lie,12,82,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2008 Split Oak Vineyard Sur Lie Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2008-split-oak-vineyard-sur-lie-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Morro Bay 8.5,Sparkling,Australia,"This carbonated wine is soft and low in alcohol, with a sweet-tart character that comes across as slightly confected.",The Proposition Premium Cuvée,15,82,Australia Other,Australia,,Hesketh NV The Proposition Premium Cuvée Sparkling (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hesketh-nv-proposition-premium-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Hesketh 13,Red,France,"Hard-edged wine with a metallic character and thin, tight fruit. There is a feel of old wood here and only hints of red berry fruits.",,50,82,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Coquard Loison-Fleurot 2008 Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coquard-loison-fleurot-2008-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Coquard Loison-Fleurot 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Gold in color and short on bubbles, but heavy on sweetness and residual sugar. That said, it's an advertised semidry, so a certain level of cloy is expected. But this tips too far to the sweet side, leaving nothing but refined white sugar, banana and vanilla cream. Not my cup of tea.",Carta Nevada Semi Dry,9,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Semi Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-semi-dry-sparkling-cava-122101/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Reddish in color and devoid of a visible bubble bead, this Garnacha-Monastrell cava is lacking in many ways. The nose is grassy and ashy, sort of like a spent cigar, and it's cheesy as well. In the mouth, it's fairly bland tasting, with generic, semitart flavors and a sharp finish.",Artesanía Brut Rosado,13,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Cavas Hill NV Artesanía Brut Rosado Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-hill-nv-artesania-brut-rosado-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Cavas Hill 12.5,White,Chile,"A bit skunky on the nose, with pickled green-fruit aromas. The palate is spritzy at first and then goes flat, while it tastes of generic tropical fruit and bitter greens. Soft, fleshy and hollow on the finish.",,9,82,Lontué Valley,,,Sun Valley 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sun-valley-2009-sauvignon-blanc-lontue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sun Valley 13.5,White,US,"Pretty standard Chardonnay, with a creamy texture and flavors of buttered popcorn, caramel corn and pineapple Life Savers candy.",Big Green Box 3L,20,82,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove NV Big Green Box 3L Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-nv-big-green-box-3l-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Pepperwood Grove 13.8,Red,US,"Basic Pinot, with little to recommend it beyond dryness and some decent cola flavors.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Insatiable 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/insatiable-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Insatiable 14.2,Red,US,"A simple wine. The underlying Zin is rather thin and jammy, while a clumsy overlay of oak adds unnatural vanilla and woodsap flavors.",,16,82,California,California Other,California,Bin 36 2006 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bin-36-2006-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2006,Bin 36 12,Rose,France,"A full burst of caramel announces this Merlot-based rosé. It is soft, lacking acidity, with vanilla flavors.",Grande Cuvée,,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château Grand Rolland 2009 Grande Cuvée Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-rolland-2009-grande-cuvee-rose-rose/,Rosé,2009,Château Grand Rolland 13,Sparkling,Argentina,"Smells like old peaches and tastes a bit like tangy tangerine and grapefruit. It's pithy, lumbering and fails to show any purpose, clarity or crispness. Too strange to recommend, but not undrinkable.",Sparkling Rosé,20,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma Negra 2009 Sparkling Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-negra-2009-sparkling-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alma Negra 12.5,Red,France,"A simple, fruity wine, the fruit on the lean side, with black currant flavors and fresh berry acidity. There is an unfortunate rustic edge to the tannins.",,12,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Jean 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand Jean 13.5,Red,Spain,"A strange bird with herbaceous aromas that suggest sage or juniper baking in the summer sun. The palate is acidic and sharp, with green-tinged pie cherry and plum skin flavors. Gritty on the finish, with needling tannins and a final wave of that odd juniper character. 60% Monastell and 40% Petit Verdot.",Crianza,16,82,Levante,Jumilla,,Casa de la Ermita 2006 Crianza Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ermita-2006-crianza-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2006,Casa de la Ermita 13,Red,Argentina,"A strange, light-bodied wine with aromas of animal cracker cookies, tangy raspberry and herbal weediness. The palate is weak in structure, with light-framed, herbal red-fruit flavors and a dash of pepper.",,6,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2009 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2009-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2009,Funky Llama 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made with a blend of Merlot, Cabernet and Raboso, this opens with spicy aromas of candied fruit, butterscotch and awkwardly integrated oak aromas of cedar and mesquite wood.",Donna Luna 500ml,12,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Pizzolato 2008 Donna Luna 500ml Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2008-donna-luna-500ml-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2008,Pizzolato 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Smells brambly, sour and muddy, and that's a fair indicator of what's to come. The palate is astringent and seemingly acidified, and the wine's core plum and berry flavors are weedy and murky. Not very appealing.",Vástago de Gea,15,82,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Staphyle 2008 Vástago de Gea Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staphyle-2008-vastago-gea-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Staphyle 14.5,Red,US,"This is a soft, simple and sweet wine, with cola and sugared raspberry-juice flavors.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,McManis ,White,US,"Thin and generic, this could be any basic white wine. It's got a splash of Sauvignon Blanc and Gewürztraminer in the blend, but falls flat in the mouth, with a little celery and green apple flavor quickly fading.",Girly Girl,15,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 2008 Girly Girl Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-girly-girl-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Silver Lake 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Candied and faux smelling, with a thin red-fruit palate that's sweet and generic. Fresh feeling due to high acidity but otherwise dull in taste and short on substance, flavor and concentration.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Espiritu de Argentina 13.6,Red,US,"Thin and vegetal, with barely ripened cherry flavors and lots of black pepper on the finish.",,15,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 2007 Tempranillo (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-2007-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Tempranillo,2007,Boeger 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This fresh Bardolino Chiaretto offers light bubbling and frothy foam with aromas of raspberry, white cherry and pomegranate juice. The wine is informal and light with bitter berry fruit on the close and refreshing acidity. It makes a perfect appetizer wine.",Spumante Brut Rosè,,83,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Zeni NV Spumante Brut Rosè (Bardolino Chiaretto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-nv-spumante-brut-rose-red-bardolino-chiaretto/,Corvina,,Zeni ,Red,US,"Despite the name and packaging, this is a muscular, herbal, rough-hewn Merlot. The fruit touches on rhubarb and cranberry, with a lot of leaf and herb flavors filling in the rest.",Girly Girl,19,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 2007 Girly Girl Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2007-girly-girl-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Silver Lake 14,Red,Argentina,"Mint, mocha and a slight grassiness define the nose. The mouth is narrow and sheering, with high acidity pushing tart, underdeveloped generic berry flavors. Finishes in numb, dull form, with lagging berry flavors that fail to excite.",,20,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tierra Secreta 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-secreta-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Tierra Secreta 13.5,White,Argentina,"A bit sweaty smelling, with pinched grapefruit aromas and distant citrus. The flavors say generic apple and lime, and there's a flatness to it. It's a little sugary as well. OK for a wine with pronounced low acidity.",Vástago de Gea,15,83,Other,Argentina,,Staphyle 2009 Vástago de Gea Sauvignon Blanc (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staphyle-2009-vastago-gea-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Staphyle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts with green drawn aromas and a backing of basic berry fruit. The palate is angular and intense, with lemony, high-toned flavors of generic cherry and berry. Finishes hard, tart and citric, with toughness.",Crucero Reserva,13,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2007 Crucero Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2007-crucero-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Siegel 19,Port/Sherry,US,"Sweet and crisp, but one-dimensional, with chocolate-covered cherry and cassis flavors that finish hot in alcohol.",Giubbini Vineyard Estate Zinfandel,25,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rotta 2007 Giubbini Vineyard Estate Zinfandel Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotta-2007-giubbini-vineyard-estate-zinfandel-port-blend-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Port,2007,Rotta 15,Dessert,Italy,"Nanerone opens with an inky, black color and jammy aromas of strawberry jam, dried prune, raisin, blackberry pie and some light shadings of sweet Christmas spice. It drinks like maple syrup—it's sweet, thick and heavy in the mouth.",Nanerone 500 ml,35,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Piandibugnano 2006 Nanerone 500 ml Aleatico (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piandibugnano-2006-nanerone-500-ml-italian-red-aleatico-toscana/,Aleatico,2006,Piandibugnano 13,Red,Argentina,"Citric smelling, with floral notes and dampness. The palate is more thin and grating than expected, with red fruit, citrus, cherry sucking candy and graham cracker flavors. Finishes a bit edgy and candied, and overall it's generic with little personality.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Origin 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Origin 13.5,White,Argentina,"Big and over the top, with chunky, bland aromas of baked apples and overripe citrus. The palate is full, thickly textured and dull, with chunky, generic citrus and apple flavors. Finishes mealy.",Los Cardos,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2009 Los Cardos Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-los-cardos-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Doña Paula 13.5,White,US,"This is a soft, simple wine that tastes like a fruit juice blend of pineapples, oranges and mangoes. It's a little sweet.",Selected Vineyards,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2009 Selected Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-selected-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Concannon 12.5,Red,France,"Soft, sweetly fruity wine, with the lightest touch of tannin. It is brightly acidic with a rustic edge. Fresh, ripe fruits are a good finishing touch. Screw cap.",Pinot Noir,12,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Cox 2007 Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cox-2007-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cox 14,White,Chile,"Oily aromas include sulfur and matchstick. The palate is full and bulky, what some might label cloying. The flavors are pure pineapple syrup, while the finish is very sweet. Teeters toward unctuous.",,10,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2009 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2009-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Carmen 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Curious stalky fruit aromas don't translate well in this rather lean wine. It has black currant fruits, light tannins, prominent acidity, but lacks balanced density.",DFJ Tinta Roriz-Merlot,13,83,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 DFJ Tinta Roriz-Merlot Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-dfj-tinta-roriz-merlot-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14.9,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, with an irregular mouthfeel. Feels tartly acidic, with a bitter raisin skin toughness, although there are some nice blackberry flavors.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Clautiere 13,Red,US,"Gets the Merlot basics done by being dry and medium-bodied, with everyday cherry, red currant, herb and oak flavors.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-merlot-other/,Merlot,,Barefoot 13,Red,US,"Soft, dry and simple, with enough berry and cherry flavors to satisfy your basic Cabernet needs.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Barefoot 14.5,Red,US,"A decent, everyday Pinot Noir. it's silky and crisp, with pleasant berry flavors and a touch of smoky oak.",,26,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bin 36 2007 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bin-36-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bin 36 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out murky, gassy and challenged, and while it does emerge from that cloud it remains little more than bargain-priced, borderline Tempranillo from an obscure central Spain region. The palate shows generic, herbal black fruit and the finish is acceptable.",Mesta,7,83,Central Spain,Uclés,,Bodegas Fontana 2008 Mesta Tempranillo (Uclés),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fontana-2008-mesta-tempranillo-ucles/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Fontana 12,White,France,"Soft, open wine, layering apricot and pear juice with some acidity that is fresh, rather than apple crisp. The wine is a little dilute and need to be drunk.",,11,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Julian 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julian-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Julian 12.5,White,France,"Light and dilute, this is a pleasant wine, soft with hints of pineapple and a fresh aftertaste. Screw cap.",,12,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château d'Haurets 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dhaurets-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château d'Haurets 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with a foxy, jumpy, jammy set of aromas. The palate is also jammy and amorphous, with candied berry flavors and a drab, tangy, almost peppery finish.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Notro 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notro-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Notro 13,White,Argentina,"Blowsy and tropical, with aromatic flabbiness. The feel is acceptable and the flavors of papaya and dry white fruits bring some saucy, resiny qualities. Finishes with sappy, resiny oak notes and just enough Chardonnay character to not be disastrous.",Reserva,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2009-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Nieto Senetiner ,White,US,"Pinot Gris is a fast-rising grape in Washington, but most plantings are young, and prone to being a bit over-cropped. Whatever the case, this is sharp and acidic and does not have the concentration of fruit it needs. Green apples and celery flavors lead into a short, sharp finish.",,11,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex II 2008 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-ii-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Apex II 16.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Generally speaking, most Amontillados are good at their worst, but for whatever reason this wine barely makes the grade. It lacks pop on the nose and seems dilute and drab. In the mouth, the flavors strike as sour and sharp, but also musty and weak. With so many fine Sherries available, this one seems like a laggard.",Viña AB Amontillado Seco,18,83,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Viña AB Amontillado Seco Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-vina-ab-amontillado-seco-sherry-palomino-jerez/,Palomino,,González Byass 14.8,White,US,"Too sweet, like pineapple, orange and lemon soda with a squeeze of vanilla. Has some nice acidity, though.",,26,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,TV Celadon 2009 Grenache Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tv-celadon-2009-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Grenache Blanc,2009,TV Celadon ,White,US,"A pear-flavored Pinot Gris from Yakima valley fruit. The fruit is limned with well-defined skin flavors, and the wine has a light tawny color. It starts off well, then stops short with a plastic, Band-Aid finish.",Girly Girl,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 2008 Girly Girl Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-girly-girl-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Silver Lake 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Super floral, like lady's bath powder mixed with raspberry blossom. But that's where the pleasantries end; the palate is rubbery and hard as pavement, with gamy, cooked flavors that narrow down to a tough, tannic finish. Only 250 cases made, so it's more of an experimental wine than something commercial.",Cuarzo,75,83,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 Cuarzo Petit Verdot (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-cuarzo-petit-verdot-petite-lujan-cuyo/,Petit Verdot,2007,Viña Alicia 8,Sparkling,Australia,"Rather restrained for a Muscat-based wine, with modest citrus notes dominating this soft, off-dry sparkler. Simple, but clean and well made.",Emeri Moscato,13,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Moscato Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-emeri-moscato-sparkling-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli 13.5,Red,US,"Though the nose wafts of sugary sweet cherry pie and cola, Glenora's Merlot is surprisingly vegetal on the palate with an abundance of green pepper and leafy flavors throughout. So soft in both tannins and acidity, there's not a lot of structure or heft either.",,25,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2008 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2008-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2008,Glenora 13,White,Argentina,"Creamy, bland and short on kick, aromas and flavors. The palate is spongey and tastes of creamed apple, light herbs and white pepper. It's inoffensive but not worth much attention. Finishes a bit vegetal as well.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Uva Negra 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uva-negra-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Uva Negra 13.5,Red,US,"There are bitter tannins in this bone-dry wine. It's also thin in cherry and currant fruit. But it's clean, and at this price, a good, sound everyday sipper.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-harvest-by-rh-phillips-nv-merlot-other/,Merlot,,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips 10.5,Rose,US,"Here's your basic white Zin, fruity and slightly sweet, with jammy raspberry and vanilla flavors. Crisp acidity fortunately provides needed balance.",White,9,83,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2009 White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2009-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Fetzer 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This playful blend of air-dried white grapes (Prosecco and Incrocio Manzoni) offers simple aromas of honey and peach backed by some dried hay and citrus. Made with organically-grown grapes, this dessert wine is sweet and thick on the close.",Alba Chiara Passito 500ml,12,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Pizzolato NV Alba Chiara Passito 500ml White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-nv-alba-chiara-passito-500ml-white-veneto/,White Blend,,Pizzolato 13.5,Red,US,"Harsh in the mouth, with upfront acidity and powdery tannins, and the cherry, cola and cedar flavors aren't rich enough to stand up. Call it rustic. Drink now.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,EOS 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft, ripe wine with some attractive red berry fruits, touches of mint and leather tannic edge.",Património,16,83,Lisboa,,,Caves Bonifacio 2008 Património Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-bonifacio-2008-patrimonio-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Caves Bonifacio 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells like a burning hay stack, and otherwise it's neutral. The palate has heft but little else, and the flavors of baked apple run resiny and sweet. Finishes mealy and dull; just another in a long line of uninspiring, mediocre Argentine Chards.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Carlos Basso 14.7,Red,US,"Dry, harsh and thin in the mouth, with some unripe moldy notes next to the cherries and raspberries. A tough wine to like.",Patriarche,30,81,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2008 Patriarche G-S-M (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2008-patriarche-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,G-S-M,2008,Holly's Hill 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Pale pink in color, this is stylish rosé. It has the intense acidity of the 1996 vintage, meaning that it still tastes young, crisp, vibrant. The only suggestion that this is 14 years old is in the slight toastiness. But it should go on for many more years.",Dom Ruinart Brut Rosé,295,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart 1996 Dom Ruinart Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-1996-dom-ruinart-brut-rose-champagne-122507/,Champagne Blend,1996,Ruinart ,Red,Italy,"Neirane is a balanced Barolo with soft notes of cherry, black fruit and spice wrapped tight around a solid core of quality fruit. The wine tastes tight and tannic at this young age (it makes your mouth pucker) but it's a very nice example of a beautifully made Nebbiolo.",Neirane,45,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Agostino Bosco 2006 Neirane (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-bosco-2006-neirane-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Agostino Bosco 14,Red,Chile,"Chile's most expensive wine is excellent, and with only 50 cases being imported it's definitely a collector's edition. The nose is deep, dense and black as night, with olive, tobacco, coconut and bold black fruit aromas. The palate is racy and tannic, and the flavors of plum, cassis, blackberry, chocolate, prune and fig are elevated. A tough and ribald wine that will be at its best from 2012–2015.",Viñedo Chadwick,260,92,Maipo Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 Viñedo Chadwick Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-vinedo-chadwick-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Errazuriz ,Red,Italy,"Very different than the 2005 vintage, Barolo Le Coste from Giacomo Grimaldi opens with a brownish-amber color and ripe berry or candied fruit aromas. There are beautifully fine aromas of tar, asphalt and licorice in the background that help balance it out. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Le Coste,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Grimaldi 2006 Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-grimaldi-2006-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Grimaldi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant and refined Barolo with focused aromas of black fruit, drying mineral and root beer. There's also a playful side that emerges thanks to the wine's ripe and plush mouthfeel. Sure, it's a structured, tannic wine but its fine texture helps make it approachable within the next five years or so.",Vigna Mandorlo,75,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 2005 Vigna Mandorlo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2005-vigna-mandorlo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giacosa Fratelli ,Red,Italy,"Here's an expression of Nebbiolo from the celebrated Bussia cru that opens with juicy fruit tones of cherry and blackberry backed by charred notes of campfire, cured beef, cigar box, leather and crushed granite. The tannins here boast a very polished, almost squeaky quality. Hold for five more years at least.",Bussia,52,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacosa Fratelli 15.1,Red,US,"A little soft in acidity, in the way of Paso wines, but with just-in-time zest and tannins that give the flavors some structure. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with 14% Petit Verdot, the wine is dry and rich, with blackberry, currant, cola, dark chocolate, violet, anise and cedar flavors. One of the more complex Bordeaux-style wines from this area. Drink now.",Suendero,49,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2007 Suendero Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2007-suendero-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Vina Robles 14,Red,Italy,"Bernardot is a bold and plump expression of Barbaresco with soft, ripe tannins and expressive aromatic layers of cherry, plum, prune and new leather. The elegance and detailed nature of Nebbiolo shines through but the emphasis here is on opulence and richness overall.",Bricco Asili Bernardot,81,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 2006 Bricco Asili Bernardot (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2006-bricco-asili-bernardot-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Ceretto 14.5,Red,US,"This new brand is sourced from various vineyards throughout the valley. It's very ripe and interesting, offering the rich flavors and balance of the vintage. Gentle now in blackberries, black currants, anise and sweet cedar wood, and should develop over the next 5–6 years.",,52,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,6 North 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/6-north-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,6 North ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful, vineyard-designate Barbaresco from the Ausario cru is marked by distinctive mineral notes of graphite and slate followed by pristine aromas of wild berries, tar and light smoke. The wine is plump, thick and enduring with highly polished tannins. Drink after 2015.",Ausario,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Molino 2007 Ausario (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-2007-ausario-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Molino ,Red,Italy,"Here's an earthy, savory expression of Barolo from the prized La Serra cru that truly shows Nebbiolo typicity. You'll recognize aromas of iron and mineral backed by cola, white mushroom, tar and cassis fruit. That earthy personality is followed by drying, dusty tannins and the wine is exceptionally long on the finish.",La Serra,57,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2006 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2006-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Marcarini ,Red,Italy,"Milky chocolate and creamy almond paste open the nose of this ripe and rich Barolo. Shadings of citrus, spice, plum, licorice and root beer add to the complexity. This is a pure, elegant and traditional expression of Nebbiolo that needs another five to 10 years in the cellar.",Acclivi,50,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 2006 Acclivi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comm-g-b-burlotto-2006-acclivi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 13.5,White,Austria,"Perfumed and restrained, with aromas of rose oil. The wine is balanced, elegant, restrained, acidity pairing with flavors of star fruit, peach and just a touch of spicy sweetness.",Steintal,,91,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2008 Steintal Roter Traminer (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2008-steintal-other-white-roter-traminer-sudoststeiermark/,Roter Traminer,2008,Neumeister 14.8,Red,US,"Impresses for the sheer volume of fruit, offering waves of pie filling raspberries, cherries and red currants, with notes of cocoa, bacon, sweet oak and savory spices. A good bite of Central Coast acidity fortunately brings briskness to the richness. Drink now–2012.",Las Alturas Vineyard,44,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Belle Glos 2008 Las Alturas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2008-las-alturas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Belle Glos ,Red,Italy,"Here's a distinctive expression of Nebbiolo with aromas of sweet cherry, vanilla, caramel, ground clove, cassis and moist pipe tobacco. The wine is tart and streamlined in the mouth with impressive intensity and persistency.",Rocche,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brovia 2006 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brovia-2006-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Brovia ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the Gattera vineyard of La Morra opens with bold personality and chiseled aromas of cola, spice, black fruit, root beer, licorice, dried tobacco and herbs. The wine holds the banner high as far as Nebbiolo tradition goes and offers a long, spice- filled finish. Drink after 2015.",Vigne Gattera,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Bovio 2006 Vigne Gattera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-bovio-2006-vigne-gattera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianfranco Bovio ,Red,Italy,"There's a very interesting and unique Asian quality here that reveals itself on the nose as saffron, soya, clove and Chinese barbecue sauce. The wine is lean and compact in the mouth with a long, silky finish: Hold five to 10 years in your cellar.",Sorano Coste & Bricco,70,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 2006 Sorano Coste & Bricco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2006-sorano-coste-bricco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Ascheri ,Red,Italy,"This is a straightforward and genuine Barolo with deep layers of bright fruit, spice and mineral packaged seamlessly together as a whole. In the mouth, the wine is clean and elegant with dry, finely textured tannins.",Cerretta,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Ettore 2006 Cerretta (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-ettore-2006-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Germano Ettore ,Red,Italy,"The Brunate cru, with denser soils, is known for meatier, more structured wines. This Barolo offers elegance, power and complexity with lingering aromas of exotic spice, black fruit and root beer. It's also exceptionally bright and lively in the mouth and would pair with a hearty wintery dish such as beef Bourguignon.",Le Brunate,65,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Rinaldi 2006 Le Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-rinaldi-2006-le-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Francesco Rinaldi ,Red,Italy,"This is a big Barbaresco executed in a bold, modern style that can either be consumed immediately, or can be put aside to age in your cellar. Soft layers of spice, nutmeg and vanilla are enhanced by bursting flavors of cherry and blueberry. The wine is rich, dense and opulent overall.",Sori Paolin,55,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Luisin 2007 Sori Paolin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-2007-sori-paolin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Luisin 13.5,White,Austria,"Planted with cuttings from many Austrian wine regions, the Aussere Bergen vineyard produces a ripe, full wine, packed with yellow fruits, spice and a feeling of opulence, while always balanced.",Aussere Bergen,24,91,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2009 Aussere Bergen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2009-aussere-bergen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Zull 13.5,White,US,"Tangent makes the best, most consistent unoaked Sauvignon Blanc in California. The 2009 is another classic, offering brilliantly clean, crisp flavors of citrus fruits, green apples and gooseberries. Just beautiful.",Paragon Vineyard,13,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2009 Paragon Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2009-paragon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tangent 14.5,Red,Italy,"Wow, what a wonderful wine, delivering rich notes of black fruit, vanilla, cherry and spice. But the aromas are in no way obvious. In fact, this is an ethereal and elegant wine that pays attention to the little details, like the light shadings of polished stone and violets that liven up the long finish. Drink after 2018.",Cascina Nuova,45,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2006 Cascina Nuova (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2006-cascina-nuova-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Elvio Cogno 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the Etude signature of extraordinary richness and great structure, along with the paradox of early appeal combined with ageability. Floods the mouth with raspberry, cherry, orange zest, Dr. Pepper cola, vanilla and sweet oak flavors that turn dry and refined in the finish. This bottling continues to be one of the best, most flamboyantly enjoyable Carneros Pinot Noirs.",Temblor,60,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2007 Temblor Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2007-temblor-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Etude ,Red,Italy,"From the Castiglione Falletto subzone, this classic Barolo delivers delicate aromas of spice, eucalyptus, root beer, hazelnut, underbrush and smoked ham. You'll even notice savory elements of prosciutto or bresaola. The mouthfeel is elegant and bright with drying tannins.",,55,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Livia Fontana 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livia-fontana-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Livia Fontana ,Red,Italy,"Focused aromas of tar, asphalt, wild berries and blue flowers open the nose of this bright and lively Barbaresco. The wine offers aromatic nuances that peel back slowly and seductively to reveal red fruit and spice. In the mouth, it delivers firm, drying tannins and bitter cherry.",,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,La Ganghija 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ganghija-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,La Ganghija 14,Rose,US,"Kudos to Jorian Hill for crafting a rosé that's truly dry. It's a sophisticated, elegant blush wine with subtle raspberry, herb, rose petal, spice and mineral flavors, finished with a wonderfully clean scour of acidity. This Provençal blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre is one of the best rosés of the yearn and is reasonably priced.",Hope Springs Eternal,18,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2009 Hope Springs Eternal Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2009-hope-springs-eternal-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2009,Jorian Hill ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Bergeisa reveals itself to be an elegant and sophisticated wine with delicate shadings of lead pencil, earthy tones, fragrant violets and black currants. The mouthfeel is tight with finely textured tannins and the finish is very polished and refined.",Bergeisa,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Le Strette 2006 Bergeisa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-strette-2006-bergeisa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Le Strette 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Smooth, nutty character, with fine maturity along with grapefruit acidity. The Champagne is beautifully elegant, with hints of orange zest, finishing with a balanced toastiness.",Brut Millesimé,69,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1999 Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1999-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Laurent-Perrier 14.2,Red,US,"The percentage of Grenache has been bumped up in Rôtie's second vintage, now at 70%, with the rest an even split between Syrah and Mourvèdre. Soft and spicy scents are laced with a mix of rock and vanilla. This nicely structured yet approachable wine might be mistaken for a Washington take on Priorat. The underlying minerality gives the light, plummy fruit a solid footing, and extends the length considerably.",Southern Blend Red,35,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Rôtie Cellars 2008 Southern Blend Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotie-cellars-2008-southern-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Rôtie Cellars 14.3,White,US,"This is tight when first opened, with a hard-edged herbal character. Beneath that shell are richer, tropical fruit flavors of ripe banana, yellow apple and a hint of papaya; and with plenty of breathing time the wine softens and opens out. Roughly two thirds of the barrels were new French oak; and that is still being resolved into the fruit. This wine has a good 6–8 years of life ahead of it, but if you are drinking it now, decant it.",,30,91,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Tranche 2007 Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2007-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,Tranche 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is 100% Pinot Noir, which gives richness to the wine. It is generous, with red apple and pear flavors, still very fresh. An attractive final bite says that it will age.",Cuvée Garance Blanc de Rouges,150,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot 2002 Cuvée Garance Blanc de Rouges (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-2002-cuvee-garance-blanc-rouges-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Thiénot ,Red,Italy,"Vigneto La Villa opens with ripe, pulpy fruit and fresh aromas of plum, blackberry, crushed mineral and exotic spice. The wine takes on a ruby color and there is slight browning on the edges. The mouthfeel shows great balance between the fresh acidity and drying tannins. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Vigneto La Villa,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Seghesio 2006 Vigneto La Villa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2006-vigneto-villa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Seghesio 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and a touch shy at first, with lightly floral aromas that blend well with the scents of baked plum, prune and blackberry. It's heavy and cheek-grabbing, but also hugely flavorful and loaded with cassis, blackberry, herbs and tobacco. Long as a marathon on the finish. Drink from 2011 through 2014. 1,000 cases made.",Founder's Selection,35,91,Maipo Valley,,,Echeverria 2006 Founder's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2006-founders-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Echeverria ,Red,US,"This Right Bank-styled blend includes 19% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot. Despite its high (15.3%) alcohol, it's a meaty, complex wine that drinks much lighter. The berry/cherry fruit flavors are woven into a tapestry of earth, herb and spice, smooth and detailed, and the wine has a mouth-pleasing seamless quality that invites another sip, and another.",,26,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dumas Station 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dumas-station-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Dumas Station ,Red,Italy,This moderately oak-driven Barbaresco from the Basarin cru delivers rich layers of spice and vanilla lavished over wild berries and white cherries. The wine is silky and smooth with drying tannins on the close.,Basarin Vigna Gianmatè,52,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giacosa Fratelli 2007 Basarin Vigna Gianmatè (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2007-basarin-vigna-gianmate-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacosa Fratelli 13.5,Red,Italy,"The Bussia cru boasts elegant, feminine wines and this expression is no exception. You'll get tight aromas of blue flower, cassis, wet earth and white chocolate. The wine is elegant and silky on the close. The young tannins need another five years of cellar aging to soften.",Bussia,52,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 2005 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2005-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giacosa Fratelli 12,Sparkling,France,"Once called Crémant de Cramant, this has long been Mumm's signature Champagne. Creamy and soft, it is deliciously balanced, a wine that is both crisp and toasty, with mouthwatering acidity to go with its white currant and green apple flavors.",Mumm de Cramant Grand Cru Brut,75,91,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Mumm de Cramant Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-mumm-de-cramant-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne-122518/,Chardonnay,,G. H. Mumm ,Red,Italy,"A sensation of polished black stone with cherry, leather, tar and spice opens the nose of this beautifully elegant Barolo made with fruit sourced from the Case Nere vineyard. The wine is soft, modern and plush with a rich velvety finish and a savory end note.",Vigna Case Nere,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Casetta 2006 Vigna Case Nere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2006-vigna-case-nere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Fratelli Casetta ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Lorens offers a hearty, meaty expression of Barolo that would pair with beef and wild mushroom stew or bacon-wrapped quail served with wild rice. The wine boasts deep, concentrated extraction with aromas of bresaola, smoke, spice, ripe cherry and red rose accents. It's thick and long lasting with slightly textured tannins.",Lorens,75,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Eredi Lodali 2006 Lorens (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eredi-lodali-2006-lorens-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Eredi Lodali 12,Sparkling,France,"In the case of this Champagne's label, it's the women seducing the man. And, yes, this is an elegant Champagne, dominated by crisp Chardonnay acidity, ripe apples and citrus. There is minerality to add to the stylish mix.",Séduction Brut,60,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Ellner 1999 Séduction Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-ellner-1999-seduction-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Charles Ellner ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Leon makes a wonderful first impression thanks to its aromas of ripe berry fruit, Indian spice, cola, licorice and ginger. There's deep dimension and personality here and the wine ends with firmly polished tannins.",Leon,55,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Luisin 2006 Leon (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-2006-leon-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Luisin ,Red,Italy,"The 2004 Bricco Riund Riserva makes a very nice first impression thanks to the elegant and fine nature of its aromas. There's a definite aromatic lift here, spurred forward by buoyant aromas of root beer, cherry, menthol, white stone and dried currants. Give it a few more years in the bottle to soft those firm tannins.",Bricco Riund Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina del Monastero 2004 Bricco Riund Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2004-bricco-riund-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Cascina del Monastero 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A wonderful soft, rich and toasty wine. It reflects the generosity of the 1995 vintage in a mature context, all ripe textures, acidity that has a sweet edge to it, and a lovely final bite of freshness. A delight to drink.",Grand Vintage Collection Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1995 Grand Vintage Collection Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1995-grand-vintage-collection-brut-champagne-121484/,Champagne Blend,1995,Moët & Chandon ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Sorano (from the Serralunga d'Alba area) is an impressive wine with big color and extraction followed by aromas of cherry liqueur, spice, vanilla, clove and ginger. The wine is chewy and succulent in the mouth with firm tannins that will soften with time. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Sorano,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Claudio Alario 2006 Sorano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudio-alario-2006-sorano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Claudio Alario ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Ciabot Manzoni is a tremendous wine with rich notes of cherry, vanilla and chocolate. Yes, it's a bold, modern wine but there's no denying the quality and beauty here. Give it more time in the cellar to allow those oak notes to integrate and give more prominence to the sophisticated aromas of wild berries, mineral, cola and licorice that are generously present. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Ciabot Manzoni,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvio Grasso 2006 Ciabot Manzoni (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvio-grasso-2006-ciabot-manzoni-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Silvio Grasso ,Red,Italy,"Rivetto has delivered an impressive portfolio this year with vineyard-designate Barolos and a stellar Riserva. This Serralunga expression is ripe with generous, velvety fruit tones and loads of mineral, cola and spice. The wine shows balance and personality and definitely has the qualities needed for long aging.",Serralunga,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2006 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2006-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rivetto 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an impressive Barolo by a wine company (with superstar consulting enologist Carlo Ferrini at the head of winemaking) that is relatively new to the scene. Due Corti proves this winery knows what it's doing. Aromas of red rose, violet and exotic spice come forward immediately. Indeed, this is an extremely floral and perfumed wine with silky, smooth tannins.",Due Corti,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenute Costa 2006 Due Corti (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-costa-2006-due-corti-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Tenute Costa 14.8,Red,US,"Top lots from Sheridan, Dineen and Meek vineyard grapes go into this reserve. This is always the most thick and dense of the Stevens wines, and the tannins, though very well managed, are chewy and substantial. They dominate this young wine, but the stacked and subtle layers of red and black fruits, leaf and forest floor materials, moist earth and ashes keep the flavors complex and interesting. This wine absolutely must be decanted, and can be cellared almost indefinitely.",XY Reserve,42,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2007 XY Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2007-xy-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stevens ,Red,Italy,"Riserva Barolo Prapò delivers modern oak tones followed by nice integrity of fruit and well-integrated aromas of spice, prune, blackberry and cola. The mouthfeel is very velvety and smooth and the tannins show an extreme fine grain quality. Hold ten years or more.",Prapò Riserva,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Schiavenza 2004 Prapò Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schiavenza-2004-prapo-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Schiavenza ,Red,Italy,"Riserva Broglio Barolo from Schiavenza opens with generous tones of red berry fruit, spice, vanilla, polished mineral, licorice and cola. It is already showing some delicate tertiary aromas and, in the mouth, you can feel the fine texture of the tannins. Hold five more years.",Broglio Riserva,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Schiavenza 2004 Broglio Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schiavenza-2004-broglio-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Schiavenza 12,Sparkling,France,"A beautiful orange pink-colored wine. Young and fresh, it has great depth of raspberry and red fruit flavors as well as a delicious summer fruit brightness and liveliness. A beautiful Champagne, that will repay some bottle aging.",Rosé Brut,67,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2004 Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2004-rose-brut-champagne-109685/,Champagne Blend,2004,Louis Roederer ,Red,Italy,"This is a rich and beautifully extracted Barolo that opens with concentrated aromas of toasted hazelnut, chocolate fudge, cherry, licorice and exotic spice. In the mouth, it offers firm, finely textured tannins and a powerful but delicious finish.",Margheria,94,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 2006 Margheria (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2006-margheria-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Massolino 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful, rich, elegant, fancy sparkling wine. Feels so fine in the mouth, all silk and satin, with deep, dry raspberry, strawberry, vanilla, toast, yeasty lees, brioche and honey flavors. Superb, but young. Needs time. Give it until 2011, if you can keep your hands off, and should develop until 2015, if not longer.",J. Schram,100,94,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2003 J. Schram Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2003-j-schram-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Schramsberg ,Red,Italy,"Here's a super-modern, piacione (roughly translated from the Italian as “no one can resist it”) wine with deep layers of vanilla, toast, roasted espresso bean, blackberry, balsam notes, smoke, spice and tar. The wine is thick and soft in the mouth and almost ready to drink now (or in five years). The finish is delicious with a long cherry-flavored fade.",Rocchettevino,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Viberti 2006 Rocchettevino (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viberti-2006-rocchettevino-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Viberti 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a vintage-driven wine that needs the right conditions to succeed, which 2006 provided with its long, cool hangtime. The fruit has ripened to perfection, offering deep flavor notes of blackberries and raspberries. But there are also exotic and delicious notes of bacon, mocha and cola with a blast of black pepper throughout. The wine is full-bodied and dense in tannins, impressive from start to finish. Great now, and should age for 4–6 years.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,34,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2006 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2006-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2006,MacRostie 12,Sparkling,France,"A wonderfully toasty, yeasty wine, with creamed apple fruits, flavors that show some softness but never deviate from a crisp, steely character. Although this wine is ready to drink, consider keeping for 3–4 years.",Brut Millesimé,80,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 2004 Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-2004-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Taittinger ,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine that shows careful craftsmanship in both the vineyard and the winery. Silvio Grasso's Barolo Bricco Luciani is a bold and expertly extracted wine with heft and determination that is in no way overdone. You'll identify aromas of spice, smoke, cinnamon and clove lavished over a bright core of blackberry and plum. The wine also offers interesting earthy tones, with smoked or cured meat nuances.",Bricco Luciani,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvio Grasso 2006 Bricco Luciani (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvio-grasso-2006-bricco-luciani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Silvio Grasso 14,Red,Italy,"This outlier wine sparked much controversy at the Nebbiolo blind tastings because of the thickness of its extraction and the darkness of its appearance. Serracapelli is a beautifully rich wine that doesn't necessarily highlight Barbaresco typicity. You'll get opulent aromas of black cherry, spice, leather and moist tobacco. The mouthfeel is rich, round and velvety.",Serracapelli,60,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Poderi Elia 2007 Serracapelli (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-elia-2007-serracapelli-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Poderi Elia ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Ornato is a beautiful wine: rich in flavor, intensity and personality. You can taste the quality of the fruit here thanks to the pristine notes of cherry, wild berry, spice and ginger that emerge from the nose. Oak notes of vanilla and cinnamon are nicely integrated and folded within the wine's dense, supple texture.",Ornato,109,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2006 Ornato (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2006-ornato-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pio Cesare 14,White,Austria,"Tight, mineral, taut wine, showing citrus, lime zest and pear skin flavors. Stone fruits emerge in an elegant texture. This is structured, powerful, offering serious aging potential.",Gloria,80,94,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2008 Gloria Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2008-gloria-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Kollwentz 14.1,White,US,"Made with no oak, this pretty wine stars fresh fruit and clean acidity. With orange, honeysuckle, melon, mineral and vanilla flavors, it has a mouthfeel midway between a crisp Sauvignon Blanc and a creamy Chardonnay. Production was low, only 559 cases, but worth a search.",Paragon Vineyard,17,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2009 Paragon Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2009-paragon-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Tangent 14.5,White,US,"A really nice, elegant Chardonnay at a good price. The wine is dry and lightly oaked, showing rich pineapple, peach, vanilla and buttered toast flavors enhanced with crisp acidity. Only 731 cases were produced of this lovely, food-friendly wine.",,22,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2008 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Talley 14.8,Red,US,"The fruit is half Sheridan and half Dineen vineyard. Although stylistically a brother to the Stevens Merlot, this has the varietal earmarks of Cabernet Franc – some green, leafy streaks, more spice and sharpness to the tannins, and a definite herbal component. The fruit is an equal but not dominant partner – blackberry, cassis, and black olive, finished with a whiff of very dark chocolate.",Franc,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2008 Franc Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2008-franc-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Stevens 14.8,Red,US,"Continues a string of successful bottlings of this Cabernet. The flavors are strong but subtle, suggesting blackberries and black currants, with earthier notes of dark chocolate and roasted almonds. Very good, but also pretty tannic. You'll want to cellar this for 5–6 years to let it mellow.",Oroppas,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2007 Oroppas Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2007-oroppas-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,St. Clement 13.5,Red,Italy,"The celebrated Cerequio cru is known for its elegant and refined wines. However, in this hot vintage, you can taste the maturity of the fruit thanks to the wine's aromas of plum, prune and spice cake. Clay soils help shape the wine's natural density and structure.",Cerequio,120,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Contratto 2003 Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contratto-2003-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Contratto 13.5,Red,US,"An interesting wine for its moderate alcohol and extreme dryness. Leaner and more structured than a plump Napa Cab, it shows juicy blackberry, currant, mineral and oak flavors that are streamlined and elegant. A bite of alcohol makes this pretty wine balanced and clean through the finish.",,48,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Skyhawk Lane 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skyhawk-lane-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Skyhawk Lane 14.5,Red,Chile,"Let's face it, my scores for Indomita's wines have never been very high. But this high-end, best-of-lot Cabernet is excellent and an eye-catcher. The nose of mocha, coconut, blackberry and herbs is classic Maipo Valley, while the mouth is lush, correct and full of sweet cherry, cassis and tobacco flavors. Comfortable throughout, with unbreakable smoothness. Drink now through 2013.",Zardoz,30,91,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2008 Zardoz Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2008-zardoz-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Indomita ,Red,Italy,"This 2004 Riserva Barolo opens with beautifully seasoned and savory aromas of balsam, humus, dried tobacco and white stone. The wine is firm with dusty tannins that leave a drying impression in the mouth.",Riserva,90,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ciabot Berton 2004 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciabot-berton-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Ciabot Berton ,Red,Italy,"Elegance and finesse characterize this wine and suggest that it may already be suitable to drink within the next five years or so. Aromas include dark chocolate, tar, espresso grinds and smoked beef. Those aged tertiary fragrances are emerging now and the wine is thick, firm and luscious on the close.",Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2004 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Mario Gagliasso ,White,US,"Blended with 17% Sauvignon Blanc, this lovely Sémillon is exceptionally fragrant, satiny and rich, with fleshy, ripe fruits and just a hint of toast. A warm streak of caramel enlivens the finish, which lingers gracefully and fills the palate with delicious flavors of apples and spicy pears.",,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2009 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2009-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2009,L'Ecole No. 41 ,White,US,"This pure varietal, single-vineyard, barrel-fermented wine perfectly captures the baseline flavors and qualities of the best Washington Sémillons. Complex and slightly high-toned, it brings ripe stone fruits, a hint of honeyed tea, impressive length and penetration, and a waxy, polished, lingering finish.",Fries Vineyard,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Fries Vineyard Sémillon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-fries-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sémillon,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo delivers simple and clean fruit tones (think cherry and raspberry) that are shrouded in delicate veils of root beer, white mushroom, bresaola, shaved mineral and dried herbs. On the whole, this is a tight and compact wine that is elegant and complex. Pair it with wild mushroom crepes with creamy gruyère cheese.",Vigna San Biagio,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luigino Grimaldi 2006 Vigna San Biagio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigino-grimaldi-2006-vigna-san-biagio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Luigino Grimaldi 12,Sparkling,France,"Somehow this pure Chardonnay wine suffers from the Roederer preference for a higher dosage. With the Blanc de Blancs style, more minerality, something altogether more taut, would be better. That said, there is plenty to enjoy in this rich, full-bodied wine, with apricot as well as citrus flavors.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,69,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2004 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2004-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Roederer ,Red,Italy,"Boroli is a dynamic winery worth keeping a close eye on. Barolo Villero takes a traditional approach that speaks highly of the beautifully hilly area that shaped the wine. Delicate aromas include wild berries, dried orange zest, apple skin, licorice, tar and cigar box. In the mouth, the wine is streamlined and tight.",Villero,71,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Boroli 2006 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boroli-2006-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Boroli ,Red,Italy,"The Riserva Barolo from the Vigna Liste cru proves to be an enticing and inviting wine with pristine aromas of forest berry, cola and leather. The wine's persona is traditional and elegant and there's enough structure and freshness to ensure long cellar aging: at least five to 10 more years.",Vigna Liste Riserva,102,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno Giacomo e Figli 2004 Vigna Liste Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-giacomo-e-figli-2004-vigna-liste-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Borgogno Giacomo e Figli ,Red,Italy,"Riserva Vigna Castellero is an approachable and elegant food wine with focused aromas of wild berry and cassis, backed by mineral, cola and powdered licorice. There's a polished and fine nature to the mouthfeel and the wine would stand up to juicy filet mignon topped with foie gras and mushroom pâté.",Vigna Castellero Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2004 Vigna Castellero Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2004-vigna-castellero-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Barale Fratelli ,Red,Italy,"The rigorously en famille Anselma estate offers a bold and innovative interpretation of Barolo with loads of red fruit, cola and exotic spice. Despite its big aromatic personality, the wine is subdued and elegant in the mouth with silky smoothness and a long, mineral-driven finish.",Famiglia Anselma,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Anselma 2006 Famiglia Anselma (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselma-2006-famiglia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Anselma 14.5,Red,Italy,"Gianni Gagliardo is producing excellent results from the estate's newly refurbished winery. This expression from the Serre cru shows elegance and harmony, especially in how its aromas of black fruit, tar, licorice and white truffle come together. Drying tannins and firm structure promise long aging.",Serre,75,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2005 Serre (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2005-serre-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Gianni Gagliardo ,Red,Italy,"This elegant Riserva expression from the Bussia cru has some ripe flavors of wild berry and raspberry followed by nicely evolved aromas of leather, spice, cola and fine Indian spice. The mouth feels tight and compact and this wine sports a long, mineral finish.",Bussia Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2004 Bussia Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2004-bussia-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Giacomo Fenocchio ,Red,Italy,Smoky graphite notes with spice and black cherry open the nose of this nicely concentrated Barolo from the Sorano cru in Serralunga d'Alba. The wine is well textured with firm but velvety tannins and refreshing crispness on the close.,Sorano,50,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 2006 Sorano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2006-sorano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Ascheri 13,White,Austria,"Initially smooth and rich, this slowly reveals a taut mineral character that acts as a powerful structure. Yellow fruits and mangos are woven into this texture, leaving the final acidity to suggest aging potential.",Steinporz Smaragd,42,91,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 Steinporz Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-steinporz-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof ,Red,Italy,"Here's a rich, ripe expression of Barbaresco with loads of bright fruit followed by generous notes of exotic spice and scented candle. The wine is smooth, rich and drinkable almost immediately. Or, you could safely cellar this wine five years or more: the natural fruit promises to evolve evenly over the years.",Campo Quadro,54,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2007 Campo Quadro (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2007-campo-quadro-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Punset 13.5,White,Italy,"Prunotto tends to exemplify a ripe, almost jammy style of Barolo with succulent cherry and smoked meat characteristics followed by vanilla, cinnamon, mineral, blackberry and licorice. The intensity is wonderful here but the wine still needs a few extra aging years in the bottle to relax those young tannins.",,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Prunotto 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Prunotto 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A nutty aroma follows through to the mature palate of this distinguished Blanc de Blancs. It has a good element of acidity, toast and spice and an intense pear and mineral aftertaste.",Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut,399,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 2000 Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-2000-fleur-de-champagne-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-122512/,Chardonnay,2000,Perrier Jouët 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and brooding Barolo that opens with masculine aromas of dark fruit, Indian spice, black tea, tar, resin and licorice. The intensity and complexity are impressive. The wine needs five more years of bottle aging to soften those young tannins.",San Giuseppe,65,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pecchenino 2006 San Giuseppe (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2006-san-giuseppe-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pecchenino ,Red,US,"Named for the Sentinel Gap, a nearby landmark, this is the top wine from Milbrandt. Supple and complex, it shows a sensuous mix of fruits, ranging from mixed berries into black cherries, plums and cassis. The barrel notes of coffee and toast are carefully worked, and the tannins polished and sleek. A wine that may be savored immediately, or cellared for up to 10 years.",Northridge Sentinel Red,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2007 Northridge Sentinel Red Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-northridge-sentinel-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2007,Milbrandt ,Red,Italy,"Despite its young age now, the 2006 Dardi Le Rose Bussia Barolo will go on record as a classy, charming wine with long aging potential. The mineral tones are well etched and are followed by luscious layers of red fruit and spice. The tannins still need time to soften.",Dardi Le Rose Bussia,73,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Colla 2006 Dardi Le Rose Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2006-dardi-le-rose-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Poderi Colla ,Red,Italy,"Putting your nose into a glass of Oddero Barolo Villero is like sniffing a handful of Langhe soil. This wine speaks highly of its territory with aromas of smoke, earth, forest berry, white truffle, hazelnut, cola, root beer, humus and dried apple skins. In the mouth, the tannins are impressively polished and fine.",Villero,65,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Oddero 2006 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2006-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Oddero 13.6,White,US,"Most of this Sauvignon Blanc was tank fermented, but a portion received oak. That gives a welcome layer of smoky richness and vanilla to the beautiful, underlying Meyer lemon, lime, pear and green apple flavors that are so rich and mouthwateringly tart. A very drinkable, dry white wine.",,14,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2009 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2009-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2009,Chateau St. Jean 14.2,White,US,"A lovely white Bordeaux-style blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris, rich, opulent and full-bodied. Shows citrus, tropical fruit, pear, white flower, green apple and oak-inspired vanilla flavors that change with every sip, as the wine warms in the glass.",Elevage Blanc,42,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chimney Rock 2008 Elevage Blanc White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2008-elevage-blanc-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Chimney Rock ,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant and pure Barbaresco that delivers an aromatic embroidery of spice, wild berry, incense and sandalwood fragrances. The wine is firm and tart in the mouth, with an excellent balance between freshness and tannic structure.",Froi,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rivetti Massimo 2007 Froi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2007-froi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rivetti Massimo ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Serraboella Barbaresco from the tricky 2005 vintage shows nice concentration and density backed by generous aromas of smoke, ripe cherry and smoked ham. There's a touch of overripe or candied fruit that only helps add to the overall intensity. In the mouth, this wine is silky and very smooth.",Serraboella Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rivetti Massimo 2005 Serraboella Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2005-serraboella-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Rivetti Massimo 14.7,Red,US,"Give this fresh young Pinot a few years to come around. Right now, it's brisk in primary fruit cherry, blackberry and cola flavors, with bright acidity and furry tannins. Shows all the hallmarks of a wine that wants age. Should develop after 2013.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2008 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rusack ,Red,Italy,"Essenza is a ripe expression of Nebbiolo from the 2006 vintage with earthy nuances, wild berry and pressed red rose. This Barolo offers very good dimension and overall depth of aroma, backed by a thicker, pulpier mouthfeel. The tannins are still young so let this wine age at least five more years.",Essenze,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Terre da Vino 2006 Essenze (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2006-essenze-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Terre da Vino ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Vigna San Giacomo is a meaty, masculine expression of Nebbiolo with dense, dark fruit, cherry, plum and prune with accents of bresaola, smoked beef and spice. The tannins are drying and firm and this style of wine could pair with turkey roast with raisin, apple and sage stuffing.",Vigna San Giacomo,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2006 Vigna San Giacomo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2006-vigna-san-giacomo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Stroppiana ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Vigna Merenda opens with a bright bouquet composed of cherry, spice, floral and balsam elements. This is also an extremely mineral-driven wine that exposes a vein of graphite or crushed stone at its core. Thanks to the wine's natural structure and long persistency, it would make a perfect pairing partner to any dish with black truffles.",Vigna Merenda,56,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Scarzello 2006 Vigna Merenda (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarzello-2006-vigna-merenda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Scarzello 14.5,Red,US,"This is a beautiful wine from the nose on out. Complex and aromatic, it has Italian-style tobacco scents, fresh acidity, leafy highlights, and undertones of tar, licorice and clove, all wrapped around tart, pie cherry fruit.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,L'Ecole No. 41 14.3,Red,US,"This is a beautiful Pinot Noir for drinking over the next few years. It's bone dry, and shows the classic structure you want from a Pinot Noir, with brisk acidity and gentle tannins framing spicy flavors of black cherries, pomegranates and cola.",,36,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rusack ,Red,Italy,"Here's a ripe expression of Nebbiolo from the dry and hot 2007 vintage. You'll recognize tones of cherry, raspberry and blackberry backed by loads of spice and leather. There's a tart feeling in the mouth and the tannins are firm and tight.",Canova,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ressia 2007 Canova (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ressia-2007-canova-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ressia 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a big, bold interpretation of Barbera that sees 18 months of careful aging in oak to achieve aromas of black spice, cassis syrup, cola, mesquite and cedar. You can taste the youthfulness and the freshness of the fruit in the palate, and the wine ends with persistency and a silky texture.",,39,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Tenuta Olim Bauda 2007 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-olim-bauda-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta Olim Bauda ,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautifully bright Barolo with characteristic aromas of moist earth, pipe tobacco, wild berries, forest floor and asphalt. The mouthfeel is polished and fine in texture. Pair with tender, hardwood smoked pork.",Montanello,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta Montanello 2006 Montanello (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-montanello-2006-montanello-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Tenuta Montanello ,Red,Italy,"Here's a compact, streamlined wine that very much lives up to Barolo tradition. Aromas here include ethereal balsam notes, eucalyptus, coffee, tar, black fruit, mineral and honey-roasted ham. In the mouth, the wine leaves a tight, tart and long-lasting impression.",Rocche di Castiglione,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Roccheviberti 2006 Rocche di Castiglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccheviberti-2006-rocche-castiglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Roccheviberti ,Red,Italy,"This bold wine from the acclaimed Bussia cru delivers meaty and masculine aromas of blackberry, smoked ham, vanilla bean, cured beef, nutmeg, clove and polished black stone. The thick, rich mouthfeel is irresistible and the wine is long lasting and elegant on the close.",Bussia,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvano Bolmida 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvano-bolmida-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Silvano Bolmida 14.2,White,US,"This is pure Chardonnay, from cool-climate sites, showing a lean, sculpted spine that both defines and expands the flavors. Exceptionally complex for Washington Chardonnay, with good natural acidity, a mix of peach, apple and pineapple fruit, and a finish that shows tight layering. There is a dense core that should unravel with bottle age; this is that rare Washington Chardonnay that will prosper with cellaring.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,L'Ecole No. 41 14.5,Red,US,"First to arrive, straight to your awaiting nose, are complex aromatics, with a mix of floral and spicy highlights that surround the black and purple fruits with exotic nuances. The fruit is nigh perfect—ripe, round, forward and loaded with plummy, sweet berries. It gathers strength in the core, holds, and then expands into a finish dusted with cocoa and coffee.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2007 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2007-pepper-bridge-vineyard-apogee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,L'Ecole No. 41 14.1,Red,Chile,"Black in color, with sweet, full-force aromas of cola and black fruits. There's staunch acidity on the palate, something that will barely be noticed if drunk with food. Meanwhile, the flavors are flashy but smooth, with a play toward coffee, blackberry, chocolate and herbs. Dense and deep; very nice Merlot.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,24,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2007 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2007-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2007,Lapostolle ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Meriame is a surprisingly tonic and bright wine with a ruby color and amber highlights. The wine is elegant and smooth on the nose with wild berries, ginger, hummus and powdered licorice. It finishes with bright menthol and balsam nuances.",Meriame,45,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Manzone 2006 Meriame (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2006-meriame-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Paolo Manzone ,Red,Italy,"Giuseppe Nada brings us a gorgeous Barolo that oozes elegance and intensity. The wine is redolent of tar, black currant, spice and dried licorice powder. The tannins are drying and fine and leave a long, polished sensation in the mouth. It's a very nice ensemble.",,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Nada Giuseppe 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nada-giuseppe-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Nada Giuseppe ,Red,Italy,"Here is a clean and straightforward Barolo from the Monforte d'Alba area that offers feminine aromas of blue flower, pressed rose, licorice, ginger and root beer. The wine delivers a compact, streamlined feel and a very polished, fine finish.",,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monti 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monti-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Monti 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Harvested on December 15, this rich and sweet wine is light on acidity but heavy on concentrated apricot jam and honey flavors. It is opulent, intense, with a bright ginger spice aftertaste.",Eiswein 375ml,34,91,Wagram-Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2009 Eiswein 375ml Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2009-eiswein-375ml-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Josef Ehmoser 12,Sparkling,France,"From a great year for vintage Champagne, this is a fine wine, bringing out minerality, green stone fruits and mouthwatering acidity. It is a wine for aging, so give this impressive Champagne 3–4 years.",Vintage Premier Cru Brut,72,91,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils 2002 Vintage Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-2002-vintage-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,J. Dumangin Fils ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful base Barbaresco from Albino Rocca (a family-run winery with 45 acres of vine) offers elegant and extremely floral aromas of blue flower, rose petal and cedar followed by bright shades of tar and licorice. The wine is firm and drying with polished tannins on the close. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Albino Rocca ,Red,Italy,"The Ferrero factory in Alba fills the air with delicious aromas of melted chocolate and roasted hazelnut. Those are the same fragrances you will enjoy here backed by standard Nebbiolo tones of wild berry, cola and earth. The tannins are drying, firm and help keep the palate clean.",Gavarini Chiniera,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elio Grasso 2006 Gavarini Chiniera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-grasso-2006-gavarini-chiniera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Elio Grasso 14,Red,Italy,"Wines from the Villero cru tend to show great elegance and complexity of aromas. This expression does just that and adds tones of spice, tar, black currant and cola along the way. The tannins are dry and dusty and the wine will age nicely for ten years or more.",Villero,50,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2004 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2004-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Giacomo Fenocchio ,Red,Italy,"Prapò is textbook Barolo with classic aromas of wild berry, white truffle, cola, ginger and root beer. The wine has a menthol-like lift and tastes elegant and fine on the close. This is a perfect wine for Barolo purists.",Prapò,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Ettore 2006 Prapò (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-ettore-2006-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Germano Ettore ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva opens with a garnet color and browning edges, followed by sophisticated aromas of old spice, cola, licorice and tar. The wine treads over the palate in light, delicate steps and leaves loads of menthol and eucalyptus-like intensity. Hold five years or more.",Bussia Munie Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Conterno 2004 Bussia Munie Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-conterno-2004-bussia-munie-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Franco Conterno ,Red,Italy,"Without a doubt one of the most successful vineyard crus in Barbaresco, Rabajà delivers unique intensity and sophistication. You'll notice aromas of black fruit, spice, tar and licorice and there's good balance between the wine's acidity and its tannic structure. Pair this wine with roasted pork stuffed with prunes.",Rabajà,52,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca' du Rabajà 2007 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rabaja-2007-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ca' du Rabajà 14.4,Red,US,"Marked by big, ripe, juicy blackberry, raspberry and currant fruit, this single-vineyard Syrah is saved from simplicity by two things. There are complex notes of bacon, sautéed mushrooms, black pepper and smoky oak, and the tannins are wonderfully rich and ripe. Really delicious. Probably best soon, though, before the fruit fades.",Grist Vineyard,23,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bradford Mountain 2007 Grist Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradford-mountain-2007-grist-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Bradford Mountain ,Red,Italy,"The Vignolo Barolo Riserva opens with ripe aromas of black cherry and strawberry followed by leather, tobacco, tar and black licorice. The wine still has more aging to do: the mouthfeel is sharp, generous and polished.",Vignolo Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2004 Vignolo Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2004-vignolo-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Cavallotto ,Red,Italy,"Lively cherry, blackberry, cola and cedar tones mark the bouquet of this ruby-colored Barolo from the Cerrati cru. Toasted oak and spice aromas are delicately woven within and the wine finishes with crisp freshness and firm tannins.",Cerrati,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Cucco 2006 Cerrati (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-cucco-2006-cerrati-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Cucco ,Red,Italy,"The Basarin cru has performed very nicely in 2007 by absorbing the heat, but not in an exaggerated way. This expression opens with ripe fruit notes, black cherry and wild raspberries with elegant background tones of graphite, smoke and blue flower. The wine imparts an elegant and smooth feel thanks to the polished nature of its tannins.",Basarin,40,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2007 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2007-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Punset 13.8,White,US,"Aromatically forward and lush, this greets you with lemon polish, beeswax, Satsuma oranges, and Key lime, backed with barrel-influenced coconut flavors. The flavors meld together in the mouth, holding firm with extra phenolic density through a lip-smacking, luscious and lingering finish.",Divio,21,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2009 Divio Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2009-divio-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2009,Stevens 14.7,Red,US,"Immediately appealing, this blend of 39% Cab Franc, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, and 9% Petit Verdot really expands the midpalate, without sacrificing the overall muscularity and density that are the hallmarks of Stevens reds. The best 424 to date, this brings Petit Verdot into the blend for the first time, expanding the floral aromatics and deepening the tannins. Fruits are a complex mix of black cherry, blackberry and raisin, with licorice streaking into the finish.",424 Red Blend,33,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2007 424 Red Blend Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2007-424-red-blend-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Stevens 12.5,Sparkling,France,"All raspberries and red currants, this is a delicious, instantly approachable wine. It also has a more complex side, intense acidity, a tight texture followed by a juicy fruit character. It is a wine for celebration as well as more serious appreciation.",Fleur de Champagne Rosé Brut,349,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 2002 Fleur de Champagne Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-2002-fleur-champagne-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Perrier Jouët ,Red,Italy,"The Barolo Pressenda opens with bold, black aromas of toasted hazelnut, crushed granite, prunes, plums and smoky barbecue sauce. That thick intensity follows through to the mouth where the wine shows concentration and a tight, dense style: Hold for five to ten years.",Pressenda,56,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marziano Abbona 2006 Pressenda (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2006-pressenda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Marziano Abbona 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A smooth and creamy Champagne, delicious peach and apricot fruits linked by acidity into a harmonious whole. There is a great apple skin texture that gives a bite, just enough to shape the rich aftertaste.",Grand Cru Le Mesnil sur Oger Blanc de Blancs,79,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pascal Doquet NV Grand Cru Le Mesnil sur Oger Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-doquet-nv-grand-cru-le-mesnil-sur-oger-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Pascal Doquet 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With its high percentage of Champagne's third grape, Pinot Meunier, as a result of the growing conditions of 2003, this is a great wine that is developing fast. It has more toast, less fruit, although its richness and weight are finely in balance with a yeasty cookie dough character.",Grand Vintage Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 2003 Grand Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-2003-grand-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Moët & Chandon 14.3,White,US,"Although there's a lot of oak on this wine, it's not heavy or fat in the excessive California style, because the underlying wine is so crisp and elegant. Call it Chablisian. It shows mineral, Meyer lemon and lime flavors, with brilliant acidity. Really quite a fine Carneros Chardonnay.",,38,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Etude 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a Cabernet to age for a while. It's very dry and richly flavored in classic varietal flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar, with finely ground, intense tannins. But it has a youthful immaturity that simply isn't ready to appreciate now. Really needs time for all the parts to mesh together. Give it until 2012, and it should develop bottle complexity for another 5–6 years.",,100,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Etude 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Etude ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the Cannubi vineyard opens with a delicate aromatic embroidery of vanilla, forest berry, cola, spice and licorice. The texture here is tight, fine and very silky and those characteristic Nebbiolo flavors last a long time on the finish. You could save this wine five to 10 more years and pair it with slow-cooked duck confit.",Vigneto Cannubi,58,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 2006 Vigneto Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comm-g-b-burlotto-2006-vigneto-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Comm. G. B. Burlotto ,Red,Italy,"Cantina del Pino delivers a standout base Barbaresco with a bright ruby color and distinct aromas of dried cassis, leather, tobacco, prune, chestnut honey and blue flower. The wine is packed with bright acidity and tight tannins for long aging. The complexity here is really very special.",,47,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cantina del Pino 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-pino-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cantina del Pino ,Red,Italy,"Bright and tonic, this cheerful Barbaresco delivers pretty aromas of perfumed spice, wild flowers, licorice and light shadings of talc powder. In the mouth, it offers an especially smooth and silky feel. Pair this elegant wine with lamb chops topped with crispy fried shallots.",,50,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Castello di Neive ,Red,Italy,"Blackberry, sweet vanilla and candied fruit are backed by oak-related aromas of spice and tobacco: But, the real beauty of this wine is that those determined aromas are backed by a delicate fluttering of cola, licorice and eucalyptus. This is a long aging wine and the natural heft and thickness of its texture suggests that it has many years to go.",Roggeri,90,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ciabot Berton 2006 Roggeri (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciabot-berton-2006-roggeri-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Ciabot Berton ,Red,Italy,"Elegant and pure in essence, this traditional interpretation of Barolo offers a long and steady aromatic lineup of wild berry, spice, cola and mineral aromas. The wine feels streamlined and pristine in the mouth and will age many more years in the cellar.",Vigna S. Caterina,39,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Guido Porro 2006 Vigna S. Caterina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guido-porro-2006-vigna-s-caterina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Guido Porro ,Red,Italy,"Compared to the estate's S. Caterina expression of Barolo, the Lazzairasco cru delivers higher intensity in terms of its spice and vanilla tones. The wine is young, well structured, lively and fresh with a very elegant mouthfeel.",Vigna Lazzairasco,39,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Guido Porro 2006 Vigna Lazzairasco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guido-porro-2006-vigna-lazzairasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Guido Porro 13.5,White,Austria,"Apricot aromas are followed by ripe fruit flavors, giving a rich texture, yet retaining a very clean, fresh character. Opulence with steel.",1000 Eimerberg Smaragd,40,92,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 1000 Eimerberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-1000-eimerberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof 14,White,US,"One of the driest Viogniers in California, and also one of the most elegant. Doesn't explode with exotic richness the way some Viogniers do, but it's a very fine white wine, noble and minerally, with nuances of tropical and citrus fruits. Really opens up a whole new direction for Viognier.",,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2008 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2008-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2008,Jorian Hill 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With a fine sense of maturity, this is rich, toasty, full-bodied and concentrated. It is a Champagne with weight, showing pink grapefruit, melon and green plum flavors inside an intense texture. At the end, acidity combines with a fine toasty flourish.",Grande Réserve Grand Cru Brut,55,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Lallier NV Grande Réserve Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lallier-nv-grande-reserve-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lallier 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A rich wine, with delicious cream and apple flavors, lifted by fine acidity. It is opulent, packed with apricot and light honey character encased in a dry, mineral framework.",Millésime Grand Cru,75,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Lallier 2002 Millésime Grand Cru (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lallier-2002-millesime-grand-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Lallier ,Red,Italy,"Le Coste Mosconi delivers a very attractive ensemble of ripe fruit aromas with oak-driven shadings of vanilla, cinnamon and clove. No single aroma is over the top and the wine is indeed nicely integrated and balanced. The tannins are drying and tight, creating a firm impression on the close.",Le Coste Mosconi,94,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Parusso 2006 Le Coste Mosconi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-2006-le-coste-mosconi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Parusso 12,White,Austria,"Steely. Cool fruit joins an immense series of flavors—crisp citrus, lime zest, pink grapefruit in the tightest texture. For aging over 3–4 years, probably longer.",Engelreich,25,92,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2009 Engelreich Riesling (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2009-engelreich-riesling-traisental/,Riesling,2009,Markus Huber 14.5,Red,US,"This beautiful Bordeaux blend is based mostly on Cabernet Sauvignon. It's likeable now for the soft, refined texture and luscious flavors of tart cherry candy, accented with nearly half new oak. Shows real balance and flair, from a winery known for objective pricing. Now–2013.",,40,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Provenance Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Provenance Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"Here is a classic expression of Barolo from a very good vintage that opens with bright fruit aromas that are embellished by carefully measured oak tones. You'll recognize blackberry, cassis, tobacco, mineral, cola and humus. The tannins are young and this wine requires more years of bottle aging.",,61,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pio Cesare 12,Sparkling,France,"A wood-fermented wine (in 225 litre barrels), this is naturally a rich Champagne. With the added ripeness of 2003, this is big-hearted, glowing with yellow fruits, the lightest touch of wood and a generous, full and balanced aftertaste.",Cuvée 225 Brut,90,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2003 Cuvée 225 Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2003-cuvee-225-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Nicolas Feuillatte 13,White,Austria,"From a steep vineyard above the village of Straden, this has wonderful tropical fruit aromas, the fruit beautifully ripe. Ripe, smooth, rounded, the acidity giving just the right final burst of herbal freshness.",Klausen,,92,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2009 Klausen Sauvignon Blanc (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2009-klausen-sauvignon-blanc-sudoststeiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Neumeister ,Red,Italy,"Here's a hefty, big expression of Nebbiolo with thick spice notes and touches of vanilla and cinnamon that sit over a core of bright fruit. The wine offers a soft quality of tannin, followed by tart freshness, resulting in a pleasurable sensation of richness and opulence on the palate. Drink now until 2018.",Cascinotta,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Angelo Negro & Figli 2007 Cascinotta (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-negro-figli-2007-cascinotta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Angelo Negro & Figli 15.8,White,US,"Drier and more minerally than Foxen's other Chardonnays, because it is the least oaked. It's vibrant in grilled pineapple, mango, apricot and vanilla spice flavors, brightened by beautiful acidity. Alcohol is quite high, but the wine never tastes hot or unbalanced.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Steel Cut,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Steel Cut Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-steel-cut-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Foxen ,Red,Italy,"There are some ripe notes here of black cherry and raspberry (2007 was a hot, dry vintage in Piedmont) but you'll also get territory-driven notes of wet earth and dried beef or bresaola. The mouthfeel is dry and firm thanks to the elegantly polished nature of the tannins.",Sorì Burdin,60,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Fontanabianca 2007 Sorì Burdin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanabianca-2007-sori-burdin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fontanabianca 12,Sparkling,France,"Just approaching toasty maturity, this is a rich and full wine, its white fruits and perfumes floating above yeast, cookie and pine nut flavors. It has a great mouthfeel, a tingling character, acidity and richness in harmony.",Brut Saphir 1.5 liters,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Barthélémy 1998 Brut Saphir 1.5 liters (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-barthelemy-1998-brut-saphir-15-liters-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Louis Barthélémy 12.5,Sparkling,France,"White flower and pear aromas offer a wine that is mineral, nervy, vibrating with the freshest white fruits and lemon juice. It is concentrated, showing strong signs of toast, mature flavors, while keeping great richness.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-122530/,Chardonnay,,Ruinart 14.5,White,US,"Shows the weight, complexity and sheer deliciousness that this bottling almost always displays. Chardonnay fans will love the oaky, creamy flavors of pineapple tart, pear and lemon jam and buttered toast. The winemaker recommends pairing with black cod, and if you have a Chinese restaurant that makes a good version of this honey and soy inspired dish, it will be heaven.",,26,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2008 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Talley ,Red,Italy,"Rivetto is making some very interesting wines and is worth keeping a close eye on. The Leon Barolo opens with plump aromas of coffee, cherry, blackberry, spice and ripe berry fruit. It's a generous and velvety wine with firm tannins and a dusty, finely textured mouthfeel.",Leon,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2006 Leon (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2006-leon-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rivetto 14.3,Red,US,"This has been Riverbench's best Pinot and it still is. Shows the wonderful ability to be deliciously drinkable now, yet with the stuffing for the cellar. Dry and crisp and full-bodied, it shows berry, currants, mushroom, grilled meat and sandalwood flavors, dusted with Indian spices. Now–2015.",Mesa,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2008 Mesa Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2008-mesa-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Riverbench 14.1,Red,US,"There's lots of new French oak on this Cabernet, but the underlying wine is powerful enough to take it. Shows rich, gentle tannins and fine acidity framing complex, flavorful cherry, blackberry and raspberry fruit. The near-perfect balance suggests cellaring for a decade or longer, although the wine is pretty enough to drink now.",,50,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Slaughterhouse Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/slaughterhouse-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Slaughterhouse Cellars 14.9,Red,US,". Though it is five years old and just being released, this thick, tannic and rich Bordeaux blend still requires decanting, cellaring, and/or extensive breathing time. A full day after first being tasted, it came together for me; the initial, aggressively herbal character is equally matched to ripe black cherry fruit and massive tannins. The nose suggests sweet cherry, but the palate leans more to the herbal side, with flavors of earth, stem and leaf, and there is a green tea residual flavor that infuses the finish. A wine to cellar and to savor with a fine steak.",Red Wine,65,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Corliss Estates 2005 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corliss-estates-2005-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Corliss Estates ,Red,Italy,"Extreme elegance and balance characterize Gianfranco Bovio's Barolo Rocchettevino. The wine is studied and sophisticated with a clean presentation of fruit, spice and ethereal balsam or herbal aromas. It's a toned and carefully structured wine that will last many long years in the cellar.",Rocchettevino,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Bovio 2006 Rocchettevino (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-bovio-2006-rocchettevino-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianfranco Bovio 14.7,Red,US,"This is a very nice Cabernet that feels rich in the mouth, a wine that will have everybody remarking on its smooth, velvety texture. Taste-wise, it shows an olive tinge to the red and black cherry fruit, with a beautiful overlay of smoky oak. You can drink it now, with a good decant, and it should develop in the bottle over the next 6–9 years, if not longer.",,100,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Etude 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Etude ,Red,Italy,"You'll enjoy the elegance and refined nature of this Barolo from the Serralunga d'Alba municipality. Bright aromas of cherry, vanilla, cola and ginger are carefully woven into the wine's bouquet and the mouthfeel is characterized by long, drying mineral notes.",Cerrati Vigna Cucco,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Cucco 2006 Cerrati Vigna Cucco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-cucco-2006-cerrati-vigna-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Cucco ,Red,Italy,"With the whimsical name Paesi Tuoi (“your countries”), this youthful Barolo will definitely appeal to refined, international taste buds. The wine opens beautifully with loads of rose, violet and blue flower. In the mouth, it shows soft, silky tannins and bright acidity. Drink after 2015.",Paesi Tuoi,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Terre da Vino 2006 Paesi Tuoi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2006-paesi-tuoi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Terre da Vino ,Red,Italy,"This intense and determined Nebbiolo from the Martinenga cru of Barbaresco delivers enticing aromas of black fruit, smoke, tar, licorice and old spice. The wine is elegant and ethereal with a polished nature to its firm tannins capped by pleasantly piquant freshness on the finish.",Martinenga,20,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2007 Martinenga (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2007-martinenga-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Onion skin color, showing signs of aromatic toast character, this is a rich, round wine from the hot 2003 vintage. Raspberry fruits are rich and full, lifted by acidity. A great success.",Grand Vintage Rosé Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 2003 Grand Vintage Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-2003-grand-vintage-rose-brut-champagne-121235/,Champagne Blend,2003,Moët & Chandon 14.7,Red,US,"A beautiful 100% Cabernet that comes from Rutherford and St. Helena. It's soft and dry and ultrarich, with blackberry, cherry, licorice, cola, spice and smoky new oak flavors. Seems best now and through 2014.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Meander 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Meander 14.1,White,US,"Almost all of California's best Viogniers are oaked, but not this one. As with Tangent's previous bottlings, it just shows that this particular wine doesn't need wood to be opulent and completely satisfying. With brisk, clean acidity, it displays complex citrus, white peach, green apple, wildflower and mineral flavors. What a wonderful wine, and a worthy followup to the sensational 2008.",Paragon Vineyard,17,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2009 Paragon Vineyard Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2009-paragon-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2009,Tangent 14,Red,Italy,"From the celebrated Cannubi Boschis cru, here's a bright and luminous Barolo that opens with a deep ruby color and aromas of cherry, cola and cassis. Black fruit, tar and spice appear on the palate and the wine tastes tart, plumy and surprisingly succulent compared to most Nebbiolo-based wines.",Cannubi Boschis,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2006 Cannubi Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2006-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Virna Borgogno 15.6,Red,US,"Shows enormous complexity of flavor, a wine that really impresses for its myriad blackberry, cherry, currant, cola, grilled meat, sautéed mushroom, violet and chocolate flavors. If the structure were more firm, it would be a perfect wine. But this is Paso Robles, where the wines will always be soft. A blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah.",Syrée,39,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2007 Syrée Syrah-Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2007-syree-red-blend-syrah-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Petite Sirah,2007,Vina Robles 14.5,Red,US,"This is a fine example of a fresh, complex, young Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir. It's bone dry and elegantly crisp, with intricate flavors of cherries, rhubarb, pomegranates, Dr. Pepper cola and minerals, along with sweet, smoky notes from oak barrel aging. Best of all is the silky texture. Fine now, with decanting, and through 2014.",Reserve,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rusack 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rusack ,White,US,"This is a lovely Chardonnay, a super restaurant wine list bottle. Dry and creamy, it offers pleasantly rich pineapple, lime pie, green apple, exotic spice and buttered toast flavors, accented with crisp, clean acidity.",Russian River Ranches,23,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 2008 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2008-russian-river-ranches-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Sonoma-Cutrer ,Red,Italy,"Giovanni Rosso's Barolo Serralunga opens with bright intensity and lively aromas of black cherry, raspberry, smoke, mineral, red rose, licorice and root beer. Those floral-rose nuances are especially beautiful and the wine should age at least five more years so that the tannins soften.",Serralunga,38,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giovanni Rosso 2006 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-rosso-2006-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giovanni Rosso 13,White,Austria,"A very focused wine with a core of strong structure along with apple, tight acidity and citrus. This is powerful, intense, with impressive aging potential.",Singerriedel Smaragd,40,92,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 Singerriedel Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-singerriedel-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a rich and densely extracted Barbaresco from the Erte vineyard in Neive that will appeal to those who like a bigger, more extracted style of Nebbiolo. The wine is bursting with intense layers of black fruit, prune and plum followed by sweet tones of exotic spice. The mouthfeel is chewy, tart and very firm.",Vigne Erte,67,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cigliuti 2007 Vigne Erte (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2007-vigne-erte-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cigliuti 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful expression of Barolo with finely textured tannins, bright acidity, drying talc powder or mineral notes and tons of fresh berry and cherry intensity. This is a particularly refined and elegant wine that, when aged a few more years in the bottle, will pair with veal, pork or beef.",Serralunga,48,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Palladino 2006 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2006-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Palladino 12.9,White,US,"This is estate grown, from a Lake Chelan winery in an emerging region. Riesling is clearly a strength, as this has a delicate elegance often missing from the fruit bombs that can be grown in warmer sites. Bone dry, dusty and lightly floral in the nose. The balance of blossom, yellow fruits, juicy acidity and wet rock is impeccable; the wine extends itself gracefully into a lingering finish.",Stone's Throw Vineyard,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nefarious 2009 Stone's Throw Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2009-stones-throw-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Nefarious 14.5,Red,US,"Tons of flavor in this Pinot. Dazzles with waves of cherries, rhubarb, pomegranate, cola, currants and licorice, accented with swanky oak. The texture is firm and silky, the finish thoroughly dry. A real beauty that should develop complexity for a decade. The grapes are from Santa Rita Hills, so why doesn't the label say so?",,95,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Feliz Noche 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feliz-noche-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Feliz Noche 12,Sparkling,France,"Very young wine, one which is full and rich, but which needs several years to blossom into its full potential. It is in the dry Deutz style, emphasizing acidity and elegance, even though it also has a wonderful ripe intensity.",Rosé Brut,73,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2006 Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2006-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Deutz 12,Sparkling,France,"Warm and rich, even if still young, this is a rounded Champagne, full of ripe apple and spice, pink grapefruit, lined with intense acidity. Because it is still so young, it needs several years' aging.",Grande Sendrée Brut,99,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier 2004 Grande Sendrée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-2004-grande-sendree-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Drappier ,Red,Italy,"Here's a generous, opulent Barbaresco Riserva with aromas of black cherry and soft vanilla. The wine is not overdone, but elegant: You'll detect soft hints of coffee and roasted almond as well and the tannins are tight and firm on the close.",Basarin Riserva,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2005 Basarin Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2005-basarin-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Adriano Marco & Vittorio ,Red,Italy,"This bright and lively base Barolo from Bric Cenciurio delivers a full hand of aromatic cards: you'll detect fresh berry fruit, spice, espresso bean, mineral and licorice. It's a very smooth and polished wine that could use a few more years of cellar aging to loosen up the firmness of its tannins.",,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bric Cenciurio 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bric-cenciurio-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Bric Cenciurio 14,Red,Italy,"Zonchera Barolo is presented as the estate's soft and most “modern” interpretation of Barolo (a sometimes austere and shy wine). This expression, on the other hand, is bold, bright and packed tight with fresh fruit nuances as well as tangy spice and tobacco. You don't need to cellar age this wine long because it's perfectly ready to drink now.",Zonchera,51,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2005 Zonchera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2005-zonchera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Ceretto ,Red,US,"From a vineyard sited near the winery, this is the most supple, balanced and evenly detailed of the 2007 red wines from Fidélitas. The lightly muscled, compact fruit flavors bring black cherry, cassis, and plum together, with a strong minerality providing subtext. A suggestion of smoke suffuses the finish.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Fidelitas 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-ciel-cheval-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fidelitas 12,Sparkling,France,"A soft product of a soft vintage, offering rich fruit as well as a crisp texture. The balance is just right: green apples and lime to go with yeast and acidity that lies neatly under everything. Age this excellent wine for 2–3 years.",Cuvée Spéciale Millésimé Brut,75,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2000 Cuvée Spéciale Millésimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2000-cuvee-speciale-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Nicolas Feuillatte 12,Sparkling,France,"This is rich Champagne, full with a lively mousse and a dominance of Pinot. The acidity and grapefruit flavors are intense, with just a hint of yeastiness. This bottling seems youthful and could age a few months.",Carte d'Or Brut,40,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier NV Carte d'Or Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-nv-carte-dor-brut-champagne-122473/,Champagne Blend,,Drappier 12,White,Austria,"From cool vineyards, this is an impressive, steely, crisp wine, mineral in texture, with tight fruit, fresh but always in tension.",Kellerberg,,90,Weinviertel,,,Norbert Bauer 2009 Kellerberg Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norbert-bauer-2009-kellerberg-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Norbert Bauer 13.7,Red,US,"A deeply colored, rich, vibrant Syrah, ready to drink now. It's gritty in tannins and bone dry, but offers a wealth of ripe, jammy blackberries, cherries, bacon, peppery spices and smoky sandalwood.",Estate,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bugay 2007 Estate Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bugay-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2007,Bugay 14,Red,Italy,"A little sister to the estate's more expensive Bricco Asili cru expression of Barbaresco, this tonic, clean and firm wine is redolent of black currant, cherry cola, wild raspberry, violets, tar and Spanish cedar. It's a firm, determined and polished wine.",Asij,45,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 2006 Asij (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2006-asij-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Ceretto 12,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful rosé bubbly, from the copper-salmon color to the final finish. Made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it's dry and refined, with complex orange, raspberry, vanilla cream, mineral and brioche flavors. Gains extra points for the smoothness of its bubbles.",Brut Rosé,27,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-anderson-valley-121133/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the Serralunga cru is steady and elegant with buoyant aromas of root beer, white cherry, licorice, humus, crushed stone and dried ginger. The wine is astringent but cooling on the palate with zesty freshness and still-young tannins.",Serralunga,35,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Manzone 2006 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2006-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Paolo Manzone 12.5,White,Austria,"Very mineral in character, this tastes of the stones of the steep Singerriedel vineyard. The wine shows tight texture—acidity along with green fruit flavors. The aftertaste brings out citrus freshness.",Singerriedel Federspiel,27,89,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 Singerriedel Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-singerriedel-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe, full raspberry and red cherry flavors on a delicate pink-colored wine. Crisp and dry, this shows an intense and lively acidity along with lime juice intensity. An apéritif style, very fresh.",Rosé Brut,62,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz 14,Red,Chile,"Solid from front to back. The nose is your normal mix of cassis, blackberry, latex glove and licorice nibs, while the palate runs hard and condensed, with ripe black fruit flavors. A little clacky and tough on the tongue and cheeks, but true as you can ask for from a Colchagua Cabernet.",Axel,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2007 Axel Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2007-axel-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,La Playa ,Red,Italy,"Here's a Riserva Barolo from the excellent 2004 vintage with elegant and traditional characteristics and evolved aromas of smoked meat, pressed fruit, chopped spice and moist earth. The wine seems older than it is and ends with meaty flavors of cured beef and honey roasted ham.",Sotto Castello di Novello Riserva,50,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Piazzo Armando 2004 Sotto Castello di Novello Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2004-sotto-castello-novello-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Piazzo Armando 14,White,Chile,"Always one of Chile's more oaky Chards, Amelia offers popcorn, toast, minerality and peach/apricot aromas. The palate is both delicate and high in acidity, with punchy flavors of apricot, peach and orange. Finishes pithy but lively, with forwardness and plenty of verve.",Amelia Limited Release,35,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Amelia Limited Release Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-amelia-limited-release-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Concha y Toro 13.8,Red,US,"This is a fine Pinot Noir. May not be as full-bodied or fruity as some, but it's truly elegant, crisply refined, and thoroughly dry, offering raspberry, rhubarb, tangerine zest and Dr. Pepper cola flavors that are wrapped into a silky texture. Production was a low 820 cases.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Chime 2008 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2008-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chime 13,Red,Austria,"Bitter cherry and sweet ripe fruit in this rounded, barrel-aged wine. Gentle tannins underline the fruitiness and the broad brush texture.",,17,88,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2009 Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2009-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Zull 14.5,Red,US,"This is a heavy, full-bodied wine, with the weight of a Rhône variety, perhaps Grenache. Purists will criticize it for lacking the elegance you want in an expensive Pinot Noir. It's dry and tannic, with deep flavors of red currants, cherries, licorice, Canadian bacon and peppery spices. Could develop in the bottle, but it's risky.",Lone Oak Vineyard,55,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Firefly Night 2008 Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firefly-night-2008-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Firefly Night 13.8,White,US,"Superrich in vanilla cream, buttered toast, pineapple jam and tangerine sorbet flavors, with a honeyed finish. Is it dry or sweet? Seems both at the same time, accented with bright, Central Coast acidity. Drink now.",,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inocencio 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inocencio-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Inocencio 14.9,Red,US,"The 80% new oak on this wine really sticks out, giving toasty, caramelized and vanilla bean notes. That makes the underlying cherry, blackberry and raspberry fruit, which is superripe, taste jammy, almost sweet. The result is a little in your face, but it's quite a rich wine that might develop some bottle nuance over the next 4–6 years.",Reserve,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Titus 14,Red,Italy,"A ripe and rich Barbera d'Asti Superiore with pleasantly inviting aromas of ripe blackberry, Maraschino cherry and exotic spice. All those aromatic layers are washed clean over the palate thanks to the wine's fresh acidity that kicks in on the finish.",La Luna e I Falò,16,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Terre da Vino 2008 La Luna e I Falò (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2008-luna-e-i-falo-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Terre da Vino 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a sweetly delicious young Pinot whose flavors are designed to please. It floods the mouth with raspberry and cherry jam, anise, cola, pepper and sandalwood notes, brightened with crisp acidity. Drink now.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Windsor Sonoma 12,Sparkling,France,"The Mailly cooperative's standard nonvintage is a well-balanced wine, emphasizing a dry style, while having enough richness to fill the mouth with ripe apple and pear flavors. A success and a great Champagne value.",Brut Réserve,46,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Brut Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 14.2,White,US,"A really nice wine that shows how well Sauvignon Blanc can grow in Livermore Valley. The wine is completely dry and quite tart in acidity, and the lemon, lime, tropical fruit and grassy flavors are enriched with notes of vanilla and buttered toast.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,18,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2009 Del Arroyo Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2009-arroyo-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Occasio 12,Sparkling,France,"The Palmes d'Or rosé is always distinctive, not always for the good. However, this 2003 vintage shows well, with ripe cherry flavors, yeast and a soft, open texture. The acidity adds a crisp lemon zest aftertaste.",Palmes d'Or Rosé Brut,200,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2003 Palmes d'Or Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2003-palmes-dor-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Nicolas Feuillatte 13,White,Italy,"Here is a very satisfying white wine from northern Italy that offers extreme freshness on the bouquet along with a creamy, silky structure at the end. Pair this Roero Arneis with seafood risotto or steamed mussels.",,18,88,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Giacomo Vico 2009 Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2009-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2009,Giacomo Vico ,Red,Italy,"The 2005 vintage of this vineyard designate Nebbiolo scored an outstanding 94 points, but this edition of Barolo Vigna Rué doesn't quite live up to its predecessor. There are some sharper notes of red apple, carrot and raw spice here, and although the wine is rich and chewy in the mouth, it ends with gritty but firm tannins.",Vigna Rué,,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Angelo 2006 Vigna Rué (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-angelo-2006-vigna-rue-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Germano Angelo 12,Sparkling,France,"Rich, sumptuous wine that shows weight of ripe fruit, a smooth texture and delicious peach and apple flavors. The crisp edge comes from a lemon zest burst, breaking out of the minerality.",Cuvée Prestige Brut,25,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,René Muré NV Cuvée Prestige Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-nv-cuvee-prestige-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,René Muré 12.7,Sparkling,US,"Appealing flavors in this dry, tart bubbly. Flatters with vanilla bean, lemon zest, tangerine and toast flavors, with a nice edge of yeast. The bubbles could be a little finer, though, as the wine is a little rough in the mouth.",Blanc de Blancs,36,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2007 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2007-blanc-blancs-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Schramsberg 12,Sparkling,France,"A rich wine that parades great citrus and pear juice fruits to go with its intense texture of green apple skins and vivid acidity. It tastes very fresh, veering towards dry and could benefit from several months' bottle age. A step up in quality for this producer.",Brut 17,48,88,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Brut 17 (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-brut-17-champagne-122481/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils ,Red,Italy,"Here is a very nicely balanced Barbaresco with sweet spice notes and plump fruit tones of wild berry, cherry and blackberry. What the wine offers in harmony, it lacks in overt intensity: it shows flat, broad character in the mouth with wet earth and mineral tones on the finish.",Vallegrande,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Grasso Fratelli 2007 Vallegrande (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grasso-fratelli-2007-vallegrande-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Grasso Fratelli ,Red,Italy,"This Roero offers very good intensity of aromas that are characterized by layers of white cherry, wild berry and exotic spice. The wine offers a soft, velvety feel in the mouth although those tight tannins definitely appear on the close.",Audinaggio,39,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Cà Rossa 2007 Audinaggio (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ca-rossa-2007-audinaggio-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Cà Rossa 14,Red,Italy,"Due to its older age, this is a difficult wine to evaluate. Barbera is usually released young and fresh and is intended as a companion to pizza, pasta and other easy foods. This wine, on the other hand, shows sophisticated aromas of dried currant, leather, cola and spice.",Stradivario,68,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Bava 2000 Stradivario (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-2000-stradivario-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2000,Bava 14,Red,Chile,"Dry, leafy and herbal, with cherry, berry and mossy aromas. The palate is meaty and chewy, with an extra dose of heft and body to support black fruit and herbal flavors. The finish is kind of quick and mild, but also clean and satisfying. A nice mixture of Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Reserva,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2007 Reserva Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2007-reserva-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Carmen ,Red,Italy,This wine shows a touch of age or flatness and its ruby color also shows some mild browning. The wine will hold a few more years but the fruit tones present now won't last forever. You'll get aromas of wild berries and red apple.,Colarej,,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantine Gemma 2006 Colarej (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-gemma-2006-colarej-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cantine Gemma ,Red,Italy,"Smoke, ash and graphite notes form an elegant frame to wild berries, orange zest and blue flowers. Cherry wood and mesquite appear in the mouth and the wine is capped by tight, drying tannins.",Sudisfà Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Angelo Negro & Figli 2006 Sudisfà Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-negro-figli-2006-sudisfa-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Angelo Negro & Figli 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft as well as fresh, this is a rounded Chardonnay, with white peach flavors to go with crisp acidity and a balanced lemon aftertaste. Light and a great apéritif.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Ellner NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-ellner-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Charles Ellner 15.2,Red,US,"This is an extraordinarily rich Zinfandel. It explodes in jammy blackberries, blueberries and cherries, with cola, mocha, currant, smoked meat and black pepper complexities. Could be a bit firmer in acidity, with greater structure, but it's nice and dry. Drink now for fruity exuberance.",Estate,34,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bugay 2007 Estate Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bugay-2007-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Bugay ,Red,Italy,"Here's a light and elegant Barbaresco from the 2007 vintage with focused tones of spice, orange rind, tobacco and drying mineral. The wine is thin and compact with bright acidity that makes for an excellent match to oven-roasted pasta with delicate veal ragù.",Tre Stelle,68,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina delle Rose 2007 Tre Stelle (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-delle-rose-2007-tre-stelle-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina delle Rose ,Red,US,"Smooth, round and forward, this appealing Merlot offers black cherry and fig fruits, a coating of dark chocolate, and a hint of fragrant mint. It spent 21 months in barrel, 40% new French oak.",Stillwater Creek,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2007 Stillwater Creek Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2007-stillwater-creek-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Glencorrie 12,Sparkling,France,"A crisp, apple- and grapefruit-flavored wine, with bright, light acidity and a floral character. The wine has an attractive mineral edge, great as an apéritif.",Brut,25,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Gustave Lorentz ,White,US,"A white Bordeaux blend of 56% Gamache vineyard Sauvignon Blanc and 44% Stillwater Creek Sémillon. This is sleek and spicy, with a fresh mouthfeel. The juicy acidity supports flavors of lime, lemon and grapefruit, with a slight toastiness kicking in on the finish.",Optu White Wine,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2008 Optu White Wine White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2008-optu-white-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Fidelitas 14.5,Red,Italy,"Attractive and inviting notes of black fruit, cherry and spice characterize the bouquet of this dark ruby Barbera. The grape's acidity makes for a clean finish and would match any pasta dish that includes cheese or butter.",,39,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2008 Barbera (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2008-barbera-piedmont/,Barbera,2008,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy-drinking expression of Nebbiolo that sees 12 months of wood aging in large oak casks for extra spice and tobacco on the finish. Otherwise, the freshness of the fruit is what you taste here backed by bright acidity and firm tannins.",,29,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Pioiero 2007 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pioiero-2007-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pioiero ,Red,Italy,"This light and compact Barbaresco Riserva offers ethereal notes of spice, root beer, white berry and wet earth. There's a hint of clove, cinnamon and natural rubber as well and the wine is smooth, polished and firm on the close.",Casot Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Nada Giuseppe 2005 Casot Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nada-giuseppe-2005-casot-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Nada Giuseppe 14.6,Red,US,"A Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend with 4% Syrah, this is an exuberantly fruity wine. It offers plenty of cherry, berry, licorice, cola and bacon flavors, with firm tannins. Feels a bit sharp toward the finish, but barbecue will balance it out. Now–2013.",Eighty-Five Fifty-Five,60,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2006 Eighty-Five Fifty-Five Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2006-eighty-five-fifty-five-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2006,Chateau St. Jean 10,Sparkling,France,"Lightly sparkling, just off-dry wine, deliciously appley and fresh. There is a lovely edge of crisp, crunchy fruit along with a gentle acidity. Low in alcohol, this is a great apéritif, made by the single fermentation Gaillac method.",Méthode Gaillacoise,12,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Sarrabelle NV Méthode Gaillacoise Mauzac (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sarrabelle-nv-methode-gaillacoise-other-white-mauzac-gaillac/,Mauzac,,Domaine Sarrabelle 14,Red,Italy,"This youthful expression of Barbera comes forth with ripe and raw aromas of black fruit, plum, prune and wild berries. You really feel the freshness of the fruit here and this wine would pair perfectly with pasta or pizza.",,19,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Damilano 2009 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2009-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2009,Damilano ,Red,Italy,"This base Barolo from Bel Colle opens with slightly muddled aromas of cured ham, ripe fruit and exotic spice. It scored the same as this estate's 2007 Barbaresco Roncaglie although the finish is perhaps more elegant and refined on this wine.",,53,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bel Colle 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-colle-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Bel Colle 14.5,Red,US,"This is a good, full-bodied, dry Cabernet that delivers with plenty of varietal personality. Shows very ripe, concentrated blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, with plenty of sweet oak, and is tannic enough to develop over the next 4–6 years. Easy to find, with 12,000 cases produced.",Landslide Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 2007 Landslide Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2007-landslide-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Simi 14.8,White,US,"This is a decadently rich Chardonnay, although it depends for its appeal mainly on oak and ripe fruit, rather than nuance. Explodes with pineapple jam, golden mango, crème brûlée, buttered toast, honey and cinnamon spice flavors. Ready now.",Reserve,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Riverbench 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a solid, restaurant-style Cabernet that's dry and balanced enough to co-star with your food, rather than dominate it. It's a subdued wine, but quite elegant, with complex flavors of black cherries, currants, licorice and cedar wood. Drink now.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Schug 12,Sparkling,France,"Almonds and toasted bread combine with lemon and honey flavors in this well-balanced off-dry wine. The acidity reminds you this is Champagne, while keeping fruit and softness right up front.",Opale Demi-Sec,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Barthélémy NV Opale Demi-Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-barthelemy-nv-opale-demi-sec-champagne-122498/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Barthélémy 14.1,White,US,"Shows the exotic fruitiness of Viognier, with a blast of tangerines, pineapples, Meyer lemons, limes and green apples, with flowery honeysuckle and jasmine notes. The wine shows subtle oak notes, but is mainly notable for its forward flavors, elegant dryness and crisply bright acidity.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2008 Viognier (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2008-viognier-sonoma-valley/,Viognier,2008,Kunde ,Red,Italy,"The overt ripeness of the fruit here presents a slight obstacle at first sniff. Once that is overcome, the wine offers a free range of blackberry, cassis, tar, leather and tobacco-like aromas. But, in the mouth you'll taste the jamminess and maturity of the fruit. It's a smooth, soft wine with a long strawberry fade.",Torriglione,,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2006 Torriglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2006-torriglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mario Gagliasso 12,Sparkling,France,"A soft wine that is full of strawberry fruits to go with a sweet citrus edge. The wine has good acidity, in a light apéritif style with pure final raspberry juice.",Brut Rosé,57,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-brut-rose-champagne-122524/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru ,White,US,"At just 12.5% alcohol, this comes across as dry and quite fresh, with vivid grapefruit flesh and acidity. Some mint and lemon flavors sneak in also. The emphasis is clearly on citrus rather than peach or apricot; a fine food wine.",Traditions,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2009 Traditions Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2009-traditions-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Milbrandt ,White,US,"From the Evergreen Vineyard, in the Ancient Lakes region north of the Wahluke Slope, this is surprisingly high-powered, at 13.9% alcohol, with a big smack of oak in the nose. That oak is wrapped around green banana and green apple fruit, with a little vanilla on the side. As young as it is, it seems likely to knit together and improve over the next year or two.",Evergreen Vineyard,23,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2009 Evergreen Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2009-evergreen-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Milbrandt ,Red,US,"Tight and nicely constructed, this is not afraid to show its herbal side. Tannins are earthy and firm, the fruit tight and focused, and the wine might benefit from a few more years in the bottle. What's already there is cassis, tar and earth, finishing with a light but balanced fade.",The Estates,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2007 The Estates Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-the-estates-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2007,Milbrandt 14.4,Red,US,"A bit of a letdown after a string of riper, more successful vintages. Feels sharp and somewhat herbal, with a hay or dried wheat edge to the black cherry and rhubarb fruit. Could just be going through a tough period, and might emerge on the other side in 5–6 years.",Niclaire,75,88,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2008 Niclaire Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-niclaire-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa 12,Sparkling,France,"Already a touch toasty, this is not as searingly dry as some Zéro Dosage Champagnes. Mind you, there is no doubt it is dry, the crisp apple, grapefruit and taut structure all confirming that. In the end, though, it has weight along with lively acidity.",Topaze Zéro Dosage,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Barthélémy NV Topaze Zéro Dosage (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-barthelemy-nv-topaze-zero-dosage-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Barthélémy 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Light pink in color, this is a bone-dry wine, with raspberry as well as an intense apple skin and grapefruit zest texture. A linear wine, very direct in its fruit character.",Rosé Premier Cru Brut,65,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Lallier NV Rosé Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lallier-nv-rose-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lallier 13.5,White,US,"A very nice Sauvignon Blanc that shows the grassy, herbaceous edge that Dry Creek brings to so many wines. But that doesn't mean it's thin. On the contrary, it offers a rich mouth burst of citrus and tropical fruits, figs and green melons, with a touch of tart gooseberry. The finish is a little sweet in honey.",Stetson Greene Vineyard,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Paradise Ridge 2009 Stetson Greene Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2009-stetson-greene-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Paradise Ridge 12,White,Austria,"A crisp style of Riesling, with freshly perfumed green fruits and a steely edge. Flavors of white currants and green plums finish with vivid acidity.",Diermannsee,18,88,Niederösterreich,,,Norbert Bauer 2009 Diermannsee Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norbert-bauer-2009-diermannsee-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Norbert Bauer 11.5,White,Austria,"Fresh wine, touched by late harvest richness. Apples, spice and orange zest make for a vividly aromatic series of delicious flavors.",Gelber Muskateller Klassik,23,88,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2009 Gelber Muskateller Klassik Gelber Muskateller (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2009-gelber-muskateller-klassik-other-white-gelber-muskateller-sudoststeiermark/,Gelber Muskateller,2009,Neumeister ,Red,Italy,"Three brothers, Pietro, Giulio and Franco, collaborate on this garnet-colored Barbaresco with classic Nebbiolo fragrances of wet earth, wild berries and pressed violets. The aromatic nuances are a bit muddled at first but the wine's mouthfeel is bright and fresh.",Montestefano,52,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,La Ca' Nova 2007 Montestefano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-ca-nova-2007-montestefano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,La Ca' Nova ,Red,US,"Smooth and rich, this is a nice mix of ripe purple fruits and expensive new oak. It's soft and seamless, ready to drink right now, with all the vanilla and butterscotch flavors that lovers of big red wines look for. It fades in the finish, leaving a slightly bitter, medicinal aftertaste.",Benchmark,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2007 Benchmark Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2007-benchmark-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Market Vineyards 12,Sparkling,France,"Bright, very crisp wine with fresh strawberry flavors. It is dry, light, a grapefruit zest character over the red fruits. This is great apéritif Champagne.",Rosé Premier Cru Brut,54,88,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Rosé Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-rose-premier-cru-brut-champagne-122477/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 13.5,White,US,"Sweet oak and lightly tropical fruit flavors characterize this young, tight, full-bodied Chardonnay. With another year or two in bottle, the fruit should emerge from behind the new oak flavors and enhance the overall balance. In the meanwhile, decanting is a good idea.",Connor Lee Vineyard,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2008 Connor Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2008-connor-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Arbor Crest 14,Red,Chile,"Dark and charred, with aromas of shoe polish, asphalt, coconut and blackberry. It's masculine in style, with firm tannins that bite down in support of concentrated black fruit, chocolate and spice flavors. Coffee, bitterness and heat work the finish on this tannic, full-bodied Cabernet.",,19,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Arboleda 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an informal expression of Nebbiolo from young vines with tight aromas of pressed blue flowers, licorice, dried currants and cherry cola. The wine shows both a healthy acidic and tannic component and could pair with braised pork or lamb.",,25,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Anna Maria Abbona 2006 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-maria-abbona-2006-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Anna Maria Abbona 14.1,White,US,"Oak sticks out in the form of buttered toast and caramel, while the pineapple, golden mango and honey flavors are very strong. The wine also is marked by notable acidity. Seems like all the parts need a little time to meld into harmony. Give it until mid-2011.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-uu-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Foxen ,Red,US,"Smooth, ripe, and scented with a mix of raisins, cherry compote and baking spices, this forward, fruity Cabernet Sauvignon reaches almost 15% alcohol. If this level of fruit ripeness is your preference, this is the wine to buy. The finishing tannins are chewy and the wine shows noticeable alcoholic burn.",Champoux Vineyard,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Fidelitas 2007 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fidelitas ,Red,US,"Dusty scents conjure up cocoa powder, red and black fruits, and dried herbs. Forward and broadly fruity, it's immediately appealing and ready to drink. There's a sprinkling of pepper, along with a subtle earthiness.",,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Glencorrie 14,Red,Chile,"Nice and aromatic, with cola, tobacco, fallen dried leaves and dark fruits. The palate has some scratch and acidity to it, but the flavors are good and lively, with a focus on dark plum and cherry. A bit more acidic than I like, but still healthy and very nice for varietal Carmenère.",Marques de Casa Concha,22,88,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Marques de Casa Concha Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-marques-casa-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2008,Concha y Toro ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva expression of Barbaresco opens with a light ruby color and charred aromas of wood, spice and smoke. You'll also identify cherry cola, tar, licorice and violet. The mouthfeel is silky with an enduring impression of smoked meat flavors on the finish.",Bricco Riserva,56,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Dante Rivetti 2005 Bricco Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-rivetti-2005-bricco-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Dante Rivetti ,Red,Italy,"This bright Barbaresco aged in oak and chestnut barrel shows focused aromas of cherry, wild berry and white almond backed by spice and leather. The intensity of the aromas is not huge, but the wine is compact and neatly focused overall. Drink it with pheasant or game hen.",Roncaglie,53,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bel Colle 2007 Roncaglie (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-colle-2007-roncaglie-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bel Colle 14.5,Red,Chile,"Rooty and rich at first blush, with dark, black fruit aromas leading the charge. The palate is lively and snappy, with fleshy but short flavors of blackberry, cassis liqueur and coconut. Quite extracted and full but also a touch hard and short, with a few holes in the texture. Carmenère (60%) and Malbec (40%).",Tributo Edicion Limitada,,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2007 Tributo Edicion Limitada Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2007-tributo-edicion-limitada-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Caliterra ,Red,US,"A one-of-a-kind 100% Sangiovese from Cadaretta, this pure and expressive wine shows concentrated strawberry fruit presented in a balanced style with acids and tannins in perfect proportion. There is no hint of new oak, just a softening from barrel aging, and a lovely presentation of the pretty young fruit.",Highclimber,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2007 Highclimber Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2007-highclimber-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,Cadaretta 14.6,Red,US,"This is a very fruity Cabernet in which blackberries, black cherries, currants, licorice and cola star, along with oak influences. It's bone dry, and the tannins are thick and firm, but finely ground. Jammy and immature, the wine wants time in the cellar. Hold until after 2013 and see what happens.",Incline One-Nine Reserve,90,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bugay 2007 Incline One-Nine Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bugay-2007-incline-one-nine-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bugay ,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco from the Serragrilli cru in Neive delivers raw notes of Spanish cedar, chopped fruit and carrot backed by touches of citrus zest and cola. The wine is ripe, chewy and thick in the mouth with a velvety finish.",Serragrilli,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bricco Grilli 2007 Serragrilli (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-grilli-2007-serragrilli-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bricco Grilli 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with the little-known indigenous Pelaverga Piccolo grape, this ruby-colored red wine from Piedmont delivers a crisp, fresh and streamlined package that is distantly reminiscent of Nebbiolo. It's rustic but ripe with personality and if you are curious about new Italian varieties, give it a try.",Basadone,28,88,Piedmont,Verduno,,Castello di Verduno 2008 Basadone Pelaverga Piccolo (Verduno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2008-basadone-italian-red-pelaverga-piccolo-verduno/,Pelaverga Piccolo,2008,Castello di Verduno 14.3,Red,US,"A nice interpretation of this variety, and one of the best from Santa Barbara County ever. It's bone dry, big in tannins, full-bodied and juicy, in the way of a young Petite Sirah, with blackberry, currant, cola and cedar flavors. Shows real finesse, in a wine that can often be awkward. Now–2015.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tercero 2007 Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercero-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Tercero 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a tight and polished Barolo with a touch of ripe fruit surrounded by leather, black pepper, cola, pressed violets and tar. The wine reflects the characteristics of both the Langhe and the Nebbiolo grape variety: it's elegant, structured and needs some cellar aging.",,19,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocca Felice 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-felice-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Rocca Felice 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens nicely, with hints of olive, earth, rubber and leather. The palate is juicy and lively, while flavors of coconut, toast and black fruit meld together in good fashion. A fresh, clean style of Syrah that's forward but not hard or tannic.",Alpha,24,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2008 Alpha Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2008-alpha-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Montes ,Red,Italy,"Giuseppe Rinaldi awes and amazes with the Cannubi-San Lorenzo-Ravera Barolo, but is slightly less successful with this wine from the Brunate and Le Coste crus. The wine is lively and fresh but is also less intense on the nose. The mouthfeel is dominated (at this early stage) by thick, bitter tannins that will no doubt soften with time.",Brunate Le Coste,95,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2006 Brunate Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2006-brunate-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giuseppe Rinaldi 14.9,Red,US,"A lovely Bordeaux blend, fruity and incredibly rich. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows the Alexander Valley's soft tannins and herb-tinged flavors of blackberries and black cherries, topped with smoky sweet new oak. Easy to like now with a charred steak.",Countenance,35,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Farrier 2007 Countenance Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farrier-2007-countenance-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Farrier 7.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is not your standard Moscato d'Asti. This sophisticated expression benefits from high density planting in the vineyard and the fruit is fermented in special French barrique for extra creaminess. On the nose, this sparkling dessert wine is redolent of apricot, pineapple and honey.",De Miranda,90,89,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Contratto 2006 De Miranda (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contratto-2006-miranda-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2006,Contratto 14.5,Red,Italy,"This bright and luscious Barbera offers a full range of aromas that span from blueberry to elegant smoke and exotic spice. The wine ends with a fresh, crisp finish but there's also good density and fullness here on the close.",Vigna Dacapo,30,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Dacapo 2006 Vigna Dacapo (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dacapo-2006-vigna-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Dacapo ,Red,Italy,"This 2004 Barolo Riserva opens with a brownish-ruby color and aged aromas of dried currants, exotic spice, old leather and root beer. It shows tight but polished tannins and offers a drying mineral edge on the close. Don't wait too much longer to drink this wine.",Riserva,61,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno Giacomo e Figli 2004 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-giacomo-e-figli-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Borgogno Giacomo e Figli 13,White,US,"Don't confuse this with the winery's regular Riesling, which is off-dry. This is their dry bottling, and it's a superior wine. Shows vital, crisp acidity that makes the mouth water, then follows up with rich citrus, green apple, Asian pear and peppery spice flavors that are tantalizing and complex. One of the more compelling dry Rieslings out there, but the 100-case production will make it hard to find.",Dry,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2009 Dry Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2009-dry-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2009,Koehler 14,White,Austria,"Certainly ripe, but with such elegant fruit—quince, peach, mango, laced with grapefruit freshness. The light touches of toast come from barrel fermentation",Pannobile Weiss,,89,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2008 Pannobile Weiss Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2008-pannobile-weiss-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Judith Beck 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbera from the Nizza subzone opens with penetrating aromas of black fruit, blueberry, chocolate and spice. The wine shows bright acidity and a rich texture that would pair with cheesy pizza topped with sausage.",Le Nicchie,35,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,La Gironda di Galandrino 2006 Le Nicchie (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gironda-galandrino-2006-le-nicchie-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,La Gironda di Galandrino ,Red,Italy,"This fresh and lively Barolo exhibits earthy aromatic nuances with some iron, currant berry and white mushroom. Those typical floral aromas of blue flower and rose also emerge, and this Nebbiolo-based wine is characterized by excellent structure and acidity.",,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantina Terre del Barolo 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terre-barolo-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cantina Terre del Barolo ,Red,Italy,"From the Vigneto Nervo cru of Barbaresco, this well-concentrated wine delivers notes of dark spice, leather, tobacco, mesquite wood and oak. The natural aromas associated with Nebbiolo are still buried, so give this wine time to unwind with a few more years of cellar aging. In the mouth, it shows soft, meaty fruit with a smooth, velvety texture.",Vigneto Nervo,49,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pertinace 2007 Vigneto Nervo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2007-vigneto-nervo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pertinace 14,Red,Italy,"With fruit sourced from Barbaresco, Treiso and Neive, this elegant wine will surprise you with its aromatic intensity. Bright aromas of cinnamon, clove, black pepper and mature currant pop out on the nose. Subtle shades of licorice, prune and tobacco appear in the background and the wine is bright, firm and enduring in the mouth.",,50,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Prunotto 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Prunotto ,White,US,"There is a lovely balance to this Viognier, and a sense that these cool-climate grapes were not pushed too far. The winemaker, happily, chose to make the wine that the vineyard gave her. Delicate and layered, with paper-thin suggestions of citrus rind, grapefruit and white peach. Still tightly knit, this wine very slowly unwinds long after you've swallowed that first sip or two.",Defiance Vineyard,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Nefarious 2009 Defiance Vineyard Viognier (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2009-defiance-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Viognier,2009,Nefarious ,Red,Italy,"Tettineive Barbaresco shows nice integration of wood and fruit. The wine offers elegance over intensity and although all the aromas are clean and correct, there is a slight point of dried dill or chopped herb in the background.",Tettineive,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Antica Casa Vinicola Scarpa 2007 Tettineive (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-casa-vinicola-scarpa-2007-tettineive-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Antica Casa Vinicola Scarpa 13.5,Red,Austria,"Lovely red berry fruits, with great acidity and fine perfumes. The elegance of the wine is spoilt slightly by a rustic edge, although the red berry aftertaste is fresh and clean.",,50,89,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2007 Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2007-pinot-noir-burgenland-121223/,Pinot Noir,2007,Judith Beck 12,Sparkling,France,"While demi-sec is the description, this almost as dry as some Brut Champagnes. Its flavors are of walnuts and pear juice along with a fine drive of acidity. This is food Champagne, looking for richer white fish or scallops as a pairing.",Demi-Sec,46,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Demi-Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-demi-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 12,Sparkling,France,"Rich, as a Blanc de Noirs from Pinot Noir should be, this wine reflects the prime location of Mailly on the north slopes of the Montagne de Reims. It has some tannic structure as well as delicious line in black currant and acidity. It is a young bottling, so keep for several months.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,52,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Blanc de Noirs Brut Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-blanc-noirs-brut-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,Mailly Grand Cru ,Red,US,"The fruit for this Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from a dozen different vineyards, blended into a firm, purely varietal example of Washington Cabernet Sauvignon. The rich aromatics of black fruits, baking spices, dust, and cocoa powder roll into a full-flavored midpalate, enhanced with a light floral component.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,L'Ecole No. 41 13.5,Red,US,"Garnet long has been one of California's greatest entry-level Pinot Noirs, and it still is. Maybe the best. The '09 reflects the balanced vintage. It's a dry, silky, light-bodied wine, with pretty raspberry and cola flavors.",Garnet,18,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2009 Garnet Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2009-garnet-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Saintsbury ,Red,Italy,"The Rizzi family of Barbaresco does amazing work with its specific vineyard crus. One of its best sites is the Fondetta vineyard, although this vintage seems more nervous and raw than in past years. Clover, spice and green capers are some of the more interesting aromatic characteristics of this wine. You'll also get bright fruit and lemon zest on the close.",Nervo Fondetta,49,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2007 Nervo Fondetta (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2007-nervo-fondetta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rizzi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Black notes of spice, plum and ripe prune emerge from the nose of this concentrated and rich expression of Barbera from Alba. The Serraboella interpretation puts a lot of emphasis on the freshness and overall quality of the fruit.",Serraboella,32,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cigliuti 2007 Serraboella (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2007-serraboella-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Cigliuti 15.1,Red,US,"Though it lacks the precision of a single-vineyard Syrah (a grape that meticulously reflects individual terroir), this is balanced, clean and unmistakably varietal. There is a spicy, sharply herbal underpinning and tannins that suggest some stems in the fermentation. The high alcohol does not intrude, and the wine is complete and full.",,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Corliss Estates 2005 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corliss-estates-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2005,Corliss Estates 14.3,White,US,"Three quarters Sauvignon Blanc and the rest Sémillon, this attractive white wine has an appealing snap to the fruit and an underlying acidity that sets it up in lively fashion. It's a food wine through and through, lightly toasty, with green berries and apples providing the clean fruit flavors. A fine value.",Snowflake White Wine,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2009 Snowflake White Wine White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2009-snowflake-white-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2009,Davenport Cellars 13,Red,Italy,"This is a clean and polished expression of Barbera with loads of fresh fruit intensity as well as a sophisticated dose of spice, leather and tar. The wine is bright and crisp in the mouth and would pair with any sort of cheesy pasta dish.",Ciabot della Luna,25,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gianni Voerzio 2008 Ciabot della Luna (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-voerzio-2008-ciabot-della-luna-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Gianni Voerzio ,Red,US,"Pure Merlot, from the Red Mountain vineyard, this displays that AVA's stiff, hard-edged tannins, keeping the fruit pinned down into a compact core. Cassis and black cherry, iron filings and some tar are all carefully balanced. There's plenty of muscle for further aging, and a hint of heat in the finish.",Red Mountain Vineyard,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2007 Red Mountain Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-red-mountain-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Fidelitas 13.5,White,Austria,"A beautifully rich wine, packed with pear juice and light acidity. The soft texture balances well with ripe green plum flavors and a final creamy character.",Hohenberg,21,89,Wagram-Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2009 Hohenberg Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2009-hohenberg-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Josef Ehmoser ,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco from the celebrated Rabajà cru presents aromas that are typical of the Nebbiolo grape: pressed blue flowers, tar, licorice, currants and wet earth. The presentation is correct but lacks specific definition although the wine is bright, polished and more focused in the mouth.",Rabajà,26,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Luisin 2007 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-2007-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Luisin ,Red,Italy,"Wood tones of leather, spice and tobacco are folded within dark berry fruit, cassis and blue flower to create a well-rounded and balanced Roero Riserva. You still get those distinctively drying tannins on the close although this expression puts more emphasis on softness and succulence. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Roche d'Ampsej Riserva,,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Matteo Correggia 2006 Roche d'Ampsej Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matteo-correggia-2006-roche-dampsej-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Matteo Correggia 14.8,Red,US,"A good 100% Cabernet, with complex, pleasant cherry, blackberry and oak flavors. Quite tannic now, with a sandpapery mouthfeel, and very full-bodied. Feels a little ponderous, but could be going through an awkward phase. Try again after 2013.",Collector's Reserve,120,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Martin Estate 2007 Collector's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-estate-2007-collectors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Estate ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the Rocche dell'Annunziata cru displays slightly aged aromas of spice, candied fruit, cola and root beer despite its young age. Its ruby color shows a browning edge and the wine is elegant and fine. “Old school” seems like a fitting descriptor.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2006 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2006-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mario Gagliasso 12,Sparkling,France,"A creamy Champagne that is softly sweet, balanced between ripe pear and crisp acidity. It remains tightly textured while also offering an attractive richness.",Carte Blanche Extra Dry,43,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Carte Blanche Extra Dry (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-carte-blanche-extra-dry-champagne-122619/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer 15.1,Red,US,"Young and fruity, offering an explosion of jammy cherries, blackberries and currants. Oak adds a framework of wood tannins that join grapeskin tannins to provide astringency and bite. Immature, and the question is ageability. Hold until 2013, but longterm prospects seem risky, given a certain raisiny superripeness.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,85,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 2006 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2006-monte-rosso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Louis M. Martini 12,Sparkling,France,"A lightly fresh-faced wine, with apple and grapefruit flavors balanced with a soft texture. It is easy, attractive, ready to drink.",Brut Millesimé,60,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne 2004 Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-2004-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Canard-Duchêne ,Red,Italy,Here's an up-and-coming Langhe producer who has already made a big splash with the Italian wine press. Valgrande is the estate's most traditional Barbaresco aged in big oak casks. This vintage offers mature notes of wild berries and plum followed by elegant shadings of pipe tobacco and old spice. It shows medium persistency with drying tannins.,Valgrande,44,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca' del Baio 2007 Valgrande (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-baio-2007-valgrande-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ca' del Baio 14.5,Red,Italy,"An immediate and vertical delivery of cherry cola, spice and blackberry aromas makes this a very likeable Barbera d'Alba on first impact. Those good vibes continue to the mouth where the wine is dense, fresh and crisp.",Vigna Vigia,35,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Bricco Maiolica 2007 Vigna Vigia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-maiolica-2007-vigna-vigia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Bricco Maiolica 12,Sparkling,France,"Very fresh Champagne, the grapefruit crispness lying over a taut texture of apple skins and tight acidity. There is a great depth of flavor, a wine that has some complexity. The aftertaste has mouthwatering acidity.",Réserve Brut,45,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Ellner NV Réserve Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-ellner-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Ellner 13,Red,Austria,"Very true to the variety, with red cherry flavors, and soft tannins. The wine is ripe, juicy, very perfumed, all finished with great acidity.",,36,89,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2006 Pinot Noir (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2006-pinot-noir-niederosterreich/,Pinot Noir,2006,Zull ,Red,Italy,"This Roero Riserva delivers a sophisticated nose with deep layers of spice, dark fruit and pressed flowers. The wine is bright and clean in the mouth with extremely drying tannins and lingering smoke and toast nuances.",Giovanni Almondo Riserva,,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Giovanni Almondo 2006 Giovanni Almondo Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-almondo-2006-almondo-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giovanni Almondo 14.5,Red,US,"Hard to appreciate this pricey blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Malbec right now, it's so sharp and tannic and jammy. The big question is whether or not it will age. The signs are there. One of the winemakers, Kian Tavakoli, worked at Opus One. The grapes come from Beckstoffer, in Oakville. Based on that, you might want to give it a good six years in the cellar.",Jemma,79,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ellman Family 2007 Jemma Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ellman-family-2007-jemma-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Ellman Family 13.5,Red,Italy,There's a very ripe element that emerges as jammy blackberry and black currant on the generous bouquet of this lively wine. Barbera is a grape with a high level of natural acidity and those mature fruit nuances help soften the sharpness.,Pian Romualdo,41,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Prunotto 2006 Pian Romualdo (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2006-pian-romualdo-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Prunotto 12,Sparkling,France,"Dry and fresh, this rosé has attractive minerality and acidity, the raspberry fruit given a wonderful lift by acidity and a tight apple skin texture. It is fruity, while at the same time finally crisp.",Blason Rosé Brut,85,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Blason Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-blason-rose-brut-champagne-122510/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët ,Red,Italy,"This is a delicate, feminine expression of Nebbiolo with pretty layers of spice and forest fruit surrounded by tar, graphite and white stone. In the mouth, the wine is firm and fresh. There is a slightly tart or raw note that will soften with more time in the bottle.",Bricco San Giuliano,30,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pasquale Pelissero 2007 Bricco San Giuliano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasquale-pelissero-2007-bricco-san-giuliano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pasquale Pelissero ,Red,Italy,"This expression of Barolo from the Bussia cru opens with fleshy pulp, rich concentration and very intense aromas of cola, cherry, humus, licorice and grated ginger. There's a chunky, vinous quality and although the wine lacks the finesse of the vintage, it will most certainly evolve nicely over the years.",Bussia,100,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Parusso 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Parusso 13.5,White,Chile,"Fully oaked and modern, with popcorn, buttered toast and baked apple aromas. The palate is nicely layered and integrated, with lemon, orange and banana flavors. Complex given the competition, but also smooth and very good by Chilean standards.",,16,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2008 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2008-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Quintay 13.3,White,US,"Comes down on the dry, acidic, minerally side of the Chardonnay street. Fans of opulence will find it lacking, but it's so clean and subtle in pineapple tart, tangerine and buttered toast flavors, it recommends itself as one of the more elegant and food-friendly Chards out there.",,27,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2009 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2009,Ben Hogan ,Red,Italy,"There's a slightly milky note of caramel yogurt or milk chocolate that gives this wine a warm, creamy feel. On the nose, you'll recognize oak-driven tones of cinnamon and toasted almond with loads of plump cherry and blackberry to follow.",Chirlet,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Simone Scaletta 2006 Chirlet (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-scaletta-2006-chirlet-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Simone Scaletta ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Vigne dei Fantini presents an opening act of cherry, wild berries, cinnamon, nutmeg, humus, cola and licorice. Act two consists of smoked ham, dried beef and a hint of natural rubber. The wine is rich, firm and powerful on the close.",Vigne dei Fantini,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvano Bolmida 2006 Vigne dei Fantini (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvano-bolmida-2006-vigne-fantini-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Silvano Bolmida 14.5,Red,Chile,"Bold, dark, full and saucy, with aromas of plum and blackberry. Jammy but lively on the palate, with vanilla sweetness offsetting plum, blackberry, leather and savory notes. This is true Peumo Carignan with potency and blazing acidity. It's not as flavorful and complete as the 2006, but maybe it just needs another year or two in bottle.",Amplus Old Vine,30,89,Peumo,,,Santa Ema 2007 Amplus Old Vine Carignan (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-amplus-old-vine-carignan-peumo/,Carignan,2007,Santa Ema 14.5,Red,Chile,"A controlled opening is welcome, as are the soft, smooth aromas of tobacco, dark plum and warm earth. Full and generous in the mouth, with heft and balance. Tastes like a mix of roasted dark plum, blackberry, fig and spice. Big and blowsy, but it emphasizes what's good about new age Carmenère.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,89,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 1865 Single Vineyard Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-1865-single-vineyard-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,San Pedro 14.2,Red,US,"An interesting and challenging wine. Shows some funky, mushroomy notes, along with flavors of cherries, cola, rhubarb and green tomato jam, accompanied by high acidity. It's Burgundian, in its own way, and could develop in the bottle. Now–2014.",,60,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Terlato 14.2,Red,US,"This is a lush wine, rich in fruit. It offers waves of cherries, blackberries, plums, cola, currants and licorice, and turns very spicy on the finish. Feels good and softly tannic and interesting in the mouth, with a fine bite of acidity. Seems best now and over the next 5–6 years.",Devils' Peak,48,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2007 Devils' Peak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2007-devils-peak-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Terlato 12.5,White,US,"A lovely, fragrant wine that shows the spices and exotic floral and tropical fruit notes of this variety. Crisp in acidity, it finishes just a little off-dry.",The Outlier,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tercero 2009 The Outlier Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercero-2009-outlier-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Tercero 13.5,White,Chile,"Pithy and peachy on the nose, and not nearly as zesty smelling as it is in the mouth, where angular, crisp acids push flavors of citrus and passionfruit. Zesty with a ton of kick, and very much in the Leyda mold of being oceanic and full of passionfruit. Mature but not fading; drink before summer 2011.",Medalla Real Single Estate,20,89,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Rita 2009 Medalla Real Single Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2009-medalla-real-single-estate-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Santa Rita ,Red,Italy,"Le Strette's Barolo from the Bergera-Pezzole vineyards is characterized by loads of fragrant exotic spice, scented church candle and bee's wax. The wine is tight and hard in the mouth with firm tannins and a sharp, determined finish. Give it at least five more years of cellar aging.",Bergera Pezzole,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Le Strette 2006 Bergera Pezzole (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-strette-2006-bergera-pezzole-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Le Strette 13,White,Austria,"With a 10% barrel fermentation, this is a smooth Pinot Blanc. It has a luscious creamy texture, with pear, quince and green plum flavors. The ripe richness is well balanced with a fine layer of acidity.",Weissburgunder,19,89,Wagram-Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2009 Weissburgunder Weissburgunder (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2009-weissburgunder-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-wagram-donauland/,Weissburgunder,2009,Josef Ehmoser 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a straightforward but elegant expression of Nebbiolo that ages two years in oak to secure aromas of spice, cola, root beer and leather behind fruity tones of dried blueberries and currants. Pair this wine with lamb chops or pork roll marinated in fresh garden herbs.",Cantina Tre Serre,38,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2004 Cantina Tre Serre (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2004-cantina-tre-serre-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 13.5,Red,Italy,"Prunotto's Barolo from the Bussia cru delivers ripe and jammy tones of strawberry preserves and blackberry pie that sit heavy over Nebbiolo's characteristically ethereal aromas. This wine will appeal to those who enjoy a bigger, bolder style of Barolo that finishes with rich, succulent fruit.",Bussia,100,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Prunotto 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Prunotto 14.8,Red,US,"This is a relatively light style of Washington Syrah, elegant and nuanced, with an interesting mix of herbs and barrel spices over tangy raspberry/blueberry fruit. Medium length, it tails out into a soft, gentle finish, with a touch of heat from the alcohol.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,L'Ecole No. 41 14.9,Red,US,"Tastes a bit jammy sweet and direct now, with strong flavors of blackberries, cherries and raspberries. Seems to need a year or three in the cellar to let everything soften and integrate. But it's not a 20-year wine.",Nuns Cliff,38,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Watkins Family 2007 Nuns Cliff Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watkins-family-2007-nuns-cliff-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Watkins Family 14.7,Red,US,"This is Syrah from the far northwest corner of the Columbia Valley, a cool region, whose wines show an underlying minerality. The berry flavors are subtle; this is a mélange of leaf, herb, rock and acid. Still young, the tannins are drying and the wine seems to be entering a dumb phase. Give it plenty of breathing time.",Rocky Mother Vineyard Estate,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nefarious 2008 Rocky Mother Vineyard Estate Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2008-rocky-mother-vineyard-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Nefarious 13,White,Austria,"On the tropical side of Sauvignon Blanc, this is packed with mango and apricot flavors, direct and fruity. There is just a final touch of green herbs.",Steinmühle,50,89,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2009 Steinmühle Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2009-steinmuhle-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kollwentz 13.5,Red,Austria,"Wood-dominated wine, at this stage suppressing the concentrated fruit, rich black berries and elegant tannins. The wine needs at least four years.",Leithagebirge,36,89,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2008 Leithagebirge Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2008-leithagebirge-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Kollwentz ,Red,Italy,Barolo Roere presents charred notes of charcoal or campfire that will relax with time but that mask some of the wine's natural fruit at this young age. The wine shows good structure and freshness and would make a perfect pairing partner to pork crown roast stuffed with chestnuts and sage.,Roere,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monchiero 2006 Roere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-2006-roere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Monchiero 14.7,White,US,"Very dry and very crisp, with lime, lemongrass and mineral flavors. Considerable new French oak brings creamier notes, while 15% Viognier in the blend adds an exotic tang. It impresses for dry, zesty elegance. An interesting wine, and one to watch in future vintages.",7200 Vogelzang Vineyard,25,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 2009 7200 Vogelzang Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-7200-vogelzang-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Foxen 14.5,Red,Italy,"Elvio Cogno's Cascina Nuova Barolo is the darling of the 2006 vintage and Ravera, a more austere and reserved expression, is still something of an awkward teenager at this point. Mature berry tones and candied fruit come forward as do notes of cinnamon and Graham cracker. The finish is smooth and silky.",Ravera,69,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2006 Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2006-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Elvio Cogno ,Red,US,"The Optu red is packaged in a supremely heavy, oversized glass bottle, suggesting that this is the winery's prestige blend, as does the name, Latin for “the best.” Big, full, rich, ripe, round, fleshy and forward, this is a no-wait red that should be consumed as soon as possible.",Optu Red Wine,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2006 Optu Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2006-optu-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Fidelitas 14,Red,Chile,"Solid and deep, with straight-ahead, monotone aromas of cassis and blackberry. The palate is solid, full and offers nice feel and composition, while the flavor profile bursts with black cherry and dark plum flavors. Toasty and heated on the finish, with lingering tastes of licorice and burnt toast. Syrah with smaller amounts of Cab Franc, Carmenère and white Roussanne.",The Blend Limited Edition,35,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 The Blend Limited Edition Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-blend-limited-edition-red-aconcagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Errazuriz 13.5,Red,Italy,"La Matta is a dark and sophisticated Barbera d'Alba with loads of oak intensity (spice, vanilla and cinnamon) backed by blackberry, currants and plum. Characteristic acidity kicks in on the close and keeps the palate refreshed.",La Matta,40,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gianni Gagliardo 2006 La Matta (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2006-matta-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Gianni Gagliardo ,Red,Italy,"This expression from the Bussia cru opens with ripe and jammy aromas of strawberry and mature blackberry. But, no worries, the wine doesn't play all its cards on ripeness. The mouthfeel is elegant and streamlined with polished, drying tannins.",Bussia,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Fenocchio ,Red,US,"This is three fifths Merlot, with the other four Bordeaux grapes filling out the rest. 100% French oak was used, half new, and the near-15% alcohol shows in a bit of burn in the finish. Toasty, smoky, laden with roasted coffee and bitter chocolate notes, this is a wine to pair with a grilled steak.",R.H.D. Red Wine,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2007 R.H.D. Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2007-rhd-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Davenport Cellars ,Red,Italy,"Aurelio Settimo offers a ripe and chewy base Barolo with cheerful aromas of almond paste, cherry liqueur and licorice. Those nuances are enhanced by dusty mineral tones and astringent tannins. The wine is powerful, tannic and bold on the close.",,22,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Aurelio Settimo 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Aurelio Settimo ,Red,Italy,"Here's a newly released Barolo that appears older than it actually is. The wine's ruby color shows a browning edge and aromas here reflect tertiary tones of balsam, drying mineral and licorice. In the mouth, you'll get iron-like flavors backed by fine, drying tannins. Don't wait too much longer to drink this wine.",Solanotto Altenasso,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavalier Bartolomeo 2006 Solanotto Altenasso (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalier-bartolomeo-2006-solanotto-altenasso-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cavalier Bartolomeo ,Red,Italy,Here's a ripe and soft expression of Roero Riserva with jammy notes of strawberry and raspberry folded within drying aromas of black mineral and exotic spice. Those telltale tannins are present although this expression is slightly more supple and plush.,Valmaggiore Riserva,38,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Chicco 2006 Valmaggiore Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-2006-valmaggiore-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Chicco ,Red,Chile,"A rock-solid wine with bright currant, berry and rooty, cola-infused aromas. The mouthfeel is excellent and integrated, with earthy, savory, spicy flavors of blackberry, cherry and tea. Long and savory on the finish, with complexity. Wines like this are what make the Chilean Carignan category worth exploring. Drink now through 2012.",Amplus Old Vines,27,90,Peumo,,,Santa Ema 2006 Amplus Old Vines Carignan (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2006-amplus-old-vines-carignan-peumo/,Carignan,2006,Santa Ema 13.5,Red,Italy,"Perbacco is a beautiful expression of Nebbiolo with soft, linear harmony and well defined aromas of black fruit, cola, spice and leather. It tastes compact and firm on the tongue and offers a long, delicious finish.",Perbacco,25,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Vietti 2006 Perbacco Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2006-perbacco-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Vietti ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Tebavio delivers a wild, untamed nature with aromas of wet earth, blue flower, underbrush, white mushroom and wild berries. Those aromas are a bit muddled at first but unwind with time in the glass to reveal a solid, firm whole. In the mouth, it is streamlined and tight.",Tebavio,70,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta L'Illuminata 2006 Tebavio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-lilluminata-2006-tebavio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Tenuta L'Illuminata 14.1,White,US,"With this 2008, Taz brings to the table a wonderful Chardonnay at a great price. It's dry and crisply acidic, with bright, perky flavors of oranges, peaches, Meyer lemons and smoky vanilla. Really nice and clean, a lovely wine and a good restaurant by-the-glass selection. Production was 9,000 cases.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Taz 13.5,White,US,"A very nice Chardonnay for this price. It's barrel fermented and aged on the lees in the classic style, which gives smoky, creamy notes to the underlying pineapple, green apple, Meyer lemon and orange flavors. Vibrant Carneros acidity makes for a clean finish. Easy to find, with 13,000 cases produced.",,18,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Saintsbury 14.2,Red,US,"One of the drier, more elegantly structured Sangiovese out there. It shows subtle red cherry, red currant and tobacco flavors, laced with white pepper. A hard streak of acidity cuts through the middle, suggesting softening things like olive oil, lamb, mozzarella cheese.",Estate,45,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage Ranch 2007 Estate Sangiovese (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2007-estate-sangiovese-napa-howell-mountain/,Sangiovese,2007,White Cottage Ranch ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Barbaresco presents thick extraction and an orange tinge to its garnet-ruby color. Aromas here recall spice, earth, tar, licorice and subtle fresh fruit nuances. The natural acidity and bone-dry tannins suggest this wine should stay lively for more years to come.",Nervo Vigna Giaia Riserva,45,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Piazzo Armando 2005 Nervo Vigna Giaia Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2005-nervo-vigna-giaia-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Piazzo Armando ,Red,Italy,"Garnet ruby with orange highlights—characteristic coloring of the Nebbiolo grape—give this wine an elegant, classic appearance. Aromas focus on dried berries, spice and licorice and the wine is polished, smooth and firm in the mouth. Pair it with braised meat or lamb stew.",Marcarini,49,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pertinace 2007 Marcarini (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2007-marcarini-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pertinace ,Red,Italy,"Livia Fontana's Barolo from the Villero vineyard opens with a slightly aged appearance that sees brown and amber coloring. The wine's bouquet is similarly evolved with tones of candied fruit, smoked meat, licorice and crushed stone. It is, however, very youthful and bright in the mouth.",Villero,70,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Livia Fontana 2006 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livia-fontana-2006-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Livia Fontana 12.5,White,Austria,"This vineyard was planted with a whole range of varieties, with a predominance of Pinot Blanc. The result is a smooth, creamy, ripe, plum-textured wine, pierced by grapefruit. It is full bodied, complex.",Alter Weingarten Mischsatz,,90,Niederösterreich,,,Norbert Bauer 2009 Alter Weingarten Mischsatz White (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norbert-bauer-2009-alter-weingarten-mischsatz-white-niederosterreich/,White Blend,2009,Norbert Bauer 12,Sparkling,France,"This dry, crisp wine is balanced, finely integrated, packed with grapefruit and green apple flavors. There is just a sign of maturing in its toastiness, giving some richness to the otherwise steely texture. A success.",Palmes d'Or Brut,135,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1999 Palmes d'Or Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1999-palmes-dor-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Nicolas Feuillatte ,Red,Italy,"With 47 acres of vine, the Taliano family presents a thickly concentrated expression of Nebbiolo with pulpy fruit notes of cassis and blackberry. There's a bit of smoked ham, wet earth, vanilla and white truffle in there as well and the wine closes with a dense, velvety finish.",Sorì Montaribaldi,45,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Montaribaldi 2007 Sorì Montaribaldi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2007-sori-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Montaribaldi 13.5,Red,Italy,"The Asili cru is always a top performer, and although this vintage from acclaimed winemaker Michele Chiarlo is excellent, it's not quite outstanding. There's a hint of apple skin or orange zest that imparts a buoyant and immediate disposition. It's tight and bright with fresh acidity but could use a little more pulp to carry it through the years.",Asili,40,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Michele Chiarlo 2007 Asili (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2007-asili-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Michele Chiarlo 12,Sparkling,France,"A blend that includes three ancient Champagne varieties—Arbanne, Petit Meslier and Blanc Vrai—along with Chardonnay. The mix gives a full, perfumed and rich wine, with intense acidity as well as the crispest apple flavor. It is without question a wine for food.",Quattuor Blanc de Blancs Brut,70,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier NV Quattuor Blanc de Blancs Brut White (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-nv-quattuor-blanc-blancs-brut-white-champagne/,White Blend,,Drappier ,Red,Italy,"There's a firmly elegant and traditional aspect to this ruby-hued Barolo that suggests a pairing with something like bacon-wrapped scallops: in other words, a dish that is textured, delicate and aromatically intense at the same time. The bouquet here is redolent of violets, white cherry, spice and powdered licorice.",Cannubbio,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Rinaldi 2006 Cannubbio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-rinaldi-2006-cannubbio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Francesco Rinaldi 14.2,Red,US,"A terrific Cabernet made from a blend of various Paso Robles vineyards. Just delicious, a young, softly appealing wine brimming with blackberry, cherry, currant, mocha and cedar flavors. Beautiful now, especially with a grilled steak or lamb chop.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Falcone 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Falcone ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Arborina is slightly raw and sharp at first but the quality of the fruit is evident and, in general, this wine needs more time to evolve in the bottle. At this young stage, you'll taste white cherry, Spanish cedar, graphite tones, tobacco and light shadings of smoke. It's a fine, elegant wine with a long tannic fade.",Arborina,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Bovio 2006 Arborina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-bovio-2006-arborina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gianfranco Bovio 13.5,Red,Italy,"Presented in extremely elegant packaging, this is a beautiful expression of Nebbiolo from Piedmont. Not as austere as Barolo or Barbaresco, this wine does offer familiar aromas of black currant, pressed violets, tar, licorice and leather. The wine is smooth, silky and structured on the close.",,21,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2008 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2008-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2008,Giacomo Vico ,Red,Italy,This Riserva Barbaresco from the warm 2005 vintage delivers subtle hints of wild berry and cassis backed by white truffle and earthy tones. At the far back are aromas of dried beef or smoked ham and the wine would pair well with veal in cream sauce. The acidity and tannins should keep your palate refreshed.,Riserva,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Fratelli Casetta 2005 Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2005-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Fratelli Casetta ,Red,Italy,"Winemakers for many long generations, the Lodali family (now with Walter Lodali at the helm) is slowly penetrating the international wine consciousness. The 2007 Lorens Barbaresco offers pronounced aromas of smoke, tobacco, tar and licorice embellished by red rose and violet. The wine is smooth, silky with polished tannins and an elegant finish.",Lorens,75,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Eredi Lodali 2007 Lorens (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eredi-lodali-2007-lorens-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Eredi Lodali 13.5,Red,Italy,The Secolo vineyard is at the heart of the Cerequio cru and has been owned and farmed by the Contratto family since 1959. This edition of the wine shows warm notes of pressed raspberry and plum backed by textured tannins and solid structure.,Tenuta Secolo,65,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Contratto 2003 Tenuta Secolo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contratto-2003-tenuta-secolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Contratto 12,Sparkling,France,"A sumptuous wine, creamy and nutty, full of ripe apples, touched by yeast. It is fresh and rich, very dry, a toasty character yielding to final crisp, clean acidity.",Cuvée Prédilection Brut,19,90,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2008 Cuvée Prédilection Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2008-cuvee-predilection-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Château Moncontour ,Red,Italy,"Cascina Saria is a relatively new producer in the Langhe, although the family has been growing grapes for generations. This Barbaresco shows tart aromas of berry fruit and white cherry, but it also offers accents of red apple, spice, wet earth and smoked bacon. There's more heft and consistency in the mouth, and the fruit flavors show the thick and chewy qualities of a hot vintage.",,30,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Saria 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-saria-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Saria 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous expression of Barbera with deeply sophisticated notes of exotic spice, smoke and toast that follow bursting notes of ripe fruit and blackberry. At first the wine feels soft and velvety on the palate and then that telltale acidity kicks in at the end.",Campass,33,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cigliuti 2007 Campass (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2007-campass-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Cigliuti ,Red,US,"Cadaretta's Windthrow is a limited-release southern Rhône blend of 37% Syrah, 27% Mourvèdre, 18% Counoise and 18% Grenache. The fruit is just ripe enough, clean and juicy, with a spicy and tart mouthfeel. What's most surprising is the length—the wine seems to gather itself and push on through a full-throttle finish, adding nougat and vanilla custard to the mix.",Windthrow,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2007 Windthrow Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2007-windthrow-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Cadaretta ,Red,Italy,"This pretty Barbaresco from the Asili cru offers bright fruit intensity with layers of white cherry, wild blueberry and plum. Those fresh tones are backed by softer shadings of smoke, spice and mineral. The wine is focused, sharp and firm on the long finish.",Asili,44,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca' del Baio 2007 Asili (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-baio-2007-asili-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ca' del Baio 13.5,Red,Austria,"A 900-foot vineyard offers just the right cool conditions for great Pinot Noir. This is impressive, toast and raspberry fruit flavors vying with spice and acidity. It needs 3–4 years for the wood to integrate completely.",Dürr,,90,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2007 Dürr Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2007-durr-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kollwentz 13.7,Red,US,"Great price for a Pinot Noir this rich and fancy. It really flatters the palate, offering waves of raspberry, cherry, root beer, vanilla and sandalwood flavors, with a spicy finish. The light, silky texture is especially nice, as is the low alcohol balance.",Appellation Series,19,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Healdsburg Ranches 2009 Appellation Series Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2009-appellation-series-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Healdsburg Ranches 12,Sparkling,France,"This creamy wine has a distinct mature and toasty character to balance the crisp white fruits and lively acidity. It is on the sweeter end of Brut, which adds richness to this attractive nonvintage.",Grand Brut,45,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Grand Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-grand-brut-champagne-122511/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Superiore's winning card is intensity and you'll feel it in its aromas of cherry, blackberry and spice as well as in the ripeness of the fruit here. In fact, those mature berry flavors provide a nice contrast to the wine's bright acidity.",Amistà,30,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Massimiliano Vivalda 2004 Amistà (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimiliano-vivalda-2004-amista-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Massimiliano Vivalda 13.1,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful rosé sparkling wine, one that shows loads of finesse and elegance. But the final word is its deliciousness. Really captivates with subtle raspberry, toast, vanilla and yeasty brioche flavors that finish so crisp and clean.",Brut Rosé,27,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Mirabelle NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabelle-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast-121148/,Sparkling Blend,,Mirabelle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet smelling, with hints of tree bark, molasses and rooty cola. The palate is softer and easier than some Cauquenes Carignans, but it's deep and satisfying, with flavors of blackberry, cola and fine herbs. Among Chile's emerging crop of high-end Carignans, this is one to try immediately and over the next two or three years.",Orzada Tres Esquinas Organic,20,90,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2007 Orzada Tres Esquinas Organic Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2007-orzada-tres-esquinas-organic-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2007,Odfjell 14.5,Red,Chile,"Cola, sarsaparilla and fine rubber give this wine a dark personality that's infused with brighter raspberry and black cherry. The palate has a thick, chewy, mature feel to it, while the flavors are earthy, rambunctious and savory. Finishes creamy and full, with easing tannins and nice fruity leftovers. Drink now through 2011.",Orzada,20,90,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2006 Orzada Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2006-orzada-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2006,Odfjell 12.5,White,Austria,"Fresh and creamy wine, green herbs over apricots and pears. The wine is textured, with a good mineral, sea salt character, the fruit giving a rich final mouthfeel.",Sauvignon Blanc Klassik,26,90,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2009 Sauvignon Blanc Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2009-sauvignon-blanc-klassik-sudoststeiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Neumeister 13,White,Austria,"Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) has become popular in Styria because of its ability to ripen easily. The wine has a touch of spice to go with a complex blend of ripe peach, white berries and final intense, almost cool acidity.",Grauburgunder Klassik,23,90,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2009 Grauburgunder Klassik Grauburgunder (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2009-grauburgunder-klassik-pinot-grigio-gris-grauburgunder-sudoststeiermark/,Grauburgunder,2009,Neumeister ,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Barolo opens with slightly gritty aromas of coffee rinds, crushed mineral and raspberry or pomegranate fruit. But the aromatic impact is also surprising as those notes evolve into cola, root beer and earthy violets. The wine is silky and firm in the mouth and the tannins are still young.",Vigna Castellero,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2006 Vigna Castellero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2006-vigna-castellero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Barale Fratelli ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the Bussia cru offers all kinds of smoky aromatic veils wrapped around tones of cured beef, licorice, toasted hazelnut, humus, cola and blackberry. It sports a lean, compact feel in the mouth with well-etched tannins on the close.",Bussia,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Barale Fratelli 14.5,White,US,"Some will criticize this Chardonnay for being too oaky and sweet, but it sure is delicious. It just brims with pineapple, yellow apricot, crème brûlée, honey and buttered toast flavors that are balanced with crisp acidity. If you like that California style, you'll love this opulent wine.",Tinaquaic Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Tinaquaic Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-tinaquaic-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Foxen 14.3,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah, richly textured and delicious. Held back for three years, it's perfect now for the soft texture, and the raspberry, cherry and orange zest flavors have a spicy edge. Complexity is enhanced with additions of Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, Barbera, Grenache and Viognier.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2007 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2007,Kunde 12,Sparkling,France,"A wine made by using the color from the grape skins rather than the more normal Champagne method of adding red wine to give color to rosé. It gives a deep pink color with a wine that is rich, complex, full of red cherry and raspberry flavors.",Rosé de Saignée Premier Cru Brut,98,90,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Rosé de Saignée Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-rose-saignee-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 12,Sparkling,France,"Pure, beautifully delicate wine, with mineral striations that line out the grapefruit and citrus flavors. It is certainly very crisp, with a light touch of toast just showing, finishing with a delicious burst of acidity.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Premium Brut,85,90,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Premium Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-premier-cru-blanc-de-blancs-premium-brut-chardonnay-champagne-122482/,Chardonnay,,J. Dumangin Fils 14.8,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet, this wine is very extracted and jammy, in the modern style of extreme ripeness and fruit-forwardness. Sweet oak, 70% of it new, adds layers of cream, vanilla and buttered toast. Appeals now for its juicy, New World style.",,85,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Hewitt 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitt-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hewitt 14.8,Red,US,"BlackTongue has some of the same umami-soaked character as the nearby Boushey vineyard Syrahs, with perhaps more earth, smoke, tar and licorice, and a little less funk and composty aromas. A stylistic note—this is a very dry Syrah, deep, compact, layered with black fruit flavors, cassis and very dry tannins.",BlackTongue,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2008 BlackTongue Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2008-blacktongue-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Stevens 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a lean, firm and austere Barolo with a dark garnet color and forthcoming aromas of black currant, tar, leather, white chocolate and slight shadings of exotic spice. The wine's texture is lean and tight with young tannins that need another five years or more to soften.",,19,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocca Felice 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-felice-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rocca Felice 14.5,Red,Chile,"This particular wine is fast becoming one of Chile's go-to Carmenères. For the second year in a row it impresses with a heady nose of black fruits, pastry and cola. After that, you get a palate full of spicy, rich baked berry, dusty pepper and smoked meat. As a whole it offers character, structure and kick.",Reserva de Familia,20,90,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva de Familia Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-de-familia-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Carolina 14.5,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Riserva della Famiglia offers immense sophistication and density with loads of spice, dark fruit and oak-related aromas. It is unlike any other Barbera you will taste thanks to the depth of its complexity and its overall intensity.",Riserva della Famiglia,163,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Coppo 2004 Riserva della Famiglia (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2004-riserva-della-famiglia-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2004,Coppo ,Red,Italy,"Despite its young age, Barolo Bussia Munie already shows signs of age and evolution: the fruit is on the dried or candied side and the oak tones are dusty and well integrated. This wine shows harmony and class, with tight-drying tannins on the close.",Bussia Munie,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Conterno 2006 Bussia Munie (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-conterno-2006-bussia-munie-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Franco Conterno ,Red,Italy,"The steep Ovello vineyard overlooks the hilltop hamlet of Barbaresco and beautifully trellised countryside. This cru expression shows aromas of spice, mesquite, cedar, clove and black fruit. In addition, there are distinguishable aromas of blue flower and green olive, backed by silky tannins and a smooth but drying finish.",Ovello,45,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Morassino 2007 Ovello (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-morassino-2007-ovello-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Morassino ,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barolo with a light and delicate touch. Bricco Luciani offers a steady stream of currants, root beer, tar, licorice and dusty mineral aromas. In fact, the mineral component is decisive and adds backbone to the wine in the mouth as well. This expression focuses less on brawn and extraction and more on elegance and finesse.",Bricco Luciani,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina del Monastero 2006 Bricco Luciani (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2006-bricco-luciani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina del Monastero 14,Red,Italy,"This historic producer sources some of the best local fruit for its elegant Barbaresco. Aromas include cassis, dried blueberry and cola, but there's also a good dose of licorice, spice and dark smoke. The wine shows excellent texture with firm, drying tannins and a bright, polished feel.",,35,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2006 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2006-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Produttori del Barbaresco ,Red,Italy,"Graphite notes of pencil shaving, polished river stone and slate make for a beautifully mineral-driven nose. You'll also get very ripe notes of cherry and raspberry backed by opulent shadings of new leather and black tar.",Fratin,40,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Piazzo Armando 2007 Fratin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2007-fratin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Piazzo Armando 13.6,Red,US,"Frog's Leap strove for elegance above power in this modulated wine. It's delicate in the mouth, with complex notes of herbs, cherry tart, cherry Lifesaver candy and cedar wood. Turns a bit sharp in the finish, with a cut of acidity that should help the wine age for 6–8 years.",,75,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-rutherford-120622/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frog's Leap ,Red,US,"A surefire success in all the Milbrandt vineyard holdings, Syrah shows stuffing and spine here. It's firm, herbal and earthy, with a lightly funky aspect. But the fruit is there in support—black cherries and blackberries—and the hint of toast and mocha in the finish provides exactly the right send-off into the next sip.",The Estates,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2007 The Estates Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-the-estates-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Milbrandt 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good price for a Cabernet this elegant and rich. Starmont is a kind of second label to the excellent producer, Merryvale, and this '07 shows a fine pedigree, as well as the general quality of the vintage. It's dry and balanced, with complex blackberry, currant and oak flavors. Drink now–2013.",,27,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Starmont 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starmont-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Starmont 12,Sparkling,US,"Great price for a brut this classically structured. Made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it's dry and crisp, with a fine mousse that gives it a creamy smooth mouthfeel. The pineapple, raspberry and vanilla flavors are delicious.",Brut,19,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-mendocino-county/,Champagne Blend,,Scharffenberger 15,Red,US,"Deeply flavored, offering a flood of ripe blackberry and black cherry fruit, liberally enhanced with sweet, smoky oak. The tannins are rich and soft, and acidity is brisk. Immature now, and needs time. Give it a good five years and see what happens.",Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard,42,90,California,California Other,California,Sineann 2008 Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-sugarloaf-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sineann 13.5,Red,Austria,"A beautiful, smooth, rich, intense wine, the structure clothed in great ripe layers of fruit. Touches of paprika balance with lively acidity and fresh berry flavors.",Eichkogel,55,90,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2007 Eichkogel Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2007-eichkogel-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Kollwentz 15.4,White,US,"Thick, ripe, creamy and luscious, this 15.4% Sémillon carries itself with grace and style. The dense fruit flavors mix peaches, apricots, pears and spicy apples; with a hint of caramel and brown sugar. Though quite dry, it has so much fruit as to seem lightly sweet, and the high alcohol does not take away from the complexity. If it were not fermented dry, this would be a stunning late harvest dessert wine.",Barrel Fermented,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2009 Barrel Fermented Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2009-barrel-fermented-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2009,Davenport Cellars ,Red,US,"Smooth, seductive, toasty and rich on the nose, this blend of all five Bordeaux varieties is not a big wine, but drinking extremely well at the moment, with a precise balance of fruit, earth and barrel that sets up seductively in the mouth, and stays there. Excellent length and fullness.",Continuity Red Wine,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2007 Continuity Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2007-continuity-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Davenport Cellars 12,Sparkling,France,"Impressive, but so young, this is a Pinot Noir-dominated vintage, the richness as yet a mere hint in the welter of acidity and fruit. Already, though, this is shaping up to be a structured, tight wine, with great final balance.",Millésime Brut,57,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 2004 Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-2004-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Mailly Grand Cru ,White,US,"A fine example of pure, varietal, Columbia Valley Sémillon, this is like liquid honey, without the sweetness. It's more like the essence of honey flavor, coating the mix of peach, pear and fig fruits. Smooth as silk, supple and soft, it's a lovely effort.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2008 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2008-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2008,Fidelitas ,Red,US,"This single-vineyard blend is drinking very well. There is an unusual minty spice underlying the cassis and cherry fruit, and it provides a nice line for the flavors as they weave across the palate. This wine is among the best balanced of the 2007 reds from Fidélitas, and shows some well-managed herbs and baking spice flavors along with soft, light tannins.",Red Mountain Vineyard Red Wine,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Fidelitas 2007 Red Mountain Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-red-mountain-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Fidelitas 12,Sparkling,France,"A beautiful ripe, soft and fruity wine. The acidity is sweet, crisp pears and apricots giving a rich character. This is a vintage that is for drinking, not aging.",Grande Sendrée Brut,99,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier 2000 Grande Sendrée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-2000-grande-sendree-brut-champagne-108392/,Champagne Blend,2000,Drappier ,Red,Italy,"The historic Barale Fratelli estate offers this bright Barbaresco from the Serraboella cru. The beautiful wine is pristine and tight with loads of berry fruit and spice. It's tart, spicy and clean on the finish. Pair it with ravioli with lamb-based meat sauce.",Serraboella,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Barale Fratelli 2007 Serraboella (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2007-serraboella-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Barale Fratelli 12,Sparkling,France,"With its rich toasty aroma and ripe creamed apple palate, this is a rich Champagne reflecting the vintage. It is well balanced, with toffee softness and lime juice acidity. Not for aging, but currently very enjoyable.",Brut Prestige,99,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Ellner 1999 Brut Prestige (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-ellner-1999-brut-prestige-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Charles Ellner ,Red,Italy,"The 2007 Söri Rio Sordo is far more impressive than the 2006 edition. Warm temperatures and a long growing season have surely played an important part in developing the aromas of black fruit, sweet spice, plum and dried prune that come forward. The wine shows elegance and integration with a firm, unyielding tannic structure.",Söri Rio Sordo,87,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca'Romè 2007 Söri Rio Sordo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-2007-sori-rio-sordo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ca'Romè 14,Red,Italy,"This beautiful blend of Barbera and Dolcetto shows characteristics of both native grapes (although the Barbera component is an overwhelming 90%). There are mature fruit aromas here with cherry, blackberry and raspberry but there's also a touch of spice cake and leather. From the 2004 vintage, the wine shows a soft and sophisticated side.",Cadò,30,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Anna Maria Abbona 2004 Cadò Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-maria-abbona-2004-cado-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2004,Anna Maria Abbona ,Red,US,"If you are looking for a right-on, pure and typical example of Washington Syrah, this is a good place to start. The fruit is deep and black, a mix of berries, plums and cassis, threaded with tobacco, earth and iron ore. Everything seems softened and smoothed, making this especially accessible, in part, most likely, due to this supremely balanced vintage.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Alexandria Nicole ,Red,Italy,"Here's a sharp, focused expression of Nebbiolo with aromas of caper and green olive backed by characteristic aromas of pressed violets, tar and spice. The wine is firm and drying in the mouth and shows the best traits of traditional, territory-driven Barbaresco.",Sanadaive,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2007 Sanadaive (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2007-sanadaive-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Adriano Marco & Vittorio ,Red,Italy,"Here's an earthy, meaty Barolo with characteristic aromas of smoked honey ham, bresaola, root beer and exotic spice. The fruit element comes forward as blackberry and cassis. The wine is slightly bitter and astringent. Drink it well after 2015 to let those tannins soften.",,42,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Anselma 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselma-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Anselma ,Red,US,"A limited-production Bordeaux blend, this is a vineyard/barrel selection by now-departed Cadaretta winemaker Virginie Bourgue. It's silky and deep, with penetrating black fruits and toasted, roasted coffee barrel flavors. Seductive and smooth, this is an elegant wine that warrants cellaring.",Springboard Red,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2006 Springboard Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2006-springboard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Cadaretta ,Red,Italy,"This is a distinctive and unique Barolo with an edgy, brambly quality that comes forth aromatically as wild berry, forest floor, chopped herb, furniture wax for antiques and root beer. The wine leaves your palate with a dry, dusty impression thanks to the fine nature of its tannins.",Ca' Mia,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brovia 2006 Ca' Mia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brovia-2006-ca-mia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Brovia 14,Red,Italy,"Made with organically grown grapes, this silky and elegant expression of Nebbiolo offers a youthful interpretation of the grape with bright berry notes of cassis, currant and wild raspberry backed by austere aromas of tar, licorice and leather.",,25,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cascina Corte di Barosi Alessandro 2007 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-corte-barosi-alessandro-2007-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Corte di Barosi Alessandro 14.8,Red,US,"A little too soft in both acidity and tannins to have perfect structure, but it's fine enough, and the flavors certainly are complex and compelling. They range from blackberry tart and cherry pie through Dr. Pepper cola and anise liqueur to bacon and sandalwood. If that sounds good, it is. Ready now.",Signature Estate Cuvée,39,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2007 Signature Estate Cuvée Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2007-signature-estate-cuvee-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Vina Robles 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Barbaresco shows refined aromas of currant, cassis, tar, licorice, white truffle and root beer. This wine offers balance and intensity with a firm tannic close. Drink after 2015.",Basarin Vigna Gianmaté,52,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giacosa Fratelli 2005 Basarin Vigna Gianmaté (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2005-basarin-vigna-gianmate-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giacosa Fratelli 12,Sparkling,France,"Sweet, toasty wine, very ripe, full of yellow fruits, touched with almonds and bright white currants. The texture is rich, concentrated, a wine that could well age as it knits its rich fruit and acidity together.",Clos des Bouveries Brut,65,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 2004 Clos des Bouveries Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-2004-clos-bouveries-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Duval-Leroy ,Red,Italy,"Fragrant and delicate, with aromas of blue flower, scented candle, forest berry, earth and perfume, this Barbaresco shows the ethereal nature of Nebbiolo. It performs beautifully in the mouth thanks to the smooth, silky tannins.",I Patriarchi,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Francone 2007 I Patriarchi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francone-2007-i-patriarchi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Francone 14,Red,Chile,"Dark, sultry and hard at first, but with airing comes a wave of cola, vanilla and black fruit notes that settle in the right way. The palate is healthy and balanced, and the flavors of cherry, currant, plum and tobacco are enticing and long. Herbal in some ways, but not too much. Shows quality and some short-term aging ability; drink now through 2012.",Single Vineyard,21,90,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Errazuriz ,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and very polished Riserva Barbaresco with clean and focused aromas of white cherry, cola, wild berries and dried currants. This expression from the Pora cru (known for its cellar-worthy wines) shows good acidity and drying tannins.",Pora Riserva,70,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2005 Pora Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2005-pora-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Produttori del Barbaresco ,Red,Italy,"Sour fruit aromas are followed by tart white cherry, citrus zest, cedar wood, tealeaf and crushed mineral. The wine will appeal especially to Barolo traditionalists who look for complexity and elegance over brawn and power.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,75,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Veglio 2006 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-veglio-2006-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mauro Veglio ,Red,Italy,"Here's a powerful and intense Barbaresco with tones of cherry liqueur, spice, licorice, leather and espresso coffee. The wine shows good concentration and excellent persistency of flavor with lingering nuances of spice and berry with bright acidity and dry tannins.",Teorema,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Molino 2007 Teorema (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-2007-teorema-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Molino ,Red,Italy,"Oddero is one of the most important historic brands in the Langhe and the Rocche di Castiglione Barolo highlights this legacy very nicely. The wine is redolent of wild berries, plums, spice, white truffle and cherry liqueur. It's an elegant, tonic wine with a garnet and amber coloring.",Rocche di Castiglione,69,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Oddero 2006 Rocche di Castiglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2006-rocche-castiglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Oddero ,Red,US,"The cow catcher is the front of the train engine guard, and speaks to the railroad theme of this winery. An outstanding “second” wine, this value blend drinks like a much pricier wine. It's ready to go, with broad, softened, mixed red fruits, baking spices, toasty barrel notes and a smooth, gliding, lingering finish.",Cow Catcher Red,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dumas Station 2007 Cow Catcher Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dumas-station-2007-cow-catcher-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Dumas Station 12,Sparkling,France,"Mouth- tingling freshness in a very crisp, dry wine that lives up to its Zéro Dosage moniker. It is all about green apples, freshly sliced lemon, a taut minerality. A few months bottle age will help to bring out a rounder, yeasty character.",Zéro Dosage Brut Nature,43,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier NV Zéro Dosage Brut Nature Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-nv-zero-dosage-brut-nature-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,Drappier 14.2,Red,US,"Spicy Syrah, with a clear herbal core, shows blackberry and blueberry fruit, along with lighter suggestions of compost, pepper and anise. Unfined and unfiltered, the wine remains proportionate and avoids over-the-top ripeness or heft. Best if cellared for another 5–8 years.",Northern Blend Red,35,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Rôtie Cellars 2008 Northern Blend Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotie-cellars-2008-northern-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Rôtie Cellars ,Red,Italy,"Terre da Vino is a massive presence in the Langhe, representing some 11,000 acres of vines and 2,500 growers. The winery produces excellent Barbera and classic expressions of Barbaresco like this wine. Aromas include red berries, wild flowers, tar, licorice and spice. The wine is polished, clean, persistent and focused.",La Casa in Collina,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Terre da Vino 2007 La Casa in Collina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2007-casa-in-collina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Terre da Vino 14.8,Red,US,"Deep and fruity, this hits you with a dense core of black cherry, strawberry preserves and cooked raisins. Interesting details emerge throughout as it runs across the palate: pepper and herb, baking spices and light chocolate. Good balance and length, but drink up soon.",Seven Hills Vineyard Estate,37,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-seven-hills-vineyard-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 ,Red,Austria,"From young vines, this is a big, berried wine, dense and concentrated. Sweet cherries, juicy texture and light tannins give a tasty, ripe wine.",Heideboden,28,90,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2008 Heideboden Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2008-heideboden-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Judith Beck 12.5,Red,Austria,"From well-drained gravel soil, this is a structured wine, flavored with red plums, red berries and firm tannins. St Laurent is an underestimated grape, and this wine shows its wonderful, juicy potential.",Schafleiten,37,90,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2007 Schafleiten St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2007-schafleiten-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2007,Judith Beck 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Very dry, packed with grapefruit juice flavors. At the same time, this is a tense, serious wine, with a great mineral presence, touch of toast and the potential to age in bottle. It is best with food.",Zero Dosage Grand Cru Brut,84,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Lallier NV Zero Dosage Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lallier-nv-zero-dosage-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lallier 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Beautifully perfumed Champagne, creamy and mineral at the same time. It has the freshest green apple character to go with a delicious rich, full flavor, grapefruit juice and a tight texture.",Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut,75,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Lallier NV Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lallier-nv-blanc-blancs-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Lallier ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo, made within the township of Barolo, opens with a slightly brownish, amber appearance and delivers earth-driven aromas of licorice, white mushroom, pressed violets and cola. Pair this elegant and traditional wine with game hen stuffed with chestnuts and chopped garden herbs.",,56,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Scarzello 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarzello-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Scarzello 14.3,Red,US,"Sharply acidic, deep in color, and a bit more fruit forward than the other Stevens reds, this is loaded with sweet plum and delicious cinnamon-infused baking spices. Young vines are the reason, adding light floral top notes, with powdered sugar and sweet candied grape in the finish.",Timley,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2008 Timley Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2008-timley-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2008,Stevens ,Red,Italy,"This unique Barbaresco delivers power and personality with aromas of cherry liqueur, tar, asphalt, mesquite and slight touches of barbecue smoke. More than fruity aromas, you get floral ones here, especially red rose and violet. In the mouth, the wine is silky, tight and fresh.",Pajoré,58,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2007 Pajoré (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2007-pajore-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rizzi 15.5,Red,US,"At the age of four years, this Cab strikes you as very fruity and also sharp. It has jammy cherry, blackberry, black currant and baker's chocolate flavors that taste like they have a squirt of lime juice for tartness. The oak overlay is strong in char and vanilla, but balanced. The overall impression is of power and elegance, but immaturity. Try holding until 2013, and could develop for many years.",Lot 1,120,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2006 Lot 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2006-lot-1-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Louis M. Martini ,Red,Italy,"Smoke, barbecue and tar emerge from the nose of this ethereal and elegant Barbaresco. You'll also get delicate fruity notes of pressed wild berries and white cherry. The wine is tart and fresh with drying tannins and a polished feel. Pair it with boiled beef and mint sauce.",,37,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Produttori del Barbaresco 13.5,White,US,"You'll find beautiful, lush, complex, fruit-driven aromas here, as with all the L'Ecole white wines. This captures the complexity of the grape—rarely seen in domestic Chenin Blanc—ripe apples, spice, hints of honey and caramel, and a lovely, persistent floral overtone. In short, this is the Chenin Blanc that should be made, that can be made, and that is rarely made in this state.",Walla Voila,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2009 Walla Voila Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2009-walla-voila-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2009,L'Ecole No. 41 14.6,Red,US,"What's so likeable about this Cabernet is the dryness and the overall balance, which is stylish and elegant. It keeps the blackberry and black currant fruit in check with earthier tones of tobacco and olives.",Nuns Cliff Vineyard,38,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Watkins Family 2006 Nuns Cliff Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watkins-family-2006-nuns-cliff-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Watkins Family 14.1,Red,US,"A fine companion to the winery's Cabernet Franc, also sourced from this exceptional vineyard, this pure Cabernet Sauvignon has a lighter mouthfeel, with plum and Bing cherry fruit front and center. Tannins are polished and smooth, and the nuances of toast and herb show up gently in the finish.",Riverbend Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Nefarious 2008 Riverbend Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2008-riverbend-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nefarious ,Red,Italy,"La Querciola's Costa di Rose Barolo shows an ethereal and feminine side with delicate aromas of cola, root beer, licorice, tar, white cherry and raw cassis berry. The wine exhibits a bright garnet color and tastes both refined but serious in the mouth thanks to its polished tannins.",Costa di Rose,56,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,La Querciola 2006 Costa di Rose (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciola-2006-costa-rose-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,La Querciola 12.5,White,Austria,"This is a full-bodied wine with a citrus streak of acidity to go with peach and apricot flavors. It is rich, just hinting at minerality, generous in mouthfeel.",Vom Gelben Löss,21,90,Wagram-Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2009 Vom Gelben Löss Riesling (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2009-vom-gelben-loss-riesling-wagram-donauland/,Riesling,2009,Josef Ehmoser 14.5,Red,Italy,"Giuseppe Cortese's bold Barbaresco from the Rabajà cru shows a strong bouquet of spice, liquid smoke, mesquite and cola. The natural fruit appears at the back and the wine carries over the palate with enormous freshness and intensity.",Rabajà,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giuseppe Cortese 2007 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-cortese-2007-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giuseppe Cortese ,Red,Italy,"You'll love this traditional expression of Barbaresco and its excellent balancing act between the elegance of its natural fruit aromas and the spicy oak-related tones that embellish it. There's a touch of raw fruit or citrus zest as well and the wine closes in a silky, smooth fashion.",Basarin,52,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giacosa Fratelli 2007 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2007-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacosa Fratelli 14.1,Red,US,"Dry, juicy, ripe and balanced, Gainey's best Merlot since 2005. As they've begun sourcing grapes from farther inland, the wine has grown richer. Shows a nice integration of oak with flavors of currants and red licorice, with a distinguished finish. Now–2013.",Limited Selection,38,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2007 Limited Selection Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2007-limited-selection-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2007,Gainey ,Red,Italy,"This youthful and lively Barolo comes from a winery in the La Morra municipality of the Langhe. Although the oak influences are still discernable, this wine will relax and soften with time. At this young age, you'll recognize aromas of cherry, vanilla, pipe tobacco, spice and red rose. The mouthfeel is marked by bright acidity and firmness.",,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francone 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francone-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Francone ,Red,Italy,"Here's a vinous and youthful Barolo that definitely needs five-plus years of bottle aging. The aromas are fresh and piquant, including forest berry, cola, balsam and white truffle. The mouthfeel is satisfying and pleasantly intense with a long tannic fade.",Vigna Pugnane,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Conterno 2006 Vigna Pugnane (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-conterno-2006-vigna-pugnane-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Franco Conterno 12.5,White,US,"Malvasia is an aromatic variety, like Riesling or Muscat. This wine is bone dry and brims with mouth-cleansing acidity. Flavorwise, it's all oranges and tangerines, with hints of honeysuckle and white pepper. There's something tangy and layered that makes it terrifically interesting. Try as a refreshing alternative to tart wines, like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Birichino 2009 Malvasia Bianca (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2009-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-central-coast-monterey/,Malvasia Bianca,2009,Birichino 14,Red,Chile,"Dusty, sweet, dark-fruited and properly herbal, this is a Cabernet that very much fits the Chilean blueprint of what the variety should smell and taste like. Creamy and full, with bold berry, herb and vanilla flavors, and then with a lush, dense finish. Drink now through 2012.",Tributo Single Vineyard,20,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2008 Tributo Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2008-tributo-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Caliterra 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very elegant and ethereal expression of Nebbiolo with measured aromatic accents of drying mineral, wild berries and Indian spice. This is a delicate and feminine wine with freshness, tartness and a very fine quality of tannin.",Rabajà,65,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Verduno 2007 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2007-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Castello di Verduno 13.9,Red,US,"A worthy followup to the wonderful 2006. Shows equal concentration of blackberry, blueberry and licorice flavors, with a bacon and pepper savoriness that tantalizes. The structure is fine and firm, the finish dry and spicy. Drink now for sheer deliciousness.",,16,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2007 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2007,Bonterra 13.9,White,US,"This is just the third Sauvignon Blanc from Stevens (none was made in 2008), sourced from Klipsun vineyard and stainless steel fermented. Richly textural, with a creamy minerality, this has a pleasing intensity, a sort of nervosity (as the French might put it), lined with a sweet grain character. The fruits are tart and racy, a mix of citrus rind and pulp, tangerine and pineapple, finished with natural acidity.",AnotherThought,19,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2009 AnotherThought Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2009-anotherthought-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stevens ,Red,Italy,"Sottimano makes five expressions of Barbaresco and this wine from the Pajoré cru delivers surprisingly ripe aromas of cherry, wild berries, white truffle, chopped herbs and drying mineral. It's an elegant and refined wine with noticeable acidity and a sharp finish, yet the 2007 summer heat shows up in the wine's flavors and fleshy aromas.",Pajoré,55,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Sottimano 2007 Pajoré (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottimano-2007-pajore-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Sottimano ,Red,Italy,"Broglio is a vineyard in the Serralunga d'Alba area of the Langhe and this expression of Nebbiolo offers a ruby color with orange highlights, followed by aromas of cola, wild berry, lemon zest and leather. The mouthfeel is drying and firmly tannic.",Broglio,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Schiavenza 2006 Broglio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schiavenza-2006-broglio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Schiavenza 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A mature, beautifully balanced wine, with great fresh raspberry and red currant flavors. It is rich, dense, balancing toast, yeast and fresh fruit. With its dry edge, think of this as a food wine.",Brut Rosé,80,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-brut-rose-champagne-122529/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart 14.1,Red,US,"What a nice Cabernet this is. It's so dry and well-structured, tantalizing your palate with hints of richness instead of swamping it with fruit and oak. Shows summer-ripe, briary blackberry and black currant flavors, with grounding notes of dried herbs, violets, tobacco, licorice and cedar, leading to a distinguished finish. Now–2013.",Risa,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Cottage Ranch 2007 Risa Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2007-risa-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,White Cottage Ranch 15.2,Red,US,"From a hard-edged vintage, this Bordeaux blend is just beginning to open up, but has a firm structure and a steely spine. The aromas are strongly varietal, with a mix of fresh herbs and sharp tannins. The fruit is subtle, black cherry and cassis, threaded with smoke.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tranche 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tranche 14,Red,Italy,"This expression of Nebbiolo from the Le Coste vineyard opens with fresh and vibrant aromas of cherries, raspberries and cassis. Those fruit notes are enhanced by spice, vanilla and smoky highlights that brighten up the wine's firm but streamlined mouthfeel.",Le Coste,106,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pecchenino 2006 Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2006-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pecchenino 13,White,Austria,"Smooth and rich, with ripe, spiced peach as well as a mineral edge. The acidity tightens the generous texture of this powerful wine, leaving the concentration deliciously fresh.",Alte Setzen Reserve,34,91,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2009 Alte Setzen Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2009-alte-setzen-reserve-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Markus Huber ,Red,Italy,"Loads of crushed mineral—slate and white stone—characterize the bouquet at first but are soon followed by delicate aromas of cherry cola, balsam and exotic spice. The Serragrilli Barbaresco offers an intense and pristine aromatic presentation backed by thick extraction and dense opulence.",Serragrilli,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Marchesi di Barolo 2007 Serragrilli (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2007-serragrilli-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marchesi di Barolo 12,Sparkling,France,"Literally timeless, L'Intemporelle is an elegant, almost discreet style. It downplays the rich fruit to present a stylish wine, with citrus highlights over ripe yellow fruit. This 2005 is still young; age for 3–4 years.",L'Intemporelle Brut,80,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 2005 L'Intemporelle Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-2005-lintemporelle-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Mailly Grand Cru ,Red,Italy,"Pian Cavallo is a unique and distinct wine that will appeal to those who appreciate a bigger, more robust style of Barbaresco. The very intense bouquet brings forth aromas of perfume, scented candle and sweet Christmas spice. Bright fruit tones appear in the mouth along with firmly structured tannins that will ensure a long aging future.",Pian Cavallo,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Negro Giuseppe 2007 Pian Cavallo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negro-giuseppe-2007-pian-cavallo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Negro Giuseppe ,Red,Italy,"Giacomo Fenocchio's Barolo Villero is an extremely clean and polished wine with cheerful aromas of eucalyptus, root beer, humus, crushed stone, smoke, tar and small forest berries. This is the perfect wine to pair with stewed veal or lamb.",Villero,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2006 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2006-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Fenocchio 14,Red,Italy,"From the celebrated Bussia cru, this elegant Barolo shows pristine aromas of cherry cola, tar, licorice, violet and dried beef jerky. True to Barolo tradition, the wine shows a garnet color and firm, drying tannins.",Bussia,50,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2004 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2004-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Giacomo Fenocchio 13.6,Red,US,"Frog's Leap strove for elegance above power in this modulated, ageworthy wine. Tasted against bigger, riper Cabs, it's almost lean, with herb-infused red cherry, violet and mineral flavors, wrapped into complex tannins. The alcohol is a refreshingly low 13.6%. This is a connoisseur's wine, and it should develop for 10–15 years in a proper cellar.",,75,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frog's Leap ,Red,US,"Sourced about equally from Kiona (on Red Mountain) and Rosebud (in the Wahluke Slope), this deep, dark, well-made Syrah offers exception value. The fruit is plenty ripe, a mix of berries, raisins and plums; there is a generous chocolate note, firm tannins, and the grapes' earthy, lightly funky side displayed as well. It's all beautifully balanced.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Davenport Cellars ,Red,Italy,"This is a fully unique expression of Nebbiolo with distinct aromas of bacon fat, dried salami, bresaola and playful accents of black fruit and exotic spice. The intensity and power are terrific and the wine is tart, chewy and bright on the close. That inherent freshness makes a nice contrast to those heavier meaty aromas.",Basarin,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2007 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2007-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 13.5,White,Austria,"Rich and creamy, yellow fruit ripeness over lime zest acidity. This is powerful wine, although not heavy, its acidity bursting out through the complex flavors.",Leithagebirge,30,91,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2009 Leithagebirge Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2009-leithagebirge-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2009,Kollwentz ,Red,Italy,"From the Sottocastello, “under the castle” cru, comes this silky, polished Barolo. The bouquet here is redolent of exotic spice and church incense and there's plenty of currant berry and forest berry to give the wine a vibrant, youthful personality. But elegance is also present and so are firm tannins that suggest longevity.",Sottocastello,45,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Le Ginestre 2006 Sottocastello (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ginestre-2006-sottocastello-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Le Ginestre 13,White,Austria,"Beautifully light, a steely core wrapped in apricot, citrus and the brightest, perfumed acidity. A delicious wine, packed with fresh, pure fruit character.",Innere Bergen,22,91,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2009 Innere Bergen Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2009-innere-bergen-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Zull ,Red,Italy,"This impressive Barbaresco shows generous intensity and a very nice equilibrium between wild berry fruit and oak-driven tones of spice and tobacco. There's a fun touch of pepper and white truffle as well and the wine is compact, firm and elegant on the close.",Montefico,45,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Carlo Giacosa 2007 Montefico (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-giacosa-2007-montefico-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Carlo Giacosa ,Red,Italy,"Cantina del Nebbiolo is a cooperative winery with 175 members. This gorgeous base Barbaresco has been shaped by light wood influences that are integrated so well, they appear only as aromatic highlights over the wine's rich fruit component. There's spice, cinnamon and clove and the wine's mouthfeel is rich and continuous.",,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cantina del Nebbiolo 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-nebbiolo-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cantina del Nebbiolo ,Red,US,"Cadaretta's largest production red is drinking beautifully in this exceptional vintage. It seems to be moving into midlife softness, with a well-integrated blend of plums, cassis and black cherries, highlighted with clove and coffee. Complex and detailed, its tannins are grainy and dark, adding heft and gravitas to the fruit.",,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cadaretta 14.5,Red,Italy,"Barolo Castelletto opens with ripe aromas of blackberry and strawberry with background tones of old leather, spice, espresso bean, tar and root beer. There are drying mineral tones as well and the wine ends with young, slightly astringent tannins.",Castelletto,50,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Veglio 2006 Castelletto (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-veglio-2006-castelletto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mauro Veglio ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo with fruit sourced from the Rocche cru in Castiglione Falletto offers slightly aged aromas of old spice, candied fruit, smoked ham and cured beef. The wine is elegant and very drying on the finish. Hold until 2015.",Rocche,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monchiero 2006 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-2006-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Monchiero 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a light, bright and tonic Cannubi-based Barolo that delivers aromas of wild blueberry, white almond, spice, violets, licorice and cherry cola. There's a touch of red apple in there as well and the wine washes clean over the palate, imparting structure and freshness along the way. Drink after 2015.",Cannubi,100,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2006 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2006-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Michele Chiarlo 13.5,White,Austria,"A wood-aged Grüner, with a definite toast and caramel element, concentrated ripe plums and greengage. The aftertaste reveals fresher fruit and acidity.",Haidberg,,91,Niederösterreich,,,Norbert Bauer 2009 Haidberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norbert-bauer-2009-haidberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Norbert Bauer ,Red,Italy,"This is textbook Barbaresco from the well-received 2007 vintage. Vigneto l'Ciaciaret (the vineyard is part of the Gallina cru in Neive) offers a delicate embroidery of wild berry, spice and mineral aromas. The wine is rich and firm in the mouth with dusty, drying tannins.",Vigneto l'Ciaciaret,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Antichi Poderi dei Gallina 2007 Vigneto l'Ciaciaret (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antichi-poderi-gallina-2007-vigneto-lciaciaret-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Antichi Poderi dei Gallina ,Red,US,"Scents of licorice, coffee and tobacco move into concentrated blueberry and cassis fruit flavors that wrap into a tannic, chewy midpalate. The fruit here is outstanding, and the wine delivers excellent, clean, concentrated flavors at this price point. An outstanding value.",Quarry Butte Destiny Ridge Vineyard Red Wine,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2008 Quarry Butte Destiny Ridge Vineyard Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2008-quarry-butte-destiny-ridge-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Alexandria Nicole 12,Sparkling,France,"With its searing crisp character, this is a wine for food. Very textured, apple skins cut through the citrus acidity, creating a taut, nervy wine, although finishing with a richer, more yeasty character.",Non-Dosé Royale Réserve,55,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat NV Non-Dosé Royale Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-nv-non-dose-royale-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philipponnat ,Red,Austria,"Smooth, just lightly peppery, with bitter cherry and sweet tannins. This is delicious, pure juicy wine, finished with tight acidity.",,20,88,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2008 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2008-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Judith Beck ,Red,US,"Fidélitas offers three different Merlots in its lineup, this being the least expensive. It's a fine, everyday bottle, broadly displayed over the core fruit flavors of plum and boysenberry. There are lightly applied highlights of fresh spring herbs, and almost no traces of barrel toast in the finish, just tart and tasty fruit.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Fidelitas 13.5,Red,Italy,"This fun blend of Barbera, Merlot and Albarossa drinks easily and would pair with a long list of foods including pasta, chicken and spicy ground beef. Aromas include cherry, blackberry, cola and chocolate and the wine's finish is smooth and soft.",Saula,19,87,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Tenuta La Marchesa 2007 Saula Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-marchesa-2007-saula-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta La Marchesa 14,Red,Italy,"Slightly quirky but wholly acceptable aromas of animal or natural rubber make a fleeting first impression. The wine then relaxes and delivers pleasing aromas of wild berry, spice and forest floor. The jury's out on how long the wine will age, but five years is a safe bet.",Preda Sarmassa,,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2006 Preda Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2006-preda-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Virna Borgogno 14.8,Red,US,"Good and dry, with very soft, refined tannins and complex flavors. Suffers a bit from arch acidity, but a nice steak should balance it. The delicious flavors include blackberry and cherry jam, licorice, charred meat and a hefty dose of freshly crushed black pepper.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2007 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Jorian Hill 13.5,Red,Chile,"Thick and meaty on the nose, with aromas of cola and spice. The palate has a tight structure, some sharpness and spicy, braised-fruit and tobacco flavors. Finishes mostly in the spice zone, with dried fruits and a spot of leftover acidic bite. Good for a basic Cabernet-Carmenère blend.",Aliwen Reserva,13,87,Rapel Valley,,,Undurraga 2008 Aliwen Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2008-aliwen-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2008,Undurraga 13,Red,Italy,There's a lot of personality in this light and buoyant expression of Barbera d'Alba. The fresh wine is not weighed down by too much spice or ripe fruit and would pair with pasta and tomato sauce or grilled sausage.,,20,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Bricco Maiolica 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-maiolica-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Bricco Maiolica 15.1,Red,US,"Deliciously tasty in blackberry jam, cherry purée, milk chocolate, licorice and peppery spice flavors, with soft, intricate tannins. Feels a bit sharp on the finish, but otherwise a pretty nice Syrah.",,36,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Inocencio 2007 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inocencio-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2007,Inocencio 13.5,Red,US,"A dry, lovely Cabernet for drinking now. Shows the soft tannins and herbaceousness of Alexander Valley reds, with cherry, berry, currant and oak flavors. Earns extra points for the smooth, spicy finish.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Simi 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes a bit raw and herbal in the mouth, like a piece of celery, although there are also richer blackberry and cherry flavors. Yet it's a dry, elegantly constructed Cabernet. Best soon, before the fruit disappears.",,52,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Jordan 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jordan-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jordan 12,White,Italy,"Here's a Cortese-based white wine that rests on the lees for extra texture and richness. The wine is redolent of peach, apricot, honey and exotic fruit. It feels fresh and linear on the close.",White Label,23,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,La Scolca 2007 White Label (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2007-white-label-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2007,La Scolca 13.8,White,US,"Tasted in August, this Chard was tart, almost fizzy in acidity, not unpleasant in itself, but unusual. It gave a bubbly note to the peach, pear and pineapple flavors. Drink now.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Kunde 12,White,Italy,"Here's a light and luminous Gavi that would make an excellent pairing partner to bruschetta or sliced ham on toasted bread. Crisp, tonic and fresh, the wine is loaded tight with citrus and stone fruit aromas.",,17,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Ricossa 2009 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricossa-2009-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2009,Ricossa 12,Sparkling,US,"Feels rough in the mouth, because the bubbles are big and scoury, not small and fine. But the wine is nicely dry and very clean, with pleasant orange and lime flavors.",Natural,16,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 2007 Natural Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2007-natural-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Korbel 14.5,Red,US,"Overtly sweet in cola, chocolate, black cherry purée, glycerine and sandalwood flavors. The sweetness could also be from high alcohol, as the mouthfeel is hot. Drink now.",,32,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,David Girard 2007 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2007,David Girard 14,Red,Chile,"A bit sharp and volatile at first, but with time the aromas mellow out to rest on black fruits and olive. The palate has a lively kick to it but it's also sort of hard and heavy, with roasted, basic black fruit and herbal flavors. Caramelized on the finish, but aggressive as a whole.",Reserve,13,85,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2007 Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2007-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,El Huique ,Red,Italy,"Light in appearance with ruby highlights, this Roero delivers easy aromas of tar, cassis, rose and licorice. The wine is light, fresh and sharp with a lean, watery finish.",,,85,Piedmont,Roero,,Careglio 2007 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/careglio-2007-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Careglio 13.5,White,US,"Too sweet and jammy to earn a higher score. Although the acidity is nice and bright, the wine tastes almost cloying in pie-filling pineapples, apricots, mangoes and honey. Needs to be drier, firmer, more nuanced.",Winery Lake Vineyard,25,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2008 Winery Lake Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2008-winery-lake-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Acacia 14,Red,Chile,"Vanilla, wood shavings, charcoal and floral berry aromas come with a hint of minty green. The palate has a healthy but common grabbiness to it, with flavors of black cherry, cassis and herbs. Almost cloying on the finish, with candied notes and vanilla. A strange wine that doesn't fully come together.",Tributo Single Vineyard,20,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2008 Tributo Single Vineyard Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2008-tributo-single-vineyard-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Caliterra 14.5,Red,US,"Jammy, with that sharp, fruity bite of tartness you get from blackberry marmalade. Yet the finish is thoroughly dry. Drink now with casual fare.",,14,85,California,California Other,California,Huntington 2008 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2008-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2008,Huntington 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a good, fruity Zinfandel to drink with your barbecue, and the everyday price is right. It's dry and tart in berries, cherries and spices, with Zin's wild, briary personality.",,10,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Healdsburg Ranches 2009 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Healdsburg Ranches 13.9,White,US,"A little one-dimensional, but for an everyday sipper, it's pretty good for the price. Shows slightly sweet, juicy pineapple, peach, kiwi fruit and Asian pear flavors.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Windsor Sonoma ,Red,Italy,"There's a milky, lactic aspect to this wine that takes a few seconds to absorb. Once you do, the nose is greeted by cherry and black spice. The mouthfeel is determined and sharp.",Cannubi Riserva,,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2004 Cannubi Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2004-cannubi-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 13,Red,Romania,"Although the nose on this medium-bodied Romanian blend of Pinot Noir, Merlot and Feteasca Neagra is pretty with ripe, black plums, vanilla and a hint of cashew nuts, it takes some airing out for the charred oak flavors to settle, allowing red plum and coffee grind notes to appear on the palate. Gripping tannins and high acidity give this wine a puckery astringency, but it's not bad for the bargain price.",Rosso di Valachia,10,85,Dealu Mare,,,Byzantium 2007 Rosso di Valachia Red (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byzantium-2007-rosso-valachia-red-dealu-mare/,Red Blend,2007,Byzantium 13,Red,Romania,"This medium-bodied Romanian Merlot is herbaceous and woody on the nose with notes of vanilla, toasted oak and black cherries. The fleshy red plum flavors compete awkwardly with a green, stalky profile and strong tannins, but finishes on a pleasant sour cherry note.",Reserve,10,85,Dealurile Munteniei,,,Prahova Valley 2008 Reserve Merlot (Dealurile Munteniei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prahova-valley-2008-reserve-merlot-dealurile-munteniei/,Merlot,2008,Prahova Valley 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a crisp, mineral-driven Sauvignon from northern Italy with background aromas of peach, honeydew melon and white peach. The wine shows medium consistency and good staying power with a dry, crisp finish.",D'Amblè,22,85,Piedmont,Langhe,,Orlando Abrigo 2009 D'Amblè Sauvignon (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2009-damble-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-langhe/,Sauvignon,2009,Orlando Abrigo 12,Sparkling,US,"Tastes a little sweet for a true brut, with sugary flavors of strawberries, raspberries and vanilla, and the finish is soft. The blend is French Colombard, Chardonnay and Sangiovese.",Brut Made with Organically Grown Grapes,16,85,California,California Other,California,Korbel 2008 Brut Made with Organically Grown Grapes Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2008-brut-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-sparkling-california-121367/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Korbel 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a good Cabernet to drink now. It's soft and gritty in tannins, with ripely forward blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, coated with sweet, smoky oak.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Magness 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magness-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Magness 13.5,Red,Chile,"Earth, leather and roasted berry fruit are exactly what a wine of this base grape and price should smell like. The palate is medium in intensity, with herbal flavors, dark berry fruit notes and leather. Call it basic but comfortable, with varietal correctness.",,9,85,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2008 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2008-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2008,San Elias 14,Red,Chile,"Dark in color, smoky and full of coconut and mocha aromas. However, the palate is more acidic, tight and starching than ideal. Add in peppery, herbal flavors to the black cherry, oak and high acidity and it gives off a tight, crisp personality.",Castillo de Molina,12,85,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 Castillo de Molina Shiraz (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-castillo-molina-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maule-valley/,Shiraz,2008,San Pedro 14.6,Red,US,"Tons of upfront fruity flavor mark this crisp, tannic wine. It's almost sweet in jammy cherries and blackberries, with a smoked meat edge of bacon and caramelized notes from oak. Could be drier and have greater structure and complexity. Drink now with robust grilled meats.",Machado Creek Vineyards,30,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fernwood 2007 Machado Creek Vineyards Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernwood-2007-machado-creek-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,2007,Fernwood 13.8,White,US,"Lots of forward fruit in this Chard that's made in the popular style. Brims with pineapple jam, pear, buttered popcorn and caramel flavors, in a buttercream texture.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Terlato 14.5,White,US,"Shows classically exotic, rich Viognier flavors ranging from ripe citrus fruits through peaches and pears to tropical papayas, wildflowers and spices. The trick is to tame this explosion with dryness and structure. Clautiere's '09 partially succeeds, but lacks acidity, and finishes sugary sweet, which makes it cloying.",Estate,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2009 Estate Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2009-estate-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2009,Clautiere 14.5,Red,Chile,"Not as dark and sticky as many wines of this variety; the nose is defined by cherry and raspberry along with barnyard and animal hide. At first the palate seems sharp and acidic, but with time it settles on fuller, more creamy cherry and raspberry along with mocha. Narrow on the finish but fresh and forward.",Gran Reserva de los Andes,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Gran Reserva de los Andes Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-gran-reserva-los-andes-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Santa Alicia 14.2,Red,US,"Good price for a nice, dry Cabernet with so much fruit. It's forward in ripe blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam flavors, with a rich coat of smoky oak.",,10,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Healdsburg Ranches 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Healdsburg Ranches 14.7,Red,US,"It's all about flavor in this tasty Grenache. It's very rich in raspberries, cherries, mocha, orange zest, cinnamon and vanilla bean, with a touch of smoked butter. Could be drier and firmer, though, as it's a little sweet and soft.",,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,David Girard 2008 Grenache (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2008-grenache-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Grenache,2008,David Girard ,White,US,"Pleasant and straightforward, with light fruit flavors of citrus and white peach. It's simple, slightly dilute, with an awkward resolution.",,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Cave B 13.4,Rose,US,"Here's an easy-drinking, inexpensive rosé that's perfect for summer occasions. Made from an unusual blend of Sangiovese, Zinfandel, Carignan and Grenache, it's dryish, crisp and clean, with berry and spice flavors.",,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2009 Rosé (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2009-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Rosé,2009,Bonterra 13.5,White,Chile,"Smells like pineapple blended with lemon candy. Zesty in the mouth, with crisp lemon, lime, bell pepper and a touch of mineral stoniness. Long on the finish, and for a wine of this price it's delivering the max. Likable and not complicated.",La Palma,8,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2009 La Palma Sauvignon Blanc (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2009-palma-sauvignon-blanc-cachapoal-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña La Rosa 14.5,Red,US,"A little tough and gritty in the mouth, and lacking in the opulence you want in a Pinot Noir. But it's dry and crisp, and shows some decent cherry, red currant and cola flavors.",,17,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Beaulieu Vineyard ,White,US,"Juicy fruit gum flavors abound, a mix of citrus rind and candy. It must be chilled and enjoyed for its forward, simple fruit flavors.",Unoaked,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2009,Airfield Estates ,Red,US,"Tart strawberry fruit grabs the palate and doesn't let go; this is a straightforward, light, fruity Zin, with perhaps a whiff of pepper from the addition of 10% Syrah.",,28,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Zinfandel (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-zinfandel-columbia-valley-yakima/,Zinfandel,2008,Airfield Estates 14.7,White,US,"Fruity, with scads of pineapple, green apple, mango and vanilla cream flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. It's made in the popular style, at a popular price.",,11,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,A By Acacia 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-by-acacia-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,A By Acacia 14.8,Red,US,"Syrah is often the best red wine from this estate, and that seems to be the case again in 2008. This delivers round cherry fruit flavors, simple and slightly hot (from 14.8% alcohol). It was cofermented with 4% Viognier, and blended with 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Cave B ,Red,Italy,There's a pungent or slightly volatile note of fresh cedar or red apple that dominates this wine and leaves little room for the wine's natural complexity to show. This Barolo is also less active in the mouth and tastes older than it really is.,Cannubi San Lorenzo,75,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Camerano 2006 Cannubi San Lorenzo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camerano-2006-cannubi-san-lorenzo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Camerano 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Valamasca is a bright and foamy Moscato d'Asti with cheerful aromas of white flower, honey, peach and dried hay. The creamy effervescence feels thick and smooth in the mouth and the wine would pair with baked desserts or fruit.",Valamasca,14,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2008 Valamasca (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2008-valamasca-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2008,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 13.5,White,Chile,"Big, oaky and toasty on the nose, and then zesty and pithy in the mouth, with citrus, tangerine, lemon and not much else. Call it a one-trick pony and get ready for citrusy flavors and little variation on that theme. The good thing is, for a Maule Chard it plays its hand right.",Barrel Selection,19,85,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2008 Barrel Selection Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2008-barrel-selection-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Viña el Aromo 14.3,Red,US,"Pretty fierce in acidity, but flavorful enough, with plenty of raspberry and cherry jam, accented with cola and spices. Drink now, after decanting.",,30,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2007 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Perbacco Cellars ,White,US,"Simple and straightforward, this fruity wine offers lemon/lime fruit and moderate acidity. Fine for everyday consumption, best chilled.",Proprietor's Limited Release,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker 2009 Proprietor's Limited Release Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2009-proprietors-limited-release-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2009,Mount Baker 14.5,Red,US,"An awkward wine that, even at six years of age, remains harsh in acidity, tough in tannins and Porty in red cherries and currants, although it is dry. The winery needs to figure out how to build in finesse, complexity and ageability.",Poggio alla Pietra Brunello di Sonoma,60,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Petroni 2004 Poggio alla Pietra Brunello di Sonoma Sangiovese (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petroni-2004-poggio-alla-pietra-brunello-sonoma-sangiovese-sonoma-valley/,Sangiovese,2004,Petroni 15.1,Red,US,"Starting to lose fruit at the age of four years, with the cherries and blackberries fading into the background, which lets the alcohol show through. Soft, too. Seems a bit threadbare, and probably was better a year ago.",Zayante Vineyard,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Beauregard 2006 Zayante Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2006-zayante-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2006,Beauregard 12,White,Bulgaria,"Aromatically, this Bulgarian Riesling is quite pretty with loads of freshly pressed apples, elderflowers and Meyer lemon scents. Light bodied and dry with a racy acidity, its palate is austere but has some muted floral and honeydew flavors.",,9,85,Bulgaria,,,Targovishte 2009 Riesling (Bulgaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/targovishte-2009-riesling/,Riesling,2009,Targovishte 13,White,US,"Made in an off-dry style, this Riesling has honeyed flavors of a fruit juice blend of oranges, peaches and apples. It's simple, but crisp acidity contributes vital balance.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2009 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2009-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2009,Jekel 13.5,White,US,"Thin and acidic, with just the barest suggestion of grapefruit juice. Maybe some pineapples. Earns an extra point or two for dryness and elegance, but really lacks richness.",,29,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Jordan 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jordan-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Jordan 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Freshness and deep floral fragrances emerge from the foamy and creamy nose of this well-made Moscato d'Asti. It delivers a soft, plush feel in the mouth and would pair with dried biscuits or sponge cake.",Centive,17,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Tenuta Olim Bauda 2009 Centive (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-olim-bauda-2009-centive-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Tenuta Olim Bauda 14,White,Chile,"Over-the-top, starting with the aromas of nettle, sweat and grapefruit. With Sauvignon Blanc there's citric and then there's citric, and this SB forgoes elegance and finesse and instead pushes wild grapefruit, passionfruit and green citrus. It's extreme and highly aggressive. Needs refining.",Ocean Side Specialties,15,85,San Antonio,,,Santa Carolina 2009 Ocean Side Specialties Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2009-ocean-side-specialties-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Santa Carolina 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal from the beginning, with bell pepper, olive and brambly fruit aromas. Round and full in the mouth, with flavors of wild berry, green pepper, carob and spice. The mouthfeel is mostly positive but acidic, and the green element is more than a bit player. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva,16,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-reserva-carmenere-limari-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Tamaya 15.9,Red,US,"Soft, fruity, dry and hot, with jammy cherry and raspberry flavors, touched with smoky oak. If you like this high alcohol style, the wine is for you.",Reserve,24,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Rodrigue Molyneaux 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodrigue-molyneaux-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rodrigue Molyneaux 13.8,Red,US,"A sound, everyday wine with some special qualities. It's dryish and super-fruity in cherries and raspberries, and even has some salty, smoky notes of bacon. The alcohol is refreshingly low.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Q Sonoma 2008 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-sonoma-2008-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2008,Q Sonoma 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and a touch burnt on the nose, with standard berry and black cherry aromas. The palate is mostly fresh and clean, with honest but limited flavors of dried cherry, spice and tea. Not a strained or forced PN, but basic nonetheless.",Winemaker's Collection,15,85,Bío Bío Valley,,,Simone 2007 Winemaker's Collection Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2007-winemakers-collection-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Simone 12,Red,Austria,"Light Beaujolais in style, very fruity, packed with red cherry and juicy spice. It is bright, vivid to taste. Try serving just chilled.",Lust & Laune Red,14,85,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2009 Lust & Laune Red Blauer Portugieser (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2009-lust-laune-red-other-red-blauer-portugieser-niederosterreich/,Blauer Portugieser,2009,Zull 14.5,Red,US,"A little rough and ready around the edges, but nice and dry, with firm tannins framing black cherry, cola and oak flavors.",,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Station 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-station-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Napa Station ,Red,Italy,"Monti's Bussia Barolo, from the Monforte d'Alba subzone, opens with an aged, browning color and aromas of apples, wild berries and citrus. The wine shows a lean, thin quality in the mouth.",Bussia,,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monti 2006 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monti-2006-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Monti 12,White,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this fresh white wine (made with the local Favorita grape) offers crisp layers of citrus, stone fruit and white mineral. The wine is lean and compact but tastes refreshing nonetheless.",,12,85,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2009 Favorita (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2009-italian-white-favorita-langhe/,Favorita,2009,Giacomo Vico ,Red,US,"The nose hints at volatility, and the wine opens with a hard, sharp edge to it. But with breathing time, some pretty cherry fruit emerges, along with varietal scents and streaks of fresh-cut tobacco.",End of the Road Vineyard,29,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Wilridge 2008 End of the Road Vineyard Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2008-end-road-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2008,Wilridge 11.5,White,Austria,"Fresh and light, with acidity, citrus and grapefruit flavors plus a touch of pear.",Lust & Laune,14,86,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2009 Lust & Laune Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2009-lust-laune-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Zull 13,Red,Bulgaria,"Herbaceous notes of dill and green wood converge with ripe, sweet plum and spice aromas on this medium-bodied, bargain Bulgarian Cabernet Sauvignon. Although initially soft with notes of sweet blackberry, it gains earthiness in the midpalate. Firm tannins offer structure, but the vanilla finish drops a bit abruptly.",Veni Vidi Vici,8,86,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2008 Veni Vidi Vici Cabernet Sauvignon (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2008-veni-vidi-vici-cabernet-sauvignon-thracian-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vini 13.5,White,Chile,"Neutral and almondy, with hints of baked apple, toast and butter. The palate is soft and cushioned with melon and banana flavors. Finishes round, smooth but short on pulse, with weight but no oxidation. The time is now to drink this value-priced Chilean Chard.",Puerto Viejo,10,86,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2009 Puerto Viejo Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2009-puerto-viejo-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Viña Requingua 13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out smoky and savory, with aromas of jerky and baked black fruits. The palate is fairly juicy and lively, with a good feel and then flavors of cherry and roasted plum. Tastes a bit roasted as well on the finish despite some lingering juicy acidity and snap.",Winemaker's Selection,16,86,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2008 Winemaker's Selection Cabernet-Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2008-winemakers-selection-red-blend-cabernet-syrah-maule-valley/,Cabernet-Syrah,2008,Viña el Aromo 14.8,Red,US,"This is a dark, full-bodied, tannic, spicy, fruity, rustic wine. In other words, Petite Sirah. It's strong and forward in blackberries, currants, bacon, pepper and oak flavors, and totally dry. Will hold in the bottle for years, without developing complexity.",,25,86,California,Lake County,High Valley,Two Angels 2007 Petite Sirah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2007-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Two Angels 13.5,White,Chile,"Flowery and powdery on the nose, and then pillowy on the palate. Yes, there's enough acidity here to keep it vital, while the flavors lean toward sweet, ripe passion fruit and pink grapefruit. Very easygoing and at peak maturity; drink now.",Queulat,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Queulat Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-queulat-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ventisquero 14.7,Red,US,"Sweet and jammy in raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit, with spicy, pie-filling flavors enhanced with plenty of toasty oak. Rather forward now, with firm tannins. Decant before drinking with steak, chops, or even a chocolate dessert.",,60,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Terlato 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Terlato 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Always a favorite in the world of Moscato d'Asti, this light and luminous dessert wine offers especially clean aromas of honey, melon, peach and white flower. The bubbles offer a firm, refreshing and spicy feel to the mouth.",La Serra,16,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2009 La Serra (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2009-serra-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14,Red,US,"A delicious Petite Sirah, packed with richness. If you can get past the fact that it's too soft and rather light-bodied for this variety, you'll enjoy the raspberry and cherry jam, cola, red plum, bacon and pepper spice flavors that are almost like Pinot Noir.",,29,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rangeland 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rangeland-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Rangeland 13,Red,Italy,"Aged in stainless steel to maintain the integrity of its fresh fruit aromas, this bright wine presents layers of cherry, raspberry, spice cake and cola. It's a fresh, easy wine that would pair with sausage or pepperoni pizza.",Wine Philosophy,13,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Massimiliano Vivalda 2008 Wine Philosophy (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimiliano-vivalda-2008-wine-philosophy-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Massimiliano Vivalda 12,Sparkling,France,"A creamed pear wine, with an attractive tang of orange zest. It is light, bright, vibrant, very fruity. The acidity does seem to be excessive, so give this wine a few months in bottle.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,23,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Pinot Blanc (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-pinot-blanc-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Blanc,,Lucien Albrecht ,Red,Italy,"Here's a Nebbiolo-based Roero with dark concentration and rich aromas of spice, blackberry, earth and loads of perfumed church incense. It's prickly fresh in the mouth with a bitter, tannic close.",Sru,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Monchiero Carbone 2007 Sru (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-carbone-2007-sru-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Monchiero Carbone 13.5,Red,Italy,"Perfect for pairing with cheesy pizza, pasta topped with grated Pecorino cheese, or cold cuts of salami and ham, this fresh Barbera d'Asti cleans the palate with its fresh acidity and wild berry flavors.",Cursus Vitae,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,CarlindePaolo 2008 Cursus Vitae (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlindepaolo-2008-cursus-vitae-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,CarlindePaolo ,White,US,"This spent almost a year in mostly neutral oak, and has softened into a wine loaded with lemony, peachy fruit, so thick as to seem almost syrupy in the mouth. Fruit-driven and forward, it is ready to drink and should be chilled for the best flavor.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2008,Cave B 13.2,Red,US,"A great buy in a useful Pinot Noir that is not without appeal. It's bone dry, tart and elegant, with a light, silky mouthfeel framing cherry and cola flavors. One of the best Pinots at this price range.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Chime 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Chime 14.6,Red,US,"A good, fruity, everyday Cabernet. It's a little too sharp throughout, but offers fine blackberry, blueberry, currant and licorice flavors. Ready now.",,27,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ben Hogan 12,Sparkling,US,"Not really dry, but actually a little sweet, with a honey-sugar edge to the strawberries, raspberries, limes and vanilla. Feels clean and crisp and fine in the mouth. The blend is Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and French Colombard.",Extra Dry,12,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Extra Dry Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-california-121360/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 14.5,White,Chile,"Tropical and more blunt and citric than previous vintages. At first blush, it's borderline sheering and sharp, but with time it mellows and settles on pungent grapefruit and citrus flavors. Predominantly it's about zest and power; not as balanced as prior bottlings.",Cariblanco,16,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2009 Cariblanco Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2009-cariblanco-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kingston Family 13.5,White,US,"Tastes just a little sweet in citrus and tropical fruit flavors, but the acidity is nice, almost tingly, and the finish is clean. Fine as a cocktail sipper and with spicy Asian noodles with chicken or prawns.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Honig 13.5,Red,Romania,"While there's lots of candied black cherry and coffee grinds on the nose, on the palate, this medium-bodied Romanian Pinot Noir is rustic and herbaceous with balanced sour cherry fruit and notes of grass and earth. With such mild tannins, it lacks impact on the midpalate, but bright acidity carries it through a fairly long finish.",,9,86,Romania,,,Werewolf 2008 Pinot Noir (Romania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/werewolf-2008-pinot-noir/,Pinot Noir,2008,Werewolf 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this youthful Barbera d'Asti shows cheerful aromas of ripe fruit and sweet berries. The wine does a very nice job of balancing its naturally fresh acidity with the bright, pristine nature of its fruit.",Cursus Vitae,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,CarlindePaolo 2009 Cursus Vitae (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlindepaolo-2009-cursus-vitae-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2009,CarlindePaolo 13,Red,Italy,"This is a fruit-forward wine (aged only in stainless steel to maintain the freshness of the berry aromas) that would pair with cheesy pasta dishes. It's an easy, no-fuss Barbera with a refreshing note of acidity on the close.",Ottone I,10,86,Piedmont,Barbera di Piemonte,,Cantine San Silvestro 2009 Ottone I (Barbera di Piemonte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-san-silvestro-2009-ottone-i-barbera-barbera-piemonte/,Barbera,2009,Cantine San Silvestro ,Red,Italy,Perfumed aromas of incense and scented candle emerge from the nose of this garnet-colored Roero. Tight tannins and bright acidity close the deal.,Monvijè,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Bel Colle 2007 Monvijè (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-colle-2007-monvije-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bel Colle 12,White,Italy,"A drying mineral tone backed by stone fruit and citrus gives this wine balance and a pristine quality in the mouth. It's light, compact and would make a perfect match to salty dishes or fried appetizers.",Le Marne,19,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Michele Chiarlo 2008 Le Marne (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2008-le-marne-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2008,Michele Chiarlo 15.5,Red,US,"This fruity Petite Sirah has jammy flavors of blackberries, cherries, plums, currants and bacon, dusted with cocoa and black pepper. It shows the variety's strong tannins, but is soft in acidity. A nice, full-bodied wine to drink now with barbecue.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,32,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2008 Del Arroyo Vineyard Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2008-arroyo-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Occasio 14.2,Red,US,"No idea what the name means, but the wine is a blend of 35% Mourvèdre, 30% Syrah, 22% Counoise, and 13% Cinsault—southern Rhône all the way. Soft, fruity and lightened with lemony acids, this is a fine quaffing wine. As it evolves into the finish, a leafier, more herbal and peppery character takes hold. The fruit seems young and quite light.",Rx-4 Red Wine,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nefarious 2008 Rx-4 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2008-rx-4-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Nefarious ,Red,US,"Roughly half Grenache, the rest a mix of Syrah, Cinsault, Counoise and Mourvèdre; this southern Rhône-style red has a spicy, juicy vitality that makes it a good quaffer. The grapes are just ripe enough, still showing some rhubarb and sweet tomato flavors, and the tannins are quite soft, though still herbal.",Mustang Red,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Mustang Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-mustang-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Airfield Estates 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Crisp and clean, this is a very nice sparkling wine for everyday purposes at an everyday price. It's just a little sweet, with vanilla cream, peach sorbet and citrus fruit vibrancy. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are among the constituent grapes, along with Chenin Blanc and French Colombard.",Brut,12,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-sparkling-california-121359/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 12.5,White,Austria,"Attractive fresh fruit, crisp apples and vivid acidity make a great citrus wine, perfect as an apéritif.",Kalmuck Federspiel,20,86,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 Kalmuck Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-kalmuck-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof 13.5,White,Lebanon,"Bright and lemony on the nose with freshly cut grass and a hint of melon rind, this dry white wine is a blend of Chardonnay, Ugni Blanc and Muscat. It's not very complex, but fresh apples and pear flavors and a nice, luscious mouthfeel makes this Lebanese wine a quaffable choice.",Blanc de Blancs,15,86,Bekaa Valley,,,Heritage 2008 Blanc de Blancs White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-2008-blanc-blancs-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,2008,Heritage 14.2,Red,US,"Feels a bit sharp and aggressive in the mouth, with acidity cutting across the currant, licorice and cola flavors. The wine also is very dry and fairly tannic. The impression is of a lack of generosity, especially at this price.",Raven,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stave 28 2007 Raven Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stave-28-2007-raven-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Stave 28 14.5,Red,Chile,"Kind of generic on the nose, with licorice and shy black fruit and herbal aromas. The palate is chunky and thick, with blocky flavors of baked black fruits, olive and caramel. A chunky, ripe wine with a hint of raisin and a broad mouthfeel.",La Joya Reserve,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2007 La Joya Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2007-joya-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Viña Bisquertt 13.5,Sparkling,US,"Made in an off-dry manner, with residual sugar of 3.5%, this blend of the Flora grape and Chardonnay is rich and fruity. It has flavors of golden mango, tangerine tart, vanilla cookie and honey almond granola.",Crémant Demi-Sec,38,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2006 Crémant Demi-Sec Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2006-cremant-demi-sec-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Schramsberg 13,White,Italy,"Fresh, crisp and tonic, this light and luminous wine made from Piedmont's Arneis white variety boasts pretty aromas of citrus and white mineral. The wine is fun and easy to drink, especially with summery appetizers.",,21,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Damilano 2008 Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2008-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,2008,Damilano ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Arione is a mature expression of Barolo with strawberry and blackberry preserves backed by volatile aromas of green apple and old spice. The wine feels rich and thick in the mouth with a thick, chewy finish.",Arione,,86,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gigi Rosso 2006 Arione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gigi-rosso-2006-arione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gigi Rosso 13.9,White,US,"A good wine, comprised of fruit from vineyards scattered across Santa Barbara County. It's bone dry and crisp in acidity, and also pretty oaky. The underlying fruit flavors are of apricots and pears, with perhaps a touch of botrytis. Ready to drink now.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2008 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Gainey 12.5,White,Italy,"There is a pristine mineral note that runs straight through the middle of this crisp Gavi di Gavi from northern Italy. The wine is easygoing and exceeding fresh with a sharp, crisp close and light consistency.",,20,86,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,Tenuta Olim Bauda 2009 Gavi di Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-olim-bauda-2009-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,2009,Tenuta Olim Bauda 13.3,White,US,"This clean, zesty Sauvignon Blanc has plenty of attractive white peach, green apple, citrus and vanilla flavors. It's a little on the sweet fruit juice side of the spectrum, but sure is tasty.",,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Cottage Ranch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,White Cottage Ranch 13.5,White,US,"Refreshingly crisp in acidity, with a clean mouthfeel and pleasantly rich peach, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors. There's even a diesel-like petrol note, like Riesling. Great value in a stylish white wine.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2008 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2008-viognier-other/,Viognier,2008,Smoking Loon 13.5,Red,Chile,"This Malbec-led blend is shy but ultimately pretty good. The nose offers cotton candy and floral berry fruit aromas, while the palate has some narrowness and holes in the fabric but nice flavors of floral blueberry and citrus. It's snappy, fresh and different. Malbec at 55% with 24% Cabernet and 21% Syrah. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva,16,86,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2008 Reserva Red (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2008-reserva-red-limari-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Tamaya 14.3,Red,US,"Shows classic Napa varietal flavors of blackberries and black currants, with a sweet overlay of smoky cedar wood, and the wine is soft and dry. It's not the most complex Cabernet, but the price is fair for the quality.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Station 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-station-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Napa Station 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubber and black fruits carry the standard nose, then comes a zesty palate with upfront acids and related zingy berry fruit flavors. Despite a touch of scour, this brings freshness and a clean, tasty fruit level. Perfectly good for Central Valley Cabernet.",,13,86,Central Valley,,,Maniña 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manina-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Maniña 13,White,Italy,"This luminous Chardonnay from the Langhe area of northern Italy is a focused and precise wine that delivers loads of mineral intensity. You'll get talc powder and white stone backed by peach and citrus. It's crisp and tonic with informal, food-friendly appeal.",Très,20,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Orlando Abrigo 2009 Très Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2009-tres-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2009,Orlando Abrigo 13,White,Chile,"Generic Chardonnay but still pretty good, with oily, nutty, tropical aromas followed by a zesty, acidic palate that loads up on apple and citrusy orange-like flavors. Shows good length and clarity on the finish, and overall it outperforms the winery's so-called “reserva” Chard from the same year.",Crucero,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2009 Crucero Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2009-crucero-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Siegel 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rich and concentrated for an entry-level wine, with earthy, bold aromas and a lush, well-balanced palate feel. Deep and sweet in terms of flavor, with a mix of ripe black fruits and herbs. Shows a bit of faux oak flavor on a mocha-tinged finish. Exemplary for this price range.",Xplorador,8,86,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Xplorador Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-xplorador-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Concha y Toro 13,Red,Italy,"Beautifully packaged in a simple bottle with a red seal, this fresh Barbera d'Alba (aged only in stainless steel) offers bright, sharp acidity that would cut straight through butter- or cream-based dishes.",,19,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gianni Gagliardo 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Gianni Gagliardo 12,Sparkling,France,"Fresh raspberry-flavored sparkling wine, with vivid acidity but also some softness. It has a bright, crisp texture, lively and refreshing. The wine comes from a small parcel next to the Hospices de Saumur.",La Rosée Brut,22,86,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Hospices de Saumur NV La Rosée Brut White (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hospices-saumur-nv-rosee-brut-white-vin-mousseux/,White Blend,,Hospices de Saumur 13.5,Red,Chile,"Fiery cherry/berry aromas mix with leather, herbal scents and mocha. The palate is angular and mildly sharp, with zesty red fruit, pepper and herbal flavors. A driving, acid-propelled blend of Cabernet Sauvignon along with Carmenère and Petit Verdot.",Barrel Selection,19,86,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2007 Barrel Selection Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2007-barrel-selection-red-maule-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Viña el Aromo 14.5,Red,Chile,"An earthy wine with aromas of saddle leather, roast berries and some rubber. The palate feel is reasonably smooth, while the flavor profile blends creamy chocolaty notes with standard cassis and blackberry fruit. A little cooked and candied but holds it together for the most part.",La Joya Reserve,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2008 La Joya Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2008-joya-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Viña Bisquertt 13,White,Slovenia,"Fragrant of freshly cut grass, honeydew melon and orange blossoms, this dry, medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc from Slovenia has pleasant grapefruit and lemon flavors and a racy, zippy acidity that tingles on the tongue. It's a simple but refreshing wine with a lime zest and smoke finish.",,20,86,Štajerska,,,Verus Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verus-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stajerska/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Verus Vineyards 13.5,Red,Chile,"Warm, syrupy, jammy and brambly up front, with the grape's typical meaty, herbal aromas. The palate is soft save for core acidity, while the flavors run medium-rich and plummy, with controlled sourness. Solid for the money, with a chunky disposition.",Reserva,10,86,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2009-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Calina 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and charred, with black cherry, black licorice and a burnt-oak element on the nose. The palate is thick and firm, with dark berry, herbal notes and some additional burnt char. Finishes with herbal flavors, olive notes and carob. An obvious Chilean Merlot; comes straight from central casting.",,19,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2008 Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2008-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Arboleda ,Red,US,"A rare Washington Dolcetto, this has the expected tart acidity, along with peppery red fruit. Finished with a screwcap, it needs some extra breathing time, and as it opens it shows some pretty raspberry fruit and just a hint of dark chocolate.",,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Dolcetto (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-columbia-valley-yakima/,Dolcetto,2008,Airfield Estates 14.7,Red,US,"The oak sticks out and the underlying cherry and raspberry fruit is rather simple and jammy in this single-vineyard wine. It has positive features, such as a dry silkiness and a nice mushroomy character. But it turns disappointingly thin on the finish. Too bad for a vineyard that used to be among the best in Carneros.",Winery Lake Vineyard,55,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2008 Winery Lake Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2008-winery-lake-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Acacia 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a tasty young wine, jammy and rich in fresh blackberries and cherries. With zingy acidity, it's a nice little wine to drink now. Seems to be mainly Carignan.",Contra,14,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bonny Doon 2009 Contra Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2009-contra-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2009,Bonny Doon 14.5,Red,Chile,"Big and tarry, with asphalt and black fruit galore on the nose. A full, heavy, saturated style of wine with chunky blackberry and sweet, syrupy flavors. Rich but candied, with a bit of toast to the finish.",La Joya Reserve,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2008 La Joya Reserve Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2008-joya-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Viña Bisquertt 13,White,Slovenia,"This Riesling from Slovenia is a bit perfumed on the nose with an abundance of white blossoms, baby powder and pink grapefruit aromas, but there's a pleasant, citrusy sweetness and acidity throughout. Medium bodied, it finishes quite dry with a gentle white tea astringency.",,20,86,Štajerska,,,Verus Vineyards 2009 Riesling (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verus-2009-riesling-stajerska/,Riesling,2009,Verus Vineyards ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, with ripe fruit hinting at an encroaching pruney flavor, this is wrapped in the big flavors of barrel toast, smoke and coffee. Quite consistent with the overall style of winemaker Charlie Hoppes, this is one of those wines that will engender heated discussions between admirers and critics.",,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2007 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,Fidelitas 14.1,Red,US,"Here's a bone-dry, somewhat lean Cabernet. It has tobacco and blackberry flavors, framed in rich, furry tannins. Quite a nice sipper for drinking now with grilled steaks and chops.",Three Vineyards,16,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2008 Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2008-three-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pedroncelli 12.5,White,Italy,This luminous Gavi offers mineral notes of graphite and talc powder backed by fruity tones of peach and citrus. The wine is smooth and silky on the close and would pair with seafood or tuna salad.,Le Marne,19,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Michele Chiarlo 2009 Le Marne (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2009-le-marne-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2009,Michele Chiarlo ,Red,Italy,"Light in density, this fresh Roero exhibits aromas of orange zest and tangerine skin on top of pressed blue flowers and wild berries. The wine is sharp, tannic and firm on the palate.",Prachiosso,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Negro Angelo e Figli 2007 Prachiosso (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negro-angelo-e-figli-2007-prachiosso-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Negro Angelo e Figli 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Very soft, ripe, this is a gentle sparkler. White fruits dominate along with crushed almond, layered acidity and a bone-dry perfumed aftertaste.",Brut,19,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,René Muré NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,René Muré 13.5,White,Italy,"This luminous wine, presented in attractively clean packaging, opens with inviting aromas of citrus, peach and Golden Delicious. It's an informal, easy-drinking wine that washes down the palate in a very refreshing manner.",,20,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Damilano 2009 Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2009-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,2009,Damilano 14,White,US,"This is a Rhône-style blend of Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne. It's fruity in pineapple, peach, apple, mango and Meyer lemon flavors, with a honeysuckle richness, and finishes dry and crisp. A nice wine for drinking now with smoked meats, especially ham.",Heritage Blanc,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2009 Heritage Blanc White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2009-heritage-blanc-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Curtis 14.7,White,US,"Depends for its appeal largely on oak's vanilla cream and buttered toast flavors, in addition to ripe pineapples and peaches. Made to appeal to the popular style. Could show more nuance and sophistication.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Riverbench 14.1,Red,Chile,"Smells like a mix of leather, olive paste and sea foam along with bold berries. The palate is saturated and layered, with thick blackberry and full, herbal accents. Chewy and beefy stuff, with a brooding, bulky personality and an herbal, baked finish.",Reserva,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2006 Reserva Shiraz (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2006-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maipo-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Santa Rita 13.7,Red,US,"For the price, you get a very nice expression of California Pinot Noir. The wine is dry, silky and spicy, and surprisingly rich, with flavors of raspberry and cherry pie filling",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mirassou 14.5,Red,Romania,"The nose on this Romanian blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Feteasca Neagra is dark and smoky with charred oak, coffee and tobacco melding into an herbaceous, woody backdrop. Juicy black plums and cherries are offset by strong grape and wood tannins and notes of cigar smoke and black pepper on the palate. It's fine now, but a year or two in the cellar might smooth out some jagged edges.",Cuvée Charlotte,18,86,Dealu Mare,,,Terra Romana 2007 Cuvée Charlotte Red (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-romana-2007-cuvee-charlotte-red-dealu-mare/,Red Blend,2007,Terra Romana 14.2,Red,US,"Marked by superripe, jammy blackberry and currant flavors that taste like they were baked into a pie, this Cab also has plenty of sweet, caramelized oak. It leaves little to the imagination. Good, but would benefit from greater nuance and complexity.",,60,86,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Terlato 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Terlato 12,Rose,Austria,"Touched by caramel, this is a bone-dry rosé, very crisp and fruity, with raspberry, red cherry.",Lust & Laune,14,86,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2009 Lust & Laune Rosé (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2009-lust-laune-rose-niederosterreich/,Rosé,2009,Zull 14.5,White,US,"Try this superrich wine as a twist on Chardonnay. It's full bodied and creamy, with intricate flavors of tropical fruits, limes, oranges, white chocolate, vanilla and cinnamon spice. Straddles the border between dry and off-dry.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,16,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2009 Del Arroyo Vineyard Pinot Gris (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2009-arroyo-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Occasio 13.8,Red,US,"Carignan, Grenache, Cinsault, Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre and Pinot Noir make up this mongrel blend. The wine is dry and quite complex in berry, leather, cola, currant, spice and cedar flavors, although it's very soft. Not going anywhere, so drink now.",Intelligent Design Cuvée,38,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wesley Ashley 2007 Intelligent Design Cuvée Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesley-ashley-2007-intelligent-design-cuvee-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Wesley Ashley 13.7,Red,Chile,"Full and concentrated but also a little flat and pruney. This wine pushes ripeness to the max level, and the result is a heavy, tannic Cab with a lot of power and flavors of prune, chocolate, molasses and fig. Thick and chunky on the finish, too. Soft and dense enough to drink now through 2011.",,18,86,Maipo Valley,,,Peñalolen 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Peñalolen 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, baked, warm and spicy, with a touch of soupiness but nothing too scary or dominating. The palate is thorough and fairly lush, with black fruit flavors accented by spice and baked notes. Finishes slightly burnt notes, with licorice and ripe softness.",Reserva,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2009-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,MontGras 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft, sweet wine with crushed strawberry flavors that show a high dosage and sweet acidity. It is full-bodied, rich, but not well balanced.",Rosé Brut,50,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Drappier 13,White,Chile,"Tropical and also citric, and holding steady as the 2010s hit the market. The palate here is familiar, tangy and well constructed, with sweet melon and zesty citrus flavors offsetting one another. The finish is easy and overall this is a fresh, clean, modest wine that should be drunk right away.",,9,86,Central Valley,,,Espiritu de Chile 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-chile-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Espiritu de Chile 7,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a ruby-colored sparkling dessert wine that would pair with chocolate-covered strawberries, panna cotta or apricot tart. Fruity and cheerful, aromas here include raspberry, white cherry and cranberry. Creamy foaming is capped by bright crispness to keep the mouth refreshed.",Birbet,17,86,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Giacomo Vico 2008 Birbet Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2008-birbet-italian-red-brachetto-piedmont/,Brachetto,2008,Giacomo Vico 13,White,Italy,Donna Anita is a fresh Arneis from northern Italy that boasts a pretty mineral characteristic backed by light fruit touches of citrus and peach.,,15,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Donna Anita 2008 Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-anita-2008-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,2008,Donna Anita ,Red,Italy,"Light graphite notes of pencil shaving and slate roof come on the heels of wild berries, orange zest and powdered licorice. Shadings of ash and smoke liven the mouth but the finish is exceedingly tannic and dry.",,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Cantina del Nebbiolo 2007 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-nebbiolo-2007-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cantina del Nebbiolo 13.5,Red,Chile,"Nice and familiar for the variety, with common herbal, beefy, black fruit aromas followed by a chunky palate of blackberry, black cherry, mocha and herbs. Clean and solid on the finish, with 15% Cabernet in the blend.",,12,86,Central Valley,,,Asunto de Vino 2008 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asunto-vino-2008-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Asunto de Vino 15.3,Red,US,"Here's a Syrah that will appeal to fans of fruit. It shows a burst of blackberries, cherries and raspberries, with an edge of dark chocolate, as well as Syrah's spice and pepper notes. Bone dry and fiercely tannic.",,27,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Ben Hogan 13.5,Red,US,"This dry, silky Pinot Noir is a good introduction to the variety, for those who want to learn more about it without paying a premium price. It shows proper cherry, raspberry and cola flavors, with a spicy finish.",,14,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle Rock 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,Chile,"Big, muscular and herbal, with olive, spice and driving black fruit aromas. The acidity is high-toned and elevated, so the palate is jumpy and electric, with raspberry and currant flavors. Delivers a jolt and tang, but overall the flavors and harmony are good.",Columbine Special Reserve,18,87,Colchagua Valley,,,William Cole 2008 Columbine Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2008-columbine-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,William Cole 14,Red,Chile,"Licorice, mint leaf, black pepper and a hint of tomato define the nose, while the palate has a regular, lightly choppy feel along with flavors of olive, herbal berry fruit and pepper. Dry and smooth on the finish, with lightness and good balance. Good Merlot for the price.",Cefiro Reseva,10,87,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2008 Cefiro Reseva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2008-cefiro-reseva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Viña Casablanca 14,Red,US,"This is a light, elegant Merlot for drinking now. It's very dry, and has pleasant berry, red currant, herb and cedar flavors. A good restaurant wine that won't overwhelm the food.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2007 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2007-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2007,Schug 14.2,Red,US,"Delicious, showing the pure fruit flavors of blackberries, black cherries and raspberries that taste like they were baked into a pie, then sprinkled with cinnamon, cocoa and vanilla dust. Lots of toasty oak, too. Easy to drink now.",Cardinals' Peak,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2007 Cardinals' Peak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2007-cardinals-peak-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Terlato 14.2,Red,US,"Tastes direct and a little rustic, offering plenty of blackberry, cherry and black currant fruit that finishes dry. A very good, rich wine, but somewhat linear now, especially for the price.",Angels' Peak,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2007 Angels' Peak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2007-angels-peak-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Terlato 13,Red,Italy,"There's a very nice aromatic quality to this young Dolcetto d'Alba that can best be described as raspberry, blackberry and crushed black pepper. The spicy note gives the wine personality and staying power.",,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Rizzi 2009 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Rizzi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Clean, polished and pristine, this bright Barbera is redolent of cherry, blackberry, wet earth, dried leather and cola. The wine is fresh, tonic and would pair with cheesy quiche Lorraine.",,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Prunotto 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Prunotto 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a luminous and clean white wine from northern Italy that offers fresh notes of citrus, green melon, kiwi and honey. The wine is sharp and focused in the mouth with an extremely pristine finish.",,19,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Mauro Sebaste 2009 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2009-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2009,Mauro Sebaste 14.5,Red,US,"A little sharp in acidity and jammy, with cherry, wintergreen and cola flavors. Nice and dry, with a rich coat of sweet smoky oak, but that sharpness persists through the finish.",,40,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Orogeny 2008 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orogeny-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Orogeny 12,Sparkling,France,"Dry, yes, but this wine is also soft and ripe. It has an attractive toasty character giving power to the midpalate. It's in the finish that the real acidity and dryness show most.",Extra Brut,52,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-extra-brut-champagne-122499/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 13.9,White,US,"Even people who like lots of buttered toast and smoky vanilla in their Chards might find this one a little over the top. It's a good, rich wine, with lots of bright tropical fruit, but it would score higher if it were just a little less oaky.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Magness 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magness-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Magness ,White,US,"Clean, fresh and simple, this does not claim to be “unoaked” but it carries that style in its flavors, a snappy mix of green apple, pineapple and grapefruit. Good everyday drinking.",Traditions,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2009 Traditions Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2009-traditions-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Milbrandt 14.5,White,US,"A gigantically flavored wine, massive in pineapple, guava and apricot flavors, liberally accented with 65% new French oak. Although it's dry, it may even have a touch of botrytis, to judge from the honeyed concentration. Defines a particular style, but it doesn't seem to have a future, so drink up.",Split Rock Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Firefly Night 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firefly-night-2008-split-rock-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Firefly Night 13,Red,Italy,"This bright and fruit-forward Nebbiolo d'Alba offers clean notes of white cherry, raspberry and cassis. There's a subtle layer of tar, spice and licorice and the wine is fresh and well structured overall.",,16,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Giacosa Fratelli 2007 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2007-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacosa Fratelli 12,Sparkling,France,"Attractive strawberry flavors give this bright wine both softness and richness. It has a light bitter cherry character and balancing acidity, while finishing softly.",Brut Rosé,75,87,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-brut-rose-champagne-122509/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, Usignolo is a no-fuss expression of Nebbiolo that presents direct and friendly aromas of small berry fruit and blue flowers without the aged complexity of Barbaresco or Barolo. This would drink well with pizza or informal pasta dishes.",Usignolo,20,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cascina Bruciata 2007 Usignolo Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2007-usignolo-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Bruciata 12,Sparkling,France,"On the dry side, the red cherry flavor is concentrated inside acidity and a fruit skin texture. Very fresh, very crisp, for food.",Rosé Brut,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Ellner NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-ellner-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Ellner 12.5,White,Italy,"Blangé is a supremely clean and pristine white wine to drink as an aperitivo or with fresh salads or seafood. There are bright fruit notes here of peach, pear and citrus but there's also a very attractive mineral tone that holds it all together. The wine is fresh, crisp and tonic throughout.",Blangé,27,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Ceretto 2008 Blangé Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2008-blange-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,2008,Ceretto 14.7,Red,US,"Hard to beat the delicious flavors in this mountain Merlot. It explodes in the mouth with blackberry jam, cherry liqueur, melted milk chocolate, licorice and sweet oak flavors. Pretty good in the modern style, with a minor quibble that there's some sharpness throughout.",,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Merlot (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-merlot-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Merlot,2007,Albeno Munari 14.1,White,US,"Here's a nice, clean, elegantly structured 100% Sauvignon Blanc. It has flavors of oranges, grapefruits and peaches. Although there's no new oak on it, the notes of sweet vanilla and buttered toast are strong.",,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Alpha Omega 14.4,Red,US,"Give this lusty young Cabernet a few years to let the parts mellow. Right now, it's tannic and sharp, with black currant and blackberry jam flavors, and the oak hasn't been integrated with the fruit. 2011–2014.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hanna 14.5,Red,US,"Starts off with oaky, jammy aromas of cherries and raspberries, and tastes a little sweet in fruit pastry, with the baked crust. Seems a little one-dimensional, although that dimension is a very delicious one. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec.",Rutherford Red,80,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,William Harrison 2007 Rutherford Red Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-harrison-2007-rutherford-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,William Harrison 12,Sparkling,France,"Bright, apply acidity with just an edge of nuttiness gives a bone-dry, very fresh wine, textured with green herbs and lemon zest. To enjoy now.",Tête de Cuvée Brut,,87,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Château Moncontour NV Tête de Cuvée Brut Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-nv-tete-cuvee-brut-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-touraine/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,,Château Moncontour 13.2,White,US,"There's no oak in this dry, crisp, clean white wine. It shows the tangy citrus, green grass, vanilla and spice flavors you want in a nice Sauvignon Blanc, with just a touch of gooseberry. Good cocktail wine at a fair price, and easy to find, with 51,500 cases produced.",,14,87,California,North Coast,Mendocino-Lake,Bonterra 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2009-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-mendocino-lake/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bonterra 13,Red,Romania,"At just $10, Byzantium's Cabernet Sauvignon offers great bang for the buck. Pleasant aromas of ripe, red plums, espresso and toasted oak complement the lush black cherries and earth notes on the palate. Balanced acidity and firm but pleasant tannins extend through the coffee and black cherry finish.",,10,87,Dealu Mare,,,Byzantium 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byzantium-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-dealu-mare/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Byzantium 15.5,Red,US,"Somewhat rugged, with edgy tannins, but very flavorful, a nice wine to have with Italian-inspired pasta dishes. Made from Syrah and Sangiovese, with a splash of Cabernet, it's dry and tart, and shows blackberry, cherry and currant flavors.",Rosso di Sonoma,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Petroni 2007 Rosso di Sonoma Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petroni-2007-rosso-sonoma-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Petroni 14,White,US,"Here's a rich Chardonnay notable for plenty of fruit, and also for brisk acidity. It's creamy smooth, with pineapple, Meyer lemon and lime flavors that are almost sweet in the finish, but pull back in favor of minerality.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2008 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Perbacco Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"This lively Barbera d'Asti offers great integrity of fruit with pristine aromas of cherry, blueberry, tart raspberry and a touch of spice. The wine is smooth, crisp and closes with medium persistency.",'l Clumbé,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Massimiliano Vivalda 2006 'l Clumbé (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimiliano-vivalda-2006-l-clumbe-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Massimiliano Vivalda 13,Red,Romania,"This bargain Pinot Noir is a pleasant surprise from Romania's Prahova Valley with pretty aromas of black cherries, bark and menthol. Concentrated plum and cherry flavors are countered by darker notes of coffee grinds, earth and bramble. Medium bodied with balanced tannins and acidity, it's a straightforward, everyday kind of wine, but a promising start for Romania's wine industry.",Reserve,10,87,Dealu Mare,,,Prahova Valley 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prahova-valley-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-dealu-mare/,Pinot Noir,2008,Prahova Valley 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with the little-known Ruché grape that is believed to be native of the Asti area of Italy's Piedmont region, this bright and ruby-colored red wine offers floral and simple berry aromas. It shows freshness and structure, making it a good pairing partner to pasta or quiche lorraine.",La Tradizione,22,87,Piedmont,Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato,,Montalbera 2008 La Tradizione (Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montalbera-2008-tradizione-italian-red-ruche-ruche-castagnole-monferrato/,Ruché,2008,Montalbera ,Red,Italy,"Here's a very ripe expression of Roero Riserva with jammy aromas of strawberry and blueberry. The softness of the mature fruit, however, is tightly pulled back by the natural dryness and bitterness of the Nebbiolo tannins.",Roche dra Bossora Riserva,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Michele Taliano 2006 Roche dra Bossora Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-taliano-2006-roche-dra-bossora-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Michele Taliano 15.5,Red,US,"A little soft in texture, but interesting for its mosaic of blackberry, pepper, smoked meat, currant and balsam flavors, and the way the firm tannins provide structure. This bone-dry, big-boned Syrah was grown in the San Bernabe Vineyard of the southern Salinas Valley.",Blow Sands,25,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2007 Blow Sands Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2007-blow-sands-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2007,Fog Head 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, fruity and common in every way, but sometimes that's all you need. The wine has a clean, ordinary cassis and berry nose followed by a juicy palate with dark fruit flavors that show accents of vanilla, spice and chocolate. Totally drinkable and likable.",Estate Bottled,8,87,Lontué Valley,,,Korta 2009 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-2009-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Korta 13.5,White,US,"A nice Chardonnay that shows ripe pineapple, green apple and pear flavors, with added smoky richness from oak, and the finish is dry and crisp. A good price for a wine of this quality.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lake Sonoma 13.8,Red,US,"From the dark color, plummy aroma and heavy mouthfeel, you know this is a big, ponderous Pinot Noir. Nothing light or silky about it. Packs a punch with red berry, mushroom, red currant and smoked meat flavors, with the tannic pack of a Syrah, and finishes very dry. Aging is a gamble.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Riverbench 15.7,Red,US,"Here's a soft, high alcohol, slightly hot Zin, lacking in acidity. What it lacks in structure, it more than makes up for in sheer, exuberant taste. Floods the mouth with raspberries, cherries, dried fruits, dates, bacon, prosciutto, vanilla, smoky sandalwood and all sorts of other umami flavors.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rangeland 2007 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rangeland-2007-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Rangeland 14,Red,US,"The addition of Viognier in the blend is enough to make this Syrah feel tartly acidic and strangely bright in citrus fruits. The limes almost swamp Syrah's underlying cherry-berry and currant flavors. It's a good, bold wine, but an adventurous anomaly for a varietal Syrah. Drink it now.",Four Bottle Especial,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2007 Four Bottle Especial Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2007-four-bottle-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Silver 14.5,Red,Chile,"Leafy and leathery to start, with olive, prune and herb aromas filling in the fabric. The palate has a fleshy, fairly tannic grab but the flavors are round and full, with a tack toward blackberry. Mildly herbal on the finish, which is par for the course with Chilean Merlot.",Ecos de Rulo,18,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2007 Ecos de Rulo Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2007-ecos-rulo-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2007,Viña Bisquertt ,Red,Italy,"Coffee bean, leather and tobacco tones are surrounded by delicate aromas of wild berry, violet and spice. The tannins are tight and bone dry, making for a good pairing with cheese fondue.",Braja Riserva,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Deltetto 2006 Braja Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deltetto-2006-braja-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Deltetto ,Red,US,"A forward, well-constructed wine with a nice balance of fruit, acid and tannin. Ripe and scented with fresh herbs and dried leaves, this is a pleasant red for near-term drinking enjoyment.",Cuvee Marquis,45,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2007 Cuvee Marquis Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2007-cuvee-marquis-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Glencorrie 13.9,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with lots of black pepper-infused wild blackberry flavors wrapped into big but pliant tannins. Lots of crunchy acidity, too, which makes the wine sharp. Will be great with a rich steak.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Casa Torres 2006 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-torres-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,Casa Torres 13.5,White,US,"Good acidity on this clean, vibrant wine, with interesting pineapple, orange, pear and honeysuckle flavors. If you like your wines a little sweet, try it as an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris.",Camp 4,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Tercero 2009 Camp 4 Grenache Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercero-2009-camp-4-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Tercero 12,White,Italy,"In beautiful Tenuta La Marchesa is a palace from the 1700s often used in film and for weddings, but it is especially known for its production of Gavi white wine. This light and luminous Cortese-based wine is indeed special with light, fragrant floral touches and a delicate personality overall.",Saula,19,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Tenuta La Marchesa 2008 Saula (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-marchesa-2008-saula-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2008,Tenuta La Marchesa 13.5,White,US,"Feels like Chardonnay, with full-bodied vanilla cream, pineapple and buttered toast flavors, but veers in its own direction with a strong note of tangerines. Delicious now with seared scallops.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2009 Pinot Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2009-pinot-blanc-sonoma-county/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Valley of the Moon ,Red,Italy,"This Roero Riserva boasts a light, elegant appearance with defined aromas of citrus zest, pressed flowers and wild blueberries. The tight, drying tannins would pair well with aged cheese or creamy sauces.",Printi Riserva,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Monchiero Carbone 2006 Printi Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-carbone-2006-printi-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Monchiero Carbone ,White,US,"This is quite light and lemony, closer to an Italian Pinot Grigio than to an Oregon Pinot Gris. What it lacks in flesh it compensates for in freshness and vitality; the subtle fruit flavors suggest Asian pear, jicama and cucumber. It would be a lovely match for a light fish such as rainbow trout or Dover sole.",Traditions,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2009 Traditions Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2009-traditions-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Milbrandt 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very dry, soft Merlot. At the age of four years, it's fully resolved and ready to drink now. Shows polished cherry, currant, spice and cedar flavors, finished with a bite of acidity.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Still Waters 2006 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/still-waters-2006-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2006,Still Waters 13.5,White,Chile,"Clean and ripe, with apple, pear and zesty citrus aromas. The palate runs more round and candied than linear and sharp, with sweet, welcoming flavors of white peach and dried citrus fruits. Fuller-bodied and inviting, but still fresh. Drink immediately.",Classic Series,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2009 Classic Series Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-classic-series-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Montes 14.5,Red,Chile,"Warm, rubbery berry aromas mixed with smoked meat and herbal accents make for a solid nose, and while the palate has clampy acidity and herbal notes, there's ample body, roundness and berry fruit to bring it home. Both leafy and candied on the finish.",Alpha,24,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2007 Alpha Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2007-alpha-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2007,Montes ,White,Italy,"This Roero benefits from an added layer of spice, clove and cinnamon that sits tight over floral notes and wild berries (a tiny percent of Barbera is added to the blend). There's a charred, smoky tone in the mouth and the finish is tight but firm.",Brich d'America,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Marsaglia 2007 Brich d'America (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marsaglia-2007-brich-damerica-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marsaglia 14.3,Red,US,"Give this fresh young Pinot a year to mellow. Right now, it's jammy in raspberries and cherries, with a citric sharpness. Needs brief time to knit together and become seamless.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,MacMurray Ranch 14.2,Red,US,"This edition of the Spinner is 50% Merlot, 37% Syrah and 13% Malbec. It's scented with leaf and raisin, streaked with smoke and baking spices, and offers up a medium-bodied midpalate with a mix of black cherry, currants and pomegranate. Fine for near-term drinking.",The Spinner,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nefarious 2008 The Spinner Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2008-spinner-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Nefarious 13.7,White,US,"Made from 70% Sémillon and 30% Sauvignon Blanc, this softly appealing wine has rich flavors of mangoes and guavas, with a cashew nut butteriness. It's smooth in the mouth, and a little honey sweet in the finish. A nice cocktail sipper.",Andiron,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Farrier 2008 Andiron Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farrier-2008-andiron-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Farrier 13,Red,Romania,"Elegant and feminine on the nose with lovely cassis, toasted oak and violet notes, this medium-bodied Cab is another excellent bargain from Romania's Prahova Valley. Sturdy tannins and a pleasant astringency add structure to the luscious, ripe red fruits on the palate. It's high in acid, but well balanced, ending in a puckery, sour cherry finish.",Reserve,10,87,Dealurile Munteniei,,,Prahova Valley 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dealurile Munteniei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prahova-valley-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-dealurile-munteniei/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Prahova Valley 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Alba opens with moderate, less exaggerated aromas of ripe fruit, prunes and plums. There's also a very distinct oak note at the back that resembles Spanish cedar or mesquite. It does, however, offer nice pulp and succulence on the finish.",,17,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pe're Alessandro 2007 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pere-alessandro-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Pe're Alessandro 13.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's low production barrel selection reserve. It shows big, zingy acidity and spicy, jammy flavors of raspberries and cherries, and is totally dry. The alcohol is refreshingly low. Tastes a bit direct now. Give it until early 2011 to calm down.",Dionysus,55,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2007 Dionysus Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2007-dionysus-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Perbacco Cellars ,Red,Italy,"Dark concentration and soft aromas of cherry and spice open the nose with bright determination. They are segued by leather, ash and sweet tobacco. This naturally tannic wine leaves your mouth bone dry.",Riserva,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Fratelli Casetta 2006 Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2006-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Fratelli Casetta 14.5,Red,US,"There's so much raspberry, cherry, cola, clove, cinnamon and pepper flavor in this wine, it's hard to know where to begin. It's also dry, with smoky, vanilla oak notes. Yet it lacks the vital structure a good Rhône blend wants in order to house all this richness. Drink now. Grenache-Syrah.",Beespoke,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2007 Beespoke Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2007-beespoke-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Jorian Hill ,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in a 50/50 mix of French and American oak. It is still quite astringent, tannic, and herbal, needing more bottle age to meld the somewhat harsh barrel flavors. The tart fruit flavors combine rhubarb and raspberries, black cherry and cassis.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Glencorrie ,Red,Italy,Sweet and ripe tones of raspberry and black cherry help soften this naturally tannic and sharp wine from northern Italy. There are loads of perfumed and floral notes as well and firm tannins seal the close.,Bric Valdiana,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Giovanni Almondo 2007 Bric Valdiana (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-almondo-2007-bric-valdiana-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giovanni Almondo 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of fresh, ripe blackberry and cherry fruit in this clean, vibrant Merlot. It's soft and dry, with enough tannins to give it a little bite. Drink now with meats, roast chicken, cheeses.",,14,87,California,California Other,California,Huntington 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Huntington 12,Sparkling,France,"Based on Pinot Noir, this attractive rosé is packed with wild strawberry and fresh orange zest flavors. It's beautifully clean, crisp, with just a warmer touch in the aftertaste.",Brut Rosé,25,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Gustave Lorentz 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a focused expression of Barbera (aged only in stainless steel) that opens with bright notes of cherry, cassis, blackberry and a touch of prune. Those fresh fruit flavors are backed by crisp acidity.",Sanbastian,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Dacapo 2007 Sanbastian (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dacapo-2007-sanbastian-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Dacapo 14.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly rough and leathery on first take, and a little soupy as well. Airing clears things up, leaving a steady, mildly stewed wine with roasted plum and blackberry flavors. Ripe, sweet and generous, with a controlled finish that properly reflects the wine's flavors and mouthfeel.",Special Selection,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2005 Special Selection Syrah-Cabernet (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2005-special-selection-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-colchagua-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2005,El Huique 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Moscato d'Asti is such a wonderfully delicious wine and this expression from the folks at Ceretto offers sweet aromas of honey, peach blossom, white flower and acacia. The soft foaming feels lush and creamy in the mouth and those sweet honey flavors leave a lasting impression.",I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano,24,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Ceretto 2009 I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2009-i-vignaioli-santo-stefano-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Ceretto 14.5,Red,US,"A bit too heavy and direct, offering strong, upfront flavors of red and black berries, stone fruits, cola and currants, liberally spiced and oaked. The mouthfeel is full and weighty, lacking some elegance, but it is totally dry. Could be a sleeper.",,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Firefly Night 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firefly-night-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Firefly Night 13.9,Red,US,"Luscious in candied, pastry-filling raspberries and cherries, with dustings of cocoa, cinnamon and vanilla, and a sweet veneer of smoky sandalwood. Could be somewhat crisper and better structured, but a delicious Pinot for drinking now.",Meiomi,25,87,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Monterey County-Santa Barbara County,Belle Glos 2008 Meiomi Pinot Noir (Sonoma County-Monterey County-Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2008-meiomi-pinot-noir-other-sonoma-county-monterey-county-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Belle Glos 14,Red,Chile,"Heady, tight, piercing aromas are a good indication of the wine's style and sense of attack. The palate is firm, acidic and driving but ultimately more basic and generic than individual or exciting. It's tangy and focuses on raspberry and peppery qualities. Good and structured but also tight.",Cenit,,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2007 Cenit Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2007-cenit-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Caliterra 12.5,White,Lebanon,"Unoaked and intended for earlier consumption, the Musar Cuvée Blanc is the uncomplicated, easy-to-drink younger sibling of the idiosynractic Lebanese winery's more austere Château line. A blend of Chardonnay, Viognier and Vermentino, the wine has aromas of bruised apples on the nose, but plenty of fresh apple and pear on the palate with bright acidity and a stony, mineral profile. It's a balanced wine with pleasant astringency on the palate and an herbaceous character throughout.",Cuvée Blanc,20,87,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2008 Cuvée Blanc White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2008-cuvee-blanc-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,2008,Château Musar ,Red,Italy,"Aromas of wild berry, floral notes and light spice shadings make for a very nice balance. The wine is tannic, dry and raw in the mouth. It should be paired with melted chèvre cheese on baguette.",Betlemme,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Bricco del Prete 2007 Betlemme (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-prete-2007-betlemme-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bricco del Prete 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"The Jeune Red from Château Musar's second line (formerly labeled Musar Cuvée Rouge) is a blend of Cinsault, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon that smells sweetly of ripe black cherries with rustic herbal and earthy notes. It opens softly with sweet blackberries and a hint of green bramble, but is chased by a mid-palate of fairly aggressive tannins and acidity. Fermented and aged in concrete vats, the Musar Jeune is completely unoaked and intended for early consumption, but would probably do nicely with some bottle aging as well.",Jeune Red,20,87,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2008 Jeune Red Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2008-jeune-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Château Musar 13.5,White,Chile,"Mildly toasty and buttery on the nose, then wet, zesty and citric in the mouth, but with boundaries and corpulent borders that maintain integrity. Finishes toasty with some vanilla, but also mildly pithy. A solid Chardonnay by New World standards.",Tributo Single Vineyard,20,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2008 Tributo Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2008-tributo-single-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Caliterra 14.2,Red,US,"Oak and superripe fruit collaborate to make this wine taste like a fruity granola bar, with raspberries, blackberries, roasted almonds, caramel and cinnamon spices. It's a bit obvious now, too young and fresh for subtlety, especially at this price. Could develop nuances over time. Give it 5–6 years and try again.",Les Rocheuses Reserve,90,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bugay 2007 Les Rocheuses Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bugay-2007-rocheuses-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bugay ,Red,Italy,"Medium in build and concentration, this perfumed Roero exhibits tones of pressed violets, tealeaf, forest fruit and wet earth. Pair this wine with buttery or cheesy foods that will benefits from the naturally high tannins and acidity.",Montespinato,32,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Chicco 2007 Montespinato (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-2007-montespinato-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Chicco ,Red,Italy,"Bone dry and extremely tannic, this Roero Riserva offers interesting notes of wild berries, candied fruit, orange zest and wild flowers. It's tight, firm and sharp on the palate.",Monpissano Riserva,45,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Cà Rossa 2006 Monpissano Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ca-rossa-2006-monpissano-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Cà Rossa 12.5,Red,Italy,This luscious Barbera d'Asti shows plump aromas of black cherry and blackberry backed by lighter tones of spice and tobacco. You'll feel the freshness of the acidity and will want to pair this wine with cheesy pasta al forno.,Vobis Tua,12,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantine Volpi 2007 Vobis Tua (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-volpi-2007-vobis-tua-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cantine Volpi 14.1,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with fine, firm tannins. Quite a good wine, but kind of one-dimensional, with ripe red cherry purée and oak flavors that don't develop beyond that in the mouth. Shows the risks when you depend on 100% Cabernet Franc to make a complete wine.",Estate,51,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage Ranch 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2007-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Franc,2007,White Cottage Ranch 15.4,Red,US,"Sharpness cuts through this Syrah with the citrusy acidity of a lime. The flavors are of blackberries, currants, licorice, bacon and black pepper, and the tannins are as smooth as you could ask for. Ready now.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inocencio 2008 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inocencio-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Inocencio 14.5,Red,US,"A pretty good Cab that shows plenty of richness. May lack a bit in nuance, but on the other hand, a little cellaring could benefit. As currently constructed, it's rich and forward in berry-cherry fruit and oak, with lots of spices, and tastes a bit jammy-sweet. Honig's single-vineyard Cabs always seem much better than their generic Napa Valley.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Honig 14.1,Red,US,"A bit more direct than the '05, which must be due to the so-so vintage. The wine is soft and immediately appealing for its red berry pie filling, red currant, baking spice, green olive tapenade and oak flavors. Should develop for years in the bottle, without necessarily gaining additional complexity.",Red Winery Vineyard,60,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawkes 2006 Red Winery Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkes-2006-red-winery-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hawkes 13.5,White,Italy,"Light, bright and luminous, this fresh and floral Roero Arneis is aged in stainless steel to maintain its natural zest and fruitiness. Pair the wine with shellfish or white meat.",Cascina Pioiero,23,87,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Pioiero 2008 Cascina Pioiero (Roero Arneis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pioiero-2008-cascina-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2008,Pioiero 11.5,White,Austria,"Very fresh, crisp fruit, light and with a soft, green plum skin texture. The aftertaste is lively, bright.",Altenberg,15,87,Niederösterreich,,,Norbert Bauer 2009 Altenberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norbert-bauer-2009-altenberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Norbert Bauer ,Red,Italy,"Blue flowers, violets and red roses open the nose of this nicely concentrated Roero. Beyond the floral notes are tight berry nuances and bright acidity.",,29,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Cornarea 2007 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornarea-2007-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cornarea 14.7,Red,US,"Very forward in jammy fruit, with waves of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, red currants, mocha and caramelized new oak. Feels too soft and melted to do much in the cellar, so drink up.",,59,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Damian Rae 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damian-rae-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Damian Rae 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here a fun, fresh and bright Barbera (aged in large oak casks) that shows good integrity of fruit and an easy, informal personality. Pair this wine with risotto cooked with cream of asparagus.",Le Gagie,19,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenuta La Meridiana 2008 Le Gagie (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-meridiana-2008-le-gagie-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Tenuta La Meridiana 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a light, fragrant and bright Barbera (aged in large oak casks) that shows crisp acidity and lively aromas of red berry, cranberry and spice cake. Pair this wine with baked tomatoes stuffed with goat cheese and oregano.",Costa di Bussia,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tenuta Arnulfo 2008 Costa di Bussia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arnulfo-2008-costa-bussia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Tenuta Arnulfo 16,Red,US,"Here's a good, sound Merlot that's fancy enough to serve with special fare. It's dry and rich in tannins, with oak-inspired black cherry, currant and pepper flavors. Easy to find, with 29,000 cases produced. The alcohol measures 16%.",,23,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Robert Mondavi 14.6,Red,US,"This is a good, dry, somewhat rugged Cabernet, rich in varietal blackberry and black currant flavors with a coating of smoky oak. It's fully ready to drink now. Shows real elegance in the refined mouthfeel, and the spicy finish is a delight.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sterling ,Red,US,"Soft and approachable, this seems more like a generic red than a pure Cabernet Sauvignon. It's quite ripe, ready to drink, and certainly smooth. What is not there is any particular varietal character or sense of place. This is a medium-bodied red that could be from anywhere.",Arbitrage,49,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2007 Arbitrage Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2007-arbitrage-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Market Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"This tonic and tight Roero Riserva offers aromas of wild berry, white almond and rose petal backed by drying tannins and bright acidity. Pair it with butter or cheese-based pasta dishes.",San Francesco Riserva,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Lorenzo Negro 2006 San Francesco Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenzo-negro-2006-san-francesco-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Lorenzo Negro 13.8,Red,US,"This is a sound Cabernet Sauvignon. It's very dry and quite tannic, with pure blackberry, black currant and blueberry flavors, and it finishes with a soft gentleness. At its best now, and the price is good for the quality.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kunde 12,Sparkling,US,"Made from all red grapes, including Pinot Noir, Gamay, Sangiovese and Zinfandel, this is an elegant, delicious sipper that has more elegance than you might expect at this price. It's dryish and crisply clean, with subtle strawberry, raspberry and yeasty flavors.",Blanc de Noirs,12,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-121362/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 12,Sparkling,US,"A rare California sparkler made from the Riesling grape, and a pretty good one. It's slightly sweet, with very pretty flavors of oranges, vanilla, buttered toast and creamy lees. Good price for such a fancy sipper.",Riesling,16,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel 2008 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2008-riesling-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,2008,Korbel 14.5,Red,US,"This expensive Cabernet isn't showing well now. It's all fruit and no subtlety. Offers wave after wave of blackberries, cherries, plums, currants, chocolate and licorice, and feels so soft, it could almost be from Paso Robles. Hard to predict its future.",,90,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vin Roc 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-roc-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vin Roc ,Red,Italy,"Founded by Orlando Viglino in 1947 and now run by grandson Davide, Vigin produces a light, garnet-colored Barbaresco with sharp aromatic accents that include red apple, tar, wet earth, slate and mineral tones backed by plum and dried prune. It offers bright acidity, firm tannins and a thin consistency.",Noemy,,87,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Vigin 2007 Noemy (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigin-2007-noemy-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Vigin 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet and chunky to start, with vanilla and red fruit aromas. The flavors are raspberry and cherry, and while it's kind of short on complexity, it more than gets the job done for $10. Clean, fresh and something you can drink without a lot of pondering.",Última Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Veo 2008 Última Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veo-2008-ultima-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Veo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Barbera d'Alba delivers a fresh, slightly raw note of raspberry or wild berry surrounded by light shadings of spice and smoke. This is a balanced wine with bright fruit tones and fresh acidity that showcases a clean, traditional style.",,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rizzi 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Rizzi 12,Sparkling,France,"From 100% Pinot Noir, here is a delicious, crisp, wild raspberry- and mulberry-flavored wine. The acidity shines through the fruit skin texture, giving a mouthtingling feel.",Brut Rosé,23,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace-122414/,Pinot Noir,,Lucien Albrecht 12.9,White,US,"A really nice Sauvignon Blanc, so easy to drink for its dryness, tart crispness and minerality. It feels clean and palate-stimulating, and offers enough citrus, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors to satisfy.",,15,87,California,California Other,California,Stevenot 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stevenot 14.1,White,US,"This is a brisk, dry and zesty Gewürztraminer that shows how well the variety performs in Mendocino's Anderson Valley. It shows the super-spiciness of Gewürz, with tropical fruit and honeysuckle flavors balanced with crisp acidity.",,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Foursight 2009 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foursight-2009-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Foursight 14,Red,Italy,"Clean, simple and correct, this wine offers an excellent window into the Nebbiolo grape. From a young vintage and free of the aromas and textures associated with long aging in wood, this bright wine focuses on quality of fruit and fresh berry aromas backed by crispness and good structure.",,20,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2008 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2008-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2008,Produttori del Barbaresco 13.5,Red,Italy,"Barbera Vigneto Much showcases sweet aromas of vanilla, cinnamon and cedar wood behind loads of black fruit and wild berries. The wine is lean and compact on the close with a very cleansing, fresh finish.",Vigneto Much,29,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Prinsi 2007 Vigneto Much (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinsi-2007-vigneto-much-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Prinsi ,Red,Italy,"Perfumed Indian tea and jasmine open the nose of this garnet-colored Nebbiolo-based Roero. The wine is tonic, tart, with tight tannins and lingering spice notes on the close.",Monfrini,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Ponchione Maurizio 2007 Monfrini (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponchione-maurizio-2007-monfrini-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ponchione Maurizio 12,Sparkling,France,"With a sweet dosage, this is soft Blanc de Blancs. Pears, hints of apricots go with some crisp acidity. It still tastes young and needs time to integrate, but will always be on the sweet side of Brut.",Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs Brut,46,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2004 Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2004-chardonnay-blanc-blancs-brut-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Nicolas Feuillatte 12,White,Italy,"La Scolca's Black Label Gavi presents refined and elegant tones of peach, dried apricot, honey and white almond. The wine rests on the lees in order to absorb more complexity and texture.",Black Label,50,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,La Scolca 2007 Black Label (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2007-black-label-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2007,La Scolca 13.8,White,US,"This bottling by fine producer Kunde always shows a grassy, hay-like note to the citrus fruit flavors, so if that's your style, you'll like it. The wine itself is only lightly oaked, and feels crisp and clean in the mouth, as well as dry. The low alcohol is a pleasure.",Magnolia Lane,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2009 Magnolia Lane Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2009-magnolia-lane-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kunde 12,Sparkling,US,"A delightful rosé sparkler, rich in raspberry, cherry and toasty, yeasty flavors, with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel and a honey-sweet finish. Made from Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Gamay and Chenin Blanc, it's a super value at this price.",Brut Rosé,12,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-california-121361/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 13,Red,Austria,"Red berry aromas follow through to an attractive, simple, juicy wine, a core of tannins surrounded by chunky, rustic fruits.",Föllikberg,35,87,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2009 Föllikberg Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2009-follikberg-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2009,Kollwentz 14,Red,Chile,"An aggressive, forward, high-acid wine with a lot of quality as well. The nose mixes dried cheese, leather, heat and savory red fruit aromas, while the palate rides a tight line of acidity toward angular raspberry and cherry flavors. Very zesty, tart and lively, but also deep in terms of minerality, freshness and potency. Drink now through 2012.",Edición Limitada,22,87,Loncomilla Valley,,,Morandé 2007 Edición Limitada Carignan (Loncomilla Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2007-edicion-limitada-carignan-loncomilla-valley/,Carignan,2007,Morandé 12,White,Austria,Soft and fresh style of wine that feels full without losing its light touch. Delicious baked apple and nutmeg flavors finish this bright wine.,Von den Terrassen,14,87,Wagram-Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2009 Von den Terrassen Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2009-von-den-terrassen-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Josef Ehmoser 14,Red,Chile,"A little funky and murky at first, but airing reveals meaty, leathery aromas. The palate is solid and shows good balance, while the flavors of berry and cherry fruit carry an herbal element. Finishes mildly peppery and bitter, but also floral and spicy.",Reserva Superior,14,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Gracia de Chile 2008 Reserva Superior Syrah-Grenache-Viognier (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracia-chile-2008-reserva-superior-red-blend-syrah-grenache-viognier-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah-Grenache-Viognier,2008,Gracia de Chile ,Red,US,"Big and bold, loaded with red fruits and sharp acidity, the Murray Syrah from Hightower brings a spicy mix of fruit, loam and mineral. There's some heat in it as well. The grapes are estate grown, and the Syrah was cofermented with 5% Viognier.",Murray,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hightower 2008 Murray Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2008-murray-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,Hightower 14,White,US,"Mainly Sauvignon Blanc, with 18% Sémillon, this is a very fruity young wine. It brims with Meyer lemon, pineapple, pear, peach, apricot and lime flavors, but is rescued from being a fruit bomb by crisp acidity and a nice minerality. There's just a touch of sweet oak for richness.",Hay Hook,18,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Farrier 2008 Hay Hook Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farrier-2008-hay-hook-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2008,Farrier 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in large oak casks, Aleramico Barbera d'Asti offers sweet aromas of vanilla and cinnamon behind notes of mature fruit, plum and blackberry. The wine shows rich, ripe consistency and loads of sweet fruit on the close.",Aleramico,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantine San Silvestro 2008 Aleramico (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-san-silvestro-2008-aleramico-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Cantine San Silvestro ,Red,Italy,"This tight and firm Barbaresco from the Rio Sordo cru exhibits an orange tinge to its garnet color and shows aromas of licorice, exotic spice, old leather and dried tobacco leaf. The wine seems older than it actually is, but those polished tannins should pull it forward a few more years at least.",Rio Sordo,64,87,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina delle Rose 2007 Rio Sordo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-delle-rose-2007-rio-sordo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina delle Rose 14,Red,Italy,"Ad Libitum opens with a particularly spicy nose with tones of clove, crushed black pepper and ripe fruit or plum. It offers soft, ripe fruit nuances in the mouth and could pair with marinated pork or lamb.",Ad Libitum,19,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,CarlindePaolo 2007 Ad Libitum (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlindepaolo-2007-ad-libitum-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,CarlindePaolo 14.5,Red,US,"A dry, gentle Merlot, likeable for its rich tannic structure and complex flavors. Shows berry, cherry, currant, dark chocolate and sandalwood flavors, with a clean, spicy finish. Drink now with a nice grilled steak, brushed with garlic butter and plenty of pepper.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Starmont 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starmont-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Starmont 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal, powerful and varietally on the money, with common but well-executed aromas of earth, blackberry and olives. The palate offers proper weight and intensity, while the flavors of black plum, raspberry and tea are just herbal enough to scream out “Carmenère.” Tasty and consistent from nose to finish.",Crucero,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2008 Crucero Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2008-crucero-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Siegel ,Red,Italy,"Earthy tones of white truffle and moist tobacco open the nose of this Barolo from the Sorano cru. There are some ripe fruit aromas of plum and prune as well and the wine fades slowly with a long, dusty finish.",Sorano,75,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,San Biagio 2006 Sorano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2006-sorano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,San Biagio ,White,US,"This new vintage of Consequence deftly mixes the strengths of each grape. The Sauv Blanc provides a pleasingly green, herbal base; the Aligoté fills in with some stone fruit flesh; and the Viognier boosts the aromatics, with floral/citrus highlights.",Consequence White Wine,17,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Nefarious 2009 Consequence White Wine White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2009-consequence-white-wine-other/,White Blend,2009,Nefarious 14.6,Red,US,"Consistent with the Lake Chelan winery's lineup of red wines, this young Syrah brings a lot of generous, berry-flavored primary fruits, softened tannins and a deep purple color. The opening cherry and berry fruit, turning a little pruney and limned by citrusy acids, leads into a tart midpalate with some earth and granite underlying the fruit.",Defiance Vineyard Estate,27,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Nefarious 2008 Defiance Vineyard Estate Syrah (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2008-defiance-vineyard-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Syrah,2008,Nefarious ,Red,US,"This wine has muscle and grip; it's a densely layered Cabernet, based upon cassis and loam, with firm, muscular tannins. At the moment it does not extend its power into the finish, but rather it seems to stop short. Try giving it extra breathing time.",The Estates,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2007 The Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-the-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Milbrandt 12,Sparkling,France,"A creamy-textured wine, with soft nuts, star fruit and rambutan flavors, along with some good crisp acidity. There is a fine texture here, giving a wine that is already delicious to drink.",Brut,14,88,Loire Valley,Montlouis-sur-Loire,,Château Moncontour NV Brut (Montlouis-sur-Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-nv-brut-chenin-blanc-montlouis-sur/,Chenin Blanc,,Château Moncontour ,Red,Italy,"Here's a genuine and fresh expression of Barbaresco with loads of fruit-driven aromas including cherry, cassis, raspberry and fresh plum. There's great acidity and brightness too and the wine finishes with tart berry flavor on the close.",Morassino,57,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Morassino 2007 Morassino (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-morassino-2007-morassino-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Morassino ,Red,Italy,"Cascina del Monastero's base Barolo shows simple fruit tones and offers an easy, straight shooter approach overall. You'll get aromas of wild berry, cola and spice and the wine is firm and compact on the close. In all, it comes off as an informal interpretation of one of the world's greatest wines.",,,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina del Monastero 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina del Monastero 13.5,Red,Chile,"There's plenty of black fruit and power on the nose. The palate matches that aromatic intensity by showing tannic grab and body along with deep cherry, cassis and tobacco flavors. Finishes earthy and leathery, but with enough berry fruit and richness.",Equilibrio Made With Organically Grown Grapes,11,88,Maipo Valley,,,Aresti 2008 Equilibrio Made With Organically Grown Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2008-equilibrio-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Aresti 13.5,White,Chile,"Lively and a touch prickly, with strong aromas and flavors that properly reflect its Leyda roots. The nose is oceanic and sharp, while the palate is forward and tastes of lime and grapefruit. On the finish, notes of passionfruit and lychee are introduced. Tropical but true SB to drink as soon as possible.",,17,88,Leyda Valley,,,Arboleda 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2009-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Arboleda 14,Red,Chile,"Powerful, driving Merlot with spice, cherry, herbal olive notes and some meatiness to the bouquet. The palate is racy and forward, with cherry-berry flavors, cola, mocha and oak notes on the finish. A solid, strong-boned wine.",,19,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2007 Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2007-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Merlot,2007,Arboleda 13.5,White,US,"A lovely Sauvignon Blanc whose crisp acidity cleanses the palate, and whose dry finish leaves it stimulated, not cloyed. Shows subtle, tart lemon and lime flavors, with a minerally tang. A super bargain.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ancient Peaks 11,Sparkling,US,"Even if you don't like sweet sparkling wine, it will be hard to turn down another glass of this beauty. It's so clean and delicious, with a raspberry sorbet and vanilla richness. One of the best sweet bubblies out there, at a great price.",Sweet Rosé,12,88,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Sweet Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-sweet-rose-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel ,Red,Austria,"A tasty, juicy wine with ripe red cherry fruit and lively acidity. Soft, beautifully ripe, ready to drink.",,20,88,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2009 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2009-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2009,Judith Beck 14.5,Red,US,"Held back for four years before release, this Zin has achieved a creamy softness. The flavors offer a blast of peppery, briary wild red, black and blue berries and currants, with vibrant hints of bacon, cola and sandalwood. Great value in a Zinfandel this likeable.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2006 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2006-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Kunde 12,Sparkling,US,"Dry and elegant, in the Roederer style, with crisp acidity brightening lime, pink grapefruit and brioche flavors that have richer notes of strawberries and honey. The bubbles are a little rough, but it sure is a nice bubbly to drink now.",Brut,23,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-anderson-valley-121132/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate 14.7,Red,US,"Tremendously rich and ripe, this Pinot just dazzles the palate with waves of raspberries, cherries, cocoa, red licorice, bacon and other intense umami flavors. It's dry and silky, but the drawback is excessive softness.",Clark & Telephone Vineyard,44,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Belle Glos 2008 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2008-clark-telephone-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Belle Glos 14.5,Red,Italy,"Laccento (from the Bricco Montalbera cru) is a luminous, ruby-colored wine with fresh aromas of raspberry, spice, cola, pressed violets and crushed black pepper. The wine is crisp and sharp with a good capacity to refresh the palate after cheesy or fatty foods.",Laccento,28,88,Piedmont,Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato,,Montalbera 2008 Laccento (Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montalbera-2008-laccento-italian-red-ruche-ruche-castagnole-monferrato/,Ruché,2008,Montalbera 14.3,Red,US,"This new Malbec is a soft, fruity, extremely dark wine, with scents of raisins and pretty fruit flavors of boysenberries and black cherries, with lighter streaks of coffee and caramel woven through. The balance is excellent, though the wine does not show the depth of flavor that is expressed in its inky dark colors.",Upland Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Nefarious 2008 Upland Vineyard Malbec (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nefarious-cellars-2008-upland-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Malbec,2008,Nefarious 13.5,Red,Chile,"Basic but in the best possible way. The nose is familiar, clean and inviting due to licorice, sweet black fruit and smoky aromas. Fresh in the mouth, with bright acidity pumping up berry, cassis and herbal flavors. Composed on the finish, with a high level of competence.",,12,88,Central Valley,,,Asunto de Vino 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asunto-vino-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Asunto de Vino 15.4,Red,US,"A very delicious wine, rich in fruits and spices, and easy to drink for its softness. Shows cherry, mocha, licorice, black pepper and sweet, smoky oak flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. Ready now.",,22,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Tempranillo (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Tempranillo,2007,Albeno Munari ,Red,Chile,"A touch earthy and leathery at first, but also berry driven and full, with a lot of run to it. The palate has a round, full feel as well as flavors of black cherry, cassis, herbs and tobacco. Chunky on the finish, where it flattens out. Drink now through 2011.",Reserva,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Koyle 12.5,White,Austria,"In a ripe style, this is soft, with creamed apple and pear flavors, smooth and light. There is a touch of attractive spice to go with the final acidity.",Axpoint Fedespiel,20,88,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 Axpoint Fedespiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-axpoint-fedespiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof ,Red,Italy,"Roasted espresso bean, leather and spice open the nose and are followed by cherry and cassis. There's also a perfumed, scented quality but the tannins are extremely dry and tight.",Castelletto Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Malabaila 2006 Castelletto Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malabaila-2006-castelletto-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Malabaila ,Red,Italy,"This light and luminous Nebbiolo d'Alba offers fine aromas of cranberry, raspberry, white chocolate and root beer. Instead of huge complexity, you get good structure, freshness and a wine with a natural ability to pair with most easy meat dishes.",,21,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2008 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2008-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2008,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A richer version of a Saumur sparkling wine, this is soft, ripe and creamy. The dosage feels on the sweet side, although it is labeled Brut. There is just a touch of fruit skin texture to give it a firm edge, but there is also great final acidity.",Brut de Franc,30,88,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Couly-Dutheil NV Brut de Franc Cabernet Franc (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-nv-brut-franc-cabernet-franc-vin-mousseux/,Cabernet Franc,,Couly-Dutheil 14,Red,Chile,"Nice aromas of cherry fruit and sweetness are perfectly clean, while the palate is slightly spunky and high in acid, with wild-berry flavors running side by side with red cherry and citrus. Has a tart, blazing side but also very good fruit character and purity",Marques de Casa Concha,22,88,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Marques de Casa Concha Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-marques-casa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2008,Concha y Toro 12,White,US,"Made in an appealingly dry, tartly crisp style, this is a fine cocktail sipper to drink with appetizers. It impresses for its rich citrus fruit, lemongrass, mineral and papaya flavors, and as dry as they are, the finish is honeyed. Production was 21,000 cases.",Domino,7,88,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2009 Domino Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2009-domino-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Delicato ,Red,US,"Champoux is one of Washington's most revered vineyards, known especially for the rich, black cherry fruit on display here. However, this wine seems to be aging rather quickly, the flavors turning soft and leafy in the midpalate, and the wine's rim hinting at the beginning tones of brick. It's drinking nicely, and should be consumed near term for best enjoyment.",Champoux Vineyard,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Fidelitas 2007 Champoux Vineyard Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-champoux-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2007,Fidelitas ,White,US,"Fruity and full-flavored, this quaffable Riesling brings a full share of peachy fruit, honeysuckle and English breakfast tea. The residual sugar is just over 1%, and the acids compensate, giving it good balance.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Cave B ,Red,Italy,"Bricco Medica Roero offers beautiful aromas of blue flowers, tangerine skin and cassis berry. It's a tad softer than other expressions although the finish is tannic and drying.",Bricco Medica,46,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Val del Prete 2007 Bricco Medica (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-val-prete-2007-bricco-medica-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Val del Prete 12.5,White,Austria,"A powerful, full and ripe style that still manages to preserve bright apple and green herb flavors. Crisp fruit and mineral combine harmoniously.",,17,88,Weinviertel,,,Zull 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2009-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Zull 12,Sparkling,France,"Beautifully pale in color, this is serious rosé. Its rich and dry character and its red cherry and raspberry flavors are tied together by the finest acidity. Like most Bollinger Champagnes, this needs food.",Rosé Brut,100,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-nv-rose-brut-champagne-122525/,Champagne Blend,,Bollinger 13.8,Red,US,"This Cabernet Franc-based Bordeaux blend is softly approachable now for its wealth of black and red cherry, currant and toasty oak flavors. It has rich tannins and a long, spicy finish. Should hold in the bottle and possibly gain momentum for 4–5 years.",Presshouse,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Farrier 2007 Presshouse Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farrier-2007-presshouse-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Farrier 12,White,Austria,"Dry, classic perfumed fruit, bright and crisp. The wine is touched with a steely edge, very mineral with delicious citrus and green apple to finish.",1000 Eimerberg Federspiel,29,87,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 1000 Eimerberg Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-1000-eimerberg-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof 14.3,Red,US,"Tastes softly tannic, superripe and simple, with oaky flavors of cherry and blackberry jam and spices. Not much going on. Drink now.",Estate Barrel Select,42,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Still Waters 2006 Estate Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/still-waters-2006-estate-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Still Waters 13.5,Red,Chile,"Leathery and horsey on the nose, with cherry fruit and warmth. The palate has some edge and bite to it, with lean tannins in support of generic raspberry and standard herbal flavors. Quick and cleansing on the finish, with another wave of herbal flavor.",Aliwen Reserva,13,84,Rapel Valley,,,Undurraga 2008 Aliwen Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2008-aliwen-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Undurraga 14.3,Red,US,"This blend of Zinfandel, Syrah and Petite Sirah is soft and fruity. It has simple, rather sweet raspberry tart, vanilla and black pepper flavors. Okay for an everyday red wine.",,12,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Long Gamma 2007 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-gamma-2007-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Long Gamma 13.5,Red,Chile,"Aromas of tobacco, molasses and damp moss suggest earthiness, yet the palate is piercing and high-wire, with bright, almost blinding acidity pushing cherry and red plum flavors. Kind of gritty on the finish, where the tannins and acids combine.",Reserva,13,83,Maule Valley,,,Palo Alto 2008 Reserva Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2008-reserva-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Palo Alto 13.5,Red,US,"A common, rustic wine, okay for drinking with everyday fare. It's sharp in acidity and jammy in fruity raspberries and cherries, with a Beaujolais-like gassiness.",,9,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Line 39 2009 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2009-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2009,Line 39 13,Red,Chile,"Flat, dusty and candied smelling, with little body or concentration. The flavors are generic and hint at strawberry, and overall it fits the definition of a subpar New World Pinot Noir. Acceptable but barely worth a go.",,13,82,Bío Bío Valley,,,Llai Llai 2008 Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llai-llai-2008-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Llai Llai 13.8,White,US,"A little simple and soft, but okay for your Chardonnay fix. Shows dry, creamy pineapple and apricot flavors.",,14,82,California,Napa,Napa County,Chime 2009 Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2009-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Chime 14.8,Red,US,"Silky and velvety soft in the mouth, coating the palate with extraordinary raspberry and cherry flavors, enriched with sweet oak, and spiced with cloves, cinnamon and white pepper. There are even notes of cocoa and orange zest. Yet brisk acidity makes it all clean and vibrant. It's hard to imagine a California Pinot Noir tasting better than this—and what a fantastic bargain. Drink now–2014.",Nielson Vineyard,34,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2008 Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2008-nielson-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Byron 15,Red,US,"Take a great Napa Cabernet and turn it into a Russian River Pinot, and you get this wonderful Pinot Noir. It's a low production blend of various vineyards controlled by Jackson Family Farms, and each barrel seems picked for sheer lusciousness. Dry and silky, with perfect tannin-acid balance, it shows rich, complex waves of raspberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, balsam, pepper and all kinds of hard to define forest floor and mineral complications. Fully approachable now and for the next 3–4 years.",,90,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nine Barrel 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-barrel-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Nine Barrel 14.8,Red,US,"Here is a mouth-pleasing blend of 66% Merlot and 34% Cab Franc that builds the wine from the aromas out. The Merlot brings lush black cherry fruit to a broad midpalate, while the Cab Franc chimes in with roasted coffee and dark chocolate notes. The mix is perfect, tongue-coating and satisfying, right on through a long, peppery finish.",Long Haul Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,45,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2007 Long Haul Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2007-long-haul-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mark Ryan 12.5,White,France,"The broad character of Bougros is evident here in this rich and creamy wine. Delicious pear and sweet grapefruit flavors combine easily with a delicate touch of wood, leaving a fine, juicy acidity.",Bougros Grand Cru,69,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Bougros Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-bougros-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre ,Red,US,"Very fragrant and surprisingly soft upon entry, this blend ultimately lives up to the vintage's reputation for compact, unyielding red wines. This wine, made by Cadence's Ben Smith, manages to be both approachable and at the same time cellar-worthy. Cassis, plum, and the vineyard's characteristic minerality thrust up through the palate like basalt monoliths.",Collaboration Series I Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Grand Rêve 2006 Collaboration Series I Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grand-reve-2006-collaboration-series-i-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Grand Rêve 14.7,Red,US,"This block-grown Pinot from the estate vineyard, in the heart of the cool Green Valley, shows the signature Marimar style of tight acidity, dryness, silky elegance and red fruit. It's not a big, fat, blockbuster Pinot, but a leaner, more masculine style. The raspberry, cherry, red currant and sandalwood flavors should hold up well to the aging process. Now–2013, at least.",Earthquake Block Don Miguel Vineyard,47,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 Earthquake Block Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-earthquake-block-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Marimar Estate ,White,France,"There is an explosion of ripe yellow fruit here, giving a ripe, tropical feel. Spice, mango, it's quite a powerhouse of flavors. This is a gorgeous, opulent wine.",,255,93,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 14.6,Red,US,"A very beautiful Syrah, long and deep in flavor. It's a big, mouth filling wine whose tannins are considerable, and it will probably benefit from a year or two in the cellar. But it's so rich in blackberries, black currants and smoked meat that it's hard not to open it now. As sweet as the fruit is, the finish is thoroughly dry.",Mavericks Signature Series Rodgers Creek Vineyards,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Longboard 2006 Mavericks Signature Series Rodgers Creek Vineyards Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2006-mavericks-signature-series-rodgers-creek-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2006,Longboard ,White,France,"A very mineral–textured wine, with a stark contrast of ripe yellow fruits, sweet vanilla and an open final flavor. The wine is certainly packed with flavors, dense, the steely edge likely to soften over the next 2–3 years.",La Garenne Premier Cru,65,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 La Garenne Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-garenne-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour ,White,France,"Densely textured wine, its complex fruit and spice character offering currants, quince and green plums to go with the wood element. The wine layers fruit and a powerful dose of acidity, giving an edge to richness, never losing sight of freshness.",Les Genevrières Premier Cru,79,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Les Genevrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-les-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils ,White,France,"Full and fresh, a beautifully rich wine, packed with tropical fruits, ripe apricots and a gorgeous opulent texture. Impressive.",Les Chataigniers,50,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Beauregard 2008 Les Chataigniers (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-beauregard-2008-chataigniers-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Beauregard ,White,France,"A wine that delivers great freshness, a bright lemon and grapefruit character, tautly mineral in character, almost steely, with a pure line of green fruits. Age for 2–3 years.",Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Montmains Premier Cru,38,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-domaine-vaudon-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, Washington-grown Syrah, with a beguiling mix of citrus, spicy plum, and red licorice. The citrus component really shines through in the mouth, with juicy acidity that includes orange peel and pink grapefruit flavors. The acids underscore polished blueberry and blackberry fruit, with a penetrating finish that adds dark chocolate and espresso. Deceptive at first; let it breathe.",,33,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Syzygy 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Syzygy ,Red,Portugal,"A vineyard selection from mature vines, the wine has tannins that meld easily into the firm, dark fruits, layered with acidity. It has a muscular quality, balanced by an elegant texture, bringing together the concentration of old vines and freshness from delicious red berry flavors.",Reserva,60,92,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Vallado ,Red,Portugal,"Big, dense and powerful, this is full of wild herbs, exotic black fruit and dark tannins. It is seriously concentrated without being too heavy, the Douro acidity seeing to that. Age for 5–6 years.",Callabriga Reserva,30,92,Douro,,,Sogrape 2007 Callabriga Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2007-callabriga-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Sogrape ,Red,Portugal,"A complex and intense wine. Its black fruits and sweet plums, balanced with tight acidity, go along with dense, dry tannins. It is textured, structured, ready for long-term aging.",Reserva,21,92,Douro,,,Van Zellers 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-zellers-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Van Zellers 15.2,Red,US,"This is among the bigger, riper, more opulent Cabs out there. It's classic New-World style Napa Cabernet, a cult wannabe made in extremely limited quantities aimed at a mailing list. It's quite rich and soft in black currants, chocolate and cedar, with highish alcohol.",,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Treat 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treat-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,The Treat ,White,US,"From the Evergreen vineyard, and again it was barrel fermented in neutral French oak. The aromas are wild and true, sweet herb and grass, suffused with marmalade and honey. The wine is intensely bright and spicy, with sharply-defined citrus fruits and rinds, and exceptional length.",Feral,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2009 Feral Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2009-feral-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Efeste 15.5,Red,US,"You should know that the alcohol in this multi-vineyard wine is high, which makes it soft and slightly sweet. But it's also enormously rich and complex, offering tiers of blackberries and raspberries, chocolate and currants, dusty spices and smoky oak. Totally in the modern cult style, it's at its best now and for a few more years.",Memento,110,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2007 Memento Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2007-memento-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frazier ,Red,Portugal,"Tasted just after bottling, the wood dominates. The fruit is there, of course, elegant and dense. Showing austerity, minerality, very expressive of the 2008 vintage, a wine that will take time to open out.",,,92,Douro,,,Poeira 2008 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2008-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Poeira 14.1,White,US,"This is an oaky, leesy Chardonnay, and quite a good one. Although it's super rich in fruit, it shows a crisply acidic minerality that grounds it and makes it serious. That fruit is wildly forward in pineapple tart, pear butter, Key lime pie and golden apricot.",,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Freemark Abbey 14,Red,Argentina,"Lush, pure, welcoming and sturdy, with dense black fruit aromas leading to a healthy, racy palate that's full of live-wire blackberry and cassis flavors. Seriously stacked Malbec with no timidity and a finish that oozes layered black fruit, chocolate and complexity. Drink this winter or hold until the fall-winter of 2011. 3,000 cases made.",The Marshall,25,92,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2008 The Marshall Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2008-marshall-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Goulart ,White,US,"An oaky style of Chardonnay, to be sure, but so deliciously fruity that the toasty barrel flavors seem to blend seamlessly into a thick pool of juicy citrus and stone fruits. Lively, spicy, and detailed with cinnamon and white pepper, this irresistible flavor bomb of a Chardonnay demands that you immediately refill your glass.",,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Mark Ryan 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Still the most impressive Pinot in Argentina, the #32 car is showing a purple color and lots of young oak, menthol and leather on the nose. The palate is lush, deep and cushioned, while the flavors are youthful but revolve around black cherry and ripe plum. A toasty, dark, modern wine with a lovely, silky, pure texture. Best from 2012–2016.",Treinta y Dos,250,92,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2009 Treinta y Dos Pinot Noir (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2009-treinta-pinot-noir-rio-negro-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bodega Chacra 14.5,Red,US,"Made in the modern style of extreme ripeness, softness and deliciousness. Really captivates for its wealth of cherry and raspberry jam, ripe blackberry tart and oak-inspired vanilla and butterscotch flavors. Hard to predict where it's going due to the softness, but it sure is tasty now.",Reserve,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Whitehall Lane ,White,US,"Truly done in a Burgundian style, with bracing minerality and sweet, liquorous oak and apple cider flavors. The tangy fruit mixes fresh lemon and orange juice, pineapple and candied rind.",Lola,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2008 Lola Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-lola-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Efeste 15,Red,US,"Cab Franc on its own can be linear, but this one isn't. It's a complete wine, brimming with red and black berry, currant, anise and sweet oak aromas and flavors. Fully dry, its tannic structure is pure Napa. Just delicious now with a good steak.",Estate,52,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2007-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Frazier ,White,France,"Full, rounded wine, packed with rich fruits and spice. It has a honeyed edge, followed by pear juice and lime flavors. Delicious wine.",Bouthières,,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Cheveau 2008 Bouthières (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cheveau-2008-bouthieres-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cheveau 14.1,White,US,"A beautiful young Chardonnay, brisk in acidity, and ultra-clean despite the richness. Shows exotic tropical fruit, white peach and sweet vanilla flavors, with a fine minerality that grounds and complexes the fruit. Really easy for everybody to like, although connoisseurs will find all kinds of nuances.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Follette 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2008-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,La Follette ,Red,US,"A beautifully crafted, elegant red wine with sharp acidity, violet aromas and dense and wild red fruits. Still compact and young, this vintage and cuvée will need a lot more time to evolve. Deep purple fruits and streaks of earth and licorice and coffee suggest a long life ahead for this baby.",Saros 139 Red,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syzygy 2006 Saros 139 Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2006-saros-139-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Syzygy 14.1,White,US,"A brilliant Sauvignon Blanc, with racy acidity and a rich, creamy texture. Shows lemongrass, peach, melon and exotic tropical fruit flavors, and really gets those tastebuds whistling. Shows a complexity rare in this variety.",,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peter Franus 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Peter Franus 14.2,Red,US,"This is the least expensive of Von Strasser's 07 Cabs, but it's just about as good as the vineyard selections, which makes it a relative bargain. Dry and rich in refined tannins, it shows blackberry, black currant, cassis and mineral flavors, and should develop over the next 4–5 years.",,50,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Von Strasser 12.5,White,France,"Rich and soft, the yellow fruit character of this wine shines through the acidity. It has a broad texture, although never losing sight of that crispness.",Vaulorent Premier Cru,47,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Vaulorent Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-vaulorent-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre ,White,France,"An attractively balanced wine, its fresh fruits dovetailing with acidity, a ripe texture and a light touch of wood. Finally both rich and fresh.",Vieilles Vignes,,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jacques Simonin 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-simonin-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Jacques Simonin ,Red,US,"Deep purple/black, it explodes into lush fruit flavors of tangy boysenberry, blackberry, black cherry and cassis, with a smoky black licorice streak woven through. The tannin management is exceptional here—firm and substantial, without any bitter or green aspect. This is a supple, powerful, and ageworthy wine with depth and muscle unusual in this price range.",Final-Final,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2007 Final-Final Cabernet-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2007-final-final-red-blend-cabernet-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet-Syrah,2007,Efeste ,White,France,"Balanced, a wine that has both great fruit and sweet apple acidity. Hints of spice from wood, followed by good freshness, giving a wine that is rich and crisp.",En Buland Vieilles Vignes,46,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Daniel Barraud 2008 En Buland Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-barraud-2008-en-buland-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Daniel Barraud 14,White,Italy,"A blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Sauvignon, this is a luscious and delicious wine with beautifully inviting aromas and rich consistency that glides smooth over the palate. The wine is determined and loaded with personality that will stand up to crab or lobster.",Nova Domus Riserva,55,92,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2007 Nova Domus Riserva White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2007-nova-domus-riserva-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2007,Cantina Terlano 14.8,Rose,US,"A beautiful wine, from a winery that's piling up an impressive track record. Made from all five classic Bordeaux varieties, this 07 shows the balance of the vintage, with gorgeous tannins and focused characteristic of a mountain vineyard. The blackberry and black currant flavors have a firm minerality. Best now for its soft lusciousness, and should hold in the bottle for a good six years.",San Andreas Red,49,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Black Ridge 2007 San Andreas Red Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-ridge-2007-san-andreas-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Black Ridge ,White,France,"In a fat style, rounded and generous, yellow fruits partnering well with sweet citrus. It is full in the mouth, only at the end showing its intense acidity, hints of almonds and orange zest.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,110,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-clos-mouches-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 15,Red,US,"If you like some green herbaceousness in your Cabs, which some say makes them more Bordeaux-like, this is for you. It's very dry and somewhat tannic and extremely elegant, with oak-inspired blackberry, cherry, currant and spice flavors. A lovely, upscale restaurant wine.",Estate,65,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Chalk Hill ,Red,US,"A mix of small lot-fermented, Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon, some from Champoux, it's fine-tuned, varietal, loaded with cassis and plum, light toast, and ground coffee. Elegant, proportionate, and a fine expression of a great vintage.",,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Reasons 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reasons-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Reasons 14.2,Red,US,"Strong now in fruity flavor and oak, with potent mountain tannins, this tiny-production Cab wants some time to knit together. It's rich and extracted in blackberry tart with the sweet smoky crust, black currant jam, blueberry, dark chocolate, anise and cedar flavors that finish in a complex swirl of dusty spices. Try after 2013.",Agira Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2007 Agira Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2007-agira-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Von Strasser 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A beautifully smooth wine, with a rich Port-like texture. The dry, firm tannins give the wine impressive structure, although it remains opulent, its dark fruit, cocoa and herbal flavors just breathing the concentration of the Douro.",,45,93,Douro,,,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 2007 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-dona-maria-2007-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta Vale Dona Maria ,Red,Portugal,"From old vines, this powerful wine is the epitome of a great Douro red. Its ripe, plum and prune fruits, layered with bitter chocolate, are tinged with acidity. Spice and pepper add to the complexity of this ageworthy wine.",Adelaide,200,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2007 Adelaide Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2007-adelaide-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Vallado 15.5,Red,Portugal,"Gorgeously impressive wine, super-rich, balanced by acidity, juicy, concentrated red stone fruits, mulberries and dark chocolate. It is a powerhouse of ripe fruit, dark, ready to age for six years and more. One downside: high alcohol.",Vinha da Ponte,125,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2007 Vinha da Ponte Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2007-vinha-ponte-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Crasto 14,Red,Portugal,"Concentrated and dense, very structured, swathed in sweet ripe plums, dark chocolate, spice and balancing acidity. This is complex, dark, while remaining stylish. For aging over 5–6 years.",Reserva,43,93,Douro,,,Quinta de São José 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-jose-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de São José 14,Red,Australia,"A blend of Shiraz from Eden Valley and the valley floor, this is both amply endowed and impressively complex. The creamy purée of raspberries is dusted with peppery spice and cocoa, leaving a savory impression on the lasting finish. Drink now–2015.",The Struie,50,93,South Australia,Barossa,,Torbreck 2006 The Struie Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2006-struie-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Torbreck 14.6,Red,US,"The Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend is from Howell Mountain. The Syrah is from the Hudson Vineyard, in Carneros. The wine is very fine, offering complex tiers of blackberries, black currants, cherries, raspberries, bacon, sweet Provençal herbs, spices and toasty oak. Very fine, with a sharp bite of acidity that calls for a good steak. Now and through 2014, at the very least.",Cuvée Susan,48,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tor 2007 Cuvée Susan Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tor-2007-cuvee-susan-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Tor 13.5,White,Italy,"One of Italy's greatest white wines, Terre Alte is a blend of Friulano, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon now packaged in a screwcap bottle. The wine shows the aromatic purity and intensity of Sauvignon with the structure and overall creaminess of the other two varieties. It's gorgeous on all levels with a smoky, roasted almond note on the close.",Terre Alte,75,93,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2008 Terre Alte White (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2008-terre-alte-white-colli-orientali-friuli/,White Blend,2008,Livio Felluga ,White,Portugal,"Selected from barrel tastings, this mineral, vibrant wine demands aging. The flavors are bright white fruits, with a tropical touch, followed by a dense biting texture. Final grapefruit acidity tops this ageworthy wine.",Redoma Reserva,30,93,Douro,,,Niepoort 2009 Redoma Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2009-redoma-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Niepoort 14.5,White,US,"A brilliant Viognier that preserves the variety's exotic richness, while framing it with balance and subtlety, no easy task. Impresses for its array of pineapple crême brulée, Key lime pie, golden mango and green apple opulence, yet is crisp and zesty in acidity, and there's a bracing minerality. The grapes come from an unusual combination of Rutherford, which provides ripeness, and Carneros, which brings acidity and freshness.",,27,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2009 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2009-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2009,Freemark Abbey ,White,France,"Great swathes of yellow fruits here, a wine that has weight, richness and delicious texture. Final spice shows through from the wood.",Domaine des Deux Roches Vieilles Vignes,,93,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Domaine des Deux Roches Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-domaine-deux-roches-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier ,White,France,"There is an important element of wood here, along with a ripe, creamy texture. By contrast, the structure is mineral, lifted with grapefruit flavors. The wood supports this fruit, giving a complete, mouth filling wine.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Albert Bichot 2008 Les Perrières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Albert Bichot 14.6,Red,US,"Notable for its soft texture, thoroughly ripe fruit, and richness of mouthfeel, which is what you want in Pinot Noir. It's not an ager, but so deliciously refined, you want to keep drinking. Shows ripe raspberries and cherries, with their liqueur counterparts, and the sweet smokiness of oak.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2008-sierra-madre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Byron 14.1,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the cooler Green Valley, although you wouldn't know it from the label. The wine shows considerable crispness and dryness, with moderate alcohol. There are some tabasco and balsam notes grounding the richer cherry and sandalwood flavors. It's enormously elegant, a smooth, complex, silky Pinot Noir that should develop through the next six years.",La Masía Don Miguel Vineyard,45,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 La Masía Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-masia-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Marimar Estate ,White,France,"The wine is rich, packed with pear juice and minerality, laying on a tight lemon character, structured and steely, along with a rich texture that suggests the wine will be opening up over the next several years.",Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Bougros Grand Cru,69,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Bougros Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-domaine-vaudon-bougros-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"From a near-perfect vintage, this is a sleek, stylish, refined Cabernet. It is less forward and broadly fruity than past Reiningers, but showcases the strengths of the vintage—grip, elegance, detail, and balance. There is plenty of fruit – black cherry and cassis – with layers of smoke, anise, coffee, and bitter chocolate. Still quite tight and young, this is a wine to cellar and enjoy for a decade or more.",,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Reininger ,White,France,"Caramel and vanilla aromas, the palate rounded, poised, with pear and green plum flavors, along with lively acidity, filled out with toast.",Perrières Premier Cru,95,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Perrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"The Vineyard Select is made only on occasion. As in 2006, the cuvée includes a splash of Petit Verdot. From the extraordinary 2007 vintage, this wine has it all: depth, polish and panache. The richly fruity nose brings on the berries and cherries; they fill the palate and add layers of fig, plum, chocolate and coconut.",Vineyard Select,48,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2007 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2007-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Walla Walla Vintners 14.2,Red,US,"A beautifully rich, complex mountain wine that wants some time in the cellar. Dry and complex in tannin structure, it shows flamboyant blackberry, cherry, raspberry, chocolate, roasted almond and brown sugar flavors, as delicious as a succulent granola candy bar. Already throwing some sediment, it's fine now and should develop at least through 2015.",Sori Bricco Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2007 Sori Bricco Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2007-sori-bricco-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Von Strasser 12.5,White,France,"From what is always the Grand Cru that develops most quickly, this is a gorgeous, already very drinkable, ripe wine, certainly fresh. Maybe there is a more mineral character than usual, allied to higher acidity.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,63,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre ,White,US,"Though this is calculated at 1.5% residual sugar, it seems quite dry. You'll like the excellent concentration and bracing minerality, with a mix of green berry and apple flavors. There are also nuances of spice and even a hint of caramel—it's a subtle wine with long-lasting flavors that extend into a dry, complex finish.",Evergreen,16,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2009 Evergreen Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2009-evergreen-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Efeste ,White,France,"Rounded wine, with a generous helping of acidity, it balances richness with a defiantly mineral character. There is total freshness and crispness as well as final softness.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,100,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 2007 Les Perrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-bouzereau-2007-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Michel Bouzereau ,White,France,"Rounded wine, the fruit soft and open, contrasting with an elegant texture. There is a light minerality over yellow fruits, spice and vanilla flavor. Age for another year or two.",Les Genevrières Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2007 Les Genevrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2007-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 14.8,Red,US,"A beautiful wine both in flavor and structure, an all-important combination. Shows rich, classy blackberries and cherries that are almost flamboyant until they're tamed by firm tannins and a nice bite of acidity. Lots of smoky oak adds the perfect detail of caramel. Lovely now and for the next five years, at the very least. Syrah-Bordeaux blend of the first order.",,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Azur 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azur-2007-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Azur ,White,France,"Ripe wine, soft and weighty, the citrus element an important balancing character. Under the generosity, there is a more tautly textured wine, with acidity and flintiness. To finish, the wood shows and rounds out the fruit.",Les Chenevottes Premier Cru,100,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Les Chenevottes Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-chenevottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils ,White,France,"Very mineral to start, only opening up slowly to offer a wonderful line of pure fruit. The texture is important—apple skin freshness dominant, along with spicy wood. This is for medium-term aging—4–5 years.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,79,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Les Perrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-les-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.2,Red,US,"Firm in acidity and tannins, with an earthy minerality, this is a Pinot Noir you want to stash away for a few years. It's very dry and quite balanced, with a deep core of black cherries, currants, mushu plum sauce, anise, pepper and sandalwood. The window of drinkability extends until 2015, but give it a brief decant if you open it now.",Julia's Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2008 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2008-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Byron 14.6,Red,US,"Only 25 cases were produced, but this lovely Pinot Noir is worth the search. Very rich and soft and appealing, with pure flavors of black cherry tart, raspberry purée, cola, dusty Indian spices and smoky sandalwood, wrapped into finely ground tannins, and balanced with acidity. Just beautiful to drink now and for the next 3–4 years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Byron 12.5,White,France,"A beautifully rounded wine, textured white fruits and fresh acidity well integrated into a rich structure. Hints of wood underline the yellow fruits and crisp, citrus, final acidity.",Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru,65,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-montee-tonnerre-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An impressive wine which balances power, structure and concentration with a fresh line in black berry juice fruits, as well as lively acidity. The power comes from the firm, dry and dark tannins that show how well this wine will age. Give it six years or more.",Grande Reserva,49,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Filoco 2007 Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-filoco-2007-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Filoco ,Red,Portugal,"Big, powerful and rich, beautiful fruit and acidity along with densely structured tannins. This is a powerful expression of great Douro fruit, packed with intensity and concentration, likely to age for many years.",,,93,Douro,,,Poeira 2007 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2007-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Poeira 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes big, ripe and fruity, a wine that wants a little time in the cellar to calm down. Really swamps the palate with blackberry and cherry jam, currant, cola and mushu plum sauce flavors that go on and on. The tannins are thick and sweet. Hold until early 2011, then drink with a great steak, or a rich wild mushroom risotto.",My Father's Vineyard,38,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 My Father's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-my-fathers-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Dutton Estate 14.4,Red,US,"One of the more interesting Spanish varietal blends in California for the last several vintages. The 07 is mainly Tempranillo, with Graciano and Garnacha. It's a very dry wine, soft and velvety in tannins, with a bite of acidity that makes it somewhat sharp. The flavors are mainly of cherries, with complex notes of green olives, cocoa, anise liqueur and sandalwood, and even a citrusy touch of tangerine zest. A satisfying alternative to Merlot or Syrah that grows more fascinating with each release. Definitely a wine to follow.",The Spaniard,49,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2007 The Spaniard Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2007-spaniard-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2007,Twisted Oak ,White,France,"An austere wine, tight and taut, drawing a fine line of apple skins and green plum over a steely, mineral character. This is going to take its time, give it 3–4 years.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,79,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Les Folatières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour ,White,US,"The wine offers exceptional richness, without heaviness. It feels loaded with thick fruit, and yet there is nothing fat, oily or bitter in play. The lush fruits include a mix of citrus, pineapple, mandarin orange and peach, with some cool-climate minerality and even a hint of tonic seeping through.",,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2008 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Mark Ryan 14.5,Red,US,"Grown at the highest part of the Green Valley estate vineyard, this Pinot is tight and concentrated in raspberry, cherry, cola and Indian spices, with a delightful mineralty and a rich coat of new oak. Acidity and fine tannins give it elegant structure. Give it a few years to let the parts come together.",Stony Block Don Miguel Vineyard,47,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 Stony Block Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-stony-block-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Marimar Estate 14.5,Red,Spain,"One sniff gives you all the info needed to process this as a terrific modern Rioja. It's rich, cuddly, oaky and minty, with tons of spice and black fruit. The palate is juicier than in the past, with lively black cherry, cassis, tobacco, vanilla and mocha flavors. Yet another fine Nieta from the Eguren family. Drink now through 2018.",La Nieta,164,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viñedos de Paganos 2007 La Nieta (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-paganos-2007-nieta-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Viñedos de Paganos 14.2,Red,US,"The Freestone area is one of the coolest regions in the sprawling Sonoma Coast. Acidity marks this bone-dry, elegant wine. It tastes like somebody gave a squirt of lime to the cherry, raspberry, cola, persimmon, pomegranate and sandalwood flavors. Seems like a natural for the cellar. Drink 2012–2016.",Freestone Hills,40,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2008 Freestone Hills Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2008-freestone-hills-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 14,Red,Portugal,"From low-yielding 70-year-old vines, this is a beautifully structured wine, its dark tannins balanced by complex dark coffee, plum skins in a rich texture. It's obviously a wine for aging —give it at least four years.",Reserva Old Vines,40,94,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2008 Reserva Old Vines Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2008-reserva-old-vines-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Crasto ,White,France,"Very mineral, very fresh, bright, with intense citrus and pear skin flavors. This is a delicious wine, taut and at the same time bright. It dances easily, with great layers of crisp flavors.",Le Cailleret Premier Cru,140,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine de Montille 2007 Le Cailleret Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montille-2007-le-cailleret-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine de Montille ,White,France,"Just starting out, this wine, fresh from bottling, shows its weight, structure and distinct minerality. The fruit is coming along behind, ripe yellow peach and pink grapefruit over wood. It is very ageworthy—give it at least 3–4 years, certainly longer.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,100,94,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 2008 Les Perrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-bouzereau-2008-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Michel Bouzereau ,Red,US,"This pure Cabernet is almost jet black in color, displaying full-on aromatics of bramble and berry, suffused with earth and herb. Tannins are muscular and beautifully honed. Decant and let it breathe a few hours; the fruit expands with lush flavors of wild blackberries and cassis, dappled with light herb, and moving into a rich finish of clove, chocolate and espresso.",Big Papa Old Block,45,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2007 Big Papa Old Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2007-big-papa-old-block-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Efeste ,White,France,"A beautifully ripe wine, full of spice and mineral, the yellow fruits rich over the acidity and light toasty element. The weight is the thing here, intense great swathes of fruit.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,115,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Les Folatières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils ,White,France,"Tight, with apple skin tannins, firm to taste. The fresh, mineral, green fruits are taut, crisp, complex. This is a wine for long-term aging, the acidity dominant.",Perrières Premier Cru,95,94,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Perrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 13,White,Italy,"Here's an unexpectedly ambitious Chardonnay that joins an elite group representing Italy's best white wines. Released some 15 years after the vintage, this is a deeply sophisticated and opulent wine that presents elegant nuances of stone and passion fruits, mineral and toasted almond. The wine is smooth, rich and very long lasting.",Rarita,120,94,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 1996 Rarita Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-1996-rarita-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,1996,Cantina Terlano 14.5,Red,US,"This best of barrels selection from Byron's considerable number of vineyards in Santa Maria Valley is a stunner. It's immediately likeable for its soft, creamy mouthfeel, and the way the raspberry, cherry, currant, bacon, cocoa and sandalwood flavors finish so rich, yet so dry. Seems too soft for the long haul despite the firm tannins, but should provide beautiful drinking over the next six years.",Monument,60,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2008 Monument Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2008-monument-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Byron 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark, tight and masculine smelling, San Román is once again one of the two or three best wines from Toro. This vintage is black, extracted and super ripe, but it maintains a fine level of balance and more than adequate freshness. Flavors of coconut, vanilla and chocolate announce generous new oak, as does mocha and espresso on the finish. Heady but ready; ageable for another 5–8 years.",San Román,70,94,Northern Spain,Toro,,Maurodos 2006 San Román (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurodos-2006-san-roman-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Maurodos 14.5,Red,Australia,"Perfectly manages to combine full-bodied intensity with silkiness, breadth with delineation. Peppery and meaty notes add nuance to the mixed-berry fruit, framed by hints of cedar and vanilla. Drink now–2020.",,29,94,South Australia,Kangaroo Island,,Hazyblur 2006 Shiraz (Kangaroo Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazyblur-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-kangaroo-island/,Shiraz,2006,Hazyblur 14.4,Red,US,"A terrific Pinot from a winery that's building up a great track record with this bottling from Santa Maria's most famous vineyard. It's their best yet, with near-perfect acid-tannin balance, and gorgeous, opulent flavors. Tremendously rich in raspberry and cherry pie, with dusty Indian spices, Provençal herbs and a lovely coat of sweet, smoky oak. So easy to like, and should develop for a good six years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,33,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sanctuary 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctuary-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sanctuary ,White,France,"With its smoky wood, complex spice and yellow fruit flavors, this is already hinting at its gorgeous, ripe character. It needs time, at least 3–4 years, for its full potential to develop, but this is impressive.",Les Genevrières Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Les Genevrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 14.2,Red,US,"A brilliant wine that shows the world how delicious young Napa Valley Cabernet can be. Just dazzles with the richness and purity of blackberry, mocha, leather and cedar flavors, with a finish you can measure in minutes. Bordeaux yearns for such ripeness. Terrific now and through 2015.",Estate Vineyard,70,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2007 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2007-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Von Strasser ,White,US,"Les Collines vineyard provided the fruit, a thick, honeyed mass of dried apricots, peaches and papaya. Dense yet retaining its acid-driven structure, it's a rich, seemingly endless dive into a vat of sweet nectar. The residual sugar (9.6%) and alcohol (10.5%) are in perfect balance.",Late Harvest,14,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Forgeron 2008 Late Harvest Sémillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2008-late-harvest-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,2008,Forgeron ,Red,Portugal,"Big, solidly tannic, impressive wine, packed with brooding fruits, very firm. Flavors of dried plums, black berry juice and warm herbs combine to produce a wine that is powerful, concentrated, while retaining great balance. It is obviously for aging—give it 5–6 years.",Batuta,100,94,Douro,,,Niepoort 2008 Batuta Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2008-batuta-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Niepoort ,White,France,"The wine is currently closed up, not offering huge flavors. So it is a question of feeling the richness, the steely edge and the yellow fruits. It is certainly very dense, needing several years' aging, finishing with vanilla creaminess.",Le Cailleret Premier Cru,75,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 2007 Le Cailleret Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-bouzereau-2007-le-cailleret-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Michel Bouzereau ,White,France,"Very tight in character, the texture steely and firm to top the strongly mineral texture. There is an exotic touch of pepper to go with the pear skin fruit flavors and the weighty structure.",,210,94,Burgundy,Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-criots-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 14.2,Red,US,"A big, vital, 100% Cabernet from a mountain known for cellar-worthy reds. Strikes you right away with sheer deliciousness, offering potent blackberry, cherry, violet and chocolate flavors that are enhanced with sweetly smoked oak. Yet it has the tannic structure and inherent balance to improve in the bottle over the next 6-10 years.",Post Vineyard,80,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2007 Post Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2007-post-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Von Strasser 14.5,Red,US,"This is the best California Tempranillo I have ever reviewed. Grown on the estate vineyard southeast of Napa that might have its own appellation someday, it's as silky and light as a Pinot Noir, and marked by the dryness and acidity you want in a Temp. Shows savory cherry, cola, tobacco, leather and spice flavors. But beyond that, there's a complexity and structure that bring a welcome dimension to the variety. One hundred percent new French oak is not out of place. Very elegant and compelling.",,53,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2008 Tempranillo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2008-tempranillo-napa-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Jarvis ,White,France,"Beautiful wine, with all the power of this great appellation allied to a sense of style and elegance. The texture is rich, packed with lemon and yellow fruits, and, at the same time, a finely judged layer of wood. The potential for aging is considerable.",Domaine du Pavillon,,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Albert Bichot 2008 Domaine du Pavillon (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-domaine-pavillon-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2008,Albert Bichot ,Red,US,"The first reserve from this winery, this is the most structured, dense and tightly layered Mark Ryan wine to date. It has the density and compact structure of Quilceda Creek, with perhaps just a shade less concentration. Aromatically complex, you can pick out early details of seed, coffee, pepper, chocolate and tobacco around the dense cassis, plum and cherry fruit. But this wine is truly a baby, and should not be touched for a decade or more.",Lonely Heart,75,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2007 Lonely Heart Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2007-lonely-heart-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mark Ryan ,White,France,"A flinty, mineral-charactered wine, with smoke and toast flavors dominant at this stage. The power and richness are there in the background, while the white fruits fit behind the structure. It's obviously for the long haul, a powerful, tight wine.",Les Demoiselles,275,95,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Les Demoiselles (Chevalier-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-demoiselles-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour ,White,France,"Very mineral in character, from this most structured of Meursault vineyards, this is a firm wine, tense in style, with great freshness. It is taut, a wine treading a high wire between richness and fine structure. For aging.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,,95,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2007 Les Perrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2007-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 15,Red,Portugal,"One of the finest wines from the Douro, a powerful statement from 100-year-old vines. It has dense black fruits, tempered with an elegant style, the acidity giving a fresh edge to the concentration, spice and layers of wood. Age for 7–8 years and more.",Vinha Maria Teresa,125,95,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2007 Vinha Maria Teresa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2007-vinha-maria-teresa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Crasto ,White,France,"The potential here is enormous. This is a great wine, powerful and densely textured, at this stage packed with a steely character, but just waiting to unleash its beautifully defined fruit, to break out of the tight structure. Give it at least six years.",,385,95,Burgundy,Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour ,White,France,"An opulent, weighty wine, packed with lemon fruits, wood caramel sweetness and a delicious tasty character. It is lip-smacking in its ripeness and freshness, the final flavor bringing together acidity and a creamy texture.",Le Cailleret Premier Cru,75,95,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 2008 Le Cailleret Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-bouzereau-2008-le-cailleret-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 13,White,France,"In the tight mineral side of Chablis, a wine with a terrific density of texture. The flavors are in the lemon grass, citrus line, a pure shaft of steel going through the fruit. Taut, tense, very vivid.",Les Preuses Grand Cru,74,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Les Preuses Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-preuses-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre 12.5,White,France,"Tight and steely in character, a serious wine that is all tight, mineral structure. It has great potential, its texture dominated by citrus and green apple elements. Age for at least five years.",Les Clos Grand Cru,85,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre ,White,France,"Louis Latour has one of the largest landholdings in this famed vineyard and makes a classic, powerful Corton Charlemagne. The acidity of 2008 gives this wine even greater complexity and a purity of line to go with the power and density. Certainly for aging.",,115,95,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Louis Latour 2008 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 14.8,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this wine defines the cult style of immediate softness and deliciousness. Aged in 100% new oak, it adds a layer of caramelized vanilla to the ultra rich blackberry, black cherry, red currant, chocolate, anise and exotic Indian spice flavors. Superb now, and should develop over the next six years.",Lake William,105,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2006 Lake William Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2006-lake-william-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Jarvis 14.6,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot, showing the depth of fruit and structural balance this fine vineyard is famous for. It's a low-yield wine, aged in 50% new French oak that adds a rich, smoky vanilla coat to the raspberry and cherry jam, spice and mineral flavors. No stems were included in the fermentation, which accounts for the silky transparency. This compelling Pinot changes with every scent and sip. now–2013.",Julia's Vineyard,54,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foxen 15.1,Red,US,"Made in the modern style, this Cabernet-based Bordeaux-style blend was aged in mostly new French oak for 20 months, so it shows plenty of toasty, oaky notes. It's softly delicious, with tiers of raspberry, cherry, red currant, milk chocolate, violet and dried herb flavors, wrapped into the smoothest possible tannins. An extraordinarily beautiful wine for drinking now and the next 4–5 years.",Estate,90,95,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2007 Estate Red (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2007-estate-red-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Chalk Hill ,Red,Portugal,"This is the most recent release of Reserva Especial, a wine made in exceptional years that are not quite exceptional enough for the legendary Barca Velha. It is rich, tarry, a supreme wine, now maturing with secondary dried fruit, spice and brooding tannins. It could go for many more years.",Reserva Especial,100,95,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 2001 Reserva Especial Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-2001-reserva-especial-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2001,Casa Ferreirinha 14.3,Red,US,"It's huge in extract, in the form of massively infused blackberries and black currants, cherry liqueur and sweet, smoky cedar wood from 100% new oak, with perfectly ripened tannins and a deft touch of acidity. Defines the voluptuous, Napa cult style. Should age for many years, although it's soft and delicious enough to drink now.",Reserve,125,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Jarvis ,Red,US,"The purity is astonishing—a ringing bell of vivid, racy blueberry, blackberry and black cherry fruit. The 100% new French oak is completely absorbed into the wine, its flavors unobtrusive. The essence of the vineyard and the grape, this is a must-taste for lovers of Cabernet Sauvignon and Red Mountain. Sleek, tight, extremely youthful but polished and dense.",Collaboration Series Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve,75,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Grand Rêve 2007 Collaboration Series Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grand-reve-2007-collaboration-series-ciel-cheval-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Grand Rêve 14.5,Red,US,"Duckhorn set out to make a dazzler, and succeeded. A Bordeaux blend based mainly on Cabernet Sauvignon, it has too many flavors to list, but blackberries, dark chocolate, orange peel, red licorice, bacon and dusty Indian spices surely top the list, wrapped into soft but super fine tannins. Really a first-rate wine that earns a place in the Napa pantheon. Now–2015, in a good cellar.",The Discussion,115,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2006 The Discussion Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2006-discussion-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Duckhorn 12.5,White,France,"A great waft of ripe fruits, wood spice and tense acidity. A Valmur is a model for great Chablis, a taut wine, like a spring of green fruits waiting to burst out. This impressive wine needs aging, give it at least five years.",Valmur Grand Cru,83,96,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Valmur Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-valmur-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre 14.1,Red,US,"Easily the greatest Dominus in memory. Comes down on the drier, lower alcohol and less ripe side than many Cabs in its league, yet lacks for nothing in complexity and sheer deliciousness. Tantalizes with blackberry tart, cherry, carob bean and a Pinot Noir-esque cola-rhubarb richness that retreats behind rich tannins and an earthiness suggesting sweet blond tobacco and dried sage. Clearly ageable, it will develop bottle complexity over the next 12 years, at least. It's 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, with a few drops of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.",Red Wine,129,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2007 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2007-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Dominus 14.2,Red,US,"Napa Bordeaux-style wines don't get much richer than this. It is, extraordinary, in large part due to the perfect vintage. So rich, so ripe in fruit, and yet so brilliantly balanced in tannins and acidity. Really world-class. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Malbec, it offers dazzlingly complex waves of blackberry and black currant fruit, with suggestions of cocoa, spice and cedar. Drink now–2021.",Reserve,125,97,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2007 Reserve Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2007-reserve-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Von Strasser 13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells like Kool-aid and pine needles, with some sweat thrown in. The palate follows suit, showing a choppy, scratchy mouthfeel and flavors of tart red fruits and funk. Is that fish I smell? This wine proves that not all Malbecs are wonderful.",,12,80,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2008 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2008-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Calcu 13,White,Chile,"Dull pear and papaya aromas are not very Sauvignon-like, and the mouth is both flat and spritzy, creating a “go figure” type of reaction. Flavors of banana and papaya are weak and bitter. Frankly, this just isn't good SB.",Casa,11,80,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Casa Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-casa-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lapostolle 14.9,Red,US,"There's a raisiny, pruny, sugary taste to this wine, and while the official alcohol reading is 14.9%, it tastes hotter than that.",Estate,24,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2007 Estate Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Clautiere 14.5,Red,Chile,"Sharp and smells of juniper, cactus and other angular, not-too-fruity elements. The palate is thin and clacky, with herbal, short, red-berry flavors.",Tributo Edicion Limitada,,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2008 Tributo Edicion Limitada Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2008-tributo-edicion-limitada-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Caliterra 13.5,Red,Chile,"Soupy and herbal smelling, which is what naysayers claim is Carmenère's scarlet letter. A little horsey, as well. In the mouth, it's loose and wet but not well structured, and the flavors are herbal, murky and foxy. Casa Silva claims to be the king of Carmenère but this wine leaves me unimpressed.",Reserva,12,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2008-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Casa Silva 13.5,Red,Chile,"High-toned, with artificial qualities of air freshener, perfume and candied fruit. The palate has a clacky feel, tannic bite and not a whole lot of flavor for Shiraz and Carmenère other than rudimentary berry and cherry. Finishes herbal as well.",Shiraz - Carmenère,12,81,Central Valley,,,Asunto de Vino 2008 Shiraz - Carmenère Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asunto-vino-2008-shiraz-carmenere-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Asunto de Vino 13.5,Red,Chile,"Hot, herbal and just not convincing. The palate is dilute and offers no midlevel, and the flavors are a strange mix of citrusy fruit and herbal weediness. Crisp and lean on the finish, and not bringing much to the table as a whole.",,12,81,Central Valley,,,Asunto de Vino 2008 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asunto-vino-2008-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2008,Asunto de Vino 13.5,Red,US,"A hard, tough, astringent Cabernet that almost hurts the mouth. It's acidic and dry.",,7,81,California,California Other,California,Glass Mountain 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glass-mountain-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Glass Mountain ,White,US,"Yeasty and beery, this young Roussanne also carries a strong impression of residual sugar. Add alcoholic burn to the mix and the combination does not work; it's a wine at war with itself.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,18,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Martinez & Martinez 2009 Alder Ridge Vineyard Roussanne (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-martinez-2009-alder-ridge-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Roussanne,2009,Martinez & Martinez 12,White,Lebanon,"This dry, medium-bodied blend of Ugni Blanc and Clairette from Lebanon is grassy and feline on the nose with lots of tinned asparagus and pea flavors on the palate. Apple and pear notes linger in the background, but overall, the vegetal nature of this wine dominates.",,12,81,Bekaa Valley,,,Le Fleuron NV White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-fleuron-nv-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,,Le Fleuron 12,White,Bulgaria,"The nose on this Bulgarian Chardonnay might be promising with scents of dill, coconut, fresh apples and herbs. The palate, however, is jagged and disjointed with enamel-eroding acidity combined with flavors of vanilla, leafy stalks and sour green plums. The finish drops suddenly and ends on a smoky, dusty note.",,9,81,Bulgaria,,,Targovishte 2009 Chardonnay (Bulgaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/targovishte-2009-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2009,Targovishte 13,White,US,"Sugary sweet, soft and simple, like apricot and peach juice.",,7,81,California,California Other,California,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-harvest-by-rh-phillips-nv-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips 13.5,White,Chile,"If you're buying Crucero 2009 Chardonnay, stick with the Best Buy regular bottling; this Reserva is overoaked, high on acid and doesn't really come together that well. The bouquet is all resin and toast, while the high-acid palate is searing and sour, with tart lemon flavors.",Crucero Reserva,13,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2009 Crucero Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2009-crucero-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Siegel ,Red,US,"This Zinfandel tastes barely ripe; there is little or no fruit flavor, just a leafy, light, generic wine that quickly disappears from the palate.",Proprietor's Limited Release,30,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mount Baker 2008 Proprietor's Limited Release Zinfandel (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2008-proprietors-limited-release-zinfandel-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Zinfandel,2008,Mount Baker 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes harshly acidic and dry, lacking richness, with overripe raisin flavors.",,19,82,California,California Other,California,Zinopolis 2009 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zinopolis-2009-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Zinopolis 13.5,White,US,"Simple and clean, with sweet and sour orange and pineapple flavors. An inexpensive everyday wine to have by the glass with Chinese food.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Château Julien 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Château Julien 14,Red,Chile,"Disappointing considering how much I've liked this wine in the past. But the '08 is funky and very much from the old school of Carmenère, meaning it's dull-edged, thick, herbal and overly earthy on the nose and palate. Just too heavy, roasted and peppery for my liking. With 7% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Envero Gran Reserva,15,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2008 Envero Gran Reserva Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2008-envero-gran-reserva-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Apaltagua 14.6,Red,US,"Tough and leathery. Shows briary blackberry and cherry fruit and oak flavors, with a bitter, sharp finish. Okay for everyday purposes.",,23,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Longevity 2008 Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longevity-2008-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2008,Longevity 13.5,White,US,"Thin and watery. Not much citrus fruit left, and it's fading fast. On the plus side, the wine is dry, crisp and clean.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Glass Mountain 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glass-mountain-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Glass Mountain 13.5,White,US,"A simple Chardonnay that tastes like a pineapple, peach and mango fruit juice blend. It's sugary sweet.",,11,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chalone Vineyard 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Chalone Vineyard ,White,US,"Barrel fermented, 20% of it new French oak, this is a bright lemon yellow, with scents of wood and toast. There's a slim streak of something else in the aromas that seems not quite right, a little fishy smell. The wine does not come together in the mouth; it's a jumble of round stone fruits, cardboard and a slightly rancid finish.",,21,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Patterson 13.5,Red,Chile,"Cherry-berry aromas mix with a hint of vinegar and cleanser to create a sketchy, foreboding bouquet. The wine is a little blocky in the mouth, with both weedy-herbal and plum-berry flavors. Finishes with tolerable but noticeable bitterness and burn.",,8,82,Lontué Valley,,,Sun Valley 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sun-valley-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sun Valley 12,White,Bulgaria,"Though pleasant aromatically with lots of freshly cut grass and gooseberry notes, this full-bodied, dry Bulgarian Sauvignon Blanc has a dense, clunky mouthfeel and a bracingly high acidity. There's some decent lemon and grapefruit flavors, but plenty of tinned green asparagus as well.",,9,82,Bulgaria,,,Targovishte 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Bulgaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/targovishte-2009-sauvignon-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Targovishte 12,Rose,Lebanon,"A blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah, this salmon-colored rosé from Lebanon is dominated both on the nose and palate by a green, herbaceous oak character. It's a dry, medium-bodied wine with faint and dusty strawberry and raspberry flavors in the backdrop, but overall, a disjointed, clumsy sip.",Rosé d'Une Nuit,15,82,Bekaa Valley,,,Heritage 2008 Rosé d'Une Nuit Rosé (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-2008-rose-dune-nuit-bekaa-valley/,Rosé,2008,Heritage ,Red,US,"Petit Verdot is not an easy grape; here it turns volatile, the grapes pruney, and the finish tannic and short.",Proprietor's Limited Release,20,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker 2007 Proprietor's Limited Release Petit Verdot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2007-proprietors-limited-release-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Petit Verdot,2007,Mount Baker 13,White,US,"Made in the popular style, with sweetened vanilla cream and orange butterscotch flavors.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Fetzer 11,White,Romania,"There's a vegetal, tinned nature to this late harvest Riesling from Romania that dominates both the nose and the palate. Honeyed apple and pear flavors peek through the off-dry palate, but overall, it's a disjointed, tired wine with bracingly high acidity.",Late Harvest,9,82,Dealurile Munteniei,,,Dreamer 2008 Late Harvest Riesling (Dealurile Munteniei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreamer-2008-late-harvest-riesling-dealurile-munteniei/,Riesling,2008,Dreamer 15,Red,US,"Soft and sweet in Porty cherry, chocolate and raisin flavors, with a burn from high alcohol.",Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard,30,82,California,California Other,California,Sineann 2008 Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-sugarloaf-mountain-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Sineann 13,Rose,Georgia,"Salmon pink with a tinge of copper, this Georgian rosé made from the Saperavi grape wafts of syrupy strawberry jam and tinned tomato juice. There's some berry notes, but overall, flavors of tomato and dried herbs dominate the palate.",Marani Saperavi,10,82,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2008 Marani Saperavi Rosé (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2008-marani-saperavi-rose-kakheti/,Rosé,2008,Telavi 13.5,White,US,"Sugary sweet and simple, with fruit juice flavors of pineapples, mangoes, oranges and peaches. Gets the basic Chardonnay job done.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Wily Jack 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wily-jack-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Wily Jack 14.5,Red,Chile,"Odd and unfamiliar, like most wines from Indomita. The nose is off the grid and grainy, while the palate is flat, heavy and tastes of herbal, sweet, vegetal berry fruits. Candied on the finish and unconvincing.",Reserva,15,82,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Indomita 13.5,White,US,"Simple, with jammy pineapple, mango and vanilla cream flavors that finish sugary sweet.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey-San Luis Obispo-Santa Barbara,Jade Mountain 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey-San Luis Obispo-Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-san-luis-obispo-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2008,Jade Mountain 12.5,Rose,Romania,"Rose pink with a perfumed, confected aroma of strawberry jam and Love's Baby Soft perfume, this semisweet late harvest Merlot rosé from Romania is sugary and syrupy.",Late Harvest Merlot,9,82,Dealurile Munteniei,,,Dreamer 2009 Late Harvest Merlot Rosé (Dealurile Munteniei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreamer-2009-late-harvest-merlot-rose-dealurile-munteniei/,Rosé,2009,Dreamer 13.5,White,US,"Simple and sweet, like a mango, pineapple and peach fruit juice blend. Not much going on, but will appeal to lots of Chard lovers at this price. Production was half a million cases.",Vintner's Collection,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2008 Vintner's Collection Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2008-vintners-collection-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Sterling 14.5,Red,Chile,"Quite charred and hard, which is something I can't remember in tasting VM's wines for the past decade. It's also plummy and thick, with a flat palate that doesn't register on the mouthfeel meter. Flavors of black fruits are lemony from the oak and generic, while the finish is round and basic.",Secreto,14,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Secreto Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-secreto-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Viu Manent 14,Red,Chile,"Warm, earthy and stewed smelling, but then sharp and tangy and acidic in the mouth. Red fruits are dominant, but there's a persistent scour to the wine that doesn't allow it to get to the next level of quality or ripeness.",Crucero Reserva,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2007 Crucero Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2007-crucero-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2007,Siegel 14,Red,US,"Simple, soft and a little dull, with red licorice, cherry pie and bacon flavors. The taste is fine, but the wine needs better structure.",,15,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sera Fina 2008 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sera-fina-2008-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Sera Fina 12,Red,Romania,"Dense and syrupy like black cherry juice, this semisweet Romanian Pinot Noir is not a wine with much finesse, but if you're looking for a sugary red wine low in tannins and acidity, this is right up your alley.",Selected Harvest,10,83,Dealurile Munteniei,,,Dreamer 2007 Selected Harvest Pinot Noir (Dealurile Munteniei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreamer-2007-selected-harvest-pinot-noir-dealurile-munteniei/,Pinot Noir,2007,Dreamer 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Biting acidity, tight with a tart edge, give this wine a seriously crisp character. It is all sharp edges, with grapefruit intensity and a final almond character.",Brut,15,83,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de Vaugondy NV Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vaugondy-nv-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,,Domaine de Vaugondy 14.5,Red,Chile,"Aggressive early on, with foxy, briary aromas of turned earth, olive, rhubarb and green tobacco. The palate is fleshy, soft and welcoming, but the flavors are a sketchy amalgam of bramble, leather and herbal raspberry. Mouthfeel is the best part.",Gran Reserva,19,83,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2008 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tarapaca-2008-gran-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Viña Tarapacá ,White,US,"Short and sharp, this “Proprietor's Limited Release” is simply a plain, generic style, with a bitter finish.",Proprietor's Limited Release,17,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker 2008 Proprietor's Limited Release Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2008-proprietors-limited-release-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,Mount Baker 13.2,Red,US,"Simple and jammy, with raspberry and cherry flavors. It's a totally dry wine, with a fresh cut of acidity.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mirassou 13.5,Red,Chile,"A cool-climate CS with briar and sharpness from the get-go. There's also herbal red fruit aromas the precede a pointed palate of cherry, raspberry and acidity. Pretty good flavors but hardly any softness, texture or finesse. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",,13,83,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tamaya 14.1,Red,US,"With hard tannins and a jagged mouthfeel, this Merlot tastes fairly simple in cherry and cola flavors, accented with sweet oak. Drink now.",,29,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rangeland 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rangeland-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Rangeland 14.1,Red,US,"This blend of many varieties is full-bodied, dry and tannic. It's the sort of red wine to drink with barbecue and not worry about analyzing.",Lot No. 3 Field Blend,15,83,California,California Other,California,R Collection 2007 Lot No. 3 Field Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-collection-2007-lot-no-3-field-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,R Collection 13.5,Red,Chile,"The bouquet suggests burnt rubber, compost and briar patch along with basic raspberry/cherry. The palate has a mild creaminess to it and herbal, lightly stemmy flavors of raspberry and rhubarb. Finishes tart, with herbs and vanilla.",,10,83,Central Valley,,,Sassy Bitch 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassy-bitch-2008-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sassy Bitch 13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells a little too much like nail polish and cherry candy, while the acidic palate has a wiry mouthfeel and herbal, brambly red fruit flavors. Finishes herbal, with some carob. A snappy, simple-at-best wine.",,9,83,Central Valley,,,Espiritu de Chile 2008 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-chile-2008-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Espiritu de Chile ,Red,US,"Thin, tannic, and chewy, this includes 21% Merlot in the blend and spent 22 months in barrel. A hard, unyielding wine, with marginal ripeness.",,25,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cave B 13.5,White,Chile,"Sulfur and matchstick on the nose is offputting, while what remains suggests oily green fruits. The palate is sharp and acidic, with green fruit flavors and a sharpness that suggests salad with vinaigrette. Doesn't click, really.",Crucero Reserva,13,83,Curicó Valley,,,Siegel 2009 Crucero Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2009-crucero-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Siegel 14.7,White,US,"Pretty good, although it's drying out. The pineapple and pear flavors are disappearing, replaced by herbs and vegetables. Drink quickly.",,10,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Red Rover 2007 Chardonnay (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rover-2007-chardonnay-sierra-foothills/,Chardonnay,2007,Red Rover 14.5,White,Chile,Not much in the way of aromas except for flatness and apple juice. This wine is a cipher for the most part; it has flat apple and lemon flavors and then a maderized finish that is wheaty and suggests vanilla. Not fully vital; could already be past its prime.,Reserva de Familia,20,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva de Familia Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-de-familia-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Santa Carolina 13.5,White,US,"Barely ripe, with green citrus and feline spray aromas and flavors. On the plus side is extreme dryness and crisp acidity. You'll either love or hate this wine.",,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Starmont 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starmont-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Starmont ,White,US,"There is noticeable residual sugar, giving the wine a sweet, honeyed flavor. Along with that you'll find some citrusy fruit, with a bitter edge.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,18,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Martinez & Martinez 2009 Alder Ridge Vineyard Viognier (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-martinez-2009-alder-ridge-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Viognier,2009,Martinez & Martinez 12,Rose,Chile,"Pink and light, with a sharp nose that's sweaty and sour. The palate is quite strong in acidity, so there's razor-like sharpness and spiky flavors of grapefruit and early season red plums. Overly zesty and tart; made from Malbec, Syrah and Petit Verdot.",,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2010 Rosé (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2010-rose-colchagua-valley/,Rosé,2010,Calcu ,Red,US,"A broadly fruity mélange of red grapes, moderately tart and pleasant enough as a simple pizza and pasta red. At the listed 14.4% alcohol, you might hope for a bit more concentration.",Bombshell Red,16,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Bombshell Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-bombshell-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Airfield Estates 13.8,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with candied raspberry, cherry and spice flavors. Okay for drinking at big parties.",,11,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2007 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2007-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Castle Rock 12.8,Red,Bulgaria,"Although pleasant aromatically with notes of toasted oak, dark cherries and black pepper spice, the dark cherry flavors of this Bulgarian Merlot are overpowered by gripping wood and grape tannins and an aggressive, sour acidity. Overall, it's choppy and disjointed, but the earthy, fruity finish isn't bad.",Veni Vidi Vici,8,83,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2008 Veni Vidi Vici Merlot (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2008-veni-vidi-vici-merlot-thracian-valley/,Merlot,2008,Vini 14.5,Red,Chile,"Mild vinegar and full-fledged herbal aromas are typical of traditional Chilean Merlot, and while the palate is solid, it's also scratchy, with tart raspberry and semiweedy flavors. Finishes with burnt brown sugar, herbal flavors and grating acidity.",La Palma Reserva,10,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2008 La Palma Reserva Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2008-palma-reserva-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2008,Viña La Rosa 14.7,Red,US,"A fairly coarse wine, thin in texture and tart, with unbalanced green peppercorn, mint, berry and cola flavors. Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Counoise.",,35,83,California,California Other,California,Four Brix 2008 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-brix-2008-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Four Brix 13.9,White,US,"Simple and sugary sweet, with peach, pineapple and mango flavors that taste like a supermarket fruit juice. It's okay for an everyday Chard.",Paragon,12,83,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Edna Valley Vineyard 2008 Paragon Chardonnay (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2008-paragon-chardonnay-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Edna Valley Vineyard ,Red,US,"This “Barrel Select” Syrah has been ripened to pruneyness, yet remains short, hot and simple. It could be any red grape left to hang late and fermented at (perhaps) high temperatures.",Barrel Select,14,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker 2007 Barrel Select Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2007-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Mount Baker 12,Sparkling,France,"Full and fat mousse over peachy fruit, acidity and an earthy character. This sparkling wine from Provence finishes with some crushed strawberry sweetness.",Le Grand Cros Rosé,17,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Domaine du Grand Cros NV Le Grand Cros Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-cros-nv-le-rose-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine du Grand Cros 14,Red,Chile,"The combo of Carmenère and Syrah isn't working in full harmony here. The wine is a heavy load of black fruit, fatty weight and weedy sweetness. It tastes herbal and candied, with a soft, bulky feel. Also a little bit stewed.",Reserva,15,83,Elqui Valley,,,Chono 2007 Reserva Carmenère-Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2007-reserva-red-blend-carmenere-syrah-elqui-valley/,Carmenère-Syrah,2007,Chono 15.5,Red,US,"Too sweet, with a sugary, dessert wine taste to the briary berries. Otherwise, it's a clean Zinfandel, with good acidity and tannins.",,27,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Ben Hogan 13,Red,US,"Minty sharp, like a peppermint sour candy, with raspberry jam flavors. Although the wine is nice and dry, it's pretty simple.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Mirassou 14,White,Romania,"Green and herbaceous on the nose, this full-bodied, dry Chardonnay from Romania suffers from bracingly high acidity levels, but has pleasant flavors of lemon, stones and a hint of almonds. The finish is short and drops suddenly on a sour, green note.",,15,83,Recas,,,Sole 2009 Chardonnay (Recas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sole-2009-chardonnay-recas/,Chardonnay,2009,Sole 13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out with grassy, gamy aromas that are not up to what I've tasted from Viu Manent. This wine is bulky but also clumsy and regular at best. It has a simple, grassy set of generic berry flavors followed by a heavy finish. Granted, it's $9, so with tempered expectations it's not a deceiver.",Estate Collection,9,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Estate Collection Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-estate-collection-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Viu Manent ,Rose,US,"Like a white Zinfandel, this is a sweet, sugary, raspberry- and strawberry-flavored wine for chilling and sipping.",Cabernet Blanca Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Martinez & Martinez 2009 Cabernet Blanca Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-martinez-2009-cabernet-blanca-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Rosé,2009,Martinez & Martinez 12.9,White,US,"Good citrus, lemongrass and green apple flavors in this wine, but it's rather sugary, with a fruit juice simplicity. Yet the price is right, if you don't mind a slightly sweet white wine.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bogle ,Red,US,"Light and herbal, this blend of Malbec, Syrah and Merlot fails to evoke much flavor or charm. It's thin and simple.",,32,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Cave B 13.5,Red,US,"Raw in acids, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. Defines the simple, high-production style of Pinot Noir in California. 50,000 cases.",California Cuvée,11,83,California,California Other,California,Castle Rock 2009 California Cuvée Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-california-cuvee-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Soapy, foaming and very fragrant on the nose, this luminous Moscato d'Asti delivers aromas of wild flower, dried herbs and even a touch of dill. Luscious sweet nuances wash clean over the palate.",,15,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Vino dei Fratelli 2008 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-fratelli-2008-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2008,Vino dei Fratelli 12.5,White,Bulgaria,"The nose on this Bulgarian Sauvignon Blanc opens with white flowers and honey, but devolves rapidly to scents of musk and feline spray. Dry, with brisk acidity, there's some refreshing lemon zest and melon rind flavors on the palate. The viscosity of this medium-bodied wine is pleasant, but the finish ends on a dusty note.",Veni Vidi Vici,8,84,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2009 Veni Vidi Vici Sauvignon Blanc (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2009-veni-vidi-vici-sauvignon-blanc-thracian-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Vini 13,White,Chile,"Early aromas of apple and pear show no oak, but with time more pungent notes of juniper and herbs enter the fray. Juicy in the mouth, with no weight issues, but modest in its delivery of true Chardonnay character. Clean white wine but it doesn't taste like much.",,9,84,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2009 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2009-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,San Elias 13.9,White,US,"Shows natural Chardonnay flavors of citrus, pear and apricot, uninfluenced by oak, with citrusy acidity. Not much else going on, but it's dry, and the price isn't bad.",Unoaked,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Toad Hollow 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Toad Hollow 13,White,Romania,"Warm, toasty aromas with notes of coconut and dill, along with some honey and applesauce are pleasant on this dry Chardonnay from Romania. Unfortunately, the raw, aggressive acidity makes this wine lack balance and harmony, interfering with flavors of fresh apples, lemon and cream.",,10,84,Dealu Mare,,,Terra Romana 2009 Chardonnay (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-romana-2009-chardonnay-dealu-mare/,Chardonnay,2009,Terra Romana 14.3,White,US,"Very dry, tart in acidity and a little thin in flavor, with modest citrus, grass and gooseberry flavors. Not showing much, but it's super clean and zesty, a nice cocktail sipper.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,St. Clement 14.2,Red,US,"Hits the mouth with a disagreeable sharpness that accentuates the tannins, making it harder to appreciate the cherry, blackberry and currant flavors. The fruit and oak are fine, but the texture needs fine tuning.",,32,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Rodrigue Molyneaux 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodrigue-molyneaux-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Rodrigue Molyneaux ,Red,Italy,"Meaty tones of beef broth and smoked bacon are folded within darker tones of black cherry and currant. You'll also get a touch of wet earth and black truffle. Thanks to its bigger concentration, the wine is slight chewy and succulent in addition to being firmly tannic.",Riserva,,84,Piedmont,Roero,,Pace 2006 Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pace-2006-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pace ,Red,Italy,"A touch of apple skin and orange zest opens this light, garnet-colored Riserva Roero. You'll also get tar, licorice and spice. The wine shows characteristic Nebbiolo astringency in the mouth.",Renesio Riserva,,84,Piedmont,Roero,,Malvirà 2006 Renesio Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malvira-2006-renesio-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Malvirà 14.1,White,US,"Made in the modern style of extreme ripeness, malolactic fermentation and French oak. Shows strong, almost overpowering flavors of tropical fruits, buttered popcorn and vanilla cream that are almost as sweet as a dessert wine. Needs far greater control for this price.",,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Fleming Jenkins 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Fleming Jenkins ,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco opens with an awkward aroma of bruised apple skin followed by cola, lemon zest and spice. From an aromatic point of view, the wine makes a direct and immediate impact and in the mouth, it imparts gritty, earthy- tasting tannins.",,,84,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Feyles 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feyles-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Feyles ,Red,Italy,"There's a bitter aroma here of red apple skin and apricot fruit followed by citrus blossom, ash and licorice. Pair this tart Roero with butter pastry stuffed with cheese and cubed ham.",Sergentin,,84,Piedmont,Roero,,Fabrizio Battaglino 2007 Sergentin (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabrizio-battaglino-2007-sergentin-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fabrizio Battaglino 13.5,White,US,"This is a good, simple, everyday Chardonnay. It has crisp acidity and is dry, and the apricot, orange and pineapple flavors are a little sweet.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Château Julien ,White,US,"Barrel fermented, with light flavors of peaches and cream, and a watery mouthfeel that does not quite come together.",,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Cave B ,Red,US,"This is 60% Sangiovese, the rest a mix of Bordeaux grapes. Airfield Estates produces a wide variety of mixed red blends, each centered upon a particular grape. But here, as with the others, the dominant grape's varietal character is subsumed in a wash of mixed reds, and the results tend to seem generic. Pleasant, quaffable, but without varietal distinction.",Spitfire Red,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Spitfire Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-spitfire-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Airfield Estates 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and jammy in blackberries and cherries, with a sweet oak edge. A good, everyday Cabernet to drink now.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Huntington 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Huntington 14.1,White,US,"Tastes thin and metallic, with minerally lemon and lime citrus flavors. Partial barrel fermentation adds some creamy richness, but this is still a fairly lean Chardonnay.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bluenose 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bluenose-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Bluenose 12.8,Sparkling,US,"A little sweet and rough around the edges, with the flavors of raspberry and cherry brioche. The blend is 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir, and this is Schramsberg's second label.",Brut,23,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Mirabelle NV Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabelle-nv-brut-sparkling-north-coast-121147/,Sparkling Blend,,Mirabelle ,Red,US,"This is essentially Tempranillo, with small amounts of Grenache and Syrah added; it is light and scented with sweet cracker. Fruit flavors favor cherry candy, with a leathery, tackroom undertone. The tannins are leathery and stick to the tongue, dampening the fruit.",Hellcat Red,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Hellcat Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-hellcat-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Airfield Estates 12.5,Rose,Austria,"Fresh, strawberry-flavored wine—a bright, crisp, dry rosé, finishing with light acidity.",Kalmuck Pink,17,84,Niederösterreich,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2009 Kalmuck Pink Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2009-kalmuck-pink-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Gritsch Mauritiushof 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, slightly sweet and fruity, with raspberry jam, chocolate and pepper spice flavors. A country wine with a simple structure.",Rolleri Cuvée,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Hovey 2008 Rolleri Cuvée Tempranillo (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2008-rolleri-cuvee-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Tempranillo,2008,Hovey 14.3,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with a silky texture and pleasant cherry, cola and rhubarb flavors. But there's an unpleasant cut of acidity that slices through the palate, leaving behind a green, stalky aftertaste.",Sonoma Cuvée,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rutz 2008 Sonoma Cuvée Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2008-sonoma-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rutz 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sharp and jangled on the nose, with a strong “varietal” aroma package of olive, herbs and stem. The palate is forward and less thick than the winery's reserva from 2009, while the flavors are lean and a little green, with finishing acidic bite. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",,13,84,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Carmenère (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-carmenere-limari-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Tamaya 14.9,Rose,US,"Simple and fruity, a sharply acidic, dry wine with forward cherry, raspberry and green mint flavors. Drink now.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,St. Clement 14.6,White,US,"Made with some Grenache Blanc, this is a rather sweet, oaky wine with jammy pineapple, apricot and buttered popcorn flavors.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2007 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2007-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2007,Silver ,Red,US,"It's hard to distinguish much in the way of varietal character here, other than the higher acidity and hints of tobacco leaf. Otherwise, it's a thin, generic red wine.",,28,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Cave B 13,White,US,"If this blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Gewürztraminer were drier, it would earn a much higher score. It's clean and crisp in acidity, and very rich in tropical fruit, flower and spice flavors. But it's just too sweet in the finish, almost like a dessert wine.",,10,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Long Gamma 2009 White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-gamma-2009-white-sonoma-county/,White Blend,2009,Long Gamma 14,White,US,"Ripe tropical fruit and oak dominate this overly sweet Chardonnay. It's very rich in pineapple tart, golden mango, buttered toast and crème brûlée flavors, but lacks dry balance. Tastes like there's a lot of white sugar in there.",Vanumanutagi Vineyard,32,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fernwood 2008 Vanumanutagi Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernwood-2008-vanumanutagi-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Fernwood 12.5,Red,Chile,"Neutral black fruit and herbal, leathery aromas are generic, while the palate is fleshy but short on flavor, with dried black fruit notes and a spot of herbal olive. Lighter-framed for the grape type, and simple in its overall approach.",,12,84,Maule Valley,,,Las Lomas 2008 Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-lomas-2008-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Las Lomas 14.1,White,Chile,"Toasty, oak-based spice and baked-apple aromas are sweet and woody, while the rest of the wine is resiny, with flavors of cinnamon, spiced applesauce and banana. Finishes with little fruit and a lot of faux oak flavor. Sticky as well.",Casa,13,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Casa Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-casa-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lapostolle 14.4,White,US,"Oaky-sweet and simple, with jammy pineapple, tropical fruit and honey flavors. The best thing is brisk acidity and a clean finish.",Appellation Series,15,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Healdsburg Ranches 2009 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2009-appellation-series-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Healdsburg Ranches 13.5,Red,US,"A good buy for its dryness and overall balance. You won't mistake it for a cult Cabernet, but the blackberry and currant flavors work.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Delicato 6,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a ruby red sparkler that should be served with desserts, especially creamy ones such as panna cotta with forest berries or creamy fruit pie. Aromas include raspberry and blueberry and the wine is simple and fresh on the close.",Nivasco,15,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2008 Nivasco Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2008-nivasco-italian-red-brachetto-piedmont/,Brachetto,2008,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 13,Red,US,"Here's a sweetly simple Merlot. It's juicy and jammy in ripe cherries and berries, with a spicy finish. Drink now with everyday fare.",,18,84,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Arrow Creek 13.5,Red,US,"Jammy and sweet in blackberries, cherries and blueberries, with a vanilla and caramel richness. A bit simple, but fans of fruity wines will like it.",,18,84,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Arrow Creek 13.5,Red,Chile,"Solid but earthy and damp on the nose. The palate is more lean, fresh and sharp than you might expect, while the flavor grouping of herbal fruit, coffee, mocha and leather is normal for the grape type. Toasty on the finish, with a touch of bite and tang.",Equilibrio Made With Organically Grown Grapes,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Aresti 2007 Equilibrio Made With Organically Grown Grapes Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2007-equilibrio-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Aresti 14,Red,Chile,"Oaky stuff, with sawdust, roasted fruit and dark, floral berry aromas. The palate is surprisingly high in acidity and choppy, but lumbering oak adds some heft to the berry fruit and cola flavors that lead the charge. A bit smacking and medicinal, and herbal to boot.",Gran Reserva,17,84,Maipo Valley,,,Vistamar 2006 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2006-gran-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2006,Vistamar 11.5,White,Italy,"Here's an easy white wine with crisp citrus and mineral tones backed by a clean, pristine feel. The wine doesn't offer much heft or thickness, and for this reason it is best paired with light foods or salads.",Cantina Tre Serre,11,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2008 Cantina Tre Serre Cortese (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2008-cantina-tre-serre-italian-white-cortese-piedmont/,Cortese,2008,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 14,Red,Chile,"Citric on the nose, with cherry and bland earthy notes. The palate has an inoffensive feel and sweet flavors of black cherry and vanilla. That sweetness carries onto the finish, which is also candied. Generally decent but highly regular.",Winemaker's Selection,16,84,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2007 Winemaker's Selection Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2007-winemakers-selection-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Viña el Aromo 14.5,Red,Chile,"There's a lot of individuality to this wine, just not all good. The nose has cigar box and over-the-top sweet and baked aromas, yet the palate has a grating, acidic feel but also spice and raisiny flavors. All of it makes you more confused than confident; it has its good traits but seems out of whack.",Duette,20,84,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2008 Duette Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2008-duette-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2008,Indomita 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal, brambly aromas mix with dark berry, mocha and vanilla aromas, while the palate is creamy and soft, with herbal, almost vegetal flavors and not much defined fruit or clarity. Finishes as herbal as it starts, with coffee and green tobacco flavors.",Estate,12,84,Central Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Estate Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-estate-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Errazuriz ,Rose,US,"This rosé is done by the saignée method, bleeding off excess juice from the fermenting tanks. It's 48% Syrah and 52% Cabernet Franc, yielding a hard-edged yet buttery wine with lightly peppery, watermelon flavors. Not for everyone, but distinctive.",,15,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Patterson 2009 Rosé (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2009-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Patterson 14.2,Red,US,"Light in color and in body, like a Pinot Noir, this Mourvèdre has forward, rich flavors of cherries and orange zest, accented with sweet, toasty oak. It's simple and rather sweet, like melted pie filling.",Estate Vineyard,34,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,David Girard 2008 Estate Vineyard Mourvèdre (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2008-estate-vineyard-mourvedre-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Mourvèdre,2008,David Girard 15.4,Red,US,"Jammy sweet and spicy, like blackberry, cherry and raspberry pie filling. Could use more finesse, but it sure is rich. A blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Carnoustie,27,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Carnoustie Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-carnoustie-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,Ben Hogan 13,White,Chile,"Generic tropical fruit and melon aromas are basic but still largely fresh. The palate brings a zesty, acid-driven approach and flavors of lemon and sour orange. Finishes crisp but short on flavor; adequate but not offering a lot. Typical Central Valley SB.",,9,84,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,San Elias 13.5,White,Chile,"Lemony and a touch chemical, but for $8 it's more right than wrong. The flavors are citrusy and austere, much like white grapefruit and gooseberry. But the palate has some plumpness, and the finish, while pithy, is honest.",120,8,84,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2009 120 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2009-120-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Santa Rita 14.9,Red,US,"The hot climate in which the grapes were grown shows in this wine's extreme softness and jammy ripeness. It's almost sweet, like a cherry and raspberry pastry.",Reserve,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2007 Reserve Grenache (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2007-reserve-grenache-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Grenache,2007,Lava Cap 13.8,White,US,"Tastes off-dry, with a honeyed sweetness to the ripe peach and green apple fruit. Crisp acidity provides needed balance. If you like your Rieslings slightly sweet, it's for you.",McFadden Farm,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Dashe Cellars 2009 McFadden Farm Riesling (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2009-mcfadden-farm-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Riesling,2009,Dashe Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and very oaky, with vanilla and caramel aromas and flavors dominating. The raspberry and milk chocolate flavors are almost sweet. Seems pricey for what you get.",,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Still Waters 2007 Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/still-waters-2007-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2007,Still Waters 13.5,White,US,"Too sweet and oaky, with sugary vanilla and pineapple jam flavors. Could be a Starbucks drink. Saved a bit by crisp acidity.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Starmont 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starmont-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Starmont 13,White,Chile,"Nothing special but probably a better wine and better value than Crucero's Reserva SB. The nose offers matchstick and some hard minerality, while the palate is crisp and tangy but gives smooth edges and reasonably nice citrus and mineral flavors. Highly regular, even for a Central Valley Sauvignon Blanc.",Crucero,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,Siegel 2009 Crucero Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2009-crucero-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Siegel 12,White,Chile,"Grapefruit and oily mineral aromas are typical of average Chilean SB, while the palate carries a bland citrusy feel and generic flavors of lemon and grapefruit. A citrusy specimen, but that's about all it's showing.",Armador,12,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Odfjell 2009 Armador Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2009-armador-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Odfjell 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Chardonnay in this sparkler, and it shows in the fresh peach and Meyer lemon flavors. The wine is a little softer in acidity than Korbel's other bubblies, and also a little sweet, which makes it somewhat cloying.",Chardonnay,12,84,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Chardonnay Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-chardonnay-sparkling-california-121364/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 13.5,White,Chile,"A little mealy on the nose, with apple and melon aromas poking through. The palate is both pithy and sharp, with citric acids providing the basis for grapefruit and orange flavors. Pithy on the finish, with passionfruit notes.",Albamar,11,84,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2009 Albamar Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2009-albamar-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,William Cole ,Red,Italy,This Roero from the Canale area of Piedmont exhibits lactic notes of creamy spice and cinnamon yogurt over ripe berry and earthy tones. The mouthfeel is slightly bitter and sharp.,Torretta,15,84,Piedmont,Roero,,Marco Porello 2007 Torretta (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-porello-2007-torretta-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marco Porello 13.9,White,US,"Simple and clean, with fruit juice flavors of peaches, pineapples, apples and apricots. A tiny bit of oak adds the usual creamy vanilla notes.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 2009 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,Jekel 11.5,Red,Romania,"The prominent barnyard scent in this bargain bin Pinot Noir takes a while to blow off after pouring, but is gradually replaced by aromas of black cherries, leather and wet, autumn leaves. There's subdued black fruit on the palate, but plenty of earthy, stalky and vegetal notes as well. Low in tannins and body, the finish ends on a rather sour note.",,8,84,Dealu Mare,,,Chevalier de Dyonis 2008 Pinot Noir (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chevalier-dyonis-2008-pinot-noir-dealu-mare/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chevalier de Dyonis 13.5,Red,Italy,"The name Grignolino comes from the dialect word for “seeds.” The grape, on the other hand, requires special winemaking techniques in order to soften the wine's tannins due to the natural abundance of seeds. Light in color and bright with fresh fruit characteristics, this would make an ideal red aperitivo wine.",,17,85,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Quattro Leoni 2008 Grignolino (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quattro-leoni-2008-italian-red-grignolino-monferrato/,Grignolino,2008,Quattro Leoni 13.5,Red,Chile,"Bargain hunters should like this mildly medicinal Cab because it's got raspberry and black fruit character and only minor faults, i.e. slight medicinality. Otherwise it's fruity, steady and respectable, with good body and mouthfeel.",Grande,7,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Veo 2009 Grande Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veo-2009-grande-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Veo 13.9,White,US,"Here's a good Sauvignon Blanc that will go well with a wide range of foods. Clean, crisp and a little sweet, it has pleasant pineapple, lemon, lime and vanilla flavors.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rutherford Hill ,Red,Italy,"This Roero offers bright aromatic highlights of forest berry, blue flower, orange zest, lead pencil and spice—all delivered in lively, steady pulses. In the mouth, the wine is enduring, tart and firm",,,85,Piedmont,Roero,,Rabino 2007 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rabino-2007-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rabino ,Red,US,"Like the other reds from this new project, this is a pleasant, generic red wine. No blend is indicated; this has a very soft, almost artificially manipulated mouthfeel. It could be a $10 blend from anywhere. Perfectly drinkable, with a bit of heat in the finish.",Basis Points Meritage Red,39,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2007 Basis Points Meritage Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2007-basis-points-meritage-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Market Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"This is a light, compact Roero Riserva (made with Nebbiolo grapes) that shows drying tannins and sharp aromas of wild berry, citrus zest and white almond.",Trinità Riserva,,85,Piedmont,Roero,,Malvirà 2006 Trinità Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malvira-2006-trinita-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Malvirà 13.5,White,Chile,"Salinic on the nose, like a swimming pool, with nutty hints of apple, pear and butter. The wine tastes resiny and toasty, and also a little manufactured, with sweet apple and melon flavors mixed with toast and sugar. Chunky, decent and pedestrian, even by Chilean standards.",Classic Series,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2009 Classic Series Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-classic-series-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Montes 13,White,Romania,"There are pleasant scents of vanilla, spice and poached pears on this Romanian Chardonnay, but the palate suffers from bracingly high acidity and faint apple flavors lacking depth and concentration. The finish is short and ends on notes of sawdust.",Reserve,10,83,Sebes,,,Prahova Valley 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Sebes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prahova-valley-2008-reserve-chardonnay-sebes/,Chardonnay,2008,Prahova Valley 13,Red,US,"Dry, sharp and acidic, a lean Pinot Noir. It shows some decent varietal personality in the silky mouthfeel and suggestions of cherries, pomegranates and cola.",,18,83,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arrow Creek 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes exaggerated in overripe fruit character, with currant and shriveled raisin flavors. Although the wine is totally dry, its dessicated taste leaves much to be desired.",Grist Vineyard,23,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bradford Mountain 2007 Grist Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradford-mountain-2007-grist-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Bradford Mountain ,Red,US,"Cabernet Franc often shows more stem and herb than either Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon, but here there is little else to hang your hat on. Hard, chewy and tannic, it might best be drunk with a grilled steak, so those tough tannins are put to work.",,28,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Cave B 14.5,White,US,"Tastes like a sugary peach, pear, mango and orange juice fruit drink you buy at the supermarket. Make it drier, and it would be a terrific Viognier.",,22,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2009 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2009,Curtis 13,Red,US,"Dry, sharp and lean. Shows modest cherry and cedar flavors and a nice silky texture, but it's pretty thin.",Coastal Estates,8,82,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2009 Coastal Estates Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2009-coastal-estates-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Beaulieu Vineyard 13.9,White,US,"This unoaked wine is tart and simple, with sweet and sour flavors of oranges and pineapples, like fruit juice with alcohol.",,15,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sera Fina 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sera-fina-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sera Fina 14,Red,Chile,"Murky and soupy at worst and “earthy” at best, this soft, beefy Carmenère is loaded down with green, herbal flavors that can't be saved by touches of mocha and coffee. The finish is downright green, and overall the fruit is weak.",Reserva,9,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Santa Alicia 13.5,Red,Chile,"Vegetal is how I'd describe it, with strong aromas of tomato leaf, olive, briar and wet earth. The palate is snappy to the point of being sharp, and the flavors are rooty yet pointed, with notes of baked cherry and plum showing up. A very herbal, stripped-back type of wine.",Reserve,15,82,Curicó Valley,,,Pacifico Sur 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifico-sur-2006-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2006,Pacifico Sur 15.1,Red,US,"Drily harsh and Porty, with raisinskin bitterness. Shows some good blackberry fruit, but the texture is hard to like.",,39,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rangeland 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rangeland-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rangeland 13,Rose,Chile,"Crimson in color, with aromas of chlorine, burnt stems and rubbery berry fruit. The palate is both mushy and overly acidic, as if that's possible, while the weighty palate shows sweet plum and bitterness on the finish. Too heavy and not dry enough.",Reserva,,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Reserva Rosé (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-reserva-rose-colchagua-valley/,Rosé,2010,Caliterra 13,White,France,"Big and rich, this opulent and ripe-fruited wine is packed with peach and pineapple flavors along with a more severe grapefruit edge. It has great density of flavor, the acidity bringing out so much delicious juicy fruit.",Côte Bougerots Bougros Grand Cru,74,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Côte Bougerots Bougros Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-cote-bougerots-bougros-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre 15.9,Red,US,"Expensive, yes, but very elegant. Wows the palate with a tsunami of black cherry tart, mushu plum sauce, red currant, licorice, pepper and sandalwood flavors, with a streak of yummy dark chocolate. For all the richness, the wine is absolutely dry. The tannins are big and thick, but drinkable now. Doesn't seem likely to age well, but terrific over the next 3–4 years.",Estate,60,94,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2007 Estate Syrah (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Syrah,2007,Chalk Hill ,White,France,"A rich and soft style of wine, carrying a fine texture. The feel is ripe, important, with a certain serious edge, showing great yellow and white fruits. Power, but with a soft side.",Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2008 Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-domaine-pavillon-clos-mouches-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2008,Albert Bichot 14.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's top bottling from the estate vineyard, off Highway 29 in St. Helena. Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows the variety's blackberry and cherry flavors, with notes of violets and milk chocolate. New oak to the tune of 70% adds a rich, caramelly smokiness. Very delicious, and should develop for a few years, although the softness limits longterm cellaring.",1886,95,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ehlers Estate 2007 1886 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2007-1886-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ehlers Estate 14.8,Rose,US,"This is a Provençal-style blush made of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah. It's a little sugary sweet, with raspberry, orange and vanilla flavors.",Heritage,14,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2009 Heritage Rosé (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2009-heritage-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rosé,2009,Curtis ,White,France,"Spicy, toasty wine that balances the wood with rich fruit. Rounded, smooth texture, lifted by wood spice and apricot juice.",,,91,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine Denis Jeandeau 2008 Viré-Clessé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-denis-jeandeau-2008-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Denis Jeandeau ,White,France,"A good contrast between weighty, rich fruit and a steely structure. White fruits and acidity offer freshness, while the more austere edge gives the wine a serious, solid character. For aging.",Le Limosin,75,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 2008 Le Limosin (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-bouzereau-2008-le-limosin-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Michel Bouzereau ,Red,US,"Perhaps the last Washington wine of the vintage to be released, this is beginning to enter mid-life. For those who want a hint of how well Washington reds can age, this is a perfect introduction. Drinking beautifully at the moment, though definitely ageworthy still, it shows a soft mix of medium-ripe red fruits, chocolate, herb, earth and barrel. The finish is like soft leather, with a final impression of milk chocolate. Very seductive.",Tradition,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2004 Tradition Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2004-tradition-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Gordon Brothers ,White,France,"Balanced, soft wine, keeping its freshness and acidity, rounding it out with some wood and pear juice flavors. A fine, classic wine.",Les Combettes,57,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2008 Les Combettes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2008-combettes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Fuissé 14.2,Red,US,"A big, strongly flavored Pinot Noir. What it may lack in subtlety, it more than makes up for in sheer power. Practically a food group in itself, with massive waves of cherries, raspberries, pomegranates, sweet rhubarb pie and sandalwood, wrapped into a silky texture. Drink now–2014.",,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Benovia 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benovia 16.9,Red,US,"The main thing to know about this wine is it has extraordinarily high alcohol, 16.8%. That gives it a hot, peppery mouthfeel, and also the impression of sweetness, although it's actually dry. The flavors of raspberries, cola, red currants and bacon are explosive. It's a wine people will love or not, but it is a very fine expression of its style.",Toreador Monte Rosso Vineyard,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2008 Toreador Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2008-toreador-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Rancho Zabaco 13.5,White,France,"A broad, spicy wine, ripe with plenty of sweet mango and peach fruits to go with the green fruit acidity. It is already delicious but will develop further over the next 2–3 years.",La Mission Premier Cru,57,90,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château de Chamirey 2008 La Mission Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chamirey-2008-mission-premier-cru-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Chamirey ,Red,Portugal,"A perfumed, spicy and ripe wine, wood flavors balanced by great wafts of black fruit. It is elegant, with a significant wood element. It will develop over 3–4 years, bringing more of the fine berry fruits.",,55,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2008 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2008-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Quinta do Vallado ,White,US,"Sassy, spicy, and sporting both floral and sweet citrus characteristics, this off-dry Gewurztraminer fills the mouth with candied lemon, sweet papaya and a squirt of fresh lime. Very tasty, with a lingering, refreshing finish.",,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2008 Gewürztraminer (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2008-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Upland Estates ,White,France,"Spice and fresh fruit give flavors of baked apples, a creamy texture and bright acidity. Well balanced, the aftertaste shows toast and honey flavors.",Sécret Minéral,,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Denis Jeandeau 2008 Sécret Minéral (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-denis-jeandeau-2008-secret-mineral-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Denis Jeandeau 14,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of cherry-infused balsamic glaze, leather, black licorice and a hint of menthol transition seamlessly to flavors of rich black plum, pepper and cigar box spice in the mouth. A well balanced and integrated wine with a creamy texture, fine grain tannins and a long finish.",,23,89,Wellington,,,Doolhof 2007 Pinotage (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doolhof-2007-pinotage-wellington/,Pinotage,2007,Doolhof ,White,France,"Rounded, rich wine, the wood element important, but keeping the fresh fruit character and the ripe apple and pear juice flavors, finishing with honey.",Franclieu,24,89,Burgundy,Mâcon-Charnay,,Jean Manciat 2008 Franclieu (Mâcon-Charnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-manciat-2008-franclieu-chardonnay-macon-charnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Manciat 14,Red,US,"The flavors of oak and cherries stand out in this fruity, softly appealing wine. It's almost like a pastry tart, with the smoky-sweet pie crust. It's delicious and appealing, although it could show a bit more depth and complexity.",,48,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ledson 2007 Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2007-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Ledson 14.5,White,US,"Super rich, with exotic flavors of vanilla orange cream, pineapple brulée, pear tart and yellow apricot jam. The opulence is balanced with fine acidity, but the wine is a little too forward, lacking nuance. A blend of Grenache Blanc and Roussanne.",Z Blanc,32,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2008 Z Blanc White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2008-z-blanc-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Zaca Mesa ,White,France,"Very soft fruit, with lovely ripe flavors, this white-fruited wine brings delicious white pear flavors highlighted by citrus flashes. Already very attractive.",Uchizy-les-Maranches,,89,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Uchizy-les-Maranches (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-uchizy-maranches-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon ,White,France,"From a vineyard just to the north of the line of Meursault premier crus, this is a fresh, crisp wine, very citrusy, with a strong element of spice and grapefruit. The fruitiness is tamed by some wood aging.",Les Grand Charrons,50,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 2008 Les Grand Charrons (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-bouzereau-2008-grand-charrons-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Modest lemony aromas set up additional scents of balsam wood, dried cherry, plum and spice. The palate is forward, maybe a touch sharp in terms of acidity, with rustic, roasted, leathery flavors. It is a big wine that finishes lively and also a little rooty and roasted. Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec-Merlot is the blend.",Special Blend,45,89,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 2007 Special Blend Red (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-fin-mundo-2007-special-blend-red-neuquen/,Red Blend,2007,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 14,Red,Argentina,"Barda is Bodega Chacra's larger-production (almost 5,000 cases) PN, and while not as concentrated as 55 or 32, it's smooth, with mild spearmint and dusty berry fruit aromas. The palate is stylish and shows roast plum and spice flavors along with caramel and cola notes. Composed and satisfying.",Barda,24,89,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2009 Barda Pinot Noir (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2009-barda-pinot-noir-rio-negro-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bodega Chacra 14.4,Red,US,"Shows an improvement over the 07, maybe because the vines are a little older. Still dry and crisp in acids and jammy, with raspberry and cherries, but with extra depth and length. Good now, but probably better after 3–4 years in the cellar.",Split Rock Vineyard,42,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bartz-Allen 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartz-allen-2008-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bartz-Allen ,Red,Portugal,"A rich, smooth wine, full of sweet black berry fruits, soft, tarry and lightly perfumed. A velvet textured, easy wine.",Reserva,30,89,Douro,,,Kopke 2007 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2007-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Kopke 13.5,White,South Africa,"Sweet grass, tart gooseberry and tropical fruit acidity abound on the fairly intense nose of this Sauv Blanc. Prickly and jumpy in the mouth with solid underripe pear and white peach flavors. Refreshing and satisfying with a clean finish; try with mayonaise-based seafood salad or lemon-grilled fillet fish.",,14,89,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Jardin 13.5,White,Italy,The Zuc di Volpe Sauvignon is a special wine not only for the freshness of its fruity aromas but also for the thicker structure and creaminess this wine offers. It's not easy to achieve this level of texture and persistency with this variety.,Zuc di Volpe,38,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2008 Zuc di Volpe Sauvignon (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2008-zuc-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-colli-orientali-friuli/,Sauvignon,2008,Volpe Pasini 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Solid, compact and full-bodied, with blackberry, licorice and warm asphalt on the nose. The structure is quite good and tight, while the flavors of blackberry and cassis are sweetened and softened by mocha and creamed coffee flavors. Powerful but under control, and not too complicated.",Reserva,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bodega Norton 14.5,White,Italy,"This is a smooth and sophisticated wine that takes the fragrant aromas of Gewürztraminer and contrasts them against beautifully rich consistency, texture and persistency. This is a big white wine on all levels—from aromas and appearance to mouthfeel—and it's hard to image what foods to pair it with.",Lunare,55,89,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2008 Lunare Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2008-lunare-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Cantina Terlano 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a cool climate Chardonnay from the mountainous region of Alto Adige in northern Italy. The wine is compelling and rich with very nice aromas of peach, apricot and passion fruit.",Kreuth,28,89,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2008 Kreuth Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2008-kreuth-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2008,Cantina Terlano 14.6,Red,US,"Very rich, ripe and bold, in the way of Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noirs, with mouth filling cherry, raspberry, red plum and mocha flavors, enhanced with smoky oak. Tasty, but a bit ponderous, with some sharpness through the finish. Try cellaring for 4–5 years and see where it goes.",Pisoni Vineyard,80,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2008 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bernardus 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a bright and luscious Friulano, an important native variety of northeast Italy, in a screw-cap bottle. Aromas open with peach, melon, white almond and a bright touch of citrus. The wine is thick and creamy on the palate.",,25,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2008 Friulano (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2008-italian-white-friulano-colli-orientali-friuli/,Friulano,2008,Livio Felluga 14.6,Red,US,"This is an elegant, sophisticated Pinot Noir whose long hangtime raspberry, cherry and persimmon fruit flavors are highlighted by crisp, cool-climate acidity. The wine feels racy and stimulating in the mouth, if a bit short. Drink now.",,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Follette 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Follette ,White,France,"Spicy, high toast wood, the wine showing a burnt character at this stage. At the same time, there is good freshness, with green fruit characters. Give it 1–2 years.",Ammonites,,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jacques Simonin 2008 Ammonites (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-simonin-2008-ammonites-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Jacques Simonin ,White,France,"Big, bold wine, ripe fruits pushed forward by wood, some spice, rich in character. This is lush Chardonnay, but with a good mineral edge.",Genievres,16,89,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Louis Latour 2008 Genievres (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-genievres-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 14,White,Italy,"Here's a sophisticated interpretation of Pinot Grigio with a light golden hue and soft shadings of citrus, passion fruit, peach and almond paste. Fine aromas give the wine a lively, cheerful personality. A richly textured mouthfeel makes the wine last long on the palate.",Sanct Valentin,34,89,,Alto Adige,,San Michele Eppan 2008 Sanct Valentin Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-eppan-2008-sanct-valentin-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2008,San Michele Eppan ,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from Pepper Bridge, Seven Hills and Ash Hollow vineyard fruit, this shows the maturing of Walla Walla vines, which more and more reveal the earthy, herbal, garrigue qualities of the grape. Coopered in neutral oak, it showcases the typicity and regionality of the grape. Funk, earth, seaweed, green tobacco, and a hint of pepper dominate. You might wish for more fruit, but for those who love the funk this is a fine bottle.",,41,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Reininger 14.7,Red,US,"A young, vigorous Cabernet, brimming with acidity and jammy blackberry, cherry, herb and black currant fruit flavors. The tannins have an edginess that suggests a year or so in the cellar.",Reserve,32,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Raymond 14,Red,Portugal,"Densely textured wine, its fruit flavors coming from jammy sweet fruits, powered by dark tannins and a solid structure. Spice and pepper go with final fresh acidity.",,25,89,Douro,,,Quinta de São José 2008 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-jose-2008-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de São José 14.5,White,Italy,"If you like aromatic expressions of Pinot Grigio, look for a wine from the Alto Adige appellation like this wine from Tramin. Cool-climate winemaking tends to add layers of peach and almond blossom beyond characteristic aromas of apple and pear. The mouthfeel here is creamy and rich.",Unterebner,31,89,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2009 Unterebner Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2009-unterebner-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tramin 13.5,White,US,"A rather delicate Viognier, still lightly yeasty and very fresh. There is an underlying minerality that suggests water over river rock, and nicely cut and defined yellow fruits. A lovely bottle to pair with a wide range of mild cheeses, or simple fish such as fresh trout.",,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Tildio 2009 Viognier (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tildio-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Viognier,2009,Tildio 13,White,France,"Finely rounded wine, smoky wood and spice combining well with ripe yellow fruits. The acidity is rather underplayed, but all the other elements are well in place. The aftertaste shows more ripe fruit character.",Domaine des Deux Roches Vieilles Vignes,30,89,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2007 Domaine des Deux Roches Vieilles Vignes (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2007-domaine-deux-roches-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2007,Collovray et Terrier ,White,France,"A soft, rounded wine, feeling generous, even opulent. The acidity is there, fitting into the folds of the rich texture.",,30,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Dominique Cornin 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominique-cornin-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Dominique Cornin ,White,France,"Soft, with wood and honey flavors, white flower aromas and light acidity. The wine feels warm, rich and balanced.",Sur la Roche,28,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Barraud 2008 Sur la Roche (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-barraud-2008-sur-roche-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Barraud ,White,France,"There is plenty of toast and vanilla here, rounding out the acidity. The crisp lemon character and minerality is present, just slightly subdued by the wood.",Montmains Premier Cru,40,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 12.5,White,Germany,,Hochgewächs Trocken,17,89,Mosel,,,Caspari-Kappel 2008 Hochgewächs Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caspari-kappel-2008-hochgewachs-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Caspari-Kappel 13,White,France,"Soft in character and rounded, this is a full-bodied wine, feeling fat and gently textured. The yellow fruits are sweet, ripe, buoyed by wood and finishing with attractive acidity.",Domaine des Deux Roches Les Cras,37,89,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Domaine des Deux Roches Les Cras (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-domaine-deux-roches-cras-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier 13.5,White,France,"A complex, tasty and remarkably affordable Viognier that's sure to please. Notes of ripe apricot, honeysuckle and ginger spice mingle with the toasty sweet vanilla oak nuances throughout. Balanced and softly creamy in the mouth with flavors of ripe Anjou pear and lightly grilled peaches leading through to the long, lingering finish. Ready to drink now but should also keep well for another year.",Nord Sud,14,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2008 Nord Sud Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2008-nord-sud-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2008,Laurent Miquel 14.6,Red,US,"A deliciously drinkable Pinot for drinking now with a great steak. Shows the good acidity of Carneros, with a light silky mouthfeel and ripe wild cherry, red currant, rose petal and white pepper flavors, accented with smoky, caramelized oak barrels.",,40,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,La Crema 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Crema 13.5,White,Germany,,Hattenheim Pfaffenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken,56,89,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2008 Hattenheim Pfaffenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2008-hattenheim-pfaffenberg-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Schönborn ,White,France,"Swathes of ripe fruit over a broad layer of wood, a generous, opulent character, ripe, the spice from wood giving a good, rich final character.",Cray vers Vaux,35,89,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Jean Rijckaert 2008 Cray vers Vaux (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-rijckaert-2008-cray-vers-vaux-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Rijckaert 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and open on the nose, with blackberry and pure grape aromas. The palate has a tight, drawing texture but rewarding flavors of spice and roasted berry fruit. Long and flavorful on the finish, with bite and tannic residue. A wine with positive components but a rough young feel.",Amancaya,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2008 Amancaya Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2008-amancaya-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodegas Caro 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Potent and black, with inky, minty aromas that suggest asphalt, tobacco and blackberry. The palate is gritty and seriously concentrated, with dark, oak-driven fruit that carries a tight, lemony personality. Licorice, toast and other black-ish notes bring it home. Ripe but can still age for another 5+ years.",Punto Final Reserva,20,89,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Bodega Renacer 2006 Punto Final Reserva Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2006-punto-final-reserva-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2006,Bodega Renacer ,White,France,"A delicious, mineral structured wine, very pure. The acidity is a great layer going through the textured white fruits, the wood just there as a subtle support.",,65,89,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Meaty and earthy, with leather and early sulfur to the nose. The palate is big, round and grabby, with warm, lush berry fruit and scattershot accents of herbs and leather. Delivers a ton of oomph for the price, and also good berry and herbal finishing flavors. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Malbec.",Dos Fincas,10,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2008 Dos Fincas Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2008-fincas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2008,Carlos Basso 13,White,Italy,"This is a full and generous Friulano (a native grape of northeast Italy) that shows ripe aromas of peach, melon and pear. It is smooth and rich on the palate and would pair with creamy seafood risotto.",Zuc di Volpe,38,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2008 Zuc di Volpe Friulano (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2008-zuc-italian-white-friulano-colli-orientali-friuli/,Friulano,2008,Volpe Pasini ,White,Portugal,"Touched by wood, a wine that has yellow fruits, spice, toast and a fine tight structure. The balance shows lively acidity, fleshed out with ripe pineapple.",Branco Reserva,50,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2009 Branco Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2009-branco-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Vallado 14.2,Red,US,"One of the winery's more accessibly forward Cabs, the Spaulding is rich in blackberry and cherry pie, chocolate and caramelized oak flavors. It's delicious, if a little direct. Drink now–2013.",Spaulding Vineyard,80,89,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2007 Spaulding Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2007-spaulding-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Von Strasser 13.5,Red,Spain,"A smooth wine for the price where all the dots connect. The nose has black cherry and raisin, while the palate is lush, deep and concentrated, with rewarding flavors of cherry, cassis and roasted plum. Lasting on the finish, with a licorice flavor. Very good wine for the money; Monastrell/Syrah/Tempranillo is the blend.",,10,89,Levante,Yecla,,Altos del Cuco 2008 Red (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-cuco-2008-red-yecla/,Red Blend,2008,Altos del Cuco 13,White,Italy,"Alois Lageder always presents beautifully crafted wines that are perfect from a technical point of view but also show loads of territory-driven personality. This structured Pinot Bianco is ripe with peach and melon aromas and shows creamy, vanilla like tones on the close.",Haberle,20,89,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2008 Haberle Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2008-haberle-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2008,Alois Lageder 13.5,Red,Argentina,"For a big brand, Alamos knows how to deliver quality at a fair price. This vintage is exemplary for its sweet black plum and graham cracker bouquet and lush, deep palate. The fruit is tasty, balanced, dark in nature and just a little bit spicy. For a basic-priced Malbec it more than gets the job done.",,13,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alamos 13.5,White,Portugal,"The weight of this wine, with its yellow fruit flavors, is balanced by citrus and an edgy minerality. It is fresh, as well as full-bodied, lightly spiced, crisp acidity to finish.",Reserva Branco,32,89,Douro,,,Burmester 2009 Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2009-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Burmester ,Red,Portugal,"In a traditional dry tannic style, dense and darkly concentrated, shot through with acidity and firm berry fruits. Chunky and powerful, worth keeping for 2–3 years.",Casa Burmester Reserva,25,89,Douro,,,Burmester 2007 Casa Burmester Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2007-casa-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Burmester 14,Red,Portugal,"Ripe and smooth wine, with a rich Port-like aroma, the sweet fruit structured with some fresh stalky tannins. Great herbal and wild berry flavors to finish.",Azul Portugal,10,89,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2008 Azul Portugal Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2008-azul-portugal-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wines & Winemakers 14.7,Red,US,"Made in the richly extracted, super-oaky and sweetly soft style of modern Napa Cabs, this wine trades structure for sheer deliciousness. The flavors are wildly extravagant: blackberries, blueberries, cherries, pie crust, cola, exotic spices, smoke, graphite. But what the wine really needs is greater architecture and more definitive dryness. Drink now–2012.",The Knoll Vineyard,100,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell at the Moon 2007 The Knoll Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-at-moon-2007-knoll-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Howell at the Moon 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft, attractive wine, bursting with fresh juicy fruit and a delicious layer of acidity. The wine is packed with berries, given a boost by some structured tannins.",Crasto,18,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2008 Crasto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2008-crasto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Crasto ,White,France,"While the wine is toasty, burnt almost, the freshness of the fruit is very present, giving a light, lively touch to the weight. Give it six months to finally integrate.",Vers Agnières,30,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Pierre Vessigaud 2008 Vers Agnières (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-vessigaud-2008-vers-agnieres-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre Vessigaud 14.4,White,US,"This is an extremely dry, tartly acidic wine whose lime and grapefruit flavors are inflected with gooseberries and stony minerals. Made with no oak, it's a clean, brisk palate cleanser that's versatile at the table, and affordable.",Reserve,15,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2009 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Raymond ,Red,Portugal,"Dense color is the character of the Sousão grape, and this wine—almost black—exhibits that character very well. For taste, cherry juice, cranberry and chewy tannins are sharpened by acidity.",,40,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2008 Sousão (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2008-portuguese-red-sousao-douro/,Sousão,2008,Quinta do Vallado 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Smooth-textured, spicy wine with rich tannins and red berry fruits. Its structure is well integrated, sweet jammy flavors surrounding a dry core, with delicious juicy final acidity.",Colheita,18,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2008 Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2008-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Portal ,White,France,"Steely, mineral-textured wine, tight, with packed acidity, fresh fruit. The wine is totally crisp, with a definite mineral character.",,32,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Cordier 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cordier-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cordier 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Opulent yet refined with notes of rich black raspberry, plum flesh and cocoa flooding the nose and mouth. A touch of tar and acidic notes appear in the bouquet, but they are nuanced and balanced by the richer fruit and oak flavors. The finish is long and chocolate infused, with the dusty tannins lingering throughout.",CT De Waal,40,89,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2006 CT De Waal Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2006-ct-waal-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2006,DeWaal 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Savory and full, with dusty black fruit aromas, saucy spice and kick. The palate shows good feel and depth, and the flavors of savory berry, bacon fat and vanilla work well together. Mild herb and leaf notes give complexity to the finish, which is long and fades away comfortably.",Amado Sur Malbec-Bonarda-Syrah,15,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2008 Amado Sur Malbec-Bonarda-Syrah Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2008-amado-sur-malbec-bonarda-syrah-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Trivento 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Sweet, forward aromas of mocha, blackberry, cotton candy and vanilla signal a rich wine. The palate is round and chunky, with a spot of elegance but more size and force. Flavors of chunky blackberry are slightly salty and salinic at the edges, while overall it's thick, fruity and black in nature. Drink now through 2012.",Kinien,45,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2007 Kinien Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2007-kinien-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Ruca Malen ,White,US,"Drier than the 2008 at just under 1% residual sugar, this offers lime-driven citrus fruit flavors, wrapped in puckery acidity. It opens with pleasing aromas of blossom and sweet pea, and has the grip and finish of some Austrian or German trocken-style Rieslings. It would be interesting to cellar it for 6–8 years, but it's drinking well already.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Tildio 2009 Riesling (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tildio-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Riesling,2009,Tildio 12.5,White,Germany,,Gelblack Trocken,,89,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2007 Gelblack Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2007-gelblack-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Johannisberger ,White,Portugal,"With some barrel fermentation, this has richness as well as crisp acidity. The toasty layer sits well with the creamy pear and green plum fruit flavors.",Três Bagos Branco,15,89,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2009 Três Bagos Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2009-tres-bagos-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Lavradores de Feitoria ,White,US,"Often a highlight in the Kestrel portfolio, this 2008 version of the Viognier is right on target. Juniper, lime, grapefruit, citrus and wet stone flavors pile on, yet the wine remains elegant and fresh. Give it a good chill and it could easily become a regular go-to white.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2008 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2008,Kestrel 14.5,White,Italy,"Twenty percent of this Pinot Grigio sees contact with wood barrels to produce a creamy, rich texture in the mouth. Aromas here include apricot, peach, cantaloupe melon and honey roasted almonds.",Söll,28,89,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2009 Söll Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2009-soll-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 13.5,White,Italy,"This beautiful blend of Pinot Bianco, Friulano and Ribolla Gialla (three grapes that are widely grown in northeast Italy) shows typicity and territorial character. There's structure and firmness here and although the wine isn't particularly perfumed, its aromas of stone fruit and melon are compelling and extremely elegant.",Molamatta,21,89,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2008 Molamatta White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2008-molamatta-white-collio/,White Blend,2008,Marco Felluga ,Rose,US,"Lullaby's rosé is given an extra year of bottle age, in the French style (winemaker Virginia Bourgue is French-born and educated). This pale copper, Grenache-based effort is deceptively rich. Light in color, big in flavor, bone dry, with bracing minerality, its pale cherry fruit flavors persist through a clean, refreshing finish.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lullaby 2008 Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lullaby-2008-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2008,Lullaby ,White,France,"Very fresh, pushed through with acidity, green fruits, with good depth of flavor, the crispness sustained by creamy wood.",,25,89,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Verget 2008 Viré-Clessé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verget-2008-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Verget 12,White,Germany,,Graacher Josephshofer GG Trocken,,89,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2008 Graacher Josephshofer GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2008-graacher-josephshofer-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Compact on the bouquet, with a pointed combo of boysenberry and blackberry aromas. The palate is full, with plenty of acidity and stuffing. Flavors of blackberry, olive, fig and chocolate are likable and the finish is loud and powerful in typical South American style. Better value than the higher-priced Kinien Cab. Drink now through 2012.",Reserva,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ruca Malen 13,Red,France,"With 60% Cabernet and 40% Syrah, this is an intense and well-structured wine that offers a ton of bang for your buck. The rich and powerful nose is loaded with aromas of blackberry, black raspberry sauce, wild strawberry and soft licorice spice. Full and lush in the mouth with the strong fruit character leading nicely to the cocoa and coffee flavors that dominate the lingering finish.",Père et Fils Cabernet Syrah,10,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2007 Père et Fils Cabernet Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2007-pere-fils-cabernet-syrah-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Laurent Miquel 14.5,White,US,"A very rich, opulent white wine, made from 100% of this rare Rhône variety. Brims with spicy tangerine marmalade flavors, with the vanilla and smoky caramel from ten months in French oak. A brisk spine of acidity provides clean balance to the richness.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2008 Grenache Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2008-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2008,Zaca Mesa 13.5,Red,Spain,"A very good wine from Cigales that opens with dark cherry, char and tar, minerality and rustic leather and herb aromas that aren't 100% laboratory clean. The palate has snap and flavors of herbal berry and cherry, while the finish is drying and crisply tannic. A food-friendly wine that's ready to drink.",,17,89,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Museum 2005 Tinto del Pais (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/museum-2005-tempranillo-tinto-pais-cigales/,Tinto del Pais,2005,Museum 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a sound, easy-drinking and full-bodied red wine that's very versatile at the table. Made from an unusual combination of Syrah, Tempranillo, Grenache and Zinfandel, it's dry and robust, with super-spicy flavors of blackberries, currants and chocolate.",Red X Winemaker's Blend,15,89,California,North Coast,North Coast,X 2008 Red X Winemaker's Blend Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2008-red-winemakers-blend-north-coast/,Red Blend,2008,X ,White,France,"A piercingly citrus wine, the fruit as fresh as can be, rounded by the wood aging. There is a really bright character here that is appetizing and fresh.",,27,89,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Jean Manciat 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-manciat-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Manciat 13,White,Spain,"Nice and fresh, and definitely the best vintage of Analivia we've tasted to date. The nose bursts with floral aromas, apricot, apple and minerality, while the palate is clean as a whistle, with apple, tangerine and pineapple flavors. Slightly pithy on the finish, but that's normal for Verdejo from Rueda.",,11,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Analivia 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/analivia-2009-verdejo-rueda-119642/,Verdejo,2009,Analivia ,Red,US,"This captures the gamy, herbal, earthy complexity of Washington Syrah, but mutes it somewhat behind a wall of raspberry fruit. Not a bad combo by any means! This one carries some stemmy flavors into the finish. Just enough to put a hard edge on it.",,27,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Helix by Reininger ,White,France,"Fine fresh fruits, bright with good acidity and a lively fresh character. There is a strong apple skin and grapefruit texture, finishing fresh and full.",,28,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Gilles Morat 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-morat-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Gilles Morat ,White,France,"Some fine wood and fruit aromas are followed by fresh grapefruit, pear and bright lemon flavors. The whole is held together by a fine touch of honeyed wood.",,18,89,Burgundy,Mâcon-Azé,,Domaine de la Garenne 2008 Mâcon-Azé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-garenne-2008-chardonnay-macon-aze/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Garenne 13,White,France,"Serious wine, one that shows delicious green fruits as well as an intense mineral texture. It has concentration, tight structure packed with acidity. Give it another year before drinking.",Les Buis,,89,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2008 Les Buis (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2008-buis-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smooth, tropical and melony, with an easygoing palate that comfortably houses green melon, lime, grapefruit and other tropical fruit flavors. The finish is mildly pithy and bitter, but overall this is a clean, well-crafted wine that genuinely captures the essence of Torrontés.",,15,89,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2009 Torrontés (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2009-torrontes-calchaqui-valley/,Torrontés,2009,Colomé ,White,Portugal,"With 50% fermentation, this is a ripe, toasty wine, the wood balanced by a great citric swipe. Bright white fruits and wild flower perfumes give the wine a great lift.",Vinha Grande Branco,18,89,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 2009 Vinha Grande Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-2009-vinha-grande-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Casa Ferreirinha 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Initial aromas of tire rubber, smoke, black fruits and leather are good and rich, but in a common, understandable way. Smooth and chunky on the palate, with warmth and flavors of blackberry, fig paste and chocolate. Finishes roasted and dark. A thorough Argentine Cabernet with no glaring weaknesses.",Paso de Piedra,19,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 Paso de Piedra Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-paso-piedra-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Viña Alicia 14.5,Red,South Africa,"There's a dark and moody feel to this wine, with moderately intense aromas of black plum, blackberry, violet and black licorice. The mouth is robust and fairly full with a creamy texture and concentrated black fruit flavors accented by notes of pepper and tea leaves. The tannins are firmly structured yet approachable, with the impression of roasted cocoa nibs lingering on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Private Collection,25,90,Stellenbosch,,,Saxenburg Estate 2007 Private Collection Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-2007-private-collection-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2007,Saxenburg Estate 14.4,Red,US,"An exceptionally good Merlot, fleshy and opulent, with complex flavors of red and black berries, currants, cocoa, licorice, Indian spices and sandalwood. This is the one to drink now while you're waiting for the winery's 05 Gist Ranch to age.",,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2005 Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2005-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,2005,Thomas Fogarty 14.5,Red,Australia,"A terrific value if you like the style, this is an impressively concentrated, slightly syrupy Shiraz imbued with potent cassis fruit and framed with vanilla oak. Surprisingly long on the finish. Drink now.",,12,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Razor's Edge 2008 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/razors-edge-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Razor's Edge 14,White,South Africa,"Here's a fantastic South African Chenin Blanc that illustrates the depth and complexity that this grape has to offer when made well. Warm and toasty in the nose with wood-grilled apple, gently toasted brioche with fig preserves and peach pit aromas. The mouth is full and powerful with ripe flavors of red apple skins and honeydew followed by a lively burst of orange citrus on the finish. Balanced with excellent evolution and a long, mouth-watering finish.",Private Collection,20,90,Coastal Region,,,Spier 2007 Private Collection Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2007-private-collection-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Spier 15,Red,Portugal,"The second wine produced by the Roquette family of Quinta do Crasto and the Cazes of Château Lynch-Bages. It is rich, hugely spiced, with violet aromas and black currant fruits, a leathery edge to the texture. The alcohol leaves a slight burn, which blows off.",,,90,Douro,,,Roquette e Cazes 2006 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquette-e-cazes-2006-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Roquette e Cazes 13.7,White,US,"You never know what a Pinot Gris will taste like, but this is how a good one should at this price. It's bone dry, crisply tart in acidity, and has mouthwatering flavors of Meyer lemons, limes, Asian pears and minerals, with a pretty note of honeysuckle in the finish. What a great cocktail wine, at a great price.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2009 Pinot Gris (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Gris,2009,Taz 12.5,White,Germany,"Reasonably priced for a Grosses Gewächs wine, this medium-bodied Riesling displays a broad, creamy texture and lingering notes of melon, peach and even a hint of passion fruit, all layered over a bed of gravelly minerality.",Husarenkappe GG,32,90,Baden,,,Weingut Burg Ravensburg 2008 Husarenkappe GG Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-burg-ravensburg-2008-husarenkappe-gg-riesling-baden/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Burg Ravensburg 12.5,White,US,"Von Strasser entered the Grüner game a couple of years ago, and while this bottling isn't exactly cheap, it sure is good. It's very rich in Asian pear, peach tart, crunchy green apple, honeysuckle and spice flavors, and while it tastes a little sweet, it turns crisp and clean on the finish. Really superb, a cross between a rich Chardonnay and a zesty Pinot Gris.",,40,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2009-gruner-veltliner-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Von Strasser 14.6,Red,US,"This Mourvèdre/Syrah blend has loads of wild berry and black cherry, spiced up with tarragon and other herbs. The Syrah fills in the middle with juicy berry and peppery spice. The tannins are balanced and firm, barky but not overpowering.",Crazy Mary Ciel du Cheval,48,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2007 Crazy Mary Ciel du Cheval Mourvèdre (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2007-crazy-mary-ciel-cheval-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wa/,Mourvèdre,2007,Mark Ryan 14,White,Italy,"This excellent blend of Chardonnay and Friulano offers a rich and reassuring feel in the mouth that would stand up to creamy artichoke risotto or white meat. Its beautiful aromas include melon, pear, apricot and a touch of butterscotch.",Bianco,41,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Mario Schiopetto 2006 Bianco White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2006-bianco-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2006,Mario Schiopetto ,Red,Portugal,"A Burgundian style Douro wine—a contradiction in terms? Not with Dirk Niepoort, who has produced this delicious spicy wine, with light extract and vivid red berry fruits.",Charme,100,90,Douro,,,Niepoort 2008 Charme Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2008-charme-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Niepoort ,White,France,"Good, creamy, caramel-and yellow fruit-flavored wine, finely balanced. The elements are all there, knit together, leaving honey and baked apple flavors to finish.",,26,90,Burgundy,Mâcon-Verze,,Nicolas Maillet 2008 Mâcon-Verze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-maillet-2008-chardonnay-macon-verze/,Chardonnay,2008,Nicolas Maillet 13,White,France,"Flavors are followed by intense crisp citrus fruit. This is a lively style, very fresh with a delicious tang of orange zest, light caramel and vibrant acidity.",Madame Noly,,90,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Chapelle 2008 Madame Noly (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chapelle-2008-madame-noly-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Chapelle 14.5,Red,US,"An appealing Cab Franc, among the better versions of the variety. Shows the weight and structure of a fine Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, except the flavors veer toward red cherries and red cherry liqueur. Drink now, with honey-baked ham.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2007 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2007-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Girard 13,White,France,"This 16–acre estate is run biodynamically, producing intensely flavored, honeyed, ripe wines. This is succulent from ripe fruit, with the acidity bright and vivid, finishing with sweet pineapple and apricot flavors.",Quintaine,33,90,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Guillemot-Michel 2008 Quintaine (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guillemot-michel-2008-quintaine-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Guillemot-Michel ,White,France,"Ripe fruit in the mouth, with a fine layer of green plums, apricots and balancing acidity. An open wine, generous in texture and weight, ready to drink in the next few months.",Mâcon Buissières Le Monsard,,90,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Mâcon Buissières Le Monsard (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-macon-buissieres-le-monsard-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon ,White,France,"Caramel aromas announce a wine that is soft, rounded, with honey and butter flavors. The wine is rounded, rich.",Tête de Cru,35,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2008 Tête de Cru (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2008-tete-cru-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Fuissé 13.5,White,US,"Dry and crisply acidic, this wine shows racy tropical citrus fruit, gooseberry and green grass flavors. Benefits from some barrel-fermented Sémillon that adds a desirable creaminess and nutty, buttery richness. The result is wonderfully drinkable.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bernardus 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is a lush and enticing wine with notes of black berry liqueur, crushed violets, black cherry and a touch of cigar box. The mouthfeel is creamy and full with robust fruit flavors carrying through to the long finish. Sexy and very drinkable now, so drink up and enjoy!",Dragon's Lair,19,90,Franschhoek,,,Bellingham 2005 Dragon's Lair Red (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2005-dragons-lair-red-franschhoek/,Red Blend,2005,Bellingham 13.5,White,US,"Made in a Chablis style, this Chardonnay is bone dry and crisp in acidity. The pineapple and peach flavors are integrated with stony minerals. It's not a complex wine, but is super-clean and zesty, a nice complement to shellfish, mushroom risotto or a perfectly roasted chicken.",,17,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bearboat 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bearboat-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bearboat 13,White,Germany,"This wine shows the honeyed notes of a top vintage, spiked with clove and petrol. At 13% alcohol, the additional weight shows in the mouth, where there's also just a hint of residual sugar on the lingering finish.",Johannisberg Hölle Erstes Gewachs,,90,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2007 Johannisberg Hölle Erstes Gewachs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2007-johannisberg-holle-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Johannishof ,White,France,"Well-balanced wine, ripe fruit, touches of wood, light spice, ginger and sweet apples. Structured, held well together by wood.",Vieilles Vignes,28,90,Burgundy,Mâcon-Charnay,,Jean Manciat 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Mâcon-Charnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-manciat-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-macon-charnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Manciat 14.8,Red,US,"A very pretty wine, dry and delicious in cherry pie filling, cocoa, spice and sandalwood flavors. The tannins are just perfect, rich and soft, providing a velvety texture to the richness. Cabernet Sauvignon constitutes 11% of the blend, but the wine still shows that Cabernet Franc, by itself or almost nearly, needs something more to give it extra oomph.",,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2006 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2006-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Jarvis 14,Red,South Africa,"Here's an intense and brooding Shiraz with fantastic depth and character. Aromas of whole bacon slab, kirsch, black berry and cigar tobacco prime the palate for the full flavor experience. The creamy mouthfeel is loaded with black fruit flavors integrated with sweet woody spice throughout. The finish is long and the impression strong. Pair with an equally flavorful dish to avoid the wine being overwhelming.",Cathedral Cellar,17,90,Coastal Region,,,KWV 2006 Cathedral Cellar Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2006-cathedral-cellar-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2006,KWV 14.5,Red,US,"This lush, attractive Cabernet impresses for its explosion of blackberry, cherry, cassis and dark chocolate flavors that are so rich and fine. It's almost sweet, but stands back at the last second, making the finish dry and spicy. A beautiful wine for drinking now and over the next 4–6 years.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Whitehall Lane 11.5,White,Germany,"The continental nature of Franconia only allows Riesling to prosper in locations such as this, where the special microclimate has imbued this wine with honeyed ripeness, a medium-bodied, creamy texture and hints of peachy fruit.",Stettener Stein Kabinett Trocken,32,90,Franken,,,Weingut Am Stein 2008 Stettener Stein Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-am-stein-2008-stettener-kabinett-trocken-riesling-franken/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Am Stein 12.5,White,Spain,"Grassy aromas along with capsicum, nettle and green fruit aromas are pungent and exciting. The palate is spritzy and lively, while the flavor profile balances sweet, candied green fruit flavors with more driving, intense tastes of lime and green melon. Forward, fun and elevated; drink now for ultimate freshness.",,18,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Blanco Nieva 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanco-nieva-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Blanco Nieva ,White,France,Well structured wine with plenty of ripe fruit. The freshness of fruit is replaced by spice and peach flavors.,Le Clos,57,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2008 Le Clos (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2008-le-clos-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Fuissé ,White,US,"Young, sharp, and spicy, with underlying layers of peach, apricot, Meyer lemon, butter and caramel. This clearly needs a lot more cellar time to reach its full potential, but it is already a lovely wine to sip at meal's end.",Fancy Pants Late Harvest,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2008 Fancy Pants Late Harvest Sémillon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-fancy-pants-late-harvest-semillon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sémillon,2008,Mark Ryan 13.5,White,US,"Nice and dry, with a crisp cut of acidity that gets those tastebuds whistling. If you like gooseberries, it's for you, although there are far richer tropical fruit flavors in this lovely wine. The vineyard is in St. Helena.",Carol's Vineyard,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,J. Lohr 2009 Carol's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-carols-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,J. Lohr 14.4,White,US,"This enormously rich Chardonnay was grown in the winery's dramatic mountain vineyard. It's powerful in concentrated pineapple jam and lemon fruit, while winemaker interventions add creamy notes of vanilla, honey and buttered toast. What it trades in nuance, it more than makes up for in sheer power.",,35,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2008 Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2008-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2008,Hess Collection 13.5,White,Italy,Rive Alte is a beautiful blend of white grapes that offers loads of aromatic intensity backed by creamy structure and fruity succulence. This wine is refined and elegant with an impressively complex bouquet.,Rive Alte,34,90,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Ronco del Gelso 2008 Rive Alte White (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-gelso-2008-rive-alte-white-isonzo-del-friuli/,White Blend,2008,Ronco del Gelso ,Red,US,"Malbec is probably the most under-rated Washington red, but a wine such as this may change that. It's beautifully styled, tight in the midpalate, but with a broadly fruity entry that mixes berry and plum, cassis and chocolate, with a vein of mint. Winemaker Chuck Reininger has a masterful touch with tannins, and as with the rest of his reds, this is smooth and seductive, without harsh edges but with firmness and flesh. Young and primary, it looks to be a wine that can age for up to a decade.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2006 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2006-pepper-bridge-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2006,Reininger 13,White,Portugal,"A lightly wood aged wine, deliciously fresh and creamy, hinting at smooth Chardonnay-like textures. A light perfume from Malvasia adds piquancy to this attractive, textured wine.",Reserva Branco,16,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Filoco 2008 Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-filoco-2008-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Quinta do Filoco ,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged wine, with ripe yellow fruits, spice and a smooth, creamy character, kept firmly in place by apple skin texture and a flinty edge.",Branco,,90,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2009 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de la Rosa 13,White,Germany,,Rüdesheim Berg Schlossberg Spätlese Trocken,49,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2007 Rüdesheim Berg Schlossberg Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2007-rudesheim-berg-schlossberg-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Schönborn 12,White,Germany,,Trocken,,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2008 Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2008-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Johannisberger 14.5,Red,US,"Tremendously complex, offering ever-changing elements for the palate to discover. Cherries, raspberries, dusty spices, gingerbread, bacon fat, sweet vanilla, toast, they all flood together. Delicious, but seems a little soft, possibly lacking the structure to age.",Alexis Skye,49,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Ellman Family 2008 Alexis Skye Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ellman-family-2008-alexis-skye-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ellman Family ,Red,US,"Deep, fruity and still a bit closed down, it brings supple black cherry and cassis fruit, tightly wrapped with hints of layering. Mineral, graphite, smoke, earth, licorice, clove and more seem to be lurking beneath the surface. Give it extra breathing time, or cellar for 8 – 10 years.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2007 McKinley Springs Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2007-mckinley-springs-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Coeur d'Alene ,Red,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine, smooth and rich. Spice and toast combine with elegant soft tannins, sweet stone fruits and tight acidity. It feels rich, not heavy, its velvet texture gliding over the palate.",Vinha Grande,20,90,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 2007 Vinha Grande Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-2007-vinha-grande-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casa Ferreirinha 14.5,Red,US,"You'll find an unusual note of freshly crushed black pepper in this Pinot Noir. Not overwhelming, but enough to vie with the cherries, cola and sandalwood. It's an excellent wine, dry and silky, although not on a par with the magnificent 2007.",Sundawg Ridge Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sequana 2008 Sundawg Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2008-sundawg-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sequana ,White,France,"Good wood, spice, ripe plum juice and balanced acidity. This is a wine with potential, balanced and rich.",Vieilles Vignes,27,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Pierre Vessigaud 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-vessigaud-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre Vessigaud 13.5,White,US,"Wow. What a nice white wine. It may have a little oak—the winery doesn't say—but it's basically stainless steel-fermented, which allows the Meyer lemon, lime, peach and papaya flavors to star. Brightened with crisp acidity, it's beautiful as a cocktail sipper, and with shrimp cocktail, pot stickers, a nice roast chicken. Contains 2% Viognier.",Block Collection River Ranches,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Geyser Peak 2009 Block Collection River Ranches Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2009-block-collection-river-ranches-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Geyser Peak 14.7,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is dry, smooth and complex. There's a wonderful earthiness and herbalilty to it, with green olives complementing Cabernet's blackberry and black currant fruit, as well as the effects of oak aging. Shows real elegance and interest, at a very fair price. Drink now.",Cabernet Family,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Gain Bay 2008 Cabernet Family Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gain-bay-2008-cabernet-family-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Gain Bay ,Red,Portugal,"A mid-priced wine from Crasto, a soft cushion of a wine, rounded, enveloping bright berry fruits. There are tannins, but they are comfortably ensconced in the rich, appealing juicy fruit.",Crasto Superior,25,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2007 Crasto Superior Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2007-superior-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Crasto 13,White,Portugal,"A softly wood-aged wine, its fruit deliciously enhanced by the light vanilla character. Very fresh, crisp, mineral texture, packed with grapefruit and lime flavors. The aftertaste is bright, taut.",Azeo,25,90,Douro,,,Quinta de São José 2009 Azeo White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-jose-2009-azeo-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de São José 14.5,Red,US,"Super-delicious, a soft, luscious wine whose cherry, raspberry and cocoa flavors are wrapped into velvety tannins. Made even richer by the vanilla and toasty caramel of oak barrels. Defines ready-to-drink Napa Valley Merlot.",,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Whitehall Lane 14.4,Red,US,"A robust wine with strong, complex flavors of cherries, red currants, mocha, grilled meat, bacon and plenty of peppery spices. A bit forward and unsubtle, but deliciously dry, with smooth, dusty tannins and a cut of acidity. Seems at its best now with rich fare like lamb. Mourvèdre, Carignane and Graciano.",Parcel 17,32,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2007 Parcel 17 Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2007-parcel-17-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2007,Twisted Oak 14.2,Red,US,"The vineyard bears only a Monterey appellation, but the location is strategically close to both the Santa Lucia Highlands and the Arroyo Seco. The wine is quite good, racy in acidity and dry. It offers complex flavors of strawberries and cherries, with earthier notes of sautéed wild mushrooms and mulch. A real success, and a wine that will pick up bottle complexity over the next 4–5 years.",San Saba Vineyard,49,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2008 San Saba Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2008-san-saba-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wrath ,Red,US,"Just the second Cabernet Franc from this winery, this is a pure, 100% varietal expression, dappled with cinnamon spice, hints of coffee, softly grainy tannins, and lovely blueberry/cassis fruit. Both elegant and powerful, it marks an important step forward for the winery. The velvety mouthfeel, polished tannins and judicious barrel notes add up to a thoroughly delicious effort.",,36,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2007 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Woodinville Wine Cellars ,White,France,"Ripe, soft, with just the right amount of fresh acidity. The wine has a bright texture, crispness, rounded out by pear flavors, topped with cream.",Vieilles Vignes,40,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château Vitallis 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vitallis-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château Vitallis 13.8,White,US,"A beautiful Pinot Gris that defines the drier, more elegant style in California. This 2009 is entirely consistent with past vintages from Etude, which have been superior. Shows Meyer lemon, lime, vanilla and peppery spice flavors, with a long, distinguished finish. Etude hasn't raised the price in many years. Production was 3,319 cases.",,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2009 Pinot Gris (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Gris,2009,Etude ,White,France,"Very textured wine, with apple skin tautness, followed by acidity, a touch of wood, and final spice. Attractive wine that could age for 1–2 years.",Aux Scelles,,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Marcel Couturier 2008 Aux Scelles (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcel-couturier-2008-aux-scelles-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Marcel Couturier ,White,France,"Rich wine, full in the mouth, bringing wood and ripe apple flavors well together. Delicious.",,18,90,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Manuel Seguin 2008 Viré-Clessé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-seguin-2008-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Manuel Seguin ,White,France,"A smoothly textured wine, full and ripe, with great pear flavors, giving rich acidity as well as a texture that shows apricot skins and green plums.",,35,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Manuel Seguin 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-seguin-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Manuel Seguin 14.7,Red,Australia,"A terrific value, Dutchke's Willow Bend is a round, generous blend that features complex spice elements alongside lush fruit. Cassis and blackberry notes are tinged with cocoa, cinnamon and licorice.",Willow Bend Shiraz-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,20,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Dutschke 2007 Willow Bend Shiraz-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutschke-2007-willow-bend-shiraz-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Dutschke 14,White,New Zealand,"Made in Dry River's hallmark Pinot Gris style of ripeness and lush fruit, this is a broad, fairly sweet wine that suggests honey, ripe melon and peach. The richness on the palate shows ample concentration, while the finish lingers, long and sweet, hinting at cinnamon and clove. 15 cases imported.",,55,90,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2009 Pinot Gris (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-martinborough/,Pinot Gris,2009,Dry River 9.5,Dessert,US,"A fine complement to the Forgeron Late Harvest Sémillon, this is equally sweet (9.5%) but fortified to just under 18% alcohol. It's reminiscent of Benedictine & Brandy – orange liqueur with some alcohol power. Nice focus and balance.",,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2008 Orange Muscat (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2008-muscat-orange-columbia-valley-wa/,Orange Muscat,2008,Forgeron 13,White,France,"Soft, rounded, broadened by a touch of toast, this is a ripe and honeyed wine, the acidity very present, balanced by intense pear and grapefruit flavors.",Vaucoupin Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Corine Perchaud 2008 Vaucoupin Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corine-perchaud-2008-vaucoupin-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Corine Perchaud 15.5,Red,Spain,"Powerful and raisiny on the nose, with asphalt, char and cassis. The palate is saturated and sweet, with flavors of black raisin, plum and blackberry. Staunch on the finish, with licorice and blackness. Solid, strong Garnacha. Drink now through 2012.",Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Garnacha,95,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2007 Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Garnacha (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2007-coleccion-parcelas-garnacha-grenache-garnacha-rioja/,Garnacha,2007,Dinastía Vivanco 14.5,Red,Argentina,"If you know Begegas, then you know they don't make timid or particularly elegant wines. This blend of Cabernets Sauvigon and Franc along with Merlot is sturdy, savory, earthy and deep, which is all in the house style. The palate is big, blowsy and chewy, with roasted black fruit, earth, prune and chocolate flavors. Figgy and spicy on the finish, and ready to drink now.",Finca Libertad,25,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2007 Finca Libertad Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2007-finca-libertad-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Benegas ,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet has a very strong flavor. It's almost assaultive in blackberries and black currants that are sweet and jammy, while oak adds even sweeter notes of caramel and butterscotch. The result is somewhat awkward, too much of a good thing. Seems like it needs time to integrate and resolve contradictions. Try after 2013.",Clone 6 Unfiltered,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2006 Clone 6 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2006-clone-6-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bell 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a soft, rich red wine that satisfies for its velvety mouthfeel and complex flavors. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Merlot and Petit Verdot, it offers blackberry, currant, bacon, dark chocolate and black pepper notes that finish smooth and long. Advances the argument for these unusual blends from Paso Robles.",Oyster Ridge,50,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2007 Oyster Ridge Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2007-oyster-ridge-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Ancient Peaks 13,White,France,"A concentrated and ripe wine, dominated by spicy wood and pineapple with creamed peach flavors. The texture is full, dense, very rich.",Terra Incognita,,90,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Terra Incognita (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-terra-incognita-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 12.5,White,Germany,"This blend, from several estate vineyards, is slightly off-dry, with a power and thickness to it in the mouth that belies its modest 12.5% alcohol. Honeyed pear and briny gravel notes are complex and satisfying, while reflecting the limestone marl soils of the region.",100 Hills Dry,21,90,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2009 100 Hills Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2009-100-hills-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Wittmann ,White,France,"Fine and fresh, brightened by grapefruit, lemon zest and bright acidity, this is a delicious wine, ready for seafood, finishing so clean and crisp.",La Roche,36,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Gilles Morat 2008 La Roche (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-morat-2008-roche-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Gilles Morat 14.85,Red,US,"Pronounced Kay-lee, this Red Mountain Syrah remains a bit tight and tannic, with hints of green tea in the finish. The fruit is tart and compact, with a nose of blueberry and brown sugar. Tannins are quite hard and slightly bitter; this will require some further cellaring.",Ceidleigh,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Efeste 2007 Ceidleigh Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2007-ceidleigh-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Efeste 12,White,Germany,"This blended trocken offers plenty of Pfalz character at a reasonable price. Brined peaches and honey show the warmth and minerality of the region in a flattering light, carried by a rich texture and a long finish.",Trocken,20,90,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2008 Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2008-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan ,Red,Portugal,"An elegant, finely rounded wine, with firm tannins as well as fresh acidity. There is a solid, dark structured edge, the damson fruit flavors richly integrated into the texture.",,,90,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2008 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2008-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de la Rosa 14,Red,Italy,Punggl is a very expressive Pinot Grigio (one third of the wine is aged in large oak casks) that imparts fruity tones of peach and melon along with some spicier tones of pastry cream and vanilla. It shows good structure and silkiness in the mouth.,Punggl,22,90,,Alto Adige,,Nals Margreid 2009 Punggl Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nals-margreid-2009-punggl-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Nals Margreid 12,White,Germany,"The Kaseler Nies'chen's steep slope of blue slate faces the sunny south, accounting for this northerly site's ability to produce a dry Riesling that reached 12% alcohol in 2008. Although many Ruwer and Saar wines seem overly lean and sinewy when made in a dry style, this example verges on opulent, with exotic tropical fruit notes.",Kaseler Nies'chen GG Trocken,,90,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2008 Kaseler Nies'chen GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2008-kaseler-nieschen-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and velvety in texture, this wine shows plenty of oak, but it's high-class oak, all cedar, spice and vanilla, wrapped around a core of cassis, with some brighter fruit tones sneaking in as well. Drink now–2015.",Noble Baron,50,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Château Tanunda 2006 Noble Baron Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanunda-2006-noble-baron-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Château Tanunda 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark, mossy and rich on the nose, with dried cheese, leather, baked character and heat that pretty much comes with the territory. The palate is smooth but not flabby, with blackberry, dark plum and chocolate flavors. Mildly herbal and long on the finish, with balance. An impressive example of blended Malbec and Syrah.",Estate,16,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2008 Estate Shiraz-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2008-estate-red-blend-shiraz-malbec-mendoza/,Shiraz-Malbec,2008,Doña Paula ,Red,Portugal,"From vines in the Douro Superior, a soft, rich wine, polished with black cherry and wood. It is finely concentrated, flavored with spice, tarragon and a final solid, chunky structure.",Curva Reserva,35,90,Douro,,,Sogevinus 2007 Curva Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogevinus-2007-curva-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Sogevinus ,White,Italy,"The 2008 vintage has produced a beautiful edition of this elegantly oak-aged Pinot Grigio. This is a refined and elegant wine that shows excellent fruit and careful winery work. It's fragrant and creamy with aromas of apricot, citrus, white almond and honey.",Sot Lis Rivis,24,90,,Friuli Isonzo,,Ronco del Gelso 2008 Sot Lis Rivis Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-gelso-2008-sot-lis-rivis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Ronco del Gelso ,Red,US,"A solid, earthy, dusty, lightly leathery Cabernet Sauvignon. Though perhaps not technically perfect, it captures the palate imagination with texture and detail, and a light touch which keeps the alcohol around 14% and the tannins proportionate. No massive new oak here either, though the (virtually impossible to read) back label notes that it was made in 100% French oak, half of it new.",Upland Vineyards,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Robert Ramsay 2007 Upland Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2007-upland-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Ramsay ,White,France,"Full in the mouth, well–structured, ripe wine, showing great bright white fruits, a vibrant acidity, layered with wood. Delicious.",,,90,Burgundy,Mâcon-Fuissé,,Jean-Claude du Roure 2008 Mâcon-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-roure-2008-chardonnay-macon-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean-Claude du Roure 14.7,Red,US,"Tasted in a flight of more expensive Pinot Noirs, this beauty did just fine. It's an absolutely lovely wine to drink now. Dry and silky, with refreshing acidity, it offers complex berry, cherry, cola, spice and oak flavors. Easy to find, with 4,700 cases produced.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Crema 14.5,White,US,"Made in the oaky-fruity style that makes some Chardonnays cloying, but saved by brisk acidity and a steely minerality that must come from chalk and rocks in the soil. The flavors are of pineapples and tangerines.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Sanford 11,White,Germany,,Leiwener Laurentiuslay Spätlese Feinherb,50,90,Mosel,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2008 Leiwener Laurentiuslay Spätlese Feinherb Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2008-leiwener-laurentiuslay-spatlese-feinherb-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,St. Urbans-Hof 14.5,White,Italy,This bright and sophisticated Pinot Grigio offers unique richness and complexity of aromas. The wine is creamy and generous on the palate and would pair well with shellfish or creamy shrimp risotto.,Egg Leiten Exclusiv,24,90,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2009 Egg Leiten Exclusiv Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2009-egg-leiten-exclusiv-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,St. Pauls 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Great Malbec for the money, and one that gives the impression that it's three or four times more expensive than it is. From 40-year-old vines, this is concentrated and complex, with graphite, plum, prune and blackberry aromas. The palate is heavy but correct, and the primary flavors of berry and plum segue into fig and chocolate with ease.",1919,12,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lopez Noceti 2008 1919 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lopez-noceti-2008-1919-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Lopez Noceti 13.5,White,Italy,"The Zuc di Volpe line boasts an exceedingly attractive expression of Pinot Bianco that is both aromatic and textured at the same time. The wine sees some oak aging that has helped shape aromas of almond, honey and fresh peach.",Zuc di Volpe,40,90,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2007 Zuc di Volpe Pinot Bianco (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2007-zuc-pinot-blanc-bianco-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Bianco,2007,Volpe Pasini ,Red,US,"A mix of Columbia Valley vineyards contributed to this Bordeaux blend, which opens aromatically with dusty red fruits, a silky mouthfeel, soft tannins and a moderate level of alcohol (14%). Immediately likeable, with mulberry/blackberry fruit, pretty chocolate and a whiff of smoke, but this could be cellared for another six or eight years.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),North by Northwest 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/north-by-northwest-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,North by Northwest 14.3,Red,US,"Lots of bright acidity and upfront raspberry, cherry and apricot jam fruit in this attractive wine. It's vivacious and delicious and dry enough to merit repeated sipping without palling. Best now and for a few years.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Follette 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2008-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Follette 14.8,White,US,"Shows the upfront fruit and oak of the popular style of Chardonnay, but earns extra points for dryness, acidity, creaminess and minerality. The fruit veers toward delicious pineapples. Drink now with rich shellfish, Ahi tuna, lobster risotto.",Reserve Bald Mountain Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2008 Reserve Bald Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-reserve-bald-mountain-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Martin Ray 13.5,White,Italy,"This is an excellent Sauvignon from Northeast Italy that stays true to the variety with aromas of cut grass, kiwi, citrus and passion fruit. The aromatic intensity is impressive and the wine is compact and refreshingly crisp and vibrant in the mouth.",,31,90,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2007 Sauvignon (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2007-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-collio/,Sauvignon,2007,Mario Schiopetto 13.5,White,Italy,"This blend of Chardonnay with various aromatic varieties makes a wonderful first impression on the nose. The bouquet is ripe and generous with passion fruit, spring flowers, honey and stone fruit. In the mouth, the wine shows rich, creamy density.",Beyond the Clouds,48,90,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2008 Beyond the Clouds White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2008-beyond-clouds-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2008,Elena Walch 13.5,White,US,"Made with no oak, this 100% Sauvignon Blanc shows the way the variety's flavors develop in the winery's estate vineyard in St. Helena. Those totally dry flavors are of Meyer lemons, lemongrass, melons, golden mangoes and perfectly ripe pears, and they are boosted by mouthwateringly crisp acidity. A lovely wine that shows how well Sauvignon Blanc can do in Napa's flatlands that are unsuitable for Cabernet Sauvignon.",,28,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ehlers Estate 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ehlers Estate 15,Red,Australia,"A harmonious blend of cherries, cedar, chocolate and mint, Henry's Seven somehow manages to be creamy in texture without carrying any excess weight--it seems almost light on its feet, lingering elegantly on the finish.",Henry's Seven,32,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Henschke 2007 Henry's Seven Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2007-henrys-seven-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2007,Henschke 15.5,Red,US,"Rich fruit and oak mark this delicious Cabernet Sauvignon. You can't help but like the blackberries, plums, currants, licorice, cocoa and toast flavors, or the way the tannins are so smooth and refined. Good now, with a brief decant, and should hold for 4–5 more years.",Estate,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frazier ,White,France,"The Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru, mainly planted with Pinot Noir, also has a small parcel of Chardonnay in a chalky part of the vineyard. This white brings out great minerality, showing the acidity of the year, very crisp and citrusy.",Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru,55,90,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Chandon de Briailles 2007 Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-briailles-2007-ile-vergelesses-premier-cru-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Chandon de Briailles ,White,France,"Tight and mineral in character, with grapefruit and touches of new wood to go with the fresh, dominant, taut acidity. The crispness stays right through, giving a bright, citrus aftertaste.",Le Tesson,75,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Michel Bouzereau 2008 Le Tesson (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-bouzereau-2008-le-tesson-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Michel Bouzereau ,White,France,"From a walled clos in the village of Chardonnay, this is a rich wine, full of creamy caramel-tinged fruit, ripe and spicy, beautifully soft and opulent.",Mâcon-Chardonnay Clos de la Crochette,,90,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Mâcon-Chardonnay Clos de la Crochette (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-macon-chardonnay-clos-crochette-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon ,White,France,"The aromas are spicy, toasty,and on the palate the wine is fresher, with attractive crispness, giving bright apple skin flavors.",Clos Marie,,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine de la Soufrandise 2008 Clos Marie (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-soufrandise-2008-clos-marie-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Soufrandise 13,White,France,"While the wood is important here, it is beautifully integrated into the ripe fruits, the fresh acidity and the layers of flint and chalk texture. A delicious lemon juice acidity comes at the end.",Sur la Carrière,,90,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2008 Sur la Carrière (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2008-sur-carriere-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet ,White,France,"Fresh, bright wine, all crisp lemon and grapefruit flavors. It has a fine texture, offering apple skin and lemon zest. Worth aging.",Clos Varambon,,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château des Rontets 2008 Clos Varambon (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rontets-2008-clos-varambon-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château des Rontets ,White,France,"Soft and creamy, with a good touch of wood, ripe apples and a line in citrus and honey. Rounded, attractive.",Les Brulés,57,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2008 Les Brulés (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2008-brules-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Fuissé 14.5,Red,Australia,"Chewy and persistent on the finish, which marks this as a candidate for the cellar, this is a richly textured Cabernet from a top McLaren Vale site. It's admittedly a bit charred in character, with hints of mocha and toast amid the cassis, but the fruit wins out in the end. Try 2015–2023.",Hickinbotham,50,90,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Hickinbotham Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-hickinbotham-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clarendon Hills 13,White,France,"Driven by a concentrated mineral character, this is initially an austere wine. It has fresh green fruit and wood flavors, very juicy while the taut side of the texture is prominent. Age for 2-3 years.",Domaine des Deux Roches Vieilles Vignes,24,90,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Domaine des Deux Roches Vieilles Vignes (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-domaine-deux-roches-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier ,White,France,"Crisp and incisive, a wine that shows roundness and softness, finished with bright and fresh acidity. A small amount of Pinot Blanc is in the blend, a legacy of plantings in the 1980s.",Haut-Marconnets Premier Cru,55,90,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Haut-Marconnets Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-haut-marconnets-premier-cru-chardonnay-savigny-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils ,White,France,"A full, rounded wine, packed with rich fruits. While it is soft, the texture is bright, crisp and delicious.",Les Clos Reyssie,42,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Bret Brothers 2008 Les Clos Reyssie (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2008-clos-reyssie-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Bret Brothers ,White,France,"Rich fruit balances with a delicious lemon character, touched by spice, finished with grapefruit juice. This is a bright, crisp wine that will be delicious in another year.",Les Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru,74,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Les Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-les-gouttes-dor-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils ,Red,US,"It may be the only wine in America that quotes Mahatma Gandhi on the back label. It's a fine effort, full, muscular and deep, with a blend of wild berries, black cherry, spicy oak, black licorice and espresso. There is plenty of barrel toast evident, but the fruit stands up well to it, supple and strong, and though it's delicious today, it is a good cellar candidate for up to a decade.",Indomitable,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2007 Indomitable Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2007-indomitable-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Woodinville Wine Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"This is a lovely Zinfandel, soft and appealing. It has fine balance and is dry and rich in cherry, currant, Provençal herb, spice and tobacco flavors. Shows real complexity as it changes in the glass.",,25,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2007 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2007-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Paul Dolan ,Red,US,"Sharp and penetrating, vertically structured, and just now coming out of its youthful shell, the 2006 is beginning to show its long- term aging potential. Compact blueberry and blackberry fruit comes with a hint of black olive; it's ripe, quite firm and wrapped into chewy tannins and natural acids, with a lemony finish.",,33,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Syzygy 2006 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2006,Syzygy ,White,France,"Youthful yeasty aromas appear at this early stage, the palate showing the same character. The fruit is firm and structured, the acidity very marked along with its tense mineral character. For aging.",Les Truffières Premier Cru,69,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Les Truffières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-truffieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah for drinking now with an elaborate steak or chop. It's bone dry and medium-bodied, with lush flavors of blackberries and cherries, violets, smoked meat, licorice, cola and sandalwood, finished with oodles of peppery spices. Feels fancy and detailed in the mouth.",,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2007 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Longboard 14.7,Red,US,"This tiny production (655 cases) Pinot from one of the most famous vineyards in Santa Barbara County is enormously rich in raspberries, cherries and sandalwood. It's not very subtle now but delicious, like a dessert pasty, although it's totally dry. Easy to like, although at this price, you might want a little more complexity. Try stashing it in the cellar for 2–3 years.",Block 8 Bien Nacido Vineyard,56,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Block 8 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-block-8-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foxen 13,White,France,"A smooth and concentrated wine, very rich. Peach and nectarine fruits dominate, the acidity coming from a crisp citrus streak. The wine could benefit from another year in bottle to reveal its true intensity.",Non Filtré,25,91,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine Thibert Père et Fils 2008 Non Filtré (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thibert-pere-fils-2008-non-filtre-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Thibert Père et Fils ,White,France,"While there are plenty of vanilla flavors here, the fruit has weight, richness, flavors of yellow fruits, spice and a great final freshness.",Les Birbettes,,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château des Rontets 2008 Les Birbettes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rontets-2008-birbettes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château des Rontets ,Red,Portugal,"The Quinta da Leda is in the Douro Superior region, giving rich wine, wood-edged, with great fruitcake spice, herbs, firm tannins. This is a beautifully thick-textured wine, needing several years to fully develop.",Quinta da Leda,70,91,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 2008 Quinta da Leda Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-2008-quinta-leda-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casa Ferreirinha 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep and dark, with coffee, toast, mocha and black fruit aromas. The palate is full and chunky, with thick, soft berry fruit that's a touch roasted and soupy. In the mouth it's a blockbuster with grating tannins, while the finish is unctuous and earthy, with mild heat and burn. Malbec with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc.",Gernot Langes,110,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Norton 2005 Gernot Langes Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2005-gernot-langes-red-lujan-cuyo/,Red Blend,2005,Bodega Norton 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with classy, focused leather, herb, spice and black-fruit aromas that are full but not aggressive. Juicy and fresh, wtih cherry, cassis, and raspberry flavors. Revs up and picks up steam on the finish, and the higher acidity level says age it, which isn't so common for Malbec. Drink now through 2016.",Aya,,91,Other,San Juan,,Bodegas Borbore 2006 Aya Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-borbore-2006-aya-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2006,Bodegas Borbore 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sound as can be on the nose, with rubber, baked berry and pastry aromas. The palate has a very nice feel to it along with flavors of dark, rich blackberry, roasted black plum, chocolate, fig and mocha. Lush, modern and smooth, with just the right weight, kick and bite. Drink now through 2012.",Ultra,24,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2007 Ultra Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2007-ultra-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kaiken ,Red,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine, the fruit spiced up with some firm tannins and chunky fruits. The acidity gives the wine a delicious black plum richness, emphasized by the ripe, dense structure.",Meruge,35,91,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2007 Meruge Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2007-meruge-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Lavradores de Feitoria ,White,France,"There is good freshness here, the wine ripe, soft, with a fine crispness. Acidity, some wood, plum and currant flavors give texture and a final taut texture.",Grumes d'Or,,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Grumes d'Or (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-grumes-dor-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Henri de Villamont 15,Red,US,"A very good wine, delicious and soft, although it shows a certain one-dimensionality. But what a delicious dimension that is. Floods the mouth with blackberry, cherry and raspberry tart, milk chocolate, red licorice, spicy bacon and smoky sandalwood flavors. Easy to like, a lot, although it shows some heat toward the finish. Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache.",Z Three,42,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2006 Z Three Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2006-z-three-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Zaca Mesa ,Red,US,"Supple and detailed, this delightful Merlot has more grip than most non-Washington Merlots in this price range, and the fruit, though ripe, brings with it a wild, untamed character. Cherries, golden raisins and figs fill the palate, then glide into a milk chocolate-slathered finish.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Walla Walla Vintners ,Red,Argentina,"Despite early woody aromas of sawdust and pencil shavings, this is yet another in a long line of fine Malbecs from Pascual Toso. The black-fruit nose equals pure power (and oak), while the palate is a potent brew of lusty blackberry, mocha and fine acidity. Long and lasting on the finish. A fine example of Mendoza Malbec.",Reserve Las Barrancas Vineyards,20,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2008 Reserve Las Barrancas Vineyards Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2008-reserve-las-barrancas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Pascual Toso 13.5,Red,Spain,"An endearing, balanced, controlled Toro with earthy aromas of blackberry jam, fine leather and mellow herbs. The palate is big, tannic and rock solid, while the flavors are perfectly approachable, sweet and tilt toward chocolate and blackberry. A bit creamy on the finish, with molasses and caramel. Drink now through 2013.",Juan Rojo,22,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Matarredonda 2006 Juan Rojo (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarredonda-2006-juan-rojo-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Matarredonda ,Red,US,"Winemaker Marie-Eve Gilla adds just 5% Malbec to the blend, “to fill in the middle fruit,” she explains. Just released prior to this tasting, it was still quite tight, with a hard shell around the black fruits. Dried herbs and sweet grain highlights add complexity, and the mix of vineyards (Pepper Bridge, Klipsun, and Alder Ridge) brings the best characteristics of three different AVAs into play.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Forgeron ,Red,US,"The blend is 50% Syrah, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 11% Malbec – pretty close to the '06 cuvée. You'll find juicy black cherry, raspberry and cassis in the nose, filtered with smoke and black licorice. This captures the strength of the '07 vintage with depth and detail, packaged in a sleek, richly-flavored wine whose half Syrah/half Bordeaux blend is in perfect proportion.",Red Wine,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syzygy 2007 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2007-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Syzygy ,Red,US,"A young, tight wine, with a strong mint/herbal component, and a little hint of bacon fat. This is a lovely expression of Cabernet, neither jammy nor sweet, but showing nuanced details that range through a wide mix of mushroom, herb, stone and loam. Which is not to discount the fruit—tart, spicy, and vivid, with a profusion of wild berries.",,36,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syzygy 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Syzygy 14,Red,Portugal,"A gorgeous ripe wine, rich and opulent while still finely balanced. The berry fruits are super-ripe, judiciously extracted, finished with great spice, some toast and structured tannins. For aging over 5–6 years.",Passadouro,,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2007 Passadouro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2007-passadouro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Passadouro ,White,France,"A rounded, soft wine that balances good ripe green and white fruits, fresh acidity and a light layer of wood. Finely made, worth aging.",,30,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Thibert Père et Fils 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thibert-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Thibert Père et Fils 12.8,White,US,"A deliciously zesty Sauvignon Blanc. It doesn't seem to have any oak, but you won't miss it, because there are wonderful vanilla, honeysuckle and buttered toast notes that enrich the peach, pineapple, green apple, honeydew melon and mineral flavors. Great price for a wine so rich and complex.",,16,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emmolo 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmolo-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Emmolo ,White,France,"Full, rounded wine starring creamed apples and pink grapefruit acidity. The wine is crisp, fresh, with a firm texture and lively acidity.",Vieilles Vignes,41,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Cordier 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cordier-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cordier ,Red,Portugal,"From upper Douro vineyards owned by Quinta de la Rosa, this is a powerful, firmly tannic wine, a great expression of fruit from this remote region. Black currant, wild acidity and impressive tannins hold a solid, concentrated wine together.",Passagem,,91,Douro,,,Quinta das Bandeiras 2007 Passagem Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-bandeiras-2007-passagem-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta das Bandeiras 14.5,Red,Spain,"This small-lot Tempranillo is the best wine from this producer that I've come across. It's full, dark and pure, with bold berry and black plum aromas. It's on the verge of overripe but brings things back to lush, raisiny and flavorful due to just-right acidity. Best if you like thick, chunky, weighty reds with flesh and richness. Drink now through 2012; 75 cases produced.",Selección Personal,75,91,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Val de Los Frailes 2005 Selección Personal Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2005-seleccion-personal-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2005,Val de Los Frailes ,Red,US,"From 35-year-old vines, this dark, smoky, exotically aromatic Cabernet spent 22 months in American oak, and not too surprisingly that oak influence is still being absorbed, with some rough edges. The fruit is full, lightly (and most agreeably) herbal, supple with blueberry and boysenberry dominating. Give it extra breathing time or better still another year or two in the cellar, and it will smooth out considerably.",Old Vine,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2007 Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2007-old-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Upland Estates ,Red,Portugal,"From vineyards in the Douro Superior, this is a rich wine, shot through with dark, tarry tannins, big black fruit flavors, spiced by American and French wood aging. The texture is deliciously rich and mellifluous.",Callabriga,15,91,Douro,,,Sogrape 2007 Callabriga Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2007-callabriga-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Sogrape 16.1,Red,US,"A vigorous, deeply flavored Zinfandel, made from old vines. Impressive for the depth of its black and red wild berry fruit, with nuances of anise, cocoa and a touch of raisins. And lots of spice, which suggests pepper steak. But be warned, the alcohol is very high.",Old Vines,24,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2007 Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2007-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Pezzi King 13.5,White,US,"Grown in the Carneros, this beautiful Albariño has just a touch of oak that adds a creamy butteriness to the texture. But the mouthfeel belongs to crisp acidity and rewardingly complex tangerine, Meyer lemon, nectarine and mineral flavors that go on and on into the finish. A brilliant success. Try as an upscale alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peter Franus 2009 Albariño (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2009-albarino-napa-valley/,Albariño,2009,Peter Franus ,Red,US,"Crafted by Mark McNeilly (Mark Ryan winery), this pure Syrah was cellared in about one third new oak. Tasted shortly after its release, it still showed a bit of a liquorous new oak scent, but without turning up the heat in the finish. The fruit is young and bright, a mix of raspberry, cassis and red licorice.",Collaboration Series III Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Grand Rêve 2007 Collaboration Series III Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grand-reve-2007-collaboration-series-iii-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Grand Rêve ,White,France,"Full in the mouth, round and rich, the wine is finely structured, fresh and ripe at the same time. Delicious.",Alliance,32,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Daniel Barraud 2008 Alliance (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-barraud-2008-alliance-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Daniel Barraud 14.7,Red,US,"A firm, juicy mix of cranberry, cherry and cassis fruits. Fresh garden herbs are followed with a hint of green coffee bean, the tannins tight and a bit hard. Unyielding at first, this is structured for medium-term aging, with just a bit of alcoholic heat in the finish.",Dead Horse Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2007 Dead Horse Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2007-dead-horse-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mark Ryan 14.8,Red,US,"Held back an extra year, this wine shows lots of crunchy acidity. It's also still fairly tannic. Together, those two structural elements will permit it to age, but the question is whether the fruit is dense enough. The flavors include raspberries, pomegranates, cola, rhubarb and sandalwood. Could surprise after 2013.",Cristina Don Miguel Vineyard,49,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2006 Cristina Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2006-cristina-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Marimar Estate ,White,France,"Big and broad with fruit that is full and ripe, packed with golden apple flavors. It has great texture and sweetness, with a well-judged touch of vanilla from the wood.",Goutte d'Or Premier Cru,69,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2008 Goutte d'Or Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-goutte-dor-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour ,White,France,"A rounded wine, with a counterpoint of apple skin texture, the fruit flavors offering acidity as well as green plums. The texture is plush, velvet, delicious.",Charmes Premier Cru,69,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2008 Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour ,White,France,"Green plum aromas, rounded, full, but deliciously textured with apple skin and pear flavors along with a line of honeyed wood.",Les Trois Terroirs,,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Cheveau 2008 Les Trois Terroirs (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cheveau-2008-trois-terroirs-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cheveau 14.5,Red,Spain,"Tight on the nose, with dense aromas of black fruit, leather, dried cheese and earth. It's also fairly smoky and lively, with textured tannins, a generous mouthfeel and complex flavors of berry, pepper and spice. A lively, forward style made from Tempranillo, Graciano, Garnacha and Mazuelo.",Colección Vivanco 4 Varietales,85,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2007 Colección Vivanco 4 Varietales (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2007-coleccion-4-varietales-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Dinastía Vivanco 14.2,Red,US,"This is a rich, plump young Pinot Noir. It's medium-bodied and velvety, with plum, black cherry, bacon and Indian spice flavors, and with a lovely coat of sweet, smoky sandalwood. The tannin-acid balance suggests 5–7 years in the cellar, although it's fine now with a decant.",Ingrid's Vineyard,80,91,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Bernardus 2008 Ingrid's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-ingrids-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bernardus ,White,France,"A structured wine, the weight and severe mineral character showing through richness. White peaches balance the acidity and a smoky layer from wood. It is drinkable now, but really worth aging a year.",Mâcon Milly-Lamartine Clos du Four,,91,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Mâcon Milly-Lamartine Clos du Four (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-macon-milly-lamartine-clos-four-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A smooth operator with sweet aromas of cotton candy, caramel and baked black plum. The palate is exceedingly flush yet refined, while the meaty flavor profile entails roasted berry fruit and herbs. Finishes with sweet, easy notes of caramel and toast. Drink now through 2013.",Cincuenta y Cinco,120,91,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2009 Cincuenta y Cinco Pinot Noir (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2009-cincuenta-cinco-pinot-noir-rio-negro-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bodega Chacra 12.3,White,Italy,"This is a fantastic Sauvignon Blanc that invites glass after glass. On the one side you have the vibrant fragrances of this aromatic variety, and on the other, you have the wine's delicious creamy texture. It's gorgeous on all levels and would pair with seafood risotto con cream di scampi (shrimp cream sauce).",Quarz,55,91,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2008 Quarz Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2008-quarz-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2008,Cantina Terlano ,White,France,"Initially soft, this wine then reveals a firmer structure, and a salty and mineral texture. There is an element of toastiness, rounding out the crisp apple and citrus fruit flavors. A cool, elegant wine.",Les Caradeux Premier Cru,60,91,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Les Caradeux Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-caradeux-premier-cru-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14,Red,Argentina,"Clean, cedary and dynamic, with fine black-fruit aromas on the nose. The palate has a full, layered texture that impresses, while the flavors of black cherry, blackberry and boysenberry carry toasty, dark, chocolaty accents. Savory and warm on the finish, with lots of power. A blend of 75% Malbec with 20% Tempranillo and 5% Syrah.",Reserva,16,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ca' de Calle 2008 Reserva Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-calle-2008-reserva-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Ca' de Calle 12.5,White,France,"A great swathe of rich, well–defined fruit and a complex texture of pear and apple skins along with the freshest grapefruit and citrus character. This is an intense wine, the fruit fully in focus.",Domaine la Soufrandière Climat les Quarts,50,91,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Bret Brothers 2008 Domaine la Soufrandière Climat les Quarts (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2008-domaine-soufrandiere-climat-quarts-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Bret Brothers 13.9,White,US,"So dry, so clean, so acidic and minerally, just a great version of a Loire-style Sauvignon Blanc. With little or no oak, it shows brilliant lemongrass, peach, vanilla and spice flavors. A wine that cleans and stimulates the palate, and a welcome addition to the top tier.",,16,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Girard 14.4,White,US,"Ultra-rich and decadent, Morgan's 08 Double L shows its signature tropical fruit, apricot and mineral flavors, accented with the smoky vanilla, buttered toast and caramel from toasted oak, and brightened with acidity. Although it's dry, it's oozing in glycerine and honey. Will not age, so drink up.",Double L,36,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2008 Double L Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-double-l-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Morgan ,White,Portugal,"The wood appears slowly in this young wine. 100% barrel fermentation gives it breadth without losing the cream and apple freshness, and the final bite of acidity.",Redoma Branco,25,91,Douro,,,Niepoort 2009 Redoma Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2009-redoma-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Niepoort ,Red,Portugal,"While a definite toast element has developed in this wine, it still has the rich, structured fruit—black currant and dark plum and licorice—and serious tannins that are still softening.",Duas Quintas Reserva,39,91,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2006 Duas Quintas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2006-duas-quintas-reserva-red-douro-119578/,Portuguese Red,2006,Ramos-Pinto 13,White,France,"A wine that is broad, feeling full-bodied, with weight, pear and quince fruit flavors. The wine is attractively plump, toast and acidity adding richness. It opens slowly to give a rich aftertaste.",Domaine des Deux Roches Rives de Longsault,20,91,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2007 Domaine des Deux Roches Rives de Longsault (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2007-domaine-deux-roches-rives-longsault-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2007,Collovray et Terrier 14.5,Red,Australia,"My favorite of the 07 Cabs from Clarendon Hills is this burly effort, which manages to be muscular, yet supple at the same time. Mocha, black cherry and vanilla notes combine in familiar harmony, and although this is tannic and structured, the fruit is in proper proportion. Best from 2012–2020.",Brookman,50,91,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Brookman Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-brookman-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clarendon Hills ,Red,US,"This young, vigorous Cabernet is full of ripe, upfront fruity flavors, yet it's dry and complex, and is grounded by a pleasing tug of herbaceousness. Most notable is the rich blackberry, raspberry and currant fruit, and the way the sweet, smoky oak complements it. Drink now for freshness.",,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bell ,White,France,"Ripe and soft, with a texture that is well balanced, this wine has peach and apricot flavors marrying well with the layers of wood. There is a strong, fresh element to give the wine a final lift.",Clos de France,37,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Roger Lassarat 2008 Clos de France (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-lassarat-2008-clos-france-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Roger Lassarat 14,Red,Italy,"This intense Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from northeast Italy offers impressive density and complexity with pure aromas of blackberry, spice, leather and tobacco. It's a rich, elegant wine that can be paired with game dishes.",Rosso Riserva degli Orzoni,47,91,,Collio,,Russiz Superiore 2005 Rosso Riserva degli Orzoni Red (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russiz-superiore-2005-rosso-riserva-degli-orzoni-red-collio/,Red Blend,2005,Russiz Superiore 13.9,White,US,"What a lovely wine to sip as a cocktail. It's almost like a fino Sherry, with brisk acidity and a clean, salty tanginess that stimulates the mouth and prepares it for food. Shows a bone-dry minerality that undergirds the citrus and lemongrass flavors. Really fine, with controlled alcohol. Production was 1,366 cases.",,20,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Martin Ray 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Martin Ray ,Red,US,"Ripe red raspberry fruit fills the nose; this seems more fruit forward than most other Klipsun designates. The tannins have been wrangled into submission, giving the wine good balance immediately, while preserving the acidity and tannic depth to age well. The blend is 57% Cabernet Sauvignon and 43% Merlot—a classic, un-fussy, straight-ahead Red Mountain style.",Water Witch Klipsun Vineyard Red Wine,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2007 Water Witch Klipsun Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2007-water-witch-klipsun-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mark Ryan 14.9,Red,US,"Made in an immediately appealing style, this Pinot is soft and lush and vast in fruit and oak richness. It floods the palate with cherry and raspberry pie filling, vanilla, cinnamon and sandalwood flavors, and the texture is silky and elegant.",Reserve,40,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rodney Strong 14,Red,Portugal,"Inspired by the two halves of the Douro (the other being Ribera del Duero in Spain), this Portuguese wine has minty, ripe, velvet textures, smooth and full-bodied. Very polished and classy, with soft acidity, tarry tannins, new wood and plum juice flavors.",D + D,52,91,Douro,,,Sogevinus 2006 D + D Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogevinus-2006-d-d-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Sogevinus ,White,France,"Rounded with a good texture, this is a wine that has a good future. It has weight, fruit that is fresh and well wooded showing plenty of spice and bright acidity.",Vers Pouilly,34,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Pierre Vessigaud 2008 Vers Pouilly (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-vessigaud-2008-vers-pouilly-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre Vessigaud 14.8,Red,US,"Quite a good wine, with Cabernet-esque blackberries and black currants, and a rich toastiness from charred oak. Feels a little angular and jammy in youth. Give it two or three years in the cellar to soften and mellow.",Red Wine,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peter Franus 2006 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2006-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Peter Franus 14.5,Red,Australia,"The most recent release of Penfolds' “Baby Grange” is a beauty, loaded with the chocomint character that has made it famous. Dark berry and cassis take over on the creamy, lushly textured midpalate, finishing long and velvety. Drink now or hold up to 15 years.",Bin 389,36,91,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2007 Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-bin-389-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2007,Penfolds 14,White,Italy,"Here's a gorgeous Riserva expression of Pinot Grigio with a creamy, dense mouthfeel and prominent aromas of peach cream, apricot, almond paste and honey. Those yellow fruit flavors last long on the palate and would pair with shellfish or white meat. Very nice.",Mongris Riserva,30,91,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2007 Mongris Riserva Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2007-mongris-riserva-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2007,Marco Felluga ,White,France,"Balanced, delicious wine, bringing in very fresh fruit, ripe apple flavors, a mineral streak of acidity and finely textured wood. Could keep for another 1–2 years.",Les Longues Terres,,91,Burgundy,Mâcon-Loché,,Marcel Couturier 2008 Les Longues Terres (Mâcon-Loché),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcel-couturier-2008-longues-terres-chardonnay-macon-loche/,Chardonnay,2008,Marcel Couturier 14.5,Red,US,"Loads of plum, dark chocolate, blackberry and exotic spices in this big, dry wine. Oak, too, in the form of exquisite vanilla and caramel. It's absolutely delicious, but maybe a little one-dimensional, showing that Petit Verdot by itself needs some help from other varieties.",,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2007 Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2007-petit-verdot-petite-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2007,Jarvis 14.5,Red,US,"It's all about sweet, delicious flavor in this 100% Cabernet. Dazzles the mouth with the essence of blackberries, cassis, cherry tart with the smoky crust, chocolate and exotic sandalwood, wrapped into the richest, finest tannins you can imagine. Compulsively drinkable, if a little too forward with its charms. Now–2013.",Estate,85,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2005 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2005-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Jarvis ,Red,US,"The name references the clone number for this single-clone Cabernet Sauvignon. Since it is also a single-vineyard estate wine, it captures terroir in a meaningful expression. Still young, sharply defined and tannic, it is showing a lot of barrel flavors, especially clove. The Cabernet fruit is right in line with Gordon Brothers style, capturing the herbal aspects of the grape, in perfect balance, with a beautiful mix of cassis, earth and fresh, sweet herb. Very limited.",Six,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2008 Six Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2008-six-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Gordon Brothers ,Red,US,"Always a favorite from this Walla Walla producer, the 2005 Merlot includes about 6% Cabernet Franc. Firm and muscular, with a dense core of blackberry, black cherry and cassis, it sprinkles in ground coffee and a streak of licorice. The style is deep, dark, laced with graphite, and definitely built for long -term cellaring.",,27,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2005 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2005-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2005,Forgeron 13,White,Germany,,Forster Jesuitengarten Grosses Gewächs,,91,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2008 Forster Jesuitengarten Grosses Gewächs Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2008-forster-jesuitengarten-grosses-gewachs-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 14.8,Red,US,"A very fine Cab Franc that shows how well the variety can do when well made. It's soft and silky in the mouth, with rich flavors of red cherry pie and licorice, edged with spicy, cedary complexities. Drink now with a good steak.",Limited Release,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2006 Limited Release Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2006-limited-release-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Conn Creek 13.5,Red,Portugal,"With six years' aging, this is a delicious, soft and mature wine. The fruit and acidity have been subsumed into a balsam and spice flavored wine, with a touch of mint and sweet chocolate. It is delicious now, not for aging further.",Casa das Mouras Reserva,20,92,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2004 Casa das Mouras Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2004-casa-das-mouras-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"A powerful, spicy, sweet-fruited wine that is rich and concentrated. Ripe plums and dark chocolate work together with a firm tannic core. A dense wine for aging.",Rufo,16,92,Douro,,,Van Zellers 2008 Rufo Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-zellers-2008-rufo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Van Zellers ,Red,Portugal,"A lovely, sophisticated wine that wears its concentration easily. A medley of black fruit flavors goes with intense spice, acidity and final mineral, tannic structure. Age for 4–5 years.",Reserva,,92,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de la Rosa 14.5,Red,Australia,"Old-vine Shiraz from the valley floor imparts great richness and a creamy texture to this wine's tannins, framed easily by hints of vanilla. Yet it's not a simple fruit-and-oak concoction—with time in the glass it steadily unfurls to reveal herbal and spice complexities. Marries power and elegance; drink now–2015.",The Factor,105,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2006 The Factor Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2006-factor-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Torbreck 14.4,White,US,"One of the better Napa Valley Chardonnays out there. The fruit was sourced from various parts of the valley. Fruity richness is balanced with clean, zesty acidity, and the overlay of 50% new oak is just fine. Shows vanilla cream, pineapple, mango and lime flavors, with a pretty minerality.",Amalia,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Palmaz 2008 Amalia Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmaz-2008-amalia-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Palmaz ,Red,US,"Nothing shy here; this 100% Primitivo, from the Stonetree vineyard, lists the alcohol at 15.5%. Dark and musky, lightly earthy and soft, it's a luscious bottle which blankets the tongue with rustic (in a good way) black fruits and exotic spices. For the finishing kicker, barrel aging brings in dark chocolate. Rare and wonderful.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2007 Primitivo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2007-zinfandel-primitivo-columbia-valley-wa/,Primitivo,2007,Forgeron ,Red,US,"A candidate for the best Zinfandel in Washington, this firm, claret-like offering is loaded with sweet berries and spicy, pine needle penetration. Supple and smoky, it threads a dark streak of iron ore into the polished tannins. Very fine winemaking.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2006 Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2006-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2006,Forgeron 14.5,Red,US,"This wonderful wine showcases the blender's art. The grapes come from 11 appellations throughout the valley, and the wine, while notable for its delicious flavors, also is great in structure. It has soft tannins and refreshing acidity, and is entirely dry, with moderate alcohol. Those flavors include raspberry jam, cherry-vanilla cream, cinnamon and white pepper. So easy to like.",,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decoy 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decoy-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Decoy ,White,France,"Balanced, a wine that shows the right richness, spice, great wafts of fresh plums, peaches, lifted by acidity and rounded by a fine wood element.",Domaine des Deux Roches Plénitude e Bonté,30,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Domaine des Deux Roches Plénitude e Bonté (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-domaine-deux-roches-plenitude-e-bonte-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier ,White,France,"Initially tight with a dominance of wood. Then the wine opens into greater opulence, with yellow fruits coming forward. There is a delicious, lively undertow of citrus to give balance to all this richness.",Domaine du Pavillon Les Charmes Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Albert Bichot 2008 Domaine du Pavillon Les Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-domaine-pavillon-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Albert Bichot ,Red,US,"Ross Mickel (Ross Andrew Winery) made this Côtes du Rhône-style blend, a flashy riot of floral scents and earthy, funky fruit. Even with several hours breathing time it feels tight—decanting is mandatory. But give it a few years in the cellar and it will unpack even more layers of flavor. Dry and astringent in the mouth, it brings young flavors of cranberry juice and grape concentrate, plenty of acidity and minerality, and excellent depth.",Collaboration Series II Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Grand Rêve 2007 Collaboration Series II Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grand-reve-2007-collaboration-series-ii-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Grand Rêve ,Red,US,"Yummy is the first word that comes to mind, followed by sounds of lip smacking. It's a rich bundle of extracted cherry and raspberry fruit, driven deep with juicy acidity, and bound with ripe tannins. The penetration and vivid tartness are remarkable, and supremely satisfying.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2006 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2006-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2006,Helix by Reininger 14,Red,US,"From a winery that's piling up an impressive record with Mendocino Pinot Noir comes this crisp, silky wine. It's light in color and deceptively light in body, in the way of some great Burgundies that age effortlessly, even when you think they won't. Dry and pure, it has sweetly complex wild cherry, raspberry, cola and smoky oak flavors. Fine now, and could really surprise in six years or more.",Beeson Tree,40,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Phillips Hill 2008 Beeson Tree Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2008-beeson-tree-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Phillips Hill 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific red wine. Stood out in a blind tasting among expensive Napa Valley Bordeaux-style reds. The grapes are from the winery's high-elevation ranch in Potter Valley. The wine shows firm tannins and a brisk backbone of acidity, with the cherry, red plum and currant flavors grounded with fresh herbs, mushrooms, grilled meat and a smack of tamari that suggests Chinese mushu pork. Really a dramatic wine that should hold over the next four years.",,38,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Kimmel 2007 Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kimmel-2007-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2007,Kimmel 12.5,White,France,"Tight and mineral wine, with a great citrus character, fresh green fruits broadened by wood toast, while the acidity is as crisp as possible. It has a youthful apple skin texture, and would repay a couple of years' aging.",Vaillons Premier Cru,35,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre ,Red,US,"A signature wine for Walla Walla Vintners, this new edition of Cabernet Franc (blended with 9% Merlot) strikes the perfect chord—a harmonic mix of bright, brambly berry fruit, peppery herb, clean earth and baking chocolate. Substantial and tight, this is a return to a chewier, more tannic style that will nicely accompany a thick, juicy steak.",,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2008 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Walla Walla Vintners ,White,France,"A very ripe wine that holds its freshness at the same time. It has weight, concentration, the wood only showing through gently and finally. For aging.",Vieilles Vignes,,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Vins Auvigue 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Vins Auvigue ,Red,US,"All estate-grown, this beautifully crafted Cabernet is a fine expression of Columbia Valley fruit. It's lifted with juicy berry and black cherry flavors, then expanded with notes of cola, earth, leaf, herb and roasted coffee. Everything is in proportion, and the overall impression is of balance and elegance; depth without excess. It's a style of Cabernet that may have fallen out of favor, but shows exceptional grape growing and winemaking skills.",,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Gordon Brothers 15.1,Red,US,"This is a really nice wine. It tastes like Merlot should, soft and fruity. Shows cherry, violet, bacon and sandalwood flavors that finish long and spicy. Great value for a wine of this quality. Drink now.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Waterstone ,Rose,US,"Just a fabulous bottle of rosé, this hides its 1.4% residual sugar under a blanket of tasty, fresh strawberry and cherry candy fruit flavors. Lush and mouthfilling, with good length and the sort of zippy mouthfeel that has you reaching for another sip as soon as you swallow.",Far Away Vineyard Très,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Trio Vintners 2009 Far Away Vineyard Très Rosé (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2009-far-away-vineyard-tres-rose-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rosé,2009,Trio Vintners 11.5,White,Germany,,Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Trocken,30,88,Mosel,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2008 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2008-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Clusserath-Weiler ,White,France,"Ripe wine, with smooth vanilla and apricot flavors and an opulent texture. There is acidity, but it is swallowed by the ripe yellow fruits.",,49,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2008 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 16.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied, lush and creamy in texture, this Merlot epitomizes the Marquis Philips style. There's a coating of charred oak, superripe fruit and plenty of size without much acid or tannin. Drink this slightly warm (16.5% abv) wine over the next 6–9 months.",Marquis Philips,15,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,R Wines 2008 Marquis Philips Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2008-marquis-philips-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2008,R Wines 15,Red,US,"This is a pretty good Syrah. It's very dry, and comes down on the earthy side, with the briary blackberries tempered with herbs, tobacco, leather and pepper. Feels rich and layered, a nice wine to have with lamb or beef.",,23,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom 2006 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2006,Chatom 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Concentrated and a bit reduced with aromas of chocolate sauce-drizzled raspberries, balsamic glaze and woody spice. Lush dark fruit abounds in the round mouth with medium dusty tannins providing a fine sandpaper texture. The flavors of all-fruit preserves and black plum transition to a kick of spice on the finish. Drink now.",,20,88,Breedekloof,,,Deetlefs 2007 Merlot (Breedekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2007-merlot-breedekloof/,Merlot,2007,Deetlefs 14,Red,Spain,"Potent, dark and concentrated, with aromas of fresh blacktop, bacon and blackberry. The palate is layered and pretty deep, with dark flavors of blackberry, bitter chocolate and burnt oak. Intense and just complex enough. Good wine made from Monastrell, Garnacha and other grapes.",,16,88,Central Spain,Almansa,,Atalaya 2008 Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalaya-2008-red-almansa/,Red Blend,2008,Atalaya 13.5,White,US,"A really nice wine, especially if you're looking for something from California that's bone dry and modest in alcohol. Sleek with mouth-cleansing acidity, it shows intricate flavors of apricots, green apples and grapefruits.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ludwig 2008 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ludwig-2008-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2008,Ludwig ,White,France,"With its ripe fruit, touched by wood, this is a full wine, the freshness a lively burst in the background. Bright green plum and citrus give everything a great lift.",,,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 12.5,White,Italy,"Tolloy brings us a bright and luminous Pinot Grigio with a very attractive price tag. You'll recognize aromas of citrus, peach, passion fruit and kiwi and the wine would pair with tuna or curry chicken salad.",,13,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Tolloy 2009 Pinot Grigio (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolloy-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tolloy ,White,France,"This is soft, full of ripe white fruit flavors. The wine is broad, showing some freshness along with the forward richness. It is likely to age relatively quickly.",,49,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 14.5,White,US,"The apricot and pear flavors are obviously very ripe, but they're balanced by brisk acidity, and a certain stong minerality you often find in Carneros Chardonnays. Oak plays its part. A bit obvious, but for the price, there's plenty of opulence.",Route 121,15,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,RouteStock 2009 Route 121 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2009-route-121-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,RouteStock 13,Red,Portugal,"This new baby from Crasto is an easygoing wine, full of berry fruits, gentle tannins. It is ready to drink, finishing softly and freshly.",Flor de Crasto,12,87,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2008 Flor de Crasto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2008-flor-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Crasto ,Red,US,"Snoqualmie can legitimately lay claim to being Washington's most consistent and reliable producer of mass market, value-priced wines. This tart and racy Syrah is a fine example of the quality—no frills, but no fudging either. It tastes like fruit—blueberries and boysenberries, with some leafy, herbal tannins. In perfect balance, it's a fine every day wine with more flavor interest than most ten buck merlots and cabs.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Snoqualmie 12.5,White,Italy,"A drying mineral tone slices through the center of this luminous Pinot Grigio and adds a pretty edge to aromas of peach, citrus and pear. It also wins points in the mouth thanks to its tonic, fresh fruit flavors.",,15,87,,Friuli Grave,,Plozner 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plozner-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Plozner 14.5,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied Barossa blend displays supple tannins and a silky finish, making it immediately accessible. Hints of smoke and sweat and complexity to the currant aromas and flavors.",Clancy's - Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot,16,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2007 Clancy's - Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2007-clancys-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2007,Peter Lehmann 12.5,White,Spain,"For the most part, this is your typical clean, simple, easygoing quaffer. The nose isn't specific but it is pure and welcoming. The palate is good and fresh, with flavors of apple, citrus and a drop of pickle brine. Nothing hair-raising or life-changing, but it's perfect for affordable aperitifs and tapas.",,9,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2009 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2009-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,Marqués de Cáceres 14.5,White,US,"A very nice Chardonnay for fans of the ripe, oaky style, at a great price. It's rich in pineapple, cream and vanilla flavors, with zesty acidity and a honeyed finish.",,9,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Line 39 2009 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2009-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Line 39 14.5,Red,US,"Rich blackberry purée, blueberry jam, raspberry pie, cherry tart and cedar flavors in this Cab. Rather direct in its appeal, and a bit too sweet, but its solid New World style will appeal to some.",,69,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jeff Gordon 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jeff Gordon 14.9,Red,US,"Classic old-fashioned California Barbera. It's super-dry, hard in tannins and high in acidity. All that gives it a rather tough mouthfeel, but it should develop for 20 years. Good with tomato-based pasta dishes with sausage and beef.",,36,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ledson 2007 Barbera (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2007-barbera-sonoma-valley/,Barbera,2007,Ledson 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a very successful expression of Pinot Grigio that offers just the right level of structure and aromatic intensity against freshness and overall crispness. You'll get aromas of peach, citrus and mature pear.",Vigneto le Cocce,15,87,,Friuli Grave,,Le Due Torri 2009 Vigneto le Cocce Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-due-torri-2009-vigneto-cocce-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Le Due Torri 13.5,White,US,"What a great white wine for a house pour at this price. It's dry and zesty in acidity, and very rich in spicy peach, pineapple, tangerine, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors. This Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Muscat blend has a touch of oak, and production was 8,200 cases, so it should be easy to find.",Vintage White,9,87,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 2009 Vintage White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-vintage-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Kenwood 14.5,White,Italy,"Pinot Grigio, also known as Ruländer in the bilingual German-Italian region of Alto Adige, shows fragrant notes of honeysuckle and cantaloupe melon here. The wine is pristine, tonic and very refreshing in the mouth. Nicely done.",Dolomiti,15,87,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2009 Dolomiti Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2009-dolomiti-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a beautifully fragrant expression from northern Italy with bright aromas of sweet peach and honeysuckle. Gruppo La-Vis dedicates careful study and focus to Müller Thurgau and this pretty wine shows the impressive results that can be achieved.,Ritratti,15,87,,Trentino,,La Vis 2009 Ritratti Müller-Thurgau (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2009-ritratti-other-white-muller-thurgau-trentino/,Müller-Thurgau,2009,La Vis 14,Red,Argentina,"Latex, tire rubber, sauciness, mocha and cotton candy all share the nose, while the palate is forward, a touch scratchy and filled with bold black cherry and plum flavors. Shows some toast and burn on the finish, and overall it's a good Malbec with some mild bite and abrasiveness.",,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Manos Negras 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manos-negras-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Manos Negras 11,White,Germany,,Abtsberg Superior,29,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2008 Abtsberg Superior Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2008-abtsberg-superior-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Maximin Grünhäuser 13,White,Italy,Pinot Grigio and Verduzzo are blended to shape a fresh and luminous white wine that would pair with seafood or light chicken dishes. The wine is clean and sharp on the palate with zesty acidity on the close.,Masianco,16,87,,Delle Venezie,,Masi 2009 Masianco White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2009-masianco-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2009,Masi 12,White,Italy,"“Ramato,” or copper-colored Pinot Grigios like this, are becoming steadily popular. You get the best of Pinot Grigio in what is basically a rosé wine. Aromas here include slight shadings of cranberry and pomegranate seed, but the largest component of the bouquet focuses on white wine aromas of stone fruit and citrus.",Il Grigio Ramato,16,87,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2009 Il Grigio Ramato Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-il-grigio-ramato-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tommasi 11,White,Germany,,Estate Halbtrocken,18,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2008 Estate Halbtrocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2008-estate-halbtrocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Schönborn 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the silky texture, firm tannins and brilliantly developed cherry-berry and spice fruit of this fine vineyard, and is thoroughly dry. But there's a green, minty sharpness throughout that limits depth and ageability. Drink now.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,60,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2008 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2008-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sanford 14,White,Italy,"This is an excellent and truly enjoyable wine. cool-climate Alto Adige helps shape pristine aromas of citrus, lemongrass, yellow fruit and honey. Delicate aging in large oak brings almond and cream. It's a crisp, refreshing wine that would pair with most vegetable or seafood dishes.",Anger,19,87,,Alto Adige,,San Michele Eppan 2009 Anger Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-eppan-2009-anger-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,San Michele Eppan ,White,France,"A toasty, caramel aroma announce a fat, full wine, the fruit lost in all these wood flavors. The aftertaste is honey and vanilla.",Marie Antoinette,24,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Vincent 2008 Marie Antoinette (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-2008-marie-antoinette-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Vincent 14.9,Red,US,"This is a very big, elaborate Cabernet whose main feature is fruity flavor. It's explosive in blackberry, black currant, cassis and dark chocolate, accented with sweet, smoky oak. Made in the modern cult style, it's a little too sharp in the finish, but the richness is impressive.",Starr Ranch,48,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2007 Starr Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2007-starr-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Venteux 13.5,White,Portugal,"Rich and soft wine, the sweet peach flavors adding to a mango ripeness. There is toast to balance, while acidity at this stage is still struggling to show.",Branco,16,87,Douro,,,Van Zellers 2009 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-zellers-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Van Zellers 12.5,White,Portugal,"Creamy, soft wine, with hints of wood aging and a light, open texture. There are flavors of pear, pink grapefruit, greengage, along with a final burst of acidity.",Branco,16,87,Douro,,,Van Zellers 2008 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-zellers-2008-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Van Zellers 14.9,Red,US,"A good red wine that does just what Merlot is supposed to do, be enjoyable now. It's softly fruity and immediately likeable, with pleasant cherry pie, blackberry, cocoa and sandalwood flavors.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peter Franus 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Peter Franus 14,Red,Australia,"Merlot isn't what Australia is known for, but this is a tasty, toothsome wine at a realistic price. Delicate notes of cinnamon, clove and cocoa accent black cherries and cassis in this soft, creamy-textured effort. Drink it over the next year.",Reserve,12,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2008 Reserve Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2008-reserve-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2008,Yellow Tail 15.5,Red,US,"A pretty good wine, soft and appealing in blackberry fruit and oak, with refined tannins. Doesn't have the dramatic power of the Turnbull Cabs of the 90s, and unlikely to age. From the estate vineyard in Oakville.",Estate Grown,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turnbull 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Turnbull 13,White,Italy,"Bright aromas of Granny Smith apple, green fruit, melon and honey emerge from the nose of this fragrant expression of Pinot Grigio. It is creamy and textured in the mouth with a touch of smooth almond paste on the close.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Niedermayr Josef 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niedermayr-josef-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Niedermayr Josef 11.5,White,US,"Off-dry, with sugary flavors of pineapple and apricot jam and honeysuckle flowers. There's a beautiful streak of acidity and minerals. Defines a particular style with elegance and flair.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2009 Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2009-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2009,Koehler 13,White,US,"Fruity and fresh in Meyer lemons that taste baked into a pie, with vanilla, cinnamon and smoky pie crust flavors. For all the richness, the wine is dry and zesty in acidity. An easy, delightful wine as a cocktail, with spicy little appetizers.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Whitehall Lane 13.5,White,US,"You'll be amazed how rich and satisfying this Chardonnay is, given the everyday price. It stands next to far more expensive bottlings for opulence. The pineapple, buttercream and vanilla flavors are perfectly balanced with crisp acidity. Terrific value, with 21,000 cases produced.",,7,87,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Pepperwood Grove 14.2,Red,US,"Fruit fans will exult in this jammy Pinot Noir. It floods the mouth with raspberries, cherries and cola, with an elaborate coating of sweet, smoky sandalwood. The richness is balanced with fine acidity. Best now and over the next year or so.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ketcham Estate 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ketcham-estate-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ketcham Estate 14.5,White,Argentina,"The question is how much oak can you handle? If you like a heavily toasted, resiny type of full-bodied Chardonnay, add two or three points. If you absolutely hate that style, then subtract a few points. For those of us in between, look for resiny, toasty, heavy aromas on top of a thick, chewy palate full of baked apple and tons of wood spice. One-dimensional but well made.",Lindaflor,45,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2008 Lindaflor Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2008-lindaflor-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Monteviejo 14.1,White,US,"The vineyard is on the Sonoma side of the Carneros. The wine is very dry and brisk in acidity, and its pineapple fruit flavors are grounded with minerals. Oak plays a subtle role. The winemaker calls it a premier cru Chablis-style wine, which is not a bad description, although it's only ageable for 2–3 years before it plunges downhill.",Edina,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gofessel 2009 Edina Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gofessel-2009-edina-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Gofessel 14,White,US,"A nice apéritif wine, bone dry and mouthwateringly crisp in acidity, with clean lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors. Good with traditional shrimp cocktail, oysters on the shell, toast rounds with goat cheese and grilled veggies.",Estate Bottled,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2009 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2009-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Foppiano 14,White,South Africa,"A solid, well-made South African Chard that works for all budgets. Notes of wood-grilled apples, orange citrus and a touch of caramel unfold in the medium-weight mouth. Balanced and well-integrated with a touch of sweet spice shining through on the lingering finish. Drink now.",Bergkelder Selection,10,87,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2009 Bergkelder Selection Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2009-bergkelder-selection-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,Fleur Du Cap 14.7,Red,US,"You'd never know this was a Howell Mountain Cab, it's so fruity and accessible. Shows very rich blackberry jam, cherry pie, cola, sandalwood and exotic Indian spice flavors that are frankly delicious. But the structure is very soft, and the wine feels as candied as a dessert pastry.",,75,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell at the Moon 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-at-moon-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Howell at the Moon 13.5,White,Italy,"Here is a nicely executed Pinot Grigio with a slightly bigger, more succulent style than your standard Pinot Grigio. Mature fruit aromas of peach, honey and melon make for a nice balance against the wine's natural freshness.",,18,87,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 2009 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Conti Formentini 13.5,White,Italy,Contessa Manci shows slightly more structure and staying power than Concilio's base Pinot Grigio. This is a fresh and luminous white wine with ripe aromas of stone fruit and cantaloupe melon.,Contessa Manci,16,87,,Trentino,,Concilio 2009 Contessa Manci Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-2009-contessa-manci-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Concilio 14.5,Red,US,"This is a strongly flavored Cabernet. It has upfront blackberry and red cherry jam flavors, with some sweet spicy notes from French oak barrels. It's not a wine you want to age, but is smooth and flattering now.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decoy 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decoy-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Decoy ,White,France,"A wine with just the right Meursault opulence already the dominant character. The wine is fat, ripe, not losing sight of acidity or freshness, combining yellow fruits with a crisp, citrus final streak.",,60,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,US,"Claret is the old-fashioned word for Bordeaux, but it has no legal meaning in the U.S. This Cabernet-based wine contains some Syrah, which gives a smoked meat or bacon note to the blackberries and black currants. It's delicious, if a little sweet.",Claret,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2006 Claret Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2006-claret-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Bell 13,White,France,"Broad and ripe, this is textured with some citric character, its acidity cutting through the green plum flavors. The aftertaste is freshly mouth watering.",Les Beluses,,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chardonnay,,Cave de Lugny 2008 Les Beluses (Mâcon-Chardonnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2008-beluses-chardonnay-macon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Cave de Lugny 12,White,Germany,,Hochgewächs Feinherb,17,87,Mosel,,,Caspari-Kappel 2008 Hochgewächs Feinherb Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caspari-kappel-2008-hochgewachs-feinherb-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Caspari-Kappel 12.5,White,Portugal,"Broad, ripe style, concentrated while retaining lightness of touch. There is a good mineral element balancing the yellow fruits and rich texture.",Pintas Guru Branco,,88,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2009 Pintas Guru Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2009-pintas-guru-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Wine & Soul ,Red,US,"This is pure Mourvèdre from the McKinley Springs vineyard, a still-rare varietal in Washington with intriguing prospects. Without its Rhône cousins in the mix, Mourvèdre turns almost Bordeaux-like, firm and lightly herbal, with pretty black cherry fruit dominant. This is well-made, balanced and fresh, though the grapes are too young to have acquired the nuances of more established vines. A very good start for a promising new winery.",McKinley Springs,42,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Ramsay 2007 McKinley Springs Mourvèdre (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2007-mckinley-springs-mourvedre-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Mourvèdre,2007,Robert Ramsay ,Red,US,"This looks appealing right as it's being poured from the bottle. Deep blue/purple, it flows like honey, with a suppleness that suggests good things to come. Sniff—it's loaded with spicy, herbal, lightly funky Syrah character. Swirl—it gathers power and strength. Sip—this is Washington Syrah alright, with plenty of composty herb and funk, truffle and herb, but wrapped in deep black fruits. The acids leave a finish that is chalky and artificial, the only barrier to a higher score.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Ramsay 2006 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2006,Robert Ramsay ,Red,Portugal,"A big and dusty wine from young vines. Ripe and fruity, packed with sweet damson flavors as well as a fine layer of acidity. Drink young and fresh.",Pó de Poeira,,88,Douro,,,Poeira 2007 Pó de Poeira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2007-po-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Poeira 12,White,Germany,,Prinz Salm Berg Roxheim GG Trocken,,88,Nahe,,,Schloss Wallhausen 2008 Prinz Salm Berg Roxheim GG Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-wallhausen-2008-prinz-salm-berg-roxheim-gg-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Wallhausen 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"More red than pink, with cherry and raspberry aromas that say “pure red fruit.” The palate is forward and fresh, with tight flavors of black cherry and raspberry. Smooth in feel for a wine so fruity, with a good fade. All fruit and flavor; not much in terms of complexities.",Brut Rosado,18,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Sabartés NV Brut Rosado Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sabartes-nv-brut-rosado-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Sabartés ,White,Portugal,"Very mineral, flavors of quince and almonds in a tight structure. The wine needs several months to open out.",Passagem,,88,Douro,,,Quinta de Bandeiras 2009 Passagem White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-bandeiras-2009-passagem-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de Bandeiras 15.4,Red,US,"A lovely Zinfandel, light and fine in the mouth, like liquid silk. Although it's dry, it's very rich in raspberry jam, cherry pie and rose flavors, and there's also a lot of those famous Dry Creek briary spices. Good price for such a nice wine.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Pezzi King 14.8,Red,US,"A big, rich wine, candy-sweet in fruit and toasted oak. Shows the blackberry, cherry, nougat, roasted almond and chocolate flavors of a delicious granola bar. The tannins are a work of art, soft, intricate and refined.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peter Franus 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Peter Franus 13,White,Italy,"Surprising density and smoothness characterizes this structured Pinot Grigio. The wine is redolent of peach, melon and mature grapefruit with a touch of nutty almond on the close.",Mongris,18,88,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2009 Mongris Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2009-mongris-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Marco Felluga 13,White,Italy,"Livio Felluga's Pinot Grigio is distinguished by a thick, creamy mouthfeel and abundant aromas of peach, wild flower and vanilla cream. The wine is clean and pristine, yet structured and smooth at the same time. Very nice.",,24,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2009 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Livio Felluga 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"From a tough vintage, Oyster Bay's 2008 Pinot Noir has emerged as a value standout. Bold cherries are marked by touches of fresh herbs, maybe even minty notes, that serve to balance the almost-confected nature of the fruit. Drink it over the next several years.",,20,88,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Oyster Bay 12.5,White,France,"Attractive, crisp and citrus Chablis, light and fresh. The acidity is mouth-tingling, the flavor of pink grapefruit biting through the texture.",,,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Corine Perchaud 2008 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corine-perchaud-2008-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Corine Perchaud 14.5,Red,US,"Nicely dry and silky, with a good cut of acidity that tears across the cherry, pomegranate and cola flavors. Feels youthfully disjointed now, with jaggy tannins. Give it 2-3 years to settle down.",La Cruz Vineyard,36,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fourth Estate 2008 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fourth-estate-2008-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fourth Estate ,White,US,"A new offering from Forgeron, this fresh and juicy Fand light tropical fruits. Still yeasty and showing some recent bottling aromas, it is a fine example of pure Washington Marsanne and a wine that should improve over the next few years.",Boushey Vineyard,23,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Forgeron 2009 Boushey Vineyard Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2009-boushey-vineyard-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2009,Forgeron 14.1,White,US,"A tasty Sauvignon Blanc, with crisply acidic grapefruit, pineapple and lime juice flavors, touched with oak. A nice appetizer sipper, with some complexity. Good with asparagus risotto, bruschetta with goat cheese, a nice roast chicken with sautéed new potatoes and rosemary.",Redwood Ranch,25,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2009 Redwood Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-redwood-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Gary Farrell 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Black berries, leather and cigar box spice unfold on the nose, while flavors of lush black plum, cherry, prosciutto and mocha fill the creamy mouthfeel and lead through to the long finish. A terrific value Cab that's a great choice for company to pair with a roast or steaks; drink now.",,10,88,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Excelsior 14,White,Italy,"This is a very successful (from packaging to content) expression of Pinot Grigio from cool-climate northern Italy that offers pretty aromas of honey, peach and citrus. It tastes full and creamy on the close but also delivers refreshing crispness at the end.",Grauer,29,88,,Alto Adige,,Erste Neue 2009 Grauer Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erste-neue-2009-grauer-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Erste Neue 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a lovely Pinot Grigio with fruit aromas, floral notes and minerality that all blend together as one. The wine is fresh and clean and would pair with shellfish or even oysters.",Castel Ringberg,25,88,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2009 Castel Ringberg Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2009-castel-ringberg-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Elena Walch 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark, compact and with good lift. The nose is lively and the palate shows medicinal black cherry and coffee flavors. Juicy enough, with driving but blended acidity pushing a spicy, minty finish. Peppy but nice for Argentine Merlot.",,16,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cicchitti 2007 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cicchitti-2007-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2007,Cicchitti 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A heavy, roasted, charred nose gives this a dark outlook, and the bulky but smooth palate of black fruits and baked flavors does little to lessen the load. Feels good on the finish, although it tastes rather normal and a touch bitter. Round and fairly rich Malbec.",Privada,25,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Privada Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-privada-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Norton 13.2,White,Argentina,"Flowery lime, kiwi and mountain stream aromas reflect the wine's clean personality. The mouthfeel is fresh and lightly wavy, with lychee, kiwi, lime and green apple flavors. Clear throughout, with good balance and weight to the finish. Very nice for a tangy, zesty, lean sort of white.",Mil Vientos,15,88,Other,San Juan,,Bodega Merced del Estero 2009 Mil Vientos Torrontés (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-merced-estero-2009-mil-vientos-torrontes-san-juan/,Torrontés,2009,Bodega Merced del Estero 14.9,Red,US,"This wine resembles Zinfandel, although it's drier and smoother in the mouth, with a silky texture. Nonetheless, it has robust flavors of wild, dried dark fruits and berries, sprinkled with cocoa and black pepper. It's a nice wine to drink now with everything from roast ham to grilled chicken.",Block #4,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),C.G. di Arie 2007 Block #4 Primitivo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2007-block-4-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Primitivo,2007,C.G. di Arie 14.1,White,US,"This is a lovely Sauvignon Blanc that shows enough elegance and finesse to serve with fine food. It's dry and crisp, with citrus, lemongrass, gooseberry and mineral flavors. Nice with tempura appetizers.",,26,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Azur 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azur-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Azur 13,White,Italy,"You really can't beat the purity and liveliness of this luminous Chardonnay. This is a pure expression of the grape in its essence. The nose shows little sign of winery intervention and the mouthfeel is creamy and rich in a very understated, elegant way.",Somereto,17,88,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2009 Somereto Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2009-somereto-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2009,Andriano ,White,France,"Soft and ripe, a wine that is wide open. With its light and crisp character and attractive yellow fruits, this will develop quickly.",Beaune du Château Premier Cru,32,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2008 Beaune du Château Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2008-beaune-chateau-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2008,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of blackberry, rubber, asphalt and earth are full and gritty, while the palate has a tight frame and juicy acids. Flavors of zesty red cherry and currants are clean and forward, and on the finish it rounds out nicely, with licorice as a lasting flavor.",Atamisque,26,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Bodega Atamisque 2007 Atamisque Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-atamisque-2007-atamisque-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bodega Atamisque ,Red,US,"This is a nice, easy-drinking Merlot, but it also has enough complexity to pair with a good cut of meat. It's dry and shows stylishly fine tannins that frame rich flavors of blackberries, cherries, licorice and cola.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Bell ,White,France,"Delicious freshness here, with crisp fruits, citrus and apple and a touch of caramel. Very fresh, great acidity, hints of mineral and flint.",Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Réserve de Vaudon,29,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Réserve de Vaudon (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-domaine-vaudon-reserve-vaudon-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 13.5,White,Germany,,Retro Domos Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Spätlese Trocken,,88,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2007 Retro Domos Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2007-retro-domos-rudesheim-berg-rottland-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Johannishof 14.3,White,US,"New oak gives a vanilla cream and buttered toast accent to this pretty wine, but the basic fruit flavors also are nice, offering varietal waves of pineapples, pears and green apples. It's a super-drinkable Chardonnay whose richness suggests elaborate fare, like shellfish.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,La Crema 13,White,South Africa,"Vibrant, tart aromas of green gooseberries and lime rind elevate the underlying hay and fresh thyme herbal accents. Lean, barely ripe white peach and hard pear add volume to the medium-weight mouth. Balanced and seamless with a clean, refreshing finish. Drink up!",Vineyard Creations,10,88,Western Cape,,,Douglas Green 2009 Vineyard Creations Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douglas-green-2009-vineyard-creations-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Douglas Green ,Rose,US,"Spicy and completely dry, this fresh and fruity rosé is a pretty strawberry and salmon shade, with persistent flavors of cherry candy, lemon oil and nougat. There's a nice citrus snap to the finish.",Rosé,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2009 Rosé Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2009-rose-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2009,Waterbrook 13,White,South Africa,"A delicate and more nuanced wine that needs a little bit more attention to unearth all its complexities. A soft chalky minerality and dried thyme herbality complement the soft white peach and plantain aromas. The tangy, medium-weight mouth shows more lemony cirtus notes, supporting flavors of white currant and flowers. The finish is clean and brisk, leaving you ready for more. Drink now.",Professor Black,21,88,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2009 Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2009-professor-black-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Warwick 14.2,Red,US,"A good, medium-bodied, dry and silky Pinot Noir, from a vineyard in this well-regarded region in Monterey County. Shows rich cherry, plum and cola flavors, with oaky notes, although there's an acidic sharpness that cuts through the mouth. Drink now.",Fairview Vineyard,60,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2008 Fairview Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-fairview-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bernardus 13.5,Rose,France,"A beautiful rosé dominated by juicy stone fruit and a strong garrigue herbal character of lavender and rosemary on the nose. Fruit flavors abound in the mouth: cherry, nectarine and vibrant plum all mingle with the soft spice that lingers throughout the finish. Balanced with great finesse and nuance.",Pic Saint-Loup,20,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2009 Pic Saint-Loup Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2009-pic-saint-loup-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2009,Château de Lancyre ,White,France,"A wine that is full in the mouth, offering some wood flavors, also some tight acidity and a final, crisp edge.",Vieilles Vignes,57,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Fuissé 13.8,Red,US,"Pretty soft and delicate for a Petite Sirah, with the silkiness almost of Pinot Noir, except for the dark black color and firm, dry tannins. The blackberry, currant and leather have a touch of smoky cedar. Drink this pleasant wine with Mexican food, spare ribs, lasagna.",,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),C.G. di Arie 2007 Petite Sirah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2007-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Petite Sirah,2007,C.G. di Arie ,White,France,"While there is a somewhat meaty edge to this wine, it also has good rich texture. It probably needs time to bring out the full potential of its ripe yellow fruits.",En Carementrant,48,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Bret Brothers 2008 En Carementrant (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2008-en-carementrant-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Bret Brothers 12.5,White,France,"Really toasty, honey and lemon style of Chardonnay, tight and crisp. There are plenty of green plum and grapefruit flavors. Deliciously crisp, while also ripe.",Domaine la Soufrandière,35,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,Bret Brothers 2008 Domaine la Soufrandière (Pouilly-Vinzelles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2008-domaine-soufrandiere-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2008,Bret Brothers 12,White,Germany,,Classic,14,88,Nahe,,,Paul Anheuser 2008 Classic Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-anheuser-2008-classic-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2008,Paul Anheuser ,Red,US,"The use of 75% new oak applies a thick coating of vanilla over the fruit, which nonetheless is in plentiful supply, sweet, sappy and delicious. Immense black cherry and cassis turns a bit liquorous in the mouth, with streaks of tobacco, lots of vanilla and some finishing heat.",Wild Eyed,48,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2007 Wild Eyed Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2007-wild-eyed-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Mark Ryan 13,White,Italy,"Here's a very successful and aromatic Pinot Grigio from cool-climate Trentino in northern Italy. A small percentage of the grapes undergo air-drying (appassimento) for extra heft and richness on the finish. Aromas include apricot, tropical fruit and a touch of white almond.",,23,88,,Trentino,,Maso Canali 2009 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-canali-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Maso Canali 14,Red,Portugal,"Oscar Quevedo, a new star of the Douro, has produced a stylish wine, suffused with tannins, fresh acidity, solid black fruits and a lively bright feel. It is ready to drink, but could age 3–4 years.",Oscar's,12,88,Douro,,,Quevedo 2008 Oscar's Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2008-oscars-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quevedo 12.5,White,Italy,"This pretty ramato style Pinot Grigio (“ramato” refers to the copperish color you see here) delivers clean aromas of citrus, pomegranate, white cherry and a touch of cinnamon spice. Pair this wine with crab cakes or grilled Ahi tuna.",Malpelo,20,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Plozner 2009 Malpelo Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plozner-2009-malpelo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Plozner 14.5,Red,Australia,"The partially dried grapes that are used in this wine give it an intensely aromatic and unique character that resembles cherry liqueur, with sprigs of green herbs for garnish. It's medium-bodied, with an easy, supple style that fades a bit rapidly on the finish.",Serpico,75,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2007 Serpico Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2007-serpico-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mitolo ,Red,US,"Phinny Hill is in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA of Washington, a prestigious location near Champoux and other high end growers. This Carmenère has 5% Syrah added, but the varietal character dominates, with strong green leaf and herb flavors. The tannins are woody and the fruit fragrant with blackberry and cassis. Good varietal expression is the hallmark of this wine.",Phinny Hill Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nuthatch Cellars 2008 Phinny Hill Vineyard Carmenère (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuthatch-cellars-2008-phinny-hill-vineyard-carmenere-columbia-valley-wa/,Carmenère,2008,Nuthatch Cellars ,White,France,"A wine that seems designed for some aging, with youthful green fruits, a vibrant texture of apple juice and good depth of flavor.",,23,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Nicolas Maillet 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-maillet-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Nicolas Maillet 14.1,Red,US,"Quite a good Napa Valley Cabernet, with a complex tannin structure and tiers of blackberry, black currant, orange zest, Provençal herb, violet and anise flavors, and a touch of raisins on the finish. Don't be alarmed by the sediment it's already throwing in the glass. Feels somewhat sharp, which lowers the point score.",Cuvée Venus,48,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Narsai David 2005 Cuvée Venus Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/narsai-david-2005-cuvee-venus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Narsai David 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a successful expression of Pinot Grigio thanks to the wine's easy but studied sophistication and its creamy mouthfeel. Food-friendly and upfront, it would make a good match to seafood or white meat.",,22,88,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Abbazia di Novacella ,White,France,"Mouth-watering in its bright, pear juice freshness, this is a crisp and lemony wine, touched by cream with a tight texture layered by wood. The acidity is crisp, dominant.",,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2008 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-chardonnay-savigny-beaune/,Chardonnay,2008,Albert Bichot 14.3,White,US,"New oak (38%) vies with green apple butter and pineapple crême brulée flavors to dominate this wine, with neither winning out, suggesting that it's balanced. It's a very pretty, creamy, slightly sweet Chardonnay, balanced with brisk acidity.",,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,La Crema 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,La Crema 15,Red,South Africa,"Milk chocolate, blue berries, caramel sauce and sweet wood aromas create the impression of a somewhat reduced and confected Shiraz. But the palate comes forward with more vibrant and fresh fruit flavors of raspberry, plum and cherry to keep the sweetness from going overboard and overwhelming the wine. Overall, it's balanced and approachable with a solid, clean finish.",,29,88,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2005 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2005,Hartenberg 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Spicy and smoky with notes of dark red berries, rich red plum guts, tobacco and cocoa on the nose and palate. The finish is long and is loaded with roasted coffee beans, cocoa, and finally a bacony sweetness at the close. Balanced and well-integrated with firm but not overly assertive tannins. Drink now.",,15,88,Coastal Region,,,Graham Beck 2005 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2005,Graham Beck ,Red,US,"True to the vintage, this is a rather hard and chewy Cabernet, yet it captures both varietal and vintage character in a style that is ready for that sizzling steak off the grill. Lightly herbal, with black cherry, cassis, coffee and bitter chocolate streaks, it's a firm and well-balanced wine with the potential to age over the next decade or so.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kestrel 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kestrel 13.5,White,US,"Brisk in acidity and minerally, with a tantalizing scour of steel, this Riesling is so clean and stimulating. With green apple, citrus and floral flavors, it straddles the boundary between dry and just off-dry. What a wonderful cocktail wine with puff pastry appetizers.",Hillside Vineyard,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Ludwig 2008 Hillside Vineyard Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ludwig-2008-hillside-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2008,Ludwig 11,White,Spain,"At its peak now, so you may actually want to wait for the release of the 2010. If not, this wine delivers crisp green-apple aromas, vanilla and soda cracker. The palate is crisp but not assaulting like a splash of battery acid, and the flavors of apple, saline and minerality are true to Txakoli. Finishes like zesty apple cider; drink immediately.",Getaria,25,88,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Txomín Etxaníz 2009 Getaria White (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/txomin-etxaniz-2009-getaria-white-getariako-txakolina/,White Blend,2009,Txomín Etxaníz 14.6,Red,US,"Classic California Petite Sirah, which means the wine is bone dry, acidic and tough in tannins. It's flavorful, offering a mouthful of blackberries, black currants and licorice. The tannins reprise on the finish, leaving behind a puckery bitterness. Good with short ribs, barbecue.",,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2007 Petite Sirah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2007-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Twisted Oak 12.7,White,US,"A wonderful appetizer wine, dry, clean and zesty in acidity, with appealing citrus, apple, lemongrass, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors. A great restaurant by-the-glass sipper. Production was 136,000 cases.",,8,88,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Turning Leaf 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Quintessential Best Buy stuff, with full aromas of meaty berry and leather. Concentrated and dark across the palate, with full-bodied black fruit, black olive and savory flavors. Offers all the color, weight and fruit that a $12 wine should.",Yauquen,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2009 Yauquen Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2009-yauquen-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Ruca Malen ,Red,Portugal,"This entry-level wine from Quinta do Vallado includes purchased grapes in the blend. The latest vintage has stalky, chewy fruit, acidity, solid tannins. Spice and pepper liven up the simple red fruits.",Vallado Tinto,20,88,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2008 Vallado Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2008-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Vallado 13,White,France,"Rich and round, the wine boasts ripe toast and creamy pear and peach fruit. The lemon touches give point to this full wine, adding attractive freshness.",Les Trois Pêcheurs,18,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Les Trois Pêcheurs (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-trois-pecheurs-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes ,White,France,"Beautifully textured wine, very creamy, the toast and butter from wood smoothing out the tight fruit texture. A fine, polished wine.",Le Bouchon,,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Le Bouchon (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-le-bouchon-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a lovely Pinot Grigio “ramato” (with a copperish color) that shows strong aromas of white cherry, cranberry and pink rose. It's smooth and creamy in the mouth and although the alcohol is high, it is well integrated.",XL,22,88,,Friuli Grave,,Valter Scarbolo 2008 XL Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valter-scarbolo-2008-xl-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Valter Scarbolo 13.5,White,Italy,"This luminous, golden Pinot Grigio offers loads of intensity in the form of peach, apricot, honeydew melon and white almond. The mouthfeel is smooth and thick, making this wine particularly well suited to sophisticated pasta dishes such as pumpkin-filled ravioli with crushed walnuts.",,,88,,Friuli Grave,,Valter Scarbolo 2008 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valter-scarbolo-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Valter Scarbolo 13,White,Germany,,Erstes Gewächs,,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2007 Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2007-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Johannisberger 12,White,Germany,,Estate Bottled Classic,14,88,Rheinhessen,,,Schäfer 2008 Estate Bottled Classic Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schafer-2008-estate-bottled-classic-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Schäfer 13,White,France,"Soft, green fruited wine, an attractive mix of crisp fruits and weighty texture. There is a good bite of pepper and apple skin that develops as the wine opens up.",La Grande Bruyère,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2008 La Grande Bruyère (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2008-grande-bruyere-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 14,White,Italy,Puiten is a slightly wider and creamier expression compared to the estate's base Pinot Grigio. The wine shows pretty aromas of peach and citrus as well as a very thick and succulent feel in the mouth.,Puiten,24,88,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2009 Puiten Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2009-puiten-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Colterenzio ,White,France,"A soft, fruity wine, touched with vanilla and citrus. It is full, ripe, some tropical fruits and showing a final fresh acidity.",,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Ferraud et Fils 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Ferraud et Fils 13,White,Argentina,"Opens with classic lychee and melon aromas and only a touch of flower blossom. The palate has a nice, clean, healthy feel and flavors of green apple, lime and melon. Exceedingly clean and easygoing, with juicy acidity and proper balance.",,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espuela del Gaucho 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espuela-gaucho-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Espuela del Gaucho 13,White,Germany,,Niersteiner Oelberg Spätlese Trocken,19,88,Rheinhessen,,,Seebrich 2008 Niersteiner Oelberg Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seebrich-2008-niersteiner-oelberg-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Seebrich 14.9,Red,US,"This is a spiritous Zinfandel, in the sense it feels richly soft, unctuous and alcoholic in the mouth, and there's a sweetness to the cherries and chocolate that's almost Port-like, in a good sense. Great barbecue wine, or for drinking with chocolate by a fire on a winter night.",The Immortal Zin,12,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2008 The Immortal Zin Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2008-immortal-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Peirano ,White,France,"Rich, rounded wine showing delicious sweet pear and apricot flavors with a touch of white fig. Well balanced.",Domaine des Deux Roches Plants Carré,21,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Domaine des Deux Roches Plants Carré (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-domaine-deux-roches-plants-carre-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier ,Red,US,"It's a fine effort, with classic Washington Syrah character. Berry, funk, mushroom, and spicy herb dominate, with plenty of juicy acidity and the structure to unwind as it cellars. Still tight and tannic, this is a wine to decant or, better yet, wait a few years before opening.",,28,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2007 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Coeur d'Alene 13.5,Red,US,"A wonderful wine from Geyser Peak, at a fine price for so much sophistication. Shows dry, silky flavors of cherries, raspberries and cedar, with grounding notes of sweet herbs and spices. Tremendously useful at the table with beef, lamb, veal, pork and chicken dishes.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2006 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2006-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2006,Geyser Peak 12.5,White,Germany,,Dry,20,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2008 Dry Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2008-dry-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Vollrads 13.5,White,Italy,"This structured and sophisticated expression of Pinot Bianco from Alto Adige in northern Italy, opens with a bright golden color and intense aromas of ripe melon, apricot and white almond.",Maso delle Rose,26,88,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2006 Maso delle Rose Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2006-maso-delle-rose-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2006,Josef Weger ,White,France,"Rich and creamy, rounded by toast and honey with some spiced fruits. The texture is more wood than fruit, needing time to evolve.",Les Chailloux,46,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jean Rijckaert 2008 Les Chailloux (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-rijckaert-2008-chailloux-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Rijckaert 13,White,France,"Very forward fruit, mixing well with toast to give a wine that is rich and full-bodied. There is a delicious green, juicy fruit element to balance the toast.",En Avonnes,35,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Jean Rijckaert 2008 En Avonnes (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-rijckaert-2008-en-avonnes-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Rijckaert 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Crisp and nice Cava with good balance, clean apple, dusty spices and pithy lemon. Fold it all together on the nose, palate and finish and you wind up with a well-made, attractive, easy-to-sip bubbly with some polish. Textbook everyday Cava.",Brut,10,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Casteller NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casteller-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Casteller ,White,France,"With green apple aromas, a bright freshness and a light touch of toast, this is already a balanced, delicious wine.",,60,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2007 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Chanson Père et Fils 14,White,Argentina,"Smooth, mellow, chunky, sweet and heavily oaked. It's a modern New World Chard in every way; the palate is full, chunky and sweet, with flavors of spiced apple and tropical fruits including banana. Vanilla and cream carry the finish, and overall this is well made and rich but unctuous.",Catena Alta,35,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Catena Alta Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2007-alta-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2007,Bodega Catena Zapata 13.9,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet. Shows the softness and herbaceousness that mark Alexander Valley Cabs, but in a good way, with a streak of red cherries, tobacco and sandalwood. Fine now with a good steak.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Courtney Benham 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Courtney Benham ,White,France,"Ripe, rounded wine, wood balancing with rich fruits. Flavors of honeyed toast go with ripe red apple juice and a soft aftertaste.",Domaine Delaye les Clochettes,,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Prissé,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Domaine Delaye les Clochettes (Mâcon-Prissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-domaine-delaye-clochettes-chardonnay-macon-prisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes ,White,France,"Structured, with some mineral character, a wine that shows richness, vanilla from wood and final freshness. Good balance.",Vieilles Vignes,32,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Roger Luquet 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-luquet-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Roger Luquet ,White,France,"Ripe and fresh, the wine is rounded as well as bright textured. There is great crisp acidity, followed by apple skin texture and final richness.",Les Crays,45,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Daniel Barraud 2008 Les Crays (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-barraud-2008-crays-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Daniel Barraud ,White,France,"Steely in character, offering minerality, the fruit ripe melon and pear, but always with an edge of austerity.",,55,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2008 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour 14.5,White,US,"New oak dominates this pleasant Chardonnay, with buttered toast, vanilla and caramelized buttercream notes that are almost sweet, although the wine is technically dry. The underlying flavors are of pineapples, pears and green apples. It's holding up well for a 2007. From La Crema.",,70,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nine Barrel 2007 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-barrel-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Nine Barrel ,White,Portugal,"From 1800-foot vineyards, this is a crisp, cool, simply fruity wine that has great citrus and lemon character. Very aromatic, with green herb and fresh grapefruit zest over apple juice.",Tiara,33,88,Douro,,,Niepoort 2009 Tiara White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2009-tiara-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Niepoort 14.2,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet, dry and balanced. It's rich in blackberries, anise and currants, with an herbaceousness that grounds it. Food-friendly, and totally drinkable now.",Tribute to a Journey,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dutcher Crossing 2007 Tribute to a Journey Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutcher-crossing-2007-tribute-to-a-journey-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dutcher Crossing 14,Red,Spain,"Mazuelo is almost always a blending grape for a reason: it's limited in depth and weighty. So it's no surprise that this opens with leather, prune and bullish jam and liqueur aromas. The palate, however, is kind of sharp and lacking depth, while the flavor profile is juicy, herbal and folds in cassis and berry. Snappy and acidic for an expensive varietal wine.",Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Mazuelo,95,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2007 Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Mazuelo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2007-coleccion-parcelas-mazuelo-spanish-red-mazuelo-rioja/,Mazuelo,2007,Dinastía Vivanco 14,Red,Argentina,"Five grapes led by Malbec make up this full-force wine with black cherry, cough syrup, vanilla and cream on the nose. The palate is rich, creamy and heavy, with deep, saturated black fruit and chocolate flavors, while the finish is just as thick, maybe thicker. Extremely ripe and saturated, what many would call a “fruit bomb.”",Don Tiburcio,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2007 Don Tiburcio Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2007-don-tiburcio-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Benegas 13.5,Red,Spain,"A blend of Monastrell, Tempranillo and Syrah that's ripe and raisiny but still fresh enough to earn its stripes. The nose is powerful and intense, with a sweet, baked character, while the palate tastes naturally rich but restrained, with blackberry and jammy finishing notes.",Viña Honda,14,88,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 2008 Viña Honda Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-silvano-garcia-2008-vina-honda-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2008,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Nicely done and not the least bit difficult or complicated. The nose is full of bold black fruit and balsam wood, while the palate is full and stocky, but balanced. Flavors of berry and cherry are forward and sticky rich, while the finish is long and shows just enough acidity to keep things focused.",El Colectivo,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2009 El Colectivo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2009-el-colectivo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Argento 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Floral, alluring and spicy on the nose, with modest red-fruit aromas that won't bowl you over. Snappy, spicy and medium-bodied, with semisharp, piercing flavors of red fruits softened ever so slightly by buttery new oak. Pepper and spice then settle over a graceful finish.",Mainqué,40,88,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2008 Mainqué Merlot (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2008-mainque-merlot-rio-negro-valley/,Merlot,2008,Bodega Chacra 13,White,Italy,"Pinot Bianco (also called Weissburgunder in the bilingual German-Italian Alto Adige region) typically offers solid, creamy structure that pairs very well with shellfish or seafood risotto. This crisp example is no exception and the wine boats a long, luscious finish.",,17,88,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2009 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2009-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2009,Andriano 13.5,White,Italy,"Winkl is a gorgeous expression of Sauvignon from cool-climate northern Italy. In fact, informal Italian Sauvignon Blanc doesn't get much better than this. The aromas are bright and pristine, including green fruit, citrus and honeydew melon.",Winkl,28,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2009 Winkl Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2009-winkl-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2009,Cantina Terlano ,Red,US,"The Dampier Vineyard, on the Washington side of the Columbia Gorge AVA, is the source for this fruit. It's an interesting wine, light but penetrating, with a mix of strawberry, rhubarb and wild cherry fruit flavor, buttressed by vivid acidity. Clean and fresh, with a chance to develop in bottle for a few more years.",Dampier Vineyard,32,88,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Cathedral Ridge 2008 Dampier Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2008-dampier-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cathedral Ridge ,White,France,"Well-balanced, ripe, soft, hinting at minerality and fruit skin texture. Fine, fresh final acidity on a delicious wine.",Solutré,27,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Vins Auvigue 2008 Solutré (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2008-solutre-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Vins Auvigue 11.5,White,Germany,"A lovely and versatile Riesling, filled with lime, floral and apple and pear shadings. This medium-bodied, barely off-dry wine features pristine citrus and tree fruit flavors on the midpalate, then ends on a slightly spicy note.",Freiherr von Goeler Dry,13,88,Baden,,,Weingut Burg Ravensburg 2008 Freiherr von Goeler Dry Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-burg-ravensburg-2008-freiherr-von-goeler-dry-riesling-baden/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Burg Ravensburg 12.5,White,Spain,"Very good for the region, with minerally aromas, sweat and nettle, and then green fruit scents like lime and apple. The palate has a sheer, clean quality along with mineral notes in front of lemon and tangerine flavors. Then it ends in light, airy, correct fashion. A nice Verdejo to drink right away.",,15,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Esperanza 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esperanza-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Esperanza ,Red,US,"Smooth and fruity, this forward and pleasing effort pushes berries and lightly candied red fruits to the front of the palate, adding some hot cinnamon spice to the middle. It's vibrant and charming, but with more depth than most Merlots done in this style. A hint of green tea slips into the tannins.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Helix by Reininger 11.5,White,Germany,,Prinz Salm Grünschiefer,39,88,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2008 Prinz Salm Grünschiefer Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2008-salm-grunschiefer-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2008,Prinz Salm 13,White,Italy,"There's a really nice, creamy feel to this wine as it moves smoothly across the palate. As it does, the wine imparts lasting flavors of apricot, honey and Golden Delicious apple. There's a touch of almond spice too and you can't beat this low price.",Riserva,13,88,,Trentino,,Mezzacorona 2008 Riserva Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2008-riserva-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Mezzacorona 13.5,White,Italy,"Fish, lightly grilled chicken and pasta would all work perfectly with this food friendly Pinot Grigio. Aromas here include peach, citrus, vanilla bean and almond.",,17,88,,Alto Adige,,Nals Margreid 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nals-margreid-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Nals Margreid ,White,France,"Rounded, soft, but structured wine. It has some freshness, along with green plum acidity. There is a light minerality to give texture.",Les Chevrières,35,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Dominique Cornin 2008 Les Chevrières (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominique-cornin-2008-chevrieres-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Dominique Cornin 13,White,France,"Smooth, soft and creamy with delicious pear and apple fruits. The wine has an attractive juicy touch of wood, the fruit crisp and clean to finish.",Domaine des Deux Roches Rives de Longsault,20,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Domaine des Deux Roches Rives de Longsault (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-domaine-deux-roches-rives-longsault-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier 14.6,Red,Argentina,"Heady and floral, but also kind of closed, tight and generic on the nose. The palate packs in the extract, acidity and tannins to create a tough but loud flavor set of blackberry, pepper and licorice. Pointed on the finish and less friendly than past vintages.",,19,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Clos de los Siete 2008 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-los-siete-2008-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Clos de los Siete 14.8,Red,US,"This is a very rich, extracted Zinfandel, massive in fruit and spice. Waves of raspberries, cherries and blackberries wash over the palate, edged in chocolate and pepper. Saved from being a fruit bomb by some pretty tannins and a cut of acidity. Drink now.",Louvau Vineyard Old Vines,32,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2007 Louvau Vineyard Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2007-louvau-vineyard-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dashe Cellars 13.5,White,Italy,"There's a nutty, toasted element to the bouquet that is followed by mature melon and stone fruit. This wine is luscious and creamy and shows very nice density on the close. This is a clear step above your standard Grigio.",,17,88,,Friuli Grave,,Valter Scarbolo 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valter-scarbolo-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Valter Scarbolo 13.7,White,Argentina,"A more than solid wine cut from the tropical, South American blueprint. It's open and full of banana, pear and apple aromas, and while it runs hot and fast on the palate, it's got lots of woody, ripe flavors of apple and pithy citrus. Round, lively and packed with flavor even if it shows almost nothing in common with cool-climate Chardonnay.",Reserva,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2009-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Ruca Malen 11,White,Germany,,Kabinett Feinherb,,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2008 Kabinett Feinherb Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2008-kabinett-feinherb-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Johannisberger 13.5,White,Italy,There's a lot going on in the glass here. This luminous Pinot Grigio offers a beautifully perfumed bouquet as well as structure and staying power. A small percentage of the wine is aged in oak and this adds density and complexity.,,22,88,,Trentino,,Maso Poli 2009 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-poli-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Maso Poli 14,Red,South Africa,"A touch of game and rubber are countered by developed notes of red plum, cherry pits and Roobios tea leaves. Vibrant acidity keeps the mouth fresh through the gripping tannins and medium-length finish.",Cape Flora,35,88,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Marklew 2007 Cape Flora Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marklew-2007-cape-flora-pinotage-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2007,Marklew 13,White,Italy,"Here's a full- bodied Pinot Grigio with pretty aromatic layers of peach, citrus and honeydew melon that are presented over a polished, fresh mouthfeel. Try this delicious wine with spicy Thai or Indian dishes.",,27,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Jermann 2009 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Jermann 13,Red,France,"Red fruit dominates this value-priced, Syrah-based powerhouse from Laurent Miquel, with notes of red plum guts, cherry and raspberry throughout the bouquet and palate. Accents of bramble and rosemary add some complexity to the medium-weight mouth. The tannins are well-structured and the acidity balanced, with a cocoa-infused finish that lingers nicely.",Pére et Fils,10,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2008 Pére et Fils Syrah-Grenache (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2008-pere-fils-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah-Grenache,2008,Laurent Miquel 14,White,Italy,"This is a thick and creamy expression of Pinot Bianco from the far north of Italy that shows intact aromas of citrus, pear, peach and butterscotch. The wine feels dense and rich on the palate and would pair with chicken or shellfish.",Maso delle Rose,26,88,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2005 Maso delle Rose Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2005-maso-delle-rose-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2005,Josef Weger 13.5,White,Spain,"Fragrant as dry Moscatel should be, with aromas of the tropics, pineapple and lychee. The palate is forward and clean, with pineapple, lychee, green banana and nutmeg flavors. Medium-long on the finish, with some pithiness. Goes well with food; a good apéritif white that's out of the ordinary.",Botani,18,88,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2009 Botani Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2009-botani-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2009,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a layered and sophisticated Pinot Grigio with aromas of white mineral, peach, pear and delicate overtones of baked bread and roasted almond. All this is backed by natural creaminess and richness that would pair beautifully with swordfish steak or chopped tuna tartare.",,31,88,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2007 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2007-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2007,Mario Schiopetto 13,White,Italy,"Marco Felluga's creamy Chardonnay is exactly the kind of wine you'll want to pair with butter chicken and mashed potatoes or lobster. There's great consistency and density here and the wine is redolent of yellow rose, apricot, exotic fruit and light almond shadings.",,18,88,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2009 Chardonnay (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2009-chardonnay-collio/,Chardonnay,2009,Marco Felluga 14,White,Argentina,"A nice New World Viognier with peach and apricot aromas that come across as solid and true. The palate has size and balance, while the flavors of peach and apricot properly reflect the bouquet and bring spice into play. Fades with mild heat and bitterness on the finish, which won't be a factor if you're drinking the wine with a salad or grilled seafood.",Finca La Linda,11,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2009 Finca La Linda Viognier (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2009-finca-linda-viognier-lujan-cuyo/,Viognier,2009,Luigi Bosca 14.6,Red,US,"Young, super-dry and sharp in acids, with a wintergreen streak to the tannic cherryskin flavors. Oak provides much needed relief, in the form of smoky, sweet richness. Feels severe and aloof now, but offers a core of tantalizing richness, and could surprise over the next 5–7 years.",La Rinconada Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2008 La Rinconada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2008-rinconada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sanford ,White,France,"Ripe, full-bodied wine, the fresh white currant and pear fruits layered with wood. The wine is bright with good concentration. Screwcap.",Clos Saint-Pierre,23,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Charnay,,Verget 2008 Clos Saint-Pierre (Mâcon-Charnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verget-2008-clos-saint-pierre-chardonnay-macon-charnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Verget 13.5,White,Italy,"Also known as Ruländer in the bilingual Italian-German Alto Adige area, this crisp Pinot Grigio offers a very aromatic interpretation with bright tones of honey, citrus, peach and passion fruit. Textured and compact, it washes clean over the palate.",,18,88,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,St. Pauls 14,Red,Australia,"Offers plenty of intensity and suppleness, but lacks a touch of freshness. Still, its dark flavors of cooked-down fruit offer enjoyment over the near term when paired with the right dish, like a savory meatloaf.",,14,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Shoofly 2008 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoofly-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2008,Shoofly 13,Red,Portugal,"Fresh, ripe wine, with an attractive tarry fruit flavor, soft acidity and a finely rounded texture. It is elegant, stylish, ready to drink.",Veedha,12,88,Douro,,,Sogevinus 2008 Veedha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogevinus-2008-veedha-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Sogevinus 13,Red,Portugal,"By no means an extravaganza, this is in fact a finely balanced, elegant wine. The juicy red berry fruits go with licorice, herbs and a core of tannins. There is a delicious, mouth-watering aftertaste.",Stravaganza,10,88,Douro,,,Parras Vinhos 2007 Stravaganza Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parras-vinhos-2007-stravaganza-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Parras Vinhos 14.7,White,US,"An interesting wine that makes you pay attention. It's creamy smooth and somewhat oaky, with a sweet vanilla smoke note to the tropical fruit, tangerine, peach, honeysuckle and spice flavors. There's also plenty of acidity. Could have greater finesse and dryness, but the power is undeniable.",Margaret's Mandate Stagecoach Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Olson Ogden 2008 Margaret's Mandate Stagecoach Vineyard Marsanne (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2008-margarets-mandate-stagecoach-vineyard-marsanne-napa-valley/,Marsanne,2008,Olson Ogden ,Red,US,"Tart and sappy, like fresh raspberry/cranberry juice, this wine displays the vivid acidity that occurs naturally in the grape, along with some peppery herb from the addition of 8% Syrah and 9% Malbec. It's wild and young, with a finish that tastes like fresh herbs from the garden.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2008 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Walla Walla Vintners 12.5,White,Argentina,"So much about Torrontés has to do with how young and fresh is the bottle you're trying. This sample shows pure lemon and citrus blossom aromas and a powdery side. The palate is crisp, chalky, and full of lemon-lime and green apple. Brings just the right blend of citrusy lemon-lime and candied sweetness to enjoy now with Asian foods and salads.",,10,88,Other,Famatina Valley,,La Yunta 2009 Torrontés (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunta-2009-torrontes-famatina-valley/,Torrontés,2009,La Yunta ,White,US,"Crisp and juicy, with melon and sweet grassy fruit flavors, this nicely textural and fruit-powered Sauvignon Blanc is varietal without being aggressively herbaceous.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Woodinville Wine Cellars 10,White,Germany,,Alte Reben Spätlese Feinherb,23,88,Mosel,,,Weingut Karp-Schreiber 2008 Alte Reben Spätlese Feinherb Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-karp-schreiber-2008-alte-reben-spatlese-feinherb-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Karp-Schreiber 13.5,White,Australia,"Marked by modest apple and pear fruit on the nose, this is a fairly richly textured but dry example of Pinot Gris. It's not the most complex wine, but it fills the mouth with ripe tree fruits and a slightly warm finish. Drink now. 500 cases imported.",,15,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Innocent Bystander 2009 Pinot Gris (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocent-bystander-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-victoria/,Pinot Gris,2009,Innocent Bystander 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a beautiful white wine (made from the Friulano grape) with sharp luminosity and inviting aromas of citrus, peach, passion fruit and melon. It boasts a really nice feel in the mouth: crisp and clean, creamy but not heavy.",,18,88,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2008 Friulano (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2008-italian-white-friulano-collio/,Friulano,2008,Marco Felluga 13.5,Red,US,"A great success, as this bottling has been for decades. The wine, which is a blend of Petite Sirah, Merlot and Sangiovese, is dry and rich and balanced, showing lots of finesse in the cherry, currant, licorice, mocha and cedar flavors. Easy to find, with 24,000 cases produced.",Vintage Red,9,88,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 2008 Vintage Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-vintage-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Kenwood 13.5,White,Germany,,Würzburger Stein GG Trocken,60,88,Franken,,,Juliusspital 2008 Würzburger Stein GG Trocken Riesling (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juliusspital-2008-wurzburger-stein-gg-trocken-riesling-franken/,Riesling,2008,Juliusspital 13.5,White,Italy,"Floreado is a lovely Sauvignon Blanc from northern Italy with pristine and intense aromas of passion fruit, kiwi, acacia flower and honeydew melon. Unlike other expressions of this grape, there is more pulp and substance to the mouthfeel and the wine ends on a playfully sweet note.",Floreado,22,88,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2009 Floreado Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2009-floreado-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Andriano ,White,US,"This could be labeled Chardonnay, as that grape is most of the blend, which also includes a bit of Roussanne and Muscat. Kept in Burgundian oak (40% new), this is a fresh, snappy wine with crisp green apple and pineapple fruit flavor lightly kissed with butterscotch from the barrel aging.",Walldette White,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron NV Walldette White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-nv-walldette-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,,Forgeron 12.5,White,Spain,"Good, clean and pleasant. The nose has pure apple and pear aromas along with a hint of vanilla and powdered sugar. It's fresh in the mouth, with lively apple, white peach and green banana flavors. Closes well and stays zesty and true from start to finish.",,10,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2009 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2009-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,El Coto ,Red,US,"Pomatia is an almost mythical creation—like one of those half man, half beast monsters from ancient times. The blend is not that unusual, but the results might be likened to a sculpture by Picasso—a piece of wood here, an old newspaper there, and a bicycle seat for a head. Not to disparage the wine—it's flavorful and full-bodied, but a puzzler. Funkadelic meets Clapton? Cherries and earth, tannin and tea.",Pomatia Red Wine,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2006 Pomatia Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2006-pomatia-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Helix by Reininger 12.5,White,Argentina,"Smooth baked apple aromas work well, and the peach and vanilla side notes are equally good. Plump and easygoing on the palate, with honeyed apple and banana flavors, and then creamy on the finish, with vanilla and spice. Sweet, good and easy to enjoy.",,19,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2008 Chardonnay-Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2008-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-mendoza/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Finca Agostino 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoked meat, rubber, char and leathery darkness are all good aromas for a value-priced Malbec. The palate is adequately deep and lush, and it maintains pulse and verve while delivering robust flavors of black fruits and herbs. Meaty and pretty long on the finish, and very good Malbec for the money.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Colores del Sol 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colores-sol-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Colores del Sol ,White,France,"On the fresh side, with crisp bright, lively acidity. Green fruits run well alongside apricot juice and lively vivacity. Good and attractive.",Vignes Blanches,36,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Thibert Père et Fils 2008 Vignes Blanches (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thibert-pere-fils-2008-vignes-blanches-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Thibert Père et Fils 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A balanced and easy to drink Pinotage with notes of black plum and berries with accents of vanilla lingering on the finish. Soft, approachable tannins, vibrant acidity and a medium-weight mouth make this a very food-friendly selection.",Private Collection,20,89,Stellenbosch,,,Spier 2006 Private Collection Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2006-private-collection-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2006,Spier 13.9,Red,US,"Lots of complex flavors in this bone-dry wine, and they range well beyond berry-cherry fruit into more interesting realms of leather, coffee, unsweetened cocoa, bacon, pepper spice and minerals. The wine shows a brisk acidity, and the tannins are intricate. Feels a bit austere and aloof now, withholding its best. Should offer more in 3-5 years, but not much beyond that before the fruit collapses.",Occidental Road Vineyard,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2007 Occidental Road Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2007-occidental-road-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2007,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 13.5,White,Portugal,"Ripe yellow fruits and light almond flavors, a rounded and soft texture. This is a wood-aged wine, the vanilla toast giving a smooth structure. while leaving the concentrated fruits firmly in charge.",Curva Reserva Branco,31,89,Douro,,,Sogevinus 2009 Curva Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogevinus-2009-curva-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Sogevinus 14,White,Italy,"Here's a rich, oak-aged blend of Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Ribolla Gialla and Friuliano that shows the aromatic characteristics of Sauvignon backed by the creamy texture of Chardonnay and Ribolla Gialla. This is a thick, ripe wine that lends a touch of melon sweetness in the mouth.",Klin,35,89,,Collio,,Primosic 2006 Klin White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primosic-2006-klin-white-collio/,White Blend,2006,Primosic 13,White,Germany,,Grünlack Spätlese Trocken,,89,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2007 Grünlack Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2007-grunlack-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Johannisberger 13,White,France,"From parcels of old vines, a smooth, wood- influenced wine. Flavors of ripe yellow fruits emerge from the vanilla toast character. It is rich, velvet textured, feeling opulent.",Cuvée Prestige,24,89,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Roger Lassarat 2008 Cuvée Prestige (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-lassarat-2008-cuvee-prestige-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Roger Lassarat 11.5,White,Germany,,Dry,18,89,Baden,,,Weingut Burg Ravensburg 2008 Dry Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-burg-ravensburg-2008-dry-riesling-baden/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Burg Ravensburg 13,Red,Portugal,"With spicy wood aromas, the wood aging element is dominant here. The black currant stalky fruit comes through slowly, although the weight of fruit and fresh acidity gives good promise 3–4 years down the road.",Reserva,16,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Filoco 2007 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-filoco-2007-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Filoco ,Red,Portugal,"Smooth and fresh, packed with juicy fruit, this is an immediately accessible, young wine. Black currant and plum juice, bright acidity. Drink next year.",Vertente,30,89,Douro,,,Niepoort 2008 Vertente Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2008-vertente-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Niepoort ,White,France,"Round, opulent wine, one that misses some freshness and acidity, a rarity for the year, but that compensates by a full, creamy texture.",Vieilles Vignes,,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine de la Soufrandise 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-soufrandise-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Soufrandise ,White,France,"The wood shows well here, ripe toast to go with the white fruits and richness. Good balance.",En Thurissey,,89,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine Sainte Barbe 2008 En Thurissey (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-barbe-2008-en-thurissey-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Sainte Barbe ,Rose,US,"It sports a big, effusive nose of strawberries and watermelon; fruit-forward and powerful, it's peppery and bursting with fresh fruit flavor. This is the anti-Bandol style, aiming to capture the vibrant vitality of great Washington fruit.",Babbitt,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2009 Babbitt Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2009-babbitt-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2009,Efeste ,Red,US,"This smells lightly of barnyard, what the French elegantly call goût de merde character. Firm and poised between sweet berry fruit and earthy funk, it fills in the back end with graphite and hints of gravel. Flavors are complex but overall this feels a little light, especially in the finish.",Jolie Bouche,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Efeste 2007 Jolie Bouche Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2007-jolie-bouche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Efeste 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and supple in texture, this plummy Shiraz offers plenty of enjoyment at a realistic price. Vanilla and brown sugar notes frame blueberries and spice, with just a hint of bitterness apparent on the finish. Drink now–2012.",The Parson's Nose,18,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chapel Hill 2008 The Parson's Nose Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapel-hill-2008-the-parsons-nose-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Chapel Hill 13,White,France,"Wood-fermented wine, giving a ripe and honeyed character over toast, pear juice and golden apple flavors. The final tastes is deliciously citrus, with a light mineral edge.",Domaine des Deux Roches Les Cras,,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Collovray et Terrier 2007 Domaine des Deux Roches Les Cras (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2007-domaine-deux-roches-cras-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2007,Collovray et Terrier 16,Red,South Africa,"With 14 months in new oak and a whopping 16% alcohol, you might think this wine is going to be too big and over the top, but while it's ripe and rich it's also well made and balanced. Berry preserves mixed with fennel seeds and coffee grinds dominate the profile, with a solid black pepper kick to keep things lively on the lengthy finish.",,39,89,Stellenbosch,,,Camberley 2007 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camberley-2007-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2007,Camberley 13,Red,Argentina,"Light and earthy, with cedar, moss and mild, well-aged red fruit aromas. It's a solid rendition of older-school red wine. Mature, mellow and baked, with roast plum and mocha. Long and earthy on the finish, and drinking at its most mature and best state now.",Premium,15,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Aquilina 2006 Premium Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquilina-2006-premium-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Aquilina 13.6,White,South Africa,"Although this wine starts off a little closed and muted, with time it opens up to reveal a nuanced and refined Chenin. Hints of chalk, soft white florals and red apple unfold in the bouquet, with more dominant flavors of sweet tangerine, ripe melon and leesy richness flesh out the mouth. There's a soft oakiness throughout, though it's never overpowering or out of line.",Old Vine,22,89,Western Cape,,,Botanica 2009 Old Vine Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botanica-2009-old-vine-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Botanica ,Red,US,"This is a good effort – showing a balanced mix of wild berries, plums, earth, a hint of caramel, and a lingering finish with milk chocolate and nougat. All the Yakima Valley flavors are there, though still a bit muted. But it's on its way.",Chandler Reach Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Woodinville Wine Cellars 2007 Chandler Reach Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2007-chandler-reach-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Woodinville Wine Cellars 14,White,Italy,"This Pinot Grigio is distinguished by good structure and strong alcohol. The wine delivers aromas of stone fruit, lemon zest and honeydew melon and all this fruit freshness is backed by a smooth, warming texture.",,33,87,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2008 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Villa Russiz 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and earthy on the nose, with leathery berry fruit lying underneath the surface. The palate has a good, thick, sturdy feel and flavors of black plum and raspberry that are a touch roasted and soupy. Savory stuff with more of a baked quality than outright vibrancy.",Trumpeter,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2008 Trumpeter Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2008-trumpeter-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2008,Rutini 13,White,Italy,"This is a Pinot Grigio-based wine (with 15% Friulano added to the blend for extra structure and complexity) that offers a very attractive blend of stone fruit and white mineral aromas. It's smooth, creamy and fresh on the finish.",Castelcosa,16,87,,Delle Venezie,,Furlan 2009 Castelcosa White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furlan-2009-castelcosa-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2009,Furlan ,White,France,"Totally dominated by wood, all caramel and honey. The texture has weight, so maybe in a year the wood will integrate better.",Monternot,,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Mommessin 2008 Monternot (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2008-monternot-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Mommessin 12,Sparkling,Spain,"A little maderized and heavy at first, with soda and vanilla on the nose. The palate is reserved, not aggressive, with dried papaya, grapefruit and soda-like flavors. Finishes almost tropical in flavors, with balancing bitter pith. Good but shy Cava made from 25% Chardonnay and the usual grapes.",Brut Reserva,22,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Albet I Noya NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albet-i-noya-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Albet I Noya 13.5,White,Spain,"A little heavier than some, with aromas of green fruits and peach. The palate has a round but generally fresh feel, while the flavors of white grapefruit and peach are augmented by pickle and melon. Sturdy and “green” on the finish, and very much true to the blueprint for Verdejo and Rueda.",,15,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Nos Riqueza 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nos-riqueza-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Nos Riqueza 13,White,France,The attractive and decadent bouquet suggests aromas of toasted brioche topped with apricot preserves and orange blossom flowers. Full but not flabby in the mouth with more flavors of ripe stone fruit slices in almond milk. Tasty and well-balanced; pair with sauced dishes like orange chicken or pork chops with fruit relish.,,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gayda 2008 Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gayda-2008-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2008,Gayda 12.5,Rose,France,"A delicate soft pink color in the glass with an immediately attractive bouquet of dried thyme, grapefruit rind, cherry and melon aromas. Crisp and refreshing in the mouth with medium acidity and bright flavors of slightly tart white cranberry and cherry.",Old Vines,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Villa des Anges 2009 Old Vines Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-anges-2009-old-vines-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2009,Villa des Anges 13,White,France,"Attractive softly focused wine, its pleasure coming from smooth green plum and quince fruits allied to a touch of wood. Caramel and a juicy aftertaste complete this delicious wine.",Les Chênes,,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Vins Auvigue 2008 Les Chênes (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2008-chenes-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Vins Auvigue 14,White,US,"Shows the vanilla and buttered toast notes from oak that people like, in addition to varietal flavors of pineapples, green apples and lemons. A bit one-dimensional, but will satisfy Chardonnay fans who want that rich creamy opulence.",,18,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Waterstone 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Waterstone 12.5,White,Argentina,"A welcoming, rather pleasant white with tropical aromas and lithe, crisp flavors of white grapefruit, lychee and lemon-lime. Tangy and thorough, with a long, crisp, linear finish. Good as a fresh summer-into-fall apéritif.",Sensual,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Sensual Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-sensual-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Valentín Bianchi ,Red,US,"Opening with scents of mushroom compost and moist earth, this continues into a rather thin, sharp midpalate. The fruit is not-quite-ripe wild berry, and the earthy characteristics continue to dominate. It tastes more like a Yakima Valley Syrah than a Wahluke Slope Syrah, and finishes with a burst of mild heat.",Clifton Hill Vineyard,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Seia 2007 Clifton Hill Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seia-2007-clifton-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Seia 13,Red,Spain,"Young, bright, candied and clean, with cherry and raspberry aromas leading straight to solid berry and mildly herbal flavors. Has a good feel and texture to it for a young, inexpensive Rioja. Basic but well made and easy to drink.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,El Circulo ,White,France,"The wine is crisp, fresh, the acidity showing some sweetness. There is a final, lively character touched by minerality.",Authentique,,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 2008 Authentique (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangouard-guyot-2008-authentique-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 13.5,Red,Australia,,,15,86,Victoria,Strathbogie Ranges,,Cooralook 2009 Pinot Noir (Strathbogie Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooralook-2009-pinot-noir-strathbogie-ranges/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cooralook ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, this interesting wine seems to walk the line between a Bordeaux grape such as Malbec and the Rhône. The fruit mixes plum, cherry and a hint of citrus, while the herbal notes and astringent, somewhat leafy/barky tannins suggest Carmenère. But it's a fun wine that shows some of the more interesting experimentation happening in Washington vineyards these days.",MO,28,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2007 MO Mourvèdre (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2007-mo-mourvedre-other/,Mourvèdre,2007,Coeur d'Alene 13,White,Spain,"Not much different from the regular Valdemar Viura except that this is more linear, acidic and driving. The nose shows generic green apple and peach aromas, which are followed by flavors of lemon, peach pit and apple. Tangy and citric on the finish, but good for simple quaffing.",Conde de Valdemar,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2009 Conde de Valdemar Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2009-conde-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,Bodegas Valdemar 14.2,White,US,"Here's a basically good California Chardonnay, made in the popular style. It's ripe in pineapple, orange and mango fruit, with an elaborate overlay of sweet, smoky oak.",Ramal Vineyard,32,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2007 Ramal Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2007-ramal-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Buena Vista 13.5,Red,US,"As soft and sweet as a melted raspberry and chocolate tart dessert pastry, with a sprinkle of anisette liqueur. Lacks structural integrity, but it's delicious.",Reserve,50,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Brander 13,White,Italy,"Relatively full bodied and very refreshing, this bright Pinot Grigio delivers focused aromas of stone fruit, grapefruit and honeydew melon. There's a touch of white almond on the close and the wine is capped by zesty crispness.",Priara,,86,,Friuli Grave,,Pradio 2009 Priara Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pradio-2009-priara-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pradio 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a bright and luminous Pinot Grigio with loads of lemon zest, stone fruit and grapefruit aromas. Friuli white wines are characterized by nice smoothness on the palate and this wine definitely shows that quality.",,14,86,,Friuli Grave,,Pitars 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pitars-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pitars 12.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh, bright and easy to drink, Pighin presents the kind of Pinot Grigio you can serve with appetizers or during informal salad lunches. There is good crispness and medium consistency on the close.",,14,86,,Friuli Grave,,Pighin 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pighin-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pighin 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet is good enough to drink with a nice meal, although it's not quite fancy enough for your special dinners. It's nicely dry and balanced, with flavors of blackberries, black currants and oak.",,14,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,337 Wine Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/337-wine-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,337 Wine Cellars 13,White,Italy,"Here's an attractive Pinot Grigio with a delicate floral personality that is enhanced by layers of passion fruit, pear and grapefruit. The wine is slightly sweet on the close and it ends with loads of peachy fruit.",,15,86,,Friuli Grave,,Banear 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banear-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Banear 12,White,Italy,"Riff is a fun and informal Pinot Grigio that shows lively aromas of citrus and passion fruit, backed by cheerful tones of green mango and lime. It's a light, clean and fresh white wine.",Riff,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Alois Lageder 2009 Riff Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2009-riff-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Alois Lageder 11.5,White,Germany,,Estate Bottled Dry-Style,16,86,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2008 Estate Bottled Dry-Style Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2008-estate-bottled-dry-style-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Fitz-Ritter 14,White,South Africa,"The 17% of Viognier added to this Chardonnay dominant blend really adds some character to the wine. Ripe aromas of honeydew, pear and preserved lemons are accented by notes of sweet grass. The medium-weight mouth offers prickly pineapple-flavored acidity as well as a touch of mango pit on the medium length finish. Drink now.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Graham Beck 2009 Chardonnay-Viognier (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2009-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-western-cape/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2009,Graham Beck 13.5,Rose,South Africa,"An interesting rosé comprised of Pinotage, Grenache, Shiraz and Zinfandel. Beautiful lively fruit dominates this wine, with flavors of ripe wild strawberries, watermelon and juicy blood orange citrus in the medium-weight mouth. Zippy and clean on the finish. Drink now.",Cape Maidens,10,86,Western Cape,,,Juno 2009 Cape Maidens Rosé (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2009-cape-maidens-rose-western-cape/,Rosé,2009,Juno 11,White,Germany,,Klüsserather Bruderschaft Spätlese Feinherb,33,86,Mosel,,,Josef Rosch 2008 Klüsserather Bruderschaft Spätlese Feinherb Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-rosch-2008-klusserather-bruderschaft-spatlese-feinherb-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Josef Rosch 12.5,Rose,France,"A bit rounder than Les Jamelles' Grenache rosé, this Cinsault-based rosé offers light aromas of bay leaves, baby powder and strawberry hull on the nose. The medium-weight mouth shows dried red cherry and plum flavors that are lifted by bracing acidity on the finish.",Cinsault,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2009 Cinsault Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2009-cinsault-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2009,Les Jamelles 14.8,Red,US,"The winery's Syrahs from this vineyard have struggled over the years. The 2006, like previous vintages, is dry and rather simple in jammy red fruit and bacon flavors. Oak adds layers, while a bite of acidity will help to cut through lamb, steak, sausage.",Tanner Vineyard,32,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2006 Tanner Vineyard Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2006-tanner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2006,Twisted Oak 14,White,US,"This super-ripe, oaky, leesy Chardonnay lacks subtlety, but packs plenty of power. It's enormously forward in apricot and pineapple fruit, with the custard, buttered popcorn and caramel flavors that come from barrel fermentation. Finishes with a brown sugar sweetness.",Gold Ridge Hills,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2008 Gold Ridge Hills Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2008-gold-ridge-hills-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Sonoma Coast Vineyards ,White,US,"At 12% alcohol this is on the dry side of off-dry—the acidity cuts the impression of sweetness. There is a rather strong flavor of biscuit permeating the wine, unexpected in a grape known for its floral qualities. The fruit is a bit waxy, tasting of lemons and peaches.",Naked,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2009 Naked Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2009-naked-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Snoqualmie ,Red,US,"Fresh and varietal, this brings focused scents of berry and bramble, with some tobacco highlights. It's soft in the midpalate, showing black cherry and red licorice components, then turns astringent and tannic through the finish.",,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Silver Lake ,White,France,"A soft, open, balanced wine, attractive flavors of lemon and pink grapefruit and a texture of green herbs, with light toast. Good concentration as well, bringing in creamy pear and peach flavors. Screwcap.",,20,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Verget 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verget-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Verget 12,White,Italy,"Le Rosse is a light and informal Pinot Grigio from northeast Italy that delivers an easy, fresh drinking experience. You'll recognize aromas of citrus, stone fruit and there's a touch of dried hay at the end.",Le Rosse,16,86,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2009 Le Rosse Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-le-rosse-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tommasi 14.5,Red,US,"A little green and minty, but a pretty good Merlot for its dryness and smooth tannins, and the way the black cherry and chocolate fruit meets the oak. Drink now. Production was 15,000 cases.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decoy 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decoy-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Decoy ,White,France,"Metallic in character, tight, the fruit flattened and hard. The texture dominates, the fruit is missing.",L'Entre Roche,,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Ferraud et Fils 2008 L'Entre Roche (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2008-lentre-roche-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Ferraud et Fils 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark in color, with vanilla, dill, tobacco and other oak-influenced aromas that give it a sort of Rioja-like nose. Full-bodied PN, with sweet plum and savory tea flavors, while the finish is spiced up and a bit chocolaty. Heavy but tasty.",Saurus Barrel Fermeted,25,86,Other,Neuquén,,Familia Schroeder 2008 Saurus Barrel Fermeted Pinot Noir (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2008-saurus-barrel-fermeted-pinot-noir-neuquen/,Pinot Noir,2008,Familia Schroeder 12,White,Italy,"Packaged with a little vine cutting tied to the neck of the bottle, this fun Pinot Grigio adds a lot of personality and charm to the table. The wine is redolent of citrus, peach and white mineral. It's fresh and crisp on the close.",Il Tralcetto,12,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2009 Il Tralcetto Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2009-il-tralcetto-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Punchbowl sweetness is the aromatic greeting, and overall the nose is clean and bright. It's tangy and fresh in the mouth, with dry, crisp red plum and cherry flavors. Properly acidic throughout, and more than competent as a whole.",Garnacha,10,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Volteo 2009 Garnacha Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volteo-2009-garnacha-rose-vino-tierra-castilla/,Rosé,2009,Volteo 14.5,Red,Australia,"This Roman Bratasiuk effort comes across as a bit raw and jagged, marked by tough tannins. Cedar and vanilla notes lead off, giving way to hints of grilled tomato, singed cherry and roasted coffee. Will it come around in 3–5 years?",Sandown,45,86,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Sandown Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-sandown-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clarendon Hills ,White,US,"A blend of 80% Sémillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc, this is a deep green/gold in the glass. It was barrel fermented and opens with toasty barrel scents. It lies soft in the mouth, with gentle flavors of grass and roasted nuts; there is a slight impression of oiliness as well. Definitely a wine to drink now.",,18,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2008 Sémillon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2008-semillon-other/,Sémillon,2008,Red Sky 14.1,Red,US,"Dry and peppery, with some overripe raisins, but otherwise a pretty good everyday Cab. It has oak-influenced blackberry and cherry jam flavors.",Family Classic,20,86,California,North Coast,Napa-Sonoma-Lake,Raymond 2007 Family Classic Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2007-family-classic-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma-lake/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Raymond 14.1,Red,US,"Not as sophisticated as the winery's excellent 2005, this Temp is more akin to the 04. It's silky in texture, with raspberry jam and spice flavors, and a touch of dessicated raisins, along with bitter raisinskin tannins. A work in progress.",,24,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2006 Tempranillo (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2006-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Tempranillo,2006,Twisted Oak 13,Red,Australia,,Gulf Station,20,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2009 Gulf Station Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2009-gulf-station-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Bortoli 13.5,White,South Africa,"An easy-drinking choice great for pairing with lemon-pepper rotisserie chicken or rosemary grilled pork chops. Nectarine pit, white peach, chalk and grapefruit pith unfold on the nose and mouth followed by a citrus dominant finish. Light weight with prominent acidity, resulting in an overall general sharpness and jolt.",,14,86,Western Cape,,,Mulderbosch 2009 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2009-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Mulderbosch ,Rose,US,"A modest amount of residual sugar delivers a pleasing, round, strawberry-fruited, easy-drinking summer wine. Not intended to be off-dry, but it never went totally dry.",Maddily,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mannina Cellars 2009 Maddily Rosé (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannina-cellars-2009-maddily-rose-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Rosé,2009,Mannina Cellars ,White,Portugal,"Soft and bright fruit, with tangy citrus, the freshest of fruit and a tasty apple skin structure.",Branco,11,86,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2009 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Lavradores de Feitoria 14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows some distinctly herbal notes, which gives it a welcome point of difference from other Australian Merlots in this price range. Cedar and chocolate wrap themselves around a core of tart berries, showing off a velvety texture on the finish. Drink now.",,13,86,Victoria,Central Victoria,,Four Sisters 2008 Merlot (Central Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-sisters-2008-merlot-central/,Merlot,2008,Four Sisters 13.5,White,France,"Soft, ripe wine, its character determined by a smooth texture, rich yellow fruits and slowly developing acidity. It feels fat, rather heavy.",Vieilles Vignes,,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine Corsin 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corsin-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Corsin 14,Red,South Africa,Vibrant and juicy with flavors of black plum and cherry accented by notes of sweet spice. Balanced and lightly structured; drink now and pair with a stewed or braised meat or game dish.,,18,86,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2006 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2006-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2006,DeWaal ,White,France,"Soft and very ripe, a smooth, creamy wine, balanced by some green herbs and rich fruit, along with asparagus and white pear.",L'Epinet,,86,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine Sainte Barbe 2008 L'Epinet (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-barbe-2008-lepinet-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Sainte Barbe ,White,France,"Too much wood for a wine that is soft, very round and lacks much fruitiness. It's all spice. The wood needs time to fit with the fruit.",Hors Classe Mentrières,60,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Ferret 2008 Hors Classe Mentrières (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferret-2008-hors-classe-mentrieres-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Ferret 13,White,Italy,"Here's your quintessential food wine with aromas of lemon zest, mature peach, talc power, pear and pineapple. International markets adore Pinot Grigio precisely because it is easy to drink and it always leaves the palate refreshed.",Corvara,20,86,Veneto,Valdadige,,Albino Armani 2009 Corvara Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-2009-corvara-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Albino Armani 13,White,Argentina,"Not many Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay blends are coming out of Argentina, so pay attention to this acid-driven, Chenin-heavy wine with apple and white peach aromas and tart apple and clean citrus flavors. Cleansing and healthy more than complex or elevated.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Aconga 2009 Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aconga-2009-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2009,Aconga ,White,France,"A finely textured, balanced wine, with apple skin flavors followed by quince and perfumed herbs and lemon zest. Give it 12 months.",Terroir du Mâconnais,41,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Bret Brothers 2008 Terroir du Mâconnais (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2008-terroir-maconnais-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Bret Brothers ,White,France,"There are some fruit candy flavors here, the wine though has some freshness, crisp acidity and final hints of wood.",Vieilles Vignes,,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,André Corsin 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-corsin-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,André Corsin 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a fresh, vibrant quality to this luminous Pinot Grigio that makes it fun and easy to drink. Aromas of peach, pear and grapefruit would work nicely next to grilled fish or steamed vegetables. The wine is crisp and clean with loads of citrus.",,18,86,Veneto,Valdadige,,Altanuta 2009 Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanuta-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Altanuta 13,White,France,"Simple, attractive Chardonnay, structured with apple skins and a taut mineral core. Wrapped around is a softer layer of apricot juice and pink grapefruit flavors.",La Carte,,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Cave de Lugny 2008 La Carte (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2008-carte-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2008,Cave de Lugny 18,Port/Sherry,US,"This is a good, tawny Port-style wine with high alcohol and chocolate cream and blackberry flavors. It's pretty sweet, but loses a few points for an absence of richness.",Kelson Creek Ruby,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,C.G. di Arie NV Kelson Creek Ruby Port (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-nv-kelson-creek-ruby-port-blend-port-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Port,,C.G. di Arie 13,White,Italy,"Fresh aromas of stone fruit, cut grass and lemon zest emerge from the bouquet of this luminous Pinot Grigio. The wine is fresh and easy on the close and would pair with tomato and basil bruschetta.",,15,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Villa Rubini 2009 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-rubini-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Villa Rubini 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and candied, with raspberry tart and sweet, caramelized oak and vanilla cookie flavors. Delicious, but lacks structure and depth, especially at this price.",,34,86,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Venteux 2008 Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Venteux 14,Red,Argentina,"Savory, spicy and full on the nose, with aromas of grilled meat, clove and cooked molasses. The palate is juicier and more lively, with cassis and grassy cherry and green tobacco flavors. A little herbal and reedy/weedy but good with a true mouthfeel.",Gozzo,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Las Yeguas 2008 Gozzo Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-las-yeguas-2008-gozzo-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Finca Las Yeguas 13.5,White,South Africa,"A fresh and vibrant white with loads of citrus, melon and tart white plum guts in the nose and mouth. Glimmers of peony, mango and honeysuckle shine through for added interest, and the softly prickly palate leaves the wine crisp and lively through the finish. Drink now.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2009 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2009-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Indaba ,White,France,"Balanced, ripe pear and quince flavors, a creamy texture with light toast. Fine, rich wine.",,12,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-macon-villages-116949/,Chardonnay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 13,White,France,"Rich and mildly toasty with notes of wood-grilled peaches alongside hints of white florals on the nose. A bit round in the mouth with flavors of lychee, apricot and red apple flesh. Orange citrus and sweet spice add complexity to the palate while a kick of acidity livens up the finish.",Domaine des Salices,12,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,François Lurton 2008 Domaine des Salices Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-domaine-salices-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2008,François Lurton 13.5,White,Portugal,"Soft and ripe wine, with tropical fruits dominant. There is an attractive nutmeg flavor to go with the richness and the smooth texture.",Crasto Branco,18,86,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2009 Crasto Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Crasto 12.5,White,Italy,"Friulano is a native grape of northeast Italy and this easy expression leans towards aromas of peach, citrus and pineapple. It delivers comforting creaminess with lively freshness on the close.",D'Adda,15,86,,Friuli Grave,,Conte Brandolini 2009 D'Adda Friulano (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-brandolini-2009-dadda-italian-white-friulano-friuli-grave/,Friulano,2009,Conte Brandolini 14.3,Red,US,"For a Zinfandel to drink tonight with barbecue, you can't do better than this. It's robust and briary, with wild berry, currant, bacon, pepper and sandalwood flavors that are wrapped into firm tannins. But only 830 cases were produced.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Courtney Benham 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Courtney Benham 13.5,Red,France,"There's a nice violet floral backbone to this wine, adding some character and personality. Juicy red fruit and berries flood the nose and mouth, with accents of bay leaf in the bouquet and vanilla on the finish. The crushed velvet texture is attractive and approachable now; a great choice for entertaining, and an ideal companion for rack of lamb or grilled shoulder chops.",Chat 'O Souris,9,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2008 Chat 'O Souris Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2008-chat-o-souris-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2008,Domaines Paul Mas 14.5,Red,Australia,"A bit austere and astringent, with vibrant cherry fruit weighed down by a full allotment of cedary oak. This medium-bodied Cabernet should be more balanced by 2014, but will likely always remain on the tough side. Best to pair it with rare beef or lamb.",The Coppermine Road,65,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-coppermine-road-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,D'Arenberg 13.5,White,Italy,"Packaged in an easy screw-cap bottle, this fresh Italian Pinot Grigio would work beautifully with fried calamari or zucchini flowers stuffed with mozzarella. The wine is compact and lean with tones of stone fruit and citrus.",,15,86,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tramin 12.6,White,US,"Good for Turning Leaf for making this wine as dry and crisp as it is. Goes against the sweet style in favor of restraint, showing citrus, grass and vanilla flavors, with mouthwatering acidity.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2008-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Turning Leaf 12.5,White,US,"Likeable for its extreme dryness and brisk, mouthwatering acidity. Shows minerally flavors of citrus fruits, apricots, green apples and white peaches. A lovely cocktail sipper, and fine company for Chinese or Thai food.",Private Selection,11,86,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2009 Private Selection Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-private-selection-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Robert Mondavi 14,Red,South Africa,"There is a green edge to this wine that's otherwise dominated by black cherry, black currant leaf and fennel spice. The mouth is full and medium intense with firm tannins and a solid finish. With 15,000 cases imported, this selection should be easy to find and, at this great price, is an excellent choice for entertaining.",,9,86,Western Cape,,,Thorntree 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorntree-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Thorntree 14.2,Red,US,"Pretty good for a Tempranillo, especially at this price. It's a dry, light-bodied and silky wine, like Pinot Noir, except the cherry fruit, red currant, licorice and bacon flavors have a powerfully earthy note, like a mushroom and olive tapenade. The acidity could be softer, as it's quite sharp through the finish.",,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Just Joshin 2007 Tempranillo (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/just-joshin-2007-tempranillo-sierra-foothills/,Tempranillo,2007,Just Joshin 13.5,White,South Africa,"Straightforward and easy drinking with aromas and flavors of melon, white peach, pear and limey citrus. There's a solid mineral backbone to the medium-weight mouth, leading through to the solid, lively finish. Drink now.",,23,86,Stellenbosch,,,Raats Family 2008 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raats-family-2008-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Raats Family 13.9,White,Argentina,"Slightly mealy smelling on the nose, which is the complete opposite of a palate that is high in spiky acidity. Flavors of citrus and lime are pointed and a little sharp, while there's some burn and pith to the finish. Good but somewhat aggressive.",Don David Reserve,16,86,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2009 Don David Reserve Torrontés (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-don-david-reserve-torrontes-calchaqui-valley/,Torrontés,2009,Michel Torino 11,Rose,US,"One of the more successful Pinot Noir rosés, this one is dry, as the label promises, and crisp in acidity. That makes the strong raspberry and vanilla cola flavors feel clean and bright.",Eye of the Toad Dry Pinot Noir,10,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Toad Hollow 2009 Eye of the Toad Dry Pinot Noir Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2009-eye-dry-pinot-noir-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2009,Toad Hollow 13,White,Italy,Paolo Tosolini is an enthusiastic and hardworking winemaker who takes steady care with his Pinot Grigios year after year. This expression is fruity and light and there's a piquant touch of cleansing acidity on the close.,,17,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Teresa Raiz 2009 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Teresa Raiz 13.5,Red,Spain,"A dark color and stout aromas of black cherry and leather are inviting, while the palate shows a fresh bounciness along with juicy flavors of red and black berries that bring a touch of creamy vanilla. A lively wine for Southern Spain, but one that's regular and not hard to understand.",,10,86,Levante,Bullas,,Lorca 2008 Monastrell (Bullas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorca-2008-mourvedre-monastrell-bullas/,Monastrell,2008,Lorca 14,White,US,"Fancy name for a somewhat simple wine. It's sweet in jammy pineapples, Meyer lemons, limes and tangerines, with a creamy texture and a cloying sweetness. Would benefit from greater dryness and minerality.",Laguna Vista Vineyards Sur Lees Selection,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2009 Laguna Vista Vineyards Sur Lees Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2009-laguna-vista-sur-lees-selection-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 14,White,US,"Located in a very cool site, in a difficult environment, this vineyard needs a warmer vintage to succeed, which 2008 wasn't. The wine is high in acidity, almost sour, and the apricot flavors are intense and overpowering. Lots of new oak provides a welcome, softening richness, but the wine still tastes sharp and unbalanced.",Antonio Mountain Vineyard Aria Block,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2008 Antonio Mountain Vineyard Aria Block Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2008-antonio-mountain-vineyard-aria-block-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 12,White,Italy,"Made with organically farmed grapes, this bright Pinot Grigio delivers aromas of dried hay, stone fruit and a dusting of white mineral. The wine ends with a spicy touch of crispness.",Terra Summa,16,86,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2009 Terra Summa Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2009-terra-summa-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pizzolato 13,White,Italy,"Drago is a crisp and fundamentally fresh white wine that would pair with fish dishes or vegetable appetizers. Aromas here include white mineral, peach and citrus and there's a touch of sweet fruit on the close.",Drago,17,86,,Trentino,,Lechthaler 2009 Drago Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lechthaler-2009-drago-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Lechthaler 12.5,White,Italy,"Light and fresh, floral and peachy; this is textbook Pinot Grigio that delivers all the easy drinkability you require from an informal, affordable wine like this. You can pair it with fresh summer foods and salads.",,12,86,,Friuli Isonzo,,Palmadina 2008 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmadina-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Palmadina 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark as night, with raisin, licorice and char to the nose. Saturated and super-ripe on the palate, with chunky, intense flavors of baked berry and raisin. Almost too ripe but still good for near-term drinking due to its lush character and sweet, black fruit flavors.",Urban Uco,11,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2008 Urban Uco Malbec-Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-urban-uco-red-blend-malbec-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Malbec-Tempranillo,2008,O. Fournier 12.5,White,Italy,"The Simboli line from Gruppo La-Vis offers good value and quality to match. This luminous Pinot Grigio is redolent of peach blossom, pink grapefruit, pear and apple. It's light, crisp and lively on the close.",Simboli,10,86,,Trentino,,La Vis 2009 Simboli Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2009-simboli-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,La Vis 11.5,White,South Africa,"This is a delicious and attractive semi-sweet Chenin Blanc that's sure to seduce most. Vibrant and enticing on the nose with aromas of kiwi, pear, sweet grass and a touch of melon rind. Though sweeter and quite vibrant, the acidity balances out the richness of the ripe fruit flavors, and the finish is long but clean.",Fantail Semi-Sweet,15,86,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 2008 Fantail Semi-Sweet Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2008-fantail-semi-sweet-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Morgenhof 13.5,White,Spain,"This floral dry Moscatel is losing steam by the day, so I recommend seeking out the 2009 version. But if you do come across this vintage, you can expect grassy aromas mixed with fading white fruit notes. The palate is weighty, with medium acidity. Flavors of apricot are flattening and turning a little bitter. Drink up or wait for a fresher bottle.",Botani,22,86,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2008 Botani Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2008-botani-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2008,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 13.5,White,Argentina,"Consistent with past vintages, this wine features a soft, sweet nose of popcorn, buttered white fruits and baked apple. It's generic in feel, with chunky apple and citrus flavors that finish with pineapple, lemon and sweet banana. Round and easy; not edgy, hard or complicated.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Alamos 14,White,South Africa,"Red apple, cantaloupe, Asian pear and orange oil fill the nose and palate of this interesting white blend. A touch of nuttiness unfolds on the end, providing some depth and flavor to the lingering finish. Drink now.",Chardonnay-Chenin Blanc-Viognier,12,86,Wellington,,,Appollis 2009 Chardonnay-Chenin Blanc-Viognier White (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/appollis-2009-chardonnay-chenin-blanc-viognier-white-wellington/,White Blend,2009,Appollis ,Red,US,"Compact, straightforward, dried herbs, wild berries, an echo of coffee grounds and bitter chocolate. Clean winemaking, but a bit simple.",,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hudson Shah 2006 Malbec (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-shah-2006-malbec-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Malbec,2006,Hudson Shah 12.5,White,South Africa,"This is a light-weight, clean and refreshing wine that's a perfect choice for grilled chicken salads and crab cakes over frisée. Wet grass, underripe nectarine, lemon-lime citrus and green gooseberry along with accents of white lilly florals fill the nose and palate. Vibrant and enjoyable now, so drink up.",,10,86,Coastal Region,,,Fairvalley 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairvalley-2009-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fairvalley 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich blackberry, currant, cedar and spice flavors in this dry wine, and it's firm in finely ground tannins. Shows some acerbic sharpness throughout, especially when you swallow. Drink now.",Reserve,31,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Estancia 2007 Reserve Meritage (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2007-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Meritage,2007,Estancia 13.5,Rose,France,"What a vision! A brilliant and concentrated dark pink hue with a noticeably intense and fruit-forward nose of sweet mashed strawberry, watermelon and bubble gum. The palate is just as intense and fruity with more flavors of berries along with accents of melon and mealy pear.",Cuvée des Oliviers,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac,,Domaine Massamier la Mignarde 2009 Cuvée des Oliviers Rosé (Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-massamier-mignarde-2009-cuvee-oliviers-rose-vin-pays-coteaux-peyriac/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Massamier la Mignarde 13,Rose,France,"A rather ripe and fruit-forward rosé with very prominent notes of banana and strawberry as well as accents of cherry skins, providing some variance and depth. The mouth is creamy and balanced with medium acid and a crisp, citrus-infused finish.",Rosé de Syrah,12,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2009 Rosé de Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2009-rose-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2009,Domaines Astruc 13,White,France,"Big, bold wine, packed with toast and rich fruits. There is a definite tropical element here, the texture rich and smooth.",,28,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,Domaine Thibert Père et Fils 2008 Pouilly-Vinzelles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thibert-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Thibert Père et Fils 13.5,White,Italy,"Concilio offers a surprisingly floral expression of Pinot Grigio with aromas of honeysuckle, jasmine, mineral, peach and citrus. The aromatic intensity wins points here and the wine taste fresh and clean on the close.",,12,86,,Trentino,,Concilio 2009 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Concilio 14,Red,Argentina,"A little sharp and cheesy on first sniff, but for $8 this has a lot of quality going in its favor. The palate is sweet and fairly rich, with slightly spiky berry flavors. The finish is regular but short, with clean flavors and some bulk. Full-bodied for a value wine, with above-average brightness and clarity.",Xplorador,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Concha y Toro 2009 Xplorador Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-xplorador-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Concha y Toro 14,Red,South Africa,"Straightforward but attractive with solid aromas and flavors of cassis, anise spice, black berry and cherry. The medium-weight mouth is well balanced with fine but strong tannins and moderate acidity. Simple and traditional but easily enjoyable; drink now.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,BIG Flower 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-flower-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,BIG Flower 13.2,Rose,US,"Too dark in color and heavy in texture for a rosé, with a weight that's almost Rhône-like. But on the other hand, it's dry and clean, with pretty cherry and raspberry flavors. Good with roast salmon.",Rose of Syrah,22,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2009 Rose of Syrah Rosé (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2009-rose-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Rosé,2009,Buena Vista 13,White,Italy,"Bollini Pinot Grigio can be counted on as a steady and consistent white wine to drink on weeknights at home with family and friends. There are nice aromatic elements here—citrus, pear and passion fruit—that come together as a whole.",,14,86,,Trentino,,Bollini 2009 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Bollini 13,White,Spain,"Neutral on the nose except for a splash of pear and vanilla. The palate is medium in intensity, with tangy citric flavors of orange and grapefruit. Citrusy on the finish, which cements the wine as a refresher that's well worth a glass or more.",Valdemar,8,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2009 Valdemar Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2009-valdemar-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,Bodegas Valdemar 14.5,Red,US,"A bit overripe, with a raisiny, porty edge to the black currants and chocolate. But it's rich and lusty and full-bodied and dry. Sure is easy to drink with barbecue.",,25,87,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2006 Malbec (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2006-malbec-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Malbec,2006,Brassfield ,White,France,"Full, balanced wine, the fresh yellow fruit skins working with lime zest and a light vanilla character. The aftertaste is soft, toasty.",Domaine Michel Barraud les Pierres Dorées,15,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Domaine Michel Barraud les Pierres Dorées (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-domaine-michel-barraud-pierres-dorees-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 13,White,Italy,"This is a bright, golden color Pinot Grigio with pretty aromas of peach, apricot, pear and Golden Delicious apple. The wine is creamy and rich and leaves plenty of fresh fruit on the close.",Vigneti Le Marsure,13,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Teresa Raiz 2009 Vigneti Le Marsure Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2009-vigneti-le-marsure-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Teresa Raiz 13.5,White,Italy,"Here is a very successful interpretation of Pinot Grigio with loads of aromatic intensity, stone fruit, nectarine, honeysuckle and yellow rose. The wine is smooth and creamy on the palate and offers long lasting fruit flavors.",,21,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta Luisa 2009 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-luisa-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tenuta Luisa ,Red,US,"Conner Lee vineyard was the fruit source, and new oak barrels (from Minnesota) were used during the aging of the wine. It is already softening and maturing, the fruit showing secondary characteristics of baked fig and plum. The oak is sharply defined, but coming into balance. The midpalate extends with coffee, licorice and smoke, then turns a bit alcoholic as it fades.",,28,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2007 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Red Sky 12.5,Rose,Spain,"Neutral, minerally, salinic and refreshing on the nose, which is exactly what this critic wants from a $10 rosado. The palate is juicy and clean, with acid-driven flavors of pink grapefruit, tangerine and nectarine. Finishes in straight-ahead fashion, with snap and cleansing acids.",,10,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tapeña 2009 Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapena-2009-rose-vino-tierra-castilla/,Rosé,2009,Tapeña 14,Red,South Africa,"With loads of fruit, soft tannins and a light weight, this is a solid Cab that's easy to drink now. Cassis and dark black plum flavors are lifted by accents of licorice and peppery spice. Juicy and vibrant with a medium-length finish; try with steak pizzaiola or spice rubbed strip steak.",The First Lady,16,87,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2008 The First Lady Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2008-first-lady-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Warwick 13,White,Italy,"Easy to drink and perfect for serving at outdoor lunches, this no-fuss Pinot Grigio opens with fresh notes of citrus, exotic fruit, pear and peach. The wine is characterized in the mouth by a fruity, clean feel.",,22,87,,Collio,,Pighin 2009 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pighin-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pighin 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep and sultry aromas of black fruit, mineral and toast mix with licorice gum drop and leather to form a good bouquet. The palate, however, runs more sharp than expected, with high acidity propelling lean, narrow pie-cherry flavors. A bit hollow but fresh and pure. Starts better than it ends. 70% Malbec and 30% Corvina.",Paso Doble Malbec-Corvina,17,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Masi Tupungato 2008 Paso Doble Malbec-Corvina Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-tupungato-2008-paso-doble-malbec-corvina-red-tupungato/,Red Blend,2008,Masi Tupungato 14.3,Red,US,"An ambitious wine that aims for the fences and hits a double. It's soft and super-fruity, with the sweet, extracted flavors of blackberries and cherries, liberally enhanced with oak, that characterize modern Napa cult-style Cabs. But it lacks some depth and complexity, especially at this inflated price.",Hillside Grown,104,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Terraces 2007 Hillside Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-terraces-2007-hillside-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Oakville Terraces 14.9,Red,US,"Made in the traditional N&N style that is marked by hard, dry tannins and extreme dryness. There's a deep core of blackberry and blueberry fruit, and the wine is quite elegantly constructed, but it's unlikely to age well.",Darien Vineyard,48,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2007 Darien Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2007-darien-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Nickel & Nickel ,White,France,"Balanced. Not an intense wine but one that dances brightly on the palate. The honeyed toast is a strong element, giving a caramel edge to the wine.",Vieilles Vignes,,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Cheveau 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cheveau-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cheveau 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A huge, massive Malbec-led blend with sweet, jammy aromas. It's almost raisiny on the nose, although it leans more toward fig, chocolate and coconut flavors. Where it slips is in mouthfeel: blazing acidity and fierce tannins create a grabbing, grating texture that becomes increasingly sheering on the finish. Simply too rough and tartaric to be considered a great wine. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",Familia,58,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Durigutti 2005 Familia Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durigutti-2005-familia-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2005,Durigutti 14.8,Red,US,"Made in the Happy Canyon region, which now is an official appellation, this Syrah contains 16% Viognier. That white grape contributes acidity and brightness to a wine that needs both. The underlying Syrah is delicious in blackberry pie filling, raspberry tart, cola and light chocolate flavors, yet lacks a certain structural integrity. Drink now.",Toasted Rope,44,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2008 Toasted Rope Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-toasted-rope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Foxen 12,White,Germany,,Dürkheimer Rittergarten Kabinett Trocken,21,87,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2008 Dürkheimer Rittergarten Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2008-durkheimer-rittergarten-kabinett-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Fitz-Ritter 12.5,White,US,"A first-class Pinot Grigio, offering just about everything you want in the variety, at an everyday price. It's basically dry and nicely crisp in acidity, with delicious flavors of pineapples, limes, green apples, lemons and honeysuckle flowers.",,9,87,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Fetzer ,White,France,"Crisply citrus with vibrant bright acidity, this is a light and fresh wine, just with some caramel character.",,24,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Dominique Cornin 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominique-cornin-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Dominique Cornin 13,White,France,"This Viognier has a beautifully vibrant bouquet with aromas of white peach, pear, sweet pea and ginseng tea with honey. The palate is full and ripe with stone fruit flavors as well as a peach pit nuttiness lingering in the back and through to the finish. Nicely balanced and integrated; drink now to experience its true freshness.",dA,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2009 dA Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2009-da-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2009,Domaines Astruc 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a down to earth and seriously enjoyable Pinot Grigio with fresh aromas of citrus, peach and passion fruit. It's easy going and clean but those cool-climate aromas give it an extra boost of intensity and charm.",,20,87,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2009 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Gaierhof 13,White,Italy,"Clean and crystalline, this bright Pinot Grigio offers aromas pristine aromas of stone fruit, peach, citrus and mineral. It's fresh, tonic and would pair with oven-roasted tomatoes stuffed with ricotta and oregano.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Erste Neue 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erste-neue-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Erste Neue 14,White,Italy,"Fragrant pulses of jasmine, acacia and peach blossom emerge from the bouquet of this golden Gewürztraminer. The wine shows the best territorial characteristics of Alto Adige (in the far mountainous north of Italy) thanks to the intensity and purity of its aromas.",Kastelaz,35,87,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2009 Kastelaz Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2009-kastelaz-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Elena Walch 13,White,France,"Good crisp wine with an attractive green and white fruit skin texture and a mineral edge. Bright, fresh Chardonnay, very fruity.",,39,87,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château de Chamirey 2008 Mercurey,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chamirey-2008-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Chamirey 15,Red,Australia,"The intriguing blend is 50% Monastrell, 30% Grenache and 20% Shiraz, and the wine features crisp, clean notes of cherries and berries. The tannins are soft and rounded, with just a hint of smoke on the finish.",Tipico,23,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Cascabel 2007 Tipico Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascabel-2007-tipico-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2007,Cascabel ,White,France,"Balanced and rich, the wine has weight, soft textures and an attractive ripe fruit character. Spice and soft mango and peach give a tropical character.",Vieilles Vignes,26,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Catherine et Didier Tripoz 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catherine-didier-tripoz-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Catherine et Didier Tripoz 13,Rose,Spain,"Very good rosé given the price, with raspberry and vanilla aromas along with just a touch of stem and stalkiness. Flavors of cherry and nectarine are full and borderline cloying, but with medium-level acidity there's enough of a counterbalance. Functional in every way; serve chilled and you won't complain.",Rosado de Lagrima,8,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2009 Rosado de Lagrima Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2009-rosado-de-lagrima-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2009,Castillo de Monjardin 13,White,Italy,"Castello Banfi's Tuscan take on the popular Pinot Grigio grape always delivers good cheer and a sunny disposition. Mature notes of peach, melon and grapefruit give the wine dimension and personality.",San Angelo,17,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2009 San Angelo Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2009-san-angelo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Castello Banfi 14.1,White,US,"A very pretty Sauvignon Blanc marked by slightly sweet, citrus jam, lemongrass and vanilla flavors, but saved by vital acidity. The sweetness suggests pairing with Chinese or Vietnamese food.",Rte. Blanc,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2009 Rte. Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2009-rte-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Clif Family 14,Red,Argentina,"A big improvement over the 2008; this wine has some heat on the nose but otherwise it brings solid berry aromas. The palate has size and lift, with cola, black cherry and roasted plum flavors. Finishes thick and a little spicy and savory. Fresh, clean and good as a whole.",Alta,9,87,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2009 Alta Shiraz (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2009-alta-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-tulum-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Callia 13,White,Italy,"This light and buoyant Pinot Grigio from the Frescobaldi Attems property in northeast Italy delivers fresh aromas of peach, melon, apricot and honey. The wine is thick and creamy on the close and offers piquant freshness on the end.",,19,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Attems 2009 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attems-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Attems 14,White,Italy,"Richly floral and enticing with loads of fragrant characteristics, this luminous cool-climate Gewürztraminer washes over the palate with creamy, soapy aromas. The wine is sweet and generous and those qualities help it stand up to spicy Asian food.",,22,87,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2009 Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2009-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Andriano 13.8,Red,US,"This is a blend of the two Cabernets, Sauvignon and Franc, with 10% Syrah. It's dry and fruity, with good tannins and zesty acidity. The flavors veer toward cherries, black currants and sandalwood. Drink now.",Bouchet,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2008 Bouchet Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2008-bouchet-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Brander 13.5,Red,US,"Sweet smoky oak and a boatload of fruit dominate this soft, tasty Pinot Noir. The aromas and flavors include sandalwood, vanilla, raspberries, strawberries, red cherries and bacon. It's a pretty, polished and silky wine for drinking now with a nice steak or lamb chop.",,21,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bearboat 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bearboat-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bearboat 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a soft, delicious Syrah for drinking now with broiled or grilled meats. It's nice and dry and full-bodied, with interesting flavors of blackberries, sweet leather, bacon, red licorice, herbs and black pepper. At this price, it's a great restaurant by-the-glass selection.",South Ridge,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2008 South Ridge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-south-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,J. Lohr 14.2,White,US,"Try this as an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay. Dry and crisp in acidity, the wine shows elevated flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, pears and flowers. Really cleanses the mouth with briskness.",Grand Reserve,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Grand Reserve Pinot Gris (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-grand-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Gris,2009,Kendall-Jackson 13,Rose,France,"Extremely pale pink in color with a delicate nose of white strawberry, sweet pea florals and white cranberry vibrancy. The palate is zippy and fresh with flavors of small red berries and tangerine juice. Lightweight in the mouth with balanced acidity and a clean, concise finish. Drink now.",Grenache,11,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2009 Grenache Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2009-grenache-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2009,Les Jamelles ,Red,Portugal,"Smooth, soft wine with attractive acidity, black plum and berry juice flavor. There is a deal of acidity, tangy and juicy, the edge rather rustic.",Três Bagos,15,87,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2007 Três Bagos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2007-tres-bagos-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Lavradores de Feitoria 12.5,Rose,France,"With 4,500 cases imported, this rosé should be readily available and at this price you should snag what you can. Spicy hints of rosemary and ginger mingle with fruity aromas of nectarine, white cherry and wild strawberry. The mouth is medium weight and satisfying with vibrant acidity and a prominent juiciness that lingers. Drink now.",Cape Bleue,12,87,France Other,Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2009 Cape Bleue Rosé (Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2009-cape-bleue-rose-vin-pays-mediterranee/,Rosé,2009,Jean-Luc Colombo 13,White,Italy,"There's a natural creaminess to this wine that helps elevate aromas of peach nectar, apricot and honey. The mouthfeel is smooth and silky and imparts lasting citrus notes on the close.",Grivò,17,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2008 Grivò Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2008-grivo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Volpe Pasini 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A stout, concentrated bouquet brings floral, savory aromas that are borderline stewed. The palate, however, is jangled and sharp, with bold acidity that makes the plum and berry flavors zesty and punchy. Almost sour tasting on its own; this will perform best with food. 50% Malbec with 25% each Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Atamisque Assemblage,36,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Bodega Atamisque 2007 Atamisque Assemblage Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-atamisque-2007-assemblage-red-tupungato/,Red Blend,2007,Bodega Atamisque 14.5,White,US,"This is one of the drier Chardonnays out there. You won't find that fat, opulent Alexander Valley tropical fruit, but something more akin to Chablis. The flavors are of minerals and dried herbs, with background notes of pineapples, pears and oak.",Reserve,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Biltmore Estate 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biltmore-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Biltmore Estate ,Red,US,"There's a cut of acidity that slices through the richness, interfering with the palate's enjoyment of this dry, silky Pinot Noir. Its flavors are of cherry tart, with the sweet, smoky crust, and a splash of cherry liqueur. Drink now.",Rosella's Vineyard,75,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bernardus 13,White,South Africa,"With 7,000 cases imported, you should be able to find this stellar Sauv Blanc fairly easily. Aromas of sweet grass, gooseberry and pineapple acidity draw you in immediately, while flavors of ripe stone fruit carry through to the clean but not aggressive finish. Lightweight and linear but not meaningless, with a hint of peach pit nuttiness lingering on the close.",Beyond,12,87,Coastal Region,,,Buitenverwachting 2009 Beyond Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buitenverwachting-2009-beyond-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Buitenverwachting 15.7,Red,US,"A rich, spicy and superripe Zinfandel. It's a bit high and hot in alcohol, but very lush in chocolate, blackberry tart and raspberry jam flavors, sprinkled with peppery Indian spices. Drink now.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2007 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Peju ,White,US,"Tart and racy, with a nice mix of apple, pear, orange peel and pink grapefruit. The fruit is juicy and firm, the acids plentiful. This feels more substantial, less floral and delicate than many Rieslings, and quite dry, despite relatively low (under 13%) alcohol.",,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2008 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2008,Mercer 13,Rose,Argentina,"Quite good and above the masses when compared to the bulk of rosé wines coming from Argentina. Made from Malbec, it's bright and floral, with a touch of citrus to the nose. Healthy, vibrant, balanced and cleansing, with flavors of berries, nectarine and pink grapefruit. Drink now.",Malbec,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2010 Malbec Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2010-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2010,Melipal 14,Red,Spain,"Full-forced berry and cherry aromas are clean and fruity despite accents of leather and heat. The palate offers a good feel, healthy kick and tasty black fruit flavors touched up by hints of chocolate and pepper. Narrow on the finish, with espresso and spice. A solid, good wine from older vines.",Monastrell-Shiraz,15,87,Levante,Yecla,,Montgó 2007 Monastrell-Shiraz Red (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgo-2007-monastrell-shiraz-red-yecla/,Red Blend,2007,Montgó 12.5,White,Italy,"The quality-price ratio here is simply unbeatable. Mezzacorona presents a fuller, rounder, more satisfying Pinot Grigio with ripe aromas of peach, pear and honey. There's a smooth, creamy feel in the mouth.",,9,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Mezzacorona 2009 Pinot Grigio (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Mezzacorona 13.5,White,Argentina,"Full on the nose, with ripe, floral, lively aromas of gardenia, lychee and melon. A certain weightiness carries onto the palate, where melon, soft apple and spice notes reign. Oily and textured, with a Gewürztraminer-like personality and flavor profile.",,13,87,Other,Salta,,Alamos 2009 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2009-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2009,Alamos 14.6,Red,US,"A good wine, with some noble features such as perfect tannins and wonderfully fresh acidity. But, good as it is, there's something off in the taste. Too jammy, too fruity, with a candied, raspberry granola sweetness, lacking depth and the brooding, earthy layers you want in a Pinot this expensive.",Block N Bien Nacido Vineyard,52,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Block N Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-block-n-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foxen ,Red,US,"Softly entering maturity, this blend offers plum and chocolate, with hints of licorice. Smooth and supple.",Vinfinity Red,46,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2003 Vinfinity Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2003-vinfinity-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Forgeron 13,White,France,"With only three months in barrel, this Viognier has such a soft toasty warmth throughout that pairs perfectly with the natural fruity characteristics of the wine. Rich guava, quince and yellow peach abound with accents of dried rosehips and orange oil in the mouth and finish. Zesty, fresh and very easy to drink; drink now.",Reserve,,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Forge Estate 2009 Reserve Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forge-estate-2009-reserve-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2009,La Forge Estate 12.5,White,Italy,"Intaglio is an innovative blend of white grapes with pretty aromatic accents that span from white flowers and honeysuckle to peach and pear. The wine shows good consistency in the mouth, with a creamy, fresh blast of fruit on the finish.",Intaglio,13,87,,Trentino,,La Vis 2009 Intaglio White (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2009-intaglio-white-trentino/,White Blend,2009,La Vis 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's an exciting and well crafted Pinot Grigio with nice heft and density in the mouth followed by bright flavors of citrus, peach, pineapple and pear. The wine offers intensity and a creamy texture that would work with seafood or white meat.",,24,87,,Collio,,Russiz Superiore 2009 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russiz-superiore-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Russiz Superiore 15,Red,South Africa,"This Merlot has a pleasingly firm texture with gripping tannins and prominent acidity. The scents of blueberry, mushy black plum guts and preserved meyer lemons make the transition to the mouth full of peppery spice and coffee surprising. Try with a veal stew or broth braised shortribs.",Private Collection,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Spier 2006 Private Collection Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2006-private-collection-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2006,Spier ,White,US,"Quite sweet and fruity, with honeyed, candied stone fruit flavors. The residual sugar is listed as 6%, which qualifies this as a late-harvest style, and it would fit nicely alongside a simple dessert of fresh peaches and butter cookies.",Winemaker's Select,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2009 Winemaker's Select Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2009-winemakers-select-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Snoqualmie 14,Red,South Africa,"A touch of green plum and cigar spice keep things vibrant on this black cherry, plum and pepper heavy wine. Balanced and approachable with medium acidity and tannins leading through to the spicy finish.",,15,87,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2007 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2007-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2007,Simonsig 13,White,New Zealand,"Shows a lifted, herbal edge to the aromas of ripe pear and melon, making it fairly aromatic for NZ Pinot Gris. It's medium-bodied, soft and lush on the palate, with the right balance between sugar and acids so that it doesn't come across as being too sweet.",Private Bin,15,87,East Coast,,,Villa Maria 2009 Private Bin Pinot Gris (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2009-private-bin-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-east-coast/,Pinot Gris,2009,Villa Maria 12.5,White,Italy,This is a very interesting Pinot Grigio with a unique aromatic profile that includes a green note of chopped herbs or crushed white pepper. There are pretty fruit notes too and the wine is silky and crisp on the close.,Vigna di Pesina,16,87,,Delle Venezie,,Vigneti Villabella 2009 Vigna di Pesina Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2009-vigna-pesina-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Vigneti Villabella ,White,France,"Open, generous wine, the fruits showing round, white peach flavors dominant, with a crispening of lemon zest.",Les Grands Cheneaux,14,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Verze,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Les Grands Cheneaux (Mâcon-Verze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-grands-cheneaux-chardonnay-macon-verze/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 13,White,France,"Lemon-crisp wine, a light creamy apple purée and a green plum skin texture all give a deliciously light and poised wine. Screwcap.",Le Clos,28,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Verget 2008 Le Clos (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verget-2008-le-clos-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Verget 13.5,White,US,"You won't miss the influence of oak barrels at all on this Chardonnay because it's so rich in fruit. Dazzles the mouth with waves of pineapples, golden mangoes, ripe limes and sweet pears, balanced with crisp acidity.",Unoaked,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Valley of the Moon 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Valley of the Moon 14,Red,Argentina,"Baked and broad on the nose, with toasty aromas, marshmallow sweetness and floral hints. The palate is tight, healthy and tastes of savory, meaty fruit including black cherry and wild raspberry. Leather and herbal notes work the finish, and overall this is nice but more basic than complex.",Broquel,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Broquel Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-broquel-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Trapiche 13.9,White,US,"A lovely, elegant wine whose dryness and acidity make it perfect for a late afternoon cocktail. The lemon, lime, grapefruit and vanilla flavors finish a little thin, but this is a very nice Sauvignon Blanc for the price.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Courtney Benham 12,White,Germany,,Trocken,18,87,Mosel,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2008 Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2008-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Clusserath-Weiler 13,White,US,"This is a delightfully crisp, drily balanced Sauvignon Blanc that's perfect as a cocktail sipper with little appetizers. Made without any oak influence, it shows the variety's grapefruit, Meyer lemon, lime and grassy side, along with zesty acidity.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decoy 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decoy-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Decoy 15,Red,US,"This Merlot is soft and very rich in forward fruit. The flavors range from cherry jam, red currants and anise to melted milk chocolate and the buttered toast and spice of oak. Seems fully ready to drink now.",Estate,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2007 Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2007-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Frazier 13.5,White,Argentina,"Forward in style, with lightly toasty, creamy aromas that accent baseline apple and tropical fruit scents. The palate cruises at a good pace, with citrusy apple, lemon and green pear flavors. Long, lingering and a little loud on the finish, with more than ample power and zest.",Yauquen,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2009 Yauquen Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2009-yauquen-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Ruca Malen 12.5,White,Portugal,"A tightly crisp and fresh wine, packed with delicious apple acidity. Lime zest, green fruits, mineral texture all give a great vivid feel.",Passadouro Branco,,87,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2009 Passadouro Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Passadouro ,Red,Portugal,"Soft and fruity wine with red plum juice, attractive tannins and a good fresh streak of acidity.",Dourosa,,87,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2008 Dourosa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2008-dourosa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de la Rosa 14,Red,Spain,"Blackberry, tar and raisiny berry aromas rule the dense, dark bouquet, while the palate is short on vitality and large on big, raisiny flavors and prune. More tannic and grabby than smooth and free-flowing, with raisiny afternotes and some bitterness. Good but really ripe; 875 cases made.",,33,87,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Traslanzas 2005 Tinto del Pais (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/traslanzas-2005-tempranillo-tinto-pais-cigales/,Tinto del Pais,2005,Traslanzas 14.5,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet, nice and dry, with firm tannins framing blackberry, black currant, olive tapenade and cedar flavors. Feels a bit sharp, but otherwise a good effort.",Whalebone Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Whalebone 2007 Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whalebone-2007-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Whalebone 14,Red,Australia,"Many Australian wine prices look unsustainable in the long run, but in the short run, consumers are the beneficiaries. This value-priced offering features fresh herbs, bright cherry fruit and a touch of baking spices, all in a reasonably full-bodied package. Drink now.",Zeepaard,13,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2008 Zeepaard Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2008-zeepaard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2008,West Cape Howe 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A dark and heavy Pinotage with aromas of licorice, tobacco, roasted cocoa nibs and a hint of preserved Meyer lemon acidity. The full and decadent mouth follows suit with equally dark notes of black plum and blackberry preserves. A touch of coconut shines through on the sweet finish. Drink now.",Vintage Selection,18,87,Coastal Region,,,Spier 2006 Vintage Selection Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2006-vintage-selection-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2006,Spier 14.2,Red,US,"This is a Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend, and it's very good, especially for the price. Smooth and soft, it offers lush blackberry, red currant, cherry, chocolate and herb flavors that are drinking well now.",The Classic Four,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Spann Vineyards 2007 The Classic Four Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2007-classic-four-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Spann Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"A really nice Pinot Grigio that shows the crisp acidity and savory dryness that lift the wine into the category of super-cocktail sipper. The flavors are filled with citrus fruits, green grass, minerals and vanilla. Also fine with Vietnamese and Chinese food.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2008 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Smoking Loon 14.5,Red,US,"Too jammy to earn a higher score, although it's a pleasant enough Pinot. Shows silky flavors of raspberries, cherries, blueberries and blackberries that taste like pie filling, dusted with cinnamon and cocoa. There's a fine bite of acidity.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Mendelson 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendelson-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mendelson 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A blend of Corvina brought over from Italy and Argentine Malbec done in the Venetian ripasso style. The nose is a bit soupy and earthy as it seeks fresh fruit, while the palate runs rich and syrupy, with roasted berry and black plum flavors. Soft on the finish, with a quick fade. Best if you like meaty, sweet reds.",Corbec Corvina-Malbec,,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Masi Tupungato 2007 Corbec Corvina-Malbec Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-tupungato-2007-corbec-corvina-malbec-red-tupungato/,Red Blend,2007,Masi Tupungato 14,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and scratchy on the bouquet, with clove, leather and dried berry fruit aromas. The acidity seems a touch sharp, and thus the palate has a prickly, spiky feel along with firm flavors of red plum and cherry. Good and aggressive, but also somewhat of a burner with a scouring feel.",Old Vine,19,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Martino 2007 Old Vine Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martino-2007-old-vine-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Martino 13,Rose,Spain,"A little on the heavy, sweet and full side, but that's made up for via true berry and citrus flavors, a clean mouthfeel, and just enough vital acidity. First takes signal a full and ripe-styled rosé with a slight sugary cloy, but there's also depth of flavor and more complexity than many wines of this price offer.",Rosado,12,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2009 Rosado Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2009-rosado-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2009,Ochoa ,White,France,"Well structured, ripe fruit, the acidity balanced with a fine texture of bright apple skins. Good, attractive.",Le Chemin Blanc,30,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Verze,,Nicolas Maillet 2008 Le Chemin Blanc (Mâcon-Verze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-maillet-2008-le-chemin-blanc-chardonnay-macon-verze/,Chardonnay,2008,Nicolas Maillet 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rooty aromas of baked fruit and coffee/mocha set the stage for a chunky, thick palate of semi-salty berry fruit. There's a medium level of ripeness and sweetness here, which is broadened by oak, resin and vanilla notes. A good but typically bulky Malbec.",,19,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Finca Agostino 14.7,Red,US,"A very good wine from this famous vineyard, although it's compromised by some excessively ripe, raisiny flavors. There are just enough of them to interfere with the otherwise smooth, silky raspberries and cherries, and the new oak, which is delicious. Doesn't seem like an ager.",Sea Smoke Vineyard,80,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2008 Sea Smoke Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-sea-smoke-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foxen 13,White,Italy,"Ritratti offers an elegant Pinot Grigio with bright luminosity and pretty aromas of peach, apricot, pear and citrus. There's nice richness here and the wine glides smoothly over the palate thanks to its rich consistency.",Ritratti,17,87,,Trentino,,La Vis 2009 Ritratti Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2009-ritratti-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,La Vis ,Red,US,"This mix of Pepper Bridge, Seven Hills and Ash Hollow fruit includes 16% Cabernet Sauvignon and a splash of Malbec. Two thirds of the barrels were American oak. Still resolving, it shows some chewy, herbal, slightly bitter edges around softer, moderately ripe and plummy fruit.",,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2006 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2006,Reininger 13,White,France,"Smooth wood aromas that are followed on the palate to give a soft, caramel and vanilla flavored wine, licked by fresh lemon acidity. The wood needs a year to settle in.",En Vesvau,35,87,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2008 En Vesvau (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2008-en-vesvau-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2008,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 14.9,Red,US,"A very nice Merlot that shows the variety's softer, gentler side. It's rich in melted pastry flavors of cherries, raspberries and milk chocolate, and finishes dry and spicy. Drink now with a grilled steak.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emmolo 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmolo-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Emmolo 13.5,White,South Africa,"A more earthy and herbal option with intense aromas of fresh hay, thyme sprigs and whole bay leaf among notes of green stone fruit and citrus. The mouth exhibits a wonderful balance between tart and ripe fruit flavors, with lean gooseberry and ripe guava playing well against one another, while still maintaining its herbal core throughout. Smoothly textured with excellent, clean acidity and a solid finish.",Bergkelder Selection,10,87,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2009 Bergkelder Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2009-bergkelder-selection-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fleur Du Cap 14.5,White,Argentina,"Gold in color and heavy from the beginning, this wine is full, lusty and near its final resting place. Aromas of ham, fennel, melon and mango are sweet and full, while the palate is overweight and soft, with lychee, melon and apricot flavors. Empties out quickly on the finish, and as a whole it's blowsy and ready to drink right now.",Naked Pulp,23,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2008 Naked Pulp Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2008-naked-pulp-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2008,Doña Paula 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Subtle berry aromas are clean, intriguing and come with crispness and a dash of lemon peel. The palate is lean, cutting and pure, with elegance and citrusy flavors of cherry and raspberry along with peppery spice. Not a full-bodied monster but more Old World and subtle. Only 212 cases made.",Mainqué,30,87,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2007 Mainqué Merlot (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2007-mainque-merlot-rio-negro-valley/,Merlot,2007,Bodega Chacra 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a beautiful, fresh expression of Chardonnay that shows many of the territorial characteristics of the Lake Garda area. The nose is bursting with ripe peach and spring flower aromas and the mouth shows the creaminess and richness that is typical of sun-drenched vineyards.",Rocca Sveva,,87,,Garda,,Cantina di Soave 2009 Rocca Sveva Chardonnay (Garda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2009-rocca-sveva-chardonnay-garda/,Chardonnay,2009,Cantina di Soave 13.5,White,Italy,"From the Andriano line of Alto Adige's cooperative, Cantina Terlano, this attractively aromatic Pinot Grigio presents tones of stone fruit, white mineral and loads of fresh apricot. Pair this wine with vegetarian Indian dishes.",,21,87,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Andriano 14.3,White,US,"A nice, bright and savory Sauvignon Blanc, rich in fruit but dry on the finish. Shows waves of Meyer lemon, pineapple, kiwi, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors, accented with a touch of oak. Enjoyable on its own or with little appetizers.",Grand Reserve,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Grand Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-grand-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kendall-Jackson 14,Red,Argentina,"A jammy, tarry wine with aromas of leather, candy, licorice, mint and herbs. The palate has a solid, round feel and herbal flavors that hint at anisette, black cherry and chocolate mint. A bit sticky and thick but nice and generous.",Barrel Select,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bodega Norton 14,Red,Argentina,"Forceful on the nose, with floral berry and a spot of toast and earthy mineral. The palate is chunky and rich, with soft, grapey blackberry and quasi- syrupy black-fruit flavors. Viscous, creamy and generous, with soft tannins and controlled acidity. Drink this fall and winter.",Clásico,12,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2009 Clásico Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2009-clasico-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Goulart 14,Red,Argentina,"More raw than the 2007, with hot, vital aromas leading to a pointed palate of hard tannins, acid and narrow blueberry, mulberry and tea flavors. Lots of power and forwardness but runs short on body, feel and finesse. Like many 2008s, it's acidic and tight.",Reserva,17,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2008 Reserva Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2008-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Goulart 13.6,Rose,US,"A pretty, polished and clean rosé, finished with crisp acidity. It's zesty in peach, pear and citrus fruit flavors, but could be a little drier than it is.",,26,87,California,California Other,Napa Valley-Sierra Foothills,Azur 2009 Rosé (Napa Valley-Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azur-2009-rose-other-napa-valley-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2009,Azur 13,White,Italy,"This fun “ramato” or copper-colored Pinot Grigio (the color is a result of longer contact with the skins of the grape during winemaking) offers aromas of pink grapefruit, stone fruit and mineral.",Cupra Ramato,,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Attems 2009 Cupra Ramato Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attems-2009-cupra-ramato-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Attems 13.5,White,Italy,"Located in the cool, mountainous region of Alto Adige in the far north of Italy, Cantina Terlano boasts one of Italy's finest lines of crisp white wines. Albeit more informal, this luminous and fresh Pinot Grigio offers pristine aromas of stone fruit and citrus.",,22,87,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cantina Terlano 14.2,White,US,"Made in the modern style of ripe fruit and elaborate oak, this rich, creamy Chardonnay features pineapple jam, peach pie and toasty vanilla flavors. It's a bit obvious, but lipsmackingly delicious.",Dijon Clones,37,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2007 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2007-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Buena Vista 12.5,White,France,"On the bright and crisp side, this is a lively, fresh wine, mingling green fruits with toast and a more opulent richness.",Climat la Côte Rôtie,44,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Bret Brothers 2008 Climat la Côte Rôtie (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2008-climat-cote-rotie-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Bret Brothers 14,White,New Zealand,,Spinyback,17,87,Nelson,,,Waimea 2009 Spinyback Pinot Gris (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waimea-2009-spinyback-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-nelson/,Pinot Gris,2009,Waimea 12.5,White,Italy,"Saxophone Pinot Grigio offers very nice aromatic intensity with notes of peach, apricot, wild flowers and pink grapefruit. There's also a soft creaminess at the back that recalls white almond or vanilla pastry cream.",Saxophone,15,87,,Trentino,,Vivallis 2009 Saxophone Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivallis-2009-saxophone-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Vivallis ,White,France,"Rich and soft, but finely textured, great ripe swathes of spiced apricot and pear juice. A fine, delicious wine.",Hors Classe,,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Vins Auvigue 2008 Hors Classe (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2008-hors-classe-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Vins Auvigue 13,White,Spain,"The opening of green apple and honeydew melon says Rueda all the way. The feel is cleansing and fresh, with piercing but proper acidity pushing flavors of green citrus, melon and green apple. Stony on the finish, with zest. Solid for near-term drinking; don't let it sit around for long.",Spring in a Bottle,14,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Verderol 2009 Spring in a Bottle Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verderol-2009-spring-in-a-bottle-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Verderol 12.5,Rose,France,"H&B continuously produce excellent wines from across the Languedoc-Roussillon region, and this rosé is also a superb value to boot. Medium intense aromas of ripe raspberry, cherry and a touch of quince follow through to the crisp mouth elevated by citric notes of ruby red grapefruit. Clean and refreshing; an excellent companion for just about any fish served alla Puttanesca.",,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Hecht & Bannier 2009 Rosé (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2009-rose-languedoc/,Rosé,2009,Hecht & Bannier 13.5,Red,South Africa,"A firm and well-structured Merlot with intriguing notes of woody spice and cigar tobacco woven into the black plum and dark berry flavors. Medium weight in the mouth with gripping tannins and a long, peppery finish. Drink soon and try with braised meats or lamb shanks.",,24,87,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2006 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2006-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2006,Meerlust 13.8,Red,US,"A very nice Pinot Noir from Pinot maestro Dan Morgan Lee. The Twelve Clones isn't his best bottling, and only approximates the richness and complexity of the more expensive ones, but then, it costs less. Dry and rich, it has raspberry, cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors that are approachable now.",Twelve Clones,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2008 Twelve Clones Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-twelve-clones-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Morgan 14,White,South Africa,An easy-drinking and approachable unwooded Chard with soft floral notes of pink peony and gardenia as well as honeydew and ripe pear. The mouth is brisk and lively with lots of tropical fruit acidity brightening up the palate.,Chardonnay (Unwooded),15,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neethlingshof 2009 Chardonnay (Unwooded) Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neethlingshof-2009-chardonnay-unwooded-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2009,Neethlingshof ,White,US,"Off-dry (about 3% residual sugar) and fruity, this is a solid, slightly spritzy wine with simple New World character. Sweet peaches and apricots flesh it out, with a bit of honey in the finish.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Murphy's Law 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphys-law-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Murphy's Law 13,Rose,South Africa,"Immediately attractive on the nose and follows through in the mouth with notes of pink florals, wild strawberry and juicy ripe peach. Fresh and easy with a light texture and clean finish. Try with feta and orzo stuffed grilled tomatoes or roasted eggplant.",Juanita Cabernet Sauvignon,15,87,Robertson,,,Rietvallei Estate Wine 2009 Juanita Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rietvallei-estate-wine-2009-juanita-cabernet-sauvignon-rose-robertson/,Rosé,2009,Rietvallei Estate Wine ,White,Portugal,"The latest vintage of this good value wine is fresher yet, with bright and fresh fruit, with attractive acidity. A simple creamy texture supports crisp green apples.",Vallado Branco,20,87,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2009 Vallado Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Vallado 12.5,White,France,"There's a ton of ginger spice mingling nicely with the strong floral component of honeysuckle, orange blossom and dried hibiscus flowers in the nose of this wine. Ripe peach and grapefruit oil support the earthy characters and flesh out the full, flavorful mouth, closing nicely with a clean medium- length finish.",,14,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Fonfile 2008 Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fonfile-2008-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2008,Domaine de Fonfile ,White,France,"Dominated by caramel and vanilla, this is a clean wine that has weight of white fruit even if it is not showing at this stage. It needs a few more months in bottle to fully integrate.",Mâcon Milly-Lamartine,,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2008 Mâcon Milly-Lamartine (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2008-macon-milly-lamartine-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 14.5,Red,US,"A pace off the 2007, but a pretty good Zin. Despite being a little too soft and candy-sweet, it sure is tasty, offering an array of ripe wild red berry, currant, licorice, cocoa, spice and sandalwood flavors.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Dashe Cellars 12.6,Rose,France,"Composed of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, here's a tasty and attractively priced rosé with a gorgeous bouquet of fresh white strawberry, ripe plum and a touch of mango-infused tropical acidity. The palate is like a strawberry creamsicle, with a balanced richness that fosters the impression of decadence. A full and lush but still vibrant rosé.",,11,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Cuvée de Peña 2009 Rosé (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvee-pena-2009-rose-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Rosé,2009,Cuvée de Peña 14.6,Red,US,"Over-oaked, with caramelized vanilla aromas and flavors dominating. Under all that is a pretty good Cabernet, with blackberry and cherry flavors and smooth tannins.",,65,87,California,Napa,St. Helena,Valley Legend 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-legend-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Valley Legend 13,White,Italy,"This Reserve expression of Pinot Grigio does offer extra aromatic layers of exotic fruit, honey and apricot that help build overall complexity. There's a sweet note of yellow candy or butterscotch at the end.",Gold Label Reserve,,87,Veneto,Piave,,San Giuseppe 2008 Gold Label Reserve Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2008-gold-label-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2008,San Giuseppe 14.4,Red,US,"Great structure on this wine, which contains a few drops of Merlot and Cab Sauvignon to strengthen it. It's still a little thin, with the cherry, red currant and oak flavors trailing off, but it's polished and elegant.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2006 Cabernet Franc (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2006-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Thomas Fogarty ,White,France,"Textured wine, showing crisp citrus along with green herbs, some spice and a delicious juicy final taste.",,20,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Fuissé,,Thibert Père et Fils 2008 Mâcon-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thibert-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-macon-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Thibert Père et Fils 14.6,Red,US,"There's a cut of strong acidity that compromises this wine, which otherwise is very rich in cherry and raspberry fruit. It's wonderfully silky and dry, and the tannins are thick enough to see the wine through the next 6–8 years. But that acidity is troubling.",Balistreri Vineyard Freestone View Block,75,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2007 Balistreri Vineyard Freestone View Block Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2007-balistreri-vineyard-freestone-view-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"This mountain blend is dry and spicy. It has brisk tannins, with wild cherry, red currant, bacon, herb and pepper flavors. Elegant and appealing.",,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,She Wines 2006 Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/she-wines-2006-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2006,She Wines 16.3,Red,US,"Lots of rich, forward flavor in this wine. It floods the palate with blackberries, black currants, blueberries, dark chocolate and sweetly smoked cedar wood, and is properly dry. There's some sharpness that interferes with a smooth palate ride, but it's a pretty nice wine.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sculpterra 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sculpterra-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sculpterra 13,White,France,"A homely name—the vines behind the house— sets the scene for a fresh wine, mineral in character, with a taut texture. The fruit is green, crisp, showing a strong line in acidity.",Domaine des Deux Roches Vignes Derrière la Maison,27,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Domaine des Deux Roches Vignes Derrière la Maison (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-domaine-deux-roches-vignes-derriere-maison-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier 13.5,White,Italy,"Balanced and deeply aromatic, this luminous Pinot Grigio from Alto Adige delivers aromatic tones of stone fruit, honeysuckle and citrus. The wine is smooth and tonic with a nicely silky feel on the close.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Colterenzio 13.7,White,Argentina,"A touch basic but also rock solid for $10. Apricot and other proper white fruit aromas get it going, and then come apple and apricot flavors. There's a slight cidery element to it, and the acid has a sheering quality, but as a whole it's nice Viognier for the price.",Ampakama,10,86,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2009 Ampakama Viognier (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2009-ampakama-viognier-san-juan/,Viognier,2009,Casa Montes ,White,France,"Textured wine, packed with tight citrus flavors, full in the mouth, needing a few months to soften. Good potential from the weight.",En Chailloux,20,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Prissé,,Thibert Père et Fils 2008 En Chailloux (Mâcon-Prissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thibert-pere-fils-2008-en-chailloux-chardonnay-macon-prisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Thibert Père et Fils 11,Red,Germany,,Charta,22,85,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2008 Charta Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2008-charta-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Johannishof 13.5,White,South Africa,"Smells tart and lean with aromas of white currant, green pepper, hay and feline. The linear mouth offers more orange citrus and slightly sour but surprisingly vibrant watermelon rind flavors. Brisk and mouthwatering; pair with cold soups like watermelon gazpacho or chilled asparagus soup.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Sunshine Organics 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunshine-organics-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sunshine Organics 14.1,White,US,"As sweet as a dessert pastry, with white sugared orange marmalade, pineapple crême brulée and vanilla cream flavors. Crisp acidity provides needed balance. Nice, if you like your white wines this sweet.",,22,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2009 Pinot Gris (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Gris,2009,Buena Vista 12.5,White,Italy,"There's not much aromatic intensity here but this luminous Riesling from cool-climate Northern Italy has a soft, fruity feel, lean consistency and balanced acidity. Easy going, light and informal, pair this wine with spicy tapas or Indian vegetarian appetizers.",,13,85,,Trentino,,Lagaria 2008 Riesling (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2008-riesling-trentino/,Riesling,2008,Lagaria 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's an easy, hay-colored Pinot Grigio with no-fuss aromas of citrus, grapefruit and a touch of cut grass. It's a crisp, refreshing wine that would wash down well with steamed mussels with garlic and parsley.",,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Lagaria 14.1,Red,US,"A likeable Pinot for its silky mouthfeel, but a bit too fruity, with jammy raspberry, orange and oak richness, and the supporting structure of acidity and tannins just isn't there.",Ketcham Vineyard,48,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ketcham Estate 2008 Ketcham Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ketcham-estate-2008-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ketcham Estate 12.5,White,Italy,"No doubt this is a simple wine, but it's zippy freshness and overall informality wins it points. You can't go wrong here: the wine is clean, tonic and drinks ever so easily, sip after refreshing sip. A small percentage of Chardonnay is added for extra creaminess.",,7,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Bella Sera 2009 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-sera-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Bella Sera 14.2,White,US,"With sweet, vanilla custard and buttered popcorn flavors piled onto the golden apricot and pineapple jam fruit, this Chardonnay is made in the popular style. It's refreshed with clean, crisp acidity.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tangley Oaks 2007 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2007-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Tangley Oaks 13.5,Red,Australia,"Easy to drink and easy to like, this is a soft, supple Merlot that emphasizes chocolate and cassis aromas and flavors. It doesn't have a great deal of structure, so drink it over the next several months.",Select,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tall Poppy 2007 Select Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-poppy-2007-select-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2007,Tall Poppy 15.4,Red,US,"Good and tasty, if a little one-dimensional, offering blackberry and cherry jam flavors, accented with sweet oak. Drink now.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Pezzi King 13.5,Red,Argentina,"One look at the name and label and it screams “new concept wine designed for exploding Malbec market,” which doesn't mean it's bad. The nose is rubbery and full of berry fruit, while the palate is high in acid and a touch sharp, leading to sweet-tart berry flavors in front of a simple finish. Good wine but highly regular.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Los Cowboys 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-cowboys-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Los Cowboys 12.5,White,US,"Nice pineapple, tangerine, golden apricot and peach flavors in this spicy wine, and it has a sweet vanilla richness. Would benefit from greater dryness, but it's an easy, stylish sipper at a good price.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Little Black Dress 14,Red,South Africa,"Starts off a touch rubbery, which blows off with time to reveal notes of peppery spice and black plum skins. The acidity is a bit sharp in the mouth, but is controlled by a sweet spice-infused finish.",The Owl Post,30,85,Stellenbosch,,,Neethlingshof 2006 The Owl Post Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neethlingshof-2006-owl-post-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2006,Neethlingshof 12,White,Italy,"This cheerful blend of Pinot Grigio and Garganega (a native grape of northern Italy) offers fresh Italian flavors of citrus, peach and flower in a bag-in-box, three-liter format. Informal and light, it ends with sweet grapefruit flavors.",3 liter BIB,20,85,,Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2009 3 liter BIB White (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2009-3-liter-bib-white-venezie/,White Blend,2009,Duca del Frassino 13,Rose,France,"Sweet and herbal all at once with aromas of strawberry Jolly Rancher alongside notes of sweet stewed tomato and grass. The mouth shows more tart fruit flavors of cranberry and pink grapefruit, livening up the round mouthfeel. A little confusing and schizo.",,17,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine de Nizas 2009 Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2009-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de Nizas 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Burnt, stemmy and roasted smelling, with a leafy cover to the nose. The palate is cheek-grabbing and tannic, while the flavors of red fruits are regular and spicy. Even more barrel spice appears on the forward, lean finish.",ILKA,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2007 ILKA Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2007-ilka-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2007,Finca Agostino 13.5,White,South Africa,"For something a little different, try this 49% Sauv Blanc, 38% Chenin Blanc and 13% Viognier blend that's loaded with fruit and florals. Juicy peach, lychee, accents of tea rose and white melon rind abound in the nose and mouth. Light weight and easy drinking with a short, clean finish.",Sauvignon Blanc-Chenin Blanc-Viognier,14,85,Western Cape,,,Vansha 2009 Sauvignon Blanc-Chenin Blanc-Viognier White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vansha-2009-sauvignon-blanc-chenin-blanc-viognier-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2009,Vansha 14.4,White,US,"Nice and crisp, with rich citrus fruit, green apple, lemongrass and vanilla flavors. It's a little too sweet, but will satisfy lots of consumers who shy away from dryness.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Pezzi King 13.5,Red,US,"With some green tannins and a minty edge to the cherry-berry fruit, this everyday Merlot is a pretty good house pour for grilled meats. Gets an extra point for smoothness.",,17,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Paso Creek 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-creek-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Paso Creek 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and acidic, with thin cherry skin, red currant and tobacco flavors. A tough, country-style wine to drink with simple fare.",Persuasion,19,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Olson Ogden 2008 Persuasion Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2008-persuasion-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Olson Ogden 12,White,Italy,"This well-priced Pinot Grigio in a screw-top bottle would make a perfect companion to appetizers and bite-sized snacks. It's a simple, easy wine with a refreshing but watery feel in the mouth.",,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Zonin 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Zonin 14.5,White,US,"Dry and tart in acidity, with an almost sparkling liveliness that may calm down by the time you read this. The flavors are simple, of pineapple, orange and apricot fruit juice.",,16,84,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2009-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Yorkville Cellars 11.5,White,Australia,"A plump, medium-bodied rendition of Pinot Grigio, this is driven by tropical fruit reminiscent of pineapple, tinged with guava. It's a simple, fruit-cocktail of a wine.",Reserve,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2008 Reserve Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2008-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Yellow Tail 13,Red,Spain,"Smells like a wet dog along with funk and candied berry fruit. Tastes better and more clean, with sweet black cherry and dark plum flavors. There's even a dusting of chocolate to the finish. Kind of unstable and sweaty but not bad for a $10 Rioja.",Spanish Demon,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallobera 2009 Spanish Demon (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallobera-2009-spanish-demon-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Vallobera 11.5,White,US,"The alcohol is nice and low on this pretty little Riesling, and the residual sugar is apparent in the sugary apricot, peach and honeysuckle flavors. It's clean and tart in acidity. If you like a rather sweet white wine, it's for you.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2008 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Turning Leaf 14.5,White,South Africa,"Faint aromas of melon and red apple flesh appear in the nose, while the mouth provides riper, more mushy notes of mealy pear and soft cantaloupe. The mouthfeel is a little flabby and the finish a bit simple.",Cape Maidens,10,84,Western Cape,,,Juno 2009 Cape Maidens Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2009-cape-maidens-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,Juno 12,White,Italy,"Fruit is sourced from northeast Italy and the wine offers easy aromas of citrus and cut green grass. You'll also recognize tones of peach, white almond and honeydew melon. In the mouth, the wine is light, lean and crisp.",,12,84,,Friuli Aquileia,,Albola 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albola-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Albola ,White,France,"Soft, spiced with plenty of toast, offering just hints of fruit. The wood has too much weight for the fruit.",Le Clos Tête de Cru,50,84,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Ferret 2008 Le Clos Tête de Cru (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferret-2008-le-clos-tete-cru-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Ferret 12.5,White,Argentina,"Lychee aromas are what you get from the otherwise neutral bouquet, and the palate is tangy and regular, with orange and tangerine flavors. Long, sharp and a touch pithy and bitter on the finish.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Conquista 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conquista-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Conquista 13.9,Red,US,"Lusty and zesty are two words that describe this Zinfandel. Rustic is another, because of the uneven tannins, and the way the soft texture turns jammy-sweet in raspberries. It is, in other words, a sound, country-style Zinfandel for easy drinking.",Reserve Blend,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Clos du Lac 2007 Reserve Blend Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2007-reserve-blend-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2007,Clos du Lac 12,White,Italy,"Aromas of citrus, stone fruit, white mineral and Golden Delicious apple emerge from the nose of this informal Pinot Grigio. Thanks to its crisp finish, you could pair this wine with salad.",,12,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2009 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Bonotto delle Tezze 14.2,Red,US,"A tasty Zin, rich and elaborately layered, with wild red berry, chocolate, spice, gingerbread cookie, brown sugar and sandalwood flavors. A bit too sweet and soft, though.",50,30,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,XYZin 2008 50 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xyzin-2008-50-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,XYZin 14.4,Red,US,"An easy drinking, rather rustic wine, dry, soft and spicy, with a light, silky texture. Shows cherry, currant and tobacco flavors. Zinfandel, Mourvèdre, Petite Sirah and Syrah.",Mo Zin,22,85,California,California Other,California,Spann Vineyards 2007 Mo Zin Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2007-mo-zin-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Spann Vineyards 14,Dessert,US,"Enormously sweet, with honeyed flavors of golden apricot, lemon custard, pineapple crême brulée and vanilla meringue. Delicious, but lacking in vibrant acidity for balance.",Late Harvest,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2008 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2008-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Rock Wall ,Red,US,"Earthy with a strong herbal component, this Cabernet Franc is mostly sourced from Yakima Valley fruit. It looks and feels older than its vintage, with bricking around the perimeter and fruit that is well past primary freshness. Drink up.",,25,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2007 Cabernet Franc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2007-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Red Sky 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's your quintessential, easy-drinking Italian white with a crisp personality and clean aromas of citrus, white mineral, stone fruit and pear. It's a thin, open and refreshing alternative.",,15,85,,Friuli Grave,,San Simone 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simone-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,San Simone 12,White,US,"The lychee, tropical fruit, wildflower and wildly exotic spice aromas and flavors bear Gewurztraminer's unmistakeable signature. The richness is balanced with zesty acidity, and the finish is off-dry.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2009 Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2009-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Fetzer 13,White,France,"Soft pineapple and peach fruit flavors. The wine has lively acidity, with a spicy citrus edge. The aftertaste is light, fresh and crisp.",,,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,Ferraud et Fils 2008 Pouilly-Vinzelles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2008,Ferraud et Fils ,White,France,"Very soft wine, with a light sense of texture. It feels fat, somewhat heavy.",Domaine Beranger,24,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine Beranger (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-beranger-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,US,"Soft, dark and roundly fruity, this easy going red would be a fine companion to spaghetti, pizza, burgers or almost any comfort food. Mostly Merlot, with Cabernet, Syrah and Cab Franc filling in the rest, it has enough stuffing, tannin and barrel toast to stand up to a cold autumn evening.",Sagebrush Red,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canyon's Edge 2006 Sagebrush Red Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyons-edge-2006-sagebrush-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Canyon's Edge 12.5,White,Italy,"A vineyard-select Pinot Grigio, this refreshing wine offers a bouquet of stone fruit, white mineral and zesty lemon rind. It has an easy, lean feel in the mouth and is very refreshing nonetheless.",Dal Vigneto Vigne dai Vieris,10,85,,Venezia Giulia,,Di Lenardo 2009 Dal Vigneto Vigne dai Vieris Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenardo-2009-dal-vigneto-vigne-dai-vieris-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Di Lenardo 14.5,Red,US,"You'll want some rich, smoky barbecue, slathered in sauce, to eat with this wine, because it's pretty fierce in tannins, and on its own is a bit overripe in raisins. The Shenandoah Valley is an appellation that spreads across the heart of Amador and El Dorado counties, in the Sierra Foothills.",Potter Vineyard,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Clos du Lac 2007 Potter Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2007-potter-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Clos du Lac 14,Red,Argentina,"Prune and baked fruit aromas lead the bouquet, which brings some earth and leather. The palate is thick and full, with sweet, savory, roasted plum and berry flavors. Foresty, spicy notes drift onto the finish, but there's also a flatness that keeps things restricted.",Vika Syrah-Malbec,9,85,Other,San Juan,,Bodegas La Guarda 2008 Vika Syrah-Malbec Malbec-Syrah (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-guarda-2008-vika-syrah-malbec-red-blend-malbec-syrah-san-juan/,Malbec-Syrah,2008,Bodegas La Guarda 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Light stemmy aromas kick it off in a semigreen, moderately raw direction. The palate has a good feel to it despite some heat, and the red fruit palate shows mild sharpness and angularity. Somewhat raw and clacky on the finish, but in this price range it's about average.",Avanti,12,85,Other,San Juan,,Bodegas Borbore 2008 Avanti Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-borbore-2008-avanti-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2008,Bodegas Borbore 14.2,White,US,"A bone-dry Sauvignon Blanc that's high in acidity, with a racy mouthfeel. It has lemongrass and gooseberry flavors, and a touch of that green, feline note that you may not like.",,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Broman 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broman-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Broman 13,White,Italy,"This is a thin and fresh Pinot Grigio with a bright, luminous appearance and tonic aromas of citrus, stone fruit and kiwi. It's an easy, informal wine to pair with tuna or chicken salad.",Casa in Bruma n. 23,13,85,,Friuli Isonzo,,Blason 2009 Casa in Bruma n. 23 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blason-2009-casa-in-bruma-n-23-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Blason ,Red,US,"A spicy, sharply defined Syrah, this is streaked with a strong flavor of clove. The fruit is light and suggests blueberries, but there are stronger flavors of vanilla and tobacco that dominate. A bit of heat slips into the finish, as the fruit quickly fades.",Winemaker Select Co-Ferment Estate,40,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2006 Winemaker Select Co-Ferment Estate Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2006-winemaker-select-co-ferment-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2006,Kestrel 13,White,Italy,"Easy, fresh and well-priced, this luminous Pinot Grigio would pair with appetizers or cheese platters. The wine shows bright aromas of citrus, pear and peach and there's a spicy, zesty tone on the close.",,10,85,,Venezia Giulia,,Le Due Torri 2009 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-due-torri-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Le Due Torri 13,Rose,France,"With 80% Cinsault and 20% Syrah, this pale salmon-colored rosé offers delicate aromas of white peach alongside accents of white cranberry and talcum powder. Lightweight with vibrant acidity in the mouth, the mouthwatering finish is full of tart red berry flavors and a hint of green banana. Drink now.",Père et Fils - Cinsault Syrah,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2009 Père et Fils - Cinsault Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2009-pere-fils-cinsault-syrah-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2009,Laurent Miquel 13,White,France,"A solid, easy-drinking white that offers notes of juicy pear, tropical fruit and orange rind supported by tiny glimmers of soft sweet spice. Light weight with medium intensity, try with delicate grilled fish dishes. Drink now.",Père et Fils,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2008 Père et Fils Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2008-pere-fils-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Laurent Miquel 13,Red,US,"A pretty Pinot Noir, dry and silky, with plenty of flavor. Not terribly complicated, but offers a pleasant range of cherries, raspberries and sandalwood.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Heron 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Heron 14.5,Red,US,"A rustic blend of Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah, Grenache and Petite Sirah, this robust wine has lots of fruity flavor. Drink with Mexican food, burgers, goulash, meat loaf and similar simple fare.",Engine Company 5,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fire Station Red 2007 Engine Company 5 Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-station-red-2007-engine-company-5-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2007,Fire Station Red 13.9,White,US,"Sugary sweet and jammy, with pineapple, tangerine, peach and vanilla custard flavors, balanced with brisk acidity. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Albariño, Muscat Blanc and Chardonnay.",White X,15,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,X 2009 White X White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2009-white-north-coast/,White Blend,2009,X 12,White,Germany,,Rüdesheimer Kabinett Dry,15,85,Rheingau,,,Carl Ehrhard 2008 Rüdesheimer Kabinett Dry Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-ehrhard-2008-rudesheimer-kabinett-dry-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Carl Ehrhard 12,White,Italy,"Made with organically grown grapes, this luminous Pinot Grigio offers crisp aromas of citrus and stone fruit. It's not a complex or sophisticated wine, nor is it meant to be. Enjoy it as an easy-drinking, refreshing Italian white.",Trefili,10,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Cantine Volpi 2009 Trefili Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-volpi-2009-trefili-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cantine Volpi 12.5,White,Italy,"Friendly and approachable, this luminous and compact Pinot Grigio would make an informal dinner companion to fried fish sticks or Chinese take-out. Aromas here include citrus, pear and a touch of sweet almond paste.",,12,85,,Delle Venezie,,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-lenotti-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 13,White,Italy,Müller Thurgau is widely planted in the steep valleys of Italy's Alto Adige where it finds cool climatic conditions that help safeguard the variety's natural floral and fruity aromas. This expression is light and food-friendly and there's a touch of white pepper on the close.,,20,85,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2009 Müller-Thurgau (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2009-other-white-muller-thurgau-alto-adige/,Müller-Thurgau,2009,Cantina Terlano 14,White,South Africa,"The nose of this wine starts off a little green with hints of avocado skin, fresh cut grass and green underripe berries. But then the mouth offers slightly riper flavors with notes of bitter orange, hard melon and Granny Smith apple. The end result: an easy to drink and surprisingly versatile white.",The Ruins,10,85,Robertson,,,Bon Cap 2009 The Ruins Chardonnay-Viognier (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-cap-2009-ruins-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-robertson/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2009,Bon Cap 14,Red,Australia,,,22,85,Victoria,Beechworth,,Brokenwood 2009 Pinot Noir (Beechworth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2009-pinot-noir-beechworth/,Pinot Noir,2009,Brokenwood ,White,US,"Refreshing and light, with a mix of melon, apple and pear. Slightly fizzy, yeasty, and with a hint of vanilla cracker in the finish.",,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2008-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mercer 13,White,Italy,"This refreshing Pinot Grigio from Northeast Italy offers an interesting bouquet that includes elements of flower, peach, natural rubber and a distant note of smoke or dusty mineral. In the mouth, the wine is light, fresh and zesty.",Poderi di Carlo,15,85,,Collio,,Primosic 2008 Poderi di Carlo Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primosic-2008-poderi-carlo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Primosic 13.8,White,US,"As sweet as buttered popcorn and a pineapple-lemon tart dessert pastry. Will appeal to the popular style, but would benefit from greater dryness and nuance.",Signature Collection,35,85,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2008 Signature Collection Chardonnay (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2008-signature-collection-chardonnay-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Pietra Santa ,Red,US,"Simple, fruity and forward, this pleasant Syrah seems to fade quickly. It's got a lot of color and a light varietal mix of herb, earth, fungus and berry.",,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),North by Northwest 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/north-by-northwest-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,North by Northwest 13.5,Red,US,"Lots to like here. The wine shows a fine, silky texture, the acidity is bright and crisp, the alcohol is nice and modest, and the finish is totally dry. The cherry flavors are a little thin, but it's not a bad Pinot Noir for the price.",Reserve,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fog Head ,White,Portugal,"Spice, fruit, soft structure, attractive acidity. An aromatically fresh wine, floral with light toast.",Branco,25,85,Douro,,,Kopke 2009 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Kopke 12,White,Italy,"Set at an attractively low price, this fresh Pinot Grigio offers cooling aromas of passion fruit, peach and honeydew melon. It's an easy wine with a lean mouthfeel that would taste great on a hot day spent outdoors.",Storie di Vite,10,85,,Trentino,,La Vis 2009 Storie di Vite Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2009-storie-vite-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,La Vis 13.5,White,US,"Tasted in June, this Sauvignon Blanc had some unresolved fizziness. It's basically dry and zesty in acidity, with refreshing lemongrass, pineapple, spearmint gum, green melon and vanilla flavors. A tiny bit of oak adds welcome richness.",Charlotte's Home,13,85,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 2009 Charlotte's Home Sauvignon Blanc (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2009-charlottes-home-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-northern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rodney Strong 12.5,White,Italy,"Riondo Pinot Grigio comes in a clean, transparent bottle and opens to zesty aromas of cut grass, kiwi, dandelion flowers and white mineral. The mouthfeel is light, fresh and compact with some sweet tones in the mouth.",Monte Forte Lot 6,,85,,Delle Venezie,,Riondo 2009 Monte Forte Lot 6 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-2009-monte-forte-lot-6-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Riondo ,Red,US,"The winemakers have done a good job of taking the green tannins and herbal flavors down a notch or two, leaving a dry, astringent wine which might slip comfortably into a tasting of inexpensive Chilean Cabernet or Carmenère. Like those wines, it should prosper if accompanied by a hanger steak.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Silver Lake ,Red,US,"Simple and straightforward, with a deep purple/plum tone that belies the rather light flavors. This shows tart black cherry fruit with herbal highlights. Tannins have been rough-sanded but are still on the noticeably green and astringent side. A good, everyday steak wine.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Silver Lake 12,White,Germany,,Dry,12,85,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2008 Dry Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2008-dry-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Villa Wolf 12,White,Italy,"Here's an easy-going blend of Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Garganega from the Veneto in northern Italy. The wine is informal, fresh and priced just right.",Giulietta,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2009 Giulietta White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-giulietta-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2009,Tommasi 13.8,Rose,US,"A pretty good wine in its own right, although it's much darker and more full-bodied than a rosé really should be. Still, it's dry and crisp, with raspberry tart, vanilla and sandalwood flavors.",Grower's Selection Rose of Pinot Noir,13,85,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,The Crusher 2009 Grower's Selection Rose of Pinot Noir Rosé (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crusher-2009-growers-selection-rose-pinot-noir-central-valley-clarksburg/,Rosé,2009,The Crusher 12.5,White,Spain,"A touch hard on the nose, with aromas of green hay, beach grass and apple. The palate has a tart freshness to it as well as flavors of green apple, tangy citrus and lime. Crisp and acidic but still good in a no-nonsense, cutting sort of way.",Blanco,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2009 Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2009-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,El Circulo ,Red,US,"An interesting nose mixes purple fruits with a spicy mint note. Vanilla and tobacco take over the midpalate, perhaps just the new oak barrel flavors still being integrated. At the moment the fruit is austere, the tannins dry, the wine dominated by vanilla and tobacco flavors.",,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Dussek Family Cellars 2007 Syrah (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dussek-family-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Syrah,2007,Dussek Family Cellars 13,White,South Africa,"Despite the somewhat silly name, this is a vibrant and well-made white at a reasonable price. White peach, fresh green grass and lime zest provide the lively profile for this brisk wine. A touch tart on the finish but inevitably crisp and refreshing. Drink up.",The Pirate of Cocoa Hill,11,85,Stellenbosch,,,Dornier 2009 The Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dornier-2009-pirate-cocoa-hill-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Dornier 13,White,France,"Green pepper, toast and spice are almost as influential as the white fruit flavors in this rounded wine. It would certainly appeal to lovers of wood.",,,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Denis Jeandeau 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/denis-jeandeau-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Denis Jeandeau 14,Rose,South Africa,"This playful brand is known for turning out reliable wine values, and they don't disappoint with their 2009 rosé. A blend of 50% Syrah, 25% Mourvèdre, 15% Gamay and 10% Grenache, there's plenty of fruit in the red berries, cherry, stewed rhubarb and strawberry flavors throughout. Lean but refreshing with a short crisp finish.",,10,85,Coastal Region,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2009 Rosé (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2009-rose-coastal-region/,Rosé,2009,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 11.5,White,Italy,"Inviting aromas of peach, citrus, white stone and wild flowers open the bouquet of this light and luminous Pinot Grigio. The wine is simple, easy drinking and should be served very chilled.",,11,85,,Delle Venezie,,Giovello 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovello-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Giovello 13.5,White,US,"Tasty, with green apple tart, lemon pie filling and sour pineapple candy flavors. Zesty acidity makes it clean. Finishes kind of sweet, but it's a nice sipper with salty-sweet foods, like ham and cured meats.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fetzer 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Gravelly and raw on the nose, with clay, raspberry and minerality. The palate feels gritty and tight, while the flavors veer toward baked cherry and candy. Sweet and candied on the finish as well.",Oak,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Estirpe Tonbert 2008 Oak Sangiovese (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estirpe-tonbert-2008-oak-sangiovese-mendoza/,Sangiovese,2008,Estirpe Tonbert 13,White,Italy,"Here is an informal and light white wine (made from the popular Pinot Grigio grape) with a thin but crisp mouthfeel and aromas of ripe peach and melon. This expression from the Piave territory of northern Italy shows more mature fruit and a slightly sweet, honey aftertaste.",,15,85,Veneto,Piave,,La di Motte 2009 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motte-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,La di Motte 12,White,Italy,"Easy and light, with a golden hay color, this no-fuss Pinot Grigio offers a streamlined mouthfeel and crisp freshness backed by fragrant aromas of peach, citrus and pear. There's a touch of white mineral or dried grass at the close.",,,85,Veneto,Veneto,,San Giuseppe 2009 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,San Giuseppe 14.5,Red,US,"Fruity and oaky and very soft, a wine made in the modern cult style meant to appeal to everybody. Tastes like an explosion in a jelly factory. Drink now.",Joie de Vivre,63,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jeff Gordon 2006 Joie de Vivre Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2006-joie-vivre-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Jeff Gordon ,White,France,"Shows toast and smooth caramel, but also good green fruit flavors that give the whole wine a fine lift. Delicious food-style wine.",En Pottes,35,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Montbellet,,Jean Rijckaert 2008 En Pottes (Mâcon-Montbellet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-rijckaert-2008-en-pottes-chardonnay-macon-montbellet/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Rijckaert ,Red,Portugal,"Fresh red berry fruits, with acidity and also a good soft texture. The wine has a ripe, juicy character to go with the spice and light tannins. For early drinking.",Esteva,12,85,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 2009 Esteva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-2009-esteva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casa Ferreirinha 11,White,Australia,"Delivers scents of melon, herb and underripe peach. This is plump and textural without being particularly concentrated or rich, fading a bit rapidly on the finish.",Doctoressa di Largo Single Site,14,85,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2009 Doctoressa di Largo Single Site Pinot Grigio (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2009-doctoressa-largo-single-site-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-langhorne-creek/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Zonte's Footstep 12,White,Italy,"Here's a light style, easy-going Pinot Grigio. The wine is refreshing and crisp and would pair with vegetables, seafood or potato salad. Aromas include peach, pear and citrus.",Verdissimo,10,85,,Venezia Giulia,,Mont'Albano 2009 Verdissimo Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montalbano-2009-verdissimo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Mont'Albano ,Rose,US,"A pale salmon color, this simple, fresh-tasting rosé is mostly Merlot, with about 15% Cabernet Franc. Light watermelon and strawberry fruit carries some alcoholic power (14.1%) into the finish.",Dry,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),SuLei 2009 Dry Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sulei-2009-dry-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2009,SuLei 13,White,France,"Soft, warm wine, textured with apple skins. This is full in the mouth, rounded with a flavor of fruit candy.",La Chêne,,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Vins Auvigue 2008 La Chêne (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2008-chene-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Vins Auvigue 13,White,Italy,"From northeast Italy, here's a fresh and upfront Pinot Grigio that opens with a luminous appearance and segues to standard aromas of pear, apple and citrus. Pair this wine with Chinese or Thai dishes.",,10,85,,Friuli Grave,,Vinjuli 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinjuli-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Vinjuli ,White,France,"A wine that is flat on the palate, soft, light, just showing clean apple flavors. Screwcap.",,30,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Verget 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verget-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Verget ,White,France,"A rounded wine, soft and generous, lacking real texture. Flavors of white figs and plum show, giving some freshness.",Clos du Martelet,,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Roger Lassarat 2008 Clos du Martelet (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-lassarat-2008-clos-martelet-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Roger Lassarat ,Red,US,"Reliable as usual, this soft, cherry and vanilla-flavored Merlot is pure varietal, fruity and ready to drink immediately. The tannins are extremely light, though a hint of green wood sneaks into the finish. Don't look for depth, but for a drink-now, perfectly pleasant quaffer, this is a good bet.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Merlot (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Merlot,2008,Silver Lake 13.5,Rose,Spain,"An unusual and individual style of rosé due to the fact that it's a varietal Prieto Picudo and not the normal Garnacha or Tempranillo. Thus it's kind of heavy and oily, with funky aromas and flavors of brined melon, juniper and pickle. Not a personal favorite but not badly made or deficient.",Rosado,20,85,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Pardevalles 2009 Rosado Prieto Picudo (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pardevalles-2009-rosado-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2009,Pardevalles 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Dry, spicy but short on fruity aromas, with semi-spiky acidity that makes the palate a little jumpy and sheer. Good berry flavors and oak mellow the stark side of the wine, leaving spice and weight on the finish.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,,,Ombu 2007 Pinot Noir,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ombu-2007-pinot-noir-san-rafael/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ombu 14.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay is from the big San Bernabe Vineyard. It's rich and forward in pineapple jam, pear and lemon flavors. The oak seems overly elaborated, but it sure is opulent in vanilla and crême brulée.",Limestone Ridge,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2008 Limestone Ridge Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2008-limestone-ridge-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Fog Head ,White,France,"Toasty aromas, followed by a wine whose acidity is from wood rather than fruit. It is too toasty, smoky, burnt.",,20,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Fuissé,,Domaine Cordier 2008 Mâcon-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cordier-2008-chardonnay-macon-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cordier 14.1,Red,Argentina,"On the reticent side in terms of aromas, with a mild soupy quality that lends earth and leather. The palate is thicker, with tannic grab and sweet, herbal berry flavors backed by a creamy, somewhat candied finish. Shows plenty of oak.",Reserva,19,85,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-fin-mundo-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-neuquen/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 12,White,Italy,"A cheerful Pinot Grigio, Rapido white offers a zesty, clean feel with simple aromas of peach and citrus. But the low price is one of the best things about it.",Rapido White,9,85,,Delle Venezie,,Adria Vini 2009 Rapido White Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adria-vini-2009-rapido-white-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Adria Vini 13,Rose,France,A solid and straight forward rosé with notes of red berry and plum along with a touch of peppery spice on the nose. Balanced and fruity in the mouth with flavors of plum guts and softly baked red apple. Drink now.,Rosé des Karantes La Clape,14,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château des Karantes 2009 Rosé des Karantes La Clape Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-karantes-2009-rose-clape-coteaux/,Rosé,2009,Château des Karantes 13,White,Argentina,"Fairly neutral and waxy, with aromas of straw and fresh-cut hay followed by basic flavors of spiced apple and melon. As Viognier goes, this is regular and solid, with chunky white-fruit flavors and a stalky finish.",,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zonda 2009 Chardonnay-Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonda-2009-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-mendoza/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2009,Zonda 14.2,White,US,"Dry and simple, but pleasantly crisp, with fruit juice flavors of pineapples, peaches, apricots and oranges.",Eleanor of Aquitaine,25,85,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2008 Eleanor of Aquitaine Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2008-eleanor-aquitaine-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2008,Yorkville Cellars 12.5,White,Italy,This fresh and luminous Pinot Grigio opens with aromas of citrus and cut green grass and feels sharp and clean on the palate. Pair this wine with easy finger foods or tuna salad.,,11,85,,Delle Venezie,,Villa Rubini 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-rubini-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Villa Rubini 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A creamy, mocha-infused nose starts the game in a sweet, candied direction. The palate is big and roasted, with creamy, mildly roasted flavors of black fruits. Body and acidity are about right, although the acids seem to poke and prod a bit. Fresh and good overall, but quite regular.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Four Aces 2008 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-aces-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2008,Four Aces 14.2,Rose,US,"A nice, dry, silky rosé, with pleasant raspberry and rose flavors. It's crisp in acidity, but would earn greater points if it were a little more complex.",Estate Bottled,15,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2009 Estate Bottled Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2009-estate-bottled-rose-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2009,Foppiano 14,White,New Zealand,,,32,85,Central Otago,,,Prophet's Rock 2008 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prophets-rock-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2008,Prophet's Rock 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Mocha and coffee are the lead aromas, but they are covering up herbal, almost green notes of bell pepper and tobacco. The palate has a pretty good feel along with flavors of herbs, green veggies and raspberry. Persistent and widespread green notes are the drawback; otherwise the wine has a lot going for it.",Don David Reserve,16,85,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2008 Don David Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2008-don-david-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-calchaqui-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Michel Torino 12,White,Italy,"Here's your standard Pinot Grigio with a lean, compact texture and bright aromas of citrus, pear, peach and lime. It's an informal, easy-drinking wine that would be great, served chilled, at cocktail hour.",,14,85,,Delle Venezie,,Cortenova 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortenova-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cortenova 13.5,White,France,"Rich and wood dominated, where the spice is much more prominent than the fruit. The texture, though, is rounded and fat, with only a hint of tight acidity.",En Faux,30,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine Cordier 2008 En Faux (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cordier-2008-en-faux-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cordier 12.5,White,France,"A broad wine showing almond maturity, while the pear and apricot side of the wine is ripe and full. It could do with more definition.",,30,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Jean-Claude Courtault 2006 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-claude-courtault-2006-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2006,Domaine Jean-Claude Courtault 13.5,Red,US,"This Syrah is rustic in the scoury texture and slightly green flavors, but on the plus side, it's totally dry and modest in alcohol, with a light, food-friendly mouthfeel. It has blackberry tea and pepper flavors. Very nice at this price as a restaurant by-the-glass sipper.",,12,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Clos du Lac 2007 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2007,Clos du Lac 12.5,White,Italy,"Blason offers a thin and grassy expression of Friulano, a native grape of northeast Italy, with a light luminous appearance and good intensity on the close. You'll also get sweet flavors of grapefruit, peach and a touch of apricot.",,13,85,,Friuli Isonzo,,Blason 2009 Friulano (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blason-2009-italian-white-friulano-friuli-isonzo/,Friulano,2009,Blason 12.5,White,Italy,"From the important Zonin estate in northeast Italy, this fresh, clean Pinot Grigio offers a light, informal drinking experience. Citrus, pear and peach come to the nose and would pair nicely with smoked salmon on crackers.",,17,85,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tenuta Cà Bolani 15.4,Red,US,"A decent, somewhat rustic red wine. It's dry and softly tannic, with cherry, red currant, cocoa, herb and white pepper flavors. Drink now.",Holbrook Mitchell Vineyard,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2008 Holbrook Mitchell Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2008-holbrook-mitchell-vineyard-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Rock Wall 13,White,France,"Very broad wine, with ripe fruit, a flavor of currants and pink grapefruit. There is an edgy texture here, the wine finishing crisply.",En Faux,33,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Jean Rijckaert 2008 En Faux (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-rijckaert-2008-en-faux-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean Rijckaert 14.3,White,US,"New oak constitutes 40% of the barrel regime, but it dominates, with toothpicky sweet, caramelized vanilla aromas and flavors. Beneath that is lemon and green apple fruit. Production was 8,000 cases.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,J Vineyards & Winery 13.9,White,US,"Brisk acidity marks this wine, giving it a mouthwatering quality, and the flavors veer toward lemons, limes and grapefruits, with a richer touch of nectarine and pear. It's a good, everyday Chardonnay, at a fair price.",Riverstone,14,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2008 Riverstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-riverstone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,J. Lohr 14.6,Red,US,"As softly sweet and delicious as cherry pie filling. Super-rich and spicy in cinnamon, nutmeg and white pepper, with a healthy dose of cocoa powder. Drink now.",Reserve,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2007 Reserve Sangiovese (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2007-reserve-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Sangiovese,2007,Lava Cap ,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal, and shows quite a lot of barrel flavors—toast, licorice, clove, coffee and smoke. The fruit is less substantial, with the greenish herbaceous tendencies of the grape outrunning the sweet berry. It sails into a broad, leafy midpalate then quickly fades.",Winemaker Select,40,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2006 Winemaker Select Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2006-winemaker-select-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Kestrel 13.5,White,Argentina,"Pineapple and burnt hay are the key aromas, and they are followed by a sheer, neutral palate with sour apple and background pickled flavors. The finish is basic and a touch pithy, and overall the wine could use more of that vibrant, tropical character that elevates the grape.",,15,85,Other,San Juan,,Manos Negras 2009 Torrontés (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manos-negras-2009-torrontes-san-juan/,Torrontés,2009,Manos Negras 12,White,Italy,"This is an informal, cheerful Pinot Grigio—an excellent value at this low price—that starts off with aromas of citrus, peach blossom and pear. In the mouth, the wine is lean, crisp and refreshing.",,11,85,,Delle Venezie,,Sartori 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Sartori 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of sweet fruit and chocolate-mint are nice, while the palate is creamy and fluffy, with candied, vanilla-infused flavors and soft, pillowy tannins. Berry jam in a glass, with plenty of cream and mocha to make it soft and candied.",,8,85,Other,Famatina Valley,,Santa Florentina 2009 Malbec (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-florentina-2009-malbec-famatina-valley/,Malbec,2009,Santa Florentina 13.5,White,Italy,"From the Classico line of this co-operative winery in northern Italy, here is a fresh and nicely aromatic expression of Pinot Grigio. You'll recognize tones of Golden Delicious apple, pear and zesty citrus.",,16,85,,Alto Adige,,San Michele Eppan 2009 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-eppan-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2009,San Michele Eppan 12,White,Italy,"There's a distinct citrus note here that adds a layer of freshness over aromas of peach, pear and melon. In fact, 5% Sauvignon Blanc is added for extra fragrance. The wine is pleasantly tart and zesty on the close and would pair with grilled chicken or salmon.",Via Veneto La Corona,11,85,,Delle Venezie,,Vigneti Villabella 2009 Via Veneto La Corona Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2009-via-veneto-corona-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Vigneti Villabella 14.5,White,US,"Made in the predictably ripe, oaky style, this Chardonnay will satisfy certain fans, but it lacks subtlety and complexity. It's all about pineapple jam, buttered popcorn and sweet caramel.",,32,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Kimmel 2008 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kimmel-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2008,Kimmel 12,White,Italy,"The price has come down on Ruffino's Lumina this year, and this is great news for consumers. This expression of Pinot Grigio pushes all the usual buttons: the wine is compact, luminous and redolent of citrus, pear and peach.",Lumina,10,85,,Venezia Giulia,,Ruffino 2009 Lumina Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2009-lumina-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Ruffino 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Piercing and sharp for Cabernet, with slightly stemmy, green aromas. That tough green character rides onto the palate, where the berry fruit is tight, juicy, tart and herbal. A snappy, piquant wine that isn't playing up to its price tag.",Kinien,45,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2007 Kinien Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2007-kinien-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ruca Malen 14.7,Red,US,"Tastes soft and simple, with raspberry tea, pomegranate juice, cola and spicy sandalwood flavors that feel soft and a little sweet. Pleasantly silky in the mouth, but should be more complex, especially at this price.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Selby 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Selby 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a fresh and very easy-going expression of Sauvignon Blanc from northern Italy with aromas of green fruit, kiwi and citrus. It washes over the palate with crisp intensity.",,14,85,,Friuli Grave,,Pighin 2009 Sauvignon (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pighin-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-grave/,Sauvignon,2009,Pighin 12,White,Italy,"Zonin's easy going Pinot Grigio from northeast Italy opens with a bright, luminous appearance and segues to aromas of citrus, peach and pear. The wine is measured in terms of intensity and persistency, but it does offer a crisp, clean finish.",,13,85,,Friuli Aquileia,,Zonin 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Zonin 13,White,South Africa,"Here's an easy-drinking white with fresh aromatics of green apple, soft pear and tangy grapefruit citrus. Medium-light in the mouth with straightforward fruit flavors and a short but crisp finish. Drink now.",Karien,15,85,Western Cape,,,Vrede en Lust 2009 Karien Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vrede-en-lust-2009-karien-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Vrede en Lust 11,White,Spain,"Past its prime, so take this review with a grain of salt. This vintage has begun to slip toward the grave; it's still showing good apple and lemon character, but it's short on vitality and devoid of Txakoli's patented bite and spritz. Seek the '09 or wait for the 2010 to come out.",Getaria,24,85,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Txomín Etxaníz 2008 Getaria White (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/txomin-etxaniz-2008-getaria-white-getariako-txakolina/,White Blend,2008,Txomín Etxaníz 13,White,France,"Full-bodied and ripe, this is an easy, open wine with flavors of peaches, nectarines, a touch of wood and a definite citrus element.",,17,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14.5,White,US,"Sugary sweet in caramelized oak, pineapple jam and green apple flavors. Acidity fortunately provides some balance, but this is still is a pretty obvious wine meant to appeal to popular tastes.",Ella Sofia,45,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jeff Gordon 2007 Ella Sofia Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2007-ella-sofia-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Jeff Gordon 12,White,Italy,"This pretty blend of Garganega and Pinot Grigio from northeast Italy delivers clean tones of lemon zest, pear and peach backed by crisp acidity and a zesty close.",,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Antica Corte 2009 White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-corte-2009-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2009,Antica Corte 13.1,Red,US,"A pretty good Merlot, especially at this everyday price. It's soft and dry, with pretty flavors of cherries, black raspberries and sandalwood. Easy to drink, and versatile with any food that calls for a full-bodied red wine.",Lot 6,10,85,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2009 Lot 6 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2009-lot-6-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Grayson 13.3,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet whose price makes it a great house wine. The wine is dry and fine, with blackberry, currant, carob and cedar flavors.",Lot 10,10,85,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2009 Lot 10 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2009-lot-10-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Grayson 14,Rose,South Africa,"Made from 100% Merlot, this rosé offers delicious notes of fresh nectarine slices, strawberry hull and white cranberry. Zippy acidity livens up the mouth and follows through to the mouthwatering finish. Balanced and alive in the glass, try with whole tomato pizza margherita or calamari alla marinara over linguine.",,10,85,Elgin,,,Elgin Vintners 2009 Rosé (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elgin-vintners-2009-rose-elgin/,Rosé,2009,Elgin Vintners 13,White,Italy,"Here's a Pinot Grigio that benefits from the strong Sicilian sun to produce aromas of mature melon, honey and pear. It's an easy wine, with a clean and crisp mouthfeel that would word with pasta or rice salads.",Stemmari,9,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2009 Stemmari Pinot Grigio (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2009-stemmari-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sicilia/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Feudo Arancio 13.5,Red,US,"Not a bad price for a clean, dry Merlot. It flatters the palate with cherry-berry, spice and sandalwood flavors, and turns quite rich as you swirl it in the mouth. Easy to find, with 65,000 cases produced.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Estancia 2008 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2008-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2008,Estancia ,White,France,"Wood and caramel aromas emerge, the wood following through to the honeyed, toasty palate. The wine leaves a burnt, smoky final taste.",Vieilles Vignes,25,85,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine Cordier 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cordier-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cordier ,White,France,"Some weight, a creamy-textured wine, showing some ripe pear and lime-fruits. Fresh, full in the mouth.",,20,85,Burgundy,Mâcon,,Domaine Cordier 2008 Mâcon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cordier-2008-chardonnay-macon/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cordier 13.5,Red,Australia,"Not too many places in the world can turn out wine this good for such a low price. Hints of tobacco leaf add nuance to this wine's basic flavors of cherries and cranberries, and while it is not a hugely concentrated effort, it does offer complexity and drinkability.",,7,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Deakin Estate 2008 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deakin-estate-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2008,Deakin Estate 13,Red,Argentina,"Slightly spiky and prickly on the nose, with lightly herbal aromatic accents and flavors. The palate is chunky and just full enough, with some heat and lots of drive. Juicy, forward and solid, with a bit of herbal character. A good wine that will please those not applying too much scrutiny.",Martin Fierro,10,85,Other,Tulum Valley,,Bodegas Borbore 2009 Martin Fierro Syrah (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-borbore-2009-martin-fierro-shiraz-syrah-syrah-tulum-valley/,Syrah,2009,Bodegas Borbore 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a bright, affordable Pinot Grigio that offers pristine aromas of passion fruit, citrus and green fruit. There's zesty spice on the crisp close and the wine keeps the palate very refreshed.",,10,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Caposaldo 2009 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caposaldo-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Caposaldo 14.2,Rose,US,"A blend of Syrah and Grenache in equal proportions, this rosé fulfills all the duties of a blush. It's dryish, crisp in acidity, clean in the finish, and interesting in strawberry, rosehip herb tea, vanilla and Provençal spice flavors.",,15,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Peter Franus 2009 Rosé (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2009-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Rosé,2009,Peter Franus 12.5,White,Italy,"Zenato's bright, easy-going Pinot Grigio is slightly soft in the mouth and is enhanced by floral aromas, stone fruit and citrus. Pair this wine with seafood, tuna or chicken salad.",,11,86,,Delle Venezie,,Zenato 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Zenato ,White,US,"Sweet enough to be considered a dessert wine (residual sugar is 5.5%), this pleasant Riesling includes a bit of Chenin Blanc and Gewürztraminer in the blend. But the sugar overrules the blend; it's sweet and lightly floral, with honeyed apple and peach flavors.",Roza,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2009 Roza Riesling (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2009-roza-riesling-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Riesling,2009,Silver Lake 13.5,Red,US,"You'll find flavors of raspberry jam and cola in this fresh young Pinot Noir. It's a pretty, polished wine, and while it's not terribly complex, it is a very good evocation of California Pinot Noir at an affordable price.",,13,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Smoky and rather dry, with earthy aromas and burnt brown sugar on the nose. Forward and frothy in the mouth, with flavors of sweet cherries and spice. Lasting but almost cloyingly spiced on the finish, with some tired, roasted-leaf character seeping in. 90% Trepat and 10% Pinot Noir.",Brut Rosé,18,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Vilarnau NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilarnau-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cava-116494/,Sparkling Blend,,Vilarnau 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Gassy and eggy smelling before it settles. The palate is full and forward and maybe a bit forced, with narrow lemon and white grapefruit flavors. Snappy and citrusy, all of which is reflective of its “nature” status, but it's also one-dimensionally citric.",Brut Nature,18,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Vilarnau 2007 Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilarnau-2007-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Vilarnau ,White,Portugal,"Fresh, light and crisp, an easygoing white fruit-flavored wine, all lively fruit and acidity.",Dourosa Branco,12,86,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2009 Dourosa Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2009-dourosa-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de la Rosa ,White,France,"Crisp, fresh, lemon acidity and some spice. Good final acidity.",Vieilles Vignes,,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Pascal Rollet 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-rollet-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Pascal Rollet 12.5,White,Italy,"This easy going wine (now packaged in a screw-cap bottle) offers fresh and bright tones of citrus, lime, passion fruit and pear. It's upfront and informal and would make a crisp companion to tapas or fried finger foods.",,11,86,,Delle Venezie,,Due Torri 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/due-torri-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Due Torri 15,Red,US,"This has not been the most successful bottling for Foxen. It seems to want something the vineyard hasn't yet been able to provide. This 08 is a good wine, with rich berry, currant, sweet cocoa and cedar flavors, but it lacks the firm structure you want in a Syrah, and finishes sugary. One hundred percent new French oak is excessive for the underlying wine.",Tinaquaic Vineyard,46,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Tinaquaic Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-tinaquaic-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2008,Foxen 12.5,White,France,"In a broad style, full and pleasing with yellow fruits and acidity that is almost sweet. With attractive fruity softness, this is a wine ready to drink now.",,23,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine L. Chatelain 2009 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-l-chatelain-2009-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine L. Chatelain 13,White,France,"Fresh, crisp textured, with plenty of taut green fruit. There is vivid acidity, just a hint of wood, finishing with juicy lemon and grapefruit flavors.",,,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 13,Rose,France,Rich and fruity on the nose with a good amount of gingery spice adding character and complexity to the strong red berry aromas. Ripe plum and cherry skins fill the round mouth and lead through to the solid finish. Medium acidity keeps this rosé balanced.,ClaudeVal,9,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2009 ClaudeVal Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2009-claudeval-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2009,Domaines Paul Mas 14.1,White,US,"Pretty simple in pineapple, orange and peach flavors, like a fruit juice drink you buy at the supermarket. Good acidity provides balance, but the wine remains straightforward.",Carneros Selection,32,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gary Farrell 2008 Carneros Selection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-carneros-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Gary Farrell ,White,France,"Fresh green fruits, bright acidity, given weight by a structure of light toast and sweet peaches. Attractive wine.",,,86,Burgundy,Mâcon Solutré,,Frédéric Trouillet 2008 Mâcon Solutré,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-trouillet-2008-chardonnay-macon-solutre/,Chardonnay,2008,Frédéric Trouillet 13,White,France,"Light and fresh, with a good crisp texture, green apples and plums, along with a linear structure. The wine is bright and crisp.",Tradition,24,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2008 Tradition (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2008-tradition-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Collovray et Terrier ,White,France,"Indistinct texture, crispness combined with a lightly toasty character. The wine is crisp, has a fruit skin texture finishing with a touch of caramel.",Les Burdiners,13,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Collin-Bourisset 2008 Les Burdiners (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collin-bourisset-2008-burdiners-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Collin-Bourisset 12.5,White,Italy,"Presented in a tall, elongated bottle Ca' Montini's Pinot Grigio is citrus-driven with fresh acidity and a nicely compact feel in the mouth. You'll recognize mineral notes and green fruit notes of kiwi and Granny Smith apple.",L'Aristocratico,16,86,,Trentino,,Ca' Montini 2009 L'Aristocratico Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-montini-2009-laristocratico-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Ca' Montini 13.5,Red,US,"A charming, if simple, Pinot Noir, dry and silky, with good structure and fine, fruity flavors. In France it would define a village style. Drink now with steak, pork chops, mushroom appetizers.",,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Buena Vista 13.8,Red,US,"There's enough fruit in this simple, soda-like Pinot Noir to start an orchard. It has candied flavors of raspberries, red cherries, strawberries and cola, with oak contributing the usual caramel and vanilla. But it sure is tasty.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bearboat 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bearboat-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bearboat ,White,France,"Wood and ripe fruit fit well with the white pear juice flavors. The wine is balanced, open, easy, finishing with a touch of toasty honey.",Les Courthelongs,,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Vergisson,,Jacques Simonin 2008 Les Courthelongs (Mâcon-Vergisson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-simonin-2008-courthelongs-chardonnay-macon-vergisson/,Chardonnay,2008,Jacques Simonin ,Red,US,"The Raptor Red, made in limited quantities, is Kestrel's most expensive wine. It's an interesting Bordeaux blend, and incorporates some old vine fruit. Subtle flavors include a rich mix of fresh herbs, earth and lightly-ripened berries, swathed in substantial new oak.",Signature Edition Raptor Red,60,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2005 Signature Edition Raptor Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2005-signature-edition-raptor-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Kestrel ,Red,Portugal,"Fresh, stalky wine with bright acidity. It has black currant and berry fruits, dry tannins. A good, everyday wine, well priced.",Tinto,12,86,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2007 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2007-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Lavradores de Feitoria 12.5,White,South Africa,"Medium intense on the nose with hints of feline essence, green grass, white cranberry and firm peach. Grapefruit citrus lifts the palate and livens up the finish. A well-balanced wine with all of the elements integrating nicely and a crisp finish to seal the deal.",Cape Maidens,10,86,Western Cape,,,Juno 2009 Cape Maidens Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2009-cape-maidens-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Juno 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cab, Merlot, Syrah and Zinfandel is a good, everyday wine for drinking with burgers, tacos and similar fare. It's dry and fruity and spicy, with a finish long in currants and licorice.",Whalebone Vineyard Bob,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Whalebone 2007 Whalebone Vineyard Bob Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whalebone-2007-vineyard-bob-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Whalebone 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earth and leather aromas give weight and density to offset a young, rowdy, bold-fruit character. Slightly abrasive in terms of extraction and tannins, with heavy, driving flavors of blackberry. Tight and a little bitter late, with largesse and kick. Malbec with 20% Merlot.",Corte C,15,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Vistalba 2008 Corte C Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistalba-2008-corte-c-red-lujan-cuyo/,Red Blend,2008,Vistalba 13.5,Red,US,"A tasty Cab, if a little one-dimensional, with soft tannins. Shows red cherry and raspberry jam flavors, enhanced with sweetly smoked oak. Drink now.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Brander 14.5,Red,US,"This is a full-bodied, tannic wine, crafted along Petite Sirah's hefty lines. It's dry and earthy, and while it's a little thin, it offers enough berry and licorice flavors to satisfy. Drink now.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Courtney Benham 2008 Petite Sirah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2008-petite-sirah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Courtney Benham 12.5,Rose,France,Bright and fruity with red berry and cherry notes in the nose and mouth. Medium weight with a soft vibrancy and effervescence on the palate that produces a brisk finish. Drink now.,,16,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château du Donjon 2009 Rosé (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-donjon-2009-rose-minervois/,Rosé,2009,Château du Donjon 11.5,White,US,"The main thing to know about this Riesling is that it's off-dry to frankly sweet. It has honeyed flavors of citrus and tropical fruits and wildflowers, balanced with crisp acidity.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2009 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Fetzer ,White,France,"Strong caramel aromas, the palate following the same line of toast, honey and caramel. These flavors dominate the fruit.",,,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Vins Auvigue 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Vins Auvigue 14.7,Red,US,"A sound wine, with herb, raspberry jam and spice flavors and a somewhat flat, soft mouthfeel. There's a salty sweetness that will work with ham.",,19,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Longevity 2008 Mourvèdre (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longevity-2008-mourvedre-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Mourvèdre,2008,Longevity 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Generic cherry/berry aromas come with earth and leathery notes, while the palate is sealed and capped by blazing acidity. Condensed and sharp in the mouth, with minty, rubbery finishing notes.",Oak,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Estirpe Tonbert 2007 Oak Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estirpe-tonbert-2007-oak-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Estirpe Tonbert 14.4,Red,US,"A little too soft and gluey to earn a higher score. Sweet, too, like melted black cherry pie filling. But good enough to get by.",,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Courtney Benham 14.9,Red,US,"Unrewarding for a Russian River Pinot, especially at this price. The flavors of cherries and cola are thin, and the wine tastes like it has residual sugar.",Estate Bottled,25,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2008 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2008-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foppiano 14.3,Red,US,"So overripe, it lacks finesse. The prune and cola flavors have a shriveled raisin bitterness. Drink now.",,20,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Selby 2006 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-2006-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2006,Selby 15.2,Red,US,"Very dry, peppery and bitter, with raisin and blackberry flavors. High alcohol gives it a hot, porty feeling.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Christian Lazo 2008 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-lazo-2008-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Christian Lazo ,White,France,"Aromas of candy, a fat wine without fruit, dilute perhaps.",Clos de la Bressande,,81,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 2008 Clos de la Bressande (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangouard-guyot-2008-clos-bressande-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 9.2,Rose,US,"Sugary sweet and simple, with candied flavors of raspberries, spices and vanilla.",White,8,81,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2008 White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2008-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Turning Leaf 15.6,Red,US,"As sweet as a candy bar, with cherry and chocolate flavors. Excessively high alcohol gives it a burning hot mouthfeel.",,25,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Rock Wall 13.8,White,US,"Soft, dry and dull, with unripe flavors of citrus fruits, apricots and vegetables.",,18,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2009 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Mosby ,White,France,"Artificial perfumes, the wine tastes more like fruit candy.",Serreudières,25,81,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chânes,,Dominique Cornin 2008 Serreudières (Mâcon-Chânes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominique-cornin-2008-serreudieres-chardonnay-macon-chanes/,Chardonnay,2008,Dominique Cornin 14.9,Red,US,"This is a monster Cabernet, in the best sense. Comprised of all five Bordeaux varieties, it's bone dry, enormously complex and firmly masculine, with very big, hard tannins. Concentration on the flavors shows layers of blackberries, black currants, blueberries, mocha, violets, sweet charred oak and a firm grounding of minerals. An outstanding wine from the Pritchard Hill region east of the Silverado Trail, but one that needs cellar time to resolve the tannins. Better after 2013, and should develop for many years after that.",Pritchard Hill,135,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2007 Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2007-pritchard-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chappellet 13.5,White,France,"A real stunner; a full-bodied, ripe, luxurious expression of Riesling. There's opulent fruit here and sweetness but the impression in the mouth is dry and steely due to a laser-like undercurrent of acidity. Flavors run to petroleum and candied lemon peel, brightened up by a light cinnamon note. Long, long, long finish of applejack, butter and cream. Will benefit from decanting. Drinking well now but will improve over the next 10-plus years.",Turckheim Brand Vielles Vignes Grand Cru,106,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Turckheim Brand Vielles Vignes Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-turckheim-brand-vielles-vignes-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.5,Red,Spain,"A beauty of a wine, with black plum, berry, cocoa, sandalwood and moss on the nose. The palate is huge but perfectly balanced, with flavors of tobacco, blackberry and cassis. The blend is straight from Bordeaux (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot), but everything else screams Spain. Pure, long, smooth and easy in terms of tannic bite, with good aging potential. Drink 2012–2020.",Reserva Real,160,94,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2006 Reserva Real Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2006-reserva-real-red-penedes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Torres 84,White,France,"The Zind-Humbrecht Goldert has everything you have a right to expect from the exotic Gewürztraminer grape: it's packed with loads of Asian spices, dried fruit and honey flavor and it offers up intense scents of lychee and pear that jump right out of the glass. An exceptional level of concentration allows this wine to carry its 15% alcohol, though the finish is a bit warm. Try with Thai fare.",Gueberschwihr Goldert Grand Cru,84,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Gueberschwihr Goldert Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-gueberschwihr-goldert-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14,Red,Italy,Castello Romitorio's beautiful Riserva Brunello delivers ripe fruit notes with inky consistency and elegant mineral tones framed around a core of solid red fruit. The wine is supple and very polished with impressive persistency on the finish.,Riserva,140,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Castello Romitorio 13,White,Austria,"Smooth wine, its smoky aromas leading to a ripe texture of spiced peach, baked apples and a fresh asparagus intensity. The wine has weight without any loss of freshness. Age for 4–5 years.",Wösendorfer Kollmutz Smaragd,60,94,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2008 Wösendorfer Kollmutz Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2008-wosendorfer-kollmutz-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Rudi Pichler 14.7,Red,US,"Not ready to open now, it's just too tannic, although the flavors are so ripe and lush, they erupt right through the numbing astringency. Floods the mouth with ripe red stone fruits, berries and currants, as well as earthier notes of herbs, carob and minerals. The oak is strongly sensed, but entirely in keeping with the wine's volume. Cellar this very fine wine until at least 2012, and it should develop for many years thereafter.",Solo,90,94,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Silverado 2006 Solo Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2006-solo-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Silverado 12.5,White,Austria,"Like many Nikolaihof wines, this one needs aging. It is beautifully textured, very perfumed with white currants and wildflower flavors followed by bright, steely acidity. Give this at least five years.",Vom Stein Smaragd,62,94,Wachau,,,Nikolaihof 2008 Vom Stein Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nikolaihof-2008-vom-stein-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Nikolaihof ,White,Austria,"Intense concentration, the wine powers across the palate, its texture packed with broad white and yellow fruit flavors as well as beautiful acidity. Age for 3–4 years.",Reserve,49,94,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2009 Reserve Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2009-reserve-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Rainer Wess 14.6,Red,US,"An exotic Pinot of a type usually limited to Anderson Valley. It's marked as much by gamy, mushroom and forest floor notes as by raspberries, cherries and red currants, with notes of licorice and pepper. Drily crisp and elegantly constructed, this complex young wine should develop for 4–6 years.",Run Dog Vineyard,45,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Baxter 2007 Run Dog Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2007-run-dog-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Baxter 15,Red,Spain,"A unique style of old-vines, single-vineyard Ribera aged 100% in new American oak, thus it delivers telltale aromas of fennel, dill, vanilla and licorice/anisette. Aged 18 months in barrel so it's oaky, but it's also dark, loaded with black fruit and spice, and chocolaty. Nuances include cola and the perfect raisin. A lovely wine that hits the spot. Best 2012– 2020.",Pago de Santa Cruz,84,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 2006 Pago de Santa Cruz (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-2006-pago-santa-cruz-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Viña Sastre ,White,US,"This late-harvest Viognier is so dense, so lush with aromas, that it defies description. Flowers, candied fruits, caramel, vanilla, English breakfast tea, even a bit of tobacco—this is one of those wines that just keeps on going. Fascinating, rich, yet vibrant with excellent acidity, this is a wine that any dessert wine lover should experience.",Blanco Dulce,30,94,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Blanco Dulce Viognier (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-blanco-dulce-viognier-southern-umpqua-valley/,Viognier,2009,Abacela 14.9,Red,US,"This is the winery's basic Cabernet, but there's nothing common about it. It's dry and complex and moderately ageworthy, a hillside Cabernet that revels in its plush, firm tannins and ripe fruit. There's a minerality that seems to come from the soil, with expressive blackberry, currant, chocolate and anise flavors. Really fine now after a decant, and should develop through this decade.",Signature,42,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2007 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2007-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chappellet ,Red,Spain,"Shows almost all that's great about the region: dark, smoky, floral berry and chocolate aromas followed by juicy, acid-driven boysenberry, spice, bitter chocolate and peppery flavors. An excellent effort for a tough vintage, with dynamite power and a poise. Drink 2012–2018.",,67,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Astrales 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrales-2007-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Astrales 13,White,Austria,"Taut wine, walking on a knife edge of crisp acidity, bright fruit and a complex structure that comes from the stone of the vineyard and steely Riesling character. The wine is freshened by tangerine zest and hints of currants. Age for many years.",Loibner Steinertal Smaragd,,94,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2008 Loibner Steinertal Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2008-loibner-steinertal-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,F X Pichler 13.5,White,Austria,"On the soft side, with some residual sugar, this is initially a gentle Riesling. Slowly it reveals its minerality, which pushes into the juicy peach and apricot flavors and brings its own salt and flint texture. It is so elegant yet so powerful.",Klaus Smaragd,77,94,Wachau,,,Prager 2009 Klaus Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2009-klaus-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Prager 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful Brunello Riserva that comes at you in full force thanks to its compelling aromas of spice, cherry, currants, mesquite wood and cola. There's an immediate and direct manner to the aromatic approach, but it's layered and complex at the same time.",Riserva,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Poggio Nardone 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, elaborate wine, the kind that feels lush and important in the mouth, and it fills a vital niche in the Napa lineup. Based on Cabernet Franc, which is the winery's specialty, it's lighter and more elegant than a Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, and the fruit veers toward cherries, not black currants. It's extraordinarily rich, and grows more interesting as it warms in the glass. Terrific with a fine grilled steak. Pricey, but unique and worth it for a special occasion.",Right Bank,60,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lang & Reed 2005 Right Bank Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2005-right-bank-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Lang & Reed 13,White,Austria,"Crisp, steely, deliciously perfumed wine. It shows a tight mineral character balanced by the fresh white currant and grapefruit flavors. The acidity and structure are important, promising good aging.",Dürnsteiner Freiheit Smaragd,56,94,Wachau,,,Schmelz 2008 Dürnsteiner Freiheit Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmelz-2008-durnsteiner-freiheit-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Schmelz 13.5,White,Austria,"Pepper and minerality dominate this elegant wine. It is still extraordinarily young, its structure more important than the beautiful green and white fruit flavors, crispened by pineapple acidity. It will age for many years.",Loibner Berg Smaragd,,94,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2008 Loibner Berg Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2008-loibner-berg-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,F X Pichler 13.5,White,Austria,"A parcel of old vines in the Achleiten Vineyard is trained on individual posts rather than wires. Somehow this brings out enormous minerality, the steely feel to the wine suggesting long aging.",Achleiten Stockkultur Smaragd,69,95,Wachau,,,Prager 2009 Achleiten Stockkultur Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2009-achleiten-stockkultur-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Prager 13,White,Austria,"Stunningly beautiful wine, its pure fruit driven by its mineral and spice texture. This is impressive Grüner, tasting of the hard rocks and heat of the Wachau while keeping bright yellow and apple flavors. Age for 4–5 years or more.",Wösendorfer Hochrain Smaragd,81,95,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2008 Wösendorfer Hochrain Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2008-wosendorfer-hochrain-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Rudi Pichler 13,White,Austria,"A rich, smooth wine, creamy-textured yet with points of fresh zest, green plums and spiced apricots. This is a beautifully balanced wine, just a touch of honey showing with a lively freshness. The finish just lasts forever.",Loibner Berg Smaragd,,95,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2008 Loibner Berg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2008-loibner-berg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,F X Pichler ,Red,Spain,"Having only tasted this winery's basic RdDs, this single-vineyard whopper comes as a huge and pleasant surprise. The nose is pure as can be and driving, with richness, coffee and more. The palate is juicy and intense, with boysenberry, blackberry, toast and chocolate. Very concentrated and powerful; a wine that exudes and also inspires passion. Drink 2012–2021.",Finca La Blanquera,,95,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monteabellón 2006 Finca La Blanquera (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteabellon-2006-finca-blanquera-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Monteabellón 14,Red,Italy,Here's a dark and well concentrated Brunello Riserva with meaty tones of smoked ham or bresaola backed by black cherry and prune. You'll get loads of leather and tobacco and the wine is bright and tart on the close with a fresh fruit finale. Excellent.,Madonna del Piano Riserva,186,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 2004 Madonna del Piano Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-2004-madonna-piano-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Valdicava 14.2,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, brimming with complex blackberry, cherry, mineral, tobacco and cedar flavors that impress for their sheer power. Shows the firm, hard tannins this mountain always lends Cabs, but they're so finely ground, the wine is drinkable now with a good decanting. Should age well for a decade.",Cloud's Nest Vineyard,50,95,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Trinchero 2007 Cloud's Nest Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-clouds-nest-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trinchero 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific Cabernet you want to cellar for a good 5–6 years, at the very least, and could go far longer. Shows what Yountville can do in a good year. The wine is very dry and more minerally than further north, yet is extraordinarily rich in blackberries, chocolate-covered cherries and cassis, with a perfumed scent of violets. The mouthfeel is all velvet and satin—so pretty and refined.",Single Vineyard,100,95,California,Napa,Yountville,Ghost Block 2007 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-block-2007-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ghost Block 14.5,Red,Italy,"Uccelliera is among an elite group that represents the best of the best of Montalcino. This gorgeous wine is intense and generous with nice concentration and layered aromas of cherry, blackberry, spice, blackberry and plum. The mouthfeel is smooth and rich and the wine promises many happy years ahead. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Riserva,112,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Uccelliera 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uccelliera-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Uccelliera 13.5,White,Austria,"Ripe peaches and mango fruit join a crisp layer of grapefruit freshness. A delicately balanced Riesling that shows just an edge of sweetness along with a vibrant mineral texture. Like all Prager wines, this needs aging.",Achleiten Smaragd,65,95,Wachau,,,Prager 2009 Achleiten Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2009-achleiten-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Prager 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an immediately seductive Riserva from Montalcino with sweet cherry aromas backed by vanilla, cinnamon and spice. The wine is terrific, from the intensity of its aromas to the smoothness of its mouthfeel. The finish is long, supple and very polished.",Riserva,90,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polino 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polino-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,San Polino 14,Red,Italy,"The last time this special Riserva was produced was in 1999. Only produced in excellent vintages, the 2004 expression shows amazing concentration, balance, complexity, depth and personality. Aromas include black cherry, cola, light smoke, graphite and moist tobacco. The mouthfeel is deep, penetrating and long lasting with tight but polished tannins. Drink after 2015.",Poggio all'Oro Riserva,150,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2004 Poggio all'Oro Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2004-poggio-alloro-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Castello Banfi 14.5,Red,US,"This spectacular 100% Grenache is a huge success. It's so delicious, you can hardly stop drinking it. Just oozes in raspberry and red cherry purée and caramelized, smoky oak richness, yet is thoroughly dry. An amazing, unforgettable wine that establishes a new benchmark for California Grenache from this winery that was an early pioneer in Rhône varieties.",,32,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2007,Zaca Mesa ,Red,Spain,"Like liquid silk, it's so smooth and supple. Aromas of fresh mountain herbs pour forth from the glass along with the scents of cherry, cough drop and dried spices. Very light on its feet with pronounced elegance as opposed to raw power. The palate is sleek and feminine, with flavors of dried red fruits, raspberry and light medicinality. Spectacular as per usual, with 85% Tempranillo and 15% Cab Sauvignon. Drink now–2025.",Unico,450,95,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vega Sicilia 2000 Unico (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sicilia-2000-unico-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Vega Sicilia 15,White,US,"This is an intense, nervy Chardonnay, rich in acids and minerals that offer a tang to the palate. It's also dazzlingly rich, with complex flavors of pineapples, honeysuckle and buttered toast. Shows extraordinary concentration throughout the long, spicy finish.",Broken Road,55,95,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2008 Broken Road Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2008-broken-road-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stonestreet 12.5,White,France,"An astounding wine, the 2007 Zind Humbrecht Clos Häuserer Riesling opens with a tightly wound bouquet of petrol, gardenias and lemon skin while the dry palate is packed with dense dried fruit and pear flavor. Long, long gardenia-scented finish. Despite all the concentration, it's quite light on its feet and would pair well with Japanese cuisine. Can be drunk now (decanting recommended) but will show its best after five-plus years in the cellar.",Wintzenheim Clos Häuserer,60,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Wintzenheim Clos Häuserer Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-wintzenheim-clos-hauserer-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.5,Red,Italy,"The aromas are harmonious and penetrating; the mouthfeel smooth and velvety and the overall effect is one of complexity and intensity. Cerretalto is a cru selection riserva and represents one of the most modern, fruit-forward and boldest expressions from the Montalcino territory.",Cerretalto,200,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2004 Cerretalto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2004-cerretalto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Casanova di Neri 13.5,White,Austria,"A lovely wine. Ripe Riesling held under tension, its coiled white fruits creating the crispest citrus character. The wine is just settling out on a long development, its steely edge and intense acidity promising many years.",Wachstum Bodenstein Smaragd,70,96,Wachau,,,Prager 2009 Wachstum Bodenstein Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2009-wachstum-bodenstein-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Prager 14.5,White,US,"A monster Chardonnay, massive yet balanced. Shows fantastically ripe pineapple, golden mango, lemon chiffon pie, buttered toast, crème brûlée and cinnamon spice flavors, brightened with crisp, clean acidity. Almost a food group in itself. Reserve this for your boldest, most upscale fare, like lobster.",Upper Barn,65,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2008 Upper Barn Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2008-upper-barn-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stonestreet 14.5,White,Austria,"M stands for Monumental as in powerful, impressive. This ripe, sweet Grüner is certainly that, a late-harvest wine of impeccable purity. Figs, mango and intense spice give an exotic feel to this opulent wine. It is beautifully layered, peeling back wonderful flavors.",M Smaragd,,96,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2008 M Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2008-m-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,F X Pichler ,Red,US,"So pale in color, it's hard to believe it packs so much flavor. Stuns with the complexity of its cherries, raspberries and cola, with fantastically spicy notes. Hard to describe just how intricate it feels, changing by the second as the palate uncovers additional nuances. The vineyard, which is in Green Valley, is coveted among Pinot Noir winemakers. A very great Pinot Noir, defining silkiness and delicacy, and should age effortlessly for at least the next six years.",Keefer Ranch,47,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2008 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2008-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freeman ,Red,Spain,"A classic wine with maturity but still a lot to give. Aged 24 months in American oak then 12 more months in French barrels, this GR is leathery and powerful, with firm tannins supporting dry berry fruit flavors accented by copious amounts of tobacco, mint, vanilla and more. Will continue to age and soften; drink now through 2025.",Pago de Santa Cruz Gran Reserva,119,96,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 1999 Pago de Santa Cruz Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-1999-pago-santa-cruz-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Viña Sastre 13.5,White,Austria,"An evocative spice and caramel aroma combine with ripe yellow peach. To taste, the peach comes through strongly, while the fabulous taut structure keeps the wine tightly wound with acidity and minerality. The final taste is just off dry.",Dürnsteiner Kellerberg Smaragd,,96,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2008 Dürnsteiner Kellerberg Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2008-durnsteiner-kellerberg-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,F X Pichler 13.5,White,Austria,"This is the third vintage of Rudi Pichler's Reserve from the Kollmutz Vineyard. It shows an extra richness over the already concentrated Smaragd, a powerhouse of intensity, spice, mango, oregano and lemon verbena crispness. The balance is already there, now the wine needs to mature.",Wösendorfer Kollmutz Reserve,97,96,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2008 Wösendorfer Kollmutz Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2008-wosendorfer-kollmutz-reserve-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Rudi Pichler 13.5,Red,Italy,"This stunning wine boasts loads of character that peels off as aromatic layers of cherry, cassis, soapy wild flowers, violets, earth, cola and church incense. There's a sweet spice element of cinnamon and nutmeg and all the flavors last long on the finish. It's tempered, elegant and smooth overall.",Riserva,80,96,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Altesino ,Red,Spain,"Mariano Garcia's deft winemaking touch and propensity for making monster RDDs is etched into this massive, extracted heavyweight, and wow is it good! After a touch of early heat, there's dusty black fruit aromas, spice galore, floral notes and then a huge palate of raw blackness and finally an explosion of creamy mocha, vanilla and woodspice. Needs a couple of more years but not 10 or 20.",,55,96,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Aalto 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aalto-2006-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Aalto ,Red,Spain,"A beautiful but enormous style of red wine with char, leather and saturated black fruit aromas. There's also some lemony oak that will shed itself with time. Overall, it's rich, delicious and a real fruit bomb with chocolate, vanilla, caramel, coffee and mocha, all of which are reflections of the oak aging it sees. PS stands for s seleccionados, and it's really an example of the new school in full session. Best 2013–2017 due to its heft and extraction.",PS,115,97,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Aalto 2006 PS (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aalto-2006-ps-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Aalto 15.5,Red,Spain,"From vines that are between 80 and 100 years, this is a marvelous example of top-notch Spanish red wine, regardless of region and grape variety. Hails from four vineyards, and the product is dark, concentrated, sultry, masculine and impressive. Giant black fruit flavors, texture, richness, coffee and cola make it truly special. Drinkable now; best in 3–5 more years.",Regina Vides,195,98,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 2005 Regina Vides (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-2005-regina-vides-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Sastre ,Red,Spain,"If there's any such thing as the perfect Spanish red, Pesus is it. A blend of 80% Tempranillo with other grapes including Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine sees 200% new oak, resulting in a thick, dark, tannic beauty that bubbles over with toast, cola, mint, chocolate and spice aromas. The mouth is sheer heaven; a mile deep in terms of berry flavor and more, but faultless and smooth. Shows outstanding structure and power, and should age well for 15–20 years. Hails from two 100-year-old vineyards and some baby vines with but 25 years of age. Crazy expensive but only 150 cases were made; drink 2013–2030.",Pesus,750,100,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 2006 Pesus (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-2006-pesus-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Viña Sastre 15,Red,US,Sugary sweet in candied cherry flavor. Just barely drinkable.,Old Vine,22,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Predator 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/predator-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Predator ,White,France,"Way too much wood, all toast, spice and green wood.",Cray,23,80,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,René Michel et Fils 2008 Cray (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-michel-fils-2008-cray-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,René Michel et Fils 14,Red,Argentina,"Deficient and unconvincing as Cabernet. The nose is thin and odd, with weak fruit aromas and funk. Tart, simple, dilute and hot in the mouth. Acceptable at best.",XII,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,The Wait 2008 XII Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wait-2008-xii-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,The Wait 13,Red,Argentina,"Hard and high in acid, resulting in a sharp, unfriendly, sour wine with limited cherry and plum flavors. Offers almost nothing to praise; not very good Malbec.",,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lucky7 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky7-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Lucky7 14.4,Red,US,"Hard to like. Syrupy, with soft, sugary Fruit Loop flavors.",,12,80,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Snapshot 2006 Red (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snapshot-2006-red-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Red Blend,2006,Snapshot 13,Red,Spain,"Sulfuric, stemmy and rubbery, with a flat mouthfeel and low acidity. Tastes soft, jammy and baked, with a chunky finish that flat-lines. Too little quality or character here.",,10,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cueto 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cueto-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Cueto 12.5,White,Argentina,"Hay and straw aromas are burnt, sweaty and ultimately sour. Citric on the palate, with jumbled grapefruit and pickled flavors. Bitter and pithy on the finish, too. A blend that needs much work.",Passo Blanco Pinot Grigio-Torrontes,15,81,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Masi Tupungato 2009 Passo Blanco Pinot Grigio-Torrontes White (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-tupungato-2009-passo-blanco-pinot-grigio-torrontes-white-tupungato/,White Blend,2009,Masi Tupungato ,White,France,"Asparagus aromas, a wine that has lost fruit, gained vegetable characters, not very pleasant.",Vieilles Vignes,25,81,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine des Chazelles 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chazelles-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine des Chazelles ,White,France,"Dilute wine, thin and bland. It is clean, but not much more.",,,81,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Frédéric Trouillet 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-trouillet-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Frédéric Trouillet 13.9,Red,Argentina,"This is the type of wine we sometimes refer to as “bug juice.” It's sweet, reduced, clumsy and hard, with pasty, candied flavors that don't resemble any particular red, berry or tree fruit. Generic and not convincing.",,11,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hinojosa 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hinojosa-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Hinojosa 13.2,White,Argentina,"Starts out well enough, with citrus and banana aromas. But in the mouth it fails to impress. The palate feel is dilute and the flavors are mealy and bland. Lacks any semblance of concentration or Chardonnay character.",,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lucky7 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky7-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Lucky7 ,White,France,"Strange, candy shop wine, hard-edged and not pleasant.",Clos Reyssie,,81,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Cave de Chaintré 2008 Clos Reyssie (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-chaintre-2008-clos-reyssie-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Cave de Chaintré 13.9,White,US,"Soft and sweet, with jammy pineapple, honeysuckle and spice flavors.",,12,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Courtney Benham 2009 Gewürztraminer (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Courtney Benham 13.8,Red,US,"Simple and cloying, with sweet raspberry and cherry flavors that finish sugary. Okay if you're not fussy for something to drink with that burger.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Turning Leaf ,White,France,"Somewhat rustic, hard edged, not much pleasure here.",,29,82,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Louis Latour 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Latour ,White,France,"Soft, open, showing slight texture and acidity. It feels dilute.",Clos de la Chapelle,,82,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Pascal Rollet 2008 Clos de la Chapelle (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-rollet-2008-clos-chapelle-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Pascal Rollet ,White,France,"Artificial flavors, a wine that has some bitterness, edged with fruit drop acidity.",Vieilles Vignes,,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Mommessin 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Mommessin ,White,France,"A 50/50 blend that offers muted fruit flavors of apple core, lime citrus and a touch of nutty spiciness on the finish. Drink now before it fades any more.",,12,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Coussergues NV Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coussergues-nv-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,,Domaine de Coussergues 8.5,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg GG Bernkasteler Ring,35,82,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2008 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg GG Bernkasteler Ring Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2008-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-gg-bernkasteler-ring-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 15.6,Red,US,"Overripe, with raisin and prune flavors. Bitter tannins and high alcohol make for a tough, hot mouthfeel. Despite its problems, it's a sound, rustic wine.",Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine,24,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forchini 2007 Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forchini-2007-proprietors-reserve-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Forchini 13.5,White,US,"You'll find some good lime, lemon and grapefruit flavors in this dryish wine, but it's lacking in acidity. Should be brighter and crisper for balance.",Reserve,12,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2008 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2008-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fog Head 13,White,France,"Thin and dilute, with soft fruit and a light white fruit character. Screwcap.",,13,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Cave de Lugny 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Cave de Lugny 14,Red,Argentina,"Earthy to the max, with stewed tomato and baked fruit on the nose. Sharp acids make it prickly and sour, with herbal strawberry as the lone fruit component. Stemmy and slightly murky Pinot. 1,000 cases made.",Catalpa Single Vineyard,17,82,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Bodega Atamisque 2008 Catalpa Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-atamisque-2008-catalpa-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-tupungato/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bodega Atamisque 13,White,Italy,"This light, golden-colored Pinot Grigio offers a slight note of burnt matchstick or sulfur that never seems to blow off completely. Beyond that are peach, melon and butterscotch.",,16,82,,Collio,,Marco Scolaris 2009 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-scolaris-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Marco Scolaris 15,Red,US,"A blend of Petite Syrah and Petit Verdot, this cleverly named wine is sweet, soft and rustic. It has jellied flavors of raspberries and cherries.",Petite Petit,18,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2008 Petite Petit Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2008-petite-petit-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2008,Michael David 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Note to Andeluna: avoid the Cab Franc. If this is any example of what to expect on a regular basis, we'd prefer not to dive too deeply into what amounts to a green, vinegary wine that smells and tastes of canned beans and bell pepper. Sharp on the finish as well.",Grand Reserve,50,82,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2005 Grand Reserve Cabernet Franc (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2005-grand-reserve-cabernet-franc-tupungato/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Andeluna ,White,France,"Caramel aromas, a very soft wine, all honey and not much fruit.",Le Domaine,,82,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine du Clos des Rocs 2008 Le Domaine (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-clos-rocs-2008-le-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine du Clos des Rocs 15.5,Red,US,"At the age of five-plus years, this Petite Sirah remains drily tannic and hot in alcohol, offering little relief. It's so thin in fruit, it's hard to find much to like.",,22,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2005 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2005-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2005,Prager 13.5,White,US,"Simple and sweet, with sugared fruit punch flavors of pineapples, peaches and pears, with an oak-like vanilla and caramel smokiness.",Barrel Fermented,10,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castle Rock 2009 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Castle Rock 13.5,White,South Africa,"There's a hint of artificial sweetness here, like a clear gummy bear, as well as a touch of candied apple in the round mouth. Flabby with a short finish.",,9,82,Western Cape,,,Thorntree 2009 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorntree-2009-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,Thorntree 15.8,Red,US,"So high in alcohol, it's sweet, like a melted cherry and chocolate granola candy bar. There may also be residual sugar.",Reserve,30,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2008 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2008-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Rock Wall 16.3,Red,US,"With 16.3% alcohol, this wine is way too hot. Although it's dry, the raisiny, pruny flavors are bitter and dull.",Jesse's Vineyard,28,82,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Rock Wall 2008 Jesse's Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2008-jesses-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Rock Wall 15.4,Red,US,"Feels gritty and common in the mouth, with uneven tannins and fruit. The spicy berry flavors exist alongside superripe raisins and wintergreen mint, and the finish is hot. Drink now.",Treborce Vineyard,34,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dark Horse 2007 Treborce Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-horse-2007-treborce-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dark Horse 14.5,Red,US,"Rustic and soft, with Lifesaver berry candy and sweetened rosehip tea flavors. A blend of unknown varieties.",Second Notch Gunfighter,20,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dark Horse 2007 Second Notch Gunfighter Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-horse-2007-second-notch-gunfighter-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Dark Horse 14.7,Red,US,"Porty and candied, with raisin and chocolate flavors. Defines this overripe style of Zinfandel.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Christian Lazo 2008 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-lazo-2008-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Christian Lazo ,White,US,Fancy name for a simple wine. Tastes like sweetened pineapple juice.,Tolleson High Corniche,20,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2008 Tolleson High Corniche Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2008-tolleson-high-corniche-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Parkers Estate 13,Red,Argentina,"Jammy, simple, flat Merlot with herbal strawberry aromas. The palate is bland tasting yet still a bit acidic, with jumbled red fruit flavors and a weakly structured mouthfeel. Rudimentary wine.",,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lucky7 2008 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky7-2008-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2008,Lucky7 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with popping, forward cherry aromas and a touch of basic spice. The palate screeches with what seems like forced acidity, and that creates tough, hard cherry and strawberry flavors. Angular without many positives.",Gozzo,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Las Yeguas 2008 Gozzo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-las-yeguas-2008-gozzo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Finca Las Yeguas 13.5,Red,US,"A tough wine to boost. It's sharp and minty, and the raspberry and cherry flavors taste as simple as a throat candy lozenge.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Fetzer ,White,France,"Metallic aromas, a wine that is tart, tight, lacking depth.",,,82,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Ferraud et Fils 2008 Viré-Clessé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2008-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Ferraud et Fils 13,Red,Argentina,"Brownish and raisiny, and on its last legs. The nose is sweet and almost maderized, while the palate is flat and candied-sweet, with caramel on the finish. A wine caught between maturity, Port and traditional that winds up nowhere.",Classico,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Aquilina 2006 Classico Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquilina-2006-classico-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Aquilina 13.5,White,Argentina,"Minty, flaky and not much concentration or fruit to the nose. The palate is plump and oily, with banana as the lead flavors. Creamy and kind of funky, with no follow through.",,4,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Broke Ass 2009 White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broke-ass-2009-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2009,Broke Ass 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Heady berry aromas are green and grassy. The mouth is acidic and sheering, with black fruit flavors made sharp by excess acidity. Flavorful but a rough, screechy ride.",Ampakama,10,82,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2008 Ampakama Malbec-Merlot (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2008-ampakama-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-san-juan/,Malbec-Merlot,2008,Casa Montes ,White,France,"Artificial candy shop flavors, the fruit textured without freshness. Hard to like.",Terra Incognita,,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Terra Incognita (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-terra-incognita-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 14.5,White,US,"Sugary sweet and simple, with pineapple, orange and peach juice flavors.",Reserve,15,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Fog Head 14.5,Red,US,"Bone dry and bitter, with a sharp mouthfeel marked by uneven tannins. That gives a green edge to the berry-cherry flavors. This severe wine is not going anywhere.",Reserve Camatta Hills,50,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Greg Norman California Estates 2007 Reserve Camatta Hills Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-california-estates-2007-reserve-camatta-hills-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Greg Norman California Estates 14,Red,Argentina,"A pickled, mildly stemmy wine with lean, stingy flavors of herbal berry fruit. Has a lot of clack, smack and acidic bite and not much richness, roundness and fullness of flavor. O.K. but still deficient as Argentinean Malbec goes.",Rosillo,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domados 2008 Rosillo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domados-2008-rosillo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Domados 14.5,White,US,"This rather sweet, soft Sauvignon Blanc tastes like a fruit juice blend of pineapples, peaches and pears. Would benefit from greater crispness to offset the sweetness.",,16,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Chatom 14.5,Red,US,"Rustic and tannic and severely dry, with raisin flavors and bitter raisinskin tannins. Feels Porty on the finish.",R Reserve,14,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Clos du Lac 2006 R Reserve Red (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2006-r-reserve-red-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Red Blend,2006,Clos du Lac 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Damp, earthy aromas lead to a fully acidic palate that provides a jolt. Flavors of roasted berry fruit carry spice, but overall it's out of joint and doesn't click.",Famiglia Bianchi,12,82,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2008 Famiglia Bianchi Pinot Noir,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2008-famiglia-bianchi-pinot-noir-san-rafael/,Pinot Noir,2008,Valentín Bianchi 12.7,Red,US,"Simple and sweet, with bubble gum and raspberry jam flavors, in a silky texture.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Turning Leaf 13.5,Red,Spain,"Juicy, sweaty and sour smelling, with stemmy red fruit aromas and briney notes. That same stemmy, compromised character is present on the palate, where the fruit flavors are strained and the green, stemmy element is pronounced.",Campo Burgo,7,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Campo Nuble 2009 Campo Burgo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-campo-nuble-2009-burgo-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Marqués de Campo Nuble 14.5,Red,US,"The price is right, but the underlying wine is thin in fruit, offering only modest raspberry flavors. Oak has been plastered on rather heavily, perhaps to mask the basic blandness.",Goldie's Vineyard,15,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hollow 2008 Goldie's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2008-goldies-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Toad Hollow 15,Red,US,"Simple, soft and sugary sweet, with candied raspberry, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors.",Old Vine,12,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rail2Rail 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rail2rail-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Rail2Rail ,White,France,"Earthy character, the wine full but spoilt by rusticity and barnyard flavors.",Vieilles Vignes,,82,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jean-Claude du Roure 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-roure-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Jean-Claude du Roure ,White,France,"Soft and without much texture, way too open. Wood, spice and little fruit.",Les Perrières Tête de Cru,50,82,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Ferret 2008 Les Perrières Tête de Cru (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferret-2008-perrieres-tete-cru-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Ferret ,White,France,"Crisp, lemon-flavored wine, light and with a texture of very green apple skins. The acidity is dominant.",,,82,Burgundy,Mâcon,,Domaine Sainte Barbe 2008 Mâcon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-barbe-2008-chardonnay-macon/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Sainte Barbe 13.5,Red,US,"Sharp in acids and bitter in the mouth, this wine's berry fruit is thin and uninteresting.",Selected Vineyards,10,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2007 Selected Vineyards Shiraz (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-selected-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast/,Shiraz,2007,Concannon 13,White,Argentina,"Wet and sort of full and chunky, with apple, green melon and wheaty aromas followed by soft, almost mealy apple and citrus flavors. Fleshy and super-simple on its best day.",Chenin Blanc-Torrontes,5,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zamarro 2009 Chenin Blanc-Torrontes Chenin Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zamarro-2009-chenin-blanc-torrontes-mendoza/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Zamarro 12,White,Italy,"This lightweight Pinot Grigio offers easy aromas of citrus, grapefruit and green grass. It's watery but crisp in the mouth and would pair with lightly fried appetizers.",Regions,9,83,,Delle Venezie,,Zonin 2009 Regions Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2009-regions-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Zonin ,White,France,"The wine is all texture, tight apple and pear skins, the acidity suggesting green characters.",Pierre Dupont Cuvée des Grenouilles,15,83,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Terroirs et Talents 2008 Pierre Dupont Cuvée des Grenouilles (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terroirs-talents-2008-pierre-dupont-cuvee-grenouilles-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Terroirs et Talents 14.5,Red,US,"For ten bucks, a decent everyday wine. Softly sweet and fruity, with berry and spice flavors. Zinfandel, Merlot and Sangiovese.",Friends,10,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pedroncelli 2008 Friends Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2008-friends-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2008,Pedroncelli 15.9,White,US,"Nice citrus, peach, apricot and vanilla flavors in this wine. But it's too sweet for comfort, so that it tastes like fruit juice.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Longevity 2009 Pinot Grigio (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longevity-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Longevity 13.9,White,US,"Simple, with apricot, pear and smoky vanilla flavors. Feels soft and jellied, but not bad for the price.",,13,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Angeline 14.1,Red,US,"A light, simple Pinot, with raspberry tea and stale cola flavors. It's light and silky in the mouth, and nicely dry.",Lot 5,10,83,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2009 Lot 5 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2009-lot-5-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Grayson 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, heavy aromas feature leather, dill and vanilla, while the palate is razor sharp with tartaric acid, which pushes the flavors to shocking red plum and raspberry. A little better on the finish, with a touch of butter from the oak.",Dos Fincas,10,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2008 Dos Fincas Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2008-fincas-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Carlos Basso 13,Rose,Argentina,"Clean smelling but neutral and neither here nor there. The palate has an o.k. feel but the flavors are dry, distant and bitter, with citrus pith and more bitterness to the finish. Serve well chilled.",Rosa de Argentina,15,83,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Belasco de Baquedano 2010 Rosa de Argentina Rosé (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2010-rosa-argentina-rose-lujan-cuyo/,Rosé,2010,Belasco de Baquedano 13.5,White,US,"Thin and simple, although there are some nice nectarine, peach and pear flavors. It's a simple, everyday Chardonnay at a price everyone can afford.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Turning Leaf 13.5,White,US,"Sweet in buttered popcorn, buttered toast, buttercream, buttered corn, and, well, butter flavors. Also pineapples.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Smoking Loon ,White,France,"Soft, rather dilute in character, lacking distinction, even if correct and clean.",Domaine des Trois Tilleuls Solutré,,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Terroirs et Talents 2008 Domaine des Trois Tilleuls Solutré (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terroirs-talents-2008-domaine-trois-tilleuls-solutre-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Terroirs et Talents 12,White,Italy,"Here's an easy going Pinot Grigio with a thin, compact mouthfeel and light shadings of citrus, honey and peach. Drink this wine with Thai spring rolls or steamed dumplings.",,8,83,,Delle Venezie,,Cielo e Terra 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-e-terra-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cielo e Terra ,White,France,"Soft, without much definition, a wine that lacks acidity and freshness.",Tournant de Pouilly,60,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Ferret 2008 Tournant de Pouilly (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferret-2008-tournant-pouilly-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Ferret 12.5,White,France,"A soft wine, certainly ripe, but with a metallic edge that spoils the lime and green plum fruit flavors.",Domaine du Val Lamartinien,17,83,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine du Val Lamartinien (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-val-lamartinien-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Georges Duboeuf ,White,France,"Full, perhaps too soft wine, the flavors lost in a rather dilute character.",Clos des Tournons,13,83,Burgundy,Mâcon-Charnay,,Catherine et Didier Tripoz 2008 Clos des Tournons (Mâcon-Charnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catherine-didier-tripoz-2008-clos-tournons-chardonnay-macon-charnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Catherine et Didier Tripoz 14,Red,Spain,"Hot berry fruit, spice and a tame vinegar note define the nose on this simple, somewhat soft and wanting wine from Southeast Spain. The palate is chunky with plum, pepper and herbal flavors. The finish is herbal, too. Adequate but without much elegance or finesse.",,9,83,Central Spain,Almansa,,Castillo de Almansa 2008 Monastrell (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-almansa-2008-mourvedre-monastrell-almansa/,Monastrell,2008,Castillo de Almansa 12,White,Italy,"An excellent value for this low price, this is an easy-going wine that would pair with tuna salad, sliced ham and cheese, or vegetables with a creamy ranch dip. The wine is clean and tonic with a good touch of acidity on the close.",,8,83,,Delle Venezie,,Castellarin 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellarin-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Castellarin 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Soupy strawberry aromas mix with baked red berry fruits, while the palate is clacky and grabby, with stretched red fruit flavors that drift toward tomato. Acidity is high and rears up on the finish, leaving a straightforward, semisour ending.",Reserve,17,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Conquista 2007 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conquista-2007-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Conquista 14.2,Red,US,"Too sharp in acidity, with a cutting bite of lemon juice, and the raspberry and cherry flavors are thin and simple. Easily the least Gary Farrell Pinot Noir in many years.",Carneros Selection,45,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gary Farrell 2008 Carneros Selection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-carneros-selection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gary Farrell 13.5,Red,Spain,"Warm, earthy and gaseous on the nose, then sharp and tangy in the mouth, with brine and sheer raspberry flavors. Tartness carries onto the finish, which is acceptable but doesn't offer much.",Made With Organic Grapes,13,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Los Valles 2009 Made With Organic Grapes (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-los-valles-2009-made-with-organic-grapes-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Viña Los Valles ,White,France,"Open and soft, the wine is ripe and full with a light texture.",,,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 13.9,White,US,"Cloyingly sweet in vanilla and caramelized oak flavors, with an undertow of pineapple marmalade. Will satisfy lots of Chard fans, but it's really too much of a good thing.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Courtney Benham 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Courtney Benham ,White,France,Both aroma and palate show way too much toasty wood. It is hard to see how this wine can bring the fruit forward.,Pierrefolle,,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château des Rontets 2008 Pierrefolle (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rontets-2008-pierrefolle-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château des Rontets 13.5,White,US,"An awkward wine, strong in feline spray and green gooseberry flavors. If you're sensitive to that pyrazine taste, avoid. Otherwise, it's decently clean and dry.",,10,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Castle Rock 13.7,White,Argentina,"The brownish-gold color indicates that it's aging fast, and if you need more confirmation that comes via the waxy, flat nose. The palate is fleshy and soft, while the flavors of peach and apricot are turning heavy and a little bitter. A wine that's past its prime by a year or two.",Don Baltazar Reserve,13,83,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2006 Don Baltazar Reserve Chardonnay-Viognier (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2006-don-baltazar-reserve-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-san-juan/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2006,Casa Montes 16.8,Red,US,"Hard to get excited about this exceptionally high-alcohol wine. Just shy of 17%, it tastes glyceriney sweet and soft, and even seems to have residual sugar. Will thrill fans of red dessert wines.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Whalebone 2007 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whalebone-2007-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Whalebone 14.1,Red,US,"A smooth, silky Zinfandel with a simple texture, but whose fruit and spice flavors are pretty good for the price. It's an everyday sipper for pizza, pasta, burgers.",Lot 12,10,83,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2009 Lot 12 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2009-lot-12-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Grayson 13,White,France,"A big, rather blowsy wine, flabby around the edges although with a core of ripe peach flavors. More fruit would have been welcome.",Domaine Saint-Martin,,83,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine Saint-Martin (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-saint-martin-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Georges Duboeuf ,White,France,"Dominated by wood, the wine feels soft, opulent but not well structured. The flavors are of cream caramel, with a twist of lemon, not a great combination.",Vieilles Vignes,,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Denis Jeandeau 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-denis-jeandeau-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Denis Jeandeau ,White,France,"A hollow wine, all surface and no depth. The wine is light, perhaps dilute.",,23,83,Burgundy,Mâcon Chaintré,,Dominique Cornin 2008 Mâcon Chaintré,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominique-cornin-2008-chardonnay-macon-chaintre/,Chardonnay,2008,Dominique Cornin 14.9,Red,US,"Biltmore is a well-known North Carolina winery, and now they're producing from California. With this Cabernet, it seems like they're trying to figure it out. The wine is soft and simple and rather sweet, with jammy cherry and raspberry flavors that turn cloying the more you swish it around the mouth.",Reserve,25,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Biltmore Estate 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biltmore-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Biltmore Estate 13,Red,Argentina,"Dilute in aromas, and slighly damp and leafy, with spicy dryness to the bouquet. The palate is light and acidic, with peppery, tangy fruit and a rubbery tasting finish. Shows some good points but is lean and basic.",Trumpeter,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2008 Trumpeter Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2008-trumpeter-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rutini 16,Red,US,Basically a fruit bomb. Explodes in the mouth with cherries and raspberries and a Fruit Loops cereal sugariness.,,26,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sculpterra 2007 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sculpterra-2007-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Sculpterra 14.9,Red,US,"Shows all the problems that routinely plague California Sangiovese. The cherry fruit flavors are simple and sweet to the point of Porty, acidity is very high, resulting in a sharp mouthfeel, and the overall impression is one of disappointment.",Reserve,44,83,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ledson 2007 Reserve Sangiovese (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2007-reserve-sangiovese-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Ledson ,White,France,"Soft, artificially perfumed, round and with a texture that is too open.",,19,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Maison Coron Père et Fils 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-coron-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Coron Père et Fils 15.5,Red,US,"Overripe, soft and simple. The blackberry and cherry jam flavors are conjoined with milk chocolate-covered raisins to make for a dessert pastry taste. High alcohol makes it hot and prickly.",Tache le Verre,35,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Venteux 2007 Tache le Verre Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2007-tache-le-verre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Venteux ,White,France,"Fat, heavy in the mouth, rather lifeless wine, with light acidity and some pear juice flavors.",,16,83,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Louis Max 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-max-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Max 15.1,White,US,"Tastes sweet and oaky, like a pastry marzipan dessert with pineapple jam. Hard to like, but will satisfy many Chardonnay sweet teeth.",,26,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pezzi King 2007 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Pezzi King 12.8,White,US,"Semi-sweet and simple, with pineapple, peach, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors. It's fortunately offset by crisp acidity.",Bay Mist White,10,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,J. Lohr 2009 Bay Mist White Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-bay-mist-white-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2009,J. Lohr 13,Red,Argentina,"Jammy red fruit aromas have a slight chemical, candied edge, while the palate is edgy and sort of hollow in the middle, with lazy, simple, generic raspberry and cherry flavors. Light on the finish, almost to the point of dilute.",,6,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2009 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2009,Funky Llama ,White,France,"A wine that is indistinct in character, soft, seeming dilute, the wood more obvious than the fruit.",Aux Chailloux,,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Frédéric Trouillet 2008 Aux Chailloux (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-trouillet-2008-aux-chailloux-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Frédéric Trouillet 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Lots of mocha, vanilla and oak aromas and flavors are draped all over this full-bodied, basic Syrah. In between the folds of creamy, sweet wood character you'll find raspberry fruit, linear acidity and resin. Medium-level fruit, semisharp acids and lots of oak equal a wine of acceptable quality.",Los Cardos,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2009 Los Cardos Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-los-cardos-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2009,Doña Paula ,Red,US,"A barrel selection, this reserve has a strong vanilla streak that unfortunately turns the fruit into a cough-syrup set of flavors. Artificial cherry candy, tobacco and vanilla resolve into rough, astringent tannins.",Reserve,36,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canyon's Edge 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyons-edge-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Canyon's Edge 12,White,Italy,"This well-priced Pinot Grigio from the Abruzzo region in central Italy offers loads of mature fruit, apricot and cantaloupe melon backed by a creamy, silky texture. There's note of butterscotch or yellow candy at the back.",,8,84,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Spinelli 2009 Pinot Grigio (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinelli-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-terre-chieti/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Spinelli 13,White,France,"A light and simple, fresh and fruity wine, touched by pear and citrus. Perhaps a little dilute and too soft, with a bright aftertaste.",,,84,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 13,Red,Portugal,"Attractive, fresh, light black currant and soft tannins over a juicy, fruity texture. Screwcap.",,10,84,Douro,,,Vidigal 2008 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidigal-2008-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Vidigal 13.4,White,US,"This bone-dry wine was probably better a year ago. It's quickly losing freshness, developing dried fruit and vegetal flavors. Makes you wonder why Twisted Oak didn't move it into distribution 8–9 months after bottling. Roussanne, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc.",Ruben's Blend,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2008 Ruben's Blend White (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2008-rubens-blend-white-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Twisted Oak 13,White,South Africa,"Faint aromas of dried apple skins and baked pear appear in the bouquet, while hints of soft peach and mealy apple unfold in the medium-weight mouth. Straight forward, with light intensity.",,9,84,Western Cape,,,Tall Horse 2009 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-horse-2009-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,Tall Horse 13.5,White,US,"Bone dry and nicely crisp in acidity, with invigorating citrus and tropical fruit flavors that are marred by some unripe, green feline notes.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marilyn 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Marilyn ,White,France,"Ripe, open and soft, a wine with a gentle texture, showing ripe fresh pear flavors, fresh, the acidity under the softness.",,,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Ferraud et Fils 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Ferraud et Fils 13.5,White,Argentina,"More oily and burnt smelling than floral and tropical, with a heavy-ish palate that is surprisingly tart and crisp in terms of flavors. Grabby and leaning towards bitter on the finish. Decent but fails to rise to the occasion.",Rosillo,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domados 2009 Rosillo Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domados-2009-rosillo-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Domados 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Raboso grapes, this is a pale pink sparkling wine with cheerful aromas of raspberry, white cherry and forest berry. It's fresh and tonic with soft “frizzante” effervescence.",Terre Deor Raboso Rosé,,84,,Delle Venezie,,Cielo e Terra NV Terre Deor Raboso Rosé Sparkling (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-e-terra-nv-terre-deor-raboso-rose-delle-venezie/,Sparkling Blend,,Cielo e Terra 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Opens with chunky aromas and a slight vegetal, briney character. The palate is full, heavy and a touch sugary, with briney berry flavors and a touch of weediness. Long and full on the finish, but strained by that probing briney influence.",Mesache,11,84,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodegas Pirineos 2009 Mesache Rosé (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-pirineos-2009-mesache-rose-somontano/,Rosé,2009,Bodegas Pirineos 12,White,Italy,"Gabriella is one of those easy, no-fuss Pinot Grigios (with an attractively low price) that delivers a refreshing drinking experience without any fanfare or pretense. The wine is clean, thin and simple.",Gabriella,9,84,,Delle Venezie,,Cabert 2009 Gabriella Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabert-2009-gabriella-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cabert 14.5,Red,US,"A clumsy wine at this, or any, price. It's over-extracted in jammy cherry and red currant fruit and over-oaked, and there's an overripe, raisiny sharpness throughout.",Ella Sofia,55,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Jeff Gordon 2007 Ella Sofia Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2007-ella-sofia-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Jeff Gordon 13,White,US,"This is a clean, vibrantly acidic wine that scours the palate and gets those tastebuds whistling. It has rich pineapple, vanilla and lemongrass flavors, but it's also strong in a feline component that may turn some off.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Heron 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Heron 14.3,Red,US,"A sound, rustic wine, rich and sweetly forward in jammy raspberries and cherries. Bring on the cheeseburgers.",Volcano Ridge Eruption,15,84,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2006 Volcano Ridge Eruption Red (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2006-volcano-ridge-eruption-red-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Brassfield 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Concentrated and reasonably ripe and spicy on the nose, but like many 2007 and 2008 Malbecs that are flooding the U.S. market, it leaves something to be desired. True to the grape and decently made but also acidic, herbal and dominated by barrel spice, with clove and resin on the finish. Comes across both sour and woody.",Atamisque,26,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Bodega Atamisque 2007 Atamisque Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-atamisque-2007-atamisque-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Atamisque 12.5,White,Italy,There's an easy fruit or grassy note to this wine that is followed by crushed stone and citrus. You'll notice a slight hint of sweetness on the close which makes a good match to cheesy pasta dishes.,Il Cavaliere,8,84,,Friuli Grave,,Cabert 2009 Il Cavaliere Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabert-2009-il-cavaliere-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cabert 13.5,White,US,"This is an oaky, sweet and simple Chardonnay. It's made in a popular style, but doesn't offer much beyond caramelized flavors of pineapple jam and buttercream.",Persephone Vineyard,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2009 Persephone Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-persephone-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Peju 12,White,Italy,"There's a fun spicy note at the front of this luminous Pinot Grigio that recalls crushed white pepper or dried herbs. You'll also get notes of citrus, peach and honey. The wine is thin and short on the close.",,13,84,,Friuli Grave,,Morassutti 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morassutti-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Morassutti 12,White,Italy,"Easy and lean, this is your standard no-fuss Pinot Grigio. It presents lively flavors of citrus and pear without pretense or complications. It would work well with Mexican chips and salsa.",,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Natale Verga 2009 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Natale Verga 13.5,Red,US,"A pretty good Cabernet. If it was drier, it would be better. Shows super-fruity blackberry jam and chocolate flavors, and feels soft and simple in the mouth.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Little Black Dress 14.8,Red,US,"At the age of five years, this Zin is losing its fruit, turning dry and brambly, and the raisins and prunes are showing through. It's also pretty sharp and prickly. But it does have a certain rustic charm.",Estate Giubbini Vineyard,27,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rotta 2005 Estate Giubbini Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotta-2005-estate-giubbini-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2005,Rotta 13.5,White,South Africa,"Intense and ripe in the nose and mouth with notes of passion fruit, mushy peach and mango acidity. The mouth is medium weight and a bit flabby, needing a bigger lift and vibrancy from the acidity than what's offered.",,10,84,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2009-sauvignon-blanc-robertson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rooiberg 14.5,Red,South Africa,A bit reduced and sweet with notes of balsamic glaze and stewed red berries drizzled in chocolate syrup overpowering the glimmers of raw tobacco and cured sausage. Soft tannins and a short finish; drink now.,Reserve,15,84,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2007 Reserve Pinotage (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2007-reserve-pinotage-robertson/,Pinotage,2007,Rooiberg ,White,France,"Edgy and metallic flavors, rather earthy. Not pleasant at this stage. Give it a year.",Terroir,,84,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Roger Luquet 2008 Terroir (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-luquet-2008-terroir-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Roger Luquet ,Red,US,"Sharp and astringent, this mutes its fruit with flavors of leaf, stem, and pencil lead. The finish is abbreviated and reductive, with a hard rubber scent and flavor.",Alder Creek Vineyard,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Seia 2007 Alder Creek Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seia-2007-alder-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2007,Seia 12.5,White,Germany,,Rotlack Kabinett Trocken,,84,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2007 Rotlack Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2007-rotlack-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Johannisberger ,White,France,"Very crisp, light, fresh wine, perhaps a little dilute, but immediately attractive, finishing and soft.",Vieilles Vignes,,84,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine Sainte Barbe 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-barbe-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Sainte Barbe 14.4,Red,US,"A useful Merlot. Although it's a little sharp, with some green, herbaceous notes, it's good enough in berries and oak to satisfy.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Courtney Benham 12.5,Red,Italy,"From the powerhouse producer, Cantina di Soave, comes this fresh and easy-drinking boxed wine that represents an innovative blend of Cabernet and Corvina, a native Italian grape. It is straightforward, fruit-driven and thin but undisputedly correct and clean. Bring it with you on a picnic lunch with friends.",3 liter BIB,20,84,,Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2008 3 liter BIB Red (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2008-3-liter-bib-red-venezie/,Red Blend,2008,Duca del Frassino 15.7,Red,US,"Soft and ultra-fruity, with jam and caramelized oak flavors. It's dry but hot, with 15.7% alcohol. Pretty good with a bacon cheeseburger.",,26,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sculpterra 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sculpterra-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Sculpterra 12,White,Italy,"Easy, thin and informal, this bright Pinot Grigio (from organically grown grapes) offers standard aromas of stone fruit and citrus. It tastes fresh and crisp and although there is not much texture here, the wine would pair with spicy or exotic foods.",,11,84,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2009 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pizzolato 13.4,Red,US,"Dry and simple, the kind of wine they pour at local restaurants up in the Foothills, and you drink it because it's what's there. At that level, it works just fine for its cherry flavors, with a touch of oak.",Estate,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Clos du Lac 2005 Estate Cabernet Franc (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2005-estate-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Clos du Lac 13.9,Red,US,"Made from one of the Port grape varieties, this wine is simple, soft and candied. It has raspberry and chocolate flavors, with a hit of anise and white pepper. Try as an alternative to Merlot.",,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom 2007 Touriga Nacional (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-2007-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Chatom 15.5,Red,South Africa,"Slightly green notes dominate the bouquet with aromas of bell pepper, tart plum and a touch of green bean. The mouth is tart but somewhat velvety with lean black currant and black plum skin flavors. A touch of woody spice appears on the finish.",,11,84,Robertson,,,DuVon 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duvon-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,DuVon 13.9,White,US,"There are some good lemon, pear and apple flavors in this dry, crisp wine. It's also strong in gooseberries. If you like that green, vegetal note, it's for you.",,11,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Hess Select 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hess Select 13,White,France,"Hard-edged wine, with wood flavors dominant over the steely fruit character. It is very structured, perhaps too much.",Cuvée Delaye les Pierres Grises,17,84,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Cuvée Delaye les Pierres Grises (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-cuvee-delaye-pierres-grises-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 14.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with aromas of burnt rubber, hot fruit, herbal stem and hardness. The palate is plummy and a bit rough, with red fruit flavors and a funky herbal essence. A bit leathery and earthy, and overall it shouts out that it's a hot-climate wine.",Red Wine Made With Organic Grapes,10,84,Levante,Alicante,,Vermador 2008 Red Wine Made With Organic Grapes Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermador-2008-red-wine-made-with-organic-grapes-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2008,Vermador 13.5,Red,Australia,"This creamy-textured Merlot offers notes of coffee and brown sugar, accented by a hint of prickly sourness. It's soft and supple enough to be consumed over the next several months.",Estate Range,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Beelgara 2008 Estate Range Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beelgara-2008-estate-range-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2008,Beelgara 14.2,White,Argentina,"Starts with pushy aromas of air freshener/cleanser, which morph into white fruits like apricot and peach. The palate is sweet and basic, with candied white-fruit flavors and a pithy bite and mild bitterness. Decent but with a lot of generic character, pith and bitter accents.",Catalpa Single Vineyard,17,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Bodega Atamisque 2009 Catalpa Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-atamisque-2009-catalpa-single-vineyard-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2009,Bodega Atamisque ,White,US,"A sharp, just this side of volatile Sauvignon Blanc, this is already showing some tawny tones though it's only a 2008. Perhaps the clear glass bottle is the culprit, but the wine is pretty far down the aging curve. Grassy and herbal, with a quick, sharp finish.",,12,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canyon's Edge 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyons-edge-2008-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Canyon's Edge ,Red,US,"A soft, round, simple, rustic red, this has fading black cherry fruit and chewy, toasty tannins. Drink up.",,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canyon's Edge 2006 Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyons-edge-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2006,Canyon's Edge ,White,France,"Soft and rich, the wine lacks real definition. It is ripe and full with wood and tropical fruit flavors, but missing acidity.",La Maréchaude,50,84,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Beauregard 2008 La Maréchaude (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-beauregard-2008-marechaude-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de Beauregard 14.5,White,South Africa,Mild and light in intensity with faint citrus aromas backed by notes of green apple and crunchy pear. Easy-drinking with a light weight and short finish.,Unoaked,11,84,Western Cape,,,Brampton 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,Brampton ,Rose,US,"This Grenache blush wine is nicely dry and crisp in acidity, and intensely clean. However, it's just too thin in raspberry flavor, especially at this price.",Eagle Point Ranch,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Carlotta 2009 Eagle Point Ranch Rosé (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlotta-2009-eagle-point-ranch-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rosé,2009,Carlotta 13.5,Red,US,"A little too soft and hot, but pretty tasty in raspberry and cherry jam, with a rich flourish of milk chocolate. Feels rustic, like a simple country wine.",,15,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fire Station Red 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-station-red-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fire Station Red 13.5,White,US,"Although this wine has good acidity, it feels a little heavy in the mouth, with apricot jam and citrus fruit flavors. Shows little or no oak influence.",,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2008-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Paul Dolan 12.5,White,US,"Tastes like a blend of tangerine, peach and pineapple juices, with a little sweetness in the finish. Could be tarter and cleaner in acidity. The overall impression is of a rustic wine that's overpriced for what you get.",,18,84,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Arrow Creek 13,Red,Argentina,"Brawny and stout all the way through, but also kind of green and candied, with herbal aromas in front of a grainy, tough palate feel that tries but ultimately fails to excite. Tastes jammy but also stemmy, with light medicinal notes to the finish.",Martin Fierro,10,84,Other,Tulum Valley,,Bodegas Borbore 2009 Martin Fierro Malbec (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-borbore-2009-martin-fierro-malbec-tulum-valley/,Malbec,2009,Bodegas Borbore 13.5,Red,Spain,"Gritty aromas of licorice and raisin are hot and fiery, while the palate is more acidic and thus it feels sharp and crisp. Flavors of raisin and ripe strawberry are herbal and a bit milky from the oak, and the finish is raisin-tinged as well. Monastrell with 20% Petit Verdot.",Roble,12,84,Levante,Jumilla,,Casa de la Ermita 2008 Roble Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ermita-2008-roble-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2008,Casa de la Ermita 12.5,White,Italy,"Vignale Pinot Grigio opens with a luminous, golden color and offers aromas of grapefruit, honey, peach and a touch of caramel. The wine is light, crisp and easy-drinking.",,10,84,,Friuli Grave,,Il Vignale 2009 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-vignale-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Il Vignale ,White,France,"Noticeable caramel aromas, the wine honeyed, toasty, buttered. It tastes very round and soft, not much more.",,22,84,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 14,White,South Africa,"This is a light and easy-going white to pair well with most simple fish entrées. Hints of green pepper, granny smith, green plum and lime add to this light, lean and brisk wine with a sharp but clean finish.",,9,84,Paarl,,,Fairvalley 2009 Chenin Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairvalley-2009-chenin-blanc-paarl/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Fairvalley 11.5,White,Germany,,Herrenberg Alte Reben Trocken,39,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2008 Herrenberg Alte Reben Trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2008-herrenberg-alte-reben-trocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Maximin Grünhäuser 13,White,US,"You'll find vanilla and toasty oak flavors in this wine, but the fruit is a little thin in lemons, limes and pineapples. The acidity is nice and zesty.",Dunne Ranch Vineyard,15,84,California,Central Coast,Pacheco Pass,Pietra Santa 2008 Dunne Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Pacheco Pass),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2008-dunne-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-pacheco-pass/,Chardonnay,2008,Pietra Santa 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Simple spiced cherry aromas lead to a pinched but lively palate with tangy raspberry fruit. The finish is sort of rough and rugged, with sharper than ideal acidity and just enough texture to keep it moving along.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Diseño 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diseno-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Diseño ,White,France,"Soft and bland, hollow in the center, showing a crisp, textured aftertaste.",Rive Droite,25,84,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Collin-Bourisset 2008 Rive Droite (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collin-bourisset-2008-rive-droite-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Collin-Bourisset 12.5,White,Italy,"This light and fresh Pinot Grigio offers easy aromas of pear, peach citrus and cut grass. It's your standard, informal wine to serve with family and friends at informal, outdoor occasions.",Colli Argento,8,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Colli Vicentini 2009 Colli Argento Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colli-vicentini-2009-argento-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Colli Vicentini 12,White,South Africa,"A touch of feline essence plays against notes of sweeter tropical notes in the bouquet, producing a somewhat conflicting initial perception upon nosing. The mouthfeel is flabby and a little too round, with overly soft stone fruit and mushy pear flavors leading to into the mowed grass finish.",,9,84,Western Cape,,,Tall Horse 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-horse-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tall Horse 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Herbal, saucy, slightly soupy aromas lead to a jammy, semitart palate with raspberry and herbal flavors. The feel is slightly raw and plenty racy, with freshening acids but not a lot of bulk or body. More acidic and scouring than ideal.",Oak Cask,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Oak Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-oak-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Trapiche 12,White,Italy,"This easy Pinot Grigio is a great white to enjoy on a hot summer afternoon outdoors. Sure, it's watery and thin in the mouth, but the wine's real attributes come forth as freshness and general food friendliness.",,12,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Tiamo 2009 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiamo-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tiamo ,White,France,"Pleasant, but characterless wine, it has soft structure, some light green fruits and a final hint of toast. Screwcap.",Domaine Perraud Vieilles Vignes,17,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 2008 Domaine Perraud Vieilles Vignes (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terres-secretes-2008-domaine-perraud-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons des Terres Secrètes 12.5,White,France,"Thin, dilute wine. It has clean fruit, some white pear juice, light acidity, but boring.",,20,84,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Louis Max 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-max-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Max 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and extracted in cherry pie filling, candy bar raspberry and blackberry fruit and mocha flavors. Drink this soft, easy wine now.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tangley Oaks 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tangley Oaks 14.2,Red,US,"Full-bodied and dry, with cherry, currant, leather, chocolate and cedar flavors wrapped into soft tannins. A bit sharp throughout, so drink with rich meats and cheeses for balance.",,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tangley Oaks 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Tangley Oaks 13.5,Red,US,"A sound, useful red wine for its dryness and full-bodied mouthfeel. It has pretty good berry-cherry flavors, with a kiss of oak. Production was 85,000 cases.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Smoking Loon 13.5,Red,Australia,,Omrah,20,84,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Plantagenet 2009 Omrah Pinot Noir (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2009-omrah-pinot-noir-great-southern/,Pinot Noir,2009,Plantagenet 13.2,Red,US,"Nicely dry, with interesting cherry pie, red currant, bacon and pepper flavors, but the structure is way too soft for balance. Lacks liveliness.",Estate,46,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2007 Estate Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2007-estate-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Venteux ,White,France,"Fat, ripe wine, showing some wood, with an edge of sweet acidity.",Domaine des Chenevrières,13,83,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine des Chenevrières (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-chenevrieres-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 15.9,Red,US,"Bone dry and utterly balanced, with deeply powerful, long-lasting flavors of blackberries and black currants and an intense, but integrated, coating of smoky oak. But it's also very tannic. Nothing soft about this wine. As fine a cellar candidate as any Mondavi Reserve in years. Should develop for 12, 15, even 20 years.",Reserve,135,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Mondavi 13,White,Austria,"Rounded, creamy style, flavors of spice, pear juice, green herbs and uplifting acidity. There is a taut mineral structure that gives the wine bite along with final acidity.",Pichl Point Smaragd,44,93,Wachau,,,Schmelz 2008 Pichl Point Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmelz-2008-pichl-point-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Schmelz 14.3,Red,US,"A fresh, vibrant but tight young Pinot Noir. It's rich in wild raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, enhanced with spicy oak, and firm in acidity and tannins. Should be cellared for a good 3–5 years.",Oppenlander Vineyard,60,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Baxter 2007 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2007-oppenlander-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2007,Baxter 14.5,Red,US,"A big, bold, intense, nervy Pinot Noir that needs time in the cellar to settle down. Notable for the power of fruit, offering a blast of cherries, red currants, red licorice and pomegranates, while oak adds sweet, smoky toastiness. A success of the vintage. Give it until mid-2011 to come around.",Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2008 Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-rancho-santa-rosa-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Longoria 14.2,Red,US,"A very rich Pinot Noir, filled with delicious cherry, raspberry, cedar and spice flavors, as well as an umami bacon smokiness. Balanced with crisp acidity and very fine tannins. Beautiful now and through 2013.",Toulouse Vineyard,45,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Baxter 2007 Toulouse Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2007-toulouse-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Baxter 6,Dessert,Austria,Classic honey and lemon flavors are so fresh despite the liquorous texture that this is like drinking an elixir. The botrytis dryness is still developing and now the wine shows the most wonderful primary fruit flavor.,Kellerberg Trockenbeerenauslese,60,92,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Kellerberg Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-kellerberg-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Domäne Wachau 14.5,Red,Spain,"Bright, snappy and somewhat high in acidity, but also vibrant and excellent as a whole. The fruit falls squarely into the plum, raspberry and red currant spectrum, while that acidity pushes the wine to run and run. A dynamo with length, character, structure and angularity. Probably not for those who prefer dark, lush RDDs. Drinkable now but could still use another five years of time on its side.",El Picón,240,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 2004 El Picón (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-2004-el-picon-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Pago de los Capellanes 13.5,White,France,"Seriously crisp, this is a wine for acid freaks; don't even think about serving it as an apéritif. However, with the right dish (think flavorful fish in a cream sauce), some real magic could happen. The austerity of the palate is softened a bit by easy-to-like flavors of toast, spice and citrus that follow through to the long finish. Give this one a few years in the cellar to show its best.",Clos Saint Urbain Grand Cru Rangen De Thann,110,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Clos Saint Urbain Grand Cru Rangen De Thann Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-clos-saint-urbain-grand-cru-rangen-thann-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.2,Red,US,"A nice, silky and tasty Pinot Noir. It's dry and crisp, with cherry and raspberry purée flavors accented with cinnamon, cocoa and smoky sandalwood. Ready now and soon for its youthful appeal.",,49,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roadhouse Winery ,Red,Spain,"A new specialty wine from the Figuero family shows a meaty, roasted bouquet and some leather, while below the aromas there's a palate that's rich, profound, slightly baked in character and very sweet and deep. A Yum Yum type of rich RDD with a finish defined by baked blackberry and molasses. Drink now–2013.",Tinus,599,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2006 Tinus (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2006-tinus-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,García Figuero 14.7,White,US,"One of the cleaner, brisker and more balanced Viogniers on the market. It's bone dry and nicely crisp, with citrus, peach, guava, wildflower and mineral flavors. Racy and complex, and despite the power, it's delicate.",,18,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2008 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2008-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2008,Koehler 13.5,Red,Italy,"Il Palazzone opens with a lean, compact appearance and a bright ruby color. The bouquet delivers a steady aromatic lineup of cherries, wild berries, blue flowers and light shadings of spice. There's more power and persistency here than you'd expect and Il Palazzone has succeeded in making a beautiful wine in a difficult vintage.",,85,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Palazzone 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzone-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Palazzone 13.5,Red,France,"Leathery and woody is the first impression you'll get, but the palate excels with grippy warmth, a firm tannic structure and dark, plummy flavors that bring black olive, sous bois and sauvage flavors that are true to Rhône Syrah. Tasted by a three-person panel, the wine was unanimously well liked, with one reviewer finding it more hard and ""clacky"" than the others.",Les Bessards,131,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2007 Les Bessards (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2007-bessards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Delas Frères 14.5,Red,US,"This lovely Petite Sirah preserves the variety's full-bodied richness, but the tannins are so gentle, it's drinkable now. Shows deep, ripe flavors of blackberries and black currants, with meaty notes of grilled beef and a chocolaty, peppery finish. Lush and complex, it drinks beautifully with grilled steak, and will elevate a gourmet hamburger.",Todd Brothers Ranch,35,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2007 Todd Brothers Ranch Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2007-todd-brothers-ranch-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Dashe Cellars 13,Red,Italy,"Da Vinci delivers a bright and vibrant Brunello with distinctive notes of church incense and Christmas spice. There are loads of cherry nuances as well as some sweet vanilla tones. It imparts a smooth, silky feel with a long, fruit-driven finish.",,70,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Da Vinci 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinci-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Da Vinci ,Red,Spain,"A bright and very pretty wine that bursts with raspberry and plum aromas. The palate is finely balanced and clean as a whistle, and in general this small-production bottling represents the region gracefully, but with some kick and power. It only gets richer and more serious with airing. Drink 2012–2022.",Celia,125,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vizcarra 2006 Celia (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vizcarra-2006-celia-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Vizcarra 14,Red,Italy,"Vintner Simone Biliorsi has crafted an opulent expression of Brunello with sweet aromas of cherry, vanilla and spice. There's a pretty, smoothing quality to this wine that is underscored by the silky quality of the tannins and the long persistency of flavors.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fornacina 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacina-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fornacina 13,White,France,"Rich, sweet, flowery and deliciously blowsy, with spice, ginger, lychees and melons. The wine is a powerhouse of richness, the acidity a sideshow. Ready to drink now.",Cuvée Christine Vendanges Tardives,73,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Cuvée Christine Vendanges Tardives Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-cuvee-christine-vendanges-tardives-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Brunello delivers instant aromas of spice, toast and leather that are wrapped seductively around a core of black fruit and plum. Those spice nuances last long in the mouth and would pair with braised meat or beef stew. The tannins are tight, so drink after 2014.",Ugolaia,144,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lisini 2004 Ugolaia (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lisini-2004-ugolaia-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Lisini 14,Red,Italy,"This 2005 Brunello opens with a soft and supple nose that is accented by tones of sweet cherry, blackberry and spice. All these elements integrate well and the acidity versus tannin equation is equally balanced. There's a slightly sour note on the end that recalls almond skin or cassis.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Ricci 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ricci-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenimenti Ricci ,Red,Spain,"Vibrant and honest, with expressive raspberry and cherry aromas and flavors accented by mint leaf, liqueur and cassis. Really hits the spot and then fades away in no hurry. A smoking-good crianza that hammers home the fact that Ismael Arroyo's wines are still leaders in RDD. Drink now–2015.",Crianza,35,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Val Sotillo 13.5,White,Spain,"Butter, toast and resiny aromas tell you immediately that it's barrel fermented, but unlike some of the competition, this wine manages to hold onto its core of green apple, white peach and pear without letting the oak interfere. Excellent with food, and it improves rapidly with each ten-minute interval. A great example of oak-aged Verdejo. Drink now.",Habis Old Vines,30,91,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Shaya 2008 Habis Old Vines Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaya-2008-habis-old-vines-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Shaya 13,Red,France,"A wine with seeming universal appeal. It's medium to full, with a finely textured palate full of interesting olive, coffee, spice, herbs and garrigue. It has firm, proper acidity to offset any weight or pudginess, and the finish is long and layered. Drinkable now but easily ageable for another 5 years.",Les Trois Chênes,30,91,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Emmanuel Darnaud 2008 Les Trois Chênes (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmanuel-darnaud-2008-trois-chenes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2008,Emmanuel Darnaud 13.5,White,France,"Classic in its approach, this slightly off-dry Riesling opens with petrol and citrus peel notes that give way to mouth-coating flavors of peach and apricot while the lemony finish goes on and on. Drinking well now but will gain depth and complexity over the next five years.",Turckheim Heimbourg,60,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Turckheim Heimbourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-turckheim-heimbourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.5,Red,Italy,"Giacomo Neri has seen his share of the media spotlight lately, but this honest base Brunello shows loads of fruit characteristics followed by power and persistency. You'll recognize cherry, blackberry and spice and the overall delivery emphasizes pleasure and drinkability. You could serve it now or wait three or four more years.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Casanova di Neri 13,Red,France,"Focused, layered nose of pure black berry fruit, forest floor, earthy, gamy notes with strong underlying minerality. Concentrated flavors of jammy plum fruit, smoke, asphalt, cracked black pepper with lifted violet notes. Full-bodied, generous, fresh with firm gripping tannins and a persistent long savory finish with a touch of licorice.",Domaine de Thalabert,60,91,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Domaine de Thalabert (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-domaine-thalabert-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.5,White,US,"Shows a deft hand at balancing all the elements. Ripe, citrusy tropical fruits and green apples, oak, minerals, racy acidity, lees and the byproducts of malolactic fermentation all come together to produce a rich, complex, fruity young Chardonnay. Gets better as it warms in the glass.",Biagini Vineyard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2008 Biagini Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-biagini-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Clos La Chance 14.5,Red,Australia,"The rare Australian Grenache you might consider cellaring for more than a couple of years, the 2007 Romas features dark, plummy fruit accented with hints of coffee and chocolate. It's full bodied and richly textured without being overly astringent, with a long finish. Drink 2012–2020.",Romas,75,91,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Romas Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-romas-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2007,Clarendon Hills 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made in limited quantities, this austere Riserva exhibits aged tones of dried blackberries and currants, exotic spice, tar, cola and powdered licorice. There's great freshness here that helps propel the wine over the palate.",Riserva,134,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Togata 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/togata-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Togata 13.5,Red,Italy,"Wild berry and forest aromas open the nose of this clean and direct Brunello. There's very nice purity and intensity here and the wine showcases layers of red fruit, plum, spice, leather and rose petal. The silky and smooth mouthfeel would work with meat dishes or hearty pasta.",Campogiovanni,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Felice 2005 Campogiovanni (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-felice-2005-campogiovanni-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,San Felice 14.7,Red,US,"Caramelized oak dominates this Pinot Noir. Below that toasty char is an extremely ripe wine that seems to define long hangtime. The cherry flavors approach red currants and have suggestions of shriveled berries that veer into licorice and grilled fruit. It's quite complex, but juvenile, with a youthful impertinence. Best to give it 3–5 years to come around.",Durell Vineyard,55,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Three Sticks 2007 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-sticks-2007-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Three Sticks 12.5,White,Austria,"Pineapple and orange zest start this compelling wine. It has great tight acidity, as crisp as possible, with a yellow mineral structure that has extreme youth.",Wösendorfer Kirchweg Smaragd,69,91,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2008 Wösendorfer Kirchweg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2008-wosendorfer-kirchweg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Rudi Pichler 11.8,White,US,"An impressive first Riesling from Tempus Cellars, using grapes from one of Washington's premier Riesling vineyards. Refreshing and lively, loaded with citrus, green apple and light pineapple fruit flavors, this warm-weather sipping wine is quite bracing, with residual sugar just over 1% and alcohol at a moderate 11.8%",Evergreen Vineyard,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tempus Cellars 2009 Evergreen Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2009-evergreen-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Tempus Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,Clean and elegant with polished tannins and a silky texture. Caparzo makes some of the nicest Brunello you will find in the USA. This vintage is characterized by bright berry tones and a lean but elegant feel in the mouth.,,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Caparzo 13.5,White,US,"So pure and clean, as fine an example of Sauvignon Blanc as exists in California. Only free run juice is used, so there's no bitterness at all, just ripe, exotic flavors of limes, lemons, grapefruits, minerals and flowers. Compelling, and a very great food wine for just about anything that needs a crisp, dry white.",Purisima Mountain,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Purisima Mountain Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-purisima-mountain-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brander ,White,US,"As with the last vintage, this has been sourced from Lewis, Willard and Conner Lee vineyards. Scents of coconut and other tropical fruits lead into flavors hinting at banana cream, lime, white peach, and papaya. The finish brings in brioche, caramel and medium toast. A yum-fest.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2007 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2007-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,àMaurice 16.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky, toasty and rich, with no shortage of power and fire in the hole. The palate is meaty and dense, with black fruit, black pepper and heat. But even with the unavoidable heat the wine shows balance along with attractive finishing flavors of fig, beef jerky, licorice and chocolate. Undeniably big and powerful at 16.5% alcohol. Drink soon, and with food. Otherwise it might seem too hot and burning.",Aquilon,161,91,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2007 Aquilon Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2007-aquilon-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2007,Alto Moncayo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Altesino's base Brunello presents a tonic, ruby color with pristine aromas of wild berry, blue flower, earth and ground clove. You'll like the brightness and determination the wine shows in the mouth as it spreads clean over your palate.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Altesino ,White,US,"Fine effort, lightly toasty, lightly buttery, still varietal with pleasing lime, orange marmalade and suggestions of pineapple. Excellent mouthfeel and balance, with exceptional smoothness.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2007 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2007-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2007,àMaurice ,Red,US,"A detailed and delicate bottle that captures the grace and evanescence of the grape. It's scented with fruit and spice and incense; flavors mingle the same elements in perfect harmony. There's a pleasing softness in the mouth, a velvety embrace that wraps into a long finish. Drinking well already, but probably a good bet to cellar for another six to eight years.",Carlton Hill Vineyard,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2007 Carlton Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2007-carlton-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Boedecker Cellars 14,White,US,"Racy in acidity, this unoaked wine was bottled early to preserve fresh fruitiness. It's clean and dry in the mouth, with fine, delicate flavors of citrus fruits, apricots, white peaches, green apples and a touch of honeysuckle and stony minerals. A brilliantly racy wine that needs no wood to be opulent and compelling.",Turner Vineyard,20,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2009 Turner Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2009-turner-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2009,Carr 14.1,White,US,"Made from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc, this is a very dry, quite acidic white wine that scrapes and scours the palate with tartness. It shows flavors of citrus fruits, honeysuckle flowers and vanilla. Good as a clean cocktail sipper, but really needs savory little snacks, like pizza slices with chicken, prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella, or even paté on crackers.",Gemini,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2008 Gemini Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2008-gemini-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Volker Eisele Family Estate 14,Red,Italy,"This is a smooth and enduring Brunello with beautiful tones of ripe cherry, vanilla bean, moist tobacco and loads of blackberry and plum. Drying mineral tones come into focus on the rear and the wine is plush and succulent in the mouth with polished tannins.",,51,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa I Cipressi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-i-cipressi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Villa I Cipressi 13.5,White,US,"This is a firm, dry, minerally Chardonnay. It's not blockbuster rich, but it is clean and vibrant and elegant. The flinty flavors are enriched with notes of pineapples and green apples, while oak and lees give hints of buttered toast and sour cream. A very fine, food-friendly wine that sommeliers should be aware of.",,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Windsor Sonoma ,White,US,"This is an interesting style, with good density and about 1% residual sugar. The sweetness does not show; this is almost dry, with compact fruit flavors of lemon, orange, candied pineapple, hints of pear and a firm thread through the middle that gives it some phenolic bite. Drink chilled and it will stand up well to firm seafood such as halibut.",Anecdote,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2009 Anecdote Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2009-anecdote-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,J. Bookwalter 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an austere and sophisticated Brunello with a slightly brownish hue to its garnet color and aged aromas of dried currants and forest berries, spice, mesquite, soy sauce and licorice. The wine is exceedingly silky and drying in the mouth.",,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fuligni 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fuligni 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant and focused expression from Montalcino with tight aromas of blackberry, cola, anise seed and polished black stone. The mouthfeel is silky and smooth. Pair this wine with rabbit stew with carrots and potatoes.",Vigna Manapetra,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2005 Vigna Manapetra (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2005-vigna-manapetra-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fattoria La Lecciaia 14,Red,Italy,Mocali's base Brunello from the four-star 2005 vintage exhibits pretty spice layers of ground clove and black pepper backed by loads of fresh berry fruit. The smooth mouthfeel presents both crisp freshness and polished tannins.,,40,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Mocali 12.5,White,Austria,"Broadening out into a sophisticated wine, this has spices, almonds and generous acidity to go with pure apples and a lovely, elegant texture.",Steinerhund Reserve,76,91,Wachau,,,Nikolaihof 2006 Steinerhund Reserve Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nikolaihof-2006-steinerhund-reserve-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2006,Nikolaihof 13,Red,France,"Complex, deep and difficult to precisely describe, with a mix of floral aromas, olive and herbs accenting sinewy fruit. It's the type of wine that could age for another decade, although some tasters may question its relatively narrow construction.",,109,91,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Jamet 2007 Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jamet-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Jamet 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bursting red fruit stands opposite sophisticated oak-driven aromas of spice, coffee and tobacco to create a successful aromatic union. You can taste the wood rendering with more precision in the mouth, and the texture is consequently rich and smooth",Riserva,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Domus Vitae 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-vitae-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Domus Vitae 13.5,Red,Italy,"Spice, toast and black fruit drive the nose of this plush and ripe Brunello di Montalcino. There are loads of cherry, clove and eucalyptus-like aromas at the back that give the wine a more youthful and fresh impact and fresh acidity seals the deal. The wine is rich and velvety in the mouth.",Bramante,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Lorenzo 2005 Bramante (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2005-bramante-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,San Lorenzo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and concentrated Brunello with thick aromas of spice, smoke and tobacco lavished over a solid core of black fruit. The nose is definitely on the oak-driven side but the mouth is bursting with fresh fruit notes. It makes for an excellent ensemble.",Vigna Soccorso,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tiezzi 2005 Vigna Soccorso (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiezzi-2005-vigna-soccorso-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tiezzi ,Red,US,"Despite its reserve designation, this elegant wine emphasizes feminine grace over pure power. The alcohol is cited as 13.5%, and the fruit has the spicy tang of just-ripe berries, not sweet or jammy. Spicy herb details illuminate a wine wrapped in smooth milk chocolate barrel flavors. Drinking well already, but should improve over the next five or six years.",Reserve,42,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Seven of Hearts 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Seven of Hearts 13.5,Red,France,"Inviting, layered nose of raspberry, strawberry, molasses, smoke, black olive, licorice and gamy notes. Nicely complex and flavorful with lots of ripe berry fruit, leather, black pepper and roasted meat notes. Medium to full-bodied with moderately firm tannins. Fresh, richly textured and dense without being heavy.",Cuvée Tradition,14,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas des Bressades 2009 Cuvée Tradition Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-bressades-2009-cuvee-tradition-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas des Bressades ,Red,US,"Each Le Cadeau wine has a different consulting winemaker, and some are down in Ukiah, hence the Oregon AVA, although this is estate-grown, Willamette Valley fruit. This new Côte Est (eastern slope) is still tight, very young and a bit withdrawn. There are earthy flavors around the spicy purple fruits; it's balanced and fine, and seems to have a more delicate, feminine spin than the other new releases from Le Cadeau. Time will tell. Decant it or, even better, cellar it for about five years.",Côte Est,47,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Le Cadeau 2008 Côte Est Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2008-cote-est-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Le Cadeau 14,Red,Italy,"Buoyant and fresh with penetrating aromas of red berry, cola, licorice and natural rubber, the bouquet hits the nose in a vertical and direct manner. The wine is firm and textured in the mouth with a thick tannic coating that moves slowly over the palate.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lazzeretti 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazzeretti-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Lazzeretti 13.9,Red,US,"Kendric's best Pinot yet, from this magnificent vintage. Strikes a fine balance between lushness of raspberry fruit and a stony crispness that pulls back tantalizingly into dryness and minerality, then returns to spicy richness on the finish. It will be interesting to watch this wine evolve over the next 4–8 years.",,34,91,California,North Coast,Marin County,Kendric 2007 Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendric-2007-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kendric 14,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored Brunello offer a distinct mineral accent that is surrounded by fruity tones of wild berries, cassis and cherry cola. There's also a meaty or smoky quality here that gives the wine more heft and determination in the mouth. Drink it with grilled sausage.",,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Poderina 15,Red,Italy,"Cherry, red apple, spice and moist tobacco emerge from the nose of this Brunello Riserva. The wine offers impressive intensity and density in the mouth and the finish is long lasting and very enjoyable.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fortuna 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortuna-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Fortuna ,White,US,"Here is an off-dry Roussanne absolutely bursting with delicious flavors of Meyer lemon, breakfast tea, yellow tropical fruits and hints of papaya. It's all set against vibrant natural acidity that keeps it food-friendly rather than limiting it to dessert.",La Vie Douce,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Maison Bleue 2008 La Vie Douce Roussanne (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2008-vie-douce-roussanne-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Roussanne,2008,Maison Bleue 14.5,Red,Italy,"This pretty Brunello opens with a dark garnet color and segues to aromas of black cherry liqueur, blackberry, soy sauce, cola and dark spice. It's a brooding, austere expression from Tuscany with polished tannins and silky texture.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Poggio il Castellare 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-poggio-il-castellare-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta Poggio il Castellare 14,Red,Italy,"Austere and elegant with ethereal tones of Spanish cedar, cherry cola, eucalyptus and licorice, this Brunello represents some of vintage 2004's best qualities. The wine is elegant and tempered yet determined and enduring in the mouth. Pair it with pork rolled with prunes.",Riserva,90,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,SassodiSole 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassodisole-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,SassodiSole 15,Red,Italy,"Ripe fruit and oak nuances emerge from the nose of this modern Brunello Riserva. Aromas include black cherry, blackberry preserves, spice and smoke. Bright fruit flavors and smooth tannins characterize the mouthfeel.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polo 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,San Polo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Toasty notes of spice, plum, cherry cola, mesquite and moist earth make this textbook Brunello. It has all the aromatic qualities you seek in a wine of this workmanship and sophistication. There's better density and thickness here too which helps propel the wine's persistency on the palate.",Val di Suga,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2005 Val di Suga (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2005-val-suga-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenimenti Angelini 15.5,Red,US,"This very dry wine shows the spicy, briary flavors of Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel. The flavors are of wild black and red berries, currants, brambly nettles, pepper, Chinese 5 spice, espresso and a hint of earthy dark chocolate. Quite a fine, complex drink that wants smoky, charred meats, like barbecued ribs, pork, or a rich grilled steak.",C5 Stefani Vineyard,25,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Side Job 2008 C5 Stefani Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/side-job-2008-c5-stefani-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Side Job ,White,US,"One of the most underrated Rieslings from Washington, Seven Hills always delivers the goods. This is off-dry but drinks as dry. Bonus: the alcohol is around 11%. Wonderfully fragrant and stony, it seems dusted with lemon and honey, tea and a hint of orange marmalade. In the mouth it turns rich and substantial, yet the floral highlights remain.",,14,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Seven Hills 14,Red,Spain,"A ruggedly dark and modern Rioja with cola, rooty black fruit and burnt toast draped on a thick, mocha-laden nose. The palate is huge and grabby as well as rich and lovable, with black fruit, mocha, coffee ice cream and slight raisin flavors. Tannic and tough on the finish, with spice, herbs and chocolate. Drink from 2011 through 2015.",Esculle de Solabal,114,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solabal 2006 Esculle de Solabal (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solabal-2006-esculle-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Solabal 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a truly outstanding Rosso di Montalcino that shows all the ripe and opulent characteristics of the promising 2008 vintage. The wine is rich, smooth and determined. The tannins are polished and silky.",,,91,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio Nardone 14,Red,Italy,"This is a solid and attractive Brunello with bright cherry notes backed by softer tones of exotic spice, earth and white pepper. The wine boasts a compact and firm feel in the mouth that would pair with duck, pork or game hen.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietroso 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietroso-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Pietroso 13.5,White,Austria,"Powerful, cream-textured wine, with a dry core of spice and tight mineral acidity. It has pear and baked apple flavors, with dried apricot richness. An intense finish.",Dürnsteiner Supperlin,31,91,Wachau,,,Pichler-Krutzler 2008 Dürnsteiner Supperlin Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pichler-krutzler-2008-durnsteiner-supperlin-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Pichler-Krutzler ,Red,US,"The winery notes that this is their first reserve quality Pinot Noir since 1998—a remarkable statement. It reaches for that extra something without blowing itself out of proportion, retaining the varietal elegance so nicely displayed in the regular 2008 bottling. This is bigger, tighter and harder—with more tannic weight—than that wine, and should be cellared while you drink up its stable mate.",Matthew's Reserve,36,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2008 Matthew's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2008-matthews-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,LaVelle 13.3,White,US,"Sourced from Gamache vineyard grapes, this is a fine follow-up to Zero One's debut vintage. It's packed with fruit flavors, running the gamut from Meyer lemon to candied papaya. The natural acidity keeps it all in balance and perfectly counterpoints the residual sugar, pegged at 2.1%.",Golden Delicious,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2008 Golden Delicious Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2008-golden-delicious-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Zero One Vintners ,White,US,"This is fruit sourced from a 1972 planting—single-vineyard, old-vine Riesling at an amazing price. Done in a big, round, fruity, off-dry style, it's loaded with sweet pineapple, Meyer lemon and honey peach flavors. The fruit concentration is spectacular, and yet the wine retains enough acidity to feel balanced against the 3.5% residual sugar. Serve with hot and spicy Asian fare, or with a peach cobbler for dessert.",Dionysus Vineyard,8,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Dionysus Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-dionysus-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Arbor Crest 12,Sparkling,US,"The fruit on this 18-year-old brut is largely gone, and what remains behind are complex tiers of toast, brioche, lees, roasted hazelnuts and vanilla. A fascinating sparkler, totally dry and very crisp in acidity. Delightful to drink, and should continue to evolve in the bottle for years.",Recently Disgorged Extra Brut,60,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,En Tirage 1992 Recently Disgorged Extra Brut Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/en-tirage-1992-recently-disgorged-extra-brut-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1992,En Tirage ,White,US,"Delightfully aromatic, this evocative, low-alcohol (12.5%) Viognier sends up pungent, piney aromas of citrus peel and flesh. A mix of lemon, orange and grapefruit flavors, smooth and clean, roll into a seamless and satisfying finish.",,15,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2009 Viognier (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2009-viognier-willamette-valley/,Viognier,2009,Illahe 14.5,Red,Italy,"The folks at Il Poggione have produced a fine Brunello with the intensity and aromas you should expect from this four-star vintage. You'll get aromas of cherrywood, cola, wild berries and sour plum. There's a fresh, lean nature to the mouthfeel and a touch of bitter fruit on the close.",,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Poggione 14,Red,France,"A typical blend from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Mont-Redon's 2007 includes 65% Grenache, supplemented by a half-dozen other varieties. Black cherry fruit is simultaneously ripe yet herbal, peppery yet touched with other spices and velvety in texture. Proprietor Jean Abeille suggests it will age for 20 years.",,35,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château Mont-Redon 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mont-redon-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Mont-Redon 13.5,Red,France,"Lifted and layered nose of spicy cherry-berry jam, cinnamon, clove, savory gamy notes, sweet sausage and black olive. Full-bodied and concentrated with ripe taut tannins, and a smooth, yet lively texture. Packed with bright jammy plummy black fruit, pepper, leather and dried spices. Very long, velvety, persistent finish.",Altitude 420,16,91,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine Jaume 2007 Altitude 420 Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jaume-2007-altitude-420-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Jaume 13.5,Red,France,"Complexity pours off the wine's nose in the form of fine herbs, meatiness, floral spice and deep black fruit. It's as full and creamy as you could want, with very ripe but balanced blackberry, pepper and more. Maybe a bit soft and over-the-top, but that just means it's more ready to go than most Hermitage reds.",Cuvée Emilie,,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2007 Cuvée Emilie (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2007-cuvee-emilie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Domaine des Remizières 14.5,White,France,"Sweet and perfumed, but with a sense of proportion despite its alcohol. It has fine ripe fruits, star fruit and mango prominent, while the acidity keeps the exuberance in check. The final flavor brings in fresh white fruits. For aging 4–5 years.",Bollenberg,20,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Château d'Orschwihr 2008 Bollenberg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dorschwihr-2008-bollenberg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Château d'Orschwihr 13.5,White,Austria,"A rich style of wine, with a smooth and velvet texture that brings out a creamy character. There is freshness from green apple and peach juice flavors, the acidity a great counterpoint to the ripe fruits.",Achleiten Smaragd,46,91,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Achleiten Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-achleiten-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Domäne Wachau 13,White,France,"An opulent, hedonistic wine, with an exotically perfumed nose of singed orange peel, clove and garam masala. The palate is intense and noticeably sweet but saved from being cloying by a core of fresh acidity. Try with a duck liver terrine.",Vielles Vignes,58,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Vielles Vignes Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-vielles-vignes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Red,US,"With its Ace-Jack of spades on the label, this dark and moody Pinot Noir seems to say “call my bluff, I dare you!” But it's not a bluff—the flavors are real and substantial, with black fruits, red licorice, cola and smoke threading their way into a tannic, meaty finish.",BlackJack,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2007 BlackJack Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2007-blackjack-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,David Hill ,Red,Spain,"Opens with classy aromas of lavender, thyme, sage and medicinality, i.e. plum liqueur. Super silky and smooth in the mouth, with velvety tannins and an elegance not found in most of the staunch, powerful wines of the region. Finishes almost creamy, with notes of tobacco, vanilla and cedar. 85% Tempranillo with 15% Merlot and Malbec.",Valbuena,190,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vega Sicilia 2005 Valbuena (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sicilia-2005-valbuena-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Vega Sicilia 14.4,Red,US,"Impresses for its dryness, big tannins and acids, and for the complexity of flavor. Offers delicious waves of blackberry tart and blueberry muffin, sprinkled with cocoa and cinnamon and a drizzle of cassis. Really a beautiful Syrah, classy and elegant. Drinks well now and through 2012.",Amber Ridge Vineyard,29,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2007 Amber Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-amber-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Novy 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello Riserva offers impressive tones of red cherry and blackberry backed by spice and toast. There's a richly succulent or vinous nature to the wine that will surely integrate with more time in the cellar. In the mouth, this wine is bright and fresh.",Vigna Manapetra Riserva,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2004 Vigna Manapetra Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2004-vigna-manapetra-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Fattoria La Lecciaia 14.5,White,France,"There's great mineral expression here, with aromas of wet slate underpinning top notes of nectarine and orange peel. In the mouth, the wine is intense and viscous with Thai spices and stone fruit that carry over to the long finish. Serious palate length enhances the weightiness and definition of this wine. Drink now or hold several years for even more complexity.",Wintzenheim Rotenberg,64,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Wintzenheim Rotenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-wintzenheim-rotenberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant wine is distinguished by mineral notes of lead pencil and slate that give backbone to broader aromas of cherry, plum, currant and prune. Oak-related layers of spice and toast add a refined touch but do not distract from the overall fruit characteristics.",Riserva,105,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Gianni Brunelli 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-brunelli-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Gianni Brunelli ,White,US,"For anyone seeking an American version of a fine German Kabinett, David Hill's Rieslings should be your first stop. Vintage after vintage this winery nails it. Flower, fruit, citrus, light lemony honey, Jonathan apple, Asian pear, it just goes on and on in the mouth. At 12% alcohol, you might expect a sweeter wine, but the juicy acids keep it nice and dry through the finish.",Estate,16,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2009 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2009-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,David Hill 15,Red,Spain,"Potent, deep and lush, with minty aromas and a lot more wild berry and tobacco than anything crisp or piquant. The palate is lush and packed full of ripe berry and black plum, while the finish is spirited, ripe, full and lusty. A rich, dark style of wine for modern palates. Ready now and over the next two years.",Atteca Armas Old Vines,45,92,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodegas Ateca 2007 Atteca Armas Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ateca-2007-atteca-armas-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2007,Bodegas Ateca ,Red,France,"Filled with wonderfully ripe fruit, yet fresh and floral in character, this is a top example of Lirac. Black cherry fruit forms the core, supported by firm acids and tannins and accented by hints of licorice on the long finish. Drink now-2020.",Domaine Grand Veneur Clos de Sixte,27,92,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2009 Domaine Grand Veneur Clos de Sixte Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2009-domaine-grand-veneur-clos-sixte-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Alain Jaume et Fils 14,Red,Italy,"This beautiful wine opens with impressive intensity and elegance. Aromas recall wild raspberry, cherry, cassis, cola and subtle spice shadings. Thanks to the silky nature of its tannins, you could pair this wine with lean meats like game hen or rabbit.",,80,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Le Chiuse ,Red,US,"The Rocheux bottling comes from a vineyard parcel with especially rocky soil, and there is a heightened minerality along with a racy, well-defined edge to the wine that the French call “nerveux.” It's a thrill to taste if you race along with it and if you like a more acidic style, with tart raspberry fruit as your companion. The finish brings in leaf and vanilla, all in context and perfectly balanced.",Rocheux,47,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Le Cadeau 2008 Rocheux Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2008-rocheux-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Le Cadeau 13.5,Red,Italy,Poggio Banale offers a clean and polished nose with spice and black fruit highlights. The wine is chewy and deliciously succulent with tight tannins that make it an ideal candidate for long cellar aging.,Poggio Banale,133,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2004 Poggio Banale (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2004-poggio-banale-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Poderina 14.5,Red,Australia,"So supple and lush that it appears to demand early drinking, the Moppa Block Grenache also features enough spice and leather to give it the requisite complexity in its youth. Plummy fruit turns a bit chocolaty on the long finish.",Hand Picked Single Site Moppa Block,70,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2006 Hand Picked Single Site Moppa Block Grenache (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2006-hand-picked-single-site-moppa-block-grenache-barossa/,Grenache,2006,Yalumba 13.9,Red,US,"A very good, even noble Petite Sirah whose classic structure expresses the variety's personality in an elegant way. Tannic and dry, it's a big, fruity wine, with notes of blackberries, coffee, dark chocolate and tar. Now–2013.",,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,C. Beck 2007 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-beck-2007-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,C. Beck 13.9,White,US,"There's no oak on this wine, so it's hard to believe it's this rich and complex. The flavors are of citrus fruits, white peaches and tart green apples. Hard to say why it's so good, beyond some fabulous contribution from the vineyard that offers a complex minerality. Best of all is the racy acidity. Brilliant with shellfish.",Au Naturel,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Au Naturel Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-au-naturel-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brander 14.5,Red,Italy,"Barbecue smoke and mesquite wood are the most immediate aromas you will notice here. You'll also recognize background tones of black peppercorn, lead pencil and licorice. The wine delivers loads of intensity in the mouth. This a big, thick and dense expression that is ready to drink now.",Riserva,135,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pian dell'Orino 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pian-dellorino-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Pian dell'Orino 14,Red,Italy,Mocali boasts a consistent record of top-notch Brunellos year after year. This expression delivers meaty tones of smoked bacon backed by mature cherry and raspberry. The concentration and density is excellent (especially for this weaker vintage) and the firm tannins need two or three more years of cellar aging to soften.,Vigna delle Raunate,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2005 Vigna delle Raunate (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2005-vigna-delle-raunate-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Mocali 14,Red,Italy,"Mocali's Brunello Riserva offers a bright and buoyant bouquet of cherry, blackberry, spice, tobacco and dark chocolate. The wine is elegant, generous and balanced with a full but not overdone style.",Riserva,60,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Mocali ,Red,Spain,"A super-classy wine with intensity to spare. The nose and palate are both high-toned and piercing, and red fruit aromas and flavors are supreme. Along with the currant and raspberry character, there's mild medicinal flavors, cherry cough drop and lots of length and power. Impressive for sure. Drink 2012–2020.",Parcela El Nogal,80,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 2005 Parcela El Nogal (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-2005-parcela-el-nogal-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Pago de los Capellanes 14,Red,Italy,"Vintner Claudia Padelletti has crafted a lovely Brunello with bright fruit nuances and mineral tones that lend a polished, dry feel. In the mouth, the wine offers thickness and length. Drink after 2012.",,40,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Padelletti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padelletti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Padelletti ,Red,US,"Meaty, juicy, textural and Rhône-ish, this lovely Walla Walla wine captures the character that eludes Syrahs from other West Coast AVAs. A combination of cured meat, smoke, compost and forest, with notes of dried seaweed and sea salt, this is an explosion of fascinating flavors.",Seven Hills Vineyard,35,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Nuthatch Cellars 2006 Seven Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuthatch-cellars-2006-seven-hills-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2006,Nuthatch Cellars 16,Red,Spain,"Excellent Garnacha in very modern dressing. The nose is sweet, candied, lightly baked and rich, with hints of prune, coconut and fine aged cheese. The palate is smooth and deep, with blackberry, molasses and licorice flavors. Sturdy and studly wine, with weight and only a pinch of heat and bite. Six hundred cases produced; drink now–2012.",,45,92,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2007 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2007-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2007,Alto Moncayo ,Red,Spain,"Dense, rich and well carved, with chocolate, balsamic notes, moss and burnt toast to go with beefy black fruit aromas. The palate is full, generous and not at all lazy, with blasting blackberry, cassis, tobacco and toasty flavors. Acidic and tannic on one hand, but deep and pure on the other. It needs a few more years to knit together. Drink 2012–2018.",Hiru 3 Racimos,118,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Luis Cañas 2006 Hiru 3 Racimos (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-canas-2006-hiru-3-racimos-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Luis Cañas 14.5,Red,Italy,"Elegance, harmony and persistency characterize this Brunello Riserva from the Tenimenti Angelini group. Aromas include ripe berry fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and cola. Pair this wine with pheasant or game meat. The high alcohol will keep your palate clean.",Val di Suga Vigna Spuntali,80,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2004 Val di Suga Vigna Spuntali (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2004-val-suga-vigna-spuntali-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenimenti Angelini 14.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off with intriguing aromas of coffee, clove and plum that segue into dark, warming flavors. It's full bodied, lush and almost creamy in texture, with supple tannins that only hint at their presence before fading into a long, licorice-tinged finish. Best now–2013.",Northern Exposure,38,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,The Old Faithful 2005 Northern Exposure Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-faithful-2005-northern-exposure-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2005,The Old Faithful 13.5,Red,Italy,"Phenomena Riserva offers huge intensity and fullness with opulent notes of black fruit, spice and tobacco. The wine wins points in the mouth where it shows lovely density and persistency.",Phenomena Riserva,110,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2004 Phenomena Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2004-phenomena-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Sesti 13.9,Red,US,"A huge wine, power-packed in richness. Cherries, chocolate, raspberries, currants, licorice, even suggestions of spicy pecan pie flood the palate deliciously. Then the tannins kick in, and fierce they are. Acidity is fine, and the finish is bone dry. Drink this superior Petite Sirah now, and it should age for many, many years.",Heritage,50,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2006 Heritage Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2006-heritage-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Concannon 14,White,Austria,"Singerriedel is at the western end of the Wachau; it's normally relatively cool, although not in 2009 as shown by this delicious, rich wine. The fruit is bright and lively, the only hint of richness being the spicy edge to the final flavor.",Singerriedel Smaragd,46,92,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Singerriedel Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-singerriedel-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Domäne Wachau 14,Red,Italy,"Smokey layers of tar and asphalt open the nose of this dark and brooding Brunello Riserva. There are some candied and dried fruit notes here but the overall bouquet is focused on complex tertiary aromas. What sets the wine apart however is its texture: firm, drying and long lasting. Drink now or up to three years from now.",Riserva,60,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Fattoria La Lecciaia 13.5,Red,Italy,"Giovanna Neri's Brunello sports sweet and enticing notes of cherry liqueur, vanilla and soft shades of cinnamon spice. The wine is opulent and richly concentrated with sweet but firm tannins. Pair this wine with steak in green peppercorn sauce.",,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col di Lano di Giovanna Neri 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-lano-giovanna-neri-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Col di Lano di Giovanna Neri 12.9,White,US,"Easily as good as the richly dramatic 2008. Galante is proving itself a serious player in the Sauvignon Blanc sweepstakes. Oak-aged, the wine is wonderfully dry and crisp, with citrus, melon and fig flavors that are entirely ripe, and finish in a swirl of peppery spice.",Estate Bottled,25,92,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2009 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2009-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Galante ,White,US,"This lively, spritzy Pinot Blanc, made from organically grown grapes, matches the previous vintage with lovely fruit—golden apple, pink grapefruit and pickled watermelon. It freshens and lifts the palate as it moves into a finish that keeps the fruit while adding a strong vein of mineral and wet rock.",,16,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2009 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2009-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Thistle 14.3,Red,US,"A very boldly flavored and distinguished wine, although it's also very tannic. Shows the intensely concentrated flavors of mountain Napa Cabernet, flooding the palate with blackberries and black currants, and the finish is long and savory. Yet those tannins interfere with true palate enjoyment. Should age easily throughout the next 8–10 years.",Cimarossa Vineyard,75,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Tor Kenward 2007 Cimarossa Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tor-kenward-2007-cimarossa-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tor Kenward 13.9,Red,US,"Quite a good Pinot Noir, but it needs some time to evolve beyond its youthful gawkiness. Bone dry and fairly tannic, it's marked by notable acidity. The flavors are complex, ranging from cherries and tangerine zest to cola, pomegranate and smoky sandalwood. Hold until after 2011.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Longoria 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Longoria 14.3,Red,US,"Very fine, very rich and very dry, this is a Syrah you can pull out for your best steaks. It has a peppery saltiness that will pair brilliantly with charred beef. Richness comes via ripe blackberries and cherries, as well as from sweet, smoky oak. Terrific now and through 2013.",Judge Family Vineyard,29,92,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Novy 2007 Judge Family Vineyard Syrah (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-judge-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Syrah,2007,Novy 13.5,White,Austria,"An aroma that is as much light citrus as richer fruit sets the scene for this tight, mineral-driven wine. It has ripe, concentrated fruit, with definite acidity. Give it three years for the taut structure to broaden out. Screwcap.",Alte Reben,32,92,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2009 Alte Reben Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-alte-reben-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Nigl 13.5,White,France,"Like an explosion in a flower shop, this exuberant white offers up harmonious scents of gardenias, carnations and white roses alongside lower tones of petrol and slate. It's intense, flavorful and starting to show some development. Try with classic French fish preparations.",Herrenweg De Turckheim,50,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Herrenweg De Turckheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-herrenweg-turckheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Red,Spain,"A very fruity, forward wine that's rich and friendly and quite delicious. The nose tips things off with black plum, chocolate and other sweet, dense aromas, while the palate is full of boysenberry, raspberry, cherry and fine tannins and overall balance. Simply put, this is a fine RDD with vibrancy and lots of quality. Drink now–2018.",Reserva,,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Carmelo Rodero 2005 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-rodero-2005-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Carmelo Rodero ,White,US,"The second vintage from the estate vineyard, this is rich and honeyed, scented with bee pollen, candle wax, hints of pine needle. Meyer lemon, caramel, honey and more coat the palate. Still very young, but all the pieces are there.",Sparrow,33,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),àMaurice 2009 Sparrow Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2009-sparrow-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2009,àMaurice ,White,US,"Barrel fermented, pure Viognier with a vibrant core of juicy, lemon/lime fruit. There's pink grapefruit and sweet pineapple, all set against pleasing phenolics that provide a firm framework. The mouthfeel is lush and the finish clear and lightly mineral.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2008 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,àMaurice 14.5,Red,Italy,"Beyond the plump notes of cherry and blackberry there's an added touch of clove, cardamom and rosemary sprig that sets this wine apart. The mouthfeel is rich and textured and because the tannins still need to soften, we recommend you put this bottle down in your cellar for a few more years.",Tenuta Nuova,75,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2005 Tenuta Nuova (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2005-tenuta-nuova-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Casanova di Neri 12.5,White,Austria,"A beautiful wine that manages to have a great panoply of rich fruits and spices along with pure green apple acidity. It is intense, but so balanced and poised.",Im Weingebirge Smaragd,59,92,Wachau,,,Nikolaihof 2008 Im Weingebirge Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nikolaihof-2008-im-weingebirge-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Nikolaihof 13,White,Austria,"Full, ripe wine, given great freshness from its green fruit flavors. It is textured, with a fine edginess followed by a light layer of acidity. The aftertaste is mineral, austere.",Pfaffenberg Reserve,35,92,Kremstal,,,Rainer Wess 2009 Pfaffenberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2009-pfaffenberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Rainer Wess 14.1,White,US,"A lovely Chardonnay, bone dry and rich, that shows how well this cool Santa Barbara valley can develop the variety. With crisp acidity and a tang of minerals, the wine is citrusy and floral, with opulent notes from oak barrels and creamy lees.",,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2007 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Dierberg ,White,US,"A delicate, elegant style of Chardonnay, with Burgundian hints of stone and honeysuckle, apple and citrus. The flavors gather in the back of the throat and linger there, propped up with juicy acidity and buttery barrel toast. A delightful bottle and perfectly balanced for poultry or seafood.",Arthur,38,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Drouhin Oregon 2008 Arthur Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-oregon-2008-arthur-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Drouhin Oregon 10.5,Dessert,France,"While most varietal character is gone, this wine does show an explosion of ripe, honeyed sweetness, with a rich, liquorous texture. There is spice, bergamot, dried apricot in a smooth and opulent coating.",Cuvée Anne Sélection des Grains Nobles,82,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Cuvée Anne Sélection des Grains Nobles Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-cuvee-anne-selection-grains-nobles-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 15.3,Red,US,"A lovely Merlot, dry and oaky and earthy, with a rich vein of cherries, violets, red licorice and spicy bacon. Defines elegance, with a gentle scour of tannins. One of the drier, classier Merlots out there. Great with a juicy steak.",Vista Montone Vineyard Daybreak Block,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2007 Vista Montone Vineyard Daybreak Block Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-vista-montone-vineyard-daybreak-block-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Trinchero 14.2,Red,US,"A seriously good wine. Shows classic elegance in the dryness, fine tannins and restrained flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar. Feels really refined in the mouth, with an herbaceousness that both grounds it and balances the fruit. Now–2013.",Chicken Ranch Vineyard,35,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Trinchero 2007 Chicken Ranch Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-chicken-ranch-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trinchero 13.5,Red,Spain,"An opening salvo of coffee, tobacco and pure berry fruit give this Cabernet a fine lift-off. The palate exhibits freshness and full-bodied power, while the flavors run toward deep black fruits, tobacco, herbs, vanilla and cocoa. Long and rich as well on the finish. Best to set this aside for at least four years before revisiting, but drinkable now with decanting.",Mas La Plana,63,92,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2007 Mas La Plana Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2007-mas-plana-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Torres 14.5,Red,Italy,"Attractive aromas of black fruit, plum, coffee and cola emerge elegantly from the nose of this solid Brunello di Montalcino. Siro Pacenti is one of the area's most historic estates and this expression offers endurance, persistency and silky tannins.",,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Siro Pacenti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siro-pacenti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Siro Pacenti 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a smoky, meaty element to the bouquet here that recalls smoked bacon or beef jerky. Beyond those aromas, you'll get tons of black currant, plum and prune and the wine is satisfying and extremely smooth on the finish.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Oliveto 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-oliveto-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenuta Oliveto 15.1,Red,US,"Quite a sophisticated Cab, and one that shows the promise of Happy Canyon, which became an appellation this year. The wine is much drier and leaner than anything in Napa, but quite elegant and intense in blackberries, black currants and dried herbs. It's a worthy successor to the very fine 2005. The alcohol is 15.1%.",,42,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Star Lane Vineyard 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Star Lane Vineyard 14.5,Red,Italy,"We are impressed with what the Illy brothers (of the Italian coffee dynasty) have done with this historic brand from Montalcino. The wine shows personality and distinction thanks to its aromas of wild cherries, cassis, light smoke and Spanish cedar. There's bright acidity and elegance here.",,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mastrojanni 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastrojanni-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Mastrojanni 14,Red,Italy,"From the historic Frescobaldi family that has been making wine since the 1300s, this concentrated and rich Brunello delivers a modern touch to a territory steeped in tradition. Aromas here include plump cherry, blackberry and cassis and all that fruit is supported by spice and light toast. Drink after 2012.",Castelgiocondo,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2005 Castelgiocondo (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2005-castelgiocondo-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 14,Red,Italy,"Tenute Silvio Nardi's Brunello delivers a plump, ripe quality that emphasizes the wine's naturally fruity and succulent personality. Aromas recall mature cherry, leather, pipe tobacco and blackberry. The mouthfeel is rich, polished and there's a touch of bright acidity on the close.",,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenute Silvio Nardi 11.5,White,Austria,"This is great Federspiel, the lightest and freshest style from the Wachau. It has a bone-dry steel line that cuts through the crisp green fruits and pure apple juice vivacity. It could be aged, but is delicious now.",Weissenkirchen Achleiten Federspiel,43,92,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2008 Weissenkirchen Achleiten Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2008-weissenkirchen-achleiten-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Rudi Pichler 13.5,Red,Italy,"This estate in Montalcino is a favorite, thanks to its consistent production of seductive and charming wines. Here's a Brunello that shows territorial characteristics and careful workmanship with pristine aromas of spice, cherry, blackberry and leather.",,96,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Poggio Antico 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a very likeable Brunello Riserva with plush richness and intense aromas of chocolate, spice, cherry and blackberry. The wine is soft and rich and would pair perfectly with succulent steak.",Riserva,100,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Padelletti 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padelletti-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Padelletti 14,Red,Italy,"From one of the most beautiful and historic estates in Montalcino, Argiano's Brunello is redolent of cherry, cassis, exotic spice, smoke and very tame, delicate oak notes of toasted vanilla. The wine is bright and polished with firm tannins and some sour cherry nuances on the close.",,51,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Argiano 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Argiano 14.5,Red,Australia,"The blend is 40% Grenache, 35% Shiraz and 25% Mourvèdre, and the result is a compelling mix of dark, plummy fruit with brighter hints of raspberry, liniment and dried spices. It's full bodied and creamy in texture, finishing long and lush with hints of clove and coffee. While approachable now, this wine's track record for aging suggests it should evolve through at least 2017.",The Holy Trinity,46,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2005 The Holy Trinity G-S-M (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2005-the-holy-trinity-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa/,G-S-M,2005,Grant Burge 14.5,Red,Italy,"The Bindi family of Montalcino has crafted a fine Brunello with excellent personality and dimension. You'll get aromas of black cherry, tart cassis, smoke, exotic spice and cola. It's marked by elegance, balance and a full, generous feel in the mouth.",,46,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Cocco 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-cocco-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Cocco 12.5,White,US,"This ripe and rich Riesling continues a string of successes with this grape from Gamache Vintners. The alcohol is just 12.5%, and the wine has some light sweetness, but what stands out best is the succulent mix of tropical fruits. Big and plush flavors of banana, papaya, guava and pineapple come through, yet the wine retains its balance and detail.",Estate,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2008 Estate Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2008-estate-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Gamache 13,White,France,"Sweet and rich wine, preserving some exciting acidity. That makes the currant and fig flavors well in balance with a smoky character, touched by toast. A very elegant wine that also projects concentration.",Kitterlé Grand Cru Le Brise Mollets,46,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Kitterlé Grand Cru Le Brise Mollets Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-kitterle-grand-cru-le-brise-mollets-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 13.5,White,France,"Within the world of Zind-Humbrecht Grands Crus, this is a drier example and the laser-like acidity in this Riesling will probably convince most drinkers that there isn't a drop of residual sugar left. Meanwhile, aromas of grapefruit and lime will keep the nose entertained while a lingering finish of bruised apple and dried fruit leaves an exotic impression. Drinking well now but will improve over five-plus years.",Turckheim Brand Grand Cru,92,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Turckheim Brand Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-turckheim-brand-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Red,US,"Wow! Right away your mouth is pounded with gorgeous blackberry fruit—it's like gulping down a fresh-picked bucket of berries. There is a lovely softness here, but plenty of acidity and depth as well. Though the tech sheet lists two thirds new oak barrels, the fruit is so fresh and full and luscious that they fade into the background, leaving just a ghostly trail of cracker and butter in the resonant finish.",Reserve,42,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Aubichon Cellars 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aubichon-cellars-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Aubichon Cellars 14.7,Red,US,"This is a big, vital Cabernet, rich in fruit and sweetly smoked oak, and the tannins are classic Napa Valley, softly complex and ripe. Really strikes you for the delicious flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, licorice, mocha and dried herbs. Now–2013.",,49,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cali 351 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cali-351-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cali 351 13.5,Red,France,"A modern, lavishly oaked style of Hermitage that starts with creamy mocha and coffee aromas before introducing black olive. The palate is composed, round and just racy enough, with pretty flavors of blackberry, black currant, cola and earth. Supple and layered on the finish, with coconut and smoky darkness.",Gambert de Loche,80,92,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2007 Gambert de Loche (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2007-gambert-loche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Cave de Tain 14.5,Red,Spain,"Mocha, toasty smoke and pure berry aromas ring the bell, and the palate follows with fine balance and flavors of vanilla-infused raspberry, plum and cassis. A little rich and creamy now but still structured and ageable for another 10 years. A seriously good Spanish Cabernet with world-class character. Best from 2013–2018.",Mas La Plana,63,93,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2006 Mas La Plana Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2006-mas-plana-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Torres 13.5,White,Austria,"Powerful, rich Riesling, its natural acidity rounded out with ripe white fruit flavors, a touch of vanilla and spice as well as pure crisp steeliness. A wine for aging over 6–7 years. Screwcap.",Senftenberger Pellingen Privat,56,93,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2009 Senftenberger Pellingen Privat Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-senftenberger-pellingen-privat-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Nigl 9.5,White,Austria,"A wonderful viscous texture underlies a wine that is beautifully balanced between sweetness and crispness. The honeyed flavors go with ripe yellow nectarines and the wine glides around the mouth. Delicious now, but it will surely age. Screwcap.",Trockenbeerenauslese,43,93,Niederösterreich,,,Nigl 2008 Trockenbeerenauslese Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2008-trockenbeerenauslese-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Nigl 14.5,Red,Italy,"Castello Banfi's cru expression of Brunello, Poggio alle Mura, is a dark and delicious Brunello with a vertical aromatic delivery of blackberry, currants, plums, cola, mesquite and spice. Sweet oak flavors of vanilla spread over the palate and the wine has impressive consistency and persistency.",Poggio alle Mura,85,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2005 Poggio alle Mura (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2005-poggio-alle-mura-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Castello Banfi 14.5,Red,Australia,"Blewitt + Grenache + 2007 = something magical, to judge from the two offerings tasted for this report. Clarendon Hills's bottling is dense and powerful yet doesn't lose its way. Potent plum pudding and spice cake notes offer plenty of complexity and richness, without excessive weight. Long and slightly warming on the finish. Drink now–2017.",Blewitt Springs,50,93,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Blewitt Springs Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-blewitt-springs-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2007,Clarendon Hills 13,White,Austria,"A brilliant, fresh wine, beautifully integrated, bringing together green apple, papaya and intense acidity. The texture has spice, nutmeg and ginger to go with the taut minerality. A wine for aging.",Steinertal Smaragd,59,93,Wachau,,,Alzinger 2008 Steinertal Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alzinger-2008-steinertal-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Alzinger ,Red,Spain,"A lovely, modern-styled wine with clean, pure elegance on the nose, palate and finish. It opens with a blast of toast, and then unfolds with fresh black fruit flavors, smooth but lively tannins, and nice touches of heft, drive and simplicity. As good as Alion is, it's not a complicated or overly complex wine. Best 2011–2017.",,90,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alion 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alion-2006-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Alion ,Red,Spain,"Not as expressive as other Astrales wines, but still very rich and bruising, with a smooth, lush, wonderful mouthfeel and attractive aromas. Concentrated but not as voluminous as many RDD top-rate wines, with flavors of fig, wild berry, chocolate and pepper. Lots to ponder here; an excellent example of what this winery is capable of. Drink 2012–2020.",Christina,87,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Astrales 2006 Christina (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrales-2006-christina-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Astrales 13,White,Austria,"Perfumed, sweet aromas, but the palate is bone dry. The wine is tight, with a vibrant acidity, citrus, white currants and peach. A steely wine that needs a few years to really blossom.",Ried Klaus Smaragd,,93,Wachau,,,Josef Jamek 2008 Ried Klaus Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-jamek-2008-ried-klaus-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Josef Jamek 14.5,Red,Italy,"This impressive vineyard designate Brunello delivers buoyant tones of cherry cola, mesquite and balsam notes. There's a direct and immediate nature to the aromas, followed by bright acidity and silky tannins that leave a lasting impression. This is a very beautiful wine that would pair with meats and oven-roasted pasta dishes.",Vigneto Manachiara,96,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2005 Vigneto Manachiara (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2005-vigneto-manachiara-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenute Silvio Nardi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and expertly extracted Brunello Riserva from a beautiful family-run estate located in its own microclimate within the Montalcino denomination. The wine shows intense aromas of blackberry, prune, leather, tobacco and spice.",Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenuta Vitanza ,Red,Italy,"Here's an intense and immediate Brunello Riserva that needs a few more years of cellar aging to soften its young tannins. There's nice balance here between fruit notes and spice and the wine is generous, rich and silky on the close. Vanilla and vibrant cherry cap off the experience.",Riserva,52,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Citille di Sopra 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/citille-sopra-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Citille di Sopra ,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, whose mountain origins show in the firm tannins and concentrated blackberry and black currant fruit. Notes of minerals and violets complicate things, as does rich oak. Very fine and delicious, but obviously needs time in the cellar. Should develop well over the next 6–10 years.",,39,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Cuvaison 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cuvaison 12.5,White,France,"The Clos Windsbuhl Gewürztraminer is a noticeably sweet wine with a decadent texture and penetrating notes of caramel, lychee and poached apricots. The palate is intense and concentrated, framed by flavors of candied apple and Indian spices while a finish of white pepper and honey seems to go on and on. Serve with foie gras for a transporting experience.",Hunawihr Clos Windsbuhl,96,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Hunawihr Clos Windsbuhl Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-hunawihr-clos-windsbuhl-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 16.5,White,France,"Exotic and opulent, with Kashmiri spices and mango upfront, sliding into a palate of white pepper and peach shot through with mineral notes while the medium, honey-inflected finish is cut short by the high alcohol. There's a good bit of residual sugar here, bringing sushi and other Asian fare to mind.",Clos Saint Urbain Grand Cru Rangen De Thann,116,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Clos Saint Urbain Grand Cru Rangen De Thann Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-clos-saint-urbain-grand-cru-rangen-thann-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14,Red,Spain,"A rich, deep style of Tempranillo with earth and leather aromas along with a lot of new oak. Violet in color, with matching aromas of plum, berry, tobacco and chocolate. Pretty yet stout in the mouth, with intense berry fruit flavors and all the length one could ask for. Rich and ready to drink, but can age until 2018 with no problem.",Seleccion de Vinedos de la Familia,100,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2005 Seleccion de Vinedos de la Familia (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2005-seleccion-vinedos-familia-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Felix Callejo 14.5,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate expression from Giacomo Neri shows gorgeous depth and intensity. Aromas here include red berries, currants, anise seed, new leather, pipe tobacco and Spanish cedar. Its texture is rich, firm and ripe with berry nuances. Drink after 2017.",Tenuta Nuova,82,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2004 Tenuta Nuova (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2004-tenuta-nuova-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Casanova di Neri ,Red,Spain,"Wonderful on the bouquet, where earthy notes blend perfectly with alert, bright fruit aromas. This is a sizable, full-bodied wine with leather, lively fruit character and a dose of rich chocolate. It's in excellent shape and shows impressive balance and depth. Delicious to the core, with heft and noticeable oak that should lessen if given more time. Drink now–2019.",Reserva,60,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Val Sotillo 14,Red,Italy,"This is an excellent Riserva from Montalcino with rich notes of bright cherry, toast, coffee, tobacco and blackberry. Aged in big oak casks, the wine also shows elegance and harmony with a pristine, vibrant finish that lasts long on the palate.",Vigna delle Raunate Riserva,75,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2004 Vigna delle Raunate Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2004-vigna-delle-raunate-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Mocali 14.8,White,US,"This very fine Chardonnay has a stony, minerally component, like a lick of cold steel. That vibrancy leads to rich pineapple and green apple purée flavors, enriched with cinnamon spices, toasty oak and creamy lees. It's a complex, elegantly dry wine that will pick up bottle nuances over the next 2–3 years.",Red Point,55,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2008 Red Point Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2008-red-point-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stonestreet 14.4,White,US,"Quite oaky, with vanilla and caramelized meringue notes dominating, but underneath is a dry, crisp Chardonnay of enormous size. It's minerally, with a rich vein of pineapples and mangoes. Decant for a while, and don't serve too cold.",Gravel Bench,55,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2008 Gravel Bench Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2008-gravel-bench-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stonestreet ,Red,US,"Full and rich, this seductive wine, crafted by Tony Rynders, has a little extra in terms of fruit, impact and finishing power. Ripe strawberry, cola, sweet hay, nougat and a penetrating midpalate that is concentrated but not jammy. The finish seems to gather strength, and resonates beautifully for several minutes after you swallow.",Serendipity,65,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2008 Serendipity Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2008-serendipity-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Le Cadeau 13.5,White,Austria,"From vineyards at 1500 feet, this has a cool mountain feel to it. The minerality, flint and acidity are major elements in this wonderfully crisp-textured wine, spiced with pepper and salt.",Wachstum Bodenstein Smaragd,60,93,Wachau,,,Prager 2009 Wachstum Bodenstein Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2009-wachstum-bodenstein-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Prager 13,White,Austria,"Elegantly perfumed wine, its steely acidity sheathed in bright white currant and green apple crispness. This is an infant, needing many years to develop, although it is already beautifully balanced.",Pfaffenberg Reserve,35,93,Kremstal,,,Rainer Wess 2009 Pfaffenberg Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2009-pfaffenberg-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Rainer Wess 13.5,White,Austria,"Powerful, creamy wine with intense spice, quince and lychee flavors, the acidity coming slowly through but never very apparent. Richness, concentration, with aging potenial.",Loibenberg,35,93,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2009 Loibenberg Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2009-loibenberg-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Rainer Wess 13,White,Austria,"Brilliant, fresh wine, crisp and showing rich fruit that bursts out of the glass. It has fresh-cut grass aromas, green fruits, a hint of pepper and the brightest acidity.",Höhereck Smaragd,48,93,Wachau,,,Schmelz 2008 Höhereck Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmelz-2008-hohereck-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Schmelz 14.8,Red,US,"Quite a beautiful Zinfandel. It takes Dry Creek's briary fruit and lifts it, although the wine retains a peppery, brambly character. Blended with Petite Sirah, Carignane and Mataro (Mourvèdre), it's rich in wild raspberry, cherry, sweet cured tobacco, anise and sandalwood flavors, with a squeeze of orange essence.",Bernier-Sibary Vineyard,39,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dutcher Crossing 2008 Bernier-Sibary Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutcher-crossing-2008-bernier-sibary-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Dutcher Crossing 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a super modern and pleasurable Brunello Riserva with soft, sweet aromas of cherry, chocolate and vanilla bean. The texture is rich and smooth and the tannins are fine and extremely polished.",Riserva Gualto,107,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2004 Riserva Gualto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2004-riserva-gualto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Camigliano 14.5,Red,Italy,"This full, plump and generous Cabernet Sauvignon offers loads of ripe fruit, smoothness and intensity. If you love rich, sun-filled red wines from Tuscany, this is a perfect choice. In the mouth, you get firm tannins and bright cherry flavors on the close. Excellent.",Pietradonice,110,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casanova di Neri 2006 Pietradonice Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2006-pietradonice-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Casanova di Neri ,Red,Spain,"More muscular and dark than its sibling Celia, with rich, jammy, sweet aromas of mocha and baked berries. It's an oaky style that works due to the wine's massive concentration and structure. It flows easily with no coarseness or roughness. Excellent and cut from the modern mold. Drink now–2018.",Ines,125,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vizcarra 2006 Ines (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vizcarra-2006-ines-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Vizcarra 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet. Dark, dry and elegantly structured, it has classic Napa tannins and is nicely trimmed in acidity. The flavors are complex and delicious, suggesting ripe blackberries, black currants and cedar. Drink now–2015.",Estate,60,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Ghost Block 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-block-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ghost Block 14.5,Red,Italy,"Compared to past vintages, this Riserva embodies a lighter, more elegant style. Aromas are delivered in a direct and vertical manner and include cherry, red currant, chocolate and shadings of exotic spice. In the mouth, this wine shows enormous intensity, but also harmony and balance.",Riserva,140,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fuligni 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Fuligni 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged and sophisticated, this hearty and concentrated Brunello offers ripe tones of blackberry, plum and prune along with subdued nuances of toast and exotic spice. There's great personality and dimension here with medium body and a fresh, berry-driven finish.",Altero,110,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2005 Altero (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2005-altero-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Poggio Antico 14.2,Red,US,"A tremendous Syrah that shows how the Highlands aren't just for Pinot Noir. Dry and peppery, it has big tannins and crisp acidity framing blackberry, black currant, blueberry and dark, unsweetened chocolate flavors. Impresses for richness, complexity and power. Now–2013.",,27,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2007 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2007,Novy 14.3,Red,US,"Beautiful Syrah, dry, tannic and elegant, with a most pleasurable mouthfeel. Feels full-bodied and chewy, with blackberry, black currant, leather and tobacco flavors, finished in a swirl of Indian spices. Novy is really at the top of their Syrah game.",Simpson Vineyard,29,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Novy 2007 Simpson Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-simpson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Novy 13,White,France,"Rich and sweet, very soft in texture, a wine that is beautifully ripe and broad. It has a dry core of toast, pepper, with raisins and a final hint of acidity.",Kessler Grand Cru,24,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2006 Kessler Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2006-kessler-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2006,Domaines Schlumberger 14,Red,Italy,"Talenti's Riserva Brunello is a beautiful wine on all levels. There's intensity and purity here with blackberry notes that blend with mineral and light shadings of smoke and spice. The wine ends with power and determination and a very long, spicy finish.",Pian di Conte Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Talenti 2004 Pian di Conte Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-2004-pian-conte-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Talenti 14,Red,Italy,"The bouquet opens to sophisticated aromas of dried fruit, spice, smoke, tar and licorice. This is an austere and elegant wine that should be served with the highest quality red meat. In the mouth, it delivers complexity and elegance more than brawn or power.",Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Sesta 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sesta-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenuta di Sesta 14,Red,Italy,"Produced by vintner Patrizia Cencioni, this Brunello Riserva is plump and succulent with loads of black fruit, new leather, moist tobacco, wet earth and wild mushroom. You'll love the intensity and the mouthfeel, which is tonic but firm at the same time.",Riserva 123,84,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Solaria 2004 Riserva 123 (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaria-2004-riserva-123-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Solaria 13,White,Austria,"Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) is rare in the Wachau. In the hands of Rudi Pichler, you find a wine that tastes of the apricots for which the Wachau is also famous. This is delicious wine, rounded and ripe, packed with luscious fruit and acidity.",Wösendorfer Kollmutz Smaragd,43,93,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2008 Wösendorfer Kollmutz Smaragd Weissburgunder (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2008-wosendorfer-kollmutz-smaragd-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-wachau/,Weissburgunder,2008,Rudi Pichler 14.8,White,US,"After many years of cult stardom, Shafer's Red Shoulder Ranch still rules. It performs the difficult feat of combining powerful richness with dry elegance. The pineapple, Meyer lemon and kaffir lime flavors are undergirded with a steely mineralty, while oak and lees add rich tiers of interest. The 2008 is tarter than usual, making it a good foil against lobster risotto or grilled salmon with a tropical fruit salsa topping.",Red Shoulder Ranch,48,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 2008 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2008-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Shafer 14.1,White,US,"A worthy white wine to stand beside the winery's estate red. Made from a single vineyard, it's absolutely dry and brilliantly crisp in acidity, with subtle, complex flavors of white peach, citrus fruits, minerals and white flowers. A touch of oak adds the perfect note of toast. Very fancy and upscale.",Samantha's Estate,24,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lancaster 2009 Samantha's Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-2009-samanthas-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lancaster 14.8,Red,US,"Great Zinfandel, showing Dry Creek Valley at its best. The wine is dry and super-spicy, with complex, succulent wild berry, currant, licorice, bacon and pepper flavors, and just a touch of superripe raisins on the finish. Really notable for the quality of its fine tannins.",Limited Production,25,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Magistrate 2007 Limited Production Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magistrate-2007-limited-production-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Magistrate 14.5,Red,Italy,"After long anticipation, we are happy to see this gorgeous Brunello on the market. The wine is sure to gain enormous success: the packaging is the essence of Italian style and the wine itself shows the highest level of quality. Rich and opulent aromas of cherry, blackberry, spice and leather abound and the wine shows enormous length on the finish.",Luce,94,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Luce della Vite 2005 Luce (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luce-della-vite-2005-luce-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Luce della Vite 13,White,Austria,"The first release of this field blend from the Zwerithaler vineyard. It gives spice, smooth acidity, fashioned by an explosion of pineapple, tarragon and orange zest, all giving delicious freshness. Age for five years or more. Screwcap.",Weissenkirchner Zwerithaler,35,93,Wachau,,,Tegernseerhof 2008 Weissenkirchner Zwerithaler White (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tegernseerhof-2008-weissenkirchner-zwerithaler-white-wachau/,White Blend,2008,Tegernseerhof 15.1,Red,US,"A wonderful Cabernet, rich and dry. The alcohol is fairly high, but in keeping with the wine's power. The fruity blackberry and currant flavors are balanced by refreshingly earthy notes of olives and sweet herbs. Should develop through 2013.",Haystack Vineyard,50,93,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Trinchero 2007 Haystack Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-haystack-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trinchero 14,Red,Spain,"Among the world's bruising, full-bodied wines, Torre Muga is a flag bearer. This vintage offers cola, pepper, coffee and sweet blackberry fruit aromas, and the palate is tannic, acidic, grabby and full of life. Flavors of blackberry, dark plum and spice are pure as they come, with espresso on the finish. Let this sit another few years to allow the fierce tannins to mellow; best 2012–2017.",Torre Muga,94,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2006 Torre Muga (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2006-torre-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Muga 13.5,Red,Italy,"Beautifully intense and generous. this Riserva Brunello from Frescobaldi's Castelgioconda estate boasts a modern, determined style. Aromas here include black cherry, chocolate, tobacco and spice. In the mouth, this wine is rich, smooth and very persistent.",Castelgiocondo Riserva Ripe al Convento,120,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2004 Castelgiocondo Riserva Ripe al Convento (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2004-castelgiocondo-riserva-ripe-al-convento-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Altesino produces some of our favorite Brunello and although this vintage of Montosoli is less overt than others, the winemakers have worked hard to craft a top shelf expression from this sun-kissed territory. There's enormous depth and persistency here with aromas of black fruit, spice and cherry cola. It's smooth, rich and long lasting.",Montosoli,100,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2005 Montosoli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2005-montosoli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Altesino ,White,US,"You will find great concentration in this fruit, a beguiling play of citrus, grapefruit, peach, apricot and light tropical. It's infused with a resinous streak that complements the fruit and lifts the midpalate. Sugars and acids are in perfect counterpoint—it's close to dry but with such richness that it could take on spicy Asian fare.",Lewis Estate Vineyard,22,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2008 Lewis Estate Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2008-lewis-estate-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Dunham 14,Red,Italy,"Il Palazzone's 2004 Riserva exhibits nicely aged aromas of dried currants, spice, leather, tar, Indian spice, pressed violets and cassis. There's excellent intensity and complexity here and the wine closes long with lingering layers of spice and smoke.",Riserva,140,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Palazzone 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzone-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Il Palazzone 15.5,White,France,"Decadently rich and slightly alcoholic, this is a wine for a moment of self-indulgence. There's loads of spicy intensity and a smoky undertone that creates a sense of mystery plus a lush finish of crushed flowers and quince paste that caps off the impression of intrigue. Try with cured meats.",Herrenweg De Turckheim,55,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Herrenweg De Turckheim Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-herrenweg-turckheim-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a standout Brunello Riserva thanks to the smoothness and richness of its inviting aromas. The bouquet includes elements of cherry, chocolate fudge and soft plum and prune. Nothing is out of tune and the wine is equally harmonious and tasty on the finish.",Riserva,138,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Conti Costanti 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-costanti-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Conti Costanti 13.5,White,Austria,"Full in the mouth, packed with spice along with tight acidity, white fruit juice and a lively edge of acidity. This is an impressively rich wine that preserves the tension of Wachau Grüner.",Achleiten Smaragd,60,94,Wachau,,,Prager 2009 Achleiten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2009-achleiten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Prager 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a particularly elegant wine that emphasizes harmonious aromas of black fruit, spice and polished mineral. Poggio Antico is an excellent producer and this Riserva shows the best of Montalcino tradition.",Riserva,178,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Poggio Antico 13.5,White,France,"With a few years' aging, this is beginning to show its almond and toast side. The fresh acidity is now melding beautifully into a soft, ripe texture with layers of spice and acidity. Certainly worth aging further.",Kessler Grand Cru,36,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Kessler Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-kessler-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 14,Red,Italy,"Cupano has impressed with its entire line of Tuscan wines this year. Made with organically farmed fruit, this wine offers thick concentration, a velvety texture and bright aromas of cherry and spice. It's one of the most opulent Brunellos we've seen this vintage.",,140,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cupano 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupano-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Cupano 13,White,Austria,"So steely and mineral-driven, this is an intensely crisp wine, with concentrated fresh apple flavors over a texture that shows pear skins and orange zest. Acidity and spice combine on the finish.",Steinertal Smaragd,62,94,Wachau,,,Alzinger 2008 Steinertal Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alzinger-2008-steinertal-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Alzinger 14,Red,Italy,"Soft, supple and persistent, this gorgeous Riserva Brunello offers intensity and genuine territorial characteristics. Aromas include cherry cola, spice and loads of balsam notes such as eucalyptus and menthol. It's tight and determined in the mouth and this impression is reinforced by fresh acidity and silky tannins.",Riserva,97,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Caparzo ,Red,Spain,"Sensational RdD Reserva with dry, smoky, elegant aromas and then a super-juicy, fresh, finely etched palate with composed cola, cherry, raspberry and more. This wine exhibits merit after merit; it's complex yet easy to like. Really excellent for the money. Drink 2011–2018.",Reserva,54,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-2006-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Pago de los Capellanes 14,Red,Italy,"La Fiorita Riserva shows excellent intensity and generosity with full notes of blackberry, cherry, spice, cigar box and smoke. The wine is big, thick and succulent and the finish lasts many long, delicious minutes. Very nice.",Riserva,84,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fiorita 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiorita-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Fiorita 15,White,US,"Ultrarich, an oily, unctuous wine offering tiers of pineapples, pears, limes and mangoes, enriched with sweet, smoky oak. Made in the superripe California style, yet always retains a crisp, dry elegance.",Lower Rim,55,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2008 Lower Rim Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2008-lower-rim-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stonestreet 15.8,Red,Australia,"Remarkably well balanced for a wine at nearly 16% alcohol, this is also quite fragrant and complex, boasting an array of scents ranging from slightly mushroomy, savory notes through dried flowers and baking spices. The texture is wonderfully lush and supple, while the flavors add fruit sweetness to the savory components. Long on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Chateau Chateau Pergola Blewitt Springs,67,94,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,R Wines 2007 Chateau Chateau Pergola Blewitt Springs Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-chateau-chateau-pergola-blewitt-springs-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2007,R Wines 14.5,White,France,"Pretty and delicately spicy, with notes of dried fruit and Asian pear. There's a core of bright acidity here, noticeable despite the high level of residual sugar, that makes for a refreshing finish. A great choice for Dim Sum.",Gueberschwihr,48,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Gueberschwihr Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-gueberschwihr-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in tannins, with a mouthfeel like you're chewing on sandpaper. Yet this Bordeaux blend is very rich in fruit, with a solid core of blackberries, black currants, anise and violets, sweetened with toast oak. Decant this classy Bordeaux Blend for a few hours before serving.",,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2007 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2007,Trinchero 14.2,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, a Merlot that's the opposite of softly luxurious. But it's extremely elegant with its cherry, red currant and bitter cherryskin flavors, and shows true complexity throughout. Just cries out for a fine steak, in a brown butter, soft cheese and garlic sauce.",Chicken Ranch Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Trinchero 2007 Chicken Ranch Vineyard Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-chicken-ranch-vineyard-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2007,Trinchero 14.5,Red,Australia,"From vines planted more than a century ago, this is dark-fruited Grenache that features hints of mint or camphor alongside ample spice. It's full bodied and supple-textured, round in the mouth without being overblown, finally finishing with a touch of alcoholic warmth. Seems ready to go now–2015.",Les Amis,180,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2006 Les Amis Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2006-amis-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2006,Torbreck 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe berry fruit and plump tones of cherry liqueur, blackberry and cassis open the nose of this dark and concentrated Brunello. There's also a hint of wet earth or wild mushroom and the wine is rich and smooth on the finish, with tart cherry flavors.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Bonacchi 14.7,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir notable for the purity of its structure. Shows really polished tannins and crisp coastal acidity, as well as a fine coating of smoky oak. It all frames flavors of cherries and raspberries. Could be a little more concentrated, but it's a pretty wine.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,48,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2008 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2008-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sojourn ,Red,US,"For those who value a totally natural, biodynamic, unfiltered wine, this is it. The neck of the bottle is lined with purple sediment that is almost psychedelic it's so intense. The wine is fermented with native yeasts, and it's a scrapey, authentic beast of a Grenache, with 15% Syrah in the blend, and it takes no prisoners. Grapey, full-throttle, deep and concentrated, with blueberries and plums, boysenberries and kirsch, it invites both contemplation and hedonistic pleasure.",Grenache 74,27,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2008 Grenache 74 Grenache (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2008-grenache-74-southern-applegate-valley/,Grenache,2008,Cowhorn 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2007 Clarendon is in a more feminine, approachable style than Roman Bratasiuk's other 2007 Grenaches, featuring dried spices, watermelon and cherry aromas and fine—almost delicate—tannins. Cherry-berry flavors finish with hints of cinnamon and clove. Drink now–2015.",Clarendon,45,90,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Clarendon Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-clarendon-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2007,Clarendon Hills ,Red,Spain,"For an '07, this shows nice fruit and a direct, honest approach. The nose offers up spice and berry aromas along with some buttery oak, and that creamy woodiness carries onto the palate and blends well with juicy, crisp red fruit flavors that are representative of the vintage and region. Drink now–2014.",Crianza,,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Carmelo Rodero 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-rodero-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Carmelo Rodero ,White,US,"A fragrant burst of pear blossom, citrus, melon and green apple aromas lead into similar flavors. Elegant and spicy, this nicely captures the fleshiness of Oregon Pinot Gris. About 10% was finished in oak barrels, the rest in stainless.",,16,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Seven Hills 2009 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"Smooth and fruity, this seductive wine is front-loaded with pretty cherry fruit. It shows a little herb and loam in the midpalate, and that pretty fruit fades away gently, leaving a harmonious, give-me-another-sip aftertaste.",Piedmont Estate,44,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2008 Piedmont Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2008-piedmont-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vista Hills ,White,US,"From organically grown grapes, this is for acid lovers. Tart to the point of sour, with lemony fruit and a mouth-puckering presence, it rocks with goat cheeses, and cuts through cream sauces. Super penetration and length.",,15,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2009 Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2009,Thistle 14,Red,Italy,"Elegant and refined with small aromatic pulses of cherry, violets and white mushroom, this wine is very true to the Sangiovese variety. The mouthfeel is light and thin and there's a truly feminine nature to this expression of Brunello.",,60,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tassi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tassi 14.5,Red,US,"Good and complex in cherry, raspberry, orange zest and vanilla oak flavors that finish deep and long in a dusty swirl of Indian spices. A very nice Pinot Noir, although it's pretty sharp in zingy acidity. Give it a few hours of decanting before serving.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,48,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2008-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sojourn 13,Red,France,"Floral and inviting, with classic aromas of game, pepper, violets and berry fruits. It shows full concentration, with a plush fabric and solid flavors of black fruit, olive, spice and clove. Not overly complex or elevated; more of a solid worker wine with talent and very good quality.",,99,89,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Michel & Stéphane Ogier 2007 Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-stephane-ogier-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Michel & Stéphane Ogier 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a thick, powerful and sweet-smelling expression of Merlot from Montalcino with ripe aromas of cherry, blackberry and Indian spice. The density is thick and opulent and the succulent tannins give the wine even more heft and dimension in the mouth.",Mantus,45,89,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Máté 2006 Mantus Merlot (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2006-mantus-merlot-santantimo/,Merlot,2006,Máté 11.9,White,US,"Crisp and refreshing with notes of grated ginger, white flowers and cantaloupe. This dry Riesling balances peachy fruit flavors with a steely backbone of slate and lime, tart acidity and a pleasantly long finish. Lovely all around.",Dry,16,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Swedish Hill 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swedish-hill-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Swedish Hill ,Red,Spain,"Alconte is the new second wine from Montecastro, but it doesn't take a back seat to anything. It's powerful juice, with a strong mineral/floral element on the bouquet. Aged only a year in oak, it maintains a crisp, charred character and shows tight raspberry flavors, chocolate and pepper. Features all the right stuff for a debut wine from a strained vintage.",Alconte,23,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montecastro 2007 Alconte (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecastro-2007-alconte-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Montecastro ,White,US,"Even better than the excellent 2008 Acrobat, this ups the alcohol to about 13% and gives the impression of dryness, though there might be a trace of residual sugar. In any event, it's loaded with pretty pear fruit flavor, lightly dusted with cinnamon spice, and fills the mouth with its body and gentle hint of spritz. A fine summer sipper.",,12,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Acrobat 2009 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acrobat-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,Acrobat 14.5,Red,France,"Super-ripe black plums and blackberries with attractive woodsy forest floor savory notes. bright juicy flavors of raspberry, mocha, clove and creamy toffee. Smooth, creamy texture but with firm grip to the tannins and a long savory earthy finish. Has nice complexity.",Les Valats Rasteau,23,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2007 Les Valats Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2007-valats-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Alain Jaume et Fils 13.9,Red,US,"A rich, dry wine, soft and velvety in tannins. It feels satisfying all the way through. Not super-big in fruit, but nuanced, offering layers of blackberries, currants, dark chocolate, herbs, leather and pepper. One of the finer Syrahs to come out of the Sierra Foothills this year. Ready now.",,21,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Kendric 2007 Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendric-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2007,Kendric 13,White,France,"Attractively perfumed Riesling, its fresh acidity matched by white currant fruits and a tight edge of minerality. Good, crisp final brightness.",Steinklotz Grand Cru,25,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2007 Steinklotz Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2007-steinklotz-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Helfrich ,White,US,"A light, almost delicate wine, with pretty pear fruit and a hint of sweetness. The balance is just right, and the wine shows some added flair as it wraps into a finish that seems to gather strength while adding floral and lightly honeyed highlights.",,18,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,LaVelle 14,Red,Italy,This is the kind of Rosso di Montalcino you could pair with seasoned pork or chicken curry. It has the heft and substance to stand up to those spicy foods and offers loads of fresh fruit intensity on the close.,,28,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenuta Il Poggione 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-il-poggione-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta Il Poggione ,White,US,"A beautifully rendered, light and detailed Oregon Pinot Gris, this is redolent of spring flowers and citrus peel, flavored with an elegant blend of pineapple, Asian pear, jicama and white pepper. Very fresh and spicy.",,16,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Rex Hill 14,Red,France,"Now owned by Guigal, this bottling should be fairly easy to find in the United States, with 35,000 cases imported. Its dense, youthful purple color presages intense aromas of jammy black and red berry fruit, while gamy notes, black olives and dried herbs add complexity. The blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Carignan is long and smooth on the finish, with supple tannins and just the right grip.",,13,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vidal-Fleury 2007 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2007-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Vidal-Fleury ,Red,US,"Thistle makes a spicy, herbal, earthy style of Pinot Noir, so don't look for sweet, ripe, jammy flavors. The fruit tastes like the tart, wild berries of the Northwest, and it's backed with tart acidity and chewy tannins. But the concentration, focus and detail of the wine elevate it, and it persists in the mouth far longer than you anticipate.",,24,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2007 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thistle 14,Red,Italy,"This well-aged Brunello shows a brownish hue in its ruby coloring and exhibits aromas of dried currants, licorice, cola, balsam and ground white pepper. This expression has more heft and determination in the mouth (compared to other Brunellos from the 2005 vintage) and lasts long on the palate.",,49,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,SassodiSole 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassodisole-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,SassodiSole 14.6,Red,US,"A lovely wine, charming and complex. Shows how well this blend works for Eberle in Paso Robles, especially in a good vintage. Soft and lush, the wine is rich in blackberries and spices. Drinks well now, and should hold for some years.",,29,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2007-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Eberle 14,White,France,"Biodynamic since 1969, François Meyer's wines show great purity of fruit. This Gewürztraminer has balanced spice, mango and lychee flavor, structured into shape by a good touch of pear juice acidity.",,22,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Eugène Meyer 2008 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-eugene-meyer-2008-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Domaine Eugène Meyer 14.5,White,US,"Drier and earthier than many other Chardonnays, this one is easy to drink and food friendly. It shows oak-inspired flavors of pineapples and vanilla, with a creamy, leesy texture. Nice with poached salmon with roasted new potatoes on a summer evening.",Reserve,20,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Concannon 13.5,White,US,"This is a delicious, balanced Sauvignon Blanc that's the equal of many wines costing much more, which makes it a great value. It features lemon and lime flavors made richer by notes of pineapples and honeysuckle. Entirely unoaked, it's a great cocktail sipper.",,12,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2009 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2009,Dry Creek Vineyard 13.5,White,Spain,"Yellowing to the eye, with waxy vanilla aromas along with toasty lemon and apple scents. For an '07 it's hanging in well even if it's creamy and rich, with banana and lemon cream pie flavors. Best to drink now; 70% Viura and 30% Malvasia.",Allende,36,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 2007 Allende White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-2007-allende-white-rioja/,White Blend,2007,Finca Allende 12.5,White,Austria,"Very mineral in character, this is an elegant and crisp wine. The perfumes are a vivid balance to the fresh green fruits, with a light layer of acidity. Screwcap.",Rohrendorfer Gebling,23,89,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2009 Rohrendorfer Gebling Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2009-rohrendorfer-gebling-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Felsner 14,Red,Spain,"A wine that reflects its northern Ribera location (Sotillo) through zesty, pointed aromas and some gritty char and minerality. The nose shows plenty of solid oak, chocolate and spice, and in the mouth the acids are a bit sharp and thus the wine is kind of spiky and angular. Still, it's a very nice RDD, just not as generous as it could or should be. Drink now–2019.",Gran Reserva,70,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2004 Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Felix Callejo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Toasty notes of almond and walnut are followed by black fruit, cherry and cassis. The wine is bright, sharp and cleansing in the mouth with tonic acidity and a compact feel overall.",,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tiezzi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiezzi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tiezzi 13.9,Red,US,"A little extra time in the bottle has yielded a softly attractive Cabernet filled with lush flavors. It has complex tiers of raspberries, cherries and tobacco, with gentle tannins and a light, spicy touch of sandalwood. Pretty and polished now.",Limited Production,29,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Magistrate 2006 Limited Production Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magistrate-2006-limited-production-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Magistrate 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a plump and rich aromatic expression from the 2005 vintage with spicy oak tones that are woven within the wine's natural fabric of cherry and black fruit. However, in the mouth the wine is lightweight and lean with a tannic dusting at the end.",,41,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fattoi 13,White,Austria,"On the fresh side, with some rich texture, this is a finely balanced wine. Smooth flavors of pear, mango and ginger go with grapefruit acidity.",Loibner Klostersatz,17,89,Wachau,,,Pichler-Krutzler 2008 Loibner Klostersatz Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pichler-krutzler-2008-loibner-klostersatz-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Pichler-Krutzler ,Red,US,"Rogue Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has yet to carve out any sort of reputation for itself, and has been prone to herbaceous, even vegetal fruit with aggressively rough tannins. Winemaker Jonathan Oberlander has gone a ways toward taming them, rounding out the fruit, and crafting a complete and satisfying wine. Its best feature is the nose, complex, varietal and tightly laced. The mix of dried herb, black olive, smoke and cassis fills in the midpalate with Bordeaux-like authority.",,27,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,J. Scott Cellars 14.5,White,France,"Sweet, rich wine, powerful ripe pear and melon flavors spiced with ginger and an opulent full texture. The wine lets its perfumed character get away with itself, but it's exuberant for a moment.",Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru,50,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2005 Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2005-altenberg-bergheim-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Gustave Lorentz 14.8,White,US,"Shows rich, forward pineapple tart and crème brûlée flavors that are satisfying and dry. Delicious and spicy, although it's just a bit sharp. Drink now.",,29,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Groth 14.5,Red,Australia,"The Ironstone Pressings features enough rough edges at this stage to think it will benefit from a few years of cellaring. The tart cherry notes are angular, the tannins a bit chunky, but tea leaf and spice notes provide ample complexity. Try in 2013.",The Ironstone Pressings,65,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Ironstone Pressings G-S-M (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-ironstone-pressings-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-mclaren-vale/,G-S-M,2007,D'Arenberg 13.5,Red,Italy,This Brunello represents the 2005 vintage perfectly. The wine is not dense or over-concentrated and the aromas are bright and polished. Everything comes in moderation. Pair this wine with lean cuts of red meat on the grill.,,65,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanuova delle Cerbaie 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanuova-delle-cerbaie-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Casanuova delle Cerbaie 12.5,White,Spain,"Delicious and ready to drink. The nose brims with lemon peel, minerality, saline and natural vanilla. In the mouth, it's healthy and ready to go, with citrusy lead flavors along with requisite green apple. Still fresh and crisp despite having been released a year ago. A wine to enjoy immediately.",,16,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Dom Bardo 2008 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dom-bardo-2008-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Dom Bardo 13,Red,France,"Attractive and seductive, with floral berry aromas mixing with notes of sour plum, light oak, sous bois and spice. The palate is fairly full and creamy, and overall this is a really nice, functional, solid wine just enough heft, toast, butter to qualify as ""modern."" Made with 5% Viognier.",La Germine,70,89,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Duclaux 2007 La Germine (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-duclaux-2007-germine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Duclaux 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, full-bodied wine, but it's rather heavy now. Brings a wave of blackberries, black currants and chocolate into the mouth, and then sort of sinks down into an inertia of tannins. It's not ready to drink now, but it does have a fancy overall balance, including the oak appliqué. Give it a good 4–5 years in the cellar, but it's probably not for the long haul.",Napanook,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2007 Napanook Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2007-napanook-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Dominus 13,White,Austria,"While it has a rounded, rich texture, the wine also has just the right amount of freshness, allied to a pinch of spice. Yellow fruits, sprinkled with pepper, are given a firm lift of acidity.",Terrassen Smaragd,26,89,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Terrassen Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-terrassen-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Domäne Wachau 12.5,White,France,"Finely perfumed wine, with all the right crisp, steely character of Riesling. It has bright white fruit flavors, intense initial acidity that broadens out into a fine, complex wine. Worth aging 3–4 years.",Les Princes Abbés,20,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2008 Les Princes Abbés Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2008-les-princes-abbes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Domaines Schlumberger 12,White,France,"Soft and smooth, showing almonds, a touch of toast, the fruit calm, showing slowly in the riper texture of the wine. Acidity comes through as a final bite.",Mandelberg Grand Cru,19,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2008 Mandelberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2008-mandelberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Domaine Specht 14.3,Red,US,"This wine has the magic mix of vanilla, tobacco and cherry that many consumers (and critics) love. It's a seductive Cabernet from an excellent Walla Walla vineyard, with a little bit of Yakima Valley Merlot blended in. With more time it may flesh out and show better depth to the fruit, but it's quite enjoyable as is.",Wild Sky,30,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Zero One Vintners 2007 Wild Sky Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2007-wild-sky-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Zero One Vintners 15,White,France,"Very aromatic, as Muscat is prone to be. The nose offers a blend of kitchen cleanser (Fantastik), orange blossom and candied citrus peel. It's full and sweet from head to toe, with flavors of honey, spice, orange marmalade and banana. A little bit of heat and alcohol rises up on the finish, evidence of its 15% abv.",,19,89,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Vidal-Fleury 2008 Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2008-muscat-blanc-a-petit-grain-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains,2008,Vidal-Fleury 12.5,White,Austria,"This bright wine bursts with crisp acidity as well as layered pear and apple fruits. It is already a delicious wine, its vivid texture a foil to the edge of spice. Screwcap.",Senftenberger Piri,25,89,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2009 Senftenberger Piri Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-senftenberger-piri-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Nigl 14.6,Red,US,"Made in the Nickel & Nickel style, which is very dry and considerably more tannic than its peers in Napa Valley, this Merlot needs some time in the cellar to shed its astringency and let the cherries blossom. The vineyard is in a cooler, southerly part of the valley.",Suscol Ranch,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2007 Suscol Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2007-suscol-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Nickel & Nickel 14.5,Red,Australia,"Mixed aromas of vanilla, Christmas spices and brandied black cherries give an almost dessert-like impression, although the wine is technically dry. The texture is creamy and luxurious, and the wine is very easy to drink despite its considerable weight, balanced by a tart edge of acid on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Luchador,19,89,South Australia,South Australia,,R Wines 2007 Luchador Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-luchador-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2007,R Wines 14.5,Red,France,"Fairly pronounced nose of spicy, bramble fruit, leather, coffee, mocha and fine herbs. Extracted, full-bodied, tannic with complex flavors of baked forest fruits, sweet spice, clove and savory gamy notes. Harmonious, long and spicy. One panel member disliked a noted barnyard aroma.",Réserve Les Griottes,20,89,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2007 Réserve Les Griottes Syrah (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2007-reserve-griottes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-luberon/,Syrah,2007,Château Val Joanis 11,Dessert,France,"Toffee and rich spice give this wine its concentrated flavors. It has intensity rather than weight, soft and smooth with final caramel and light acidity.",Cuvée Ernest Sélection des Grains Nobles,,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Cuvée Ernest Sélection des Grains Nobles Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-cuvee-ernest-selection-grains-nobles-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 15.5,White,France,"This is undeniably a concentrated wine offering a complex set of very appealing aromas and flavors (singed grapefruit peel, honey, caramel). However, it is a bit out of balance at 15.5% alcohol and finishes shorter than one has a right to expect in this triple-digit price range. It's starting to show some development and will probably not improve, so best to drink up soon.",Wintzenheim Hengst Grand Cru,110,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Wintzenheim Hengst Grand Cru Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-wintzenheim-hengst-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 15.5,Red,Italy,This Brunello Riserva offers wood-driven notes of spice and smoke backed by ripe fruit and blackberry preserves. It is sweet and rich in the mouth with loads of jammy fruit on the close.,Vigna Fontelontano Riserva,85,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collemattoni 2004 Vigna Fontelontano Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemattoni-2004-vigna-fontelontano-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Collemattoni 12,White,US,"There's lots of zing in this lush, fresh wine with ripe pineapple, melon and peach aromas. Tart tangerine notes meld gorgeously with a bitter lime peel finish, giving added complexity to this intensely concentrated although not quite “dry” Riesling.",Dry,19,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Belhurst 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Belhurst ,White,US,"Pressed directly to barrel prior to fermentation, it's dusty and fragrant, capturing the higher acidity of the vintage, and some underlying minerality. This 2008 does not have the ripe peachiness of the previous year, but the citrus/pineapple fruit makes an excellent food wine, stylish and affordable.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Tamarack Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"An enormously fruity wine whose main appeal is its vast array of flavor. Cherries, raspberries, red currants, licorice, Dr. Pepper cola and milk chocolate flood the mouth, offset by crisp acidity and accented with sweet oak. Best now for its soft deliciousness.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sierra Madre 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-madre-2008-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sierra Madre 14.4,Red,US,"Nothing subtle about this big, fruity, tannic wine. It's bone dry and the tannins are soft and dusty, in the Rutherford way, but definitely there. They add an astringency to the black currant, mushu plum sauce and cedar flavors. Quite good, in the manner of previous vintages, but needs time. Best after 2011.",Usibeli Vineyard,30,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sanctuary 2006 Usibeli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctuary-2006-usibeli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sanctuary ,Red,US,"Scents of dark chocolate greet you immediately; woven into the palate are delicate, feminine Pinot Noir fruit flavors. The overall impression is light and elegant, a mix of berries and wafer-thin chocolate. It's a pleasure to find more and more Oregon producers moving to lower alcohol (here 13%), more elegant Pinots.",,20,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Spindrift Cellars ,White,US,"Winemaker Rich Cushman notes that this is a “field blend” of Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc from this vineyard's single bearing acre. It is a delightful wine, and the three grapes all contribute to the mixed scents of grass, citrus and melon; and the fresh fruit flavors that run to cool green and yellow fruits and berries. A nice finish suggests fresh-cut cantaloupe.",Allegre Vineyard Verona White Blend,14,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Viento 2009 Allegre Vineyard Verona White Blend White (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-2009-allegre-vineyard-verona-white-blend-other-columbia-gorge-or/,White Blend,2009,Viento ,Red,US,"Organically grown, this fruit is from the estate vineyard in the Chehalem Mountains. Old vine elegance and subtlety are much in evidence, even in this bottling from a difficult, rain-soaked vintage. It's a delicate wine that nonetheless offers persistent, complex flavors: strawberry and sour cherry, dried Italian herbs and a finishing lick of chocolate.",Jacob-Hart Vineyard,52,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2007 Jacob-Hart Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2007-jacob-hart-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Rex Hill 14,Red,Italy,"Renieri's newest Brunello offers perfumed tones of church incense backed by Indian spice and red berries. The wine is bright and tonic with some sour fruit and a nice, silky feel to the tannins.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Renieri 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Renieri 12.5,White,Spain,"Lemon, apple blossom and honey aromas make for a correct, attractive bouquet. Meanwhile, the palate is typically crisp and vibrant, with cutting acids that push the pineapple and citrus flavors to a point. Long and exact on the finish, and overall there's not an ounce of flab to this streamlined white.",Abadia de San Campio,20,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2009 Abadia de San Campio Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2009-abadia-san-campio-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Terras Gauda ,Red,US,"Eola Hills Pinots often offer this sort of interesting flavors—a mix of earth, herb and forest; the red fruit is tart and the tannins hard. A wine to cellar, it already shows depth and penetration, with a darker, smoky streak in the finish.",,28,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Seven of Hearts 2008 Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Seven of Hearts 13.5,Red,Italy,"Leaner in consistency and milder in temper, this is an elegant Brunello that puts more emphasis on aromatics than it does on build and heft. It's a feminine, delicate expression with enduring notes of spice, cola and cassis on the finish.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio dell'Aquila 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-dellaquila-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Poggio dell'Aquila 14.5,Red,France,"Enticing mineral nose of crushed stones, warm earth with baked red fruit, fine herbs and a hint of wild flowers. Intense flavors of dried cherries, wild plum, clove, licorice, leather and spice prevail across the palate to a long, persistent flavorful finish. Full-bodied, round with supple tannins.",La Grangelière,24,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Pierre Amadieu 2008 La Grangelière Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-amadieu-2008-grangeliere-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Pierre Amadieu 14,Red,Italy,"Simple and straightforward aromas of red berry and mineral cap the aromatic nuances expressed in the Brunello Riserva. What the wine lacks is complexity, although it does feel rich, smooth and bright in the mouth. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Riserva,120,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Potazzine 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-potazzine-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Le Potazzine 14,Red,Italy,"This rich expression from the 2005 vintage shows some signs of aging that are evident in its brownish-garnet color and in the wine's aromas of candied fruit, dried currants, mesquite, cola and licorice. It's powerful and pleasantly intense in the mouth with bright acidity and silky tannins. Drink now.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lazzeretti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazzeretti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Lazzeretti 14.5,Red,France,"This Grenache-dominant blend is lightly herbal but quite flavorful, with coffee liquor and blackberry notes registering in the mouth. The finish shows bramble and cherry tones that are trim and elegant, garnering points for subtlety.",Les Genets Chusclan,17,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Laudun Chusclan 2007 Les Genets Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laudun-chusclan-2007-genets-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Laudun Chusclan 13,White,US,"Lightly herbal, scented with tart pear and tasting the same, this organically grown estate wine is King Estate's best Pinot Gris. Their signature bottling sets a good standard for the grape in Oregon; this elevates it with more detail, density and personality. The alcohol is a sensible 13%, allowing subtle green fruit and herb grace notes to emerge.",Domaine,25,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2008 Domaine Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2008-domaine-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,King Estate 13.5,Red,France,"After a bit of aeration, quite a complex nose emerges, with lifted plum flavors interspersed with pepper and anise spice all laid over a base of roasted meat. It manages to be both dense and juicy on the tongue with plum notes that stay lively through the finish. Drink now to 2012.",Sérine,24,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Montirius 2007 Sérine Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2007-serine-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Montirius 14.5,Red,France,"Attractive deep ruby core and youthful pink rim. Complex nose of ripe black fruit, leather, black olive, dried savory spice and gamy notes. Full-bodied, corpulent, warming and smooth. Packed with flavor; roasted meat, espresso, soft leather and baked plummy fruit. Plush lingering finish with a savory edge.",Terrasses de Montmirail,32,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2007 Terrasses de Montmirail (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2007-terrasses-montmirail-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Alain Jaume et Fils 14.5,Red,France,"Complex nose of earthy, warm forest floor, baked black fruit, raisins, prunes and roasted meat. Quite extracted on the palate but not heavy. Full-bodied, fresh and very flavorful with layers of black plum, cherry, dried fruit, chocolate, clove and spice. Supple tannins that linger on a savory finish.",Vieux Clocher,20,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Arnoux & Fils 2007 Vieux Clocher (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2007-vieux-clocher-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Arnoux & Fils 14.5,Red,Australia,"Leaving aside the suggestive name and packaging, this is a very soft, almost pillowy-tender 80% Shiraz blend, with a fair bit of complexity. It starts with scents of hickory, cedar and vanilla, adds plum and black cherry fruit, then hints at espresso and black olive on the finish. Drink now.",Playmates,22,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Fetish 2008 Playmates Shiraz-Mourvèdre (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetish-2008-playmates-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-mourvedre-barossa/,Shiraz-Mourvèdre,2008,Fetish 12.5,Rose,France,"This is a berry-scented, moderately full-bodied Provence rosé. It's ripe and round, with a soft, easy-to-drink style and a moderately long finish. Drink now.",,18,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Domaine des Diables 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-diables-2009-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2009,Domaine des Diables 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a smoky, earthy Brunello that shows sophisticated use of oak to render aromas of toast, spice and leather. There are fresh fruit nuances here as well— mainly cherry and blackberry—and the wine is bright, tonic, crisp and relatively lean on the close.",,60,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Domus Vitae 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-vitae-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Domus Vitae 14.9,Red,US,"Intricate flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries and honey-nut granola mark this deliciously dry wine, spiced with exotic cinnamon, star anise and pepper. It's very good, although it could have a firmer structure. Ready now.",Gary's Improv,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2007 Gary's Improv Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2007-garys-improv-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Clif Family 13.5,Red,France,"Generous aromas of stewed mixed berry fruit, forest floor, hickory smoke, marzipan and licorice. Herb-tinged black fruit flavors, crushed stone, earthy notes and soft leather. Medium to full bodied with sturdy tannins. Slightly narrow but focused with a moderately long finish.",Sainte-Épine,54,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 2007 Sainte-Épine (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2007-sainte-epine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,Delas Frères 14.5,Red,Australia,"The nose of this wine features some delicately lifted floral scents, but also darker notes of brandied cherries and asphalt. Give it some breathing time to let the tarry notes fade and allow the red cherry and cinnamon red-hot flavors to emerge. Finishes long, mouthwatering and just a touch warming. Drink now–2014.",The Derelict Vineyard,29,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Derelict Vineyard Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-derelict-vineyard-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2007,D'Arenberg 13,White,Spain,"Pungent, grassy and ultrafresh, with citric aromas and textbook scents of wild grass, nettles and passionfruit. The palate is similar, with passionfruit, green melon and citrus front and center. The feel is wet and flashy, and overall this is a very nice wine to match with salads, fish and the like.",Viñedos Centenarios,18,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Cuatro Rayas 2009 Viñedos Centenarios Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuatro-rayas-2009-vinedos-centenarios-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Cuatro Rayas 14,Red,France,"Enticing carob-coated cherry and mixed berry aromas make way for this decidedly juicy and fresh wine, packed with wild cherry preserve, strawberry, sweet spice and earthy notes. Full-bodied, lush and creamy texture with bright acidity and supple tannins. Persistent finish.",La Réserve Cairanne,14,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Camille Cayran 2008 La Réserve Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-cayran-2008-reserve-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Camille Cayran 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a really good example of a blended wine from Aragón. It's 50% Garnacha with 25% each Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon, and thus it is more complex and interesting than your run-of-the-mill varietal Grenache. Mellow aromas of ripe fruit and spice open things up, followed by balanced flavors of berry fruits, vanilla and cream. Easygoing and highly recommended for the price.",Crianza Selección,16,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2007 Crianza Selección Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2007-crianza-seleccion-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2007,Borsao 13.5,Red,Italy,"Compact and lean in texture, this bright Brunello offers brambly notes of wild berry, cassis, white cherry and licorice. The wine is a bit raw and thorny in places but the fresh acidity and berry flavors pull it forward.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casisano Colombaio 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casisano-colombaio-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Casisano Colombaio ,White,US,"Another fine estate-grown Pinot Gris from Vista Hills, with plenty of green apple and Bosch pear fruit, along with some light cinnamon spice. There is also a suggestion of flower in both the nose and the mouth, but overall it's a bigger wine than that, with the fruit front and center.",Flagler Estate,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2008 Flagler Estate Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2008-flagler-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2008,Vista Hills ,Red,US,"From one of the most talented winemakers in the Rogue Valley comes this red blend, which could be labeled Malbec, as that is 88% of the blend (the rest is Cabernet Franc). The varietal character comes through nicely, wrapped in toasty oak, with lovely spice highlights around raspberry and Bing cherry fruit. Lively and textural, with a hint of funk.",Red Wine,25,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Velocity 2006 Red Wine Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velocity-2006-red-wine-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Velocity 15.5,Red,Australia,"Superripe fruit, befitting a hot year, suggests early consumption may be the best option for this supple, luscious wine. There's bits of spicy, leathery complexity to go with the intense black cherry fruit. Drink now–2013.",,21,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Rocland Estate 2008 Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocland-estate-2008-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2008,Rocland Estate 15.5,Red,US,"One sip is all it takes to love this wine, if you're a Zinfandel fan. It's bone dry, silky in texture and spicy, with brambly, briary flavors of wild forest berries, red currants, tobacco and beef jerky. Feels really rich and savory, right through the long, peppery finish. And look at that price.",,15,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Side Job 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/side-job-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Side Job ,White,US,"The smooth, silky, satiny nose erupts with layers of lemon, lime, tangerine and melon. The pretty, slightly waxy mouthfeel is not unctuous but has good body, precise definition, and no jagged edges. The alcohol stays under 14%, and the finish is round and persistent.",Talcott Vineyard,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2009 Talcott Vineyard Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2009-talcott-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Seven Hills 15.5,Red,Australia,"Rather subdued in fruit on the nose, showing more vanilla and toast, but this really expands on the palate, delivering great fruit sweetness and nuance in a harmoniously round, supple package. Finishes long, warm and spicy at 15.5% alcohol.",Marquis Philips G.G.,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,R Wines 2007 Marquis Philips G.G. Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-marquis-philips-gg-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2007,R Wines 14.3,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with firm, hard tannins and rich flavors of blackberries, cherries and dark chocolate. The oak is pretty strong, offering a coating of caramel. Shows a full-bodied, masculine Cabernet character that needs a good decant to aerate the tannins. Should age though 2013, at least.",Central Park West Vineyard,35,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2007 Central Park West Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-central-park-west-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trinchero 13.5,Red,France,"Very pretty ruby color. Fragrant nose of ripe forest fruits, cracked black pepper, fine herbs, soft leather and earthy gamy notes. Rich, layered and concentrated ripe black plum and berry flavors with smoke, chocolate, fig and spice adding complexity. Round, plush, smooth and lingering.",Domaine de Saint Pierre,120,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Domaine de Saint Pierre (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-domaine-saint-pierre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.5,Red,France,"Intense, deep black color. Dominant toasty vanilla, sweet spice and clove against a backdrop of super ripe plummy, cherry fruit, leather and warm earth. Full-bodied, extracted, spicy but fresh with firm tannins. Lots of fruit flavor harmoniously balanced with attractive savory, gamy notes and warming alcohol.",Cor Hominis Laetificat,72,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Maison Rouge 2007 Cor Hominis Laetificat Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-rouge-2007-cor-hominis-laetificat-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Maison Rouge 13.5,Red,France,"Fragrant, complex nose of bright cherry jam, wild strawberry, sour plum, hints of juniper, fresh black pepper, vanilla and a savory, earthy minerality. Full-bodied and concentrated with layers of ripe black fruit, black olives, soft leather. Smooth, rich with firm, taut tannins and a persistent freshness that prevails on the long savory finish.",L'Olivaie,45,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Coursodon 2007 L'Olivaie (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coursodon-2007-lolivaie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Coursodon 14,Red,France,"Nicely complex and layered nose of ripe forest fruit, coffee and a hint of brown sugar. Lots of fresh, ripe cherry-berry fruit persists on the palate, with hints of vanilla, black forest gateau, chocolate, clove and anise. Very modern and full-bodied with a creamy lush texture. Supple tannins and a long vanilla tinged finish.",,20,90,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud 2007 Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chaume-arnaud-2007-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud 13.3,Red,US,"Delicious and exotic, with raspberry, cherry, Mandarin orange, date, cinnamon spice and sweet oak flavors that are deep and long on the finish. Amazing that the alcohol is so low for the ripeness. Could be brisker in acidity, as it feels somewhat melted, which limits ageability, but it's a beauty now with lamb chops.",Cargasacchi-Jalama,38,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dragonette 2008 Cargasacchi-Jalama Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2008-cargasacchi-jalama-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dragonette 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and plump with pretty aromatic layers of blackberry, cherry and spice, this textbook Brunello speaks highly of the beautiful territory that shaped it. The wine is bright, crisp and a touch sour in the mouth with enduring flavors of white cherry and cassis.",,45,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fattoria La Lecciaia 15,White,France,"A good value in the world of Zind-Humbrecht wines, this off-dry Gewürztraminer is super-concentrated, with a silky texture and flavors of lychees and cling peaches. A nice white cherry accent kicks in on the medium finish. Try with Thai fare.",Turckheim,48,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Turckheim Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-turckheim-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13,Red,France,"Aromas of ripe black cherry, mixed red fruit with layers of earthy minerality, and slight note of garrigue. Juicy, fresh and flavorful with lots of dark plummy fruit, dark chocolate, pepper and spice. Medium bodied, quite dense but not overly extracted. Smooth velvety texture and a long finish.",,12,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Roustan 2008 Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roustan-2008-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château Roustan 14.5,White,France,"This striking Provence white opens with intense aromatics of mixed nuts and peach that set the stage for a powerful expression of crushed flowers and grass in the mouth. This is a refreshing wine, but weighty and warm; try with veal or light pork dishes. Drink now to 2011.",Terre des Anges,28,90,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Paradis 2008 Terre des Anges White (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paradis-2008-terre-anges-white-coteaux-daix-en/,White Blend,2008,Château Paradis 14,Red,France,"Elegant and lifted aromas of wild blackberry, raspberry, strawberry that draw you in with notes of lavender, mild toffee and garrigue. Excellent flavor intensity and ripe fruit that persists across the mouth with lots of plums, wild berries, fine herbs and coffee. Flavors really open up in the glass. Supple tannins, smooth, creamy texture and a long silky finish.",Vieilles Vignes,20,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2008 Vieilles Vignes Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2008-vieilles-vignes-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Nages 13.5,Red,Italy,"An improvement over past vintages, thanks to the elegance of its fruit and the richness of its consistency. The wine is bursting with cherry and cassis flavors and it shows harmony and a firm, streamlined nature to its mouthfeel.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Col d'Orcia ,Red,US,"Clearly well-origined, to judge from the fine structure and essential purity. But it's a very tannic, closed wine, with a mouth-numbing astringency that accentuates the acidity. Even so, it's so ripe in blackberries and currants it's almost drinkable now, with a good decant. But you're best off cellaring a good 4–6 years.",Cobblestone Vineyard Reserve,69,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cobblestone 2005 Cobblestone Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2005-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Cobblestone ,Red,US,"Delicious is the first word that pops into your head when you taste this wine. It's got the sort of sweet fruit that you find in Russian River Pinots, yet retains the definition and refinement, along with a slight herbal nuance, that speaks of the Willamette Valley. Long in the mouth and tangy with a mix of spice and fruit sweetness in the finish.",,34,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Aubichon Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aubichon-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Aubichon Cellars 13,White,Spain,"Fresh, perky, sweaty and citric on the nose, which all creates a textbook bouquet. The palate is slightly spritzy, with flavors of passionfruit, pineapple and sweet white grapefruit. Fresh yet a little fleshy, with a long, zesty finish. Drink as soon as possible to capture the essence of a fine vintage.",,23,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,José Pariente 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-pariente-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,José Pariente 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a genuine and fruit-driven expression of Brunello with ripe notes of mature cherry and blackberry followed by a focused mineral tone of black stone or chalkboard. You'll also get interesting layers of eucalyptus, cola and dried herbs at the back.",Villa al Cortile,45,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piccini 2005 Villa al Cortile (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2005-villa-al-cortile-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Piccini ,White,US,"This new release from Melrose fills the mouth with flavor; it runs from orange blossom to Meyer lemon to candied pineapple, finally settling into a strong citrus/tropical blend of delicious fruit flavors. It seems to strike a perfect balance, staying lively and well-defined, without becoming hot or bitter.",,18,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2009 Viognier (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2009-viognier-southern-umpqua-valley/,Viognier,2009,Melrose 13.5,White,US,"Mauritson has been building up a pretty good track record with their unoaked Sauvignon Blanc. This '09 shows the balance of the vintage, with excellent acidity, modest alcohol and complex varietal flavors that range from citrus fruits and apples to spices and gooseberries. It's unusually good for the price.",,17,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mauritson 13.5,Red,Italy,"Mocali's bright Rosso di Montalcino makes a great first impression thanks to its vibrant aromas of cherry, blackberry, spice and root beer. The wine is very rich and smooth in the mouth with impressive persistency.",,20,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Mocali 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Mocali 11.5,White,Austria,"One of the library releases from Nikolaihof, this has become a light, elegant wine that walks a tightrope between freshness and mature smoke and toast flavors. Smooth almonds and spiced apples are beautifully ready to drink.",Steinriesler,70,90,Wachau,,,Nikolaihof 1999 Steinriesler Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nikolaihof-1999-steinriesler-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,1999,Nikolaihof ,White,US,"Barrel fermented, soft and ripe with bright fruits, especially banana, but also pear, apricot, peach and citrus. Rich and creamy, it combines sweet barrel toast with a hint of honey. Lush through the finish, which adds caramel and cinnamon toast.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2006 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2006-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2006,àMaurice ,White,US,"Organically grown estate grapes lend credence to the reserve designation. This is a generous wine, deftly matching its pineapple, citrus and peach flavors to sweet oak. Still young, so decant it or give it another year or two of bottle age.",Reserve,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2008-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Gordon Brothers 14,Red,Italy,"An extensive aging program has beautifully shaped this Brunello. The wine shows balanced notes of fruit and spice with a smooth, silky texture. The density is not too thick or overdone and the wine would pair with pasta or risotto.",,40,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Gerla ,White,US,"Why not an Oregon Grüner? With its nuanced aromas trailing flint and smoke through a core of grapefruit, pineapple and melon, this is a welcome warm weather wine. Just 12.5% alcohol, a solid midpalate and a hint of vanilla cookie in the lingering finish.",Estate,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2009 Estate Grüner Veltliner (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2009-estate-gruner-veltliner-willamette-valley/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Illahe ,Red,US,"Le Cadeau consistently scores well with their evocative and textural Pinots. In this excellent vintage there are layers of earth and spice, sweet sassafras and brambly fruit. It just sits really well in the mouth, not a blockbuster, but complex and lingering, with the sort of creamy finish that invites the next glass immediately.",Diversité,47,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2008 Diversité Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2008-diversite-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Le Cadeau 13.5,Red,Italy,Maurizio Lambardi presents a rich and enticing Brunello with a pretty aromatic lineup that spans from bright cherry to sophisticated spice notes. The wine is smooth and firm in the mouth and is ready to drink now.,,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lambardi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambardi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Lambardi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Harmony and clean delivery of fruit on the nose and mouth mark this wine. You'll encounter layers of cherry, blackberry, plum, cola and spice. There's a dusting of mineral as well and the tannins are silky but firm.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Friggiali 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-friggiali-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta Friggiali 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tenuta di Sesta consistently produces top-notch Brunello with an eye on tradition and territory. Textbook aromas of cherry, leather, earth and blue flowers emerge from the nose. The mouthfeel is silky, persistent and fresh.",,110,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Sesta 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sesta-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta di Sesta 13,White,Austria,"Flint and summer hedgerow perfumes give a great introduction to this tightly crisp wine. White nectarine juice shows a light richness. The wine has sliced apple acidity, juicy fruit, the freshest aftertaste. Screwcap.",Loibenberg,,90,Wachau,,,Tegernseerhof 2008 Loibenberg Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tegernseerhof-2008-loibenberg-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Tegernseerhof ,Red,US,"Though this is near the bottom end of the Rex Hill Pinot pole, it does not suffer from a lack of flavor. Big fruit, organically grown, runs right through the core, a mix of berries, cherries and plums; woven into the fruit is a lightly leafy vein, a whiff of tobacco, and a suggestion of earthy, organic compost. Thoroughly delicious.",,32,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rex Hill 13,Red,France,"Fragrant, harmonious nose of ripe blackberry fruit, floral nuances, touch of ash and barnyard. Striking pure fruit flavors with peppery notes, chocolate and underpinning spice. Full-bodied with a succulent mouthful, quite extracted but balanced and a long tannic finish. Needs some time.",Cuvée Cristophe,,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2007 Cuvée Cristophe (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2007-cuvee-cristophe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Domaine des Remizières 14.5,Red,France,"Deep dark ruby color. Prevailing aromas of cedar, vanilla, mocha, baked black fruit with some black olive and gamy notes. Full-bodied, muscular and tannic, powerful with ample flavors of kirsch, stewed plum, vanilla and spice make way for a long, chewy, brooding finish.",La Reine des Bois,43,90,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2008 La Reine des Bois Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2008-reine-bois-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de la Mordorée 13.5,Red,Italy,"Part of the Lionello Marchesi collection of Italian estates, Coldisole consistently produces quality Brunello with a large enough case production to make the wines reasonably easy to locate in the USA. This expression offers a bright, ruby appearance followed by vibrant aromas of cherry and spice.",,31,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Coldisole 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldisole-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Coldisole ,White,US,"This is 100% Viognier, all stainless steel fermented, with more guts and concentration than the creamier barrel-fermented Viognier from this winery. Lime and pineapple fruit flavors are bracing and clean, moving into light peach and tangerine as they persist in the mouth.",L'Artiste,24,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2008 L'Artiste Viognier (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2008-lartiste-viognier-other/,Viognier,2008,Coeur d'Alene ,Red,US,"The sharp, unmistakable scent of new French oak barrels hits you immediately, and it plays nicely against this winery's naturally spicy, lightly resinous style of Pinot Noir. The elegant side of Oregon Pinot Noir is also on display, partly a virtue of the winery, partly a reflection of the vintage. Though light, it is not simple, and the black raspberry and black cherry fruit is mixed with streaks of cola, anise and clove.",Estate Reserve,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2007 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2007-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,David Hill 14,Red,Spain,"A fine wine but not up to par with previous renditions. This vintage has proprietary blueberry, floral and jammy aromas, while the palate is narrow and a touch sheering and tannic, with jammy dark berry flavors and not a lot of variety or complexity. Forward, linear and monotone, but what's here is quite good. Drink now–2013.",Calvario,145,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 2006 Calvario (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-2006-calvario-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Finca Allende 14,Red,Italy,"This hearty Brunello offers meaty tones of smoked bacon and ham that are wrapped over aromas of prune, mature cherry and blackberry. There's very good persistency here and silky tannins help shape the wine's velvety texture.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ferrero 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrero-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Ferrero 14,Red,Spain,"Rich and very good, with depth and a chocolaty essence that shows itself on the front and back ends of the wine. Pure in terms of berry fruit flavors, and with good verve and mouthfeel. A balanced, spot-on wine with serious structure, style and follow through. Drink now–2015.",Reserva,40,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2006-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Felix Callejo 13.5,Red,Italy,"This deeply colored blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese offers a soft and layered bouquet of cherry, spice, leather and tobacco. The wine is smooth and luscious with a particularly spicy finish.",,20,90,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2005 Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2005-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2005,Fattoria La Lecciaia 14.5,Red,Spain,"An impressive Montsant blend of Grenache, Cabernet and Syrah with a purple color and friendly black fruit aromas. Not overly complex but deeply drawn and balanced. The plum, fresh raisin and blackberry flavors are smooth and structured, and overall flavor and liveliness are key attributes. Drink now through 2012.",Solpost Fresc,19,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Cellers Sant Rafel 2007 Solpost Fresc Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellers-sant-rafel-2007-solpost-fresc-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2007,Cellers Sant Rafel ,Red,US,"This is estate-grown, a mix of five Pinot Noir clones, from an excellent vintage. Perfumed and showing floral and berry accents, the wine hits the palate like a soft, wet kiss. Light and gentle, yet penetrating and seductive, the tannins have been nicely managed and keep the wine, as the winery notes, “disturbingly quaffable.”",,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Z'IVO 2006 Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zivo-2006-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Z'IVO 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a very attractive approach to Sangiovese Grosso with equal parts fruit (cherry, blackberry and cassis) matched by equal parts spice. There's a thickness and an overall integrity here that gives the wine both staying power and endurance. Pair it with Cornish game hen or roast pork with fennel seed stuffing.",Bramante,40,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Rodolfo Cosimi 2005 Bramante (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodolfo-cosimi-2005-bramante-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Rodolfo Cosimi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant Brunello with pretty aromas of wild berries, cassis and white cherry enhanced by determined notes of spice and smoke. On the nose the wine is vertical and intense but like many expression from the 2005 vintage, the mouthfeel is toned down in dimension.",,33,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 14.1,Red,US,"This is a blend of various vineyards Longoria accesses, and compared to his more expensive bottlings, it's a good value. Dry and silky, it has complex flavors of cherries, red currants, pomegranates, cola, Indian spices and sandalwood. Drink now.",Lovely Rita,32,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2008 Lovely Rita Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-lovely-rita-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Longoria 14.8,Red,US,"A very good wine, dry and super-spicy, with the brambly fruit you want in a Dry Creek Zin. It shows robust, complex flavors of cherries and raspberries along with an exotic coating of sandalwood. Drink now.",Estate Grown,20,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2007 Estate Grown Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2007-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mounts ,Red,US,"Lovely, soft, slightly exotic scents captivate immediately—raspberry and sandalwood, incense and peppermints (wasn't that a song a long time ago?). Pretty fruit is showcased nicely, with balancing acidity and a light touch as far as new oak is concerned. More subtle fruit and spice flavors wind through the finish, but it's full-on Pinot Noir, with no tricks or trade-offs.",,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,LaVelle 14.9,Red,US,"A polished, soft Cabernet blend with Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. It's particularly smooth in the mouth, with lush tannins framing blackberry, currant and cedar flavors. Drinks rich and complex now and for a few more years.",Highlands,33,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pali 2007 Highlands Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2007-highlands-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pali 14.5,Red,Spain,"Immediately this wine stands out from most Aragón-region Garnachas. It's deep and poised, with smoky blackberry aromas. The palate is deftly woven, saturated and meaty but also creamy and smooth, with mocha and controlled tannins. Freshness is not lost despite its modern, clean power. Drink now through 2013.",,30,90,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2008 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2008-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Pagos del Moncayo 13.5,Red,France,"Dark and tough at first, with rubbery, smoky aromas of tire rubber, cracked black pepper and match stick. Airing reveals more subtlety and softness along with flavors of black plum, mocha and baked savory notes. Stout on the finish, and overall this is a serious, well-made Hermitage with some rough edges that may iron out with more time in bottle.",Monier de la Sizeranne,120,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2007 Monier de la Sizeranne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2007-monier-de-la-sizeranne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,M. Chapoutier 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with dark, statuesque aromas led by mineral, leather and wood smoke. A powerful, intense wine with clean, rich flavors of black plum, chocolate and raisin. It's a touch on the sweet and chewy side, with some tannic bite and heat, but overall it's rock-solid and very nice. Drink now–2013.",Spiga,31,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2006 Spiga (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2006-spiga-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,O. Fournier 14.1,Red,US,"Young now, with unintegrated oak, acidity and fruit. The parts want to come together, but need time. Really potent in cherry, currant, orange zest, licorice, Indian spice and sandalwood flavors that finish dry and intense. Give it until mid-2011.",Ashley's,50,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2008 Ashley's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-ashleys-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fess Parker 14,Red,Italy,"This is a rich and deeply oak-driven expression of Brunello with layers of spice and smoke that sit heavy over ripe fruit aromas of plum, prune and black currant. The texture is smooth and rich and the tannins are soft.",Riserva,95,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoi 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoi-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Fattoi 14,Red,Italy,Here's a smooth and bright Brunello Riserva with beautiful fruit tones followed by delicate notes of spice and black mineral. Pair this wine with pheasant with wild rice.,Riserva,66,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fornacina 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacina-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Fornacina ,White,US,"Estate-grown, vibrant, and spicy, this southern Oregon Viognier opens with a penetrating bouquet of flower, spice and citrus. The wine really comes alive in the mouth, with palate-pleasing flavors of lime, quinine and melon. You'd almost swear there was a nip of gin in the mix. Delicious chilled.",,25,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2008 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2008-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2008,Folin Cellars 14,Red,France,"This is a much more serious and ambitious wine than one usually finds under the Côtes du Rhône umbrella. The nose has great intrigue, with cracked black pepper and plum notes couched in a bed of toasty new oak. It's full-bodied and intense, with penetrating flavors of black raspberries, baking spices and ripe cherry fruit. Finishes dense and black. Drinking well now but will improve with a year or two in the cellar.",Terre Pourpre,25,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan,,Domaine La Florane 2007 Terre Pourpre Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-florane-2007-terre-pourpre-visan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine La Florane 12,White,France,"Very pure fruit, crisp, a tight mineral band over vivid flavors. Tensely structured, this has a light vanilla character, packed with fruit skins, crisp and citrus.",,25,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Eugène Meyer 2008 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-eugene-meyer-2008-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Domaine Eugène Meyer 14,White,France,"An understated choice for those who wish Gewürztraminer were a more subtle wine. The nose is a bit shy with a delicate floral tone, though the palate has good flavor intensity with punchy notes of Chinese spices and honeycomb resting on a texture that is lazy, soft and a bit sweet. Try on its own after dinner.",Turckheim Heimbourg,65,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Turckheim Heimbourg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-turckheim-heimbourg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13.5,White,US,"Identity crisis indeed. The label says Syrah, but the wine is white. Actually, golden copper in color. It's perfectly dry and wonderfully crisp, with complex waves of sour citrus fruit candy, spice and mineral flavors. Fascinating and elusive, it's compelling.",Identity Crisis,15,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2009 Identity Crisis Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-identity-crisis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Babcock ,White,US,"Estate-grown, this captures the racy minerality of the Spanish grape, while amping it up to New World fruit standards. So you get a fruit-powered richness, with citrus and peach, along with lively acidity and a steely core. The new vintage marks a big step forward for this variety at Abacela.",,18,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Albariño (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-albarino-southern-umpqua-valley/,Albariño,2009,Abacela 15,Red,France,"Intense gamy, woodsy, black olive aromas with notes of loganberry, sloe, blackberry and a hint of smoke. Powerful and full-bodied, richly textured with firm tannins but fresh and vibrant across the palate. Very flavorful with layers of black cherry-berry fruit, wild plums, savory meaty notes",Domaine Grand Veneur Clos de Sixte,27,90,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2007 Domaine Grand Veneur Clos de Sixte Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2007-domaine-grand-veneur-clos-sixte-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Alain Jaume et Fils 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a subdued Riserva with a clean bouquet of aromas that faithfully reflect Sangiovese's main characteristics. You'll recognize red currants, wet earth, pipe tobacco, cola and tar. The mouthfeel is simple and fresh although it does impart long-lasting flavors of cherry and spice.",Riserva,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Abbadia Ardenga 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbadia-ardenga-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Abbadia Ardenga ,Red,US,"Pure Malbec, with a lovely bouquet of juicy berries and chocolate, this dark and sensuous wine leans on the barrel flavors but has the fruit power to carry through. You can taste the Malbec in the Asian spice and mulberry core; then the cinnamon and cardamom kick in.",Estate,28,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Watermill 2007 Estate Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2007-estate-malbec-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Malbec,2007,Watermill ,Red,US,"Clean, crisply defined fruit tastes like ripe strawberries, with side notes of melon and orange peel. Good acidity, and the winemaker has let the fruit steal the show—if there are new barrels involved, they are certainly in the background. Medium-bodied, nicely balanced and built for cellaring over the next 6–8 years.",Skyraider Reserve,60,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2008 Skyraider Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2008-skyraider-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vista Hills ,White,US,"Unctuous, floral and perfumed, this Washington-sourced Gewürztraminer is bold and fruity, lush and mouthfilling. It spreads out gracefully and fully across the palate, coating the tongue with a honeyed mix of citrus and tropical fruits, spiced up with a hint of garlic chive. Dense and concentrated, this is sure to appeal to those who love this grape.",Dragonfly,25,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Francis Tannahill 2007 Dragonfly Gewürztraminer (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-tannahill-2007-dragonfly-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Francis Tannahill 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and fresh with buoyant aromas of plum, blackberry and mature cherry, Fossacolle's 2005 Brunello (by vintner Sergio Marchetti) is a dark and concentrated wine with impressive aromatic depth. The mouthfeel is lean and compact with firm, polished tannins.",,70,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fossacolle 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossacolle-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fossacolle 13.6,Red,US,"Kudos to Galante for crafting this distinctive blend of Malbec, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon. It's a dark, tannic, utterly dry wine that feels stylish in the mouth despite its considerable astringency. Maybe it's the depth of blackberry, currant, licorice, bacon, Mexican molé and sandalwood flavors that last so deep and long. A bit too soft for the cellar, but delicious now with barbecue.",Grand Champion,75,90,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2007 Grand Champion Red (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2007-grand-champion-red-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Galante 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fattoria Scopone's 2004 Riserva opens with charred aromas of campfire, liquid smoke and barbecue sauce. The fresh fruit notes tend to be on the ripe side: think mature cherry and strawberry. In the mouth, however, this well-crafted wine is smooth, silky and long lasting.",Riserva,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria Scopone 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-scopone-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Fattoria Scopone 14,Red,Italy,"An important and historic player in Montalcino, Fanti comes forth this year with yet another beautiful Brunello. The wine is elegant and harmonious with bright layers of cherry fruit, spice and cola. The feeling it imparts in the mouth is one of richness and smoothness and there's a playful touch of sour cherry on the close.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fanti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fanti 14.1,White,US,"The cool vintage has given this Chardonnay a steely, minerally austerity, like Chablis. Its pedigreed origins and superior winemaking are evident in the overall balance. Dry and crisp in acidity, it's a racy wine, with stone-licked citrus, apricot and peach flavors.",Poseidon's Vineyard,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Molnar Family 2008 Poseidon's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molnar-family-2008-poseidons-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Molnar Family 14.5,Red,US,"This is a wonderfully soft, complex Syrah. Completely dry, it offers waves of raspberries, red currants, mocha, licorice, sandalwood and dusty Indian spices that linger on through a long finish. A very fine, medium- to full-bodied red wine for drinking now.",Méthode Ancienne,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2007 Méthode Ancienne Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2007-methode-ancienne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2007,Miraflores 13.5,White,Austria,"Despite its richness, this is so fresh, the acidity a delicious counterpoint to the rounded fruits. Soft spice and layers of pear juice give extra complexity. Screwcap.",Senftenberger Pellingen Privat,43,90,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2009 Senftenberger Pellingen Privat Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-senftenberger-pellingen-privat-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Nigl 14,White,Austria,"Riesling at 14% alcohol is almost too much, although Martin Nigl just gets away with it, the fresh element giving balance to the super ripeness. This is a sipping wine, too intensely perfumed for food. Screwcap.",Hochäcker,52,90,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2009 Hochäcker Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-hochacker-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Nigl 14.5,Red,Australia,"Fully ripe and verging on jammy, this 75-25 blend is nonetheless charming, with raspberry fruit cosseted by lashings of vanilla. It's round in the mouth and exceedingly supple, picking up intriguing dusty spice, cocoa and coffee notes on the finish. A notable value for drinking over the next 6–12 months.",,12,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Razor's Edge 2008 Shiraz-Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/razors-edge-2008-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Grenache,2008,Razor's Edge 13,White,Austria,"Fresh mineral- and steel-textured wine, with hints of crisp white peach and an intense citric component. The aftertaste is deliciously fresh.",Loibenberg,35,90,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2009 Loibenberg Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2009-loibenberg-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Rainer Wess 16,Red,Australia,"A notable value, the 2008 Marquis Philips Shiraz displays a slightly charred top note from its stay in American oak, but also a pleasant mix of boysenberry, coffee and vanilla flavors. It's creamy and supple, with a soft, mocha-tinged finish. Drink now–2012.",Marquis Philips,18,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,R Wines 2008 Marquis Philips Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2008-marquis-philips-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,R Wines 18.6,Red,Australia,"Fair warning: the alcohol level on this wine reaches 18.6%, which really can't help but be felt. It does deliver an impressive array of cherry, plum, chocolate and spice complexity, just don't expect it to age gracefully given its tenuous balance.",Chateau Chateau Island Ebenezer,67,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,R Wines 2007 Chateau Chateau Island Ebenezer Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-chateau-chateau-island-ebenezer-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2007,R Wines 15.1,Red,US,"This is a very nice, restaurant-style Zin, meaning it's dry, smoothly tannic and elegantly balanced, not one of those sweet fruit bombs. It has complex flavors of wild berries, currants, tobacco and lots of peppery spices.",,26,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dane Cellars 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tenimenti Ricci offers a dark and luscious wine with deep aromas of blackberry, cherry, exotic spice and old leather. It's not as thick or extracted as the estate's Brunelo, but this wine is designed to offer an informal expression that can still stand up to grilled meats. This Rosso does exactly that.",,28,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Ricci 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ricci-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenimenti Ricci 14,Red,Italy,"There's a pretty, buoyant or balsamic quality to this fresh Brunello that helps delivers its fruit and spice aromas in a direct and immediate manner. That clean approach gives the wine a determined and lasting impression in the mouth. Drink it with game meats or steak.",,48,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Solaria 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaria-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Solaria 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Brunello from the four-star 2005 vintage with a thick, almost creamy bouquet of ripe fruit, smooth cinnamon or clove, and warm tones of used leather and earth. There's a fresh acidic component as well with a bright berry finish.",,70,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polo 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,San Polo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Soft and plush from the start, this bright Brunello spreads over the palate with ease and persistency. Along the way, it imparts flavors of ripe fruit, blackberry, cherry, leather and moist pipe tobacco. The mouthfeel is smooth and thick.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietranera 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietranera-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Pietranera 14.5,Red,France,"Deep ruby color. Multiple layers of aromas, ripe cherry-berry fruit, baking spice, toasty vanilla, leather and roasted meat. Full-bodied, smooth and richly textured. Supple tannins with just enough grip to give a moderately taut structure. Very flavorful with lots of wild forest fruits, baked plum pie, nutmeg, cinnamon, fine herbs and gamy notes. Quite extracted but balanced and fresh.",Orca VI,17,91,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Marrenon 2007 Orca VI Grenache (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2007-orca-vi-grenache-ventoux/,Grenache,2007,Marrenon ,White,US,"An interesting debut from this new producer. The blend includes 20% Roussanne, co-fermented in neutral French oak. It was aged sur lie and given monthly battonage, and no malolactic fermentation. The wine is big, with juicy tropical fruit/bubblegum flavors, skin phenolics, great texture and baking spice highlights. Impressive.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2008 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Ott & Murphy 13,White,France,"Complex and steely, this is a wine with a lot of energy and a solid core of acidity that carries flavors of white cherries and lime from the attack all the way through to a dry, lingering finish. Has solid length and definition. Let this one mellow a few years.",Hunawihr Clos Windsbuhl,92,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Hunawihr Clos Windsbuhl Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-hunawihr-clos-windsbuhl-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.5,Red,Italy,"Lighter in style and consistency than this producer's past Brunellos, this wine represents a return to Montalcino tradition. Aromas include red cherry, wet earth, white mushroom and tobacco. In the mouth, the wine is tight, firm and long lasting.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2004 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2004-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Casanova di Neri 13.5,White,France,"Perfumed wine, sweet, exuding superripe fruits, lychee and mango with yellow nectarine acidity. The wine is very rich, a potpourri of exotic flavors and final spice.",Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes,50,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2006 Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2006-altenberg-bergheim-grand-cru-vieilles-vignes-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2006,Gustave Lorentz 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a fortunate Brunello that is redolent of all the best aromas the wine has to offer: blackberry, plump cherry, pressed violets and exotic spice. There's a slightly sweet and pulpy quality to the mouthfeel that helps drive this wine smoothly over the palate.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fortuna 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortuna-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Fortuna 14,Red,Italy,"Bright cherry and wild berry aromas are enhanced by spice and oak nuances of tobacco and leather. Count on a bright future for this Brunello Riserva as it integrates with more time in the cellar. The wine is compact, fresh and persistent in the mouth.",Riserva,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fornace 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornace-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Fornace ,White,US,"Abacela produces a dense, mineral-driven style of Viognier, vertically layered with a mix of citrus skins and fruits, notably grapefruit and pineapple. There's even a finishing kiss of honey, though the wine is quite dry. A delight.",,20,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Viognier (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-viognier-southern-umpqua-valley/,Viognier,2009,Abacela ,Red,US,"Sharp and precise, this opens with intense scents of raspberry and summer strawberries, beautifully aromatic. The fruit loads the palate with bright, fresh flavors that go deep and last into a very satisfying finish. Young as it is, it will be difficult to keep your hands off this bottle. But it will reward cellaring over the next 6–8 years.",Rollins Estate,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2008 Rollins Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2008-rollins-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vista Hills ,Red,Spain,"Kicks off with a blend of herbs, wild flowers, lavender and toasty oak. It's a fresh, clean, semirich RDD with beautiful berry fruit, chocolate and a slight bit of char. An exciting wine with delicious core flavors and no toughness, hard tannins or heat. A bit dark and bitter on the finish, like a good espresso. Drink now–2014.",Crianza,33,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Viña Sastre 13,White,France,"With its pale gold color, this is obviously a sweet wine. Raisins, bold acidity and spiced mango blend well together in a wine that is maturing well. It is good to drink now, but worth aging.",Zinnkoepfle Grand Cru,30,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Château d'Orschwihr 2008 Zinnkoepfle Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dorschwihr-2008-zinnkoepfle-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Château d'Orschwihr 13.8,White,France,"Just assuming the wonderful flavors of mature Riesling, this wine still has hints of fresh white currants. The toast and smoke flavors are more dominant, with a core of minerality and acidity. Rich, rather than sweet.",Kessler Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives,45,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Château d'Orschwihr 2001 Kessler Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dorschwihr-2001-kessler-grand-cru-vendanges-tardives-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Château d'Orschwihr 14,Red,France,"If sticker shock doesn't send you running for the hills, this wine will be more than worth a go. Bold and rubbery now, with aromas of cedary spice, pepper and rich black fruits, this is a full, slightly fierce wine with enough creaminess and depth to bring it full circle. Roasted berry, herbs, spice and leather are all part of the bruising picture. Needs several more years to flesh out.",La Chapelle,350,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 La Chapelle (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-chapelle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14,Red,Italy,"Creamy and luscious with sweet fruit tones backed by layers of spice and tobacco, this wine does a nice job of showcasing the 2005 vintage of Brunello. The wine is less expressive in the mouth, where it shows a lean, compact feel with bright acidity. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere Brizio 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-brizio-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Podere Brizio 14.5,Red,France,"Richly fruity and spicy, with lots of dried plum and cherry notes. This is richly textured and complex, featuring leather and baking spices alongside the fruit. Long and softly tannic on the finish, with a good 7-10 years' of life ahead of it.",Jean-Marie Arnoux,17,91,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Arnoux & Fils 2007 Jean-Marie Arnoux Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2007-jean-marie-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Arnoux & Fils 15.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky, roasted and spicy on the nose, with berry fruit, licorice and black pepper scents. Definitely a warm, ripe, chunky wine with smooth blackberry, chocolate and mocha flavors. Big and with plenty of oak, but the integration and overall balance are commendable. Best now through 2012.",Veraton,28,91,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2007 Veraton Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2007-veraton-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2007,Alto Moncayo 13,Red,France,"Here's a Provence red to take seriously for its sophisticated nose of forest floor and wet stones set against a backdrop of brambly fruit. The palate is charming, nuanced and extracted, with grippy tannins and a final lingering note of sour drops. Drink now, with some barbecued sanglière (boar), if you have some on hand. If not, spare ribs will do nicely as well.",Prestige,28,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2007 Prestige Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2007-prestige-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine de la Sanglière 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello opens with a bright ruby color and delivers aromas of cherry cola, Spanish cedar, cigar box, wild berries and spice. It's a streamlined wine that puts more emphasis on elegance than brawn or power. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Gorelli,65,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Potazzine 2005 Gorelli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-potazzine-2005-gorelli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Le Potazzine ,Red,Italy,"A deep garnet color and rich concentration characterize this austere Brunello di Montalcino. The nose is redolent of wild berries, cassis, currants, leather, dried tobacco and forest floor. In the mouth, the wine is smooth, silky and polished.",,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cantina di Montalcino 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-montalcino-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Cantina di Montalcino ,Rose,US,"From a biodynamic producer, this exceptional rosé has surprising depth of flavor. It's a lovely, pale salmon, and scented with rose petals and watermelon. But it kicks in once swallowed, with fresh strawberry fruit that penetrates and persists well into the lingering finish, with backing minerality. Just 11.4% alcohol, and bone dry.",Grenache,18,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2009 Grenache Rosé (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2009-grenache-rose-southern-applegate-valley/,Rosé,2009,Cowhorn 14.8,Red,US,"A good Pinot Noir, dry and silky, with quite a bit of acidity brightening the flavors. They include ripe black cherries, cola, anise and sandalwood. Feels a bit tight, and could benefit from 1–2 years in the cellar.",Bald Mountain Vineyard Estate Grown,45,88,California,Central Coast,Ben Lomond Mountain,Beauregard 2007 Bald Mountain Vineyard Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Ben Lomond Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2007-bald-mountain-vineyard-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-ben-lomond-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2007,Beauregard 14.5,Red,Australia,"Probably because of its youth, this wine comes out of the chute a little tight and rubbery; try giving it a quick decanting, or swirl it aggressively in the glass to bring out the underlying cola and blackberry aromas and flavors. Turns slightly dusty on the finish, suggesting at least a few years' worth of drinkability.",d'Arrys Original,19,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 d'Arrys Original Shiraz-Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-darrys-original-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Grenache,2008,D'Arenberg 14,Red,Italy,"Terra Rossa is a bright and polished Brunello with pretty aromas of spice, anise seed, blackberry, cherry and cola. There's a note of sour cherry on the close and the wine shows bright acidity that would pair well with succulent meat and cheesy pasta dishes.",Terra Rossa,60,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Rodolfo Cosimi 2005 Terra Rossa (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodolfo-cosimi-2005-terra-rossa-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Rodolfo Cosimi 14.5,Red,Australia,"A remarkable value, Oxford Landing's GSM is a convincing argument in favor of blending. It offers a complex mélange of leather, spice and cherry notes, medium body and a fresh, vivacious finish. Considering it can probably be found for around $80 per case, this would make a great everyday wine for drinking over the next year or so.",GSM Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvèdre,8,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2007 GSM Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvèdre G-S-M (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2007-gsm-grenache-shiraz-mourvedre-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-south/,G-S-M,2007,Oxford Landing ,White,US,"Most likely sourced from Washington grapes, this is plump and pleasing, peachy and polished. Ripe, round fruit flavors roll into a bright, slightly hot finish. Peach skin phenolics linger in the mouth, putting a fine edge on the flavors and setting up the palate for the next sip.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Scott Cellars 2008 Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2008-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2008,J. Scott Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a very balanced Rosso with contrasting aromas of cherry and red fruit that stand against spice, chocolate and tobacco. It's a bright, spicy wine with power, persistency and a much-needed touch of zesty acidity.",,33,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Fossacolle 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossacolle-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fossacolle 14.5,Red,France,"Aromas of baked red cherry-berry fruit with hints of garrigue and spice. Fruit driven palate of candied black fruit, malt, toffee and baking spice. Creamy round texture with grippy tannins and a sweet and savory spicy finish. Lacks a little freshness.",,29,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine de Cabasse 2007 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cabasse-2007-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de Cabasse 12,White,France,"Bright fruit freshness dominates this wine. The fruit is pure, vivid. light and crisp. The acidity is important here, driving the wine in a mineral direction.",,14,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2008 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2008-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Domaine Specht 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2007 Hickinbotham features attractive scents of ground spices, leather and red cherries, but doesn't seem to have the richness and depth of CH's other Grenaches this year. Tart cherry-berry fruit fades into finely textured tannins on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Hickinbotham,45,87,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Hickinbotham Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-hickinbotham-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2007,Clarendon Hills 13,Red,France,"Quite an oaky specimen; the nose is full of mocha, vanilla, cedar, rubber and spice. Shows prickly acidity on an intense palate as well as flavors of tart berry and cherry. ""Slightly sour and clamped"" were the words of one reviewer; others found it more generous and typical of Côte Rôtie.",Seigneur de Maugiron,78,87,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Delas Frères 2007 Seigneur de Maugiron (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2007-seigneur-maugiron-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Delas Frères 14.5,Red,Australia,"Hints at cedar, spice and dark fruit on the nose, then turns unexpectedly tart on the palate. The tannins are soft, leaving the acidity to provide a counterbalance to the ripe fruit. Drink now.",The Custodian,19,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Custodian Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-custodian-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2008,D'Arenberg ,Red,US,"This D122 is a new addition to the Scott Paul lineup, a selection of four favorite barrels from the Ribbon Ridge vineyard. Don't let its pretty, pale cherry color fool you—this bright and lively young Pinot Noir is structured for the cellar. A mix of fresh cranberry, spicy plum and pie cherry fruit is supported by tart acids and firm, polished tannins. The lingering finish adds licorice and hints of bark. Note that this is sealed with a screwcap, and needs decanting.",D122,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Scott Paul 2008 D122 Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2008-d122-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2008,Scott Paul 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy, rich and black as night, with roasted blackberry aromas that draw you in. Then the palate keeps you there, and even if it runs a bit hard and tannic, the integrity and flavors of coconut, roasted berry and coffee are fine and dandy. Boisterous and big, but that's Toro for you.",Seleccion Especial,35,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Finca Sobreño 2005 Seleccion Especial (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sobreno-2005-seleccion-especial-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Finca Sobreño 13,Red,Italy,"Cupio offers sharp aromas of bramble and spice backed by softer aromas of plum, prune and vanilla bean. The fresh acidity really keeps the palate polished and this wine would pair with cheesy pasta or buttery dishes.",Cupio,19,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Pinino 2008 Cupio (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2008-cupio-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pinino 14.5,Red,Italy,"Clandestino is an oak-influenced Rosso di Montalcino with bright aromas of cinnamon, vanilla and chocolate that intermingle with cherry, blackberry and cassis syrup. Pair this wine with pork or poultry.",Clandestino,27,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Pinino 2008 Clandestino (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2008-clandestino-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pinino 11.8,White,US,"This is a gorgeously perfumed Riesling, chock-full of white flowers and ripe, juicy stonefruit, but not at all cloying. Dry on the palate, it exhibits elegant peach and apricot flavors that lead to a long, lingering finish marked by lime peel and a hint of chalk.",Dry,13,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Wagner 14.5,Red,US,"A good, dry Cabernet whose fruit flavors are balanced with rich tannins. Offers upfront flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries and cocoa. Good price, considering the elegance",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Valley of the Moon 14,Red,Italy,"Uccelliera regularly produces powerhouse Brunellos. This Rosso evidently represents a change of pace because instead of power and intensity, you get ethereal aromas of wild berry and green spice. There's also an unexpected touch of sour cherry on the close.",,28,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Uccelliera 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uccelliera-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Uccelliera 14,Red,France,"Moderately intense youthful lightly candied, creamy black and blue fruit. Fairly extracted, very smooth mocha texture with grippy tannins. Straightforward with intense fruity flavors of plums, cherries and creamy toffee. Moderately long finish.",Diamant Noir,15,87,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,La Vinsobraise 2009 Diamant Noir Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-vinsobraise-2009-diamant-noir-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,La Vinsobraise 13.5,Red,France,A little reductive but with a bit of air this wine reveals an intriguing herbal aspect as well as some high flowery tones. The palate is medium-weight and creamy with some baseline cherry and tobacco flavors. Try with grilled steak.,Les Combelles,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,La Compagnie Rhodanienne 2009 Les Combelles Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/compagnie-rhodanienne-2009-combelles-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,La Compagnie Rhodanienne 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Crisp, natural and lightly salinic on the nose, with medium weight, good freshness and solid peach and citrus flavors. This is a standard but nicely done Rioja rosé with a pithy finish and just the right edge to it. Drink liberally with appetizers and you shouldn't go wrong.",,9,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2009 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2009-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2009,Marqués de Cáceres 13.5,Red,Italy,"Campo ai Sassi is a lush and ripe Rosso with a point of cherry liqueur that appears alongside blueberry, spice, leather and tobacco. The wine is fresh, compact and would pair with succulent cuts of red meat.",Castelgiocondo Campo ai Sassi,25,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2007 Castelgiocondo Campo ai Sassi (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2007-castelgiocondo-campo-ai-sassi-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 15.2,Red,US,"A nice Syrah, rich and soft in the mouth, that shows plenty of ripe fruit flavor without being cloying. You'll find blackberries, bacon and black pepper.",Estate,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Morse 2007 Estate Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morse-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2007,Morse 13,Red,France,"Intense black and purple fruit aromas, wild strawberries, earthy and spicy notes. Very fresh on the palate with lots of bright ripe fruit, clove and black pepper. Flavorful with a lingering savory, forest floor finish. Smooth with just the right amount of tannin firmness.",Les Violettes,11,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Moillard 2008 Les Violettes Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2008-violettes-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Moillard 14.5,Red,US,"Black pepper is the star of this bone-dry, full-bodied young wine, in both the aroma and the flavor. Below that are bold notes of black currants, plums and leather. The tannins are hard, giving it a mouth-stinging astringency. Your best bet is to cellar it for 3–4 years, but it's somewhat risky.",Rodney's Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2007 Rodney's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2007-rodneys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Fess Parker 13,Red,France,"Deep youthful purple core with pink rim. Aromas of fresh blackberry jam, black cherry with hints of creamy toffee and clove. Medium-bodied, fresh, smooth with lots of juicy black fruit and fresh, crunchy tannins. Not very complex, but well made and easy drinking.",Terroirs du Rhône,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Famille Bernard 2009 Terroirs du Rhône Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famille-bernard-2009-terroirs-rhone-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Famille Bernard ,White,US,"A solid, straightforward, all-purpose Pinot Gris, this offers firm and spicy pear and apple fruit, some crisp phenolics giving it a racy edge, and a little bite to the back of the palate. It has the acidity to stand up to creamy pasta sauces or soft cheeses.",,17,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Evergreen Vineyards 2008 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evergreen-vineyards-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,Evergreen Vineyards 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello Riserva offers very nice intensity and smoothness in the mouth, although its aromatic bouquet is less determined. There are sweet polished tannins on the close and the wine would work with steak marinated with garlic and rosemary.",Vigna Paganelli Riserva,96,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 2004 Vigna Paganelli Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2004-vigna-paganelli-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Il Poggione 15.5,Red,Australia,"The blend is 63% Grenache, 19% Mourvèdre and 18% Shiraz, with a hint of green to the otherwise dark, plummmy flavors. It's supple, silky in texture, ending with touches of coffee and cedary spice. Drink now–2015.",Johann's Garden,38,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Henschke 2007 Johann's Garden G-S-M (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2007-johanns-garden-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa/,G-S-M,2007,Henschke 13,White,France,"An invitingly perfumed wine, its fruit bursting with citrus intensity. It has bright, very textured and mineral structure offering aging potential. There is a lively, vivid aftertaste.",Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes,50,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2005 Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2005-altenberg-bergheim-grand-cru-vieilles-vignes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Gustave Lorentz 15,Red,Australia,"The twist here is the inclusion of Tempranillo in the blend, resulting in a uniformly dark, plummy wine, amply framed by toasty oak. It's full bodied and lushly textured on the palate, then firms up and adds some spice on the finish. Drink now–2017.",Cadenzia Grenache-Tempranillo-Shiraz,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2007 Cadenzia Grenache-Tempranillo-Shiraz Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2007-cadenzia-grenache-tempranillo-shiraz-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2007,Gemtree 14.1,White,US,"Made without any oak influences, this wine shows the splendors of great Santa Maria Chardonnay. It's marked by complex flavors of Meyer lemons, pineapples, orange zest and honeysuckle, and is beautifully bright in crisp acidity. Nice with fresh crab.",Steel,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2008 Steel Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2008-steel-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dierberg 13.5,White,France,"Steely, crisp, with a tight edge of green fruits. The structure is dominant at this stage in the development of this rapier-like wine. Age for 3–4 years.",Bollenberg,18,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Château d'Orschwihr 2009 Bollenberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dorschwihr-2009-bollenberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Château d'Orschwihr 13.5,White,Austria,"Intensely flavored wine, packed with both spice and acidity. The fruit is an extension of the fresh face of the wine that contrasts with weight and concentrated pepper and nutmeg flavors.",Achleiten Smaragd,38,90,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Achleiten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-achleiten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Domäne Wachau 14.5,Red,Australia,"Cadenzia is the term coined by McLaren Vale producers to describe their proprietary blends; this one is roughly equal proportions of Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvèdre and Tempranillo. The result is a dark-fruited wine laden with hints of cola, cedar and spice. Moderately firm in structure, with a long, slightly dusty finish; try 2012–2020.",The Cadenzia,29,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Cadenzia G-S-M (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-cadenzia-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-mclaren-vale/,G-S-M,2008,D'Arenberg 14.5,White,US,"A good, drily tart, Chablis-style Chardonnay, with crisp acidity and stony minerality. Shows interesting flavors of pineapples, tangerines, honeysuckle and cinnamon spice.",DeMayo Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2008 DeMayo Vineyard Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2008-demayo-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Darcie Kent Vineyards 14.5,Red,Spain,"A rich, more modern type of Rioja with dark color, slightly raisiny berry aromas and molasses, vanilla and mocha on the nose. The palate is full and chewy, with cola, fig and wild berry flavors. Stylish and creamy on the finish, and very pleasant as a whole. 55% Tempranillo with four other grapes blended in, including Graciano and Garnacha.",7 Viñas Reserva,68,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2004 7 Viñas Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2004-7-vinas-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Baron De Ley 14,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Brunello from Belpoggio delivers thick and luscious tones of black fruit, plum, spice, blackberry and plump cherry. The wine is rich and smooth in the mouth with loads of black fruit nuances and an impressive, long finish. So far, this is our favorite vintage from this producer.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Belpoggio 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belpoggio-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Belpoggio 14.5,Red,Spain,"Tres Picos, or Three Peaks, ranks as a go-to wine for fans of round, smooth, slightly oaky reds. The bouquet is all mocha and smoky/oaky richness, while the sticky, rich palate deals blackberry and chewy, rooty medicinality. Oaky and spicy late, with licorice and warmth. The best thing is that it's not heavy or overextracted despite being youthful and modern in style.",Tres Picos,17,90,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2008 Tres Picos Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2008-tres-picos-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Borsao 13,Rose,France,"Deeply copper color with red hue, almost like a light red. Vibrant aromas of red cherry, strawberry, cranberry interwoven with appealing savory, garrigue nuances. Dry, delicious and packed with ripe peach, raspberry, dried cherry, spice and white chocolate flavors. Fairly full-bodied, a hint of tannin, smooth and long.",Cuvée du Roy,15,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Cave de Tavel 2009 Cuvée du Roy (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tavel-2009-cuvee-roy-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2009,Cave de Tavel 13.5,White,France,"Toasty and fully oaked, with peachy aromas along with vanilla. A custardy, rich wine partially fermented in new oak, this Marsanne-Roussannne blend delivers plenty of body and thickness; fortunately it has enough minerality, acidity and fruit to earn its grade. Best if you like Burgundian style with some obvious wood and related resin.",Fleur de Roc,21,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Cave de Tain 2009 Fleur de Roc White (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-fleur-roc-white-saint-peray/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Cave de Tain 13,Red,France,"Attractive floral and fruity nose of bright berry fruit, lilac, soft leather, cedar and vanilla. Lifted, bright and juicy flavors persist in the mouth layered with coffee, racy boysenberry, black pepper and toast. Full-bodied with velvety tannins, plush feel with a long luscious finish.",Les Hauts du Fief,26,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2007 Les Hauts du Fief (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2007-hauts-fief-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Cave de Tain 14,Red,Italy,"Vintner Tiziano Ciacci delivers a beautifully extracted wine with rich ruby highlights backed by mature aromas of blackberry, dried currants, clove and cardamom. The wine is smooth and rich in the mouth with tight tannins and bright berry freshness.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Poggio Nardone ,Red,US,"All of the Seven of Hearts wines open with lovely floral scents, then add earth and dark fruits. This has a black cherry core, the fruit wrapped in earthy loam, and the tannins are softened with barrel flavors of vanilla custard. Single vineyard, single clone (115), focused and detailed.",Crawford Beck Vineyard,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Seven of Hearts 2008 Crawford Beck Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2008-crawford-beck-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Seven of Hearts 14.8,Red,US,"An enormously rich, compelling but young, Cabernet. Really impresses for its sour cherry and blackberry candy flavors, and the sophisticated layering of smoky, vanilla-scented oak. Feels ultrarefined, but also quite tannic. Needs time. Better after 2013, with proper storage.",Abela Vineyard,75,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rutherford Ranch 2005 Abela Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2005-abela-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Rutherford Ranch 14,Red,Spain,"Full and spicy from the get-go, with hints of clove vying with savory berry and leather. The optimum word to describe this wine is friendly, meaning it delivers ripeness, berry flavors and sweet, spicy accents that complete the package. Leans toward baked and sweet but keeps things properly framed.",Reserva,22,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Campo Nuble 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-campo-nuble-2006-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Marqués de Campo Nuble 14.5,Red,Australia,"For the past several years, Duval's Plexus has been remarkably consistent in quality. The only indication here that 2008 was a difficult vintage (because of the heat) is this wine's creamy immediacy, which suggests early consumption (now–2015). The blackberry fruit is fresh and briary, spiced with hints of cedar and vanilla; lush and long on the finish.",Plexus,40,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,John Duval Wines 2008 Plexus G-S-M (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-duval-wines-2008-plexus-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa-valley/,G-S-M,2008,John Duval Wines ,White,US,"Though it is listed at 14.2% alcohol, this is a pretty wine, with feminine grace rather than masculine muscle. Floral and fresh, it smells like fresh lemons and white peaches and flavors follow right along in that same vein. Balanced and polished, it shows exemplary winemaking skills on the part of Jonathan Scott Oberlander.",,18,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2008 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2008-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2008,J. Scott Cellars ,White,US,"Impressive. This Viognier/Marsanne/Roussanne blend showcases substantial, layered fruit flavors of citrus skin, citrus pulp, grapefruit and white peach. The Viognier was done in stainless, the other grapes in barrel, bringing in subtle notes of vanilla. Spicy, full-bodied and just plain delicious.",Masterpiece Elephant Mountain Vineyard Reserve,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kana 2008 Masterpiece Elephant Mountain Vineyard Reserve White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2008-masterpiece-elephant-mountain-vineyard-reserve-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2008,Kana 12.5,White,France,"Kreydenweiss' unusually oxidative vinification methods are better suited to making a sweet wine such as this Vendanges Tardives, where we expect more savory flavors and less fresh fruit. The dominant notes here are caramel, cider and Asian spices, supported by a bright line of acidity that carries the flavors through to the lingering finish. Drink now.",La Dame Wiebelsberg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives,103,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 La Dame Wiebelsberg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-dame-wiebelsberg-grand-cru-vendanges-tardives-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 14.1,White,US,"A very good, useful Chardonnay that's easy to drink, yet also quite complex. Brisk and crisp in acidity, it shows citrus mineral, green apple and floral notes, touched with smoky oak.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,MacRostie ,White,US,"Pure Viognier from the Dwelley Vineyard, barrel-fermented, aged on the lees in neutral oak. A light and elegant style, creamy and loaded with Key lime fruit and texture along with nectarine and light tropical fruits. Complex and lingering, with clarity and definition.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Lullaby 2008 Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lullaby-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2008,Lullaby 14,Red,France,"Appealing nose of forest fruits, black cherry and garrigue with hints of clove, anise and sweat. Fresh and juicy with lots of lively, warm, jammy flavors that persists across palate. Full-bodied, supple tannins, creamy texture with a fairly long savory finish.",Domaine du Petit Romain Vieilles Vignes Grande Réserve,13,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Vignobles du Soleil 2007 Domaine du Petit Romain Vieilles Vignes Grande Réserve Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-soleil-2007-domaine-petit-romain-vieilles-vignes-grande-reserve-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Vignobles du Soleil 14.1,Red,US,"Rather tannic and dense now, with an astringent mouthfeel, and the fruit hasn't yet married the oak. Give it until 2011 to let the raspberries, cherries, orange peel and cola find the vanilla char from wood.",Keefer Ranch Vineyard,48,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2008 Keefer Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-keefer-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 13.5,White,Spain,"As far as value-priced Ruedas go, this is at the top of the heap. The nose is forward, clean as glass and not too pungent or demanding. Solid as can be across the tongue, with green fruit flavors that shine and don't force the issue. Crystalline and pure from start to finish.",Old Vines,15,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Shaya 2009 Old Vines Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaya-2009-old-vines-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Shaya 14,Red,Spain,"Like almost all wines from this label, the welcome mat is rolled out. The nose shows textbook tea, herb, black cherry and leathery notes, while the palate is round, pure in feel, and full, with sous bois, light oak and dark fruit flavors. Long and persistent on the finish. A wine that gets it right.",Crianza,19,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Sierra Cantabria 14.2,Red,US,"A distinctive Syrah that shows great concentration in the focused blackberry, sweet leather, dark chocolate, mineral and black pepper flavors. Beyond the power, the wine is bone dry, soft in acidity and quite tannic. The end result is impressive, and ready to drink now.",Altitude 2401 Dark Forest,28,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2007 Altitude 2401 Dark Forest Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2007-altitude-2401-dark-forest-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2007,Perry Creek ,Red,US,"Nicely balanced, with a rich mix of tart, brambly berries, hard cherry candy, spicy herb and a vein of dark mineral. Everything is woven together in balance; the individual flavors stand out like threads in a tapestry, but give the wine texture and depth.",Equinoxe,47,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2008 Equinoxe Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2008-equinoxe-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Le Cadeau 14,Red,Italy,"La Fornace delivers a gorgeous Brunello this year with pristine aromas of blackberry, wet earth, violets, blackberries, cherries and pipe tobacco. The wine is thick and enduring with tight tannins and a long, but slightly sour finish. Drink after 2012.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fornace 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornace-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Fornace 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello Riserva delivers subdued aromas of cherry, blackberry, tar and spice. There's a sour cherry theme in the mouth and the finish is bright and crisp. It is, however, a very food-friendly wine thanks to the acidity. Pair it with grilled meats, wild mushroom risotto or cheesy pasta.",Riserva,75,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Colombina 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombina-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Colombina ,Red,US,"From vines planted in 1984, this is the winery's reserve bottling. Aromas are inviting, varietal and complex, with layers of berry fruits, sassafras, cola and sandalwood. The wine catches the delicacy of the grape along with its unique ability to persist in the mouth despite its lightness. This looks to be ageworthy, elegant and special.",Heritage,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Kramer 2006 Heritage Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kramer-2006-heritage-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2006,Kramer 14.6,Red,US,"Enormously rich and ripe, with waves of blackberries, cherries, licorice, chocolate and cedary oak influences. Feels dry and lush in the mouth, but very tannic, giving a sandpapery astringency. You can drink it now with a good steak, but this Cab should develop though 2013, at least.",,38,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wild Oak by St. Francis 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-oak-by-st-francis-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wild Oak by St. Francis 15,Red,France,"Already showing slight color evolution, the nose is intense and complex. Aromas of dusty cherry, woodsy wild strawberry , leather and spice. Full-bodied, creamy, smooth and round in the mouth with flavors of baked fruit and fine herbs. Tannins firm up on the finish, which is long, fresh and savory.",Terre des Aînés,30,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Montirius 2007 Terre des Aînés (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2007-terre-aines-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Montirius ,White,US,"Dry, delicate, with a fine-tuned palate suggestive of a German wine, this lovely Pinot Blanc mixes citrus and pear in the body, and rolls into a graceful finish with juicy acidity. The length and mouthfeel are European; the fruit definitely New World.",,14,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2008 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2008-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2008,J. Scott Cellars 13.9,White,US,"Although there's no oak on this wine, it has a spicy smokiness that could come from a drop of Grenache. There are also percentages of Chardonnay and Pinot Gris that fatten Sauvignon's minerals and limes. Acidity is mouthwateringly high. This isn't a great wine, but it is a unique one, especially for Santa Rita Hills.",Estate Grown,18,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2009 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Babcock 14.5,White,US,"Very bright and acidic, with the savory taste of a sour lemondrop candy. If you're sensitive to acidity you'll find it tart. But it's deliciously layered, with tiers of buttered toast, vanilla and spice.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Brophy Clark 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Brophy Clark 14,Red,Spain,"A steal for six bucks; the nose is floral and black, but under control. Meanwhile, the palate is bouncy, round and balanced, with juicy black plum and wild berry flavors. Clean and solid.",Viña Borgia,6,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2009 Viña Borgia Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2009-vina-borgia-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2009,Borsao 13,White,Italy,"You'll really love this simple and clean white wine from sunny Tuscany. The aromas here are crisp and fragrant, recalling peach, apricot and pear. The wine is zippy in the mouth but it also awards enough natural structure for tuna or sushi.",,20,87,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Castello Montaúto 2008 Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-montauto-2008-white-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,White Blend,2008,Castello Montaúto 14,White,US,"This is a good, sound, everyday Chardonnay. It's very dry and crisp in Central Coast acidity, with mineral-laded flavors of lemons, limes, apples and pineapples, touched with vanilla and buttered toast.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel Road 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Carmel Road 15.3,Red,US,"Very tannic and gritty now. Shuts the fruit down with a dry, sandpapery astringency. But what great fruit. It's rich in blackberries, black cherries, currants, licorice and mocha, and is bone dry. Could and should age, but there's a certain sharpness that makes you wonder.",Anthem,60,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 2007 Anthem Meritage (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2007-anthem-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-valley/,Meritage,2007,St. Francis ,White,US,"This is one-third Pinot Gris, two-thirds Chardonnay, medium straw colored, with interesting scents of beeswax, sweet hay and light toast. The fruit is delicate, a mix of apple and pear with a hint of cinnamon. But it lingers gracefully, leaving a lemony trail.",Mika White Wine,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Z'IVO 2008 Mika White Wine White (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zivo-2008-mika-white-wine-willamette-valley/,White Blend,2008,Z'IVO ,Red,US,"Warmly sensuous in the mouth, this gentle and attractive Pinot Noir offers soft fruit, a mix of berries and plums, that slides gracefully across the palate. It's dappled with light hints of cracker and chocolate, and the balance is maintained until the very end, where there is a finishing heat spike from the 14.5% alcohol.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Plowbuster 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plowbuster-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Plowbuster 14.5,Red,Australia,"A soft, cuddly Grenache-based (55%) blend, Schild's GMS features red berry fruit with modest touches of cocoa and leather. It's very supple and round, easy to drink on its own. Probably best now and over the next year or so.",Old Bush Vine GMS Grenache-Mourvèdre-Shiraz,15,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2009 Old Bush Vine GMS Grenache-Mourvèdre-Shiraz G-S-M (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2009-old-bush-vine-gms-grenache-mourvedre-shiraz-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa/,G-S-M,2009,Schild Estate ,Red,US,"An affordable blend that is almost 60% Malbec, the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, Franc and Syrah. It drinks well, smooth and polished, and the rough tannins that can often overtake the fruit in this region have been nicely managed here, pulling the wine into balance. Strawberry and light black cherry, some herb and tar, and good grip for an everyday red.",Velo Red,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Velocity 2007 Velo Red Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velocity-2007-velo-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Velocity ,White,US,"A quick sniff and you're converted to this cool, refreshing white wine. The aromas carry the promise of citrus rind and sea salt; that tangy character livens up the cool fruit flavors also. Aged in stainless and neutral oak, just enough to soften up the midpalate while retaining its crisp definition.",,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Watermill 2008 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Watermill ,White,US,"Bold and fruity, this runs through a spectrum from tart lemon to ripe pineapple to hints of something riper and sweeter, like banana or papaya. A good alternative to Chardonnay for those who favor fruit over oak.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Waterbrook 13.5,Red,Spain,"Familiar aromas of black fruit, licorice and earth get it going, followed by saturated body weight that reaches all corners of the mouth while displaying earthy, chunky blackberry and black cherry flavors. Flush, comfortable and slightly heavy. Drink now through 2012.",Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-2004-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Ramirez de la Piscina 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very big, extractedly fruity Bordeaux blend. Right now, it's tannic and sharp and dry, but it has explosive blackberry, black currant and dark chocolate flavors. Rather too angular and awkward for complete enjoyment, but cellar for 4–6 years and try again.",Non Plus Ultra,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paoletti 2007 Non Plus Ultra Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2007-non-plus-ultra-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Paoletti 14,White,France,"A quirky wine, but largely successful, with upfront tones of clove-spiced orange peel and baking bread followed by dried fruit notes in the mouth. The long finish is on the sweet side and winds down to a note of Asian candy.",Le Moine Mœnchberg Grand Cru,55,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Le Moine Mœnchberg Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-le-moine-moenchberg-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 12.5,White,Austria,"A broad, rich wine with spice, pepper and a fine, fresh acidity. This is ripe, retaining a good balance. Screwcap.",Gedersdorfer Moosburgerin,15,88,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2009 Gedersdorfer Moosburgerin Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2009-gedersdorfer-moosburgerin-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Felsner 11.5,White,US,"There's a whiff of summer—ripe yellow peaches caramelizing on the grill—trapped between the many layers of this honeyed, off-dry Riesling. The palate is polished with an undertone of wet stones and notes of freesia and grapefruit zest. Brisk acidity and a long, minerally finish round out this cheerful yet focused wine.",Semi Dry,15,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2008 Semi Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Konstantin Frank 13.5,White,France,"Soft-textured wine, open to spiced pear and apricots with kiwi fruit acidity. It takes a while before the bite of pepper and the richness come through. There is weight and intensity on the finish.",Les Princes Abbés,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2008 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2008-les-princes-abbes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Domaines Schlumberger 12.5,White,France,"Broad and ripe fruit, hinting at spice. There is weight, pear and peach flavors balanced by a good element of acidity. The final flavors continue the broad texture.",,15,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2008 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Domaine Specht ,Red,US,"Stiff and tannic, this dark and steely Syrah is scented with loam, lead pencil and blackberries. The blackberry fruit is matched, but not over-matched, with darker notes of tar, coffee and bitter chocolate. Tannins are a little rugged, but not overbearing, and carry a hint of green coffee.",Mason Dixon,28,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Francis Tannahill 2006 Mason Dixon Syrah (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-tannahill-2006-mason-dixon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2006,Francis Tannahill 14.5,Red,France,"This is an ambitious effort, with prominent sawdust and campfire notes from toasty new oak that lead to a dense palate with muscular tannins and strawberry fruit that carries over to the medium finish. Give this one a few years in the cellar to come together.",Terre des Anges,37,88,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Paradis 2007 Terre des Anges Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paradis-2007-terre-anges-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Red Blend,2007,Château Paradis 13.5,Rose,France,"Color of sock-eye salmon with coppery glint. Slight reductive nose at first that blew off to reveal delicate red-currant, wild strawberry and crushed stone aromas. Attractive flavors of juicy cherry, watermelon, white chocolate, sorrel, anise and spice. Fresh, crisp and clean. Medium bodied with a delightful savory kick on the finish.",,18,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château de Trinquevedel 2009 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trinquevedel-2009-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2009,Château de Trinquevedel 13,Red,France,"Attractive deep color. Fairly intense baked red and bramble fruit, hickory smoke, peppery spice and a nuance of eucalyptus. Plummy, with notes of prune, earthy flavors. Chewy tannins, a little grainy on texture, but appealing in its slight rusticity. Moderately long savory finish.",1753,15,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Campuget 2007 1753 Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-campuget-2007-1753-shiraz-syrah-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Syrah,2007,Château de Campuget 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva opens with a lean, compact color and vinous aromas of forest berry and cherry. There's crisp acidity here that will pair perfectly with foods that have a fatty element such as ricotta-filled pasta or butter chicken.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canneta 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneta-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Canneta 13,White,US,"This is a very nice, elegant wine for cleansing the palate. It's absolutely bone dry, with zesty acidity and subtle flavors of lemons, limes, steely minerals, spices and a touch of honeysuckle. Places itself in the upper echelons of this variety in California.",Rava Blackjack Vineyad,18,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2009 Rava Blackjack Vineyad Grüner Veltliner (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2009-rava-blackjack-vineyad-gruner-veltliner-central-coast-monterey/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Darcie Kent Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"Nice wine with standard Rioja aromas of raspberry, vanilla, licorice and dill. The palate has life and kick due to protruding acidity, while the flavor profile is based on snappy, high-toned plum and red berry. Softer on the finish, where butter and vanilla notes rise up. Drinkable now but will hold for another few years.",Reserva,22,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-2004-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Castillo Labastida ,White,US,"Creamy and smooth, this barrel-fermented Viognier has peach and citrus fruit, with grace notes of ginger and nutmeg. There is even a hint of honey as it gathers strength in the back of the throat, with noticeable alcohol also.",,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2008 Viognier (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2008-viognier-other/,Viognier,2008,Coeur d'Alene ,White,US,"This is barrel fermented, and it's for the consumer who loves the oakier style of Chardonnay. This excellent vineyard has the fruit concentration and acidity to stand up to the barrel flavors.",Connor Lee Vineyard,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2007 Connor Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2007-connor-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,Arbor Crest 13.5,Red,Spain,"In many ways, this is Valdemar's best wine in that it's always consistent and satisfying. The nose on this vintage offers a blast of sweet coconut and then black fruit aromas, and while there's acidity front and center it doesn't come across sharp. Instead, the focus is on plum and raspberry fruit and a finish that picks up steam.",Conde de Valdemar Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2006 Conde de Valdemar Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2006-conde-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Valdemar 13.5,Red,Spain,"A nice, floral, medium-bodied Rioja that should not steer anyone wrong. The nose is harmonized and not overpowering, while the feel is good and easy and the flavors of berry, plum and mild chocolaty oak work well together. Holds its line on the finish as well.",Rioja Bordón Crianza,12,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2006 Rioja Bordón Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2006-rioja-bordon-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 13.5,Red,Spain,"Good, pure, dark and teetering on powerful, with strong, rich black plum aromas. The mouth is staunch and balanced, with full dark fruit flavors of blackberry along with bitter chocolate. Solid and clean throughout. A winner in its price range.",Capitoso,16,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altanza 2007 Capitoso (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanza-2007-capitoso-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Altanza 13,White,US,"A beautifully clean, crisply dry wine that offers plenty of minerals, but doesn't stint on the fruit. With citrus, peach, tart green apple, gardenia and gooseberry flavors, it's super-drinkable with a wide variety of foods. This unoaked blend consists of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris.",Cuvée Natalie,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Cuvée Natalie White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-cuvee-natalie-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2009,Brander 12.9,White,US,"Ultraclean and bright, as Bonterra's wines nearly always are, this Riesling shows good varietal flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, wildflowers and minerals. It's bone dry, and the acidity is wonderfully mouth-cleansing. Try as an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",,13,88,California,North Coast,Lake County-Mendocino County,Bonterra 2009 Riesling (Lake County-Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2009-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-county-county/,Riesling,2009,Bonterra ,White,US,"Soft, creamy and buttery, this will surely please those who like a banana cream pie style of Chardonnay. There's peaches in there too, and papaya—a lot of ripe fruit, nicely matched to the oak flavors. Drink now.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Basel Cellars 15,Red,Australia,"This superripe Grenache is supple and mouthfilling, coating the palate with an array of chocolate and cola richness. Some peppery, cinnamon-like aromas add a touch of nuance, but overall the impression is of slipping into an overstuffed chair that's comfortable at first but lacks the support for a long-term stay.",Prodigal,30,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2007 Prodigal Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2007-prodigal-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2007,Kilikanoon 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Snappy and a little green on the nose, with hints of juniper and green apple. The palate is perfectly good but nothing special, while the flavors of apple and citrus are punchy and pure. Frothy but controlled, with lots of flavor and forward kick. Apéritif city!",Brut Reserva,13,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2006 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2006-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Juvé y Camps 12.5,White,France,"Smoky, dried fruit-flavored wine. There is some sweetness, its ripe currant flavors boosted by a broad texture and some spice. The acidity seems to be missing.",Steinklotz Grand Cru,25,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2008 Steinklotz Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2008-steinklotz-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Helfrich 13,White,France,"Exotic perfumes and fruits dominate this wine. Its flavors are all about perfumes, a texture that only hints at minerality. No question about the variety here.",Steinklotz Grand Cru,25,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2007 Steinklotz Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2007-steinklotz-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Helfrich 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple but genuine rendition of Brunello with measured aromas of cherry, wild berry and Indian spice. There's more personality in the mouth, however, where the wine shows a soft, supple and smooth texture.",,72,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Togata 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/togata-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Togata ,White,Spain,"Smooth, fresh aromas suggest apple blossoms and sea air. The palate offers a proper zesty mouthfeel, zingy acidity, natural creaminess and nice flavors of green apple, sour melon and pineapple. At the end, lemony zap and lemongrass grace the finish.",,16,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Caña 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-cana-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,La Caña ,White,US,"The current downturn in demand for both grapes and expensive wines only helps A to Z; there is more good fruit to purchase, and plenty of demand at a $12 price point. This new Pinot Gris is fresh and racy, with a mineral-driven acidity underlying the clean fruit, tasting of pears and pear skin.",,12,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2009 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,A to Z 14.5,Red,France,"Attractive, deep ruby color with restrained aromas of baked black berry fruit, licorice and spice. Dense, ultra-ripe plummy flavors with notes of prune, raisins and mocha. Fairly extracted creamy texture and warming alcohol. Full-bodied, grippy tannins with a moderately long finish.",Les Galets Rouges,15,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mourgues du Grès 2008 Les Galets Rouges Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mourgues-gres-2008-galets-rouges-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château Mourgues du Grès 15.5,Red,Australia,"A big, burly, concentrated Grenache, Yangarra's High Sands bottling seems capable of evolving nicely over the next 3–5 years, although it is supple enough to drink now. Black cherry preserves gain structure on the finish in the form of finely dusty tannins.",High Sands,80,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2006 High Sands Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2006-high-sands-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2006,Yangarra Estate Vineyard ,White,US,"Still young and pulling itself together, this barrel-fermented Chardonnay already has a soft, lush, appealing mouthfeel. Flavors build upon barrel toast, butter and caramel, with clean green fruits and a hint of nut oil in the finish.",Dijon Clone,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Dijon Clone Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-dijon-clone-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards ,Red,US,"Strawberry preserves, leather and chocolate are all in the mix here, nicely mingled and mutually supportive. This is a sinuous, fleshy, fruit-driven wine, but there's plenty of chocolaty oak in the soft, lightly peppery finish. Forward and appealing, this is one to enjoy right now.",Treehouse,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2008 Treehouse Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2008-treehouse-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vista Hills 14,Red,France,"The nose is opulently fruity, with strawberry top notes and an undercurrent of cherry liquor. There's more nuance on the palate with dense notes of olive and coffee. Grippy, medium finish. Try with barbecue.",Baron Louis,21,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de Montfaucon 2007 Baron Louis Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montfaucon-2007-baron-louis-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Montfaucon 13.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant but austere, this bright Rosso delivers lively aromas of cherry cola, dried blueberries, spice and moist pipe tobacco. Floral and mineral tones appear in the mouth and the wine ends with a sweet but polished feel.",,25,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Camigliano 14.7,Red,US,"Very rich and attractive, although the tannins are rather strong, and give the wine a mouth-coating astringency. But the flavors are delicious, of ripe blackberries and black currants, edged with anise, chocolate and cedar. May be too soft to age, so drink up.",,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brookdale Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookdale-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Brookdale Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"Falls into the dark and roasted category, with aromas of leather, black fruits and toast. The palate is saturated and full, with dark, roasted black fruit, molasses and spice flavors. Warm on the finish almost to the point of being hot, but not quite. A very solid wine overall.",Crianza,19,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Tomares 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-tomares-2006-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Marques de Tomares 13,White,France,"Another wacky Riesling from Marc Kreydenweiss, this one somehow works. There's Asian spice here and an odd collection of oxidative aromas but also undeniable concentration and good length. Serve this unusual wine by itself or with Indian fare.",Le Château Kastelberg Grand Cru,105,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Le Château Kastelberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-le-chateau-kastelberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and buoyant, this Riserva Brunello offers loads of easy, fresh fruit with a point of ripe apple or white cherry. The wine is smooth and bright on the finish with fresh acidity that follows polished tannins.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio dell'Aquila 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-dellaquila-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Poggio dell'Aquila 14,Red,France,"Dark ruby color. restrained earthy, leather and plummy aromas lead to a more modern and extracted palate of jammy cherry-berry fruit, asphalt, black olive and spice. Full-bodied, creamy and smooth with supple tannins for easy drinking. Shows moderate complexity.",Le Clos,32,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Montirius 2007 Le Clos Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2007-le-clos-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Montirius 14,Red,Italy,Mocali is a well-established estate in Montalcino and I Piaggioni is one of its super Tuscan wines. This youthful expression of Sangiovese offers hearty cherry aromas with loads of pretty spice and vanilla at the back.,I Piaggioni,15,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocali 2008 I Piaggioni Sangiovese Grosso (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2008-i-piaggioni-sangiovese-grosso-toscana/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Mocali 14.5,White,US,"Super-zesty in acidity, this unoaked Sauvignon Blanc also is dry and rich. It swamps the palate with lemon, lime, grapefruit, fig and green grass flavors that finish long and spicy.",Fou Fou le Blanc,14,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mutt Lynch 2009 Fou Fou le Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2009-fou-fou-le-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mutt Lynch ,Red,France,"Full-bodied and lush, with a nose of ripe plums and mint and a concentrated palate of cherry, licorice and café au lait. There's good fruit intensity here and a soft bed of buttery tannins that carry over to the anise-flavored finish. Try with Spanish fare.",Réserve Grand Veneur,24,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2008 Réserve Grand Veneur Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2008-reserve-grand-veneur-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Alain Jaume et Fils ,Red,US,"This is a light, pleasant, balanced Syrah that shows a mix of earth, herb, saline, soy, cherry and chocolate flavors, but all subdued. Take a high-end Washington Syrah and lighten it up—those are the flavors here. If you value elegance and complexity, this will be just right for you.",,30,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2007 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2007,Folin Cellars 13,Red,France,"Youthful and overt jammy blackberry, raspberry, kirsch and vanilla aromas. Mouthwatering and plush with youthful cherry-berry fruit and vanilla cream. A little one-dimensional, but clean, fresh and easy to drink. Medium bodied with soft tannins.",Les Combelles,8,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,La Compagnie Rhodanienne 2009 Les Combelles Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/compagnie-rhodanienne-2009-combelles-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,La Compagnie Rhodanienne ,White,US,"Though labeled simply White Table Wine, this is all Riesling, done in an off-dry (3.1% residual sugar) style. The fruit is a powerful burst of apricot and peach, annotated with honey and caramel apples. It's sweet enough to have a little brown sugar-style graininess as well; could work with some desserts but also with spicy foods if the wine is well chilled.",Katie Mae White Table Wine,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2008 Katie Mae White Table Wine Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2008-katie-mae-white-table-wine-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Kana ,Red,US,"Here is an affordably priced Oregon Pinot that nonetheless spent 15 months in French oak, 20% new. This brings sappy varietal fruit flavors of cherry and raspberry, with a lick of caramel, presumably from the barrel aging. A great choice for near-term drinking.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Illahe ,Red,US,"A chewy, high-acid take on Merlot, with a strong herbal note to the tannins. It might almost pass for Carmenère. The fruit flavors are subdued but ripe enough, and the alcohol touches 14.7%. This is the sort of muscular Merlot that can take the place of Cabernet alongside a grilled steak.",Seven Hills Vineyard,28,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tempus Cellars 2007 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2007-seven-hills-vineyard-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Merlot,2007,Tempus Cellars ,White,US,"Lovely natural acidity keeps this sweet wine light on its feet, underscoring the honeyed pear fruit flavors with grapefruit and a hint of minerality. For a wine in this price range, with 11,000 case production levels, it's a marvelous achievement.",Special Harvest,10,88,Idaho,,,Ste. Chapelle 2008 Special Harvest Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2008-special-harvest-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2008,Ste. Chapelle 14.3,Red,US,"A very nice Pinot Noir that's likeable for its silky texture, crisp acidity and cherry, raspberry and Dr. Pepper cola flavors, with a long, spicy finish. Seems at its best now, so drink up.",,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sojourn 13,Red,France,"Mildly coarse on the nose, with aromas of clove, cinnamon, floral berry fruit and cherry. A little dusty across the palate, and relatively complex in terms of its flavor profile, which features bright red fruits touched up by toasty coffee and mocha flavors. Fresh and nicely composed.",,23,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Vidal-Fleury 2008 Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2008,Vidal-Fleury 12,White,US,"Benefits of bottle aging show well in this late release by Shaw. Clean and minerally with a shower of freshly squeezed lemon and honeysuckle on the nose, this almost dry Riesling is lush with honey and white peaches on the palate. There's a sleek backbone of steel and slate that adds elegance to a lingering white tea finish.",Dry,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2007 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2007-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2007,Shaw 13.5,Red,Italy,"San Polo's Rosso di Montalcino offers classic aromas of cherry, black fruit and spice. But it also adds an extra layer of vanilla and sweet spice that makes for a very nice ensemble. It's smooth, rich and spicy on the close.",,25,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,San Polo 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,San Polo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple but genuine expression from Montalcino with bright, easy fruit tones covered by a delicate layer of spice and dried tobacco. It's not too complicated or rich, but the wine offers a fresh, easy experience nonetheless.",,79,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Conti Costanti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-costanti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Conti Costanti 14.5,Red,France,"This flavorful red has an intriguing nose of lavender, fresh herbs and campfire smoke giving way to a crisp, cherry-flavored palate that's got just a bit of grip to it. The long, intense finish is reminiscent of a mocha and cream liquor.",Truffière,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2008 Truffière Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2008-truffiere-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Coste Chaude 15,White,France,"Initially the wine seems almost oxidized; with time it improves and displays a solid, chunky palate of apricot, orange, lime jelly and creamy vanilla. Spicy late, with touches of anisette and white pepper to match wits with honeyed length. Gets better the more time you spend with it.",La Pastourelle,31,88,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Delas Frères 2008 La Pastourelle (Muscat de Beaumes de Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2008-pastourelle-muscat-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat,2008,Delas Frères 14,Red,Italy,"Gianni Brunelli's elegant Brunello opens with a bright ruby color and a lean, tonic appearance. Yet the aromas of cherry, anise seed and wild flowers are intense and beautiful. The mouthfeel is streamlined and compact.",,75,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Gianni Brunelli 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-brunelli-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Gianni Brunelli 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, dense Pinot Noir, and quite a good one, although it's a bit sharp in acidity. Really packs in the black cherry and oak flavors, with a long, red licorice finish, but it's immature, and needs time to come together. Give it 2–3 years.",Clone 115,55,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2008 Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fess Parker 14.1,Red,US,"A big, rich, exuberant Pinot Noir. Floods the mouth with cherry pie, raspberry tart, vanilla and sweet oak flavors that are frankly delicious. It's a bit one-dimensional, but clean and crisp. Best now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fess Parker 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very successful Rosso di Montalcino with great intensity and loads of cherry and bright berry personality. There are austere notes of earth, cola and spice at the back and the wine feels smooth and silky on the palate.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Casisano Colombaio 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casisano-colombaio-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Casisano Colombaio 13,White,Italy,"Here's a gorgeous Vermentino (with small percentages of other white grapes blended in) that shows a luminous, golden color and bright aromas of white peach, apricot and dried hay. The wine makes an extremely clean, fresh and vibrant impact in the mouth.",Belguardo,17,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2009 Belguardo Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2009-belguardo-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2009,Mazzei ,White,US,"This is oily and ripe, with plenty of butter, butterscotch and toasty new oak. What elevates it, as with all Pacific Northwest Chardonnays, is the extra acidity, that provides a foundation of support under the lush fruit and generous new oak. It might smooth out a bit over the next couple of years, but it's a wine built to be savored sooner rather than later.",SV Estate,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2008 SV Estate Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2008-sv-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Stoller 12.5,White,US,"Made the way Pinot Grigio should be. Bone dry and zesty in acidity, it has citrus, mineral and floral flavors that finish with a scour of peppery spice. A brilliant cocktail sipper that will also complement savory appetizers.",,19,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2009 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Longoria 15.1,Red,US,"If you think you don't like Syrah, try this one. It's so pretty, so easy to drink for its soft lushness, but is also quite complex. Offers gentle waves of raspberries, cherries, licorice, Canadian bacon and pepper that finish bone dry and spicy.",Estate Grown,28,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2007 Estate Grown Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2007-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Mounts 13.5,White,Spain,"For those who like an old-school, oxidized style of white Rioja (think López de Heredia), Murrieta's Capellanía is up your alley. The nose is almost like Sherry in its creamy, maderized state, while the palate is low in power, with coconut and lemon flavors. Finishes soft, with vanilla. A unique, identifiable white wine that's not for everyone. Drink now.",Capellanía,26,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 2005 Capellanía White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-2005-capellania-white-rioja/,White Blend,2005,Marqués de Murrieta 14,Red,Italy,"From the Castelnuovo dell'Abate subzone of Montalcino, this bright super Tuscan blend delivers ripe notes of mature cherry, coffee grounds, dried tobacco leaf and cassis syrup. There's a sweet tone of cherry and vanilla in the mouth and the wine's texture is thick and chewy.",Sassomagno,15,88,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Fanti 2007 Sassomagno Sangiovese (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2007-sassomagno-sangiovese-santantimo/,Sangiovese,2007,Fanti ,Red,US,"This multi-vineyard blend opens with light floral notes, hits the palate with spice, clove and pepper, then brings in cranberry and pie cherry fruit. Complex and racy, it will be best with additional cellaring.",,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Seven of Hearts 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Seven of Hearts ,Red,Italy,"An austere element of smoked meat, moist pipe tobacco and ripe blackberry opens the nose of this concentrated Rosso di Montalcino. This is a brawny, masculine wine with loads of spicy intensity to match marinated barbecue steak.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Pietranera 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietranera-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pietranera 14.5,Red,US,"Hard in tannins and acidic, this is a pretty unrelieved wine when it comes to palate enjoyment. It's not offering much, but there is a big heart of blackberries and dark, ripe cherries, leading to speculations about ageability. Since this is Petite Sirah, it's likely to gradually soften and mellow for at least ten years.",Reserve,38,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2006 Reserve Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2006-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Concannon ,Red,US,"Round and fruity, with a tasty mix of apples, peaches and citrus, this tastes like fruit, not barrel, and would be an excellent choice if a hearty, non-oaky white wine is called for. There's good balance and length, with a resonant hint of minerality in the finish.",,22,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2009 Marsanne-Roussanne (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2009-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-southern/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2009,Cliff Creek 13.5,Red,France,"Deeply colored, bramble and black plum fruit aromas with savory earthy notes. Round on the palate with grippy tannins. Quite extracted with lots of plummy and blackberry flavors, with hints of tar, forest floor and creamy cappuccino on the finish.",Les Combelles,9,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,La Compagnie Rhodanienne 2009 Les Combelles Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/compagnie-rhodanienne-2009-combelles-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,La Compagnie Rhodanienne 14.4,Red,US,"A solid coastal Pinot. Shows lots of typicity in the dryness, crisp acidity and earthy, mushroomy flavors of cherries, and the way the tannins scour the palate. Drinks a bit hard now. Give it a year or two in the cellar.",,44,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roadhouse Winery 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roadhouse Winery 14.5,White,US,"Aims for the New Zealand style, and largely gets it right. It's a bone-dry, acidic wine, with a steely minerality and flavors of tart citrus fruits, like lemons, limes and grapefruits. This minimalist approach is sorely welcome in the lineup of California whites.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Justin ,White,US,"Lovely aromas pour from the glass, a heady mix of lime, Asian pear, cucumber and apple. In the mouth some sweet honey pours over the crisp fruit, and the wine feels lush and perfectly melded, despite its youth. Residual sugar is under 2% and the alcohol just 12%.",,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Red,France,"Deep, dense, purple color. Pronounced aromas of toasty vanilla, clove, sweet spice dominate the backdrop of ultra-ripe black fruit. Modern, forward style with lots of vanilla cream, coffee and spicy blackberry pie flavors. Full-bodied, plush, extracted with supple tannins. Sort of 'Shiraz' with a more savory finish.",Esprit de Granit,29,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2007 Esprit de Granit (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2007-esprit-granit-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,Cave de Tain ,White,US,"An unusual combination of flavors that are searingly tart and yet seem to have a sugary core, this is scented with honeysuckle and orange blossom, and opens out quickly into a fruitbowl of ripe, tangy flavors. Apples, pears, oranges, candied lemons, even a hint of papaya are all in the mix. But be ready for some tongue-tangling acidity.",,18,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2008-riesling-other-columbia-valley-or/,Riesling,2008,Cathedral Ridge 13.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet and full of raspberry aromas, foresty scents and sandalwood. Overall it's a well-made, intriguing Grenache with a fleshy, sturdy body and deep cherry, berry and chocolate flavors. It's a bit tannic, but that only helps the structure. Finishes nicely, with dry spice and vanilla notes.",La Miranda de Secastilla,15,88,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2007 La Miranda de Secastilla Garnacha (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2007-miranda-de-secastilla-grenache-garnacha-somontano/,Garnacha,2007,Viñas del Vero 14.5,Red,France,"Youthful dark purple color. Aromas of blackberry jam, candied cherry, spice and chocolate. Full-bodied, creamy with superripe black fruit flavors. Fairly fruit-driven, full-bodied and extracted with a creamy chocolate, toffee and sweet spice finish.",,10,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de Couron 2009 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-couron-2009-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Couron 12.5,White,Austria,"Attractive creamed apple aromas lead to a vividly fresh wine, packed with bright fruits, with a cool, steely edge. Delicious, crisp wine. Screwcap.",Terrassen Federspiel,19,88,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Terrassen Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-terrassen-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Domäne Wachau ,White,US,"An Aussie-style blend of 78% Sauvignon Blanc and 22% Sémillon. It's been a real success for Cadaretta, and this is in the same mold as previous efforts. Tasted just prior to release, it was loaded with crisp, primary fruit flavors of green apple, melon and grapefruit. Nice texture, and just a hint of barrel toast too.",sbs,23,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2009 sbs Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2009-sbs-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2009,Cadaretta ,White,US,"Old vine Pinot Gris? Sourced from the Jacob Hart vineyard, it's about 20 years old. Lightly beery, yeasty, with Asian pear and buttered apple providing the main flavor interest. This is an elegant, nicely balanced wine, with fruit and acid in perfect proportion.",Old Vine,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2008 Old Vine Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2008-old-vine-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Boedecker Cellars 13.8,White,US,"A secret of Santa Rita Hills is how kind the terroir is to Pinot Grigio AKA Pinot Gris. Babcock expresses its crisply acidic, long hangtime varietal flavors in an unoaked way, with splendid citrus and tropical fruit flavors, girded by a steely minerality. The wine, by the way, is dry, although it has a honeyed richness.",Naughty Little Hillsides,23,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2009 Naughty Little Hillsides Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-naughty-little-hillsides-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2009,Babcock 13.5,Red,France,"This thickly-textured red has a knock-out nose, with intense leather, raspberries and black olive along with hints of fresh flowers in the background. There's admirable density on the palate and a final lingering note of garrigue. This one's already had a few years in the cellar and is best drunk up before the end of 2011.",Gratitude Plan de Dieu,18,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château La Courançonne 2007 Gratitude Plan de Dieu Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couranconne-2007-gratitude-plan-dieu-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château La Courançonne 16.5,Dessert,France,"Deep black color with distinctive rancio, spirity, ultra-ripe nose. Sweet with warm, spicy jammy red fruit flavors. Full-bodied with moderate acidity, supple tannins. Well-integrated alcohol, smooth with a moderately long finish.",Signature,30,88,Rhône Valley,Vin Doux Naturel Rasteau,,Cave de Rasteau 2007 Signature Grenache (Vin Doux Naturel Rasteau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-rasteau-2007-signature-grenache-vin-doux-naturel-rasteau/,Grenache,2007,Cave de Rasteau 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark as night and thick, with heavy, modern aromas of shoe polish, bacon and ripe, roasted black fruits. The feel is concentrated and healthy, while the flavors run very ripe and dark, with plenty of oak thrown in. Finishes rich, with bacon, resin, black pepper and some burn. Seems more jacked up than its listed 14.5% alcohol.",,16,88,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Volver 2008 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volver-2008-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2008,Volver 14.5,Red,Australia,"Tri-Centenary refers to the fact that these vines have lived in parts of three centuries, being planted prior to 1901. The 2006 isn't the most profoundly complex of recent vintages, but instead offers remarkably pure essences of cherries and berries, allied to a wonderfully silky texture that makes it awfully easy to drink.",Hand Picked Single Site Tri-Centenary Vineyard Vine Vale,70,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2006 Hand Picked Single Site Tri-Centenary Vineyard Vine Vale Grenache (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2006-hand-picked-single-site-tri-centenary-vineyard-vine-vale-grenache-barossa/,Grenache,2006,Yalumba 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"If someone says Vilarnau brut, you should say, yes, I'd love a glass. This bubbly will win you over with its dense but controlled palate and flavors of orange and sweet, ripe grapefruit. It has a bit of green to it and it draws back nicely on the tongue without overfizzing.",Brut,15,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Vilarnau NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilarnau-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-116493/,Sparkling Blend,,Vilarnau 14,Red,France,"Youthful bright cherry, blackberry aromas. Easy drinking wine , modern and fresh. Fairly bold black fruit flavors of tart cherry, plums, licorice and a dusting of cocoa, mocha on the finish. Medium-bodied, smooth with supple tannins.",,13,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vidal-Fleury 2009 Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2009-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Vidal-Fleury 13,White,Spain,"From Miguel Angel de Gregorio of Finca Allende, this is a nice, thorough, creamy white with aromas of white fruits, vanilla and straw. The palate has spiced peach, apple and pear flavors, and the finish is exceedingly creamy and deep. Shows elegance and adequate power, but needs to be drunk soon.",,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2008 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2008-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2008,Finca Nueva 13,White,Spain,"Crisp, clean and nice on the nose, with a hint of white pepper. The palate is round and not overly acidic, making it friendly and endowed with mass appeal. Flavors of green melon and citrus are smooth and not too demanding, while the finish is easy and clean. A welcome entry into the land of Rueda and its Verdejo.",,11,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Emina 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Emina 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a thick and brawny Brunello that shows a lot more heft and personality than some of the weaker expression from the 2005 vintage. Fattoria Scopone presents a rich and textured wine with ripe notes of cherry liqueur and blackberry followed by firm, gritty tannins.",,40,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria Scopone 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-scopone-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fattoria Scopone 14.9,Red,US,"A lovely Zinfandel, soft and dry, with luscious cherry, raspberry and sandalwood flavors, dusted with pepper and cocoa. Easy to drink and versatile with everything from pizza to a grilled steak.",Zinman,14,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2007 Zinman Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2007-zinman-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2007,Perry Creek ,White,US,"A tongue-scraping, bone-dry style reminiscent of an Australian Riesling, this aromatic, juicy and lightly effervescent wine tastes of citrus fruits and skins, along with hints of grapefruit and cucumber. There's plenty of acidity to cut through rich sauces.",,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Penner-Ash 2008 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penner-ash-2008-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Penner-Ash 14,Red,Spain,"A good to very good wine with medicinality on the nose that takes over the aromatics. There's also the slightest bit of hard cheese and stem on the bouquet, so overall it is fighting an uphill battle. Along the way it delivers flavors of cough drop, cherry and a good, solid finish.",,69,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Neo 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neo-2007-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Neo 14.5,Red,Spain,"Deep and earthy smelling, with meatiness, black fruit and hickory notes to the bouquet. The wine offers concentration and thickness, with ripe, slightly medicinal flavors of plum and blackberry. The same goes for the finish, and overall this is a medium-to-full Grenache that gets it done.",Old Vines,15,88,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Quo 2008 Old Vines Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quo-2008-old-vines-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2008,Quo 14,Red,France,"Nicely complex nose of freshly crack black pepper, bright black berry fruit, hickory smoke and earthy, gamy notes. Layers of savory flavor, ripe bramble fruit, roasted meat and spice across the palate. Full-bodied, warm but balanced with a good tannic grip and lingering finish. A very honest wine.",Arabesque,19,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Montvac 2008 Arabesque Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montvac-2008-arabesque-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Montvac ,Red,US,"Helped by extra bottle age, this Syrah is the best of the latest releases from Cliff Creek. Balanced and varietal, its spicy berry fruit is highlighted with grapefruity phenolics. Flavors penetrate and stand up well into a medium-long, balanced finish.",,25,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2005 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2005,Cliff Creek 14.1,White,US,"Dry, tart and citrusy. Offers streamlined flavors of lemons, limes, tannic herb tea and minerals, with oak and lees adding much-needed richness. It's elegant in a Chablisian way, but trades fruity opulence for a more complex, connoisseur's austerity. Drink now, and don't over-chill.",Durell Vineyard,53,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tor Kenward 2008 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tor-kenward-2008-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Tor Kenward 13,White,Spain,"Broad, bold and buttery, with aromas of toasted white peach, flower blossom, vanilla and mild oxidation. The blend is 65% Viura with Malvasia and white Garnacha, and overall it's a round, stout, creamy wine with apple, vanilla and toasty, resiny flavors and finishing notes. A little heavy and sticky but nice for barrel-aged white Rioja.",Organza,29,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2008 Organza White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2008-organza-white-rioja/,White Blend,2008,Sierra Cantabria 14.8,Red,US,"The oak is strong, giving a toasty, charcoal aroma and tannic texture, and the acids and grape tannins likewise contribute to making this wine rather aloof. Underneath are good, complex cherry and raspberry flavors, with an earthy richness approaching chocolate. Seems to have all the parts in place to age. Try around 2012.",Estate Vineyard,70,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rutherford Ranch 2005 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2005-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Rutherford Ranch 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a lush and modern Rosso di Montalcino with bright aromas of spice and vanilla that play background roles to fresh cherry and raspberry. The wine boasts a smooth, supple texture and sweet fruit on the finish.",,25,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenute Silvio Nardi ,White,US,"Ste. Chapelle pioneered modern-era viticulture in Idaho, and for many years Riesling was the winery's main calling card. This new release, from the newly minted Snake River Valley AVA, showcases many of the region's strengths—delicate detail, honeysuckle and citrus blossom aromas mixed with citrus rind flavors, and a pleasing minerality.",Dry,8,88,Idaho,,,Ste. Chapelle 2008 Dry Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2008-dry-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2008,Ste. Chapelle 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Floral lilac and plum aromas greet you, followed by a chunky, frothy palate with crisp core acidity and toasty flavors of baked cherry and caramel. Finishes smooth and long, with peppery notes and dryness.",Brut Reserva,16,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2007 Brut Reserva Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2007-brut-reserva-pinot-noir-cava/,Pinot Noir,2007,Marqués de Gelida 14,Red,France,"An elegant wine, with sweet cherry fruit and high floral notes that set the stage for a lush, silky palate infused with notes of raspberry sorbet and fall leaves. Lingering finish of vanilla and baking spices.",Les Promesses,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,La Font du Vent 2007 Les Promesses Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/font-vent-2007-promesses-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,La Font du Vent ,White,US,"Give this wine some airing out to let the SO2 blow off, and it will reward you with a pleasant mix of orange peel, sweet citrus and honeydew fruit. The residual sugar is 1.35%, but it feels a bit sugary in the mouth—definitely in the off-dry camp. Some of the fruit is from a 1973 Sagemoor block, among the oldest Riesling in Washington.",Sagemoor Vineyards,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patit Creek Cellars 2009 Sagemoor Vineyards Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2009-sagemoor-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Patit Creek Cellars ,Red,Spain,"Opens with young, punchy aromas of candied raspberry and strawberry. The body is easygoing but the flavors and overall character are more complex than you might expect because Sastre only made this wine and a crianza in '08 while eschewing its high-end wines. With this youngster expect moderate size and intensity, and a full, semilong finish.",Roble,20,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña Sastre ,White,US,"From Dijon clones, this sculpted, tight, compact Chardonnay feels as if it is shut in a cocoon. Give it time (and decanting) to unwrap, and it shows elegant tropical and stone fruits, caramel, vanilla cream and butter flavors, backed with moderate acids.",SV Estate,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2007 SV Estate Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2007-sv-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Stoller ,Red,US,"A late release, very limited-production reserve, this still carries a youthful bite and shows a strong pine and herb component. It's solid and full, but a bit blocky, and fades rather quickly.",Cathy's Reserve,100,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2005 Cathy's Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2005-cathys-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Stoller 14.2,Red,US,"A very dry Pinot Noir, notable more for its clean elegance than opulence. Feels really sleek and crisp in the mouth, almost like a white wine. The flavors suggest tart cherries with the skins, peppery spices and a touch of cedar. Drink now.",,47,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roadhouse Winery 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roadhouse Winery ,White,US,"Underlying the tart fruit flavors of crisp apple and cucumber are spicy, peppery highlights. At the moment, the new oak barrel flavors often found are not evident, but wines go through interesting morphs along the aging curve. This one is just starting to soften up. Organically grown and limited to just 107 cases.",Reserve,32,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2007-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Rex Hill ,Red,US,"Organically grown and sourced from the Dundee Hills AVA, this is from the lighter vintage of 2007. It's balanced and ripe enough, but feels a little thin. What does stand out are the excellent aromatics, already sliding into maturity, and offering intriguing scents and flavors of cola, cured meat, moist earth, truffle and salt.",Dundee Hills,38,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2007 Dundee Hills Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2007-dundee-hills-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Rex Hill 14.5,Red,Italy,"Among the most extracted and thick Brunellos of this vintage, Tenuta Oliveto offers a compelling wine with fresh tones of cherry, red apple and wild berries. There's a slightly thorny or sharp nature to the bouquet that reminds you of sour fruit, blue flowers and underbrush.",,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Oliveto 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-oliveto-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta Oliveto 14.5,Red,France,"Restrained earthy, leather and subtle baked black plum aromas. Full-bodied and plush on the palate, dense layers of rich, ripe forest fruit with hints of cola, licorice, clove and black pepper. Ripe, smooth and long with firm gripping tannins.",Les Rabassières,16,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Maison Bouachon 2007 Les Rabassières Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2007-rabassieres-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Maison Bouachon 14.3,Red,US,"A flavorful, well-made Pinot for drinking now. Has a nice, silky texture, with brisk acidity framing savory raspberries, cherries, cola, vanilla and exotic sandalwood.",Amber Ridge Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2008 Amber Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-amber-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri ,White,US,"This has the sort of tart, lemon custard flavor you might find in a French pastry. It's snappy and fresh, the fruit amplified with toasty oak scents and accents. Still young and raw, it will profit from decanting and/or a couple more years in bottle.",Elvenglade Vineyard,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Seven of Hearts 2008 Elvenglade Vineyard Chardonnay (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2008-elvenglade-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Chardonnay,2008,Seven of Hearts 14.8,Red,US,"This is a nice, likeable Cabernet made for drinking now. It shows fancy Napa tannins and ripe, sweet flavors of blackberries, red cherries, licorice and sandalwood that are intense and concentrated in the way of mountain fruit. Lovely and easy, it will develop bottle complexity over the next 2–3 years.",,59,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Sojourn 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sojourn 11.8,White,US,"From start to finish, there's so much going on with Lamoreaux Landing's Yellow Dog. Honey and orange blossom aromas are laced with a whisper of musk. The bright lemon-lime sweetness is balanced elegantly with a distinct minerality evocative of smoke, slate and stone, and a bracing acidity that drives a lingering finish.",Yellow Dog Vineyard,20,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2009 Yellow Dog Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2009-yellow-dog-vineyard-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lamoreaux Landing 10.9,White,US,"There's a hint of smoke throughout the nose and palate that adds a layer of complexity to this sweet, pretty Riesling. Aromas of honeysuckle blossoms combine with the freshness of pressed apples and a bright, high-toned acidity. Smoke, slate and stone kick in to create a long, elegant finish. Overall, a well balanced, enjoyable wine.",Round Rock Vineyard,20,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2009 Round Rock Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2009-round-rock-vineyard-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lamoreaux Landing 15.1,Red,US,"You'll find lovely, complex flavors of raspberries, cherries, red currants, spices and smoky vanilla notes from oak in this dry, pleasant wine. It's also very tart, biting into the palate with a cut of acidity, which seems to be a trait of the vintage. Good now, if a little direct.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,44,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pali 2008 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali ,Red,US,"Zerba's crowd-pleasing Wild Z blends Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah about equally, with a splash of Cabernet Franc to finish it off. It's a ripe, full, forward, chocolaty mouthful. It keeps the red fruit tart and tantalizing, while loading in the barrel flavors (French and American) to round off the finish. A fine follow-up to the excellent 2006.",Wild Z,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Zerba Cellars 2007 Wild Z Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2007-wild-z-red-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Red Blend,2007,Zerba Cellars 14.2,White,US,"A wonderful Sauvignon Blanc, bone dry and tartly crisp, with mouthwatering flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits, minerals, vanilla and peppery spices. Entirely unoaked, it's a fine cocktail sipper, and great with savory little appetizers.",Mary's Vineyard,24,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Trinchero 2009 Mary's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2009-marys-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Trinchero 13.5,White,US,"A clean, brisk Chardonnay made from this small, cool part of Monterey County's Salinas Valley. Shows its region's bright acidity, and also its long hangtime flavors of pineapples, peaches, green apples, limes and minerals. Nothing fancy or showy, just a really nice Chard at a fair price.",Gravelstone,13,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 2008 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2008-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Jekel ,Red,US,"Exotic scents immediately characterize this wine as fascinating; weaving together incense, smoke, wild berry, baking spices and plum jam. Yet the wine retains a delicacy, lightness, its flavors based upon juicy acids rather than new oak. It showcases the fruit, and does so with grace and panache.",,22,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2007 Malbec (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2007-malbec-southern-umpqua-valley/,Malbec,2007,Abacela 13.5,White,US,"A pretty good Chardonnay, dry and crisp and minerally. It comes from this famous vineyard in the heart of the southern valley, and shows proper flavors of green apples and peaches, with a firm minerality and fine acidity. Not particularly rich, but interesting and complex, and a good companion to food.",Saralee's Vineyard Reserve,25,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2008 Saralee's Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2008-saralees-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Francis Ford Coppola ,Red,US,"Folin's Misceo is a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, all estate-grown. The forward fruit flavors run through berries, cherries and red plums; the wine is nicely balanced with acid and tannin in proportion. Think southern Rhône, young vines and you are in the right ballpark.",Misceo,34,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2008 Misceo Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2008-misceo-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Folin Cellars 14.4,Red,US,"Quite a good Syrah, although it's a little too soft, so open it now because it won't hold for too long. It's dry and silky smooth in the mouth, with rich, ripe blackberry, blueberry, chocolate, bacon and pepper flavors.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2007 Syrah (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-knights-valley/,Syrah,2007,Ehret 13.5,Red,Italy,This special selection Brunello shows ripe notes of strawberry and raspberry backed by spice and mature cherry. It's smooth and bright with a touch of sour fruit on the close.,Selezione Madonna delle Grazie,90,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2005 Selezione Madonna delle Grazie (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2005-selezione-madonna-delle-grazie-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Marroneto 13.5,Red,France,"Deep, youthful, ruby color. Fragrant, focused, bright aromas of fresh raspberry and blackberry jam with a touch of creamy spice. Pure, juicy and fairly intense flavors of cherry-berry fruit with hints of mocha and black pepper that persist to a smooth, savory finiah. Lively texture with moderately high extract.",Vieilles Vignes,18,88,Rhône Valley,Coteaux du Tricastin,,Domaine de Grangeneuve 2007 Vieilles Vignes Red (Coteaux du Tricastin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grangeneuve-2007-vieilles-vignes-red-coteaux-tricastin/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de Grangeneuve 12.5,White,France,"Complex and exotic, this blend of Rolle (Vermentino) and Ugni Blanc opens with papaya and almond notes that fold into a flavorful palate of cantaloupe and guava. Winds up on a bright mango tone. Drink now to 2011.",Prestige,27,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2008 Prestige White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2008-prestige-white-cotes/,White Blend,2008,Domaine de la Sanglière 12.5,Sparkling,France,Light acidity and a crisp green-fruited texture offer fine freshness in this bright wine. The acidity is a delicious streak in the not quite dry final flavor.,Brut,20,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Château d'Orschwihr NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dorschwihr-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Château d'Orschwihr 14,White,France,"This is a starkly mineral wine, with straightforward apple aromas followed by a crisp, bright palate infused with notes of beer nuts. Finishes light and dry, with a final accent of lemon peel.",Turckheim Heimbourg,64,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Turckheim Heimbourg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-turckheim-heimbourg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12.5,White,France,Congratulations to the Zincks on their back label with graphic details (rare in Alsace) of the sweetness of this smooth but dry Pinot Blanc. The wine has creamed apple and almond flavors and attractive acidity. Screwcap.,,13,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2009 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2009-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Domaine Zinck 13.5,Red,France,"Gamy, earthy, slightly murky aromas with enough black plummy fruit showing through. More promising on the palate with plenty of dark berry fruit, black olive and gamy flavors. Fairly dense, round and tannic. Full-bodied with a moderately long finish.",Nouvelère,40,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 2006 Nouvelère (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-vincent-jaboulet-2006-nouvelere-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2006,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet ,White,US,"Already showing some tawny color, this is a drink-up-quickly bottle. Softly fruity, it also carries a hint of residual sweetness, honeysuckle and Earl Grey tea. Right now it is drinking nicely, with pear tart, brioche and a little honey and vanilla crème running through the finish.",,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2009 Pinot Gris (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Gris,2009,Coeur de Terre 13.9,White,US,"Fermented in a mix of stainless steel barrels and neutral oak barrels, this was fermented with native yeast and given sur lie aging. It went through 100% malolactic fermentation, which has softened the mid-palate, a mix of lemon, grapefruit and Satsuma orange. There are still traces of phenolic bite, but those citrus rind flavors have been well rounded also, though this carries some heat in the finish.",Renovação,16,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2009 Renovação Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2009-renovacao-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Coelho 11.5,White,US,"This aromatic semisweet Riesling is a bouquet of jasmine blossoms and luscious pears laced with lime and musk. Sweet honeycrisp apples and powdered sugar on the palate meld with a tang of acidity and a long, mouthwatering finish.",Semi-Dry,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Belhurst 2009 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Belhurst 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a tight and compact expression from Montalcino with bright tones of cherry wood, wild berries and violets that are delivered in steady aromatic pulses. The finish is not too long or persistent, but the flavors are fresh and very tasty while they last.",,65,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Canalicchio di Sopra 12,White,France,"Lightly floral, showing a hint of minerality and pink grapefruit fruit. There is a fine apple skin edge to this bright wine. Screwcap.",Baron de Hoen,12,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Beblenheim 2008 Baron de Hoen Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-beblenheim-2008-baron-hoen-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Cave de Beblenheim ,White,US,"From the original Kiona vineyard planting in 1975, this big, lush Chardonnay fills the palate with ripe banana and stone fruit flavors. It was barrel fermented, then moved to stainless, and put through partial malolactic. Good definition, acidity, and a hint of minerality.",,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Patit Creek Cellars 2009 Chardonnay (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Chardonnay,2009,Patit Creek Cellars ,White,US,"An unusual mix of Melon (from Eyrie) and Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc (from Washington's Lonesome Springs vineyard). All grapes were barrel-fermented, and the blend works nicely. This wine has a supple, creamy mouthfeel, wrapping its citrus, pineapple and Meyer lemon fruit in buttery toast, all nicely balanced.",Three White Wine,18,89,Washington-Oregon,,,Z'IVO 2007 Three White Wine White (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zivo-2007-three-white-wine-washington-oregon/,White Blend,2007,Z'IVO 14.5,White,US,"Quite dark in color, with a weird gold-orange hue, but tastes clean and zesty. French oak barrel aging gives a vanilla, buttered-toast edge to the apricot, papaya, orange and honeysuckle flavors. Ready now as an exotic alternative to a barrel-fermented Chardonnay.",Alder Springs Vineyard,32,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Carlotta 2008 Alder Springs Vineyard Marsanne (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlotta-2008-alder-springs-vineyard-marsanne-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Marsanne,2008,Carlotta 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe and plump Brunello that could use two or three years of cellar aging to allow the oak notes to fully integrate. The quality of the fruit is excellent—cherry, blackberry and currants abound. Immediately behind those aromas, however, is loads of spice, smoke and tar. Drink after 2012.",Ugolforte,50,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta San Giorgio 2005 Ugolforte (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-giorgio-2005-ugolforte-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta San Giorgio 13.5,White,US,"Fills an important niche in California whites, a bone-dry, tartly crisp, minerally wine that gets the mouth watering. With pleasant citrus, floral and peppery spice flavors, it's perfect as a cocktail sipper with appetizers, like puff pastries, grilled veggies, toast rounds with goat cheese.",,11,89,California,California Other,California,Robert Pepi 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pepi-2008-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Robert Pepi ,Red,US,This is a standout in this price range. The well-defined cherry/cranberry fruit is wrapped in fresh rosemary and tarragon spices; the tannins are polished and there is an intriguing scent of pine forest that permeates the finishing flavors also. Such complexity is not always found in wines twice as expensive.,JV Estate,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2007 JV Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2007-jv-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Stoller 14.5,Red,Italy,"Riccardo Talenti's 2005 Brunello offers slightly raw or sharp notes of white cherry, forest berry, spice and cola. There's definition and linearity here capped by fresh acidity and a specifically firm or polished quality to the tannins.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Talenti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Talenti 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 60% Grenache shows in this wine's red-berry aromas and flavors, while the 20% Mourvèdre imparts a slightly horsey, leathery note. It's full-bodied and lushly textured, it just doesn't seem quite as harmonious at this stage as some earlier vintages.",The Steading,35,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2006 The Steading Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2006-steading-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Torbreck 13.5,Red,Italy,"Piccini offers a great opportunity to experience Brunello di Montalcino to those who may not already be familiar with this storied Tuscan wine. Available at a more attractive price, the wine is lean and compact with bright notes of cherry, blackberry and exotic spice.",Villa al Cortile,45,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piccini 2004 Villa al Cortile (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2004-villa-al-cortile-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Piccini 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A toasty, yeasty, organic grape Cava with butterscotch, vanilla and baked fruit aromas. The palate has good balance, while the flavors are citric but not sour, with pineapple and orange leading the fight. Clean and not complicated, but more elegant than the average Spanish sparkler.",Brut Reserva - Made with Organic Grapes,18,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2007 Brut Reserva - Made with Organic Grapes Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2007-brut-reserva-made-with-organic-grapes-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Marqués de Gelida 13,White,France,"Enticing aromas of orange blossom, ripe apricot, peach and pineapple. Quite full-bodied and succulent with ample stone fruit flavor, orange custard, dried herbs and anise. Smooth with some viscosity but not heavy with a slight smoked almond kick to the finish.",,13,89,Rhône Valley,Clairette de Bellegarde,,Mas Carlot 2009 Clairette de Bellegarde,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2009-other-white-clairette-clairette-bellegarde/,Clairette,2009,Mas Carlot 14.6,Red,US,"Raspingly dry and fierce in tannins, this Merlot is quite different from other Bordeaux-style red wines from Oakville that are ripe and lush. Doesn't offer much reward now due to the astringency, but has a solid core of blackberries. Hard to know if the fruit will outlast the tannins.",Harris Vineyard,50,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2007 Harris Vineyard Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2007-harris-vineyard-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2007,Nickel & Nickel ,Red,Spain,"Floral and fruity, with clean aromas. In the mouth, it's saturated and intense as if offers up a meaty set of dense fruit flavors. Doesn't show as much complexity, layering and variety as we might like to see, but it's pretty flashy and good for a 2007, a vintage that was problematic in this region.",Punta Esencia,95,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Neo 2007 Punta Esencia (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neo-2007-punta-esencia-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Neo 13.5,Red,France,"Layered nose of earthy, forest floor aromas with smoky, peppery and gamy notes. Nicely complex fruit and savory flavors, tart cherry, spice, clove, creamy toffee. Full-bodied, fresh with crunchy but supple tannins. Quite delicious all around.",Les Deux Anges Sablet,16,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de Cabasse 2008 Les Deux Anges Sablet Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cabasse-2008-deux-anges-sablet-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Cabasse 14,Red,Spain,"Concentrated and solid, but not a wrecking ball. The nose offers tobacco and earthy aromas, while the palate is jammy and smooth, with sweet flavors of blackberry, fig and tobacco. Spicy enough and pretty long on the finish, with another wave of tobacco. Almost too ripe but not quite. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Syrah, as is the 87-point 2006 vintage.",Finca Moncloa,35,89,Andalucia,Vino de la Tierra de Cádiz,,González Byass 2005 Finca Moncloa Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Cádiz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-2005-finca-moncloa-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-vino-tierra-cadiz/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2005,González Byass 13,White,Austria,"A broad as well as crisp wine that has great fresh, beautifully polished ripe pear fruit, lightly nutty in character.",Terrassen Smaragd,28,89,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Terrassen Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-terrassen-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2009,Domäne Wachau 12.7,Red,US,"Done in a lighter style, and listed at under 13% alcohol, this is scented with sweet strawberries and tastes like them also, with a soft core of fruit and very gentle tannins. Light streaks of sassafras and chocolate wrap it up.",Paciência Estate,42,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2008 Paciência Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2008-paciencia-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Coelho 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Toasty right away, with lightly baked apple aromas. The palate has a fine feel and good overall intensity, while the flavors of lemon, white grapefruit and apple are subtle and clean. Long and persistent, and showing quite a bit for a standard nonvintage Cava.",Petit Albet Brut Cava,19,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Albet I Noya NV Petit Albet Brut Cava Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albet-i-noya-nv-petit-brut-cava-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Albet I Noya ,White,US,"Auxerrois, a cross between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc, creates an aromatic, lively, citrus and pear fruit-flavored white wine with a delicious mix of fruit, spice and even a hint of white chocolate. Fresh and more interesting than many Chardonnays, this is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser at any picnic or barbecue.",Ribbon Springs Vineyard,22,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Adelsheim 2009 Ribbon Springs Vineyard Auxerrois (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-ribbon-springs-vineyard-other-white-auxerrois-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Auxerrois,2009,Adelsheim 14,Red,Italy,"There's a sharp, brambly quality to this Brunello that recalls aromas of forest floor, chopped herb and wild berries. You'll also get mineral tones, slight graphite tones and the mouthfeel is both drying and polished. Pair this wine with Porcini risotto or pork medallions.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Innocenti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocenti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Innocenti 14.1,Red,US,"Great price for this rich wine. It shows the density and concentration of mountain fruit, and also the tannins, with bone-dry flavors of blackberries and currants as well as hints of licorice and Canadian bacon. Good now with a few hours of decanting, and should develop in the bottle through 2013 or so.",Signature Series Mountain Cuvee,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Signature 2007 Signature Series Mountain Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2007-series-mountain-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kirkland Signature 14.5,Red,Australia,"A blend of two-thirds Shiraz, one-third Grenache, Kilikanoon's entry-level blend is a soft, easygoing combination of blackberries, cola, brown sugar and cinnamon. Drink it over the next year or two.",Killerman's Run,20,89,Australia Other,Australia,,Kilikanoon 2008 Killerman's Run Shiraz-Grenache (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-killermans-run-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-other/,Shiraz-Grenache,2008,Kilikanoon 14,Red,Italy,"Le Ragnaie offers an attractively well-balanced Rosso with equal parts spice, dark fruit and tobacco on the nose. In the mouth, this wine is full of dimension and power and its rich berry flavors last a long time.",,15,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Le Ragnaie 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ragnaie-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Le Ragnaie 14,Red,Italy,La Poderina's Rosso offers elegant notes of fine spice backed by small forest berries and currants. This wine excels at being intense and powerful but in a uniquely understated way. The finish is silky and smooth.,,40,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Poderina 14,Red,France,"This Côtes du Rhône strikes a subtle note, with understated cherry, clove and violet scents, followed by a full-bodied palate with dense layers of cinnamon, raspberries and spice. Winds down to an elegant berry note. Drink now.",Notre Passion Signargues,17,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,La Font du Vent 2007 Notre Passion Signargues Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/font-vent-2007-notre-passion-signargues-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,La Font du Vent 14,Red,Italy,"There's a meaty, smoked element to the nose of this Brunello that recalls beef jerky or sizzling bacon. Those hearty aromas are followed by delicate layers of blackberry, cherry and spice. The wine is bright and acidic in the mouth, which makes for an excellent balance.",,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Colombina 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombina-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Colombina ,Red,US,"Not sure which vineyard sourced the grapes, but this is a flavorful, ready-to-drink bottle of wine. There is substantial evidence of aging in expensive new oak barrels, with a lot of coconut flavor over toast, chocolate and cherry. Tannins are soft and the fruit is round and luscious; except for a slight fall-off in the finish this could be from any one of a number of well-known Walla Walla wineries.",,28,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Kramer 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kramer-2007-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Merlot,2007,Kramer 14,Red,Italy,"This hearty but genuine Brunello delivers steady aromas of cherry, forest fruit, cola, leather and black licorice. It feels simple and easy in the mouth and would make a perfect companion to lasagna with meat sauce.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Abbadia Ardenga 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbadia-ardenga-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Abbadia Ardenga ,Red,US,"As in earlier vintages, this is three quarters Cabernet, one quarter Merlot, from McClellan Estate, Lewis and Seven Hills fruit. You will find a clear and varietal flavor mix of cassis, herb and bark, with some spice and chocolate accents from barrel aging in half-new French oak. Good balance and persistence.",,24,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Watermill 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Watermill 12,White,US,"This beautiful Riesling from Chateau Lafayette Reneau opens with a delicate prickle of acidity that's wonderfully enticing on the tongue. Lush with aromas of ripe yellow peaches and nectarines, it's balanced artfully with a sharp, minerally edge and bright lemony acidity. Finishes quite dry.",Dry,15,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 14,Red,France,"Intense deep purple, black color. Very fresh on the nose with layered aromas of blueberry, blackberry, plum, and lifted notes of violets and a hint of black pepper. Very smooth and persistent across the palate where bold and vibrant black and red fruits mingle with nuances of licorice, clove and sweet spice. Richly textured, smooth, warm, but well balanced.",Le Pas de la Beaume,10,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Camille Cayran 2009 Le Pas de la Beaume Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-cayran-2009-le-pas-beaume-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Camille Cayran 14.7,White,US,"This is one of the drier, steelier Chardonnays on the market. It shows flavors of Meyer lemons, limes and tart white peaches, with a tantalizing acidity that makes the mouth water. Trades opulence for elegance, a nice wine for roasted salmon and sweet summer corn.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cali 351 2007 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cali-351-2007-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Cali 351 13.5,White,US,"Shows the dryness and raciness of all Brander's Sauvignon Blancs, with lovely, delicious citrus fruit, lemongrass, vanilla, honeysuckle and spice flavors. Just a delight to drink, at a great price.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brander 13,White,Spain,"Clean lines and fresh, oak-tinged aromas is what this Viura (with 10% Malvasia) is all about. The nose starts with lemon, green apple and a spot of vanilla, while the juicy palate brings bright white fruits, toasty oak and smoke. Not overly complex but not rudimentary or dull. A nice food wine and probably the best barrel-fermented white from Muga we've tried.",Barrel Fermented,16,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2009 Barrel Fermented White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2009-barrel-fermented-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Muga 14.2,Red,Spain,"Roasted and charred, with a a clear and present barrel influence along with thyme, herbs and tomato leaf. In the mouth, it's sweet and ready, with ripe berry flavors touched up by cocoa. Toasty and a little minty on the finish, but flavorful and perfectly good as a whole.",Campo Burgo Reserva,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Campo Nuble 2006 Campo Burgo Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-campo-nuble-2006-burgo-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Marqués de Campo Nuble 13.5,White,US,"Dry, dry, dry is the name of the game with this Sauvignon Blanc. It's rich in Meyer lemon, kaffir lime and pineapple flavors, with intense, zesty acidity for clean balance, and the finish is spicy and stimulating. A beautiful cocktail wine to get a fancy dinner started.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Dry Creek Vineyard 14.8,White,US,"Though the bottle says this hits 14.8% alcohol, it does not have the weight and depth that you might expect from that number. The heat is there, but the fruit is restrained, lightly herbaceous, showing some mild lemon and tangerine flavors, and a lick of quinine.",Velida Estate,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2008 Velida Estate Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2008-velida-estate-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Gamache ,Red,US,"Two thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, with the other Bordeaux grapes filling in the rest. Though this 2006 vintage was held back for some time to allow for extra bottle age, this is still a hard, tannic wine that requires decanting. The build-out is well done, tannins firm and moderately ripe, fruit flavors Bordeaux-like. Right now it's a bit monolithic, tasty enough, but without the textural interest that most Abacela wines display.",,32,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2006 Claret (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-southern/,Claret,2006,Abacela ,Red,US,"Light strawberry and black cherry fruit is the story here, backed with decent acidity. Tannins are dark and well-structured, so the wine keeps its balance. Though it does not have the weight or depth of Washington Syrahs, or the sweet berry flavors of California, it is soundly made, drinking well, fruit forward, and a good choice for warm weather sipping.",Del Rio Vineyard,23,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2007 Del Rio Vineyard Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2007-rio-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2007,J. Scott Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"You'll find some tart acidity in this dry Pinot Noir, which comes from the Napa side of Carneros. The tartness gives it a noticeable bite, but the flavors are very rich. They suggest cherries and raspberries, with notable contributions from oak. Ready now.",Poseidon's Vineyard,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Molnar Family 2008 Poseidon's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molnar-family-2008-poseidons-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Molnar Family 12,Sparkling,Spain,"A little gritty and tough on the nose, with hard strawberry and kirsch aromas. The palate is voluminous and foamy, with flavors of burnt blood orange and grilled pink grapefruit. Yes, there's a hard, burnt element to the wine, but this being Pinot Noir from Penedès that's to be expected.",Brut Rosé,18,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-y-camps-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cava-112607/,Pinot Noir,,Juvé y Camps ,White,US,"Firm and fresh, this puts pear and apple fruit front and center. There are some skin flavors also, lending a bit of phenolic bite to the finish.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Six Prong 2007 Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-prong-2007-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Six Prong 13.5,Red,France,"Bright and woodsy, this Syrah-dominant red is intriguing for its tapestry of earth and mushroom flavors interwoven with mixed berry fruit. There's enough acidity in the medium, yeast-scented finish to stand up to hearty red meats. Drink up.",,13,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Saint Andrieu 2007 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andrieu-2007-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Saint Andrieu 13.5,Red,France,"This charmer starts with a gorgeously fresh nose of cut grass layered over notes of dried cherries and tobacco leaves. Squarely in the European, just ripe style, it's light and elegant in the mouth and winds down to a lingering cigar tone. Drink now.",Les Charmes,17,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Beauchêne 2007 Les Charmes Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauchene-2007-charmes-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Beauchêne 13.5,White,France,"Rich, spicy wine, layers of pepper and soft fruits. The flavors show smoky peach and pear, with some weight behind the texture. It finishes well with a light layer of acidity.",Schofweg,30,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2007 Schofweg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2007-schofweg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Gustave Lorentz 14.5,Red,France,"This gutsy Côtes du Rhône opens with a patchwork of woods and earth notes as well interwoven with confected fruit and cola tones. There's good depth of flavor on the palate and a crisp, coco-dusted finish. Drink now.",La Réserve Plan de Dieu,13,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Camille Cayran 2009 La Réserve Plan de Dieu Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-cayran-2009-reserve-plan-dieu-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Camille Cayran 13,Rose,Spain,"Pink meets orange in terms of hue, while the nose gives a nice blend of sweet and snappy berry and citrus. The palate has a little weight and heft along with dry, white-peppery flavors of nectarine and apricot. Pithy, citrusy and healthy throughout. Good wine for the money.",Protocolo,7,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2009 Protocolo Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2009-protocolo-rose-vino-tierra-castilla/,Rosé,2009,Dominio de Eguren 13,White,France,"Sweet pear and banana-like aromas feature a touch of match stick in front of a viscous, round palate housing a mixture of orange, lemon, banana flavors. A panel-rated wine in which two reviewers liked its round mouthfeel and solid fruit content and one found it quite average, with a wan personality. Mostly Viognier and Roussanne.",La Fiole du Chevalier d'Elbène,17,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret,,Château La Courançonne 2009 La Fiole du Chevalier d'Elbène White (Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couranconne-2009-fiole-chevalier-delbene-seguret-white-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Château La Courançonne ,White,US,"A new offering from the country's largest producer of Rieslings, this fits an emerging off-dry category, with 11% alcohol and 4.7% residual sugar. It's a slightly sweeter companion to the winery's popular Columbia Valley bottling, with more of the honey and tea, less of the cool fruit flavors.",Harvest Select,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Harvest Select Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-harvest-select-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,White,France,"Light, fresh and easy wine, with pear and green apple fruit and a deft, soft texture. Totally ready to drink.",Bollenberg,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Château d'Orschwihr 2009 Bollenberg Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dorschwihr-2009-bollenberg-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Château d'Orschwihr ,Dessert,US,"This might be called banana Port, for a rich, banana flavor is what dominates. Of course, with Muscat, you will also find tangerine and orange, like a tangy sauce over the richer, creamier banana. You've got to think—pair this with a banana split? Could be the dessert of the century!",Port,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2006 Port Muscat (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2006-port-muscat-willamette-valley/,Muscat,2006,David Hill 11.2,White,US,"Ripe yellow peaches and cantaloupe combine elegantly with a hint of wet stones on the nose. A nice, tart acidity, steely backbone and a bitter citrus pith finish give this off-dry Riesling structure and balance.",,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Damiani 13.5,Red,France,"Subdued at first but then opened up to a compote of black fruit, espresso and black olive with hints of game, petroleum and leather. Chunky, burly texture with plummy, meaty, earthy, licorice flavors. Solid chewy tannins. Moderately complex savory, old world style.",Arènes Sauvages,46,87,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Cave de Tain 2007 Arènes Sauvages (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2007-arenes-sauvages-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2007,Cave de Tain 14.6,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese is much drier, more acidic and earthier than many other Napa reds. Therein lies its strengh and its weakness. It's a firm wine with suggestions of cherries and tobacco that will satisfy folks who complain about fruit bombs. But it's also pretty tart. Drink now with rich Italian-inspired fare.",La Castellana,65,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2007 La Castellana Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2007-castellana-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Castello di Amorosa 14,Red,Spain,"Minty black cherry aromas give it a solid opening, but there's also some mild cleanser and paint scents to the nose. The palate is basic, snappy, fresh and carries good weight, while the flavors are sweet, berry-oriented and softened by vanilla. A good Grenache with good balance.",Atteca Old Vines,16,87,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodegas Ateca 2008 Atteca Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ateca-2008-atteca-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2008,Bodegas Ateca ,Rose,US,"Many Oregon wineries produce a rosé from Pinot Noir, generally released in the spring for enjoyment over the ensuing warm weather months. Pinot makes a particularly light and elegant rosé, bone dry, tart and citric. This one suggests wild strawberries and hints of rose petals.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2009 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2009,Adelsheim 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and well concentrated Brunello with aromas that recall wild berries and appleskin. The fresh intensity of those aromas suggest slight volatility, but this doesn't seem to distract too much from the overall picture. In the mouth, the wine is very polished and squeaky clean.",Saporoia,45,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Baccinetti 2005 Saporoia (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccinetti-2005-saporoia-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Baccinetti 13.7,Red,US,"Elegant structure on this wine, with a graceful silkiness, although it's a bit lacking in concentration, especially at this price. Shows jammy cherry, raspberry and spice flavors, with a coating of smoky oak.",Grand Cuvee,40,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2008 Grand Cuvee Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2008-grand-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Babcock 14.5,White,US,"Clean, brisk and balanced, with good varietal flavors of pineapples, limes, peaches and exotic tropical fruits, brightened with zesty acidity. This is a good price for a classic California Chardonnay.",,13,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Irony 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Irony 14.3,Red,US,"Softly lush, a nice, fruit-forward Cabernet to drink now. Shows well-ripened blackberry and black currant flavors, finished with a touch of smoky oak. Good price for a Stags Leap Cab.",Signature Series,19,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Kirkland Signature 2007 Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2007-signature-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kirkland Signature 14.1,Red,US,"A rich, candied Pinot Noir, filled with raspberry, cherry and mocha flavors. It's a bit simple, but deliciously so, with a crisply silky texture.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2008 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri ,White,US,"This unique wine, made in California by Jed Steele, is sourced from Washington's only planting of Aligoté. Bright and spicy, it's anchored with solid apple/pear fruit flavors and zippy acidity.",,13,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shooting Star 2007 Aligoté (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2007-other-white-aligote-other/,Aligoté,2007,Shooting Star 14.7,Red,Australia,"A bit spicier than the other R Wines Shirazes, the 2007 Boarding Pass features mainly McLaren Vale fruit, offering blackberry tinged with coffee and peppery spice. Turns tart, tangy, almost a bit citrusy on the finish.",Boarding Pass,20,87,South Australia,South Australia,,R Wines 2007 Boarding Pass Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-boarding-pass-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2007,R Wines ,White,US,"Lightly lemony, slightly waxy in the nose, with interesting details of green berries, yellow fruits and citrus oils, this wine sneaks up on you. It's lively and clean, with flavors much like a crisp, stainless steel-fermented Chardonnay.",,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Torii Mor 2008 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Torii Mor 14.5,Red,US,"A good Cabernet, with pleasantly ripe blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, as well as a nice coating of sweet oak. Feels a little rugged in the mouth, with some edgy tannins. Give it a couple hours of decanting before service.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Titus 14.3,Red,US,"An interesting and quite good Cabernet Sauvignon for drinking now. It's soft and melted in the mouth, with rich, complex waves of blackberries, cherries, chocolate and anise, dusted with briary herbs and spices.",Altitude 2401 Fair Play Farms,35,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2007 Altitude 2401 Fair Play Farms Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2007-altitude-2401-fair-play-farms-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Perry Creek 13.5,White,US,"As always with Morgan's Pinot Gris, the 2009 is bone dry and ultracrisp in acidity, with mouthwatering citrus, apricot and green apple flavors. Great as a cocktail sipper, especially with shrimp cocktail.",R&D Franscioni Vineyard,17,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2009 R&D Franscioni Vineyard Pinot Gris (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2009-r-d-franscioni-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Gris,2009,Morgan 13.8,White,US,"Clean and crisp in acidity, this polished PG features citrus fruit, pear, white flower and spice flavors. It's a racy, mouth-cleansing wine that's nice as an apéritif as the day comes to a close.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2008 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Murphy-Goode 13.5,Red,France,"Lively aromas of juicy blackberry, raspberry, cherries and dark chocolate. Fresh and crunchy with ripe plummy flavors, licorice and black pepper. Slightly lean, but full-bodied with grippy tannins. Attractive smoky, savory finish.",Sepia,13,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Marrenon 2007 Sepia Red (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2007-sepia-red-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Marrenon 13.5,Red,France,"Deep ruby color. Savory aromas, sour plum and a hint of barnyard. Fairly full-bodied with super-ripe fruit, baked plums, jammy berries with some gamy, olive and clove notes. Smooth tannins, but a little warm and soft on the finish, cutting off the fruit.",Tradition,12,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas Carlot 2008 Tradition Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2008-tradition-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Mas Carlot 14.5,Red,US,"Hooray for Novy for producing this fine, inexpensive wine and for putting their name proudly on it, instead of hiding behind a second label. It's dry and crisp and totally drinkable, with pleasant berry, cherry and spice flavors.",Four Mile Creek,9,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Novy 2008 Four Mile Creek Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-four-mile-creek-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Novy 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese and Canaiolo offers a nose of berry fruit and light almond shadings backed by an easy, informal mouthfeel. Pair this fruit-driven red with pasta or pizza.",Fossetti,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocali 2008 Fossetti Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2008-fossetti-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Mocali 14.5,Red,France,"Restrained nose of delicate cherry fruit, hints of coffee and mineral notes. More concentrated plummy, candied cherry flavors, notes of tar, black olive and licorice. Full-bodied, slightly warm and rustic with chewy tannins, but attractive persistent savory finish.",Les Artèmes,21,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Domaine de la Citadelle 2007 Les Artèmes Red (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-citadelle-2007-artemes-red-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de la Citadelle 13,Red,France,"Deep concentrated color. Earthy, gamy, mixed berry, black olive aromas prevail with a lifted leafy note. Full-bodied and solid, slightly chunky texture but moderately high flavor intensity with more dominant raspberry, blackberry notes. Moderately complex with hints of anise and minerality.",Les Pierrelles,30,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Belle 2007 Les Pierrelles (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-belle-2007-pierrelles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Belle 11,White,US,"This wonderfully refreshing, dry Riesling is redolent of ripe honeydew melon and freshly pressed Granny Smith apples. Lime and a nice steely backbone combine mid-palate with the sour tang of lemon drops and a lingering bitter almond finish.",Dry,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Glenora 13,White,France,"A broad swathe of lychee gives the wine a perfumed sendoff. It is ripe, full in the mouth, with melon, white chocolate and a good amount of acidity.",,17,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2008 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2008-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Domaine Specht 14.5,Red,US,"The Mother Vine Cabernet is drinking soft and easy now, with gentle tannins framing slightly herbaceous blackberry and black cherry flavors, touched with smoky oak. It feels like a wine you want to age, although the softness suggests it won't for long.",Mother Vine Reserve,30,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Mother Vine Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-mother-vine-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Concannon 11.5,White,US,"Laced with baked apples, ginger and savory spices, there's something unique about the nose on this off-dry Riesling. On the palate, honeyed apples and pears combine with a tart lemon-lime acidity and a hint of bitterness on the finish.",,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Keuka Spring 14.5,Red,US,"Currants, black and red, are the dominant flavors of this drily elegant wine. You'll also find notes of briary blackberries and dark, unsweetened baker's chocolate. Best in the next few years before it loses fruity freshness.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lake Sonoma 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lake Sonoma 14,Red,Italy,"Lean and compact with subdued aromas of cherry and wild berry, this is an informal Rosso to drink with roast chicken or home-cooked meatloaf. The wine is smooth and rich on the palate and it offers a cleaning touch of acidity on the finish.",,23,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,La Fornace 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornace-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Fornace ,Red,US,"A mix of estate-grown and sourced (from the Rogue valley) grapes, this Oregon Merlot has black cherry and chocolate at its core, but quickly thins out, with very tart acidity. It's got its own style, with stiff tannins, the leaf and stem notes subdued, and a fine balance. But it will show best with food, especially steak.",,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2007 Merlot (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2007-merlot-southern/,Merlot,2007,Abacela 13.5,Rose,France,"This fresh and flavorful rosé is as easy to like as its gentle price tag. There's loads of youthful strawberry and peach fruit, propped up by a bright line of acidity that carries the flavors through to a medium finish. Pick this for your next warm weather gathering.",,11,87,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Bieler Père et Fils 2009 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bieler-pere-fils-2009-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2009,Bieler Père et Fils 15,Red,US,"Very tough and tannic now, and dry too, so that the ultimate impact is disagreeably harsh. That, despite a solid core of blackberries, black currants, violets, bacon and minerals. The question is one of ageability. The answer is that it's a gamble, as the wine, like the stock market, could go either way.",Morehouse Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Carr 2007 Morehouse Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2007-morehouse-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Carr 14.5,Red,France,"Vanilla, spice and peppery clove dominate the nose with some gaminess and black olive showing through. Lush, spicy cherry, coffee and licorice flavors. Full-bodied, slightly mouthwatering with gripping tannins and a dry vanilla finish.",Le Claux,63,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Château de Saint-Cosme 2008 Le Claux (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-saint-cosme-2008-le-claux-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Saint-Cosme 12,White,Italy,"Mocali's Fossetti estate delivers a fantastically crisp and easy white blend of Chardonnay, Moscato and Trebbiano with the natural creaminess, floral aromatics and freshness you'd expect of those three grapes respectively. It's the perfect fish or pasta salad wine.",Fossetti,15,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocali 2009 Fossetti White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2009-fossetti-white-toscana/,White Blend,2009,Mocali ,Red,US,"This Grenache-based wine includes 10% Tempranillo, 4% Malbec and 2% Syrah in the sophisticated blend. Recently bottled, it's still tight, tannic, and hiding much of its fruit. The aromas give an indication of what's to come—cranberry fruit and lemony acidity, with some firm tannins.",,22,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2008 Garnacha (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2008-grenache-garnacha-southern/,Garnacha,2008,Abacela ,White,US,"Fruity and spritzy, this fragrant, screwcapped Chardonnay is scented with apples, pears, a hint of grapefruit and spice. It's front-loaded, nicely balanced at 13% alcohol, and best enjoyed lightly chilled.",,15,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2008 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,A to Z 13.5,Red,Italy,"A brambly note of forest floor or exotic spice emerges first from the nose of this ruby-colored Rosso and is followed by floral notes of violets and dried lavender. The wine is fresh, thin and offers easy informality overall.",,20,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,La Colombina 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Colombina ,White,US,"Fresh and straightforward, this stainless steel-fermented Pinot Gris has simple, pleasant pear fruit flavors, and just a suggestion of caramel running through it. Perfectly suited for every day quaffing.",,13,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Illahe 13.5,Red,France,"Fairly deep youthful purple color. Enticing layered nose of bright raspberry, blackberry, wild strawberry and clove, cracked black pepper, black olive, garrigue and gamy notes. Very lively, fresh and persistent across the palate and packed with ripe dark fruit. Medium bodied, with firm tannins, smooth texture and lingering finish. Will hold 4-5 years.",CO HO LA,18,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Maison Rouge 2007 CO HO LA Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-rouge-2007-co-ho-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Maison Rouge 14,Red,France,"A solid choice, this weighty red shows cured meat and cherry notes alongside lower tones of dried herbs and spice. It's medium-weight and noticeably textured and finishes up on a strawberry jam tone. Serve with ribs.",Les Dolia Laudun,17,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Laudun Chusclan 2007 Les Dolia Laudun Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laudun-chusclan-2007-dolia-laudun-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Laudun Chusclan ,Red,US,"Organically grown and selected from a mix of specific vineyard blocks, Rex Hill's reserve is rather light in 2007, with tannins that are a bit out of proportion to the fruit. It's a carefully controlled effort, but thin and dilute, with strawberry/watermelon fruit and some tomato leaf creeping into the finish.",Reserve,42,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Rex Hill 14.2,Red,US,"Rich in cherries, raspberries, licorice, cola and sandalwood, this Pinot finishes dry and spicy. It has a lovely, silky mouthfeel, yet is quite sharp in acidity, and a bit one-dimensional. Best now.",Block 216 Clone 5 Pommard,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sierra Madre 2008 Block 216 Clone 5 Pommard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-madre-2008-block-216-clone-5-pommard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sierra Madre 12.8,White,US,"Very dry, this Riesling shows tart acidity, with apricot, green apple, citrus and floral flavors, and a tug of stony minerals. It's a severe wine, but well-structured and elegant. Fine as an apéritif sipper.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Andretti 2009 Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-andretti-2009-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,2009,Villa Andretti 14,Red,Italy,"Earthy aromas of white mushroom and dried roses that are characteristic of Tuscan Sangiovese are what you notice first here. The wine then segues to fruit and spice aromas, although those berry notes are on the mature and jammy side. Fresh acidity and firm tannins suggest a pairing with red meat.",,,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Vasco Sassetti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasco-sassetti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Vasco Sassetti ,Red,US,"This is a sharp, tart Pinot, scented with pine needles and showing wild strawberry fruit flavors and plenty of sharp acidity. In the mouth the fruit also reveals a cherry candy core, pretty but brief, and quickly winds down through a citrusy finish.",La Colina Vineyard,50,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Torii Mor 2008 La Colina Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-colina-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor 13.5,Red,France,"A classic Provence red: charming, light and fresh, with pretty red fruit and straightforward flavors of plum and bramble. There's a bit of tannin here but this is a wine to drink young, before the fresh fruit fades. Try with grilled spare ribs.",,11,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Houchart 2006 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2006-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2006,Domaine Houchart 14.5,Red,US,"Young, tannic and acidic now, this is a gritty wine not offering lots of pleasure because of the toughness, despite some very rich blackberry, black currant, mineral and cedar flavors. You'll want to cellar it for four or five years. Its future beyond that is a question mark.",,45,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Domaine Georg Rafael Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georg-rafael-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Domaine Georg Rafael Vineyards 12,White,France,"With its slight vanilla aroma, this is a broad style, with ripe acidity, a fresh green fruit character, rounded by the toast edge. There is a good final crisp texture.",,17,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Eugène Meyer 2008 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-eugene-meyer-2008-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Domaine Eugène Meyer 14.5,Red,Italy,"Collemattoni delivers a ripe, fruit-driven Brunello that will appeal to those who enjoy plump, jammy notes in their red wine. Raspberry, strawberry and mature cherry stand out within a larger embroidery of spice and tobacco. The wine is soft and smooth with sweet berry notes on the close.",,55,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collemattoni 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemattoni-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Collemattoni ,White,US,"Made half in stainless steel and half in neutral oak, this comes from 34-year-old vines. It's quite dry, with interesting nuances of sweet grass, clover and green apple. The acids are borderline sour; try this with a bit of prosciutto and a salty cheese.",,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2009 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2009-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Coeur de Terre ,White,US,"Smooth and fruity, this shows the banana/tropical side of the grape, enlivened by some brighter Washington acidity. It's creamy and carries a streak of vanilla into the finish.",,20,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2008 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Coeur d'Alene 14.5,White,US,"Made in the popular style of ripe fruit, oak and soft creaminess. The pineapple jam, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors are attractive, and brightened by crisp acidity.",Liebler Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2008 Liebler Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-liebler-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Clos La Chance 13,Red,Uruguay,"The best wine from this bodega. It's focused and spicy, with black fruit and depth to the nose and none of the weird, rubbery, roasted characteristics that are sometimes found in Uruguayan wines. Round on the palate, with black cherry and cassis. A good option for grilled meats.",Identity,15,87,Canelones,,,Gimenez Mendez 2008 Identity Cabernet Sauvignon (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gimenez-mendez-2008-identity-cabernet-sauvignon-canelones/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Gimenez Mendez 13,Red,Italy,"Apart from an obvious emphasis on oak-related aromas of vanilla, spice and carpentry shop, this is a satisfying Rosso that would pair with roast chicken, potatoes, garlic and rosemary. The garlic and rosemary would take the edge off those wood tones.",,20,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Fattoria Scopone 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-scopone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoria Scopone 14.5,White,US,"This is a good, dry Chardonnay, marked by brisk acidity and a steely minerality. The fruit veers toward pineapples and apricots, while oak adds notes of buttered toast and caramel. Feels like it wants to be richer than it is, but it's elegant.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Castello di Amorosa 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Castello di Amorosa 14.9,Red,US,"Delicious in briary blackberry jam, cherry pie, currant, milk chocolate, black pepper and anise flavors, with a touch of sweet oak, and the finish is totally dry. It's a little too soft in structure, but fine if you're in the mood for Zinfandel.",Altitude 2401 Fair Play Farms,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2007 Altitude 2401 Fair Play Farms Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2007-altitude-2401-fair-play-farms-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2007,Perry Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the very nice 2007 vintage, this fresh Rosso di Montalcino offers measured aromas of black fruit, spice, plum, currant and moist earth. The wine's acidity is well balanced against its spicy finish.",,30,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,La Togata 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/togata-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Togata 15,Red,Australia,"Like the D&J Chardonnay, this is a readily approachable, easy-drinking wine with good varietal character. Cassis fruit dominates, accented by slightly herbal notes suggestive of mint. The tannins are supple, adding an appropriately dusty edge to the finish. Drink now–2012.",Darby & Joan,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,R Wines 2008 Darby & Joan Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2008-darby-joan-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,R Wines 14,Red,Italy,"Straightforward and honest, this bright Rosso delivers clean aromas of cherry, blueberry and subtle shadings of smoke and spice. You could pair this wine with lasagna, meat-filled ravioli or light pork or beef roasts.",,23,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,SassodiSole 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassodisole-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,SassodiSole 13,Red,France,"A confounding wine with a contrasting combination of size and sheering acidity. The color is typically dark and the nose meaty and earthy, with tart berry aromas and pepper. The palate is both round and sharp, with acids that poke and prod and flavors of olive, butter, coffee and toast. Finishes oaky and in the words of one panelist, ""a little thin.""",,63,87,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Saint Cosme 2008 Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2008-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Saint Cosme 13,White,France,"An attractive package, with an opening act of smoked tea and exotic nuts followed by an off-dry palate of cinnamon and clove. The finish is fairly long and nicely accented with tropical fruit though it turns just a touch bitter at the end. Drink now.",Kaefferkopf Vielles Vignes Grand Cru,55,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2007 Kaefferkopf Vielles Vignes Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2007-kaefferkopf-vielles-vignes-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Jean-Baptiste Adam 14.6,Red,US,"Doesn't say so on the label, but it's Cabernet Sauvignon. However it's utterly unlike most other Napa Cabs in the dryness and tartness. Almost like a Chianti, with bone-dry cherry, red currant and tobacco flavors, scoured with tannins, that finish with a cut of acidity.",Il Barone,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2007 Il Barone Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2007-il-barone-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Castello di Amorosa ,White,US,"A deep straw, this unusual Chardonnay has a strong herbal component, with penetrating seed and grass flavors wrapped around tart, green apple fruit. It's a little oxidized, drinking well, but not for cellaring.",,18,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2008 Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2008-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Thistle ,White,US,"Whole cluster fermented in stainless steel, this is big and spicy, with a lovely textural impact. The aromas and flavors run to honeyed pears and very ripe apples; the finish is resonant and surprisingly mature for a 2009. Drink up.",,14,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Spindrift Cellars 13.9,Red,US,"Dark fruits characterize this young, vigorous wine. Black cherries, blackberries, even dark chocolate flood the palate, delicious and spicy. Yet there's a tannic, acidic tightness that makes the mouthfeel tough and gritty. One of the better Lake County Pinots out there, but work needs to be done.",Christian's Vineyard,45,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2007 Christian's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2007-christians-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Six Sigma Ranch 13,Rose,Spain,"Reddish in color, with solid aromas of tire rubber, cherry and plum. The palate shows fine lift and balance, and the flavors of juicy, slightly pithy and bitter raspberry and plum are just right for Navarran Garnacha-based rosé. Drink soon with salads and finger foods.",,8,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2009 Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2009-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2009,Vega Sindoa 15.3,Red,US,"A bit soft and lacking in bright structure, which gives the complex blackberry, currant, dark chocolate, anise, herb and cedar flavors, good as they are, a collapsed mouthfeel. The softness seems likely to limit the wine's ageability.",Mario's Vineyard,50,87,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2007 Mario's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-marios-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trinchero 14.2,Red,US,"A good wine, dry and tannic, but a little one-dimensional in richness. Shows pretty flavors of red and black cherries, with a hint of mint and cocoa. Could be lusher and offer more layers. Call it elegant rather than opulent. Drink now.",,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2007 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Trinchero 13.5,White,US,"Made in a wonderfully dry, crisp style, Sauvignon Blancs like this fill a much-needed niche in fruit-heavy California. It's zesty and minerally, with lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors. Beautiful as a cocktail sipper, or with the perfect roast chicken.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kenwood 13.5,Red,US,"A good, serviceable Cabernet that has some fancy features. It's dry and rich in tannins, with subtle blackberry and black currant flavors grounded with Provençal herbs. Drink now.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kenwood 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a brambly, slightly raw or sharp note here that comes off as white cherry, wild berry and spice. In the mouth, the wine shows bright acidity and polished tannins.",,60,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Marroneto 13.5,White,US,"Good citrus fruit flavors, along the lines of grapefruits, limes and Meyer lemons, accompanied by zesty acidity mark this bone-dry Sauvignon Blanc. It really scours the mouth clean. Very nice with puff pastry mushroom appetizers, bruschetta with goat cheese and roasted red peppers, or crudités with a garlicky sour cream dip.",Rava Blackjack Vineyard,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2009 Rava Blackjack Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2009-rava-blackjack-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Darcie Kent Vineyards 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Brunello shows sharp, brambly characteristics of forest berry and white cherry. Although the nose is prickly and awkward, the wine wins points in the mouth thanks to its softness and plushness.",Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro Riserva,65,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2004 Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2004-vigna-pianrosso-santa-caterina-doro-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 14.5,Red,France,"Bold, brawny and ambitious, this woodsy red has grippy tannins and quite a bit of extraction. Flavors are savory, with bacon and roasted game the dominant players. A final note of blackberry liquor chimes in on the medium finish. Will probably gain some subtlety with another year in the cellar.",Cuvée Combe d'Enfer Chusclan,20,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Signac 2007 Cuvée Combe d'Enfer Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-signac-2007-cuvee-combe-denfer-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Signac 13.5,Red,Spain,"Sort of scratchy and generic on the nose, with reasonably fresh red fruit aromas. The mouthfeel is angular and clipped by piercing acidity, while the flavors are of nice but regular black cherry and plum. Fairly juicy and fresh as a whole.",Crianza,14,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,El Circulo 12.5,White,US,"Acidity marks this wine, as well as extreme dryness. The result is mouth-cleansing, but it's not without flavor. Strong in lemons, limes and pineapples, with a mineral component, it's zesty and delicious.",Clover Creek Vineyard,23,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2009 Clover Creek Vineyard Albariño (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2009-clover-creek-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Albariño,2009,Longoria 14,White,France,"A very oxidative style, with unusual, though intense, flavors of straw and compost intermingled with poached pear and wet stones. The high quality of the raw material comes through on the long, caramel-apple finish. Drink now.",Aux Vignes Clos Rebberg,51,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Aux Vignes Clos Rebberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-aux-vignes-clos-rebberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss ,Red,US,"The LUX bottling has a bit more concentration than the other estate-grown Pinot Noir from Luminous Hills. The fruit carries much the same strawberry/citrus flavor, but with more grip and focus. The tannins are proportional, and the wine is balanced, but thins out quickly in the finish.",LUX,35,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Luminous Hills 2008 LUX Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luminous-hills-2008-lux-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Luminous Hills 13.5,Red,Spain,"Composed, balanced and with all the dots connected; this is what we like about basic, affordable Rioja. It's fleshy yet fresh, with snappy cherry and raspberry flavors accented by a wave of vanilla that continues onto the finish. Blends good flavors, weight and acidic crispness.",Crianza,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca del Marquesado 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-marquesado-2006-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Finca del Marquesado ,White,US,"A very pleasant offering from Duck Pond, this is lightly toasty, moderately fruity, broad on the palate, with a gentle mix of pear and apple flavors. Smooth and drinking at its peak.",Desert Wind Vineyard,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Duck Pond 2008 Desert Wind Vineyard Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2008-desert-wind-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2008,Duck Pond ,Red,US,"A spicy note in the nose carries suggestions of caraway, pepper and rye. This is a light, tart, palate-refreshing red wine, with wild red berry flavors, a hint of earth and a delicate balance.",,30,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2006 Tempranillo (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2006-tempranillo-southern-rogue-valley/,Tempranillo,2006,Folin Cellars 12,White,US,"Quite dry on the palate, this seductive Riesling exhibits aromas of honeyed ginger with a hint of smoke and petrol. Lime and apple flavors combine with a zippy acidity and subtle minerality throughout.",Dry,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Konstantin Frank 12.5,White,France,"Ripe and soft. There is an attractive citrus element that gives structure, wih acidity coming through. Delicious now. Screwcap.",,16,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2009 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2009-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zinck 14,Red,Spain,"Like most base-level Garnachas, this one has a sweet, candied aromatic cover. But unlike many it has depth, purity and avoids boring, offensive sweetness. The flavors of raspberry and boysenberry are bright, and it maintains balance and integrity through the finish. A nice wine for under $10.",Los Dos Old Vines,8,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Almira 2009 Los Dos Old Vines Grenache-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almira-2009-los-old-vines-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-campo-borja/,Grenache-Syrah,2009,Almira ,Rose,US,"Almost cherry red, this estate-grown Grenache rosé is quite dry, yet has lovely fruit character that brings with it an impression of fruit sweetness. Fresh and tangy, with a mix of cranberry and cherry flavors, it's a perfectly balanced wine that shows well when chilled down a bit.",,14,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Rosé (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-rose-southern-umpqua-valley/,Rosé,2009,Abacela ,White,US,"This unusual Chardonnay is fermented and aged sur lie in 60 gallon stainless-steel barrels. The pleasant mix of fruit includes cucumber, melon, jicama and apple, balanced and tart. The color, already a fairly deep gold, suggests that you drink it soon.",Purity,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2008 Purity Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2008-purity-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Boedecker Cellars 14.5,White,US,"Super-dry and acidically crisp, this wine has green grass, citrus and white pepper flavors. It's austere, although the lean elegance will pair well with shellfish.",Bootleg Limited Release,34,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2009 Bootleg Limited Release Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2009-bootleg-limited-release-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Six Sigma Ranch ,Red,US,"Fruit from Seven Hills and Spofford Station provides the solid frame of black cherry, licorice, and tannin. This is a blocky wine, monolithic but full-bodied; best paired with hearty red meat dishes.",,29,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Patit Creek Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Patit Creek Cellars ,Red,US,"Harvested at 22.6 degrees brix, this bright and spicy Dolcetto does not reach too far. It's tart, with fruit flavors that suggest wild berries and pomegranate, and tannins that are firm but never green. A fine quaffing wine.",,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2008 Dolcetto (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-southern-umpqua-valley/,Dolcetto,2008,Abacela 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a meaty, ripe aspect to the aromas here that recall black cherry and smoked ham. But there's also an edgy green tone that lends a slightly bitter impression in the mouth.",,,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canneta 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneta-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Canneta 12.5,White,Italy,"Cecchi, the historic estate in Chianti Classico, is doing beautiful work at their second property in Maremma, southern Tuscany. Litorale Vermentino really does conjure up images of sea, sand and heaping servings of seafood. The wine is light, fresh and very tasty.",Litorale,18,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Cecchi 2008 Litorale Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2008-litorale-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2008,Cecchi ,Red,US,"Anywhere but in Oregon, this could be labeled Pinot Noir, which makes up 80% of the blend; the rest is Zinfandel. It's a combination that makes sense in the Columbia Gorge. The Pinot is more earthy and tannic than in the Willamette Valley, and the Zin lighter than you find in California. The result is a wine tasting of wild cherries, tart, spicy and quite quaffable.",Necessity Red,24,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2008 Necessity Red Red (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2008-necessity-red-other-columbia-valley-or/,Red Blend,2008,Cathedral Ridge 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with sweet fruit aromas, a whiff of oak and red candy, while the mouthfeeel is juicy and mostly fresh, with clean fruit flavors and more than adequate ripeness and sweetness. Fresh, composed and pleasant in the scheme of things.",Envite Crianza,22,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas San Prudencio 2007 Envite Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-san-prudencio-2007-envite-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Bodegas San Prudencio ,White,US,"Light and juicy, with fresh apple flavors and good acidity. A good wine for serving chilled and enjoying outdoors.",,15,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Buried Cane 2008 Pinot Grigio (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buried-cane-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Buried Cane 14.5,Red,US,"Even for a Mount Veeder Cab, this one's pretty tannic. It also seems very oaky, with lots of caramelized, charred wood. Somewhere underneath it all are blackberries and black currants that are sweetly ripe. Your best bet is to cellar it, but its future is uncertain given the initial irregularities.",,85,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Brandlin 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandlin-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Brandlin 13.5,Red,Italy,"This luminous, ruby-colored Rosso delivers aromas of cherry, ripe berry fruit and sweet vanilla. There's a soft, modern touch here that has been shaped by oak aging and you'll taste background flavors of smoke and spice.",,25,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Villa I Cipressi 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-i-cipressi-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Villa I Cipressi 13.5,Red,France,"Elegant floral aromas interwoven with cherry, soft leather and licorice. Fairly full-bodied, but soft and round textured with lush, bold cherry compote and blackberry flavors with hints of black pepper. Fresh and easy to drink.",Cairanne,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Vidal-Fleury 2008 Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2008-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Vidal-Fleury 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a heavily oak-influenced Rosso that delivers aromas of vanilla, spice and woodshop over the wine's natural fruit. In fact, blueberry and cherry flavors come through with more clarity in the mouth, backed by soft, silky tannins.",Sassello,25,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo 2007 Sassello (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-2007-sassello-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Il Poggiolo 14,Red,Spain,"A bit earthy and leafy on the nose and palate, with lightweight strawberry and raspberry aromas and flavors. The wine has a clacky, almost metallic feel to it along with hints of tobacco and green bean. Vanilla and sweetness push the finish, which is also slightly green. Hails from Cádiz in southwestern Spain.",Finca Moncloa,35,87,Andalucia,Vino de la Tierra de Cádiz,,González Byass 2006 Finca Moncloa Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Cádiz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-2006-finca-moncloa-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-vino-tierra-cadiz/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2006,González Byass 11,White,US,"There's hominess to this cheerful, semisweet Riesling that brings applesauce and golden honey bears to mind. A touch of pink grapefruit juice and pith, along with refreshing acidity, add finesse to a long, lingering finish.",,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Glenora 15.5,Red,US,"A delightfully spicy, rich Zinfandel, packed with fruity flavors ranging from blackberries and cola through chocolate to raisins. The alcohol is high, and the wine is a bit hot, but that's part of its personality.",Old Vine,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Fiddletown Cellars 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddletown-cellars-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2008,Fiddletown Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir for drinking now. Could be a bit more intense, and finishes rather quickly, but in between is a nice, dry, silky wine, with soft, intricate cherry, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors.",Pommard Clone,55,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2008 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fess Parker 13,White,France,"A great representative of its type, the Hugel 2008 Gewürztraminer is elegant and fresh, with scents of carnations and rose petals on the nose followed by peach and spice cake in the mouth. A finish of hothouse flowers gives this a touch of class. Drink now.",,24,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2008 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2008-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Hugel 14.9,Red,US,"Soft and dry, this Petite Sirah has delicious, mouthfilling flavors of blackberries, milk chocolate, black licorice and pepper, set off with firm tannins. It's quite a nice full-bodied wine that needs rich fare, like short ribs, beef tacos or beef stew, made with the wine.",Altitude 2401 Fair Play Farms,28,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2007 Altitude 2401 Fair Play Farms Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2007-altitude-2401-fair-play-farms-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,2007,Perry Creek 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and supple almost to the point of syrupiness, this interesting blend combines hints of green peppercorns with bright cherry fruit. Turns tart, dusty and angular on the finish, suggesting it may improve with a couple of years in the cellar. Drink 2012–2017.",Bin 138 Grenache - Mourvèdre - Shiraz,27,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Penfolds 2007 Bin 138 Grenache - Mourvèdre - Shiraz G-S-M (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-bin-138-grenache-mourvedre-shiraz-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa-valley/,G-S-M,2007,Penfolds ,Red,US,"Not sure a Syrah/Baco Noir/Dolcetto/Merlot blend has ever been done, but here it is. Sharp with spicy rhubarb fruit and a leathery undertaste, this rustic, earthy wine is plenty flavorful and wild. Suggestion: chill it, serve it in tumblers, and appreciate its wildness with a smoky rack of grilled ribs.",Equinox Red Blend,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2007 Equinox Red Blend Red (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2007-equinox-red-blend-southern-umpqua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Melrose 14.5,Red,US,"A good wine, dry and firm in tannins, although it's a bit soft and lacking in structure. The flavors are just fine, of briary blackberry jam, sprinkled with crushed black pepper. Drink now.",Bootjack Ranch,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2006 Bootjack Ranch Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2006-bootjack-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2006,Niner 14,White,Australia,"After eight months on lees, this unoaked Chardonnay has picked up some mildly nutty, custardy qualities that give added heft and nuance to its pear, pineapple and melon fruit. Drink it over the next six months or so.",Darby & Joan,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,R Wines 2008 Darby & Joan Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2008-darby-joan-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2008,R Wines 12.5,White,US,"A beautiful Chenin, among the best in California. Although it is dry, as the name suggests, and very crisp in acidity, it's so fruity it almost tastes off-dry. The flavors are of green apples, lemons, limes and pineapples. Great as an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",Wilson Ranch Dry,12,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dry Creek Vineyard 2009 Wilson Ranch Dry Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2009-wilson-ranch-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Dry Creek Vineyard 14,Red,France,"A little closed and funky at first but it opened up to plummy, blackberry and forest floor aromas. Bold, brash fruit intensity on the palate showing lots of ripe jammy fruit. chocolate and licorice. Full-bodied, fresh with crunchy tannins to support the rich texture.",La Dame Rousse,18,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2009 La Dame Rousse Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2009-dame-rousse-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Mordorée 12.5,White,Spain,"Pungent and sweaty smelling on first blush, almost suggesting Verdejo or Sauvignon Blanc. It remains oily and nettled on the nose, with sharpness. Sooner rather than later it softens, unveiling flavors of green melon, passionfruit and citrus. And the finish goes out with snap, orange and grapefruit. Potent for the variety.",,22,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Don Olegario 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-olegario-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Don Olegario 12.5,White,Austria,"Typical light and fresh Grüner, with an attractive burst of lemon acidity as well as a creamy texture. Delicious, crisp wine. Screwcap.",Terrassen Federspiel,16,87,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2009 Terrassen Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2009-terrassen-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Domäne Wachau 14.5,Red,Italy,"True to its definition, this Rosso truly does act as “Brunello's little sister.” It shows the same elegant aromas of spice and black fruit, but does so in a less intense and more informal manner. That same easy feeling translates to the mouth as well.",Val di Suga,25,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2008 Val di Suga (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2008-val-suga-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenimenti Angelini 13,Rose,France,"A more weighty, mineral interpretation, with upfront red fruit that transitions to an edgy, pear-inflected palate with good concentration. Signs off with a final note of crushed raspberries. This one will last through the winter but should be drunk up before the summer of 2011.",,18,87,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Triennes 2009 Rosé (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triennes-2009-rose-vin-pays-var/,Rosé,2009,Triennes ,Red,US,"This feels over-cropped, dilute, with more than a little tomato leaf and vegetable among its rather delicate scents and flavors. In this price range, from this excellent vintage, you might expect more ripeness and concentration. It's perfectly pleasant, but drinks like a village wine, not a premier cru.",Olson Estate Vineyard,55,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Torii Mor 2008 Olson Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-olson-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor 15.5,Red,US,"Made in a fruit-forward way, with jammy blackberry, cherry and currant flavors that finish in a swirl of chocolate and spices. It's a heartily tannic wine for drinking now. Good with slow-cooked meat stews and barbecue. Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Charbono and Syrah.",Scout's Honor,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2008 Scout's Honor Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2008-scouts-honor-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Venge 14.8,Red,US,"Pretty dry and tannic, but redeemed by good, ripe blackberry, black cherry and smoky cedar flavors. Shows some real flair and richness. Drink now.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2007 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2007-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,St. Francis ,White,US,"Juicy and fresh, this light and appealing Viognier shows crisp citrus and stone fruit flavors, some pineapple and stone, and a lick of spun sugar in the finish.",Voulez-Vous,18,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Springhouse Cellar 2008 Voulez-Vous Viognier (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springhouse-cellar-2008-voulez-vous-viognier-other-columbia-valley-or/,Viognier,2008,Springhouse Cellar 13.5,Red,US,"This is a sleek, streamlined and very dry red wine. It's not big and rich, but it is elegantly crafted, with no flaws to mar the acidity and finely ground tannins. The flavors, of cherries, anise and dried herbs, are complex.",,22,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Lang & Reed 2008 Cabernet Franc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2008-cabernet-franc-north-coast/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Lang & Reed 11.5,White,US,"Bitter lime peel and an elegant steeliness give structure to the sweet, fresh apples that dominate this off-dry style Riesling. Bright lemon-lime acidity leads to a mouthwatering pucker on the finish.",Semi-Dry,13,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2009 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lamoreaux Landing ,White,US,"Lightly spritzy, sharp and focused, this Pinot Gris brings in apples and pears, fruit skin and wet stone. It's nicely balanced and ready for food.",Traditions,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2008 Traditions Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2008-traditions-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Milbrandt 14.7,Red,US,"Tannic and gritty now, with a hard mouthfeel, and it's hard to imagine the wine will ever resolve its issues. However, it's clean and dry and intricately layered in blackberries and cedar. Give it a good decant.",Mast Vineyard,75,87,California,Napa,Yountville,Tor Kenward 2007 Mast Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tor-kenward-2007-mast-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tor Kenward 14.2,White,US,"Lean and minerally, this Chard offers lime and white peach flavors that finish bone dry and clean. It's not a rich wine, but it is very elegant, with a good scour of bracing acidity.",,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Rutherford Hill 13.6,White,US,"Not very Chardonnay-like, more like a Viognier or Pinot Gris with its aromatic floral, tropical fruit, citrus, melon and spice aromas and flavors. Still, it's very tasty, and dry as well, with a crisp spine of minerally acidity.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Andretti 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-andretti-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Villa Andretti 16,Red,Australia,"For all this wine's ripeness and heat (16% abv), the aromas are surprisingly delicate, offering up strawberry and raspberry fruit compote. It's full in body, with supple tannins, hints of chocolate and touches of spice and warmth on the finish. Drink now.",Marquis Philips,18,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,R Wines 2008 Marquis Philips Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2008-marquis-philips-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2008,R Wines ,Red,US,"Light, young vine fruit flavors mix strawberry and rhubarb, with a tangy, citrus component underscoring the midpalate. It gets a little more interesting in the finish, which brings in seed flavors and a lingering, orange juicy aftertaste.",Estate Grown,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Luminous Hills 2008 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luminous-hills-2008-estate-grown-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Luminous Hills 13.1,Red,US,"A bit heavy and dense in raspberry and cola fruit, with a curiously soft mouthfeel, yet there seems to be good acidity as you swallow. Could just be unresolved now. Give it a year or two to come around.",Sonatera Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2008 Sonatera Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-sonatera-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri ,Red,US,"Crisply defined cranberry fruit, with a strong herbal streak and a hint of saddle leather. The cranberry flavors pierce through, with vivid acidity pushing them into the lingering finish. Serve chilled, with turkey.",Tavola,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2008 Tavola Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2008-tavola-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ponzi 12.5,White,France,"Rounded and soft, with an attractive bite of fruit skin texture and lively fresh acidity. There is a touch of final minerality.",Les Princes Abbés,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2008 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2008-les-princes-abbes-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Domaines Schlumberger 14,Red,Italy,"Light and cheerful, this ruby-colored Rosso delivers a mixed bag of aromas. You'll detect red fruit, barbecue spice, smoked meat, leather and prune. It shows very nice intensity and persistency on the close with a playful touch of refreshing acidity.",,25,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Fanti 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fanti 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and fruity, with big blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors, wrapped into significant tannins. It's a vigorous, young Cabernet, yet quite sharp in acidity. Could surprise down the road, but it's a gamble.",,45,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Domaine Georg Rafael Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georg-rafael-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Domaine Georg Rafael Vineyards ,White,US,"Easy-drinking and varietal, this displays fresh pear fruit cut with pineapple. It's forward and juicy, a wine to drink chilled with picnic foods.",,15,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Kramer 2008 Pinot Gris (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kramer-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Gris,2008,Kramer 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Soda pop-like on the nose, with a clear reference to Sprite and 7Up. The palate is somewhat candied and simple, but it has good feel and the flavors of lemon-lime are likable. Mild on the finish, with flavors that extend from the lemon-lime bouquet and palate.",Brut,14,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Mistinguett NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mistinguett-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Mistinguett 14.7,Red,US,"From a winery whose Cabernets have struggled over the years comes this release from Napa's Howell Mountain. It's dry and tannic and very fruity in blackberries and black currants, but not particularly subtle right now. Feels somewhat common despite its pedigreed appellation. Try the cellar.",,65,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Sojourn 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sojourn 12,Sparkling,US,"This is a nice, dry sparkling wine, rich in citrus, apple, yeasty brioche and spice flavors. The bubbles are a little ragged, giving it a scoury mouthfeel. But for the price, it's a fine bubbly.",Brut Made With Organically Grown Grapes,16,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel 2008 Brut Made With Organically Grown Grapes Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2008-brut-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Korbel ,Red,US,"In contrast to the winery's big, rough and tumble style of Merlot, this Cabernet is lightly fruity. It shows cherry and cranberry hard candy fruit flavors. The tannins are rough and substantial, and quickly take over the finish.",,24,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-southern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cliff Creek 15.5,Red,US,"Although this Cab is very dry, it's a bit astringent, with hard, edgy tannins and blackberry fruit flavors that veer into raisins. At its best now, so drink up.",,55,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Huge Bear 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huge-bear-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Huge Bear 14.5,White,US,"One of the leanest, most severe Chardonnays out there. In its favor is extreme dryness, elegance and a refreshing minerality. But the citrus flavors are so thin, there's just not much going on, and a little oak doesn't help. Simply lacks richness.",Truchard Vineyard,45,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Nickel & Nickel 2008 Truchard Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-truchard-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Nickel & Nickel 14.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of pine, rubber and rhubarb are austere, and so is the rest of the wine. The palate is run by acidity, which is sharp and scouring. Flavors are tart and underdone, with pie cherry and red raspberry. Sheering but admittedly cleansing, with surprising sourness.",Capricho,20,85,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Cruz de Piedra 2007 Capricho Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-piedra-2007-capricho-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2007,Cruz de Piedra ,White,US,"A lightly tawny straw color, this is scented with grass and hay and smoked meat—unusual for a Chardonnay. Light apple-flavored fruit carries that same, strong smoked meat (and slightly plastic) streak of flavor—unmissable and quite persistent.",Winemakers 25th Anniversary,19,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Oak Knoll 2008 Winemakers 25th Anniversary Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-2008-winemakers-25th-anniversary-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Oak Knoll 14.5,White,US,"Pretty severe, an acidic, raspingly dry wine and even a tannic one. Shows an astringency rare in Chardonnay, even though there are some good pineapple and buttered toast flavors. Not an ager.",Searby Vineyard,45,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2008 Searby Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-searby-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Nickel & Nickel 13,Red,France,"Medium ruby color. Lightly fragrant plummy, cherry aromas with slight floral nuance. Light to medium-bodied, supple texture and flavors of creamy raspberry, plum and warm spice on the finish. Classic, regional style.",,8,85,Rhône Valley,Coteaux du Tricastin,,Domaine des Rozets 2007 Red (Coteaux du Tricastin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rozets-2007-red-coteaux-tricastin/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine des Rozets 19,Port/Sherry,US,"Not much going on in this Chardonnay-based Port-style wine. Its not particularly sweet, with basic white chocolate and pineapple cream flavors.",Aria White Port,49,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2006 Aria White Port Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2006-aria-white-port-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Prager 15.5,Red,US,"Rich in blackberry, black currant and pepper flavors, and completely dry, but kind of rustic and awkwardly hot in the mouth. There's a sharp edge of green tannins. Doesn't showcase the fruit of this fine vineyard as well as it should.",Canis Major Unti Vineyard,25,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mutt Lynch 2006 Canis Major Unti Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2006-canis-major-unti-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Mutt Lynch 14,Red,US,"Sweet raspberry jam, herb, green pea and vanilla caramel flavors mark this soft, simple Merlot. It's an easy sipper with a clean, spicy finish.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Pennywise 14,Red,US,"This is the kind of Cabernet you get served at a big party. It's fine for everyday purposes, filled with simple, jammy raspberry, cherry and sweet oak flavors.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pennywise 13.5,Red,Spain,"Somewhat stewy and leathery for starters, with a thick, creamy palate that shows stemmy, roasted plum and berry flavors. The feel is solid and thick, but the flavors don't really come around and settle.",Crianza,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Campo Nuble 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-campo-nuble-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Marqués de Campo Nuble 14.5,White,US,"This is a dry, tart and ultimately uninteresting Viognier. It shows citrus, tropical fruit and floral flavors that are linear and direct. Needs greater richness, especially at this price.",,23,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2008 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2008-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2008,Justin 13.5,Red,France,"Intense black color. Very inexpressive on the nose nose with some muted plum fruits. Edgy crispness and chunky texture with flavors of sour plum, prune, strong coffee and balsamic notes. Moderate finish with a spicy, tart grip.",,76,84,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 2006 Cornas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-vincent-jaboulet-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2006,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 12,White,France,"Very light, this wine disappoints with a lack of power, of steely acidity. Instead it is soft, broad, a touch of green fruit, leaving a light, bright aftertaste.",,15,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2008 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2008-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Domaine Specht 14,Rose,Spain,"Neon pink in color, with heavier aromas that split time between chemical and candied. The palate is a bit awkward and heavy, with jumbled flavors of pomegranate juice, cherry and strawberry. Loses focus as it moves along, and finishes with a slightly bitter aftertaste.",Conde de Valdemar Rosado,9,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2009 Conde de Valdemar Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2009-conde-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2009,Bodegas Valdemar 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells a little too much like berry candy and cough syrup to win you over, and the palate is kind of flat and chunky as well as thick with creamy berry fruit. Points of acidic bite give it life, but things are brought back down on the finish with green, creamy oak notes.",Inspiración Valdemar,20,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2007 Inspiración Valdemar (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2007-inspiracion-valdemar-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Bodegas Valdemar 13.5,Red,Spain,"Begins with pasty, lactic aromas and heavy fruit. The palate is both big and clumsy, with sharp acidity amid bulk leading to choppy plum and medicinal cherry flavors. A clacky wine with power but not much finesse.",Jardín de Lúcolo,20,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas la Casa de Lúculo 2008 Jardín de Lúcolo Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-casa-lucolo-2008-jardin-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2008,Bodegas la Casa de Lúculo 13,Red,Spain,"Starts with tough, almost harsh green aromas on the nose, but with time it settles on herbs and tobacco. The palate is fresh but a touch spiky and grabby, with herbal plum and berry flavors. Solid mouthfeel and length make it worthwhile even if it's herbal and slightly green tasting.",La Cantera,8,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2008 La Cantera Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2008-cantera-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2008,Castillo de Monjardin ,Dessert,US,"Soft and sugary sweet, with apricot, tangerine and citron flavors, this is a pretty, fairly simple wine. Good for drinking at picnics, with ham, fruit salad.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2008 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2008-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2008,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.5,Red,US,"A little thin in flavor, but honest and robust, with thick tannins framing blackberries, cherries, currants and herbs. A very good price for a Cab this easy to drink.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.5,Red,US,"Jammy and simple, with ripe cherry, blackberry and pepper flavors. Nothing terribly complex, but an easy everyday Zin at a decent price.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Goats Trail 2009 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-trail-2009-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Goats Trail 13,White,US,"Bone dry and ultracrisp in acidity, with citrus and lemongrass flavors, this Sauvignon Blanc is very clean and invigorating. Better yet, the everyday price is right.",Reserve,8,84,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Oak Grove 12.5,White,France,"A full wine that shows a richness, spice and a soft texture. While it is dry, it misses acidity and feels fat.",,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Ringenbach Moser 2005 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ringenbach-moser-2005-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Ringenbach Moser 11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"A carbonated pink blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, this is a sweet, fruity wine that packs more punch than Bracchetto d'Acqui but is otherwise similar. It's very fragrant and loaded with strawberries and raspberries.",Bitch Bubbly,13,84,South Australia,South Australia,,R Wines NV Bitch Bubbly Sparkling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-nv-bitch-bubbly-sparkling-south/,Sparkling Blend,,R Wines 13,Rose,France,"With just a light touch of sweet caramel, this is a gentle style of rosé. Fresh red fruits and acidity offer an attractive complement to each other.",,10,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Barton & Guestier ,White,US,"Essentially a Washington Chardonnay (with just 6% of the fruit sourced in Oregon), this is sharp-toned and slightly volatile in the nose. It falls a little flat in the mouth, tasting like a soft banana, and fades quickly.",,18,84,Washington-Oregon,,,Torii Mor 2008 Chardonnay (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-chardonnay-washington-oregon/,Chardonnay,2008,Torii Mor 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty good price for an everyday Cabernet-based wine with some nice fruity flavors. Shows blackberries, black cherries and black currants, and is dry and spicy.",Private Selection,11,84,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2008 Private Selection Meritage (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-private-selection-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,2008,Robert Mondavi 14.9,Red,US,"Decent blackberry and black currant flavors, touched with cedar, in this dry wine. It's a little too acidic and green, though, and seems overpriced for what you get.",,22,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Three Saints 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Three Saints 14.6,Red,US,"A good, sound red wine, made from the five Bordeaux varieties. It's dry and gently tannic, with herb, tobacco and black cherry flavors.",,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2007 Claret (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-sonoma-county/,Claret,2007,St. Francis 14.2,White,US,"Thin and dry, with oak and alcohol flavors modestly enriched with a touch of pineapples, green apples and minerals. Sadly, this is not the glorious Sonoma-Cutrer of the past.",Les Pierres,36,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 2006 Les Pierres Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2006-pierres-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2006,Sonoma-Cutrer 14.5,Red,US,"Robust, but a little awkward. Shows semi-sweet, jammy raspberry and cherry flavors with big tannins and acidity. Almost like a simple Port. Ready now.",Mountain Selection,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2007 Mountain Selection Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2007-mountain-selection-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Scott Harvey 14.2,Red,US,"Good and dry, but awkward, with slightly vegetal flavors sticking through riper ones of blackberries and black currants. The acid-tannin relationship also is unbalanced. Redeems itself on the finish, with a flourish of chocolate.",,65,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Alienor 2005 Red (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alienor-2005-red-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Alienor 12,White,US,"Good value in a dry, crisp white wine. Shows nice, friendly flavors of citrus fruits, green apples and white peaches, with a mouthwateringly clean cut of acidity.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,84,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-proprietors-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Glen Ellen 12.5,Rose,France,"A bit confected upfront with notes of saltwater taffy, though there are some nice stone fruit tones at the back. Pear is the dominant flavor in the mouth, but it doesn't hang around too long. Drink this crisp and dry rosé before 2011.",Prestige,15,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de Brigue 2009 Prestige Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brigue-2009-prestige-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de Brigue 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of chocolate mint, creamy vanilla and candy reflect a heavy-handed oak treatment, and a sweet burnt cherry and chocolate mint character is present throughout. Creamy on the tongue, but confected in terms of flavors and finish.",Crianza,18,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Dinastía Vivanco 14,Red,France,"An intensely herbal wine, smelling of the garrigue where it is grown. It is lean, firmly tannic with high red fruit acids, and a dry structure. It's rustic, reminiscent of old-style winemaking.",,14,84,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Commanderie de la Bargemone 2005 Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/commanderie-bargemone-2005-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Commanderie de la Bargemone 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet and fiery on the nose, with piercing aromas that burn right up your nasal passages. The palate is pinched and super tannic, with biting flavors of black licorice, blackberry and cola. Could be better with a softer, smoother mouthfeel but seeing that this is an '04 with six years behind it, it isn't going to soften up much.",Gran Dama de Toro,45,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2004 Gran Dama de Toro (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2004-gran-dama-toro-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Fariña 13.5,Red,Spain,"Fairly light and leathery, with strained aromas of animal hide and burnt berry fruit. The palate feel is light to medium, with scratchiness, and the flavors are of roasted fruit, leather and dryness. Spice and a slight bitterness define the finish. Has a few issues but still a good wine for $10.",Crianza,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Campo Viejo 14,Red,US,"Soft and semisweet, with jammy raspberry flavors sprinkled with sugar. The texture is nice and silky.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Carmel Road 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Carmel Road 14.3,White,US,"Nicely dry and crisp, with mouthwatering citrus fruit, lemongrass, gooseberry and mineral flavors. Marred by excessively unripe feline notes, however, that bother the palate.",Michael's Vineyard,28,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2009 Michael's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2009-michaels-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Six Sigma Ranch ,White,US,"Celery and raw wood in the nose, then some light, green fruits come into play in the mouth. As it breathes open there are floral overtones and a hint of honey—a glimmer of varietal character.",,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),SuLei 2009 Roussanne (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sulei-2009-roussanne-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Roussanne,2009,SuLei 15.1,Red,US,"This is a very dry and rather bitter wine, with a raisinskin toughness. It's not very generous in fruit, but is nuanced in its own way. Needs rich barbecue to tease out the blackberries and chocolate.",Lopez Ranch Vintners Special Select Reserve,30,85,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Stuart Cellars 2007 Lopez Ranch Vintners Special Select Reserve Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2007-lopez-ranch-vintners-special-select-reserve-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Stuart Cellars 14.2,White,US,"A solid, direct Chardonnay. Doesn't offer a whole lot of complexity, but it's dry and creamy, with spicy, oak-inspired pineapple and green apple flavors.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Sonoma-Cutrer 13.5,White,US,"Bone dry and tart in acidity, both of which are nice, with mouthwatering lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors. Would be better if not for some green feline notes that are almost sour.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Morgan 13.5,White,US,"A vibrantly fruity wine, with lemon, lime, pineapple and grapefruit flavors brightened with zesty acidity. It's basically dryish to off-dry, with a touch of honey on the finish. Good price for an easy cocktail sipper.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Little Black Dress ,Red,US,"Full and deep, with a very ripe, raisined, pruney character. The alcohol is listed at just 13.5%, but the wine tastes much, much riper. Yet in the finish it thins out, without the weight or burn that one would normally expect in such ripe fruit. Hard to know what the winemaker did to produce this wine, but the end result does not hang together as well as it should.",,38,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Open Book 2006 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/open-book-2006-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Open Book ,White,US,"Nicely perfumed with a musky/grapey scent, this low alcohol (10.4%) sweet Riesling is pleasant and clean, but a bit attenuated. It has plenty of sugary honey and some simple canned peach fruit, but stops there.",Cellarmaster's,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2008 Cellarmaster's Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2008-cellarmasters-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Columbia Winery ,White,US,"Despite the reserve and late harvest designations, this fits in more comfortably with a standard, off-dry Washington Riesling. The 4% residual sugar is muted by good acidity and firm pear and peach fruit. There's some phenolic bite in the finish, and a hint of plastic.",Reserve Late Harvest,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2008 Reserve Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2008-reserve-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Covey Run ,White,US,"Thick in the mouth, with sour lemon and barely ripe pineapple flavors, somewhat balanced against more delicate orange peel. The alcohol is 10%, yet despite the residual sugar the wine tastes quite tart.",,12,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2008 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2008-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Château Bianca ,Rose,US,"A three-grape rosé, this blends Pinot Gris, Merlot and Syrah to make a mahogany/copper-colored wine with a soft, spicy character. It was barrel-aged in neutral oak. There is a good mix of stone fruit flavors, though some of the grapes may have been a little too ripe, and the wine's finish reflects that, with just a hint of rot.",,15,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2008 Rosé (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2008-rose-other-columbia-valley-or/,Rosé,2008,Cathedral Ridge ,Red,US,"Quite tannic and oaky, this rough and chewy Merlot is constructed around a thin layer of cassis fruit. But the big flavors are the dark, earthy ones—raw wood and thick tannin.",,19,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2007 Merlot (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2007-merlot-southern/,Merlot,2007,Cliff Creek 8.5,Sparkling,US,"This is the winery's off-dry sparkler. It's super-clean and crisp, with honeyed flavors of oranges and tangerines. A nice sip with fresh fruits, smoked ham, asparagus wrapped in prosciutto.",Moscato Spumante,11,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Bubbly NV Moscato Spumante Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-bubbly-nv-moscato-spumante-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Barefoot Bubbly 13.5,Rose,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Syrah and Sangiovese, this delicately pink Tuscan rosé offers bright aromas of raspberry, pink grapefruit, cranberry and almond skin. Pair this wine with salmon canapé and other appetizers.",Belguardo,17,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Belguardo 2009 Belguardo Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belguardo-2009-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2009,Belguardo 12.5,Rose,Spain,"Almost red in color, with dusty aromas that mix in a blast of latex and dried cherry notes. The wine is made from organically grown Bobal grapes, and it offers tang and bite along with crisp flavors of plum skins, raspberry and citrus. Almost sour, but not. A solid quaffer for the price.",Albero Bobal,6,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Iranzo Fields 2009 Albero Bobal Rosé (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iranzo-fields-2009-albero-bobal-rose-utiel-requena/,Rosé,2009,Iranzo Fields 11.5,White,US,"Mulled apple cider, ginger and candied orange peel aromas perfume this easy-drinking Riesling. Tart acidity and a kick of apple pie spice meld playfully with the semisweet palate. A nice wine for casual autumn entertaining.",Semi Sweet,14,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2009 Semi Sweet Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2009-semi-sweet-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Keuka Spring 14.5,Red,US,"A sound Pinot Noir that's dry and silky. Shows gentle, jammy flavors of cherries, raspberries and sandalwood. Easy to like with grilled salmon, ham, sausage fritatta.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hahn 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a sharp, brambly note here of forest green and sour cherry that eventually transforms into spice and blackberry as the wine spends more time in the glass. The mouthfeel is smooth and silky.",Gorelli,28,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Le Potazzine 2008 Gorelli (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-potazzine-2008-gorelli-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Le Potazzine ,Dessert,US,"A Pinot Noir Port is a rare creature, and somewhat contradictory. How to match the delicacy of the Pinot Noir grape with the power and punch of Port-style, fortified wines? Here it's the alcohol and spirits that take over; the Pinot bringing some cherry fruit flavors but lacking the weight and substance to feel authoritative.",Port,30,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Kramer 2007 Port Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kramer-2007-port-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kramer 13,Rose,France,"Pretty and fresh, with vibrant, well-defined strawberry fruit on the nose set against a backdrop of white flowers. Turns a bit simple and fleeting in the mouth. Drink up.",Nationale 7,18,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Xavier Flouret 2009 Nationale 7 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2009-nationale-7-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Xavier Flouret 12.9,White,US,"Nicely dry and crisply acidic, with a minerally scour of stone that cleans the mouth and gets the tastebuds watering. The flavors are of cool-climate lemons, lime and grapefruits. But shows a considerable note of green, feline spray that lowers the score.",San Saba Vineyard,23,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 San Saba Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-san-saba-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Wrath 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a leaner, drier style than many, this Cabernet's blackberry and cherry flavors have an edge of mint and tobacco. Turns quite tart on the finish. Drink now.",,39,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaver Creek 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaver-creek-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Beaver Creek 13.5,White,US,"A very nice Sauvignon Blanc at a fair price. It's dry, crisply tart and citrusy, with flavors of lemons, grapefruits and limes. Leaves the palate clean and stimulated.",,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ca' Momi 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty and with nice apple and spice aromas. The palate, however, is quite flat and devoid of a lively bubble bead. Flavors of pear and melon run sweet, while the finish is dull and lacks effervescence.",Brut Exclusive Reserva,15,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2006 Brut Exclusive Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2006-brut-exclusive-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Marqués de Gelida 12.5,White,France,"Intensely fresh wine, crisp apples and bright fruit with a light touch of pineapple juice. The acidity is mouthwatering, with a lightly perfumed edge. Screwcap.",,14,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2007 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2007-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Pierre Sparr 13,Red,France,"Fruit-forward, with opening notes of cinnamon and black cherry, followed by a slightly chunky palate framed by soft, supple tannins. Plum and vanilla flavors dominate in the mouth and carry over to the medium finish. Drink up.",Les Peyrouses,20,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Voge 2008 Les Peyrouses Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-voge-2008-peyrouses-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Alain Voge 11,White,US,"A distinct headiness to the gardenia blossoms that perfume this Riesling contrasts with the bright, tropical pineapple, candied fruit and tangerine flavors that dominate in the mouth. A touch of minerality and racy acidity round out the finish.",Dry,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Knapp 14.5,White,US,"Released at the age of nearly four years, this wine tastes a little sweet and tired, like melted apricot jam sprinkled with vanilla and cinnamon, with dried fruit and herbal notes. Drink now before it goes further downhill.",The Cutrer,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma-Cutrer 2006 The Cutrer Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2006-the-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Sonoma-Cutrer 13,Red,France,"Simple but charming, with uncomplicated black fruit upfront followed by cherry and garrigue in the mouth, this is a good choice for a Labor Day barbecue; the fresh acidity and soft tannins put us in mind of something in the pork or veal family.",,13,85,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Domaine Saint Andrieu 2007 Red (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andrieu-2007-red-coteaux-varois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Saint Andrieu 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine, marked by strongly astringent tannins. Underneath are fine blackberry, cherry, currant, mineral, floral and pepper flavors with hints of chocolate and cassis. But the mouthfeel is so tannic it detracts from the pleasure, nor does the wine seem ageable.",Reserve,25,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Reserve Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2007,Concannon ,Red,US,"From the Columbia Valley AVA in Oregon, this is quite different from Willamette Valley Pinot Noir. It's a warmer, drier climate, and the wine has tighter flavors, with sharp tannins. There's cherry fruit and chocolate from barrel aging, with a hard, slightly bitter finish.",,26,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2008 Pinot Noir (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2008-pinot-noir-other-columbia-valley-or/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cathedral Ridge 14.1,White,US,"This pretty good everyday Chardonnay shows slightly sweet flavors of peaches, pineapples and mangoes brightened with crisp acidity. You could even make a summertime wine cooler with it.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Three Saints 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Three Saints 14.5,Red,Australia,"Despite the presence of Shiraz and Mataro in the blend, this shows some of Grenache's shortcomings in its straightforward, almost confected red berry aromas and flavors. It's a bold mouthful of fruit that's a bit syrupy in texture.",Cuvée Juveniles,22,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2008 Cuvée Juveniles Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2008-cuvee-juveniles-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Torbreck ,Red,Spain,"A clean, nice, regular Tempranillo with normal black cherry and berry aromas that offer hints of rubber and bacon. The palate is tannic and grabby but balanced for the most part, with pure, basic blackberry and cherry flavors. Modest in its scope, but fresh and untainted.",Organic Wine,12,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Spartico NV Organic Wine Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spartico-nv-organic-wine-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,,Spartico 14.8,Red,US,"Good and dry, with some fine blackberry and black currant flavors. But it's pretty hard in acidity and tannins, and cellaring probably won't help resolve those issues. Drink now.",,30,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Smith & Hook 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-hook-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Smith & Hook 15.8,Red,US,"A pleasantly dry wine, with cherry and cocoa flavors that finish in a swirl of licorice and cinnamon spice. It's a soft, fruity sipper with a touch of heat from high alcohol.",,23,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2007 Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2007-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2007,Minassian-Young ,White,US,"Young, yeasty, almost to the point of being beery, this thin Sauvignon Blanc recalls a Vinho Verde. Cucumber and fennel flavors dominate, along with plenty of acidity.",Drawing A Blanc,18,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Springhouse Cellar 2008 Drawing A Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springhouse-cellar-2008-drawing-a-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Springhouse Cellar 13.5,Red,US,"Round and fruity, soft and mature, this combine pie cherry fruit with brown sugar, baking spices and some peppery herb, perhaps from the addition of a small amount of Syrah to the blend. Think California Central Coast Pinot with some of Oregon's herbal bite.",,20,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Primarius 2007 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primarius-2007-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2007,Primarius 13,White,France,"Opens with a classic nose of cream, citrus and spice, giving way to cotton candy, cardamon and café latte in the mouth. The crisp, dry finish of roasted nuts is attractive but doesn't really linger.",Kaefferkopf Vielles Vignes Grand Cru,55,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2007 Kaefferkopf Vielles Vignes Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2007-kaefferkopf-vielles-vignes-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Jean-Baptiste Adam 13,Red,Spain,"Quite an oaky wine, with aromas of BBQ, hickory, roasted plum and spice. The body is full but scratchy, with additional oak manifesting itself in the form of baked, rooty, vanilla flavors that override the wine's simple but quiet fruit content. Finishes dark and toasty, with coffee, mocha and vanilla flavors.",Corona d'Aragón Reserva,18,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 2005 Corona d'Aragón Reserva Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandes-vinos-vinedos-2005-corona-daragon-reserva-red-carinena/,Red Blend,2005,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 12.5,White,France,"Classic spice and lychee aromas lead to a wine that is medium sweet, attractive but one-dimensional. It has perfumed, candy shop flavors, almost exaggerated. Screwcap.",,15,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2009 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2009-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Helfrich 14.5,Red,US,"Somewhat raisiny and bitter. Tastes like press wine, with harsh, grapeskin tannins that make it feel astringently dry. Pretty good flavors, though, of blackberries and currants. Drink up.",Bella Novello,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paoletti 2007 Bella Novello Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2007-bella-novello-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Paoletti 14.4,Red,US,"Very dry and tannic, this Malbec has an unrelieved toughness in the mouth, despite some good cherry flavors. The texture is just too hard, and shows some bitterness in the finish. Drink now.",,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paoletti 2006 Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2006-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2006,Paoletti 14.5,Red,US,"Too acidic and tart in wintergreen flavors, a real disappointment from this well-regarded vineyard. On the plus side, it's bone dry and silky, and shows cherry and cola flavors accented with sweet, smoky oak. Ready to drink now.",Keefer Ranch Vineyard,44,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pali 2008 Keefer Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-keefer-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali 14,Red,Italy,"This is a light and loosely fragrant Rosso with tones of raspberry, cherry and blueberry. It's easygoing and simple in style with fresh acidity on the close.",,24,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Fornacina 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fornacina 14.5,Red,France,"Distinctive, intense herbal nose with aromas of candied cassis and soy. Medium-bodied with a creamy texture. Herbal, meaty and iodine flavors dominate on the palate with moderate notes of juicy blackcurrant and black plum. Very savory finish.",,30,85,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Cécile Chassagne 2007 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cecile-chassagne-2007-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Cécile Chassagne 14.1,Red,US,"A good, rather rugged wine. It's edgy in tannins and somewhat overripe, with raisin, plum, blackberry, coffee and spice flavors. But it's nicely dry. Zinfandel, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.",Hi-Rollr,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Yorkville Cellars 2007 Hi-Rollr Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2007-hi-rollr-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2007,Yorkville Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"Good blackberry, black currant, cocoa and cedar flavors in this Cab, and it's nicely dry, with firm, finely ground tannins. Turns rather sharp on the finish, and that tartness may never go away.",Horne Ranch,39,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Beaver Creek 2007 Horne Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaver-creek-2007-horne-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Beaver Creek 11.5,Sparkling,US,"You'll find brisk, clean flavors of citrus fruits, vanilla wedding cake and yeast in this brut-style wine, which is totally dry. A bit scoury, but a good value in sparkling wine.",Brut Cuvée,11,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Bubbly NV Brut Cuvée Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-bubbly-nv-brut-cuvee-sparkling-california/,Sparkling Blend,,Barefoot Bubbly ,Red,US,"A tart, all-purpose red, with 14 different grapes in the blend. The result, predictably, is generic. No particular variety dominates; it's a high acid red wine, with stiff tannins.",Vintner's Blend #10 Red Table Wine,16,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela NV Vintner's Blend #10 Red Table Wine Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-nv-vintners-blend-10-red-table-wine-southern/,Red Blend,,Abacela ,Red,US,"At 62,000-plus cases, you are in the land of the seamless blend. Oregon does not have vast contiguous vineyards, so these grapes must have come from here, there and everywhere. The result is a gentle, lightly fruity, crisp, clean and innocuous Pinot Noir that lacks only a sense of place.",,20,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,A to Z 9.6,White,US,"There's nothing subtle about the powerful elderflower, jasmine tea and ripe melon aromas that perfume this heady Riesling. It's made in a ripe, off-dry style but finishes surprisingly dry. An interesting wine, but the aromatics may be a bit dizzying.",,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Arbor Hill 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-hill-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Arbor Hill 13.5,Red,France,"Fashioned in a Shiraz-like style, this Côtes du Rhône has pretty jam notes and a richly-textured palate of plum and chocolate winding down to a strawberry note on the short-to-medium finish. This is a weighty wine that will stand up to a hearty meal.",,15,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Mont-Redon 2008 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mont-redon-2008-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château Mont-Redon ,Red,US,"Soft and approachable, with little evidence (in the mouth) of the 15.6% alcohol listed on the label, this is a pleasant, rather generically flavored red. Don't look for California-style jam; this is rather delicate, with strawberry and wild cherry fruit, light pepper, a hint of mint and light tannins.",Reserve,38,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2007 Reserve Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2007-reserve-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2007,Cathedral Ridge 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rusty in hue, with mature, slightly old aromas of leather, gym bag, dried leaves and mature berry. The palate has depth and concentration, while the flavors are herbal and run toward baked black cherry and tobacco. Caramel and mature fruit flavors vie for control of the roasted finish.",Viña Centuria,17,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón,,Bodegas Tempore 2005 Viña Centuria Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tempore-2005-vina-centuria-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-bajo-aragon/,Garnacha,2005,Bodegas Tempore 11.5,White,US,"Mouthwatering, high-toned acidity and a pleasant lemon-lime bitterness keeps the honeyed apple characteristics of this semisweet style Riesling in balance. Elegant mineral and petrol notes lead to a lingering, puckery finish.",Semi-Sweet,13,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Heron Hill 2008 Semi-Sweet Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-semi-sweet-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Heron Hill 12.5,White,France,"Crisp and freshly simple Riesling. There are attractive green fruits, good acidity and a bright perfumed aftertaste. Not for aging.",,15,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2009 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2009-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Helfrich 12,White,US,"A perfect companion to the fall harvest season, this easy-drinking Riesling is evocative of candied apples and warm apple pie spice. There's not a lot of complexity, but it's light and fresh in the mouth with a puckery lime and sour patch candy finish.",,12,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards ,Red,US,"There is a horsey, leathery scent as you first experience this wine. It penetrates into the mouth, a stand-off against the sweet/tart boysenberry fruit. Suspect it will be a love it/hate it type of wine, depending upon your appreciation of leather.",,26,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2008 Baco Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2008-other-red-baco-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Baco Noir,2008,Melrose 18.5,Port/Sherry,US,"Smooth and velvety, with chocolate-cherry flavors, but the sweetness tails off quickly, disappointing the palate. Good and sound, but lacks the continuing richness you want in a true Port-style wine, especially at this price.",Tomas Imogene's Vineyard,52,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2006 Tomas Imogene's Vineyard Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2006-tomas-imogenes-vineyard-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2006,Prager 13.5,White,US,"Dry, crisp and austere, although it's elegant in its own way. Shows citrus, mineral and lees flavors, with some creamy, buttered toast notes.",Barrel Fermented,23,85,California,Napa,Yountville,Dillon 2008 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dillon-2008-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-yountville/,Chardonnay,2008,Dillon 13,White,France,"A plump style for the region without a ton of obvious Viognier character, including those telltale gardenia aromas and proprietary flavors. There is citrus and some nuttiness along with a soft, melony, voluminous finish.",La Galopine,29,85,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Delas Frères 2008 La Galopine (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2008-galopine-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2008,Delas Frères 10.9,White,US,"Distinctly grassy, vegetal aromas add savoriness to this light-bodied, semi-dry style Riesling. On the palate, there are hints of quince, lemon and apple tinged with slate adding depth to an otherwise uncomplicated wine.",Semi-dry,14,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Treleaven 2008 Semi-dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treleaven-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Treleaven 13.5,Red,Spain,"For an '04 reserva, this wine is more edgy, grabby and high in acid than expected. The nose shows old world leather, spearmint and smoked meat more than vibrant fruit, yet the palate is tangy, citric and tastes of red raspberry and plum. Slightly more creamy on the finish, but still it remains scratchy.",Reserva,29,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallobera 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallobera-2004-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Vallobera 12,White,US,"This off-dry Riesling seems herbal on the nose with a hint of fresh cut grass and bark, but in the mouth, it's all bright, ripe tropical fruits and tangerine. Medium bodied with a racy acidity to offset the sweetness.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Swedish Hill 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swedish-hill-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Swedish Hill 13,Red,Spain,"A standard Riojano red with crisp cherry aromas followed by a zesty, slightly tart palate that carries punchy cherry fruit, acidity and little nuance or character. Tastes a tiny bit sour by today's measurements, but it's still pretty good for being crisp and acid-driven.",Don Román,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Tomares 2007 Don Román (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-tomares-2007-don-roman-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Marques de Tomares ,Red,US,"This would be easy to mistake for Grenache—it's ruby-colored, cranberry-flavored, with hints of strawberry and licorice. Clean, crisp and noticeably acidic, it would be most enjoyable with a richly sauced breast of duck.",,20,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Jigsaw 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigsaw-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jigsaw 13.5,Red,Italy,"La Fortuna's Rosso offers contrasting aromas of spice, red apple, wild berry, bramble and cherry liqueur. It boasts a deep ruby color and in the mouth, it feels pointed and edgy.",,22,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,La Fortuna 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortuna-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Fortuna 12.5,Rose,US,"Made from Syrah and Grenache, this rosé is nicely crisp, with low alcohol. It's a little heavy in cherry and raspberry fruit flavors, but easy to like over a burger.",Cuvée June Pink Wine,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2009 Cuvée June Pink Wine Rosé (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2009-cuvee-june-pink-wine-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rosé,2009,Longoria ,White,US,"This opens with lots of spice, tart and light red fruits and some strongly herbal tannins. There is a big wash of sweet baking spice, source unknown, that offsets the stemmy and herbal quality of the fruit.",Blue Franc,13,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shooting Star 2007 Blue Franc Blaufränkisch (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2007-blue-franc-other-red-blaufrankisch-other/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Shooting Star 18,Port/Sherry,US,"There's some richness in this chocolate- and cherry-flavored wine, but it really falls off quickly, leading to a thin finish. Lacks the sweet concentration this winery's Port-style wines used to have.",Royal Escort Paladini Vineyard,72,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2005 Royal Escort Paladini Vineyard Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2005-royal-escort-paladini-vineyard-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2005,Prager 14.9,Red,US,"Good and dry, with pleasant blackberry flavors and lots of peppery spices. The texture is a bit uneven, though, with clunky tannins and some green notes. Drink now.",,17,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2007 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2007,Perry Creek 14.4,Red,US,"The variety is important in Sicily. In California, just about the only winery producing it is Paoletti. It has made a very dry, tannic and rustically astringent wine, with bitter cherryskin flavors. Drink now.",Nero Cuvée Speciale,36,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paoletti 2007 Nero Cuvée Speciale Nero d'Avola (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2007-nero-cuvee-speciale-italian-red-nero-davola-napa-valley/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Paoletti 12.5,White,US,"Intense aromas of day lilies, honey and spiced canned peaches abound in this not quite “dry” Riesling. The mouth feels a bit confected with so much sunny orange marmalade and lemondrop flavors, but the finish ends drier with a hint of bitter orange pith.",Dry,24,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Waters Crest 2009 Dry Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2009-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Waters Crest 14.8,Red,US,"A bit sharp and minty, with some green tannic astringency accompanying the riper fruit flavors of blackberries and cherries. It's a good, honest wine whose texture is somewhat off.",Bootjack Ranch,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2007 Bootjack Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2007-bootjack-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Niner 11,White,US,"Sweetened with a concentration of juicy, ripe pineapple and tropical fruit on both the nose and palate, this is an uncomplicated and fruity off-dry Riesling. A tart, zingy acidity balances the sweetness on the finish.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Knapp 12,White,Austria,"Fresh lime and lemon aromas lead into a soft and creamy wine, with just a hint of spice and lychee. Final grapefruit acidity renders the wine as crisp as possible. Drink now. Screwcap.",Hugo,,85,Niederösterreich,,,Markus Huber 2008 Hugo Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2008-hugo-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Markus Huber 13.5,Red,France,"Stewed fruit, prune, baked plum and sweet spice aromas prevail, with a very slight oxidative note. Moderately high flavor intensity with generous amounts of ripe, baked red and black fruits, linzer tart flavors and dried herbs. Fairly crisp, with a slight tannic grip - an honest country wine.",Seigneur de Lauris,10,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Arnoux & Fils 2007 Seigneur de Lauris Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2007-seigneur-lauris-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Arnoux & Fils 14,White,US,"Good and dry, with a firm scour of acidity and an earthiness to the pineapples and pears. This is a fine everyday Chardonnay at a fair price.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Gnarly Head 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Gnarly Head 13,Red,Uruguay,"Dark, roasted and smelling of licorice, root beer, savory oak and smoke. The palate is hard and saturated, with smack-down tannins that are surely due to the 46% Tannat in the blend. Syrah and Petit Verdot are the remaining elements in this roasted, sweet, oaky wine that finishes with burnt marshmallow.",Identity,20,85,Canelones,,,Gimenez Mendez 2007 Identity Red (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gimenez-mendez-2007-identity-red-canelones/,Red Blend,2007,Gimenez Mendez 13,Red,France,"Moderately intense ruby color. Spicy red fruit aromas, leather, and sour cherry. Modest flavor intensity of creamy cherry, kirsch and spice. Fairly full-bodied but a little dilute and simple. Soft tannins make for an easy drinking week-day wine.",,22,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine des Carabiniers 2009 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carabiniers-2009-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine des Carabiniers 13.5,Red,Spain,"For a higher-priced wine, this has some issues. The nose is heavy and murky, with leathery, baked aromas. In the mouth, it's somewhat choppy and acidic, thus punctuating the cherry tomato portion of the earth-and-leather flavor profile. Lingering oak accents the finish, which is zesty and leans toward sour.",Flor de Lasierpe Viñas Viejas,22,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Dominio Lasierpe 2007 Flor de Lasierpe Viñas Viejas Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-lasierpe-2007-flor-vinas-viejas-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2007,Dominio Lasierpe 14.5,Red,US,"Too sharp and aggressive in tart acidity, which emphasizes the tannins, making it feel overly astringent. Not a bad wine, with pleasant cherry and blackberry flavors, but it sure is tough in the mouth.",Picazo Vineyard,30,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2007 Picazo Vineyard Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2007-picazo-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2007,Darcie Kent Vineyards 13,Red,US,"Dry, sharp and gritty, lacking smoothness and balance in the mouth. Give it a richer texture, and the blackberry and currant flavors would be just fine, even ageable.",Madden Ranch,24,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2007 Madden Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2007-madden-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Darcie Kent Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"A little sweet, like a fruit juice blend of oranges and pineapples, but nicely crisp, with balancing acidity and a firm touch of minerals. It's a sound house white wine for everyday purposes.",Bianco di Napa,10,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2009 Bianco di Napa White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2009-bianco-napa-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2009,Ca' Momi 14,Red,Spain,"Clean, fruity and snappy, with pointed red fruit aromas and flavors as well as higher than normal acidity. Tastes fresh and forward and entirely straightforward, with a hollow but easy finish and mild but controlled sharpness.",Los Pinos Old Vines,13,85,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodegas y Vinedos del Jalón 2008 Los Pinos Old Vines Grenache (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-jalon-2008-los-pinos-old-vines-grenache-calatayud/,Grenache,2008,Bodegas y Vinedos del Jalón ,Red,US,"The Rock Star Red is a 50/50 Cabernet/Syrah blend. The two grapes work well together in many wines, but here they seem a bit at odds. The Cabernet carries some green, herbal, pickle barrel flavors; the Syrah brings in pepper and spice, but neither has the ripeness to flesh out the wine sufficiently. There are flavors of plum and cooked cherry, then it hits some chewy tannins and stops short.",Rock Star Red,44,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2007 Rock Star Red Red (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2007-rock-star-red-other-columbia-valley-or/,Red Blend,2007,Cathedral Ridge 14.8,Red,US,"A bit overripe, with a raisiny taste behind the black currants, and also quite dry and tannic, with a hard, mouth-locking, dusty astringency. The combination definitely strikes you as unbalanced, and not likely to age out.",Alexis,75,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2006 Alexis Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2006-alexis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Swanson 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a brambly, slightly unripe or green aroma that characterizes this vintage of Poggio Antico's popular Rosso di Montalcino. That said, the wine does fill in smoothly over the palate with wild berry and spice flavors.",,48,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio Antico 15.5,Red,Australia,"A decent introduction to Australian Grenache, a bit simple and one-dimensionally cherry-fruited but clean, supple and easy to drink despite plenty of body, with just a bit of warmth on the finish. Drink now.",Bitch,12,86,South Australia,Barossa,,R Wines 2008 Bitch Grenache (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2008-bitch-grenache-barossa/,Grenache,2008,R Wines 13,White,Spain,"Husky on the nose but mostly it comes across as wild, with jumpy, loud pear, melon and apple aromas. The mouth is spunky and all over the map, while flavors of tangy yellow fruits carry an acidic, herbal twinge and even a grassy quality. Lacks perfect poise but it can't be called timid or dull.",Pazo Barrantes,19,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Barrantes 2008 Pazo Barrantes Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-barrantes-2008-barrantes-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Pazo de Barrantes 13,Red,Spain,"Grapey and potent as Rioja crianzas go, with a medium-to-full-sized palate that's full of bright acidity and standard but solid berry fruit flavors. It's the slightest bit creamy and thick on the finish, but overall it's about as middle of the road as any wine on the market.",Crianza,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Finca Nueva 12.5,Red,France,"A little green at all check points, with aromas of olive, cabbage and green tobacco. It's a touch ashy in terms of flavors, with a round mouthfeel that one reviewer called ""gras,"" as in fat, and another labeled ""flat and jammy."" Savory and earthy, but a bit challenged.",Domaine des Grands Chemins,32,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2008 Domaine des Grands Chemins (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2008-domaine-grands-chemins-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2008,Delas Frères 14.9,Red,US,"Lots of briary wild blackberry, cherry and exotic spice flavors in this Zin, with cola, tobacco and mushu plum sauce complexities, and the finish is dry. Compromised by a hit of sharp acidity, but rich barbecue will help.",DeMayo Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2007 DeMayo Vineyard Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2007-demayo-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Darcie Kent Vineyards 13,White,France,"The spice is soft, giving the wine a dry edge of pepper and ginger cookies. The acidity shows enough to give the wine some crispness. Screwcap.",Baron de Hoen,15,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Beblenheim 2009 Baron de Hoen Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-beblenheim-2009-baron-hoen-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Cave de Beblenheim ,White,US,"The winery mentions neutral oak barrels, though the immediate aromatic impression is still on the toasty/oaky side. The fruit comes up more slowly, along with residual CO2 that gives a spritzy mouthfeel. Yeasty, light and tart, with green apples the strongest fruit flavor.",,22,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2008-chardonnay-other-columbia-valley-or/,Chardonnay,2008,Cathedral Ridge ,Red,US,"Aromatic and floral, this forward and fruity Pinot mixes spicy raspberry and strawberry fruit leading into a cherry cola core. That's where it remains through a quick fade. Good near-term drinking.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2008 Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2008,Coeur de Terre ,Red,US,"Cola, Dr. Pepper, cherry coke all come to mind, as this has a strong emphasis on those flavors, or sassafras as some define them. It's tasty, forward and light, with a lightly herbal aftertaste. Perfectly pleasant, though not showing much depth.",Estate,34,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2008,Coeur de Terre 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with bright, popping cherry aromas that are straightforward, much like the rest of the show. The palate is regular and healthy in feel, with standard cherry and raspberry flavors. Finishes the slightest bit toasty and warm. Nice but basic Rioja.",Viña Zaco,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2007 Viña Zaco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2007-vina-zaco-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Bilbainas 13.9,Red,US,"A bit jammy and simple, with fresh, primary flavors of blackberries and cherries that are almost sweet. Oak adds creamy, smoky notes. Drink now.",,48,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,C. Beck 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-beck-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,C. Beck 14.9,White,US,"A nice, fairly rich wine made from this classic blend of two varieties. It's dry and crisp, with zippy citrus fruits made more complex with notes of peaches and pears and a touch of spicy vanilla.",Devin Estate Grown,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2008 Devin Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2008-devin-estate-grown-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2008,Buttonwood Farm ,Red,US,"This is cool-climate fruit, from a vintage the winery describes as “the coolest year we have ever seen.” Nonetheless they have made a good wine, with balanced scents and flavors. It's definitely herbal, but also brings some cured meat and tart, wild cherry flavors into play.",,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2007 Syrah (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-willamette-valley/,Syrah,2007,Amalie Robert 14.5,Red,Spain,"Here's another good value red from Borsao. It's about as potent and packed a wine as you'll find for $7, and while it's jumpy, young and aggressive, it's also full of jammy black fruit, sticky extraction and firm tannins. A classic mouthfiller with spunk, color and heft.",Monte Oton,7,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2009 Monte Oton Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2009-monte-oton-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Borsao 14.5,Red,US,"Despite some richly extracted blackberry and black currant flavors, this wine's tannins and acids are out of whack. They give the wine a sharp, hard mouthfeel, and it actually turns bitter instead of spicy on the finish. Ready now.",Five Sisters Blend,34,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2007 Five Sisters Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2007-five-sisters-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,J. Rickards 12.5,White,France,"Soft wine, light in texture, some spice and tropical fruits. There is freshness, well integrated into an attractive, ready-to-drink wine. Screwcap.",,15,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2008 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Helfrich 13.5,White,US,"Dry and zesty in mouthwatering acidity, this clean wine features upfront flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits and oranges. It's a nice cocktail sipper at a good price.",The Birdman,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Big House 2009 The Birdman Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2009-birdman-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Big House 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mildly earthy, leathery and light in color, with rooty aromas and tree bark on the nose. The palate is good, maybe a bit sharp and angular, with savory flavors of tomato, red plum and earth. Dry on the finish and good for everyday consumption.",Glorioso,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2007 Glorioso (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2007-glorioso-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Palacio 13,Red,France,"Attractive ripe black fruit aromas with faint earthy note in background. Soft tannins. Lots of black cherry flavors with notes of leather and black pepper adding some complexity. Modern, easy drinking and perfect for a summer barbeque.",Gold Label,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Gold Label Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-gold-label-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 13.9,White,US,"Bone dry and tartly crisp in acidity, this wine's lemongrass and grapefruit flavors are showing their age. It's just beginning to break up. Pretty good, but drink this year.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cali 351 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cali-351-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Cali 351 13.5,White,US,"With a green grassiness that justifies the vineyard's name, this is a New Zealand-style wine. It's bone dry and zesty in acidity, with citrus, hay and gooseberry flavors, and more than a little feline spray you'll either love or hate.",Mesa Verde Vineyard,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Mesa Verde Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-mesa-verde-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brander 14.2,Red,US,"Somewhat rugged and astringent now, with a bite of acidity, but it's an enormously rich wine, with blackcurrant and chocolate flavors. Best now with grilled meats. A Bordeaux blend based on Malbec.",Piccolo Cru,22,86,California,Napa,Calistoga,Paoletti 2008 Piccolo Cru Red (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2008-piccolo-cru-red-napa-calistoga/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Paoletti 14.5,White,US,"Sweet and oaky, this Chard tastes like a vanilla and caramel cream soda, with alcohol and a squirt of pineapple essence. Defines the superripe, opulent style, without much complexity.",,26,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paoletti 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Paoletti 13.9,Red,US,"A rather ordinary Merlot, dry and rugged, with jammy-fruity flavors of cherries, herbs and oak. Blended with Beckstoffer Cabernet Sauvignon, which gives it needed body and power.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marilyn 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Marilyn 13.5,Red,Spain,"Piercing to start, with leathery, bacony and campfire aromas. Saturated, although healthy, if a bit hard and tannic. Flavors of bacon and clove are right up there with black fruit and syupy richness, and clove carries onto the finish. Needs time to breathe and unfold; 65% Garnacha and 35% Syrah.",Tinto Joven,17,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2008 Tinto Joven Garnacha-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2008-tinto-joven-red-blend-garnacha-syrah-campo-borja/,Garnacha-Syrah,2008,Pagos del Moncayo 13.8,Red,US,"Good, deeply extracted flavors in this darkly soft wine, with blackberries, plums and spicy, chocolaty chai tea. It's nicely dry. The tannins are a little off, with some ragged, green edges that won't age away, so drink now.",Bootjack Ranch,24,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2007 Bootjack Ranch Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2007-bootjack-ranch-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Niner ,Red,US,"Excellent winemaking extracts the maximum value from the grapes. Scents are a little volatile and pruney, but the wine is not. Flavors are a mix of plum pudding, chocolate, baking spice and vanilla, with lavender and blueberry streaks. Not your California or Washington Cabernet Franc, this charts a unique path.",,27,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2007 Cabernet Franc (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2007-cabernet-franc-southern/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Abacela 12,Sparkling,US,"Dry and rather scoury, with a rough mouthfeel. But it's clean and bone dry, and shows proper sparkling wine flavors of citrus, vanilla, yeast and green apple.",Sofia Blanc de Blancs,19,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Coppola 2009 Sofia Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2009-sofia-blanc-blancs-sparkling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Francis Coppola 12,White,US,"Subtle aromas of freshly cut grass and crisp Asian pears make this clean, dry Riesling a refreshing sipping wine. A tingly acidity and citrus pith notes linger playfully on the palate.",Dry,13,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Heron Hill 2008 Dry Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Heron Hill 13.5,Red,US,"This winery's basic Pinot has had a mixed record over the years. The '08 is dry and silky, but not particularly interesting at this price. It has gentle cherry, raspberry, cola, spice and oak flavors, offset by crisp acids. Drink now.",,33,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cuvaison 13,Rose,France,"Subtle and restrained, drawn in a more oxidative, less overtly fruity style. The palate is broad and unfocused but shows good depth of flavor and an intriguing thread of apricot. Ends with a nutty, almond note. Drink up.",Rouvière,13,86,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Château Routas 2009 Rouvière Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2009-rouviere-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2009,Château Routas 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Very light in body, color and aromas. The nose is punchy and a bit sharp, and so is the palate, which offers crisp, bracing acids to highlight zesty, lean nectarine and tangerine flavors. Quite linear and citric, but experience with this wine says it shows best with food.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2009 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2009-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2009,Muga 13.8,White,US,"This is a dry, firmly crisp Chardonnay, with pineapple, apricot, mineral and vanilla flavors. It's somewhat simple and direct, but very clean and zesty. Nice for drinking now.",,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Leto 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leto-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Leto 15.4,Red,US,"Smells and tastes overoaked, with toothpicky vanilla and smoky char notes. The amount of new French wood was 50%. The jammy raspberry, cherry and currant fruit just isn't intense or complex enough to support all that weight. Drink now.",Durell Vineyard,44,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2008 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali 12.5,Red,France,"Punchy and light by regional standards, with cherry, raspberry and some citrus to the nose. The palate is medium weight at best, with crunchy, crisp tannins backing red-fruit flavors. A little earthy as well, and simple to drink if you don't mind a wine with crispness.",Petite Ruche,27,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2008 Petite Ruche (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2008-petite-ruche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2008,M. Chapoutier 13,White,France,"The nose is fresh and pretty and there's definitely a luxurious texture to the flower-accented palate. However, it lacks intensity in the mouth and a slight funkiness on the finish detracts. Drink soon.",Clos Mireille Blanc de Blancs,39,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2008 Clos Mireille Blanc de Blancs White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2008-clos-mireille-blanc-blancs-white-cotes/,White Blend,2008,Domaines Ott 13,Red,France,"Fairly ambitious wine with intense lifted, black fruit aromas, licorice, spice and black tea. Quite front-loaded on the palate with intense juicy blackberry-cherry fruit. Full-bodied, crisp, slight granular texture and crunchy tannins. Alcohol generous but not intrusive allowing fruit to come through on the finish.",Les Vieilles Vignes,72,86,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Alain Voge 2007 Les Vieilles Vignes (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-voge-2007-les-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2007,Alain Voge 13.5,Red,Spain,"A chunky wine with compost, coffee and leather on the nose. The palate holds onto that chunkiness with clumsy flatness that goes with herbal plum and berry flavors. Airing allows it to unfold and find a better place, but always does it seem heavy and on the murky side.",Lealtanza Selección Especial Reserva,36,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altanza 2004 Lealtanza Selección Especial Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanza-2004-lealtanza-seleccion-especial-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Altanza 14.5,Red,France,"Slight reductive aromas, earthy but more flavorful on the palate. Sweet cherry compote, candied strawberry and hints of black tea, asphalt and black olive tapenade. Fairly extracted, full-bodied, plush with a sweet, spicy finish.",Ortas Prestige Rasteau,24,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Cave de Rasteau 2007 Ortas Prestige Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-rasteau-2007-ortas-prestige-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Cave de Rasteau ,Red,US,"Yes, that is the correct spelling, as shown on the wine's label. A blend of 10% Merlot, 56% Syrah, and 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is dark, plum-colored and dusty with scents of plum and prune. Soft and moving quickly into midlife, it drinks like an older wine, with soft tannins and a hint of supple leather.",Bordheauxd Red,26,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2007 Bordheauxd Red Red (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2007-bordheauxd-red-other-columbia-valley-or/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cathedral Ridge 14.1,White,US,"Notable for its dryness, crispness of acidity and the brightness of the citrus fruit and honeysuckle flavors. Could be Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, but whatever, it's a very nice, clean white wine.",Randle Hill Vineyard,20,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2008 Randle Hill Vineyard Sémillon (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2008-randle-hill-vineyard-semillon-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sémillon,2008,Yorkville Cellars 13.5,Red,France,"Quite restrained at first on the nose, but then opened up to a melange of baked forest fruits, black plum licorice and clove aromas. More plum and strawberry jam flavors with underlying notes of forest floor, dried herbs and spice on the palate. Moderate acidity but fairly full-bodied, harmonious and well-structured.",Réserve de la Dame á l'Oiseau,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignobles du Soleil 2008 Réserve de la Dame á l'Oiseau Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-soleil-2008-reserve-dame-a-loiseau-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Vignobles du Soleil 14.8,Red,US,"This is a jammy wine with raspberry and currant flavors, accented with pepper, anise and cocoa, with a coating of sweet oak. It's fundamentally dry, and a little simple in structure. Good now with grilled steak and chimichurri sauce.",,38,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wild Oak by St. Francis 2007 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-oak-by-st-francis-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2007,Wild Oak by St. Francis 14,Red,Spain,"Kicks off with minty coconut aromas and prune, then a hint of creamy green. The palate shows proper acidity and tannin balance, so the framing for the wine's raspberry flavors is good. Grabby but fresh on the finish, with just enough grapey richness.",,12,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2007 Garnacha (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2007-grenache-garnacha-mancha/,Garnacha,2007,Finca Antigua 14.5,Red,US,"A bit thin on the blackberry fruit, and showing some veggie notes. Also pretty tannic. Might have seen its better days a year or so ago.",,34,86,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ehret 15.5,Red,US,"Heavy tannins, which accentuate the acids, lock this wine down now, making it astringently dry and tart. Underneath all that are deep, earthy flavors of blackberries, coffee and pepper. Doesn't seem to be ageworthy, so drink up.",Estate Grown,32,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2007 Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2007-estate-grown-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Mounts 13.5,Red,France,Raspberry and earth tones open this medium-weight Provence blend. There's cherry fruit and a moderate level of complexity on the palate but also a slightly funky note in the background. Tannins are forceful but polite; try with pork roast.,Cru Classé,23,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Rimauresq 2006 Cru Classé Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rimauresq-2006-cru-classe-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2006,Rimauresq 12.5,White,US,"Sunny and warm on the nose with aromas of honey, roasted hazelnuts and a touch of petroleum, this medium-bodied dry Riesling surprises with an unexpected austerity in the mouth. It's an interesting transition, however, resulting in a sleek, steely wine with hints of chalk dust, bitter lime and canned pineapple flavors.",Dry,17,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Ravines 15,Red,Australia,"On the redder, crisper side of the Shiraz spectrum, with gentle touches of spice and vanilla to accent the raspberry fruit. It's medium bodied and reasonably long on the finish. Drink now.",Strong Arms,11,86,South Australia,South Australia,,R Wines 2007 Strong Arms Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2007-strong-arms-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2007,R Wines 14.2,White,US,"Nicely dry, acidic and minerally, with tart Meyer lemon, lime and pink grapefruit flavors. Suffers a bit from some green unripeness that suggests vegetable. Not too much, though, and pretty good for the price.",Reserve,18,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Concannon 2008 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Concannon 14.5,Red,US,"Tart, with an acidic mouthfeel that intrudes on the ripe cherry, red currant and cola flavors. Could be a bit more mellow. May develop for a few years, but that sharpness isn't likely to go away.",Biagini Vineyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2007 Biagini Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2007-biagini-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Clos La Chance 13,Red,France,"Bright ruby color with slightly muted aromas, showing notes of tart cherry, cranberry with a hint of black pepper and tapenade. Medium-bodied, soft tannins and crisp plummy, blackberry flavors with notes of clove and anise. Only moderate fruit concentration but has an attractive savory finish.",,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Delas Frères 2008 Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2008-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Delas Frères ,White,US,"A full, fruity, slightly hot Chardonnay. The barrel aging—all French, 60% new—brings the expected toastiness. This is a solidly made, fruit-forward style, immediately ready for drinking.",,21,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DaMa 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,DaMa 12,White,US,"Bright with fresh apple and pear aromas, this off-dry style Riesling is a sunny, cheerful wine that melds the sweetness of tangerines with a high-toned acidity.",,16,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Billsboro 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billsboro-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Billsboro 14.5,Red,US,"Minty and sharp in acidity, and not offering much richness now, especially at this price, although it does feel stylishly dry and elegant. Shows proper cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors.",,40,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma-Cutrer 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sonoma-Cutrer 12,White,France,"At three years old, this wine is showing some interesting developed aromas of almond paste and petrol while the lightweight palate displays some nice butter tones. Pick this one up soon, for it seems to be fading.",,17,86,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Le Classique from the 3 Springs Vineyard 2007 White (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-classique-from-3-springs-vineyard-2007-white-coteaux-daix-en/,White Blend,2007,Le Classique from the 3 Springs Vineyard 14.2,White,US,"Lots to like in this creative blend of Vermentino, Verdelho, Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc. It's well acidified, with citrus, orange blossom, peach, apricot, buttercream and mineral flavors. Just a bit too sweet, though, with a sugary taste throughout.",White4 Huerhuero,16,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2009 White4 Huerhuero White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2009-white4-huerhuero-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2009,Vina Robles ,Red,US,"This is 100% Sangiovese, with a spicy, peppery herbaceous quality. The fruit is very light, suggesting watermelon and wild strawberries. Simple and pleasant.",Luminoso,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Stella Fino 2008 Luminoso Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-fino-2008-luminoso-sangiovese-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Sangiovese,2008,Stella Fino ,Red,US,"This is smooth and light, with plenty of cocoa, mocha and coffee flavors around the light, pretty red fruits. Very creamy in the mouth, and ready to enjoy immediately.",Poetry in Merlotion,24,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Springhouse Cellar 2008 Poetry in Merlotion Merlot (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springhouse-cellar-2008-poetry-in-merlotion-other-columbia-valley-or/,Merlot,2008,Springhouse Cellar 13.5,Red,France,"There's nice upfront black cherry aromas, backed up by scents of herbes de provence and a woodsy flavors in the mouth. The finish is long and nuanced but the angular tannins leave a drying impression. This is clearly a food wine and would partner well with hearty beef and game dishes.",Belleruche,13,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2008 Belleruche Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2008-belleruche-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes/,Grenache-Syrah,2008,M. Chapoutier ,Red,Spain,"A simple but nice style of Ribera wine with open plum and berry aromas as well as snappy, juicy, fresh red fruit flavors. It's a touch biting and zesty at this point, but if you don't mind a little bite and zap it's perfectly good.",Crianza,,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Protos 14.6,Red,US,"This is a blend from Monterey and Santa Barbara counties. It's a dry, crisp, useful Pinot Noir. Fifty percent new French oak gives a smoky, charry overlay to the cherry, red currant and licorice flavors.",Summit,29,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Pali 2008 Summit Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-summit-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali ,White,US,"Off-dry with a candied orange character, this is indeed a mélange, including portions of seven different white wine grapes. It's an interesting wine, though might prove a bit challenging to match to food. Perhaps a curry?",Mélange Blanc,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Mélange Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-melange-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Waterbrook 14.5,Red,US,"The underlying wine is thin in fruit, so what stars is oak, with its toasty, caramelized aromas and flavors. It's also fiercely tannic. You'll find some briary blackberries and blueberries, but the wine illustrates why Petit Verdot is best used as a blender.",Central Park West Vineyard,50,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2007 Central Park West Vineyard Petit Verdot (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2007-central-park-west-vineyard-petit-verdot-petite-napa-st-helena/,Petit Verdot,2007,Trinchero 13.5,Red,France,"Deep youthful color with pink rim. Some attractive dark fruit aromas with hints of dried herbs and asphalt. Dark fruit and earth flavors prevail on the palate with moderate intensity and notes of creamy toffee. A little one-dimensional but smooth, creamy and easy drinking.",Clos du Bois de Menge,20,86,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,La Compagnie Rhodanienne 2009 Clos du Bois de Menge (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/compagnie-rhodanienne-2009-clos-bois-menge-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,La Compagnie Rhodanienne 14,White,Italy,"This is a very attractive and straightforward Vermentino from southern Tuscany. This native variety is gaining in popularity and it's easy to see why: the wine is fresh, crisp and very bright on the close.",,19,86,Tuscany,Maremma,,Morisfarms 2009 Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morisfarms-2009-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2009,Morisfarms 14,Red,Spain,"More basic and strained than prior wines from this producer. The nose is rubbery and cheesy at first, with leather and blackberry. Hard, tannic and acidic as well, and only a little softer with airing. Flavors are of snappy, tough cherry and berry, and the finish shows tannic bite. Could improve some with aging; now it's a tough go.",Ètim Old Vines,27,86,Catalonia,Montsant,,Agricola Falset-Marca 2007 Ètim Old Vines Grenache (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-falset-marca-2007-etim-old-vines-grenache-montsant/,Grenache,2007,Agricola Falset-Marca ,Red,US,"The first vintage for this designation, it's all estate-grown and hand-harvested. Accents of tomato leaf and wet cement in the nose, wild strawberry and rhubarb in the mouth. Quite tart and light, but well-made and varietal.",Vintage Debut,30,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2007 Vintage Debut Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2007-vintage-debut-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Amalie Robert 13.5,Red,US,"Dry, robust and gritty in tannins, this country-style wine also has a hefty dose of acidity. Its blackberry flavors are tinged with earthy notes of coffee and tobacco. Needs something rich and oily, like lasagna.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2008 Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2008-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2008,Eberle 12.5,White,France,"Steely, mineral style, very crisp. The texture is bone dry, with grapefruit and lime flavors, a wine under tight tension. It has lightness and extreme freshness.",Burg,30,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2008 Burg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2008-burg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Gustave Lorentz 13,Red,Italy,"Light and luminous in appearance, this bright Rosso di Montalcino delivers subdued aromas of raspberry, cherry, cola and wet earth. None of these aromas are particularly intense, but they are balanced.",,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Geografico Castello Tricerchi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geografico-castello-tricerchi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Geografico Castello Tricerchi 14.2,Red,US,"A bit coarse in the mouth, with a sandpapery tartness through the finish. On the plus side, the wine is fully dry and well-flavored, with black cherries, currants, spicy teriyaki beef and cedar. Drink now.",Reserve,25,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Reserve Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-reserve-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2007,Concannon 14.5,Red,US,"A serviceable Pinot Noir, rich in fruity raspberries and cherries, with a touch of sweet oak. Easy to drink with roast salmon, grilled sausages, or a nice, plump ham.",Vineyard Montage,24,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cru 2008 Vineyard Montage Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2008-vineyard-montage-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cru 14.5,Red,US,"Made in an exaggerated tutti-fruity style, with candied raspberry and mocha flavors. The mouthfeel is nicely silky, with a brisk flourish of acidity. Drink now.",Appellations Series,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cru 2008 Appellations Series Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2008-appellations-series-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cru 13.5,Red,US,"A super-fruity, direct Pinot, rather one-dimensional in cherry, raspberry and mocha flavors. Dry and crisp, with a silky texture, it's a good wine to drink now.",Appellations Series,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cru 2008 Appellations Series Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2008-appellations-series-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cru 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a powerful wine, both in terms of alcohol and aromatic intensity. You'll recognize tones of cherry liqueur, blackberry preserves and Indian spice. It's soft and sweeter than most other Rosso di Montalcino.",Saporoia,25,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Baccinetti 2007 Saporoia (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccinetti-2007-saporoia-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Baccinetti 13,Red,US,"A bit unripe, with a slight vegetal intrusion into the blackberries and cherries. Teeter-totters just on the edge of ripeness, but falls short. Otherwise, the tannins are pretty, and the oak is deftly applied.",Fathom,50,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 2008 Fathom Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2008-fathom-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Babcock 14,Red,Spain,"The opening of smoke, rubber and black cherry comes across as being dark and good. The palate holds form with lively cherry, plum and currant flavors and finally a medium-long, somewhat warm and meaty finish. Good for an everyday, no-frills Garnacha.",Viña Alarba Old Vines,10,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodegas y Vinedos del Jalón 2008 Viña Alarba Old Vines Grenache (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-jalon-2008-vina-alarba-old-vines-grenache-calatayud/,Grenache,2008,Bodegas y Vinedos del Jalón 13.5,White,US,"The curve on this wine has been going up and up, and this '09 is their best yet. It's bone dry and savory in acids, with ultraclean citrus, mineral and white flower flavors. Just delicious as a cocktail sipper.",,10,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Line 39 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Line 39 14.2,Red,US,"High in acidity, with a nice silky texture and bone dry. It's a very good wine, but despite some modest cherry, raspberry and licorice flavors, it lacks richness, particularly at this price.",Rodgers Creek Vineyard,48,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2008 Rodgers Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2008-rodgers-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sojourn 14,Red,Italy,"Well balanced and measured in terms of its aromatic intensity, this is a clean, straight-shooting Rosso di Montalcino that will pair with everything from lasagna to hamburgers. The wine shows more determination in the mouth thanks to its thick, supple texture.",,24,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,San Lorenzo 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,San Lorenzo ,White,US,"Very soft, it feels like the vinous equivalent of a creampuff. The fruit is lightly tropical, with notes of caramel and banana, cut through with a streak of citrus and apple.",,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Three Rivers ,Red,Spain,"Seems more earthy and damp than you might expect, with minerally notes. Sort of fiery and rugged on the palate, with tough tannins and only modest roundness and richness for a reserva-level wine from a good vintage. Shows some bitter chocolate on the finish. Needs another year in bottle to show better.",Reserva,,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2005 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2005-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Protos ,White,US,"Soft and forward, with ripe and lightly oxidized flavors, this is a solid, ready-to-drink, fruity style. A full mid-palate tastes of golden apples and hints at orange liqueur in the finish. Drink up.",,16,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2009 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2009-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Spindrift Cellars 12.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly vinegary on the cherry-laden nose, with a mild but persistent briney character. The palate is high in acid, leading to some scour, but the flavors of plum and berry, while generic, are pretty good. Finishes with hints of toast, pepper and spice. Solid enough for $8.",,8,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Ermita San Antonio 2009 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ermita-san-antonio-2009-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Ermita San Antonio 13.5,Red,US,"Not a whole lot going on in this Pinot. It's thin in cherry and cola flavors, with a touch of oak. On the plus side is a nice, silky dryness.",,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2008 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2008-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Aquinas 13,Red,Italy,This Rosso shows awkward aromas of almond paste and lemon zest on top of characteristic layers of wild berry and spice. It's light and lean on the palate with crisp fruit flavors on the close.,,,83,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Poggio dell'Aquila 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-dellaquila-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio dell'Aquila 15.6,Red,US,"A basic red Rhône blend, with a dash of Viognier for acidic brightness. Shows simple, thin flavors of raspberries and cherries, with a dash of sweet oak.",GMSV,22,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2007 GMSV Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2007-gmsv-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Minassian-Young 13,Red,US,Smells and tastes over-oaked; a little too acidic and thin in flavor. The oak tannins are strongly astringent.,Nina's Cuvee,30,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Nina's Cuvee Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-ninas-cuvee-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Concannon 13,Red,France,"Fairly deep ruby color with youthful pinkish rim. Slightly funky, earthy aromas prevail with hints of green peppercorn dried herbs and hickory smoke. Slightly lean and herbal on the palate, medium bodied with spicy, meaty flavors. Crisp, taut texture.",,29,82,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Vidal-Fleury 2007 Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,Vidal-Fleury 15.2,Red,US,"Burning hot in alcohol, this Zin is totally dry. It has peppery flavors of shriveled grapes and currants, with a bitter mouthfeel.",E. Passalacqua Heritage Estate,26,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gia Domella 2007 E. Passalacqua Heritage Estate Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gia-domella-2007-e-passalacqua-heritage-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Gia Domella 14,Red,Italy,"There's an overripe or jammy element to this Rosso that resembles blackberry preserves, smoked ham and moist tobacco. The wine tastes sweet and sticky in the mouth and leaves the palate covered with strawberry-like flavors.",Il Roccolo,,82,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenuta Oliveto 2007 Il Roccolo (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-oliveto-2007-il-roccolo-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenuta Oliveto 13.9,Red,US,"So acidic it's sour, and the fruit flavors disappear in a tart swirl of wintergreen. Acceptable, but just barely.",Estate Grown,18,81,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Rosa d'Oro 2008 Estate Grown Primitivo (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-doro-2008-estate-grown-zinfandel-primitivo-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Primitivo,2008,Rosa d'Oro 14.8,White,US,"Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, with a great many vines more than 50 years old, this is an enormously complex wine. Fruit doesn't dominate. Flowers and minerals do, with flavors of stones, herbs and earth. What fruit there is brings to mind tart limes and lemons, perhaps white apricots and peaches, with peppery Asian spice accents. Has the weight of a great red wine, and is bone dry. Don't drink it too cold. Will age for a long time, perhaps a decade, in a cool cellar.",To Kalon Vineyard I Block,75,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2006 To Kalon Vineyard I Block Fumé Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2006-to-kalon-vineyard-i-block-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-oakville/,Fumé Blanc,2006,Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,US,"Talk about sensuous! This one's sheer silk and satin, a voluptuous wine that seduces the senses. Beyond the fabulous texture is a complex structure and tiers of flavors, such as fresh wild cherries and raspberries, bacon, black pepper and lots of sweet, smoky new oak. An absolutely gorgeous wine that should age for 6–8 years.",Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Native 9 2008 Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/native-9-2008-rancho-ontiveros-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Native 9 14.9,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet, although it's tough and young and wants time in the cellar. Strikes you immediately as lush and important, with a fine structure framing ripe flavors of blackberries, black cherries, currants, anise, dark chocolate and sandalwood. Yet there's a juvenile character that, good as it is, promises even better things down the road. Give it until 2013, at least.",Game Ranch,70,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Goldschmidt 2007 Game Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2007-game-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Goldschmidt 14.8,Red,US,"This is a reserve-style wine crafted from lots sourced from some of the winery's Napa mountain properties. It's not showing all that well now, due to hard, jagged tannins. Yet there are promising signs. The oak already is marrying the fruit, resulting in a seamless, smoky sweetness, and the tannins are entirely ripe. Should develop well over the next 6–8 years, possibly longer.",Synthesis Reserve,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2006 Synthesis Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2006-synthesis-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Ray 14.5,Red,US,"This Cab is drinking very dry, tannic and austere in its youth. It really needs time in the cellar to soften and throw some sediment, and allow the heart of black currants and dark chocolate to emerge. Should begin to show interest after 2013.",,42,92,California,Napa,Yountville,Maroon 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maroon-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Maroon ,Red,US,"Lushly aromatic and toasty, the substantial oak flavors are set against deep, brambly berry and cassis fruits. There are subtle suggestions of mint and some alcoholic heat, and an interesting orange peel scent carries into the mouth. The tannins are big and ripe and not at all bitter or too heavy.",Protagonist,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,J. Bookwalter 2007 Protagonist Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2007-protagonist-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,J. Bookwalter ,Red,US,"Scents of cinnamon, peppery herbs and Asian spices. Lovely, detailed and deep, this blends sharply etched red and purple fruits with seams of vanilla and cut tobacco. Flavors follow, with medium acidity and leafy tannins. Nicely balanced, spiced, varietal and persistent.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2007 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,àMaurice 13.5,Red,France,"How good to find a powerful wine like this with reasonable alcohol. For this is an impressively dense and concentrated wine from 50-year-old vines. The fruit is ripe, juicy and chunky to go with the polished wood. A wine for cellaring.",La Pièce,85,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Mas del Périé 2007 La Pièce Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-perie-2007-piece-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Mas del Périé 14.8,Red,US,"A fine, fancy Cabernet. It shows Diamond Mountain's famously hard tannins, but they're so finely ground, the wine is actually drinkable now, with a brief decant. It's entirely dry, with complex waves of blackberries, cherries, currants, violets, mocha, minerals and, of course, plenty of sweet smoky oak.",,50,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Martin Ray 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Ray 14.2,Rose,US,"A very rich blush wine made from the same Cabernet grapes that go into the winery's expensive dry table wine. It's silky and wonderfully crisp, with deep flavors of raspberries, rose petals and vanilla spice. Wonderful with mushroom risotto, or with little puff pastry appetizers.",Cabernet Sauvignon,24,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Notre Vin 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-vin-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-rose-napa-howell-mountain/,Rosé,2006,Notre Vin 14,Red,US,"Always an interesting wine, and one that's made to drink with food. Dry and balanced, it shows flavors of blackberries, herbs and oak, with a soft, velvety mouthfeel. Made from all five of the traditional Bordeaux varieties, it should evolve over the next 6–8 years.",Cyrus,55,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2006 Cyrus Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2006-cyrus-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Alexander Valley Vineyards ,Red,US,"A single vineyard, 100% varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, this is deep, dark, dense, chewy and tannic. Yet it still captures some delicate floral aromas as well as smoke and rock and black fruits. You go from flower to fruit to earth and black olive in a rush of full-bodied flavor.",Stillwater Creek,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2007 Stillwater Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2007-stillwater-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Arbor Crest ,Red,US,"There's also 15% Grenache in the blend, all the fruit lovely and bright, a mix of pepper, blueberries and cassis. Complex, with rosemary and other wild herbs adding lift and interest, and a brambly quality to the fruit. Beautifully crafted, elegant and detailed, with a chocolaty bite to the finish.",,34,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,àMaurice 13,Rose,France,"The top rosé from Sacha Lichine's Esclans estate, this is wood aged and the flavors of wood are apparent, if subtle. The wine has a great smooth texture, the fruit well integrated, showing richness as well as elegance. Not classic Provence, but certainly impressive.",Garrus,90,92,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2008 Garrus Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2008-garrus-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2008,Château d'Esclans 13.9,White,US,"A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, with one-quarter Sémillon, this white blend was aged on the lees in oak barrels. It shows the balanced elegance this bottling by Brander usually displays. Entirely dry, with a crisp burst of acidity, its flavors are of citrus fruits, white flowers, vanilla, minerals and a touch of tart, New Zealand-style gooseberry. Great with roast pork or, if you can get it, wild boar.",Cuvée Nicholas,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Cuvée Nicholas Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-cuvee-nicholas-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brander ,Red,Italy,"Here's a super-modern and thoroughly lovable style of Barbera with intense and complex notes of milk chocolate, big black berry spice and espresso coffee. This wine stands tall among a new school of Barbera producers who have opted for a soft and extracted interpretation of this otherwise thorny and acidic grape.",Bricco della Bigotta,,92,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Braida di Giacomo Bologna 2007 Bricco della Bigotta (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braida-giacomo-bologna-2007-bricco-della-bigotta-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Braida di Giacomo Bologna ,Red,US,"Another in a string of fine Pinots from this producer. Shows real cool coastal influence in the brisk acidity, delicate structure and deep flavors of cherries and cola, which seem to have a long hangtime complexity. Very good, and should develop over the next 5–6 years.",,44,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freeman 14.4,White,US,"Made in a leaner, acidic, minerally style, this bone-dry wine feels ultra-clean and distinguished in the mouth. It's austere, but you'll find a core of pineapples, apples and limes. Great with a shellfish-inspired risotto. Elegant and food-friendly, it should develop over the next 4–5 years.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,39,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Testarossa 2008 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-sanford-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Testarossa 14.3,White,US,"Made of equal parts ultraripe pineapple and exotic lime fruit, coupled with sweet, smoky crème brûlée and buttered toast from oak and lees stirring, this is a super-rich Chardonnay. Don't drink it too cold; it matures and knits together as it breathes in the glass.",Rosella's Vineyard,44,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Testarossa ,Red,US,"Fragrant and spicy, this opens with green pepper notes and boatloads of prickly/brambly raspberry/strawberry fruit. From a cool vintage, the blend includes 15% Syrah. It's nicely handled, with great penetration and a dancer's precision.",Alder Ridge Vineyard La Montagnette,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Maison Bleue 2008 Alder Ridge Vineyard La Montagnette Grenache (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2008-alder-ridge-vineyard-montagnette-grenache-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Grenache,2008,Maison Bleue 14.3,Red,US,"A fine example of a Sonoma Coast Pinot, marked by bright, cleansing acidity and rich, yet modulated, cherry, raspberry, cola, rhubarb and pomegranate flavors. There's a spicy, silky elegance that makes repeated sips rewarding. Now through 2014.",La Brisa,32,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roessler 2008 La Brisa Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-brisa-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler ,Red,US,"Once again, here is a Seven Hills wine that opens with truly lovely aromatics. It's a clean varietal expression of Syrah, with medium weight, wild berries and finishing highlights of pepper, earth, sea salt, baking spices and cassis.",,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"Quilceda's Palengat is now a proprietary blend, not a strict Cabernet as before. You can smell the violets amidst nicely layered aromatics, built upon layers of black fruits, cassis and dark, smoky elements. Smoke, earth, coffee, a hint of iron and rock continue into the midpalate, which loses a little density as it moves through the finish. That may be a reflection of the young-ish (7 to 10 year old) vines.",Palengat,85,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Quilceda Creek 2007 Palengat Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2007-palengat-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Quilceda Creek 13.8,Red,US,"A vigorous, masculine Pinot Noir. Dark in color, tannic and acidic, it has the weight of Grenache, although with silkier tannins. The flavors are impressively ripe and deep, suggesting raspberries, cherries, currants and a baked pie crust quality from oak. A bit ponderous now. Give it a good, long decant, or hold for up to six years.",La Colline,60,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2007 La Colline Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2007-colline-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Laetitia 13.3,White,US,"This is a very rich Chardonnay. It has complex, lush flavors of pineapples, lemons, limes, oranges and the smoky vanilla notes from 100% new oak. High acidity fortunately provides crisp balance. Almost too much of a good thing, it calls for equally rich fare, such as lobster or Ahi tuna tartare.",Native Yeast,46,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Native Yeast Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-native-yeast-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Iron Horse 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful wine for drinking now, although it will take a few years in the cellar. Dry and soft, it offers appealing, complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, anise, mocha and sweet smoky oak, wrapped into firm but fine tannins. Gets more interesting as it airs and warms in the glass.",,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Ray ,Red,US,"Though mostly Cabernet from an excellent Horse Heaven Hills vineyard, this also includes 15% Merlot from Pepper Bridge. It coats the tongue with velvety softness and drying tannins. It suggests elegance and breed immediately, Cabernet's classic cassis married to herbal grace notes and a strong mineral streak. A lovely food wine.",,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gramercy 15.7,Red,US,"Made in a superripe, high-alcohol style, this Zin may be an acquired taste, but if you like this approach, it's a sensation. Dry, soft and a little hot, it shows massive blackberry tart, black cherry pie, blueberry jam, chocolate, anise, pepper and Indian spice flavors. Almost Port-like, but never loses essential control, and a fine example of Dry Creek.",,36,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Gustafson Family 14.2,White,US,"Really delicious, a rich, opulent wine that beguiles from first sip to last. It's sweetly caramelized and vanilla-oaky, with crisp acidity brightening ultraripe flavors of pineapples, golden mangoes and buttered toast.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Fritz 13.5,White,US,"Opulent and captivating, this Chard captures the rich, bells and whistles style of California, while maintaining a sense of style and elegance. Coastal acidity provides a bracing structure for the ripe pineapple, lime, pear, white flower and mineral flavors.",,20,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Au Bon Climat 14.5,Red,US,"Profoundly rich, offering massive blackberry, currant, chocolate, bacon and spice flavors that are liberally oaked. A fine structure provides needed balance, with strong, finely ground tannins and brisk acidity cleansing the palate. Young now, and should develop for the next six years.",Eight Barrel,38,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Eight Barrel Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-eight-barrel-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Zaca Mesa ,Red,US,"Dark, bold, and full-bodied, this is the perfect embodiment of power and breed in a full-on (five grape) Bordeaux blend. Boysenberry, cassis, plenty of acidity—the nose promises a great deal, though it is reticent in the mouth, and fairly acidic. This is a wine to lay down and enjoy in a decade.",Pentad Red Wine,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2006 Pentad Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2006-pentad-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Seven Hills 14.8,Red,US,"This very fine Cabernet wants a little time in the cellar. Right now, it's tight in tannins, with some acidic bitterness in the finish. The flavors are of black currants and smoky new oak. The Morisoli Vineyard has been home to very good, ageable bottlings from the likes of Sequoia Grove and Elyse, but in the last few years, Meander has expressed its terroir best. Try after 2012.This very fine Cabernet wants a little time in the cellar. Right now, it's tight in tannins, with some acidic bitterness in the finish. The flavors are of black currants and smoky new oak. The Morisoli Vineyard has been home to very good, ageable bottlings from the likes of Sequoia Grove and Elyse, but in the last few years, Meander has expressed its terroir best. Try after 2012.",Morisoli Vineyard,100,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Meander 2006 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2006-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Meander 14.2,Red,US,"This is a unique Pinot Noir, different from almost everything else out there. Sourced from a vineyard in the Petaluma Gap region (perhaps a future AVA), it's bone dry, moderate in alcohol, and tannic. It has lighter, leaner flavors than most Pinots, with the fruit accompanied by herbs, minerals, flowers and mushrooms. Fans of super-fruity Pinots will find it unrich, but Burgundy lovers may think of Pommard. It will be fascinating to track this wine's progress.",Clos Madeleine,90,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Notre Vin 2006 Clos Madeleine Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-vin-2006-clos-madeleine-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2006,Notre Vin 14.2,White,US,"A beautiful, fancy Sauvignon Blanc, crisp and dry and complex. If you're looking for a California white to drink with a perfect roast chicken, it's a fine choice. Shows ripe, lush citrus, tropical fruit, peach, mineral and white flower flavors, finished with dusty cinnamon spices.",,28,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Conspire 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conspire-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Conspire 13.9,Red,US,"This is quite a nobly structured Pinot Noir. It's tempting to describe it as thin, because it trades opulence for dryness and a certain spicy minerality. But that would seriously underestimate its considerable appeal, not to mention the subtle hints of wild cherries and raspberries. The more you sip, the more you like it. At this price, a terrific value.",,25,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Alta Maria 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-maria-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Alta Maria ,Red,US,"Supple and layered, this nicely captures the scope and scale of this superb vintage. It's still young, tight and quite compact, but shows threads of tobacco, anise, stone and pencil lead, along with full, fleshy, plum and cassis fruit. Great structure and dense, ripe tannins. This is a perfect illustration of why Washington Merlot can claim to be the best in the world outside of Pomerol.",Foreshadow,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2007 Foreshadow Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2007-foreshadow-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,J. Bookwalter ,Red,US,"This is only the third time the Chapter wine has been made since it debuted in 2002. It's a selection of the five or 10 best barrels—essentially the J. Bookwalter reserve. It is definitely the darkest and most muscular of the 2007's, and it builds upon thick tannins, liquorous oak and deep, rich, dark fruits. It's drinking well right now but should hold for up to a decade.",Chapter 3,78,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2007 Chapter 3 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2007-chapter-3-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,J. Bookwalter 14.2,Red,Chile,"Outstanding as always. Right from the first take it has an elevated sense of being. The nose is rich, warm and deeply fruited, with balsam wood and lemony notes. It's deep as a coal mine on the palate, with herbal, tobacco and leather accents sprucing up serious berry fruit flavors. Minty and sly on the finish, and lovely overall. Drink now through 2016.",Clos Apalta,80,93,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2007 Clos Apalta Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2007-clos-apalta-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Lapostolle 11,Dessert,US,"Super sweet, with vanilla honey, apricot preserves, tangerine tart and vanilla cream flavors. What's not to like? Best of all is crisp, tart acidity, like a squeeze of lemon, that brightens and heightens the richness and makes it finish clean.",Oley Sweet,20,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2009 Oley Sweet Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-oley-sweet-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2009,Novy 14.4,Red,US,"Grown in the very cool central-southwestern part of the appellation, by Sebastopol, this Pinot features crisp, mouthwatering acidity. And, in this wonderfully long hangtime vintage, its flavors are extraordinarily rich and pure, brimming with cherries and raspberries. It shows layers of complexity, yet is too young, with the parts unintegrated. Give it 4–5 years in a cool cellar.",Jenkins Vineyard,70,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2007 Jenkins Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2007-jenkins-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lynmar ,Red,US,"This single-vineyard blend's flavors run through all the berries right into dense cassis. It gathers more strength as it rolls through the midpalate, layering in earth and black cherries, with char and toast more noticeable than in the other Tamarack reds.",DuBrul Vineyard Reserve,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Tamarack Cellars 2007 DuBrul Vineyard Reserve Red (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2007-dubrul-vineyard-reserve-red-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Tamarack Cellars 14.5,White,US,"Not for fans of rich Chardonnays, this is a very dry, acidic bottling. It's more about clean mouthfeel and scour than hedonism. What fruit there is suggests limes, pears and brisk minerals, while smoky oak and lees contribute toasty, buttery, creamy notes. A distinguished and elegant wine that defines cool-climate coastal conditions. Grows more complex and interesting as it warms in the glass.",Estate Grown,38,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pfendler 2008 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfendler-2008-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Pfendler 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, although it's a bit brusque in acidity. Still, it's enormously rich and dry, with long-lasting flavors of raspberry tart and cherry-cinnamon granola. Give it a brief decant, and drink with rich, umami-inspired fare, like teriaki salmon or cured meats.",Morelli Lane Vineyard,42,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2008 Morelli Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2008-morelli-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lost Canyon 14.3,Red,US,"Tasted beside the wonderful 2006, this Bordeaux blend is considerably more tannic and aloof. Almost equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it's very deeply flavored in black and red currants, licorice and dusty Asian spices, while lots of new French oak adds a sturdy framework. Seems an obvious candidate for the cellar, and should blossom after 2011.",Grand Vin,65,93,California,Lake County,Lake County,Alienor 2007 Grand Vin Red (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alienor-2007-grand-vin-red-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Alienor 13.5,White,US,"Very ripe, rich and new-oaky, with dazzling flavors of ripe pineapples, pears, limes, caramel and buttered toast, drizzled with vanilla honey. A crowd-pleasing Chardonnay of enormous power and concentration. Could use a touch more nuance and complexity, but a tremendous wine at a good price for the quality.",Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection Sierra Madre Vineyard,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2007 Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2007-santa-barbara-historic-collection-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Au Bon Climat 13.5,White,US,"Extremely rich and ripe, with tremendous pineapple, pear, mango and white flower flavors that have been liberally oaked. Shows a touch of bitterness in the finish, which is probably the result of its age. Still, it's a flamboyant, impressive Chardonnay, like a magnificent old tapestry that's fraying a bit around the edges.",,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2006 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2006-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Au Bon Climat 14.8,Red,US,"This is a very rich, ripe, flamboyant Pinot, made in the lush California style. It's flashy in complex tiers of raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice, cocoa and cinnamon spice, yet is silky and dry. The fruit comes from Sonoma Coast, Green Valley and the Middle Reach. An impressive followup to the inaugural '07, and a bottling to watch.",Les Pommiers,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,EnRoute 2008 Les Pommiers Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enroute-2008-pommiers-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,EnRoute 14,Red,New Zealand,"Plummy and dark, with accents of cedar, dark chocolate and hints of coffee. This is always the most robust of the Felton Road Pinots, and really deserves a few years in the cellar; although it's approachable now, expect the already soft tannins to turn silkier in time.",Block 5,79,93,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2008 Block 5 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2008-block-5-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Felton Road ,Red,US,"You have to love the '07 vintage. This is drinking beautifully right now, though official release (September) is still a ways off. Rich and delicious, full-bodied and aromatic, with exotic barrel scents and a lovely mélange of chocolate, mocha, caramel and spice. But the fruit is the main story, and it's full, ripe and substantial—cherry and cassis, licorice and just a hint of leaf.",Red Wine,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Quilceda Creek 2007 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2007-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Quilceda Creek 13.5,Red,US,"Lots to admire in this Cab. It's bone dry and rich in blackberry and cedar flavors, with overtones of mocha, anise and toast, and is very tannic. Clearly made in a leaner style than today's high-alcohol cult style, it trades some richness for elegance and finesse. This is a wine that puts its bet on cellaring. Try after 2013.",,75,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Clos du Val 14.2,Red,US,"The palate can tell a superbly structured Cabernet from a flawed one, and this Cab shows off its pedigreed origins with flash. Great tannins, fine acidity, fully dry, and with a rich veneer of oak, it has perfectly ripened flavors of blackberries, currants, cherries and dark chocolate.",Dead Fred Vineyard,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Selene 2007 Dead Fred Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2007-dead-fred-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Selene 14.1,White,US,"A very rich Chardonnay, notable for its complex flavors of pineapples, sweet Meyer lemons, Key lime pie, buttered toast and smoky caramelized oak. Acidity is quite high, and plays a role in the way it tingles and cleanses the mouth. There's a fresh, jammy quality that makes the wine taste younger than its almost three years. Should develop in the bottle through 2013.",Journey,75,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2007 Journey Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2007-journey-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Matanzas Creek 14,White,US,"Jewell threads the needle where so many others fail with this dry, elegant Sauvignon Blanc. Does exactly what it should, providing a mouthwateringly crisp white wine that scours and cleanses the palate. The flavors are of limes, lemons, grapefruits, wildflowers and stony, tangy minerals. Really a brilliant wine, among the best of its class.",Redwood Ranch,24,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Joseph Jewell 2008 Redwood Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2008-redwood-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Joseph Jewell 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the volume of this warmish, high mountain vineyard, with enormously ripe flavors of cherries, red currants and red plums, with elaborate sweet oak. Yet it preserves Pinot's silky delicacy. That juggling act, of balancing power with finesse, marks the best Pisoni Pinot Noirs. Fine now, and should slowly develop over the next six years.",Pisoni Vineyard,59,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2008 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa ,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet, from the iconic Klipsun vineyard, has been sourced from the original 1989 planting since the first crop, making Seven Hills Klipsun's longest standing customer. This offers deep cassis, mineral, and earth flavors, powerful and dense. The Seven Hills style, ordinarily restrained and elegant, suits this vineyard especially well, as it reins in the tendency of Klipsun fruit to go over the top, and become too tannic. This is muscular and deep, but proportionate and detailed.",Klipson Vineyard,32,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Seven Hills 2007 Klipson Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-klipson-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Seven Hills 14.1,Red,US,"Opulence, lushness and a silky, seductive texture are what you expect from Pinot Noir, and this one delivers them all. It's bone dry and crisply clean in acidity, with subtle, complex flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola, red currants, licorice, bacon and peppery spices. Easy to drink from the get-go, and gets more interesting as it warms in the glass.",,30,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Of The Place 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/place-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Of The Place 14.5,Red,US,"Very ripe and extracted, almost jammy, with primary fruit flavors of blackberries, black cherries, red plums, currants, dark chocolate and spices. Delicious and noble, but kind of immature. Give it 4–6 years to soften and integrate, and it could develop even longer.",Estate Grown & Produced,46,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Winery 2007 Estate Grown & Produced Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-winery-2007-estate-grown-produced-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Oakville Winery 14.8,Red,US,"Needs time in the cellar, as it's really tough in tannins now. Feels hard and sandpapery and raspingly dry. Deep down inside is a molten core of ripe blackberries and black currants, with lots of new, smoky oak. Seems to be your classically ageable Napa red. Give it until at least 2013, and it could surprise and delight for many years beyond.",,125,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2007 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2007,William Hill Estate 14.6,Red,US,"You'll want to age this wine for a good 6–8 years, because right now it's rather tough in tannins, and the fruit and oak have not married. Nonetheless it's quite a good wine. Shows complex layers of blackberries, currants and caramelized oak. Lifts Alexander Valley Cabernet above its usual level into noteworthy.",Vyborny Vineyard Plus,150,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Goldschmidt 2006 Vyborny Vineyard Plus Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2006-vyborny-vineyard-plus-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Goldschmidt 11.5,Dessert,Australia,"Lovely dessert-style Riesling at an extremely attractive price. It yields dried apricot aromas, then turns to honeyed marmalade in the mouth, just loaded with orange-apricot preserves. It's weighty and viscous, with a long, sweet finish. Should last through at least 2016.",The Noble Wrinkled,19,94,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Noble Wrinkled Riesling (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-noble-wrinkled-riesling-mclaren-vale/,Riesling,2008,D'Arenberg 14.5,White,US,"Shows all the richness you could want in a Chardonnay, with smoky, buttery flavors of pineapples, lemons and pears, wrapped into a smooth, creamy mouthfeel. A scour of minerals gives the wine a steely grounding, while brilliant acidity makes the finish ultraclean. Really beautiful, a top Russian River Chardonnay at a fair price for the quality. The vineyard is in the cool Green Valley.",Ruxtan Vineyard,30,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2008 Ruxtan Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2008-ruxtan-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Lost Canyon 15,Red,Chile,"Dark, dense, spicy and full of everything nice, including cola, berry, earth and richness. The palate has ideal ripeness and power, and the flavors are a clever mix of light herbs, spice, chocolate and blasting berry. Long and sultry on the finish, with tobacco and immense complexity. One of Chile's very best wines; a blend of Syrah, Carmenère, Cabernet and Merlot.",Gê,92,94,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2006 Gê Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2006-ge-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Emiliana 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A superb bubbly, almost entirely comprised of Chardonnay, with 2% Pinot Blanc. It's super-sophisticated, with that elegantly dry, crisp, yeasty feeling associated only with the best sparkling wines. Shows its California origins in the ripe lemon, lime and strawberry flavors that flatter, then pull back into a closure of minerals and spice. A great wine, although the mousse could be finer.",Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs,85,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2004 Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2004-le-reve-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Domaine Carneros 13.5,Red,France,"Prunes and dark chocolate, rather than fresh fruits, dominate this dark-hued wine. It has big spice along with dense tannins, power and immense concentration. The acidity brings a light moment of freshness. For aging, 4–5 years.",Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine,,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-new-black-wine-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful, ultrafine Cabernet that shows rich blackberry, black currant, violet, cocoa and cedar flavors, and while it has tightly wound mountain tannins, it's entirely approachable now. A great, delicious success that's capable of aging for a good ten years, in a proper cellar. From the Davies family, of Schramsberg.",,40,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,JD 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jd-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,JD 14.9,White,US,"A gorgeous wine, dry and complex, whose natural fruit richness and acidity have been accented by full-bore Burgundian treatment of sur lies and oak barrel aging. It's basically a Sauvignon Blanc, with citrus flavors and a mouthwatering green fruit taste that suggests limes and kiwis. Combines a bracing quality with richness, and the result is compelling.",,40,94,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Sauvignon Gris (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-other-white-sauvignon-gris-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Gris,2008,Chalk Hill 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful wine that will redefine the way you view Lake County. Mostly Merlot, with a drop of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it's extraordinarily rich and refined in the mouth, a lovely wine to drink now. Shows new oak-inspired raspberry, cherry, red currant and Indian spice flavors that linger into a long finish.",Grand Vin,65,94,California,Lake County,Lake County,Alienor 2006 Grand Vin Red (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alienor-2006-grand-vin-red-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Alienor ,Red,US,"This wine's dense complexity is immediately apparent in the nose; offering hints of Asian spice, cinnamon, cardamom, along with supple layers of purple and black fruits. The tannins are substantial and fine-grained, perfectly ripe, and the threads of black olive, smoke, tar and coffee weave seamlessly into the finish. There is a balance point here—it has not reached too far; it's just right.",Foreshadow,42,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2007 Foreshadow Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2007-foreshadow-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,J. Bookwalter 13.5,Red,US,"Very dry and tannic, as Petite Sirah should be. But unlike many “Pets,” it's also balanced and elegant. The official alcohol is only 13.5%, yet there's not a trace of greenness. In fact, the wine, which has plenty of French oak, is quite rich in blackberry and black currant flavors. Really a superb example, a Petite Sirah for Cabernet fans. Should evolve interestingly for many years.",Esoterica Chavez-Leeds Vineyard,40,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Kent Rasmussen 2007 Esoterica Chavez-Leeds Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2007-esoterica-chavez-leeds-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-rutherford/,Petite Sirah,2007,Kent Rasmussen 14.6,White,US,"Quite a good, distinguished Cabernet. It's rich and robust, with explosive blackberry and currant flavors, liberally coated with smoky oak, that finish in a swirl of chocolate. Most exquisite are the tannins, so pure and refined. The name refers to the number of barrels in the blend, which comes from St. Helena, Rutherford and Spring Mountain.",9-3-5,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2006 9-3-5 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2006-9-3-5-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hunnicutt 15,Red,US,"Too young for drinking now, or anytime soon for that matter. It's all primary blackberry and currant fruit, new oak and tannins. But there's a dramatic quality to the structure, a purity of parts that suggests the cellar. There are waves of licorice, mocha and buttered cinnamon toast, with everything vying for supremacy. Let all the elements battle it out for a good six years. This wine should age gracefully through 2015, at least.",Estate Moose Valley Vineyard,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,D.R. Stephens 2006 Estate Moose Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2006-estate-moose-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,D.R. Stephens 14.5,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay for drinking now. It's dry and crisp, with pineapple, peach and pear flavors accented with vanilla oak and creaminess from lees aging. Despite the richness, there's a firm minerality, a tang of steel that makes the wine bracing. The grapes are from a vineyard in the southerly, cool Coombsville area, an area that needs its own appellation.",,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hunnicutt 13.8,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet, with a small percentage of the other Bordeaux varieties, this is a very rich, dramatically layered wine. It's notable for both its intensely smooth tannins and the lush fruit, which suggests waves of raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice, rose petals and oak, courtesy of 100% new French barrels. Yet there's an underlying minerality that gives firmness and grounding. Feels ultrarich on the palate now, and should ride out the next decade with ease.",,150,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Notre Vin 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-vin-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Notre Vin 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific Cabernet marked by the superbly ripe, fine tannins and classic blackberry and black currant fruit Napa so routinely delivers. Fully dry, it feels rich and full-bodied and important in the mouth, a wine to drink with fine foods and linger over as it breathes in the glass. Good now, after a brief decant.",Oakville Terraces,70,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,De Sante 2006 Oakville Terraces Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sante-2006-oakville-terraces-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,De Sante 14.5,Red,US,"A very finely crafted Pinot Noir, although it's also very young and wants some time in the cellar. Combines great Highlands fruit power and tannic structure with a silky, delicate mouthfeel. Beautiful now for the elaborate raspberry and cherry flavors, elaborated with beautiful oak, but better after 2013.",Doctor's Vineyard,54,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2008 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa 12.7,Sparkling,US,"This is one of the greatest Carneros sparkling wines in memory. It feels softly crisp and creamy in the mouth, with brilliant, complex flavors of limes, raspberries and vanilla, and yeasty, oak influenced notes of brioche. There's a richness throughout that's hard to put into words, but the palate understands.",Brut,70,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 2005 Brut Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2005-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Schramsberg ,Red,US,"This vintage has the Horiuchi artist label. Another glorious wine from the 2007 vintage, full and forward, packed with plum and purple fruits. Sweet tobacco and baking spices lead into a lush, fruit-loaded core, ripe with berries and plums. The finish—thick and textural and darkly chocolaty—wraps around polished, elegant tannins.",,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2007 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2007-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,àMaurice 14.3,Red,US,"This is a wonderfully rich, seductive Pinot Noir. It has the lushness and complexity you want in a fine California bottling, with a silky texture and crisp acidity. The flavors are very complex, ranging from raspberry and cherry tart, cola and exotic rosehip tea to sandalwood, finishing with a flourish of spice. Lots of new oak, but it's perfectly in keeping with the wine's volume.",Tina Marie Vineyard,48,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fulcrum 2008 Tina Marie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2008-tina-marie-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fulcrum 14.5,Red,US,"There's a beautiful wine in here, but it's buried under tannins. Also, the fruit is all primary blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and cherry jam, while the oak stands to the side, insistent in vanilla and toast. Nothing has merged, everything is separated. Yet this is a great wine, easily the greatest Cabernet to emerge from Livermore Valley in memory. Beautiful now, and should develop for a decade.",Ghielmetti Vineyard Clone 4,100,95,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-clone-4-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steven Kent 14.2,Red,US,"Big and powerful, but nuanced despite its size. It's a dark, extracted wine, filled with wild cherry, raspberry, currant and sandalwood flavors, as well as exotic notes of forest balsam, grilled mushrooms, tamari and dusty Indian spices. Super-complex, it changes with every sip, and should change interestingly over the next six years. The vineyard is in the Petaluma Gap, and argues strongly for that region's future.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,52,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fulcrum 2008 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2008-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fulcrum 13.5,White,US,"About as rich and flamboyant as California Chardonnay gets, a wine that blows you away with sheer pyrotechnic wizardry. Massive in grilled pineapples, mangoes, Key lime pie, vanilla honey, crème caramel and dusty spices, accented with perfect acidity.",Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,30,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Au Bon Climat 2007 Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2007-santa-barbara-historic-collection-sanford-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Au Bon Climat 13.5,White,US,"Amazingly rich and ripe, defining the Bien Nacido cool-climate style. The grapes hung for a long time in this excellent vintage, getting ripe and balanced, and the wine offers dazzling opulence, while preserving vital acidity. Showcases dessert pastry flavors of pineapples, mangoes, buttered toast, buttercream, meringue and honeysuckle, accented with dusty spices. Simply beautiful from first sniff to the last swallow.",Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2007 Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2007-santa-barbara-historic-collection-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Au Bon Climat 14.4,White,US,"A best-of-barrels selection from the winery's various vineyards, this is a lush, intricate Chardonnay made in the modern style. It's fantastically rich in pineapple tart flavors, with the sweet, smoky crust, and more acidic citrus notes of Meyer lemons and limes. Oak aging and lees add fortunate layers of buttered toast and cream. Very intricate, with Chablisian dryness and minerality. Now–2014.",Diana's,55,95,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Testarossa 2008 Diana's Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-dianas-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Testarossa 13.3,Sparkling,US,"A brilliant brut, comprised of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It displays the qualities of dryness and yeastiness, with complex flavors of limes, vanilla and a touch of raspberry. The mousse is very fine, while the acidity is extraordinarily clean and brisk. Beautiful now, and should age for many years.",Brut,70,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schramsberg 2005 Brut Sparkling (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2005-brut-sparkling-sonoma-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Schramsberg ,Red,US,"This is a revelation. The complex and site-specific aromas suggest wild herb, lavender, lemon verbena and black olive. The tannins are supple and ripe, with no green edge at all. The fruit combines mineral-soaked black cherry, sweet raspberry compote, and deep cassis. A marvelous wine, dense, detailed and seductive.",Conner Lee Vineyard Conflict,50,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2007 Conner Lee Vineyard Conflict Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2007-conner-lee-vineyard-conflict-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,J. Bookwalter 14.9,White,US,"Expensive, but brilliant. At the forefront of California Sauvignon Blanc. Shows bright and clean acidity framing intense tangerine, lime and honey flavors, as well as complications from oak. Yet it finishes bone dry and elegant. Delicious and compelling, this wine lifts Sauvignon Blanc into entirely new territory.",Musque,40,95,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Musque Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-musque-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Chalk Hill 14.6,Red,US,"A tremendous Cabernet, pure and refined, and undoubtedly the beneficiary of its great vintage. It's dry and elegant, with the slightly herbal tinge and soft tannins that Alexander Valley invariably lends. Yet the flavor profile is dominated by delicious, oak-inspired blackberries, cherries and currants. Brilliant and beautiful, and should develop for many years.",Vyborny Vineyard,70,95,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Goldschmidt 2007 Vyborny Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2007-vyborny-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Goldschmidt 15.1,Red,US,"A beautiful, classy Cab, marked by smoky new oak and very ripe blackberry and cassis flavors, with a streak of minerals. The vineyard is in the Vaca Mountains, in the valley's far east. You can taste the sunshine in the wonderful fruitiness, and the tannins are extraordinarily refined, but they're also aggressive. Fine now, with a long decant, but should develop bottle complexity over many years.",Cloudy's Vineyard,100,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2007 Cloudy's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2007-cloudys-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Janzen 14.5,Red,US,"Hard mountain tannins characterize this Cab, which was grown above 2,000 feet in the Mayacamas. It's hugely deep in blackberries and black currants, with notes of dark chocolate and violets. Meanwhile, 100% new French oak adds an elaborate layer of smoky caramel and char that's entirely in keeping with the wine's volume. Impressive and flashy, but immature, this wine requires cellaring. Best 2012–2018.",Christopher's,100,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2006 Christopher's Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2006-christophers-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stonestreet ,Red,US,"Hard to exaggerate the beauty of this mountain-grown wine, which is based on Cabernet Sauvignon but contains the other four classic Bordeaux varieties. Although it's very tannic, those tannins are remarkably soft. Nearly all-new oak provides a framework of smoky caramel, delicious enough, but just an accompaniment to the blackberries, black currants, cherries and dark chocolate. A fantastic wine for drinking now, and should last for many years in the cellar.",,75,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Legacy 2006 Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legacy-2006-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Legacy ,Red,US,"This feels slightly softer in the mouth than the massive 2006, but carries the density and gravitas that one associates with Quilceda Creek. Wonderful balance, with a deeply detailed set of flavors that gather strength as they move through the palate. Mixed berries, threaded with chocolate, lingering with black cherry, cassis, smoke, cedar, lead pencil and more.",,125,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Quilceda Creek 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Quilceda Creek 14.4,Red,US,"This important Pinot Noir is expensive, but it is absolutely worth a search. It's not a single-vineyard wine, but a blend of various blocks from the cooler southern part of the valley. Oak, to the tune of 70% new, is very strong in char and vanilla, but way stronger is the fruit itself, which is exemplary and stunning. Raspberries, cherries and strawberries just begin to describe it, with all sorts of spice and earth complexities. Stuns with purity, complexity and sheer delicious power. Great now, and will easily develop over the next 6–8 years.",Five Sisters,100,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2007 Five Sisters Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2007-five-sisters-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lynmar 13.8,Red,US,"Too sweet in sugary blackberry jam to earn a higher score, but if that's your liking, go for it.",Estate Grown,20,80,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Rosa d'Oro 2008 Estate Grown Barbera (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-doro-2008-estate-grown-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Barbera,2008,Rosa d'Oro 13,Rose,Uruguay,"Not very lively or fruity. Vague aromas and flavors of nectarine and citrus are sticky, grabby and bland. Not a good rosé by any measuring stick.",Identity Tannat,15,80,Canelones,,,Gimenez Mendez 2009 Identity Tannat Rosé (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gimenez-mendez-2009-identity-tannat-rose-canelones/,Rosé,2009,Gimenez Mendez ,Red,US,"A blend of five diverse red grapes, this lightly fruity quaffer is almost invisible as far as flavor is concerned. It hits the tongue and vanishes.",Cascade Terrace Red,17,80,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2007 Cascade Terrace Red Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2007-cascade-terrace-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Agate Ridge ,White,US,"A mix of disjointed impressions. Some floral notes collide with sour acids, then lead into a confected, candied finish.",,12,80,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Château Bianca 14.8,Red,US,"So vegetal, it's barely drinkable. Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc.",Hawk Red,14,80,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2007 Hawk Red Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2007-hawk-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Buttonwood Farm 13.5,Red,US,"After the sulfur smell blows off, this wine remains tough in acids and tannins.",,18,80,California,Lake County,Lake County,Rosa d'Oro 2007 Dolcetto (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-doro-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Dolcetto,2007,Rosa d'Oro ,Red,US,"Stewed and vegetal, with hard, bitter tannins. This does not taste as if the grapes ripened sufficiently, and the extraction is such that green, bitter tannins are the main flavor.",,32,81,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cathedral Ridge 14.9,Red,US,"Nowhere near ripe, with asparagus and boiled green bean aromas and flavors. Simply lacks richness of fruit.",Estate Grown,22,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2007 Estate Grown Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2007-estate-grown-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2007,Buttonwood Farm 15.4,Red,US,"Tastes unevenly ripened, with blackberry and vegetal flavors side by side, and seems to have residual sugar. The sweetness is compounded with high alcohol.",Estate,24,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2008 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2008-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Minassian-Young 13,White,US,"If this is the reserve, I'd hate to taste the regular. There's almost no fruit, with only a drop of citrus swimming in the alcohol and acidity.",Reserve,8,81,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Oak Grove 14.2,White,US,"Dry and harsh, with overwhelming feline smells and tastes.",Limited Bottling,21,81,California,California Other,California,Stuart Cellars 2008 Limited Bottling Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2008-limited-bottling-viognier-other/,Viognier,2008,Stuart Cellars 13.7,Red,US,"Frankly sweet, with candied raspberry and cherry flavors. Feels soft and cloying.",Winemakers Reserve,12,81,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2008 Winemakers Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2008-winemakers-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Dancing Bull 15.8,Red,US,"Feels hot and Porty in the mouth, although it's very dry, with bitter raisinskin and shriveled cherry flavors. The alcohol approaches 16%.",Reserve,65,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gia Domella 2007 Reserve Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gia-domella-2007-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Gia Domella ,Red,US,"There is a bit of sweetness which gives a quick impression of body to the light, cherry-flavored fruit. Once in the mouth the wine quickly fades, leaving just an astringent aftertaste with no particular varietal character.",,23,81,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2008 Grenache (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2008-grenache-southern-rogue-valley/,Grenache,2008,Agate Ridge 14.9,Red,US,"Soft, simple and sweet, with jellied raspberry, cherry and spice flavors. Tastes like an inferior dessert wine.",,29,81,California,Lake County,Lake County,Beaver Creek 2007 Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaver-creek-2007-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Beaver Creek ,Red,US,"Smoke and leather tack-room scents and flavors, making for a sharp, short, fruitless wine.",,15,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Château Bianca 13.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy smelling but also lean and minty. The palate is almost sour, a bit better later on, but never does it rise above tight, lean and tart. Mesache means youthful but youth is wasted on the young in this case. Garnacha, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and the indigenous Parraleta.",Mesache,11,81,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodegas Pirineos 2008 Mesache Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-pirineos-2008-mesache-red-somontano/,Red Blend,2008,Bodegas Pirineos 14.7,Red,US,"Too soft and sweet, like melted raspberry jam. Feels tired and syrupy.",Reserve,18,81,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2007 Reserve Barbera (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2007-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,2007,Lava Cap 12.4,Red,US,"A dry, tannicly dessicated wine largely lacking in fruit. Tastes of alcohol and pepper, with just a sprinkle of blackberry juice.",Limited Reserve,40,81,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Stuart Cellars 2007 Limited Reserve Syrah (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2007-limited-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Syrah,2007,Stuart Cellars 12.5,White,US,"Soft and sugary sweet, with pineapple jam flavors. Lots of people will like it, but it's a pretty common Chardonnay.",,17,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Q 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Q 13.3,White,US,"Dry, tart in acidity and vegetal, this Sauvignon Blanc isn't ripe. It tastes like green beans with just a hint of citrus.",,18,81,California,North Coast,North Coast,Estraié 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estraie-2007-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Estraié 13,Red,US,"Pretty harsh, with green tannins and minty flavors, relieved by some modest cherry notes.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,81,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2007 Proprietor's Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2007-proprietors-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Glen Ellen ,White,US,"Disjointed from the start, this wine never pulls itself together. Cracker, oily fruit, overripe apples, and some burn in the finish.",McDuffee Vineyard Reserve,36,81,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2008 McDuffee Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2008-mcduffee-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-other-columbia-valley-or/,Chardonnay,2008,Cathedral Ridge 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty harsh and unrewarding, even for this price. It's soft and simple, with Lifesaver raspberry flavors.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Smoking Loon 14.6,Red,US,"Super-high in acids, almost sour, and tannic too, with dry flavors of bitter cherries. If this is your kind of wine, break out the rich meats, butter and cheese and enjoy.",,33,82,California,California Other,California,Villa Andretti 2008 Dolcetto (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-andretti-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-other/,Dolcetto,2008,Villa Andretti 13.5,Red,US,"Bone dry and tannic, with a sour bite of acidity. It's a pretty fierce Cab, despite some decent blackberry flavors.",Chateau d'Og,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mutt Lynch 2007 Chateau d'Og Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2007-chateau-dog-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mutt Lynch 14.1,Red,US,"Bone dry and vegetal, with high acidity. Saved, just barely, by some good cherry and oak flavors.",Reserve,30,82,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Concannon 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Concannon 13.5,Red,US,"Acidic to the point of sour, with a Lifesaver candy raspberry flavor. At least it's dry.",,30,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Copeland Creek 2005 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/copeland-creek-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Copeland Creek 15.1,Red,US,"It's for you, if you like your Cabs soft, sweet in jellied fruit and hot in alcohol. Tastes like a melted cherry pie, with the sugary, smoky crust.",Jackknife Corner,32,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2007 Jackknife Corner Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2007-jackknife-corner-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dane Cellars 15.4,Red,US,"A little too sweet for comfort, with jellied raspberry and cherry flavors edged with the vanilla and caramel tastes from toasted oak barrels. Grows more sugary as it sits in the glass.",,24,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dane Cellars 12,White,US,"Restrained both aromatically and on the palate, this Riesling offers modest hints of green apple and pear combined with a slightly herbal note. There's not a lot of complexity or concentration, but it's a brisk, refreshing wine.",Dry,14,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Hunt Country Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"Here's a simple wine that tastes like a supermarket fruit juice blend of peaches, mangoes and apricots. It's soft and one-dimensional and slightly sweet in the finish.",,13,82,California,California Other,California,Hey Mambo 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hey-mambo-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Hey Mambo 15,Red,US,"Vegetal, with a green bell pepper aroma and taste. What fruit there is veers toward currants, and the mouthfeel is soft.",S&S,35,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel 2007 S&S Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2007-s-s-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2007,Carmel 13.5,Red,Spain,"A green, struggling wine from front to back. The nose kicks up underripe aromas to go with distant red fruit, while the palate is edgy and prickly, with high acidity creating snappy cherry and green flavors.",Esenzia,9,82,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón,,Bodegas y Vinos de Lécera NV Esenzia Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinos-lecera-nv-esenzia-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-bajo-aragon/,Garnacha,,Bodegas y Vinos de Lécera ,White,US,"Not as fleshy as many examples of this southern Rhône blend, this shows thin, generic fruit with no particular focus.",,21,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2008 Marsanne-Roussanne (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2008-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-southern-rogue-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2008,Agate Ridge 13.5,Red,US,"Harsh and jagged. Might be the sort of vino Nonno drank 80 years ago, but it's pretty out of touch with what consumers want today. Dry and tannic, it's thin and raisiny and common.",Presents Rosso,11,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Francis Ford Coppola 2008 Presents Rosso Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2008-presents-rosso-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2008,Francis Ford Coppola ,Red,US,"Soft and mushy in structure, with sweet, pie-filling flavors of berries that have a baked fruit edge, this Zin tastes like it was a victim of hot overripeness.",Destiny Vineyards Reserve,75,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2004 Destiny Vineyards Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2004-destiny-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Hunt Cellars 14,Red,US,"A tough, common wine, gritty in tannins, with superripe blackberry flavors that veer into bitter raisinskins and dark, unsweetened baker's chocolate. Not going anywhere.",Long Valley Red Limited Estate Reserve,50,82,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Stuart Cellars 2006 Long Valley Red Limited Estate Reserve Meritage (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2006-long-valley-red-limited-estate-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Meritage,2006,Stuart Cellars 14.4,White,US,"Even though this wine is nicely dry and crisp, it's too vegetal, with a green bean taste.",Bella Sandra,20,82,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Silvestri 2007 Bella Sandra Chardonnay (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvestri-2007-bella-sandra-chardonnay-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Silvestri 14.9,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and Porty, with sugared flavors of red cherry jam and red currants. Feels hot and prickly in the mouth.",,28,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2007 Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2007-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2007,Venteux 14,Red,France,"There's undeniable extraction and density here along with quite a full body and ripe tannins. However, excessive reduction makes this one smell a bit too much like a struck match. Decant before serving.",Tradition,19,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret,,Domaine de Mourchon 2007 Tradition Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mourchon-2007-tradition-seguret-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de Mourchon 13.5,White,US,"Vegetal, with an asparagus edge to the citrus fruit flavors. That mars this otherwise clean, dry and zesty Chardonnay.",Selected Vineyards,10,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2008 Selected Vineyards Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-selected-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Concannon 14.5,Red,France,"This one spent a little too long on the vine, resulting in confected notes on the nose and cooked flavors in the mouth. Finish is grippy and slightly alcoholic.",Jupiter,19,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2006 Jupiter Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2006-jupiter-visan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de Coste Chaude 10.5,Rose,US,"Light and sweet, with raspberry jelly flavors and lots of acidity.",Zinfandel,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Zinfandel Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-zinfandel-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Glen Ellen 14.8,Red,US,"There's a rustic feeling in the mouthfeel of this dry Zinfandel. It has disagreeably hard, astringent tannins, and there's also a bitterness that seems to come from shriveled grape skins.",Will's Hills,40,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Thacher 2007 Will's Hills Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thacher-2007-wills-hills-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Thacher 14.8,Rose,US,"Heavy and dull, with softly candied raspberry and currant flavors.",Syrah,18,82,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Longevity 2009 Syrah Rosé (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longevity-2009-syrah-rose-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Rosé,2009,Longevity 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard, pickled aromas settle on leathery and burnt after airing. The palate is jammy and sticky, with sweet, heavy, roasted, burnt-tasting black fruit flavors. Resiny as well. Tempranillo with 10% Syrah.",Picos del Montgó,9,82,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Montgó 2009 Picos del Montgó Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgo-2009-picos-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Montgó 13.5,Red,US,"A tough, green wine, with minty sharp acidity and not much fruit, although you'll find some modest cherry flavor.",,19,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Praxis 2007 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/praxis-2007-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2007,Praxis 14,Red,France,"Quite reductive on the nose that unfortunately blocked the fruit aromas. Dense and full bodied with a fairly plush texture, some baked cherry flavors, coffee, toffee and butterscotch notes. Warm and spicy on the finish.",Grande Réserve,16,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Pierre Amadieu 2007 Grande Réserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-amadieu-2007-grande-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Pierre Amadieu 14.4,White,US,"Sweet and simple in apricot and pineapple flavors, with a heavy coating of caramelized oak. Drinkable, but disagreeably fruit-juicy.",,29,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cobblestone 2008 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Cobblestone 13,White,US,"A semisweet wine, with apricot jam and citrus flavors, offset by crisp acidity. Turns cloying after a few sips.",Diamond Collection Emerald Label,16,82,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2009 Diamond Collection Emerald Label Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2009-diamond-collection-emerald-label-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Francis Coppola 13.2,White,US,"This simple Chardonnay is soft and sweet, with some vanilla oaky notes. It's made in the popular style.",Vintage Blend,12,82,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2008 Vintage Blend Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2008-vintage-blend-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Dancing Bull ,Red,US,"Sweaty and pruney in the nose, this hot and disjointed wine could be almost any red grape; there's no varietal character. It's volatile and thins out quickly, leaving green tannins in the back of the mouth.",,32,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-columbia-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Cathedral Ridge 13.9,Red,US,"Unbalanced, with overripe raisiny, pruny flavors next to less than ripe harsh tannins. Although the wine is dry, it feels awkwardly sharp and tired.",,18,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ca' Momi 14,White,US,"A bit vegetal, and a bit sweet on the finish in pineapple candy. Not particularly successful.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Babcock ,Red,US,"Relatively low in alcohol (12.2% is the listing), this is thin on fruit but does offer soft flavors of yeasty bread dough, along with some stemmy tannins.",Clonal Selection,24,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2007 Clonal Selection Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2007-clonal-selection-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Agate Ridge ,White,US,"Quite thin, as if over-cropped, turning the fruit generic. Then it brings in a honey character, as if it were botrytis-affected. But it is not a sweet or late harvest wine; it's quite dry.",Wetzel Estate,12,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2008 Wetzel Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2008-wetzel-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Château Bianca ,Red,US,"The price is right, but the wine is a little vegetal despite some cherry and currant flavors. Will do in a pinch, if your guests aren't particular.",,22,82,California,California Other,California,Big House NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Big House 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with jammy berry-cherry flavors and some bitterness throughout.",Red,10,82,California,California Other,California,Big House 2008 Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2008-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Big House ,Red,US,"A grapey wine, forward with light, pretty cherry candy flavors. It starts out well, then doesn't build into anything, but rather fades quickly into a watery, generic red.",,27,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2007 Petite Sirah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2007-petite-sirah-southern-rogue-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Agate Ridge 12.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy and flat smelling, with little to no depth to the nose. The palate is snappy but there's just enough body to offset the acidity, while the flavors of red fruits are tart and regular. Dull tasting, with a fairly long finish that's unexciting.",Vertus,10,82,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bodegas Iranzo 2009 Vertus Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-iranzo-2009-vertus-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Iranzo 14.6,White,US,"Sweet and sour, with simple pineapple, mint and orange flavors, and a cut of tart acidity.",Zingy,18,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2009 Zingy Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2009-zingy-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Buttonwood Farm 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay in a box is the equivalent of four regular bottles, but it's not a very good wine. It's ultradry and acidic, with unripe, vegetal flavors that just approach citrus fruits.",,24,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Monthaven 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monthaven-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Monthaven 15.2,Red,US,"Tastes as sweet as raspberry or cherry jam, with a cut of citrusy acidity. This rustic wine also has some firm, furry tannins.",Fiore,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paoletti 2008 Fiore Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2008-fiore-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2008,Paoletti 13.9,Red,US,"Hard to like this dry, bitter wine. It's cutting and tannic in the mouth, with very modest blackberry fruit.",Reserve,10,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Family Vineyards 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-family-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Napa Family Vineyards 14.2,White,US,"Tastes dry, bitter and tannic, like press wine, with green, stemmy flavors of berries and green peppercorns. Drink now.",Portrait of a Mutt,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mutt Lynch 2007 Portrait of a Mutt Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2007-portrait-a-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2007,Mutt Lynch 15,Red,US,"Dry, bitter and tannic. Mouth-numbing astringency overwhelms the modest blackberry fruit. Ready now.",Canis Major,25,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mutt Lynch 2007 Canis Major Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2007-canis-major-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Mutt Lynch 13.5,Red,US,"There's a harsh edge of acidic, green sharpness to this wine. It's bone dry, with very modest blackberry fruit.",Private Selection,11,82,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2008 Private Selection Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-private-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Robert Mondavi 12.5,White,US,"Simple, thin and sugary, with sweet pineapple and peach juice flavors.",Coastal Series,10,82,California,California Other,California,Jenica Peak 2008 Coastal Series Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jenica-peak-2008-coastal-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Jenica Peak 14.5,White,US,"Very tart, almost sour in acidity, with unnaturally sweet pineapple, buttered toast and caramel flavors.",Appellation Series,30,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Crū 2008 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2008-appellation-series-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Crū 13.5,Red,US,"Gets the Cabernet job done with sweetish blackberry and black currant flavors, tinged with oak-like notes. But it's a fundamentally uninteresting wine, even at this price.",Private Selection,11,82,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2008 Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-private-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Mondavi 12.5,Red,US,"Pretty harsh, with unripe, green tannins and tart pepper and blackberry flavors. The price is pretty good, at least.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2008 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2008-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Glen Ellen 13.1,Red,US,"An awkward wine whose chief problem is the mouthfeel. It's bone dry and sharp, with unripe green flavors and harsh acidity. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",Olive Hill,40,82,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2008 Olive Hill Petite Sirah (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2008-olive-hill-petite-sirah-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Galante 13.5,Red,US,"Not quite ripe, with green, vegetal notes suggesting asparagus. This was a cool vintage, and the wine is from a cool area.",West Pinnacles Vineyard,30,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2007 West Pinnacles Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2007-west-pinnacles-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Darcie Kent Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Harsh in acids, simple and fruity sweet in jammy raspberries. A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre.",The Lineup GSM,12,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Big House 2007 The Lineup GSM Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2007-lineup-gsm-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Big House 18.5,Port/Sherry,US,"Harsh and hot in alcohol, and completely lacking the richness of fruit for balance, this Port-style wine offers only modest chocolate and cherry flavors. Ridiculously overpriced.",Noble Companion Tawny,65,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager NV Noble Companion Tawny Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-nv-noble-companion-tawny-port-napa-valley-118515/,Port,,Prager 13.5,Red,Italy,"Jammy notes of strawberry and raspberry preserves open the nose of this overripe Morellino di Scansano. The wine is dark and concentrated but all that mature fruit leaves a raw, chewy sensation on the finish.",,20,83,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Poggio Lungo 2008 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-lungo-2008-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Lungo 14.5,Red,Spain,"Balsamic and hard, with a briney, stemmy set of chemical-tinged black fruit aromas. The palate hits with force and noise; it's hard, tannic and unforgiving. The flavors of baked berry are rich, but the finish is grating and blazes with tannic burn.",Reserva,14,83,Northern Spain,Toro,,Marqués de Olivara 2005 Reserva (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-olivara-2005-reserva-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Marqués de Olivara 12,White,US,"Made off-dry, with a sugary edge to the citrus, apple and flower flavors. The acidity is tingly. Okay for an everyday sipper if you like your white wines sweet.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Loredona 2009 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loredona-2009-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2009,Loredona ,White,US,"Light, tart, slightly green fruit flavors don't add up to much. There is an undertone of old barrel or something not quite fresh. Simple and plain.",Winemakers Select Unoaked,10,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Oak Knoll 2008 Winemakers Select Unoaked Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-2008-winemakers-select-unoaked-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Oak Knoll 15.3,Red,US,"Soft and melted in fruit, with high alcohol that gives it a burn, this Zinfandel and Mourvèdre-based blend has raspberry, cola and spice flavors. Drink now with spicy burgers, ribs, roast pork.",Black St. Peter,23,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2007 Black St. Peter Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2007-black-st-peter-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Minassian-Young 14.5,White,US,"A tartly acidic, slightly green wine, with mineral, peach, green grape and pineapple flavors. Turns sweet-and-sour on the finish.",Vineyard Montage,24,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Cru 2008 Vineyard Montage Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2008-vineyard-montage-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Cru 13.5,White,US,"Nicely dry, tart in acidity and clean, but flavor-wise, there's not much going on. The tastes are of minerals and alcohol, with a squirt of citrus juice.",Stainless Steel Fermented,23,83,California,Napa,Yountville,Dillon 2008 Stainless Steel Fermented Chardonnay (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dillon-2008-stainless-steel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-yountville/,Chardonnay,2008,Dillon 13.9,White,US,"Too acidic, almost sour, and pretty sweet, with pineapple and orange flavors. Gets the Chardonnay job done, but seems pricey for what you get.",West Pinnacles Vineyard,24,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Darcie Kent Vineyards 2008 West Pinnacles Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darcie-kent-2008-west-pinnacles-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Darcie Kent Vineyards ,White,US,"This has the sharp, citrus skin phenolics characteristic of many Viogniers, but a rather soft middle tastes like green bananas more than citrus. Those banana flavors roll into the finish, then quickly fade.",Barrel Fermented,18,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2008 Barrel Fermented Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2008-barrel-fermented-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2008,Agate Ridge 12.5,White,US,"At the equivalent of $4.75 a bottle, and with the staying power of its vacuum technology, this box wine is a pretty good buy. Bone dry and crisp, it has pleasant citrus fruit, vanilla and peppery spice flavors.",,19,83,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Bota Box 14.6,Red,US,"Not a bad wine, but green and minty-sweet, like a raspberry sour candy lozenge. The grapes and tannins just didn't get ripe enough.",Estate Grown,22,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Buttonwood Farm 15.7,Red,US,"A simple wine, with cola, herb and raspberry tea flavors that are dry, but have a sharp mouthfeel. Seems unevenly ripened, with awkward tannins.",,22,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2007 Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2007-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2007,Minassian-Young 14.9,Red,US,"Tart in acidity, with simple cherry flavors that taste baked into a pie. But the finish is fully dry. Tannic, too, with the result that the mouthfeel is hard as nails.",Bootjack Ranch,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2007 Bootjack Ranch Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2007-bootjack-ranch-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2007,Niner ,White,US,"Light and lemony, this simple, tangy white wine has some pretty, fresh baked bread scents, but inviting as they are, the wine feels acidic and one dimensional in the mouth. Lemon/lime is the prevailing flavor.",,14,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2008 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Agate Ridge 14,Red,Spain,"Jammy aromas mix with grassy green notes in front of a sweet, chunky palate that offers unconvincing, generic berry flavors. Devoid of elegance and character but loaded with heft and baked fruit. A sweet, rudimentary wine.",,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2009 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2009-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Legado Muñoz 15.6,Red,US,"Simple and jammy, this Zin shows fruity flavors of raspberries, cherries and oranges. It's a little sugary sweet.",Spring House,22,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2007 Spring House Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2007-spring-house-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2007,Lava Cap 13.9,Red,US,"Bone dry, tough and leathery, with a bitter, raisiny edge to the blackberries and cherries. Drink now.",Tatria Vintner's Limited Reserve,35,83,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Stuart Cellars 2006 Tatria Vintner's Limited Reserve Meritage (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2006-tatria-vintners-limited-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Meritage,2006,Stuart Cellars ,Red,US,"This Cabernet is a bit on the green side, with sharp, slightly bitter tannins that are not completely masked by the overlay of chocolatey barrel flavors.",Make Cab Not War,24,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Springhouse Cellar 2008 Make Cab Not War Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springhouse-cellar-2008-make-cab-not-war-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Springhouse Cellar 15.7,Red,US,"Good berry, cherry, chocolate, tobacco and spice flavors in this Zinfandel, but it's too soft and flat in structure. It's also frankly hot, with 15.7% alcohol, and has a Porty finish.",Triumverate Reserve,36,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Thacher 2007 Triumverate Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thacher-2007-triumverate-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Thacher 15.7,Red,US,"Soft and slightly sweet, this wine tastes like raspberry and cherry syrup with a dash of melted milk chocolate. It's also hot, with 15.7% of alcohol. Zinfandel, Mourvèdre and Grenache.",Controlled Chaos,33,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Thacher 2007 Controlled Chaos Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thacher-2007-controlled-chaos-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Thacher 14.5,Rose,France,"Rich salmon color with coppery flecks. Slightly subdued aromas of candied cherry, strawberry and lime drops. Quite broad, earthy and a viscous texture. Flavors of baked strawberry jam. Slightly intrusive warmth on the finish that cuts off the fruit.",La Comballe,13,83,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Delas Frères 2009 La Comballe (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2009-comballe-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2009,Delas Frères 14.9,Red,US,"Weedy and vegetal despite some decent raspberry, cherry and spice flavors. Okay for a big party where nobody's fussy.",Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine,10,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2007 Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2007-proprietors-reserve-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2007,Glen Ellen 13.5,White,US,"Fruit-juice sweet, like a pineapple, orange and peach drink, with high, almost sour acidity. Gets the Chardonnay job done.",Unleashed,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mutt Lynch 2009 Unleashed Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2009-unleashed-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Mutt Lynch 13.5,White,US,"This wine's citrus, apple, floral and vanilla flavors are dryish to off-dry. It's a soft, simple wine that will appeal to folks who like a little sweetness in the finish.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Loredona 2009 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loredona-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Loredona 15.5,Red,US,"Dry and spicy, with some green peppercorn and vegetal aromas and flavors that interfere with enjoyment. A few modest blackberry notes rescue it.",Bent Bow,24,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Fiddletown Cellars 2008 Bent Bow Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddletown-cellars-2008-bent-bow-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Fiddletown Cellars 14,Red,US,"Comes down on the hard, rough side of the Petite Sirah spectrum, with jagged tannins and dry flavors of cola, green mint, blackberries, bacon and black pepper that turn bitter toward the finish.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2008 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2008-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2008,Pennywise ,White,US,"This is two thirds Chardonnay and the rest a Viognier/Roussanne blend. There is something a little off-putting in the aromas, a hint of volatility and sweatiness. In the mouth it is a simple, generic dry white.",LeeVeLooLee Gossamer,22,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kontos 2009 LeeVeLooLee Gossamer White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2009-leeveloolee-gossamer-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2009,Kontos ,Red,US,"Very pale for a Zin, this delivers more flavor than you might expect. It's very spicy and peppery, and the fruit has a strong herbal/rhubarb streak, but it's firm and shows some alcoholic heat (14.6% is the official figure) as well.",,20,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Cathedral Ridge 2007 Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathedral-ridge-2007-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2007,Cathedral Ridge ,Red,US,"Scents of plum and cassis lead into a tart wine with acidic, tannic, black cherry fruit flavors. The acids are quite chalky, and the tannins chewy and slightly green.",,24,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Agate Ridge 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agate-ridge-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Agate Ridge ,White,US,"Very light, to the point of being watery, with hints of citrus and tea. The finish leaves a sour aftertaste.",Wetzel Estate,12,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2008 Wetzel Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2008-wetzel-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Château Bianca 14,Red,Spain,"Mint, carob and green-tinged fruit aromas precede an herbal-tasting palate with olive-influenced plum, berry and cola flavors. From down south in Spain, it shows pretty good body and an okay mouthfeel, but the flavor profile is a little funky and strange.",Castillo de Almansa Tintorera,10,83,Central Spain,Almansa,,Bodegas Piqueras 2008 Castillo de Almansa Tintorera Garnacha (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-piqueras-2008-castillo-almansa-tintorera-grenache-garnacha-almansa/,Garnacha,2008,Bodegas Piqueras 12.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet, plummy and unrefined on both the nose and palate. This is nothing more than simple juice that isn't terrible. It's grapey, sweet and tart, with an edgy bit of tang to the finish. Regular at best; subpar if you're being critical.",Peromato,9,83,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Fariña 2009 Peromato Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2009-peromato-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Fariña 12,Red,Spain,"Strawberry and raspberry aromas come on with aggression, and the bouquet doesn't really evolve. The palate is crisp, snappy and high in acid, with grating red cherry and red plum flavors. Decent red fruit character throughout but not much feel or depth.",,7,83,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Finca Milena 2009 Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-milena-2009-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2009,Finca Milena 13.5,Red,US,"A bit thin and rugged, but gets the red wine job done, with cherry, plum and black pepper flavors that finish dry.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2007 Proprietor's Reserve Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2007-proprietors-reserve-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2007,Glen Ellen 13.5,White,US,"Thin in flavor but dry and zesty, this blend of five varieties delivers modest orange, peach and vanilla flavors.",White,10,83,California,California Other,California,Big House 2009 White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2009-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Big House 14.2,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and thin. Whatever fruit there used to be has dropped out, leaving behind alcohol and the ghost of black currants.",Beauregard Ranch Vineyard Estate Grown,55,83,California,Central Coast,Ben Lomond Mountain,Beauregard 2005 Beauregard Ranch Vineyard Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Ben Lomond Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2005-ranch-vineyard-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-ben-lomond-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Beauregard 14.3,Dessert,US,"Sweet, but thin in flavor, with modest orange, vanilla and buttercream notes. Pretty much all you get is sugar and alcohol. Mostly Sémillon, with some Muscat Canelli.",Twilight,22,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,J. Rickards 2008 Twilight White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2008-twilight-white-sonoma-county/,White Blend,2008,J. Rickards 14.8,Red,US,"A sound, fruity, if rustic Zinfandel. It's soft and slightly sweet, with candied blackberry, raspberry, Dr. Pepper, licorice and spice flavors, and a coating of caramelized oak.",Ancestor Selections Vineyard,22,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2006 Ancestor Selections Vineyard Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2006-ancestor-selections-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,J. Rickards 13,Red,France,"Pretty ruby color with candied black cherry, gumdrop aroma. Soft and warm on the palate with only modest fruit concentration, with flavors of cherry compote and very ripe strawberry. texture a little syrupy. Simple, little dilute but easy-drinking.",,12,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,La Ferme de Suzon 2008 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferme-suzon-2008-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,La Ferme de Suzon 15.8,Dessert,US,"Super-sweet in honeyed richness, but that's not enough to rescue this wine. It's not fruity enough. Shows herb and pineapple flavors, so that the sweetness is pretty much all you get.",,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Andretti 2009 Moscato (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-andretti-2009-muscat-moscato-napa-valley/,Moscato,2009,Villa Andretti 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells fairly burnt and dull, with earthy, stemmy aromas that are strained and tough. The palate reflects the nose with heavy, roasted, leathery plum flavors that finish with a meaty thud. Rustic and stemmy, with a low pulse.",Crianza,12,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2007-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Rioja Vega 14.9,Red,US,"Good, rich flavors in this Zin, with raspberry and cherry jam and chocolaty mocha, dusted with cinnamon. But it's pretty simple, like a Starbucks drink, and too soft.",Reserve,20,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2007 Reserve Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2007-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2007,Lava Cap 13,White,US,"Watery, with barely any flavor at all. If you try, you'll find some citrus fruit. But it's clean, dry and crisp in acidity, and serves a purpose at a decent price.",Reserve,8,83,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-viognier-other/,Viognier,2009,Oak Grove 14.2,White,US,"If you like tart, green gooseberries in your white wines, this is for you. It has that rather vegetal, feline flavor, alongside riper lemons and limes that finish basically dry and crisp.",Croft Vineyard,18,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2009 Croft Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2009-croft-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,J. Rickards 11,White,US,"Although it's the driest of Three Brothers' series of four Rieslings showcasing increasing sweetness levels, this wine would be more accurately described as off-dry in style. The nose is distinctly savory with hints of fennel, ramp and petroleum. On the palate, there's a surprising sunburst of lemon and lime balanced with a brisk acidity.",0 Degrees,13,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Four Degrees of Riesling 2009 0 Degrees Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-degrees-riesling-2009-0-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2009,Four Degrees of Riesling 13.5,Red,US,"A decent Pinot with lots of upfront fruit, if a bit soft and short on the finish. Shows candied raspberries, cherries and spices.",Flock,15,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Flock by Smoking Loon 2008 Flock Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flock-by-smoking-loon-2008-flock-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Flock by Smoking Loon 13,White,France,Soft and flat in texture with a toffee character and a touch of spice. It tastes old before its time.,,15,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2007 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2007-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Specht 13.5,Red,US,"Simple and direct in cherry, blackberry and sandalwood flavors, this Merlot is for everyday drinking at a fair price. It has a nice, silky texture.",Selected Vineyards,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2007 Selected Vineyards Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-selected-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2007,Concannon ,Red,US,"Thin and disjointed, with strawberry soda fruit flavors that drop off quickly into an amorphous midpalate. There's some plastic aftertaste in the finish.",Estate,30,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cubanisimo Vineyards 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cubanisimo-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cubanisimo Vineyards 15.3,White,US,"Shows sweet-and-sour pineapple and orange fruit flavors, like a Chinese restaurant duck sauce. Lacks balance and sophistication, but will please fans of the style.",Appellation Series,30,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cru 2008 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2008-appellation-series-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Cru 13,Red,Uruguay,"Soupy and baked on the nose, and not that firm or focused. The palate is on the heavy side, with clipped, roasted plum flavors. Rustic and damp, and not doing a lot to push the envelope for Uruguay.",Reserva,10,83,Uruguay,,,Bodegas Carrau 2007 Reserva Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carrau-2007-reserva-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2007,Bodegas Carrau 12,White,US,"Lean and austere in style, this dry Riesling offers steely notes, savory herbs and crisp pears combined with a shot of intense, lemon-lime acidity.",Dry,16,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Billsboro 2008 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billsboro-2008-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Billsboro 14.4,White,US,"Too strong in green, feline aromas and flavors, indicating unripeness. The acids are strong, and the wine is fully dry. Despite some citrus flavors, it really needs greater fruit to earn a higher score.",,16,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Six Sigma Ranch 12.9,Red,US,"Soft and one-dimensional, but with some pretty flavors, this is a wine to drink now. Shows blackberries, black currants and black pepper, with a touch of raisins.",Horne Ranch,24,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Beaver Creek 2007 Horne Ranch Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaver-creek-2007-horne-ranch-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Beaver Creek ,Red,Spain,"Quite candied and jumpy on the nose, what some might call bug juice. Having spent six months in American oak, it's tight and tough on the palate, with fresh, juicy acidity that's a bit scouring. Tastes much like milk chocolate and candied fruit.",Roble,,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Protos 11.7,White,US,"Notes of honey and baked apple waft curiously amid white floral aromas on this semisweet Riesling. The perfume can be a tad cloying, competing with sweet lychee and pink grapefruit flavors on the palate, but white tea on the finish adds elegance and restraint.",Semi-Sweet,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Penguin Bay 2009 Semi-Sweet Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penguin-bay-2009-semi-sweet-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Penguin Bay 13.9,Red,US,"A simple, rustic wine, dry and tannic, with earthy flavors of tobacco, blackberries and herbs. Considerable acidity gives it a real bite.",Merlot Over and Play Dead,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mutt Lynch 2007 Merlot Over and Play Dead Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2007-merlot-over-play-dead-central-coast/,Merlot,2007,Mutt Lynch 13,White,US,"Simple and fruity, with tart citrus flavors, like a lemon and lime fruit drink. Not much going on, but it's clean, dry and zesty.",Presents Bianco,11,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2009 Presents Bianco Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2009-presents-bianco-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Francis Ford Coppola 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with pleasant blackberry, currant and oak flavors that finish dry and quick. An everyday Cabernet whose brisk tannins suggest rich barbecue.",Conservancy,14,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Conservancy Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-conservancy-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Concannon ,Rose,US,"Just this side of dry, this is a blend of Pinot Noir, Syrah and Riesling, a bit grassy and diffuse. It's not sure what sort of a rosé it wants to be, nor is it easy to tell what to serve with it. Sour apple and strawberry fruit with a bit of finishing sugar.",Rosé Rustique,17,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2009 Rosé Rustique Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2009-rose-rustique-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2009,Coeur de Terre 14.9,Red,Spain,"Opens with vinaigrette and balsamic notes along with leather and black fruit aromas. The palate is soft and muddled, with soupy, stewy flavors and a jagged, candied finish. Seems to struggle for balance, which is a common flaw in many Toro wines.",Carodorum Tinta de Toro Crianza,35,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodega Carmen Rodríguez 2005 Carodorum Tinta de Toro Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmen-rodriguez-2005-carodorum-tinta-toro-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Bodega Carmen Rodríguez 11.8,Red,US,"Aromas of lime, honey and petroleum mesh well with a hint of fresh brioche in this off-dry style Riesling. The flavor profile is a bit bony, featuring lemon, underripe nectarine and bitter green almonds, but there's a pleasant silkiness to the texture of this wine.",Semi-Dry,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Keuka Lake Vineyards 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Lightly perfumed wine, with flavors that are off dry, soft and creamy. Almonds, quince and pear give the wine ripeness, but the finish is rather soapy.",,,84,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Helfrich 2007 Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2007-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Helfrich 15,Red,US,"A hot, rather brutal wine. High alcohol combines with high, hard tannins to make for a real textural challenge, despite interesting cherry, licorice and Canadian bacon flavors. Drink now.",,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Carr 2007 Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2007-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Carr 8,Dessert,US,"Good for its apricot, vanilla and buttercream flavors, but really lacks the sweet richness that an expensive dessert wine needs. It falls apart mid-palate, and turns watery on the finish.",Sweet Claire Late Harvest,28,84,California,California Other,California,Prager 2007 Sweet Claire Late Harvest Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2007-sweet-claire-late-harvest-riesling-other/,Riesling,2007,Prager 13.5,Red,Italy,"Good growing conditions in 2007 helped shape this bright, berry-driven wine from southern Tuscany. You'll recognize aromas of cherry, blueberry and mineral backed by a firm texture and sour cherry flavors. This is a simple, easy-drinking expression.",,22,84,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Poggio Lungo 2007 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-lungo-2007-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2007,Poggio Lungo 13.5,Red,US,"A pretty good wine, with blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, and some smoky oak. Nice and dry, with smooth tannins, it's a decent sipper.",Coastal Series,18,84,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2008 Coastal Series Meritage (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2008-coastal-series-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,2008,Arrow Creek 13.5,Red,Spain,"Palacio Quemado, which means the Burnt Palace, is a funky wine from Extremadura that mixes forceful floral aromas with barnyard and grape juice scents. It's a fuller-bodied, grabby wine with chunky, medicinal flavors and a finish that meanders before settling on big and herbal. Has its good points and weaknesses.",Palacio Quemado Crianza,15,84,Central Spain,Ribera del Guadiana,,Alvear 2006 Palacio Quemado Crianza Tempranillo (Ribera del Guadiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvear-2006-palacio-quemado-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-guadiana/,Tempranillo,2006,Alvear 11,White,US,"Third in Three Brothers' series of four Rieslings, this bottling is accurately labeled as semi-sweet, although certainly sweeter than the 1st Degree. There's a consistency through the series with a savory nose of anise, fennel and petroleum. The mouth is full of ripe fruit—this time juicy honeydew and tangerines—and a hint of jasmine tea that adds astringency to the finish.",2nd Degree,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Four Degrees of Riesling 2009 2nd Degree Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-degrees-riesling-2009-2nd-degree-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2009,Four Degrees of Riesling 13.5,Red,US,"Firm, dry tannins mark this Merlot, and it has nice mouthwatering acidity. But it's a little unripe, with some green, herbaceous flavors accompanying the cherries and spicy plums.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 2007 Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2007-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2007,Jekel 11.8,White,US,"Delicate white flowers and honeydew melons perfume this light, crisp Riesling with hints of stone and slate. There's an elegant minerality throughout, but its austerity may come off as a tad dilute.",Red Oak Vineyard,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2009 Red Oak Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2009-red-oak-vineyard-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lamoreaux Landing 13.6,White,US,"Tastes old, even though it's only from 2008, with some oxidized notes. It's a bone-dry wine, but those citrus and flower flavors are tired.",,21,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2008 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Swanson 16.5,Red,US,"Very, very dry, but bitter in raisinskin flavors and tannins, with a baked currant finish. Not a bad wine, but an acquired taste. Drink now.",Lopez Ranch Vintners Special Select Reserve,30,84,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Stuart Cellars 2006 Lopez Ranch Vintners Special Select Reserve Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2006-lopez-ranch-vintners-special-select-reserve-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Stuart Cellars 12.5,Red,US,"Good price for an everyday Pinot Noir. It's not particularly complex, but shows a nice, silky texture, with good acidity and firm dryness. The flavors are of cherries and oak.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Redtree 11.2,White,US,"There's plenty of freshly squeezed lemon and apple flavor in this crisp, racy wine. Behind the honey and petrol aromas, however, there's a slightly industrial, rubbery note lingering in the backdrop. Nice tart acidity finishes with a hint of sour apple candy on the palate.",,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Standing Stone ,Red,US,"Quite light in both aroma and flavor, this hits the palate softly, with tart, thin fruit and a jarring, somewhat plastic note that persists into the finish. There's a hint of chocolate, but not much going on here.",,24,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor ,Red,US,"This tastes barely ripe, and the 12.5% alcohol listing—quite low for this variety—seems to confirm the impression. It's high in acid, with thin, sharp tannins, and without the balancing heft and sweetness to the fruit. That said, it would be perfectly compatible with a grilled steak, much like a simple Bordeaux.",,26,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2007 Cabernet Franc (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2007-cabernet-franc-southern/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Cliff Creek 13,Red,France,"Vivid, youthful purple hue. Candied raspberry and blackberry aromas, with hints of licorice and spice. Fresh, zippy attack of gumdrops on the palate followed by jammy black and blue fruit. A little warm on the finish and somewhat rustic.",Saint-Esprit,12,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 2008 Saint-Esprit Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2008-saint-esprit-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Delas Frères 14,Red,US,"Here's a good everyday Merlot marked by rich fruit and a smooth mouthfeel. Thoroughly dry, it brims with black raspberries, cherries and chocolate-covered raisins.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Gnarly Head 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Gnarly Head 15.3,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, this wine is soft and tannic, with a puckery mouthfeel. The cherry-berry flavors are jammy. Ready now.",Cuvée Lago,40,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,St. Francis 2007 Cuvée Lago Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2007-cuvee-lago-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2007,St. Francis ,Red,US,"Exceedingly light fruit, more or less invisible under the velvety coating of chocolaty oak. The chocolate milk flavor and creamy texture are lovely, but the wine needs more fruit support.",Sangioplasty,20,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Springhouse Cellar 2008 Sangioplasty Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springhouse-cellar-2008-sangioplasty-sangiovese-other-columbia-valley-or/,Sangiovese,2008,Springhouse Cellar 15.5,Red,US,"Basically a high-alcohol fruit bomb, with jammy flavors of raspberries and cherries. The heat from 15.5% alcohol gives it a chili pepper burn. Defines that style, for those who like it.",Canis Major Perotti Vineyard,25,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mutt Lynch 2007 Canis Major Perotti Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-2007-canis-major-perotti-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mutt Lynch 13.8,White,US,"Made in the popular style, with vanilla oak, cream and sweet buttered popcorn notes dominating the pineapples, apricots and peaches. Production was 8,093 cases.",Limited Production,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Magistrate 2008 Limited Production Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magistrate-2008-limited-production-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Magistrate 13,White,US,"Absolutely dry and tingly in acidity, this citrus-flavored wine is clean and zesty. It's a fine appetizer sipper for cleansing the palate. Serve it with little munchies, like grilled veggies, goat cheese and crackers with crab salad.",Reserve,8,84,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Oak Grove 13.5,Red,US,"Uncomplicated and tasty, this is a nice Cabernet for everyday purposes. It's dry and silky, with pleasant cherry, blackberry, mocha and cedar flavors.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fetzer 13.4,Red,US,"Shows a drier, leaner side of Pinot Noir, with leather, cola and cherry flavors as well as crisp acidity. Clean and uncomplicated, it's a decent wine for drinking now with a salmon salad sandwich.",Limited Release,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2008 Limited Release Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-limited-release-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Concannon 14.5,White,US,"Nice and crisp, with zesty acidity brightening jammy pineapple and vanilla flavors. But it's too sweet, almost like a dessert wine, and palls after a sip.",Estate,22,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2009 Estate Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2009-estate-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2009,Clos La Chance 14,Red,Spain,"Neon purple in color, young and jumpy, but hey, that's what simple Garnacha from this part of Spain is all about. Expect fruity, jammy aromas and a blazing, full-fruited palate of rubber, black fruits and bacon. It's grapey but honest, and for the price it's as expected.",,8,84,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Garnacha de Fuego 2009 Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garnacha-fuego-2009-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2009,Garnacha de Fuego 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the thick, furry tannins Petite Sirah is known for, with some good black currant, anise and cedar flavors. Feels a bit sharp, with a cut of mint. Drink now.",Brown Barn Vineyard,24,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2007 Brown Barn Vineyard Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2007-brown-barn-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,J. Rickards 14.9,Red,US,"Shows some ultraripe Porty flavors and bitterness that come from the tannins of raisin skins. That accentuates the dryness, and compromises what otherwise is a pleasant Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel.",Voigt Family Vineyard,24,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,J. Rickards 2006 Voigt Family Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2006-voigt-family-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,J. Rickards 13.4,White,US,"Very clean and zesty in acidity, with pure, fruity citrus and peach flavors. This unoaked, dryish Sauvignon Blanc is a nice cocktail sipper.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ehret 14,Red,France,"Attractive deep dark ruby color. Slighted muted nose of black cherry and funky earthy notes. Quite extracted with ultra-ripe berry flavors, making it a little clunky on the palate. Lacking freshness and slightly one dimensional with a warm moderate length finish.",Domaine de la Pertiane,20,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2009 Domaine de la Pertiane Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2009-domaine-pertiane-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Vignerons de Caractère 13.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy, dark and reduced, with breadth along with leather and compost aromas. The palate is leathery, funky and medicinal, with viscosity and creamy berry flavors. Has richness and body but the flavors and congruety are sketchy until you remember that it costs but $7.",,7,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Venta Morales 2009 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-morales-2009-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2009,Venta Morales 11,White,US,"The second in Three Brothers' series of four Rieslings, this wine would be more accurately described as semisweet. There's a familiar hint of fennel and petroleum on the nose here, contrasted by a bright lemon-honey sweetness and hints of grapefruit.",1st Degree,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Four Degrees of Riesling 2009 1st Degree Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-degrees-riesling-2009-1st-degree-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2009,Four Degrees of Riesling 13.5,Red,France,There's some attractive strawberry fruit on the nose but this red turns a bit angular and thin in the mouth with cherry and nougat flavors that are somewhat clipped.,Cuvée Garnacho,22,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret,,Domaine de Cabasse 2007 Cuvée Garnacho Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cabasse-2007-cuvee-garnacho-seguret-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de Cabasse ,White,US,"The fruit has a bit of the floral/soapy character of the grape, but lacks depth. It just floats away.",Wetzel Estate,15,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2008 Wetzel Estate Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2008-wetzel-estate-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Château Bianca 13.9,Red,US,"Simple and jammy, with sweet flavors of cherries, currants, licorice and spices.",,15,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2007 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2007-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ca' Momi 12,Sparkling,US,"Sometimes you want the richness of a rosé sparkler, and with this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend, you get plenty of flavor. Although its dry, it's flamboyant in raspberries, strawberries and vanilla, along with the stimulating yeast of a great bubbly. Just great on its own, or drink with sushi or roast salmon.",Brut Rosé,36,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2006 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2006-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Domaine Carneros 14.7,White,US,"A very good Zinfandel, rich and complex. Shows the balanced elegance of a fine Napa Cabernet, but the peppery, wild berry, leather, cola and anise flavors are pure Zinfandel. Contains a few splashes of Petite Sirah.",,34,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2006 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2006-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Hunnicutt ,Red,US,"A seductive nose, densely loaded with black currants and smoke, leads into a textural, single-vineyard, 100% Cabernet with great varietal presence and definition. It needs to breathe open, which puts on more flesh, and starts to unpack the layers. Streaks of mineral, iron, graphite and more cassis roll into the finish.",Seven Hills Vineyard,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2007 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"Lovely juice, a concentrated mouthful of cranberry and raspberry fruit, from the Forgotten Hills vineyard. It's a perfectly delineated composite of rock, herb and tart fruit, all in proportion. A take-no-prisoners style, with plenty of stem and herb in the mix. Above all, elegant.",Lagniappe,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2007 Lagniappe Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2007-lagniappe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Gramercy 14.5,Red,Australia,"A blend of 51% Cabernet and 49% Merlot, this is fully mature and not likely to improve further, but it is a rich, succulent mouthful of red wine. Savory and sweet elements combine easily, mingling meat and umami notes with plummy fruit and cigarbox nuances.",,27,91,South Australia,Barossa,,B3 2005 Cabernet Merlot (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b3-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-barossa/,Cabernet Merlot,2005,B3 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a well crafted and plush Barbera with equal measures of fruit intensity and spicy oak tones of vanilla, smoke and tobacco, The wine is soft and velvety with a long chewy finish. Pair it with spicy lamb curry stewed in coconut milk.",Costamiòle,50,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Prunotto 2007 Costamiòle (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2007-costamiole-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Prunotto 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Of all this year's seven Pioneer Block Sauvignon Blanc offerings, this one most seamlessly blends passion fruit, green tomatoes and leafy notes into a medium-bodied yet amply concentrated wine with a long, citrusy finish.",Pioneer Block 6 Oh! Block,24,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Pioneer Block 6 Oh! Block Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-pioneer-block-6-oh-block-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair 14.9,Red,US,"This is a smooth, rich and very drinkable Cabernet Sauvignon. It shows ripely classic flavors of blackberries, black currants, minerals and cedar. The tannins are brisk and furry, but the wine doesn't seem like a longterm ager. Good now and through 2014.",,19,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Goyette 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goyette-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Goyette 14.5,Red,Italy,"Smoke and mineral notes come together over a plush base of cherry and cassis fruit to create a big, modern interpretation of Barbera. You'll also get cola and coffee notes backed by plush richness in the mouth.",Le Nicchie,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,La Gironda di Galandrino 2007 Le Nicchie (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gironda-galandrino-2007-le-nicchie-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,La Gironda di Galandrino 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a rich and chocolaty expression of Barbera d'Alba with thick concentration and immediate aromas of black currant and cherry. The wine is dense and extracted with smooth, drying tannins and a piquant blast of acidity on the close.",Zio Nando,30,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rivetto 2007 Zio Nando (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2007-zio-nando-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Rivetto 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With the R62 standing for the famous Route 62 in South Africa, this is a beautiful unfiltered Syrah that's naturally fermented and matured 16 months in Burgundian oak. Sweet spice, cocoa nibs, raspberry and balsamic-drizzled strawberries abound, with fine-grained tannins leading masterfully into the cocoa-dusted finish. Complex, balanced and delicious now, but can be cellared for two to three years.",R62,40,90,Tradouw,,,Joubert-Tradauw 2006 R62 Syrah (Tradouw),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joubert-tradauw-2006-r62-shiraz-syrah-syrah-tradouw/,Syrah,2006,Joubert-Tradauw 14.5,Red,Chile,"Big, roasted and concentrated, with mocha, black fruit and cola on the nose. The palate is chewy but right for the variety, and the flavors are sweet, pure and tilt toward black plum and blackberry. Chocolaty on the finish, with density and meatiness. A good vehicle for getting to know Carmenère.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,17,90,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2008 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2008-capitana-barrel-reserve-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Viña La Rosa ,Red,US,"Once again the best of the Zins from Angel Vine (formerly Three Angels), this has raspberry and cherry fruit, clean and vibrant, with good acidity and ripe tannins. There is a slight hint of green leaf and herb, just enough to add a bit of flavor interest.",Avery Vineyard,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2008 Avery Vineyard Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2008-avery-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2008,Angel Vine 13,Rose,France,"A lively, fresh wine, packed with raspberry acidity and red currant flavor. The wine is bright, crisp and deliciously lively.",Pomponette,16,89,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Domaine de Sulauze 2009 Pomponette Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sulauze-2009-pomponette-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de Sulauze ,Rose,France,"A full, ripe, well-balanced wine, with cherry and red berry flavors and a touch of caramel.",,,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de la Sanglière 13.5,White,New Zealand,"A lot has changed at Cloudy Bay, but the wine remains true to the style it helped establish as a worldwide classic. Pungent leafy aromas accent the gooseberry fruit, and while the wine offers ample body, it closes with crisp, lemony flavors.",,25,89,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cloudy Bay ,Red,Italy,"Coffee, toasted hazelnut, espresso bean and vanilla ride in the forefront of black fruit and cherry. This is a bold, big and modern Barbera d'Alba with ripe fruit tones and soft wood nuances that help dull the grape's natural acidity.",Annunziata,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rocche Costamagna 2007 Annunziata (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2007-annunziata-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Rocche Costamagna ,Red,Italy,Here's a well-integrated Barbera with equal measures of fruit and spice. You'll get aromas of blackberry and cherry followed by vanilla and leather. The mouthfeel is velvety and thick and is capped by a blast of cleansing acidity.,Rapet,,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Marco Canato 2006 Rapet (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-canato-2006-rapet-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Marco Canato ,Red,US,"The Birch Creek fruit creates a sweetly fruity, forward Merlot, with warm, ripe cherry candy flavors. Cabernet adds some structure to the midpalate, and depth to the finish.",Birch Creek Vineyards,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mannina Cellars 2008 Birch Creek Vineyards Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannina-cellars-2008-birch-creek-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Mannina Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a bigger, more sophisticated expression of Barbera with thick concentration and loads of plum, blackberry and spice. The mouthfeel is thick and meaty and the wine offers a long, crisp finish. Very nice.",Vigna Roreto,20,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Orlando Abrigo 2008 Vigna Roreto (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2008-vigna-roreto-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Orlando Abrigo ,Red,US,"The Fire Red is a four grape Bordeaux blend, with an interesting flavor mix that runs through red and black berries, cassis, cedar, smoke and dark chocolate. The 21 months in barrel (French and American) shows well, and the fruit and acids balance nicely against the roasty toasty espresso in the finish. Give it an hour or two to breathe and the midpalate fills in nicely.",Fire Red Wine,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2007 Fire Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2007-fire-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Foundry Vineyards 11.5,White,France,"Full in the mouth, spiced with new wood over ginger. The fruit is rich, showing apple and pear juice flavors touched by almonds. It is ripe, delicious, finishing very fresh.",,12,89,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2008 Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2008-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2008,Domaine du Tariquet 14.5,Red,Italy,"Velvety, rich and concentrated, this modern intepretation of Barbera from Alba offers silky tones of cherry, black cassis fruit and spice followed by bright acidity and a smooth texture. Pair this fruit-forward wine with roasted pork and fennel sauce.",Gepin,28,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Albino Rocca 2007 Gepin (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2007-gepin-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Albino Rocca 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sweet oak tones come to the forefront of this bright Barbera d'Alba and add tones of vanilla, chocolate and cinnamon spice. There is enough fruit here, however, to balance out the wood tones and the wine is smooth and rich in the mouth.",,30,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Agostino Bosco 2007 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-bosco-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Agostino Bosco ,Red,Italy,"There are slightly toasted notes here of chestnut or almond followed by bitter berry fruit and dark chocolate. The wine is crisp, polished and clean in the mouth with a tart, bitter almond close. Pair it with creamy potatoes dauphinoise.",Montebruna,23,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Braida di Giacomo Bologna 2007 Montebruna (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braida-giacomo-bologna-2007-montebruna-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Braida di Giacomo Bologna ,Red,US,"Planted in 2000 to become the fifth Bordeaux varietal in the Dionysus blend, this Malbec has been made from 2003 forward as a solo varietal wine. It captures the elegance and the spice of the grape, along with young and pretty berry fruit. Hints of black tea and fresh herb add welcome details to the finish.",Wahluke Slope Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2007 Wahluke Slope Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2007-wahluke-slope-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,Arbor Crest 14,Red,Italy,"This is a pleasurable and modern interpretation of Barbera with plenty of soft notes of spice and chocolate backed by fresh fruit, coffee and mineral notes. The wine is thick and plush in the mouth and leaves a very satisfying aftertaste of cherry and chocolate.",Le Vignole,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli 2007 Le Vignole (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-barbera-sei-castelli-2007-le-vignole-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli ,Red,Italy,"Nicely linear and compact, this wine has many elements that make it particularly food friendly. The bouquet is characterized by aromas of black fruit, tobacco, Indian tea and spice. The mouthfeel is tonic, tight and crisp.",Litina,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina Castlet 2006 Litina (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-castlet-2006-litina-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Castlet 14.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes of a piece, a lush, smooth wine of considerable appeal. Although it's a bit soft and melted, the blend, which is mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, shows delicious blackberry, black currant, licorice, cedar and spice flavors.",Reserve Estate Grown,45,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 2006 Reserve Estate Grown Meritage (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2006-reserve-estate-grown-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sierra-foothills/,Meritage,2006,Ironstone 14,Red,Chile,"Dusty berry aromas and a touch of leather and earth make for a really attractive bouquet, especially for a wine of this level. The palate is forward and pure, with bright fruit flavors, floral notes, and lasting vanilla and cream accents. Smooth and 100% pleasant. A winner among value Cabs.",Natura,11,89,Central Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Natura Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-natura-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Emiliana 14,Red,Italy,"One year of careful oak aging has helped to shape a very attractive bouquet loaded with Christmas spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla and bright cherry. The wood element is still evident but will most likely integrate with a bit more time in the bottle.",,31,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 2008 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-pira-e-figli-chiara-boschis-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2008,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 14,Red,Italy,"This rich and thick Dolcetto opens with an inky, dark appearance and vinous aromas of blackberry and smoked ham. What the wine lacks in complexity, it makes up for in liveliness. Thick, textured tannins help the wine achieve good persistence and endurance. Most Dolcetto is designed to be consumed immediately, but this one promises more staying power.",Sirì D'Jermu,28,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Pecchenino 2007 Sirì D'Jermu (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2007-siri-djermu-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2007,Pecchenino ,Red,Italy,"Sweet cherry notes with some vanilla and cinnamon give this wine a softer, more approachable disposition than most Barbera-based wines. That characteristic acidity is present but hard work by the winery has rendered it more manageable.",Bricco del Perg,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Poderi dei Bricchi Astigiani 2006 Bricco del Perg (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-bricchi-astigiani-2006-bricco-perg-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Poderi dei Bricchi Astigiani 13.7,Red,US,"A very fine Malbec, at a great price. Fulfills the need for a dry, full-bodied red wine to enjoy with steaks. Black in color, it has enormously extracted flavors of blackberries, mulberries, licorice, violets and black pepper.",Reserve,11,89,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2008 Reserve Malbec (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2008-reserve-malbec-other/,Malbec,2008,Red Rock 14,Red,Italy,"The Vignota Barbera d'Alba exhibits generous and simple fruit aromas of blackberry and boysenberry with loads of fresh cherry concentration. Those lively fruit tones are backed by tones of spice, cola and chocolate.",Vignota,33,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Conterno Fantino 2008 Vignota (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2008-vignota-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Conterno Fantino 13.5,Rose,France,"Under the same family ownership as Château Mont-Redon in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this is soft, ripe and rich. Hints of caramel, a light sprinkling of toast flavors and spice. Full-bodied wine that works best with food.",,14,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Riotor 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-riotor-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Riotor 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a bold interpretation of Barbera with a lush, modern style that sees both wood influences and loads of ripe, jammy fruit. This is a hearty meat wine or a wine to pair with cheesy lasagna: there's bright acidity here and enough pulp and forward fruit to stand up to winter foods or stews.",Croere,21,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Terre da Vino 2008 Croere (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2008-croere-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Terre da Vino 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a lovely expression of Barbera from Asti, Piedmont, with a pretty balance of chocolate, cherry and blackberry aromas. Smoky oak-related elements appear in the background as do drying mineral notes. With some 29,000 cases made, this wine should not be difficult to locate and the low price is hard to beat.",La Luna e I Falò,16,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Terre da Vino 2007 La Luna e I Falò (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2007-luna-e-i-falo-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Terre da Vino 11.5,White,Australia,"The Adelaide Hills are becoming known as a source of fine Sauvignon Blanc, and this bottling is a perennial favorite. Hints of sweat add spicy nuance to the pink grapefruit and pineapple fruit. This is lean but not mean, with the crispness cushioned by fruit. Drink now.",Whippet,21,89,South Australia,Adelaide,,Longview 2009 Whippet Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2009-whippet-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Longview 15,Red,US,"High-toned, with penetrating aromas of smoked ham and a whiff of the good funk. That cured meat character follows across the palate, along with bright, brambly strawberry/cherry fruit and vivacious acids.",Reserve,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2006 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2006-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Kana ,Red,Chile,"A warm, earthy and very well-balanced wine with a lot of varietal Carmenère character but polish and poise as well. The palate offers creamy, properly candied berry and marshmallow flavors, and then spice and oak-based coconut takeover. A vivid, structured wine that puts the variety in a positive light.",Axel,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2007 Axel Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2007-axel-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,La Playa ,Red,US,"Right away this appealing wines bursts out with scents of chocolate and vanilla—the barrels used were Hungarian and American oak. The fruit is ripe with plum and cassis, the wine still tight and the tannins still chewy and hard. But the pleasing aromas promise a good life ahead.",Birch Creek Vineyards,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mannina Cellars 2008 Birch Creek Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannina-cellars-2008-birch-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mannina Cellars ,Red,Chile,"A really nice and pure bargain-priced Cabernet, which is still what Chile excels at. The nose offers bold black cherry and a little rubber, while the palate is tight, pure and in great condition. Black fruit flavors with some peppery darkness is what it's all about.",Las Mulas,13,89,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2008 Las Mulas Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2008-las-mulas-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Miguel Torres ,Red,US,"Three Rivers makes only a limited amount of this interesting Cab Franc. The fruit is pure blueberry, the tannins just ripe enough, the oak restrained. In this excellent vintage it shows a little extra complexity and depth, and seems like a good cellar candidate for the next decade or so.",Weinbau Vineyard,39,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Three Rivers 2007 Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2007-weinbau-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Three Rivers ,Red,Italy,"This is a genuine and extremely clean expression of Barbera with a compact but pristine bouquet of wild berries, porcino mushroom, bitter almond and fresh tobacco. The wine is polished and compact in the mouth with crisp acidity on the close.",Giorgio Tenaglia,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenuta La Tenaglia 2007 Giorgio Tenaglia (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-tenaglia-2007-giorgio-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta La Tenaglia ,Red,Italy,"Here's an interesting Barbera with aromas that include black fruit, exotic spice and pecorino cheese rind. The ensemble is attractive and so is the medium thickness of its body and smoothness of its tannins. That typical touch of Barbera acidity does kick in at the end however.",Vadmò,,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,VICARA Visconti Cassinis Ravizza 2006 Vadmò (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicara-visconti-cassinis-ravizza-2006-vadmo-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2006,VICARA Visconti Cassinis Ravizza 14.1,Red,Chile,"A lush, extracted Cab with lead pencil, wood shavings, burnt toast and thick black fruit aromas. There's no shortage of body and boldness, but it is kind of thick and soupy, and also fairly tannic. Flavors of roasted berries, rubber and fig paste are rich but somewhat short on complexity.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,24,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lapostolle 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Here's a surprisingly easy-to-drink Pinotage from established producer Neil Ellis with a gorgeous satiny texture and grainy but approachable tannins. Smoke, cured meat, red berries and sweet woody spice unfold on the nose and mouth, with a long cocoa-kissed finish sealing the deal nicely. A good choice for newbies and lovers of the variety.",,19,89,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2008 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2008-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2008,Neil Ellis ,Red,US,"This wine captures the flavor of the vineyard, one of Walla Walla's iconic sites. It's pure Cabernet, offering cherry and cassis fruit annotated with dried herbs and black olive notes. Good density, and a smoky quality infuses the finish.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Kontos 2007 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2007-pepper-bridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kontos 14.5,Red,Australia,"Good luck finding a Cabernet for $15 that offers as much as this one does. It's filled with plums and cassis, accented by vanilla, coffee and chocolate notes. Ample weight and density are balanced by supple tannins. Should be fairly long-lived for a wine at this price; drink now–2020.",Thomas Hyland,15,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2007 Thomas Hyland Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-thomas-hyland-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Penfolds 12.5,White,Australia,"Bright and lively, with elements of struck flint and lime on the nose, followed by flavors of peach, apple and lime. This medium-bodied Riesling is already starting to soften on the finish, showing the effects of the warm year. Drink it over the next 3–4 years.",Mort's Block Watervale,20,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2008 Mort's Block Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-morts-block-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Kilikanoon ,Red,Italy,"There's personality and depth here thanks to this wine's unique aromas of wild mushroom, wet earth and black cassis fruit. This is definitely a territory-driven wine (born in the Nizza subzone of Barbera d'Asti Superiore) with a light and elegant touch that can easily be appreciated.",Praiot,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Antonia Gazzi 2006 Praiot (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonia-gazzi-2006-praiot-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Antonia Gazzi ,Red,US,"The vineyard source is Les Collines, with 15% Grenache and 5% Syrah in the blend. Tart and lacey, dotted with baking spices, showing surprising length for its lightness, this elegant Tempranillo from young vines has excellent structure and penetration. It finishes spicy and herbal, with a hint of stem.",Inigo Montoya,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gramercy 2007 Inigo Montoya Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2007-inigo-montoya-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Gramercy ,Red,Italy,"Here's a mature expression of Barbera with ripe notes of blackberry, plum and dark fruit. The wine is dense and thickly extracted with a soft velvety texture and loads of oak influence. It will, no doubt, evolve into a beautiful wine in two or three more years: All the right elements are there and the wine seems poised for harmony and balance.",Bricco Paradiso,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Il Falchetto 2007 Bricco Paradiso (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-falchetto-2007-bricco-paradiso-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Il Falchetto 14.2,Rose,US,"One of the more successful blush wines out there, this one's crisp and elegant. It has polished flavors of raspberries, rose petals, gingersnap cookie and peppery spices, and the finish is super-dry. Nice with bouillibaisse, or try with cured meat appetizers.",Estate Grown,16,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2009 Estate Grown Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2009-estate-grown-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2009,Fritz 11.5,White,France,"Ripe and soft, perfumed and floral, this is pure fruit, a pear- and peach-flavored wine with a hint of toast and almonds. It is clean as a mountain stream, so fresh, but with some weight. And just look at the alcohol—11.5% That'll save your falling off your bar stool. Screwcap.",Lalande,14,89,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2008 Lalande Chardonnay (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2008-lalande-chardonnay-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine du Tariquet 14.5,Red,France,"Wood-aged, rich wine, the flavors dominated by the warmth of Syrah and Mourvèdre, given structure by Cabernet Sauvignon. The style is firm, with the tannins an important element as part of the dense dusty texture.",Lauze,17,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de Sulauze 2007 Lauze Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sulauze-2007-lauze-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine de Sulauze 12.5,Rose,France,"A delicious wine, the total freshness along with the apple skin texture giving a great crisp bite. It has lively acidity that penetrates right through red cherry fruit flavors.",Corail de Roquefort,16,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Roquefort 2009 Corail de Roquefort Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-roquefort-2009-corail-roquefort-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château de Roquefort 13,Red,France,"A woody, toasty wine, dominated by a high spice character. This keeps the fruit, for the moment at least, under wraps. There is weight there, just glimpses of black plums and bitter chocolate.",Prieuré de Cénac,15,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 2008 Prieuré de Cénac Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-didier-parnac-2008-prieure-cenac-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac ,Red,Italy,"You'll encounter smoky notes here that recall bacon fat or beef jerky. But you'll also recognize aromas of tobacco, black cherry and currant berry. The wine is soft and smooth in the mouth with a blast of cherry flavors, deep extraction, oak notes and bright acidity.",Vigna Dacapo,28,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Dacapo 2007 Vigna Dacapo (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dacapo-2007-vigna-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Dacapo 15.5,Red,Australia,"A uniquely Barossan expression of these two grape varieties, with ample wood framing smoked meat, tobacco and prune notes. It's full-bodied and richly textured, with the oak seeming to stand apart from the body of the wine just a little bit. Drink now–2018.",The Marque,40,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Creed of Barossa 2006 The Marque Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/creed-barossa-2006-marque-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-barossa/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2006,Creed of Barossa 14.2,Red,US,"Does a good job of balancing ripe, forward cherry-berry fruit with a nice application of oak and gritty tannins. Drink now and for the next year or two before it loses freshness.",Crane Ranch Vineyard,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Brothers 2006 Crane Ranch Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-brothers-2006-ranch-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Crane Brothers ,Red,Italy,"This is a distinctively linear and sharp Barbera d'Asti with a strong mineral vein that runs straight through the middle. You'll sense those mineral, granite notes on the bouquet and the mouthfeel is especially dry and polished.",Selezione,17,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantina Vignasone 2007 Selezione (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-vignasone-2007-selezione-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cantina Vignasone 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark, fruit-forward Barbera del Monferrato with plump aromas of cherry, blueberry, forest fruit and plum. The aromas focus on simple fruit, making this an easy, food-friendly wine that you'll want to serve at home with friends and family. This is a dynamic winery to watch.",Umberta,28,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Cantina Iuli 2007 Umberta (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-iuli-2007-umberta-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2007,Cantina Iuli 13,White,New Zealand,"Rather flinty on opening, although that subsides somehat to reveal green, leafy aromas. This is a lighter-bodied Sauvignon Blanc that's refreshingly brisk and dry, raspingly fresh and green, with a crisply acidic, lingering finish.",ranga.ranga,12,89,Marlborough,,,Barker's Marque 2009 ranga.ranga Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkers-marque-2009-rangaranga-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Barker's Marque 13.5,White,New Zealand,"A terrific value, the 2009 Arona Sauvignon Blanc features bold aromas of gooseberries and pineapple and assertive flavors of Ruby Red grapefruit and crushed tomato leaf. It's medium-bodied, with a suprisingly long finish for a wine of this price.",Arona,12,89,Marlborough,,,Barker's Marque 2009 Arona Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkers-marque-2009-arona-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Barker's Marque ,Red,Italy,"Here's a dense, black and chewy expression of Barbera that delivers all the rich benefits of high extraction and wood aging. There are smoky layers here of pipe tobacco and cured meat, although there is enough fruit pulp here to make it work at the end of the day.",Augusta,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Borgo Isolabella 2007 Augusta (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-isolabella-2007-augusta-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Borgo Isolabella 14,Red,Italy,"Crafted by vintner Paolo Veglio, this bright Barbera d'Alba shows evident oak tones of spice and tobacco surrounded by black fruit, plums and prunes. Those black fruit aromas do a very good job of balancing out the more austere oak influences.",,23,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina Roccalini 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-roccalini-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Cascina Roccalini 15,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Alba Superiore shows elegance and sophistication with linear mineral notes of graphite and lead pencil as well as black fruit and cherry. This wine exhibits big freshness, loads of fruit and you don't feel the 15% alcohol at all.",,35,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Cascina Roccalini 2007 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-roccalini-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Roccalini 14,Red,Italy,"Smoky, toasted elements are followed by aromas of cherry and blackberry. This is a modern expression of Barbera with thick extraction and obvious oak intervention. The style is velvety and push and this wine would pair with cheese-filled ravioli. The finish is marked by very refreshing acidity.",Tra la Terra e il Cielo,39,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Tenuta La Meridiana 2007 Tra la Terra e il Cielo (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-meridiana-2007-tra-terra-e-il-cielo-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta La Meridiana 13,White,New Zealand,"Although this wine's aromas verge on vegetal, hinting at tomato leaf and celery stalk, the flavors are nicely ripe and citrusy, featuring grapefruit, lime and lemongrass. The wine is round in the mouth and nicely textured, with a long, nectarine-tinged finish. Drink now.",,16,90,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stoneleigh 14.5,Red,Italy,"The Lirano Soprano Barbera d'Alba is ripe with aromas of coffee and freshly ground espresso bean, followed by chocolate and a playful touch of white pepper. The fruit tones hold up nicely to round off the bouquet and the wine balances richness and freshness.",Lirano Soprano,35,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rivetto 2006 Lirano Soprano (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2006-lirano-soprano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Rivetto 11.5,White,Australia,"Showing hints of development in its petrol and baked apple aromas and flavors, this medium-bodied Riesling should probably be consumed over the next few years while it retains the fruit to anchor its mouthwatering finish.",Watervale,17,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2007 Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2007-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2007,Reilly's 14,Red,Italy,"With 16 months of careful oak barrique aging, this opulent wine represents a new generation of Barbera d'Alba. It opens with a gorgeous appearance and thick aromas of black cherry, boysenberry, plum and sweet spice. It has dense, sweet tannins and offers a biting touch of astringency on the close that would pair with succulent cuts of meat.",Monfrini,30,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ponchione Maurizio 2007 Monfrini (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponchione-maurizio-2007-monfrini-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Ponchione Maurizio ,Red,Italy,Here's a balanced and sophisticated Barbera d'Asti Superiore with oak tones that seem to jive well with the natural intensity of the fruit flavors. The wine's texture is smooth and silky although there is that characteristic bite of acidity on the close.,Acsé,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Scrimaglio 2007 Acsé (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scrimaglio-2007-acse-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Scrimaglio 14.5,Red,US,"Made from very old vines, this is a big, bold Zinfandel. It's packed with wild berry and stone fruit flavors, with peppery spices and notes of dark chocolate, licorice and Canadian bacon. Quite a good, complicated wine, but also very tannic. Some ultraripe flavors give it a Porty finish. Drink now.",Vineyard 1869,45,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2007 Vineyard 1869 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2007-vineyard-1869-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Scott Harvey 14.3,Red,US,"A very pretty, polished Pinot Noir, sourced from the cooler, foggier southern part of the valley, near River Road. Shows considerable acidity that stings the palate, but the raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, enhanced with sweet oak, are very rich. Now–2013.",Ceremonial,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roessler 2008 Ceremonial Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-ceremonial-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler 13.5,White,Australia,"Sidewood's consulting winemaker, Nathasha Mooney (who made the still-stunning 1998 E&E Black Pepper Shiraz while at Barossa Valley Estate), is putting together some excellent wines that also represent good value, including this grapefruit-scented Sauvignon Blanc. This medium-bodied offering is long and intense, blending citrus with minerally spice reminiscent of white pepper.",,16,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Sidewood 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sidewood-2009-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sidewood 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Seems riper and more tropical in style than the other 2009 Pioneer Blocks from St. Clair, with red currant and passion fruit leading the way and only showing hints of herbaceousness on the lingering finish.",Pioneer Block 3 43 Degrees,24,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Pioneer Block 3 43 Degrees Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-pioneer-block-3-43-degrees-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair 14,Red,Italy,"This is an irresistible wine with loads of velvety softness, sweet spice and vanilla to balance against sharp aromas of forest fruit, raspberry and white cherry. There's also a polished note of white mineral and the wine offers fresh, but not aggressive acidity.",Tre Roveri,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Pico Maccario 2005 Tre Roveri (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2005-tre-roveri-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2005,Pico Maccario 13.7,Red,Australia,"Varietally labeled Cabernet Franc is a rarity in Australia, but this is a fine example, boasting black cherry and cassis fruit with restrained herbal shadings. It's slightly austere and structured, a refreshing alternative among the Clare Valley firmament.",,32,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pearson Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pearson-2007-cabernet-franc-clare-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Pearson Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"Textbook cool-climate California Pinot Noir. It's dry, silky, elegant and totally drinkable now, offering complex flavors of cherry, rose petal, cola, orange zest, oaky vanilla and cinnamon spice. Really easy to like this wine.",Reserve,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Martin Ray 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Martin Ray 14,Red,Italy,"This celebrated Barbera d'Alba from the historic Marchesi di Barolo winery opens with a dark, brooding color and earthy aromas of wild mushroom, cured beef and dark forest fruit. It shows impressive color and concentration and those inviting earth, mineral notes would pair with elegant dishes such as game hen, roast duck or porcini risotto.",Ravera,34,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marchesi di Barolo 2006 Ravera (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2006-ravera-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Marchesi di Barolo 13,White,New Zealand,"Back on form after the disappointing 2008, Nobilo's Icon deftly combines hints of honey and stone fruit with a leafy overlay of herbal flavors. It's medium bodied, with a finish that's tinged with tobacco leaf. Drink now and over the next 6–9 months.",Icon,20,90,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2009 Icon Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2009-icon-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Nobilo 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a ripe and chewy Barbera d'Asti Superiore from the Nizza subzone with sticky fruit flavors and a thick, dense mouthfeel. The wine is plush, rich, naturally fresh and would pair well with roasted or grilled meats.",La Court,40,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Michele Chiarlo 2007 La Court (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2007-court-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Michele Chiarlo 13.5,Red,France,"A blend of Merlot, Syrah and the local Braucol, this is an austere, mineral style of wine, given weight with firm and dark tannins. The black berry fruits are tight and solid, finishing dry and with acidity.",Réserve Eliézer,,90,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Château de Saurs 2008 Réserve Eliézer Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saurs-2008-reserve-eliezer-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2008,Château de Saurs 13.5,Rose,France,"Crisp, edgy wine with spice as well as fruit, this is tight with a distinct fennel, herbal character and a firm texture. It is probably worth aging a few more months.",La Mascaronne,17,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Mascaronne 2009 La Mascaronne Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mascaronne-2009-la-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château la Mascaronne ,Red,Italy,"Here's a dense and well-concentrated Barbera d'Asti with thick extraction and oak-driven tones of vanilla and spice that soften the natural sharpness of the acidity. This is a pleasurable wine with a soft, velvety approach.",L'Anniversario,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cascina Lana 2007 L'Anniversario (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-lana-2007-lanniversario-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Lana 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bright cherry, blackberry and currants are backed by oak-driven aromas of toast, cinnamon and tobacco. You'll also get whiffs of cured meat and moist earth with smooth texture and rich density. Cooling acidity at the end balances out the softer wood tones.",La Blù,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Damilano 2007 La Blù (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2007-blu-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Damilano 13.3,White,US,"Very forward in fruit, offering a powerful wave of pineapples, oranges, lemons, limes and peaches. Fortunately, all this richness is dry, and brightened with crisp, tart acidity. Suggests a rich lobster or shrimp risotto.",Estate,27,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Iron Horse 15.5,Red,Australia,"Hazyblur's 2006 Cabernet offers textbook aromas of cedar and slightly herbal fruit, although the flavors lean toward red berries rather than dark cassis. This is a full-bodied, authoritatively flavored wine, with a rough and tumble mix of lumber and fruit that requires a couple of more years to come together; try 2012–2020.",,29,90,South Australia,Kangaroo Island,,Hazyblur 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Kangaroo Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazyblur-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-kangaroo-island/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hazyblur 13.7,Red,US,"This is a very nice, classy wine to drink now with a good steak or mushroom risotto or anything friendly to a dry, elegant California Pinot Noir. It's brisk in acidity, with polished raspberry, cherry, red currant, anise and sandalwood flavors.",,50,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Twomey 2008 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2008-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Twomey 14.5,Red,Israel,"Here's a gorgeous Bordeaux-style Kosher red blend with 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Petit Verdot and 12% Merlot. Fleshy plum, dark berries and black currant leaf abound in the bouquet, while flavors of pepper and leathery spice add intrigue to the palate. Medium weight in the mouth with a round, lush texture and gripping tannins. Rich and attractive now, though it will certainly hold for another two to five years.",Yatir Forest Kosher,80,90,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2006 Yatir Forest Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2006-forest-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Yatir 12.5,Dessert,Australia,"Gold in color, with an ebullient nose of spiced melon and sweet flavors of candied pineapple tinged with white pepper and grapefruit. At 12.5% alcohol and 117 g/L residual sugar, it's rich and sweet without being over the top. Drink now.",Hand Picked Botrytis,19,90,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Yalumba 2008 Hand Picked Botrytis Viognier (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-hand-picked-botrytis-viognier-wrattonbully/,Viognier,2008,Yalumba 12.5,Rose,France,"The subregion of Sainte-Victoire produces particularly fine rosés, and this smooth but structured wine is a good example. It has a firm, enveloping texture, bringing out fruit as well as caramel. The aftertaste springs the acidity.",,20,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Maupague 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maupague-2009-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2009,Château Maupague 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Made in a slighly riper, creamier style than Brancott's other 2009 Sauvignon Blancs, the B displays plenty of fig and melon fruit, tinged with currant and grapefruit. Stylish and balanced, it should prove versatile at the table. Drink it now and over the next year or so.",Brancott B,25,90,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2009 Brancott B Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2009-brancott-b-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brancott ,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and deeply concentrated Barbera with a generous base composed mostly of black fruit, prune, spice and tobacco. The wine is thick and velvety in the mouth with a long aftertaste of black cherry and currants.",Sotto la Muda,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Paolo Avezza 2007 Sotto la Muda (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-avezza-2007-sotto-muda-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Paolo Avezza 13.5,Red,France,"Almost black in color, this shows the firm and tannic side of Malbec. The wood-aged wine balances well between spicy toast and dense fruits. The structure has a mineral character, promising some aging over 3–4 years or more.",Les Acacias,40,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Mas del Périé 2007 Les Acacias Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-perie-2007-acacias-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Mas del Périé 14.8,Red,US,"A very rich Syrah, in the Pride style. If it's not particularly complex or subtle, it more than makes up for it with massive fruit and sheer muscle power. Floods the mouth with ultraripe, briary blackberries, cherries, raspberries, currants, mocha and plenty of black pepper and Indian spice.",,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2007 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2007,Pride Mountain 14,White,South Africa,"A gorgeous wine with so many layers and components that all work magically together to produce a harmonious and well-balanced Chenin Blanc. The bouquet has assertive herbal aromas of cloverfields and menthol supported by notes of baked pear lightly drizzled with butterscotch sauce. The palate is rich and intense, like toasted spicecake topped with grilled peaches and crushed hazelnuts. The creamy texture and long finish seal the deal.",,22,90,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2008 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2008-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Post House 15.7,Red,US,"This is a very fruity-rich Zinfandel. It pushes the envelope on power and almost goes over the top, but wisely stops short in favor of balance, with acids and tannins providing needed finishing structure. The flavors are big and jammy, suggesting raspberries, cherries, blackberries, plums and chocolate, not to mention huge spiciness. Perfect with short ribs of beef.",Papera Ranch Vineyard,29,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2008 Papera Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-papera-ranch-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Novy ,Red,US,"Assertive, tannic, and earthy, this includes generous and pretty plum and black cherry fruit in the core. A nice mix of tart, ripe fruit with the interesting flavor components of leaf and herb, olive and licorice, that extend the finish and put a frame around the fruit.",Five Vineyards,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2007 Five Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2007-five-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Arbor Crest ,Red,US,"Another fine value from Kirkland, the Costco house brand. Vineyard sources are first rate, mostly Wahluke Slope, and the wine has exceptional grip, depth and structure for Merlot at this price point. Cassis, dark plum, black cherry, licorice, espresso and smoke are woven together nicely. Tannins are lush, substantial and quite ripe; they wrap up the wine with a blanket of smoke and tar. A great steak wine.",,10,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kirkland Signature 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Kirkland Signature 15.6,Red,US,"A big (15.6% alcohol) and assertive Rhône blend. Red Mountain's iconic Ciel du Cheval vineyard is the source of the excellent fruit, which brings a mix of black pepper, wild ferns, herbs, tart raspberries and cold stone. Penetrating and compact.",Scarlet Fire Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Kana 2006 Scarlet Fire Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2006-scarlet-fire-ciel-cheval-vineyard-reserve-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2006,Kana 14.5,Red,Australia,"A top value, this full-bodied yet supple Shiraz packs in the flavor, starting with dark, brooding fruit on the nose, developing intensely flavored mixed berries on the palate and finishing warm and long. Drink now.",,19,90,South Australia,Padthaway,,Jip Jip Rocks 2008 Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jip-jip-rocks-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2008,Jip Jip Rocks ,Red,US,"This nicely crafted Syrah is sourced from the Lewis, Porteuss, and Sundance vineyards. The barrel regimen was 25% new and 100% French, with minimal racking, unfined and unfiltered. Flavors are compact, a classic mix of wild berry, loam, seaweed and bitter herb. Not for fruit hounds, but detailed and deep.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trust 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Trust ,White,New Zealand,"The flagship Sauvignon Blanc bottling from St. Clair starts off with pungent, leafy notes, then adds plenty of balancing nectarine and grapefruit. It's concentrated and full bodied on the palate, then shows excellent length, developing hints of honeyed fruit.",Wairau Reserve,27,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-wairau-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair 13.5,Red,Italy,"Coffee, vanilla and tobacco create warm background tones for a mostly fruit-driven bouquet. The wine's aromatic layers seem well integrated and invite a pairing with succulent meat or braised lamb.",Le Rocchette,29,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Tenuta Olim Bauda 2007 Le Rocchette (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-olim-bauda-2007-le-rocchette-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta Olim Bauda ,Red,US,"Lovely aromas mingle baking spices, white pepper, red fruits and black cherries. It's a little light in terms of body, but not color or scent. The tannins are herbal and chewy, and the finish carries a pleasing floral note.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Tamarack Cellars 14.7,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot made for drinking now. It's softly dry and bright in acidity, offering rich, but subtle, flavors of cherries and raspberries, along with earthier notes of mushrooms. Oak adds a welcome touch of sweet toast and spice.",Flood Family Vineyards,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2008 Flood Family Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2008-flood-family-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rancho Sisquoc 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend shows an interesting range of fruit flavors and textures from the blend, which includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot. The flavors tend toward red fruits, as in cherries and red currants, while the tannins are quite strong. Shows an immaturity now that strongly suggests 5–6 years in the cellar.",Estate Blend Private Reserve,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2006 Estate Blend Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2006-estate-blend-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sodaro ,Red,US,"Pleasingly soft in the mouth, this blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Malbec and Syrah is supple with a mellow fruitiness. Cassis and cherries dominate the midpalate, with new oak barrels filling in the back with toast and butterscotch and vanilla. The alcohol is 14.4%—moderate by current standards—and there's a tickle of tobacco in the finish. This already drinks very well, and can also age over the medium term.",Pentatonic Red Wine,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2007 Pentatonic Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2007-pentatonic-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Sinclair Estate Vineyards ,Red,Chile,"Three years running and this wine has been impressive since its debut in 2006. The nose is dark and sweet, maybe a touch pasty, but loaded with black fruit aromas. The palate is staunch and secure, with pronounced but proper acidity leading to bright, fresh blackberry and cassis flavors. Toasty and chocolaty on the finish, and impressive as a whole. Drink now through 2011.",Nimbus Estate Single Vineyard,18,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2008 Nimbus Estate Single Vineyard Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2008-nimbus-estate-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2008,Viña Casablanca 14.9,Red,US,"A good, lusty wine, although it's too young now, offering a big mouthful of tannins, acidity and immature fruit. A blend of 99% Cab and 1% Petit Verdot, it's a hard wine, but the flavors are immaculate, suggesting ripe blackberries and currants that veer into a touch of raisin. Give it 4–5 years in the cellar to come around.",One Point Five,70,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 2007 One Point Five Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2007-one-point-five-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Shafer ,Red,US,"This pure Malbec is a blueberry pie wine right down to its bones, with refreshing acidity and some steely tannins right behind. It also has a lovely floral note that comes out strongly with some hours of breathing.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2007 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2007,Seven Hills 13,Rose,France,"A brilliantly fresh wine, one with some complexity from light toast and fennel along with great acidity. This is a delicious wine, bone dry, demanding food.",Cuvée Tradition,,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2009 Cuvée Tradition Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2009-cuvee-tradition-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Roubine 13,Red,Australia,"Cullen's Diana Madeline is amazingly consistent from year to year, and the 2006 continues that tradition. It's maybe a touch fuller-bodied and rounder than some years, but maintains a sense of restraint and a timeless blend of tobacco, cedar and cassis, finishing with a flourish of mint.",Diana Madeline,75,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2006 Diana Madeline Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2006-diana-madeline-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Cullen ,Red,Italy,"Intense notes of blackberry and cherry emerge first from the nose and are followed by subtle tones of chocolate, spice and tobacco. This wine boasts dense extraction and a fresh, tonic quality of fruit that shows both ripeness and crispness on the close.",1613,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Dario Ivaldi 2007 1613 (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dario-ivaldi-2007-1613-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Dario Ivaldi ,Red,Italy,"Generous aromas, intensity, density and a bright ruby color characterize this vibrant Barbera d'Asti. If you are new to this native grape of northern Italy, this wine is a good place to start. You'll get plenty of those characteristic cherry and berry tones followed by acidity that has been softened by this softer style.",,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cascina La Barbatella 2007 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-barbatella-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cascina La Barbatella 14.5,Red,South Africa,"It's unfortunate that only 56 cases of this wine were imported, so be sure to snag it when you see it. Intense and powerful on the nose, with attractive forest, licorice, tea leaves and menthol adding complexity to the small red berries and plum skins. The velvety texture and firm structure lead nicely into the mocha-flavored finish, with flecks of white pepper gleaming through on the very end.",,37,90,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2006 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2006,Thelema 14.4,Red,US,"Good price for a Cab this good. It's dry, rich and complex, with blackberry, cherry, currant and herb flavors wrapped into firm, dusty tannins. Not an ager, but beautiful now for its elegance.",Estate Vineyards,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2007 Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2007-estate-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rodney Strong ,Red,US,"A very fine effort, with classic cassis and black cherry in the fruit core, but also offering interesting details of bark, earth and herb. The wine lingers, perhaps due to excellent natural acidity, and without overpowering the palate it keeps tantalizing it with nuances of moist earth and wet rock.",Reserve,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Waterbrook 13.5,Red,US,"A pure, varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, from a mix of Walla Walla vineyards. With a great Cabernet vintage, a new consulting winemaker (Robert Smasne) and excellent fruit sources, Skylite Cellars hits a real high note here. Lush black cherry fruit is framed in ripe, chewy tannins; the wine is dense and textural, with hints of herb and alcohol at a moderate 13.5%.",Reserve,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Skylite Cellars 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skylite-cellars-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Skylite Cellars 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This top-notch effort features bold nectarine and pink grapefruit flavors artfully accented by the merest hints of smoky complexity. It's big and mouthfilling, finishing with just the right amount of nettle-y herbaceousness. Drink it over the next year or two.",Reserve,15,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2008 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2008-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mills Reef ,Red,US,"Syrah may well be the standout grape among all that the Milbrandt brothers do well in their 13 vineyards. Here it captures the grape's authentic toasty, meaty, earthy character (well supported with oak) and wraps it around pure black cherry fruit. Supple and long-lasting.",The Estates,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2006 The Estates Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2006-the-estates-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2006,Milbrandt 14.5,Red,US,"Barbera is always going to be dry, rustic, tannic and acidic. But this is one of the better examples out there. It shows extra levels of depth, with masses of blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and black pepper. Should hold for many years, softening and mellowing.",J&S Reserve,30,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2007 J&S Reserve Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2007-j-s-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2007,Scott Harvey 13.5,Red,US,"A bit burly in tannins, with a dry, sandpapery mouthfeel. But that doesn't stop the blackberry, black cherry and currant fruit from shining through, or put a damper on the sweet, toasty oak notes. Doesn't feel like an ager, so the tannins are here to stay, but a good steak will wrestle them into submission.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clos du Val 14.5,Rose,US,"Fairly dark and full-bodied for a rosé, but the wine is completely dry and crisp in acidity, and the cherry, orange rind and spice flavors are nicely grounded with minerals. A serious rosé that you can drink with steak or lamb chops.",Reichel Vineyard Rosé of,24,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Respite 2007 Reichel Vineyard Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/respite-2007-reichel-vineyard-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Respite 13,Red,France,"Very dry, dark, boasting extreme tannins along with solid, chunky fruit. The wine has acidity, black plum skins and licorice to go with this dense structure. A powerful wine.",Clos Triguedina,,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.5,White,US,"There's no oak on this Chardonnay, but it's so rich, you don't even notice. It's all pure, ripe pineapple, orange and lime fruit, accompanied by tart, clean Green Valley acidity. Tremendously versatile with food.",UnOaked,26,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 UnOaked Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Iron Horse 13,White,New Zealand,"A flamboyantly pungent, leafy bouquet is followed by flavors of crushed tomato leaf, green tomato and hints of ripe stone fruit. This is surprisingly richly textured and long for the price, making it a really good value.",,13,90,Marlborough,,,Kato 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kato-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Kato 14,Red,Italy,"Well balanced and nicely integrated (the fruit elements jive smoothly with the oak components), this is a modern incarnation of traditional Barbera. You'll get spice, warmth and a velvety texture in the mouth.",Barcarato,35,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Guasti Clemente 2006 Barcarato (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guasti-clemente-2006-barcarato-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Guasti Clemente ,Red,US,"Sourced entirely from Les Collines, this perfectly expresses the house style—scents of strawberry jam, hints of pepper, and flavors that seem to focus on rocky minerality. An austere yet thrilling wine, almost like a Chinon, though this is Syrah, and not Cabernet Franc.",,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gramercy 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Gramercy 13.5,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay notable for its food-friendliness. Strikes a firm path toward dryness and minerality, with suggestions of citrus, peach and vanilla. The racy acidity is wonderful. Defines elegance in Chardonnay, at a good price.",,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2008 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Paul Dolan 14,Red,Chile,"This winery, part of the San Pedro group, is on the right path as its wines have improved in recent vintages. This particular wine marks a high-water point; the nose mixes dry wood notes, leather, herbal berry and even some fine aged cheese. The palate is tight and forceful, with cassis, cherry and cola flavors. Powerful but poised. Drink now through 2012.",Reserva Especial,23,90,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2007 Reserva Especial Red (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2007-reserva-especial-red-limari-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Viña Tabalí 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Pungent and sweaty but nevertheless inviting, this is a walk on the wild side of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. It's full-on boxwood and passionfruit; a potent, weighty wine with a intensely feral quality. Drink now.",3 Brooms,15,90,Marlborough,,,Barker's Marque 2009 3 Brooms Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkers-marque-2009-3-brooms-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Barker's Marque 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine that opens beautifully to all your senses. It boasts a dense, vibrant ruby color and delivers bright aromas of cherry, blackberry and bitter cranberry. In the mouth, however, this wine is softer and plusher than you'd expect. Sure, that trademark Barbera acidity is present, but its natural sharpness has been dulled.",Pomorosso,90,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 2007 Pomorosso (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2007-pomorosso-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Coppo ,Red,US,"Aged in neutral oak and 100% varietal, this is a fine value. There is great fruit flavor—raspberry and Bing cherry—supported with natural acidity and just a hint of chocolate. This could be a Dry Creek Zinfandel, in terms of its bright berry fruit and lively acidity.",Wahluke Slope Vineyard,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Arbor Crest 2008 Wahluke Slope Vineyard Sangiovese (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2008-wahluke-slope-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sangiovese,2008,Arbor Crest ,Red,US,"Since 1993 Arbor Crest has done this single-vineyard Cabernet Franc. As with all these wines the aromas set up the palate—scents of berry, tobacco and fresh ground coffee. In the mouth it carries on with very clean and fresh fruit, ripe and chewy/herbal tannins, excellent acid balance and a light bitter coffee finish.",Connor Lee Vineyard,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2007 Connor Lee Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2007-connor-lee-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Arbor Crest 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a bright and fruit-forward red wine from Piedmont in Northern Italy that exhibits prominent, but not overly intense or intrusive, aromas of fresh fruit, exotic spice and drying mineral. The wine has a fresh acidic component balanced by a jammy, sweet finish.",Giada,45,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Andrea Oberto 2006 Giada (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2006-giada-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Andrea Oberto ,Red,Italy,"This is a plush and dense interpretation of Barbera with loads of fruit intensity followed by blackberry plum and sweet tobacco. The wine is dense, clean and offers round texture with a crisp acidity finale that is typical of this Italian grape variety.",La Marescialla,32,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Agostino Pavia & Figli 2006 La Marescialla (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-pavia-figli-2006-marescialla-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Agostino Pavia & Figli ,Red,Chile,"Olive, herb and earth aromas vie with foresty fruit aromas, while the palate is rough and ready, with rugged tannins and full flavors of baked fruit, caramel, herbs and chocolate. A catchy blended wine with a sweet finish and tons of flavor. Cabernet is the main player here; drink now through 2012.",Sideral,31,90,Rapel Valley,,,Altaïr 2006 Sideral Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2006-sideral-red-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2006,Altaïr 14,Red,Italy,"This is an expression of Dolcetto that shows many qualities, including a distinct sense of informal elegance. There are mineral aromas balanced by ripe fruit tones and the wine shows a higher than expected level of complexity.",Sorì Bricco Maiolica Superiore,25,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,,Bricco Maiolica 2008 Sorì Bricco Maiolica Superiore (Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-maiolica-2008-sori-superiore-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Bricco Maiolica ,Red,US,Clean and fresh strawberry fruit flavors rush from the glass; while in the mouth the wine also reveals an earthier side of the Syrah grape. The fruit and loam are further enhanced with streaks of raw meat and seaweed; complex and long-lasting.,Forgotten Hills Vineyard,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Waters 2007 Forgotten Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-2007-forgotten-hills-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Waters 14.2,Red,US,"This rich, fruity Cabernet comes from one of the higher mountain regions in Dry Creek Valley. It's enormously concentrated in blackberry, black currant and oak flavors, with the briary, peppery note so often found in Dry Creek reds. Fairly tannic, it leaves a trail of astringency after you swallow. Good, if a little rustic. Give it three or four years to come around.",Watchtower Vineyard Estate,45,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2007 Watchtower Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2007-watchtower-vineyard-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gustafson Family ,Red,US,"Originally intended as a blending grape for the Tempranillo, this is now being separately bottled. The Alder Ridge Grenache is blended with 20% Syrah. It's a ripe, almost liquorous wine, with some alcoholic heat. Nonetheless, the Gramercy style, with an emphasis on acidity and minerality, along with tart red fruit flavors, comes through.",,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2007 Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2007-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2007,Gramercy 14.5,Red,US,"One of the more successful Bordeaux-style blends from the Happy Canyon section of the valley, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine is complex and layered. The blackberry, black currant and spice flavors have a nice coating of oak, and turn chocolaty-rich on the finish. A bit sharp in acidity, but a real step forward.",Barrack Ten Goal,60,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2006 Barrack Ten Goal Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2006-barrack-ten-goal-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.5,Red,Australia,"One suspects that the 2006 Bin 707 is a special wine, given how well the 407 has turned out. Cassis, mint and cedar are the driving forces, with chocolate and coffee chiming in on the finish. It's full bodied, finely textured and firm without being hard, ending on a softly dusty flourish of tannin. Drink now–2018.",Bin 407,32,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2006 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2006-bin-407-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Penfolds 14,Red,Italy,"The Mervisano Barbera d'Alba (that ages 15 months in oak) offers a deliciously ripe and rich array of spice, black fruit and blackberry. The wine shows dark, inky concentration with creamy fruit tones and warm smoothness on the finish. The acidity is present, but very well integrated.",Mervisano,28,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Orlando Abrigo 2007 Mervisano (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2007-mervisano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Orlando Abrigo 14.1,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay at a great price compared to what's out there. Shows brilliantly ripe pineapple, pear and guava flavors, with crisp Central Coast acidity and a bracing minerality. Nice to drink by itself, with shellfish or even with a citrus fruit pastry for dessert.",Flood Family Vineyards,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2008 Flood Family Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2008-flood-family-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Rancho Sisquoc 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a lovely interpretation of Barbera Superiore from Asti with extremely well-integrated notes of spice, chocolate, black fruit and dusty mineral. The wine has all the aromas you look for in this type of wine and delivers a very clean and polished feel in the mouth with subtle hints of toasted oak at the very end.",,70,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Costa Olmo 2006 Barbera d'Asti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-olmo-2006-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Costa Olmo 13.5,Rose,France,"While it is rich and powerful, this wine also has a great presence of fresh fruits, lifted by red cherries and acidity. The texture offers red apple skins and some tight tannins.",L'Oratoire,,90,Provence,Bandol,,Domaine de l'Hermitage 2009 L'Oratoire Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lhermitage-2009-loratoire-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de l'Hermitage 13.5,Red,Italy,"Chocolate, coffee and espresso come to life thanks to the solid base of natural fruit that keeps the wine lively and fresh. Fruit and oak-related aromas work well together and give the wine brightness, softness and a velvety texture.",La Luna e Le Stelle,19,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Dezzani 2007 La Luna e Le Stelle (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dezzani-2007-luna-e-le-stelle-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Dezzani ,Red,US,"This half Cabernet, one quarter each Merlot and Cab Franc offers a lovely mix of herb and earth, moderate density, nicely spiced, with brambly red fruits. It shows delicate old vine character, making up with refined herbal flavors what it lacks in fruit sweetness.",Sagemoor Vineyard Reserve,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2006 Sagemoor Vineyard Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2006-sagemoor-vineyard-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Tamarack Cellars ,Red,US,"The winery's very limited riserva bottling is made in a single 500-liter puncheon and for the first time features Boushey vineyard fruit. Tannic and displaying impressive mass, it offers somewhat liquorous plum and cherry fruit flavors, with smoke and licorice streaking through the finish.",Boushey Vineyard Riserva,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Trio Vintners 2007 Boushey Vineyard Riserva Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2007-boushey-vineyard-riserva-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,2007,Trio Vintners 14.2,Red,US,"A good buy, compared to Roessler's more expensive bottlings. It's a county-wide blend, and quite a nice one. Crisp, dry and silky, it shows classic varietal flavors of cherries, cola, pomegranates and spices, accented with smoky sandalwood. Drink now.",Red Label,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Roessler 2008 Red Label Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-red-label-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler 13,Rose,France,"Crisp red apples and tight fruit skins give this wine a taut, lively character. Just a touch of caramel to broaden the acidity.",,18,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Mas de Cadenet 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-cadenet-2009-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2009,Mas de Cadenet 14.5,Red,Italy,"Smooth and sophisticated with rich blackberry and plum aromas backed by oak-driven tones of spice and leather, this is a very rich expression of Barbera (that sees eight months in oak barrels). The overall effect is excellent and the mouthfeel culminates with bright tones of prune and crushed black pepper.",Rinaldi,20,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marziano Abbona 2008 Rinaldi (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2008-rinaldi-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Marziano Abbona 13.5,Rose,France,"From the showpiece chateau of the Saint-Tropez cooperative, this is a rich and full wine, showing the warm side of Provence rosé. Caramel and a smooth velvet texture dominate.",Château de Pampelonne,19,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez 2009 Château de Pampelonne Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-presquile-saint-tropez-2009-chateau-pampelonne-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez 13.5,Red,France,"The top of the line in the Lannac Saint-Jean range from young vignerons Fabien Jouves and Emmanuel Rybinski. With wood aging, it shows a mineral, austere note over the stone fruit flavors. It has weight and structure, though the fruit needs time to come through the toast of the wood.",La Chapelle,44,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Lannac Saint-Jean 2007 La Chapelle Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lannac-saint-jean-2007-chapelle-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Lannac Saint-Jean ,Red,Italy,"This dense, ruby-colored Barbera delivers aromas of plush fruit, drying mineral, toasted nut and moist tobacco. There is a nice ensemble of fresh cherry and blackberry in the background and the wine tastes rich and dense in the mouth with a long, smoky aftertaste.",Ajè,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,La Ballerina 2006 Ajè (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballerina-2006-aje-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,La Ballerina 14.5,Red,US,"A polished, softly delicious Merlot, at a good price for the quality. It's dry and richly tannic, with complex flavors of black cherries, red currants, red licorice, Indian spices and sandalwood. Ready now, but only 200 cases were produced.",,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Madrigal 14.8,Red,US,"Pinot Noir doesn't get much riper in fruit than this. It detonates on the palate with a blast of raspberries and red cherries that taste like they were baked into a pie. Oak adds the usual rich notes of vanilla and caramel cream. Not particularly subtle, but decadent and delicious.",Lone Oak Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucienne 2007 Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucienne-2007-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lucienne 14.5,Red,Italy,There's slight sweetness here in the form of soft oak elements that glide easily together with the natural fruitiness and freshness of Barbera. There's nice personality and dimension and the wine is smooth and soft on the finish (save for that prickly touch of acidity you should expect).,,25,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Scarzello 2006 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarzello-2006-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Scarzello 14.5,White,South Africa,"A gorgeous and well-balanced Chard that's on par with some of the more popular offerings from other notable regions. Elegant and expressive with butter, toasted brioche, red apple skins and almond paste unfolding in the bouquet while flavors of baked apples and pear lead through to the marzipan-infused finish. Full and intense but not fat or overdone; drink now with stuffed lobster or thermidor.",,20,90,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2008 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2008-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Rustenberg ,Red,US,"Dark and juicy, the tight flavors are a mix of black cherry and cassis, with a tart mouthfeel and smooth finishing tannins. Though it sees 60% new oak, the wine spends relatively little time in those barrels, and doesn't show as much oak influence as you'd suspect. A firm finish from Red Mountain tannins brings in dark chocolate, smoke and coffee grounds.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Tamarack Cellars ,Red,US,"This is 90% Malbec and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon; it's dark, toasty, smoky, earthy and dappled with ground coffee flavors. The fruit holds its own—it's tight and tart and firm, with plenty of blackberry flavor. This wine keeps resonating through the palate into a solid, textural finish.",,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2007 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,Three Rivers ,Red,US,"Winemaker Joe Forest has brightened the fruit and livened up the mouthfeel by blending in 20% Grenache. Fresh raspberry flavors are wrapped into the earthier, herbal, lightly chocolaty character of the Syrah. Once-filled French barrels were used.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tempus Cellars 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Tempus Cellars ,Red,US,"Roundly fruity, loaded with bright berries, and nicely spiced with herbal (tobacco) highlights. Immediately approachable and nicely structured, this open and generous effort glides into a smooth and chocolaty finish. The tannins have been especially well ripened and polished, so the bright fruit has no sharp edges.",,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Sinclair Estate Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"The impressive I Filari Dolcetto opens with plush, rich concentration and a dark, purplish color. The aromas are intense and immediate and the wine exhibits a velvety, dense texture in the mouth with sweet cherry and cola flavors followed by mild tannic structure.",I Filari,38,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2008 I Filari (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2008-i-filari-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2008,Poderi Luigi Einaudi ,Red,Italy,"This is a very compelling Barbera d'Asti Superiore that is characterized by ripe fruit notes and smoky tones of ham or bacon fat. You'll get brambly notes of underbrush as well that give the wine a sharper, more defined personality and this impression is reinforced by the natural acidity.",Paion,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,La Fiammenga 2007 Paion (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiammenga-2007-paion-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,La Fiammenga 13.1,White,US,"A very good Chardonnay, fancy and elegant, although it's a little sharp in the mouth, and lacks a certain hedonistic appeal, especially at this price. Shows dry, oak-inspired flavors of pineapples, green apples and pears, with a firm minerality.",Corral Vineyard,46,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Corral Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-corral-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Iron Horse 14.9,Red,US,"This is a very rich, dry and concentrated Cabernet, but it's also very tannic. The blackberry, blueberry, cherry and currant flavors are wrapped into tight, hard tannins. Should develop in the bottle over the next six years, but it will always be somewhat tannic. Give it a good decant before serving.",Reserve,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Martin Ray 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Ray 14.5,Red,Australia,"Representing a good value in top-flight Cabernet, Jim Barry's 2008 The Cover Drive (a cricketing term) features subtle hints of cinnamon, coffee and vanilla layered over blueberry and plum fruit. It's on the full-bodied side, with plush, velvety tannins balanced by crisp acids. Drink now–2018.",The Cover Drive,18,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Jim Barry 2008 The Cover Drive Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2008-cover-drive-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Jim Barry ,Red,US,"Bright, sappy, with fresh raspberries, mocha, moist earth and light details of green herb. With alcohol just over 14%, this has young vine flavors, a bit less concentration than the very best Washington Syrahs, but it's balanced and tasty.",,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,àMaurice 13,White,Australia,"Like some of the other 2008s, this wine seems to be evolving rapidly—a common enough occurence in hot vintages. Apple and citrus flavors still dominate, but the wine is already showing hints of honey and toast. Drink it now and over the next 3–5 years.",Springvale,38,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Grosset 2008 Springvale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grosset-2008-springvale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Grosset 13,Rose,France,"The attractive presentation, with handwriting directly on to the bottle, is followed by an equally attractive wine, ripe and full in character, but balanced with good acidity. There is a final vanilla burst.",Secret de Léoube,24,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Léoube 2009 Secret de Léoube Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-leoube-2009-secret-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château de Léoube 13.5,Red,US,"A very pretty Merlot, and a good price for the elegant quality. It's dry and tannic, showing the Clos du Val style of controlled, somewhat aloof ripeness. There's a rich, attractive core of black cherry fruit. Will develop for a few years, but it's really best now, with a brief decant.",,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Clos du Val 14.5,White,US,"A big improvement over the 2007, Stephens' '08 is rich and ripe. It brims with pineapple, buttered toast, vanilla and cinnamon flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Easy to drink, and delicious through the finish.",Estate,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,D.R. Stephens 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2008-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,D.R. Stephens ,Red,Italy,"Here's a softer, modern interpretation of Barbera d'Asti Superiore with velvety oak tones that surround a bright core of berry fruit. This wine is thicker and more extracted than most with slight hints of smoke and tobacco at the back.",Cremosina,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bersano 2007 Cremosina (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-2007-cremosina-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Bersano ,Red,Italy,"Here's a nicely balanced Barbera d'Asti Superiore from the Nizza subzone that shows not too much fruit and not too much oak. The wine is clean and polished and delivers light steps on the palate, unlike some of the much denser and heavier expressions you will find. Very nice and elegant.",Canto di Luna,,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Cascina Guido Berta 2006 Canto di Luna (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-guido-berta-2006-canto-luna-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Guido Berta 14.5,Red,US,"This has been one of Carr's more successful bottlings, and the '08 is quite a good wine, although not quite up there with the '05. It's very deep in flavor, with lush, impressive notes of cherry pie filling with the smoky-sweet crust and masses of savory Indian spices. The acidity is quite high, maybe a little too much so.",Turner Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2008 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2008-turner-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Carr ,Red,US,"This pure, single-vineyard, Red Mountain Syrah shows pronounced minerality. There are interesting aromatic hints of herb and diesel, and a strong streak of gun metal running down the midpalate. The fruit is spicy, substantial and earthy, with thick, lightly chocolaty tannins and a long finish.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Tamarack Cellars 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2007-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Tamarack Cellars ,Red,US,"A crisp mix of black cherry, iron filings, moist earth, and dry, dry tannins, it needs more time in bottle and cellar to flesh out. But all the right pieces are already in place.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Tamarack Cellars 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2007-ciel-cheval-vineyard-reserve-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Tamarack Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"Very dry and tannic, a somewhat austere wine. But it has a deep core of blackberries and black currants along with a meatiness, like charred beef off the grill. Interesting and complex, for slow sipping with complex beef, pork and lamb dishes.",Flood Family Vineyards,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2007 Flood Family Vineyards Malbec (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2007-flood-family-malbec-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Malbec,2007,Rancho Sisquoc 14.5,Red,Australia,"The warmth of Barossa shows in this wine, but it remains exceptionally balanced, being ripe without being overly soft, and muscular without being overly firm or crisp. The cassis, mint and chocolate notes finish with a fine dusting of tannins. Drink now–2020.",Mentor,38,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Peter Lehmann 2005 Mentor Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2005-mentor-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Peter Lehmann 12.9,White,US,"A beautiful and compelling Sauvignon Blanc that gives the acidity and citrusy brightness you want in the variety, but contains extra layers of complexity. Offers waves of fresh green grass, Meyer lemon, sweet lime and mineral flavors that don't appear to have any oak. Brilliant with crab cakes, toasted sourdough bread with goat cheese, or on its own as a cocktail sipper.",,18,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Long Meadow Ranch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Long Meadow Ranch 15,Red,Israel,"The results of a partnership between Golan Heights Winery's Chief Winemaker Victor Schoenfeld and world-renowned winemaker and consultant Zelma Long, Rom (meaning “summit” in Hebrew) is a reference and tribute to the culmination of their relationship. The inaugural effort is a gorgeous wine composed of 37% Syrah, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon and 29% Merlot aged in French oak for 21 months. The result is a powerful, lush and concentrated wine loaded with black raspberry, blueberry, thin mint cookies and savory spice. Full weight with forward tannins and medium acidity, this is an Old World wine with a New World attitude.",Yarden Rom,150,91,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2006 Yarden Rom Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2006-yarden-rom-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2006,Golan Heights Winery 13,Rose,France,"Rich, full-bodied wine with a serious nature. It impresses with its ripe red fruit, the layer of caramel well integrated with acidity. The feel is soft, but certainly dry, giving an impressive structured aftertaste.",Grande Réserve Cru Classé,22,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Marguerite 2009 Grande Réserve Cru Classé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marguerite-2009-grande-reserve-cru-classe-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Sainte Marguerite 13.5,Rose,France,"Finely balanced wine, showing the warmth of 2009 as well as keeping bright peach, pink grapefruit and red berry fruit flavors. The wine shows lively final acidity for a delicious aftertaste.",,25,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château les Valentines 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valentines-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château les Valentines 14,Red,South Africa,"The label reads “The Original coffee/chocolate Pinotage” and boy are they right! This is pure decadent bliss with intense aromas of crème de cacao, raspberry chocolate sauce and coffee granules along with hints of hickory bacon and tobacco. The mouth is huge, ripe and full, with a balanced structure and gorgeous flavors of juicy mashed black raspberries, plum flesh, sweet smoked meat and mocha that leads strongly throughout the lengthy finish. With 500 cases imported, this is a Pinotage worth searching out and trying.",,20,91,Wellington,,,Diemersfontein 2008 Pinotage (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diemersfontein-2008-pinotage-wellington/,Pinotage,2008,Diemersfontein 13.3,White,New Zealand,"Even tasted blind, this wine's Awatere origins shone through, bursting with fresh nettles and tomato leaf which garnish currant-like fruit. It's amply concentrated and round in the mouth, then long and mouthwatering on the finish.",Single Vineyard,22,91,Marlborough,,,Awatere River 2009 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/awatere-river-2009-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Awatere River 15,Red,Australia,"Fully mature, this mouthfilling, supple Shiraz shows off Clare's savory side, beginning with beefy notes of bouillon and soy, then adding leather coffee and black olive to the mix. The long finish gracefully blends sweet and savory, then adds a dusting of fine tannins to keep everything in place. Drink now–2015.",St. Andrews,60,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2002 St. Andrews Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2002-st-andrews-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Wakefield 13.5,Red,France,"There is a solid amount of wood here, but the fruit has weight enough for it. The tannins are dark, brooding in character, but they also support ripe and juicy fruits. With its dusty texture, this wine could certainly be aged for several years.",,13,91,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château Peyros 2005 Tannat-Cabernet (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyros-2005-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet,2005,Château Peyros ,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark, plush and modern Barbera with thick, chocolate tones followed by spice, espresso and blackberry. You'll get a whiff of the grape's natural acidity, but in the case of this well-crafted wine, its thickness, density and extraction dominate the experience overall.",Alix,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantina Alice Bel Colle 2007 Alix (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-alice-bel-colle-2007-alix-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cantina Alice Bel Colle 15,Red,South Africa,"With 16 months spent in 100% new French oak, this is a powerhouse of a wine. At first a bit overripe on the nose with notes of berry jam, kirsch, cigar box spice and a hint of smoke, the mouth shows similar concentrated dark fruit flavors but is lifted by supporting acidity, aggressive tannins and a tight structure. Dark chocolate-covered roasted espresso beans flood the long finish, and while the wine is good now, with five-plus years in the cellar it will be stellar.",Ronnie Melck A Tribute,60,91,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Muratie 2006 Ronnie Melck A Tribute Shiraz (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muratie-2006-ronnie-melck-a-tribute-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2006,Muratie ,Red,Italy,"Here is a bright and modern Barbera d'Alba with succulent fruit tones followed by chocolate and exotic spice. The wine is soft and plush (it hardly seems like a Barbera if you consider more traditional expressions of this native grape) and would pair with a long list of rich, hearty foods.",Vecchie Vigne in Località Ornati,45,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Parusso 2007 Vecchie Vigne in Località Ornati (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-2007-vecchie-vigne-in-localita-ornati-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Parusso ,Red,Italy,"This is a fantastic Barbera d'Asti Superiore with a plush, soft, velvety feel and loads of intensity that peels back into layers of fresh blackberry, cherry, spice, chocolate, leather and exotic spice. This wine carries the banner high for all the Barbera producers now experimenting with a more modern style.",Alfiera,60,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Marchesi Alfieri 2007 Alfiera (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-alfieri-2007-alfiera-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Marchesi Alfieri 12.5,White,Australia,"A rich, amply endowed Clare Riesling, with potent lime aromas accented by touches of petrol, plenty of flavor intensity and a long finish composed of citrus and spice. Hints of baked apple and petrol suggest it may not be the longest-lived Riesling, but it's delicious now and should be good for another five years or so.",Polish Hill River,26,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pauletts 2008 Polish Hill River Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pauletts-2008-polish-hill-river-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Pauletts 14.8,Red,US,"Shows a distinguished structure and mouthfeel proving that Dry Creek Cabs are really moving forward. Quite different from Napa in the briary, brambly, wild berry flavors, almost like Zinfandel, and the brisk tannins. This food-friendly wine will perform well on a restaurant wine list.",Estate Grown,35,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mounts 14.4,Red,US,"A beautifully drinkable Merlot. It's softly tannic and quite dry, with a polish of smoky oak that frames deep, ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants and exotic spices. Very nice now and for the next 3–4 years.",Pocai Vineyard Estate Grown,24,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2006 Pocai Vineyard Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2006-pocai-vineyard-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Ballentine ,Red,US,"This vintage has the Tsutakawa artist label. Nicely crafted and in good proportion, it's a supple wine with plenty of powerful cassis fruit, backed with licorice. Compact and concentrated, with generous barrel toast, butterfat and smoke.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2006 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2006-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,àMaurice ,Red,Italy,"This is a soft and succulent Barbera d'Alba with soft oak notes followed by bright fruit, black cherry and red currants. There's crisp, acidic fruit here followed by the softness and finesse supplied by the supple oak element.",Papagena,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Fontanafredda 2007 Papagena (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2007-papagena-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Fontanafredda ,White,New Zealand,"A terrific example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, the 2009 Swamp Block features ripe melon and nectarine fruit, balanced by hints of garden greens, such as tomato leaf and bell pepper. It's plump and succulent on the palate, with a long, slightly honeyed finish.",Pioneer Block 2 Swamp Block,24,91,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Pioneer Block 2 Swamp Block Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-pioneer-block-2-swamp-block-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair ,Red,Italy,"This is a very likeable Barbera d'Asti Superiore executed in a plush, modern style with loads of soft fruit and sweet spice in the bouquet. Chocolate, espresso and blackberry fruit appear and the wine is bright and firm on the close. You need that extra acidity to balance against the wine's thickly extracted texture.",Vigne Vecchie della Cappelletta,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Tenuta La Pergola 2007 Vigne Vecchie della Cappelletta (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pergola-2007-vigne-vecchie-della-cappelletta-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta La Pergola 14.9,Red,US,"This is an unusual blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. At the age of nearly five years, it's already throwing some sediment, but is still superfruity, offering an explosion of raspberries, cherries and currants. The oak remains unintegrated, and as a result the wine is jammy and direct. But that's now. It has the inherent sweetness and balance to age for another 4-6 years, so stash it until 2014 and see what happens.",Chesler,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Selene 2005 Chesler Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2005-chesler-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Selene 13.5,Rose,France,"As befits a Bandol, this rosé has a good depth of flavor, rich and smoothly textured with acidity integrated into a serious and complex wine. The structure and acidity suggest a wine that could age for 2–3 years.",Château Romassan,43,91,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Ott 2009 Château Romassan Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2009-chateau-romassan-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2009,Domaines Ott ,Red,Italy,"Soft, round and slightly sweet smelling, this is a modern expression of Barbera that offers enormous extraction, power and intensity. That said, there is little here to remind you of the sharp, acidic Barbera of yesteryear because this wine tastes chewy, plush and rich in the mouth.",,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Cascina Lana 2007 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-lana-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Lana ,Red,Italy,"Rich and densely extracted, this modern expression of Barbera d'Asti Superiore from the Nizza subzone offers enormous richness, power and intensity. The wine is smooth and velvety in the mouth with bright cherry and cassis flavors on the close.",La Vigna dell'Angelo,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Cascina La Barbatella 2007 La Vigna dell'Angelo (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-barbatella-2007-vigna-dellangelo-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Cascina La Barbatella 14,Red,US,"Rich in cherry and raspberry pie filling flavors, with red currant, cola and exotic pomegranate notes and a super-spicy finish. Bone dry, this Pinot shows the classy elegance of its vineyard source. On the downside is very tart acidity, as if the wine contained a big squirt of lime juice. Hard to tell where it's going, if anywhere, but nice after decanting with a grilled steak.",Sanford & Benedict,54,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Roessler 2008 Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-sanford-benedict-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler ,Red,US,"Sourced from a small block of Syrah at the estate vineyard of Leonetti Cellar, this is the top wine from Waters. Though the fruit is still young, it already shows strength, clarity and persistence. Vanilla cracker, sweet caramel, rich strawberry and white pepper mingle seamlessly. And the best is yet to come.",Loess Vineyard,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Waters 2007 Loess Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-2007-loess-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Waters ,Red,US,"Dark and smoky, earthy and compact, this textbook Cabernet Sauvignon shows muscle and steel at its core. Though tannic and still encased in a bit of a hard shell, it already displays beautifully defined varietal character, and it doesn't shy away from the herbal side of the grape.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tamarack Cellars ,Red,US,"This high-acid, intense wine is beautifully aromatic, with piercing and tart flavors of cranberry and raspberry, pure and laced with minerality. Terrific penetration, the persistence of wet stone, citrus, raspberry and cranberry flavors is impressive.",Boushey Vineyard Le Midi,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2008 Boushey Vineyard Le Midi Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2008-boushey-vineyard-le-midi-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,2008,Maison Bleue ,Red,US,"Lalayee, says winemaker Virginie Bourgue, means lullaby in Persian. This 51/49 Cab/Merlot blend is textural and pretty, a palate-coating potpourri of cranberry, pomegranate, blue plum and cassis fruit. Bourgue has layered in new barrel nuances of coffee and caramel latté, with a whiff of smoke.",Lalayee Red,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Lullaby 2007 Lalayee Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lullaby-2007-lalayee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Lullaby 14.1,Red,Chile,"One of the best value-priced, big and rich wines you're likely to find. The nose impresses with potent blackberry, cedar and marzipan aromas, and the palate bridges the gap between power and elegance. Tastes great, with herbal black cherry and cola leading the way. Very ripe but really well made.",Casa,13,91,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Casa Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-casa-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Lapostolle 14.8,Red,US,"Shows the voluminous fruit and full body that Laetitia Pinots typically possess, with huge, mouthfilling flavors of cherries, raspberries, red currants, cola and sandalwood. Also pretty tannic. But the notable feature is tart acidity. Not a big problem, but the palate feels it like a bee sting. Best now–2013.",La Coupelle,60,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2007 La Coupelle Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2007-coupelle-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Laetitia 14.5,Red,US,"This rich, spicy Zinfandel defines the Dry Creek style. It's fruit-forward in briary, brambly berry and currant flavors that have hints of anise and chocolate, and is dry, with sturdy tannins and a balancing cut of acidity. Very enticing. Only 150 cases were produced, but it's worth a search.",Grist Vineyard,39,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Joseph Jewell 2007 Grist Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2007-grist-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Joseph Jewell 13.2,White,US,"Lots of crisp, citrusy acidity in this wine, which brightens the pineapple, orange, lemon and lime flavors. Meanwhile, 100% new oak adds a rich coating of smoky, buttered toast. The wine is dramatic, rather than subtle, and is at its best now.",Rued Clone,46,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Rued Clone Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-rued-clone-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Iron Horse 13.9,Red,US,"A well-constructed wine whose tannic structure and ripeness indicate a pedigreed terroir. In fact, the grapes are from Mount Veeder. Flavorwise, it's all about cherries, ripe from the tree and baked into a pie. It's more light-hearted and silkier than Cabernet Sauvignon, but no less serious.",Esoterica,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kent Rasmussen 2007 Esoterica Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2007-esoterica-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Kent Rasmussen 14.9,White,US,"Rich and ripe, with enormous blackberry, currant, chocolate and cedar flavors, wrapped into firm but smoothly complex tannins. A very good Cab that will develop nuances over the next 4–6 years.",,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hunnicutt 13,Rose,France,"A blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre, aged in wood, which gives a rich texture, maybe just a hint of toast, but more a broad and ripe character. Ripe peach and strawberry flavors add to this delicious wine.",Cuvée Prieure,,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2009 Cuvée Prieure Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2009-cuvee-prieure-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Sainte Roseline 14.5,Red,Italy,"The fullness and intensity of the aromas here tell you that this is not your standard, easy-drinking Barbera. On the contrary, Sei Vigne Insynthesis is a well-crafted expression that shows quality of fruit and modern wine-making (with soft tones of vanilla and spice) woven throughout.",Sei Vigne Insynthesis,70,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2004 Sei Vigne Insynthesis (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2004-sei-vigne-insynthesis-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a dense and thickly extracted Barbera from the excellent 2007 vintage with a brooding, black appearance and aromas of smoke, black fruit, cassis and leather. The oak elements you taste at the very end still need to integrate within the overall flavors of this wine. Give it two more years.",La Crena,45,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Vietti 2007 La Crena (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2007-crena-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Vietti ,Red,US,"Stillwater Creek, Conner Lee and Bacchus vineyards provided the fruit for this young, sappy and rich Syrah. It captures the varietal character of the grape, especially as expressed in Washington State. Inviting aromas of berries and chocolate, bright and fresh, lead into brambly red fruits, umami-soaked mushrooms and moist earth.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Arbor Crest 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbera shows elegance and harmony with ripe berry notes that are offset by wood spice and mineral notes. The extraction is thick and dense and the wine yields a plush, smooth texture in the mouth with bitter berry nuances on the close.",Rive,27,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Araldica 2007 Rive (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araldica-2007-rive-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Araldica ,Red,US,"Malbec is likely to become a signature red for àMaurice, as for a number of other young Walla Walla wineries. This excellent bottle proves the point. It's fragrant and deep in color, with verve, tangy blackberry and currant fruit, polished slightly grainy tannins and a seductive, mouth-coating finish. Just the right touch of earth, herb and licorice to give it added interest through the finish.",,34,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2006 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2006-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2006,àMaurice ,Red,US,"This is still a little hard and tight, but shows great ripe red berry fruit and well-balanced tannins. Another Arbor Crest wine with a fine, fragrant bouquet, clean and bursting with fresh fruit scents. It was barrel aged for 20 months in 40% new oak, adding some strength to the tannins and hints of toast to the finish.",Four Vineyards,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2007 Four Vineyards Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2007-four-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Arbor Crest 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a plump and chewy expression of Barbera with thick fruit notes followed by dense extraction and power. The wine is plush, ripe and velvety and there are soft flavors of fruit and spice on the long finish.",D'Annona,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Araldica 2006 D'Annona (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araldica-2006-dannona-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Araldica ,Red,Chile,"Starts out foxy and mossy, with leather, char, earth and herbal notes. The palate is nothing if not saturated and big, and the flavors run toward baked, meaty black fruits. Quite roasted and rich, with toasty oak on the finish and darkness throughout. Not the best Altaïr but still a fine Chilean red blend.",Altaïr,65,91,Cachapoal Valley,,,Altaïr 2006 Altaïr Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2006-red-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2006,Altaïr 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a plush, modern Barbera d'Alba with bright fruit and berry tones followed by softer notes of cinnamon and chocolate. On the whole it is a well-integrated wine, although there is power and density here that suggests a pairing with lasagna or thickly cheesy pasta.",Scarrone,45,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Vietti 2007 Scarrone (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2007-scarrone-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Vietti 13,White,New Zealand,"Eradus continues a successful run with this year's Sauvignon Blanc. As usual, it's fairly pungent and herbal upfront, but then delivers waves of passion fruit. It's concentrated and fairly full-bodied for a Sauvignon, with a lingering finish.",,20,91,Marlborough,,,Eradus 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eradus-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Eradus ,Red,US,"This is a strikingly pure expression of single-vineyard, Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon. Focused and tight, it is extremely dense and textural, with a mix of cassis and coffee. Some of the minerality of the neighboring Ciel du Cheval vineyard is just beginning to show in the fruit from these young vines as well.",Galitzine Vineyard,98,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Quilceda Creek 2007 Galitzine Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2007-galitzine-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Quilceda Creek 15,Red,Australia,"The 2006 Chertsey is a blend of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 100% French oak. The oak's vanilla and cedar notes provide a foundation for the wine's cassis and plum flavors, cosseting them in soft tannins. Drink now–2018.",Chertsey,50,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2006 Chertsey Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2006-chertsey-red-coonawarra/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Penley Estate 12.5,Rose,France,"A fresh rosé, so crisp, bright and lively. This is real pleasure, the red berry fruits bursting out of the glass, lifted by delicious acidity. Very crisp, pure in taste.",Vieilles Vignes,,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière 2009 Vieilles Vignes Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andre-figuiere-2009-vieilles-vignes-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière ,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal, this winery's most popular varietal offering, and nicely distinguished from its other reds. Recently bottled, it was still slightly shocked when tasted. Dark fruits, most especially cassis, are woven together with smoke (no mirrors!) and bitter chocolate. Chewy, earthy tannins hold the finish and complement the wine's natural peppery spice.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Tamarack Cellars 2007 Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Tamarack Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"A very fine Pinot Noir that shows deep, impressively ripe flavors of raspberry and cherry tart, red currant, licorice and Asian spices, with a rich coating of smoky oak. It's entirely dry, and has a brisk scour of acidity. Seems best now and for the next few years.",,50,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Twomey 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Twomey ,Red,US,"The Walla Walla Syrah from Trust Cellars is enhanced with 11% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Lewis vineyard, and coopered in 22% new French oak. There is lovely fruit here, with sweet grape, cherry and plum, followed by streaks of chocolate and caramel.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Trust 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Trust 14.3,White,US,"Very dry, crisp and minerally, with subtle citrus fruit and floral flavors, this Chardonnay suggests Chablis as its model. The elegant structure is likeable. If you're a fan of big fruit, it's not for you, but it's quite a classy Chardonnay. Good with cracked crab with drawn butter and buttered sourdough bread.",Big Bend Estate,32,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roessler 2008 Big Bend Estate Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-big-bend-estate-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Roessler 14.5,Red,Italy,"Rich and modern, with dense extraction and raw notes of cherry, blackberry and spice, this wine is very representative of the new face of Barbera d'Alba. There are sweet fruit notes followed by equally sweet oak tones of cinnamon, chocolate and spice.",Lirano Soprano,50,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rivetto 2007 Lirano Soprano (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2007-lirano-soprano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Rivetto ,Red,US,"The grape's floral component plays against its dense and inky tannins, making this a complete and relatively soft version of pure Petit Verdot. It fills in the usual midpalate hole with juicy fruit and softened tannins. It glides—not a word usually found with this as a varietal—into a silky, fruity, sweetly floral finish.",McClellan Estate Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2007 McClellan Estate Vineyard Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-mcclellan-estate-vineyard-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2007,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"Clean blueberry fruit and cassis fruit is buttressed with streaks of rock, graphite and coffee grounds. It has a lighter profile than many Washington Syrahs, but offers wonderful details of fresh green leaf and herb, with that powerful blueberry compote fruit filling out the finish.",Alder Ridge & Wallula Vineyards La Roque,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Maison Bleue 2008 Alder Ridge & Wallula Vineyards La Roque Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2008-alder-ridge-wallula-roque-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Maison Bleue 14.5,Red,US,"A really good Cabernet that compares favorably against far more expensive Napa Valley bottlings. The wine is drily elegant and complex, and the blackberry, blueberry and currant flavors are balanced with earthy notes of herbs and spices.",,24,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,San Simeon 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very pleasurable Barbera with loads of fruit intensity followed by smoke, pipe tobacco, sweet chocolate and vanilla bean. The wine is executed in a modern style with enduring intensity and a soft, velvety finish. Pair it with baked chèvre cheese.",Monte Colombo,43,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2006 Monte Colombo (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2006-monte-colombo-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy ,Red,US,"The blend includes old vine (1972 planting) Cabernet from Sagemoor, along with some Klipsun fruit and Seven Hills Merlot. This shows solid winemaking, excellent varietal character, and the structure to age gracefully. The tight cassis fruit is delineated with details of tarragon, rosemary and thyme.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tempus Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tempus Cellars ,Red,Italy,"Clove, exotic spice, dark chocolate and cured meat come to the forefront of this rich, plush Barbera d'Alba. There's power and bright acidity here and the wine tastes rich, smooth and enduring on the palate. Pair it with cheese-stuffed ravioli.",Rocche delle Rocche,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Rocche Costamagna 2007 Rocche delle Rocche (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2007-delle-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Rocche Costamagna ,Red,US,"Penetrating aromatically, spicy and complex, this brings in sharp berry scents, baking chocolate and a streak of herb. It's tight and vertically structured, and once in the mouth it turns a bit hard and unyielding. But it lingers and resonates, improves after being open for several hours, and can be cellared for up to a decade.",,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"Still young, steely and firm, but classy and deep. This has the best attributes of the '05 and '06 Columbia Valley Cabs from Seven Hills—ripe and polished black fruits, firm tannins, a supple finish with a veneer of smoke and licorice. In other words, this is a complete, complex and intriguing Bordeaux blend, with plenty of aging potential.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"This captivating wine treads the line between Rhône and Bordeaux. A splash of Cabernet, though just a fraction of the blend, stands out. The wine has depth and persistence, and the mix of grapes works well, showing brambly red fruits, like a Zin, spice and pepper, like Syrah, and some herbal and leafy tobacco in the finish. Complex, unique and quite appealing.",Vixen Red Wine,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2007 Vixen Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2007-vixen-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Sinclair Estate Vineyards 15,Red,US,"A beautiful wine. If more Syrahs were like this, especially at this price, more people would buy them. It's dry and smoothly tannic, with rich flavors of blackberries, bacon, chocolate and peppery spices. Try as an alternative to Zaca Mesa's much more expensive single vineyard and reserve Syrahs. It's almost as good.",,23,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2006 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Zaca Mesa ,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautifully balanced Barbera with equal elements of fruit, spice and toast that balance each other very nicely. The wine is crisp and dense in the mouth but the naturally high acidity is integrated and elegant. Tre Secoli is a producer to watch for in the future.",,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Tre Secoli 2007 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-secoli-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Tre Secoli 14.5,Red,Australia,"Slightly minty on the nose, balanced by bold cassis fruit, plenty of weight and rich tannins that give the wine an almost chewy texture. Long, firm and a touch warm on the finish; drink now–2020.",Menzies The Cigar,25,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yalumba 2006 Menzies The Cigar Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2006-menzies-cigar-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Yalumba 14.5,Red,Australia,"Jim Barry's luxury Cabernet is amazingly fresh and youthful even six years after the harvest, which bodes well for its longevity. Cassis fruit and barrel char pick up herbal, tobacco-like shadings on the palate, which is full bodied while at the same time showing Cabernet's characteristic restraint. Drink 2014–2025.",The Benbournie,100,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2004 The Benbournie Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2004-benbournie-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Jim Barry 14.5,Red,US,"Like all of Carr's '08 Pinots, this one's marked by tart acidity. It gives a sour cherry candy taste and prickly mouthfeel. But it's quite rich, and as the wine breathes in the glass, its attractions mount. Give it two or three years in the cellar.",Kessler-Haak Vineyard,50,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2008 Kessler-Haak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2008-kessler-haak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Carr 14.6,White,US,"The grapes from this wine come mainly from older blocks in the To Kalon Vineyard, adjoining the winery. It contains 5% Sémillon. The wine is graceful and elegant in the mouth, with bracing acidity and a minerality that reminds you of cold, wet stones. Yet there are flavors of citrus fruits and white flowers. Dense and complex, this full-bodied wine is best enjoyed not too cold.",To Kalon Vineyard Reserve,40,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2008 To Kalon Vineyard Reserve Fumé Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-to-kalon-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-oakville/,Fumé Blanc,2008,Robert Mondavi 13.8,Red,US,"Shows lots of classy elegance, with brisk acidity and firm minerals and some finely ground tannins that frame the wild cherry, cola and oak flavors. Good now for its flamboyant deliciousness, but really too immature. Give it 3–5 years in the cellar to begin to develop bottle complexity.",Clos Pepe,54,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Roessler 2008 Clos Pepe Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-clos-pepe-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler ,Red,US,"Intense wild berry and pomegranate fruit anchors a spicy, balanced, ageworthy Syrah with notes of Provençal herbs. Tart and still quite young, it is already nicely melded together. Spicy/herbal/peppery aromas show just a hint of a green edge, leading into the characteristic Boushey aromatics of violets, with notes of earth and truffle and ground coffee.",Liberté Boushey Vineyard,39,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2008 Liberté Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2008-liberte-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Maison Bleue 12.9,Red,US,"Almost all Pinots grown in these mountains south of San Francisco overlooking Silicon Valley need time in the bottle. This one certainly does. Right now, it's tannic and acidic, and the primary raspberry, cherry and blood orange flavors are reaching out to—but haven't found, much less embraced—the French oak. Give it a good 4–5 years in the cellar.",Woodruff Family Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ghostwriter 2008 Woodruff Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghostwriter-2008-woodruff-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ghostwriter 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a standout Barbera from Monferrato with loads of intensity, complexity and persistency. You'll get aromas of blackberry and cherry followed by exotic spice, vanilla and pipe tobacco. The mouthfeel is smooth, soft and thick. Excellent.",Barabba,59,92,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Cantina Iuli 2006 Barabba (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-iuli-2006-barabba-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Cantina Iuli 13.5,Red,US,"An entirely satsifying Pinot Noir that meets all the variety's basic requirements. It's dry, crisp and silky in texture, with oak-nuanced flavors of raspberries, cinnamon and mocha. Drink now in its flamboyant youth.",,40,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kent Rasmussen 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kent Rasmussen 14.5,Red,Chile,"A kitchen-sink blend of five grapes produces an excellent result. Borobo blends Pinot Noir and Syrah with your standard Bordeaux varieties, and the finished product is minty and rich, with coconut, shoe polish and crusty aromas in front of syrupy, roasted flavors of brown sugar and baked berries. Toast and mocha are the finishing notes. A chunky wine to drink now.",Borobo,80,92,Chile,,,Lapostolle 2006 Borobo Red (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2006-borobo-red/,Red Blend,2006,Lapostolle 14.1,White,US,"Shows great acidity that really gets the tastebuds whistling, and also deep, complex varietal flavors of Meyer lemons, limes and sweet vanilla, with a green grass component in the background. Very fine and dry, an elegant, sophisticated Sauvignon Blanc of great integrity.",Charles Vineyard,20,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Foursight 2008 Charles Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foursight-2008-charles-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Foursight 14.5,White,US,"Bone dry, ultra-crisp in acidity, and lean in mineral flavors, this barrel-fermented, lees-aged Roussanne is the opposite of rich. But it's enormously elegant, and its leanness contains subtle hints of Meyer lemons, grapefruits, toast, yeast and cold, hard steel. A sommelier's dream for pairing with very complex dishes.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Roussanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-roussanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Roussanne,2007,Zaca Mesa 13.5,Red,France,"The name refers to the fact that Madiran is on the Greenwich Meridian of zero degrees longitude. The wine, from a single parcel, is bold and black in character and color. It is firmly tannic, with plenty of balancing acidity, but the tannins are sweet, now softening into the superripe fruits and chocolate flavors. It will fully mature in the next 2–3 years.",Cuvée Greenwich,30,92,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château Peyros 2003 Cuvée Greenwich Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyros-2003-cuvee-greenwich-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2003,Château Peyros ,Red,Italy,"Bricco dell'Uccellone is an historic wine that shaped the modern history of Barbera d'Asti and Piedmont in general. Aged 15 months in oak casks, the wine is bountiful and harmonious with aromas of cherry, blackberry and spice. There's a bright splash of crisp fruit on the close.",Bricco dell'Uccellone,,92,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Braida di Giacomo Bologna 2007 Bricco dell'Uccellone (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braida-giacomo-bologna-2007-bricco-delluccellone-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Braida di Giacomo Bologna 14.2,White,US,"This is an austere Chardonnay whose minerality and acidity star. That's not to say it's not fruity. It has pineapple and green apple flavors, with oak and lees adding richer complexities. Still, it's a firm, Chablis-style wine, and a very good one that defines the elegant sleekness of the Sonoma Coast.",,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Patz & Hall 15,Red,Australia,"Penley's Reserve Cabernet sees 100% new French oak, but handles it well, blending coffee and brown sugar elements with fruitier notes of plum and a hint of mint. It's full-bodied and lushly textured, with smoky, cedary oak wrapped around a core of dark fruit. Drink now–2016.",Reserve,50,92,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Penley Estate 14.6,Red,US,"Made in a drier, more elegant style than many other Napa Cabs, this polished bottling can be described as Bordeaux-esque. Its blackberry and currant flavors are grounded in a cedary structure of earth and herbs. Great for a wine list. Drink this fine wine now and through 2014.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Meander 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Meander 13.5,Red,US,"There's a beautiful wine in this Cabernet blend, which was grown at the foot of Howell Mountain. But it's not showing its best now. Just too tannic, and the fruity flavors are all primary and unintegrated with the new oak barrels. With a wealth of raspberries, cherries and currants, it should begin to come into its own after 2013.",Cuvee l'Etrier,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Notre Vin 2006 Cuvee l'Etrier Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-vin-2006-cuvee-letrier-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Notre Vin 14.5,Red,South Africa,"While this is certainly on the higher end of South African Shiraz price points, it's worth the investment. The intense bouquet is loaded with rich dark cherry, raspberry, sweet spice and small wild strawberries. All-spice and pepper dominate the creamy mouth, with opulent flavors of meaty plum, roasted espresso and black cherry guts. Full and powerful in the mouth with a strong vanilla-accented finish. Delicious now but worthy of cellar time as well.",The Stork,79,92,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2006 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2006-stork-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2006,Hartenberg 14.6,Red,US,"Somewhat crude and angular now, but then again, it's Petite Sirah, and mountain-grown at that. Shows considerable tannins and fresh acidity, with compact flavors of wild black and blue berries, licorice, currants and peppery spices, finshed with a flourish of dark chocolate. A very fine wine that needs time. Better after 2012.",Dry Creek Mountain Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2007 Dry Creek Mountain Vineyard Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2007-dry-creek-mountain-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Gustafson Family ,Red,France,"Densely dark in color, a wine with beautiful rounded fruit flavors, hints of mint and a rich tannic structure. The wine glows with ripe fruit.",Château Labrande,,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Château Labrande Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-chateau-labrande-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.5,Rose,France,"The top wine from Gavoty, this is impressive. It has a fine structure, enveloped by rich fruits, soft apple skins and red cherry tannins and a tight layer of acidity. It could age for a year.",Cuvée Clarendon,22,92,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Gavoty 2009 Cuvée Clarendon Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gavoty-2009-cuvee-clarendon-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Gavoty 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the edgy tannins that Dry Creek red wines invariably display, with a sandpapery texture. That makes the wine, which is a Bordeaux blend of five varieties, a little rustic. But the dryness and bite are a nice alternative to the riper, softer Napa style, and more versatile at the table. Good now, and should slowly develop in the bottle for years.",The Mariner,40,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2006 The Mariner Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2006-mariner-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Dry Creek Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"Big, tough, gutsy, fruity, tannic. In other words, Petite Sirah, and classic at that. Shows very ripe, deep and long-lasting flavors of blackberries, blueberries, currants, chocolate, cedar and spices, in a bone-dry, full-bodied red wine. Good now, and should develop over a decade.",Staten Family Reserve,35,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 2007 Staten Family Reserve Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2007-staten-family-reserve-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Field Stone 14.7,White,US,"A bright, beautifully brisk Sauvignon Blanc, marked with crisp acidity and racy flavors of citrus fruits and gooseberries, accented with sweet oak. It's a creamy, deliciously complex wine, and although it's fully dry, it finishes with a honeyed richness.",Estate,33,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Chalk Hill 13.5,Rose,France,"A dusty-textured wine, its fruit like grains scattered over the surface of a fresh crisp structure. The freshness is palpable and so is the depth of flavor. A food-friendly wine.",Clos Mireille,37,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2009 Clos Mireille Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2009-clos-mireille-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaines Ott 13,White,New Zealand,"Grassy and almost feline on the nose, with lime and grapefruit flavors, this is a bit simple in some respects, but the power and intensity of this wine make a strong statement that lingers forever on the palate. Distinctive and well worth a try.",Pioneer Block 18 Snap Block,24,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Pioneer Block 18 Snap Block Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-pioneer-block-18-snap-block-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair ,Red,Italy,"Thick, black and extracted, this dense Barbera d'Asti Superiore opens with intense aromas of black fruit and fresh oak. Definitely give this wine at least two more years in the bottle for those smoky wood notes to find balance. At this young stage, the wine tastes new, chewy and raw.",Del Beneficio,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Castello di Razzano 2007 Del Beneficio (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-razzano-2007-beneficio-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Castello di Razzano ,Red,Italy,"Smoke and graphite notes, coupled with a solid base of black fruit and cassis, give this wine many aromatic layers to contemplate. There are drying mineral notes here yet the wine is ultimately very plush and velvety in the mouth and it ends with a touch of oak sweetness and bitter cherry.",,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,L'Armangia 2007 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmangia-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,L'Armangia 14.5,Red,Australia,"Perhaps this just needs some additional time for the Cabernet and Shiraz components to meld, because right now it comes across as slightly chunky and warm, with cassis and plum flavors verging on prune, yet nicely framed by vanilla and cedar. Try 2012–2020, although this wine has a track record that suggests longer aging isn't out of the question.",Bin 389,37,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Penfolds 2006 Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2006-bin-389-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2006,Penfolds 14.3,Red,US,"The name says it all. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Primitivo is a simple, but entirely satisfying and very useful, red wine, at a good price. It's dry and flavorful and lusty, with notes of wild red berries and pepper. California country-style wine at its best.",Simply Red,13,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fair Hare NV Simply Red Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fair-hare-nv-simply-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,,Fair Hare 14,Red,Chile,"Savory and oaky, but with a nice mesquite scent and also some bacon and big black fruit aromas. Rich and voluminous in the mouth, with smoky, dark, roasted berry flavors. Savory, spicy and pretty big on the finish, and bullish as a whole.",Family Selection Gran Reserva,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2008 Family Selection Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2008-family-selection-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Luis Felipe Edwards 13.5,Red,Italy,"Prominent oak tones of spice, leather and chocolate sit heavy over a broad base of dark, jammy fruit. This wine is executed in a big, bold style and would pair well with stews or game dishes. The acidic finish will cut though hearty meat recipes.",Vigneto Pasau,25,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ponchione Maurizio 2006 Vigneto Pasau (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponchione-maurizio-2006-vigneto-pasau-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Ponchione Maurizio ,Red,US,"First release, mother's name, this Bordeaux blend is sharp and showing some volatility in the nose, but smooth and ripe, with raisins and prunes in the mouth. It's almost like an apéritif, with a mix of botanical flavors. Good density and balance.",RoseAnne's Red,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mannina Cellars 2007 RoseAnne's Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannina-cellars-2007-roseannes-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Mannina Cellars 14,Red,Italy,Here's a textbook Barbera that boasts well-integrated mineral notes with plusher aromas of chocolate and ripe fruit. The wine is clean and compact but there's enough body and heft here to pair with braised pork or grilled lamb shanks.,,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2007 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an inky-black Barbera with impossible extraction and rich tones of blackberry, smoke, mineral and currant berry. This is a modern expression of a native grape from Piedmont with an extremely chewy, raw and sweet sensation on the close.",Bricco Dani,30,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Villa Giada 2007 Bricco Dani (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-giada-2007-bricco-dani-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Villa Giada 13,Rose,France,"This has to be an important wine from the weight of the bottle and, with a broad take on rosé, this lives up to the billing. The wine is fat, the acidity a less important element than the ripe red berry fruit flavors.",Grande Réserve,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Moutète 2009 Grande Réserve Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moutete-2009-grande-reserve-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château la Moutète 13,Rose,France,"Caramel aromas are followed by vanilla and toast flavors, giving a wine that is rich, with good complex fruits. The texture is soft, with the acidity appearing on the finish.",,17,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Domaine Houchart 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2009-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Houchart 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Soft tones of baked bread and warm almond are folded within a broader aromatic context of stone fruit, honey and apricot. This is a sophisticated metodo classico sparkler with good complexity and an easy but elegant personality at an affordable price.",Carlo Gancia Cuvée Platinum,25,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Gancia NV Carlo Gancia Cuvée Platinum Pinot-Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-nv-carlo-cuvee-platinum-white-blend-pinot-chardonnay-piedmont/,Pinot-Chardonnay,,Gancia 13.5,Rose,France,"Soft wine, the acidity subservient to the rich red fruits and almost sweet vanilla. There is a firm touch of spice giving a fine twist to this ripe wine.",Esclans,35,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2008 Esclans Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2008-esclans-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2008,Château d'Esclans 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cascina del Monastero's bright Vigna Parroco Barbera opens with sweet aromas of spice, cinnamon, clove and forest fruit. The texture is smooth and rich here and bright berry crispness appears on the close.",Vigna Parroco,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina del Monastero 2006 Vigna Parroco (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2006-vigna-parroco-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Cascina del Monastero 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern and well-extracted Barbera with drying mineral tones followed by blackberry, plum and a dash of exotic spice. The thicker density and fresh acidity suggest a pairing with pizza or cheesy pasta.",Cavalé,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cantine Sant'Agata 2007 Cavalé (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-santagata-2007-cavale-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cantine Sant'Agata 14.5,White,South Africa,"The nose of this Chard is so lively and welcoming with accents of lilac, jasmine, white peach slices and clementine. Matured in barrel for 10 months, the wine's palate offers more intense, mature flavors of peaches and cream, ginger and supporting tropical acidity. Well structured with a defined and evolving finish, it takes you from citrus to fresh peach to vanilla wooded spice.",DMZ,15,88,Western Cape,,,DeMorgenzon 2008 DMZ Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demorgenzon-2008-dmz-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2008,DeMorgenzon 14.2,Red,US,"Superrich in jammy raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, almost sweet, except it's technically dry. Shows firm acidity and even some dusty tannins, but the fruit is the alpha and omega, dominating everything. Drink now.",Aptos Creek Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Ghostwriter 2008 Aptos Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghostwriter-2008-aptos-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ghostwriter 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a straight-laced Barbera d'Asti (aged in stainless steel) with linear aromas of berry fruit and cherry that appear in a direct and immediate manner. There's no great complexity here, nor is there supposed to be. This is a genuine expression of a fundamentally easy-drinking food wine.",La Madrina,55,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Costa Olmo 2007 La Madrina (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-olmo-2007-madrina-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Costa Olmo 10.5,White,France,"Bone dry, almost shockingly so, but with the freshest acidity and crispest pure apple and citrus fruit. The flavor is tight, with intense fruitiness. Screwcap.",Les Tours,11,87,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine la Hitaire 2008 Les Tours White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hitaire-2008-tours-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2008,Domaine la Hitaire 13.5,Red,France,"In an earthy, rather rustic style, this is a wine whose lack of polish is made up for by its hearty berry fruits that blossom in the glass.",,,87,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Château de Saurs 2008 Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saurs-2008-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2008,Château de Saurs ,White,New Zealand,"An oversupply of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has led to bargains like this wine, which delivers nectarine and white grapefruit flavors in a medium-bodied format. It's plump on the palate, then turns zippy and citrusy on the finish.",,11,87,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Dashwood 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbera shows a twofold aromatic approach that puts as much emphasis on its drying mineral tones as it does on the integrity of the fruit. Cherry, blackberry and spice appear and there's a crisp blast of acidity on the close.",Altea,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cantine Sant'Agata 2007 Altea (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-santagata-2007-altea-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cantine Sant'Agata 12.5,Red,Italy,"This youthful expression of Dolcetto offers a dark, concentrated style and a very noticeable mineral tone that slices through the lush blueberry and raspberry aromas. The wine is tonic and vibrant and although there isn't huge complexity here, there is a good, fresh quality of fruit.",Controvento,15,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Bava 2009 Controvento (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-2009-controvento-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Bava ,Red,Italy,"Heavy oak use is still evident (this wine is from the 2006 vintage so those toasted notes should be integrated by now) and takes away from the natural integrity of the fruit. Spice, tobacco and chocolate appear and the wine ends with fresh crispness.",Vigna Valentino Caligaris,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Castello di Razzano 2006 Vigna Valentino Caligaris (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-razzano-2006-vigna-valentino-caligaris-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Castello di Razzano 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful estate with an amphitheater of vines that represents one of the biggest single vineyards of Barbera in the Asti area. This particular expression ushers forth aromas of ripe fruit, smoked bacon and blackberry jam. It's clean, compact and fresh on the close.",,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Castello del Poggio 2006 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2006-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Castello del Poggio 14,Red,Italy,"Masaréj is Castello del Poggio's top expression of Barbera d'Asti, but this vintage shows warm characteristics of earth, smoked bacon, bresaola, prunes and plums. It doesn't seem to have what it takes for long aging, so drink up.",Masaréj,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Castello del Poggio 2005 Masaréj (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2005-masarej-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2005,Castello del Poggio 14,Red,Italy,"La Roera is a light and fresh expression of Barbera with bright fruit intensity and cooling crispness. The wine would work with wintery appetizers of cold cuts, salami, capers or olive paste on garlic toast.",La Roera,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cascina Roera 2006 La Roera (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-roera-2006-la-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Roera ,Red,Italy,"This Barbera opens with meaty aromas that resemble smoked bacon or beef jerky but you'll also get whiffs of blackberry, prune and plum. The wine is tart but also slightly sweet in the mouth and the overall fruit seems to show very mature, chewy characteristics.",Le Querce,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cascina Galarin 2007 Le Querce (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-galarin-2007-le-querce-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Galarin 14.5,Red,Israel,"Oaky notes of chocolate-drizzled raspberries and chocolate pudding are supported by juicy black cherry and plum fruit flavors. Full-bodied and a bit tight with assertive tannins and a long, drying finish. Try now if you like 'em big or give it a year or two to mellow out.",Appellation Old Vines Kosher,24,87,Shomron,,,Carmel 2006 Appellation Old Vines Kosher Carignan (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2006-appellation-old-vines-kosher-carignan-shomron/,Carignan,2006,Carmel 13,Red,Italy,"Bursting with fresh berry aromas, espresso and dark chocolate, this is a rich, opulent Barbera that would pair beautifully with egg pasta or quiche Lorraine thanks to the naturally bright acidity. The finish is characterized by bright cherry and blackberry flavors.",Annunziata,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rocche Costamagna 2006 Annunziata (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2006-annunziata-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Rocche Costamagna ,Red,US,"As always, this new vintage over-delivers, with deep color, plummy fruit flavor and substantial tannins. The wine coats the throat with rich and lightly chocolaty tannins, textural and medium-grained.",Firehouse,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2008 Firehouse Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2008-firehouse-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Tamarack Cellars 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc is soft and lush in style, with prominent stone-fruit flavors (apricots?) that hint at sweetness. Drink now.",,20,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2009-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Te Awa 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Alba is almost too much of a good thing: it's very rich and dense, with a dark, impenetrable color and inviting aromas of black stone, mineral, opulent fruit, cherry candy and sweet spice peppermint. It taste very ripe and chewy in the mouth.",Tucci,15,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pelassa 2007 Tucci (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2007-tucci-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Pelassa 13,White,South Africa,"With only 500 cases imported, snag this wine when you can and drink it now. Ripe and nuanced with aromas and flavors of fresh peaches, soft white florals, orange creamsicle and almond skin. Full and creamy with a lingering vanilla-kissed finish and an overall decadent impression.",,16,88,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2008 Chardonnay (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2008-chardonnay-elgin/,Chardonnay,2008,Paul Cluver 14,Red,Chile,"Toasty and sweet on the nose, with burnt brown sugar, leather, bacon and black fruit. The palate is rich and extracted but not overly heavy, and the flavors of dense, rich blackberry and clove are nice and warm. A little roasted on the finish but overall this is good warm-climate Syrah.",Family Selection Gran Reserva,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2008 Family Selection Gran Reserva Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2008-family-selection-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Luis Felipe Edwards ,Red,US,"Still young and battened down, it brings in grapey red fruits, plenty of barrel toast and some astringent tannins. Aromatically it seems to promise more than it currently delivers in the mouth; perhaps it has simply entered a dumb phase. In any event, give this one a good decanting.",Artisan Blend Red,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2007 Artisan Blend Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2007-artisan-blend-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Foundry Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"The historic Ceretto estate excels in the production of crisp whites and important red wines. That same attention to detail is paid to this informal expression of Dolcetto. Aromas here recall cherry cola and blueberry and the wine boasts a bright, saturated color and a palate-cleansing finish.",Rossana,25,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ceretto 2009 Rossana (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2009-rossana-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Ceretto ,Red,Italy,"Here's a youthful Barbera with dark, purplish hues and immediate aromas of blackberry, cherry, spice, wet earth and tobacco. From the Monferrato zone of Piedmont, it offers good intensity, staying power and a velvety smooth texture coupled by natural freshness and fruitiness.",Le Cave,,88,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Castello di Uviglie 2007 Le Cave (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-uviglie-2007-le-cave-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Castello di Uviglie 14,Red,Italy,"The freshness and inherent liveliness of the fruit and the clear overtones of raspberry, blueberry and black cherry are praiseworthy. The wine exhibits a purplish-ruby color with sweet, chewy fruit and dense consistency. Firm tannins are followed by dusty mineral tones. Very nice.",,,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Asti,,Araldica 2009 Dolcetto d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araldica-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dasti/,Dolcetto,2009,Araldica 13,White,New Zealand,"Mild mannered Sauvignon Blanc, balanced and long, with jicama and herbal, leafy notes alongside melon and fig flavors. Nicely done.",Pathway,,88,Marlborough,,,Ara 2008 Pathway Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ara-2008-pathway-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ara 14,White,Australia,"Nice Viognier for the price, blending hints of honeyed toast and citrus with melony fruit and peppery spice. It's mouthfilling without being oily or opulent, balanced to pair with salmon or swordfish.",The Loose Cannon,16,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2008 The Loose Cannon Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2008-loose-cannon-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Viognier,2008,Hugh Hamilton 13.8,Rose,US,"Good for the winery for making a bone-dry, crisply tart rosé wine that stands for elegance and finesse, which is not the easiest thing to do with a blush Syrah. Avoids heaviness in favor of a light, crisp mouthfeel that frames cherryskin, herb and vanilla flavors.",Heritage Tree Vineyard Estate Rosé of,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2009 Heritage Tree Vineyard Estate Rosé of Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2009-heritage-tree-vineyard-estate-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2009,Gustafson Family 12.5,White,Australia,"Pretty straightforward and citrusy, but very nicely balanced, with pineapple flavors working in harmony with the wine's medium body and lack of overt grassy or herbal notes. Shows more lime and grapefruit on the finish. Drink now.",Lu Lu,18,88,South Australia,Adelaide,,Hewitson 2009 Lu Lu Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitson-2009-lu-lu-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hewitson 13.5,Red,France,"Full, juicy and ripe wine, showing jammy plum and damson flavors, touched by a short wood aging to smooth out the Malbec tannins. There is some stalky fruit character. Give it another six months.",La Colline,31,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Lannac Saint-Jean 2009 La Colline Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lannac-saint-jean-2009-colline-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Lannac Saint-Jean ,Red,Italy,"An elegant and polished expression of Barbera from a vintage that seems to have yielded many overripe wines. That's not the case here. The secret is the wine's successful balance of fruit, acidity and overall extraction, which is neither too heavy or thin.",,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,La Fiammenga 2007 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiammenga-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,La Fiammenga 13.5,White,Australia,"Not as compelling as some vintages of this wine have been, but still very good, the 2008 Virgilius features floral and apricot aromas married to well-ripened melon and peach flavors. Its lush, broad-textured palate leads into a soft, easy finish. Drink now.",The Virgilius,40,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2008 The Virgilius Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-the-virgilius-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2008,Yalumba 14.7,White,US,"Made in the popular style of ripe fruit and plenty of oak, this Chard is rich in pineapple, pear, buttered toast and vanilla flavors. It's fortunately balanced with crisp acidity and a touch of minerals. Drink with rich fare, like lobster salad.",Bench Blend,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2007 Bench Blend Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2007-bench-blend-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,William Hill Estate ,Red,US,"This starts light, with wild berry and bramble flavors, but it's nicely balanced and persists across the palate with pleasant milk chocolate flavors. Well integrated with good acids, this 100% varietal Merlot is pleasurable and easy drinking.",Reserve,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2007 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2007-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Waterbrook 14,Red,Italy,"Aged for 12 months in large oak casks, this bright Barbera offers a friendly blend of fresh berry fruit and subdued spice. The wine is not overdone or over extracted and you'll appreciate the touches of cherry, blackberry and natural rubber. It wins more points in the mouth thanks to its power and determination.",,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Virna Borgogno 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Virna Borgogno ,Rose,France,"A rich, creamy wine, with wild strawberry flavors and rich fruit. It is full, but retains a good crisp edge.",Grande Cuvée,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2009 Grande Cuvée Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2009-grande-cuvee-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Réal Martin ,Red,Italy,Pretty notes of dark chocolate and spice are well integrated within notes of blackberry and forest floor. This is a modern interpretation of a traditional wine that leaves enough space for the grape's rustic charm and sharp acidity to come through.,,17,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantina Vignasone 2007 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-vignasone-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cantina Vignasone ,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Asti Superiore from the Nizza subzone offers bright aromas of cherry cola, red apple, balsam notes, dried mint and currant berry. It's a different and unique wine with a high level of inherent grace and elegance.",Piano Alto,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Bava 2007 Piano Alto (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-2007-piano-alto-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Bava 14.5,Red,Australia,"Sometimes the biggest, oakiest wine in a producer's range doesn't get the highest score. This is loaded up with oak nearly to the detriment of the fruit, with vanilla and cedar being the dominant flavors, although there's just sufficient red berried fruit to support it. A steakhouse red, or one that can be sipped as a meal itself.",,27,88,South Australia,Padthaway,,Morambro Creek 2007 Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morambro-creek-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2007,Morambro Creek ,Red,Italy,"There's a thick, creamy element to this wine that is reinforced by aromas of ripe berry, vanilla and milk chocolate. This is a raw, chewy wine with a soft, smooth temperament and a touch of crisp acidity on the close.",,,88,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Olivetta 2007 Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivetta-2007-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Olivetta ,Red,Italy,Here's a straightforward and honest interpretation of Barbera d'Asti with bitter almond and fresh notes of wild berries and juicy pomegranate. The wine ends with a cleansing blast of crisp acidity.,Vinchio,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Oddero 2007 Vinchio (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2007-vinchio-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Oddero 14,White,New Zealand,"Neudorf's 2008 Savvy is a plump, rounded wine, filled with ample melon fruit and tinged with peach and citrus. There's also a smoky, grassy element to the aroma that adds a bit more varietal character and complexity. Nicely done.",,21,88,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2008-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Neudorf ,Red,US,"The Stonetree bottling (one of three single-vineyard Zins from Angel Vine) offers pure strawberry fruit flavor, with medium concentration. The 15.2% alcohol does not show that scale, but does offer some finishing power. Could it develop more density and depth with another year in the bottle? Time will tell.",Stonetree Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2008 Stonetree Vineyard Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2008-stonetree-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2008,Angel Vine 14,Red,US,"Tart acidity marks this wine, giving it a tingly palate feeling. But that could go away by summer 2010, when the wine will be fully available. Otherwise, it's silky and very good, with ripe black cherry, currant, cola, orange zest and sandalwood flavors. Now–2013.",,42,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Rochelle 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Rochelle 14.5,Red,Chile,"Briary and a little hot on the nose, with dust and coffee aromas. The palate is regular in size, with tangy, semisharp currant, raspberry and plum flavors in front of a toasty, mildly minty finish. More snappy and lively than dense and deep. Drink now.",Gran Reserva,25,88,Lontué Valley,,,Korta 2007 Gran Reserva Red (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-2007-gran-reserva-red-lontue-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Korta 13.5,Red,Italy,Soft spice tones with chocolate and tobacco are offset by intense and vibrant berry fruit. This is a fresh and tonic Barbera d'Asti Superiore that will pair with most cheese- or butter-based foods. The naturally high acidity can counter the fatty textures found in many foods.,Boschetto Vecchio,24,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Guasti Clemente 2006 Boschetto Vecchio (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guasti-clemente-2006-boschetto-vecchio-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Guasti Clemente 13.5,White,South Africa,"The bouquet of this wine is immediately attractive and remarkably vibrant, offering plenty of honeydew, Anjou pear and fresh pineapple accented by notes of pink peony. Well balanced and medium weight with bracing acidity and a clean, peach pit-infused finish. An easy-drinking white perfect for casual outdoor dining or sunny afternoons.",Art House Viognier-Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc,16,88,Western Cape,,,Juno 2008 Art House Viognier-Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2008-art-house-viognier-chenin-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2008,Juno 13.6,White,US,"A near-perfect Albariño, bone dry, acidic and slightly green, with lime and mineral flavors. Totally cleanses the palate. A great cocktail sipper, or try with little Spanish-style tapas.",Hendry Ranch,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2009 Hendry Ranch Albariño (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2009-ranch-albarino-napa-valley/,Albariño,2009,Hendry ,Red,Italy,"Mora di Sassi offers nice fruit, cherry and berry tones followed by strong tones of smoke, spice and leather. The acidity is fresh and zippy and overall this wine needs two more years to integrate.",Mora di Sassi,16,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Malgra 2006 Mora di Sassi (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malgra-2006-mora-sassi-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Malgra 14,Red,Chile,"Roasted, warm and rich, which is what we want from our Carmenère. The palate is dense and smacks down with mellow tannins, while flavors of roasted berry, smoked meats and herbs are textbook. There's some heat and weight to the wine, but overall it's big, solid and likable.",Family Selection,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2008 Family Selection Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2008-family-selection-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Luis Felipe Edwards 14.8,Red,US,"Delicious in raspberry and cherry jam flavors, with an elaborate coat of sweet, smoky, caramelized oak. Good acidity and smooth tannins make for fine structure. Could be drier and more complex, but it's a hedonistic Pinot Noir with lots of flash.",Doctor's Vineyard,38,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucienne 2007 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucienne-2007-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lucienne ,Red,Italy,"A step above your basic Barbera d'Asti, this interpretation of the Piedmont indigenous grape offers extra layers of complexity in the form of spice and tobacco notes that sit firmly behind a massive bouquet of fresh fruit. The wine is crisp, polished with good density on the finish.",La Ladra,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Tenute dei Vallarino 2008 La Ladra (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-vallarino-2008-ladra-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Tenute dei Vallarino ,Red,Italy,"There are fresh, almost raw, berry notes here followed by sophisticated tones of pipe tobacco and exotic spice. The wine is chewy and fresh and there's a touch of bitter fruit and almond on the finish.",La Ladra,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Tenute dei Vallarino 2007 La Ladra (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-vallarino-2007-ladra-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Tenute dei Vallarino 15,Red,Italy,"Black, dense and thickly concentrated, this modern Barbera d'Asti Superiore shows loads of wood influence in front of the fruit. It still needs to find harmony and those sharp oak influences will surely fall into the background with two or three more years of bottle aging.",Rusticardi 1933,55,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Tenuta dei Fiori 2007 Rusticardi 1933 (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fiori-2007-rusticardi-1933-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta dei Fiori 14.2,White,US,"Classy Chardonnay. Shows ripe, savory pineapple, Meyer lemon, lime and mineral flavors, brightened with crisp acidity and enriched with a touch of sweet oak. As rich as it is, it feels elegant and refined in the mouth.",Estate Vineyards,22,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Rodney Strong 2008 Estate Vineyards Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-estate-vineyards-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2008,Rodney Strong 14.5,Red,Chile,"Very fresh and forward, from the nose of cola, herbs and leafy red fruit aromas to the moderately intense palate of clean, interesting raspberry, plum and currant flavors. Mild oak adds a bit of vanilla and caramel, but mostly what you take away is a sense of freshness. Cab Franc and Petit Verdot seem happily married.",Anke Blend 1 Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Anke Blend 1 Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-anke-blend-1-cabernet-franc-petit-verdot-red-maipo-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Santa Alicia ,Red,Italy,Here's a pleasantly fresh and fruit-forward Barbera d'Asti with notes of wild berry and blackberry backed by a delicate touch of vanilla spice and bitter chocolate. Aromas of smoked bacon fill in the rear and give the wine a long-lasting and penetrating finish.,Tasmorcan,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Elio Perrone 2008 Tasmorcan (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-perrone-2008-tasmorcan-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Elio Perrone 14,Red,Chile,"Big, dark, earthy and rubbery, with hefty black fruit on the nose and palate. A generous wine with toasty blackberry, cassis and a sprinkle of chocolate, and then a smooth finish. Among value-priced wines from anywhere in the world this is more than one should expect. It's really a nice Cab.",,9,88,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Echeverria 15.9,Red,US,"A good, robust, everyday Zinfandel, with some special features. It's soft and dry and very flavorful, offering waves of raspberries, cherries, mocha, spices and sandalwood. Gets a few extra points for the finely ground tannins and clean, brisk scour of acidity.",Steinbeck Vineyard - Wine-Bush Vineyard,24,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2007 Steinbeck Vineyard - Wine-Bush Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2007-steinbeck-vineyard-wine-bush-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Eberle 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of sweet black cherry, cough drop and smoke work well together and draw you in. The palate is full and pretty smooth, with black plum, blackberry and creamy oak flavors. It's just spicy and interesting enough to earn a Best Buy recommendation. Best if you like sweet, ripe Syrahs.",Reserva,13,88,Elqui Valley,,,Chono 2008 Reserva Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2008,Chono 13,Rose,France,"It is less and less common to see the traditional bulbous Provençal bottle, but this simple and attractive wine fits well inside. It has touches of pink grapefruit to go with the wild strawberry in a great fruity burst.",Cuvée Lampe de Méduse,25,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2009 Cuvée Lampe de Méduse Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2009-cuvee-lampe-meduse-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Sainte Roseline 13,Rose,France,"An attractively balanced wine bringing the freshness of pink grapefruit acidity alongside red cherries. The acidity is present, but not too dominant. A great summer food rosé.",Cuvée M Cru Classé,27,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Marguerite 2009 Cuvée M Cru Classé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marguerite-2009-cuvee-m-cru-classe-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Sainte Marguerite 12.5,Rose,France,"A very pale rosé, this wine's delicate aromas of flowers, crushed stone, canteloupe and peach conjure images of summer. The flavors follow in a similar vein, carried by plenty of weight and a long, slightly soft finish. Drink now. 1,000 cases imported.",MiP* Made in Provence,17,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Sainte Lucie 2009 MiP* Made in Provence Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-lucie-2009-mip-made-in-provence-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Sainte Lucie 13,Rose,France,"Ripe and full, soft in texture and rich. The wine has spice along with the red apple, apricot and sweet strawberry flavors. The softness takes the dryness away.",Cuvée Magali,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière 2009 Cuvée Magali Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andre-figuiere-2009-cuvee-magali-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière 14,Red,Italy,"Slights hints of smoked meat and toasted nut open the aromatic parameters of this vibrant Barbera d'Asti. There's plenty of berry fruit at the base as well as natural crispness, but those warmer aromas help soften the acidic blow.",Campu du Rouss,19,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 2007 Campu du Rouss (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2007-campu-rouss-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Coppo 13,Rose,France,"Darker in color than many Provence rosés, this caramel-flavored wine has a fine line in ripe berry fruits to go with the smooth, velvet texture. Dry in style, its firm texture is right for food.",Terra Amata,11,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Sorin 2009 Terra Amata Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sorin-2009-terra-amata-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Sorin 14.1,Red,US,"Fruit and spice star in this bone-dry Cabernet. It's very forward in blackberries, cherries, currants and dark chocolate, while the spice shows in the form of pepper, clove and star anise. The tannins are quite strong and rasping, and may never fully resolve. Give it 3–5 years in the cellar.",,38,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Dashe Cellars 14.5,Red,Italy,"Warm tones of cured meat, wet earth and wild mushroom are balanced out by brighter notes of wild berry, cherry and cassis. This is a modern Barbera d'Alba with a rich palate, crisp acidity and long persistency (at an attractive price).",I Patriarchi,14,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Francone 2007 I Patriarchi (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francone-2007-i-patriarchi-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Francone ,Red,Italy,This is an austere and linear interpretation of Barbera with smoky and drying mineral tones followed by elegant notes of wild berry and pomegranate. It's a less plump and fruity style that would pair with pork roast or lamb.,Montevenere,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Caudrina 2006 Montevenere (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caudrina-2006-montevenere-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Caudrina ,Red,Italy,Black fruit and wild berry are wrapped in an enticing envelope of spice and tobacco. This expression of Barbera d'Asti Superiore has both elements of the modern and the traditional and leaves the mouth refreshed thanks to its naturally crisp acidity.,,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina Guido Berta 2006 Barbera d'Asti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-guido-berta-2006-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Guido Berta ,Red,Italy,"Here's a clean and bright interpretation of Barbera d'Asti Superiore with intense aromas of cherry, blackberry, pomegranate, wet earth and tobacco. The wine is chewy, dense and bright in the mouth and could be paired with lamb or beef.",Caranti,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina Garitina 2007 Caranti (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-garitina-2007-caranti-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Garitina ,Red,Italy,"This is a delicately perfumed Barbera d'Asti with elegant floral and fruity notes. There's bright acidity here yet that crispness is backed by the wine's natural density and richness. Cascina Galarin is a small, family-run winery and it should be interesting to see what they achieve five years from now.",Le Querce,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cascina Galarin 2008 Le Querce (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-galarin-2008-le-querce-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Cascina Galarin 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sweet oak-driven notes of cinnamon, vanilla and dark chocolate appear at first, leaving only a sliver of room for the natural berry and cherry fruit to come forward. The mouthfeel is silky and smooth with a touch of bright acidity on the close.",Vigna Parroco,28,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina del Monastero 2007 Vigna Parroco (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2007-vigna-parroco-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Cascina del Monastero 13,Red,Italy,"Made by the three Lequio sisters, Donna Rossa Dolcetto delivers a traditional and linear style with good intensity and a fair level of complexity. There are loads of spice and fresh fruit aromas here and the wine is capped by some sour cherry flavors.",Donna Rossa,16,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Tre Donne 2007 Donna Rossa (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-donne-2007-donna-rossa-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Tre Donne ,Red,US,"Watermelon, blueberry and black cherry fruit come through in this Bordeax blend, the flavors light and forward, with details of pencil shavings, red licorice and moist earth. It offers good complexity in a lighter style, with a suggestion of heat in the finish.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2006 Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2006,Waterbrook 13.2,Rose,US,"Dry and crisp, an easy, pleasant cocktail sipper made from the great Pinot Noir grape. Shows the acidity of Monterey, and is easy to like for its spicy, herb-infused cherry and raspberry flavors.",Pinot Noir Saignée,18,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 Pinot Noir Saignée Rosé (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-pinot-noir-saignee-rose-central-coast-monterey/,Rosé,2009,Wrath 13.5,Red,Italy,"Barbera Ciabot Camerano shows thick concentration and bright aromas of black fruit, plum and forest berry. There's good intensity here and background notes of cinnamon and milk chocolate. It's a thick, well-textured wine that would serve well when paired with veal ragù.",Ciabot Camerano,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marcarini 2008 Ciabot Camerano (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2008-ciabot-camerano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Marcarini 13.5,Red,Chile,"The opening of tobacco, lemon peel, floral notes and mixed black fruits is alluring, while the palate is crisp and acidic but still fresh and good. Herbal berry fruit flavors with citric hints work the flavor profile, and the finish smacks down with firm tannins and bite. Nice aromas and flavors but the mouthfeel needs some work. 55% Carmenère with 30% Syrah and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Gran Crucero Limited Edition,27,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2006 Gran Crucero Limited Edition Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2006-gran-crucero-limited-edition-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Siegel 13.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty Barbera from the Costa Bruna cru exhibits thick, almost meaty aromas of cured bresaola, leather, tobacco and black fruit. It's a crisp, clean and inherently food friendly wine that would pair with ham, beef or game dishes.",Costa Bruna,28,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 2008 Costa Bruna (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2008-costa-bruna-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Poderi Colla 12,White,Australia,"Mainly Riesling—and it shows in the wine's lime aromas and crushed-stone minerality. But the bits of pieces of other white grapes (Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc) impart a bit more weight and fruity complexity, ending on a spicy note. Drink now.",The White Mullet Riesling-Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc-Chenin Blanc,15,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 2008 The White Mullet Riesling-Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc-Chenin Blanc White (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-2008-white-mullet-riesling-viognier-sauvignon-blanc-chenin-blanc-clare-valley/,White Blend,2008,Pikes 13,Red,Italy,"This is an impressive Dolcetto with a deeply aromatic character. The generous notes of pressed flowers, roses and perfumed violets distinguish this expression from the rest. Those huge floral and fruit tones transfer to the mouth as well, where they last long on the finish.",Rochettevino,25,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Gianni Voerzio 2009 Rochettevino (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-voerzio-2009-rochettevino-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Gianni Voerzio 14,Red,Italy,"Bright, succulent berry tones are followed by a touch of smoked meat and wet earth that is typically found in the Barbera grape. This expression also has a hint of tobacco and exotic spice at the back that gives it more dimension and personality.",Zerolegno,15,88,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Gaudio 2008 Zerolegno (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaudio-2008-zerolegno-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Gaudio ,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet Sauvignon from the Pepper Bridge vineyard; now with several extra years in bottle. It's drinking well at five years of age, with strawberry and cherry fruit, bracing acidity and chalky, highly astringent tannins. The finish brings in leaf, pepper and coffee grounds.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard Block 66,48,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sapolil Cellars 2005 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Block 66 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sapolil-cellars-2005-pepper-bridge-vineyard-block-66-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Sapolil Cellars 13,White,New Zealand,"Not quite as distinctive as some of the other 2009 Block offerings from St. Clair, this is nonetheless a solid wine, exhibiting gently leafy nuances layered over pick grapefruit and melon flavors. It's mainstream in style, not overly heavy, with a crisp, refreshing finish.",Pioneer Block 1 Foundation,24,88,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Pioneer Block 1 Foundation Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-pioneer-block-1-foundation-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair 14.8,Red,US,"Shows the tobaccoey herbaceousness and soft tannins of Alexander Valley, with polished cherry and red currant fruit brushed with smoky oak. This lovely, easy-drinking but complex wine should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",,49,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Inspiri 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inspiri-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Inspiri ,Red,Italy,"Red fruit notes of cherry and blackberry appear at first and are followed by subtle shadings of spice, chocolate and tobacco. The wine is tart and ripe with a blast of cleansing acidity and cherry on the close. Nice job.",Lurei,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Il Falchetto 2007 Lurei (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-falchetto-2007-lurei-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Il Falchetto 14.9,Red,US,"A nice Syrah that shows plenty of richness, and makes you wonder why Syrahs this good are such a hard sell. The wine is dry and the tannins are fine, framing flavors of blackberries, cherries, tobacco, bacon and black pepper. Try as an alternative to a good Cabernet.",Cutt,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2007 Cutt Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2007-cutt-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Hunnicutt 14.7,Red,US,"A solid, good Cabernet, with very ripe, extracted blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. It's a little forward and obvious now, and will take a few years of cellaring.",D.R. II,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,D.R. Stephens 2007 D.R. II Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2007-ii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,D.R. Stephens 15,Red,Italy,"This wine really opens a fascinating window on the aging potential of Barbera. From the 2004 vintage, it still exhibits elegant mineral notes with polished granite and slate. There's plenty of fruit there too, mostly cherry, and the wine ends with vanilla and spice.",Cardin,29,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina Roera 2004 Cardin (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-roera-2004-cardin-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Cascina Roera 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and nice on the nose, with a spot of rubber. The palate shows choppy acidity but good black cherry, herbal berry and pepper flavors. Light to medium as Cabs go, with spice and verve to the finish. Additional notes of olive, citrus and toast elevate the character.",Rosa Blanca,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2007 Rosa Blanca Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2007-rosa-blanca-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Luis Felipe Edwards 13,Red,Chile,"A pure and proper Cabernet with aromas of balsam wood, toast, berry and cassis. There's some power and kick on the palate, but the overall feel is good. So are the flavors of cassis, raspberry and plum. Spicy on the finish, with a bit of piquant heat.",Armador,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2008 Armador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2008-armador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Odfjell 11.5,White,France,"The little touch of wood aging (three months) is just enough to round out the Chardonnay. At the same time, it does show freshness and apple flavors, with an attractive floral character. It is soft and finally ripe.",,14,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine du Tariquet 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the celebrated 2004 vintage, this expression of Barbera offers solid and correct aromas of ripe fruit, raspberries, wet earth and leather. The wine is bright and incredibly generous in terms of intensity and purity of the fruit flavors.",Ornella,20,88,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Agricola Sulin 2004 Ornella (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-sulin-2004-ornella-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Agricola Sulin ,Red,Italy,"Coffee, tobacco and finely ground espresso come to light at the back of blackberry, cranberry and pomegranate. This is a fresh and vibrant interpretation that makes good use of the natural acidity present in Barbera d'Asti.",Praiot,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Antonia Gazzi 2007 Praiot (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonia-gazzi-2007-praiot-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Antonia Gazzi ,Red,Italy,"Thick oak-driven aromas of vanilla, spice and tobacco roll out in front of cassis and black cherry. This is a well-worked wine (the oak element is very strong) in which the winemakers have dulled some of the sharpness of Barbera's natural acidity.",Bertu,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Angelo Negro & Figli 2007 Bertu (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-negro-figli-2007-bertu-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Angelo Negro & Figli 14,Red,Italy,"Bresaola and smoked meat aromas are backed by cola, spice, wet earth and loads of black fruit and ripe cherry. Pair this wine with hearty stews or grilled meat. The fresh acidity adds to the longevity and crispness of the finish.",Vigneto San Giuseppe,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Andrea Oberto 2008 Vigneto San Giuseppe (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2008-vigneto-san-giuseppe-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Andrea Oberto 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This vintage of Brancott's Sauvignon Blanc knocks it right down the center of the fairway—clean and refreshing, marked by brisk acids. Stone fruit and melon notes abound, tinged with just the right proportion of green herbs. Drink now.",,13,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brancott 15.5,Red,US,"Big in berry and currant fruit, high in alcohol, hard in astringent tannins. Brazen indeed. But you know what? This Zin pulls off its balancing act. It's a spicy, briary, lusty wine that will pair well with slow-cooked, braised meat dishes, like lamb shanks.",Sommer Vineyard,25,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Brazin 2007 Sommer Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazin-2007-sommer-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Brazin ,Red,Italy,"This is a very pleasant Barbera from the Monferrato zone with good concentration and bright aromas of blueberry, wild fruit, wet earth and hazelnut. There's good dimension here as well as a smooth texture that is accented by the wine's natural acidity.",Le Cave,,88,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Castello di Uviglie 2008 Le Cave (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-uviglie-2008-le-cave-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Castello di Uviglie ,Red,Italy,"This Barbera represents a return to Asti tradition thanks to its clean, simple aromas of fresh fruit, mild spice and wet earth. The wine is sharp, tangy and crisp in the mouth and would pair perfectly with cheesy or buttery dishes.",Vignassa,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina La Ghersa 2007 Vignassa (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2007-vignassa-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cascina La Ghersa 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet and smoky to start with, and with its mild roasted nose it draws you in. The palate is big, boisterous and generous, but also under control as it delivers pure boysenberry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. Toasty and long, and impressive for an $11 wine.",Natura,11,88,Central Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Natura Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-natura-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Emiliana 14.5,Red,Australia,"A corpulent, satisfying red at a bargain price, Mt. Monster's 2007 Shiraz offers vanilla, mint and plum aromas, a supple, creamy mouthfeel and layers of dark, superripe fruit. Drink it over the next year or two.",,13,88,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Mt. Monster 2007 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-monster-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,2007,Mt. Monster 14,Red,Italy,Mauro Sebaste is an up-and-coming winery to watch with a full range of Piedmont wines. This pretty Barbera from Alba shows big oak tones that need more time to integrate within the folds of the dark berry and sweet spice tones that are typical of this deeply beloved native grape.,Santa Rosalia,21,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2008 Santa Rosalia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2008-santa-rosalia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Mauro Sebaste 13,White,New Zealand,"Matariki's 2008 is a medium-bodied, slightly grassy effort, with ripe passion fruit and nectarine flavors framed by subtle hints of smoke and herb. It's concentrated but harmonious at the same time, making it very easy to drink.",,25,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2008-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Matariki 13,White,New Zealand,"This Antinori-owned project has put its 2009 Sauvignon Blanc out in to the middle of the fairway. It's got all the typical Marlborough characters, ranging from grassy, herbal notes through careening tropical fruit. Long, crisp and refreshing on the finish.",,19,88,Marlborough,,,Mount Nelson 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-nelson-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mount Nelson ,Red,Chile,"Starts with typical aromas of olive, herbs, spice and pepper, and there's berry fruit underneath. The palate is racier and more staunch than the 2007, with cherry, olive, plum and a hint of raisin. Tightly formed, with a lively DNA and a tangy finish touched up by cocoa.",Alpha,24,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2008 Alpha Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2008-alpha-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Montes ,Red,US,"A five-grape Bordeaux blend, substantial and pretty. Sweet, slightly candied cherry and plum fruit opens the wine, which has some interesting layering, bringing in cassis, hints of herb and edgy tannins.",Mystique,27,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2007 Mystique Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2007-mystique-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Ott & Murphy ,Red,US,"A Rhône blend that's bright and fruity, with flavors of mixed berries and a streak of bark and pepper. Drinks young, suggesting that further bottle age or decanting is a good idea.",L'Entente,34,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Ott & Murphy 2007 L'Entente Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2007-lentente-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2007,Ott & Murphy 14.6,Red,US,"Very rich and forward in fruit, this Pinot's natural raspberry and cherry flavors turns dessert tart decadent as it meets with toasty oak. Yet for all the richness, it finishes bone dry, with scoury Edna Valley tannins. A polished Pinot for drinking now.",Wolff Vineyards,26,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Phantom Rivers 2007 Wolff Vineyards Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phantom-rivers-2007-wolff-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Phantom Rivers 13,White,Israel,"Here's a superbly balanced and quite refined Kosher Chard, with decadent notes of grilled red apples and softly toasted hazelnuts on the nose followed by juicy flavors of fresh ripe peach and leesy pear in the full mouth. It all integrates and comes together beautifully in the end, closing with a long softly toasted finish.",,15,88,Galilee,,,Recanati 2008 Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2008-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2008,Recanati 13.5,Rose,France,"Bone-dry style, very crisp and with a full fruit character of red apples and peaches along with red berries. A great food wine.",,18,88,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Revelette 2009 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-revelette-2009-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2009,Château Revelette ,Rose,France,"Ripe, smooth and strawberry-flavored, a full-in-the-mouth wine with just a touch of caramel.",,15,88,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Domaine d'Eole 2009 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-deole-2009-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2009,Domaine d'Eole 13,Rose,France,"Sweet juicy fruit flavors dominate this concentrated wine. It is rich, soft in texture, showing heat even though well-balanced. It could age for several months given its firm texture.",,18,88,Provence,Bandol,,Domaine Sorin 2009 Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sorin-2009-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Sorin ,Red,Italy,"Apparent notes of coffee and freshly ground espresso appear at first and are followed by chocolate, cherry and raspberry. This is a modern, plump Barbera that will appeal to those who like a softer, more supple style.",Ca d'Galdin,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bersano 2007 Ca d'Galdin (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-2007-ca-dgaldin-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Bersano ,Red,Italy,"Here's a heavily oak-influenced Barbera with distinctive tones of spice, tobacco, wood, bramble and forest floor. There are red fruit notes in there, mostly masked by the wood. Give this wine two or three more years of bottle aging to find harmony.",,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Bersano 2007 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Bersano 14.5,White,South Africa,"Here's a big, rich Chenin boasting developed notes of honeydew, tropical fruit, peach preserves and soft spice. Medium-full in the mouth with good balance and a lengthy finish. The palate shows a hint of petrol along with fresh red apple slices sprinkled with cinnamon and honey. With 2,500 cases imported, drink now and, at this price, often.",Citrus Grove,13,88,Franschhoek,,,Bellingham 2008 Citrus Grove Chenin Blanc (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2008-citrus-grove-chenin-blanc-franschhoek/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Bellingham 13,Red,Australia,"Seems somewhat Burgundian in its silky texture and elegant herbal notes—interesting given the French connections to the TapaNappa venture. Bright cherry fruit reflects the New World origins, with touches of cinnamon and clove rounding out the array of flavors. Delicate and lingering on the finish. Drink now.",Foggy Hill Vineyard,48,88,South Australia,Fleurieu Peninsula,,TapaNappa 2008 Foggy Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Fleurieu Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapanappa-2008-foggy-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-fleurieu-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2008,TapaNappa 14,Red,Chile,"Smoky and crusty on the nose, but not that deep or dark in the mouth. The emphasis is on red fruits, freshness and pop, while the flavors are zesty and lean toward red cherry and red plum, with a spicy accent. Pepper and more spice work the finish.",Sibaris Reserva Especial,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2007 Sibaris Reserva Especial Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2007-sibaris-reserva-especial-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Undurraga 14.5,Red,US,"A bit leaner and more herbal than many of its Napa cousins, the '06 Rocca nonetheless is an elegantly constructed wine, reminiscent of a good, minor Bordeaux. The blackberry fruit combines with oak to provide richness and texture.",Collinetta Vineyard,85,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rocca 2006 Collinetta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2006-collinetta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rocca 13,White,New Zealand,"Starts off with some slightly fumé-like aromas, but soon settles down to an easy mix of celery and tomato leaf and ripe stone fruit. It's plump and even a bit oily in texture, with a long, clinging finish of honey and green leafiness.",Pioneer Block 19 Bird Block,24,88,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Pioneer Block 19 Bird Block Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-pioneer-block-19-bird-block-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair 13.5,Red,Australia,"An easy-drinking Shiraz, Sidewood's 2007 features a creamy texture, hints of mint and vanilla and copious raspberry fruit. It's crisp on the finish to help balance the softness of the tannins. Drink now–2017.",,18,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Sidewood 2007 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sidewood-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2007,Sidewood 14.9,Red,US,"A good wine, dry and softly tannic, with cherry, red currant, violet, cocoa and sandalwood flavors, and it has an easy-drinking quality that makes it a good companion to steak. Seems best soon for its precocious fruit.",Frediani Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Selene 2008 Frediani Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2008-frediani-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Selene 14,Red,Italy,"Lush concentration and deep aromas of dark fruit and black cherry make an excellent first impression. This Dolcetto shows a dark, deep color and a chewy, almost inky texture.",Papà Celso,20,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Marziano Abbona 2008 Papà Celso (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2008-papa-celso-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2008,Marziano Abbona ,Red,Italy,"You'll find bright berry notes followed by white licorice, forest floor and a distant touch of chopped herbs in this fresh, well-integrated Barbera from Monferrato. The mouthfeel is not too concentrated and the wine is naturally acidic (try it with cheese- or butter-based pasta dishes).",La Baldea,,88,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Marco Canato 2007 La Baldea (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-canato-2007-baldea-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Marco Canato 13.9,White,US,"Stakes out the dry, acidic, minerally side of Pinot Grigio's personality, with citrus fruit and spice flavors and a mouthwatering quality that's exactly what you want in inexpensive bottlings of this variety. Lovely as a cocktail sipper, or with appetizers ranging from puff pastries to bruschetta.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2008 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Maddalena 14,Red,Chile,"A good deal in value-priced Cabernet. Aromas of mocha, chocolate and ripe berry fruit are well molded, and the palate is warm, rich and full of clean, tasty raspberry and plum fruit accented by another dash of mocha. Fruity and thick, and with a natural oak flavor.",Reserva,9,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Santa Alicia 14.7,Red,US,"One of the better Sangioveses of the vintage. It's dry and silky, with cherry, cola, currant and sandalwood flavors, and a spicy finish. Easy to drink, and shows some complexity. Try as an interesting alternative to Merlot.",Penny Lane Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Venge 2008 Penny Lane Vineyard Sangiovese (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2008-penny-lane-vineyard-sangiovese-napa-oakville/,Sangiovese,2008,Venge 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This wine starts off pungently sweaty on the nose, but shows enough ripe stone fruit on the palate to balance out its intense leafiness. It's medium in body, with a moderately long finish. Would be nice with mussels steams in herbed white wine.",,15,88,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2008-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Te Kairanga 13,Red,Italy,"Here is a raw, chewy and vinous expression of Dolcetto with loads of bright berry and fruit intensity. The wine is easy and fresh with dense pulp and texture on the close.",Mosesco,45,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Prunotto 2008 Mosesco (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2008-mosesco-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Prunotto 12.5,Red,Italy,"This dark expression of Dolcetto opens with richly concentrated fruit and generous aromas of black fruit, plum, slate roof and granite stone. The wine is correct but simple in the mouth and offers a tannic bite at just the right level of firmness to pair with meat or cheese.",,,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Asti,,Poderi Alasia 2008 Dolcetto d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-alasia-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dasti/,Dolcetto,2008,Poderi Alasia 13,White,New Zealand,"Pungently bell peppery at first, this wine also features enough stone fruit and citrus flavors to carry the herbal overtones. It's medium in body, and finishes crisp and zesty—a very likeable summer quaff.",,14,88,Marlborough,,,Otto's Constant Dream 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottos-constant-dream-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Otto's Constant Dream 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts off with gently herbal-grassy aromas and hints of white grapefruit, then develops notes of struck flint and melon. It's a medium-bodied wine, with a long finish that succesfully balances sweet and tart elements.",,13,88,Marlborough,,,Zeal 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeal-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Zeal 14.5,Red,Israel,"Nuances of herbal spice, leather and black currant leaf add depth and complexity to this dark wine, which is otherwise dominated by aromas and flavors of black fruit. Balanced and approachable now with medium fine-grained tannins and a solid finish.",Kosher,60,88,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2006 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2006-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Yatir 14.5,Red,Australia,"Surprisingly firm in structure for a wine in this price range, with crisp acids and fine-grained tannins framing flavors of red currants, cinnamon and vanilla. There's a bit of a eucalyptus note as well, which may inspire or turn off some tasters, depending on your tolerance for that quality. Drink now–2020.",,17,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wakefield 15.1,Red,US,"A bit too tart, and the cherry flavors have hints of sweetened green tomato pie. It's a very good, drily crisp and interesting wine, but could be a touch lusher, although oak goes a long way to add richness.",Paraiso Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2007 Paraiso Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2007-paraiso-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Rochelle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Cleanly made and not terribly complicated, but with good fruit character, balance and all the freshness one could reasonably ask for. The nose has cherry, cassis, dry oak and herbal notes, while it tastes of cola and cherry. Fruity, snappy and juicy wine. A blend of Carmenère, Cabernet, Petit Verdot and Syrah.",Claret Block Selection Estate Reserve,11,88,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2007 Claret Block Selection Estate Reserve Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2007-claret-block-selection-estate-reserve-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,La Playa 14.3,Red,Australia,"Don't expect bold, in-your-face fruit; this is a more savory expression of Cabernet, with leather, meat and soy notes, hints of dried fruit and chocolate. It's still full bodied and round in the mouth, and the finish lingers elegantly, brushed with silky tannins. Drink now–2015.",,29,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Koonowla 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koonowla-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Koonowla 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Ripe and round, with nectarine and passion fruit working in tandem to provide plenty of fruit. Yet there's also a hint of green herbs and enough citrusy zip to the finish to keep it fresh. Drink now.",,16,88,Marlborough,,,Konrad 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konrad-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Konrad 14.3,White,US,"Crisp, vital acidity marks this ultrarich wine with a mouthwatering bite of tartness. The flavors are enormous, suggesting long hang time fruit that ripened to pineapple, lime and mango perfection. Not particularly subtle, but flamboyant in the California style.",Ex Anima,29,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 Ex Anima Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-ex-anima-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Wrath 14.2,White,US,"An interesting wine, it's an ultra-bone-dry, crisply acidic wine with flavors of limes and grapefruits. Made from Viognier and Roussanne, it's a lean, clean sipper with a brilliantly scoury finish.",Dulcinea,24,88,California,California Other,California,Wofford Acres 2008 Dulcinea White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wofford-acres-2008-dulcinea-white-other/,White Blend,2008,Wofford Acres 14.7,Red,US,"Quite a nice Cabernet Sauvignon from this veteran producer, but be warned. It's very tannic. There's a hard astringency that locks it down, but underneath that is beautifully ripened blackberry and cherry fruit. Will it age? Probably not for more than 4–6 years, when the tannins will still be there.",Bench Blend,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2006 Bench Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2006-bench-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,William Hill Estate 14,Red,Italy,"The longer this wine sits in the glass, the more beautiful its aromas become. It opens with a dark and rich appearance and vibrant notes of blueberry, wild berry and exotic spice. There's a slightly lactic note at first that slowly evolves into milk chocolate and fudge.",Quass,28,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pecchenino 2007 Quass (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2007-quass-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Pecchenino 14.5,Red,Italy,"The wine opens with a thick, black and dense appearance and segues to raw aromas of blackberry, cherry, tobacco, spice and natural rubber. There's a vinous, chewy quality here that needs more time in the bottle to unwind.",Porlapà,28,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Alfonso Boeri 2007 Porlapà (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfonso-boeri-2007-porlapa-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Alfonso Boeri 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Despite being based in Martinborough, Alana has managed to turn out an attractive Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc in a ripe style, with tropical and stone fruit notes delivered via a round, fleshy mouthfeel. It's very easy to drink.",,20,88,Marlborough,,,Alana Estate 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alana-estate-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Alana Estate 13.9,Red,US,"If there's any oak on this wine, it doesn't show. What does show up is crisply clean acidity and brilliantly ripe pineapple, lime and honeysuckle flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. It's a lovely cocktail sipper, and nice with bruschetta and olive or mushroom tapenade.",,14,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Angeline 15.2,Red,US,"Here's a bright, dry and very fruity wine. It has Zinfandel-like flavors of wild red and black berries and stone fruits, with lots of dusty Indian spices and vanilla-caramel flavors from oak. The acidity tastes a bit unnatural given the high alcohol, but it's a good, rich wine.",Block 24,31,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2007 Block 24 Primitivo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2007-block-24-zinfandel-primitivo-napa-valley/,Primitivo,2007,Hendry 11,Dessert,Italy,"Executed in an Extra Dry, or off-dry, style, this luminous sparkling wine delivers a feminine bouquet of floral tones, stone fruit, honey and talc powder. All these aromas form a pretty aromatic embroidery and the wine is bright and crisp on the close.",Cuvée Platinum Extra Dry,15,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Gancia NV Cuvée Platinum Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-nv-cuvee-platinum-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Gancia 11,White,France,"Fresh, with a satisfying blend of creamy and herbaceous. Apricot and citrus meld easily into the clean texture and apple skin finish. Screwcap.",Hors Saison,12,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine la Hitaire 2008 Hors Saison White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hitaire-2008-hors-saison-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Domaine la Hitaire 13,White,France,"Rich wine, lifted by delicious acidity that gives open fruit over pear and juice flavors. The wine has a fine texture of apple skins, giving a crisp aftertaste.",Galinette,16,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de Sulauze 2009 Galinette White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sulauze-2009-galinette-white-cotes/,White Blend,2009,Domaine de Sulauze 13.5,Rose,France,"A fatter style of rosé, more for food than apéritif with rich strawberry flavors followed by a touch of spice, finished with caramel.",Pétale de Rose,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Tour de l'Evêque 2009 Pétale de Rose Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-leveque-2009-petale-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château la Tour de l'Evêque 13,Red,France,"A wine where the darkly tannic Malbec is smoothed by ripe Merlot. It has a firm structure, certainly, but the fruit is bright and rich, all the elements well balanced.",Prieuré de Cénac Mission,14,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 2008 Prieuré de Cénac Mission Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-didier-parnac-2008-prieure-cenac-mission-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2008,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbera presents a nice package with fresh fruit elements backed by slight hints of toast and spice that give it more dimension and personality. The wine is compact and lean in the mouth with a bright, vinous finish.",Pais,,88,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Colle Manora 2007 Pais (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colle-manora-2007-pais-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2007,Colle Manora 12,Red,Italy,"Aurelio Settimo's lively Dolcetto offers a surprise twist in the form of black fruit, Indian spice and natural rubber. The overall effect is rich in cherry and sweet fruit and the wine tastes plush and creamy on the close.",,25,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Aurelio Settimo 2008 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Aurelio Settimo ,Red,Italy,"Dark, concentrated and oak-driven, this is a smooth and sophisticated Barbera d'Alba with intense aromas of black fruit, cassis and cherry. The wood notes are still a bit raw and apparent, so give this wine two more years in the bottle to integrate.",Naunda,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Bric Cenciurio 2007 Naunda (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bric-cenciurio-2007-naunda-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Bric Cenciurio ,Red,Italy,"This inky-black Barbera boasts granite and slate aromas with black fruit, cassis, wild mushroom, tobacco and wet earth. These are the characteristic aromas of this native grape variety, although the deep extraction and sweet oak flavors on display here denote a very modern interpretation.",Neuvsent,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Cascina Garitina 2006 Neuvsent (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-garitina-2006-neuvsent-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Garitina 13.5,Red,Italy,"This organically farmed Dolcetto delivers surprising sophistication with tones of wild mushroom and spice behind bright red fruit and berry. The wine is slightly tannic but closes with a smooth, polished texture.",Vigna Pirochetta,20,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Cascina Corte di Barosi Alessandro 2007 Vigna Pirochetta (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-corte-barosi-alessandro-2007-vigna-pirochetta-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2007,Cascina Corte di Barosi Alessandro ,Red,Italy,"This is a friendly Barbera d'Alba with a bright, ruby color, dense concentration and immediate aromas of black cherry, cassis, spice and dark chocolate. The wine is smooth and thick in the mouth with bright acidity on the close.",Pilade,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina Ballarin 2007 Pilade (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2007-pilade-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Ballarin 13.4,White,New Zealand,"Made in a ripe style, this Sauvignon Blanc from Oregon-based Peter Rosback features hints of honey alongside nectarine and tropical fruit flavors. It's round on the palate; a ripe, easygoing wine for immediate consumption.",,20,89,Marlborough,,,Sineann 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Sineann 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A soft, easygoing style of Marlborough Sauvignon, the 2009 Ponga exhibits ripe, almost honeyed, stone-fruit aromas that slide easily into melon and nectarine flavors marked by only a touch of grassiness.",,18,89,Marlborough,,,Ponga 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponga-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ponga 14.4,Red,US,"Comes from a little-understood part of the sprawling Sonoma Coast, a place near San Pablo Bay yet to prove itself. There are ripe, rich, young vine flavors of cherry pie and cola, with a very sharp bite of tartness. Think of opulence versus acidity. Hard to tell which side wins. Drink now, for fresh, jammy fruitiness.",Griffin's Lair,46,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roessler 2008 Griffin's Lair Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-griffins-lair-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler ,Red,US,"Smoky and savory, with sharp acidity under black cherry fruit. It's still pulling itself together, but the weight and balance are there, showing hints of tobacco leaf, mint and herb.",,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2007 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"This is the first vintage made in the brand-new winery that was finished just in time for crush in 2007. It captures the Pepper Bridge vineyard character perfectly—pretty strawberry fruit, dappled with fresh herbs and white pepper. The aromas are pretty and clean, and the wine does not over-reach.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Waters 2007 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-2007-pepper-bridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Waters 14.5,Red,Australia,"There's a slightly charry, roasted or asphalt top note to this wine's aromas, but the wine's flavors are an intriguing mix of cola, rhubarb and red berries, ending with mouthwatering raspberries coming to the fore. It's a full-bodied, creamy-textured wine that should be enjoyed over the next few years.",,17,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2007 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Wakefield ,Red,US,"A very pretty effort, the wine's strawberry and rhubarb flavors are balanced against spring herbs and hints of leaf. The Morrison Lane Sangiovese is blended with 15% Syrah from the Boushey vineyard.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Trio Vintners 2007 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2007-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,Trio Vintners 14.8,Red,US,"Pretty sharp in tannins and acids, even for a Stags Leap Cab. Although it has plenty of blackberry, cherry, currant and oak flavors, it's a hard wine. The palate finds so much to like, it wants it to be softer, but it's not, so the gamble is on aging. Try after 2013.",,45,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Martin Ray 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ray ,Red,Italy,"Pretty coffee notes are offset by ripe aromas of raspberry, black cherry and chocolate: There is nice softness and density in this wine that is balanced against the natural acidity of the fruit. Pair this wine with cheesy pasta al forno.",La Tota,28,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Marchesi Alfieri 2007 La Tota (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-alfieri-2007-tota-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Marchesi Alfieri 14.8,Red,US,"An interesting wine to dissect. It's very tannic, rather hot in alcohol, and super-spicy, with ripe to ultraripe flavors of wild blackberries, raspberries and currants. Feels a bit rustic and uncoordinated now, but could gain smoothness in a year or two. Certainly it's a very good example of Dry Creek Zin.",Pauline's Vineyard,37,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Papapietro Perry 2007 Pauline's Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2007-paulines-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Papapietro Perry ,Red,Italy,"Smoke and mineral notes ride alongside blackberry and cassis to create an intense and deeply layered Barbera. This wine represents a modern school of winemaking in Asti and boasts rich, chewy texture on the close.",Montecanta,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Noceto Michelotti 2007 Montecanta (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-michelotti-2007-montecanta-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Noceto Michelotti ,Red,US,"Dark, tannic and toasty, it's a rich mouthful of wine. The fruit is moderately ripe, with light berry flavors; but the toast and chocolate and coffee barrel flavors add a lot of weight and punch. Nice winemaking from Gordy Hill turns out a delicious wine.",The Estates,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2006 The Estates Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2006-the-estates-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2006,Milbrandt 14,Red,Italy,"La Court is a plush, chewy and rich Barbera from one of the most successful wineries in Piedmont. You'll recognize sweet oak and vanilla aromas wrapped tight by black fruit, cherry and blueberry. In the mouth, the wine is appropriately dense and fresh.",La Court,50,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Michele Chiarlo 2006 La Court (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2006-court-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Michele Chiarlo 13.5,Rose,France,"The style at Domaines Ott has changed to become fresher and less oxidative, and the wine fits the new look. It is vivid, crisp, a rich texture giving fresh berry fruit and a light layer of acidity.",Château de Selle,43,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2009 Château de Selle Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2009-chateau-selle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaines Ott 14,Red,Australia,"You might not know it from this wine's rather austere exterior, but this is actually from a warm site within the cool Yarra Valley. It's a restrained, slightly herbal blend of 62% Cabernet, 27% Merlot and 11% Petit Verdot that finishes with a tough mouthful of tannin. Hold it for another 3–4 years and hope that the fruit holds up.",Harry's Monster,30,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Giant Steps 2006 Harry's Monster Red (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giant-steps-2006-harrys-monster-red-yarra-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Giant Steps 14.1,Red,US,"Aggressive now in acidity, this Chardonnay has powerful sour Lifesaver candy flavors of pineapples and stony minerals, with a potent kick from smoky oak. It tastes young and jammy. It's elegant, and changes interestingly as it warms in the glass.",Ryo-fu,44,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2008 Ryo-fu Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2008-ryo-fu-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freeman ,Red,Italy,"Here's a rich and thickly extracted Barbera d'Alba with purplish hues to its ruby color and bright aromas of cherry, black currants and cassis. Like many of the wines from the Alba area, we notice quite a lot of toast here that comes forth as cinnamon, vanilla and exotic spice.",Bricco dei Merli,32,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Elvio Cogno 2007 Bricco dei Merli (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2007-bricco-dei-merli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Elvio Cogno 14.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal cherry and floral aromas provide a nice opening, and the palate is full and balanced, like a solid Colchagua Cab should be. Flavors of cherry and plum are level, long and tasty, and that pretty much describes the finish as well. Honest, true Chilean Cabernet.",,13,89,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,El Huique ,Red,US,"This just sneaks in as varietal Cabernet Sauvignon; there is 15% Syrah, 6% Merlot, and 3% Malbec in the blend. 2007 is a fine vintage for Washington reds, and this pulls together black cherry and cassis, thick, ripe tannins, and a steely, iron ore streak that puts a spine down the middle. Good grip and concentration.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Rose,France,"A vanilla-dominated wine, ripe and broad, with a powerful sense of richness. This is certainly for food, missing the freshness but with a great swathe of sweet fruit.",Cuvée B,19,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Léoube 2009 Cuvée B Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-leoube-2009-cuvee-b-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château de Léoube ,Red,Italy,"Spice, smoked meat and oak tones come to the forefront of this bright Barbera and are followed by black berry, cherry and cassis. The wine is plush and velvety with good crispness and a lively berry driven finish.",Anssema,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Cascina Giovinale 2006 Anssema (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-giovinale-2006-anssema-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Giovinale ,Red,Italy,Here's a harmonious and well-balanced Barbera d'Asti Superiore with pretty mineral tones that are woven tight within a fabric of wild berry fruit and spice. The wine is tart and fresh on the finale with a long blast of blackberry and cherry on the close.,Molisse,19,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Agostino Pavia & Figli 2007 Molisse (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-pavia-figli-2007-molisse-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Agostino Pavia & Figli 14,Red,Australia,"Bold and powerful, Bleasdale's Malbec stands up to some of the best Argentine and French examples of Malbec, delivering plum and cassis flavors tinged with mint and vanilla. It's not very elegant or long, but it packs in the flavor.",Second Innings,16,89,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2007 Second Innings Malbec (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2007-second-innings-malbec-langhorne-creek/,Malbec,2007,Bleasdale 14,Red,Italy,"Despite the infamous heat of the 2003 vintage, Piano Alto Barbera d'Asti Superiore is a surprising and impressive wine. There are pretty linear notes of black stone and granite backed by some ripe berry and blackberry. The wine seems younger than it really is.",Piano Alto,33,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Bava 2003 Piano Alto (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-2003-piano-alto-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2003,Bava 13,White,New Zealand,"Quality at Kim Crawford has remained steady. The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc maintains its reliably herbal scent even while featuring hints of melon and fig. It's on the ripe side, hinting at stone fruit and honey but staying crisp and focused on the finish. Good value, should be widely available.",,15,89,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kim Crawford 14.5,White,US,"Pretty good price for a bone-dry, crisply elegant Sauvignon Blanc with such good flavor. It's citrusy in limes and grapefruits, with richer notes of figs and melons, and finishes with a scour of spice.",,19,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Groth ,Red,Italy,Here's a Barbera with a cheerful level of complexity that is enhanced by extra tones of spice and vanilla. The aromas are well integrated and there's plenty of fruit freshness here to pair with oven-roasted pasta.,La Punta,,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,La Spinosa Alta 2007 La Punta (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinosa-alta-2007-punta-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2007,La Spinosa Alta 13.8,Red,US,"Good price for a dry, lusty Malbec that shows the variety's huge fruit, in a balanced, elegant package. While it's very tannic, the wine is softly drinkable now for its vast wealth of blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate, anise and sandalwood flavors.",McDermaid Family Vineyard,25,89,California,Lake County,Red Hills,McDermaid 2007 McDermaid Family Vineyard Malbec (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdermaid-2007-family-vineyard-malbec-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Malbec,2007,McDermaid ,Red,Italy,"Here's a plush, modern and thickly extracted Barbera d'Asti Superiore with a polished bouquet and well-dosed aromas of cherry, blackberry, spice, chocolate and tobacco. The wine is drying and crisp at the same time with polished tannins on the close.",Vigne Vecchie,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2007 Vigne Vecchie (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2007-vigne-vecchie-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 13.5,Red,Italy,Bricco delle Olive is an elegant and austere Barbera d'Alba with a dark color and rich concentration backed by bright acidity and polished tannins. This lively wine (from the 2006 vintage) still shows very good integrity of fruit.,Bricco delle Olive,30,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Palladino 2006 Bricco delle Olive (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2006-bricco-delle-olive-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Palladino 14,Red,Chile,"Smells good and true, with dry spice and catchy red-fruit aromas. The palate is solid but not at all heavy, with lively red berry and exotic spice flavors. Lengthy and pure through the long finish, and overall this is the best Montes Pinot we've come across and also one of the best from Chile.",Limited Selection,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2009 Limited Selection Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-limited-selection-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Montes 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt plies his trade mainly in California, but this effort from his native country is a winner, featuring a lush mix of nectarine, melon and tomato leaf that finishes long and harmoniously.",Boulder Bank,15,89,Marlborough,,,Nick Goldschmidt 2008 Boulder Bank Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nick-goldschmidt-2008-boulder-bank-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Nick Goldschmidt 14.5,Red,Chile,"A strong, smoky set of aromas gets this going in the proper direction. There's also spice, earth, herbal aromas and leather to give it variety. The palate is deep and big, with blackberry, smoked meat and richness. Smooth on the finish, with black olive and additional herbal accents.",,19,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2008 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2008-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Arboleda ,White,France,"A rich and creamy wine with a good balance between perfumes and freshness, allied to a touch of toast. The wine is rich, with a delicious final pear juice character.",Clos Triguedina Le Sec du Clos,,89,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2009 Clos Triguedina Le Sec du Clos Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2009-clos-triguedina-le-sec-clos-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2009,Jean-Luc Baldès ,Red,US,"Mostly Lemberger, from a 1979 planting, this is an explosion of sweet berry and milk chocolate—what's not to like? Luscious and full across the palate, it's a raspberry truffle in a bottle. Not sweet, so not for dessert, but in a way it is dessert all by itself.",Old Vines,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kana 2006 Old Vines Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2006-old-vines-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2006,Kana 14,Red,South Africa,"Smoke and roobios tea dominate the bouquet, with accents of raspberry and cocoa. The mouth is more of the same with soft notes of black plum guts and berry preserves fleshing it out. The texture is like crushed velvet with assertive tannins and structured acidity. Drinkable now, though could age for another year or two.",,11,89,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2008 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2008,MAN Vintners 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Contrary to many Marlborough SBs, which start herbal and show fruitier on the palate, this one goes theother direction, from melon and fig on the nose, with just a suggestion of grassiness, to leafy notes that grow in intensity on the finish. Nicely suited to match with summer salads.",,18,89,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lawson's Dry Hills 14.1,White,Chile,"Smooth, tropical and pure on the nose, with pineapple as the lead fruit. The palate is solid and full-bodied, with pineapple, papaya, honey and toasted flavors. Not “oaky” but it is well oaked, and thus the finish is warm, toasty and creamy. Drink now.",Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard,24,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-cuvee-alexandre-atalayas-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Lapostolle 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Among St. Clair's 2009 range of block Savvies, this is among the sweatiest, with pungent nettle and almost-asparagus notes on the nose. Yet on the palate, the wine is full-bodied, round and concentrated, with nectarine and honey elements punched up by bright herbal tones. Long and intense on the finish. Drink now.",Pioneer Block 20 Cash Block,24,89,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Pioneer Block 20 Cash Block Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-pioneer-block-20-cash-block-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a smooth and modern interpretation of Barbera d'Alba with plush and bright notes of cherry, blackberry, exotic spice, natural rubber and a touch of moist earth or forest floor. The wine is rich and smooth in the mouth and ends with a blast of cooling cherry fruit.",Costa di Bussia Campo del Gatto,25,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tenuta Arnulfo 2008 Costa di Bussia Campo del Gatto (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arnulfo-2008-costa-bussia-campo-gatto-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Tenuta Arnulfo 13,White,Australia,"Sidewood's 2009 Chardonnay is a throwback to the sort of delicious, well-priced Chardonnays Australia used to be known for, but with a touch more class. It delivers a big blast of upfront melon and peach fruit nestled in toasted cashew-like oak, then finishes fresh and citrusy. Good value for drinking over the next 6–12 months.",,26,89,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Sidewood 2009 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sidewood-2009-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Sidewood 10.5,Dessert,Australia,"With the number of really good dessert wines available for under $12 per bottle severely limited, this is a refreshing ray of golden sweetness. Dried apricots add enough citrus pith to partially balance out the intensely sweet flavors. Drink in the lusciousness over the next couple of years.",The Stump Jump Sticky Chardonnay,11,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Stump Jump Sticky Chardonnay Chardonnay (McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-stump-jump-sticky-chardonnay-mclaren-vale-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,D'Arenberg 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant Superiore expression of Barbera d'Alba offers loads of spice and black fruit aromas and slightly jammy notes of strawberry and blackberry pie. You'll also get pretty tones of chocolate and tobacco, capped by a smooth, velvety finish.",,24,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Giacomo Vico 2007 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Giacomo Vico ,Red,Italy,"Soft oak tones of vanilla and spice surround the wine's bright base of bitter berry fruit. You'll get extra intensity and complexity in the form of tobacco, tea leaf and leather and the wine is both thick in texture and fresh in acidity.",Brentura,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Erede di Chiappone Armando 2007 Brentura (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erede-chiappone-armando-2007-brentura-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Erede di Chiappone Armando ,Red,Italy,"Here's a sweet and luscious Barbera d'Alba with bright, thick concentration and immediate aromas of blackberry, cassis and cherry. There is an obvious wood element here that adds tones of spice, vanilla and tobacco. The high density and richness of the wine leaves purplish glycerin trails on the side of the glass.",Giuli,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina Ballarin 2007 Giuli (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2007-giuli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Ballarin ,Red,Italy,"Bright berry fruit is reinforced by oak-driven aromas of spice, vanilla and tobacco. Give this wine a year or two to integrate. The smoothness and thickness of its texture promise to pair with either meatloaf or pasta with ragù sauce.",1930 Una Buona Annata,,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Tenuta La Tenaglia 2007 1930 Una Buona Annata (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-tenaglia-2007-1930-una-buona-annata-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta La Tenaglia 14,Red,Australia,"This firmly built Merlot shows almost Cabernet-like reserve in its tobacco, cherry and cassis shadings that finish woody, warm and firm. At the moment, the copious oak sits atop the fruit, suggesting at least another 2–3 of cellaring prior to full enjoyment.",Whalebone Vineyard,86,89,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,TapaNappa 2006 Whalebone Vineyard Merlot (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapanappa-2006-whalebone-vineyard-merlot-wrattonbully/,Merlot,2006,TapaNappa 14,White,South Africa,"While this Viognier starts off rich and ripe with aromas of stone fruit, soft oaky spice and tropical citrus, the mouth is fresh and zippy with notes of tangerine citrus and apricot. Medium bodied and balanced with a long finish kissed with clove.",,23,89,Coastal Region,,,Spice Route 2008 Viognier (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2008-viognier-coastal-region/,Viognier,2008,Spice Route ,Red,Italy,"Here's a concentrated and bright Barbera d'Asti Superiore with aromas of cherry, tobacco and tea leaf that are delivered in an intense and immediate manner. The wine is soft and velvety in the mouth thanks to the high extraction and despite the natural acidity.",Croutin,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Scrimaglio 2007 Croutin (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scrimaglio-2007-croutin-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Scrimaglio 14,Red,Italy,"This historic estate in Piedmont delivers a clean, simple and youthful Dolcetto (packaged in a very elegant bottle). There's a pretty mix here of mineral aromas as well as black fruit and juicy blueberry. The wine is well concentrated and thick and offers a raw, gritty quality on the tannins.",Vigna Tecc,29,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2008 Vigna Tecc (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2008-vigna-tecc-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2008,Poderi Luigi Einaudi ,Red,Italy,"This thick Barbera from the Monferrato subzone offers great intensity and meaty aromas of cured beef, smoke and roasted nut. There's loads of black fruit here to balance out those dryer tones and the wine is succulent, chewy and bright on the close.",Vigneto della Amorosa,,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,La Scamuzza 2006 Vigneto della Amorosa (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scamuzza-2006-vigneto-della-amorosa-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2006,La Scamuzza 14.6,Red,US,"A little raw around the edges, lacking the sexy lushness you want in a fine Pinot Noir. Mostly that's a function of high acidity and a touch of minty green. Still, it's a delicious, complex wine, with oaky flavors of raspberries, cherries and Asian spices. Probably best now and for the next five years.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Block A,50,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2007 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Block A Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2007-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-block-a-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Rochelle ,Red,Italy,"Here's a slightly more sophisticated and evolved Barbera d'Asti from the 2008 vintage. There are notes of fresh fruit, spice, wet earth and a touch of natural rubber. The wine is exceedingly crisp, clean and polished in the mouth. Very nice, simple and pure.",Vigna dei Mandorli,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Scagliola 2008 Vigna dei Mandorli (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scagliola-2008-vigna-mandorli-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Scagliola 14.5,Red,Italy,"A tiny hint of vanilla and toasted almond surrounds a plump core of bright fruit, black cherry and blueberry. This is a simple, easygoing wine that has an added layer of thickness and concentration that makes it appropriate to serve with meat-filled pasta or lasagna.",Bricco Battista,30,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Giulio Accornero e Figli 2007 Bricco Battista (Barbera del Monferrato Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giulio-accornero-e-figli-2007-bricco-battista-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Giulio Accornero e Figli 14,Red,Italy,"This is a very attractive oak-aged Barbera with aromas of sweet spice, bitter chocolate and loads of bright berry fruit. The wine is compact, clean and thanks to the bright acidity, it leaves your palate polished and fresh.",,19,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Damilano 2008 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2008-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Damilano 14,Red,France,"A period of wood aging has rounded out the fruit in this rich wine. It has a dusty, soft structure, offering sweet juiciness to go with the toast and spice element. The final flavors are of berry acidity.",Prestige,19,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Sernin 2007 Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-sernin-2007-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château Saint-Sernin ,Red,Italy,This Barbera d'Asti Superiore opens with brambly notes of underbrush and wild berry followed by wet earth and smoked ham. Give it two or three years in the bottle and pair this fruit-forward wine with lasagna or meatloaf.,Terre Astesane,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cantina Sociale di Mombercelli Terre Astesane 2007 Terre Astesane (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-mombercelli-terre-astesane-2007-astesane-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cantina Sociale di Mombercelli Terre Astesane 13.5,Red,Italy,"Donna Bruna Barbera d'Asti is a big, bold and modern expression with thick concentration and intense aromas of black cherry and spice. You'll notice tones of plum, prune and sweet cinnamon on the finish.",Donna Bruna,19,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tre Donne 2005 Donna Bruna (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-donne-2005-donna-bruna-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2005,Tre Donne 11.9,White,US,"Crisp acidity and ultraripe fruit make this wine a very good sipper. It's clean and sleek on the palate, with dryish pineapple, kiwi and kumquat flavors that vaguely resemble Chardonnay.",Flood Family Vineyards,14,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2009 Flood Family Vineyards Sylvaner (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2009-flood-family-other-white-sylvaner-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sylvaner,2009,Rancho Sisquoc 5,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a delightfully delicate Moscato d'Asti with foamy fruity notes integrated with balanced acidity and sweetness. This sparkling dessert wine tastes fresh and very floral to the end.,,21,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Mauro Sebaste 2009 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2009-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Mauro Sebaste 14.5,Red,US,"Quite a nice Merlot, and it's even nicer when you see the everyday price. Dry and balanced, it shows rich cherry, red currant and sandalwood flavors, with some bitterness that a juicy char-broiled steak will easily conquer.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2006 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2006-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2006,Maddalena 13.5,Red,Italy,"There are brambly, wild berry or crabapple notes here that are reinforced by the wine's naturally high acidity. This Barbera shows a pretty ruby color with dense thickness and a smooth, berry-filled finish.",La Ribelle,20,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Montalbera 2008 La Ribelle (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montalbera-2008-ribelle-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Montalbera ,Red,Italy,"Light-bodied, crisp and clean, this is a simple interpretation of Barbera that will surely pair with most meat and pasta dishes. The wine is polished, bright and fruity on the close.",Casascarpa,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Antica Casa Vinicola Scarpa 2006 Casascarpa (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-casa-vinicola-scarpa-2006-casascarpa-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Antica Casa Vinicola Scarpa 13.7,Rose,US,"A nice rosé wine, if a little dark in color and full-bodied. It's very dry and crisp and clean, with suggestions of cherries, rose petals, vanilla and cinnamon spice.",Hendry Ranch,13,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2009 Hendry Ranch Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2009-ranch-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2009,Hendry ,Red,US,"Eight vineyards and six grapes go into this table red; in some vintages this hits the mark, as it does here. It has just enough flesh to plump out the blackberry and black cherry fruit; and the tannins are polished, with hints of licorice and coffee.",River's Red,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2008 River's Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2008-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Three Rivers 13,Red,Italy,"Santa Rosalia is the quintessential pizza wine with bright fruit integrity and a touch of piquant spice on the close. The wine is fresh, firm and keeps the palate clean.",Santa Rosalia,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2009 Santa Rosalia (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2009-santa-rosalia-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Mauro Sebaste 14.8,Red,US,"A good wine, not a great one, that shows why Petit Verdot on its own is hard to make into a complete wine, although from a marketing point of view, it has a certain tale to tell. Midnight dark in color, bone dry and big in tannins, it has flavors of blackberries, blueberries and oak.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Petit Verdot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-petit-verdot-petite-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petit Verdot,2007,Steven Kent 14.5,Red,US,"Marked by strong, ripe fruit, this Cab is a bit one-dimensional. It offers waves of blackberries, cherries, raspberries and chocolate, with a rich coating of sweet, smoky oak, and has a soft, melted mouthfeel. Seems at its best now.",Maroon Vineyard,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maroon 2007 Maroon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maroon-2007-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Maroon 13,Red,Italy,"Easy, bright and sweet smelling, this vibrant Dolcetto offers an informal drinking match to home-cooked pasta and light meat dishes. The wine is soft and plush with firm structure.",,17,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pe're Alessandro 2009 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pere-alessandro-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Pe're Alessandro 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy and openly friendly Dolcetto di Dogliani with simple fruit aromas of blueberry and forest fruit. In the mouth, however, the wine is far more expressive thanks to its spicy tones of freshly ground black pepper and Indian spice.",San Luigi,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Pecchenino 2008 San Luigi (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2008-san-luigi-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2008,Pecchenino 13,Red,Italy,"Bright fruit aromas such as wild berry, red apple, white almond and blueberry come to the foreground. This is a still wine but there's a touch of tonic foaminess in the mouth that is followed by a long array of simple fruit nuances.",La Briosa,20,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Montalbera 2008 La Briosa (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montalbera-2008-briosa-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Montalbera ,Rose,France,"Prototypical Provence rosé, hinting at melon and peach but remaining very fresh and minerally at the same time, finishing dry and even a bit dusty, with strong overtones of citrus. Drink now.",,,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Coussin 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coussin-2009-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2009,Château Coussin 13.5,Red,South Africa,"A bright, tasty Shiraz loaded with flavors of chocolate-covered cherry, raspberry compote and integrated sweet spice throughout. Balanced with a medium weight, structured tannins and a juicy plum-infused finish. Approachable now and great for shell steak or lighter game stews.",DMZ,15,87,Stellenbosch,,,DeMorgenzon 2008 DMZ Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demorgenzon-2008-dmz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2008,DeMorgenzon 13,White,New Zealand,"Typical Sauvignon, well executed. Struck flint aromas add an intriguing aspect to this wine, which otherwise delivers melon and fig notes on the midpalate and a zesty, citrusy finish.",,20,87,Marlborough,,,Delta Vineyard 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delta-vineyard-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Delta Vineyard ,Red,Italy,"Brambly notes that recall forest berry and wild blueberry are backed by a very attractive mineral vein that holds this wine's aromas tightly together. This is a crisp, bright Barbera d'Asti with a touch of bitter almond on the close.",La Solista,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Caudrina 2008 La Solista (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caudrina-2008-solista-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Caudrina 12,White,Italy,Cleansing minerality defines this brilliant and luminous Gavi from Northern Italy. It's food-friendly to the core with fresh floral aromas and crisp acidity. Try this beautiful wine with sushi or Mediterranean fish.,La Luciana,14,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Araldica 2008 La Luciana (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araldica-2008-luciana-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2008,Araldica ,Red,US,"Stonetree and Coyote Canyon are the vineyard sources for this rare Washington Primitivo. Briary and brambly, it does not have the cut tobacco character of Italian Primitivo, nor the depth of color and tannin. Some leafy herbal flavors compete with the mixed red fruits.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2008 Primitivo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2008-zinfandel-primitivo-columbia-valley-wa/,Primitivo,2008,Angel Vine 15,Red,US,"This is almost entirely Syrah, done in a high-acid, citrusy style. Flavors are sharply etched and tight—pomegranate, raspberry, baking chocolate and espresso. Straightforward and well-balanced despite its 15% alcohol.",Dark Star,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2006 Dark Star Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2006-dark-star-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Kana 14.1,Red,Chile,"Black cherry and cassis aromas mix with some heat, rubber and harshness on the bouquet. With time it settles into better form, showing rich, bold berry and plum flavors, spice and some heat and scour. Roasted and dark on the finish, and rugged overall.",Casa,13,87,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Casa Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-casa-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2008,Lapostolle 14.8,Red,US,"Sweetly caramelized, smoky oak, with all of its vanilla and wood sap flavors, dominates this wine, although it does have a considerable framework of raspberries and cherries. Feels a bit one-dimensional, but it's a pretty Pinot Noir, from a good address.",,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Rochelle 14.1,Red,US,"Shows the challenges of the 2008 vintage, which was alternately cool, hot and rainy in the North Coast. The wine is very dry and quite acidic. While it shows an elegant structure, it's a bit lacking in richness, and probably is not ageworthy.",Hein Vineyard - Hayley Vineyard,52,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Fulcrum 2008 Hein Vineyard - Hayley Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2008-hein-vineyard-hayley-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fulcrum 14,Red,US,"Dry and very tart in the mouth, with a mouthfeel that remains acidically severe despite rich flavors of cherries, black raspberries and Dr. Pepper cola. There's a nobility of tannins, and Pinot's essential character shows through, but that acidity is pretty strong. Now–2012.",Blue Jay,32,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roessler 2008 Blue Jay Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-blue-jay-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler 13.5,Red,Israel,"Medium weight with aggressive but balanced tannins. Intense notes of black plum, dark berries and purple florals dominate the nose and mouth, while soft accents of menthol and leathery spice add complexity to the finish.",Appellation Old Vines Kosher,24,87,Judean Hills,,,Carmel 2006 Appellation Old Vines Kosher Petite Sirah (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2006-appellation-old-vines-kosher-petite-sirah-judean-hills/,Petite Sirah,2006,Carmel 12.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant and linear with polished mineral tones at the back of black fruit, blueberry and plum, this Dolcetto from Monferrato would pair with mixed Tuscan salumi. The wine is bright and vibrant with an easygoing and informal personality.",,15,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Monferrato,,CarlindePaolo 2008 Dolcetto di Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlindepaolo-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-monferrato/,Dolcetto,2008,CarlindePaolo 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a milky, dark and deeply concentrated Barbera with soapy, floral notes and loads of blueberry and blackberry at the back. The quality of the fruit is sweet and chewy and although there is bright acidity here, the closing note delivers a blast of black cherry. A great value too.",Vobis Tua,11,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantine Volpi 2006 Vobis Tua (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-volpi-2006-vobis-tua-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Cantine Volpi 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Is there anywhere Cameron Hughes isn't selecting or blending wine? This NZ foray is clean and concentrated enough, with white grapefruit flavors and a touch of pineapple. Drink up.",Lot 134,12,87,Marlborough,,,Cameron Hughes 2008 Lot 134 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-lot-134-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Cameron Hughes 13,Red,Italy,Here's a nicely elegant and balanced Dolcetto with fresh fruit layers backed by tight tannins. Try this easy-natured wine with pepperoni pizza or pasta with sausage and tomato sauce.,,19,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,,Bricco Maiolica 2009 Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-maiolica-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Bricco Maiolica ,Red,Italy,There are brambly notes here of forest floor and underbrush backed by enough fresh fruit to keep the wine chewy and fresh in the mouth. You'll also get notes of wet tobacco and wild mushroom that add complexity.,,22,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bricco dei Guazzi 2007 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-guazzi-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Bricco dei Guazzi 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With 14 months in oak, there's some beautiful mocha and clove spice throughout that integrates beautifully with the dark cherry, bramble, licorice and meaty notes on the nose and palate. The texture is creamy and the flavors full, with firm tannins and a good kick of black pepper on the long finish. Could use some time to balance out; try in a year or two.",,14,87,Stellenbosch,,,Brampton 2008 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2008,Brampton 14,White,Chile,"Smoky smelling and toasty, with peach, melon and cider aromas. The body is solid and held together by nice acidity, while the flavors of banana, melon and citrus are sweet but not quite candied in nature. Pretty much your standard, textbook, well-made Chardonnay.",,17,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Arboleda 2008 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2008-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Arboleda 14.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty Barbera del Monferrato offers surprisingly thick concentration and loads of bright fruit intensity. It's an inky, dark wine with bright nuances of cherry and blackberry and although there's a vinous, raw aspect to the bouquet, the mouthfeel is attractively thick and chewy.",,16,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Agricola Sulin 2008 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-sulin-2008-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Agricola Sulin 14.3,White,Australia,"Bright, crisp and fresh, as a 2009 Clare Riesling should be, this is a pretty wine, blooming on the nose with floral notes, apples and citrus fruit. The lime and green apple flavors are zesty on the finish, but not that long or intense. Probably best from now–2014, but could develop interesting nuances beyond that.",,20,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Koonowla 2009 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koonowla-2009-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2009,Koonowla 14.5,Red,US,"Approaches a fine North Coast Bordeaux bottling in the complex blackberry and currant flavors and dryness, but there are problems. Acidity is high and fairly intrusive, and the oak tannins seem to dominate. Work needs to be done, but this Merlot-based blend gets an A for effort.",Barrack Brand,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2006 Barrack Brand Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2006-barrack-brand-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"A good, rich, somewhat rustic blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Syrah, made from the estate vineyard. It's bone dry and tannic, with blackberry tart, blueberry, chocolate and spice flavors. Drink this lusty wine now.",Mountain Cuvée,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2006 Mountain Cuvée Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2006-mountain-cuvee-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Gustafson Family 15,Red,Australia,"Pretty good Merlot, with varietally correct scents of black cherries and mocha leading into flavors of blue and black fruits. It's medium in body, with ample fruit and hints of chocolate and coffee on the finish.",The Ratbag,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2008 The Ratbag Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2008-ratbag-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Merlot,2008,Hugh Hamilton 13,Red,Australia,"Shows a welcome amount of complexity in this price range, with cherry fruit framed by hints of cedar, mint and tobacco. This medium-bodied red leans toward an elegant style, defined by silky tannins and a mouthwatering finish.",Estate Grown,13,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2008 Estate Grown Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2008-grown-merlot-hunter-valley/,Merlot,2008,Hope Estate 13.5,Red,Italy,This is an informal and easygoing Barbera d'Asti that presents an interesting medley of fruit and berry aromas. The style is fresh and clean (you'll taste that characteristic acidity of this grape variety) and would pair well with butter- or cheese-based foods.,La Villa,16,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenuta Olim Bauda 2008 La Villa (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-olim-bauda-2008-villa-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Tenuta Olim Bauda 13,Red,Italy,"This bright Dolcetto from Renato Ratti opens with a dark, inky color and well concentrated fruit aromas of blueberry and cherry. Those big fruit tones are enhanced by the wine's full color and polished finish. Very nice and well priced too.",Colombè,15,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Renato Ratti 2009 Colombè (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2009-colombe-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Renato Ratti 13.5,Red,South Africa,"With a confectioned finish and sweet mocha notes on the nose, this might have seen a little too much wood in its 16 months in new French oak. Lovely notes of small red berries, sous bois and pepper appear in the bouquet, while sanguine notes overpower the soft mouth. Overall, it's easy to drink but a little disjointed.",Solms Hegewisch,40,87,Western Cape,,,Solms-Delta 2006 Solms Hegewisch Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solms-delta-2006-hegewisch-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2006,Solms-Delta 13.5,White,Chile,"An authentic Chilean Sauvignon Blanc with celery and green-bean aromas along with oceanic salty notes. Zesty on the palate and fresh, with snappy citrus and green apple flavors, and then driving on the finish due to bright acids and citric flavors.",Gran Devoción,14,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Maipo 2009 Gran Devoción Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-maipo-2009-gran-devocion-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña Maipo 14.4,Red,US,"The aroma of charred oak dominates this Malbec, while oak tannins rule the palate. The underyling wine is soft and fruity and tannic in itself, with blackberry and currant flavors. Big and hefty, it's a wine to drink with superrich fare, like barbecue or meat stews.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Malbec (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Malbec,2007,Steven Kent 12.5,White,Australia,"Apple, melon and citrus aromas lead the way, rounded out on the palate by some slightly custardy notes of lemon curd. Fresh and citrusy on the finish, and without any oak treatment, this should prove versatile at the table.",Home Vineyards Unoaked,15,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2009 Home Vineyards Unoaked Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2009-home-unoaked-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2009,Tapestry 14.4,Red,US,"A bit too tannic and acidic, with a hard edge that interferes with the palate's enjoyment of the pure, refined raspberry, cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors. A good, distinguished Pinot, but lacks voluptuousness due to the coarseness. Drink now.",,50,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Twomey 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Twomey 14.5,Red,US,"Hard and tough in tannins now, with a dry astringency. It's a good, balanced Cabernet, with very rich blackberry, currant and chocolate flavors, but those gritty tannins are difficult. Give it a few years in the cellar.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,William Hill Estate 12.5,White,Australia,"Starts off tighter and less giving than the regular Mort's Block, only gradually displaying its greater potential longevity. Offers crushed stone and lime notes, medium body and a clean green apple and citrus finish right now, but expect it to develop petrol, honey and toast notes within the next several years; drink now–2017.",Mort's Reserve Watervale,35,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2008 Mort's Reserve Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-morts-reserve-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Kilikanoon 14.1,Red,US,"Made from the Happy Canyon area, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux blend has good blackberry, cherry, currant, cocoa and cedar flavors, and is dry and richly tannic. The main drawback is sharp acidity that would be considered a flaw in most Napa Valley Cabs. Ready now.",Piocho,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2007 Piocho Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2007-piocho-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.1,Red,US,"Good raspberry, cherry, orange tea, Dr. Pepper and Asian spice flavors in this wine, brightened with crisp acidity and wrapped into a silky texture. Seems a bit simple and direct though. Probably best in the next few years. From Hop Kiln.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,HKG 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hkg-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,HKG 14.9,Red,US,"A very good, richly tannic wine that flatters with strong flavors of blackberries, cherries and oak. It may be a little too ripe for its own good, though, as it's pretty jammy. For some reason, the winery lowered the price considerably from the 2005, which was a much better wine.",55% Slope,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hidden Ridge 2006 55% Slope Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-ridge-2006-55-slope-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hidden Ridge 14.2,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and fruity, a good Cabernet to drink now for its intricate cherry, raspberry, milk chocolate, anise, spice and oak flavors. Feels soft and immediately accessible.",Special Reserve,38,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Herzog 2007 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2007-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Herzog ,Red,Italy,This Barbera from the Monferrato area offers more evolved notes of spice and nut along with bright fruit and berry tones. The wine is tonic and tight in the mouth but those berry nuances and bright acidity make it a perfect match to cheese-filled ravioli.,,,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Danilo Spinoglio 2008 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danilo-spinoglio-2008-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Danilo Spinoglio 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Fresh, clean and easy, this is a well made, if somewhat basic, example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Hints of grass and celery leaf accent grapefruit notes. Drink now.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Crossroads 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Crossroads 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a medium-weight, plump example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. The aromas and flavors blend gooseberries and tangerines, ending with a zippy, citrusy tang.",,13,87,Marlborough,,,eco.love 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecolove-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,eco.love 15,Red,Italy,"Vigna San Martino offers warm aromas of wet earth and exotic spice backed by sweet cherry and blackberry preserves. The wine is smooth and velvety with a chewy, sweet finish.",Vigna San Martino,28,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina Roera 2004 Vigna San Martino (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-roera-2004-vigna-san-martino-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Cascina Roera 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a decidedly uncomplicated expression of Dolcetto from vintner Paolo Veglio that plays its fruit and spice cards very well. You'll get tones of blueberry, plum and wild berry, with a touch of cinnamon and clove at the end. The tannic structure is firm enough to contend with creamy cheese.",,16,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cascina Roccalini 2008 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-roccalini-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Cascina Roccalini 13,Red,Italy,"Lively and vibrant with loads of wild berries and black fruit, this is an oak-aged Dolcetto that lives up to the best qualities this native Italian grape can offer. The wine would pair with a long list of Mediterranean and South American foods thanks to its firm tannins and bright finish.",,12,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba Superiore,,Cascina del Monastero 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba-superiore/,Dolcetto,2007,Cascina del Monastero ,Red,Italy,"Here is a plush and elegant Barbera d'Alba with bright fruit tones followed by graphite, a dash of exotic spice and pretty earthy nuances. The wine is bright and fruity in the mouth with cherry and blackberry on the close.",Granera Alta,20,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina Chicco 2008 Granera Alta (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-2008-granera-alta-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Cascina Chicco ,Red,US,"This will now be a regular offering from Patit Creek. It has black cherry fruit, laced with iron filings and light streaks of tobacco and coffee. The high pH and low acidity adds some chalkiness to the finish, and suggests that this is best drunk up in the near term.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Patit Creek Cellars 2008 Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Patit Creek Cellars 11.5,White,France,"A full style of Sauvignon Blanc, offering white fruits as well as herbaceous citrus and gooseberry flavors. It is pure, clean, with the brightest acidity, finishing with a touch of almonds.",,12,87,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2008-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine du Tariquet 11.5,White,France,"A soft style of Sauvignon, hinting at tropical fruit, but guarding its fresh, green, herbaceous character. The wine is ultrafresh and with its texture of fruit skins is a likely wine for food. Screwcap.",Lalande Sauvignon,12,87,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2008 Lalande Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2008-lalande-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine du Tariquet 13.5,White,US,"Made in a food-friendly fashion, this Chard is dry, acidic and minerally. It was obviously picked at lower ripeness, but still shows a warm core of pineapples and green apples. Quite a nice wine for Chardonnay fans to drink with roasted chicken, fleshy fish, or even a white meat such as pork.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Baron Herzog 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Baron Herzog ,Red,Italy,"The oak influence here is obvious and does cover some of the natural fruity brightness that is inherent to the Barbera grape. Vanilla, spice and moist tobacco come to light and will hopefully become integrated with two or three more years of bottle aging.",50 Vendemmie,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantina di Nizza 2007 50 Vendemmie (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-nizza-2007-50-vendemmie-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cantina di Nizza 14,Red,Italy,"This Dolcetto from the Vantrino Albarella vineyard offers a simple and easy approach, laced with plush fruit and natural richness as it makes its way down the palate. Try it with fried zucchini flowers.",Vigneto Vantrino Albarella,,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Andrea Oberto 2008 Vigneto Vantrino Albarella (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2008-vigneto-vantrino-albarella-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Andrea Oberto 13,White,New Zealand,"A hint of stuck flint adds a touch of complexity, but this is basically a simple, fruity Sauvignon, imbued with ample passion fruit flavor. A hint of green herbs comes in on the finish.",,14,87,Marlborough,,,3 Stones 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-stones-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,3 Stones 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an exceedingly friendly and approachable Barbera d'Asti Superiore with compact and clean aromas of mineral, tart fruit, hazelnuts and wild mushroom. The mouthfeel is fresh and there's a touch of sweetness here that offsets the sharpness of the natural acidity.",Martinette,14,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Alfonso Boeri 2007 Martinette (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfonso-boeri-2007-martinette-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Alfonso Boeri 14,Red,US,"A good, ripely extracted Cabernet, and while it's a little one-dimensional, it has enough heft to accompany a good steak. Shows tannic flavors of blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate. Drink now.",Alexander School Reserve,40,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2006 Alexander School Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2006-school-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Alexander Valley Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of tree bark, vanilla and herbs mix with peppery red fruit scents, while the palate is comfortable and herbal, with plum and dry oak notes. Peppery on the finish, and overall this is a nice but standard Chilean Cabernet that should strike most as being familiar.",Reserva Maitén Single Vineyard,13,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Agustinos 2007 Reserva Maitén Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2007-reserva-maiten-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Agustinos ,Red,US,"This is a rather light, surprisingly delicate take on Petite Sirah, with pretty aromas of violets and spice. When first poured it seems shut down; it opens slowly but has a bit of a hole in the middle, before moving into a tannic finish with dark chocolate and licorice.",Wahluke Slope Vineyard,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Arbor Crest 2007 Wahluke Slope Vineyard Petite Sirah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2007-wahluke-slope-vineyard-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Petite Sirah,2007,Arbor Crest ,Red,US,"Angel Vine (formerly Three Angels) now offers three single vineyard Zins as well as this blend, with includes Primitivo and Petite Sirah. Sweet, briary fruit, with a pleasing brambly character, runs through the mouth leaving a chocolaty trail. There is just a hint of leather and funk.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2008 Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2008-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2008,Angel Vine ,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and plush Barbera d'Asti with a vibrant ruby color and smoke or spice notes that follow through to the palate. The wine offers bright acidity and a smooth, silky delivery.",Al Caso,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantina Alice Bel Colle 2008 Al Caso (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-alice-bel-colle-2008-al-caso-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Cantina Alice Bel Colle 13.5,Rose,France,"The entry-level wine from Sacha Lichine's Château d'Esclans. It is soft, broad, with more caramel and spice than fruit. It is definitely a food, not an apéritif, wine.",Whispering Angel,20,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2009 Whispering Angel Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2009-whispering-angel-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château d'Esclans 13,Red,Italy,"Rossana makes an ideal match to pizza or pasta with fresh tomato, a clove of garlic and chopped basil. The berry tones are bright and compact and there are light but polished tannins on the close. This lively wine is widely available in the United States.",Rossana,25,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ceretto 2008 Rossana (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2008-rossana-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Ceretto 14,Red,Italy,"This bright wine opens with sweet tones of cherry, chocolate and a touch of cinnamon spice. That characteristic Barbera acidity kicks in at the end and the wine offers smooth richness and plenty of fruit in the mouth.",Quattro Fratelli,14,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Boroli 2007 Quattro Fratelli (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boroli-2007-quattro-fratelli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Boroli 15.9,Red,US,"Throw some steaks on the barbie, or shrimp wrapped in bacon, or almost anything grillable, and then enjoy it with this soft, lush wine. Sure, it's high in alcohol, almost Porty, but that's the price of hitting the sweet spot of fruit and chocolate.",,34,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Calcareous ,Red,Italy,"Here's a simpatico Barbera from Monferrato with bright berry and cherry notes followed by a slightly thicker, more substantial texture. You'll get drying tannins and bright acidity that keeps the palate polished and clean.",,24,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Bricco dei Guazzi 2007 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-guazzi-2007-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2007,Bricco dei Guazzi 14,Red,Italy,"Vintner Romano Marengo has crafted a bright Barbera d'Alba with a simple approach that is generously rich in fruit. There's sharp, evident acidity here with polished tannins and a bright finish. Pair it with ravioli stuffed with fresh ricotta cheese.",La Gamberaja,35,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ca'Romè 2007 La Gamberaja (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-2007-gamberaja-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Ca'Romè ,Red,US,"Nice mix of berry, chocolate and spicy herb flavors, with good persistence. The excellent fruit sources yield an easy-drinking red blend that stays light and fruity from midpalate on through.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2007 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Waterbrook 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a genuine but simple interpretation of Barbera d'Asti Superiore with fresh fruit layers and vibrant tones of cherry, cranberry and pomegranate. This easy-pairing food wine boasts cleansing acidity, medium density and a polished finish.",I Tre Vescovi,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2007 I Tre Vescovi (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2007-i-tre-vescovi-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra ,Red,Italy,"There's a raw, vinous quality to this wine that is made even more apparent thanks to the enormous thickness and extraction of its mouthfeel. You almost smell the winery here and get a good whiff of the freshness and overall maturity of the fruit. Its texture is extra chewy and plush.",Asia,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,I Quaranta 2007 Asia (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-quaranta-2007-asia-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,I Quaranta 13.5,Red,US,"Not showing all that well now, with cola, currant, plum and oak flavors that are a little jammy and direct, and marked by dry tannins. It's a good, well-structured wine, though, and could just be going through an awkward phase.",Estate,50,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Iron Horse 13.8,White,US,"A very good Sauvignon Blanc, crisp in cool-climate acidity and clean in the mouth, with a scour of minerals. It's also very fruity, showing flashy flavors of tangerines, pineapples and peaches. Delicious as a cocktail sipper.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fritz 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a nicely clean and compact Barbera d'Asti with pretty, albeit simple, aromas of wild fruit, pomegranate juice and fresh blueberries. You'll enjoy the aromatic purity of this wine—which shows little sign of interference in the winery—and the overall crispness of the fruit.",Fiulot,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Prunotto 2008 Fiulot (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2008-fiulot-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Prunotto 14,Red,Australia,"Plummy and cedary upfront, this is a somewhat blocky, extracted Cabernet Sauvignon that currently doesn't show much subtlety or finesse. What it does have is bold cassis fruit, plenty of intensity and a sturdy character that would pair nicely with grilled steak.",,37,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pearson Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pearson-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Pearson Vineyards 13,Red,Italy,"If you are new to Barbera, Le Orme makes for a perfect introduction to this popular native grape of Northern Italy. This expression focuses on bright fruit tones with cherry and blueberry nuances. Try it with a pizza Margherita topped with fresh mozzarella and basil.",Le Orme,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Michele Chiarlo 2007 Le Orme (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2007-le-orme-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Michele Chiarlo 12.5,White,Italy,"Mauro Sebaste delivers an exceptionally clean and compact Roero Arneis with a very defined mineral note and clean tones of kiwi, grapefruit and citrus blossom. The feel it imparts in the mouth is one of crispness and consistency.",,21,87,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Mauro Sebaste 2009 Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2009-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2009,Mauro Sebaste 14.5,Red,Chile,"Leather, horse hide, spice, smoked meat and rich berry fruit aromas make for a thick, chunky bouquet. The palate brings full, grating tannins and mouthfilling extract as well as flavors of roasted berry and integrated spice. Herbal and oaky on the finish, with bacon fat as an aftertaste.",,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,MontGras 13.5,Rose,Chile,"Magenta in color and spritzy, with aromas of chunky red plum, cherry and citrus. There's nothing off or stinky here, but for some reason it seems a little heavier and less precise than it has been. Look for pink grapefruit, brine and berry flavors and then a long, almost hot finish.",Cherub Rosé of Syrah,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Cherub Rosé of Syrah Rosé (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-cherub-rose-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Rosé,2009,Montes 13,White,New Zealand,"A medium-bodied, well rounded Sauvignon Blanc, this is tropical and citrusy, with passion fruit leading the way and not too much herbaceousness. It's easy to drink, finishing with hints of ripe stone fruits.",,13,87,Marlborough,,,Mohua 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mohua-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mohua 13,Red,Italy,"Wild berries, blueberries and some natural rubber come to the forefront of this bright, young Dolcetto. In the mouth, it offers cooling fruit flavors with a hint of firmness in the form of polished tannins.",,20,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2009 Dolcetto di Dogliani,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2009,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 13,Red,Chile,"If you don't mind a bit of herbal character, this is a nice, easy drinking Syrah with raspberry and cherry aromas and timidity as opposed to a forceful attack. Zesty berry fruit rules the palate, which finishes in round, roasted form. Nice but sort of generic.",,8,87,Rapel Valley,,,Rayun 2008 Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rayun-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2008,Rayun 13.5,White,South Africa,So fresh and inviting with lovely sweet pea and grass florals alongside soft notes of ripe nectarine and melon. The prickly mouth is loaded with orange oil citrus and a hint of banana unfolds on the long finish. A very clean and satisfying hand-picked Chenin Blanc that's a versatile wine for food pairing.,Original Unwooded,13,87,Coastal Region,,,Raats Family 2009 Original Unwooded Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raats-family-2009-original-unwooded-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Raats Family 14.2,Red,US,"A good Pinot Noir, dry and elegantly structured, with flavors of cherries, currants and oak. Turns a bit sharp as you taste, with a bite of acidity. Will foil well against a juicy steak. The grapes were organically certified.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Carneros 14.9,White,US,"A nicely drinkable Chardonnay marked by vigorous acidity and creamy-smooth flavors of pineapple tart, Key lime pie and lemongrass. Good as an inexpensive alternative to coastal bottlings that cost far more.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom 2008 Chardonnay (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-2008-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Chatom 13.5,Rose,France,"From one of the top estates in Provence, this is a rich wine, packed with fruits. It has a layer of spice and caramel, and an edge of fennel and herbs. For food.",Cuvée Tradition,17,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Gavoty 2009 Cuvée Tradition Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gavoty-2009-cuvee-tradition-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Gavoty 14.5,Red,Australia,"Despite the reasonable price tag, this is a very good bottle of Cabernet, the kind that should be poured by the glass at your local steakhouse. The mixed berry and cedar flavors are easy to like, and it has enough crisp acidity and silky tannin to stand up to rare beef without being overly heavy or rich.",Deen De Bortoli Vat 9,13,87,Australia Other,Australia,,De Bortoli 2008 Deen De Bortoli Vat 9 Cabernet Sauvignon (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-deen-de-vat-9-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,De Bortoli 13.9,White,US,"Could be drier and more minerally, because the lemongrass, gooseberry and wildflower flavors finish jammy-sweet. But ultracrisp acidity helps to balance, and the ultimate impact of this wine is mouth-cleansing and steely.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Twomey 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Twomey 13,Red,Italy,There's a certain elegance to this Dolcetto that distinguishes it in a crowd. The fruit element is bright and strong and the wine shows generous layers of raspberry and cherry on the close.,Monte Aribaldo,20,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2008 Monte Aribaldo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2008-monte-aribaldo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14.2,Red,US,"Grown at a high altitude above Alexander Valley, this Merlot shows dense, hard mountain tannins that lock it down in astringency. The question with such wines always is, will it age? In this case, despite a rich core of cherries and blackberries, it's doubtful. The wine is so unusually tough that the tannins seem likely to outlive the fruit.",Lost Pine,65,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2007 Lost Pine Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2007-lost-pine-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2007,Stonestreet 13.5,White,Australia,"Melon and pineapple fruit flavors offer something a little different from other white varieties, and while the wine is full and round in the mouth, it remains focused on the finish, a touch of honey balanced by citrusy notes. Drink now.",,14,87,South Australia,Adelaide,,Shoofly 2008 Viognier (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoofly-2008-viognier-adelaide/,Viognier,2008,Shoofly 13.5,Red,France,"A tank-aged wine made from the estate's younger wines, with fresh acidity and sweet berry fruits. It has a soft structure, offering freshness to go with the dusty tannins.",Les Escures,17,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Mas del Périé 2007 Les Escures Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-perie-2007-escures-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Mas del Périé 14.5,White,US,"Here's a bone-dry, crisply acidic and ultraclean Sauvignon Blanc. Its lemongrass, lime and grapefruit flavors are savory and bright, and accented with a cold streak of stony minerals.",J.D. Hurley,20,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Martin Ranch 2009 J.D. Hurley Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2009-jd-hurley-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Martin Ranch 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Pretty standard Savvie, but well executed, with grapefruit and nettles on the nose and touches of nectarine and capsicum (bell pepper) on the palate.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Ketu Bay 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ketu-bay-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ketu Bay ,Red,Italy,"Here's a full and generous Barbera with ripe aromas of blackberry fruit, plum and jammy raspberry. This is a plump, soft style of wine from Piedmont with thick extraction and a chewy, dense feel.",GB,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,La Ballerina 2007 GB (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballerina-2007-gb-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,La Ballerina 14.7,White,US,"A lovely, everyday drinking Sauvignon Blanc. It's zesty in acidity, with mouth-cleansing flavors of lemons, limes and oranges. Finishes a little sweet, but not too much. A delight for late afternoon cocktails with little munchies, like puff pastry mushrooms.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Maddalena 14,Red,Italy,This bright Barbera combines fresh and crisp fruit notes with spicy tones of old leather and dried tobacco leaf. The wine is sharp and thin in the mouth with loads of bright berry fruit on the close.,Bricco Preje,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Poderi dei Bricchi Astigiani 2006 Bricco Preje (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-bricchi-astigiani-2006-bricco-preje-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2006,Poderi dei Bricchi Astigiani 13,Red,Italy,Here's a fresh and zippy Barbera d'Asti aged only in stainless steel with pristine notes of fresh berry fruit and cooling acidity to match. It's an easy red wine with a simple but genuine flavor profile that would pair with home-cooked pasta.,Lavignone,13,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Pico Maccario 2008 Lavignone (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2008-lavignone-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Pico Maccario 13.5,White,Australia,"Easy to drink yet a bit interesting as well, this is a top-notch Chardonnay bargain. Features hazelnut and melon on the nose, then adds pineapple and vanilla to the mix on the palate before ending with a hint of white pepper. Drink now.",,8,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2009 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2009-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Oxford Landing 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This wine features a unique combination of stone fruit, citrus and chili pepper, making it a treat to pair with piquant dishes like ceviche. It's medium-bodied, but with plenty of freshness and zest on the finish.",Spinyback,17,87,Nelson,,,Waimea 2009 Spinyback Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waimea-2009-spinyback-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Waimea 13.5,Red,Italy,This Barbera d'Asti boasts a distinctive aromatic profile with elements of dried herbs and thyme surrounded by fresh berry fruit and warmer hues of smoked meat and wet earth. This is a down-to-earth but genuine expression with a bright finale and long fruit flavors.,La Gena,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,La Gironda di Galandrino 2007 La Gena (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gironda-galandrino-2007-gena-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,La Gironda di Galandrino 12.5,White,US,"Likeable for its extreme dryness and crisp acidity, and the way the citrus fruits and minerals tickle the palate and prepare it for food. It's a great cocktail wine, with lime, Meyer lemon, white peach and floral flavors.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2008-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14.2,Red,US,"Tannins and acids make for a hard, resistant mouthfeel on this three-year-old Merlot. But the flavors are very rich, suggesting black and red cherries, red currants, violets and milk chocolate. Drink it with a well-marbled steak to break through the astringency.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,William Hill Estate 13,Red,Italy,"This expression of Dolcetto is packed tight with loads of bright berry and black fruit aromas, but also has a polished mineral vein at the core. This is a lively, cheerful wine with good intensity, sour cherry flavors and firm tannins. Drink now.",Madonna di Como,17,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Marchesi di Barolo 2008 Madonna di Como (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2008-madonna-como-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Marchesi di Barolo 13.5,White,US,"Rich in oaky, fruity flavor, this wine satisfies with pineapples and other citrus fruits, buttered cinnamon toast and vanilla. It's pretty direct, but the price is right for a clean, crisp Chard made in the popular style.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Kenwood 14.5,White,South Africa,"Beautiful mineral aromas unfold on the nose with accents of bay leaves and stone fruit shining through. The mouth is round but not overdone or flabby, with tangerine citrus keeping the rich flavors in check. A great bistro wine to pair well with lighter lunchtime fare such as salads and panini. Drink now.",Café Juno,9,87,Western Cape,,,Juno 2009 Café Juno Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2009-cafe-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Juno 13.5,Red,Chile,"A nice, simple everyday Cabernet is what this is. The nose is sweet and smooth, with slightly candied red fruit aromas. There's some snap and good vibrations on the palate along with flavors of raspberry and red currant. Simple, clean and balanced.",Estate Selection,11,87,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2009 Estate Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2009-estate-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Aresti 14.6,Red,US,"This is a lush, soft and frankly delicious Pinot Noir that delivers far more quality than most Pinots under $20. It's dry and silky, with flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola, vanilla and spices, and a sweet vanilla veneer of oak.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elizabeth Rose 2008 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elizabeth-rose-2008-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Elizabeth Rose 13,White,New Zealand,"Made in a round, soft style, this is an atypically mouthfilling Sauvignon filled with notes of nectarines, honey and ripe citrus. It's a summer crowd-pleaser for the beach crowd.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Harbor Town 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harbor-town-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Harbor Town 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Gunn Estate's 2009 is on the green side of things, offering hints of asparagus on the nose before balancing those out nicely with white grapefruit flavors. Despite the herbal overtones, it actually seems richly weighty on the palate before turning citrusy on the finish.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Gunn Estate 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunn-estate-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Gunn Estate ,Red,Italy,"Although this is a young Barbera—from the 2008 vintage—the wine already shows signs of aging. The color is ruby bordering on garnet and the nose is characterized by mature berry, wet earth, bramble and a touch of black truffle.",La Trincherina,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,F.lli Trinchero 2008 La Trincherina (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flli-trinchero-2008-trincherina-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,F.lli Trinchero 12.5,White,Italy,"This vibrant Roero Arneis from Northern Italy offers a very floral bouquet with layers of citrus blossom, melon and peach. There's a slightly sweet note in the mouth matched by some natural creaminess.",,16,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Giacosa Fratelli 2009 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2009-italian-white-arneis-roero/,Arneis,2009,Giacosa Fratelli 14,White,US,"Very tightly wound in high acidity and even some tannins, with austere, aloof citrus flavors. There's not a lot of appeal to this wine now, except a certain dry, yeasty elegance. It's like a sparkling blanc de blancs without the bubbles.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ghostwriter 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghostwriter-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Ghostwriter 15,Red,Australia,"At 15% alcohol, it does show a trace of warmth on the finish, but this is a full-bodied, richly textured wine of great appeal. Cassis fruit dominates, with hints of cherry, camphor and asphalt adding nuance. Best from 2012–2018.",Ad Lib Mix Master,17,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Larry Cherubino 2008 Ad Lib Mix Master Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larry-cherubino-2008-ad-lib-mix-master-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Larry Cherubino ,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and sweet-smelling Barbera d'Alba with cherry and cassis nuances followed by cinnamon, vanilla and spice. It offers a smooth, silky texture and this winemaker has done a very good job of taming Barbera's sometimes aggressive acidity.",Suri,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Fratelli Casetta 2007 Suri (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2007-suri-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Fratelli Casetta 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A simple, fruity wine that features ample pink grapefruit and gooseberry aromas and flavors, this is a bit of a one-trick pony, but it delivers those bold fruit flavors with authority. Drink up.",Cellar Selection,13,87,Marlborough,,,Sileni 2009 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2009-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sileni ,Red,Italy,"Ripe notes of raspberry and strawberry come to the forefront and are followed by spice, bramble and distant mineral tones. The wine is chewy, bright and polished and there's a nice finale that sees both bitter almond and chocolate.",Bricco Crea,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenuta La Tenaglia 2007 Bricco Crea (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-tenaglia-2007-bricco-crea-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta La Tenaglia ,Red,Italy,"Coffee and leather notes appear in front of wild berry, cranberry and tart raspberry. Warm earth notes fill the mouth and are pushed over the palate thanks to the wine's natural acidity.",,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantina Sociale di Mombercelli Terre Astesane 2008 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-mombercelli-terre-astesane-2008-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Cantina Sociale di Mombercelli Terre Astesane 13.4,Red,US,"A good, polished Pinot for drinking now. It's brisk in acidity and has a hint of green mint, but the raspberry, cherry and cedar flavors are delicious.",,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Twomey 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Twomey 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the coolness of the vintage with a tartly acidic mouthfeel that gives the cherry and raspberry flavors a sour candy feel. Other flavors include mint and a pleasantly sweet touch of butterscotch from oak. Other than the sharpness, this is a pretty nice Pinot.",Gap's Crown,46,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roessler 2008 Gap's Crown Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2008-gaps-crown-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roessler ,Red,US,"This 100% Sangiovese has interesting aromatics, with a pine ester high note over the light strawberry-scented fruit. There is an earthy underpinning; overall a pleasant quaffer with a bit more heft than the winery's other reds.",,21,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stella Fino 2007 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-fino-2007-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,Stella Fino 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A balanced, well-structured wine, and a superb value. Cassis, black plum guts and anise are supported by soft sweet spice and leather fleshing out the nose and mouth, with lingering dusty tannins leaving you begging for more. Ready to drink now; pair with flank steak fajitas.",Cape Maidens Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz-Merlot,10,87,Western Cape,,,Juno 2008 Cape Maidens Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz-Merlot Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2008-cape-maidens-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-merlot-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2008,Juno 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a tropical-scented offering from New Zealand's first carbon-neutral winery. Pineapple and grapefruit flavors dominate the palate, with hints of jicama and jalapeño on the finish.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Grove Mill 12.5,Rose,France,"Owned by the Sumeire family (like Château Maupague), this is fresh, brisk and crisp. And it shows a more serious side, with spice and cherry flavors coming through a tight apple skin texture.",,25,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château l'Afrique 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafrique-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château l'Afrique ,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh, simple Barbera with a tiny touch of toasted almond that gives it slightly more complexity and intensity. The mouthfeel is lean and light with a short but satisfying finish.",La Monella,,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Braida di Giacomo Bologna 2008 La Monella (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braida-giacomo-bologna-2008-monella-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Braida di Giacomo Bologna 14,Red,Chile,"A little soapy on the nose, with air freshener, cherry candy and soft berry aromas. The palate follows what the nose offers with richness and soft tannins along with blackberry and blueberry flavors. Not very spicy for a Syrah; it's more of a baked, toasty, generic red wine that tastes good but isn't complex or varietal in nature.",,19,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2008 Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Arboleda 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is on the ripe side of the Sauvignon spectrum, with scents of honey and marmalade on the nose and flavors of ripe citrus, touches of stone fruit and hints of currant on the palate. It's simply fruit-driven, but satisfying nonetheless. Drink now.",,14,87,Marlborough,,,Martin's Rake 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martins-rake-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Martin's Rake 13,White,New Zealand,"One of NZ's first Sauvignon producers has turned out a commendable wine in 2009, offering classic grassy-herbal aromas and expressive pineapple and herb flavors. It's crisply focused and tight, just falling off a little on the finish. Drink now.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Matua Valley 14,Red,Italy,"Liquid smoke and toasted elements of roasted hazelnut and cured meat dominate the nose of this modern Barbera d'Alba. There is power and high alcohol here too, coupled by the wine's naturally high acidity that is a bit strong on the palate. Pair this wine with very cheesey foods.",Bric Quercia,22,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tenuta Carretta 2007 Bric Quercia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-carretta-2007-bric-quercia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Tenuta Carretta 10.5,White,France,"The Grassa family's original blend is still a delicious, light wine. Its fresh bright citrus acidity combines with an apple skin structure to give a great apéritif and shellfish wine. Screwcap.",Classic,9,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2009 Classic Ugni Blanc-Colombard (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2009-classic-white-blend-ugni-blanc-colombard-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Ugni Blanc-Colombard,2009,Domaine du Tariquet 13.5,Red,France,"Part of a range of young wines produced by Mas del Perié. This is bright and fruity, relying on black berry fruits, soft tannins and a vivid juicy character. The dusty tannins supply a light amount of structure.",Le Chemin,19,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Lannac Saint-Jean 2009 Le Chemin Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lannac-saint-jean-2009-le-chemin-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Lannac Saint-Jean ,Red,US,"Not quite as good as the 2007 Les Collines from this producer, but perhaps it just needs more bottle age. Light spritz and flavors of berry punch, along with not-yet-integrated barrel toast. Give it another year to fill out.",Les Collines Vineyard,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2008 Les Collines Vineyard Zinfandel (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2008-collines-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Zinfandel,2008,Angel Vine 13.5,Red,Chile,"By no means sophisticated or complex, but if you want a ripe, lush, creamy wine with a ton of sweetness, black fruit and good balance, 120 Syrah makes the grade. The palate is smooth and lactic, with creamy blackberry, brown sugar and soft tannins. Rich and pure as they come for under $10.",120,8,86,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 120 Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-120-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2008,Santa Rita 14,White,New Zealand,"Full-bodied and slightly viscous, this has the ample weight of Viognier on display, but lacks the variety's signature floral-spicy perfume. Instead there's melon and tangerine in a likeable if slightly neutral wine.",Heart of Gold,20,86,Gisborne,,,Spade Oak 2007 Heart of Gold Viognier (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spade-oak-2007-heart-gold-viognier-gisborne/,Viognier,2007,Spade Oak 14,Red,South Africa,"This Cabernet-based blend is loaded with intense aromas of black currant leaf, briary forest, black cherry and tobacco leaves. Solidly structured with moderate tannins and medium weight, the palate is juicy and satisfying with blackberries and plum skins leading through to the coffee-infused finish.",Roodeberg,14,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2008 Roodeberg Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2008-roodeberg-red-western-cape/,Cabernet Blend,2008,KWV ,Red,US,"Included in the blend are both Barbera and Sangiovese, tasting like fruit from very young vines, with light and simple red fruit flavors, lots of acidity and a quick fade.",Rosso,,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stella Fino 2007 Rosso Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-fino-2007-rosso-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Stella Fino 13.5,White,US,"The winery tells us this is a blend of Loire and Rhône varieties. It's crisp in the attack and followup, then shows its ripe fruit wit jammy apricots and citrus fruits. The finish is rather sweet.",Summation,17,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Summation White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-summation-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Kendall-Jackson ,Red,US,"Given its late release, this has been in bottle for quite awhile, and is soft and already heading into midlife. The light cherry fruit is drying out, like fruit leather, and the relatively high (14.5%) alcohol starting to take over. Drink up.",Desert Wind Vineyard,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Duck Pond 2005 Desert Wind Vineyard Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2005-desert-wind-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2005,Duck Pond 12.9,Red,Australia,"Renowned for its restraint and fine-ness, Mount Mary is an icon of Australian wine, and one that seems to perplex many American critics, including this one. Medium-bodied cherry fruit is tinged with vanilla and herb in this offering, which comes across as rather straightforward.",Quintet,125,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Mount Mary 2006 Quintet Red (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-mary-2006-quintet-red-yarra-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Mount Mary 12,White,Australia,"Slightly chunky in texture, this value-priced Pinot Grigio offers up a mouthful of pulpy apple and pear fruit, but not a lot of nuance or sophistication. Fine as a weeknight apéritif or alongside grilled chicken.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Oxford Landing 2009 Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Oxford Landing 13.5,Red,Italy,"Signed by winemaker Antonio Deltetto, this expression of Barbera shows aged aromas of dried fruit, dusty earth, wild mushroom and cured or smoked meat. It is polished and streamlined and would pair with cooked prunes wrapped in thinly sliced prosciutto.",Trifola,,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Oriel 2004 Trifola (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2004-trifola-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2004,Oriel 14.4,White,US,"This is a good, dry and racy Chardonnay. It's not rich or particularly fruity, but it is elegant, with mineral-infused suggestions of citrus fruits brightened with a bite of acidity.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Of The Place 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/place-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Of The Place 13,White,New Zealand,"A consistent performer from year to year, Villa Maria's 2009 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc hints at asparagus, which kept my enthusiasm a little more limited than in the past. But there's ample grapefruit and bright Green Gage plum on the finish.",Private Bin,16,87,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2009 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2009-private-bin-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Villa Maria 14.5,White,US,"An interesting white wine, with crisp acidity and dry flavors of apricots, tangerines, peaches, lemons, limes and white flowers. If you can't tell what variety it is, that's because it's a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Viognier.",Champ des Fleurs,26,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2009 Champ des Fleurs White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2009-champ-fleurs-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2009,Venge 13.9,Red,Chile,"Opens with heavy aromas of earth, compost and baked fruit. The palate has a corresponding heaviness and sweet, roasted, buttery black-fruit flavors. Sticky and oaky on the finish, with lasting sweetness and some bitterness. Chunky and clunky, but not a bad wine.",Columbine Special Reserve,15,85,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2009 Columbine Special Reserve Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2009-columbine-special-reserve-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,William Cole 13.5,White,US,"A bit on the sugary sweet side, but otherwise this is a nice cocktail sipper. Shows good acidity coupled with pineapple, Meyer lemon, lime, green apple and spice flavors. Would score much higher if it were drier.",Redwood Ranch,20,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 2009 Redwood Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2009-redwood-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Field Stone 13,Red,Italy,"Here is a light and thin expression of Dolcetto with a bright fruit personality and loads of berry intensity. Try it with cold cuts, salami or slices of pizza.",San Cristoforo,18,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Prinsi 2008 San Cristoforo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinsi-2008-san-cristoforo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Prinsi 7.5,Dessert,Italy,"Friendly, easy-going and irresistibly cheerful, this light and luminous Asti delivers delicately fragrant tones of white flower, peach flower and honeysuckle. The mouthfeel is characterized by creamy foam and there's a nice touch of piquant white pepper on the close.",,,85,Piedmont,Asti,,Gancia NV Sparkling (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-nv-sparkling-asti/,Sparkling Blend,,Gancia 9.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here is a sweet and fragrant dessert wine with aromas of white flower, honey and stone fruit accented by a slightly drying mineral characteristic. Firm, tonic effervescence keeps the palate refreshed even when paired with whipped cream or creamy fruit desserts.",Grand Reale,10,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Gancia NV Grand Reale White (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-nv-grand-reale-white-piedmont/,White Blend,,Gancia 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Understated grapefruit and herbal aromas lead the way, framing peach and melon flavors. Round and soft on the palate, then turning a bit chalky on the finish. Drink now.",,14,85,Marlborough,,,Jules Taylor 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jules-taylor-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Jules Taylor 13.5,White,US,"Made in a popular style of crisply acidic, clean and slightly sweet flavor, with plenty of orange, pineapple, green apple and apricot fruit, this is a fine drink-me-now wine. It's good as a cocktail sipper, or with everything from Asian food to fried chicken.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2009 Pinot Gris (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-county/,Pinot Gris,2009,Kenwood 13,White,Australia,"This is mainly Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, with 25% Chardonnay and 9% Pinot Gris to round out the midpalate. Apple and citrus flavors dominate, and there is a certain plumpness to the wine but it retains its essentially citrusy character throughout.",Tilly's Vineyard,,85,South Australia,Barossa-Adelaide Hills,,Henschke 2008 Tilly's Vineyard White (Barossa-Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2008-tillys-vineyard-white-barossa-adelaide-hills/,White Blend,2008,Henschke 14,White,Chile,"Plump, sweet and tropical on the nose, but also not that focused or powerful. The palate is flat in feel and a bit sticky, with vague, candied flavors of papaya and melon. There's even an Animal Cracker quality to the finish. Good but not great.",Novas Limited Selection,17,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2008 Novas Limited Selection Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2008-novas-limited-selection-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Emiliana 14.7,Red,US,"Very dry and tannicly tart, with blackberry, currant and pepper flavors touched with oak. This is a good, everyday wine to drink with rich meat dishes and cheeses.",Steinbeck Vineyard,21,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2007 Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2007-steinbeck-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Eberle 11.5,White,Italy,"Here's a luminous and crystalline white wine in a screwcap bottle with linear and direct aromas of white mineral, kiwi and pear. The mouthfeel is crisp and compact and this easygoing white would drink well with fish, summer foods and salads.",,10,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Castelvero 2008 Cortese (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelvero-2008-italian-white-cortese-piedmont/,Cortese,2008,Castelvero 13.5,Red,Chile,"Forceful on the nose, with herbal, saucy, rubbery aromas. It's weighty in the mouth, with blackberry, herbal tomato and dry spice flavors. Feels pretty good on the finish, which comes with a lasting herbal accent. A little grating but solid enough.",Reserva,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2008 Reserva Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2008-reserva-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2008,Veramonte ,Rose,France,"Plump yet sleek, with slightly tarry, rubbery notes that only slowly fade to reveal a medium-bodied dry rosé. Turns minerally on the finish.",,,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château du Galoupet 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-galoupet-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château du Galoupet 14.6,Red,US,"Light in color and tart in acidity, but with ultralight tannins, this pleasant sipper has flavors of spicy cherry pie filling and Dr. Pepper cola. It's a dry wine somewhat like a simple Pinot Noir. Drink now with barbecue.",Karma Vineyard,27,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cantara 2008 Karma Vineyard Sangiovese (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantara-2008-karma-vineyard-sangiovese-central-valley-lodi/,Sangiovese,2008,Cantara 13.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit too pungent and sweaty to score higher, with pronounced and aggressive nettley aromas and flavors. It's round in the mouth, finishing herbal and green. Some will no doubt praise it for these same qualities.",Reserve,17,85,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2009 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2009-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brancott 5.5,White,Israel,"Here's an excellent Kosher option for an apéritif or dessert wine, with lovely characteristics of peach preserves, fresh lychee, ripe apricot, rose florals and sweet tangerine citrus. Effervescent and lively on the palate with a clean but lingering finish. Drink up!",Moscato di Carmel Kosher,9,85,Samson,,,Carmel 2009 Moscato di Carmel Kosher Moscato (Samson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2009-moscato-kosher-muscat-moscato-samson/,Moscato,2009,Carmel 13.5,White,South Africa,"There's a nice underlying minerality to this wine, complemented by aromas and flavors of crisp red apple, melon and lime oil. The mouth is round and light at the same time, but the alcohol is slightly pronounced on the finish. Drink now.",,12,85,Stellenbosch,,,Vinum Africa 2008 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-africa-2008-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Vinum Africa 12.5,White,Australia,"Already developed, with hints of toast and marmalade on the nose and showing baked apple and citrus flavors on the palate. This plump, medium-bodied Riesling finishes with a touch of honeyed softness, suggesting it should be consumed over the next year.",The Lost Watch,18,85,South Australia,Adelaide,,Wirra Wirra 2008 The Lost Watch Riesling (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2008-lost-watch-riesling-adelaide/,Riesling,2008,Wirra Wirra 13.5,Red,US,"Very dry, crisp and elegantly structured, this Pinot Noir can be had at a pretty good price. It has modest flavors of cherries, tobacco and spices, but is a little unripe, with hints of green tomato and white pepper.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Irony 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Irony 14.5,White,US,"Buttered toast and caramel corn dominate this Chardonnay, which also features ripe pineapple and golden mango flavors. It's made in the popular style of ripe, oaky fruitiness.",Estate Bottled,19,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2009 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2009-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2009,Eberle 13,Red,Italy,"Tradizione, as the name suggests, does evoke the storied traditions of Piemontese winemaking. Aged in Slavonian oak casks (instead of French barrique) the wine exhibits bright berry aromas with raw tones of raspberries and white cherries.",Tradizione,17,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tre Donne 2006 Tradizione (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-donne-2006-tradizione-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Tre Donne 11,Dessert,US,"Always one of the best Muscats in California, Eberle's '09 continues the tradition. It offers tangerine, pineapple, vanilla cream and honeysuckle flavors in a frankly sweet wine finished with brisk, cleansing acidity.",Estate Bottled,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2009 Estate Bottled Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2009-estate-bottled-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2009,Eberle 13,Red,Italy,"This bright Dolcetto d'Alba offers fresh fruit and berry flavors on top of rich concentration and a plush, velvety feel. This is a very easy, uncomplicated wine that will pair with most home-cooked pasta dishes.",,19,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 2009 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-pira-e-figli-chiara-boschis-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 14,White,France,"Light pink/gold in color, this is an exotic ripe wine with melon and tropical fruit flavors underlined by toast. It is big, rich and mouthfilling.",Cuvée Carolle,20,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2009 Cuvée Carolle White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2009-cuvee-carolle-white-cotes/,White Blend,2009,Domaine de la Sauveuse 13,Red,Italy,"This wine is packed tight with plum and blackberry aromas and even a drying touch of Graham cracker. The wine is not too concentrated or rich, which makes it more appropriate with easy, home-cooked meals. On the close, it offers a ton of sweet, bright cherry fruit.",,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Giacomo Vico 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Giacomo Vico ,Red,Italy,"Light coffee and tea-like aromas emerge from the nose of this sharp and crisp Barbera d'Asti Superiore. The wine is compact, firm and the mouthfeel is characterized by fresh berry notes and crisp fruit on the close.",Rico,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,F.lli Trinchero 2007 Rico (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flli-trinchero-2007-rico-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,F.lli Trinchero 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rich, roasted and defined by rugged black fruit and black olive aromas. Nice acidity renders it fit as opposed to heavy and overextracted. Flavors of wild berry and coffee are good, and the finish shows mint chocolate chip and snap. Very good for the price.",,9,87,Central Valley,,,Espiritu de Chile 2009 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-chile-2009-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Espiritu de Chile ,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barbera d'Alba that is almost too much of a good thing. The wine is black and dense with inky concentration and thick aromas of smoked bacon, beef jerky and black fruit. You'll also recognize tones of moist earth and wild mushroom. The fruit seems on the ripe and jammy side and the wine is smooth and thick in the mouth.",Bric Loira,40,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina Chicco 2007 Bric Loira (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-2007-bric-loira-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Chicco 12.5,White,South Africa,"Delicate aromas of lemon chiffon, underripe nectarine and a touch of green apple on the nose. The palate is citrus-dominant with a round but prickly mouth and a crisp finish. Very refreshing and approachable; drink now.",,13,85,Western Cape,,,Porcupine Ridge 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Porcupine Ridge 13.5,White,South Africa,"Some feline essence aromas appear on the nose with supporting notes of tart gooseberry and wet, dewey grass. Citrus dominates the creamy mouth with accents of cantaloupe leading through to the long finish. Try with hearty chicken salads or whole grilled fish.",,11,85,Durbanville,,,Durbanville Hills 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2009-sauvignon-blanc-durbanville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Durbanville Hills 14,Red,Chile,"A little earthy and leafy on the nose and palate, but we like the wine's balance and saturation as well as its flavors of herbal cherry and berry. Finishes more roasted and warm, with kick carrying it toward conclusion. Grabby and leafy but good for $9.",Reserva,9,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2008 Reserva Shiraz (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maipo-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Santa Alicia 13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit narrow and medicinal, but overall this Cab delivers reasonably good cherry and herbal berry aromas and flavors along with some oak, coconut, citric acid and earth. It's a touch muddled and all over the map, but for $10 it's a pretty good wine.",Crucero,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2008 Crucero Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2008-crucero-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Siegel ,Red,US,"A relatively soft entry, tart plum fruit, simple berry flavors and a hint of burnt toast. There is a slight burn also in the finish, that reflects the near-15% alcohol. A little chocolaty film wraps the tannins.",,26,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Locati Cellars 2006 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/locati-cellars-2006-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2006,Locati Cellars 13.5,White,US,"This is a crisp, minerally wine you could drink as an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc. It's rich in citrus, apricot and floral flavors that finish with a honey, fruity flourish. Try with Asian fare.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,15,85,California,Central Valley,Alta Mesa,Lee Family Farm 2009 Silvaspoons Vineyard Verdelho (Alta Mesa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lee-family-farm-2009-silvaspoons-vineyard-spanish-white-verdelho-central-valley-alta-mesa/,Verdelho,2009,Lee Family Farm 13,White,New Zealand,"Grassy and herbal, rounded out by sweet pea notes and touches of honey and citrus on the finish, this is a medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc with quaffing appeal. Chill it well to make up for its lack of cut on the finish.",,22,85,Marlborough,,,Kennedy Point 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kennedy-point-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kennedy Point 13.5,White,South Africa,"Crisp and fruit-forward with notes of wood-grilled peaches, mango and tropical acidity. The aggressive acidity and tangy finish liven up the round and somewhat heavy mouthfeel. Drink now.",Roodeberg,14,85,Western Cape,,,KWV 2008 Roodeberg White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2008-roodeberg-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2008,KWV ,White,US,"Lots of rich pineapple, buttered toast, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors in this Chard. It's made in an uncomplicated style to appeal to consumers who have made this kind of Chardonnay the most popular wine in America.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Stephen Vincent 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a bright and fresh Barbera d'Asti that would make a perfect companion to pizza or simple pasta dishes. The aromas are pleasing and inviting with tones of raspberry and crushed white pepper. Cooling acidity leaves a fresh sensation overall.,,17,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Quattro Leoni 2008 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quattro-leoni-2008-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Quattro Leoni 13.5,Red,Chile,"Admittedly the early aromas are gaseous and rubbery, but the mouthfeel is fine and the flavors of cassis, fresh tomato and cocoa powder are about as good as any reasonable person could expect for $6. A competent wine that's above average for the price.",,6,85,Curicó Valley,,,Quasar 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Quasar 14.5,Red,Italy,"The oak element is strong here—very strong—and one wonders if it will ever fully integrate even with more years of aging in the bottle. There's not much fruit left and what you do get is ripe and jammy. You can feel the alcohol at the back. Otherwise, the wine is dense and smooth on the palate.",Conca del Grillo,19,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Silvano Bolmida 2007 Conca del Grillo (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvano-bolmida-2007-conca-grillo-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Silvano Bolmida ,Red,Italy,"Very ripe, almost jammy, notes of mature raspberry and strawberry appear at first, giving this wine a sunny, full and generous disposition. Barbera's naturally high acidity kicks in to clean the palate and give the wine a fresh and tonic sensation overall.",Soliter,25,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Pescaja 2008 Soliter (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pescaja-2008-soliter-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Pescaja ,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern, thickly extracted Barbera d'Asti with a very distinctive nose that includes mature fruit elements, white mushroom, wet earth, bramble, spice and fresh grapes. There is a chewy rawness or vinous quality to this wine.",,17,85,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,La Casaccia 2008 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaccia-2008-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,La Casaccia 11.5,White,Australia,"Stridently herbal on the nose, with flavors that verge on vegetal, this is nonetheless cleanly made, with enough lemongrass and grapefruit aromas and flavors to merit recommendation. Drink it over the next six months or so.",Y Series,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2009 Y Series Sauvignon Blanc (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-series-sauvignon-blanc-south/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Yalumba 13.5,Rose,France,"Port Grimaud is a fishing village at the head of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. This wine from the local cooperative is soft, on the bland side, but very attractive for the price.",Cuvée du Golfe de Saint-Tropez,10,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Vignerons de Grimaud 2009 Cuvée du Golfe de Saint-Tropez Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-grimaud-2009-cuvee-golfe-saint-tropez-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Les Vignerons de Grimaud 11.5,Sparkling,South Africa,"A soft, dry sparkling rosé with modest aromas and flavors of strawberry hull, white cranberry and grapefruit peel. Medium bodied with assertive carbonation and a clean finish. So juicy and refreshing, this would be an excellent choice for brunch or lunch al fresco.",Brut Rosé,16,85,Western Cape,,,Graham Beck NV Brut Rosé (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-western-cape/,Champagne Blend,,Graham Beck 13,White,New Zealand,"Hunter's is an old New Zealand wine brand that should do better. That said, this is a solid Savvie, combining tropical fruit with fresh herbaceousness. A suggestion of sweetness on the midpalate is balanced by tart acids on the finish.",Jane Hunter,13,85,Marlborough,,,Hunter's 2008 Jane Hunter Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunters-2008-jane-hunter-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Hunter's 6.5,Dessert,Italy,"You'll love the wild berry and white cherry bouquet on this easy and informal red sparkling dessert wine. You can pair this wine from Northern Italy with light desserts and spongecake, or with salted appetizers and finger foods.",,16,85,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Gancia NV Brachetto d'Acqui,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-nv-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,,Gancia 11.5,White,France,"A light, fresh style, bringing out grapefruit flavors, herbaceous and crisp. The wine is pure green fruits, bright and bursting with thirst-quenching acidity.",,7,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Pellehaut 2008 White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pellehaut-2008-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2008,Domaine de Pellehaut 13,Rose,France,"Fresh strawberry and caramel aromas start the wine well, but the palate has a bitter edge of almonds, lifed by some juicy acidity and a light apple skin aftertaste.",Cuvée Carolle,15,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2009 Cuvée Carolle Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2009-cuvee-carolle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de la Sauveuse 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of cherry and raspberry bring a slight earthy stemminess, while the palate is light and zesty, with semisharp plum and pie cherry fruit flavors and a dash of red sucking candy. Medium-long at best on the finish, with citrus, tang and pepper notes.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cono Sur 13.5,White,Chile,"Melon, apple and pear aromas are far from complex or elevated, but the wine does smell reasonably good. And the palate is wet and fruity, with sweet, slightly candied mango, melon and lemon flavors. Innocuous and like a thousand others from Chile, but for $10 one can't really complain.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Cono Sur ,Red,US,"Tasted just at its official release, this very young Syrah was not in full form. The barrel scents and flavors were not integrated, and the fruit was standard red wine fare. The rather high (15%) alcohol brings neither ripeness nor depth, and the roasted coffee flavors from the barrels quickly take over the finish.",,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DaMa 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,DaMa 13.8,Red,US,"A good and flavorful Cab, with intricate layers of blackberries, currants, anise and cedar, and entirely dry. The drawback is sharpness in the form of green, acidic tannins. Won't age, so drink up.",,23,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Side 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-side-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,B Side 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cocconata Libera makes a slightly awkward first impression with sulphur notes that blow off fast enough to reveal cherry cola, raspberries and earthy white mushrooms. Drink now, just decant first.",Cocconato Libera,15,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bava 2007 Cocconato Libera (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-2007-cocconato-libera-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Bava 12.5,Sparkling,South Africa,"A lovely sparkler at a fantastic price made with organic grapes. The bouquet is fresh and lively with notes of sweet pea florals, pear and peach. Light and soft in the mouth with faint ripe stone fruit and bracing acidity leading through to the crisp and somewhat tart finish. Drink now and with plenty of friends.",The Ruins Brut,10,85,Robertson,,,Bon Cap 2009 The Ruins Brut Sparkling (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-cap-2009-ruins-brut-sparkling-robertson/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Bon Cap 13.5,Red,Israel,"The acidity is strong and quite forward in this wine, both in the mouth and on the nose. Red berry preserves and a faint cocoa dusting flesh out the medium-weight mouth, with grainy tannins lingering through the finish.",Kayoumi Single Vineyard Kosher,39,85,Upper Galilee,,,Carmel 2004 Kayoumi Single Vineyard Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2004-kayoumi-single-vineyard-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-upper-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Carmel 9.5,Sparkling,South Africa,"An interesting and fruit-forward alternative to more common dry sparklers, this red sparkler is sure to impress with its appearance alone. Aromas and flavors of black cherry, wild strawberry and soft earthy spice dominate the profile. Balanced and softly tannic with a lingering finish and an even longer lasting impression on the drinker.",Solms Astor Cape Jazz,20,86,Paarl,,,Solms-Delta NV Solms Astor Cape Jazz Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solms-delta-nv-astor-cape-jazz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,,Solms-Delta 13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out chunky and mulchy before it finds its stride with plum and roasted berry aromas. The palate has a standard, semirich feel and roasted plum and spice flavors. A bit oaky and resiny on the finish, but perfectly drinkable as inexpensive Cabernet goes.",Special Reserve,13,86,Maule Valley,,,Simone 2008 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2008-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Simone 14,Red,Chile,"Rooty and sweet smelling, much like a root beer soda mixed with smoked meats and spice. The flavor profile brings roasted black fruit and hoisin sauce, while the finish is dark and ends with coffee-like bitterness. Good for everyday consumption.",Puerto Viejo,10,86,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2008 Puerto Viejo Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2008-puerto-viejo-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Requingua 13,White,Australia,"Possessing bold waves of pineappley fruit, this is an intensely flavored Chardonnay at a reasonable price. It's fruity and direct, with clean citrus featuring prominently from start to finish.",Ass Kisser,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Rocland Estate 2009 Ass Kisser Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocland-estate-2009-ass-kisser-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Rocland Estate 14,Red,South Africa,"This Shiraz-dominated (70%) blend is a bit darker than one might anticipate, with black currant liqueur, pepper, anise and plum skins taking center stage in the profile. Well-balanced with medium dusty tannins and a lingering finish infused with toasty oak spice. Try pairing with braised short ribs or spiced lamb loin.",Shiraz-Petit Verdot-Viognier,16,86,Robertson,,,Rietvallei Estate Wine 2008 Shiraz-Petit Verdot-Viognier Red (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rietvallei-estate-wine-2008-shiraz-petit-verdot-viognier-red-robertson/,Red Blend,2008,Rietvallei Estate Wine 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a subdued and understated Dolcetto that has been executed in a lighter, fruit-forward style with informal appeal and sour tannins on the close. You'll recognize aromas of dark fruit, berries and fresh spice.",Pian Balbo,18,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 2008 Pian Balbo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2008-pian-balbo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Poderi Colla 13,White,New Zealand,"Filled with aromas and flavors of passion fruit, gooseberries and a touch of grassiness, this is a readily accessible Sauvignon Blanc that might lack a little complexity and richness, but is assertively flavored and goes down easily.",Vicar's Choice,17,86,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Vicar's Choice Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-vicars-choice-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair 13.5,White,Australia,"Grilled pineapple and tropical fruits mingle easily in this uncomplicated but well made Chardonnay. It's medium-bodied, with enough weight to stand up to roast chicken breasts and the like.",,13,86,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Mt. Monster 2008 Chardonnay (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-monster-2008-chardonnay-limestone-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Mt. Monster 14,Red,South Africa,"Cherry-centric throughout with supporting elements of wild forestry, fennel, sweet spice and blood orange. The acidity is prominent but balanced within the round mouthfeel showing gripping tannins and an overall firm structure. It's approachable now and would pair well with fruit-stewed chicken or pork chops.",,11,86,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2008 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2008-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2008,MAN Vintners 14,Red,Chile,"A good $8 wine with snap, crackle and pop. The nose brings black cherry and saucy aromas, while the palate is sweet, a bit medicinal and just a little herbal. There's a creamy sweetness to the finish and another modest dose of herbs and medicinality. Any faults should be offset by the cost.",Babor,8,86,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2008 Babor Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2008-babor-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Odfjell 13.8,Red,US,"At the age of nearly five years, this Cab still is curiously tough in tannins, even for Howell Mountain. That interferes with the enjoyment. Shows a good heart of blackberries, but it's a gamble whether the fierceness ever will age out.",,150,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Notre Vin 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-vin-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Notre Vin 14,Red,South Africa,"A solidly made Shiraz from power-producer Neil Ellis. Wild strawberries, white pepper and game notes appear on the nose, while red plum and sweet spice fill out the palate. Balanced acidity and dusty tannins with a satiny texture make this an easy-to-enjoy, ready-to-drink wine. Try pairing with loin lamb chops or wild boar stew.",Sincerely,14,86,Western Cape,,,Neil Ellis 2008 Sincerely Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2008-sincerely-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2008,Neil Ellis 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Beautifully aromatic Moscato grapes offer loads of honey, sweet peach and passionfruit on the nose. This is a delicate and feminine wine with soft, foamy bubbles capped by generous fruit flavors and natural sweetness.",,11,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Gancia NV Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-nv-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,,Gancia ,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Asti presents an interesting aromatic profile with notes of cherry cola, sweet berry fruit and a touch of red candy. The wine is crisp and tonic in the mouth with a very fresh and acidic finish.",,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Franco Mondo 2008 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-mondo-2008-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Franco Mondo 13.5,White,Chile,"Toast, butter and tropical fruit aromas are all typical of Chile, but there's a touch of saline and minerality as well. Lemony and tangy in the mouth, with a juicy, acidic feel that's a bit like Chablis. Only trouble is, it finishes bland and pithy.",Visión,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 Visión Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-vision-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Cono Sur 13.5,Red,France,"Definite juiciness here, although the wine has a light and fresh character. The acidity and tannins are there to give the berry fruit a boost.",,13,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Sernin 2007 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-sernin-2007-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château Saint-Sernin ,Red,Italy,"Smoky elements of roasted nut combined with jammy fruit make for an offbeat aromatic assembly. This is a raw, chewy wine with a dense, plush mouthfeel that needs a year or two to fully integrate.",Passum,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina Castlet 2007 Passum (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-castlet-2007-passum-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cascina Castlet 14,Red,Italy,"Dolcetto Vigna Costa Fiore opens with a dense, modern appearance and big aromas of ripe fruit and mature blackberry. There's also a touch of Band Aid or wet animal at the back that is barely perceptible now, but that may worsen with time. The wine is chewy and bright on the close.",Vigna Costa Fiore,26,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,,Cascina Adelaide 2008 Vigna Costa Fiore (Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2008-vigna-costa-fiore-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Cascina Adelaide 14.5,Red,US,"Tart in acidity, and bone dry, this young Pinot has exotic and complex flavors of cola and cherries, with tannins from the bitter skins and a touch of smoky oak. It's very finely constructed, but the tartness is insistent. May mellow in the bottle.",Three Vineyards,38,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2008 Three Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2008-three-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Carr 13,White,Israel,"A well-balanced, round but not fat Chard with vibrant aromas of red apple, melon and sweet citrus. The mouth offers riper notes of pear and a touch of banana, but the finish is clean and satisfying. Drink now.",Private Collection Kosher,18,86,Shomron,,,Carmel 2009 Private Collection Kosher Chardonnay (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2009-private-collection-kosher-chardonnay-shomron/,Chardonnay,2009,Carmel 14,Red,Israel,"Intense dried herb and fennel bulb aromas rule the bouquet, with faint glimmers of cassis and pepper breaking through every now and again. The mouthfeel is soft and the wine overall balanced with delicate tannins and a short finish.",Private Collection Kosher,18,86,Galilee,,,Carmel 2007 Private Collection Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2007-private-collection-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Carmel 13.5,White,Australia,"Barrel fermented in older oak, but this wine is still marked by oak and lees, with a slightly toasty, custardy edge to the melon and nectarine aromas and flavors. This medium-bodied Viognier then picks up hints of coffee and chocolate on the finish. Drink now.",The Last Ditch,25,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Last Ditch Viognier (McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-last-ditch-viognier-mclaren-vale-adelaide-hills/,Viognier,2008,D'Arenberg 14,Red,Chile,"Grapey and thick at first, with sweet berry aromas that seem more generic than specific. The palate has some grit and grab, while flavors of plum and berry smack down with bitter herbs and black pepper. More pepper rides the finish along with mocha and coffee.",Reserva,13,86,Maipo Valley,,,Chono 2007 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2007-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Chono 15.9,Red,US,"A soft, lusty Zin, packed with high alcohol-fueled berry, spice and chocolate-covered raisin flavors. Finishes dry and smooth, with a mouth-cleansing cut of tannins. Nice for drinking on hot summer nights with barbecue, but don't drive afterward.",Twisted Sisters,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Twisted Sisters Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-twisted-sisters-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Calcareous ,Red,Italy,Here's a fresh style of Barbera with bright fruit notes that recall blueberry and raspberry. The wine is sharp and pointed in the mouth (the high acidity feels prickly on the tongue) and the body is lean and compact.,Rubia,,86,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Bottazza 2008 Rubia (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottazza-2008-rubia-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Bottazza 14.6,Red,US,"Good flavors of blackberries, currants and cedar in this wine, with a rich, chocolately edge. There are problems with the structure, though, that lead to a sharp, prickly mouthfeel. Drink now.",Estate Reserve,40,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Wofford Acres 2007 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wofford-acres-2007-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wofford Acres 13,Red,Australia,"A slightly chunky, sturdy rendition of Pinot Noir, with earthy complex notes ranging from beet root and cola through sous bois and animale. Finishes with tangy cherry and herb flavors that could use another year or two to mellow.",,20,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2008 Pinot Noir (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2008-pinot-noir-western/,Pinot Noir,2008,West Cape Howe 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal and slightly volatile on the nose before it settles on meaty, herbal fruit aromas. The palate stores flavors of cocoa, carob, olive and herbal black fruit, and while it shows some stemminess it ends on a firm plane with herbs, toast, earth and pepper.",Puerto Viejo,10,86,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2008 Puerto Viejo Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2008-puerto-viejo-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Viña Requingua 13.5,Red,France,"The blend of Cabernet Franc and Tannat allows this wine to be released young and for the tannins to be accessible. It's young and fresh, Nouveau in its style, going for bright berry fruits and lively acidity.",Magenta,11,86,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château Peyros 2008 Magenta Tannat-Cabernet (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyros-2008-magenta-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet,2008,Château Peyros 14.5,Red,US,"Good cherry, red currant and oak flavors in this Pinot, which is totally dry. But it's very acidic, with a scoury mouthfeel, and doesn't seem like it's going anywhere.",The Yard,45,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2008 The Yard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2008-yard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Carr 14,Red,Israel,"Soft suggestions of cigar ash and green pepper complement the fruity notes of small red berries and plum. Forward medium-grain tannins and prominent acidity supply a sturdy backbone to the wine, leading through to the anise-infused finish.",Appellation Kosher,24,86,Upper Galilee,,,Carmel 2007 Appellation Kosher Cabernet Franc (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2007-appellation-kosher-cabernet-franc-upper-galilee/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Carmel 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Asti offers a slightly sweet-smelling nose with bright berry notes, cranberry and pomegranate juice. There are also background notes of wet earth and wild mushroom that add an additional layer of complexity. Bright acidity follows.",,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli 2008 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-barbera-sei-castelli-2008-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli ,Rose,France,"Tart, fresh and a bit chunky and rustic, this blend of 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache and 20% Cinsaut features bold lime notes, scouring acidity and hints of crushed stone. Drink now.",,15,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Pourcieux 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pourcieux-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château de Pourcieux 12,White,Australia,"Slightly musky and briny on the nose, with a broad underlay of peach. This medium-bodied Riesling seems lightly honeyed and a little soft relative to its peer group. A user-friendly introduction to Australian Riesling that should be consumed over the next 6–9 months.",Thomas Hyland,14,86,South Australia,Adelaide,,Penfolds 2008 Thomas Hyland Riesling (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2008-thomas-hyland-riesling-adelaide/,Riesling,2008,Penfolds 13,White,Italy,"Here's an extremely food-friendly white wine from Piedmont in Northern Italy that delivers crisp aromas of citrus, peach blossom and white mineral. All those aromatic components make this a particularly well-suited partner to white asparagus in cream sauce or smoked salmon. You really taste those mineral notes on the finish.",,14,86,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Pelassa 2008 Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2008-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2008,Pelassa 13.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy, heavy and herbal on the nose, with snappy fruit, grating tannins and intense but rustic flavors of plum, raspberry and oak-based butter. Mildly rich but also a bit rough, with vanilla on the finish.",Reserva,15,86,Maule Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2007 Reserva Merlot-Cabernet (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-2007-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-maule-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet,2007,Portal Del Alto 13,Red,Italy,Le Orme is a celebrated Barbera that is especially popular among enthusiasts of this indigenous grape in the United States. It offers a traditional approach with raw cherry and cola notes that would pair perfectly with pizza and pasta.,Le Orme,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Michele Chiarlo 2008 Le Orme (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2008-le-orme-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Michele Chiarlo 13,White,New Zealand,"Oyster Bay has become huge because of this wine's global success, and the 2009 demonstrates the brand's straightforward appeal. Crisp, racy flavors of lime and grapefruit dominate this medium-bodied white, which can do double duty as an apéritif or first-course accompaniment. Drink now.",,15,86,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Oyster Bay 13,White,Australia,"A medium-bodied Chardonnay, Nepenthe's 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay shows the strengths and weaknesses of avoiding oak. Without any sweet caramel or vanilla flavors, it should work well with food. On the other hand, its apple and citrus flavors lack complexity and display a certain angularity on the palate. Drink now.",Unoaked,16,86,South Australia,Adelaide,,Nepenthe 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nepenthe-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-adelaide/,Chardonnay,2009,Nepenthe 13.5,Red,Chile,"Foresty, earthy aromas are dark and dusty, and the palate is mammoth and doesn't hold much back. The flavors of blackberry and black currant are deep and rich, and the fruit plays out long and chocolaty on the finish. Simple and steady red wine with plenty of bulk, body and flavor.",Estate Selection,11,86,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2009 Estate Selection Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2009-estate-selection-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Aresti 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Here's an earthy, dark red with soft tannins that's perfectly approachable now. Menthol, blackberries, cassis and leathery spice fill the nose and mouth, with moderate weight and a medium finish. A nice choice for grilled or herb-crusted lamb chops.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Graham Beck 2008 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2008-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Graham Beck 13,White,Australia,"Made with a bit of skin contact, this pale copper-hued wine boasts scents of dusty earth and cantaloupe. Melon and apple-skin flavors mingle easily on the palate, ending with some light tannins and mouthwatering acids. Drink now–2011.",,16,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Robert Oatley 2009 Pinot Grigio (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Robert Oatley 14,Red,Italy,"Serraboella Barbera d'Alba is loaded with aged aromas of dried fruit, prunes, apricots, tobacco and Indian spice. The wine shows black, inky concentration and fine, polished tannins.",Serraboella,29,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rivetti Massimo 2005 Serraboella (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2005-serraboella-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Rivetti Massimo 14,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe and jammy expression of Barbera d'Asti that offers sweet aromas of blackberry, strawberry and blueberry preserves. All that mature fruit is nicely balanced by bright acidity in the mouth.",Antica Casa,13,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Ricossa 2007 Antica Casa (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricossa-2007-antica-casa-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Ricossa 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a well concentrated Barbera d'Asti with a deep shade of ruby and garnet and vibrant aromas of cola, teabag and fresh forest fruit. The mouthfeel is both drying and crisp at the same time.",Ajan,13,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Villa Giada 2008 Ajan (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-giada-2008-ajan-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Villa Giada 14.5,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux blend is a nice wine for drinking now. It's very forward in blackberry, cherry and oak flavors, and finishes a little sweet.",Cuveé de la Luna,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2007 Cuveé de la Luna Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2007-cuvee-luna-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Valley of the Moon 14.2,Red,US,"Not the most successful Rosella's Pinot ever. The flavors are rich enough, suggesting raspberries, cherries and cola, and the wine is dry and silky. But there's an acidic sharpness, reminiscent of mint jelly, that deranges the palate.",Rosella's Vineyard,59,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa ,Red,US,"The Tempranillo has an agreeable entry, with pretty violet scents leading into tart raspberry and cherry fruit, amplified with a bit of barrel spice. It loses steam quickly, and the tannins turn chewy and a bit rough, but more bottle age may help smooth it out.",Les Collines Vineyard,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tertulia 2008 Les Collines Vineyard Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2008-collines-vineyard-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Tertulia 14,White,Australia,"Apple and citrus notes dominate this medium-bodied, refreshing blend of Riesling (37%), Viognier (32%), Verdelho (21%), Chardonnay (5%) and Sauvignon Blanc (5%). It suits its purpose to a T, being an everyday white you can come back to glass after glass without becoming bored or jaded. Drink now.",Buzz Cut,14,86,South Australia,Adelaide,,Shoofly 2008 Buzz Cut White (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoofly-2008-buzz-cut-white-adelaide/,White Blend,2008,Shoofly 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very, very dry, acidic, tannic wine. It's the opposite of lush. There's something old-fashionedly rustic about it, the kind of wine they drank 50 years ago. But it is firm and clean, with insistent flavors of cherries and coffee, and will pair well with tomato sauce dishes.",Mountain Selection,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2007 Mountain Selection Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2007-mountain-selection-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2007,Scott Harvey 12,White,France,"A creamy style of Sauvignon Blanc, showing soft pear juice and flora flavors, fresh with a feeling of richness. Screwcap.",Sauvignon,10,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2009 Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2009-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaine du Tariquet 14.5,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend with a little Syrah, this red wine is dry and rich in currant and cedar flavors. But it's a little sharp and green in tannins, with a tart mouthfeel. A good steak will help, but it's not really an ager, so drink up.",Brodatious Crane Ranch Vineyard,36,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Brothers 2006 Brodatious Crane Ranch Vineyard Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-brothers-2006-brodatious-ranch-vineyard-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Crane Brothers 13,Red,Italy,"Bricco Bastia offers an inky, dense expression of Dolcetto with loads of dark fruit, cherry and blueberry intensity. There are also mineral notes in there and the close is slightly vinous, chewy and raw.",Bricco Bastia,23,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Conterno Fantino 2009 Bricco Bastia (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2009-bricco-bastia-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Conterno Fantino 13,Red,Italy,"This is an easygoing but exceedingly fresh expression of Dolcetto with a full array of fruit aromas that span from delicate wild berry to ripe black cherry. There's fullness, softness and firmness in the mouth.",,17,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2009 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Giacomo Fenocchio 12,White,Australia,"Straightforward apple and lime aromatics bust from the glass alongside some slightly smoky, struck-flint notes, but this wine offers rather simple fruit flavors on the palate, It's medium bodied, with a hint of honey already creeping in on the finish, suggesting early consumption is warranted.",Watervale Dry,18,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Fire Block 2008 Watervale Dry Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-block-2008-watervale-dry-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Fire Block 14.3,White,US,"A good, rich Chardonnay that satisfies fans of oaky, ripe bottlings. Brims with pineapple, peach, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",,13,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fair Hare NV Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fair-hare-nv-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,,Fair Hare 14,Red,Chile,"The opening of dusty raspberry fruit, spice and saucy herbal notes is what you'd expect from Chilean Merlot. There's some heat to the medium-sized palate along with raspberry and pepper flavors. Dry and peppery as well on the finish, and a tad bit roasted.",Crucero,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2008 Crucero Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2008-crucero-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Siegel 12.5,White,Australia,"Shows some rather riper-than-expected fruit flavors, hinting at peach or nectarine as well as the standard apple and lime. The result seems a touch off-dry, although the actual residual sugar is only 3.5 g/L. Despite being lightweight in the mouth, it turns a bit honeyed and weightier on the finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Hanlin Hill,20,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Petaluma 2008 Hanlin Hill Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petaluma-2008-hanlin-hill-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Petaluma 13.5,Red,Chile,"An opening of dried leaves, spice and berry fruit is pretty good and authentic, while the palate feel seems right given the wine's price and structure. Flavors of cherry, raspberry and plum are roasted and mildly herbal but come with proper feel and follow through. Good for under $10.",,9,86,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,San Elias 13,White,New Zealand,"Offers what folks have begun to identify as pretty standard Marlborough Sauvignon, combining a struck-flint character upfront with grassy notes, melon and fig fruit and followed by a citrusy finish. Seems a touch soft; drink now.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saint Clair ,Red,US,"There's a floral scent underlying the light red fruits, and a hint of that same soapy character in the mouth. It's set against loam and mocha flavors, with fairly high (15.2%) alcohol and slightly bitter tannins.",,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2006 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2006-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2006,Kana 15.3,Red,US,"Too ripe and too oaky, and both attributes reinforce each other. The blackberry and currant fruit approaches Port in raisiny ripeness, while the oak accentuates the tannic sweetness. Clumsy now, but sometimes these wines improve in the long run. Try holding until after 2013.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,150,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2007 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2007-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Janzen 14,Red,Italy,"From one of the most simpatico producers in Piedmont, Marchesi di Gresy's bright Berbera d'Asti opens with a dark, browning color and inky aromas of mineral and black fruit. The finish is surprising bright and lively.",,18,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2006 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2006-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 11.5,White,Australia,"A lean, crisp white destined for use as an apéritif or alongside oysters and the like, this is citrusy and refreshing, with a hint of flintiness or crushed stone as well. A wine to drink young.",Poacher's Blend Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc-Riesling,13,86,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2007 Poacher's Blend Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc-Riesling White (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2007-poachers-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-riesling-white-barossa/,White Blend,2007,St Hallett 13,Red,Italy,"L'Avvocata delivers a linear and correct approach with balanced fruit tones opposite fresh acidity. You'll recognize aromas of wild berry, blueberry and cherry and the close is capped by a slight pinch of fizziness.",L'Avvocata,16,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 2008 L'Avvocata (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2008-lavvocata-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Coppo 14.5,Red,Chile,"Salad dressing, vinegar and a heavy herbal blast greet you on the nose. The palate is chunky and thick in feel, but the flavors mirror the nose with green notes, herbs and burnt coffee. Has its merits but there's no escaping the fact that this is an herbal, roasted red blend.",Cuvée Don Reca Limited Release,25,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2007 Cuvée Don Reca Limited Release Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2007-cuvee-don-reca-limited-release-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Viña La Rosa 13.5,White,Chile,"Toast, buttercup and baked apple aromas give it some richness and sweetness to start, and the palate is creamy but well balanced, with toasty apple, peach and vanilla flavors. Solid and creamy on the finish, with tropical afterburners. Drink soon before it fades.",Reserva,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2008 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2008-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Veramonte 14.8,Red,US,"Sharp in acids and a little green, this dry red wine tastes like an old-fashioned Chianti. The flavors are of red cherries, herbs and pepper. Made from 70% Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc.",Triumphe,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,IL Gioiello 2007 Triumphe Red (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-gioiello-2007-triumphe-red-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Red Blend,2007,IL Gioiello 14.5,Red,Australia,"With this wine's lifted aromas and candied fruit, it's frankly a bit confectionary. Chocolate-covered cherries define the palate, while the tannins are creamy-soft and the finish slightly warming. All that said, it's cleanly made, and fits the bill as an easy-drinking cocktail red.",Grand Barossa,19,86,South Australia,Barossa,,Château Tanunda 2007 Grand Barossa Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanunda-2007-grand-barossa-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2007,Château Tanunda 13,Rose,France,"This is a blend made from purchased grapes at Château Sainte-Roseline, giving a soft, vanilla-tinted wine, maybe just on the fat side.",Perle de Roseline,11,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2009 Perle de Roseline Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2009-perle-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Sainte Roseline 13.5,Red,Italy,"The Ruvei expression of Barbera d'Alba (from one of Piedmont's biggest and most historic producers) offers a simple, crisp and genuine red wine experience. A small percentage of Nebbiolo is added to a lush base of Barbera, resulting in a lighter, brighter wine.",Ruvei,17,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marchesi di Barolo 2007 Ruvei (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2007-ruvei-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Marchesi di Barolo 13.5,Red,Italy,A small percentage of Dolcetto has been added to this Barbera del Monferrato to smooth out the natural acidity and add a touch of extra structure to the finish. You can't beat the low price here or the simple generosity of its cherry and vanilla aromas.,Maràia,11,86,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Marchesi di Barolo 2007 Maràia (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2007-maraia-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2007,Marchesi di Barolo 13.5,Rose,France,"Crisp and fresh, a well-balanced wine that shows vivid fruit, acidity as well as weight. The crispness at the end gives a delicious final burst.",La Cave de Saint-Roch-les-Vignes,16,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez 2009 La Cave de Saint-Roch-les-Vignes Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-presquile-saint-tropez-2009-cave-roch-vignes-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez ,Red,Italy,This is a tart and streamlined Barbera d'Asti that delivers a clean and swift blast of acidity on the close. Take care when pairing this wine with food: the strong acidic component must be countered by a butter- or cheese-based dish.,,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Dogliotti 1870 2008 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogliotti-1870-2008-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1870,Dogliotti 1870 ,Red,Italy,"Here's a chalky, mineral interpretation of Barbera with drying sensations of granite and slate backed by a delicate impression of wild berry and cassis. The wine is crisp and tonic with a bitter finale that recalls white almond skins.",La Bellalda,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Ca' dei Mandorli 2007 La Bellalda (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-mandorli-2007-bellalda-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Ca' dei Mandorli 13,White,US,"A terrific buy if you're looking for a bone-dry, crisply acidic and minerally Sauvignon Blanc. It shows rewarding flavors of lemons, limes, spices and vanilla. Very clean and nice, and easy to find, with 338,000 cases produced.",,7,86,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Barefoot ,Red,Italy,"Here's what local producers call a “traditional” style in Barbera d'Asti (meaning the presence of oak is all but undetectable) with vibrant fruit aromas of cherry, cranberry and white almond. This is an easygoing pasta or pizza wine.",Maria Teresa,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Borgo Isolabella 2008 Maria Teresa (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-isolabella-2008-maria-teresa-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Borgo Isolabella ,Red,US,"About half Cabernet, the rest a Bordeaux mix, this opens nicely with forward plum and cherry fruit. There are notes of savory herbs in the nose, but the wine turns astringent and the finish a little chalky and stemmy.",Roux,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patit Creek Cellars 2007 Roux Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2007-roux-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Patit Creek Cellars ,Red,Italy,"Here's a powerfully fruit-driven Barbera d'Alba that gives the impression of high alcohol, ripe fruit and oak use. The wine is lush and smooth in the mouth and thanks to the naturally high acidity, it keeps the palate very clean.",Nicolon,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Angelo Negro & Figli 2007 Nicolon (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-negro-figli-2007-nicolon-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Angelo Negro & Figli 13,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Asti Superiore offers good value with a thinner, more traditional style that puts emphasis on the liveliness of the fruit found in its bouquet and on the finish. Bright acidity is followed by a touch of smoke or toast at the very end.",Aurora,10,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cantine Aurora 2006 Aurora (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-aurora-2006-aurora-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Cantine Aurora 14,Red,Israel,"Hints of green pepper and sweet spice add character to the more standard notes of plum guts and ripe cherry. Lighter weight but round in the mouth with good balance and a clean, medium-length finish. Drink now.",Private Collection Kosher,18,86,Galilee,,,Carmel 2007 Private Collection Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2007-private-collection-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2007,Carmel 13,Red,Italy,"Made by Giancarlo and Davide Ponte, this bright Dolcetto shows deep mineral tones backed by bright, plush fruit. The wine is informal and food-friendly with a touch of white pepper on the close.",,15,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Monferrato,,CarlindePaolo 2009 Dolcetto di Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlindepaolo-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-monferrato/,Dolcetto,2009,CarlindePaolo 13,Red,Italy,"This Dolcetto offers a correct nose with fresh layers of cherry, blueberry and wild berries. There isn't huge intensity here but the wine does offer a full, soft mouthfeel with some mild tannins on the close.",Primaio,14,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cantine San Silvestro 2009 Primaio (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-san-silvestro-2009-primaio-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Cantine San Silvestro 12,White,US,"This is a wonderfully dry, crisp and super-drinkable white wine, perfect for a first cocktail of the afternoon. It's clean and brisk in acidity, with a flourish of lemon, lime and vanilla flavors. Spicy, too. Great with little puff pastry appetizers.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,US,"A bit sharp in the mouth, with a cut of tartness that age is unlikely to soften. Otherwise, this blend of mostly Merlot, with 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, is polished and dry, with blackberry and black currant flavors.",Maylena,49,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Inspiri 2007 Maylena Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inspiri-2007-maylena-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Inspiri 13,Red,Italy,"You'll appreciate the easygoing and straight-shooting nature of this fresh and informal Barbera d'Alba from the Bussia cru. The nose includes bright aromas of spice and raw, somewhat sharp tones of forest berry and raspberry. Pair this wine with meat involtini (meat rolled with breadcrumbs and pignoli nuts).",Bussia,16,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Giacosa Fratelli 2007 Bussia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2007-bussia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Giacosa Fratelli 15,White,US,"This rich, ripe Viognier offers upfront citrus and tropical fruit flavors that combine with vanilla honey to finish off-dry to sweet. Brisk acidity helps to provide balance.",Mill Road Vineyard,21,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2009 Mill Road Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2009-mill-road-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2009,Eberle ,Red,US,"This feels a bit stripped, though the bottle says the alcohol hits almost 15%. There is a chocolaty coating over sharp, herbal, rather thin fruit flavors. The wine shows pleasant strawberry and watermelon fruit flavors, though the tannins and chocolaty barrel flavors quickly take over.",Estate,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2006 Estate Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2006-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Gamache 14,Red,US,"A delicious, easy-drinking Pinot Noir for everyday, at a good price. It has raspberry tutti-fruity flavors with lots of vanilla and spice.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pennywise 15.2,Red,US,"A little too hot and brawny in tannins, which provides a cut across the palate that interferes with pleasure. If you can get past that, the wine is nicely dry and rich in fruit, with cherry, tobacco, spice and oak flavors.",Estate Grown,35,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Mounts 13.5,Red,Italy,"Upfront and generous, this is a bright and food-friendly Barbera d'Alba. What it lacks in overall complexity and aromatic intensity, it makes up for in terms of freshness and fruity simplicity. You'll love the dense concentration and fresh cherry flavors.",Donia,18,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ponchione Maurizio 2007 Donia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponchione-maurizio-2007-donia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Ponchione Maurizio 14.2,White,US,"Bone dry, with crisp, mouth-cleansing acidity and flavors of citrus fruits, minerals and vanilla. There's a touch of gooseberry and muscat. Turns almost sour toward the finish, but it's zesty and alive.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Picazo 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picazo-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Picazo 13,White,South Africa,"Medium-intense aromas of pear, red apple skin and delicate sweet spice appear on the nose, while accents of toast and limey citrus unfold in the mouth. Vibrant and easy to drink with a clean, softly wooded finish. Try with grilled steak fish like swordfish or mahi mahi.",Isabella,24,86,Stellenbosch,,,Muratie 2008 Isabella Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muratie-2008-isabella-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Muratie 12,Red,Italy,"This bright, young Dolcetto opens with easy berry fruit, cinnamon and a sprinkling of crushed white pepper. The mouthfeel is thin and informal but the wine tastes fresh enough to pair with pasta al forno.",,,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Monferrato,,Terre d'Aleramo 2009 Dolcetto di Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-daleramo-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-monferrato/,Dolcetto,2009,Terre d'Aleramo 14,White,New Zealand,"This is appropriately intensely aromatic and flavorful, but the aromas and flavors come across as a bit simple and unnuanced. Modest grassy hints settle easily over white grapefruit flavors, which finish on a slightly chalky note.",Map Maker,30,86,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2009 Map Maker Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2009-map-maker-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Staete Landt 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Best for those who like a strongly leafy side to their Sauvignons, as this wine features plenty of crushed tomato and nettle and only a modicum of tropical fruit in the background. Drink it over the next few months.",,14,86,Marlborough,,,Sherwood Estate 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-estate-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sherwood Estate 13.5,White,Australia,"This slightly musky white blends Verdelho, Chardonnay and Riesling into a cohesive whole that's fleshy yet crisp, filled out with pear and pineapple flavors. Drink now.",Verdelho-Chardonnay-Riesling,12,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Langhorne Crossing 2008 Verdelho-Chardonnay-Riesling White (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langhorne-crossing-2008-verdelho-chardonnay-riesling-white-langhorne-creek/,White Blend,2008,Langhorne Crossing ,Red,Italy,"This is a super-extracted and modern interpretation of Barbera that almost goes overboard. The wood elements are distinct and not integrated yet, so you should give this wine a year or two more in the bottle. It's also jammy, thick and raw with dense, chewy extraction.",Terranuda,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Marcaurelio 2007 Terranuda (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcaurelio-2007-terranuda-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Marcaurelio 13.4,White,US,"Dry, tough in tannins and acidic, this Merlot isn't offering much now. Despite a rich, concentrated vein of cherries, it's a hard, almost old-fashioned wine. Your best bet is to age it, but no guarantees. Try after 2012.",,35,86,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2005 Merlot (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2005-merlot-napa-mount-veeder/,Merlot,2005,Mayacamas 13,Red,Italy,"With a cheerful label that resembles a newspaper headline, Wine Philosophy is a thin and brambly Dolcetto with aromas of wild flower, forest floor and white cherry. There's a tiny touch of light effervescence that leaves a spicy prickle on the tongue. Pair this wine with sliced mortadella.",Wine Philosophy,15,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Asti,,Massimiliano Vivalda 2008 Wine Philosophy (Dolcetto d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimiliano-vivalda-2008-wine-philosophy-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dasti/,Dolcetto,2008,Massimiliano Vivalda 13,White,South Africa,"A touch overripe and indulgent, this Chard needs a little more vibrancy to enliven its heavy character. Mushy peaches, banana and mealy cantaloupe emanate from the bouquet while flavors of buttered popcorn and oaky spice dominate the palate. Try with a heavy cream-based dish to downplay the wine's own richness.",,25,86,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2008 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2008-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Thelema 13,Red,Italy,Despite its age (the wine is from the 2005 vintage) this Barbera d'Alba is impressively vinous and fresh with bright berry notes backed by some prune and plum nuances. It's tart and chewy in the mouth.,Colbertina,25,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tenuta L'Illuminata 2005 Colbertina (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-lilluminata-2005-colbertina-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Tenuta L'Illuminata 12.5,Red,Chile,"Light and airy, with red fruit and tea aromas. The palate is fairly acidic but not harsh or sour; flavors of pie cherry are balanced and sweetened by caramel, yet the finish is lean and quick, with citrus peel and zest. More of a lighter-bodied refresher with just a spot of oak.",Clava,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2009 Clava Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2009-clava-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Quintay 13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly herbal and leafy on the first pass, but airing shows a good mix of olive, creamy blackberry fruit and buttery oak. The flavor profile brings candied cherry/berry fruit and an herbal touch, and the finish is juicy and feels right. Standard but more than respectable at this price point.",,10,86,Rapel Valley,,,Lucky7 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky7-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lucky7 14.4,Red,US,"Way too tannic to earn a higher score, although the dryness is welcome, and the blackberry and black cherry flavors are complex, augmented with floral, licorice notes. The tannins hit the mouth hard, and are unlikely to age out.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Steven Kent 14.1,White,US,"Dry, ripe and exotic. Made from the Musqué clone, it shows melon, lime, mineral and white pepper flavors, with a touch of New Zealand-style gooseberry, brightened with crisp acidity. There are some green, feline notes that will make the wine controversial. Tasted twice.",Hyde Vineyards,27,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Selene 2009 Hyde Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2009-hyde-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Selene 14.5,Red,US,"Blended from all five Bordeaux varieties, this wine has fine, strong flavors of blackberries, black currants and oak, and is dry. The texture, though, is a bit edgy, with jagged tannins and bitter hints of raisins and mint. Drink now.",Felicity,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2006 Felicity Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2006-felicity-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sodaro ,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh, densely concentrated Barbera with a dark purplish hue to its ruby color and bright aromas of blueberry, raspberry and black cherry. There's not much complexity here, but the point of this wine is to be informal and a good partner to home cooked meals.",,,86,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Silvio Morando 2008 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvio-morando-2008-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Silvio Morando 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and sharp in acidity, this rustic wine needs rich meats and cheeses to clip its claws. Made from traditional Port varieties, it's quite rich in cherry, red currant and spice flavors. An interesting wine, and one that you wish were made with greater attention to detail. The appellation is within Lodi.",Rio Tinto Silvaspoons Vineyard,16,86,California,Central Valley,Alta Mesa,Lee Family Farm 2008 Rio Tinto Silvaspoons Vineyard Red (Alta Mesa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lee-family-farm-2008-rio-tinto-silvaspoons-vineyard-red-central-valley-alta-mesa/,Red Blend,2008,Lee Family Farm 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy-going and traditional expression of Barbera that is not overstated or exaggerated in any way. In fact, fruit intensity is measured and the wine presents an informal, no-fuss but elegant front. You'll get aromas of cherry, blackberry and spice.",Ca' del Sarto,11,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Palladino 2008 Ca' del Sarto (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2008-ca-sarto-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Palladino 13,White,New Zealand,"Plump and round on the palate, this is a bit soft and lacking bite, but does offer a reasonably complex array of pungently herbal notes and melon and fig flavors. Drink now.",,10,86,Marlborough,,,Twin Islands 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-islands-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Twin Islands 14,Red,Italy,"Albera is a very well-valued Barbera d'Asti with chalky aromas of talc powder and schoolroom blackboard backed by cherries, blueberries and black fruit. Those polished mineral notes makes this is very interesting and unique expression of this native Italian grape.",Albera,12,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Araldica 2007 Albera (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araldica-2007-albera-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Araldica 13.9,White,US,"A brisk, likeable Chardonnay. It shows ripe flavors of pineapples, peaches, lemons and sweet limes, accented with crisp coastal acidity. A hint of oak adds pleasant notes of buttered toast and vanilla.",Reserve,14,86,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County,Angeline 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2008-reserve-chardonnay-other-sonoma-county-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Angeline 14.3,Red,US,"From Cabernet maestro Nick Goldschmidt, this Merlot-Cabernet Franc blend is eminently drinkable now. It's soft and dry, with gentle tannins framing jammy raspberry and cherry flavors.",Crazy Creek Estate Fidelity,15,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Goldschmidt 2007 Crazy Creek Estate Fidelity Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2007-crazy-creek-estate-fidelity-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Goldschmidt 13.8,Rose,France,"The weight here is palpable, sweet peach and strawberry going with richness. There is enough acidity, but the pepper edge is less attractive.",,25,86,Provence,Bandol,,Domaine de Souviou 2009 Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-souviou-2009-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de Souviou 10.5,White,France,"One of the many labels owned by the Grassa family of Domaine du Tariquet, this is so light and fresh that it just floats across the palate. It is citrus-crisp, with a tight apple skin texture. Great for apéritifs. Screwcap.",,10,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Pouy 2008 White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pouy-2008-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2008,Domaine de Pouy 13.5,Red,US,"This is a good Pinot Noir, but it lacks a certain vitality and complexity. The cherry flavors have an herbal, mushroomy edge. Would score higher if it had greater structural depth.",,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clos du Val 13.5,White,US,"Bone dry and hard in acidity, this is an austere Chardonnay that lacks richness, and hopes to trade on elegance. It has modest pineapple flavors, touched with smoky oak and lees. Defines a low-alcohol, minerally approach. Drink now.",,24,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Clos du Val 14.7,Red,US,"Something of a fruit bomb, with massive cherry, raspberry, currant, mocha and granola flavors, wrapped into a lightly tannic body. Brisk acidity fortunately provides balance to the fruit. Drink now.",Todd Brothers Ranch Old Vines,32,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2007 Todd Brothers Ranch Old Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2007-todd-brothers-ranch-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dashe Cellars 13.5,White,South Africa,Delicate floral aromas of peony and sweetgrass are supported by notes of citrus peel and sea water in the nose. The mouth offers subtle hard white peach and green banana flavors with accents of fresh herbs. Clean and well-balanced with an easygoing attitude and a lively finish.,,11,86,Western Cape,,,Brampton 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Brampton 13.5,Red,Israel,This wine shows its sweeter side with notes of cherry yogurt and soft vanilla bean alongside flavors of small red berries and dried herbs. Well structured and easy to drink.,Kayoumi Single Vineyard Kosher,39,86,Upper Galilee,,,Carmel 2004 Kayoumi Single Vineyard Kosher Shiraz (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2004-kayoumi-single-vineyard-kosher-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-upper-galilee/,Shiraz,2004,Carmel 14.5,White,US,"This Viognier takes the variety's exotic tropical fruit and orange flavors, combines them with minerals, and finishes off with a crisp bite of acidity. The result is a rich, elegant wine, with a hint of honeyed sweetness.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2009 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2009,Zaca Mesa 13,White,Australia,"Starts off tight on the nose, offering up only struck flint and citrusy notes, but broadens out on the palate to reveal flavors of melon and white pepper. Citrus and spice linger nicely on the finish. Drink now.",Organic,16,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2009 Organic Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-organic-viognier-south/,Viognier,2009,Yalumba 14.5,Red,US,"A very dry, acidic, rather severe Pinot Noir, made in a tighter, leaner style than most. If you find California Pinot too fruity, you'll like the streamlined raspberry, pepper and mineral flavors.",,30,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2007 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Paul Dolan ,Red,Italy,"Buoyant berry notes jump out of the glass in a very direct and vertical manner. You'll recognize aromas of black cherry, red apple and cassis berry. But there's also a slight notes of nut or spice at the back followed by soft, sweet fruit flavors.",,,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Silvio Morando 2007 Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvio-morando-2007-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Silvio Morando 13,White,New Zealand,"The bottle may not be traditional, but what's inside is typical Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, loaded with upfront passion fruit and hints of bell pepper. It fades a bit quickly on the finish, but it's a plump, medium-bodied example of the type and nicely balanced for the price.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Silver Birch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-birch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Silver Birch 14,Red,Chile,"Purple as they come, with minty, savory, charred aromas that dominate. Airing tones things down, revealing blackberry, spice, butter and creaminess along with big tannins, bite, clamp and weight. Among roasted, peppery big boys, this treads the line deftly and is worth the money.",Toro de Piedra,13,87,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2008 Toro de Piedra Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2008-toro-piedra-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Requingua 14,Red,Chile,"Starts out with proprietary aromas of clove, spice and cinnamon, and in the mouth it's a tannic grabber with forcefulness as well as ripe, sweet, menthol-infused berry flavors. Falls off somewhat on the finish, where butter and candy come in. Heavy and dark but still good for a New World Syrah.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,17,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2008 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Shiraz (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2008-capitana-barrel-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-cachapoal-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Viña La Rosa 14.5,White,US,"From one of the Russian River's premier Sauvignon Blanc producers, although recent vintages have slipped in quality. The '09 is a good wine, dry and crisp, with citrus, gooseberry and spice flavors. But it's missing the richness of earlier vintages.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rochioli 14,Red,Italy,"Ercolino offers an informal interpretation of Dolcetto with a nicely concentrated and dense appearance and loads of vibrant fruit aromas (raspberry and blackberry foremost). There are polished mineral tones here as well that emerge on the wine's dusty, drying finish.",Ercolino,15,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Rivetto 2009 Ercolino (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2009-ercolino-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Rivetto 14.8,Red,US,"Smells and tastes super-oaky, with dominating notes of vanilla, clove, dill and caramel. Although there's a ton of cherry, chocolate and raspberry fruit, sweet vanilla and toast still is the main element. Maybe it's going through a dumb phase and simply needs time. Try again after 2011.",Vintner Select,75,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2007 Vintner Select Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2007-vintner-select-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Pride Mountain 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is yet another wine from the Santa Carolina portfolio that shows vast improvement over previous vintages. The nose offers perfectly nice and easy raspberry and cherry aromas, and there's nothing off about the palate, which gives warm black cherry, plum and buttery flavors that morph into cocoa on the finish.",Reserva,13,87,Maule Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Santa Carolina 14,Red,Chile,"Slightly leafy and damp on the nose, but dense. The palate is solid, with dark cherry and raspberry flavors along with herbal, drying notes and a touch of late bitterness. Spicy late, with coffee on the finish. Carmenère, Petit Verdot and Shiraz is the blend.",Anke Blend 2 Carménère-Petit Verdot-Shiraz,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Anke Blend 2 Carménère-Petit Verdot-Shiraz Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-anke-blend-2-carmenere-petit-verdot-shiraz-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Santa Alicia 14,White,Australia,"Pinot Gris is trendy in Australia, which to date hasn't meant great things in terms of home-grown quality. This is a pretty good example, offering a broad, thick texture balanced on the finish by peppery spice, while melon and apricot flavors carry the midpalate. Drink it over the next 6–9 months.",,16,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Sidewood 2009 Pinot Gris (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sidewood-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-adelaide-hills/,Pinot Gris,2009,Sidewood ,Red,Italy,Tremendous value is offered by this nicely concentrated and intense expression of Barbera. Pure aromas of berries and white cherries emerge from the nose and the wine offers a blast of piquant freshness that would pair with spaghetti carbonara.,Berrò,9,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Pico Maccario 2008 Berrò (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2008-berro-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Pico Maccario 13.5,White,South Africa,"With only 1,500 cases produced, this beautiful estate Chenin Blanc has lots of character and complexity. The nose boasts stony minerality, white peach and baby's breath florals while the palate shows its sweeter side with honey, pressed peaches and tangerine oil. Balanced and full with a robust body and lingering finish.",Estate,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 2008 Estate Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2008-estate-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Morgenhof 13,White,Italy,"This special selection of Roero Arneis from vintner Pelassa offers a tart and perky ensemble of passion fruit, kiwi, mineral, citrus and peach aromas. You'll also be pleased by the crisp and focused impression it makes in the mouth.",San Vito,17,87,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Pelassa 2008 San Vito (Roero Arneis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2008-san-vito-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2008,Pelassa 13.5,Red,France,"The 18 months' barrel aging has given a strong toasty wood taste that smothers the black plum fruits. Six months could see better integration, but the juiciness is missing in the bone-dry tannins.",La Roque,25,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Mas del Périé 2007 La Roque Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-perie-2007-roque-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Mas del Périé ,Red,US,"This includes 8% Merlot in the blend. It's done in a warm, open, generous style, with spicy strawberry and pie cherry fruit. The wine displays itself broadly across the palate, thinning out in the finish, with citrus and black pepper.",Seven Hills Vineyard,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mannina Cellars 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannina-cellars-2008-seven-hills-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Mannina Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"On the nose it's sweet, smooth and seductive, but that's where the sweet nothings end. The palate is super concentrated and intense, with almost overpowering blackberry and boysenberry fruit. A high-octane red if there ever was one, and that's all hammered home on the warm, menthol-laden finish.",Reserva,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,MontGras ,Red,Italy,"Here's a very fresh and vinous smelling Barbera d'Asti with raw notes of chewy cherry fruit and bright forest berry. It's a simple, easygoing wine with a high dose of natural acidity to keep your palate refreshed.",Cipressi della Court,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Michele Chiarlo 2008 Cipressi della Court (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2008-cipressi-della-court-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Michele Chiarlo 14,White,South Africa,"A vibrant, easy-to-drink and attractively priced Viognier. Melon, pear and delicate citrus oil flesh out the creamy mouth. The finish lingers slightly but is clean and refreshing. Drink now.",Goats in Villages,14,87,Paarl,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2008 Goats in Villages Viognier (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2008-goats-in-villages-viognier-paarl/,Viognier,2008,Goats do Roam Wine Co. ,Red,US,"A 50/50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this brings sweet cherry flavors to the forefront, albeit with some noticeable volatility. You can taste it in the slightly vinegary finish; but that said, it's a perfectly pleasant wine with enough fruit to carry it for a couple more years.",FV Red Wine,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2006 FV Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2006-fv-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Foundry Vineyards 11,White,France,"Fine, fresh currant flavors topped with citrus are found on a wine whose aromas are all Sauvignon Blanc. There is a weighty element to give body, but the wine is mainly bright and fresh.",Côté,16,87,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2008 Côté Chardonnay-Sauvignon (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2008-cote-white-blend-chardonnay-sauvignon-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay-Sauvignon,2008,Domaine du Tariquet 13.5,Red,France,"A solid wine, one that is marked by dense berries, and dark chocolate, contrasting with intense acidity. The wine has weight to go with the black currant fruits. The finish is firm, the tannins lingering.",L'Originel,,87,Southwest France,Madiran,,Domaine du Crampilh 2006 L'Originel Tannat-Cabernet (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-crampilh-2006-loriginel-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet,2006,Domaine du Crampilh 12.5,Red,Italy,Gianni Gagliardo is a winery to watch and its fresh Dolcetto is a distinctive wine with a touch of green or wild herb mixed within a greater context of forest berry and cherry. This is a unique expression with good freshness and structure on the close.,,22,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Gianni Gagliardo 2009 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Gianni Gagliardo 12.5,Red,Italy,"Dolcetto San Rocco is a clean and elegant wine with a less obvious aromatic offering of forest berry, blueberry and spice. The wine is bright and tonic in the mouth with a touch of firmness on the close that helps keep the mouth refreshed.",San Rocco,16,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giacosa Fratelli 2008 San Rocco (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2008-san-rocco-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Giacosa Fratelli 9,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a vintage-dated sweet sparkling wine that opens with a crystalline, luminous appearance and enticing aromas of wildflower, white mineral, honey and stone fruit. The effervescence is tonic and firm and there's a playful touch of bitter almond on the close.",Millesimato Cuvée Platinum,14,87,Piedmont,Asti,,Gancia 2009 Millesimato Cuvée Platinum Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-2009-millesimato-cuvee-platinum-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,2009,Gancia ,Red,Italy,Here's a thickly extracted and dense interpretation of Barbera lavished over with intense secondary aromas of oaky spice and toasted wood. There's a lot of wood here that is offputting at first but that will hopefully find harmony with more years in the bottle.,Mongovone,35,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Elio Perrone 2007 Mongovone (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-perrone-2007-mongovone-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Elio Perrone 13,Rose,France,"Fresh and sprightly, this is a lively, crisp, red berry-flavored wine, smoothed by a touch of light caramel. The acidity carries right through, giving a great lift.",Perle de Rosé,,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2009 Perle de Rosé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2009-perle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Réal Martin ,Red,Italy,"Here's a tight and traditional Barbera with a compact bouquet of forest berry, earth tones and a dash of exotic spice. It is tart and crisp on the palate with an enduring note of wild berry that characterizes the close.",Collina La Mora,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Crivelli Marco Maria 2008 Collina La Mora (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crivelli-marco-maria-2008-collina-mora-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Crivelli Marco Maria 14.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and green in tannins, but otherwise a very nice wine. It's dry and rich in blackberries and black currants, with a fine coating of smoky oak. Give it a good decant and drink now and through 2012.",Crane Ranch Vineyard Hillside Block,44,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Brothers 2006 Crane Ranch Vineyard Hillside Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-brothers-2006-ranch-vineyard-hillside-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Crane Brothers 12.5,Red,Italy,"This young Dolcetto opens with loads of fresh fruit, but there's also a slightly musky smell at the back that gives the wine a touch of complexity. It's an earthy, warm wine with a full and velvety feel.",Fontanazza,18,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Marcarini 2009 Fontanazza (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2009-fontanazza-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Marcarini 14.5,Red,Israel,"The mouthfeel of this wine is beautiful, with a velvety texture and dusty tannins, and the lingering, coffee-infused finish seals the experience nicely. The attractive aromas and flavors of small red berries, cherry and red plum skins help to make this an easy-drinking choice with pairing flexibility.",Kosher Red Wine,35,85,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2006 Kosher Red Wine Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2006-kosher-red-wine-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Yatir 13.5,Red,Israel,"Brisk and vibrant with juicy plum, cherry and earthy herbal flavors. Accents of cocoa and thin mint develop on the lingering finish. Drink now.",Appellation Kosher,24,84,Upper Galilee,,,Carmel 2006 Appellation Kosher Merlot (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2006-appellation-kosher-merlot-upper-galilee/,Merlot,2006,Carmel 13,Red,Chile,"This kosher Cab is rubbery and leathery, with medicinal berry fruit aromas. The palate is plump but wayward, with herbal, roasted berry flavors and leafy, peppery accents. Hollow and bland on the finish, but still decent for the price.",Kosher,10,84,Central Valley,,,Terra Vega 2009 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-vega-2009-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Terra Vega 11.5,Sparkling,US,"This is a rather sweet bubbly made from indeterminate varieties the winery doesn't reveal. It's clean and zesty, with tropical fruit, green grape and vanilla flavors.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Ca' Secco NV Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-secco-nv-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Ca' Secco 13.5,White,US,"A fruity, direct Chardonnay that will appeal to fans for its peach, pear and oak flavors. Not especially complicated, but a fine example of the variety at a good price.",,10,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Shiloh Road 2008 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-road-2008-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Shiloh Road 13,Red,France,"Some bright black currant flavors are found on a wine that feels light and fresh, with some spice and a high acid content.",Cuvée Carolle,20,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2008 Cuvée Carolle Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2008-cuvee-carolle-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine de la Sauveuse 12.5,White,South Africa,"Made with organic grapes, this is an attractive Sauv Blanc with notes of gooseberry and hay alongside soft chalkiness and delicate green bean flavors. Thin and lean in the mouth with prickly acidity and a mouth-puckering finish.",The Ruins,10,83,Robertson,,,Bon Cap 2009 The Ruins Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-cap-2009-ruins-sauvignon-blanc-robertson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bon Cap 14.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes Porty, with baked raisin flavors that are dry, bitter and tannic.",,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,San Simeon 14.6,Red,US,"A harshly sharp, rather green wine, with scoury wintergreen and blackberry flavors. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",Estate,35,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Wofford Acres 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wofford-acres-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wofford Acres ,Red,France,"97-99 Barrel sample. Rich, sweet and concentrated, with a definite spicy character and sweet, soft tannins. This is richer than many Pétrus in the past, textured like velvet, but with final acidity.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pétrus ,Red,US,"In this new vintage of Sorella, Cabernet Sauvignon is again right out front at 72% of the blend. Here the fruit seems more subdued, the wine tight, the dense tannins showing graphite and mineral more than new barrel flavors. It definitely needs decanting.",Sorella Red Wine,64,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2007 Sorella Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2007-sorella-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Andrew Will ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A powerful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, solid in structure. The wine is rich and concentrated, very textured. Great spice go with just enough fresh acidity, in this big wine.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lafite Rothschild ,Dessert,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Very gold in color, this is a wine that seems initially closed, tight, only slowly showing its full panoply of richness, density and sweet final acidity.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Lovely, velvet textured wine, with acidity and some spicy wood. The texture is so ripe, the tannins voluptuous, smooth and textured, a light touch of chocolate. Magnificent rich wine.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A super-rich wine, but one that has managed to retain a superb balance. It is powerful, dense and concentrated, but there is also complexity from the wonderful juicy fruits.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pavie 14.6,Red,US,"The 76% Cabernet Sauvignon is melded with 17% Merlot, 4% Carmenère, and 3% Malbec, creating a stunningly dense, polished, tight wine. It's light years away from the Leonetti's of the 1980s—compact and loaded with black fruits, pepper, fresh herbs, rock, earth, toast and smoke. It's so tight that it's almost impossible to dissect. It needs time—a lot of time.",,85,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Leonetti Cellar ,Dessert,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. The aromas are immense, dried apricots, sweet jelly and honey. The palate shows considerable power, richness, a wine that is packed with intense, biting botrytis, very spicy.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Myrat ,Dessert,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A wine that is so concentrated and dense, spiked with acidity, dry botrytis and soft final fruit. It is definitly rich, not essentially sweet, but a power-packed wine.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Sigalas Rabaud ,Red,US,"Superb fruit highlights this tight, sculpted Syrah. It's extremely dense, with deep and intense raspberry and cassis fruit flavor, augmented with coffee grounds, smoke and iron filings. Complex, detailed, balanced and deep—what more can a wine give you? This is drinking very young and surely needs to be decanted. But already displaying amazing power.",,20,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Rulo ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Big ripe fruit, packed with classic blackcurrant flavors, topped with wood and sweet, juicy fruit tannins. An impressive, solid wine, very elegant at the same time.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pichon Longueville ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A very solid wine, showing tight wood, plum skins, power. It is much richer than usual at Haut-Brion and this gives a chunky character, the fruit a part of the very tannic structure. The aftertaste is firm, dry.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Brion ,Dessert,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Very spicy, packed with fresh ginger, this is a delicious wine, tasting fresh but with an additional burst of supreme ripeness.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Rayne Vigneau 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayne-vigneau-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Rayne Vigneau ,Dessert,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Ripe and sweet, initially very much a wine on the surface, but then one that offers an impressive density of botrytis, sweet apricots and complex biting honey.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Fargues 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fargues-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Fargues ,Red,US,"A completely different blend from the winery's 2006 Ciel, this reflects Chris Camarda's growing enchantment with Cabernet Franc, which is now 45% of the blend. Most of the rest is Merlot—a Right Bank style. The concept works. It captures the sleek minerality of the site, and puts the fruit into tight, laser-like focus. The wine seems almost crystalline—sharp-edged and reflective, with penetrating angles and offset flavors.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,53,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2007-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Andrew Will ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Black, dense fruits, licorice and dark chocolate over prunes and ripe figs. This is a spicy wine, with the acidity of the fruit forming a great balancing counterweight. Very complete.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos Fourtet 14.2,White,US,"Guaranteed to please the most discriminating Chardonnay fans for its dry crispness, great structure and endless opulence. Massively complex, offering waves of grilled pineapple, pear, buttered toast and smoky vanilla. The grapes came mainly from Bien Nacido Vineyard, with the balance from Sierra Madre. Only 338 cases produced.",Reserve,32,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Rusack 14.9,White,US,"Bob Cabral's Chardonnays sometimes get lost in the brilliant glare of his Pinot Noirs, but he has spent years exploring the rich, flamboyant side of the variety, with great success. This bottling represents William Selyem Chardonnay at its best. It's ultra-decadent in apricot and pear flavors, with a strong oak influence, and yet an underlying minerality and fine acidity balance it so that it doesn't tire as you drink. In fact, you want more.",Heintz Vineyard,50,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Williams Selyem 14.4,White,US,"Huge, rich, white Burgundy style Chardonnay. Has a pie-filling fruity richness of pineapples, lemondrop, pears, kiwi fruit and exotic kumquats, balanced with fine, minerally acidity, and wrapped into a buttercream texture. The oak is flamboyant, but perfectly in keeping with the wine's volume. Dazzling and dramatic, from a vineyard that just keeps performing better and better.",Clos Pepe Vineyard,38,96,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ojai 2007 Clos Pepe Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2007-clos-pepe-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Ojai ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Darkly dense, but with fruit that bears the weight of wood and tannins, this is opulent in its texture, beautifully structured, the Cabernet blackcurrant flavors shining through.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Saint-Pierre 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Saint-Pierre ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Concentrated and dense, the fruit here is powered by blackberry and cranberry tannins, as well as by the spicy wood. The wine is soild and firm, obviously powerful",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lynch-Bages ,White,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Haut-Brion's white wine is always a point of reference for a vintage. This has richness and power, but guards great freshness, citrus, lime zest, and beautiful spicy wood.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Haut-Brion ,Dessert,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Poised well between complex dry botrytis and very sweet, ripe fruit, this is a concentrated wine, full of richness rather than total sweetness. There is a final burst of spice.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Guiraud 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiraud-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Guiraud ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A wine that feels big but not heavy. With a solid structure, the wine shows black density at the same time as the blackcurrant juice of Cabernet shines through.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Montrose ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Big and powerful, structured, with bitter chocolate and blackberry flavors. The wine is dense, the fruit enormous. But it does manage to keep freshness.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Ducru Beaucaillou ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Big and ripe, a wine that showers you with ripe tannins, black plum and licorice flavors, and the most dusty tannins. An impressive and seriously concentrated wine.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Trotanoy 14.3,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal, from the Loess, Seven Hills, Pepper Bridge, and Mill Creek Upland vineyards. A deep, intense take on Merlot, it's so dark and concentrated that it dances on the )edge of bitterness, but in a style reminiscent of the finest Italian Merlots, that use that flavor to define and elucidate a dark and potent wine. In the mouth it fills out with luscious cherry and plum and blackberry fruit, baking chocolate, coconut and nougat. Yet it remains sleek and stylish, with a strong licorice note.",,70,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Leonetti Cellar ,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. So velvet, you cannot imagine that this is also a powerfully dense and tannic wine. The black berry fruits have just the right ripeness, while the texture is soft, spiced a little with wood. Under the extreme richness, powerful chocolate and delicious final acidity.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Latour ,Red,US,"This Père de Famille is 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the rest split between Merlot and Petit Verdot. Sweet, pure fruit—black currants and black cherry and blackberry—is packed tight, concentrated and polished, but needing hours to breathe open. Dense, dusty, complex, complicated, this wine is sophisticated beyond description.",Père de Famille,60,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2007 Père de Famille Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2007-pere-famille-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Betz Family ,Dessert,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. A wine that shows intense spice, with ginger and grated nutmeg. This lies over the top of the ripest yellow fruits, added to mango, sweet pears and a fresh, final character. Complex wine with an immense future.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Coutet 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Coutet ,Red,US,"Awesome Cabernet from this esteemed vineyard in Oakville. Defines the modern Napa style in the perfectly ripe black currant and blackberry fruit, and the ultra-refined tannins. Hard to exaggerate the depth and length, the sheer opulence of this 100% Cab. It was aged in 80% new French oak, which adds even richer notes of wood smoke and sweet vanilla. Should evolve slowly through 2020, but only 75 cases were produced.",Beckstoffer To Kalon,130,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2007 Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2007-beckstoffer-to-kalon-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Alpha Omega ,Dessert,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. Complex wine, packed with sweetness, apricots and the ripest, smooth honey. A fine wine, beautifully rich and ripe, finished with acidity. A great wine.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Suduiraut 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suduiraut-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Suduiraut ,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. An impressive wine, a true return to form for Cheval Blanc. The fruit is enormous, packed with sweet black berry juice, and with a brilliant freshness. There is a lovely smoky character, topped by ripe figs.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cheval Blanc ,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. Ripe, sweet but also intensely juicy, a delicious wine, full of sweetness and rich complexity. The new wood element is there, but just brings out the beauty of the fruit.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Léoville Barton ,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. A powerful wine, packed with tannins from structured Cabernet fruits. It exudes muscularity, intensity and concentration. The wood element is present. Maybe the final freshness is missing.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Léoville Las Cases ,Dessert,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. A powerful, complex wine, its layers of sweetness mixed with a total dryness from botrytis. The wine is impressively rich, considerably inspired by dried fruits and spice. Certainly for aging over decades.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château la Tour Blanche ,Dessert,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. Concentrated and dense, this is a wine that fits well into the power of 2009. There is richness, but as well there is great elegance, a great structure of richness and sweetness, with the final bite of honey.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rieussec 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rieussec-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Rieussec ,Red,US,"Marvelously fragrant, with seductive scents of cherries, rocks and chocolate, which, along with the astonishing color saturation, suggest a wine of immense power. The 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc blend shows perfect ripeness with flavors of rock and acid preserved. This wine has it all—depth, blue and purple fruits, polished tannins—and probably a 25-year lifespan.",Champoux Vineyard Red,55,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Buty 2007 Champoux Vineyard Red Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2007-champoux-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2007,Buty ,Red,France,"97-99 Barrel sample. It may be 14.5 percent alcohol, but, with its huge freshness, the wine almost sings with elegance. The texture is opulent, with intense black fruits and a core of solid tannins. Impressive balance.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Ausone ,Dessert,France,"97-99 Barrel sample. A tasting from several barrels, because the chateau has not made the final blend, so the rating is provisional. But the wine is so rich, with an almost perfect balance of acidity and ripeness, allied to a complete purity of honeyed botrytis. However the final wine turns out, it will be magnificent.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Climens 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-climens-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Climens ,Red,France,"97-99 Barrel sample. A wonderfully structured wine,it combines impressive purity of fruit with delicious, mouth-watering acidity, The dry structure holds this elegant structure perfectly in place. A great success.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Red,France,"98-100 Barrel sample. A superb wine, with the purest fruit, great freshness and ripeness. It is certainly structured with dry tannins, but the blackcurrant freshness is all there. The wine has a great limpid, flowing feel, lbut also power.",Barrel sample,,99,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pontet-Canet ,Red,France,"98-100 Barrel sample. Sumptuous, opulent, with gorgeous ripe fruit, and yet under 14 percent alcohol. The firm tannins are almost smothered by the delicious fruits. It is a great wine that expresses both the natural exuberance of Palmer and the rich fruit and balancing freshness of the vintage.",Barrel sample,,99,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Palmer ,Dessert,France,"98-100 Barrel sample. The aromas are so rich and powerful, with great ripe apricots. There are honey, spice and beautiful sweet spiced pears. This is an extraordinary wine in an extraordinary year in Sauternes.",Barrel sample,,99,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Yquem 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dyquem-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château d'Yquem 14,Red,US,"Just barely drinkable, with sweet and sour raspberry fruit sauce flavors.",,13,80,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fair Hare NV Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fair-hare-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Fair Hare 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and syrupy, a simple wine with sugared raspberry flavors. But it's clean and drinkable.",,9,80,California,California Other,California,Kumbaya NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumbaya-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Kumbaya 14.6,White,US,"Dull and uninteresting, with some simple apricot flavors and unripe vegetal notes. Acceptable for its dryness and crispness, period.",,10,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Soleau 2008 Viognier (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleau-2008-viognier-sierra-foothills/,Viognier,2008,Soleau 13,White,New Zealand,"Strongly vegetal, with notes of ramps and other odiferous veggies. Disappointing.",Grey Ghost,27,80,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2008 Grey Ghost Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2008-grey-ghost-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Jackson Estate 13.9,Red,US,"Harsh texture, sharp acidity and green tannins. Won't age.",,36,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cantara 2007 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantara-2007-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2007,Cantara 13.9,Red,US,"Soft and sweet, like melted raspberry and cherry jam.",,15,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Ca' Momi 13.5,Red,Chile,"Something's definitely not clicking with this wine. It has sweet, heavy beet and horseradish aromas, and there's a burnt harshness to the whole package. The palate shows a hard scour as well, with sour, strange, underdeveloped flavors. Just a tough, heavy wine with little charm.",60/40 Reserve Barrel Select,12,81,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2007 60/40 Reserve Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-60-40-reserve-barrel-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Santa Ema 13,Red,Chile,"Bright in color but that's where the excitement ends. The nose has plum, cherry and nail polish aromas, while the palate is sour, sheer, overly acidic and tartaric to the max. Way too sour and sharp.",,9,81,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sundance 14.9,Red,US,"Brings out Cab's herbaceous side, with an aroma of grilled asparagus and black pepper. An unsuccessful wine that's simply not ripe.",Flood Family Vineyards,24,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2007 Flood Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2007-flood-family-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rancho Sisquoc 13,Rose,US,"Not dry at all, as the label promises, but overtly sweet, with vapid, sugary flavors of raspberries and cola.",dry Rosé of Sangiovese,14,81,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2009 dry Rosé of Sangiovese Rosé (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2009-dry-rose-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Rosé,2009,Alexander Valley Vineyards 13,Rose,US,"Frankly sweet, with raspberry and cherry vanilla flavors that are marred with a scent of feline emission.",,16,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elizabeth Rose 2009 Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elizabeth-rose-2009-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2009,Elizabeth Rose 15.5,Red,US,"Despite the price, this wine is no bargain. It's soft, a little sweet and Porty, with a hot mouthfeel from high alcohol. Okay in a pinch with barbecue.",,13,81,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fair Hare NV Zinfandel (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fair-hare-nv-zinfandel-north-coast/,Zinfandel,,Fair Hare 13.8,Red,US,"Drinkable, but just barely, even at this everyday price. It's soft and cloyingly sweet, with raspberry and cocoa flavors.",,10,81,California,North Coast,North Coast,Shiloh Road 2007 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-road-2007-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,2007,Shiloh Road 14,Rose,Chile,"For whatever reason, this wine consistently fails to impress. Once again, it's vegetal and pickled, with forced flavors of candy and too much residual sugar. Forget it if you only drink dry rosé.",Santa Digna Reserve Rosé,10,81,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2009 Santa Digna Reserve Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2009-santa-digna-reserve-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Miguel Torres 12.5,Rose,US,"A drinkable but unbalanced wine. It's sweet in jammy raspberries and cherries, with awkwardly tart acidity.",Molino De Viento Estate Syrah,24,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Wofford Acres 2009 Molino De Viento Estate Syrah Rosé (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wofford-acres-2009-molino-viento-estate-syrah-rose-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rosé,2009,Wofford Acres 14.5,White,US,"Simple, sweet and cloying, with sugary flavors of pineapples, peaches and pears.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Maddalena 15.3,Red,US,"Dry, harsh and rather dull, an overly soft wine with cherry and raisin flavors. Ready now.",Lewis Vineyard,29,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cantara 2007 Lewis Vineyard Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantara-2007-lewis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2007,Cantara 15.4,Red,US,"Despite alcohol listed at 15.4%, this seems thin, with watery cherry fruit and not much else. A plastic sensation is all that's left after a quick finish.",Kestrel Vineyard,28,82,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pend d'Oreille 2006 Kestrel Vineyard Sangiovese (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-2006-kestrel-vineyard-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2006,Pend d'Oreille 15,Red,US,"There are some funky aromas in this wine, and it's also hot. On the plus side are some good currant and spice flavors. Drink now.",,35,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lionheart 2007 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionheart-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Lionheart 13.8,Red,US,"A soft, sweet, simple Cab, with the sugary flavors of a raspberry power bar.",,10,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Shiloh Road 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-road-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Shiloh Road 14.5,Red,US,"Jammy, ripe and simple, with cherry, raspberry and raisin-currant flavors, finished with peppery spices. There's a Porty taste throughout, and a burn from high alcohol, that place this wine into the rustic category.",Old Vine,11,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Gnarly Head 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Gnarly Head 14.8,Red,US,"Soft and melted, with syrupy-sweet flavors of raspberries. A simple, rugged wine for backyard picnics and such.",Old Vine,11,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Zynthesis 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zynthesis-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Zynthesis 15.3,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and hot, with simple cherry candy and teriaki beef flavors.",,10,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Soleau NV Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleau-nv-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,,Soleau 13.5,White,South Africa,Lean and tart with sour citrus notes alongside jarring acidity and medium weight.,,10,82,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2009 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2009-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2009,MAN Vintners 13.5,Rose,US,"Dark in color, and too heavy in weight for a rosé. And it's not clearly dry, as the label says. The cherry and vanilla flavors have a sweet finish.",Dry Rose of,10,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2009 Dry Rose of Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2009-dry-rose-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Pedroncelli ,Red,Italy,"There are pungent aromas here of alcohol and fruit, that when coupled with the wine's naturally high acidity, rip through the palate with determination and force. There's also a very strong oak element here that has yet to find harmony with the rest of the wine.",Vigna del Salice,,82,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Franco Mondo 2007 Vigna del Salice (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-mondo-2007-vigna-salice-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Franco Mondo 14.5,White,Chile,"Oily, chunky and smelling of cider. The palate seems more flat and cloying than it should be for Casablanca, and the flavors are jumbled melon and generic tropical fruits. Seems a little oxidized, which is not good for a wine that's only two years old.",Duette,20,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Indomita 2008 Duette Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2008-duette-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Indomita 14,Dessert,Australia,"The other four d'Arenberg stickies from 2008 are top-notch, so the winery can be forgiven this misstep. The dried apricots on the nose seem singed, while the flavors of burnt orange peel finish slightly bitter.",The Noble Prankster,19,82,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Noble Prankster Chardonnay-Semillon (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-noble-prankster-white-blend-chardonnay-semillon-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay-Semillon,2008,D'Arenberg 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Alba from the warm 2005 vintage definitely seems past its prime. The wine is browning and dark with aromas of candied fruit and dried beef. The mouthfeel, however, is pleasantly marked by crisp, spicy freshness.",,20,82,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina del Monastero 2005 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2005-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Cascina del Monastero 12.5,Red,Italy,"Kroara opens with a tired, slightly browning appearance and offers raw berry flavors with sour cherry and cranberry. Zippy freshness helps pick it up in the mouth.",Kroara,10,82,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2008 Kroara Barbera (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2008-kroara-barbera-piedmont/,Barbera,2008,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra ,Red,US,"Stiff and leathery, this 100% varietal Carmenère is barely ripe, with alcohol at 12.6% and green, stemmy tannins. The natural herbal character of the grape seems exaggerated, and the leathery finish shows no ripeness at all.",Chelle den Millie Vineyard,36,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 Chelle den Millie Vineyard Carmenère (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-chelle-den-millie-vineyard-carmenere-columbia-valley-wa/,Carmenère,2007,Basel Cellars 15,Red,US,"Too ripe, with pruny, raisiny flavors that are Porty and hot in high-alcohol, glyceriney heaviness. Defines a certain style, but not really balanced or food-friendly.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,35,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Brazin 2007 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazin-2007-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Brazin 14.2,White,US,"Sour and green, with minty, feline spray aromas and flavors. Despite some citrus notes, it's pretty lean.",Flood Family Vineyards,14,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2009 Flood Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2009-flood-family-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rancho Sisquoc 15.5,Red,US,"Too soft in structure, with a collapsed feeling behind the cherry-berry flavors, and also too high in alcohol. Glycerine gives the wine a sweet taste, although it's probably technically dry.",,19,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom 2006 Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-2006-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2006,Chatom 15,Red,US,"Hot in alcohol, Porty-sweet in raspberry and cherry fruit, but soft in acidity, this is a simple wine in a good-looking bottle.",,28,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Dono dal Cielo 2007 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dono-dal-cielo-2007-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2007,Dono dal Cielo 13.6,Red,US,"Sharp in acids and jammy, this simple, everyday Merlot offers raspberry, cherry, anise and spice flavors that finish slightly sweet.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Stephen Vincent 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery and roasted, with charred aromas that suggest compost and burning brush. The palate has size and plumpness, but the flavors are damp and roasted, with meatiness overriding fresh fruit. Lush but earthy and burnt tasting.",,9,83,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2008 Shiraz (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley/,Shiraz,2008,San Elias 13.8,Red,US,"Dry and simple, with tobacco and tart cherryskin flavors, but it's pretty good for the price.",,10,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Shiloh Road 2007 Syrah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-road-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast/,Syrah,2007,Shiloh Road 13,White,New Zealand,"Past its prime, with herbal, leafy notes dominating the nectarine and melon fruit. Soft and even a bit sweet, with a chalky finish.",Regional Reserve,15,83,Marlborough,,,Glazebrook 2008 Regional Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glazebrook-2008-regional-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Glazebrook 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts off fine, marked by hints of sweat, stone fruit and honey, but it's chunky on the palate, with a sense of sweetness that deadens the finish.",Ana,16,83,Marlborough,,,Eradus 2009 Ana Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eradus-2009-ana-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Eradus 13.5,Red,Italy,Sweet aromas of ripe berry fruit and some earth tones create a slightly awkward nose that lacks balance. Those mature fruit notes come on a bit too strong and the wine ends with bitter fruit aromas. The mouthfeel is characterized by good acidity and good density.,Ronchetti,18,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Dezzani 2008 Ronchetti (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dezzani-2008-ronchetti-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Dezzani 14.8,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet, Syrah and Zinfandel is simple, soft and overtly sweet. It has berry, cherry, currant and chocolate flavors that taste sugary, like pie filling.",Twisted Sisters Main Squeeze,25,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calcareous 2007 Twisted Sisters Main Squeeze Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-twisted-sisters-main-squeeze-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Calcareous 13,Rose,France,"Fat and full, with simple clean fruit, strawberry juice and orange zest. Soft aftertaste.",Terres de Saint-Louis,15,83,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Le Cercle des Vignerons de Saint-Louis 2009 Terres de Saint-Louis Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cercle-vignerons-de-saint-louis-2009-terres-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2009,Le Cercle des Vignerons de Saint-Louis 12,Rose,France,"Raspberry-flavored wine, light, crisp and fresh. It has bright acidity, a wine for the summer.",Seigneurs de Bergerac Rosé,,83,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Yvon Mau 2009 Seigneurs de Bergerac Rosé Merlot (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2009-seigneurs-bergerac-rose-merlot-bergerac/,Merlot,2009,Yvon Mau 13.5,White,US,"Straddles the line between dry and sweet, with sugary flavors of oranges and vanilla. A good, clean wine, with brisk acidity, but somewhat simple.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Ca' Momi 2008 Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2008-muscat-other/,Muscat,2008,Ca' Momi 13.5,Red,Chile,"Round and ultra oaky on the nose, with creamy mocha aromas. The palate and finish follow suit, meaning a creamy oak feel and flavor dominate. Along the way it's all vanilla, mocha and candy. Smooth and creamy but where's the character?",Estate Bottled,8,83,Lontué Valley,,,Korta 2009 Estate Bottled Carmenère (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-2009-estate-bottled-carmenere-lontue-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Korta 14.5,Red,US,"Good blackberry fruit in this wine, but the tannins are pretty strong, and so is the acidity, which gives a sharp, green mint feeling that grows stronger through the finish. Ready now.",,24,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2007 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2007,San Simeon 14.5,Red,US,"A good, rugged Zin for washing down burgers and ribs. It's rich in fruit, soft and lusty, with big tannins framing cherry, berry, cocoa and spice flavors.",Old Vine,19,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Zinfandelic 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zinfandelic-2006-old-vine-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2006,Zinfandelic 14,Red,South Africa,"A little unbalanced in the mouth with soft tannins but a firm hot, alcohol streak throughout. The nose is earthy with notes of forest floor and stale coffee, but the finish veers toward confectioned sweet hard candy.",,9,83,Western Cape,,,Thorntree 2008 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorntree-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2008,Thorntree 14.5,Red,Australia,"In the heat of the 2008 vintage, it may have been a mistake to further dry 20% of the grapes for this wine. The result has turned out chocolaty-ripe, but also with a touch of raisining evident, and while there's volume, there's also a certain lack of midpalate richness.",Jester,23,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2008 Jester Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2008-jester-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mitolo 13.5,White,South Africa,"Apple core, nectarine and woody spice flesh out the medium-weight mouth, with hints of clove and melon rind lingering on the finish. Clean and satisfying.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,Sunshine Organics 2009 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunshine-organics-2009-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Sunshine Organics 14,Red,Australia,"A disappointing effort, this medium-bodied Cab-Merlot blend lacks weight and richness, instead delivering rather confected plummy fruit, tinged with vanilla and eucalyptus.",The Cracker Estate Grown,17,83,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2007 The Cracker Estate Grown Cabernet Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2007-cracker-grown-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Merlot,2007,Hope Estate 14.5,White,US,"Dry and crisp in acidity, with savory citrus and flower flavors braced with minerals. There are some green notes that detract, however.",J.D. Hurley,17,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Martin Ranch 2009 J.D. Hurley Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2009-jd-hurley-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Martin Ranch 13,White,New Zealand,"A disappointing effort under this label, with only modestly intense notes of green apple, tangerine and tomato leaf. Seems rather soft.",,20,83,Marlborough,,,Main Divide 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-divide-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Main Divide 13,White,New Zealand,This lightweight example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc features hints of green bean or asparagus as well as grapefruit flavors that fade quickly on the finish.,Composite,,83,Marlborough,,,Ara 2008 Composite Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ara-2008-composite-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ara 15.3,Red,US,"Soft, simple and superripe, almost candy-sweet, with jammy cherry and raspberry flavors. Could almost be a dessert wine. On the plus side, it's clean and vibrant. If you like your Zins cola-like, it's for you.",Old Vines Block 817,32,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cantara 2008 Old Vines Block 817 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantara-2008-old-vines-block-817-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Cantara 13.1,White,US,"Passes muster for its tropical fruit and vanilla cream flavors. Turns a little cloying and sweet on the finish, though.",Ruth's Vineyard,21,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cantara 2007 Ruth's Vineyard Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantara-2007-ruths-vineyard-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2007,Cantara 14.5,White,Chile,"Neutral on the nose except for some popcorn and quiet pear/apple. The palate has a wan feel and nutty, salty flavors of baked apple and banana. Salinic on the finish and regular at best.",Estate Collection,9,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2009 Estate Collection Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2009-estate-collection-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Viu Manent 13.5,White,US,"Straddles the line between dry and off-dry, and veers into the latter. Shows sweet flavors of citrus fruits, vanilla and meringue, like a pastry. Good, but palls after a few sips.",,11,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2009 Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Kenwood 15,Red,US,"Fruity-sweet and very full-bodied, with powerful, jammy cherry and spice flavors, edged with baked brown sugar. A little too brawny, even for Zin.",Sonoma Heritage Vines,18,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 2008 Sonoma Heritage Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2008-sonoma-heritage-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Rancho Zabaco 13,White,Chile,"Melony and fleshy as most Central Valley SBs tend to be. There's not much zap, crispness or life blood here, so catch it now for the minimal amount of lemon and green apple it's giving. Finishes wet and round, with some mild bitterness.",,9,83,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2009-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sundance 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dry, earthy and leafy, with herbal red-fruit aromas. The palate has a lean scratchiness to it along with snappy, drying, roasted berry flavors. Burns a bit on the finish and overall it doesn't bring enough body and ripeness to the table.",Armador,12,83,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2008 Armador Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2008-armador-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Odfjell 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Light in body, modest in intensity, this kosher offering offers little more than hints of stone fruit and citrus tinged with tomato leaf. Drink up.",Kosher,20,83,Marlborough,,,Goose Bay 2008 Kosher Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-bay-2008-kosher-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Goose Bay 13.5,Red,US,"Very fruity, offering a fruit stand of raspberries, cherries and blackberries, even hints of milk chocolate. Loses a few points for the structure, though, which is too soft and syrupy.",Rosso di Napa,10,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2008 Rosso di Napa Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2008-rosso-napa-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Ca' Momi 14.1,Rose,US,"Rather heavy and full-bodied for a blush wine, with a dark color and considerable weight in the mouth. The raspberry, cherry and vanilla flavors are tasty, but the wine lacks the airy lightness and elegance you want in a good rosé.",Caton Vineyard Syrah,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2009 Caton Vineyard Syrah Rosé (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2009-vineyard-syrah-rose-sonoma-valley/,Rosé,2009,Ty Caton 12,White,South Africa,"A soft, approachable Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of yellow florals, ruby red grapefruit and yellow pepper. Riper peach flavors unfold in the mouth supported by solid acidity and a clean finish, Drink now.",,10,84,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2009-sauvignon-blanc-robertson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Robertson Winery 13.4,White,US,"Bone dry and crisp in acidity, with a lean minerality in the way of Santa Ynez Sauvignon Blancs, this bottling has vibrant citrus and floral flavors. It's compromised by an unripe, green note that makes it somewhat sour.",Estate Grown,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Star Lane Vineyard 2008 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2008-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Star Lane Vineyard 13.5,Red,Chile,"Bold like a punch in the face, with olive, charred beef, herbs and bramble on the nose. The palate is narrow but sturdy, with tough tannins and flavors of herbal berry fruit and olive. Lemony as well, with a short finish.",Crucero Reserva,13,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2007 Crucero Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2007-crucero-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Siegel 13.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit broad on the palate, this wine offers ample melon and fig flavors but lacks that vibrant zesty character that so often sets Marlborough Sauvignon apart from the pack. Drink now.",Momo,22,84,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2009 Momo Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2009-momo-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Seresin 13.5,Red,US,"A tasty, simple and rather sweet wine. It has fruit juice flavors of pineapples, mangoes, apricots and peaches.",The Angel's Fare Saralee's Vineyard,30,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lionheart 2008 The Angel's Fare Saralee's Vineyard Marsanne-Roussanne (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionheart-2008-angels-fare-saralees-vineyard-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2008,Lionheart 13.5,White,South Africa,"Immediate aromas of chalk and peach waft up from the glass, followed by flavors of green lime and asparagus in the round mouth. The finish is a little heavy, but the flavors are nice and it should be a nice companion to summery soups and grilled vegetables.",,11,84,Western Cape,,,MAN Vintners 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,MAN Vintners 13,White,Chile,"Not disappointing given the price. There's some toast and tropical fruit on the nose, and then pineapple and mango flavors. The acidity runs a bit sharp, but overall this is a reasonable, warm-climate, tropical Chard for the money.",Reserva,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2009-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Luis Felipe Edwards 13.5,White,South Africa,"Nice herbal notes unfold in the bouquet with notes of lime rind, underripe peach and soft bell pepper coming through in the mouth. The finish is clean, like fresh-cut grass, and the overall experience enjoyable.",Manor House,19,84,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2009 Manor House Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2009-manor-house-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Nederburg 13,White,Chile,"Tropical on the nose, with aromas of pineapple, mango and lychee. The palate is plump and highly regular, and the flavors of green banana and pithy orange and citrus are not much to ponder. Perfectly drinkable if well chilled, but it's not bringing a lot to the table.",Estate Selection,11,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2009 Estate Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2009-estate-selection-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Aresti ,Red,US,"From a mix of vineyards, this tastes of berries, raisins, cooked plums, and baking spices. The tannins are hard and slightly bitter, and there seems to be a hint of residual sugar, perhaps to mitigate the bitterness.","""M""",22,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),"Basel Cellars 2007 ""M"" Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-m-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Basel Cellars 11,White,Australia,"This seems to be an attempt at an Italianate style, with modest alcohol levels (11%) and the accompanying lack of fruit expression. It's largely neutral, with hints of underripe pear and white pepper that combine with chalky notes on the finish.",,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2009 Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Jacob's Creek 15.4,Red,US,"Almost all the oak is new or one year old, and the wine tastes and smells over-oaked, with clove, vanilla and caramel notes dominating. Underneath is a high-alcohol wine, whose cherry and blackberry flavors taste hot, sweet and jammy. Impresses for sheer volume, but is unbalanced, and not going anywhere.",Bismark Mountain Vineyard,48,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 2006 Bismark Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2006-bismark-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Hanna 14,Red,South Africa,"“The Affair” refers to the relationship between the French and Italian varieties in the blend. Sadly, this isn't the hottest affair, with the strong game, red currant, strawberry hull, milk chocolate and smoky dried salami notes all downplayed by the lean mouth and waxy finish.",Temptation The Affair,28,84,Walker Bay,,,La Vierge 2008 Temptation The Affair Red (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vierge-2008-temptation-affair-red-walker-bay/,Red Blend,2008,La Vierge 12.8,White,US,"Shows the spicy flavors of Mendocino Gewürztraminer, with citrus, tropical fruit and wildflower notes that have a tangy finish of minerals and acids. The wine is a bit simple and sweet, although the price is pretty good.",,12,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Gewurz 2009 Gewürztraminer (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gewurz-2009-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Gewurz 12,White,France,"A bright, creamy wine with light acidity and flavors of green fruits, pears and a strong streak of grapefruit.",Seigneurs de Bergerac Blanc,,84,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Yvon Mau 2009 Seigneurs de Bergerac Blanc White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2009-seigneurs-bergerac-blanc-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Yvon Mau 12.5,Red,Italy,Cantina Tre Serre is a well-priced and informal Barbera with a thin and informal style backed by fruity freshness. There's even a tiny touch of effervescence that adds a perky and peppery sensation to the mouthfeel.,Cantina Tre Serre,11,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2008 Cantina Tre Serre Barbera (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2008-cantina-tre-serre-barbera-piedmont/,Barbera,2008,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 13.9,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and simple, with blackberry, cherry and mocha flavors. Basically dry, but tastes as sweet as jam. Syrah, Cabernet and Mourvèdre.",Paso del Sol,30,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Phantom Rivers 2007 Paso del Sol Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phantom-rivers-2007-paso-sol-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Phantom Rivers 12.5,Rose,France,"A fresh, high-acid wine, with flavors of raspberry and apple. It's crisp, with fruit that is barely ripe. Needs plenty of chilling.",,14,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Provence Rosé 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provence-rose-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Provence Rosé 13,White,New Zealand,"This wine's pungent bouquet comes close to resembling ammonia in its sweatry intensity, yet it rounds out surprisingly well on the palate, where melon fruit and a touch of sweetness emerges. Drink up.",,14,84,Marlborough,,,Mount Fishtail 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-fishtail-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mount Fishtail 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with slightly sweet pie-filling flavors of cherries and mocha. A decent, everyday wine for picnics, barbecue and such.",,15,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,181 2008 Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/181-2008-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,2008,181 14.1,Red,US,"Made from Cab Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, in that order, this is a very flavorful wine, with rich blackberry, black currant, cocoa and cedar flavors. But it's very sharp in acidity, with a jalapeño pepper burn that limits its appeal.",Chukker,20,84,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2009 Chukker Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2009-chukker-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Happy Canyon Vineyard 15,Red,US,"Good black cherry flavors in this dry wine, but the texture is askew. It's sharp in acidity and edgy in tannins, giving it a difficult mouthfeel.",Reserve Estate Grown,28,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 2007 Reserve Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2007-reserve-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Ironstone 13.5,Red,US,"The old saying, you get what you pay for, is perfectly illustrated by this simple Pinot Noir. It's not bad, though, and at this price, will perform the useful function of introducing budding Pinotphiles to the variety.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Lucky Star 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky-star-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lucky Star 13.8,White,US,"Tastes frankly sweet, with sugary flavors of pineapple marmalade, vanilla custard and butterscotch. It's clean in acids and spicy in the finish. If this is your style, enjoy.",,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Longevity 2009 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longevity-2009-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2009,Longevity 13.5,Red,Italy,"This young wine opens with some notes of burnt matchstick and bacon fat, but those aromas seem to fade off fast enough. What's left behind is blueberry fruit and a piquant touch of spice or black pepper.",Costa di Bussia,15,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Tenuta Arnulfo 2009 Costa di Bussia (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arnulfo-2009-costa-bussia-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Tenuta Arnulfo 10.7,Dessert,US,"Honey-sweet in orange and vanilla flavors, this wine has a good backbone of acidity that makes it crisp and clean. Drink it with vanilla desserts or even cheesecake.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2009 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2009-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2009,Redtree 11.3,White,US,"Made in a frankly off-dry to sweet style, this Riesling's citrus and honeysuckle flavors are balanced with zesty acidity and a bracing minerality.",Flood Family Vineyards,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2009 Flood Family Vineyards Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2009-flood-family-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,2009,Rancho Sisquoc 13.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with a mix of toast and dusty, herbal aromas, and with time it turns more saucy than precisely fruity. A bulky wine with a chunky mouthfeel and fleshy flavors of herbal plum. A late wave of tartness and more herbal flavors cements things into place.",Selected Terroir,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Selected Terroir Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-selected-terroir-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Ema ,White,US,"Oaky and strong in jammy fruit, this Chardonnay has potent pineapple, tropical fruit and buttered caramel popcorn flavors. It's also quite acidic. Would benefit from greater control and nuance.",,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossbarn-by-paul-hobbs-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs ,Red,US,"This is a Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc blend. It's tannic and rustic, with some green character along with a roasted, raisiny fruit flavor. Cinnamon and mocha barrel flavors fill out the finish.",Desert Wind Vineyard Ruah,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2007 Desert Wind Vineyard Ruah Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2007-vineyard-ruah-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2007,Desert Wind 12.6,White,New Zealand,"Light and herbal, with a modest core of grapefruit flavors. Grassy notes soften on the finish, allowing some chalky notes to come through. Drink up.",,10,84,Marlborough,,,Frenzy 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenzy-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Frenzy 14,Red,Chile,"Tomato leaf, herb and spice aromas mix with green-leaning raspberry and marshmallow sweetness on the nose. The palate is gritty and tough, with salty, herbal cherry and brambly flavors. Short and choppy on the finish.",Gran Reserva,14,84,Curicó Valley,,,Espiritu de Chile 2007 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-chile-2007-gran-reserva-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Espiritu de Chile 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A decent effort, if nowhere near up to the level of the winery's Chardonnays, Kumeu River's 2008 Sauvignon Blanc starts off with some slightly rubbery notes that give way to pungent herbs and a touch of grapefruit. Finishes stridently herbal.",,19,84,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2008-sauvignon-blanc-kumeu/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Kumeu River ,Red,US,"This has so much raw, rough oak flavor when first opened that the fruit is nearly invisible. Tempranillo may well have a real future in the Walla Walla Valley, but first it has to be freed from the woods. Give this plenty of breathing time.",Righteous,24,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Righteous 2008 Righteous Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/righteous-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Righteous 14.7,Red,US,"Dry and soft, with the taste of cherry, roasted almond, crunchy granola and fig health candy bar. Enjoyable, but simple. Drink now.",Flood Family Vineyards,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2007 Flood Family Vineyards Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2007-flood-family-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,2007,Rancho Sisquoc ,Red,US,"Long past its January 2008 release, this dark, chewy, tannic Merlot is still tough and unyielding. The blend includes 20% Malbec, and the wine has quite a lot of peppery herb, but not much in the way of actual fruit flavor. Simple and dark.",Quail Series,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2006 Quail Series Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2006-quail-series-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Covey Run ,Red,Italy,"This light-bodied expression of Barbera d'Asti offers sharper tones of pungent wild berry, Indian tea and bitter cranberry followed by firm acidity. This is a tonic and steely wine that would pair with salami, sliced ham or cheese.",Ca' La Mandrana,,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cantine Cavallotti 2007 Ca' La Mandrana (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-cavallotti-2007-ca-mandrana-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Cantine Cavallotti 13.5,Rose,France,"Broad, ripe wine, its red berry fruit with an edge of sweetness and caramel. It is easy, soft and pleasant.",Croix de Basson,15,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Vignerons de Correns 2009 Croix de Basson Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-correns-2009-croix-basson-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Vignerons de Correns 13.5,Red,Australia,"Effectively the third-tier effort from this producer (there's a regular bottling and a reserve in vintages that warrant them), the 2008 Little Yering is nonetheless a respectable Pinot Noir. It's undeniably herbal in tone, but matches those elements with modest cherry fruit, a slightly chunky texture and a tangy finish. Drink now.",Little Yering,13,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2008 Little Yering Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2008-little-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Yering Station 14.4,Red,US,"A little too soft, which makes the extracted cherry and currant flavors feel heavy, and accentuates the tannins. It's a basically good wine, but rustic. Petite Sirah and Nebbiolo.",La Mancha Estate,35,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Wofford Acres 2008 La Mancha Estate Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wofford-acres-2008-mancha-estate-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Red Blend,2008,Wofford Acres 15.6,Red,US,"A dry, hot, high-alcohol Zin with peppery flavors of cherry pie filling, red currants and licorice. Fine with barbecue.",Block 2 Vineyard,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,IL Gioiello 2006 Block 2 Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-gioiello-2006-block-2-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2006,IL Gioiello ,Red,Italy,"There are ripe notes here of raspberry roll-up, bramble, tea and even a touch of berry yogurt that makes this Barbera muddled and hard to understand. Bitter notes of black steeped tea appear in the mouth and leave a slightly bitter aftertaste.",Violanda,,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Dario Cocito 2007 Violanda (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dario-cocito-2007-violanda-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Dario Cocito 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This plump, medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc features distinct notes of fig and nectarine alongside hints of passion fruit. It's a bit sweet and simply fruity, finishing without much length. Drink now.",,12,84,Marlborough,,,Cupcake 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cupcake ,Red,US,"Although this is Ste. Michelle's widely available Merlot offering, it breaks the mold by being held back a considerable time prior to release. It's an unusual wine, with scents of overripe, raisined fruit, a streak of tobacco and black licorice, a soft midpalate, and some bitterness in the finishing tannins.",,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2006 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Chateau Ste. Michelle 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Seems a bit heavy and sweetish-tasting, but compensates with hints of melon and fig underscored by white grapefruit. Drink up.",,10,84,Marlborough,,,Overstone 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/overstone-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Overstone 11.5,White,France,"Highly perfumed aromas announce this wine. It first tastes of candy shop, and then adds in acidity, fresh apples and some rich white fruits. Screwcap.",Les Quatres Cepages,10,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Pajot 2008 Les Quatres Cepages White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pajot-2008-quatres-cepages-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2008,Domaine de Pajot 13.5,White,US,"There's a fruit juice quality to this Chard, like an apricot, peach and pineapple blend you buy in the supermarket. It has refreshing acidity and a clean finish.",,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Ca' Momi 13,White,US,"Good price for an everyday white wine. The citron, pineapple, apple and honeysuckle flavors are a little sweet, but cleansed with brisk acidity.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,,Barefoot 13,White,New Zealand,"From a veteran Marlborough producer, this is an interesting mix of sweetness, tartness and herbaceousness. A honeyed note doesn't quite mesh with the leafy, herbal overtones, while crisp acids come on strong on the finish.",,16,84,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Allan Scott 13.9,Red,US,"A sharp, grainy Cabernet, with green tannins and a resulting hard cut of acids. Shows just enough blackberry, cherry and currant fruit, softened with sweetly smoked oak, to earn its score.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Angeline 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Angeline 13,Rose,France,"This soft, full-bodied rosé does lack acidity, but there are plenty of strawberry and caramel characters. Drink this summer.",Cuvée Suivez-moi Jeune Homme,,84,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Château des Annibals 2009 Cuvée Suivez-moi Jeune Homme Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-annibals-2009-cuvee-suivez-moi-jeune-homme-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2009,Château des Annibals 13,White,France,"Light and creamy and just fresh, this is a pleasant if bland wine. It has pear and bubblegum flavors, the acidity only a hint.",,,84,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Château de Saurs 2009 White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saurs-2009-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2009,Château de Saurs 13.5,White,US,"Good varietal flavors of citrus fruits, wildflowers, gooseberries and vanilla in this wine, along with crisp acidity. On the downside is too much sugary sweetness, which makes it cloying.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Charles Krug 14,Red,Italy,"From vintner Carlo Boffa, this earthy Barbera from the 2006 vintage seems to have reached and passed its prime. Cured meat and Graham cracker aromas segue to pressed violets and candied fruit.",Buschet,,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Boffa 2006 Buschet (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boffa-2006-buschet-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Boffa 15.8,Red,US,"Tastes like it has residual sugar. Either that, or the enormously high alcohol is giving it a glyceriney taste. Maybe both. Whatever the cause, this Syrah is uncomfortably sweet through the finish, giving the blackberry and cherry flavors a candied quality. Ready now.",,34,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Calcareous 14,Red,Israel,"With 60% Shiraz and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a concentrated and intense wine with plenty of berry and plum fruits. Suggestions of cocoa nibs and sweet spice add interest, but the finish falls a little fast.",Appellation Kosher,24,84,Upper Galilee,,,Carmel 2006 Appellation Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2006-appellation-kosher-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-upper-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2006,Carmel 12,White,Australia,"A disappointing effort from this stalwart Clare Valley producer, but still a good wine, with pretty aromas of crushed stone, mint and lime. The mint becomes more medicinal on the palate, veering toward camphor or menthol, while retaining a citrusy edge and decent length.",,17,84,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2008 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2008-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Wakefield 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and quiet, with aromas of mushroom, black fruit and raisin. The palate feel is somewhat rough and rugged, with heavy, roasted black plum flavors. Baked and roasted on the finish as well, and slightly stewy as a whole.",Selected Varietal,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2008 Selected Varietal Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2008-selected-varietal-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Indomita 13.5,Red,Australia,"Smoky and pungent, with charred wood notes that impart a roasted quality to the dark, earthy flavors. A bit chunky and inelegant, but characterful.",Sexton Vineyard,30,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Giant Steps 2008 Sexton Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giant-steps-2008-sexton-vineyard-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Giant Steps 13,Rose,France,"Very soft, with good raspberry acidity and bright fruit. Fresh, crisp, clean, maybe a little unfocused. Screwcap.",,,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Estandon 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estandon-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Estandon 14.7,Red,US,"Rugged in tannins and a little too jammy-sweet in raspberries and cherries, this blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Syrah is basically a pizza wine.",Cutt Fearless Red,38,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2007 Cutt Fearless Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2007-cutt-fearless-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Hunnicutt 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Light and fresh, the emphasis here is on green herbs and citrus, with grapefruit, jicama and a garnish of tomato leaves.",,21,84,Marlborough,,,Rabbit Ranch 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rabbit-ranch-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Rabbit Ranch 14.5,Red,Australia,"This taut, tangy Pinot Noir displays plenty of intensity but lacks any sense of elegance. Maraschino cherries lead the way, ending up a bit rough and warm on the finish.",The Feral Fox,35,84,South Australia,Adelaide,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Feral Fox Pinot Noir (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-feral-fox-pinot-noir-adelaide/,Pinot Noir,2008,D'Arenberg 12,White,Australia,"Exotic to the point that one wonders whether other varieties have been blended in, with spicy hints of cardamom, cinnamon and clove, followed by ripe melon flavors. At least this is not a bland, neutral effort, although it may have a touch of residual sugar. Drink now.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Swan 2009 Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-swan-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Black Swan 13,White,South Africa,"A pleasant, easy-drinking wine with notes of lemon citrus, white peach and tart melon rind. Balanced and clean with a refreshing finish; a great pair with grilled fish or chicken.",,10,84,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2009 Chenin Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2009-chenin-blanc-robertson/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Robertson Winery 14.4,Red,US,"A good, useful Merlot. Dry and tannic, it has earthy flavors of black cherries, licorce, teriaki beef, Asian spices and oak.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Martin Ray 13.5,Rose,France,"In the classic Provence skittle bottle, this wine is very soft, light in flavor, dominated by raspberry and bright acidity. Great apéritif wine.",Cep d'Or,,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez 2009 Cep d'Or Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-presquile-saint-tropez-2009-cep-dor-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez 14.6,Red,US,"Feels good on the entry, with promising blackberry-cherry flavors and a bite of tannins, but quickly turns too soft and candy sweet. A decent, simple wine for drinking now.",Reserve,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2007 Reserve Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2007,Lava Cap 15.1,Red,US,"Lots of berry, currant, cocoa and bacon flavors in this wine, and also plenty of tannins. Good, but turns soft, hot and a little jammy-candied toward the finish.",Reserve,30,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2007 Reserve Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2007-reserve-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,2007,Lava Cap 14.6,Red,US,"Raisins and chocolate are the dominant themes of this rather sweet, tannic wine. It's very full-bodied and soft in acidity, and it finishes a bit hot.",Synnove,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2006 Synnove Petit Verdot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2006-synnove-petit-verdot-petite-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petit Verdot,2006,Midnight 14.5,Red,US,"Very forward in cherry, raspberry and cinnamon granola flavors, yet compromised by excessive sweetness and softness. It's not a Zin to have with a fine steak. Better with a burrito or burger in an inexpensive restaurant.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2007 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2007-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Rutherford Ranch ,Red,US,"Strongly herbal, with scents and flavors of leaf, root and stem. The flavors are more toward grass and herb than berry or fruit. It's got a peppery finish, pleasant but could be a little riper.",Roller Girl Red,17,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),SuLei 2008 Roller Girl Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sulei-2008-roller-girl-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,SuLei ,Red,US,"Rough and ready Zinfandel, with ripe wild cherry, currant and pepper flavors. It's a rustic, tannic, dry wine to wash down burgers and beef tacos.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2007 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2007-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2007,Stephen Vincent 14.2,White,US,"Lots to like in this Lake County wine. It's very crisp in acidity and clean, with a minerally scour to the lemon, lime and kiwi flavors. On the minus side, it's rather sweet, which gives it a fruit juice quality.",100% Musque Clone,15,84,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Fortress 2009 100% Musque Clone Sauvignon Blanc (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortress-2009-100-musque-clone-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fortress 12,White,South Africa,"Here's a nice and fresh Sauv Blanc with notes of tropical fruit, ripe gooseberry, tangerine and sweet grass supported by pineapple acidity. Balanced and easy to drink with a crisp, clean finish.",,8,84,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Two Oceans 13.5,Red,US,"Tough in acids and tannins, with a gritty mouthfeel. Although the blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors are very rich and pure, the wine's aggressiveness interferes with its enjoyment. Doesn't seem likely to improve with age.",Cuvée l'Etrier,75,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Notre Vin 2005 Cuvée l'Etrier Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-vin-2005-cuvee-letrier-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Notre Vin ,Red,US,"Roughly half of this is Barbera, the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. The Cab firms up the tannins, but the fruit lacks substance and depth, and the chocolaty oak does not add much interest.",Innovation,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Locati Cellars 2007 Innovation Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/locati-cellars-2007-innovation-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Locati Cellars 15.7,Red,US,"Delivers Zin's briary, brambly wild berry flavors with the punch of high alcohol, which gives the wine a sweet, hot finish. You should know also that the tannins are hard. Rustic, but clean and drinkable with everyday fare.",Mother Clone,15,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2008 Mother Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2008-mother-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Pedroncelli ,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright, ruby-colored Barbera with a vertical and immediate delivery of aromas of red apple, forest fruit and white almond. Those apple notes appear again in the mouth and the wine is crisp on the close.",,,84,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Mario Garrone 2008 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-garrone-2008-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2008,Mario Garrone 12,Sparkling,South Africa,"With its excellent carbonation and full, dry body, this is an easy-pleasing sparkler with notes of lime, ripe green apple and a hint of chalky minerality. The crisp, clean finish makes this a good option for an apéritif or to serve with casual appetizers.",Brut,16,84,Western Cape,,,Graham Beck NV Brut Sparkling (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-nv-brut-sparkling-western-cape-116504/,Sparkling Blend,,Graham Beck 13.5,Red,US,This is a wine to drink from a carafe in an inexpensive bistro with just about anything that makes you happy. The cherry-berry flavors will wash down everything from steak to fries.,Sultry Red Bistro Style,13,84,California,California Other,California,Hey Mambo 2008 Sultry Red Bistro Style Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hey-mambo-2008-sultry-red-bistro-style-other/,Red Blend,2008,Hey Mambo 14.5,White,US,"Somewhat simple and oaky, this Chard has green apple, pineapple cookie, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors. It's a pretty wine made for drinking now.",Estate Grown,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2008 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2008-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hanna 13,Red,France,"A spicy wine, with green tannins, a tight texture and a tart, stalky character. The wine seems too lean.",Cuvée Philippine,22,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2008 Cuvée Philippine Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2008-cuvee-philippine-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine de la Sauveuse 9,Dessert,US,"With overtly sweet orange and apricot fruit flavors, this qualifies as a dessert wine. The honeyed flavors are fortunately balanced with bright, crisp acidity. Nice this summer on the beach, with fresh fruit and ham sandwiches.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Barefoot ,Red,US,"It's a rustic, slightly raisiny Bordeaux blend (with a little Syrah also), sourced from excellent vineyards, but a bit overripe. Soft, forward and a little leathery, it's ready to drink up.",,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patit Creek Cellars 2007 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2007-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Patit Creek Cellars 12.5,White,Australia,Looking for a medium-bodied Chardonnay with a citrusy edge? Look no further. Peach and lime scents ease into tropical fruit while retaining that zestiness on the finish. Drink now.,Y Series Unwooded,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2009 Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-series-unwooded-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Yalumba 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit disappointing from veteran winemaker Alan McCorkindale, or maybe this is just sliding past its prime. The modest grapefruit notes, herbal overtones and tart finish are fine, but fail to excite. Drink up.",,19,85,Marlborough,,,Thatched Hut 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thatched-hut-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Thatched Hut 12.8,White,New Zealand,"Costco's private-label Sauvignon Blanc is priced right and offers a fruity mouthful of melon and gooseberry flavor. The citrusy finish is a bit short, but pleasant.",,7,85,Marlborough,,,Riparian 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riparian-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Riparian ,Red,Italy,"Here's an easygoing Barbera with some ripe notes of strawberry and raspberry followed by a compact mouthfeel and bright acidity. This is your quintessential pizza or pasta wine: simple, easy, bright.",,,85,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,,Mario Garrone 2008 Barbera del Monferrato Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-garrone-2008-barbera-barbera-monferrato-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Mario Garrone ,Red,US,"Light fruit, with milk chocolate in the nose and on the palate, yields a simple wine with tangy acidity. It's clean and fresh, but nondescript.",,26,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Locati Cellars 2006 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/locati-cellars-2006-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2006,Locati Cellars 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This bargain-priced offering combines tobacco leaf with Green Gage plum in a medium-bodied format. The flavors aren't quite as fresh and vibrant as the best examples, but it'll more than do for many occasions.",,10,85,Marlborough,,,Lobster Reef 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobster-reef-2008-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Lobster Reef 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Combines slightly pungent herbal notes with passion fruit and pineapple in a chunky, assertively fruity style that lacks a bit of elegance.",Aspire,15,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2008 Aspire Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2008-aspire-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Matariki 12.5,Rose,France,"Aromatic wine that shows fresh red berry fruits and a light texture. This is perfect apéritif material, its fruit bright and forward.",Arbaude,15,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Mas de Cadenet 2009 Arbaude Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-cadenet-2009-arbaude-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Mas de Cadenet 14,Red,South Africa,"A straightforward and vibrant Pinotage with notes of red cherry, raspberry, clove and cocoa. The palate is lively and fresh with medium acidity and a firm structure.",,15,85,Swartland,,,Painted Wolf 2008 Pinotage (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painted-wolf-2008-pinotage-swartland/,Pinotage,2008,Painted Wolf 13.5,Red,Australia,"Produced in association with Katnook Estate, this is an easy-drinking Cabernet with substantial oak influence. The cranberry and currant fruit is rather herbal and even peppery, but it's cushioned by cedar and vanilla, turning silky-textured on the finish.",,16,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Nick Faldo 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nick-faldo-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Nick Faldo 14.5,Red,US,"A good Cabernet, although it's a bit tough in the mouth, with chewy tannins and a rusticity that comes from unevenly ripened fruit. Still, it's dry and clean, with enough blackberry and oak flavors to satisfy.",,28,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Girard 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Girard 13.5,Rose,France,"Somewhat hard edged, this is as dry as possible, hinting at toast as well as lentils and quince. The acidity is balanced, but the wine shies away from the pleasure factor.",Cuvée S,18,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de Souviou 2009 Cuvée S Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-souviou-2009-cuvee-s-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de Souviou 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Rustic and earthy with smoke, bramble, rubber, wild berries and balsamic reduction in the forefront. The mouth offers more berry and ripe plum notes, leading to a sweeter mocha dominant finish. Drink now.",Dark Lady of the Labyrinth,20,85,Wellington,,,Doolhof 2008 Dark Lady of the Labyrinth Pinotage (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doolhof-2008-dark-lady-labyrinth-pinotage-wellington/,Pinotage,2008,Doolhof 15.5,Red,US,"Fierce in acidity, as Sangiovese tends to be, and with cherry pie flavors, elaborated with sweet, smoky oak. Somewhat one-dimensional, but pretty and bone dry, with a spicy finish. Ready now, and doesn't require decanting.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2007 Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2007-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2007,Eberle 14,Red,Israel,"Definitely a touch green on the nose with strong elements of black currant leaf and green bell pepper. Supporting notes of black plum, cherry skins and chai spice liven up the palate, leading through to the medium-length finish.",Appellation Kosher,24,85,Upper Galilee,,,Carmel 2006 Appellation Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2006-appellation-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-upper-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Carmel 13.5,White,Chile,"A touch oily on the nose but that's balanced by tropical fruit, pear and apple aromas. The palate has a chunky feel and weight to it along with melon and apple flavors. And it finishes the same, rounding out an inoffensive, standard package.",Estate Selection,11,85,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2009 Estate Selection Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2009-estate-selection-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Aresti 11.5,Sparkling,South Africa,"The sweet edge to this sparkler makes it quite attractive and a pleasant alternative to the more common dry styles typically served today. The nose offers notes of toast, apple skins and pineapple core while the mouth shows riper flavors of peaches and cream and a hint of honey. Overall, a fun and well-balanced semi-sweet sparkler.",Bliss Demi-Sec,16,85,Western Cape,,,Graham Beck NV Bliss Demi-Sec (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-nv-bliss-demi-sec-sparkling-western-cape/,Champagne Blend,,Graham Beck 13.5,White,US,"Dry, acidic and earthy, lacking the richness you want in a fine Chardonnay. Could almost be a Pinot Grigio, with its crisp citrus and mineral flavors.",,21,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2009 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2009,Justin ,Red,US,"The flavors are herbal, the tannins a little green, but no rough edges have been left. Could be a good burger bottle.",The Earth Series - Volume 1,22,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 The Earth Series - Volume 1 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-earth-series-volume-1-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Basel Cellars 14.7,Red,US,"Reeks of bacon and leather, from the aroma through the finish. Dig deep, and you'll find blackberries, black pepper and oak. A strange, soft wine that will appeal to some.",Larner Vineyard,26,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Phantom Rivers 2006 Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phantom-rivers-2006-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Phantom Rivers ,Red,US,"There's a whiff of volatile, hot fermentation aromas that overlie black cherry and smoky tar. In the mouth this is a chewy, earthy, smoky Cabernet, suitable for outdoor dining and grilled meats. The tannins are still showing a little green edge, but some extra breathing softens them up.",Berghan Vineyard,28,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pend d'Oreille 2006 Berghan Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-2006-berghan-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Pend d'Oreille 12,White,New Zealand,"Hints of struck flint and fresh grass accent passion fruit flavors in this plump Sauvignon Blanc. It's at once citrusy and round, soft in texture yet with a mouthpuckering sour tinge to the finish.",,16,85,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Omaka Springs 13.8,Red,US,"Although this Cab is nearly seven years old, it's still hard and tough in tannins, and the tart acidity suggests it will remain unbalanced for the rest of its life. If you can get past the sharpness, it has dry flavors of blackberries, cherries and currants.",,150,85,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Notre Vin 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-vin-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Notre Vin 12.5,Red,Italy,Here's a value wine and a fresh expression of Barbera that can be served with cheeseburgers and fries at an outdoor barbecue. The wine is informal and light and seems to be engineered for immediate consumption.,Castelvero,10,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Araldica 2008 Castelvero Barbera (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araldica-2008-castelvero-barbera-piedmont/,Barbera,2008,Araldica 13.5,White,US,"Good flavors of tangerines, Meyer lemons and limes in this crisply acidic white blend. It's pretty dry, and very clean. A nice, inexpensive and versatile by-the-glass wine for restaurants.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Kumbaya NV White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumbaya-nv-white-other/,White Blend,,Kumbaya 15.2,Red,US,"A good Zin, if a little rugged in tannins, with briary, wild blackberry, currant, chocolate and spice flavors that finish dry and tannic. A drawback is some slight unripeness that reveals itself as a hint of vegetable. Drink now.",Mountain Cuvée Estate,18,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2008 Mountain Cuvée Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2008-mountain-cuvee-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Gustafson Family 12.5,White,Australia,"Somewhat thick and pulpy in texture, with chunky apple, peach and musk melon fruit forming a fruit-cocktail of a Chardonnay. Simple, fruity and clean, with a citrusy note on the finish. Drink now.",Unoaked,19,85,South Australia,Padthaway,,Jip Jip Rocks 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jip-jip-rocks-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,2009,Jip Jip Rocks 15.8,Red,US,"Hendry has waited nearly four years to release this Zin, but it's not clear that age is on its side. The wine is dropping its raspberry-cherry fruit, but high, hot alcohol and hard tannins remain behind. Best now while it still has some richness.",Block 28,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2006 Block 28 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2006-block-28-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Hendry 13,White,Chile,"Lime aromas and modest minerality are proper given its origin, but it turns softer and sweeter the more time it airs out. The palate is fairly round, with lemon-lime and pineapple flavors. Citric if a bit pithy on the finish. Fine but average.",,10,85,Maule Valley,,,Lucky7 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky7-2009-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lucky7 13.5,Rose,France,"Brilliantly fresh wine, with vivid acidity, and attractive apple skin texture and final mouth-watering crispness.",Note Bleue,,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez 2009 Note Bleue Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-presquile-saint-tropez-2009-note-bleue-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu'île de Saint-Tropez 14.1,Red,Chile,"Quite raisiny, with an overweight personality conveyed through the nose. The palate is tannic, with black cherry and cola flavors thickened up by a full dose of raisin. Very sweet on the finish, but also hard and baked. Still reasonably good but it's less well balanced than in previous vintages.",Casa,13,85,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Casa Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lapostolle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out kind of murky and pasty, with gummy black fruit and compost aromas. Airing helps it escape that shell, and in the mouth there's rubbery blueberry flavors mixed with mildly tart rhubarb and bramble. Good enough, but doesn't do much to push the envelope that is Chilean Syrah.",Winemaker's Collection,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Simone 2008 Winemaker's Collection Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2008-winemakers-collection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Simone 12,White,New Zealand,"A lean, somewhat narrowly constructed Sauvignon Blanc, the 2009 Sentinel is best suited alongside raw oysters, clams and the like, where its dry, herbal, stony character will match the shellfish's salinity.",,14,85,Marlborough,,,Sentinel 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sentinel-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sentinel 14.5,Red,US,"Dark, dry and full-bodied, as Malbec should be, with blackberry, currant and dark chocolate flavors. It's a lusty wine, but a little sharp through the finish. Drink now.",,15,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Christine Andrew 2008 Malbec (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christine-andrew-2008-malbec-central-valley-lodi/,Malbec,2008,Christine Andrew ,Red,US,"Despite good vineyard sources, including DuBrul, Weinbau and Ciel du Cheval, this does not rise to the top ranks of Washington Cabernet Franc. The addition of 10% Sangiovese seems only to thin it out. It's astringent and herbal, with light cherry fruit.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Club Deluxe 2008 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/club-deluxe-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Club Deluxe 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barbera from the Monferrato subzone (believed to be the birthplace of this popular indigenous grape) that offers bright, youthful fruit tones and an easy, informal style. The wine is aged in stainless steel to maintain its fruity purity and freshness.",Fermo,,85,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Terre d'Aleramo 2009 Fermo (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-daleramo-2009-fermo-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2009,Terre d'Aleramo 14.5,Red,US,"Good, but a little lacking in depth and richness. The cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors are compromised by thinner notes of wintergreen and even a veggie touch.",,58,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rochioli 14.5,Red,Italy,Loacker/Corte Pavone is on a roll of late and is making some of the finest Brunello you will find. Organic farming practices have helped shape a truly tremendous wine with deep concentration and amazing intensity. The wine is rich and velvety and bursting with bright fruit nuances. Drink after 2015.,Riserva,75,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Corte Pavone 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-pavone-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Corte Pavone ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Firm, but solid, densely packed with tannins, new wood and a fine concentrated texture. It is big, but balanced, the only default being a high toast element.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Léoville Poyferré ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A firm, complex wine, solidly based on ripe tannins, dark flavors. There is some spice and juiciness to fit with the dense tannins.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Talbot ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Big, ripe, juicy wine, the tannins very solid and dark. It has layers of new wood, power and considerable density.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Camensac 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-camensac-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Camensac 13,White,France,"The name, referring to the flinty soil of the vineyard, says it all. It is a mineral wine that tastes of stony soil, flint and chalk. It has a great core of hardened steel, very firm, surrounded by intense green fruits, filled with apple juice and grapefruit flavors. For aging over 2–3 years.",Les Chailloux,23,93,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2008 Les Chailloux (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2008-chailloux-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Fouassier 14.7,Red,US,"At first blush this reserve seems more oaky, more open and more overtly alcoholic than the just-released Leonetti 2008 Merlot and 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon. After many hours of breathing time it fills in with pretty plummy fruit, toast, caramel, whiffs of smoke, cedar and cigar box, and dry tannins.",Reserve,135,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2007 Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2007-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Leonetti Cellar 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous Brunello with thick and succulent aromas of black fruit, spice, cedar wood, leather and pipe tobacco. It offers a lot of in terms of complexity and intensity but is never overdone or exaggerated. In the mouth, it fills the palate with beautifully bright cherry flavors.",,175,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Cerbaiola 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerbaiola-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Cerbaiola ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Wood dominant, smooth tannins and a open, generous texture. This is ripe and full in the mouth.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Branaire-Ducru 14.2,Red,US,"Shows real elegance and finesse in a variety that can sometimes get a little out of control. With smoothly polished tannins giving it a full-bodied mouthfeel, this single-vineyard wine has rich blackberry, black currant and pepper flavors. Fine now, and should develop for many years.",Nord Vineyard,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2007 Nord Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2007-nord-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Envy ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A immensely smooth, polished wine. The complement to this are the acidity, great fruit, making a modern, sophisticated wine.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Jean-Faure 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jean-faure-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Jean-Faure ,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Spice and lemon freshness combine into a delicious, bright wine, just a touch of Sauvignon herbaceousness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Latour-Martillac 13.8,Red,US,"Although this is the least costly of the winery's Pinots, it's a lovely wine. Blending from a vast source of vineyards has given winemaker Cabral the ability to fill in divots of every kind. Gentle and dry, this rich, complex Pinot Noir has the elegance and style you expect from Williams Selyem.",,34,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Williams Selyem 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"Also labeled “Artisan's Reserve” (on back label), this sources fruit from what may well be the best Syrah vineyard in the state. The powerful bouquet brings roasted meats, wild herbs, smoke, seaweed, and mountain berry fruit into play. The same mix of earth, herb, fruit and barrel carries on into the mouth. A Syrah lover's Syrah.",Boushey Vineyard Appanage,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Walter Dacon 2007 Boushey Vineyard Appanage Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2007-boushey-vineyard-appanage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Walter Dacon 13,White,France,"A brilliant wine, shining with bright fruits, fresh and crisp. The fact that it also has weight gives it an extra intensity of herbaceous flavors, lifted by green peas. There is a definite steely edge to the finish.",Chavignol,30,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Vincent Delaporte 2008 Chavignol (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-delaporte-2008-chavignol-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Vincent Delaporte ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Dark licorice, sweet fruits and ripe tannins. A wine that shows great fruits and freshness, while at the same time big, dark tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Dominique 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dominique-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Dominique ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Firm tannins, solid chunky, but with good ripe fruits and sweet tannins. The wine has structure, some bitter coffee, and fresh acidity.",Barrel sample,100,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de France 14.5,Red,US,"Just beautiful, showing Alexander Valley Zin at its best. Dry and full-bodied, it's enormously flavorful in spicy wild berries, with a cherry liqueur smoothness. But it's not high in alcohol, and is thoroughly balanced and elegant.",Family Estate Grown,19,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2007 Family Estate Grown Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2007-family-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Sausal 12.5,White,France,"A fine, concentrated, mineral-textured wine, with pink grapefruit and lemon zest flavors. It is vivid, fresh, layered with crisp acidity that blooms in the mouth. There is a great, taut aftertaste.",Vieilles Vignes,,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2007 Vieilles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2007-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Roger et Didier Raimbault 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The heavy bottle is the giveaway here—it shouts important wine. It does live up to its billing, with black, brooding fruits and tannins, and a dense core of dusty tannins, brightened with acidity. There is a final firm and spicy aftertaste.",Passadouro Reserva,,92,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2007 Passadouro Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2007-passadouro-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Passadouro 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bright Brunello opens with a medley of aromas that span from vanilla bean to Spanish cedar to cherry cola and blackberry. You'll love the harmony, intensity and immediate nature of the delivery. In the mouth, the wine is soft, structured and persistent.",Cupio,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pinino 2005 Cupio (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2005-cupio-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Pinino 14.4,White,US,"Offering none of the oaky, fruity richness of popular Chardonnays, this bottle needs to be figured out in a different way. It's super-dry, acidic and minerally, with citrus fruit flavors that seem barely touched by oak. It's a wine of structural integrity, made in the style of a great Chablis. One of the rare Chardonnays that should age.",,35,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2007 Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2007-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2007,Mayacamas ,White,US,"A classic Washington tasting-room Riesling—only better. Opulent and fruity, with apricots, star anise, mint, a very nice spicy streak that lifts it up, and adds a lot of complexity. Smooth and supple, it coats the palate, captures some floral highlights, even a bit of marshmallow.",,11,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Pacific Rim 14.2,White,US,"Rich and opulent, in the California coastal style. The grapes come from some respected Carneros vineyards, including Hyde and Stanly Ranch, and the pedigree shows in the balance of ripeness and acidity. With pineapple, mango, green apple, crème brûlée and buttered toast flavors, it's just delicious. Great with Dungeness crab and sourdough bread and butter.",,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Merryvale 14.4,White,US,"Has great weight and texture, with an unctuous, oily mouthfeel, and is crisp and dry. Almost like a great Chablis, with a tang of steel and minerals undergirding the limes, pineapples and wildflowers. The grapes are from the well-regarded Sierra Madre Vineyard.",,24,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fontes & Phillips 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontes-phillips-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Fontes & Phillips 13,White,France,"A rounded wine, very green and opulent. Like many of the Fouassier wines, this needs time to breathe, as it gradually begins to show its intense currant, star fruit and green herbal character. Then the steel core comes through with a great burst of final acidity.",Les Romains,23,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2008 Les Romains (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2008-romains-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Fouassier 14.5,Red,US,"This is a perfect Petite Sirah to cellar. It defines the Napa ageworthy style, with its beautifully ripe but hard tannins, deeply ripe flavors and overall balance. The blackberry, blueberry, black currant, licorice and black pepper flavors need time for everything to come together. Hold until after 2013.",Vaca Mountain,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2007 Vaca Mountain Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2007-vaca-mountain-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Envy ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Flavors of acid red berries dominate the wine, leaving the tannins and structure somewhat buried. The wine is very juicy, almost too fruity.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pavie Macquin ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Strong botrytis, very rich, totally honeyed. This is a powerful wine, very straight in its style, packed with the sweetest apricot jam.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Arche 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darche-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château d'Arche ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A wine that feels rather lean, severe almost. It has dark tannins, spice, plum skins, but also intense new wood.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Croizet-Bages 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizet-bages-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Croizet-Bages ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A big, dense wine, with wonderful blackcurrant juiciness. It is dense and powerful, balanced with the sweetness of fresh juice and spice.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Bellegrave 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellegrave-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bellegrave 14,Red,Italy,"Austere and brooding, here is a bigger style Brunello with opulence and loads of charm. The wine is intense and bright with aromas of black fruit, spice, toast, forest floor, cedar and cherry cola. The feeling it imparts is one of succulence, firmness and density. Drink after 2014.",,35,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caprili 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caprili-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Caprili 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tobacco leaf, new leather, forest floor and blackberry open the nose of this nicely ruby-colored Brunello di Montalcino. This wine delivers aromas of cedar wood, vanilla seed, black fruit and exotic spice. In the mouth, it is bright and tonic with sweet oak or cherry fruit flavors on the close. It's almost ready to drink now.",,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Camigliano 12.5,White,Portugal,"Alvarinho is the grape of northern Vinho Verde, giving a style that is rich and complex. The fruit here fits that character, packed with pear, apple and citrus flavors and a light texture of lime zest. Note: this wine is commercialized as Follies Alvarinho outside the U.S.",Alvarinho,13,92,Minho,,,Aveleda 2009 Alvarinho Alvarinho (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-alvarinho-albarino-alvarinho-minho/,Alvarinho,2009,Aveleda 14.2,White,US,"A rich, brisk and complex Chardonnay that shows cool-climate structure and the ripe fruit that comes from a good vintage and great viticulture, in a difficult growing region. The pineapple, pear and golden mango flavors are enriched with lots of smoky, buttery oak, and offset with crisp acidity. Decadent and delicious.",Paraiso Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2008 Paraiso Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-paraiso-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Bernardus 14.3,Red,US,"Bone dry, toasty, forward, and tart. The flavors orient themselves around a bright core of blueberry fruit. The Sangiovese grape's natural acidity gives structure and support; the fruit and oak are perfectly balanced. A strong streak of licorice and smoke weaves through the finish.",,60,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2007 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2007-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,Leonetti Cellar 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a subdued and elegant Brunello Riserva that plays its best cards on the quality of its aromas. There are fine and pristine notes here of forest berry, white cherry, cola and mesquite. The wine is soft and succulent with smooth, silky tannins.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Gode 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-gode-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Le Gode 13,White,France,"The clay soil of Pouilly gives extra richness to this wine, a creamy texture supporting pear and green plum fruits, with a delicious crushed herb aroma. It is powerful, very concentrated, needing 4–5 years aging.",La Demoiselle de Bourgeois,38,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Henri Bourgeois 2008 La Demoiselle de Bourgeois (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2008-demoiselle-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Henri Bourgeois 14,Red,Italy,"This is a bright and generous Brunello that will appeal to those who prefer succulent and meaty characteristics in their wines. There are notes here of red cherry, wet earth, toasted wood, black plum and even some green spice. The concentration is thick and dense. Sweet, chewy tannins appear on the finish.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta La Fuga 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fuga-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta La Fuga ,Red,US,"Smooth, satiny, seductive and deep, this exciting debut from a new winery shows first-class fruit sourcing and winemaking. The berry and cassis fruit flavors are ripe and polished, balanced with firm acids and hints of black olive and black tea in the tannins. Beautifully defined and balanced throughout, this is crafted for aging, but delicious already.",Lawrence Vineyard,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Southard 2007 Lawrence Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southard-2007-lawrence-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Southard ,Red,US,"All five Bordeaux varietals are blended with a bit of Syrah. Firm, dark and concentrated, the wine enters with alluring, complex scents of Asian spice, sweet hay, chamomile and coffee. Raspberry and cherry fruit is set against balancing acidity and ripe tannins. The finish adds coffee liqueur, smoke and tar.",The Illusionist Red,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2007 The Illusionist Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2007-illusionist-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Sleight of Hand 13,White,Australia,"The best Sauvignon Blanc yet from Shaw & Smith, the 2009 boasts terrifically fragrant aromas of passion fruit and pink grapefruit. It's intense and long, easily the qualitative equal of its top Kiwi cousins and better than most. Drink now–2011.",,25,92,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Shaw and Smith 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-smith-2009-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Shaw and Smith ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Lots of fresh acidity here, followed by a wine that is ripe, soft, open at first, then shows huge richness, complex and concentrated.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Suau 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Suau 13,White,France,"The name, and the weight of the bottle are almost self-explanatory. The wine is soft because it is so rich, the ripe fruit mainly into the yellow and tropical fruit realm, although with a biting edge to it. It is powerful, intense and concentrated.",Ultimus,,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Thomas & Fils 2008 Ultimus (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thomas-fils-2008-ultimus-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Thomas & Fils 14,Red,Italy,"A sweet note of vanilla and cinnamon emerges at first and is soon followed by cherry, coffee and leather. The wine is both soft and silky thanks to its cherry and bright fruit nuances. It also offers zesty freshness on the close.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Castiglion del Bosco 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello Riserva opens with a saturated garnet color and segues to aromas of blackberry, cherry, dried currants, leather, tar and Indian spice. There's a very nice juicy or chewy quality to the mouthfeel that gives the wine succulence and substance.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casisano Colombaio 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casisano-colombaio-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Casisano Colombaio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a gorgeous expression of Brunello di Montalcino with territory-driven notes of wet earth, forest floor, cherry and minty balsam-like overtones. The wine boats a thick, chewy texture with sweet berry flavors and loads of intensity and spicy persistency on the close.",,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collosorbo 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collosorbo-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Collosorbo 13.7,Red,US,"Reverie had some real challenges with tannins in this vintage. All their reds are super-hard and astringent, almost old-fashioned in their undrinkabiity during youth, and so it is with this reserve. It's quite rich in blackberries and smoky, oaky cedar wood, though, and possesses a structural integrity that should protect it for many years. So cellar it. 2013–2019.",Special Reserve,85,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2007 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2007-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Reverie ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Good dusty tannins, lively fruit, a wine that seems very complete. There is a touch of final wood and dark tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château la Vieille Cure 2009 Barrel sample (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieille-cure-2009-barrel-sample-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Vieille Cure ,White,US,"Showing a zesty mix of lime, citrus rind and rock in the mouth, it's dense and still a bit hard, but deep. A rich, textural, serious Viognier, there's plenty of fruit and depth for near-term drinking, but it gives the definite impression that it needs more bottle age to fully blossom.",,16,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rulo 2008 Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2008,Rulo 14.3,Red,US,"Very deeply flavored, with fine, ripe blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors, anchored with an earthy minerality. The finish is thoroughly dry. Yet it's also a very tannic wine, with a bracing, but fierce, mouthfeel that suggests time in the cellar. Better after 2013.",Napa Reserve,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2007 Napa Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2007-napa-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,White Oak 13,White,France,"An intensely mineral expression of Sauvignon Blanc, crisp, full of citrus flavors, deliciously fresh, but also complex. The wine is concentrated into a steel spring of ripeness, ready to burst from the glass.",Domaine Gérard Fiou,22,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2008 Domaine Gérard Fiou (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2008-domaine-gerard-fiou-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Henri Bourgeois ,Red,France,91-93 Barrel sample. Rich but beautifully elegant that guards great freshness on top of the Merlot richness. The tannins are structured but well integrated. There is a high spice character to finish.,Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tronquoy-Lalande ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Smooth wine, the tannins firmly placed within the ripe fruit. It is not heavy, only lightly extracted, full of the ripest fruit.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2009 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2009-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Potensac 14.5,Red,Italy,"Executed by vintner Claudia Ferrero, this remarkable Brunello Riserva shows enormous intensity and staying power. The wine's genuine aromas include wet earth, dried forest berry, leather, pipe tobacco and smoked bacon. The mouthfeel is rich and determined with polished tannins.",Riserva,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ferrero 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrero-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Ferrero ,Red,US,"Like its companion Cabernet, the Lewis vineyard designate is still quite hard and unyielding when first opened. The dense, complex aromas suggest the power locked up within, and the wine slowly emerges, at first peppery and herbal, yet layered and complex; then showing some silk and satin, with a strong licorice streak.",Lewis Vineyard,75,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2006 Lewis Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2006-lewis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Dunham 13,Red,Portugal,"Continuing the succession of fine wines from Aveleda's Quinta da Agueira in Bairrada, this is a powerful, firmly tannic but ultimately smooth wine. It has big ripe swathes of dark plums, figs and refreshing sweet acidity.",Follies,18,92,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2007 Follies Touriga Nacional (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2007-follies-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-bairrada/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Aveleda 14.5,White,US,"Shows the dramatic structure of a fine coastal Chardonnay, with crisp acidity and a bracing minerality framing ripe, lush flavors of pineapples, tangerines, pears and sweet, caramelized oak. Very rich and fine, deserving of the best shellfish, salmon, ahi tuna.",Alder Springs Vineyard,38,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Townley 2008 Alder Springs Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townley-2008-alder-springs-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2008,Townley 14,Red,Spain,"Really nice and lush, with an aromatic mix of tobacco, baked fruit, mocha, vanilla, shoe polish, earth and more. It displays a ripe, friendly feel and yummy flavors of mocha, chocolate and savory, subtle berry fruits. Layered on the finish, with lasting notes of fig, mocha and blackberry. Drink now through 2012.",Expression,59,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alidis 2005 Expression (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alidis-2005-expression-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Alidis 14.3,Red,US,"You should give this some time in the cellar, because right now, it's all about juicy primary raspberry and cherry fruit and sweet, smoky oak. Nothing's come together. We know that Pinot Noirs from these southerly, north-facing slopes of the valley yield wines of longevity, and this well-made, tart one, from such a well-regarded vineyard, should reward after 4–6 years.",The Ringneck La Encantada,50,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Armanino Family Cellars 2008 The Ringneck La Encantada Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2008-ringneck-encantada-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Armanino Family Cellars ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Rich and spicy wine, with dark tannins, very black fruits and a solid structure. At the same, very approachable, rich and juicy.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Petit-Village 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petit-village-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Petit-Village ,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. On the herbaceous side, the fruit crisp, green herbs, but still ripe. The apple skin texture gives a great tang.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Olivier ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. The firmest tannins, but over a good layer of ripe fruits, fresh acidity and a core of spicy wood.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Olivier ,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Full, ripe fruit, showing pear jucie, some wood spice and ripeness. It feels fat, full-bodied.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de France ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A big and powerful wine, packed with ripe fruits, solid tannins. But those tannins are sweet, well integrated into the fruit. Fine, rich and juicily ripe.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Clauzet 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clauzet-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Clauzet ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Definite wood aromas, the fruit buried under the high toast flavors. This gives dryness as well as extract. The wine comes across hard, tight, almost dark in character.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Canon ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Rich and smooth, with tannins that are ripe, some spice and also intense acidity. The blackcurrant character is dominant.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lalande-Borie 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lalande-borie-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lalande-Borie ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Very juicy wine, with high acidity, the fruit very fresh, bright, all blackcurrant fruits. The structure is light and brilliant.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut Bages Libéral 15,Red,Spain,"A pure and intense rendition of Priorato. The nose is stacked with minerality, smoke, ink and tough but regal black fruit aromas. It's powerful and concentrated in the mouth, with bold cassis and blackberry flavors in front of a long, flavorful, slightly lemony finish. Needs a few years to show its best; drink from 2011 through 2017.",Mas Sinén Coster,74,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Burgos-Porta 2007 Mas Sinén Coster Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-burgos-porta-2007-mas-sinen-coster-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Celler Burgos-Porta 14,Red,Italy,"Meaty characteristics of cured meat and bresaola open the nose of this vibrant, ruby-colored Brunello di Montalcino. You'll also get hints of wet earth, pressed violets and exotic spice. The wine's texture is smooth and soft and this food-friendly wine will be perfectly ready to drink in a few more years.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Castello Romitorio 12.5,White,France,"Silex is the French name for the flint over limestone soil that occurs in the Sancerre and Pouilly regions. There is a definite character of tight texture in this wine, very mineral while it also has ripe fruit. This is a new wine from Fournier, an impressive addition to the range.",Cuvée Silex,40,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2008 Cuvée Silex (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2008-cuvee-silex-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fournier Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Spain,"A big-time Priorato with tobacco, minerality and dark fruit aromas in front of a lush and smooth palate full of cola, blackberry and licorice flavors. There's all the power you could ask for but also complexity and layering that set up a minerally finish of mocha and coffee. Drink from 2011 through 2015.",Pissarres,34,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Priorat 2007 Pissarres Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-priorat-2007-pissarres-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Costers del Priorat ,White,US,"This is a great vintage for this wine, pure Roussanne from Ciel du Cheval vineyard grapes. It opens with high-toned jasmine, lemon and chamomile aromas, lightly touched with honey. Limes, pears and orange marmalade fill the midpalate, opening into a long, lingering finish dotted with white pepper.",,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Doyenne 2008 Roussanne (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2008-roussanne-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Roussanne,2008,Doyenne 13,Red,Italy,"The main aspect that sets Biondi-Santi apart is the delicate nature of its aromas. This is an elegant and feminine Brunello with bright berry nuances, floral notes, wild cherry and cola tones. There are subtle hints of vanilla and spice in the mouth with bright acidity. The 2005 vintage should hold another 10–15 years.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Biondi Santi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-santi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Biondi Santi ,White,US,"This low-alcohol (10.4%) dessert wine, finished with 11% residual sugar, is absolutely spot-on. Layers of textural detail amplify the concentrated core of lemon drop and candied orange, and an orange pekoe tea character adds still more flavor interest through the finish.",Late Harvest Reserve,19,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Late Harvest Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-late-harvest-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Silver Lake 14,Red,Spain,"Another great Tempranillo from Sierra Cantabria? Indeed it is. The nose bleeds cedary, sweet black fruit aromas and coconut, while the palate is pure and layered, with a lush feel and rich flavors of black fruits and chocolate. Long and lasting on the finish, and delicious overall. Approachable now but ageable for at least five years.",Cuvée,29,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2006 Cuvée (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2006-cuvee-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Sierra Cantabria 14,Red,Italy,"This is one of those immediate and generous Brunellos that will impress everyone who drinks it. Yet, it is by no means overdone: it delivers harmony and territory-driven aromas of cherry, violets, vanilla and wet earth. The mouthfeel is bright, tonic and vibrant with loads of cherry on the close.",,40,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polino 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polino-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,San Polino 13.5,Red,Italy,"Well balanced and well priced, this beautifully balanced Brunello by vintner Riccardo Campinoti offers tones of cherry, forest bush, cola, exotic spice and black licorice. It has a naturally meaty or succulent nature, yet it also speaks of Montalcino tradition. Drink after 2013 to allow the tannins to soften and the oak notes to fully integrate.",,30,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Ragnaie 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ragnaie-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Le Ragnaie ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Dark and tannic, very smoky. Perfumed fruits go with oak and a complex structure. The Cabernet tannins are rounded out by juicy Merlot. The alcohol shows in a touch of pepper.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Mazerat 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-mazerat-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Vieux Château Mazerat 14,White,US,"This is a big, ripe, rich and oaky Chardonnay, the kind that will seduce lots of people with sheer dazzle, although only 135 cases were produced so it's likely to be hard to find. Dry and crisp, it's concentrated in pineapple tart and peach marmalade flavors, accented with plenty of sweet, smoky oak, and brightened with crisp Monterey acidity.",Zabala Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2008 Zabala Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2008-zabala-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Mercy 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a fine Brunello Riserva with a thick and pulpy feel that is accented by aromas of cherry, wild berries, currants, exotic spice and pipe tobacco. The wine is smooth and rich with enduring fruit notes and silky tannins. There is a pleasantly sweet note of cherry and vanilla on the long finish. Drink after 2012.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Friggiali 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-friggiali-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenuta Friggiali 14,Red,Portugal,"Still young, this is a complex wine. It has layers of dusty tannins, spiced fruits, ripe blackberries and a dark structure. Black chocolate and licorice feed extra richness into the wine. Very smooth aftertaste.",Reserva,25,92,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2007 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2007-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta de Ventozelo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and brooding Brunello Riserva with modern tones of succulent fruit backed by sophisticated notes of spice, toast, chocolate and cola. This is definitely a bigger style with a bold and determined approach that also offers elegance and harmony.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere La Vigna 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-vigna-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Podere La Vigna ,White,US,"Thoroughly delicious. This captures a distinctive side of the grape that blends a sweet grassy herbaceousness with a lively mix of apple, lemongrass, citrus and orange peel, finished with the slightest suggestion of honey.",,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2008-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Upland Estates 14.3,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, made in a drier style that preserves elegance while maintaining a powerful varietal character. Feels pure and refined in the mouth, with deep, rich flavors of cherries and pomegranates and earthier notes of mushrooms, soy sauce, cola and licorice. Elegant and crisp, and an ager. Best now–2015.",Limited Release,55,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Windy Oaks 2007 Limited Release Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-oaks-2007-limited-release-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Windy Oaks 14,Red,Portugal,"A selection of grapes and year's wood aging give this wine structure, depth of flavor and aging potential. It has weight, but the acidity is a definite element here, giving a vibrant edge and definition to the rich berry and plum fruits.",Reserva,,92,Douro,,,Apegadas Quinta Velha 2007 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apegadas-quinta-velha-2007-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Apegadas Quinta Velha ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Firm tannins, with some extract, bitter chocolate, dark coffee, almost dry tannins, very dense in character.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Girolate 2009 Barrel sample (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girolate-2009-barrel-sample-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Girolate ,Red,France,91-93 Barrel sample. There is a good structure to go with the rich fruit and intense ripeness. The acidity compensates for the slight burn of alcohol.,Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Nenin ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Smoothly polished wine, lovely blackberry jelly flavors and sweet fruit. Ripe, juicy with wood and a potentially good structure.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Maucaillou 2009 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maucaillou-2009-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Maucaillou ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Sweet, plummy wine, its tannins coming from spiced wood as much as fruit. There is a dry core, but the fruit is so opulent and ripe.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cantenac Brown ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This is concentrated, powerful stuff, the fruit seriously ripe and rich, balanced between chocolate, dark coffee and blackcurrant juice.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Fleur de Gay 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-gay-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Fleur de Gay ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Spicy wood, but with great juicy blackcurrant character. Very pure in styled.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gloria 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gloria-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Gloria ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. On the dry side, showing acidity, a bitter almond character, followed by spice, creamed apples and a dry final. A weighty wine, with an edge of acidity that is not quite in balance.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Doisy-Védrines 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-vedrines-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Doisy-Védrines ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Well structured, this has dry tannins over vivid black fruits. It shows acidity but also great juicy sweetness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Deyrem Valentin 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-deyrem-valentin-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Deyrem Valentin ,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous wine with loads of intensity and fruit. You can expect the wine to age many years in the cellar thanks to the integrity of the cherry, blackberry and plum flavors. In the mouth, the wine is soft, round and smooth although the tannins could use a few more years to soften.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Citille di Sopra 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/citille-sopra-2005-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2005,Citille di Sopra ,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Fat style, almost Burgundian in its creamy character, a full-bodied wine, with plenty of ripe, yellow fruit and mango flavors. Big, bold.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2009 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2009-barrel-sample-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Rahoul 14.5,Red,US,"Nothing small about this Pinot Noir. It's almost as good as the 2007, which was terrific. Dry and elegant, it shows massively concentrated cherry, raspberry and cola flavors, with a rich coating of smoky sandalwood. Wonderful now, but the youthful power suggests time in the cellar through 2015 or so.",MK Vineyard,65,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Small Vines 2008 MK Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-vines-2008-mk-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Small Vines 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of chocolate, oak and blackberry-infused flavor in this dry, tannic young wine. It sure is tight, almost rude in its immaturity, with an astringency that makes the palate pucker. But it's so deep and dense, so packed with intensity, you just know it will come around in the cellar. 2013–2019.",7,75,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2007 7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2007-7-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vineyard 7&8 14.5,Red,Italy,"The wine's appearance perfectly fits what you dream of in Brunello Riserva, and so do its aromas. It opens with dark ruby concentration and intense aromas of black cherry, currants, wet earth and smoked bacon. In the mouth, this gorgeous wine is soft, supple and long lasting. Drink now or hold five more years.",Pian Bossolino Riserva,80,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Poggio il Castellare 2004 Pian Bossolino Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-poggio-il-castellare-2004-pian-bossolino-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenuta Poggio il Castellare 14,Red,Italy,"This is a blockbuster Brunello that delivers pleasure and intensity on multiple levels. The aromas are deep and penetrating with an emphasis on cherry, forest berry, pressed violets, cola and balsam notes. The delivery is direct and generous and the mouthfeel boasts excellent length, density and persistency. The tannins are still tight. Wait a few more years to drink it.",,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggiarellino 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggiarellino-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Poggiarellino ,Red,Portugal,"A concentrated wine, still just beginning its journey. The fruits are packed into a firm and tannic structure that shows edges of wood. Berry and plum fruits dominate this powerful but well-balanced wine. Keep for 3–4 years.",Duas Quintas Reserva Especial,67,93,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2007 Duas Quintas Reserva Especial Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2007-duas-quintas-reserva-especial-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Ramos-Pinto 14,Red,Italy,"This excellent vineyard designate Brunello Riserva opens with a very elegant nose that includes elements of spice, toast, black fruit and dusty mineral. In fact, that pretty mineral note is what defines the wine and gives it harmony and personality. The wine is full and dense in the mouth with succulent tannins that need to soften with a little more cellar aging.",Pian delle Vigne Vignaferrovia Riserva,125,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi Antinori 2004 Pian delle Vigne Vignaferrovia Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2004-pian-delle-vigne-vignaferrovia-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Marchesi Antinori 15,Red,Argentina,"A wonderful wine from the Uco Valley of Mendoza that opens with fine fruit, richness and molten earth. The palate is big as they come but not hard and out of whack, and the flavors are an amalgam of rich black plum, berry fruit, fig paste and chocolate. Smoky and sultry on the back end, with mocha and coffee for finishing notes. Drink now through 2014.",,45,93,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Monteviejo 2006 Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2006-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Monteviejo ,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A wine that shows the ripe fruit of the year, but that seems to keep enough freshness. Bold and rich, very spicy wood on top of peach fruit flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Pape Clément ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Spiced pears in red wine, an exotic range of sweet berry fruits and nutmeg, along with a solid core of structure. Intriguing wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pape Clément ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Impressively powerful wine, smothered in ripe fruit, with a velvet texture over solid tannins. Fine concentration along with great fruit.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Latour à Pomerol ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A rounded wine, its tannins submerged into the ripe fruits. It feels soft, and there is just a bite of alcohol. The structure is soft, generous, opulent.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Duhart-Milon ,Red,US,"This inaugural release of Brian Carter's “Spanish Style Blend” is 70% Stone Tree vineyard Tempranillo. Carter is a supremely skillful and thoughtful blender, and the result is a luscious, mouthwatering bottle of wine that opens with a perfect mix of berries and light chocolate; scents of spice and mint; and a palate-pleasing streak of bacon fat that lingers happily in the mouth.",Corrida Red Wine,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2007 Corrida Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2007-corrida-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Brian Carter ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A beautifully structured wine, offering powerful tannins along with the ripest, perfumed fruit. It balances rich fruit with an intense mineral structure. Impressive",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Les Astéries 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asteries-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Les Astéries 13.8,White,US,"Williams Selyem is now playing the unoaked game, and with their fruit sources, wow. Most winemakers would kill to put oak onto these grapes. The wine is tremendous in pineapples, pears, papayas and kiwi fruit. It's so rich, you won't even notice the absence of caramel and all those oaky influences.",Unoaked,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A shiny, ripe and fresh wine, its tannins neatly merged into the blackcurrant fruits. Delicious and fresh, but also sweet.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Prieuré-Lichine ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A wine obviously for aging, with its severe tannins and very mineral character. It is dark, brooding, solidly ripe and powerful, with a great waft of final juiciness.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Le Crock 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-crock-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Le Crock ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Now owned by Cheval Blanc, this is a big, spicy wine with rich fruit, packed dates, figs and sweet tannins. It is powerful, dense, finishing with great acidity.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Tour de Pin 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pin-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Tour de Pin ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Spicy wood, ginger and nutmeg, balancing with solid textured black fruits. The wine is rich, a powerhouse of sweet tannins, finishing freshly with black currant juice",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Garde 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-garde-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Garde 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a polished mineral note here of lead pencil or graphite that gives this wine very direct and immediate appeal. At the back, you'll notice subtle tones of black fruit, plum, ripe cherry and spice. The wine is concentrated and dense with drying tannins at the close. This beautiful wine can age many more years.",Riserva,55,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caprili 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caprili-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Caprili ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Packed with sweet fruit, but also structured to balance. The wine shows a satisfying mix of acidity and sweet chocolate flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-despagne-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A rounded wine, its tannins submerged into the ripe fruits. It feels soft, and there is just a bite of alcohol. The structure is soft, generous, opulent.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Fonbadet 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonbadet-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fonbadet ,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Bold, ripe yellow fruits, sweetness, with a great rich undertow. The whole wine gains from an extra burst of final freshness.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Ferrande 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrande-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Ferrande ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. While there is definite high toast here, the structure is firm, showing dark plums, black berries and solid, ripe flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Fieuzal ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A richly structured wine, smoothed with wood, but based mainly on solid black berries and a firm fruit skin texture. It is big and very fruity.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Brane-Cantenac ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Smooth, ripe wine, velvet texture and sweet fruits. It has structure under this smooth surface, giving some bright acidity. But the general feel is of richness, super extraction.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse ,Red,US,"Buty's Right Bank-ish Merlot/Cab Franc is wild and slightly brambly, with dark streaks of iron and pencil lead, moist earth and herb. Hints of green coffee creep into the finish; this is most definitely a red wine from a cooler site in a cooler vintage, but with the classic structure of Bordeaux.",Merlot-Cabernet Franc,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2008 Merlot-Cabernet Franc Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2008-merlot-cabernet-franc-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Buty 13.5,Red,Spain,"It's not easy to find mature Rioja from a great winery and a great year. This is all that; it smells of tobacco, earth and dried fruits. The palate is lively and not dying, while the flavors of cherry, raisin and marzipan are spot on. Compact and long on the finish, indicating that it still has another 10–15 years in it.",Prado Enea Gran Reserva,63,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2001 Prado Enea Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2001-prado-enea-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Muga 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a plump, ripe and round Brunello with bright berry tones followed by mesquite wood, cedar, pipe tobacco and leather. All together, this is a full and generous wine with impressive longevity on the palate. Pair it with pork, lamb or beef.",,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fiorita 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiorita-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Fiorita ,White,US,"Fragrant and lush with floral/citrus aromas, this stainless-fermented Chardonnay is inviting and seductive. Brilliant, bright fruit anchors a wine that is tense and dense and vividly thrilling. The acids are natural and flavors seamlessly run from lemon/lime to pineapple to orange, and keep on keeping on, with fresh, water-washed rock in the finish.",Sundance Vineyard,20,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Rulo 2008 Sundance Vineyard Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2008-sundance-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2008,Rulo 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautifully evolved Brunello with notes of cherry, cola and spice backed by dark and penetrating notes of blackberry, plum and tar. This wine delivers thick, solid aromas and a bold, succulent style with smooth softness and intensity in the mouth. Very nice.",Tradizione,83,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2004 Tradizione (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2004-tradizione-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenuta Vitanza 14.5,White,US,"It's common to complain that American oak isn't as good as French oak, but this wine disproves that. The wood shows up as rich in caramel, buttered toast and vanilla spice notes that provide a lovely counterpoint to the wine's grilled pineapple and lime fruit. This is a beautiful, interesting Chardonnay.",American Oak Reserve Barrel Select,33,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2007 American Oak Reserve Barrel Select Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2007-american-oak-reserve-barrel-select-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Roche 14.8,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet that defines Alexander Valley's benchlands. It's entirely dry, a subtle wine whose herb-tinged blackberries, cherries and cedar turn increasingly complex in the glass. Shows a lightness and airy feeling that differentiates it from the heavier cult Napa style. Already throwing some sediment, so you might want to decant it before serving.",Scion,58,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2005 Scion Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2005-scion-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Robert Young 13,White,France,"Villa Paulus, a reference to the Roman origins of Pouilly-sur-Loire, is an impressive wine. It has power, a rich feel, finely textured with big ripe yellow fruits, powered by a steely core. Age for 2–3 years.",Villa Paulus,18,93,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Masson-Blondelet 2008 Villa Paulus (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-masson-blondelet-2008-villa-paulus-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Masson-Blondelet 14.3,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir. Plays in the major leagues, with its refined texture and complex flavors of cherries, raspberries, licorice and sandalwood, with a long, spicy finish. The most notable feature is the structure. Feels so lush and fine, so delectable, so dramatic. This is one of the best Pinots available for drinking now.",,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossbarn-by-paul-hobbs-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 14,Red,Italy,"Executed in a plush modern style, this opulent Brunello offers tones of black chocolate, espresso, toast, cherry and leather. The wine's appearance is dense and dark and there's power and determination on the close. It's also slightly sweet and very succulent with enduring flavors of plump cherry. Drink after 2015.",,48,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Corte Pavone 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-pavone-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Corte Pavone ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Ripe and surprisingly soft, the fruit rich with a touch of milk chocolate, very ripe. It is packed with generous blackberry juice flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Clos du Marquis 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-marquis-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos du Marquis 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello Riserva promises love at first sight and sip. The wine is thick, penetrating and rich and offers deep layers of sweet blackberry, cherry cola, mesquite wood, leather and discreet toast. It's the fullness and generosity of fruit that will blow you away followed by those vibrant cherry after tones.",Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Velona 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velona-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Velona ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Big, deep fruit, smoky tannins, but beautifully integrated, rich, packed with plum juice sweetness.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bellevue 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bellevue ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Very ripe, sweet plums and figs, with plush, sweet fruits and the richest structure.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Faugères 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faugeres-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Faugères ,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Bright, crisp wine, lots of vivacious herbal and lemon characters. Very fresh, with delicious apple skin texture.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Fieuzal ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Robust and rich wine, balancing well the rich fruits, flavors of plum juice and sweetness along with very firm, solid tannins.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Carbonnieux ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A powerful, spice-driven wine, very rich, with a great seasoning of sweet grapefruit and bright, fresh acidity. At the same time, the wine projects richness, intensity.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Nairac 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nairac-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Nairac ,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Great, fresh swathes of Sauvignon Blanc give a delicious herbaceous character to go with the fresh fruits. Good green character, with a light spice from new wood.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château la Louvière ,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet, with the purity that is a recurring hallmark of Rulo's wines. A deep, and deeply satisfying fruit expression, lifted with juicy acidity, brings a mélange of berries, cassis and black cherries into play. The grace notes pile on—smoke, black olive, tar, tobacco leaf, bitter chocolate. Young, bracing, and built to age.",,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Rulo 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rulo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Plush and modern, plump and decadent: this is a blockbuster Brunello with huge concentration, density and intensity especially where those oak-related aromas are concerned. Yes, you get loads of spice and mesquite wood here but the natural intensity of the cherry and blackberry is not overwhelmed. The wine is soft, chewy and dense in the mouth. Drink after 2014.",,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Valdicava 14.6,Red,US,"A very rich Bordeaux blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon, but quite tannic. You want to give it some time in the cellar. Dry and full-bodied, it shows ripe, deep flavors of blackberry jam, black currants, dark chocolate and anise, with smoky overtones from oak. Feels dramatic and impressive. Give it until 2012 to come around.",Cuvée Kristin,55,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Korbin Kameron 2006 Cuvée Kristin Red (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2006-cuvee-kristin-red-sonoma-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Korbin Kameron ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Tense, vivid wine, packed with acidity over the freshness. It is taut, but at the same time bright and fresh, finishing with the rich honey showing strongly to finish.",Barrel sample,60,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Romer du Hayot 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-hayot-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Romer du Hayot 14,Red,Italy,"Pretty notes of Italian espresso, chocolate and spice revolve around a core of solid black fruit. This is an elegant and refined wine that boats a traditional style that is never overdone or too powerful. In fact, it showcases its delicate berry nuances very nicely in the mouth. Drink after 2014.",Riserva,90,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria dei Barbi 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-barbi-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Fattoria dei Barbi 14,Red,Italy,"Cinelli Colombini's Prime Donne Brunello offers generous and succulent characteristics followed by integrated aromas of blackberry, ripe cherry, mesquite wood, exotic spice, tobacco and chocolate powder. The wine is smooth and rich with a slight hint of sweetness that translates into vanilla and coffee flavors on the close. Drink after 2014.",Prime Donne,80,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2005 Prime Donne (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2005-prime-donne-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 13,White,Portugal,"A blend of Chardonnay and Maria Gomes, here is a ripe wood- and apricot-flavored wine. It is full, spicy, livened by crispness from a red apple skin texture. The vanilla from the wood adds a delicious richness to this impressive wine.",Grande Follies Quinta da Aguieira,40,93,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2007 Grande Follies Quinta da Aguieira White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2007-grande-follies-quinta-aguieira-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2007,Aveleda 14.5,Red,US,"This beautiful Pinot Noir drinks well now because it's so fruity, delicately structured and crisp. Shows oak-inspired and refined raspberry, cherry, cola, pomegranate and cedar flavors that finish in a rich swirl of exotic spices. Has the inherent balance to develop through at least 2014.",The Whitewing Amber Ridge,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armanino Family Cellars 2008 The Whitewing Amber Ridge Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2008-whitewing-amber-ridge-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Armanino Family Cellars 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A step up from the Follies range, this is a big and richly smooth black wine, its tannins well integrated into the great plum juice fruits. The wine is ripe, now ready to drink, the final blackberry acidity giving a bright boost.",Grande Follies Quinta da Aguieira,50,93,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2003 Grande Follies Quinta da Aguieira Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2003-grande-follies-quinta-aguieira-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2003,Aveleda ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A fine and spicy wine, the wood toast well integrated with the sweet fruit. Deliciously ripe Merlot vies with the Cabernet tannins to give a dark, complex wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lilian Ladouys 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lilian-ladouys-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lilian Ladouys ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Spicy wood here,with stewed pear and ginger, as well as fine berry fruits. The wine is solid, but elegant, with great ripe fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carmes-haut-brion-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Dense, with impressive solid tannins and powerful fruit. The wine is smooth at first, then structure comes through with a final dry core.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Bon Pasteur 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bon-pasteur-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château le Bon Pasteur ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. With considerable new wood, this is a complex wine. The wood marches in step with the fresh blackcurrant and ripe fruit flavors to give a wine that is juicy as much as structured.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Chateau Dauzac ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A smooth, polished wine, with definite elements of new wood as well as a core of firm tannins. The fruit is bright, freshened even more by the acidity.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Arsac 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darsac-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château d'Arsac ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Big ripe and juicy, with a core of dark spice and wood. The wine is full-bodied, richly fruity.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lascombes ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A dense wine, very rich and concentrated, the Cabernet Franc tannins giving bitter chocolate and dark structure. Meantime, the fruit is ripe, sweet, packed with blackberry flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Tour Figeac ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. This is relatively light, with freshness over the bright spicy acidity. The wine dances almost, with its wood element well integrated. A delicious final freshness, but certainly not weighty.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Figeac ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Structured, a serious layer of new and toasty wood, the wine solid with dark tannins, chocolate and firm plum skin texture.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Ferrande 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrande-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Ferrande ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Well balanced wine, the spiced wood integrating well with the rich plum and berry juice fruits. Firm, but generous.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château du Tertre 14,Red,Italy,"Here's another superstar Brunello Riserva from the excellent 2004 vintage. The aromas are rich and penetrating and recall cherry liqueur, cola, mesquite, cedar, wet earth and pressed violets. The wine's texture is streamlined and compact with polished tannins.",Riserva,120,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Canalicchio di Sopra 14.7,Red,US,"A dramatically rich Syrah made along Northern Rhône lines. Dry, full-bodied and tannic, its flavors now are primary and fresh, suggesting summer blackberries, a few of them shriveled into raisins, and the whole sprinkled with cassis and black pepper. Needs time. Better after 2013.",,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Four Cairn 2008 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-cairn-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Four Cairn 14.3,White,US,"Lots of exotic flavors in this barrel-fermented Chardonnay. Its deep in gold color, indicating richness and oak, and follows through with pineapples, mangos, tangerine sorbet, buttered toast, buttercotch, vanilla cream and cinnamon spice. Great price for a Chard this good.",Charm Acres,24,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2008 Charm Acres Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-charm-acres-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Pali 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's another wonderful Brunello from Montalcino. This wine offers intensity and purity of aromas along with loads of cherry, vanilla and spice. There's elegance and harmony here and the wine is not overdone or exaggerated. In fact, the overall effect is that of sophistication and drinkability.",Clandestino,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pinino 2005 Clandestino (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2005-clandestino-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Pinino ,Red,US,"Lush, polished and detailed, this is as elegant as any Washington Syrah can be. Intensely fruity with lively raspberries and plums, it layers in details of earth, mushroom, pepper and herb, leading to a perfectly balanced, structured finish.",,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Doyenne 2007 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Doyenne 13,White,France,"The name of the wine, the Romans, reminds us that Sancerre was once a Roman hilltop stronghold. The wine is crisply, tautly mineral, a pure expression of citrus and grapefruit flavors, an intense, beautifully executed wine. Worth aging for 2–3 years.",Les Romains,,93,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vacheron 2008 Les Romains (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vacheron-2008-romains-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Vacheron 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organically farmed grapes, this pretty Tuscan blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot offers a deliciously succulent taste profile with aromas of smoked meat, leather, tobacco and loads of black fruit. It performs majestically in the mouth thanks to its smooth, rich texture.",Ombrone,68,93,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Cupano 2007 Ombrone Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupano-2007-ombrone-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2007,Cupano 14.7,Red,US,"Bob Betz continues to refine his Bordeaux blends. This new Clos de Betz is much more forward than the monumental Père de Famille and sports ripe, dark, round, appealing fruit flavors of luscious raspberry and cassis, swathed in beaucoup de barrel. Toasty oak dissolves into polished tannins, finishing with black tea, licorice, smoke and charcoal.",Clos de Betz Red Wine,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2007 Clos de Betz Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2007-clos-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Betz Family 14.2,White,US,"Lots of razzle-dazzle in this rich, opulent Chardonnay. Shows buttery, oak-inspired pear and pineapple flavors, with a leesy, creamy mouthfeel, and fine acidity to brighten and balance all that richness. Drink this decadent wine with lobster, scallops, crab or shrimp, or a great ahi tuna tartare with potato chips.",Rosella's Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Bernardus 14.4,Red,US,"Very fine and complex. This deeply flavored Pinot Noir is powerful, but it's also elegantly silky, which is the magic combination. Shows perfectly ripe cherry and raspberry fruit, with gorgeous overtones of oak and spices. Beautiful now, and will age well through 2014 or so.",Nugent Vineyard,40,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Robert Stemmler 2007 Nugent Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2007-nugent-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Robert Stemmler ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Rich, beautifully structured wine from a 14 acre vineyard. Wood is there for the polish, with acidity and the finest, elegant structure.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Sanctus 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctus-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Sanctus 14.5,Red,Spain,"Once again this is a stalwart modern-style Rioja with a mix of floral aromas, licorice, blackberry and coconut. The palate is both lively and subtle, and the flavor profile shows an impressive blend of cherry, plum, cream and cocoa, while the finish is long and smooth. A high-quality wine that should impress. Drink now through 2015.",,62,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,San Vicente 2006 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-vicente-2006-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,San Vicente 15,Red,Australia,"A top-notch effort, The Duke (a single-vineyard bottling) offers lovely cherry fruit, full body allied to a wonderfully silky texture and tremendous length. What's not to like? Drink it over the next 3–4 years.",The Duke,49,93,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 The Duke Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-duke-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2006,Kilikanoon 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a rich and dense style of Brunello with bright berry tones and ripe cherry followed by cedar, cola and spice. The wine is rich and opulent in the mouth with great intensity, soft tannins and well integrated acidity. La Mannella really steps forward in terms of quality with this vintage.",,55,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Mannella 14,Red,Portugal,"Auru is a play on the word Ouro, gold, from the Rio Douro, or river of gold. The wine is only made in the best years. It is a complete wine, with its spice and wood character just one element in the mix of sweet fruits, tight tannins and layers of acidity. It could well age over the next 3–4 years.",Auru,,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2007 Auru Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2007-auru-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Portal 14.5,White,US,"Lives up to its reserve status, being the creamiest and most densely packed of Roche's several new Chardonnays. With brisk, bright acidity and ripe flavors of pineapples, Key lime pie and vanilla cream, its buttered toast and char flavors provide the perfect counterpoint from oak barrel aging.",French Oak Reserve Barrel Select,35,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2008 French Oak Reserve Barrel Select Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2008-french-oak-reserve-barrel-select-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Roche ,Red,US,"A very seductive nose with both power and flower in full array. The floral components are unusual and show exceptional winemaking talent. Very chocolaty, smooth, with the purity of cassis fruit and the power of fully ripe tannins to back up the barrel flavors. It fades gently into the finish, leaving behind that lovely chocolate and a trail of dark fruits.",The Whipping Boy,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Southard 2007 The Whipping Boy Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southard-2007-the-whipping-boy-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Southard ,White,US,"Flinty, with dense citrus rind phenolics, and great length. There are subtle traces of honey, lingering threads that suggest everything from apples to papaya.",Solstice Vineyard,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pacific Rim 2008 Solstice Vineyard Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2008-solstice-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2008,Pacific Rim 14,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous wine with impressive intensity and balance. Aromas include black cherry, dried currants, candied fruit, leather, tar and a touch of powdered licorice. There are earthy and mineral tones as well and the wine shows the high levels of richness and complexity that can be achieved with Sangiovese Grosso.",Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tornesi 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tornesi-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tornesi ,Red,US,"Despite being given an extra year of bottle age, the 2006 Lewis Vineyard designate remains tight and unyielding upon first being opened. With alcohol under 14%, this pure varietal achieves classic styling. The tannins are firm and ripe, and threads of herb stitch together the tart fruit flavors of red currant and raspberry. Quite tart, juicy and fresh, it has the structure to age gracefully for decades.",Lewis Vineyard,75,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2006 Lewis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2006-lewis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dunham 14.2,White,US,"Shows amazingly ripe fruit, offering a blast of pineapple jam, apricot, tangerine, papaya and lime flavors. The acidity is crisp and tart, and the oak is rich and flamboyant, yet in keeping with the size of the underling wine. Super-rich and decadent, this Chardonnay is at its best soon.",Fort Ross Vineyard,30,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2008 Fort Ross Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2008-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Fort Ross Winery ,Red,Spain,"Big and sultry as always, with bacon, smoke, black fruit and a full rack of spices making for a wonderful bouquet. Concentrated and ripped for a 2007, with blackberry, clove, pepper, cinnamon and vanilla flavors. And then comes tobacco and more spice on the finish, which is grabby but understandable because it's so young. Best from 2012 through 2019.",Malleolus de Valderramiro,176,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2007 Malleolus de Valderramiro (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2007-malleolus-valderramiro-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Emilio Moro ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Ripe, initially soft, the sweet fruits bubbling from the glass. There is, of course, a dry element as well, the core very firm and dark, but always juicy.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Citran 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-citran-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Citran 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a thick and succulent expression of Brunello di Montalcino with a generous and immediately friendly disposition. The wine is soft, smooth and satisfying with firm tannins and a full delivery of blackberry, cherry and spice.",,70,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a sweet, plump and succulent Brunello with bright notes of cherry, blackberry, spice, leather and a touch of dark chocolate. The wine is extra soft and smooth in the mouth and those bright cherry flavors last a long time on the finish. The tannins are polished and dry. Drink after 2014.",Campo del Drago,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2005 Campo del Drago (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2005-campo-drago-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Castiglion del Bosco 14.5,Red,Italy,"Owned by Roberto Bellini and Patrizia Mazzi, Podere Brizio delivers a beautiful Riserva that is generous with plump cherry nuances, dried currants, cedar wood, mesquite, cola, leather and a touch of sweet vanilla. The wine is extremely smooth and silky in the mouth yet it certainly does not lack structure or power.",Riserva,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere Brizio 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-brizio-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Podere Brizio 14.9,Red,US,"Delicious and compelling 100% Cabernet from this great vintage. Shows classically developed, sweet Napa tannins and wonderfully ripe fruit. As expressive as the blackberries and currants are, they're reined in with minerals and herbs to produce exquisite tension. Best now, with a good decant, and should develop for many years.",,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Parallel 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parallel-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Parallel 14.9,Red,US,"Quite a distinguished Cabernet. Shows its pedigree in ultra-refined tannins and an overall mouthfeel of lushness and finesse. Flavor-wise, it's all black currants, blueberries and sweet, smoky oak. Thirty-five dollars isn't cheap, but this is as good as it gets in this price bracket.",,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossbarn-by-paul-hobbs-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Great swathes of blackcurrant fruits here, the tannins ripe and complex, but well integrated into the fresh fruits. Fine balance.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beychevelle ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Vanilla new wood aromas, followed by sweet wood and sweet fruit. There is certainly enough weight here, with ripe, smooth texture and fresh blackcurrants.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Gruaud Larose 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Inky black in color, this is the top wine from Apegadas, a big, chunky wine that is characterized by dark tannins, bold berry fruits, sweet plums, but also a serious, more austere character to allow it to age. The final fruit is richly juicy. Age 3–4 years.",Grande Reserva,,94,Douro,,,Apegadas Quinta Velha 2007 Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apegadas-quinta-velha-2007-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Apegadas Quinta Velha ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Ripe fruit, but with great packed spicy wood, sweet tannins and black currant fruit flavors.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Big and very dense, serious. The ripe plums go with prunes as well as full fruits. On the surface, it seems smooth, but there is concentrated dark tannin underneath.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Magdelaine ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Big, spicy wood, packed with dense, wood and fruit tannins. But the wood is over a base of broad fruit, sweet blackberries and ripeness.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Batailley 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-batailley-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Batailley 14.7,Red,US,"An absolutely beautiful, first-class Cabernet that drinks really well now, and has the balance to ride out quite a few years in the cellar. Marked by near-perfect balance, it has ripe, sweet tannins and just enough acidity to lift the complex flavors of blackberries, blackcurrrants, anise and smoky cedar. This is a really great restaurant wine.",Estate Bottled,45,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2007 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2007-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tudal ,White,US,"DeLille's take on a first-growth Bordeaux Blanc really shines in this excellent vintage. Toasty and firm, it captures the lushness of the Sémillon fruit while mixing in bright citrus. The barrel aging adds warm brioche, toasted almond and caramel. There is just a tiny suggestion of honey in the finish, a rush of tropical fruits.",Chaleur Estate Blanc,34,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2008 Chaleur Estate Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2008-chaleur-estate-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,DeLille 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an austere and sophisticated Brunello Riserva with beautifully integrated notes of spice, toast and cola that give backbone to brighter aromas of blackberry, cherry and plum. There's a very attractive intensity and smoothness to this wine that suggest a natural pairing with meat on the grill.",Riserva,75,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collosorbo 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collosorbo-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Collosorbo 14,Red,Italy,"Soft, plush and modern, this is a superstar Brunello with all the qualities we love in this gorgeous category of wine. Made from organically farmed fruit, it offers amazing intensity and determination with aromas of spice, blackberry and currants. The texture is smooth and silky and the tannins offer a solid backbone.",Helichrysum,55,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polino 2005 Helichrysum (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polino-2005-helichrysum-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,San Polino 14.5,Red,US,"An absolutely delicious Pinot Noir. Hard to exaggerate the drinkability factor. Supremely ripe cherry and raspberry fruit is highlighted by brilliantly crisp acidity to make it all bright and lively. Oak plays second fiddle, contributing rich, tasteful notes of smoke, vanilla and buttered cinnamon toast. Just gorgeous for drinking now and for the next 5–6 years with your best fare.",Cedar Lane Vineyard,35,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2008 Cedar Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2008-cedar-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mercy ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Tight wine, the tannins firm, giving considerable dryness. With its dark texture, this is solid, but finishing with the freshest of blackcurrant juice.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lagrange 14.4,Red,US,"A powerful and dramatic Pinot Noir. The first thing you notice is the depth. The range of flavors goes on and on, ranging from cherries, oranges and cola through mocha to more classic notes of forest floor, mushrooms and peppery spices. Bone dry, with ultra-fine tannins, it's a gorgeous wine now, and should age gracefully for 6–8 years.",Ferguson Block,44,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2007 Ferguson Block Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2007-ferguson-block-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Robert Stemmler 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From 40-year-old vines, with the grape trodden by foot in open fermenters, this is almost Port-like in its richness. The dark, dry tannins and the vivid acidity create an elegant wine, finely balanced while being powerful. Age for 4–5 years.",Pintas Character,,94,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2007 Pintas Character Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2007-pintas-character-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Wine & Soul ,White,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Finely balanced wine, just the right fresh, herbaceous fruit to go with the ripe, fat texture and a delicious squeeze of lemon. Ginger adds to the mix.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Smith Haut Lafitte ,Red,Spain,"Another winner from Emilio Moro. The nose is a touch minty and very spicy, but the black fruit element is there and overall the bouquet sings of integration. Pure, enthralling and big, with monster black fruit flavors, complexity, rich oak and a long, smooth finish. Stylish yet powerful; drink from 2013 through 2020.",Malleolus de Sanchomartin,205,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2007 Malleolus de Sanchomartin (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2007-malleolus-sanchomartin-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Emilio Moro 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a meaty and ripe Brunello Riserva with aromas of mature fruit, leather, tar and smoked ham or bacon. The wine is plush and full with enormous intensity and persistency. It's also beautifully smooth in the mouth and although it already drinks well now, you could cellar it ten years or more.",Riserva,95,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Donatella Cinelli Colombini ,Red,US,"This Two Blondes is the best ever—powerful and ripe, with a plush mix of raspberry and strawberry fruit, tart and tangy and mouthfilling. This wine has a huge midpalate, but doesn't stop there; as it slowly winds through a full-throttle finish, threads of chocolate, coconut, caramel and coffee appear. The flavors go on for several minutes.",Two Blondes Vineyard Red Wine,46,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Andrew Will 2007 Two Blondes Vineyard Red Wine Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2007-two-blondes-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2007,Andrew Will ,White,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Balanced between ripe white fruits, with a hint of peach and a full texture of pear skins and. The wine is powerful, the structure solid, but the freshness is delicious.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Dessert,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. All the elements are there, piling the sweetness, intense richness on layers of botrytis and finishing a crisp top of acidity. Impressive.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Malle 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Malle ,White,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Open, opulent, generous wine, kept in check with spicy wood and acidity. The wine is ripe with delicious yellow fruit flavors.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Soft, almost too smooth, the sweet plum fruits way underneath layers of velvet and plush. The structure is hard to find here, but the richness of the year is very apparent.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Gaffelière ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. There is great weight here, a wine that is dark and dense, packed with superb dusty tannins. Solid and with a firm core, but also opulent.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Fleur-Pétrus ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Compact wine, bringing in juicy fruits and tannins into a complete, firm whole. A good success.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Kirwan 14.8,Red,US,"Bring this bottle straight to the cellar. Don't even think about opening it before, say, 2013. All you'll get is a mouthful of hard, sandpapery tannins. But it's a very deeply flavored Cabernet, packed with massive blackberry, black currant, plum and cedar flavors, and there's a granitic minerality that must come from the soil. Very finely crafted.",Estate,125,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vineyard 7&8 13,White,France,"The initials refer to the vineyard of Mont Damné, the steepest vineyard in Sancerre. The wine reflects the stony character of the soil, coming through with great intensity. It is powerful, flinty, with a biting citrus character, deliciously taut and intense.",Le M.D. de Bourgeois,36,94,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2008 Le M.D. de Bourgeois (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2008-le-md-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Henri Bourgeois 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful Brunello that offers generous tones of black fruit, plum and cherry that are filled out at the back by solid notes of spice, cola, mesquite wood and cigar box. You'll love the natural density and intensity of this gorgeous wine from Tuscany with sweet tannins and smooth texture.",Riserva,70,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,PianCornello 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piancornello-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,PianCornello 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From old, mixed planting vineyards in the Quinta do Vallado, this is an impressively complex blend of flavors, from rich spice, smooth tannins, the richest plum juice and a gorgeous, opulent texture. It is ripe, drinkable now, but likely to benefit from several years aging.",Reserva Field Blend,60,94,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2007 Reserva Field Blend Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2007-reserva-field-blend-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Vallado ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A firm wine, with great juiciness, ripeness, showing the freshness of the year as well as ripe fruits.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Chevalier ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A fine, fresh, berry flavored wine, delicious acidity, ripe final fruits. Great balance here, the year's freshness in firm focus.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Picque Caillou 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-picque-caillou-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Picque Caillou 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark, well-concentrated Brunello Riserva with notes of spice, chocolate, cola and dark cherry. There's great plumpness and succulence here with a smooth, round feel in the mouth. Pair this beautiful wine with important meat dishes or wild mushrooms: Drink after 2015.",Le Due Sorelle Riserva,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta La Fuga 2004 Le Due Sorelle Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fuga-2004-le-due-sorelle-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Tenuta La Fuga 14.2,White,US,"A beautiful, lush Chardonnay, made in the ripe California style. Rich and creamy, marked with brisk acidity, it shows wonderful flavors of pineapples, roasted marshmallows, buttered toast and vanilla, with a tart, spicy scour of lime. Brilliant and complex. The vineyards were a combination of Sierra Madre and Bien Nacido.",,23,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Rusack ,White,US,"Superrich, ripe and flamboyant, if not particularly subtle. Dazzles for its tsunami of grilled pineapple custard, pear tart, golden mango and Key lime pie richness, accented with sweetly, caramelized oak, and brightened with brisk acidity. A racy, decadent crowd pleaser.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,38,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Tantara ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Very rich and dense, solid, chunky textured wine. The tannins are severe, very firm, suggesting a wine with considerable power.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château d'Armailhac ,Dessert,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Certainly on the dry side, the wine is very rich, hard edged in its spiciness, with quite a bite of ginger. The acidity, though, is very much in balance, offering a wonderful crispness at the core of all the sweetness.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clos-haut-peyraguey-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Richly smooth wine, with great polished fruits and solid tannins. Power and juicy extract.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Haut-Marbuzet 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-marbuzet-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Marbuzet ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Ripe, sweet and opulent, with bright tannins and fruits, a velvet wine, the tannins well integrated. Beautiful.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château du Glana 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-glana-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château du Glana ,Dessert,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Honeyed and spice, with lots of nutmeg, a wine that is packed with flavors, lychee in character, defiantly rich and spicy.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Daëne 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-daene-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Doisy-Daëne ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. At this stage, the wood element is overpowering. You have to imagine the fruit, but the weight of the wine suggests it is there. Big, solid and chunky, it is the product of very ripe fruit.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Troplong Mondot ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Robust and rich wine, balancing well the rich fruits, flavors of plum juice and sweetness along with very firm, solid tannins.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Smith Haut Lafitte ,White,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Generous, ripe wine, its fruit a great melange of sweetness, fresh crispness and layers of bright spice and lemon zest. Great balance.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Domaine de Chevalier ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A hugely rich wine, where the tannins seem initially lost in the overwhelming fruit. It has power and concentration, showing its alcohol a little. There is great intensity, but an edge of Portiness from the super-rich fruit.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Lots of new wood here, maybe too dominant. But it is a stage, because the fruit weight is also there to give a wine of considerable complexity, dry and solid.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Langoa Barton ,Red,US,"Violets and compost dance through the aromas, leading into an intensely fruity palate loaded with sappy berry richness, nuanced with scents and streaks of cured meat, garrigue, earth and graphite. Blending 77% Syrah with 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, it strikes a perfect balance among fruit, earth, and rock. At its core it is still wrapped tight, immaculately clean, and still almost impenetrably dense.",Rediviva of the Stones Red,55,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Buty 2007 Rediviva of the Stones Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2007-rediviva-stones-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Buty ,Dessert,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Great acidity here, but allied with considerable richness, there are flavors of orange marmalade, spicy tannins, a complex structure of very fresh fruits and dry botrytis.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rabaud-Promis 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rabaud-promis-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Rabaud-Promis ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. There is great power here, solid, dark and firm, showing muscularity, sinewy tannins and smoky intensity.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande ,Dessert,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. An immense wine, but one that is keeping all its elements in balance. Big, rich and ripe, apricots, peach juice and dry honeyed botrytis, along with a good element of freshness.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe Guignard 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-guignard-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Lamothe Guignard ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Full of blackcurrant fruits, ripe and sweet tannins and forward fruit. The wine feels polished, ripe, smooth.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Giscours ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A wine that makes the most of its freshness, with bright acidity, great blackcurrant fruits. It has density balanced with a beautiful final acidity and final smokiness.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 14.5,Red,US,"What a beautiful Pinot Noir for drinking now with lamb chops or maybe a rich, exotic Ahi tuna tartare. Brilliantly crisp in acidity, with a clean, bracing mouthfeel, it offers dazzlingly rich flavors of raspberries, cherries, orange zest, Dr. Pepper cola and Asian spices, with smoky oak adding elaborate tiers of vanilla char. For the price, it's a very great buy.",Fort Ross Vineyard,37,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2007 Fort Ross Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2007-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Fort Ross Winery ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A complete wine, with the tannins, deep blackberry fruit, sweet acidity and dense structure all coming together in great harmony. The wine is certainly ripe, but equally structured. For aging.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Dôme 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dome-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Le Dôme ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A wine with wonderful concentration, smooth, spiced fruit, the richness lifted by acidity. The wine is dense, compact, a great waft of sweet final fruits.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Trottevieille 14.8,White,US,"Massive, opulent, oozing in pineapple créme brulée, honey, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors. Totally decadent, and fortunately set off with brisk, citrusy acidity. Calling all lobsters, and don't forget the drawn butter. Sheer hedonism in a glass, at a fantastic price.",,26,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2008 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Melville ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. There is some initial mineral austerity, but this lies on top of powerful fruits. The wine is dense and solid on the chunky side. Very concentrated.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bélair-Monange 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belair-monange-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bélair-Monange ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Firm and solid, but also full of charm and elegance, the fruit ripe and sweet, delicious. That gives already a wine with balance, tremendous juiciness as well as structure.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Moussas 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-moussas-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lynch-Moussas ,Red,France,94-96 Barrel sample. Delicious smoky aromas followed by ripe and sweet fruit that is in great balance with the tannins. There seems plenty of potential here.,Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Labégorce Margaux ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Solid wine, it hides its richness beneath a smooth surface. The tannins feel powerful, but are hard to detect. The wine offers final power.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Hosanna 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hosanna-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Hosanna 14.7,Red,US,"A 100% Cabernet aged in 100% new French oak, grown in the warmer Conn Valley region east of the Silverado Trail. The wood contributes layers of toast and caramel, while the underlying wine is massive, with tiers of blackberries, black cherries, black currants, red currants, cedar and spices. Very dramatic and beautiful, but needs time. 2012–2020, at least.",Estate,125,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Parallel 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parallel-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Parallel ,White,US,"Massively fruity and oaky, this is an atom bomb of a Chardonnay. You either love this style or you hate it. The pineapple tart, apricot, pear, peach, crème brûlée, buttered toast, vanilla cream and cinnamon spice flavors go on and on. Beyond the utter richness is firm acidity and a bracing minerality. Defines California-style decadence, but drink now, as the wine will quickly go downhill.",Los Alamos Vineyard,25,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2007 Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2007-los-alamos-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Au Bon Climat ,Red,US,"A unique version of Andrew Will's Champoux, this is more than half Cabernet Franc, with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot filling in the rest. Thick and tannic, yet perfectly ripe and almost silky, it coats the palate with black cherry, graphite, slate and a bit of chalk. All that said, the fruit more than holds its own against the terroir's minerality. Drink this with your best steak, and give it plenty of breathing time.",Champoux Vineyard Red Wine,53,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Andrew Will 2007 Champoux Vineyard Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2007-champoux-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2007,Andrew Will ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Wonderful concentration here, the wine has the most powerful wood spice, ripe and mineral tannins. It is impressive in every way, showing the total richness of the vintage.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan de May de Certan 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-may-certan-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Certan de May de Certan ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A immensely powerful wine, heaving with fresh fruit and dark tannins. It is full of spiced plums, dark cherries and berries. These lie over wood and a powerful structure.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Angélus ,White,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. The wine of Laville Haut-Brion has now become the white of La Mission Haut-Brion. The quality though is as supreme as ever, ripe with tropical fruits, toast, almost honeyed, finishing with pink grapefruit and pear juice.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A powerful, rich wine, building between freshness and ripe chocolate, licorice and powerful, ripe fruits. The structure is potentially immense. Great wine",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Valandraud ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Big tannins here, very dry, but the fruit seems rich enough to support it. It is finely structured, very dense, made for the long haul.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Rauzan-Ségla ,White,US,"Massively rich, with pronounced, sweet, smoky oak flavors and a rich vein of tart, creamy lees highlighting the underlying fruity ripeness. Shows flavors of grilled pineapples, tropical mangoes and pears, balanced with crisp acids. Tremendously delicious and compelling.",Talley Rincon,38,95,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Tantara 2007 Talley Rincon Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2007-talley-rincon-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Tantara ,Red,US,"From the first sniff you are captivated—this incorporates all the many scents and flavors of great Washington Syrah. Start with earth, seaweed, compost; bring in ripe berry fruit, vanilla, tobacco. That is the nose. In the mouth you get perfect fruit—bright, tangy, a mix of berries and cherries and cassis—highlighted with sharp, defining acidity and polished tannins. Young and assertive, this needs more bottle age to show its best.",Silo Syrah Reserve,35,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo 2007 Silo Syrah Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2007-silo-syrah-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Rulo 14,Red,Italy,"Le Chiuse has produced one of Montalcino's brightest stars with this Riserva 2004 (the base 2004 Brunello didn't impress us as nearly much). This is a delicious wine that you will enjoy on every level. The intensity and purity of the fruit and spice aromas are impressive and the mouthfeel is extra-plush and supple. Yet, those firm tannins give it the balance and structure it needs.",Riserva,120,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Le Chiuse 14.8,White,US,"Amazingly rich, one of the most opulent Chardonnays you can drink now. Just wows the mouth with pineapple, pear, exotic tropical fruit, crème brûlée, vanilla custard, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors that go on and on through the finish. Also shows fine, tart acidity, which provides needed balance. Yes, it's superripe, but this is what California Chardonnay does at its best.",Allen Vineyard,50,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Allen Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-allen-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Firm tannins, a wine packed with rich fruits, along with bright acidity. It is fresh, but solid, bringing out intense freshness and acidity, finishing with new wood.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Clerc Milon ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Dominated by firm tannins, dark texture, black berry and currant fruits. A powerful wine that shows an immense dry core.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Bailly ,Red,US,"Still young and tight, this roughly equal mix of Merlot and Cabernet Franc is showing beautiful complexity in the nose. The palate is smooth and nicely blended, expressing the cool-side flavors of Cabernet Franc and the expansiveness of Washington Merlot. Green tea, black olive, fresh herb, pepper, some light chocolate and tart fruits. Good length.",Archimage Red,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2007 Archimage Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2007-archimage-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Sleight of Hand ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A big, rich wine, with lively fresh citric balance, enrobed in swathes of ripe apricots, and a touch of wood spice.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Girolate 2009 Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girolate-2009-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Girolate 14,Red,Portugal,"From pure Touriga Nacional, this is already mature, with earthy overtones coming through to give leather aromas and flavors that are moving into spice, sweet wood and dark coffee. It has a great smooth texture with delicious final acidity.",Reserva,15,91,Douro,,,Valle da Fonte 2001 Reserva Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-fonte-2001-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2001,Valle da Fonte 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Broadened by spicy wood, this is a smooth, rich and opulent wine. It has sweet plum and black cherry flavors to go with its dense texture. There is a light sprinkling of pepper to go with the grated nutmeg and powerful core of tannins. For aging 5–6 years and more.",,35,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2007 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2007-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Quinta do Vallado 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a beautifully lush, rich Pinot Noir. Made in a silky, drink-me-now style, it has flashy flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola and sandalwood. A very nice, upscale wine for pairing with steak, grilled salmon or rosemary-seasoned chicken.",Unbridled,36,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Wild Horse 2007 Unbridled Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2007-unbridled-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Wild Horse 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very likeable and approachable Brunello with soft but generous tones of cherry fruit, exotic spice, pipe tobacco and cedar wood. In fact, those exotic wood notes transfer to the mouth where the wine is smooth and enduring with a sweet cherry finale.",,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanna 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanna-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Capanna 13.4,White,US,"Fragrant, inviting, this lovely Pinot Gris bursts out with fresh cut pear flavors so crisp you want to bite it rather than sip it. Lovely perfumed highlights of clover and sweet blossom add interest. There is just enough phenolic bite to give the finish further definition.",,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2009 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Alexandria Nicole 15,Red,Australia,"Full and round in the mouth, this lacks the dynamic purity and luxurious texture of its pricier stablemate, The Duke, but it's still an excellent wine that blends black cherry and strawberry fruit with just a touch of spice. Drink now–2011.",Prodigal,30,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 Prodigal Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-prodigal-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2006,Kilikanoon ,White,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A definite burnt character on the nose, but the fruit has proper richness, the wood perhaps showing too much high toast. The freshness should be kept and not lost in the wood.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Haut-Bergey 12.5,White,France,"Green pear and quince flavors are found on a wine that has some richness. It is easy and soft initially, then a firm texture and the freshest acidity come through. But finally, it return to a rich character.",Domaine de la Perrière,25,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Guy Saget 2008 Domaine de la Perrière (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2008-domaine-perriere-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Guy Saget 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Quite intense, with blasting aromas of blackberry, coconut, cocoa and even leather and horse hide. It's 65% Tannat and 35% Malbec, and as a whole it's big, grabby, tight and full of blackberry and raspberry flavors that bring an herbal twist. Smoky and herbal on the finish.",Salix Vineyard Tannat-Malbec,28,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2006 Salix Vineyard Tannat-Malbec Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2006-salix-vineyard-tannat-malbec-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Doña Paula 14.2,White,US,"A nice, lush Chardonnay. It lacks a bit of exciting structure, and depends too much on sheer dazzle. But it sure is rich in toasty oak-inspired pineapples, peaches, pears and limes. Good now with grilled shrimp.",Ingrid's Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Bernardus 2008 Ingrid's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-ingrids-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bernardus 13,White,France,"Light, almost delicate wine, offering freshness, green fruits and a fine tangy texture. The citrus is prominent, but the wine as a whole is easy, fresh, developing quickly, touched finally with caramel.",Les Chasseignes,23,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2008 Les Chasseignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2008-chasseignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Fouassier 13,Sparkling,Portugal,"A wine with good richness and weight, the crisp fruit softening into a more mature character, but still retaining a bright, tight acidity. It has good weight and would work well with food.",Real Senhor Velha Reserva,,89,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Borges 2004 Real Senhor Velha Reserva Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2004-real-senhor-velha-reserva-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,2004,Borges ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Some spice here, from the rich Merlot. The wine has ripe blackberry, sweet fruits as well as concentrated tannins.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Plince 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plince-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Plince ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A hugely extracted wine, very dark and tannic, solid, spicy wood.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Marojallia 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marojallia-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Marojallia 13,Red,Portugal,"The 15th century Quinta de Pancas, north of Lisbon, produces this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wine. It has initially lean tannins, but the fruit has spice, black currant fruits and a tight line in wood and final sweetness. For aging.",Quinta de Pancas,10,89,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Quinta de Pancas Cabernet Sauvignon (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-quinta-pancas-cabernet-sauvignon-lisboa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Companhia das Quintas 15,Red,Portugal,"If you want power, here it is. This is a super-rich wine, with dense ripe black fruits. The concentration fits well with the acidity. The downside is a pepper and alcohol burn that needs to blow away.",Quinta do Soque Vinhas Velhas,,89,Douro,,,Douro Family Estates 2007 Quinta do Soque Vinhas Velhas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douro-family-estates-2007-quinta-soque-vinhas-velhas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Douro Family Estates 13.5,Red,Spain,"Some patience is required to plow through the early aromas of cherry cough drops, bitter chocolate and smoke, but once you make it past that the wine turns decidedly red and fresh. The palate has tang and a citrusy quality, while flavors of zesty red fruits hint at lemon and pie cherry. A high-toned wine that's ready to drink now and over the next five years with lamb or beef.",Reserva,40,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Valpiedra 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-valpiedra-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Finca Valpiedra 13.5,Red,Greece,"An exuberant nose of black cherry, red berries, coffee and spice lead this mouthwatering red. A full, bursting fruit palate yields tobacco, black cherry and pepper. Delicious and intriguing, and a good match for pasta dishes, grilled meats or game.",,90,89,Greece,,,Evangelo 2005 Red (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evangelo-2005-red/,Red Blend,2005,Evangelo 13.8,Rose,US,"A wonderful blush wine that does what rosé is supposed to do. Stimulates the palate with mouthwateringly crisp citrus, red cherry, raspberry, vanilla and spice flavors. So easy to drink, it's one of the better rosés out there.",Wine Creek Ranch Grenache,15,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2009 Wine Creek Ranch Grenache Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2009-wine-creek-ranch-grenache-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2009,Quivira 13,Red,Greece,"Complex, exotic and ageable, this red from the Peloponnese starts with aromas of black fruit, pepper, smoked meat and herbs, followed by rich flavors of blackberry, cinnamon, pepper and crushed herb. Round, flavorful but spicy, the wine has an elegant overall character. An exemplary red from Greece.",,24,89,Ilias,,,Mercouri Estate 2006 Red (Ilias),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercouri-estate-2006-red-ilias/,Red Blend,2006,Mercouri Estate ,Red,US,"This shows the ample muscle of Washington Merlot, with vineyard sources ranging from Canoe Ridge to Sagemoor to Seven Hills and beyond. It's juicy, tangy, forward yet deep. This is not your ordinary Merlot; it's got flavors of cured meat, almond pastry, and black tea sifting through, ephemeral but fascinating. At the heart is good black cherry fruit.",Me,20,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Substance 2008 Me Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/substance-2008-me-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Substance 13.5,Red,Italy,"This cheerful Rosso di Montalcino offers a distinctively oak-driven bouquet of smoke, spice and mesquite followed by a bright ensemble of berry fruit aromas. The wine is soft and slightly sweet on the finish with a burst of cherry and blueberry at the close.",,30,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Querce Bettina 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querce-bettina-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Querce Bettina 14.9,Red,Argentina,"A typically huge Colomé wine with initial damp, murky, funky aromas that give way to earth, roasted fruit and compost. Fortunately it's fresher in the mouth, and the wine definitely improves with airing. Still, the palate is big and oily, with roasted berry, herb and wild, exotic flavors. A unique style of Malbec from old Calchaquí vines.",Estate,25,89,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2008 Estate Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2008-estate-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2008,Colomé 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a concentrated, ripe and surprisingly rich Rosso di Montalcino that mimics many of the fine characteristics of its big sister, Brunello. The wine is smooth and slightly sweet in the mouth with bursting notes of ripe cherry and succulent strawberry.",,25,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Collosorbo 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collosorbo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Collosorbo 14,Red,Italy,"This is a fine, elegant and linear Brunello di Montalcino with pristine and somewhat sharp aromas of spice, cedar, balsam and cherry cola. The wine is immediate and direct and imparts both polished tannins and enough natural crispness to keep the palate refreshed even when paired with red meat.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collelceto 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collelceto-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Collelceto ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Dark bitter chocolate coated wine, soft in texture, but with a good stalky chewy edge. Final flavors are of cedar, new wood and spice.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Teyssier 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-teyssier-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Teyssier 14.5,Red,Spain,"Initiates with savory, mildly soupy aromas on top of berry fruit. The palate is plump, ripe and balanced, with mocha, coffee and dark, meaty berry flavors. Toasty, dry and very solid on the finish, and convincingly rich as a whole.",JC,24,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vizcarra 2007 JC (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vizcarra-2007-jc-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Vizcarra 13.5,Red,France,"An impressively ripe wine, full of Cabernet Franc trademarks, such as spice, fruitcake and red berry fruits. It is structured, firm, hinting at wood, and finishing with bright acidity.",L'Enchentoir 253,35,89,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Manoir de la Tête Rouge 2005 L'Enchentoir 253 (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manoir-tete-rouge-2005-lenchentoir-253-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Manoir de la Tête Rouge 13,White,South Africa,"Everything about this white smacks of elegance: the slatey, citrus nose, the clean, refreshing slate, asparagus and lime flavors, the flinty, lemon-lime finish. Reserved and poised, it's fresh with a light, minerally touch. Pair with ceviche, oysters or sip on a hot summer day.",,12,89,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Le Bonheur 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bonheur-2008-sauvignon-blanc-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Le Bonheur 12.5,White,France,"A rich wine, with a precise texture that offers layers of acidity. The fruit flavors are likely to open out this year, already hinting at peach juice richness.",Vieilles Vignes,27,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Patient Cottat 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2008-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Patient Cottat 13.9,Red,US,"Syrah is winemaker Charles Smith's strongest suit, so it's not surprising that this is the best of The Orginals, his Magnificent Wine Company project. Fruit and spice are amped up equally, with whiffs of pepper and cut grass. It lingers in the throat with just a hint of alcohol.",The Originals,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2007 The Originals Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2007-originals-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Magnificent Wine Company 12.5,Red,France,"Tannins dominate here, the fruit offering some bright support. The wine is certainly firm, although it misses some concentration. But it is well balanced, berry fruits showing well against a drier core. The aftertaste offers freshness and acidity. Drink over the next year.",Les Charmeuses,19,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Louis Tête 2007 Les Charmeuses (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-tete-2007-charmeuses-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2007,Louis Tête 15,Red,Portugal,"From vineyards at the western end of the Douro region, this is a densely packed wine, with a dusty and tannic texture that also keeps a firm grip on dark berry and stone fruits. The acidity is less apparent, giving a wine that should be drunk in the next 1–2 years.",Quinta dos Poços Grande Reserva,,89,Douro,,,Douro Family Estates 2005 Quinta dos Poços Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douro-family-estates-2005-quinta-pocos-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2005,Douro Family Estates 14,Red,Spain,"Black as night, with chunky, sweet, candied aromas as well as notes of bacon, shoe polish and cough medicine. This is a classic modern-styled wine with intense roasted berry, herb and exotic spice flavors. Licorine, prune, coffee and oak emerge on the broad finish. Very ripe yet it does a good job of straddling the line between big and overripe.",,16,89,Central Spain,Almansa,,Atalaya 2007 Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalaya-2007-red-almansa/,Red Blend,2007,Atalaya 12.8,White,US,"This would be a wonderful wine even if it cost a little more. As it is, it's a steal. Shows refined apricot, peach, lychee, mineral and floral flavors, finished with brisk, mouthwatering acidity, and an absolutely dry finish. One of the best Riesling values available in Cailfornia, and a tremendous cocktail wine. Just 600 cases were produced.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Brass Tacks 2008 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brass-tacks-2008-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2008,Brass Tacks 14,Red,Spain,"Baked, roasted and earthy, with a deep palate of plum, berry and spice aromas. We wouldn't label this a complex or complicated wine; what you smell and taste initially is more or less what you get. Spicy and chocolaty on the finish, and satisfying.",Tábula,29,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2004 Tábula (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2004-tabula-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Ripe and sweet, plush fruit, balanced sufficiently with acidity and some firm tannic character. The wine is chunky, but there is balance.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Montviel 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montviel-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Montviel ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Juicy, with acidity to balance, like a glass of crisp cranberry juice, with the extra tannins from wood and tight fruit.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Monbrison ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Packed, fruity wine, dominated by very fresh acidity. The wine is crisp as much as rich, maybe on the lean side.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescot-saint-exupery-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. This is rich, with sweet fruits and delicious sweet plum flavors, good tannins, a lovely juicy character.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Haut-Simard 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-simard-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Simard ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Light, ripe, fresh with pleasant acidity and the freshest of blackcurrants.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Haut-Carles 2009 Barrel sample (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-carles-2009-barrel-sample-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Carles ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Soft, light and fresh, a wine that misses the structure but does keep the bright fruits and ripe plum and berry flavors.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Greysac 2009 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-greysac-2009-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Greysac 14.9,Red,US,"A very good, immediately impressive Cabernet. We've never seen Chalk Hill Cab of this quality at this price. It shows powerfully oaked, ripe flavors of blackberries, black currants and spices, wrapped into fine, dense tannins. Just what Cab lovers love. Easy to find, with 8,606 cases produced. Drink now.",Lot 140,16,89,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 140 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-140-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark, sweet and candied on the nose, with hints of raisin and licorice that become more prominent in the mouth. Saturated but also somewhat monotone and single-leveled in terms of flavor, where you get a narrow band of sweet black cherry and raisin in front of a short finish. Very nice as always, but not the best Allende we've reviewed.",Allende,26,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 2006 Allende (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-2006-allende-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Finca Allende 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Tight, concentrated and deep, with rubbery aromas of black fruit and earth. The palate is rich and layered, with lemony oak setting up herbal, powerful berry fruit flavors that come with hints of tea and briar. Zesty as well as rich, and well balanced. Nicely done for Salta Syrah.",Don David Reserve,17,89,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2007 Don David Reserve Syrah (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2007-don-david-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cafayate/,Syrah,2007,Michel Torino 14.5,Red,Spain,"An immense, heavily concentrated and sweet wine with aromas of bacon, wood smoke, citrus peel and jammy berry. The palate is rich and unctuous, so much so that it might qualify as syrupy in some circles. The flavors run toward roasted berries, fig paste and chocolate, and all totaled it's bold but a little overripe. Drink now.",,77,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2005 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2005-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2005,O. Fournier ,Red,US,"This is locked up tight upon opening; plan on giving it a good couple of hours in the decanter. Peppery and firm, the compact berry, cherry and plum fruit shows a touch of leather in the nose. The addition of Cabernet seems to mute the brightness of the Syrah.",Aix,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Doyenne 2007 Aix Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2007-aix-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Doyenne 12.5,White,France,"With almost four years aging, this wine has developed a softer, nutty quality, while retaining good freshness. It is relatively light in character, a fine mix of green fruits, a more mature almond paste flavor and a fine, tangy edge.",,,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,De Ladoucette 2006 Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-ladoucette-2006-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,De Ladoucette 12.5,White,France,"A wine that goes straight into currants along with more exotic fruit like mango. That makes it rich in taste, as well as soft in texture. The acidity is there, but seems almost incidental, lost in the vivid fruits.",,,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2008 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Roger et Didier Raimbault 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Brunello that opens with notes of black fruit, forest berry, cherry cola and exotic spice. This is a harmonious and traditional wine that reflects many of the elegant characteristics of the beautiful Tuscan territory that shaped it.",,65,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terralsole 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terralsole-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Terralsole ,Red,US,"A rare Petit Verdot from Washington, very dark and smoky, with earth, herb, a smooth palate, and ripe tannins. This is more terroir-driven than varietally “correct” – a bit of green tea flavor comes in with the tannins, but overall everything is nicely managed.",,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Saviah 2006 Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2006-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2006,Saviah 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a beautiful and charming Rosso di Montalcino (the wine sometimes referred to as a “Baby Brunello”) with spice notes, toast and black mineral wrapped carefully around a core of cherry fruit. The wine shows good crispness, polished tannins and would pair with pasta and meat sauce.",,23,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Mannella 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rooty smelling, with cola, sarsparilla, spiced meats and leafy berry aromas. The palate is plump and soft but healthy, with round, sweet berry fruit flavors and ample spice. A generous wine that's hefty, broad and ready to drink. Impressive given that its run is 45,000 cases.",Crianza,29,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Matarromera 13.8,White,US,"A dry, streamlined wine, for those who don't like super-fruity, oaky ones. With a streak of minerals, it shows an elegant structure framing citrus, melon and peach flavors.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of mineral and jammy raspberry are attractive, yet the palate seems a bit metallic and clicky, with hard to penetrate flavors of rooty fruits, vanilla, coconut and cola. Opens with airing to display secondary berry fruit flavors in front of a tough, firm finish. Nice and ripe, and ready to drink.",Furvus,34,89,Catalonia,Montsant,,Vinyes Doménech 2006 Furvus Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinyes-domenech-2006-furvus-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2006,Vinyes Doménech 15,Red,Spain,"Nice on the bouquet, with aromas of licorice, tobacco, earth, mineral and solid berry fruit. The palate is a blend of power and smooth tannins, and the flavors of black fruit tilt toward fleshy, with buttery oak as an accent. A little flat on the finish, with herbal notes, toast and fig spread. Ready to drink.",Crianza,32,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Resalte 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/resalte-2005-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Resalte 12.5,Red,France,"A wine for short-term aging, despite the relative lightness of the vintage and wine. It has firm tannins and dark berry fruits, layered with plum skins. The fruit sits on a base of tannins and acidity, while the surface remains bright and fresh.",,20,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Louis Tête 2007 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-tete-2007-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2007,Louis Tête 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thick and concentrated Brunello with meaty aromas of smoked bacon and air-dried beef. The fruit notes are on the mature, jammy side and there's also a hint of wet earth or white mushroom that is typical of Sangiovese Grosso in warmer vintages like 2005. It delivers gritty, raw tannins that need a few years to unwind.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere La Vigna 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-vigna-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Podere La Vigna 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Potent smelling, with black pepper, lots of oak and true berry fruit aromas. The palate is a bit pointed and high in acidity, while the flavors of raspberry, currants and red plum are solid. Finishes a little jagged and acidic, but at worst that staunch acidity will keep it alive for years to come. Hold until at least 2011.",Viña Fausto Orellana de Escobar Single Vineyard,50,89,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Trapiche 2007 Viña Fausto Orellana de Escobar Single Vineyard Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2007-vina-fausto-orellana-escobar-single-vineyard-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2007,Trapiche 13.5,Red,Greece,"The nose of this iconic red from Tsantali exhibits black currant, violet and pepper aromas, followed by cheerful but elegant flavors of red and black berries, spice and a lively acidity. Food-friendly with lots of character, the wine will pair well with red meat, heartier fare.",Rapsani,15,89,Halkidiki,,,Tsantali 2006 Rapsani Red (Halkidiki),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2006-rapsani-red-halkidiki/,Red Blend,2006,Tsantali 13.5,Red,Greece,"Black cherry, cigarbox, pepper and mocha give this vclvety red class. Sultry, integrated and unfolding, the wine offers additional warming spice, cinnamon and chocolate on the palate. Mellow black fruits and a delicious cinnamon finish seal the deal.",Metoxi X,25,89,Mount Athos,,,Tsantali 2005 Metoxi X Red (Mount Athos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2005-metoxi-x-red-mount-athos/,Red Blend,2005,Tsantali 14.8,Red,US,"So rich and powerful in fruit. Blackberry and cherry jam, mocha, cola, tobacco, black pepper, anise, licorice, beef jerky, it's all there, on steroids.",Feeney Vineyard,50,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Feeney Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-feeney-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Williams Selyem 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes young and aggressive now, with black currant and oak flavors and hard tannins. But there's something rich and interesting, a depth and complexity that suggest time in the cellar. Give it a good six years, and try again.",Argent,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Penché 2006 Argent Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penche-2006-argent-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Penché 13.5,Red,Italy,"What stands out here is the purity and elegance of this wine's fruit-driven bouquet. This is a Rosso di Montalcino, but it drinks almost like a Brunello (which is by law aged more years in the cellar) thanks to its sophisticated style and integrated spice notes. The main difference is that you can taste the wine's youth here.",,,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Molino di Sant'Antimo 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-santantimo-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Molino di Sant'Antimo ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Very ripe fruit aromas, the fruit ripe, full of sweetness, showing signs of super maturity.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Latour-Martillac 14,Red,US,"Shows tart cranberry crispness in addition to richer cherry and raspberry fruit, but it's a fairly aloof wine now, with competing parts. Even though this isn't a single-vineyard Pinot, it needs time in the cellar, to let everything mellow. Give it 4–5 years.",,46,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,US,"Bring this down to the cellar and let it sleep for at least 5–6 years. It's super-tannic, giving a hard, angular mouthfeel, even though the blackberry, cherry, currant and cedar flavors are powerful. It just wants to throw some sediment and let that mountain fruit shine.",Gist Ranch Estate,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2005 Gist Ranch Estate Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2005-gist-ranch-estate-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,2005,Thomas Fogarty 15,Red,Italy,"This is a plump, succulent and sophisticated Rosso di Montalcino that boasts many of the beautiful characteristics of its big brother, Brunello. The tannins are tight and firm and there's a pleasant level of acidity that helps pair the wine to cheese-based pasta dishes.",,20,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta Vitanza ,Red,US,"Nine vineyards spread throughout eastern Washington contribute to this tart, earthy and dark-toned Cabernet. The alcohol reaches almost 14%, and in this vintage the acids are quite pronounced. Firm, focused cassis and black cherry fruit is framed in polished tannins. Grill a steak and slice some cheese and you are ready to roll with this one.",Cs,20,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Substance 2008 Cs Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/substance-2008-cs-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Substance 11,White,Spain,"A treasure at this price. The nose is impeccably clean, with tropical fruit and honeyed melon aromas. Elegant in the mouth yet there's also just the right acidic pop to liven up the melon, kiwi and apple flavors. A pure, fruity ride. Treixadura, Torrontées, Loureira and Albariño comprise the blend.",,14,90,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Costeira 2008 White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-costeira-2008-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2008,Viña Costeira 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello has evolved nicely since the 2005 harvest and shows sophisticated aromas of dried fruit, pressed flowers, black licorice, road tar and a touch of white pepper. There's great intensity and harmony here and the wine fills your palate with generous fruit flavors and silky tannins. It's ready to drink now.",,40,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Verbena 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verbena-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Verbena ,Red,US,"Winemaker Lloyd Anderson is consistent and stylish in his winemaking, and his wines show well across the board. This captures the house style—extracted, dark, fruity and full-bodied, with the higher acidity and precision sculpturing of the Sangiovese grape. Lovely spice adds more highlights to the finish.",,31,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Walter Dacon 2007 Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2007-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2007,Walter Dacon ,Red,US,"A broad streak of vanilla is set against beautifully ripe, tart and polished raspberry and black cherry fruit. This is quite different from the C'est Syrah Belle, which is aged in French oak. Here it's American oak, which brings in the vanilla and a hint of brine (not too much) and lets the fruit really shine.",C'est Syrah Beaux,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2007 C'est Syrah Beaux Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2007-cest-syrah-beaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Walter Dacon 14.5,Red,Argentina,"With floral aromas, toasty oak notes and solid berry fruit, this bottling is the best among Trapiche's 2007 single-vineyard Malbecs. The palate features smoky berry fruit but also high acidity and some scour. Fortunately it's also layered and structured. Will do best with meats and fatty foods. Drink now through 2015.",Viña Adolfo Ahumada Single Vineyard Villa Bastías,50,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2007 Viña Adolfo Ahumada Single Vineyard Villa Bastías Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2007-vina-adolfo-ahumada-single-vineyard-villa-bastias-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Trapiche 12.5,White,France,"A wine on the crisp, mineral side, bringing out some flintiness while also showing pear juice fruit flavors. There is a strong texture here, leaving a final tight acidity.",,,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Cherrier et Fils 2008 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cherrier-fils-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Cherrier et Fils 12.5,White,France,"A wine with some weight, but also fresh, clean and crisp fruit. The Pellé style is for very ripe grapes, expressing richness as well as the terroir. Here the mineral edge is present, along with tangy flavors, but finishing much richer.",Vignes de Ratier,,90,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Domaine Henry Pellé 2008 Vignes de Ratier (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henry-pelle-2008-vignes-ratier-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Henry Pellé 14,Red,Spain,"Full and dark, with aromas of bacon, crusty minerality, black fruits and spice. Balanced yet bullish, with integrated tannins and toasty, coffee-infused flavors that go straight to black. Long and showing additional coffee on the finish. Drinkable now.",Crianza,30,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Felix Callejo 13,White,France,"A big, rich style of Sancerre, but one that doesn't forget its mineral, flinty roots. The acidity has an edge of sweetness, opened by delicious berry fruit flavors, tangy in its citrus freshness. It could age for another 1–2 years.",Thauvenay,24,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Masson-Blondelet 2008 Thauvenay (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-masson-blondelet-2008-thauvenay-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Masson-Blondelet 13.5,White,Spain,"The opening of peach, mineral, honey and wild green herbs is alluring, and the palate runs smooth and full, and also a little soft and mature. Banana, papaya and melon flavors are pretty and the finish holds its stature. Not as minerally and tight as some; this wine has sweetness and depth. Drink soon.",,18,90,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Gaba do Xil 2007 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaba-xil-2007-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2007,Gaba do Xil ,White,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A full-bodied wine that lacks some definition. It has fatness, weight, but the freshness is not all there.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Bouscaut ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A solid chunky sweet wine, with lots of ripe bright fruits, and vivid blackcurrants. With this structure it will age.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Bonalgue 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonalgue-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bonalgue ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A smooth wine, almost velvet, very polished. The fruits are ripe, sweet, very soft.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-barrail-lamarzelle-figeac-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac 14.3,Red,US,"A big wine, full-bodied and ripe, flooding the mouth with jammy raspberries, cherries, vanilla and sweet oak and a combination of all elements that's as rich as white chocolate. But it's entirely dry, with fine acidity. Defines the ripe, muscular style of Santa Lucia Highlands.",The Pintail Doctor's Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Armanino Family Cellars 2008 The Pintail Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2008-pintail-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Armanino Family Cellars 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of leather, smoked meats, charred oak and lacquer are not for the weak, while the mouthfeel is firm, deep and just right. Juicy and bright in terms of flavors, with black cherry, vanilla and coconut. Toasty and alert on the finish, but with smacking tannins. Drinkable now and good for another four or five years.",Reserva,19,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Beronia ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A smoothly ripe wine, the tannins well integrated into the rich fruits. It has structure, layers of caramel and a good solid and firm character.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Dupré 2009 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-dupre-2009-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fourcas Dupré ,Red,US,"Previous vintage were called L'Etalon but a threatened legal action prompted the name change. It's the same type of Bordeaux blend. When first opened it's quite firm and tannic; as it breathes you'll note hints of violets and a core of cassis, all beautifully proportioned.",Le Coursier Red Wine,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2007 Le Coursier Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2007-le-coursier-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Brian Carter 14,Red,South Africa,"From the cool-climate region of Elgon, the Cluver Pinot offers sweet berries and violet on the nose and an unfolding palate of red berry, coffee and chocolate. Restrained and ageable, the wine's acidity gives it food-oriented character; pair with game or wild fish.",Seven Flags,65,90,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2006 Seven Flags Pinot Noir (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2006-seven-flags-pinot-noir-elgin/,Pinot Noir,2006,Paul Cluver 14.5,Red,Italy,"Spanish cedar, cola and bright cherry notes open the nose of this beautiful Rosso di Montalcino. Added complexity is evident in the many spice and leather notes you'll encounter here and the mouthfeel is tonic, tight and rich enough to stand up to game and red meats.",,26,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Mastrojanni 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastrojanni-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Mastrojanni 12.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of Alvarinho and Trajadura, this combines a creamy texture with bright green fruit acidity. There is weight as well as freshness, the aftertaste rich while also crisp.",Varanda do Conde,,90,Vinho Verde,,,Provam 2009 Varanda do Conde White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provam-2009-varanda-conde-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Provam 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello has an edgy, raw feel that translates into aromas of white cherry, wild raspberries and violets. It's a streamlined and traditional wine with a vibrant, buoyant personality topped by sharp acidity and firm tannins. Pair it with creamy or cheesy dishes.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Molino di Sant'Antimo 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-santantimo-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Molino di Sant'Antimo 11.5,White,Portugal,"Now in a smart clear blue bottle, this is Aveleda's estate wine. It is always a classic, with just some extra weight to give it distinction. The flavors are apple, brightened with lime, finishing with vibrant acidity.",Quinta da Aveleda,9,90,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2009 Quinta da Aveleda White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-quinta-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Aveleda 14,Red,Portugal,"A rich wine, the tannins of the blackberry fruits smoothed by wood. Along with its richness, it has an attractive lightness, freshened with acidity. It is ready to drink now, a delicious mouthful.",,,90,Douro,,,Apegadas Quinta Velha 2007 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apegadas-quinta-velha-2007-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Apegadas Quinta Velha 14.4,White,US,"A lean, steely and slightly herbaceous Chardonnay, whose brisk elegance makes up for the absence of richness. This Chablis-style wine is marked by minerals and suggestions of lemons and limes, as well as strong acidity. Calls for fresh crab in the shell, with plenty of drawn butter for dipping.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fontanella 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanella-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Fontanella 13.5,Red,South Africa,"One of South Africa's premier Pinot Noir producers, Hamilton Russell offers a 2007 Pinot that marries earthy and primal with poised and balanced. The nose exhibits black cherry, clove and anise, and on the palate, savory, rich fruit is balanced by a racy backbone and plucky spices. Elegant and intriguing.",,44,90,Hemel en Aarde,,,Hamilton Russell 2007 Pinot Noir (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamilton-russell-2007-pinot-noir-hemel-en-aarde/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hamilton Russell 14.5,Red,Spain,"Deep and dark on the nose, with licorice, cola and prune aromas. The palate is chunky and full, albeit a touch soft. Saturated flavors of cola, blackberry and chocolate define it as a rich, modern wine, and the finish is appropriately creamy and stacked with sweetness and depth. A lush blend of Garnacha, Cabernet and two indigenous varieties. Drink now through 2011.",Negre,20,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Jaspi 2008 Negre Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaspi-2008-negre-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2008,Jaspi 14.5,White,US,"Absolutely beautiful, one of the best unoaked Chardonnays on the market. Brims with bright, clean flavors of pineapples, limes and kiwis, along with vanilla and a touch of cinnamon spice. With its brisk scour of acidity, it's a super-drinkable wine.",Stainless Steel Fermented,16,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2009 Stainless Steel Fermented Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2009-stainless-steel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Roche 14.5,Red,US,"It's pretty chilly at Roche's Carneros vineyard, and this wine is not one of those superripe Syrahs. It shows a nice array of cherries and berries, but is also very peppery, with a fine note of grilled, charred beef on the bone. It's a complex, pleasing wine for drinking now with upscale fare.",,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2006 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2006,Roche ,White,US,"Plump and spicy, mixing mint and apple, with flavors running into riper fruits—pear and peach. This fills the mouth with luscious fruit, suggestions of vanilla cream and butterscotch, with just enough acidity to bolster it on through into the finish. It's big and thick for Riesling, yet beautifully balanced and quite delicious.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Southard 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southard-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Southard ,Red,US,"Firm and polished, this peppery wine is dark and delicious, its wild berry mountain-flavored fruit dappled with earthy green tea and forest floor notes. The terroir comes through more than the varietal character; it fades gracefully into a light, herbal finish.",Une Vallée Red,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Saviah 2007 Une Vallée Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2007-une-vallee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Saviah ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Firm, stalky almost, with considerable acidity. The wine feels very structured, designed for aging with the freshest final acidity.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Taillefer 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-taillefer-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Taillefer 14,Red,Portugal,"A firmly structured wine, its tannins well bedded into perfumed black plum fruits. It has juicy, fresh acidity over the rich fruits, giving brightness to an otherwise weighty wine.",,24,90,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2007 Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2007,Cortes de Cima 13.5,Red,US,"Concannon has an historic stake in Livermore Valley Petite Sirah, hence the name Conservancy, and with this wine, they do themselves, and it, credit. Dry and full-bodied, it's a peppery, tannic wine with satisfying blackberry and leather flavors. Will gradually unfold over many years.",Conservancy,15,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Conservancy Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-conservancy-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Concannon 13,Red,France,"Vacheron are masters of red Sancerre, and this wine lives up to the billing. There are impressively ripe fruits, flavors of the brightest berries and a sweet, pure character, emphasized by the acidity and underlined by wood.",,,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vacheron 2008 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vacheron-2008-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Vacheron ,Red,US,"From a single vineyard on Snipes Mountain, this is a forceful, dark and liquorous version of Harrison Hill, which often carries more herbal accents. Here it's fruity and floral, with scents of rose petals and concentrated raspberry and cassis. Still young and showing its alcohol, it needs some hours of decanting.",Harrison Hill,75,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,DeLille 2007 Harrison Hill Red (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2007-harrison-hill-red-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,DeLille ,Red,France,"The Duboeuf family property on the edge of the village of Juliénas produces a satisfyingly full-bodied wine, its fruit and tannins offering balance and ripeness. Acidity and cherry flavors are dominant over the dry core.",Château des Capitans,,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Château des Capitans (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-chateau-capitans-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautifully evolved Brunello di Montalcino (from Agricoltori del Geografico) that shows both elegance and harmony within layers of fruit, spice and earth. The wine articulates many of the most pleasurable characteristics associated with Sangiovese Grosso: elegance and liveliness.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Geografico Castello Tricerchi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geografico-castello-tricerchi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Geografico Castello Tricerchi 14.2,Red,US,"This is a hugely flavored, extracted Pinot Noir, distinctly Californian in its ripeness and size. It's massive in cherries and raspberries, with hints of cocoa, anise, Indian spices and black pepper. With 60% new French oak, it's also pretty toasty. A bit ungainly now, but should gain in the cellar. Better after 2013.",Freestone Hills,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2007 Freestone Hills Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2007-freestone-hills-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 12.5,Red,France,"This is big Fleurie, dominated by floral aromas and dry tannins at this stage, and therefore likely to develop for a year or two. The fruits are dark plum, full in the mouth. The acidity offers freshness but also adds to the weight of the texture.",Château des Moriers,17,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Château des Moriers (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-chateau-moriers-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 14.5,White,US,"A flamboyant Chardonnay. Shows flashy scents of vanilla and buttered toast from oak, riding high over pineapple, pear, golden mango and nectarine fruit. Crisp acidity provides needed balance to the richness. Good price for the quality.",Unbridled Bien Nacido Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Wild Horse 2008 Unbridled Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2008-unbridled-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Wild Horse ,Red,US,"It's hard to find good Washington Malbec under $20. Start here. Stone Tree (Wahluke Slope) vineyard provided much of the fruit, and there is a small (10%) amount of new oak in the mix. This captures the steely core of cassis, matches it to sharp, defining acids, and hones the accents of herb and cinnamon spice to a perfect pitch.",Mb,20,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Substance 2008 Mb Malbec (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/substance-2008-mb-malbec-other/,Malbec,2008,Substance 15,White,US,"A bit overt in oak, with vanilla and buttered toast aromas and flavors dominating. But you'll also find rich, flamboyant notes of pineapples, kiwi fruit and limes. Fancy and elegant, with broad restaurant appeal.",,28,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2008 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Longoria ,White,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Very fresh. With just a light touch of wood spice, and a great burst of citrus, grapefruit, a little lychee from Muscadelle.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Le Nardian 2009 Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-nardian-2009-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Le Nardian ,White,US,"The winery calls this a “trocken” style. It's aromatic with a mouthwatering juiciness (though not too puckery) that invites a second (and third) glass. The alcohol is a moderate 12.5%, making this a perfect summer all-purpose, all-food sipping wine.",Dry,11,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2008 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2008-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Pacific Rim 14.3,Red,US,"This is a big, extracted, dense wine whose muscularity makes it a bit too oversized now. It's all primary cherries and raspberries, sweet red currants and sandalwood, and also is quite acidic and tannic. Feels clumsy and jagged, but that's a function of extreme youth. Cellar for 5–6 years, and it should be fine.",Babcock Vineyards,62,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pacific Coast 2007 Babcock Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-coast-2007-babcock-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pacific Coast 13.5,Red,Italy,"Although this Brunello is from the newly released 2005 vintage, it has aromas and textures that remind you of a wine that is older still. There are sophisticated undertones here of smoke and licorice that peep up from behind candied fruit and black currants. There are also nicely integrated tones of exotic spice and mesquite wood at the back.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Sesti 14,Red,Portugal,"Just turning in color, a wine that is beginning to mature. It has leathery texture over spice, ripe tannins and flavors of red fruit jelly. There is a bitter coffee character that melds easily into the tannins. It is a delicious wine, balanced and made for food.",Pegos Claros,14,90,Palmela,,,Companhia das Quintas 2005 Pegos Claros Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2005-pegos-claros-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2005,Companhia das Quintas ,Red,France,"A big, firm and solid wine that shows the proper power of Morgon, while retaining some delicious sweet fruits. The wine is dense in tannins and fruit, giving licorice and spice as well as the final, fresh acidity.",Domaine des Versauds,,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine des Versauds (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-versauds-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 15.5,Red,Australia,"Very ripe, with brandied cherries and dark chocolate combining on the palate. May be too much for some people, but the wine's roundness and soft, silky texture are undeniably appealing. Drink now.",Old Bushvine,17,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2006 Old Bushvine Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2006-old-bushvine-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2006,Reilly's 12.5,White,France,"A single estate run by Joseph Mellot, this produces an impressive ripe style of Sauvignon Blanc, at this stage youthful with exuberant white fruits and grapefruit, and an obvious need to age for 1–2 years.",Domaine des Mariniers,20,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Joseph Mellot 2008 Domaine des Mariniers (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2008-domaine-mariniers-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Joseph Mellot ,White,US,"Firm and full of fresh pear and apple and white peach fruit flavors. A clever blend that includes Muscat, Viognier and Riesling. Crisp and full-bodied, with a very clean and refreshing mouthfeel that extends into a bright, satisfying finish.",,9,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt Vineyards 2008 Pinot Gris (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-vineyards-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Pinot Gris,2008,Hyatt Vineyards ,Red,US,"This is pure Cabernet from the estate vineyard. These are still young vines, and though the potential for greatness is there, they don't deliver the complexity of their neighbor Ciel du Cheval—yet. Excellent fruit mixes berries and cherries, while barrel aging shows in the accents of spice and cracker. Medium-bodied, with alcohol approaching 15%.",Grand Ciel,135,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,DeLille 2006 Grand Ciel Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2006-grand-ciel-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,DeLille 14.5,White,US,"Shows the slight tug of herbaceousness that often marks Carneros/Napa Chardonnays. But it's very dry and crisp, and there's a minerality that helps this lemon- and lime-flavored wine pair cleanly with shellfish, salmon or just a good roast chicken.",ATS Selection,54,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2008 ATS Selection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2008-ats-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Cuvaison ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Very structured wine, dense tannins, weighty, extracted and dark. The fruit is hard to find in all this.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Siran ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Powerful, but smooth, with ripe milk chocolate and sweetness. Very velvet in texture, with just enough acidity.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Puy-Blanquet 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-puy-blanquet-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Puy-Blanquet 14.5,Red,Italy,Here's a smooth but sophisticated Brunello with a wide range of aromas that go from cured meat and wet earth to blackberry and ripe cherry. The wine boasts succulent fruit tones with chewy tannins and long cherry flavors that show territorial character.,,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello di Velona 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-velona-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Castello di Velona ,White,Portugal,"Great ripe fruit, with flavors of apricots and touches of toast and caramel to go with the purest lemon juice fruit flavors. It has more weight than an average Vinho Verde, a concentrated wine, bursting with fruit.",Grande Escolha,,90,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2009 Grande Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2009-grande-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Casa do Valle 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little more herbal, stalky and tomato-influenced than the riper, fresher 2005, but still an elegant, complex wine that shines a positive light on this little-known region at the base of the Pyrenees. Tobacco, tomato leaf, root beer and bouillon flavors set up an herbal, almost Bordeaux-like finish. Layered and structured to boot. Drink now through 2012.",Blecua,100,90,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2004 Blecua Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2004-blecua-red-somontano/,Red Blend,2004,Viñas del Vero 12,White,Spain,"The label says it: fermented in barrel. And one sniff delivers the buttery, toasted character of a Burgundy or California Chardonnay. Underneath the oak, there's fine acidity and blazing apple fruit, and once it finishes you get a finely baked aftertaste. An interesting, elevated mix of Treixadura, Godello, Loureira and Albariño.",Fermentado en Barrica,20,90,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Mein 2008 Fermentado en Barrica White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mein-2008-fermentado-en-barrica-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2008,Viña Mein 14,Red,Argentina,"Deep as a country well, with lush black plum and blackberry aromas as well as lead pencil and balsam wood. The palate is solid but not overly tough or complex, and the flavors of cassis, berry and black cherry are more than satisfying. A pure, textbook modern red wine; drinkable now and over the next couple of years.",Gran,24,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Flechas de los Andes 2008 Gran Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flechas-los-andes-2008-gran-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Flechas de los Andes 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Smooth, wood and black fig flavored wine, rich and velvet in texture. The wine initially seems ready to drink, but then tannins kick in and it is obviously a wine with good aging potential. Certainly the weight, power and ripe fruit are all very evident.",Palpite,35,90,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2006 Palpite Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2006-palpite-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Fitapreta Vinhos 15.5,Red,Portugal,"Powerful and dense, the spicy fruit is solid, dark and juicy. There is a fine balance here, the rich fruit powering through the wood tannins to give an impressive, concentrated finish.",Brites Aguiar,,90,Douro,,,Douro Family Estates 2007 Brites Aguiar Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douro-family-estates-2007-brites-aguiar-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Douro Family Estates 12.5,White,France,"Fresh and creamy in texture, a wine that shows its intensity slowly. It gradually develops a taut, vibrant apple skin and steel texture, very crisp, always bringing out flint and minerality. Age for two years at least.",La Crêle,,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Thomas & Fils 2008 La Crêle (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thomas-fils-2008-crele-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Thomas & Fils 13.7,Red,US,"This is surprisingly fruit forward for a vintage that is often hard and unyielding. Big, ripe, round flavors of black cherry, plum, cassis and spice fill a round and tasty midpalate. The wine does not extend itself from there; it's content to be a big mouthful of well-ripened fruit.",,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Browne Family Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/browne-family-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Browne Family Vineyards ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Owned by Jean-Luc Thunevin of Valandraud, this is an intense - maybe too intense - spicy wine, packed with new wood. There is a juicy character, but structure dominates.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bel-Air Ouÿ 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-ouy-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bel-Air Ouÿ ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Rich and sweet, with fresh tannins and solid fruit flavors. The wine is dark, but has vivid acidity.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Andron Blanquet 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-andron-blanquet-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Andron Blanquet ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Solid, but still fresh wine, good acidity, some sweetness, but more pure blackcurrant and berry fruits.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château du Domaine de l'Eglise 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-domaine-leglise-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château du Domaine de l'Eglise ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. The wine has a rustic edge, over very juicy fruit, very blackcurrant, and with a high acid content. It feels light.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Issan 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dissan-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château d'Issan ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Sweet fruit, soft tannins, ripe wine. The structure takes a while to show with dusty, almost velvet tannins.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Tour de Pin Figeac 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pin-figeac-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Tour de Pin Figeac ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A wine that is packed with bitter chocolate, tight and dark tannins, very solid, firm, perhaps too extracted.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Louvière ,Red,US,"When first opened, despite significant bottle age, it's a bit stubborn, tannic, hard, and showing some heat, iron, black olive, and earth. But with aggressive decanting (several hours at least) it begins to flesh out, opens up, and loses its alcoholic edge.",Solesce Red Wine,58,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2005 Solesce Red Wine Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2005-solesce-red-wine-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2005,Brian Carter ,Red,US,"The Boomtown brand from Dusted Valley is quickly becoming one of Walla Walla's best value lineups. This smooth and satiny Cabernet was aged in 50% new oak—mostly French—and has the chocolaty mouthfeel to prove it. Round, ripe, tasty red fruits are set against the barrel flavors and a streak of licorice. A lot of wine for the price.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boomtown 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Boomtown 14,Red,US,"Made without oak, this wine stars its natural flavors without barrel interference. And what a nice wine it is, with racy acidity and a stony minerality undergirding ripe flavors of lime, pink grapefruit, kiwi, white peach, apricot, chamomile tea and wildflowers. Finishes clean, spicy and wonderfully dry.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Ampelos 2009 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2009,Ampelos ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Solidly packed tannins, very firm and structured, a feeling of considerable extract as well as a high toast content.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de Chantegrive 2009 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantegrive-2009-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Chantegrive ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Spice and sweet fruits, a delicious wine, already soft and approachable. Only a hint of tough tannin suggests aging.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2009 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2009-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 14,White,South Africa,"This zippy, fresh sip starts with tropical fruit and citrus aromas, followed by balanced citrus and asparagus flavors. All of it dances on a racy acidity. An elegant, world-class white.",1685,16,90,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2008 1685 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2008-1685-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Boschendal 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with earth, tobacco, briar and nutty aromas. This is now aged to its best state, and while there's still some tannic bite, it's at a straightforward, mature place. Flavors of roasted plum and spice are classy, and the finish is reflective of a fine vintage. Drink now or in the near future.",Glorioso Gran Reserva,35,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2001 Glorioso Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2001-glorioso-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Palacio ,White,US,"In this newest vintage of Oriana, the Riesling component has been bumped up to 18%; the rest is half Viognier, 31% Roussanne. The three grapes complement each other well; the Riesling adding aromatics, acidity and a barely perceptible amount of residual sugar. This opens with a vitamin pill aroma that slowly dissipates; the fruit flavors are a mix of pineapple and Satsuma orange, with lots of natural acidity.",Oriana White,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2008 Oriana White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2008-oriana-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Brian Carter 13.9,Red,Argentina,"A touch leathery and cooked at first, but with time the bouquet deftly blends saucy, savory Syrah aromas with sun-baked black fruit notes. The palate is saturated and chunky, with aggressive sweet-and-sauvage flavors of grilled meats, spice and burnt brown sugar. Roasted, warm and mildly bitter on the finish. Drink now through 2012.",San Alberto,27,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 San Alberto Syrah (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-san-alberto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lujan-cuyo/,Syrah,2007,Viña Alicia 13,White,South Africa,"Nutty, spicy aromas are followed by a beautiful mélange of toasted nut, cream and fresh fruit. The wine is rounded and elegant with its mineral lift and toasted finish. Pair with lobster, salmon and poultry.",,32,90,Hemel en Aarde,,,Hamilton Russell 2008 Chardonnay (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamilton-russell-2008-chardonnay-hemel-en-aarde/,Chardonnay,2008,Hamilton Russell 15,Red,Spain,"Dark and dense, with aromas of rich black fruits, grilled meat and a lot of oak. The palate is extracted but it's not the least bit hard or biting. Flavors of Concord grapes and blackberry are sweet, and the finish keeps its fruit. Could it use more minerality and toughness? Maybe, but as is it's very approachable. Drink now through 2012.",Selecció Especial,95,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Ferrer Bobet 2006 Selecció Especial Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrer-bobet-2006-seleccio-especial-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Ferrer Bobet 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A big rich wine in taste, and well balanced with the alcohol, giving a smooth texture, with good density of black plum juice flavors. It is a solid, chunky structure, a potential powerhouse, looking for aging 5–6 years.",Passadouro,,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2006 Passadouro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2006-passadouro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Quinta do Passadouro 14.2,White,US,"Good price for an upscale Chardonnay this rich and interesting. It's oaky, with vanilla and buttered toast flavors, but the underlying pineapple and Meyer lemon fruit easily supports the wood, while brisk, refreshing acidity provides balance.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2008 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Mercy 14,Red,Italy,"Vintner Gianni Pignattai has crafted a gorgeous Rosso di Montalcino that is a small step away in intensity and complexity from its big brother Brunello. Careful oak aging adds layers of spice and tobacco, but there's also an abundance of bright berry fruit. The wine is lean and compact in the mouth with a fresh close.",,30,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Pietroso 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietroso-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pietroso ,Red,US,"Immaculately clean and ripe fruit is on display here, a potpourri of mixed berries. High toned aromas bring in accents of wildflowers, honey and vanilla, continuing into a very pretty finish.",Grand Ciel Vineyard,75,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Doyenne 2007 Grand Ciel Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2007-grand-ciel-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Doyenne 14,Red,Portugal,"A fine and elegant wine, flavors of blackberry and spice to go with the bright acidity. It has a fine layer of dusty, dry tannins that flesh out the fruit, along with a great final swathe of fresh fruit.",Bajancas,,90,Douro,,,Douro Family Estates 2006 Bajancas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douro-family-estates-2006-bajancas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Douro Family Estates 14.5,Red,US,"Dark, tannic and full-bodied, this five grape Bordeaux blend from a classic Washington vintage is 100% Alder Ridge fruit. This is a fine effort, cellar-ready and substantial. Black fruits, fresh herbs, a hint of tomato leaf, a streak of caramel, all come together but need lots of breathing time (or cellaring) to show their best.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Six Prong 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-prong-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Six Prong 14,Red,Australia,"A bit chunkier than the more finesse-full 2006, but still a perfumed, raspberry-scented Shiraz. Savory notes add richness and depth, finishing with some dusty tannins. Drink 2011–2015.",,35,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Shaw and Smith 2007 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-smith-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2007,Shaw and Smith 14.3,White,US,"With no oak or malolactic fermentation, this wine is all pure, savory fruit. Made from a combination of Clarksburg, in the Delta, and Monterey fruit, it combines warm climate ripeness with coastal acidity to produce a crisp wine with intricate lime and spice flavors.",,15,90,California,California Other,California,J Vineyards & Winery 2009 Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,J Vineyards & Winery 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich and voluptuous, with a mouthfeel of pure satin and velvet. Rich and extracted, too, offering a wealth of blackberries, currants, chocolate and pepper. A very tasty wine for drinking soon.",À Côté Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2008 À Côté Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-a-cote-santa-barbara-highlands-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,La Fenêtre 14.3,White,US,"Shows lots of dryness and austerity, with acidity, minerals and herbs accompanying the citrus and oak flavors. Not a flamboyant Chardonnay, but a controlled one that offers complexity. A good companion to fresh crab, with buttery garlic bread.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Magness 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magness-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Magness 13,White,France,"La Moynerie is the name of the Michel Redde winery, surrounded by the vineyards of Pouilly. This is a ripe, full-bodied wine boasting ripe green plums to go with the grapefruit zest acidity. There is a firm, tangy texture, bringing the wine to a long, crisp finish.",La Moynerie,,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Michel Redde 2007 La Moynerie (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-redde-2007-moynerie-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Michel Redde 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The regal Series M blend starts with aromas of dark juicy plum and black currant, coffee and chocolate, rolling into an array of bright, spicy black fruit, tobacco and cedar. Rich and savory on the palate but enlivened by good minerality, it's a classic South African red with world-class balance.",Series M,35,90,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2006 Series M Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2006-series-m-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Vilafonté 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cinnamon, plum, blackberry and cedar aromas start this rich but poised red. Savory flavors of black fruit and spice are accompanied by fine, chalky tannins. Pair with lamb, richer fare.",Bonne Nouvelle,34,90,Stellenbosch,,,Remhoogte 2003 Bonne Nouvelle Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remhoogte-2003-bonne-nouvelle-red-stellenbosch-112331/,Red Blend,2003,Remhoogte 13.5,White,France,"The Chenin Blanc shines here, with its smooth, creamy texture, hints of almonds, pears and an edge of firm texture. Acidity is balanced, a fine touch to finish a delicious wine.",Chapitre 9,25,90,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Manoir de la Tête Rouge 2007 Chapitre 9 (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manoir-tete-rouge-2007-chapitre-9-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Manoir de la Tête Rouge 14,Red,Italy,"Talenti's Rosso di Montalcino delivers impressive intensity and aromatic complexity. You'll get notes here of cherry, wild berries, wet earth, violets and exotic spice. The wine is silky and rich on the palate and leaves loads of cherry flavors on the close.",,,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Talenti 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Talenti 15.3,Red,US,"Strong in fruit and acidity, this Pinot Noir swamps the palate with gigantic flavors of raspberries and cherries that taste like they were baked into a pie. That includes the pie crust, with it's spicy, vanilla smokiness. It's all a bit in your face, but it's flashy.",Cuvee Sarah Case Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,75,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2008 Cuvee Sarah Case Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2008-cuvee-sarah-case-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Talbott 14.5,Red,US,"This big, powerful Pinot Noir needs some time to resolve its contradictions. It's totally dry, with silky tannins and fine coastal acidity, but there's a heavy density to the cherry, orange zest, spice and sandalwood flavors. A classic example of an ageworthy Pinot Noir, it should come into its own by 2013.",Oppenlander Vineyard,75,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Adrian Fog 2007 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adrian-fog-2007-oppenlander-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adrian Fog 14.4,Red,US,"A very nice Pinot that shows the classic elegance associated with this producer. It's one to drink now. Dry and silky, it offers rich, complex flavors of cherries, cola, spices and sandalwood. Feels really classy all the way through.",,36,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Robert Stemmler ,White,US,"This juicy blend of Gewürztraminer and Riesling sports a lush mix of melon, citrus, orange peel and grapefruit, with spicy highlights.",The Magician,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2008 The Magician White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2008-magician-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Sleight of Hand 13.5,White,France,"Weighty Sauvignon Blanc, going for tropical flavors, very ripe yellow fruits and sweet acidity. The wine is rich, concentrated, keeping a mineral edge, showing some of the intensity of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. A delicious, ripe wine.",Château de Fontaine-Audon,,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Langlois-Chateau 2008 Château de Fontaine-Audon (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2008-fontaine-audon-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Langlois-Chateau ,Red,US,"Tight and vertical, this is veined with licorice, tobacco and vanilla, threading through the tart, wild mountain berry fruit. Smoke and black tea, with a whiff of barnyard, seep into the finish. Needs extra breathing time.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2007 Syrah (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Upland Estates ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, this estate-grown Malbec from Snipes Mountain (central Yakima Valley) is deep and fascinating, with luscious plum and berry flavors accented with floral highlights. It moves gracefully across the palate, showing subtle streaks of earth, iron and a tiny whiff of the barnyard.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2007 Malbec (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Malbec,2007,Upland Estates 14.5,Red,Spain,"Very dark and oaky, with lemon, bacon, charcoal and high-toned black fruit aromas. The palate is rich and warm, almost heavy, with intense blackberry, chocolate and figgy flavors. Shows very nice texture and size but also tips toward molten ripeness and heavy sweetness. Drink soon.",AlfaSpiga,47,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2005 AlfaSpiga (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2005-alfaspiga-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2005,O. Fournier 12.5,White,Portugal,"A fresh, cream and baked apple wine, with some good citrus zest, acidity and a taut texture. It has a pure, crisp character which then moves into a firm, pear juice flavor. Another year would soften and release the spicy wood.",Guru,,90,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2008 Guru White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2008-guru-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Wine & Soul 15,Red,Australia,"The blend is 50% Grenache, 40% Shiraz and 10% Mourvèdre, and it delivers a creamy mouthful of bright berry flavors. A hint of chocolate adds another dimension, while the mouthfeel is lush without being overly soft. Drink now–2012.",The Medley,30,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley-Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 The Medley G-S-M (Barossa Valley-Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-medley-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa-valley-clare-valley/,G-S-M,2006,Kilikanoon 13.9,White,US,"We need wines like this that are super-dry, ultra-crisp in acidity and sleakly lean. This one's the anti-Chardonnay. It's tightly wound in minerals and citrus fruits, a Sancerre-style wine born to drink with food. Crab salad in lettuce wraps or chicken satay skewers come to mind.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Carr 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-carr-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Joseph Carr 14.5,White,US,"A beautiful Pinot Gris that lifts this variety beyond workhorse into true elegance and style. Braced with brisk acidity and minerals, it features rich flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, wildflowers, honeysuckle flowers, vanilla and cinnamon spice.",La Encantada Vineyard,28,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2008 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2008-encantada-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2008,Alma Rosa 11,White,Portugal,"Loureiro has made the region of Ponte de Lima its home, and this full and rich wine brings together the crispness with a more serious perfumed character. It is a wine that could age for a year, although its extreme vibrant fruit is already in great form.",Colheita Seleccionada,,90,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2009 Colheita Seleccionada Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2009-colheita-seleccionada-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2009,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 14,Red,Portugal,"Big and rich, this is a round and structured wine. It has great layers of ripe herbs, full black fruits and exotic spice to go over the dry tannins. The final flavors are rich, tarry, juicy as well as powerful.",Bridão Reserva,13,90,Ribatejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2006 Bridão Reserva Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2006-bridao-reserva-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,2006,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 14.3,Red,US,"A very nice red wine for drinking now with foods from all sorts of ethnicities and styles. Made from a bunch of varieties, including Cabernet, Grenache and Tempranillo, the wine is dry and tannic, with deep flavors of blackberries, black currants, anise and sweet, smoky sandalwood.",Elements by Artesa,18,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Artesa 2006 Elements by Artesa Red (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2006-elements-by-red-napa-sonoma-napa/,Red Blend,2006,Artesa 14.8,Red,Argentina,"A power-packed blend of 60% Cabernet and 40% Merlot that offers mossy aromas, earth and lush black fruit scents. The palate is lively yet balanced, with saturated wild berry, toast, anise and pepper flavors. Dark, toasted and showing licorice on the finish. A little hot and aggressive, so drink in late 2010 through 2012.",Celebración Reserve,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2006 Celebración Reserve Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2006-celebracion-reserve-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Andeluna ,White,US,"Inviting, fresh, racy scents mix pineapple, citrus and light tropical fruits. There is an interesting mouthfeel not unlike Sémillon, though none is indicated in the blend. The wine has substantial length and unusual highlights of spice, clove and mint, along with plenty of rich, ripe fruit to hold down the center palate. Not shy at 14.8% alcohol, this is a fine effort from consulting winemaker Charlie Hoppes.",Estate,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2008-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Goose Ridge 12.5,White,France,"This wine has a smoky character with aromas of wood smoke and autumnal apple orchards. The flavors are packed with herbs, very intense, needing 2–3 years to soften.",Les Caillottes,27,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2008 Les Caillottes (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2008-caillottes-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fournier Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a very impressive Rosso di Montalcino with thick, rich concentration and pretty aromas of black fruit, spice and cola. This is more than a “baby Brunello” as Rosso di Montalcino is sometimes called: it's a rich, steady wine that holds its own against some of the better wines of the region. The tannins are tight and firm.",,,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Il Cocco 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-cocco-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Il Cocco 13,White,Italy,Valiano's beautifully aged Chardonnay delivers impressive complexity and depth of bouquet. What stands out here are the linear mineral tones that are framed by stone and passion fruits. There's a touch of melted butter or almond cream and the mouthfeel is smooth and rich without being heavy.,Donna di Valiano,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Valiano 2005 Donna di Valiano Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-valiano-2005-donna-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2005,Fattoria di Valiano 13,Red,France,"There is some richness here, a wine that has sweet plum and spice flavors followed by a toasty character. The fruit has some stalkiness, while the acidity is very present. Could age well.",Domaine René Couly,18,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2008 Domaine René Couly (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2008-domaine-rene-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Couly-Dutheil 14,Red,Italy,"From newcomer Maddalena Cordella, this elegant Rosso di Montalcino delivers sweet oak notes backed by cherry and wild berries. Pair this wine with lamb or pork because it has the power and intensity to stand up to grilled meat dishes. The finish is elegant and refined.",,20,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Cordella 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordella-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Cordella ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A big wine, with intense dark tannins and great concentration. This is a wine of power, somewhat rough around the edges. To finish, great juiciness.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Lafleur-Gazin 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafleur-gazin-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lafleur-Gazin ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A rounded wine, packed with rich fruits, feeling generous. The plum and damson juice flavors are dominant, ripe and powerful.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château d'Angludet ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Juicy, the fruit showing some awkward super-maturity. Power, but the structure is missing.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse ,White,US,"Lovely lemon drop and tangerine fruit creates a juicy, vibrant mouthfeel, with a baby aspirin/orange candy streak running down the midpalate. Tasted just after being released, this looks likely to improve over the next year or two.",Métier Blanc,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Doyenne 2008 Métier Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2008-metier-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Doyenne 14.5,Red,Italy,This is a beautiful red blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from the Montalcino subzone of Sant'Antimo (where super Tuscan wines are made) with light mineral dustings that show delicately over a solid core of black fruit and exotic spice. The mouthfeel is bright and polished.,Ateo,34,90,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2007 Ateo Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2007-ateo-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2007,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Surprisingly lightweight wine, its freshness the dominant character. It shows bright black fruits and some toast, the tannins a sweet element.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tour de Pez 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pez-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tour de Pez ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Caramel aromas, a wine that seems over-extracted, tough. The fruit has a juicy element, but misses out on elegance.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Phélan-Ségur 13.5,White,US,"A very nice Chardonnay that's dry and crisp and elegant. Shows tart, leesy flavors of citrus fruits, apricots and pears, with a steely minerality that may come from those famous Livermore rocks. Great price for a Chardonnay of this quality.",Conservancy,15,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2008 Conservancy Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-conservancy-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Concannon 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a dark and beautifully intense Rosso di Montalcino with penetrating notes of black cherry, plum, prune, spice and leather. It's a sophisticated and food-friendly wine from one of the most beautiful wine-producing territories on earth.",,,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Col di Lano di Giovanna Neri 2006 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-lano-giovanna-neri-2006-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Col di Lano di Giovanna Neri ,White,US,"Stainless steel fermented, this pure varietal is bursting with a tasty fruit bowl mix of apple, pineapple, and Meyer lemon. A hint of mint sneaks in, and the acidity brings bracing minerality to the finish.",,13,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boomtown 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Boomtown ,White,US,"This is all Birch Creek vineyard fruit, barrel fermented and put through full malolactic. It's soft, fleshy and buttery, with good ripe light tropical fruit, lots of barrel flavor, and enough acid to support it all. Both Rulo Chardonnays are perfect expressions of their style—one oaked, one unoaked—each in fine balance and proportion.",Birch Creek Vineyard,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rulo 2008 Birch Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2008-birch-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Rulo 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This evolving Bordeaux blend offers beautiful aromas of blackberry, anise and spice, followed by a full, complex mouth of tobacco, cedar, black fruit and spice. Lingering finish. Pair with grilled lamb, or a beef filet.",Quinary,20,91,Western Cape,,,Raka 2005 Quinary Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raka-2005-quinary-red-western-cape/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Raka 14,Red,Italy,"There is a woody or brambly quality to this Brunello that will remind you of forest brush and wild berries. You'll also get tones of mesquite wood, root beer, licorice and very enticing balsam notes that create a sharp and immediate quality to the overall delivery. This is a different Brunello with its own character, personality and unique intensity.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tornesi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tornesi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tornesi 13,White,France,"Made from old vines in a single vineyard, very intense even in its youth. It has a smooth, creamy texture over a core of flint and herbaceousness. It gradually builds, offering green and white fruits and vibrant acidity. This is a beautiful wine.",Clos Paradis,23,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2008 Clos Paradis (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2008-clos-paradis-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Fouassier 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fattoria dei Barbi's 2005 Brunello opens with a ripe, saturated ruby color and thick aromas of black cherry, tobacco, leather and a playful touch of exotic spice. The wine needs time to integrate and another three years of cellar aging should do the trick.",,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria dei Barbi 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-barbi-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fattoria dei Barbi ,Red,France,"On the tannic side of Gamay, this could be young Pinot Noir in its mineral structure and solid texture. It is a wine for aging with its black plum and spice flavors, with the acidity lighting up the aftertaste.",Belles Grives,,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Belles Grives (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-belles-grives-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,Spain,"Earth, rubber, spice, oak and bold berry aromas give this a classic Ribera nose, while the palate is pure and sensual, with shining raspberry, strawberry and plum flavors. Control and poise are on display, and the finish is clean, dry, warm and satisfying. Will be better in two or three years; best from 2012 through 2018.",Malleolus,71,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2007 Malleolus (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2007-malleolus-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Emilio Moro ,Red,Spain,"Impressive for the way it blends modern richness with authentic aromas and flavors. The nose offers prune, leather, blackberry and fine dried cheese, while the palate is savory and smooth, with chocolaty, round berry fruit flavors and then additional chocolate and toast on the finish. Lively and dense, but not heavy. Drink now through 2013.",,30,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Comenge 2005 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comenge-2005-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Comenge ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Packed with ripe fruits, caramel flavors, lots of wood, solid and well balanced. Good final acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2009 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2009-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Rahoul ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Under new ownership after the sale by Alain Raynaud, this is now a lighter style of wine. But it does have great acidity, really fresh, with smoky tannins.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Quinault L'Enclos 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-quinault-lenclos-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Quinault L'Enclos ,Red,France,90-92 Barrel sample. Tough tannins over juicy fruit. The wine has great ripeness as well as freshness. The intensity of the blackcurrant is considerable.,Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos Labory 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-labory-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cos Labory ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Very tight green flavors, herbaceous, with lively fresh fruits, but restrained into a taut, mineral jacket.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A finely structured wine, its tannins firm but generous. It has some dark characters, black plums and a solid texture, but it is also fired with super-rich fruit.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Moulin de la Rose 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-rose-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Moulin de la Rose ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. The juicy blackcurrant flavors of the year show through here, the wine a firm balance between juicy fruit and the driest of tannins.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château les Ormes de Pez 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-pez-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château les Ormes de Pez 14.5,White,US,"Shows tremendeous richness and impressive weight along the lines of a Chardonnay, although the flavors are lighter and more refined, suggesting tangerines and Meyer lemons. Brisk coastal acidity provides brilliantly bright balance. Very fine as a more food-friendly alternative to many Chardonnays.",La Encantada Vineyard,28,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2008 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2008-la-encantada-vineyard-pinot-blanc-sta-rita-hills-115119/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Alma Rosa 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a feminine and deeply floral expression of Sangiovese Grosso with background notes of wet earth, violets, rose petal, currants and a smoky touch of mesquite wood. In the mouth, the wine shows excellent power and concentration. We suggest a pairing with rabbit or magret de canard.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Innocenti 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocenti-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Innocenti 14.5,Red,Australia,"A full-bodied Cab, with bold cassis flavors tinged with vanilla. There's no hint of green in this ripe, rich wine and no hard edges, either. Long on the finish—a top Cab for a reasonable price.",Blocks Road,30,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 Blocks Road Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-blocks-road-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kilikanoon 14,Red,US,"You don't want to drink this wine now. It's way too tannic, which also accentuates the acidity. It all makes for a tough palate experience, despite rich raspberry, cherry, cola and cedar flavors. So stash this vastly interesting Pinot Noir in your cellar for 3–5 years. But if you can't, decant. Even overnight.",Westside Road Neighbors,67,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Westside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-westside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"A sort of reserve (“crafted from our finest French oak barrels”) this bumps up the amplitude and concentration a notch, and seems to combine the distinctive qualities of the other two C'est Syrahs from Walter Dacon. The fruit includes berries, compote, cherries and plums, there are streaks of pepper and chocolate, and a hint of the garrigue and compost that define the winery's Boushey vineyard bottling. A fine effort.",C'est Syrah Magnifique,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Walter Dacon 2007 C'est Syrah Magnifique Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2007-cest-syrah-magnifique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Walter Dacon ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. The greatest juicy fruit, some wood character, with great freshness and lots of blackcurrant character. Great ripe fruits.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pibran 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pibran-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pibran ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Fresh, full in the mouth wine, the bright Sauvignon character, rounded and given a pear fruit character. Just touched by wood.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Garde 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-garde-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château la Garde 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Brunello Riserva with a delicate, feminine nose that recalls elements of forest fruit, pressed violets, cherry cola and dried herbs. The wine is determined, linear and powerful in the mouth with tight tannins and a polished, slightly bitter finish.",Riserva,90,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanna 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanna-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Capanna ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Pure blackberry and currant fruits, lots of ripe and juicy flavors. Intense, concentrated and smoky.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Couspaude 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couspaude-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Couspaude ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Firm tannins, but also ripe, sweet fruits, with a fine balance. While the wine is on the light, fresh side, it does have a good, final structure.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Coufran 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coufran-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Coufran ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A bright, shiny wine, spiced with blackcurrants and sweet plums, very fruity, dancing with liveliness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Brillette 2009 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brillette-2009-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Brillette ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. It takes a while for this wine to show. Then it has solid tannins, topped by ripe berry flavors, rich plums and an edge of juiciness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bouscaut 13.5,Red,Spain,"A complete modern Rioja with cola, cassis and smoky aromas. Excellent mouthfeel and toasty black fruit and licorice flavors work well together, and the finish is refined, warm and peppery. Not an overly lush wine but it is generous and loaded with a bit of everything good: body, tannin, acidity, flavor and complexity. Drink now through 2014.",Reserva,27,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Muga 14,Red,Italy,"Pian delle Vigne comes from vineyards planted in lower lands compared to many other Montalcino crus. This results in slightly higher temperatures during the growing season and thicker, sweeter wines. What it loses in complexity it gains in generous tones of sweet cherry, chocolate and spice. The wine's texture is round, rich and opulent.",Pian delle Vigne,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi Antinori 2005 Pian delle Vigne (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2005-pian-delle-vigne-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Marchesi Antinori 13,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant and traditional Brunello with bright fruit notes including wild berries, cherry, plum and red currants. There's also a bit of underbrush here or wild mushroom that makes for a nice touch. The wine is smooth and polished in the mouth with a touch of sweet berry on the close.",,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Querce Bettina 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querce-bettina-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Querce Bettina ,White,US,"Well-integrated flavors of mixed fruits are augmented with a sneaky streak of caramel, and a slight buttery softness in the finish. Very appealing, with a good long finish.",Organic,14,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2009 Organic Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2009-organic-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Pacific Rim ,White,US,"Full-bodied, it leans into stone fruits and light tropical. Tasted a few weeks before its official release, it remained a little sugary, with its relatively high alcohol (and lower acidity) adding to the impression of sweetness.",Wallula Vineyard Biodynamic,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2008 Wallula Vineyard Biodynamic Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2008-wallula-vineyard-biodynamic-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Pacific Rim 13.5,Red,Spain,"Concentrated and sweet, with a baked, raisiny richness that maintains its clarity. The palate is dense but not punishing or tannic. Flavors of blackberry and prune veer toward syrupy, setting up a sweet, generous finish of fig paste and coconut. Modern-styled Rioja done right.",Seleccion Personal,55,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Abel Mendoza 2006 Seleccion Personal (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abel-mendoza-2006-seleccion-personal-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Abel Mendoza ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Soft, fleshy and fruity, with tannins that are very ripe. The fruit has blackberry juice, sweet with an edge of licorice.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Goulée 2009 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goulee-2009-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Goulée 15,Red,Portugal,"From old vines, on pre-phylloxera terraces, this is a powerful, concentrated wine. It is solid, packed with sweet rich fruits with an opulent texture. The acidity keeps the extravagance in check, but this is not a faint-hearted wine.",Quinta do Malho,90,91,Douro,,,J. & F. Lurton 2007 Quinta do Malho Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2007-quinta-malho-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,J. & F. Lurton 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Almost black in color, a wine that boasts big fruit, big tannins, power everywhere. The style is concentrated but balanced, with raisin and dark plums important elements along with the wood and the dark tannins.",Arrepiado,,91,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Arrepiado Velho 2007 Arrepiado Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-arrepiado-velho-2007-arrepiado-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade do Arrepiado Velho ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. From a vineyard right on the edge of the city of Saint-Emilion, this is a rounded wine, packed with ripe and generous fruit, black cherries and velvet tannins. The finish is very juicy.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Carré 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-carre-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Le Carré 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a thick and densely concentrated Brunello with layers of soft spice, mature fruit, blackberry, leather and a touch of black licorice. The wine is extremely rich and opulent in the mouth and delivers excellent concentration and body. It fills the mouth nicely with its delicious fruit tones.",,43,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta Vitanza 14,Red,Portugal,"It is rare to find a pure Petit Verdot (the grape used in some blends in Bordeaux) anywhere, let alone in Portugal. The Alentejo is a good place, with guaranteed ripeness for this fickle grape. Dark in color, packed with dense tannins and a heavy layer of wood, this is not for the faint-hearted. It is certainly ripe and rich.",,44,91,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2008 Petit Verdot (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2008-petit-verdot-alentejano/,Petit Verdot,2008,Cortes de Cima ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Dense, smoky tannins over ripe fruit with layers of powerful structure. It is extracted but also well-made.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Clos Magdelaine 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-magdelaine-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos Magdelaine ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Big, solid rich and dense fruits, packed with black berry juice and very ripe tannins. It feels wighty, with a stewed prune aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos du Clocher 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-clocher-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos du Clocher ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Ripe, sweet fruit, lots of smooth tannins, caramel and toast. The fruit is rich, lightly structured with firm tannins showing through.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos des Jacobins 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-jacobins-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos des Jacobins ,Red,US,"This wine is often closed down upon release, and the 2007 is no exception. Plan on putting it into the cellar, or give it many hours of decanting. It slowly opens with tightly layered red and blue fruits, baking spices, and hints of herb and seed. The finish turns a little chalky.",Chaleur Estate Red,75,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 2007 Chaleur Estate Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2007-chaleur-estate-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2007,DeLille ,Red,France,"A big, solid wine, dominated by both tannins and dark red fruits. This is an impressive wine, its structure full of dark corners. The acidity is an integral part of the rich fruits. Definitely ageworthy.",Domaine de la Chaponne,,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine de la Chaponne (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-la-chaponne-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 14.7,Red,US,"Winemaker James MacPhail brings his touch to this ripe, delicious Pinot Noir. It explodes in raspberries and cherries, but it's no more fruit bomb. Shows fine acidity and even a dusting of tannins that provide structural integrity. Really nice now, and should develop over the next 4–6 years.",Sarmento Vineyard,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Sequana 2008 Sarmento Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2008-sarmento-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sequana 14.9,Red,US,"Ultrarich and forward in fruit, and what's wrong with that? Floods the palate with pie filling flavors of cherries and raspberries, with a rich coating of oak that adds vanilla, buttered toast and caramel. The richness is balanced with crisp acidity.",Dutton Ranch,40,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sequana 2008 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2008-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sequana ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. The ripest fruit, with plenty of sweet flavors, packed with spice, the ripe wood giving structure.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Badon 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-badon-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos Badon ,Red,France,"The most famous hillside in Morgon gives a satisfyingly structured wine, dominated by a warm character of well-exposed vines, but also with a more serious edge of acidity and fresh juiciness. The wine has a good dense final texture and could age for a year or two.",Côte de Py,,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Côte de Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-cote-de-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 15,Red,Spain,"Dark and crusty aromas of black fruit, wild black truffles, coconut and lemon peel are pure Priorato, while the tight, tannic palate provokes salivation as it delivers firm black cherry, dark plum and citrusy (lemon) flavors. Finishes with coffee and coconut. The definition of a harmonious Priorat red. Drink from 2011 through 2016.",Mas Sinén Negre,62,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Burgos-Porta 2007 Mas Sinén Negre Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-burgos-porta-2007-mas-sinen-negre-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Celler Burgos-Porta 14.4,Red,US,"Big, powerful and ripe, in the manner of Santa Lucia Highlands, this Pinot Noir has very dense, tannic flavors of cherries, black raspberries and cola, accented with spicy oak. It's extraordinarily rich, if a little too full-bodied. Too heavy now. Give it 4–5 years in the cellar.",Garys' Vineyard,54,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2008 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A very smoky character, with an attractive lightness. The fruit is bright, even though there is richness. The tannins give a dark, dry aftertaste.",Barrel sample,60,91,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Fontenil 2009 Barrel sample (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenil-2009-barrel-sample-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fontenil ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Owned by Château Angélus, a soft and gentle wine, wearing its fruit on its sleeve, the tannins light, followed by a juicy texture.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Daugay 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daugay-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Daugay ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Dense tannins over delicious blackberry juicy fruit. A finely structured wine, good freshness and sweet aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Chasse-Spleen 2009 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chasse-spleen-2009-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Chasse-Spleen ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Firmly dry wine, solid with many firm, wood-derived tannins. It gives bitter coffee and cranberry juice flavors, but also manages to retain freshness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Chateau La Tour Carnet 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-carnet-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Chateau La Tour Carnet 13.5,Red,Spain,"Somontano is not exactly prime real estate among Spanish wine regions, but Blecua, a four-grape blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon, is one of the best wines the region has to offer. Smoke, licorice, rooty cola and lemony oak aromas mix with flavors of blackberry, coffee, cola and roasted meats. It's a bit choppy and hard now, but time will help it along. A classy wine to drink from 2011 through 2016.",Blecua,100,91,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2005 Blecua Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2005-blecua-red-somontano/,Red Blend,2005,Viñas del Vero ,Red,US,"You have to look closely at the back label to see that this is sourced from the outstanding Boushey Vineyard in Washington's Yakima Valley. But there is no doubt once you taste the rush of blueberry/blackberry fruit, swathed in smoky meat, bacon fat, dried tobacco and composted earth flavors. Incense aromas weave through, with firm acids holding the wine in focus.",,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Verve 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Verve ,Red,US,"This wine hits the ground running, with a surging nose of ripe raspberries, cassis, coffee, tobacco and chocolate. Those flavors fall right into line in the mouth, the fruit so bright and fresh you can almost see it. Flavors are focused and penetrating; little details keep emerging throughout a lengthy finish. It's hard to believe this is a $15 wine.",Syrca Red Wine,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo 2007 Syrca Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2007-syrca-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Rulo ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Good balance between richness and great freshness. The acidity is almost sweet, giving a wine that is spicy, but with a great green aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Picque Caillou 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-picque-caillou-2009-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Picque Caillou 15,Red,Spain,"Thoroughly modern in style, with an oaky nose of campfire, spice, vanilla, sawdust and molten berry. The palate is solid and shows good vital acidity, while the flavors of blackberry are meaty and thorough, with hints of coconut, chocolate and cream. Seems a little more balanced and interesting than FB's richer, softer Selección.",,45,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Ferrer Bobet 2006 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrer-bobet-2006-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Ferrer Bobet 12.5,White,France,"With the extra year of maturity, this is turning into a toast and spice wine, with the citrus fruit now softening into ripe apples and peaches. The acidity remains, giving a satisfactory jolt of final freshness. The wine's name means girl from Chaudoux, a small village near Sancerre.",La Chaudouillonne Grande Cuvée,33,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2007 La Chaudouillonne Grande Cuvée (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2007-chaudouillonne-grande-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Fournier Père et Fils 14,White,US,"Released unusually at the age of nearly five years, this Chardonnay is losing its primary fruit. It's developing a toasted cashew and hazelnut character, and the pineapples are transmogrifying to chewy dried fruits and even Christmas fruitcake. Meanwhile the sweet, caramelized oak is fully integrated. Bravo to the winery for holding this back and letting us see what an older Sonoma Coast Chardonay does.",Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2005 Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2005-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Fort Ross Winery 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a gorgeous, and in no way overdone Brunello, with pretty notes of black fruit, Spanish cedar, cola, black spice and tea leaf. The aromas are direct, penetrating and inviting. The mouthfeel is sharp and powerful with good integration of tannins and acidity. Drink after 2013.",Assunto,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bellaria 2005 Assunto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellaria-2005-assunto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Bellaria 12,White,Portugal,"A broad style of wine, bringing in the richness of Alvarinho and the more crisp character of Loureiro. It is very much in Vinho Verde style, just with extra power to give a final creamy character.",Follies,13,91,Minho,,,Aveleda 2009 Follies White (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-follies-white-minho/,Portuguese White,2009,Aveleda 13,Red,Portugal,"From the aroma, this seems heavily wooded, but on the palate the wood spice is becoming well integrated with the dark berry fruits and mineral texture. It is certainly young. Already, though, the fruit is showing its potential richness. Give it 3–4 years.",Follies,13,91,Beiras,,,Aveleda 2008 Follies Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2008-follies-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-beiras/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Aveleda ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Under the same ownership as Château Ausone, this is a smoky wine, with fresh tannins and blackcurrant fruit flavors that are bursting from the glass. It is beautifully fresh, with plenty of bright acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-saint-georges-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe and creamy, a classic sparkling Vouvray showing well in a cool year. It has weight and richness as well as fresh nuts and spice flavors, with just a touch of pepper. The acidity is well in balance.",Cuvée Prédilection Brut,19,91,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2007 Cuvée Prédilection Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2007-cuvee-predilection-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Château Moncontour ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Solid, chunky and rich, with firm tannins, classic blackcurrant fruit, a definite tough edge. Good for aging.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Le Boscq 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-boscq-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Le Boscq ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Bright herbaceous fruit, lots of freshness, lively citrus character. The wine is light, vivid, finally deliciously crisp.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de Chantegrive 2009 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantegrive-2009-barrel-sample-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Chantegrive ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Complex wine, its botrytis character very dominant, heady, so concentrated it is almost dry. This is dense, very rich in character.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Caillou 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caillou-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Caillou ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Very rich in character, but on the dry side, a solid, almost chunky wine, showing depth of spice, apricot and honeyed apple.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Broustet 2009 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-broustet-2009-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Broustet ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Concentration and ripe fruit, but with a definite structure that shows as considerable depth of fruit and structure.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Bourgneuf 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourgneuf-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bourgneuf ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Big, ripe fruits, full of sweet tannins and exotic spice. Balanced, just an extra hint of ripeness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Almond aromas, a wine that is dense, rich but also with a strong almond and nut character. It is certainly powerful, dense.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2009 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2009-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Filhot ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Ripely juicy, a wine that feels fresh as much as rich. It shows extreme berry juice as well as acidity. But there is also some density.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Durfort-Vivens 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-durfort-vivens-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Durfort-Vivens ,Red,US,"Tight, very dark, smoky and thick, this young wine will benefit from extended breathing time. At first it's quite bright, slightly volatile, explosive; with breathing time it fleshes out and brings in a rich rainbow of fruit, herb and earth flavors.",C'est Syrah Belle,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2007 C'est Syrah Belle Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2007-cest-syrah-belle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Walter Dacon 14.5,Red,Italy,"There are interesting aromas here of cherry, chocolate, rhubarb, cola, wet earth, forest floor and dried violets that make this Brunello Riserva a bit out of the ordinary. In fact, it's loaded with personality and charm and its mouthfeel is sharp, tonic and raw with a decisive root beer or balsam like finish.",Riserva,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ventolaio di Fanti Luigi 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventolaio-fanti-luigi-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Ventolaio di Fanti Luigi 13.5,White,US,"A very interesting Chardonnay, and easily worth the price. It was fermented in 50% new French oak, which gives it a creamy, smoky richness, while the underlying fruit flavors are ripe and rewarding, suggesting pineapples, Asian pears, green apples and Meyer lemons. A beautiful, complex and balanced wine.",Director's Cut,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2008 Director's Cut Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2008-directors-cut-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Francis Ford Coppola 12.5,White,France,"A full, ripe wine, with delicious white plum, sweet grapefruit and a tense mineral edge. There is a great texture from fruit tannins, boosted by intense shots of acidity. Age for another year or two.",Le Domaine Saget,32,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Guy Saget 2008 Le Domaine Saget (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2008-le-domaine-saget-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Guy Saget 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A well-structured wine, with black plum and spice, keeping the acidity and fruitiness of the vintage, and projecting them into a rich texture. It is on the dry side, the spirit showing just a little, but this will pass with aging. A fine vintage.",Vintage,,91,Port,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quinta do Passadouro 14,Red,Portugal,"A powerfully rich wine, packed with sweet plum juice and damson fruits. It has considerable density, its structure a firm edifice for the ripe fruits. Good aging potential here.",,20,91,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2007 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2007-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Quinta de Ventozelo 14.8,Red,US,"This is a very rich, fruity Pinot Noir, so if you like ripeness, you'll love it. Floods the mouth with cherries, raspberries and strawberries, while 50% new French oak adds even richer notes of vanilla and buttered toast. It's flamboyant now, and should be opened in the next 3–4 years.",,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merryvale ,Red,Argentina,"Extremely ripe and concentrated but arguably a bit too massive for its own good. That said, we love the wine's tobacco, cassis and inky qualities, but worry a little about the lemony oak character and overall potency. Deep as midnight in terms of flavors, with black fruits galore setting up a richly packed, ultraripe finish. New World to the max but very tasty and rich.",Barrancas Vineyards Alta Reserve,36,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2007 Barrancas Vineyards Alta Reserve Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2007-barrancas-alta-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2007,Pascual Toso 13.4,Red,US,"Like all of Reverie's 2007 reds, this one's super-tannic. In fact, it's one of the hardest, most astringent Napa Cabs on the market. Still, it has a rich core of blackberries and currants, with lots of smoky oak, and the spicy fruit lasts a long time on the finish. A good sign for cellaring. Try after 2013.",Estate,65,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Reverie ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Rich and smooth, a former garage wine turned respectable. It is powerful but very smooth, with sweet damsons and juicy berry fruit. The wood is well integrated.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Rol Valentin 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rol-valentin-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Rol Valentin ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Tannin dominated wine, very solid, chunky. It has a very dry, firm core, with the surrounding fruit extracted and tight, just a final hint of juiciness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Gassies 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-gassies-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Rauzan-Gassies 13,White,France,"The richest wine in the Pellé range, full of super-ripe fruits with great maturity. The wine concentrates on mango and pineapple along with some fine, linear citrus acidity. Worth aging for 1–2 years.",Les Blanchais,,91,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Domaine Henry Pellé 2008 Les Blanchais (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henry-pelle-2008-blanchais-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Henry Pellé ,Red,US,"The more winemaker Chris Upchurch ups the percentage of Mourvèdre, the more delicious this wine becomes. Now at 50%, it adds a welcome touch of wildness, a hint of garrigue and a whiff of the barnyard. Raspberry, strawberry and cherry fruits, with some wild plum also, lead into a finish with allspice, cinnamon and bacon fat.",Métier Red,34,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Doyenne 2007 Métier Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2007-metier-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Doyenne 13,White,France,"Intensely herbaceous aromas are followed by crisp herb and green fruit flavors. There is an extra element of balanced richness from the peach juice ripeness, while the wine is suffused with a great sweet apple skin texture.",,,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vacheron 2008 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vacheron-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Vacheron 12.5,White,France,"A concentrated, rich wine, packed with peach and pear flavors, the freshness coming from ripe apples and green plums. While the fruit dominates, there is always a good edge of minerality, tightening the wine, giving it a taut, crisp aftertaste.",Grand'Chaille,,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Thomas & Fils 2008 Grand'Chaille (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thomas-fils-2008-grandchaille-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Thomas & Fils 14.3,Red,US,"A bit too tannic and tough right now, although the cherry, raspberry, orange, cola and sandalwood flavors are very rich and attractive. The finish is where things really get interesting, offering spicy length and complexity. Needs time in the cellar. Give it a good sleep until after 2013.",La Encantada Vineyard,48,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Townley 2007 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townley-2007-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Townley 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a dense, dark Brunello with aromas of moist soil, forest floor, exotic spice and tones of black fruit, prune, plum and currant. These notes are well integrated and the mouthfeel is austere, solid and dense. Pair this wine with grilled red meat or pasta with meat sauce.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesta di Sopra 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesta-sopra-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Sesta di Sopra ,Red,US,"100% varietal, fragrant and dark, with a spicy cinnamon/orange tea flavor under the black cherry fruit. This stellar Malbec sports a thick and smoky midpalate, with lots of new oak toastiness. In the mouth a wonderful density, with fine-grained tannins, and good length.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Saviah 2007 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2007,Saviah 13.5,Red,Italy,Poggio Salvi's Brunello Riserva offers genuine and linear fruit tones with bright berry and cherry layers lavished over spice and leather. The wine is tonic and tight in the mouth with lingering notes of spice and smoke on the close.,Riserva,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Villa Poggio Salvi 14,Red,Italy,"The Verbena Brunello Riserva is a serious and austere wine with sophisticated notes of mature fruit, spice, cedar wood, leather and tar. There's good density and weight here to pair with grilled meat. The wine offers sweet, chewy tannins over dense texture. Drink after 2015.",Riserva,40,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Verbena 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verbena-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Verbena 13,White,Portugal,"Rich and soft, classic creamed apple Alvarinho, with a great bite of apple skin acidity. The wine has a caramel edge, giving just an extra complexity and weight. A delicious, juicy, ripe and crisp aftertaste.",Portal do Fidalgo,,91,Vinho Verde,,,Provam 2009 Portal do Fidalgo Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provam-2009-portal-fidalgo-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2009,Provam 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a harmonious and attractive Brunello Riserva with elegant tones of spice, cola, black stone and forest fruit. The wine has excellent texture and consistency and fills your mouth with bright berry tones. Piccini is an important name in Chianti Classico and has recently added hearty Brunello to its portfolio.",Villa al Cortile Riserva,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piccini 2004 Villa al Cortile Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2004-villa-al-cortile-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Piccini 14.4,White,US,"One hundred percent new French oak is the dominant theme here. It floods the mouth with the flavors of buttered toast and vanilla. The oak influence is strong, but the underlying wine has some equally strong pineapple, mango and apple fruit. It's made in a rich California style you either love or hate.",,44,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Parallel 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parallel-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Parallel 14,Red,Italy,"Here is an elegant Brunello that is clearly shaped by tradition and territory. The wine has a clean nose with tones of forest fruit, cherry, spice and cola. You can taste characteristics often associated with Sangiovese Grosso, such as wet earth and pressed violets. It also has good acidity and a firm but not overdone structure.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Velona 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velona-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Velona 14,Red,South Africa,"Luscious aromas of black cherry, raspberry and coffee are followed by a balanced wave of mocha, plums, vanilla and tobacco on the palate. Spicy with ageable tannins, the wine would go well with roasted meat, beef or stews.",Estate Wine,35,91,Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2004 Estate Wine Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2004-estate-wine-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kanonkop 15,Red,France,"Unlike the heavily oaked Cuvée Crescendo produced from the same vineyard in 2005, this wine relies much more on ripe black fruits and open tannins. Certainly it has power, a broad and opulent character, the berry fruits jammy in their sweetness. Age 2–3 years.",Clos de l'Echo,42,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2005 Clos de l'Echo (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2005-clos-lecho-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Couly-Dutheil ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Dense tannins over freshness, the wine is packed with tight, mineral tannins and layered fruit and wood. Maybe a little too extracted.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cantemerle 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantemerle-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cantemerle ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A soft wine, beautifully rounded, the fruit open, soft and generous. Great final acidity, with toast and spice.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Beau-Site 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-site-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beau-Site ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. There is wood here, the fruit is fresh, with a lively acidity on top of the core of tannin. A bright, fresh, blackcurrant wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Serre 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serre-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Serre ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Complex wine, very smooth and polished, the sweet tannins softened by wood. There is a great vanilla character over the wafts of ripe fruit.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-peyrabon-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Fleur Peyrabon ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Power and structure over extreme juicy fruits, with black plum skins, spice from wood and a firm underlay.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Poujeaux 2009 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poujeaux-2009-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Poujeaux ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Packed with Cabernet blackcurrant flavors, very ripe and laden with blackcurrants. Great final freshness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pedesclaux 2009 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pedesclaux-2009-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pedesclaux 14,Red,Portugal,"With plenty of weight, but weight that is concentrated around a tight, firm tannic core. The wine has great ripe plum and black cherry fruits, brimming from the glass. The acidity is a strong presence, and with the tannin promises several years' aging.",Fronteira,16,91,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Fronteira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-fronteira-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Companhia das Quintas ,White,US,"Oriana blends Roussanne, Viognier and Riesling to good effect. This nicely evolved 2007 has a bouquet of lemon oil, citrus and hints of white blossom. The citrus flavors continue, buttressed by a strong mineral streak. It's drinking beautifully right now.",Oriana White,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2007 Oriana White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2007-oriana-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2007,Brian Carter 14,Red,Spain,"A rewarding wine that isn't overly pricey or difficult to enjoy. Dark, lightly baked aromas hint at raisin and marshmallow, while the palate has a deep texture and vital acidity. Savory, tea-infused flavors bring pulse and kick, and as a whole it delivers a true reflection of what Ribera del Duero should be.",Damana Crianza,21,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2005 Damana Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2005-damana-crianza-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 15,Red,Portugal,"Two talented winemakers, Sandra Tavares da Silva and Jorge Serôdio Borges, jointly produce wines under the Wine & Soul label. This vintage of Pintas, black as ink, is richly spicy, with peppered fig and raisins over a dense core of dusty tannins. It is seriously powerful, but bears its weight well.",Pintas,,92,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2007 Pintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2007-pintas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Wine & Soul 15.2,Red,US,"Volume is what this Zin is all about. The vineyard is in the warmest part of the valley, and the grapes sure did get ripe. They flood the mouth with potent flavors of blackberries, cherries, licorice and red plums, with a peppery, briary quality and a finish so softly sweet, it's almost chocolaty. Just yummy.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-bacigalupi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich and extracted, and much more full-bodied than Sausal's “Family” Zin, with which it was co-released. This is one to cellar for a few years, to let things come together. Just massive in chocolate, berry jam and pepper spices, wrapped into firm, refined tannins.",Private Reserve,24,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2007 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2007-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Sausal 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a thick and opulent Brunello Riserva with a pleasurable and forward style that puts emphasis on intensity, quality of fruit and texture. The wine boasts a dark garnet color with aromas that span from exotic spice to pressed flowers. It needs at least five more years of cellar aging because the tannins are still a bit young.",Riserva,74,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terralsole 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terralsole-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Terralsole 13.6,White,US,"An absolutely lovely Sauvignon Blanc. The fruit is just fine, ranging from lemons and limes to riper kiwis and green melons, and the finish is totally dry. But what really impresses is the natural acidity. It's so bright and brisk, so mouth-cleansing. Entirely unoaked, this is a great restaurant wine.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mercy ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A firm and austere wine, dominated by mineral tannins. The fruit is solid, chunky, rather too extracted with bitter coffee flavors.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belgrave 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belgrave-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Belgrave ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. This is on the juicy side, with sweet fruits, quite light textured. Smooth and juicy.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château de la Rivière 2009 Barrel sample (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-riviere-2009-barrel-sample-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de la Rivière 12.5,Dessert,US,"Paso Robles, with its warm climate, does a great job of ripening dessert Muscats, while preserving vital acidity. This is a lovely wine, crisp, clean and sweet, with lingering flavors of oranges and vanilla. The perfect picnic or beach sipper.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Roche 2009 Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2009-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2009,Roche 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very nice Rosso di Montalcino that is enhanced by sweet oak tones of spice, leather and dark tobacco. The wood element is noticeable but it doesn't mask the fresh fruit tones of cherry and red currant. Drink this wine with wild mushroom risotto.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Bonacchi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ferrero's Rosso di Montalcino offers an interesting layer of smoked ham or beef jerky that sits over a core of juicy berry fruit. Smoke flavors also appear in the mouth and although the wine's consistency is not too thick or dense, those buoyant aromas and flavors do last a long time.",,21,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Ferrero 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrero-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Ferrero 14.1,Red,US,"Nicely brisk and clean in acidity, this racy wine whisks through and cleanses the palate. Along the way, it leaves bright flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits, orange blossom and honeysuckle, with a slightly tart touch of gooseberry. A very nice, unoaked wine.",Fig Tree Vineyard,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2009 Fig Tree Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2009-fig-tree-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Quivira 13,Red,Italy,"Light and tonic with raw notes of cherry and forest fruit, this is a bright, easy-drinking Rosso di Montalcino. Pair it with lamb, rosemary and roasted potatoes. The wine's natural acidity and tannins can stand up to the consistency of those dishes.",,65,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Biondi Santi 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-santi-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Biondi Santi 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A broad, ripe and very accessible wine. Spiced by nutmeg and vanilla, it is based on solid, chunky black fruits and distinguished layer of tannins. Ready to drink, or keep for one year.",Duas Quintas,,88,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2008 Duas Quintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2008-duas-quintas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Ramos-Pinto 14.5,White,US,"Very, very tannic. Sometimes these super-astringent young Napa Cabs age well, but in this case you have to wonder if the fruit will outlast the tannins. Buried deep down are bone-dry, but savory, blackberries and black currants. It's a big gamble to cellar.",,50,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Round Pond 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-pond-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Round Pond 13.5,White,US,"Great price for a super-drinkable Sauvignon Blanc. Brilliantly crisp and mouthwateringly clean, it delivers bone-dry flavors of lemons, limes and grapefruits, with a wildflowery spiciness.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2008-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mirassou 14.3,Red,US,"Good for this winery for having the guts to make and sell a Pinot Noir from Calaveras County. And it's pretty good. Dry and silky, it shows oak-influenced flavors of cherries and raspberries, with a kiss of oak. Feels properly elegant in the mouth.",,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Pinot Noir (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-pinot-noir-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Albeno Munari 14,Red,Spain,"Warm, lightly baked aromas of berries and earth give this a common, likable bouquet, which is backed by a proper feeling palate and flavors of plum, mulberry, earth and herbs. Settles well on the finish, with good length and more than adequate purity.",Crianza,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dios Ares 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dios-ares-2006-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Dios Ares ,Red,US,"This popular blend is bursting with fruit and nicely balanced. Abracadabra is the everyday blend, receiving the same care in vineyard and winery. This new vintage is sappy and delicious, forward and showing plenty of mixed red and black fruits.",Abracadabra Red,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2007 Abracadabra Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2007-abracadabra-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Brian Carter 12.5,White,US,"Off-dry, this is very nearly a dessert wine, but it's crisp and minerally enough to consider as a dry table wine. Shows tart, clean flavors of citrus, peach, apricot and wildflower, with the diesel taste of Riesling.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2008 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Mirassou 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright, ruby-colored Rosso di Montalcino with subdued aromas of forest floor, white mushroom and pressed wildflower. It's a delicate but territory-driven wine with good intensity of red fruit flavor in the mouth. Pair it with steak and wild mushroom cream sauce.",,20,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Fattoria dei Barbi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-barbi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoria dei Barbi ,Red,Spain,"A recommended entry-level Ribera, with aromas of violets, minerals and oak. The palate has a standard, competent feel and balance along with flavors of gangly berry fruit and black cherry. Mocha and vanilla help sweeten and soften up the finish, but overall it's a regular, fresh type of wine.",Finca Resalso,15,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2008 Finca Resalso (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2008-finca-resalso-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2008,Emilio Moro 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Initially it gives off murky, soupy aromas. But with airing it rounds into form, displaying prune and oak scents in front of a round, soft, stewy palate of chunky berry flavors. Gets better with time before finishing with toast, herbal notes and tobacco. Offers more highs than lows.",Reserve,15,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2008 Reserve Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2008-reserve-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2008,Finca Sophenia 14.5,Red,US,"Very ripe, to the point of overripe. The blackberries and black currants veer into raisins, and there's a hint of raisinskin tartness that, combined with the strong tannins, adds to the tough mouthfeel. Will probably soften with age, without necessarily gaining complexity.",Envy Estate Vineyard,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2007 Envy Estate Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2007-estate-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Envy 14.5,Red,US,"A menthol/eucalyptus note shoots through the aroma of this pleasant Cabernet. It shows quickly maturing flavors of plum and pie cherry, an easy-drinking softness throughout the mid-palate, and just a hint of heat in the finish.",Barrel Select,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Pouillon 2007 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pouillon-2007-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Domaine Pouillon 14,Red,Spain,"A solid but seemingly standard blend of Tempranillo, Syrah and Garnacha with berry and cherry aromas along with touches of mint and leather. The palate is woody, with spiced berry flavors and decent body and structure. Vanilla and then oak-based bitterness define the finish. A good wine but hardly a knockout.",Corpus del Muni Roble,20,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas del Muni 2008 Corpus del Muni Roble Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muni-2008-corpus-roble-tempranillo-blend-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Bodegas del Muni 13,Red,Spain,"Roasted and mildly leafy, and then clacky and a bit tannic in the mouth. The fruit flavors are good and mostly pure as they settle on black cherry and blackberry, while the finish is jammy but short. For $8 this should not disappoint.",,8,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Capa 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capa-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Capa 13,Red,Spain,"Begins with muddled, murky, syrupy aromas of caramel and berries. The palate is more high-toned, with lemony accents to tomato, baked fruit and savory flavors. Finishes solid albeit lightly damp and bitter. Comes around with time but always seems a bit murky.",Glorioso Crianza,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2006 Glorioso Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2006-glorioso-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Palacio 15.2,Red,US,"Tannins mark this tough, still young wine from beginning to end. The astringency envelops the fruit, giving the mouthfeel a hard, dry astringency. Even though there are some well-developed blackberry and currant flavors, the wine is unrelieved in harshness. Try cellaring until at least 2013, but it's risky.",Gist Ranch Estate,56,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2005 Gist Ranch Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2005-gist-ranch-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Thomas Fogarty 13.5,White,South Africa,"Herbal citrus and asparagus aromas lead this plucky white from Spier. On the palate, fresh, clean citrus and slate mingles with grass and fresh fruit. An excellent warm weather sip: pair with seafood and poultry dishes.",Private Collection,20,87,Coastal Region,,,Spier 2008 Private Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2008-private-collection-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Spier ,White,US,"Apple and pear, cracker and citrus, pineapple and a hint of residual sugar combine in a soundly made, all-purpose Chardonnay. The alcohol is just under 13%, and the wine was not put through malolactic fermentation, leaving it crisp and fresh.",Cask,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Cask Chardonnay (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-cask-chardonnay-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Silver Lake 14.8,Red,US,"This blend of Zinfandel, Carignane, Petite Sirah and Mataro (Mourvèdre) is a good, rather rustic red wine. It has strong, jammy flavors of cherries, red currants, plumped raisins, peppery spices and sandalwood, and turns a little sweet on the finish.",Geyserville,35,87,California,California Other,California,Ridge 2008 Geyserville Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-geyserville-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Ridge 14.5,Red,Spain,"A chunky, thick, earthy type of wine with syrupy, sweet berry flavors and a friendly palate that's tannic but not too much so. Caramel and carob mix with coffee and cola on the finish, and overall it is good RDD if you don't mind full extraction and syrupy richness.",Crianza,18,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Recorba 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recorba-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Recorba 14.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted berry, marzipan, prune, spice and earth are rolled into a solid whole on the bouquet, while the palate rides on the heavy side with grating tannins and deep but clumsy flavors of blackberry, raisin and fruitcake. Smooth but not complex or demanding. Chewy and bulky, which isn't uncommon for Toro.",Vendimia Seleccionada,20,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Puertas Novas 2007 Vendimia Seleccionada (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puertas-novas-2007-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Puertas Novas 14.9,Red,US,"Shows good, Zinny flavors of berries, pepper, leather and tobacco, with riper notes of currants and even hints of raisins. Could be firmer in structure, but it's dry, and not too high in alcohol. Drink now.",Old Vine,28,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Puccioni 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puccioni-2006-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Puccioni ,Red,US,"From organic grapes, this fresh, slightly sweet Chenin Blanc marries lemongrass, pear and citrus skin flavors with a hint of butterscotch. Very nice through the midpalate, then a quick fade.",Areté Vineyards Dry,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tagaris 2008 Areté Vineyards Dry Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2008-arete-dry-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Tagaris 14,Red,Spain,"Aromas of black fruits, light oak and violets are good but basic, and that pretty much defines the rest of the wine. Expect an easy flowing palate with candied, regular berry flavors in front of a light to medium finish. Nicely done and approachable.",Al Muvedre Tinto Joven,15,87,Levante,Alicante,,Telmo Rodríguez 2008 Al Muvedre Tinto Joven Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2008-al-muvedre-tinto-joven-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2008,Telmo Rodríguez 14.8,Red,US,"Not showing well, with a heavy fullness of jammy berry-cherry fruit and strong tannins. Sweet oak sticks out like a sore thumb. Its future is hard to predict. Most wines that age gracefully start out impressive. This one just tastes overwrought. The score reflects crossed fingers for improvement.",,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Penché 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penche-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Penché 14,Red,South Africa,"An alluring nose of black cherry, cedar, cinnamon and anise leads this friendly, ageable Cabernet. Cedar, spice and tobacco unfurl on the tongue, offering a classic style red with food-friendly restraint. An elegant sip suitable for lamb, beef or aged cheeses.",Fantail,22,87,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 2004 Fantail Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2004-fantail-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Morgenhof 13,Red,South Africa,"Black cherry, cinnamon and cloves on the nose are followed by a fine balance of vanilla, smoke and cherry on the palate. Easygoing but complex, the wine has a poise for which Cluver is known and will pair well with everything from salad to duck.",,20,87,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2008 Pinot Noir (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2008-pinot-noir-elgin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Paul Cluver 14.5,Red,Australia,"Squarely in the fruit-forward, über-ripe camp, the Nugan Shiraz is a very good example of the style. The nose explodes with plum fruit, backed up by sweet vanilla tones while the palate shows dense berry fruit, and winds down to a black char note. Drink now.",Vision,12,87,New South Wales,Riverina,,Nugan Family Estates 2008 Vision Shiraz (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2008-vision-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-riverina/,Shiraz,2008,Nugan Family Estates 13.5,White,South Africa,"Assertive but elegant, with a clean, citrus character on the nose and palate. Good minerality and body and a food-friendly feel. An easydrinking, everyday white with character.",,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2009 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2009-chardonnay-stellenbosch-113424/,Chardonnay,2009,Neil Ellis ,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Firmly tannic and rather jammy at the same time, a wine that shows a rustic edge, but does retain the juiciness of the year.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Clarke 2009 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clarke-2009-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Clarke 12,Sparkling,France,"Young, very crisp wine, definitely in the bright acidity style of sparkling wine, its fruits going towards currants, with a final grapefruit citrus element. It does need a few more months' bottle age to lose its complete emphasis on acidity.",Rosé Brut,18,87,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Château Moncontour NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-cremant/,Sparkling Blend,,Château Moncontour ,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Big, juicy fruit, but also a rather dilute tannic character. The wine misses structure.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Hosten 2009 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-hosten-2009-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fourcas Hosten 13.5,Red,Greece,"A rich nose of cedar, balsamic, vanilla and spice leads this red from Greece. Black fruit, spice and tobacco on the palate is structured and serious. A balanced, cellarworthy wine with class.",,43,87,Macedonia,,,Claudia Papayianni 2006 Red (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-papayianni-2006-red-macedonia/,Red Blend,2006,Claudia Papayianni 14,Red,Argentina,"Like many Cafayate reds of stature, this opens with funky murkiness, leather, animal notes and baked characteristics. The blend is 70% Tannat with Malbec and Syrah, and overall it's full-bodied, snappy in the mouth, and good in terms of offering integrated plum, raspberry and spice flavors. Shows a lot of heat and burn on the finish, however. A wine with individuality. Drink now through 2012.",Quipu Blend,65,87,Other,Cafayate,,Camino del Inca 2007 Quipu Blend Red (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camino-inca-2007-quipu-blend-red-cafayate/,Red Blend,2007,Camino del Inca 12.5,Red,Portugal,"There is an earthy aroma to this wine along with a rustic edge. There is also spice from minty wood, a dry core of tannins, with acidity that seems too prominent. All these characters suggest a wine that needs some aging over the next 2–3 years.",Quinta de São Simão da Aguieira,14,87,Dão,,,Borges 2007 Quinta de São Simão da Aguieira Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2007-quinta-sao-simao-aguieira-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Borges 11.6,Dessert,US,"With 9% residual sugar, this Chardonnay is distinctly sweet. It's also very Chard-like, with pear, peach and buttercream flavors. It's a bit simple, but very tasty.",Nectar de Carneros Sweet,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bonneau 2009 Nectar de Carneros Sweet Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2009-nectar-carneros-sweet-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Bonneau ,Red,US,"This is straight-ahead, dark, smoky Syrah, with a slightly roasted character that enhances the varietal character. Despite its dark hues and assertive nose, it does not fall heavy in the mouth; the acids are lively and the wine almost silky, with flavors more mature than its relatively youthful vintage might suggest.",,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt Vineyards 2006 Syrah (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-vineyards-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Syrah,2006,Hyatt Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Good Zinny flavors in this wine, ranging from ripe blackberries and chocolate-covered mint candy to black pepper. A bit too fruity-sweet and simple in structure, but a nice wine for backyard summer sipping.",Reserve,48,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Leonhardt 2007 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonhardt-2007-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Leonhardt 12.5,White,Australia,"This has all the touchstones of good Chardonnay: just enough body and richness, apple, pineapple and melon fruit flavors and a crisp, citrusy finish. Solid Chardonnay for under $10.",Morse Code,9,87,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2009 Morse Code Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2009-morse-code-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,2009,Henry's Drive Vignerons 14,Red,Italy,La Gerla is one of the finest producers in Montalcino and the estate's less formal Rosso delivers spice and sophistication with loads of oak-related aromas that enhance the wine's natural fruit and consistency. You'll taste the oak spice in the mouth as well so pair this wine with grilled meat or barbecue.,,17,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Gerla 12.5,White,Australia,"This medium-bodied white features attractive scents of lime zest and pineapple. On the palate, the flavors veer toward apple and citrus, which fade rapidly on the finish. Drink now.",Single-Site,15,87,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2009 Single-Site Verdelho (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2009-single-site-spanish-white-verdelho-langhorne-creek/,Verdelho,2009,Zonte's Footstep 14,Red,US,"Offers hints of the winery's great vineyard-designates, but seems overpriced for what you get. The wine is dry and crisp and fruity, with cherry, pomegranate, rhubarb, cola and cedar flavors. Drink through the next few years.",,46,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"This red blend is 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Syrah—peppery, tannic, and fruity. A jam and toast style, it shows some heat in the finish.",Fusion Red,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Faces 2006 Fusion Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-faces-2006-fusion-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Walla Faces 13.5,Red,Spain,"The nose of red fruits comes with oak, mocha and toast, while the palate is crisp and tight, with juicy, dry red berry flavors and backgroud notes of chocolate and spice. Seems like an Old World throwback due to its leaner body and an emphasis on dry spice and acid-driven red fruit.",Cosme Palacio,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2006 Cosme Palacio (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2006-cosme-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Palacio 14,Red,Spain,"Fairly dense and slightly herbal on the nose, with balsamic notes, dried cheese and mature fruit aromas. This is still spunky and well composed in the mouth, with flavors of tobacco, earthy berry and toasty oak. Shows weight and grab on the finish. An honest, mature wine to drink now; it's not going to improve.",Care Bancales,30,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Añadas 2004 Care Bancales Garnacha-Cabernet (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-anadas-2004-care-bancales-red-blend-garnacha-cabernet-carinena/,Garnacha-Cabernet,2004,Bodegas Añadas 14,Red,South Africa,"This red starts with a gorgeous nose of anise, mint, spicebox and pepper, followed by more delicate, food-friendly black fruit and spice. Approachable and easydrinking, the wine has a softer touch that allows it to be paired with everything from beef stew to lighter fare.",,39,87,Stellenbosch,,,Camberley 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camberley-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2005,Camberley ,White,US,"Made in the modern, ripe California stlyle, this Chardonnay offers immediately appealing flavors of pineapple jam, peach, lime, kiwi and vanilla oak. It's balanced with crisp acidity. Ready now for sheer richness.",,32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Peter Paul Wines 10.5,White,Spain,"Chiseled aromas of lemon-lime and spring flowers are lean but clean, and that pretty much describes this blend of Treixadura, Torrontés and Palomino. Lime and green banana are the key flavors, and the finish brings back lemon-lime and minerality. More basic than flashy, but nice in a neutral way.",,10,87,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Pazo Ribeiro 2008 White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-ribeiro-2008-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2008,Pazo Ribeiro 14.8,Red,US,"This is a big, spicy, powerful Zinfandel that brims with berry, cherry, currant, chocolate and cedar flavors. It's not particularly subtle, but slams into the palate like an asteroid from space. Calls for barbecue, pure and simple.",Allegria Vineyards Heritage Vines,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2007 Allegria Vineyards Heritage Vines Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2007-allegria-heritage-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Acorn 11,White,US,"Once you get past the blast of sulfur you find pretty citrus and nectarine fruits, moderate sweetness and balancing acidity, with a lightly candied, honey/lemon finish. Let it breathe!",,10,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Avery Lane 2008 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avery-lane-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Avery Lane 13.5,Red,Greece,"Coffee, mocha and spice aromas are followed by flavors of violet, coffee, red berries and spice in this rich, complex Greek red. The finish is dry and spicy. Pair with lamb, semi-hard cheeses, beef.",,35,87,Vin de Pays de Velvendo,,,Ktima Voyatzi 2005 Red (Vin de Pays de Velvendo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ktima-voyatzi-2005-red-vin-pays-velvendo/,Red Blend,2005,Ktima Voyatzi 13,Red,Cyprus,"Vanilla, cherry and violet on the nose lead into flavors of black fruit, spices and pepper in this balanced, crisp red. Complex but refreshing, with a food-friendly character. Pair with lamb, cheeses.",Agios Onoufrios,18,87,Kathikas,,,Kathikac 2007 Agios Onoufrios Red (Kathikas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathikac-2007-agios-onoufrios-red-kathikas/,Red Blend,2007,Kathikac 13.5,Red,Italy,"This fresh and buoyant Rosso di Montalcino offers aromas of cherry, red currants, almond marzipan and subtle shadings of exotic spice. The mouthfeel is simple and genuine with a fine, compact feel and soft cherry nuances.",Ciampoleto,28,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenuta San Giorgio 2008 Ciampoleto (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-giorgio-2008-ciampoleto-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta San Giorgio 15.1,Red,US,"Here's a fruit-forward Pinot Noir. It brims in raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, elaborated with the sweet vanillins and caramel of oak barrels, and is brightened with typical Highlands acidity. Seems at its best now.",Logan,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2008 Logan Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2008-logan-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Talbott 13.5,Red,Italy,This fresh Rosso di Montalcino is redolent of pressed violets and rose petals and has more of a floral characteristic than it does a fruity one. The wine is thin but firm in the mouth with a lean but crisp aftertaste.,,,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Renieri 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Renieri 13.5,Red,Spain,"Good for a mature wine but it does smell a bit flat and damp. That murkiness blows off somewhat, leaving a solid, aged Rioja wine with acidic zap and lightly baked berry, cherry, tomato and spice flavors. Mild on the finish. Drink now.",Gran Reserva,40,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 2001 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-2001-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Ramirez de la Piscina 14.6,Red,US,"A bit hard and tough in tannins, but very rich in flavor. Flatters the palate with blackberries, black cherries, currants, cola and licorice, with a sweet edge of smoky oak. Drink now.",Humbaba,25,87,California,North Coast,Sonoma-Napa-Lake,Enkidu 2007 Humbaba Red (Sonoma-Napa-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enkidu-2007-humbaba-red-north-coast-sonoma-napa-lake/,Red Blend,2007,Enkidu 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Fresh as can be, with pure aromas of nectarine and cherry blossoms. The palate is light but refreshing and lithe, with semisweet, punchy flavors of orange, peach and pith. Finishes clean and light in the classic, subtle, utilitarian way that a good Rioja rosé should.",Rosado,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2009 Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2009-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2009,El Coto 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mildly pickled and stemmy at first, with earthy compost aromas that fade and are replaced by raspberry and other berry fruit scents. The palate has snap and smacking tannins, with flavors of raspberry, cherry and a staunch buttery dryness. Brambly but with enough good fruit and body to make the cut.",Reserva,20,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,El Circulo 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A bit grapey and jammy on the nose, with a slight hint of bramble and stem. It's solid in the mouth, with kick and sweet berry fruit flavors. On the finish it falls off some, leaving a mildly candied aftertaste. Not perfect but overall it's a well-made blend of 85% Malbec with Cab and Syrah filling things out.",Chairman's Blend,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2006 Chairman's Blend Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2006-chairmans-blend-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Cruz Alta 13.5,Red,France,"Now mature, this is a soft open wine with light tannins and sweet plum flavors. It has an attractive freshness to it, the acidity coming from berry fruit tastes. The finish is spoiled by a touch of green.",Clos de l'Echo,42,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2004 Clos de l'Echo (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2004-clos-lecho-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Couly-Dutheil 13,White,Portugal,"Crisp acidity and an attractive line in vivid citrus give a fresh, ready-to-drink wine. It has a bright pear juice final flavor.",Chaminé Branco,12,87,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2009 Chaminé Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2009-chamine-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Cortes de Cima 13,Red,Italy,"This distinctive Rosso di Montalcino offers aromas that will remind you of smoked ham or bacon backed by mature berries and forest brush. In the mouth, the wine is sharp and compact, with a streamlined feel and polished tannins. The consistency is on the lean side.",,17,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Coldisole 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldisole-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Coldisole 14,Red,South Africa,"Earthy spice and smoked meat on the nose are followed by flavors of red currants, pepper and spice on the palate. A spin of cedar and oak give the wine added muscle. An assertive everyday red for hearty dishes.",,24,87,Stellenbosch,,,Dornier 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dornier-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dornier 13.5,White,Argentina,"Slightly oily, nutty and harsh on the initial nose, but better as it opens and airs out. The body here is good and has balance, depth and substance, and the flavors of lychee, mango and other tropical fruits ring true. Persistent on the finsh, with good structure and length.",Estate,16,87,Other,Cafayate,,Doña Paula 2009 Estate Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-estate-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,Doña Paula 13.5,Red,US,"Released at the unusually old age of nearly five years, this Pinot Noir is quite acidic. That gives a tart bite to the cherry, cola and oak flavors. It's a bit angular and awkward, but is otherwise silky and dry. Could surprise with another 4–5 years in the bottle.",Gravel Knob Vineyard,32,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2005 Gravel Knob Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2005-gravel-knob-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Gloria Ferrer 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark berry, spice cake, savory leather and roasted meat aromas give this a deep, brooding, heavy exterior. The mouth has acceptable acidic kick for Toro, while the flavors are saucy and meaty, with licorice and earth notes. Not overly fruity or lively; it's more meaty and thick.",,19,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Finca Sobreño 2007 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sobreno-2007-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Finca Sobreño 14.8,Red,US,"Super-tannic. You can taste the astringency of the grapeskins in the sandpapery mouthfeel, and some of those tannins probably come from oak, too. Under all that, you'll find a rich vein of cherries, mainly red, with an infusion of red currants. Could age, although it doesn't seem likely.",Gist Ranch Estate,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2005 Gist Ranch Estate Cabernet Franc (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2005-gist-ranch-estate-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Thomas Fogarty 14.1,Red,US,"A bit tough in texture, but a very nice Cabernet, with blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors. The roughness won't go away, but you can decant it for an hour or two before serving.",Route 29,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RouteStock 2007 Route 29 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2007-route-29-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,RouteStock ,White,US,"Very rich and ripe, showing pineapple tart and oak-infused vanilla, meringue and buttered toast aromas and flavors. A bit lacking in structure, though, with a soft, melted mouthfeel. Could be firmer and crisper to balance all that decadence.",Talley Rincon,38,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Tantara 2008 Talley Rincon Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2008-talley-rincon-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Tantara 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the crisp, natural acidity of this cool-climate appellation, with ripe flavors of red and black raspberries and red cherries, accented with sweet oak. Very nice, very fine, although it would benefit from extra complexity at this price. But drinks beautifully elegant now.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2008 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mercy 13,Red,Spain,"Earthy smelling, with slightly murky baked berry aromas. The palate is juicy and snappy, with strawberry and raspberry flavors that carry a bit of richness. Becomes sweeter as it opens, with vanilla and fresh tomato and herb accents. Reliable as always.",Vendimia Seleccionada Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2006 Vendimia Seleccionada Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2006-vendimia-seleccionada-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-rioja/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Marqués de Cáceres 13.5,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet Sauvignon, young and fruity, with tart berry and bitter herb. The light but slightly green tannins add some useful counterpoint to the cherry pop fruit, giving the wine a more substantial palate impression and length in the finish.",Steak House,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2008 Steak House Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2008-steak-house-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Magnificent Wine Company 14.5,Red,Spain,"A Priorat blend made in a softer, more simple style. The nose has plum, prune, licorice and rooty scents, which precedes a thick, sweet palate that has mild tannic grip and flavors of raisin, black plum and wild berry. Plump and broad, with good depth.",Isaral,46,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Prior Pons 2006 Isaral Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prior-pons-2006-isaral-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Prior Pons 13.5,White,US,"A very nice cocktail wine for its dryness and crispness. Although it's Chardonnay, it's not a big, rich wine, but a sleek, bone-dry one, with citrus and mineral flavors and strong acidity. A dash of Viognier adds an exotic, flowery note.",Black Label Pavilion,19,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Francis Ford Coppola 2008 Black Label Pavilion Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2008-black-label-pavilion-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Francis Ford Coppola 14,Red,Portugal,"A smooth, rich wine that has good, solid tannins balanced with fresh berry fruits and great herbal aromas. It is ready to drink, the tannins well melded into the fruit.",Pilheiros,22,87,Douro,,,J. & F. Lurton 2007 Pilheiros Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2007-pilheiros-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,J. & F. Lurton 14.5,Red,Spain,"A sweet, raisiny old-vines Garnacha with candied aromas and a fat, chunky body that houses soft, short black fruit and peppery flavors. Tastes like licorice candy on the finish, which brings some heat and burn as well. An interesting Grenache that is sweet but isn't over the top in terms of ripeness.",Secastilla,30,87,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2005 Secastilla Grenache (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2005-secastilla-grenache-somontano/,Grenache,2005,Viñas del Vero ,White,US,"This is designed like a tasting room table wine, with 18% Muscat and 7% Gewurztraminer included in the blend. It's fresh, fruity, and slightly sweet, with good balance. An all-purpose white wine to sip on the deck or enjoy with takeout Thai food.",Les Amis,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2008 Les Amis Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2008-amis-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Vin du Lac 12.5,White,France,"Very soft, ripe grapefruit and kumquat flavors, lifted by acidity. The wine is broad, full in the mouth, crispness well integrated. Great final fruit.",La Charnivolle,23,87,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Fournier Père et Fils 2008 La Charnivolle (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2008-charnivolle-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fournier Père et Fils 12,White,France,"Not all Muscadet is for instant drinking, and this wine could do with some aging. It is tight and firm, with a mineral, almost chalky texture, very crisp, but dominated by lemon juice crispness. Keep for a year.",Sur Lie,16,87,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine de L'Olivier 2009 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lolivier-2009-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Domaine de L'Olivier 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Basic but full and ripe, with black cherry and cassis aromas. The palate has some snap and clack to it, but flavors of raspberry are softened and enriched by vanilla and creamy accents. Shows more on the nose than in the mouth, but overall it is a nice wine.",Punto Final,12,87,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Bodega Renacer 2009 Punto Final Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2009-punto-final-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Renacer 12,White,Australia,"There aren't many white wines coming out of Langhorne Creek, but this Verdelho is a good one, offering crisp, citrusy notes of pear and pineapple, medium body and a clean, refreshing finish. Drink now.",Potts' Catch,14,87,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2009 Potts' Catch Verdelho (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2009-potts-catch-spanish-white-verdelho-langhorne-creek/,Verdelho,2009,Bleasdale 14,Red,Spain,"A full-bodied red blend from Montsant. The nose is big and smells of black cherry, licorice and herbal, foresty notes, while the palate is saturated and grabby at the edges, with herb-tinged, roasted-berry flavors. Snappy and cheek-starching on the finish; drink now through 2011.",Etim Selección,18,87,Catalonia,Montsant,,Agricola Falset-Marca 2008 Etim Selección Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-falset-marca-2008-etim-seleccion-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2008,Agricola Falset-Marca 13.8,White,US,"A very nice, super-drinkable Chardonnay marked by brisk, cool-climate acidity and a bracing minerality. The pineapple, peach and apple flavors have the slight herbality you often find in Napa Chardonnay.",Estate Vineyard,25,87,California,Napa,Napa-Carneros,Bouchaine 2008 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa-Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2008-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Bouchaine 14.4,Red,US,"A good, dry, elegant wine, fully ready to drink now with a nice steak. It's a complex Merlot, with layers of black cherries, licorice, cola and spices, as well as a pleasant touch of smoky oak.",Elements of Artesa,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Artesa 2006 Elements of Artesa Merlot (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2006-elements-of-merlot-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Merlot,2006,Artesa 14.5,Red,Spain,"A bit rubbery and earthy, with compost, smoky bacon and black fruit aromas. Nicely balanced with a good mouthfeel, and showing solid berry and plum flavors. Peppery on the finish, with some roasted overtones. Perfectly good for a tough vintage.",,28,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alonso del Yerro 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alonso-yerro-2007-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Alonso del Yerro 12.5,White,Spain,"Nice and prickly, with aromas of nettles, citrus and minerals. The palate is fresh and acidic, while the flavors of green apple, scallion, pineapple, lemon and grapefruit come together well. Clean and not overly acidic on the finish. Varietally speaking, this is on the money.",Azumbre Viñedos Centenarios,18,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Agricola Castellana 2009 Azumbre Viñedos Centenarios Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-castellana-2009-azumbre-vinedos-centenarios-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Agricola Castellana ,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Balanced and fresh, with plenty of blackcurrant fruits, very sweet, the tannins the merest hint.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Rose Trimoulet 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rose-trimoulet-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Rose Trimoulet 15,Red,Spain,"Nice on the nose, with berry aromas, ample richness and rubber. The powerful palate delivers big-time blackberry, toast, roasted plum, coffee and chocolate, while the finish is also chocolaty and stout in structure. Chunky but tasty. A good Jumilla wine consisting of 85% Monastrell and 15% Syrah.",Monastrell - Syrah,11,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Murtia 2008 Monastrell - Syrah Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-murtia-2008-monastrell-syrah-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Bodegas Murtia 13,Red,Spain,"A mature, more traditional Spanish wine that's ready to drink. The nose mixes tomato leaf, mint and maturing berry aromas, while the starchy, grabby palate shows aging raspberry and strawberry fruit with ample leather and dryness. Caramel, vanilla and toast notes grace the finish.",Reserva,11,87,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Viña Albali 2004 Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-albali-2004-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2004,Viña Albali 15,Red,US,"A big, soft, juicy Petite Sirah filled with rich flavors of melted milk chocolate, blackberry jam, blueberries and peppery spices. Feels voluptuous in the mouth, almost like a liquid dessert, but it's nice and dry on the finish. Good value.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villa San Juliette 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-san-juliette-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Villa San Juliette 13.9,Red,US,"Light and easy, and made for drinking now. Shows plenty of charm, with dry, crisp flavors of herbs, red currants, tobacco and spices, wrapped into scoury tannins.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wild Horse ,Red,US,"The best of Glen Fiona's current releases, this displays cool-climate varietal character, with mountain berry fruit, herb, spice, tar and a streak of licorice.",Basket Press,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 2006 Basket Press Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-2006-basket-press-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Glen Fiona 14.7,Red,Australia,"Very berry, with sour candy scents and cooked red fruit flavors floating over a base of seasoned leather. Juicy, medium finish. Drink up.",Little Flinders,19,87,South Australia,Southern Flinders Ranges,,Flinders Run 2008 Little Flinders Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Southern Flinders Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flinders-run-2008-little-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-flinders-ranges/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Flinders Run 15.2,Red,US,"Not offering much now beyond a full body, big tannins, lots of oak and extracted blackberry jam and milk chocolate fruit. There's lots of deliciousness, but not much elegance or sophistication. Roll the dice and stash it for six years to see what happens.",,65,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Guarachi Family 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Guarachi Family 14.6,White,US,"This is a brisk, clean wine, marked by tart acidity that scours the palate and prepares it for food. The followup flavors are of spicy tropical citrus fruits and green, savory gooseberries. The grapes are from a coolish vineyard near Santa Rosa.",Kick Ranch,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Enkidu 2008 Kick Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enkidu-2008-kick-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Enkidu ,Red,US,"Soft and easy-drinking, this plum and cherry Merlot drinks like an older wine, as if it's been gently oxidized. It's probably at its peak, the fruit generous and round, the finish tailing off gently into a Milky Way sort of confection.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Eliseo Silva 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eliseo-silva-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Eliseo Silva ,White,US,"A very tasty, fruity, slightly sweet style It's front-loaded and fruit-loaded, but good value and good taste.",Areté Vineyards,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Eliseo Silva 2007 Areté Vineyards Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eliseo-silva-2007-arete-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,Eliseo Silva 14.3,White,US,"Quite an impressive wine, especially at this price. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon without much oak, it's an interestingly complex white, with good weight and density and intricate flavors of citrus fruits, apricots, peaches and lemongrass. Finishes totally dry, although the acidity is a little clumsy.",Kismet,21,87,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Frostwatch 2009 Kismet White (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frostwatch-2009-kismet-white-sonoma-bennett-valley/,White Blend,2009,Frostwatch ,Red,US,"Sourced largely from Red Mountain fruit, this includes 18% Merlot in the blend. It's toasty and ripe, with the barrel flavors most evident in both nose and palate. The Cabernet fruit is mild and lightly peppery, berry and cranberry mostly. There is plenty of chocolate, toast, coffee and smoke as well, presumably from aging 20 months in oak.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hightower 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hightower 13.5,Red,Spain,"For a value-priced wine this scores well. The nose offers a nice mix of earth, warmth and berry fruit, while the palate is juicy, fresh and tastes of zesty berry. Composed on the finish, which is also fresh and lively. Perfect for by-the-glass or casual consumption.",,8,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Maximo 2007 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximo-2007-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2007,Maximo 14.6,Red,US,"Pretty good wine for the price. Shows lots of Pinot personality, with a silky texture, crisp acids and rewarding flavors of cherries, raspberries, spices and sandalwood. Drink now.",Huntington,19,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Pali 2008 Huntington Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-huntington-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali 12.5,White,Spain,"A clean, easygoing style of Albariño with salinic aromas along with apple and peach. The palate has a perfectly good feel to it, while the flavors of citrus and peach are a little plump and sweet. Finishes with tropical notes and pithy white grapefruit.",,20,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Paco & Lola 2008 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paco-lola-2008-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Paco & Lola 13.5,Red,US,"Fruit forward, with sweet clean scents of berry and black cherry, this fills the mouth with pretty pop fruit flavors. The darker grapes in the blend—Cab Franc, Syrah and Lemberger—add color and a little tannic bite.",,8,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pine & Post 2007 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Pine & Post 13,Red,France,"A fresh and youthful wine, full of raspberry fruits with bright acidity. It has a dry, tannic background that goes well with the vivid fruits. For drinking over the next year.",Baronnie Madeleine,21,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2008 Baronnie Madeleine (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2008-baronnie-madeleine-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Couly-Dutheil 12,Red,France,"Classic, fresh and fruity, with lively strawberry flavors and a fine burst of acidity. The tannins are light, but fit well into this bright, breezy wine.",Cuvée Terroir,15,87,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine Pral 2008 Cuvée Terroir (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pral-2008-cuvee-terroir-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2008,Domaine Pral 13,White,Portugal,"A delicious citric-dominated wine, very fresh, with a great apple skin texture, bright aciidty and crisp white fruits. It dances easily, lightly, ready to drink now.",Quinta do Cardo,14,87,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2009 Quinta do Cardo White (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2009-quinta-cardo-white-beira-interior/,Portuguese White,2009,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,Red,Italy,Here's a ruby-colored Rosso from Montalcino with fresh berry aromas and subtle tones of forest underbrush and exotic spice. There are hints of cherry and vanilla as well and the wine is fruity and genuine in the mouth.,,,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Col d'Orcia 14.2,Red,US,"Good price for this smooth Merlot. It's very frontal in flavor, with a taste of chocolate-covered cherry candy, but it's dry, with a lingering finish.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chelsea Goldschmidt 2008 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chelsea-goldschmidt-2008-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2008,Chelsea Goldschmidt 14.1,Red,US,"Very forward in raspberry and cherry fruit, with a rich coating of sweet vanilla and toasty oak, this Pinot's problem is its structure. It's too soft and melted. But it sure is tasty.",Weir Vineyard,40,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2007 Weir Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2007-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bink 14,Red,Argentina,"There's a mix of good and questionable here. The nose starts out gaseous and stinky, as if it's begging for air. Give it time and it settles on exotic, warm blueberry and floral aromas. The palate is downright syrupy and thick, with licorice, bitter chocolate and sweet berry flavors. Rich as they come but also soft and on the brink of overripe. Not a wine for the cellar.",Libertad Vineyards,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2008 Libertad Vineyards Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2008-libertad-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Benegas 12.5,Red,France,"Soft, open wine, the dry tannins a subplot to the fresh strawberry fruits and gentle acidity. There is a final bright, clear aftertaste.",La Folie,,87,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Signé Vigneron 2008 La Folie (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-folie-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 14.1,Red,US,"Pretty direct now, offering blackberry, black currant, cola and oak flavors. The tannins are firm, the acids brisk. Feels rich and consistent. Could develop bottle nuance in the cellar over the next 6–8 years.",Clift Vineyard,40,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Tudal 2007 Clift Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2007-clift-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tudal 14.1,White,US,"Pretty oaky, with vanilla, buttered toast and charred wood aromas and tastes dominating. Under that are grilled pineapples and peaches, balanced with fine, tart acids. A little off around the edges, but a promising Chardonnay grown in this coastal L.A. climate.",,25,87,California,South Coast,Malibu-Newton Canyon,Rosenthal-Malibu Estate 2008 Chardonnay (Malibu-Newton Canyon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenthal-malibu-estate-2008-chardonnay-south-coast-malibu-newton-canyon/,Chardonnay,2008,Rosenthal-Malibu Estate 13.3,Red,US,"Heavy and soft, with cherry and blackberry flavors that could almost be described as Rhône-style. Lacks delicacy and verve, but these mountain-grown wines can be deceptive in youth. Give it 5–6 years in the cellar, and try again.",Michaud Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Michaud Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-michaud-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14.2,Red,US,"A rich, layered Cabernet, with a deep core of blackberries, black currants and cedar, leading to a long, spicy finish. The key to understanding this wine is its tannins, which are hard and astringent. It may not have the inherent balance for cellaring. Probably best now, but could surprise.",Thérèse Vineyards,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2006 Thérèse Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2006-therese-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Ranch ,Red,US,"This extremely popular red blend is 88% Merlot, with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah. Full-bodied and fruit forward, it captures the house style with hints of earth, herb and spice.",The Jack,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2008 The Jack Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2008-jack-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Saviah ,White,US,"A good effort, with clean varietal character: lemon/lime skin flavors, sharp acidity and cool, green fruit throughout.",Vie!,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2008 Vie! Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2008-vie-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Vin du Lac 12.5,White,Spain,"More tan in color than the usual light yellow, with true aromas of flower blossoms, lemon and tropical fruits. The acidity is a bit pronounced and scouring, but that only means that the citrus and green apple flavors cut and cleanse. Juicy but modest when it comes to depth of flavor. Drink now.",,20,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valmiñor 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valminor-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Valmiñor 13.5,Red,Italy,Enzo Tiezzi from the Podere Soccorso farm in Montalcino has crafted a rich and luscious wine with drying mineral tones backed by fresh berries and raspberries. It's an easygoing wine that would pair with most pasta dishes.,,15,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tiezzi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiezzi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tiezzi 13.5,Red,Spain,"A jammy, fruity, extracted Tempranillo with simple, candied berry aromas followed by a heavy, bulky palate that's packed with warm berry fruit. A rich, young, jumpy sweetie that's designed to make you happy.",Codice,10,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Sierra Cantabria 2008 Codice Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2008-codice-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Sierra Cantabria 13.5,Red,Italy,"Organically grown Sangiovese Grosso is the base of this bright and buoyant Rosso di Montalcino. There are mineral and campfire notes that play a supporting role to black cherry, currant and cola. The mouthfeel is compact and informal.",,30,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Le Chiuse 14,Red,Spain,"The sweet, rubbery nose deals earth, herbs, smoked meat and richness, while the palate is candied and big, with sweet, medicinal flavors of blackberry and black cherry. A touch lactic on the finish, but otherwise the wine is alert and ready to drink.",Clássic,16,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Onix 2008 Clássic Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onix-2008-classic-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Onix 13,Red,Spain,"The packaging and name are a little contrived, but what's in the bottle stands up to scrutiny. The aromas are warm and plummy, with a hint of toast and cream. The palate is clean and juicy, with snappy black raspberry fruit and a fruity carry-over onto the finish. Spunky, fresh and pleasant.",,12,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,"Vivir, Vivir 2008 Ribera del Duero",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivir-vivir-2008-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,"Vivir, Vivir" 13.5,Red,US,"Shows lots of Central Coast class, with brisk acidity and pure, fruity flavors of raspberries, cherries, orange zest and cola. The mouthfeel is silky, the acidity crisp, the finish dry. Very nice for drinking now, and a good price for a Pinot Noir of this quality.",À Côté,25,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,La Fenêtre 2008 À Côté Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-a-cote-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Fenêtre 13.9,Rose,Argentina,"This is probably the best of the new line of Festivo wines from Monteviejo. The nose has a clean, fresh neutrality that serves it well, while the palate is bright and offers apricot and nectarine flavors. Turns more pithy on the finish, which is why we suggest that you drink it ASAP. Questionable value at $18.",Festivo,18,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Monteviejo 2009 Festivo Rosé (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2009-festivo-rose-uco-valley/,Rosé,2009,Monteviejo 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Concentrated, with plenty of aromatic richness and dark fruit aromas of blackberry and cassis. The palate features proper extraction and weight, with forceful, powered-up flavors of wild berry and toast. Solid on the finish, with good ending weight and legs.",,16,87,Other,Neuquén,,Areo 2008 Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/areo-2008-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2008,Areo 12.8,White,Australia,"On the subtle side for a Sauvignon Blanc, the Groom 2009 offers up exotic kiwi and guava scents before settling in to a more serious palate of lemon and pear. Its crisp and well-balanced, with a lovely final note of grapefruit peel. Drink now.",,18,87,South Australia,Adelaide,,Groom 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groom-2009-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Groom 14.5,Red,US,"The mouthfeel on this 100% Cabernet is tough in tannins, with an astringent, sandpapery feeling. Still, it's dry and balanced, with a rich vein of blackberries, black currants and herbs, accented with spicy, 50% new French oak. Give it a good decant before drinking.",Director's Cut,28,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2007 Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2007-directors-cut-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Francis Ford Coppola 13.5,Red,Italy,"Black mineral aromas of charcoal and campfire open the nose and are followed by ripe fruit aromas of strawberry, raspberry and cherry. The wine delivers thick, smooth consistency and a blast of cherry and spice on the close.",,23,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Fattoi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoi 12.5,White,US,"Easy drinking, fresh white wine with grapefruit and pear flavors front and center. There is a pleasing tartness, and a suggestion of balancing fruit sugar that plays well against the acidity.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ciao Bella 2009 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciao-bella-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Ciao Bella 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Lovers of Moscato sparkling wines will enjoy this with its poise between sweetness and acidity. It is very fragrant, very refreshing, the sweetness never cloying.",Woman Doce,14,87,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Borges NV Woman Doce Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-woman-doce-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Borges 13.9,Red,Argentina,"A nice wine with aromas of lead pencil, violets, black fruit and a sprinkling of lemon zest. The palate has body and a chunky outlook, while the flavors of berry fruits, spice and something slightly exotic work. A solid, approachable wine that should bring a smile to the face of any Malbec lover.",,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zonda 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonda-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Zonda ,Red,US,"Plum and black cherry fruit flavors are at the core of this warmly generous wine, a round mouthful of fruit and sweet baking spices.",Cask,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2007 Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2007-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Silver Lake 12,White,Spain,"Flowery and fresh, with a bit of talc and creaminess to the bouquet. A little soft in the mouth, but still wet and likable. Flavors of lemon-lime and celery are solid, while the finish is dry and peachy. Treixadura, Godello, Loureira and Albariño comprise the grape blend.",,18,88,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Mein 2008 White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mein-2008-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2008,Viña Mein 12,Dessert,US,"Very, very sweet in residual sugar, with powerful flavors of apricots, honey, oranges and vanilla. A bit soft, but the luscious sweetness is what makes it work.",Late Harvest,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2009 Late Harvest Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2009-late-harvest-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Roche 15.9,Red,Spain,"A black wine with aromas of graphite, molten earth and black fruit. The palate is a pounder with strong tannins and blazing acidity, and that creates a mouthfeel with grating intensity and roasted black fruit flavors. Lively late, with herbal notes and a lasting tannic bite. At over 15% alcohol, there's a lot of fire and toughness, so hold for a few more years and hopefully the tannins will soften.",Reserva,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2005 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2005-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Pradorey 14.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted and dark on the nose, with raisin, prune and exotic spice aromas. The palate is chewy and a bit lemony, with sweet baked fruit flavors and a load of chocolaty richness. Mocha and fudge are the key finishing notes, and overall this is a proper yet full-bodied big boy.",,44,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Valpiculata 2007 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valpiculata-2007-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Valpiculata ,White,US,"Very rich, creamy and oaky, made in the ripe, California style of Chardonnay. Brims with buttered toast, vanilla cream, and caramelized wood aromas and flavors riding over underlying pineapples, pears and limes. Flamboyant, if a little top-heavy. Ready now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,38,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Tantara 14,Red,Portugal,"Velvet-textured wine, smoothed by wood aging, the black fruits pushing through the layer of dusty tannins. It has a feeling of power and concentration. It could well age another 2–3 years or more. A step up over previous vintages.",,15,88,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2007 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2007-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,White,Spain,"Fruity, minerally and nice, with aromas of pear, apple and pineapple that make you want to take a drink. The palate is juicy and fresh, with slate-driven green apple and citrus flavors. Quick on the finish, with a revisiting of the wine's mineral component.",Alma de Blanco,15,88,Galicia,Monterrei,,Pazo das Tapias 2009 Alma de Blanco Godello (Monterrei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-das-tapias-2009-alma-blanco-spanish-white-godello-monterrei/,Godello,2009,Pazo das Tapias 14,Red,Spain,"Dark in color and hefty for an '07, with vanilla, balsam wood and berry aromas. The feel and body here are appropriate, while the flavors of black cherry and plum are snappy, direct, pure and clean. Bold, lively and nice, but nothing too complicated or powerful.",Spiga,31,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2007 Spiga (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2007-spiga-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2007,O. Fournier 12.5,White,France,"A soft wine, now ready to drink with any herbaceous element toned down. It has freshness still, flavors of tangy orange and a considerable final acidity.",Les Tuilières,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Michel Redde 2007 Les Tuilières (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-redde-2007-tuilieres-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Michel Redde 13.4,White,US,"Great price for a Chardonnay of this quality. The grapes come from cool coastal areas, and the wine brims with crisp, long hangtime ripeness, accented with toasty oak. Feels rich and creamy, with pineapple, tropical fruit and vanilla flavors.",,12,88,California,California Other,California,Ménage a Trois 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/menage-a-trois-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Ménage a Trois 14.5,Red,US,"The g3 name honors the third generation now moving into position at the winery. Dark and spicy, supple and firm, the wine shows depth and polish. Black fruits, earth, smoke, char, black olive and black tea all create a rather dark impression of a meaty wine ready for drinking with something substantial off the grill.",g3 Estate Red Wine,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2007 g3 Estate Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2007-g3-estate-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Goose Ridge 14,Red,Spain,"A nicely made and easy to like kind of young Ribera red with clean, bold blackberry aromas and flavors that fit the wine's big, tannic structure. Composed on the back palate and beefy on the finish. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink now through 2012.",Viña Pilar Crianza,22,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2006 Viña Pilar Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2006-vina-pilar-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Felix Callejo 14.5,White,US,"The Roussanne really shines in the blend, offering rich, ripe, soft, seductive aromas of peaches and apricots, then folding into a broad midpalate with no rough edges. There is a definite peaches-and-cream feel to the midpalate, and that creamy flavor and texture runs right through a gentle finish.",Blanc du Moulin,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Domaine Pouillon 2008 Blanc du Moulin White (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pouillon-2008-blanc-moulin-white-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,White Blend,2008,Domaine Pouillon ,Red,France,"A fruity style, not powerful but bright, with some rich strawberry jam flavors. It has an edge of tannins as well as spice, dried fruits and a cool, soft aftertaste.",Domaine Mont Chavy,,88,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine Mont Chavy (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-mont-chavy-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 14.2,Red,US,"This rich wine is super-drinkable now for its wealth of fruity flavor. It explodes in jammy blackberries, cherries and plums, with a spicy finish. Easy to like, and versatile at the table with almost anything calling for a full-bodied dry red. It's a blend of Merlot, Cabernet and Petite Sirah.",Bee Bee's Blend,58,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2007 Bee Bee's Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2007-bee-bees-blend-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Envy ,Red,Spain,"Opens with black fruit aromas, dry oak and spice. The palate shows an oaky creaminess, sticky tannins and solid berry fruit flavors that are matched and maybe even trumped by buttery oak. A little dry and drawing on the finish, but still a very nice RDD.",,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2007-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Emilio Moro 14.5,White,US,"Strong in every sense, with ripe pineapple, lemon and peach flavors and strong oak. Lacks subtlety, but it's crisp in acidity and shows a nice streak of minerals. Ready now.",S Block,36,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2008 S Block Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2008-s-block-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Cuvaison 13.5,Red,Italy,"Castello Banfi's bright and fruit-forward Rosso di Montalcino would make a perfect match to grilled lamb chops or roast pork. The wine is simple and genuine yet the freshness of the fruit—with cherry, blackberry and raspberry overtones—makes it easy and fun to drink.",,23,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castello Banfi ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. A hugely enjoyable wine, finely structured, with great sweetness and the brightest fruit.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos des Baies 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-baies-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos des Baies 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky and dry, with aromas of tire rubber and mildly herbal, leafy red fruits. The palate has a dry, rugged, scratchy feel while the flavors veer toward baked raspberry, earth notes and coffee. Finishes nicely, with berry fruit at first and then herbal, oaky afternotes.",,19,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arrocal 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrocal-2007-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Arrocal 13,Red,Spain,"Leafy and spicy, with notes of paprika, tomato, dried leaves and broth. But in the mouth, it's fresh and vital, with good balance and flavors of dried cassis, tobacco and herbs. For an older wine from industrial Valdepeñas it's doing a good job. But now is the time to drink it.",Gran Reserva,15,88,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Anciano 1999 Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anciano-1999-gran-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,1999,Anciano ,White,US,"This is a big, rich, showy Chardonnay. Barrel fermented and aged in 80% new French oak, it shows buttered toast and charry vanilla bean aromas and flavors. The fruit below is good, if a little heavy and ripe, suggesting apricots and pears. Best now in its youth.",,52,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2007 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2007-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Alpha Omega 13.9,Red,US,"Bone dry, with brisk tannins, this is a Merlot to drink with good food and not worry about the wine overshadowing it. It's really drinkable, with a soft, lush mouthfeel and flavors of cherries, currants, spices and cedar. A huge and welcome improvement over the '06.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Brass Tacks 2007 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brass-tacks-2007-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2007,Brass Tacks 14.1,Red,US,"A nice Pinot from a producer with a long track record in Carneros. Dry and silky, it has flavors of cherries, raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola and spices, with smoky-sweet oak in the background. Could have a touch more complexity, but it's a solid wine for drinking now.",,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchaine 12.5,White,Spain,"Tropical smelling, with green banana, minerality and firmness to the bouquet. The palate is clean and cleansing, which are two very different things, while the wine tastes of tangy citrus and green melon. Fresh, tropical and uncomplicated. Drink this year.",,14,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lícia 2008 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/licia-2008-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Lícia 13,White,South Africa,"A distinctive nose of fresh fruit, spice and citrus lead this luscious Chardonnay. On the palate, apricot and lemon, backed by toasted nuts, adds to the appeal. Clean and fresh while also full of body. An elegant food wine.",,12,88,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Le Bonheur 2008 Chardonnay (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bonheur-2008-chardonnay-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Le Bonheur 12.5,White,France,"Fine ripe fruit here, with plenty of sweet apple and pear flavors. The wine is ripe, soft, open, maybe lacking concentration but with a great tangy herbaceous character. Screwcap.",Le Tronsec,20,88,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Joseph Mellot 2008 Le Tronsec (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2008-le-tronsec-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Joseph Mellot 13.5,Red,US,"It's hard to find a $10 Cabernet with this much muscle and depth. Solid black cherry and cassis fruit anchors a wine with dark streaks of espresso, bitter chocolate and smoke. The tannins are nicely ripened also, and the wine leaves a chocolaty trail as it fades.",,10,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Washington Hills 13.5,Rose,South Africa,"With its juicy, citrus, melon and strawberry aromas and flavors, this dry rosé is mouthwatering and a food winner. Good minerality, fresh fruity character and a spicy finish give it added appeal. Crisp and refreshing, with layers of complexity to give it character.",Jess,15,88,Simonsberg-Paarl,,,Vrede en Lust 2009 Jess Rosé (Simonsberg-Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vrede-en-lust-2009-jess-rose-simonsberg-paarl/,Rosé,2009,Vrede en Lust ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. A wine that brings out the firmest of tannins, but without all the fruit. It is dry, chunky, somewhat hard edged.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Pomys 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pomys-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pomys ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Solid, foursquare, chunky wine that packs a punch of tannin, the fruit rather reticent.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Paveil de Luze 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paveil-luze-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Paveil de Luze 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Good but a step down from recent vintages. Big and brawny on the nose, with oak-based aromas of shoe polish, chocolate mint chips and mocha. The thick palate is deep, raisiny and chunky, with roasted black fruit flavors touched up by chocolate. Very good and likable, but not as thorough and alluring as it has been. 40% Malbec with 30% each Cabernet and Merlot.",Privada,25,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Privada Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-privada-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Bodega Norton ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Rather light with the fruit fresh, with high acidity and bitter coffee.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Lassègue 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lassegue-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lassègue 13.5,Red,US,"Very nice for the price. Dry and smooth, with blackberry, cherry, cola and currant flavors that have a scoury mouthfeel, because of the tannins. Lots of class and even some complexity.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Brass Tacks 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brass-tacks-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Brass Tacks 14,Red,Spain,"Dark and very toasty, with espresso, bacon and roasted black fruit aromas. Tight and drying in the mouth, with biting tannins, a lot of oak and finally mildly herbal flavors of blackberry and burnt toast. Hard and dark, but big and boisterous, with a blatant barrel influence.",Abuela Cleofé,50,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Paramo de Corcos 2007 Abuela Cleofé (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paramo-corcos-2007-abuela-cleofe-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Paramo de Corcos 11,White,Portugal,"A Vinho Verde with some weight from the ripe pear and grapefruit-flavored fruit. It is bone dry, very fresh, the intensity of flavors turning this into a fine food wine.A Vinho Verde with some weight from the ripe pear and grapefruit-flavored fruit. It is bone dry, very fresh, the intensity of flavors turning this into a fine food wine.",,,88,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2009 Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2009-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2009,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 12,White,France,"While there is a fine citrus element here, the texture also has some creamy richness. However, the almost salty character of the wine certainly places it near the ocean. Drink this year.",Les Clissages d'Or Sur Lie,16,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Guy Saget 2008 Les Clissages d'Or Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2008-clissages-dor-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2008,Guy Saget 12.5,White,France,"A smooth creamy textured wine, the fruit flavors softened by ripeness and an edge that is just sweet. Good acidity gives it a fresh streak, the flavors of white currants, green plums and grapefruit coming out of a smoky edge. Screwcap.",La Chatellenie,25,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2008 La Chatellenie (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2008-chatellenie-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Joseph Mellot 12.5,White,France,"Caramel and toast aromas lead to a wine where wood is, surprisingly for Sancerre, an important element. It has weight, a creamy texture, suggestions of mellow peaches, soft and ripe.",,29,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henry Natter 2008 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-natter-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Henry Natter 13.5,Red,US,"The blend is mostly Merlot, with Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon filling it out. Plenty of stuffing here, with the tannic structure of a pricier wine. Black cherry fruit, some well-modulated bark and herb, and even a bonus lick of licorice in the finish.",Red Table Wine,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2007 Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2007-red-table-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Magnificent Wine Company 14,White,Australia,An extra year has added some depth here. Lemon and apricot fruit are layered over almonds and macadamia on the nose while a hint of jasmine adds interest to the palate. The medium finish offers up an intriguing nuttiness. Best before 2012.,Kayena Vineyard,22,88,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Tamar Ridge 2007 Kayena Vineyard Pinot Gris (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamar-ridge-2007-kayena-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-tasmania/,Pinot Gris,2007,Tamar Ridge ,Red,US,"This is a fine introduction to Washington Syrah, as it shows not only the fruit (raspberry and boysenberry) but also the fragrances (earth, herb) and the nuances (rock, compost) that make these wines so complex and interesting. At this price, you can't beat it.",Sy,15,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Substance 2008 Sy Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/substance-2008-sy-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Substance 12.5,Rose,France,"A delicious, crisp wine, with great bitter cherry and wild strawberry flavors and a high-definition streak of acidity. A great summer drink, but also for food.",Rosé,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2008 Rosé Pinot Noir (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2008-rose-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roger et Didier Raimbault ,White,US,"A serviceable white, with light lemony fruit—apple and jimaca It does not have the power of some riper Viogniers, but it is persistent, well-crafted, does not try to overdo it, and would be a perfectly fine accompaniment to a wide range of poultry and seafood dishes. The finish is surprisingly long and nicely detailed.",Elephant Mountain Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Southard 2008 Elephant Mountain Vineyard Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southard-2008-elephant-mountain-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Southard 13.5,Red,Spain,"From Freixenet, this is perfectly good yet familiar, which for $15 is about as good as we can expect. The palate is juicy and also smooth, with red berry, tomato and herbal flavors. There's good depth and balance throughout, and the finish rounds into form and closes things out in a tasty, subdued fashion.",Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vaza 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaza-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Vaza 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe and plump Brunello Riserva with distant notes of band aid or wet fur that don't distract too much from the overall picture. You'll also get aromas of wet earth, wild mushroom and pressed flowers and the wine's intensity and general consistency is very nice.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Vasco Sassetti 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasco-sassetti-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Vasco Sassetti 14.1,Red,Argentina,"A little sweet and candied on the nose but there are also floral aromas that are alluring. The palate is plump but offers good balance and structure, while the flavors run toward beefy dark berry fruit, spice and chocolate. Long, deep and roasted on the finish. Quite good for ten bucks.",Sensual,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Sensual Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-sensual-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Valentín Bianchi 13,White,France,"Packed in a single serve screwcap glass tube, here is a rich and delicious wine, with just that extra warmth that the Quincy appellation brings to Sauvignon Blanc. With the concentration of old vines, this is a fine, broad-textured wine, with finishing acidity.",Vieilles Vignes,,88,Loire Valley,Quincy,,Domaine Lecomte 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Quincy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lecomte-2008-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-quincy/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Lecomte 13,White,France,"A soft, ripe, creamy style that then tightens up with a strong herbaceous currant fruit flavor. It is intense, rich and concentrated, lemon and fresh white peaches combining easily.",Sur le Fort,22,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2008 Sur le Fort (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2008-sur-le-fort-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Fouassier 12,White,France,"Classic ripe Muscadet, ripe but fresh, steely around the edges with delicious fresh fruits in the center. It is a lively wine, flavored with grapefruit and white currants, with an apple skin texture.",Sur Lie,16,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine de la Grenaudière 2009 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grenaudiere-2009-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Domaine de la Grenaudière 15,Red,Italy,"Cupano is an organic farm in Montalcino with consistent delivery of quality red wines. This less formal Rosso di Montalcino offers ripe cherry and blackberry notes followed by aromas of wet earth, leather and fresh tobacco. Pair it with Irish lamb stew.",,55,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Cupano 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupano-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Cupano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Corte Pavone's Rosso di Montalcino gives you a hearty drinking red that would pair with game, wild mushrooms and most meat dishes. You get plump fruit and exotic spice overtones that give the wine sophistication and personality.",,22,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Corte Pavone 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-pavone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Corte Pavone ,Red,US,"Deliciously bright and spicy, its cranberry and raspberry fruit is highlighted with pepper and cinnamon. With more breathing time it fleshes out, fills in with pretty pie cherry flavors and some pleasing toastiness.",Three Legged Red,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2007 Three Legged Red Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2007-three-legged-red-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Dunham 12.5,White,France,"The vineyard of La Poussie, perhaps the most famous in Sancerre, occupies a magnificent amphitheater in the village of Bué. The wine is creamily herbaceous with the tightest green plum flavors and intensity. It has weight, very textured, and could be aged for 2–3 years.",La Poussie,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,De Ladoucette 2008 La Poussie (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-ladoucette-2008-poussie-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,De Ladoucette 13.5,Red,Greece,"This elegant, classic-style red starts with black cherry, mocha and spice on the nose, followed by like flavors on the palate. Smooth tannins, good acidity and a spicy finish give it a food-friendly edge. A sophisticated sip with an exotic tendency.",Antares,20,88,Ilias,,,Mercouri Estate 2005 Antares Red (Ilias),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercouri-estate-2005-antares-red-ilias/,Red Blend,2005,Mercouri Estate ,Red,US,"This is made in the somewhat austere style of a Loire valley Chinon, done well here, adding nothing harsh, bitter or unpleasant to the wine. You will also find soft plum and cherry fruit, modest but perfectly ripe and proportionate, rounding out the midpalate.",Cf,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Substance 2008 Cf Cabernet Franc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/substance-2008-cf-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Substance 15,Red,Spain,"Big, bawdy, hard and concentrated, with black fruit and floral aromas. The palate is grabby and fully tannic, while the flavors run toward blackberry, coffee and vanilla. Rich and espresso-like on the finish, with no shortage of oak and richness. Very big at 15% alcohol.",Crianza,57,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de Carraovejas 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-carraovejas-2006-crianza-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Pago de Carraovejas 13.5,White,US,"Previous Fish House whites were Chardonnay; now it's Sauvignon Blanc, which makes better sense. This doesn't shy away from grassy varietal character; it's bright and herbaceous, clean and green, with plenty of lively acidity and a hint of white pepper.",Fish House,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2008 Fish House Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2008-fish-house-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Magnificent Wine Company 13.8,White,US,"A very nice and drinkable Sauvignon Blanc with some extra dimensions of elegance. It has a rich, creamy texture that frames exotic flavors of tropical fruits, kiwis and limes. The acidity is brisk and mouth-cleansing, a perfect counterpoint to the richness.",Estate,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Madrigal 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and candied on the nose, almost like a jelly doughnut at first. But with airing it turns more savory, herbal and dry. Flavors of tomato, raspberry and herbs are robust and interesting, while the finish is less so as it flattens out and seems baked. Very good but needing a bit more spunk to rate higher.",Reserva,21,88,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Luigi Bosca 2007 Reserva Syrah (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2007-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipu/,Syrah,2007,Luigi Bosca 12.5,Red,France,"A rounded, generous wine that shows red plums, fresh red berry acidity, but also a layer of tannins. That puts it into a food-friendly category, full of flavor and fruit, but also well structured.",Le Chatelin,19,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Louis Tête 2008 Le Chatelin (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-tete-2008-le-chatelin-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2008,Louis Tête 13.5,White,Australia,"Initial scents of paint thinner blow off to reveal a tropical cornucopia of mango, pineapple and guava. Meanwhile, the lime-inflected palate is crisp, elegant and sophisticated and ends on a crisp chalk note. Try with fresh seafood.",,16,88,South Australia,Adelaide,,Nepenthe 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nepenthe-2009-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Nepenthe 12.5,White,Australia,"A classic Eden Valley Riesling, the Pewsey Vale opens with multi-dimensional citrus character, followed by decadent tones of kiwi and guava. Crisp and long in the mouth, there's a real sense of elegance here. A final note of lemon adds a refreshing element to the long finish. Drink now or hold a few years for more nuanced complexity.",Individual Vineyard Selection Dry,16,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Pewsey Vale 2009 Individual Vineyard Selection Dry Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pewsey-vale-2009-individual-vineyard-selection-dry-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2009,Pewsey Vale ,Red,France,"This is a serious, tannic wine that has a mineral edge to go with the tight fruit. It is, in fact, ageworthy—for a year or two, with the dry character needs to soften. At the end, the sweet Gamay fruits triumph.",Séléction,,88,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Séléction (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-selection-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf ,White,US,"From the old vine planting, this is a thick, chunky, fruity style, with banana and light tropical fruit flavors. Firm acidity and grip give it a substantial mouthfeel.",Celilo Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Ken Wright 2007 Celilo Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2007-celilo-vineyard-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,Ken Wright ,Red,US,"Dark, toasty, and showing some bricking in the rim, this is ready to drink right now. If you like the more mature, softer tannins of well-aged Cabernet, this leads you there. The vineyard, in the heart of the Rattlesnake Hills AVA, offers Cabernet fruit with excellent varietal character, including pepper and dried herbs.",,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-vineyards-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hyatt Vineyards ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. There is good structure here, fresh fruit and attractive sweet plums. The wine feels ripe, but quite structured, finishing sweet.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vieux Maillet 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieux-maillet-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Vieux Maillet 14,Red,Spain,"Slightly earthy and herbal, as Somontano reds are prone to be, with a gritty mouthfeel and sweet black fruit flavors that come with proper herbal accents. Tastes roasted and toasty, with pepper and heat on the lusty finish. Balanced and good; drink now through 2013.",Gran Vos Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2005 Gran Vos Reserva Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2005-gran-vos-reserva-red-somontano/,Red Blend,2005,Viñas del Vero 13.8,White,US,"Spicy and forward, with penetrating aromas of citrus oil, rind and beeswax. It just borders on volatile, but that also highlights the lemony, pineapple-flavored fruit. Sharp and assertive, this is a wine that will profit from a richly sauced fish or pasta accompaniment.",Deux,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Pouillon 2008 Deux White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pouillon-2008-deux-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Domaine Pouillon 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A fresh and rich wine, its tannins soft and smooth. There is a firm edge, while the main flavors are ripe, juicy black plum and damsons, pushed by final acidity.",DFE Premium,,88,Douro,,,Douro Family Estates 2007 DFE Premium Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douro-family-estates-2007-dfe-premium-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Douro Family Estates 13.5,Red,Italy,"You could easily pair this food-friendly Rosso di Montalcino with roasted chicken with rosemary potatoes and garlic. The nose here is bright and penetrating with earthy notes, mineral tones and loads of bright berry fruit. The mouthfeel is smooth and there's a touch of cherry sweetness as well.",,32,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Canalicchio di Sopra 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Until now all we've tried are Callia's basic $9 varietals. So this is a big step up in intention, price and power. The bouquet is compact and sweet, with coconut, juniper and foresty aromas. Fresh and slightly grating on the palate, with spunky raspberry and cocoa. Turns more raw and rough as it expands, but overall we like this blend of Shiraz, Tannat, Malbec and Merlot.",Grand Callia,43,88,Other,San Juan,,Callia 2006 Grand Callia Red (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2006-grand-red-san-juan/,Red Blend,2006,Callia 12,White,Spain,"Minerality is a major player in this peachy white blend that throws off some salinity and pool water on the nose. The palate has a round balance to it, while the flavors of lemon-lime, pineapple and mango get it done. Fresh and melony on the finish.",Vendimia Oro,36,88,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Bodegas Docampo 2008 Vendimia Oro White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-docampo-2008-vendimia-oro-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2008,Bodegas Docampo 15.5,Red,Spain,"Very sweet and rich, and probably a little too much so for some folks. Aromas of cassis, berry liqueur and black fruit candy are sweet, sweet, sweet, but after the sugary richness subsides you do get a dark, brooding, mammoth Garnacha with prune, chocolate and baked power. A 15.5% heavyweight to drink before 2011.",Atteca Armas Old Vines,45,88,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodegas Ateca 2006 Atteca Armas Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ateca-2006-atteca-armas-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2006,Bodegas Ateca ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Sweet blackcurrant, and a gentle tannins. The structure is obviously dense, but the richness hides it to give a velvet wine.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Bertineau Saint-Vincent 2009 Barrel sample (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertineau-saint-vincent-2009-barrel-sample-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bertineau Saint-Vincent ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Finely structured wine, plenty of black fruits behind the acidity. Plums, figs and bitter chocolate.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Beau Soleil 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-soleil-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beau Soleil 14,Red,Portugal,"Already showing good balance between ripe wood and plum and blackberry fruits, this is a full wine. The acidity is a welcome layer of juicy freshness in the rich texture. Drink now and over the next 2–3 years.",,22,88,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2008 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2008-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Cortes de Cima 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a big wine, going on sweet and superripe. It is almost heavy, the acidity a necessary foil to the dense matter here. Sweet and perfumed berry fruits are dominant along with spice from new wood.",,60,88,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2007 Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2007-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Cortes de Cima ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Quite light, a wine in a fresh style with some attractive fruits, the tannins showing along with the bright acidity.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Grace Dieu 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-grace-dieu-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Franc Grace Dieu ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. The tannins have taken over here, hard to find the fruit. There is structure in plenty, and a solid base.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Tour de By 2009 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-by-2009-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Tour de By ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Juicy, ripe fruits, showing signs of super-mature grapes. The wine feels flabby.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2009 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2009-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Bergey 13,Red,Spain,"Colorful and fresh, with a bit of latex/Band-Aid on the nose to go with bacon, raspberry and oak-based maple aromas. The feel is stout and chewy, while flavors of cassis, cherry and chocolate work well together. An oaky customer but a good and tasty one. Drink now and over the next two years.",Old Vines Reserva,17,88,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bodegas Navarro López 2005 Old Vines Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2005-old-vines-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Navarro López 13.5,Red,US,"A Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah blend, this comes together gracefully, with pure sweet berry/cherry fruit flavor, ripe and silky tannins, and just a suggestion of leaf and green herb, but nothing sharp or bitter.",Ascent,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex II 2007 Ascent Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-ii-2007-ascent-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Apex II 13.6,White,US,"Scents of vanilla, peach, and coconut milk lead into well-defined fruit flavors that run from stone fruits to light tropical. There's plenty of acidity, good grip to the palate, and the wine shows heft through the middle. The finish fades gracefully with pleasing minerality.",Destiny Ridge Vineyards,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2009 Destiny Ridge Vineyards Roussanne (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2009-destiny-ridge-roussanne-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Roussanne,2009,Alexandria Nicole 12.5,Red,Greece,"This wine starts with an appealing, racy nose of minerals, blackberry and pepper. On the palate, fresh black fruit and allspice rolls over the tongue. Medium tannins and a spicy finish give it extra weight.",Atlantis,17,88,Santorini,,,Argyros 2007 Atlantis Red (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyros-2007-atlantis-red-santorini/,Red Blend,2007,Argyros 14.9,Red,US,"A little lopsided in the mouth, with strong, jagged tannins. But it's Petite Sirah, after all. Shows rich flavors of blackberries, black currants, anise, black pepper and sweet oak, with hints of chocolate here and there. Easy to like now with a good steak or chop.",Lot 167,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 167 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-167-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Cameron Hughes 13,Red,Italy,"This is a modern and pleasurable Rosso di Montalcino with bright notes of cherry, forest berry and blue flowers. Those aromas are enhanced by soft shadings of spice and toast. The wine is crisp, sharp and fresh in the mouth.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castiglion del Bosco 14.5,White,US,"Very dry and crisp in acidity, this Sauvignon Blanc, which has never seen oak, shows bright fruit flavors of pink grapefruits, oranges, kiwis and pears, with a streak of minerality. It turns a little green and aggressive on the finish. A clean, stimulating wine for drinking now.",Les Pionniers,36,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Captûre 2009 Les Pionniers Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2009-pionniers-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Captûre 14.8,Red,US,"A bit sharp and rough at the moment, with a sandpapery, peppery scour. The flavors are of cherry pie filling and smoky cedar. Yet there's plenty of balance, and the ruggedly strong tannins suggest some cellaring. Give it a few years to mellow and knit together.",,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Guarachi Family 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Guarachi Family 14,Red,Spain,"Clean, solid aromas of black cherry and berry are just what you want from Spanish Monastrell, and while this isn't the most unique or original wine, it sure is tasty, balanced and pleasing. Flavors of lightly baked black fruits are lush, while the finish is medium-long and easygoing. Hard to find anything wrong with this affordable red from Alicante.",La Tremenda,11,88,Levante,Alicante,,Enrique Mendoza 2007 La Tremenda Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-mendoza-2007-tremenda-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2007,Enrique Mendoza ,Red,France,"A wine that starts bright, and then reveals a more bitter, austere side. The tannins move forwards, hiding the cherry fruit flavors. That makes for a complex wine, the acidity offering a fresh respite.",Cuvée Jean Descombes,,88,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Cuvée Jean Descombes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-cuvee-jean-descombes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Starts with rubbery, intense aromas, but with breathing it settles on earthy berry fruit and oak-driven coffee. The mouthfeel is good and shows nice lemony acids, while the flavors vascillate between tangy/floral and herbal blackberry. Sweet, concentrated and rich on the finish, with a lasting wave of mocha.",Don David Reserve,16,88,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2008 Don David Reserve Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2008-don-david-reserve-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2008,Michel Torino 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A nose wafting violet, clove and pepper is followed by an elegant, flirty array of black cherry, violet and spice on the palate. Delicate, floral, food friendly and feminine, it's an alluring sip that will pair well with duck, fish.",,25,88,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2007 Pinot Noir (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2007-pinot-noir-stellenbosch/,Pinot Noir,2007,Meerlust ,White,US,"This wine reaches just 8.5% alcohol, with 7% residual sugar, and plenty of backing acidity. CO2 from fermentation is left in the wine to give it a little soda pop feeling to it. A perfect transition from White Zin for the new wine consumer. Simple, but balanced and pleasurable, with flavors of peach, sugar, Meyer lemon and orange candy.",Sweet,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2009 Sweet Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2009-sweet-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Pacific Rim 13.5,White,South Africa,"This robust SB starts with a nose of cut grass and gooseberry, followed by a complex, spicy array of tropical fruit and spice. Weighty but balanced, the wine will pair well with more complex seafood dishes: think halibut or tuna.",The Winemaster's Reserve,10,88,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2009 The Winemaster's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2009-the-winemasters-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Nederburg 12,White,Australia,"A classic Clare Valley Riesling, with prominent lime zest and kiwi character upfront and an energetic, zesty mouth bursting with well-integrated acidity and green apple notes. Finishes on a tasty tone of lime cordial. Drink now or age a few years.",Barking Mad,13,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2009 Barking Mad Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2009-barking-mad-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2009,Reilly's 14.8,Red,US,"Nice and lush, one of the easier Grenaches on the market. It's soft and silky, with ripe flavors of cherries, mocha and spices. A touch (10% new) of oak adds just the right touch of smoke.",Wine Creek Ranch,26,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2008 Wine Creek Ranch Grenache (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2008-wine-creek-ranch-grenache-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Grenache,2008,Quivira 14.2,White,US,"Here's a good, rich and super-drinkable Chardonnay. It shows oak-inspired flavors of pineapples, peaches and green apples that taste like they were baked into a pie. Finishes clean and zesty in acidity.",,24,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Cuvaison 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a tempered but elegant expression of Sangiovese Grosso with immediate aromas of spice, cherry cola, wet earth and violets. The wine shows crisp acidity and a clean, polished feel in the mouth.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tornesi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tornesi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tornesi ,White,US,"This well-made, off-dry late harvest Riesling includes small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc. The fruit shines here, and it was indeed picked really late, as the stats indicate: 13% residual sugar and 12% alcohol. As with most Washington late harvest wines, the acidity is there to support all that sugar.",Late Harvest Reserve,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Late Harvest Reserve Riesling (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-late-harvest-reserve-riesling-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Riesling,2008,Silver Lake 13.5,Red,South Africa,"The Marklew red blend exhibits a nose of vanilla, black fruit and spice, followed by a balanced, elegant array of black fruit, currants and warming spice. Good tannic structure and a lingering finish seal the deal.",Capensis,40,88,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Marklew 2004 Capensis Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marklew-2004-capensis-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2004,Marklew 13.5,White,South Africa,"Elegant, food-friendly and poised, this Chardonnay from Stellenbosch exhibits a combination of fresh Chardonnay fruit, lime and dancing minerality. The nose is light, floral and elegant, and the palate refreshing with bursts of lime and melon. Pair with seafood, pork or fruit.",Unoaked,16,88,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-2008-unoaked-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Jardin 13.5,Red,Italy,"With one year in large oak casks, this bright Rosso di Montalcino is both refined and sophisticated. Rich concentration helps give the wine persistency and power. Aromas here include black cherry, dried currants, cola, dried herbs and mesquite wood.",Campogiovanni,19,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,San Felice 2008 Campogiovanni (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-felice-2008-campogiovanni-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Felice 14.5,Red,Spain,"Leather, tobacco, citrus peel and herbs make for a controlled bouquet that doesn't smack you in the face. The body, however, is tannic and grabby, while the flavors of sweet berry carry a roasted angle and a dash of spice. Chocolaty and spicy on the finish, but again it goes down hard and tannic, which is a drawback.",Reserva,70,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Resalte 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/resalte-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Resalte 13.5,White,US,"This tart and aromatic white blend could be labeled Chardonnay; less than a quarter is a mix of Riesling, Muscat, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris. It's detailed and lively, with bright citrus, pineapple, pink grapefruit and sweet spice.",House Wine,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2008 House Wine White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2008-house-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Magnificent Wine Company ,Red,US,"Pinot Noir from Washington's Okanagon Valley, given a liberal amount of oak. It's a surprising wine, with few if any referents. Not too heavy, with ripe strawberry fruit and pretty toast and caramel flavors, from the hand of winemaker Charles Smith.",The Originals,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2007 The Originals Pinot Noir (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2007-originals-pinot-noir-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Noir,2007,Magnificent Wine Company 14.4,Red,US,"Made in a lighter, earthier style, but still showing plenty of class. It's dry and silky, with sour cherry candy and spice flavors. Good value for a Pinot of this elegance.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Magness 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magness-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Magness 13.5,White,Portugal,"Moscatel dominates the blend of this wine and gives a perfumed character. It has some good weight and freshness, a bright green plum and pear flavor. The acidity and ripe fruit are well in balance.",Ventozelo QV,13,88,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2009 Ventozelo QV White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2009-qv-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de Ventozelo 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The Frans Malan red blend offers plush aromas and flavors of blackberry, violet, plum and cigarbox. The character is approachable but complex, with a smoked, lingering finish. A delicious house wine.",Frans Malan Cape Blend,30,88,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2004 Frans Malan Cape Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2004-frans-malan-cape-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2004,Simonsig ,White,US,"An exceptional value, this is buttery and round, loaded with peaches and creamy vanilla flavors. Solidly mainstream and quite delicious in a full-on, barrel-fermented, 100% malolactic style.",Roza Hills Vineyard Reserve,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Roza Hills Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-roza-hills-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Silver Lake 12.5,Red,France,"There is a good depth of red fruit flavor here, along with a touch of tannins, a granite feel to the structure, but also an open acidity. The wine has a delicious, fresh and juicy finish.",Domaine des Grands Cèdres,23,88,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Domaine des Grands Cèdres (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-domaine-des-grands-cedres-fleurie-112162/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 15,Red,Spain,"This is a higher-end blend from Onix, and it offers an earthy, almost compost-like opening with leafy notes of tobacco, coffee grinds, leather and hard cheese. The palate is solidly built, with cheek-blasting berry and coffee flavors. Toasty on the back end, with bitter chocolate. Very big but lacks some precision and purity of aromas and flavors. Drink now through 2012.",Fusió,32,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Onix 2007 Fusió Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onix-2007-fusio-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Onix 13,Red,Cyprus,"This memorable red start with aromas of savory spice, balsamic and pepper, followed by black fruit, cedar and pepper on the palate. Good integration, body and mouthfilling fruit, with an exotic clove finish. Pair with meat stews, or semi-hard cheeses.",Agios Onoufrios,18,88,Kathikas,,,K&K Vasilikon 2008 Agios Onoufrios Red (Kathikas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-k-vasilikon-2008-agios-onoufrios-red-kathikas/,Red Blend,2008,K&K Vasilikon 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese Grosso is aged one year in oak cask to achieve a dark and sophisticated Rosso di Montalcino that drinks almost like a Brunello. Aromas include cherry, red currant, spice, leather, cola and wet earth. Smooth tannins are capped by bright acidity.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Innocenti 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocenti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Innocenti 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark, piercing, crusty black fruit aromas suggest burnt toast and lemon, and although there's a lemony bite to the palate, once it airs out chunky black fruit flavors take over. Not a thriller but it's pure and clean. Textbook mid-to-upper-level Malbec with some flair.",Saurus Barrel Fermented,25,88,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2008 Saurus Barrel Fermented Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2008-saurus-barrel-fermented-malbec-other/,Malbec,2008,Familia Schroeder ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. The fruit is too ripe here, leaving a wine that feels flabby, rather too soft even with the bitter tannin edge.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Malescasse 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescasse-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Malescasse 12.5,White,France,"The style is crisp, with apples and grapefruit, followed by a light touch of caramel. The wine is taut, treading the high wire of tense acidity, but it also has a vivid final mineral and apple skin texture.",Morogues,,88,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Domaine Henry Pellé 2008 Morogues (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henry-pelle-2008-morogues-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Henry Pellé 12.5,White,France,"Classic ripe apples and pear fruits with a healthy serving of acidity, this is concentrated with a strong element of minerality. It has fine weight and richness.",,26,88,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine des Berthiers 2008 Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthiers-2008-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine des Berthiers ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. High toast aromas, packed with new wood flavors that rather submerge the fruit. It is an early stage, but the chateau needs to watch that wood.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2009 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2009-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fonréaud ,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Good structure, attractive smoky fruit with bright acidity, over solid firm tannins.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Simard 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-simard-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Simard ,Red,Spain,"Floral and lighter bodied, with attractive red fruit aromas and a modicum of exotic spice. The palate is tight, pure and a little sharp and pointed, while the flavors are of flashy, zesty raspberry. A juicy wine that treads lightly rather than with a hammer.",C21,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Cepa 21 2007 C21 (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cepa-21-2007-c21-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Cepa 21 14,Red,Italy,"From one of the most respected producers in Montalcino, this bright Rosso offers layers of spice, berry fruit, dried currants, black cherry and mesquite wood. There are also mineral tones and the wine is smooth and silky on the close.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Castello di Velona 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-velona-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Castello di Velona 13.5,Red,South Africa,"This Pinot starts with a nose of bright cherry, spice and strawberry, followed by integrated cherry, clove, pepper and spice flavors. Balanced and delicate, the wine regardless has a masculine edge.",,40,89,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Muratie 2008 Pinot Noir (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muratie-2008-pinot-noir-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinot Noir,2008,Muratie 13,White,Spain,"A well-made and refreshing wine for the price. The nose is crisp and smells of nettles, grapefruit, cilantro and stony minerals, while the feel is zesty and the flavors bring a mix of green fruits, citrus and tropicality. Stays on point from start to finish. A fine wine for summer sipping.",,15,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Palacio de Bornos 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-bornos-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Palacio de Bornos 14.5,Red,Greece,"This soft, elegant red blend starts with aromas of anise, blackberry and pomegranate, followed by like flavors unrolling gently on the tongue. A good tannic structure and a delicious, spicy finish add to its serious nature. Great now, but has some years to evolve.",Amethystos,25,89,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2007 Amethystos Red (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2007-amethystos-red-drama/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 13,Red,Portugal,"The high vineyards of inland eastern Portugal gives a wine that is initially austere, tasting very much of its rock terroir, cool and elegant. The fruit is very direct, fresh and juicy, with the tannins a strong presence. The final acidity is a cool burst.",Quinta do Cardo,14,89,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Quinta do Cardo Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-quinta-cardo-red-beira-interior/,Portuguese Red,2007,Companhia das Quintas ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Soft, very sweet, almost Port-like in character, with gentle tannins. There is acidity, but the wine is intensely ripe.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Mont-Pérat 2009 Barrel sample (Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mont-perat-2009-barrel-sample-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Mont-Pérat ,White,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. From one hectare in Lussac Saint-Emilion, with ripe yellow fruits, sweetness almost, with a touch of perfume.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château La Grande Clotte 2009 Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grande-clotte-2009-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château La Grande Clotte ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A solid, chunky wine, with a slight mineral character, just enough tannin and very pure blackberry juice and sweetness.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Forge 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-forge-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Forge ,Red,US,"Essentially the same blend as the outstanding 2006, the new vintage of DeLille's second red offers full, peppery flavors of currants and black cherries. You may wonder why fruit this good is declassified, until you taste the Chaleur Estate red. There's more than a touch of barrel here; and this young wine turns a bit liquorous.",D2,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2007 D2 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2007-d2-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,DeLille 13.5,Red,Spain,"Toasty, earthy, chocolaty and meaty, but not overly fruity or sweet. The palate features solid structure and body, with rooty raspberry, plum, nutmeg and other spice-based flavors. A little rough and short on the finish, with firm tannins. Gets better the longer it sits, so decant or let breathe before pouring.",Cosme Palacio Reserva,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2005 Cosme Palacio Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2005-cosme-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Palacio 13.8,White,US,"Very refreshing, this young, juicy Marsanne walks the line between citrus and green apple fruit flavors, nicely defined and clean as a whistle. The acidity is supportive but never sour; the fruit ripe but not heavy or thick. A lovely wine to explore with a variety of soft cheeses, pastas and seafood.",Destiny Ridge Vineyards,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2009 Destiny Ridge Vineyards Marsanne (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2009-destiny-ridge-marsanne-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Marsanne,2009,Alexandria Nicole ,Red,US,"This is evolving, vintage by vintage, into a wine somewhere between an Aussie GSM and a Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The 2006 is 61% Grenache, 21% Syrah and 18% Mourvèdre. Fruity and delicious, this 2006 is a bit high-toned, with sharp scents and bright red fruits.",Byzance Red Wine,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2006 Byzance Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2006-byzance-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Brian Carter 13,White,US,"Very good price for a Riesling of this quality. It's very dry and high in acidity, cleansing the palate and stimulating it to appreciate rich fare, from liver paté on toast to grilled trout or chicken satay. Or delicious on its own, with fresh citrus, apricot and peach fruit flavors.",,14,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Jacella 2009 Riesling (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacella-2009-riesling-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Riesling,2009,Jacella 13.5,White,US,"A beautifully drinkable Sauvignon Blanc, as Lake County tends to give, and one that Brassfield in particular has excelled at over the last three vintages. The wine is bone dry and racy in acidity, with mouthwatering flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits and gooseberries.",High Serenity Ranch,14,89,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2008 High Serenity Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2008-high-serenity-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Brassfield 14.5,White,US,"This is a tightly wound Chardonnay, crisp and steely. It's also oaky. The underlying flavors are of citrus and tropical fruits, buttered toast and vanilla, with a touch of metallic stone. Calls to mind the 2006. Give it a breath of air before serving to soften it, and don't drink it too cold.",8,50,89,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2008 8 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2008-8-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2008,Vineyard 7&8 ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. New World in style, almost too opulent and ripe, with the wood a distraction. This is for lovers of extreme juiciness.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis de Terme 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-terme-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Marquis de Terme 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A joint venture between the Renacer winery of Argentina and Chile and Allegrini from the Veneto in Italy. Thus it makes sense that this five-grape blend is done in the Amarone style, with concentrated, dried grapes. Aromas are generous, minty and floral, and the palate is jammy and concentrated. Rich and a little raisiny, just like Amarone. Drink now.",Enamore,25,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2007 Enamore Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2007-enamore-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Bodega Renacer ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Lots of spiced wood, with sweet blackberry fruits. The wine is initially soft, but the tannins do kick in. The fruit finally has great freshness",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Beaumont 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaumont-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beaumont 14.5,Red,US,"Quite an impressive wine, especially from this prestigious appellation at this price. Dry and full-bodied, it shows black cherry candy, currant, herb, anise and cedar flavors, wrapped into finely ground, dusty tannins. Fine now, and could even develop bottle complexity over the next 2-4 years.",Lot 164,22,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 164 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-164-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes ,Red,US,"This Sangiovese-dominated blend displays herb, olive and earth components wrapped around supple, well-modulated red fruits. This does not have the Sangiovese character that one finds in Tuscany, but it's a very well-made, food-friendly red blend that is drinking well right now.",Tuttorosso Red Wine,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2006 Tuttorosso Red Wine Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2006-tuttorosso-red-wine-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2006,Brian Carter 14.5,Red,Spain,"Solid as a rock, with earthy berry and mild herbal aromas. The palate is firm and a touch angular, with sweet raisin, blackberry, candy and chocolate flavors. Long and steady on the finish, with a nice mix of freshness and richness that serves it well. Drink now through 2013.",,,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Mas Dels Frares 2008 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-dels-frares-2008-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Mas Dels Frares 14.5,Red,Italy,"Supple and soft, this Rosso di Montalcino impresses thanks to its inherent complexity and balance. There are fruit and spice notes that work in harmony to drive the wine's intensity and persistency. Pair this wine with ravioli in lamb ragù. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",,,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Podere Brizio 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-brizio-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Podere Brizio 12.5,White,France,"An edgy, mineral style, full in the mouth, with fruit flavors that definitely go towards pear and apricot and away from herbaceous. It's a great style that allows the wine to age, with a firm texture to go with the fruit.",Les Belles Vignes,27,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2008 Les Belles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2008-belles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fournier Père et Fils 12.5,White,France,"Smooth, softly textured, going for the creamy side of Sauvignon Blanc. The wine has weight, flavors of toast and spice as well as ripe pink grapefruit. It is approaching maturity, but could age for another year.",Grand Cuvée Fournier,33,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2006 Grand Cuvée Fournier (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2006-grand-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Fournier Père et Fils 14,Red,Italy,"This Rosso di Montalcino offers a distinctive nose of clove, spice, and pipe tobacco over a thick layer of cherry and blackberry fruit. The clove or eucalyptus element is unique indeed and the wine offers impressive smoothness and silkiness in the mouth.",,24,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenuta Poggio il Castellare 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-poggio-il-castellare-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta Poggio il Castellare 14,Red,Portugal,"A densely fruity wine, with berry and plum fruits, pushed by some firm tannins. It is the ripe fruit, brimming over the glass, that makes this wine so delicious and approachable now.",Vallado,17,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2007 Vallado Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2007-vallado-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Vallado 14.5,Red,US,"A touch of barnyard funk gives this Pinot an old-fashioned Burgundian touch. But the fruit is all California, suggesting ripe cherries and raspberries, coated with plenty of sweet, smoky oak. A very nice, high-class Pinot Noir for drinking now and through 2013.",,50,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Small Vines 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-vines-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Small Vines 13,Red,France,"A pure strawberry jam wine, its ripe fruit scintillating with freshness and acidity. The wine is also round, with tannins giving some weight. The aftertaste is deliciously fruity.",Domaine Leroux Morin,17,89,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Domaine Leroux Morin (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-domaine-leroux-morin-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 13,Red,France,"Certainly an attractive presentation with its cute pink heart on the label, this is also an attractive, finely structured wine which brings together some good tannins and ripe fruits, a hint of licorice and fresh acidity.",Domaine de la Passion,18,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Domaine de la Passion (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-domaine-passion-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 14,Red,Spain,"Having not seen the Valsacro wines for several years, it's nice to know that they are up to good things. This is a dark wine dominated by aromas of cassis liqueur and earth. It's lively and structured, with layers of toasted berry, chocolate and black pepper flavors. Shows a lot of shadings and trimmings, including creamy oak on the finish. Drink now and over the next two years.",,31,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valsacro 2005 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valsacro-2005-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2005,Valsacro ,Red,US,"A Merlot-dominated Bordeaux blend, spicy and sharp, with plenty of stuffing. The raspberry and cassis fruit is supported with juicy acid, the wine is medium weight, with smooth tannins, and just a hint of chocolate.",Big Sky Cuvée Red Wine,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2006 Big Sky Cuvée Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2006-big-sky-cuvee-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Saviah ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. With its mineral edge and acidity, this is a very structured wine. This balances the dark tannins, smoky wood edge and the juicy blackberry.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Rolland-Maillet 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rolland-maillet-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Rolland-Maillet 13,White,France,"Taut wine, showing very mineral character, steely and crisp, the intensity building as it opens up. It has a vivid citrus character, finishing with bright but not weighty acidity.",Les Grands Groux,22,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2008 Les Grands Groux (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2008-grands-groux-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Fouassier 13.5,Red,France,"Ripe and soft, with smooth toast-inspired texture and blackberry fruits on the rich side. It is still young, needing another year to pull firmly together, but its elegance already shows.",Clos de l'Echo,42,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2006 Clos de l'Echo (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2006-clos-lecho-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Couly-Dutheil 15,Red,France,"A hugely black-colored, single-vineyard wine, heavily extracted and oaked, along with superripe plums fruit flavors. It is very dry, with powerful tannins, hopefully with the ability to become less aggressive. Age for 3–4 years.",Clos de l'Echo Cuvée Crescendo,85,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2005 Clos de l'Echo Cuvée Crescendo (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2005-clos-lecho-cuvee-crescendo-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Couly-Dutheil 14.5,Red,Spain,"Miserere offers most of what you'd expect from a high-end Priorat red. The nose features mineral, grilled meat, raisin, berry, cherry and even a citrusy accent. The palate has a full, complete feel and warm flavors of black cherry, licorice and raisin. Very nice but one step short of excellence. Drink now through 2012.",Miserere,80,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Siurana 2006 Miserere Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-siurana-2006-miserere-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Costers del Siurana 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Great nutty aromas come from the glass and follow into the palate of this sweeter style of white Port. It is rich, packed with almonds and a tangy orange zest edge.",White Reserva,,86,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV White Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-white-reserva-port-blend-white-port/,White Port,,Ramos-Pinto 12.5,White,France,"Showing pure tropical fruits with a squeeze of lemon, this is a ripe, tasty wine, maybe a little short on acidity, but bringing out ripe lychee and mango flavors.",Les Bornés,,86,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Domaine Henry Pellé 2008 Les Bornés (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henry-pelle-2008-bornes-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Henry Pellé 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This offers fresh, red currant fruits, broadened with wood aging, with a tight edge of tannins and dryness. That said, it is showing early signs of maturity and is definitely ready to drink.",Farizoa,,86,Alentejano,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Farizoa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-farizoa-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Companhia das Quintas 13,Red,Portugal,"A richly fruity wine, packed with black plum juice and sustained on a firm bed of spicy wood. It is balanced, with attractive acidity and is certainly ready to drink.",Meia Encosta,7,86,Dão,,,Borges 2008 Meia Encosta Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2008-meia-encosta-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Borges 14.1,Red,US,"An ultra-dry, solid Merlot, filled with hard tannins and zingy acidity. Deep down under are some pretty good black cherry and cedar flavors. Your gamble is to cellar it, as it's just too tough to enjoy now.",,26,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,White Oak 14.1,White,US,"Shows the ripe pineapple fruit, acidity, minerality and above all sweet, smoky oak that mark a rich California Chardonnay. But there's something off. Hard to say exactly what, but it's in the taste. Like a smattering of mold or shriveled grapes that's off-putting.",À Côté,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2008 À Côté Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-a-cote-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,La Fenêtre ,Red,US,"This Rhone-style cuvée is a little thin—light, the fruit showing generic strawberry flavors, with a sprinkling of dried herbs.",Cuvée Parallel 46 Red,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 2006 Cuvée Parallel 46 Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-2006-cuvee-parallel-46-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Glen Fiona 13.5,Red,Australia,"A chipper little wine, with some layers to the berry fruit and a note of coffee that sparks the medium-weight palate. Well-balanced, with vivid flavors that fan out on the finish, leaving a raspberry aftertaste.",Koonunga Hill,12,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2008 Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2008-koonunga-hill-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Penfolds 14.6,Red,US,"A soft, dry and simple but pleasing wine. With the pale color and silky texture of a Pinot Noir, it shows flavors of cherries and Canadian bacon, with a scour of tannins.",,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Grenache (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-grenache-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Grenache,2007,Albeno Munari 14,Red,Portugal,"Named after the monastery of Farizoa in Alentejo, this is in a fresh, fruity style, packed with sweet damsons, some fresh acidity, but more in open, welcoming richness. For drinking over the next year.",Farizoa,14,85,Alentejano,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Farizoa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-farizoa-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 13,Red,Spain,"A mix of standard berry fruit and leafy, herbal qualities is the starting point. Next up is a tangy, acidic palate of red fruits, vanilla, acidity and ultimately some bitterness. Short and gritty on the finish. Tastes and smells like mass-market Bordeaux. A blend of 60% Tempranillo and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Rívola,15,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2007 Rívola Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2007-rivola-tempranillo-blend-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Abadia Retuerta ,White,US,"Very dry and crisp in acidity, with a mouthwatering tang that boosts and brightens the lemon, lime and white peach flavors. Easy to drink as a cocktail or with sandwiches, cold cuts, fried chicken.",Amare,24,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2008 Amare Pinot Grigio (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2008-amare-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Pietra Santa 12.5,White,US,"Dry, ultra-crisp and fruity, with citrusy flavors of lemons, limes and grapefruits that finish with a flowery taste. A clean, versatile white wine for cocktails.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,McManis 13.5,White,Australia,"Fashioned in a fresher, brighter style than most Pinot Grigios, this example has pretty citrus fruit and pear accents on the nose. There's not much concentration here, but the mouth offers an appealing nuttiness and winds down to a short-to-medium finish of stone fruit. Drink up.",Mad Russian,19,84,South Australia,Adelaide,,Nova Vita 2008 Mad Russian Pinot Grigio (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nova-vita-2008-mad-russian-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-adelaide/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Nova Vita 10,Red,Portugal,"They say red Vinho Verde is an acquired taste, and with its very tight tannins and acidity, this wine fits the billing. Think of it with sardines or fatty meats.",Tinto,5,83,Vinho Verde,,,Campelo 2009 Tinto Red (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campelo-2009-tinto-red-vinho-verde/,Portuguese Red,2009,Campelo 12.5,White,Argentina,"A little out there on a limb, with ultra-tropical aromas and limited flavors. It starts out fine in the mouth, and then come basic citrus, sweet pineapple and melon flavors. Tastes a lot like powdered sugar on the finish, but lasting acidity manages to cut through the candied sweetness.",,8,84,Other,Famatina Valley,,Santa Florentina 2009 Torrontés (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-florentina-2009-torrontes-famatina-valley/,Torrontés,2009,Santa Florentina ,Red,US,"Though the blend is interesting enough, with Counoise, Cinsault, Cabernet and Zinfandel in the mix, the wine is thin and grapey, with an unpleasant finish.",,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Glen Fiona 13,Red,Spain,"Cherry and mild sawdust aromas are brought down by sharpness that is almost vinegar-like. The palate has an acceptable mouthfeel along with sweet and sour flavors of plum and berry. Tart on the finish, and a bit stemmy and sharp throughout.",Viña Pilar Roble,16,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2008 Viña Pilar Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2008-vina-pilar-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Felix Callejo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Nothing special about this blend of Tempranillo and Shiraz. In fact, it's more austere and less pleasing than the brand's basic 2007 Temp-Shiraz blend. That said, this wine shows thin raspberry flavors and a tangy, almost sour back end. Probably best with food; not real good on its own.",Selección Especial,12,83,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2006 Selección Especial Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2006-seleccion-especial-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2006,Penascal 13.3,White,US,"Okay for everyday drinking, with crisp acidity and a clean, steely minerality undergirding the lime flavors. The drawback is a strong feline smell and taste that some will find offensive.",East Side Vineyards,12,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2009 East Side Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2009-east-side-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Pedroncelli 12,White,Australia,"Neutral in the extreme, this is an easy pick for a large crowd. It's light on its feet and quite crisp with an over-arching theme of nuts and just a faint hint of citrus. Drink up.",Billi Billi,15,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2008 Billi Billi Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2008-billi-billi-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Mount Langi Ghiran 13.5,White,Spain,"Pineapple aromas lead to a soft, smooth, but lifeless palate of slightly bitter melon and banana flavors. Pithy on the finish and short on pulse. Drink immediately or let it go by altogether.",Flor del Montgó,12,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Montgó 2009 Flor del Montgó Verdejo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgo-2009-flor-spanish-white-verdejo-mancha/,Verdejo,2009,Montgó 14.6,Red,US,"Some off-notes mar this Pinot Noir. It smells a little vegetal, and then turns soft and fruity in the mouth, with flavors of cherries and cocoa.",Bluffs,19,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pali 2008 Bluffs Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-bluffs-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali 13,White,Spain,"Flat and fleshy smelling, with little zap and only soft green fruit aromas. The palate maintains some tang and citrus, while flavors of lemon and tangerine are chunky, loud and lean toward bitter on the finish.",Bajoz Ovacion,11,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pagos del Rey 2008 Bajoz Ovacion Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-rey-2008-bajoz-ovacion-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Pagos del Rey 13,White,US,"A pleasant, nondescript wine. There's 10% Sauvignon Blanc in the blend, which gives it a little spicy lift, but the mainstay Chardonnay core seems generically lemony and falls away in the finish.",,8,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pine & Post 2007 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-2007-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2007,Pine & Post 14.1,Red,US,"Feels harshly acidic and somewhat green in the mouth, with minty, even vegetal flavors that, despite some cherry fruit, lack the richness you want from Pinot Noir. Oak layering doesn't help. From Testarossa.",Reserve,30,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Dahlia 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dahlia-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dahlia ,White,US,"Sharp, tart and thin, with biting green apple fruit flavors. From a high-acid year in Washington, this definitely shows it.",,14,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,San Juan Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,San Juan Vineyards 13.5,White,Argentina,"Generic to the max, with simple white fruit and lettuce aromas. The feel is wet and juicy but nothing more, with simple green fruit flavors of melon, apple and kiwi. Bland but decent if well chilled.",Trumpeter,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Trumpeter Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-trumpeter-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Rutini 12.5,Red,Spain,"Stemmy and leathery smelling, with heat, roasted fruit and cheesy aromas. The palate is full but soupy, with roasted, baked black fruit flavors. A bit of cinnamon and spice help out the finish, but by then the wine's very average fate has been sealed.",,9,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2008-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Rioja Vega 12.5,White,Portugal,"Get past the pharmacy aromas and this is a pleasant, if rather fat, wine. It has some pear juice flavors along with a final light acidity.",Cister da Ribeira Branco,10,83,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2009 Cister da Ribeira Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2009-cister-ribeira-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de Ventozelo 14.5,Red,US,"Tough and gnarly in its mouthfeel, with semi-sweet flavors of raspberry and cherry jam. It's a decent, everyday wine, but overpriced.",Julia's Cuvee,35,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Senders 2007 Julia's Cuvee Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senders-2007-julias-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Senders 14.8,Red,US,"Sharp in acids, with a knife-like cutting quality that slices right through and across the wine's natural cherry flavors. The tannins are bigtime, too. Doesn't seem at all likely to improve in the bottle.",,28,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Zucca 2006 Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zucca-2006-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2006,Zucca ,Red,US,"This falls prey to the overly sweet, residual sugar attempt to mask stemmy character. Tannins still a bit green and hard.",,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Eliseo Silva 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eliseo-silva-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Eliseo Silva 12,White,Australia,"The nose here is a bit innocuous, with just a bit of faint Brazil nut while earth and spice emerge in the mouth. There's a luxurious texture and a hint of sweetness, suggesting an apéritif setting.",,13,83,Australia Other,Australia,,Climbing 2008 Pinot Grigio (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/climbing-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Climbing 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Chunky, flat and stemmy on the nose, with herbal, generic fruit aromas. The palate is o.k. but sort of scratchy, while the flavors veer toward herbal, roasted cherry and berry. Herbal and sort of sweet and heavy on the finish. Pretty much what you'd expect for a $10 Cab.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bodega Norton 14.6,White,US,"If you like strong, New Zealand-style gooseberry notes, you'll love this Sauvignon Blanc. It's ultra-dry, potent in acidity and zesty clean. But it does tread dangerously close to feline spray, suggesting unripeness.",Randle Hill Vineyard,20,83,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2009 Randle Hill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2009-randle-hill-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bink 13,Rose,Portugal,An attractive strawberry-flavored wine with light sweetness and a caramel edge. Acidity keeps it lively in a fine apéritif style.,Lello,7,84,Douro,,,Borges 2008 Lello Rosé (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2008-lello-rose-rose-portuguese-douro/,Rosé,2008,Borges 13,Red,Spain,"Jammy smelling, with raisin and cough drop aromas. The palate maintains that jammy profile, while the flavors run creamy and short, with a lean toward strawberry and raspberry. A little grassy and green on the finish, with a final dose of candy.",Joven,12,84,Levante,Yecla,,Valle de Salinas 2008 Joven Red (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-salinas-2008-joven-red-yecla/,Red Blend,2008,Valle de Salinas 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out with gassy, earthy aromas that suggest heat and barnyard, while the palate is chunky and full, with stemmy black cherry, plum and berry flavors along with coffee and chocolate accents. Delivers power and length but not much in the way of character or complexity.",Auroch,12,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Tribal 2008 Auroch (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tribal-2008-auroch-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Tribal ,White,US,"A fruit-forward, high-toned Pinot Gris, with straightforward pear fruit flavors.",Barrel Select,13,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker Vineyards 2008 Barrel Select Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-vineyards-2008-barrel-select-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2008,Mount Baker Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"A good, everyday Syrah. It's tough and dry in tannins, with a sandpapery mouthfeel, but is rich enough in jammy blackberry and cherry flavor to satisfy.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Los Alisos 2007 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-alisos-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Los Alisos 14,Rose,Argentina,"A touch stemmy on the nose, but in the mouth it comes around. The flavors are in the plump, pithy zone (think orange rind and grapefruit peel), while the finish is zesty but also pithy. Registers as your typical full-styled Malbec rosé that is o.k. on its best day.",Finca La Linda,11,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2009 Finca La Linda Rosé (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2009-finca-linda-rose-lujan-cuyo/,Rosé,2009,Luigi Bosca 14,Red,US,"This is another soft, mature red wine from this Columbia Gorge winery, but without the weight or definition of the Merlot and the Cabernet. It's simple and light, and quickly thins out in the mouth.",Black Dot,19,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Domaine Pouillon NV Black Dot Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pouillon-nv-black-dot-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,,Domaine Pouillon 14.2,Red,US,"Rough in texture, with a briary, scoury mouthfeel that emphasizes the fruitiness, giving it a candied sweetness. The tannins seem unbalanced. Lacks Napa Valley elegance, especially at this price.",,48,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Envy 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit strange smelling for Rioja in that the nose deals a mix of candied berry aromas along with stemmy, herbal, compost notes. The palate is thick and chewy, while the flavor profile includes lightly baked, creamy berry and roasted accents. Stocky and fruity but with issues.",Cortijo III Tinto,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cortijo 2008 Cortijo III Tinto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortijo-2008-iii-tinto-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-rioja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Cortijo 13,White,Argentina,"Aromas of pithy citrus and pineapple are decent but unrefined, while flavors of tangerine and pineapple are tropical, zesty and what they are. This is nothing more than a fresh, simple, citrusy white to sip on the patio. Anything beyond that would be stretching it.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bodega Norton 14,Red,Spain,"Dark and chunky, but also salinic and clammy smelling, with black fruit aromas sitting in front of a palate of salinic, woody, baked fruit flavors. The tannic finish is hard and edgy, and there's some heat too. Has its high and low points.",Dos,15,84,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Murtia 2007 Dos Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-murtia-2007-dos-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2007,Bodegas Murtia 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Starts out with nice aromas of ripe black fruits and toasty oak, however it drops down in class in the mouth, where pointed, jabby acidity causes tang and sourness. There are good berry and plum flavors to offset the tartness, but it finishes narrow and snappy. Pretty good but needs better balance and structure.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Acordeón 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Acordeón 10.5,Rose,Portugal,"Crushed strawberry aromas, followed by flavors that are fresh, sweet and a palate that has the delicious prickle of a young wine. Screwcap.",Casal Garcia,8,84,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2009 Casal Garcia Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-casal-garcia-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2009,Aveleda 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts with jammy, dusty, simple aromas of raspberry and strawberry. The palate has both a juicy front edge but also a creamy middle that houses lactic-tasting pie cherry and strawberry flavors. Regular stuff for simple sipping, nothing more.",Lo Tengo,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Lo Tengo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-lo-tengo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Norton 15.6,Red,US,"A bit raw and rustic in texture, with a briary, green peppercorn mouthfeel that's scoury and tart in acids. Couple that with berry-cherry fruit, and you can a Zin that tastes sweet-and-sour. But it's very Zinny, and will wash down barbecue with ease.",,28,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bonneau 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Bonneau 13,White,Australia,"Admirably restrained, with cream, apple and toasted brioche on the nose, followed by a crisp, lemony palate. It's light in the mouth, with a short, one-note finish of custard apple. Drink now.",The Flying Winemaker,14,84,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cameron Hughes 2008 The Flying Winemaker Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-flying-winemaker-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2008,Cameron Hughes ,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity and jammy, with a taste of sour raspberry and cherry candy, although without sweetness. A good Pinot Noir that could pick up some bottle nuance with a few years.",Estate Reserve Principal's Choice,44,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Burrell School Vineyards 2007 Estate Reserve Principal's Choice Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burrell-school-2007-estate-reserve-principals-choice-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Burrell School Vineyards 11,White,Australia,"Not what you expect from an Australian Sauvignon Blanc, the Oxford landing is harvested quite early, resulting in aromas of grass, grapefruit and cat pee rather than tropical fruit. It's bone-crackingly crisp and light on its feet; a cost-effective choice for fans of Sauvignon Blanc.",,8,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2009-sauvignon-blanc-south/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Oxford Landing 13.9,Red,US,"Rustically structured, with a soft, scoury mouthfeel and rather sweet, jammy flavors of cherries, mocha and spices. Drink now.",Evangelho Vineyard,26,84,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Artezin 2008 Evangelho Vineyard Carignan (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2008-evangelho-vineyard-carignan-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Carignan,2008,Artezin 14.1,Rose,US,"Very dry, with crisp acidity, this blush wine is a bit too full-bodied for true elegance. Yet it has a certain polish, and the cherry, Mandarin orange and spice flavors are rich and savory.",Rosé of,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ampelos 2009 Rosé of Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2009-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Ampelos 13.9,Red,US,"A big, jammy, acidic, and slightly sweet wine for washing down barbecue. The blackberry, cherry and blueberry flavors taste like they were baked into a pie.",Diamond Collection Green Label,16,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2007 Diamond Collection Green Label Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2007-diamond-collection-green-label-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Francis Ford Coppola 12,White,France,"A tense, herbal wine, packed with green fruit, as crisp as a green apple skin and deliciously fresh.",Sauvignon,15,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Fournier Père et Fils 2008 Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2008-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fournier Père et Fils 14.2,Red,US,"An everyday, drinkable Merlot, although it's quite tannic and a little unbalanced in flavors. Shows jammy black cherries and cola over here, Port over there, and an astringent, shriveled berry taste throughout.",Destiny Vineyards Unforgettable,38,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2005 Destiny Vineyards Unforgettable Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2005-destiny-unforgettable-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2005,Hunt Cellars 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rubber and plum aromas are accented by cinnamon spice notes on this fuller-sized, somewhat sticky but basic Garnacha. Dark in color and slightly herbal in terms of flavors, with tart cherry and a slightly dilute feel to the finish. Basic but honest.",,9,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2008 Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2008-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Garnacha,2008,Legado Muñoz 13.5,Red,Spain,"Light berry aromas carry a citrusy edge, while the crisp palate is lean but clean, with dry, peppery plum and cherry flavors. There's not too much body or complexity here; it's juicy, a little metallic and highly regular. 60% Tempranillo and 40% Garnacha.",,10,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tempra Tantrum 2008 Tempranillo-Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempra-tantrum-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Tempra Tantrum 13.7,Red,US,"Hard, tough in tannins, and unrewarding. There's not enough cherry and currant fruit to break through the astringency and give you a reason to drink it.",Estate,60,84,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2007-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Reverie 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A reserve style of Port, with a fine perfumed character, with damson skins and stalky black berries. The style is soft, not noticeably sweet, with a definite dry center. It suffers from a bitter sweetness.",Noval Black,,84,Port,,,Quinta do Noval NV Noval Black (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-nv-black-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Noval 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, scoury in the mouth and astringent in tannins, this Cab isn't the most polished wine ever. But it's full-bodied and has some decent berry-cherry flavors.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villa San Juliette 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-san-juliette-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Villa San Juliette 14.7,Red,US,"Feels gritty and rough, with a disagreeable mouthfeel that seems to make the cherry-berry fruit taste sweeter and tarter than it really is. There's also lots of sweetly smoked oak. Could just be being difficult now, but doesn't seem likely to improve.",,35,84,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Senders 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senders-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Senders 14.1,White,US,"A simple, everyday Chardonnay, with ripe pineapple, apricot and tropical fruit and caramelized oak flavors.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Dahlia 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dahlia-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Dahlia 12.5,Red,Greece,"Fig, dried fruit, cinnamon and red currant on the nose start this alluring red from Crete. A light-style red with lots of spice, dried fruit and acidity on the palate. Pair with nuts, quince, cheeses, or dried meats and sausages.",Vin de Crete,11,84,Crete,,,Creta Olympias 2007 Vin de Crete Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/creta-olympias-2007-vin-crete-red-crete/,Red Blend,2007,Creta Olympias 13.8,Red,US,"Heavy and soft, lacking the structure a red wine wants. But there's no problem with the flavors, which are fine. They're rich in black and red cherries, licorice, anise and black pepper, and the finish is thoroughly dry.",Soprendere,26,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Zucca 2006 Soprendere Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zucca-2006-soprendere-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2006,Zucca 13,White,Australia,"Starts strong, with a lovely bouquet of bruised apple. The palate, however, doesn't quite measure up; the pretty apple theme continues but there's a wateriness and a simplicity that disappoints. Finishes fresh and bright.",Single Site,15,84,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2008 Single Site Pinot Grigio (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2008-single-site-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-langhorne-creek/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Zonte's Footstep 12.5,Rose,France,"As fresh as they come, with bright strawberry flavors touched by caramel and red currant acidity. For drinking this summer.",Rosé,13,84,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château Coudray Montpensier 2009 Rosé Cabernet Franc (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coudray-montpensier-2009-rose-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Château Coudray Montpensier ,Red,France,"83-85 Barrel sample. Juicy, over-extracted with flavors of beetroot. Difficult to discern any future.",Barrel sample,,84,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Clémence 2009 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clemence-2009-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Clémence 14.5,Red,US,"Sharp and gritty in the mouth, with cutting acidity. Despite nice cherry, spice and sandalwood flavors, the texture is too peppery tart.",,28,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roche 14.5,Red,US,"A bit thin and common, with diluted cherry and cedar flavors that finish dry and tart. Drink now.",,25,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Wine Spots 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-spots-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wine Spots 13.8,Red,US,"A common but drinkable Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky, with a rough mouthfeel framing cherry and herb flavors. From Testarossa.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Dahlia 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dahlia-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dahlia 12.5,Red,Spain,"Light to medium aromas of cherry and berry are fresh and snappy, while the palate has high acidity, light extract and crisp, almost lean flavors of cherry and red plum. A pointed but clean wine that will do well with simple foods like sliced ham or salami.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Manyana 2008 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manyana-2008-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,Manyana 14,Red,Argentina,"On one hand you'll find bacon, rubber and smoke aromas, but on the other there's stem and murky notes that bring it down. The palate has sharp acidity and flavors of roasted red berries and pepper. For a Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend, it seems lean, stemmy and wanting.",Gala 2,40,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2007 Gala 2 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2007-gala-2-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Luigi Bosca 12,Red,France,"A comparatively serious Villages, its tannins firmly in evidence. There is a touch of woodiness as well. Only gradually does the red fruit come through. The aftertaste has fruity and acidity, but still those tannins.",,11,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Louis Tête 2008 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-tete-2008-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2008,Louis Tête 11.5,Red,Greece,"Aromas of bramble fruits and strawberry are followed by red and black fruit and spice in this easygoing red. Bursts of strawberry and red fruit mingle with rich spice and a dry finish. Pair with game, pasta dishes.",Red Wine,11,84,Greece,,,Dionysos NV Red Wine Red (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dionysos-nv-red-wine/,Red Blend,,Dionysos 10,White,Portugal,"A fresh and light wine, this familiar Vinho Verde boasts simple citrus and pineapple flavors, bright and finally just off-dry. Great summer drinking.",Casal Garcia,8,84,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2009 Casal Garcia White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-casal-garcia-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Aveleda 15.3,Red,US,"Chunky and tannic in the mouth, with a sandpapery texture housing ripe flavors of blackberries, currants and raisins. The finish is totally dry, which is a good thing, but it's also a little hot in alcohol.",,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2006 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2006,Albeno Munari 12.9,Red,US,"Pretty brawny. It's a tough, chewy wine, with searing acidity and strong tannins. Even with polished cherry, red currant and cola flavors, this wine is rustic. Drink with barbecue and rich Italian fare to cut through the dryness.",,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artezin 2008 Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2008-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2008,Artezin 14,Red,Spain,"Big and bold stuff from southern Spain with burnt, hot aromas of roasted black fruits and stems. Better on the palate, where it brings plum and berry flavors but also some heat and saline. Slightly stemmy and roasted on the finish, much like the bouquet.",Taja,9,84,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Mähler-Besse 2007 Taja Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-mahler-besse-2007-taja-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2007,Bodegas Mähler-Besse 13,White,Argentina,"Simple and peachy, with a mix of sweet and citric flavors. Tastes candied and tropical, with banana coming onto the finish along with orange and pineapple. A lot of fruit and flavor; just not much sophistication. A quaffer, pure and simple.",Picada 15,11,84,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2009 Picada 15 White (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2009-picada-15-white-neuquen/,White Blend,2009,Bodega NQN 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little herbal and minty on the nose, but at this price one can't complain too mightily. The palate smacks down with bite and acidity, while the flavors run herbal and a little stemmy, with caramel as a backdrop. Roasted and herbal but not offensive, especially at $7 a bottle.",Tintico,7,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2008 Tintico Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2008-tintico-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2008,Castillo de Monjardin 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells a lot like fresh celery and/or asparagus, with vibrant green fruit aromas and lettuce thrown in for good measure. Juicy in the mouth, with apple, citrus and green veggie flavors. Turns more vegetal the longer it goes, but freshness and acidity keep it on a solid plane.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Carlos Basso 13.5,Red,US,"Call it the poor man's Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky, and offers enough cherry, licorice, cola and spice flavors to satisfy.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Gnarly Head 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gnarly Head 14.2,Red,US,"The acidity is pretty fierce, but the wine is dry, and offers easy flavors of cherries, raspberries, red currants and sandalwood. The blend is Merlot and Cabernet Franc.",Red Velvet,65,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2005 Red Velvet Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2005-red-velvet-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2005,Hunt Cellars 12.5,Red,Greece,"Red berries, smoke and spice give this sultry red a kick. Dry but soft in the mouth, it's approachable and full of leather, tobacco and pepper. Pair with lamb, smoked meats.",Velvet Passion,16,84,Greece,,,Michalakis 2006 Velvet Passion Red (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michalakis-2006-velvet-passion-red/,Red Blend,2006,Michalakis 13,Red,Spain,"Heavy, minty and smelling of shoe polish, barrel char and black licorice. The palate is chunky but overall it has pretty good structure. Meanwhile, the flavors of raspberry and plum carry a heavy oak influence. Spice and resin, additional reflections of the oak, dominate the finish.",Selección,17,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cueto 2008 Selección (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cueto-2008-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Cueto 14,Red,US,"It's a Cabernet-Merlot blend from this highland appellation, inland from Anderson Valley in Mendocino County. The big drawback is excessive acidity. It's harsh and cutting, and interferes with what seem like pleasant blackberry, cherry and currant flavors.",Melange,25,84,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2007 Melange Red (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2007-melange-red-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Red Blend,2007,Bink 14,Red,Argentina,"Like many of this winery's bottlings, this is heavy and raisiny. However, amid all the thickness and extract there are lusty, robust roasted black fruit flavors and candied darkness. Baked on the finish, which feels hollow and doesn't last long.",Libertad Vineyards,25,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2008 Libertad Vineyards Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2008-libertad-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2008,Benegas 13,White,Spain,"Basa has long been one of our go-to whites from Rueda, but this vintage seems to be on the slide. The nose is oily and short, while the fruit is turning toward bitter. It still has some vitality and green fruit character, but our advice is to wait for the 2009. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo.",Basa,15,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Telmo Rodríguez 2008 Basa White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2008-basa-white-rueda/,White Blend,2008,Telmo Rodríguez 14.3,Red,US,"Too overtly sweet. Some wines like this are super-fruity in cherries and raspberries but finish dry. This one doesn't, despite a scour of acidity. Feels unbalanced. Drink now.",Estate Bottled,38,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Silver Mountain 2007 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-mountain-2007-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Silver Mountain ,Red,US,"Dusty-scented cherry fruit, hints of barn and earth, and a blend that includes 11% Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose on this wine promises more than it delivers in the mouth, where it turns acidic and hard, with green tannins.",,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Jones of Washington 2006 Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2006,Jones of Washington 12.5,Red,Greece,"A rich nose of clove, tea, mint and cedar start this red from Greece. The palate offers clean bursts of cedar, spice and red currant. Fresh and light, the wine is a good house red.",,21,84,Santorini,,,Koutsoyiannopoulos 2006 Red (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koutsoyiannopoulos-2006-red-santorini/,Red Blend,2006,Koutsoyiannopoulos 14.4,Red,US,"Could almost be a Zinfandel, it's so jammy-fruity in raspberries, cherries, red currants and pepper, with firm tannins and a solid dose of acidity. It's also slightly sweet and one-dimensional.",,35,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2008 Tempranillo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2008-tempranillo-napa-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Madrigal 13,White,Spain,"Harder and more oily on the nose than desired, with white-fruit aromas that turn sharp. The palate has ample wetness and acidity, but the flavors are somewhat bitter, nutty and oily. It's also mildly bitter on the finish. Something's not quite right here, yet it doesn't seem flawed.",Zios de Lusco,19,84,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lusco 2008 Zios de Lusco Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lusco-2008-zios-de-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Lusco 13.8,Red,US,"Shows plenty of Petite Sirah character in the dry, hard tannins and flavors of blackberries and pepper, while oak barrel aging adds a richer touch. Could be crisper and more complex, but a sound wine for drinking with barbecue.",,25,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Artezin 2007 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2007-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Artezin 14.5,Red,Australia,"Black ash, cedar and crushed raspberries are the aromas here, while an underlying note of wet earth keeps things grounded. The palate has a sweet cherry cordial character while the short finish offers up a hit of mixed berry soup. Drink up.",,12,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Razor's Edge 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/razors-edge-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Razor's Edge 13.5,White,US,"A solid Chardonnay, although it finishes a bit sweet. Shows ripe flavors of pineapples, pears and oranges, with a flourish of smoky oak.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Mirassou 12.5,Red,France,"A somewhat austere, lean wine, with dry tannins and tobacco aromas. The berry fruits are full of spice and fresh currants, giving a wine that is stalky, firm and finishes dry.",Bagatelle,18,84,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Manoir de la Tête Rouge 2007 Bagatelle (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manoir-tete-rouge-2007-bagatelle-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Manoir de la Tête Rouge 14.1,White,US,"Something went south on this wine. It has a stubbornly vegetal or moldy note throughout, to the detriment of the fruit, which seems to be rich, and the oak, which certainly is. Tasted in a flight of its price peers, it was a big last place.",,34,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2007 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2007-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Robert Stemmler 15,Red,Australia,"It's berries, all berries in the 2008 Flying Piano Shiraz. The nose offers up raspberry and cherry pie while blackberry tones dominate the smooth palate. A nice chocolate note chimes in on the short finish.",Flying Piano Hand Select,11,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ozwell Vintners 2008 Flying Piano Hand Select Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ozwell-vintners-2008-flying-piano-hand-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2008,Ozwell Vintners 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Fairly brambly and a little sour on the bouquet, with prickly fruit aromas. The palate is just as sharp and angular, without much cushion to fall back on. Flavors of cherry and raspberry are slightly herbal and tart, while the finish is more of the same. Not as round and ripe as you'd expect for an $18 Malbec.",Henry Lagarde Reserve,18,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2008 Henry Lagarde Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2008-henry-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Lagarde 13.9,Red,US,"Soft in the mouth, rugged in tannins and a little sweet in jammy blackberries and cherries, this is a pretty good Cab for drinking now. A touch of smoky oak adds a nice level of richness.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Wild Horse 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wild Horse 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Monteviejo, one of the Clos de los Siete wineries, has entered the unofficial “fun Malbec” category with Festivo, which has a stemmy, slightly burnt character that is present from start to finish. Along the way there are leathery black fruit flavors, herbal qualities and a good mouthfeel. Decent wine but decidedly herbal and stemmy.",Festivo,18,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Monteviejo 2009 Festivo Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2009-festivo-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Monteviejo 14.8,Red,US,"Tough and earthy, with gritty tannins framing tobacco, black cherry and oak flavors. A good everyday Cab from this warmish appellation.",,36,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Jacella 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacella-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Jacella 14,Red,Spain,"A touch green smelling, with aromas of coffee grinds and earth. Tannic in the mouth, and then hollow in the middle, with green-leaning, leafy flavors of blackberry and cola. Roasted on the finish, with burnt coffee and chewy, bitter tannins.",Tinto Joven,13,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Abadía la Arroyada 2006 Tinto Joven (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-arroyada-2006-tinto-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Abadía la Arroyada 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Piercing leather, berry and foresty aromas lead to a zesty palate of medicinal cherry and raspberry flavors. The acidity here is high, and so there's some tartness and scour to the palate and finish. Tastes pretty good but rides rough and bumpy.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Andeluna 14.5,Red,US,"Rough in texture, with jagged tannins and a dry, rasping finish. This blend of the two Cabernets, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah is rustic, with fruity, berry jam, currant and cedar flavors.",Director's Cut Cinema,30,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Francis Ford Coppola 2007 Director's Cut Cinema Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2007-directors-cut-cinema-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Francis Ford Coppola 13.7,Red,US,"A simple, direct red blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon, soft and sweet in fruit. It shows candied flavors of blackberries and cherries.",Diamond Collection Black Label,20,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2007 Diamond Collection Black Label Claret (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2007-diamond-collection-black-label-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-other/,Claret,2007,Francis Ford Coppola 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sometimes price is not indicative of a wine's overall quality, and this appears to be a case in point. The nose is dry, cheesy and overly oaked, and the palate is downright screeching with acidity, so much so that there's a sour flavor and scour to both the palate and finish. Too much tartaric acid? You bet!",,60,84,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2007 Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2007-malbec-other/,Malbec,2007,Familia Schroeder 12,White,Australia,An opening scent of freshly cut grass is followed by some earthy low tones and an intense lemon note in the mouth. There's not a lot of concentration here but there's a bit of depth to the flavors and a pleasant chalkiness on the finish. Drink up.,Deen De Bortoli Vat 2,13,84,Australia Other,Australia,,De Bortoli 2009 Deen De Bortoli Vat 2 Sauvignon Blanc (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2009-deen-de-vat-2-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,De Bortoli 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rather barnyardy and gaseous at first, but air breathes more clarity into the nose. The palate is chunky, grabby and a little awkward, with herbal, medicinal black fruit and buttery flavors. Slight heat and burn hamper the finish.",Misterio de...,12,84,Central Spain,Uclés,,Bodegas Fontana 2007 Misterio de... Red (Uclés),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fontana-2007-misterio-tempranillo-blend-ucles/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Bodegas Fontana 10.5,Rose,France,Lovers of white Zinfandel might want to up their ambitions with this strawberry-flavored wine. What sets it apart from the average sweet rosé is the delicious crisp acidity and final freshness.,,,84,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Rosé d'Anjou,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2008,Barton & Guestier 10,Rose,Portugal,"Bright, crisp raspberry flavors on a bone-dry wine. It is fresh and vibrant, a light touch of caramel and powerful acidity.",,5,84,Vinho Verde,,,Campelo 2009 Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campelo-2009-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2009,Campelo 14,Red,Australia,"A classic Shiraz nose of plum pudding and rubber leads to a medium-weight palate that's got a bit of depth to it, with undertones of humus and fall leaves. Fresh black fruit pops up briefly on the short, crisp finish. Drink up.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2008 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2008,Bulletin Place 13.5,Red,Greece,"Black fruit and mocha on the nose are followed by mocha, berry and cedar on the palate with this lively red. A touch of truffle and tobacco add to the appeal. Pair with lamb or grilled beef for added flavor.",Techni Alipias Red,27,85,Drama,,,Texnh Oinoy 2007 Techni Alipias Red Red (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/texnh-oinoy-2007-techni-alipias-red-drama/,Red Blend,2007,Texnh Oinoy 14.5,Red,US,"Tough in tannins, with a gritty mouthfeel, although it's also soft and jammy sweet. A blend of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this rustic wine is a little hot in alcohol. Drink now.",Chorum,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villa San Juliette 2007 Chorum Syrah-Cabernet (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-san-juliette-2007-chorum-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Cabernet,2007,Villa San Juliette 13.5,Red,Spain,"Lightly stemmy and brambly, with lean red fruit aromas, a touch of saline and red licorice candy. The palate is lean and sort of scratchy, while the flavors are suggestive of red apple skins and red plum. Tight on the finish; similar is some ways to a simple Chianti.",Crianza,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2006-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Rioja Vega 12,White,Australia,"Fresh gooseberry, lemon and apple skin dominate the nose here, carrying over to the medium-weight palate. Although the acid seems a bit apart from the rest of the wine, this Barossa Riesling is pleasantly crisp, with nice spice and candied apple notes. Drink now to 2012.",,18,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2009 Riesling (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2009-riesling-barossa/,Riesling,2009,Schild Estate ,White,US,"Red Mountain is not especially known for its Gewürztraminer other than the late harvest wines from Kiona. Here it has been blended with 12% Marsanne, resulting in a spicy, off-dry (1.4 residual sugar), rather yeasty wine.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mount Baker Vineyards 2008 Gewürztraminer (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-vineyards-2008-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Mount Baker Vineyards 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy up front, with a heavy, mildly herbal set of berry aromas. The palate is juicy and fairly solid, with fresh red-berry flavors accented by a dose of creamy vanilla. Long on the finish for basic Merlot, with an herbal lasting impression.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,,,Ombu 2008 Merlot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ombu-2008-merlot-san-rafael/,Merlot,2008,Ombu 14,Red,Spain,"A little bit dark and crusty on the bouquet, with murky, earthy black cherry aromas that get clearer and cleaner with air. Briary plum and cherry flavors are solid if nothing else, and the finish is basically more of the same, with length. A competent wine, but that's where it ends.",,12,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2007 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2007-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2007,Finca Antigua 14,Red,Argentina,"Starts with roasted, heavy aromas of rubber, prune, shoe polish and toasted wood. The palate shows pretty good texture along with flavors of blackberry, herbs and prune. Solid but basic, with minimal complexity and depth.",Saurus Patagonia Select,19,85,Other,Neuquén,,Familia Schroeder 2008 Saurus Patagonia Select Merlot (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2008-saurus-patagonia-select-merlot-neuquen/,Merlot,2008,Familia Schroeder 14.5,Red,US,"Soft scents suggest berry pastry, and the color is already showing some early oxidation, confirmed by the rather mature flavor profile. This is ready to drink, with strawberry fruit, very soft tannins, and some sharp acidity at the very end.",,28,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Domaine Pouillon 2008 Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pouillon-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2008,Domaine Pouillon ,Red,France,"84-86 Barrel sample. An over juicy wine, the fruit so ripe, soft, with candy shop flavors.",Barrel sample,,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Mongravey 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mongravey-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Mongravey 14.1,White,US,"This is a clean, oaky and fairly simple Chardonnay. It satisfies the basic varietal requirements, with pineapple tart, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors. From Testarossa.",Reserve,30,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Dahlia 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dahlia-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Dahlia 14.4,Red,US,"Heavy, with blackberry and blueberry jam and pepper flavors wrapped into strong tannins. It's a dry, well-ripened wine, but needs greater liveliness and complexity, especially at this price.",Allegria Vineyards Axiom,33,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2007 Allegria Vineyards Axiom Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2007-allegria-axiom-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Acorn 13.5,Red,US,"Broad, sturdy and herbal, this everyday Merlot is a fine choice for simple grilled fare. It's actually a rather interesting blend, with a mix of Cabernet Franc, Lemberger, Syrah and Sangiovese adding to the Merlot base.",,10,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Avery Lane 2007 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avery-lane-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Avery Lane 14.5,Red,Australia,"A sweet attack of ripe fruit is the opener for a crisp palate of raspberry jam, set in a bed of soft tannins. Juicy and extracted, this is one to catch young.",,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angus The Bull 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angus-bull-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Angus The Bull 13.9,Red,US,"A good, rugged Petite Sirah, with the bigtime fruit and heavy tannins the variety is known for. Just bursts across the palate with blackberries, plums, cassis and peppery, leathery notes.",,15,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Brass Tacks 2008 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brass-tacks-2008-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2008,Brass Tacks 13,Red,Portugal,"Borges's simple red from the Douro emphasizes lightness and fruitiness. It is ready to drink with a fine, juicy character that brings out fresh blueberries and soft tannins, finished with acidity.",Lello Tinto,7,85,Douro,,,Borges 2008 Lello Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2008-lello-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Borges 13,White,France,"Made from organically grown grapes, this is a new wine from Barton & Guestier, a fresh, very herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc. It is bright with pear and green fruits to go with a big twist of lemon. Screwcap.",Originel,,85,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Originel Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-originel-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Barton & Guestier 13.5,White,Australia,"Clean and subtle with intriguing musk scents and a medium-weight palate with orange peel and lemon fruit. While the palate is a bit lazy, there's a hit of acidity on the finish to keep things fresh. Drink now.",,20,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Innocent Bystander 2008 Pinot Gris (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocent-bystander-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-yarra-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Innocent Bystander ,Red,US,"You would be hard-pressed to guess the varietal in a blind tasting—it's generic red, almost 15% alcohol, cherry fruit, astringent tannins, some black olive and licorice. Quite drinkable but nondescript.",Genesis,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2007 Genesis Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2007-genesis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Hogue 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Not sure why a Mendoza Malbec is named Havana Rose, but that's not really important when you taste this ripe, candied wine that shows reasonable balance and character. The palate offers bright, candied raspberry and sweet plum flavors, and the finish is warm and full. About all you can ask for in a $9 wine.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Havana Rose 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havana-rose-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Havana Rose 13,Red,Portugal,"Green herbs, bell peppers and an open texture give this wine a light feel. It is soft, layered with some dry tannins, finishing with fresh fruit.",Bridão,,85,Ribatejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2005 Bridão Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2005-bridao-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-ribatejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 14.1,Red,US,"Maybe this wine needs some age, but right now it's strong in sweet jammy raspberries and cherries, and the oak sticks out, like a caramelized, sweet vanilla coat. Yet it has good acidity and a fine, silky structure. If only it finished drier and firmer.",,36,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Woodside 2006 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodside-2006-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2006,Woodside 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Granular, raisiny and heavy on the nose, with jammy blackberry aromas. The palate then hits with a thud; it's chunky and low in acidity, which yields a thick flavor set of prune and coffee. Better once it breathes, but it's still a bit too sticky and syrupy for our liking.",Reserva,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Norton 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Fresh, with considerable acidity, this is as crisp as it gets. Apple and lemon juice dominate the flavors, with just a light touch of softness to calm the acidity.",Fita Azul Attitude Reserva Bruto,12,85,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Borges NV Fita Azul Attitude Reserva Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-fita-azul-attitude-reserva-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Borges 13.5,White,Argentina,"For Argentine PG it's attractive. The nose is clean but simple, while the palate is fresh and easy, with driving pineapple and lemon flavors being pushed along by good acidity. Juicy and wet on the finish, and overall it ranks as a nice, fruity wash.",Alta,9,85,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2009 Alta Pinot Grigio (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2009-alta-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-tulum-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Callia 13,Red,Spain,"Uncomplicated and dominated by red fruit aromas and flavors. This is your everyday type of red wine that could probably be made from just about any grape or blend of grapes. Here, Tempranillo and 15% Shiraz make for a dry, mildly oaky red with freshness and little else. Fine if you're not looking for anything special.",,10,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2007 Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2007-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2007,Penascal ,Red,US,"There is no lack of oak barrel scents and accents here—chocolate and toast, layered around light strawberry fruit.",Barrel Select,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker Vineyards 2007 Barrel Select Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-vineyards-2007-barrel-select-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2007,Mount Baker Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Too sharp in acidity, with an aggressive mouthfeel. Other than that, the cherry and sandalwood flavors are fine, and the wine is dry and silky. But that tartness is a turnoff.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Arissa Jane 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arissa-jane-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Arissa Jane 12.5,Rose,South Africa,"Raspberry and cherry aromas are followed by juicy raspberries and cherries and a spin of spice. The mouthfeel is crisp but the texture lush and velvety. Overall not terribly complex, but a fun summer wine with an extravagant edge.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Graham Beck 2008 Rosé (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2008-rose-western-cape/,Rosé,2008,Graham Beck 13.8,White,US,"Clean and zesty, with high acidity framing jammy, almost sweet flavors of pineapples, pears, gooseberry and mint jelly. Oak plays little or no role in this tart, fruity wine.",,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Madrigal 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Deep purple in color and rich on the nose, with bacon, roasted berry, rubber, spice and heft. The palate is thick and round, with smooth edges and flavors of bacon grease and roasted black fruits. Sweet and spicy late, with a lasting flavor of savory barbecue. Hard to peg as Cabernet Sauvignon but not a bad wine if you like yours lusty and rich.",1919,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lopez Noceti 2008 1919 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lopez-noceti-2008-1919-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lopez Noceti 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dusty, lightly oaked berry aromas are entirely regular, while the berry driven palate is dry, drawing and oaky, with pretty good body but stand-out acidity as well. Tastes a bit woody and peppery late. A highly generic wine that makes you wonder why it costs $30.",Tríptico,30,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2006 Tríptico Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2006-triptico-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2006,Storks' Tower 12.5,Rose,South Africa,"Berry, red cherry and pepper start this lively rose from South Africa. Easydrinking and buoyant with a touch of Pinotage spice, the wine will pair well with heartier fish and meat dishes.",,10,85,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2009 Pinotage (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2009-pinotage-robertson/,Pinotage,2009,Rooiberg 13.9,Red,Spain,"A pretty good Tempranillo-Garnacha blend with simple but fresh berry and plum aromas. The palate has snap but no overt acidic bite, while flavors of cherry and berry are slightly herbal and end with a mild buttery accent. A touch flimsy but keeps it together.",Old Vine,13,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Red Guitar 2008 Old Vine Tempranillo-Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-guitar-2008-old-vine-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-navarra/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Red Guitar 12.5,Red,France,"Soft and juicy, but with a layer of minerality. High acidity marks the red fruits and the open tannins of this bright wine.",Château de Bagnols,17,85,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Château de Bagnols (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-chateau-bagnols-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 15.1,Red,US,"Starts off with a funky, sweaty aroma that's slightly troubling, but not overpowering. Quickly turns dry and rich in the mouth, with classic Napa tannins framing complex flavors of blackberries and black currants. The score reflects both the wine's positive and negative features.",The Shizzle Reserve,75,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Townley 2007 The Shizzle Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townley-2007-shizzle-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Townley 13,White,Italy,Castello Banfi's Tuscan expression of Sauvignon Blanc delivers the aromas you expect from this semi-aromatic variety backed by the creamy consistency you normally associate with sunny climates. There is slight softness in the mouth follow by crisp floral and fruit aromas.,Serena,,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2008 Serena Sauvignon Blanc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2008-serena-sauvignon-blanc-toscana/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Castello Banfi ,Rose,Portugal,"Bright pink in color, a caramel flavor resting on taut strawberries and a fresh berry character. There is a touch of apple to go with the light, bright style. Drink this year.",,,85,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2009 Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2009-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2009,Casa do Valle 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A herbal wine, very aromatic, with flavors that go towards bell peppers and young berry fruit. It has a firmly dry tannic center, finishing with very fresh acidity.",Passa,,85,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2007 Passa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2007-passa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Passadouro 13,White,Argentina,"Floral and tropical aromas are a direct reflection of the 75% Torrontés in the blend. There's also lychee, another Torrontés byproduct. Otherwise, it's lean and tangy, with tangerine, lychee and green melon flavors. The more it opens the more it smells like a kitchen cleanser. But the forwardness and snap are admirable. Contains 15% Viognier and 10% Chardonnay.",Amado Sur,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2009 Amado Sur White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2009-amado-sur-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2009,Trivento ,Red,US,"Quite extracted and dark, which makes for some bitter tannins that are somewhat buried in lots of new oak chocolate flavor. This is an over-the-top style, though the grapes don't seem to have the ripeness to match the oak and extraction.",Jane,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Faces 2006 Jane Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-faces-2006-jane-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2006,Walla Faces 14,White,Australia,"Expressive, with exotic tones of guanabana and mango that give way to a buttery palate accented by fresh lemon. The finish isn't long but there's an interesting sweet note at the end, along with a final citrus twang. Drink now.",Promised Land Unwooded,13,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2008 Promised Land Unwooded Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2008-promised-land-unwooded-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2008,Wakefield 14.1,Red,Argentina,"This new casual wine from Valentin Bianchi is solid with full berry aromas. The palate is round and a little soft and plump, with prune, fig and blackberry flavors. Sweet and easy throughout, with a mild finish. Nothing out of the ordinary.",Sensual,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Sensual Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-sensual-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Valentín Bianchi 12.5,Red,France,"For a Beaujolais-Villages, there are surprisingly firm tannins here, but the vibrant fruit seems equal to them. There is freshness, with a bright cherry aftertaste.",Domaine de l'Aubépin,14,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Domaine de l'Aubépin (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-domaine-laubepin-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 13,Red,Greece,"Soft currant, clove, cherry and cedar on the nose are followed by smooth, integrated flavors of pepper, tobacco and berries on the palate. Easydrinking but elegant, the wine will pair well with roasted lamb, cheeses.",Mirambelo,30,85,Peza,,,Mediterra 2005 Mirambelo Red (Peza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mediterra-2005-mirambelo-red-peza/,Red Blend,2005,Mediterra ,White,US,"Simple and fruity, this is a pleasant, easy-drinking table wine. The Barrel Select designation does not mean oaky.",Barrel Select,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker Vineyards 2008 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-vineyards-2008-barrel-select-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,Mount Baker Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells sort of gummy and candied, with aromas of red licorice stick, raisin and raspberry jam. The palate is sizable but comes with racy acidity, thus the flavors veer toward red fruits with an herbal accent. Burns a little on the finish due to sharp acids.",Cantos de Valpiedra,20,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Valpiedra 2006 Cantos de Valpiedra (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-valpiedra-2006-cantos-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Finca Valpiedra ,Red,France,"A hard-edged wine showing a tough, mineral character, one that promises some aging. The wine is big and powered by tannins as much as fruit, although there is an unfortunate banana flavors that creeps in.",Séléction,,85,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Séléction (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-selection-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 14.1,Red,US,"A bit tough and sharp, but not a bad Cabernet. It has deep flavors of blackberries, currants, cola, anise and cedar, and is bone dry. You can bet there's some declassified high-end wine in this blend.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Carr 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-carr-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Joseph Carr ,White,US,"Estate-grown, tart and tasting of citrus and green apple fruits. Despite the high acidity and generous (13.2%) alcohol, there is an impression of some sweetness. A simple, pleasant wine that will show best with spicy Pan-Asian cooking.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Jones of Washington 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Jones of Washington 14,White,Australia,"Hazyblur has coaxed some expressive fruit out of the often recalcitrant Pinot Gris grape. There's lemon and pear here, set against a backdrop of almond and spice. Soft and light, this is one to serve poolside.",,19,85,South Australia,Kangaroo Island,,Hazyblur 2008 Pinot Gris (Kangaroo Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazyblur-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kangaroo-island/,Pinot Gris,2008,Hazyblur ,Red,Spain,"Punchy berry aromas are floral and jumpy, and the palate is more sheering and tart than expected, but still fresh and clean. Zesty black cherry flavors are softened by buttery oak, and the finish is racy. Could use more flavor and depth along with less acidic bite.",Hito,20,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Cepa 21 2008 Hito (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cepa-21-2008-hito-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2008,Cepa 21 14.1,Red,US,"With briary, brambly flavors of wild cherries, blueberries and peppery spices, this is a rugged wine. Its tannins are a bit harsh. Could age, but right now, it's not showing much sophistication.",Fort Ross Vineyard,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2006 Fort Ross Vineyard Pinotage (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2006-vineyard-pinotage-sonoma-coast/,Pinotage,2006,Fort Ross Winery 14.8,Red,US,"Soft and fruity, this Zin is so filled with raspberries, cherries, carob and oak, it's almost sweet. It's a one-dimensional but lusty wine that's easy to drink with grilled meats and poultry.",,36,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fontanella 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanella-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Fontanella 14.1,Rose,US,"An orange-colored wine that tastes like one of those breakfast fruit juices made from a blend of oranges, raspberries and pineapples. It's a good, zesty taste, if not particularly complicated.",Victories,20,85,California,California Other,California,Fleming Jenkins 2009 Victories Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2009-victories-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Fleming Jenkins 14,Red,Argentina,"Big, roasted and full, with slightly earthy, burnt aromas to go with standard berry fruit. The palate is solid in feel, with herbal berry and tea flavors along with zesty acidity. Finishes toasty and a little herbal, with any leftover fruit heading quickly to the shadows.",Los Cardos,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2009 Los Cardos Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-los-cardos-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Doña Paula 14.1,Red,US,"Pleasant flavors of cherries, raspberries and licorice, and a spicy finish. Feels too sharp in the mouth, though, with a cut of green acidity. But for the price, it's a pretty good Pinot.",Lot 165,15,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Cameron Hughes 2008 Lot 165 Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-lot-165-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cameron Hughes 15.4,Red,US,"Too sharply acidic and jammy in cherries and raspberries, with a hard scour of tannins. It's tasty, but unsophisticated, even for Petite Sirah. Could surprise with lots of time in the cellar, but will never outgrow its rustic personality.",Fig Tree Vineyard,24,85,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ballentine 2008 Fig Tree Vineyard Petite Sirah (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2008-fig-tree-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-st-helena/,Petite Sirah,2008,Ballentine 10,White,Portugal,"A light, bright and crisp wine, packed with fresh apple juice and really vivid acidity. The fresh prickle on the tongue from this young wine is delicious.",Adamado,,85,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2009 Adamado White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2009-adamado-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 13,White,Argentina,"Big, fragrant, lightly oily and tropical, with zingy, lively acidity pushing lemon and green melon flavors. The finish is round, a little pithy and solid, and overall this strikes us being the quintessential quaffing white for the summer and early fall.",Lo Tengo,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Lo Tengo Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-lo-tengo-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Bodega Norton 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"A soft style, with some sweetness, but plenty of freshness to give a great lift. The sweet apple flavors are edged with acidity, but the whole wine has a good feeling of warmth.",Fita Azul Celebration Reserva Secco,12,85,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Borges NV Fita Azul Celebration Reserva Secco Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-fita-azul-celebration-reserva-secco-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Borges 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Foamy and creamy in the mouth, this definitely moves into sweet melon, sweet cookies, yeast, but with enough acidity. It would work well with fresh fruits.",Fita Azul Celebration Reserva Meio Secco,12,85,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Borges NV Fita Azul Celebration Reserva Meio Secco Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-fita-azul-celebration-reserva-meio-secco-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Borges 13,Red,Spain,"A better wine than the label's varietal Garnacha, so it seems as though the Tempranillo brings character and elevation. Wild berry and cherry aromas mix in citrus and spice, while the palate is fruity, with pepper and soft spice flavors. Turns a touch tart and toward cranberry the longer it's open.",Rojo Granrojo,9,85,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2008 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo-Garnacha (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2008-rojo-granrojo-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Bodegas Navarro López 14,Red,Spain,"Super dense and hard as a rock, with bacon and black fruit aromas that lead straight to a saturated, chewy, tannic palate that pounds away as it delivers blackberry, coffee, licorice and other huge flavors. As big, baked and heavy as they come, with gargantuan tannins. Includes 15% Syrah in addition to Monastrell.",Cármine,30,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Murtia 2008 Cármine Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-murtia-2008-carmine-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Bodegas Murtia 14.5,Red,Australia,"Although it starts out with woodsy scents, this blend turns sweet in the mouth, with jam tones gliding over a base of fruit liqueur. Velvety tannins firm up a bit on the finish, making this a good partner for barbecued pork. Drink up.",The Scribbler,18,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2008 The Scribbler Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-scribbler-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2008,Yalumba ,Red,US,"Much of a piece with its companion releases, this is done in a lighter style, with plum and berry fruit, dried herbs and a short, simple finish.",Puncheon Select,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 2006 Puncheon Select Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-2006-puncheon-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2006,Glen Fiona 14.6,White,US,"Lots of oak on this wine, which shows rich vanilla custard, buttered toast and caramel flavors. However, the underlying fruit isn't able to support it. There's some pineapple and nectarine, but the wine ultimately collapses under all the wood.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Guarachi Family 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-mountain/,Chardonnay,2008,Guarachi Family ,Red,France,"Light, freshly red cherry-dominated wine. The light tannins are a background to the acidity and the fresh fruit. Easy style of Beaujolais.",Flower Label,,85,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Flower Label (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-flower-label-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 13.3,Red,US,"Way too tannic to drink now, a hard, drily astringent young wine that makes your mouth feel like sandpaper. So will it age? There are some deep, good berry-cherry flavors, but the tannins are so fierce, they'll probably outlast the fruit.",Santa Cruz Mountains Estate,40,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2007 Santa Cruz Mountains Estate Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2007-santa-cruz-mountains-estate-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Ridge 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A balanced Malbec with red fruit aromas and just a touch of aged cheese on the nose. The palate is creamy and slightly candied, with layered black fruit, fig and chocolate flavors. Creamy and candied but lively on the finish, with enough integrity and structure to rank as a Best Buy.",,10,85,Other,Famatina Valley,,Condor's Summit 2009 Malbec (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condors-summit-2009-malbec-famatina-valley/,Malbec,2009,Condor's Summit ,Red,US,"High-toned, fruity with very ripe, compote flavors. Consistent with other Tagaris reds, it has very ripe fruit, no new oak, some volatility in the nose, and a suggestion of sweetness almost bordering on a late harvest style.",Alice Vineyards,34,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Tagaris 2007 Alice Vineyards Mourvèdre (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2007-alice-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Mourvèdre,2007,Tagaris ,Red,US,"Whole berry fermentation and aging in neutral oak yield an aromatic, high-toned, fruity wine with a woody character—not new oak, but rather the flavor of neutral wood and gentle oxidation. The color of a Pinot Noir, it's drinking at its best now, with a mix of strawberry pastry and sour cherry candy.",Alice Vineyards,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Tagaris 2007 Alice Vineyards Counoise (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2007-alice-other-red-counoise-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Counoise,2007,Tagaris 14,Red,Argentina,"Round, dark and slightly baked on the nose, with quasi-syrupy and creamy berry flavors that have plenty of the label's “oak cask” character. The finish is endowed with mocha and toast, and overall it's your textbook, good, regular Malbec from Argentina.",Oak Cask,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Trapiche 14.7,Red,US,"Heavy and full-bodied, a dense, soft Pinot Noir that seems too ripe for comfort. The cherry and currant flavors veer into raisins. The vineyard is from the warmest part of Russian River Valley, almost into Dry Creek Valley.",Bacigalupi Vineyards,42,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,John Tyler 2006 Bacigalupi Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-tyler-2006-bacigalupi-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,John Tyler 13.5,White,Argentina,"An unusual blend of Riesling, Albariño and Sauvignon Blanc that is largely neutral on the nose and then waxy, honeyed and pithy in the mouth. Along the way there's an appealing dry, melony, petrol character and some good old-fashioned tang. A breed unto itself.",Tiara,30,85,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2008 Tiara White (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2008-tiara-white-lujan-cuyo/,White Blend,2008,Viña Alicia ,White,US,"Soft and fruity, a mix of apples and peaches, with a hint of toasted cracker. A simple, light Sauv Blanc that is smooth and easy-drinking.",Savvy!,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2008 Savvy! Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2008-savvy-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Vin du Lac ,White,US,"This could be Chardonnay, or any light white wine. Fruit flavors are apple and pear; there's lots of acidity. A simple, pleasant, everyday style.",LEHM,20,85,Washington,Washington Other,Chelan County,Vin du Lac 2008 LEHM Pinot Gris (Chelan County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2008-lehm-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-chelan-county/,Pinot Gris,2008,Vin du Lac 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a lusty, exuberantly fruity young wine, with jammy berry-cherry and spice flavors. Mainly Zinfandel, with some Petite Sirah, Carignane and Mataro, it's a rustic sipper meant to wash down meats and cheeses.",Three Valleys,22,85,California,California Other,California,Ridge 2008 Three Valleys Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-three-valleys-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Ridge ,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and forward in the house style, it is drinking at its peak, with pie cherry flavors filling the glass.",Boar Doe Red Wine,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tagaris 2006 Boar Doe Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2006-boar-doe-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Tagaris 13,Red,Portugal,"Based on a core of dry tannins, this is a wine with some tough, stalky fruit along with black currant skin texture. It is firm, definitely for food, with those tannins that edge on bitter.",Cister da Ribeira Tinto,10,85,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2007 Cister da Ribeira Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2007-cister-ribeira-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta de Ventozelo 12.5,Red,France,"A soft, earthy wine, with light strawberry jelly Pinot Noir flavors and a gentle series of tannins. The edge on this wine comes from the fresh acidity that brings out the lightweight final texture.",,,85,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2007 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2007-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roger et Didier Raimbault 12.5,Rose,South Africa,"Full-bodied and intense for a rosé wine, the Lekkerwijn offers complexity in a dry, concentrated delivery. Savory and spicy with an herbal spin, the wine finishes long. Pair with spicy food, duck, game fish.",Solms Wijn de Caab Lekkerwijn,23,85,Western Cape,,,Solms-Delta 2007 Solms Wijn de Caab Lekkerwijn Rosé (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solms-delta-2007-wijn-caab-lekkerwijn-rose-western-cape/,Rosé,2007,Solms-Delta 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with peppery, earthy black cherry and berry aromas, yet the palate is clacky and narrow, with high acidity and dry, limited flavors of blackberry and black cherry. Narrow as well on the finish. Middle-of-the road and respectable but hardly a head-turner.",Senda del Oro,18,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vizcarra 2008 Senda del Oro (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vizcarra-2008-senda-oro-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Vizcarra 15,Red,Spain,"This is the prototype for an over-the-top, roasted, charred Tempranillo. The nose smells directly of burnt coffee, charcoal and grilled beef. It's super-chunky on the tongue, with dominating roasted black fruit flavors. It has its merits but is still too blackened for our liking.",,20,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Tritón 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triton-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2008,Tritón 14,Red,Argentina,"A little stewy on the nose, with vanilla, liqueur and roasted berry aromas. The palate is young and vibrant, arguably teetering on sharp, with piercing cherry flavors and lots of oak. Flavorful but rough, with burnt brown sugar on the finish.",Henry Lagarde Reserve,18,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2008 Henry Lagarde Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2008-henry-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lagarde 12.5,White,France,"Strong currant aromas, soft in texture with hints of caramel and toast as well as a more steely texture. The wine is fresh, light, deliciously ready to drink. Screwcap.",La Montarlet,20,85,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2008 La Montarlet (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2008-montarlet-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Joseph Mellot 13,Red,Spain,"Concentrated, willing aromas of black cherry and sweet plum are nice and friendly, while the palate is lively, juicy and a little tart for Garnacha, with an emphasis on red raspberry. The wine dries out a bit on the finish, leaving vanilla and spice. Good enough for a basic Aragonese red.",Corona d'Aragón,13,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 2006 Corona d'Aragón Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandes-vinos-vinedos-2006-corona-daragon-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2006,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 14.5,Red,US,"This Cab has some nice things going on in its velvety mouthfeel, but it's rather jammy-fruity and chocolatey, like a Starbucks coffee-based drink with a squirt of raspberry syrup. Doesn't seem to be ageworthy, so drink up.",,50,85,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Fontanella 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanella-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fontanella 15.7,Red,US,"A very fruity, extracted Zin, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors that finish with a bite of acidity. Clean and easy to drink, it's a nice sipper with summer barbecue.",Bedrock,28,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Enkidu 2008 Bedrock Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enkidu-2008-bedrock-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Enkidu 12.5,Red,France,"Light in color and texture, this is a wine that reflects the lightweight red wine vintage. But it is balanced, with good spice and enough sweet fruit to fit with the acidity. Drink now.",Baronnie Madeleine,21,85,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2007 Baronnie Madeleine (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2007-baronnie-madeleine-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Couly-Dutheil 13,White,France,"A single glass serving in a glass tube, this is a soft wine, with a warm feel to it, offering some yeasty character as well as ripe quince and pear flavors.",,,85,Loire Valley,Quincy,,Domaine Lecomte 2008 Quincy,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lecomte-2008-sauvignon-blanc-quincy/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine Lecomte 13,Red,Greece,"A rich nose of cloves, exotic spice and tobacco give this red a distinctive edge. The palate offers pronounced allspice and tobacco, touched by sweet oak, tea and red fruit. A good everyday wine with an exotic touch.",,25,85,Rapsani,,,Chrisohoou 2008 Red (Rapsani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chrisohoou-2008-red-rapsani/,Red Blend,2008,Chrisohoou 12.5,White,Portugal,"Bright citrus crispness on this young, lively wine. It has a creamy texture, pierced with fresh acidity, with extra weight from some peach juice flavors.",Pancas,10,85,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2009 Pancas White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2009-pancas-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2009,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,White,US,"A pretty good, everyday Chardonnay that gives consumers the buttered toast and vanilla notes that come from oak, on top of a friendly, pineapple-flavored Chardonnay. A little one-dimensional, but will satisfy lots of wine drinkers.",Sonoma Reserve,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Clos du Bois 2008 Sonoma Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2008-sonoma-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Clos du Bois 10,White,Portugal,"Just off dry, this is a bright and crisp wine that bounces round the palate. It is summer apéritif time with this vivid, pink grapefruit-flavored wine.",Fonte,8,85,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2009 Fonte White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-fonte-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Aveleda 12.5,Red,Spain,"Standard black-cherry aromas carry a candied, vanilla-like twinge, while the feel is juicy and snappy. Flavors of sweet berries and cherry are just fine, and they come with a nod of spice and bitterness. Punchy and fresh overall, with good ripeness and balance.",,8,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Castillo de Monséran 2008 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monseran-2008-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,Castillo de Monséran 14,Red,Portugal,"Smooth and rounded wine, with dense dried fruits and plum flavors, this is an immediately attractive wine. It shows some sign of maturity, hints of meatiness and a smoky character. Drink over the next two years.",Bridão,,86,Ribatejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2005 Bridão Merlot (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2005-bridao-merlot-ribatejo/,Merlot,2005,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 14.1,Red,US,"Too heavy for a Pinot Noir, and lacking in lively mouthfeel, although the cherry and red currant flavors are distinguished. Your best bet is to cellar it and see what happens.",,29,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas Fogarty 14.8,Red,US,"You'll find a rich vein of cherries, red currants and cedar, leading to a dry, spicy finish, but the velvety smoothness you want in a fine Merlot is what it lacks.",Mt. George,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2006 Mt. George Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2006-mt-george-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Silverado ,White,US,"The Grisant Pinot Gris is more full and fleshy than the winery's LEHM bottling, but still a bit one dimensional. Pleasant flavors of pear fruit, skin phenolics and light suggestions of cinnamon.",Grisant!,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2008 Grisant! Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2008-grisant-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Vin du Lac 13.5,Red,Italy,"Poggio Salvi delivers an easygoing Rosso di Montalcino with aromas of ripe raspberry, cherry and accents of exotic spice and black pepper. The wine is crisp and compact with a bright berry finale. Pair this Rosso with pot roast or meatloaf.",,22,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Villa Poggio Salvi 14.9,Red,US,"This is a direct, drink-me-now fruity Zinfandel with the flavors of a raspberry-cherry granola bar. There's a sweet, roasted almond and brown sugar edge, with lots of black pepper. Drink now.",East Bench,26,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 2008 East Bench Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-east-bench-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Ridge 14.6,Red,US,"Here's a softly gentle, fruity Zinfandel. It's forward and one-dimensional in raspberry, cherry and red currant flavors, accented with black pepper and anise, and the finish is sweet, like a granola bar.",Benito Dusi Ranch,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ridge 2008 Benito Dusi Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-benito-dusi-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Ridge 12.5,White,South Africa,"The fresh, likeable Sebeka SB starts with lively lemon, gooseberry and tropical aromas, followed by rounded flavors of fresh citrus, tropical fruit and fig. An easygoing white that pairs well with spicy cuisine, seafood.",,8,86,Western Cape,,,Sebeka 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebeka-2008-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Sebeka 14.1,Red,US,"A rather simple, direct Cabernet, with black currant and cedar flavors. It has admirable dryness and crispness, but the overall texture is tannicly hard. Give it a decant and drink now with steak.",,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,White Oak 13.5,White,Argentina,"Familiar aromas of lemon blossom and air freshener get it going, and all together it smells a lot like a bathroom cleanser. Later on it shifts to lean, lemony, citrus fruits, with lime sticking out. Good and racy in the mouth, with another squeeze of lime juice on the finish. Good for Torrontés but with limits.",Broquel,15,86,Other,Cafayate,,Trapiche 2008 Broquel Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-broquel-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2008,Trapiche 13,Red,US,"Grapey and fruit-powered, this easy-drinking Cabernet drinks like a fresh Zinfandel. Strawberry fruit is at the core, with light details of leaf and mineral. A good picnic wine.",,8,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pine & Post 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pine & Post 12.5,White,Australia,"A bit disappointing this year, the Bin 51 shows good cream and lemon complexity on the nose but there's also an earthy undertone that distracts. Nonetheless, the concentration is evident and a pleasant pear note adds interest to the crisp finish. Drink now.",Bin 51,20,86,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Penfolds 2009 Bin 51 Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2009-bin-51-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2009,Penfolds 14,Red,Spain,"Full, roasted and earthy on the nose, with only some coconut and berry aromas to sweeten things up. Tight, level and structured in the mouth, with roasted raspberry and plum along with oaky, buttery, smoky accents that confirm the wine's “roble” designation. Good but with some excess oak to process.",,18,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Peña Roble 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pena-roble-2008-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Peña Roble 12.5,Red,Greece,"Oak, pepper, cinnamon and clove aromas give this red a masculine, exotic edge. On the palate, cherry, tea and cinnamon flavors are likeable and easy to drink. A fun red for everyday enjoyment.",Kotsifali & Mandilaria,23,86,Crete,,,Mediterra 2007 Kotsifali & Mandilaria Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mediterra-2007-kotsifali-mandilaria-red-crete/,Red Blend,2007,Mediterra 14,Red,Spain,"Rusty in color, with initial aromas of smoke, dried leaves, herbs, tobacco and subtle berry. That all indicates that it's not overdone, and thus the tobacco, earth and dried fruit flavors are par for the course. Dry and leafy on the finish, which indicates that now is the time to get at it.",Real de Aragón Centenaria,18,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Pagos Familia Langa 2006 Real de Aragón Centenaria Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-familia-langa-2006-real-aragon-centenaria-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2006,Pagos Familia Langa 12.9,White,US,"A very nice, super-drinkable Pinot Grigio marked by citrus and wildflower flavors that are heightened with brisk acidity. Could finish a tad drier, but a lovely cocktail sipper at a good price.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Mirassou 12.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with punchbowl aromas of berry fruit, flowery scents and candy. The palate has a good freshness to it along with snap and flavors of cherry, plum and berry. Nothing complicated here; just a juicy, fresh wine that's likable and not overpriced.",Monte Castrillo,14,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2008 Monte Castrillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2008-monte-castrillo-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Finca Torremilanos 12,White,France,"La Grenouille, the frog, is a soft, creamy wine, but with a great waft of acidity, like biting into a green apple. The citrus element is there, but it's that apple flavor and texture that dominates.",La Grenouille Sur Lie,15,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine de la Grenaudière 2009 La Grenouille Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grenaudiere-2009-grenouille-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Domaine de la Grenaudière 15.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a potentially fine wine, spoilt by high alcohol. The structure is dense and with enough acidity and solid tannins. The alcohol is the problem, derived from fruit that tastes overripe.",Signature,,86,Douro,,,Douro Family Estates 2007 Signature Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douro-family-estates-2007-signature-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Douro Family Estates 12.5,White,Spain,"Aromas of cactus pad, green apple and jalapeño are true Verdejo, while the palate brings citrusy, melony fruit as well as chalky, minerally dryness. Tastes a bit like white grape skins, with tangerine and lemon on the finish.",,14,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Cuatro Rayas 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuatro-rayas-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Cuatro Rayas 14,White,US,"A bone-dry, slightly green Sauvignon Blanc, with lemongrass and gooseberry flavors, boosted with vibrant acidity. Feels elegant and sleek, but won't appeal to everyone. The grapes for this unoaked wine came from Sonoma and Lake counties.",Tradition,30,86,California,California Other,California,Captûre 2009 Tradition Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2009-tradition-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Captûre 13.5,Red,France,"A spiced, firmly dry wine, the bitter cherry character dominant. Tannins and flavors of rhubarb, cranberries and final acidity. To taste Cabernet Franc in its purest form, look no further.",Tuffeau,13,86,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Cave de Saumur 2005 Tuffeau (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2005-tuffeau-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Cave de Saumur 14.5,Red,Italy,"Genuine, clean and simple, this bright Rosso di Montalcino offers aromas of cedar wood and cherry cola over loads of wild berry fruit. There's a raw, simple quality to the wine and fresh fruit abounds.",,15,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of sweet cherry fruit in this polished red wine, which also shows the char and cedary flavors of oak barrel aging. It's gentle in tannins and has enough acidity for balance. A nice, everyday wine that brings to mind well-sauced pasta dishes.",Alegria Vineyard,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2007 Alegria Vineyard Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2007-alegria-vineyard-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Acorn 13.5,Red,US,"A good, everyday Cabernet. It's a bit gritty and hard in tannins, but very dry, with fine classic flavors of blackberries, black currants and oak. Give it a brief decant before drinking.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Wine Spots 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-spots-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Wine Spots 14,Red,US,"A dry, crisp Pinot Noir with interestingly ripe flavors of cherries, oranges and cola. Maybe a little overpriced for what you get, but it's a pretty wine.",,34,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 10,White,US,"The fruit is apricot through and through, concentrated and thick. This is softer and less acidic than most Washington Rieslings, with suggestions of butter and caramel. It should be chilled a bit to firm it up.",Late Harvest,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Washington Hills 2008 Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2008-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Washington Hills 13,Red,Spain,"On the plus side, there's a smoky, meaty set of aromas. But on the down side, there's a rubbery character reminiscent of burnt tire tread. That rubbery element passes through to the flavors, which also bring roasted berry into the fold. Rustic stuff with just enough bold berry fruit to make it worth a go.",Arderius Crianza Vendimia Seleccionada,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Leza García 2005 Arderius Crianza Vendimia Seleccionada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-leza-garcia-2005-arderius-crianza-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Bodegas Leza García 13,White,Australia,"This South Eastern Australia Chard packs quite a punch for the price. The nose is fresh but subtle, with hints of hand soap and cut apples. There's a luxurious quality to the palate that melds well with flavors of almond and pear and carries over to the silky, medium finish. Winds up on a note of tropical fruit. Drink now through 2011.",Estate Range,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Beelgara 2008 Estate Range Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beelgara-2008-estate-range-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2008,Beelgara 15.4,Red,US,"Could be a Zinfandel, it's so full-bodied, rugged in tannins and peppery. The wild berry, tobacco and cedar flavors also are Zinny. A good wine, if not particularly illustrative of what Sangiovese can do in California.",,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Martin Ranch 2006 Sangiovese (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2006-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Sangiovese,2006,Martin Ranch 14.4,White,US,"Very ripe and forward in pineapples and honey, with brisk acidity. Good and rich, but seems overwrought, lacking complexity and nuance, like a fruit juice drink.",Estate Verna's,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Melville 2008 Estate Verna's Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2008-estate-vernas-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Melville ,White,US,"Clean and varietal, with cool-site flavors of lemon and lime. Bracing acidity, and cool, green fruit throughout.",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker Vineyards 2008 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-vineyards-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2008,Mount Baker Vineyards 13.9,White,Argentina,"Tropical and zesty on the nose, with a big shot of lemon blossom and a secondary note of melon. The palate is juicy, fresh and sort of lean, with lemon, pineapple and green apple flavors. Arguably tart and angular, but at least it's clean and crisp.",Don David Reserve,16,86,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2009 Don David Reserve Chardonnay (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-don-david-reserve-chardonnay-cafayate/,Chardonnay,2009,Michel Torino 14,Red,Spain,"Floral, spicy, semi-oaky aromas precede a tangy, fresh, higher-acid palate with snappy raspberry and red cherry flavors. There's an abundance of pop and snap to this medium-bodied wine, and then drying woody notes to the finish.",Sentido,28,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Neo 2007 Sentido (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neo-2007-sentido-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Neo ,Red,US,"An all-purpose red wine, blending seven different grapes into a fruit bowl of forward berry flavors. Nothing challenging here, but the fruit is tasty and it might be compared to a nice Beaujolais—chill it and drink it outdoors on a hot summer day.",House Wine,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2007 House Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2007-house-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Magnificent Wine Company 14.5,Red,US,"Spicy and fruity, this extracted Zin floods the mouth with raspberry, cherry, currant and red plum flavors that even have a dimension of milk chocolate. It's fully ready to drink now.",,21,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2007 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2007-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Madrigal 14.5,White,US,"Nicely dry and very crisp, with mouthwatering acidity that scours the palate and makes it brisk and clean. It's a little too fruity, though, with jammy pineapple, lemon and lime flavors that pall after a few sips.",,26,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Round Pond 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-pond-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Round Pond 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh, berry-driven Rosso di Montalcino with an emphasis on ease and drinkability. This is the kind of wine you can pair with oven-roasted pasta or pork dishes because it offers bright acidity and lean structure.",,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenuta Friggiali 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-friggiali-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta Friggiali ,Red,US,"Surprisingly dark for Tempranillo, this ripe and fruity wine has hints of barn and straw in the nose. The concentrated cherry/berry fruit flavors roll into drying tannins, with some seed tannin bitterness.",Alice Vineyards,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Tagaris 2007 Alice Vineyards Tempranillo (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2007-alice-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Tempranillo,2007,Tagaris 15.1,Red,US,"Borderline rustic, with edgy tannins and tart, jammy cherry and blueberry flavors that finish in a slightly sweet swirl of black pepper. Easy to drink now with pasta, barbecue, pizza.",Ponzo Vineyard,28,86,California,California Other,California,Ridge 2008 Ponzo Vineyard Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-ponzo-vineyard-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Ridge 13.1,Red,US,"Super-tannic, one of those dry Napa red wines that makes you wonder why you opened it now. It's just so tough and astringent, offering more pain than pleasure, which leads to the question, will it age? Well, there's good cherry-blackberry fruit. But this is Merlot, not Cabernet. Risky.",Estate,50,86,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2007 Estate Merlot (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2007-estate-merlot-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Merlot,2007,Reverie 12,White,Australia,"Here's an Italian-styled Pinot Grigio, with a gently nutty nose and earthy low notes. It's faintly oily in the mouth but finishes crisp and light, with a pretty lemon zest accent. Drink up.",The Long Paddock,10,86,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 2008 The Long Paddock Pinot Grigio (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2008-the-long-paddock-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-victoria/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Redbank ,White,US,"This is very dry, tart, tangy, and lemony, with much of the flavor from skin phenolics and moderate fruit depth. It tastes of lemon rind and grapefruit rind, and shows plenty of acid.",LEHM Dry,25,86,Washington,Washington Other,Chelan County,Vin du Lac 2008 LEHM Dry Riesling (Chelan County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2008-lehm-dry-riesling-other-chelan-county/,Riesling,2008,Vin du Lac 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of mocha, rubber, smoky leather and berry fruit indicate good things to come, but in the mouth this wine fails to deliver equal to its price and the previous successes of Trapiche's single-vineyard Malbec project. Scouring acidity is the main culprit; the wine seems clipped, tartaric and angular, thus it's all superficial and not deep or rich enough to rate better.",Viña Domingo F. Sarmiento Single Vineyard,50,86,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Trapiche 2007 Viña Domingo F. Sarmiento Single Vineyard Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2007-vina-domingo-f-sarmiento-single-vineyard-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2007,Trapiche 14.3,Red,US,"A bit tough and gritty in texture, with some rugged tannins and a green streak that cuts through the cherry fruit. Will benefit from decanting, but doesn't seem likely to improve with age.",,35,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Senders 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senders-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Senders 12.5,White,France,"With its creamy, fresh pear aromas and soft fresh fruits, this is a delicious wine, ready to drink, showing sweet quince and lime flavors. There is a great final acidity.",Les Chanteaux,24,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2008 Les Chanteaux (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2008-chanteaux-chenin-blanc-chinon/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Couly-Dutheil ,Red,France,"Broad, open wine with berry fruits, black cherries and a soft texture. The wine has freshness, plenty of acidity, for drinking now.",Séléction,,86,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Séléction (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-selection-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Soft, but with an edge of dusty tannins, this wine has bright forward jammy red fruits that fill the mouth easily. It is open, fresh and, finally, almost sweet.",Domaine de Sablons,,86,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Domaine de Sablons (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-domaine-de-sablons-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 14.4,Red,US,"Pretty rustic even for a Petite Sirah, with big, edgy tannins and a scoury mouthfeel. But it shows rich flavors of cherries, berries, cola, bacon and sandalwood, with a spicy, peppery finish. Ready to drink now.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Puccioni 2006 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puccioni-2006-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Puccioni 13.5,White,Australia,"This Pinot Gris is marching to the beat of its own drum, with some funky aromas and toast notes along with lemon and pear fruit. It's a tad volatile in the mouth but has some nice depth of flavor and a lingering cashew finish. Likeable for its originality.",Individual Vineyard Selection,18,86,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Pewsey Vale 2008 Individual Vineyard Selection Pinot Gris (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pewsey-vale-2008-individual-vineyard-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-eden-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Pewsey Vale ,Red,US,"The oak stands out, giving this Pinot a vanilla, caramel and buttered cinnamon toast dominance over the underlying cherry jam fruit. Although the texture is nice and silky, the wine itself feels simple, especially at this price.",Mill Station Road,42,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2008 Mill Station Road Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2008-mill-station-road-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Peter Paul Wines 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of fresh tomato, citrus peel and red fruits are a touch austere, but the mouth and flavors are more generous. The palate is well balanced and the flavors run sweet, ripe and chewy, with berry fruit and creamy licorice notes on the finish. A blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Garnacha from Catalonia.",,12,86,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Las Colinas Del Ebro 2008 Syrah-Grenache (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-colinas-ebro-2008-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-terra-alta/,Syrah-Grenache,2008,Las Colinas Del Ebro 13,White,US,"A very nice, likeable and super-drinkable Sauvignon Blanc, at an everyday price. Nicely crisp and just slightly sweet, it shows fruity flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, pears and melons.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villa San Juliette 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-san-juliette-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Villa San Juliette 12.5,White,Portugal,"A warm wine, open, broad and soft with just some mineral texture. Flavors are of quince, sweet white plums, with some final green, herbal character.",Passadouro Branco,,86,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2008 Passadouro Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2008-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Quinta do Passadouro 13,Red,Portugal,"Soft, smoothly textured wine, its licorice and wood flavors balanced with blackberry juice fruits. It is fresh, full in the mouth, finishing with good acidity. Ready to drink.",Vinzelo Tinto,9,86,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2008 Vinzelo Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2008-vinzelo-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Ventozelo ,White,US,"A good Chardonnay, if a little unbalanced, showing some green, minty notes to the citrus and oak. Despite the rich creaminess, feels somewhat unripe. Drink now.",Dierberg Vineyard,38,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2007 Dierberg Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2007-dierberg-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Tantara 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with common berry fruit aromas as well as a medicinal, minty note. The palate has short length and definition along with bouncy medium-depth berry flavors. Warm, simple touches of licorice and mint define the finish. A blend of 60% Monastrell with 20% each Syrah and Tempranillo.",Roble,15,86,Levante,Yecla,,Valle de Salinas 2008 Roble Red (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-salinas-2008-roble-red-yecla/,Red Blend,2008,Valle de Salinas 14.5,White,US,"Very oaky and very ripe, offering a flood of pineapple jam, pear, vanilla and toasty oak flavors. Crisp acidity provides needed balance and a clean, brisk mouthfeel.",Cool Coastal Vineyards,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Cool Coastal Vineyards Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-cool-coastal-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Loach 15.2,Red,US,"Showing the hard tannins and dryness of a young Petite Sirah, this is the kind of wine you normally would cellar. But there's a little streak of green unripeness that suggests aging will lead nowhere. So drink it now with big, lusty fare.",Fazekas,34,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Enkidu 2006 Fazekas Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enkidu-2006-fazekas-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Enkidu 14,Red,Spain,"Darker and earthier than most basic Garnachas, with aromas of compost, baked earth, crusty black fruits and leather. The palate has a nice, ripe, bodied feel, while flavors of blackberry and boysenberry bring just the slightest hint of herbal green. Toasty and solid on the finish.",Kickass,13,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,El Burro 2008 Kickass Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-burro-2008-kickass-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,El Burro 13.9,White,Australia,"A solid value, the Marquee Victoria Chardonnay has an appealing restraint, hitting pretty high notes on the nose but turning serious and weighty in the mouth. The cream and papaya flavors reach a nice intensity before fading to a mouthwatering finish of guava and pine nuts. Drink now.",Classic,12,86,Victoria,Victoria,,Marquee 2008 Classic Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2008-classic-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2008,Marquee 14.6,Red,US,"Palmaz has struggled to break into the top ranks, and this 2006 does not advance their cause. It smells funky and vegetal, although it turns fairly rich in the mouth, with cherries, red licorice, cocoa and cedar. Doesn't seem likely to improve over time.",,100,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Palmaz 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmaz-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Palmaz 13.5,Red,US,"As with the Avery Lane Merlot, this is a rather complex blend, here including Syrah, Cab Franc and Lemberger. Fruity and spicy, with strawberry and cherry candy flavors. Very pleasing picnic wine.",,10,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Avery Lane 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avery-lane-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Avery Lane 15,Red,US,"Rich in berry, cherry, cola, pepper and sandalwood flavors, but a bit off in texture. Feels jagged and angular, with some green tannins. Ready now.",Crane Ranch Vineyard,36,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Brothers 2006 Crane Ranch Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-brothers-2006-ranch-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,Crane Brothers 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A fresh-faced wine, bright with berry fruits, a light layer of tannins and a soft, easy texture. There is some stalkiness but this is great as a delicious, easy wine.",Chaminé,12,86,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2009 Chaminé Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2009-chamine-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Cortes de Cima ,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. Soft, ripe fruit, with attractive blackcurrant flavors, fresh and juicy.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonbel 2009 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonbel-2009-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fonbel 12,White,Spain,"Tight and largely neutral white fruit aromas show a little apple but little more. The palate is friendly and easy, with melon as the lead flavor. Turns more citrusy and weighty on the finish, which fades fast.",Viña do Campo,18,86,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Bodegas Docampo 2008 Viña do Campo White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-docampo-2008-vina-campo-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2008,Bodegas Docampo 13,Red,Spain,"Definitely an herbal wine, with tomato, oregano, pizza sauce and savory aromas. The palate has good snap and verve to it, while the feel is on the lean side. Flavors of baked berry, earth, caramel and coffee ring true, and the dry, toffee-tinged finish is a nice ending. Ready to go now.",Reserva,12,86,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Anciano 2003 Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anciano-2003-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2003,Anciano 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Going for structure as much as fruit, this is a cool wine with black currant flavors giving high acidity. It feels light, fresh, although there are tannins and spice to give some final weight.",Bridão Classico,8,86,Ribatejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2007 Bridão Classico Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2007-bridao-classico-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with a crusty, almost mineral top over oaky, chunky blackberry fruit. It's a standard, semiherbal, juicy red blend (75% Tempranillo) with flavors of dried cherry and mocha. Short on the finish, with a hint of vanilla and chocolate. Good overall.",Selección Especial,,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2007 Selección Especial Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2007-seleccion-especial-tempranillo-blend-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Abadia Retuerta 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with a blast of cola and minty grass, and then comes a raisiny wave and mossy herbal notes that are typical of Navarran Merlot, which makes up 60% of this three-grape blend. Gritty in the mouth, with black cherry, licorice, herbs, raisin and lasting sweetness on the finish.",Finca la Moneda,40,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Alzania 2004 Finca la Moneda Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alzania-2004-finca-moneda-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2004,Alzania 13,Red,Italy,"Cherry and vinous notes of grapes and wild berries flood the nose, opening slowly to subtle aromas of spice, smoke and mineral. The wine is dense and chewy in consistency with a youthful and bright personality.",Palazzo Comunale,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Cantina di Montalcino 2008 Palazzo Comunale (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-montalcino-2008-palazzo-comunale-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Cantina di Montalcino 12,Sparkling,France,"Somewhat hard-edged wine, showing the sharpness of young Chenin Blanc. It has a future, though, as this edge drops away, because there is some good weight as well as bright fresh final acidity. Keep for several months.",Brut,17,86,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Château Moncontour NV Brut Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-nv-brut-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-cremant/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,,Château Moncontour 14.2,Red,US,"A nice, everyday Pinot, with a properly silky texture. The cherry, cola, red licorice and bacon flavors are satisfyingly rich, with elaborate oak overtones. It's a pretty good value in an under-$20 Pinot Noir.",Reserve,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castle Rock 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Castle Rock 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with good berry fruit aromas, mineral notes and coconutty sweetness, which is followed by a plump, well-balanced palate of black fruits, plum and licorice. Finishes solid and warm, with enough vitality and juiciness to maintain balance. More or less what you want from affordable Monastrell.",Castillo de Jumilla,10,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Bleda 2008 Castillo de Jumilla Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bleda-2008-castillo-jumilla-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Bodegas Bleda 14.9,Red,US,"Doesn't show the polish and drama you expect from a Howell Mountain Cab, but it's a pretty good wine, and there aren't many Cabs at this price off the mountain. It's a little vegetal. If you can get past that, it has sturdy tannins and some good black currant and cedar flavors.",Lot 143,22,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 143 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-143-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 13,White,US,"At 2.3% residual sugar, this is nicely balanced between sweet and dry. The fruit links peach, apricot and pear with a honey in tea streak that carries into the finish.",,10,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2008 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Washington Hills 12.6,White,US,"With no oak, this wine's inherent fruit stars, showing citrus, melons and peaches. With crisp acidity, it's clean, brisk and entirely dry, despite relatively low alcohol. But it's strong in those perfumed pyrazines that turn some people off.",,18,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Frog's Leap 14,Red,Australia,"Juicy and extracted, with bright jam tones and an open-knit structure. There's plenty of berry fruit here and a nice plum tone to the palate that carries over to the fleeting finish. A good choice for a big crowd.",,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Hellbent 2008 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hellbent-2008-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hellbent 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Borderline heavy, with stewy black fruit aromas that turn savory then murky and gaseous. The palate has clacky acidity and flavors of sweet, roasted berry fruits. Lasting on the finish, with citric acidity that seems as though it was forced onto the wine. 50% Malbec with 30% Cabernet and 10% each Syrah and Merlot.",Petite Fleur,30,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2007 Petite Fleur Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2007-petite-fleur-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Monteviejo ,Red,US,"A fruity-oaky and rather simple Pinot Noir. Offers plenty of upfront cherry-berry and cola fruit, with a kiss of oak, wrapped into a silky texture.",,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Peter Paul Wines 13.5,Red,Spain,"One of the best $7 wines you'll find from Spain. The nose is bright, medicinal and floral, while the palate is loud and peppy, with sweet red fruit flavors that sport a candied coating. Fresh, tasty and simple, which is what it should be. 60% Bobal and 40% Tempranillo.",Protocolo,7,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2008 Protocolo Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2008-protocolo-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2008,Dominio de Eguren 14.1,White,US,"Very rich, ripe and oaky, but something of a fruit-oak bomb. Blasts the palate with pineapple jam, toasty meringue, caramel and buttered toast aromas and flavors. Lacks subtlety.",,36,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Derbes 2006 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derbes-2006-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2006,Derbes 12.5,Red,France,"Simple juicy fruit, just touched by tannins, but more driven by ripe plum juice and the brightest, delicious acidity.",,,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2008,Barton & Guestier ,Red,US,"This red wine, named for the chef at the winery restaurant, is fruity and high-toned, with lots of cherry and berry flavor. All neutral oak, soft tannins, ready to drink.",Frank Chiullino Chef Blend Red,55,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tagaris 2007 Frank Chiullino Chef Blend Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2007-frank-chiullino-chef-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Tagaris 14,Red,Spain,"This new wine from the Torres group is a little heavy and baked on the nose, but once you get it onto the palate there's depth, mouthfeel and solid flavors of savory fruit, soy, rubber and dark berry. Dry on the finish, with a mounting note of coffee. Not overly fruity or sweet, which may be a blessing for some palates.",Infinite,10,86,Spain Other,Spain,,Torres 2008 Infinite Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2008-infinite-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Torres 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a light and refreshing Rosso di Montalcino with sharp notes of berry, cherry, wet earth and violets. You'll also get some distant mineral tones that add dimension and personality. Pair this easy-drinking wine with your favorite home-cooked pasta dishes.",,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Sesti 2008 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Sesti 13,Red,Spain,"Light and dominated by red fruit from the nose to the palate to the finish. Along the way are edgy accents of spice, stem, citrus and dry oak. Among all the big bruisers out there today, this is more from the old school, meaning it's fresh, lithe and crisp.",Crianza,20,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lealtanza 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lealtanza-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Lealtanza ,White,US,"This shows the sharper, more herbaceous side of the grape, though perhaps without being fully ripe. It seems to fall away quickly into simple lemon juice flavors, with a hint of herb.",LEHM,20,86,Washington,Washington Other,Chelan County,Vin du Lac 2008 LEHM Sauvignon Blanc (Chelan County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2008-lehm-sauvignon-blanc-other-chelan-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Vin du Lac 14.8,Red,US,"A good but rather rustic Cab. Shows fruity flavors of blackberries, black cherries, anise and smoky oak, with a spicy finish. The drawback is the tannic structure, which is jaggedly harsh. Drink now.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Senders 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senders-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Senders 13,Red,Spain,"Aromas of balsam wood, dry leather, and slightly herbal berry fruit are generally appealing, while the palate has size, balance and a healthy feel to it. More woody and spicy than outright fruity, with a touch of zesty raspberry and strawberry at the core. Nice but simple red wine.",Azagador Viñedos Propios Crianza,10,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Pago de la Jaraba 2007 Azagador Viñedos Propios Crianza Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-jaraba-2007-azagador-vinedos-propios-crianza-tempranillo-blend-mancha/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Pago de la Jaraba ,Red,US,"High-toned, dark, extracted, and oaky. In the mouth it's soft and pliant, the tannins smoothed out and the barrel aging somewhat masking underlying flavors of herb and green olive.",Janice,34,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Faces 2006 Janice Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-faces-2006-janice-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Walla Faces 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Savory, baked cassis and blackberry aromas show form and solidity, while the palate is deep and a little soft, with lush, slightly roasted berry and black currant aromas. Chocolaty on the finish yet not too heavy or forced. Not all that Syrah-like but it still smells and tastes good.",Reserve,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2008 Reserve Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2008,Trivento 13.5,White,Argentina,"Tropical and toasty, with buttercup and banana on the nose. Good acidity keeps the palate zesty and moving forward, while the flavors of lemon, lime and pineapple are juicy and clean. Good in a fresh and simple way, with just a spot of oak character.",Oak Cask,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Oak Cask Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-oak-cask-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Trapiche 14,White,Argentina,"Not all that expressive on the nose; about all you get is basic yellow fruit and lettuce. The palate shows more intensity, but the flavors of lemon and tropical fruits are basic at best. Chunky, sweet and common on the finish. Good for Argentina but still it leaves you asking for more.",Broquel,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Broquel Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-broquel-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Trapiche 14,Red,Argentina,"This vintage of Broquel reflects the cool, challenged characteristics of the '08 vintage. It has snap and berry aromas and flavors along with obvious oak, char and mocha. The palate is more driving and linear than previous years, with juicy, snappy cherry and wood at the base. Finishes with coffee, toast and controlled bitterness.",Broquel,17,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Broquel Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-broquel-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Trapiche 14.5,Red,Spain,"Fresh berry aromas carry some spice notes, while the palate is rugged and a little hot. Juicy berry flavors are forward but not overly evolved or complex, and the the finish is tight and aggressive. Spunky and clean, with honest flavors.",Urban Ribera,14,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2008 Urban Ribera (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-urban-ribera-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2008,O. Fournier 14.5,Red,Australia,"The Nugan Vision Cabernet Sauvignon over-delivers for its price point. The fruit expression is bold and ripe, with intense raspberry and blackberry liqueur scents followed by tangy cherry pie filling in the mouth. Ends up on a lingering mocha note. Drink now to 2011.",Vision,12,86,New South Wales,Riverina,,Nugan Family Estates 2008 Vision Cabernet Sauvignon (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2008-vision-cabernet-sauvignon-riverina/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nugan Family Estates 14,Red,US,"Good fruit in this tannic mountain wine. Shows classic Cabernet flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar. But it's tough and hard, and also acidic. Doesn't have the balance for the long haul, so drink now–2012.",J.D. Hurley,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2006 J.D. Hurley Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2006-jd-hurley-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Ranch 13,Red,Portugal,"A lean style bringing out acidity from the juicy black currant fruits. It has definite tannins supporting the fruit, while it finishes with fresh, perhaps too fresh, acidity.",Barco Negro,13,86,Douro,,,J. & F. Lurton 2008 Barco Negro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2008-barco-negro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,J. & F. Lurton 14,Red,Argentina,"Hot and rubbery on the nose, and while it doesn't smell bad it doesn't persuade you to go further. The palate has size, but it's not smooth as the acids dominate. And the flavors of berry and cherry are generic and almost impossible to identify as Syrah. Forgettable wine with tartness.",,18,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2008 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2008,Lagarde 13,Red,Argentina,"Burnt rubber, roasted generic berry and rooty tobacco aromas define the nose, which sets up a tangy, sharp, angular palate that shows little more than tart, quick cherry and raspberry flavors. Short and light on the finish.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vila 2008 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vila-2008-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2008,Vila 13,Red,Portugal,"An old style wine, with fleshy ripe fruit, dry tannins and berry flavors.",Confraria Colheita Seleccionada,,82,Estremadura,,,Adega Cooperativa Cadaval 2006 Confraria Colheita Seleccionada Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cadaval-2006-confraria-colheita-seleccionada-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2006,Adega Cooperativa Cadaval 14.8,Red,US,Not even as good as the mediocre '06. Way too jammy-sweet and acidic in raspberries and cherries. More like a dessert wine than something dry for the table.,The Pointer,80,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Armanino Family Cellars 2007 The Pointer Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2007-pointer-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Armanino Family Cellars 15.6,Red,US,"Unacceptably vegetal and moldy, not to mention being excessively sweet. Almost undrinkable, but not quite.",Benito Dusi Vineyard,28,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Piedra Creek 2008 Benito Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedra-creek-2008-benito-dusi-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Piedra Creek 13,White,France,"From the largest of the Chablis Grand Cru, this wine shows a lively fruit character but also a powerful, taut mineral streak that comes through to dominate. There is no doubt this needs aging, with its steely edge and vivid acidity.",Les Clos Grand Cru,110,96,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre 13,White,France,"A ripe, bold and impressive wine, showing yellow peaches and pineapple flavors to go with its tight core of minerality. There is a touch of wood, but the main thrust is for broad fruit, open and welcoming.",Cote Bouguerots Bougros Grand Cru,80,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Cote Bouguerots Bougros Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-cote-bouguerots-bougros-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre 14.5,White,US,"Good Chardonnay, rich and ripe and steely. That metallic thing shows up both in the crisp acidity and in the stony, pebbly tang that adds a piquant freshness to the pineapple, lime tart, tangerine and smoky custard-cream flavors.",Estate Grown,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2008 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2008-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Rochioli 13,White,France,"Still young, this powerful wine has intense steely minerality to go with its almost stark green fruits. It has a great texture, edged with acidity, and a light toast character. A wine for aging.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,81,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2007 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2007-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 15,Red,US,"A masterpiece it may be, but right now, in its precocious youth, it's all jammy fruit and smoky oak. But what jam! What oak! Tastes rich and compellingly good, like being swept away on a tidal wave of blackberry essence and cocoa. Very good, very rich, very fine, but you want to stash it away for a few years to let the parts meld.",Jack's Masterpiece,70,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2007 Jack's Masterpiece Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-jacks-masterpiece-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hall 14.2,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, rich and pure and quite frankly delicious. Although it shows those famous mountain tannins, they're softly refined and entirely drinkable now, letting the blackberry, chocolate, violet and mineral flavors come through.",Lot 146,22,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Cameron Hughes 2006 Lot 146 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2006-lot-146-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cameron Hughes ,Dessert,Austria,"Not so much sweet as intensely rich, peppery and zesty with orange peel and spiced pear juice flavors. It is concentrated, intense, likely to last for many years.",Eiswein,,92,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2007 Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2007-eiswein-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2007,Nigl 13,Red,France,"Well structured, balanced, giving tannins as well as acidity to balance fruit that moves in the direction of sweet plums, with hints of coffee and vanilla spice. The wine has a texture that promises aging, but also has a delicious juicy character.",Teurons Premier Cru,55,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Teurons Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-teurons-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,White,France,"This white has a touch of everything desirable. The nose is perfectly structured and classic, with bright stone fruits, white flowers and mineral underlined by a hint of ginger. Spices, lemon, peach and pear fruit come through in the mouth,and persist nicely on the long finish. This flavorful wine calls for flavorful food; think ceviche. Drink now or hold five-plus years for more complexity.",Gueberschwihr,48,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Gueberschwihr Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-gueberschwihr-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13.5,White,France,"Good ripe and rich wine that shows some of the opulence of Meursault. It has a good balance between toast and broad yellow and white fruit flavors. With acidity an extra component, the wine is attractively complete.",Clos des Poruzots Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Clos des Poruzots Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-clos-poruzots-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Roux Père et Fils 12.5,White,France,"A wine that starts with ripe citrus flavors, then moves easily into soft richness as the spicy wood and sweet peach flavors come through strongly. The wood is dominant, but not excessive. Full, ripe and still young.",,100,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre Morey 2007 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Pierre Morey 14.6,White,US,"Shows the brisk, tart acidity that always shows up in wines from this little Central Coast appellation. Also demonstrates the bright flavors of limes, kiwis and pineapples that mark an Edna Valley Chardonnay. Not subtle, but deliciously drinkable.",Edna Ranch 1772,42,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2007 Edna Ranch 1772 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-edna-ranch-1772-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Tolosa 13.5,Red,France,"There is both weight and that ineffable Chambolle magic here, giving the wine balance, ripeness and a whisper of freshness. The possibility of aging is here, from the tannins, but the wine is already, appropriately, a charmer to drink.",Les Charmes Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Roux Père et Fils 2006 Les Charmes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2006-charmes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2006,Roux Père et Fils 14.2,White,US,"If you're tired of sweet, soft, oaky whites, try this exciting blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Viognier. It's the perfect recipe, combining crisp, tart citrus fruits with richer tropical fruits and honeysuckle. A beautiful wine that spans a huge spectrum of foods.",Graces,23,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Padilla Erickson 2008 Graces White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padilla-erickson-2008-graces-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2008,Padilla Erickson 12.5,White,Austria,"Very mineral in style, but quite warm, with a lime and final grapefruit core. Fresh in character, but at the same time it is concentrated, and could age for a couple of years.",Obere Steigen,,90,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2009 Obere Steigen Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2009-obere-steigen-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Markus Huber ,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity and jammy in cherry-raspberry fruit, with a spicy coat of smoky oak, this young Pinot Noir is just too tough for immediate enjoyment. This is a wine with a reputation for ageability. It will probably blossom after 2013. If you drink it now, give it a good decant.",Estate,55,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2007-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mount Eden Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a deeply flavored, lusty young Zin that really shows off the variety's briary personality, even though it hails from three different counties. Very rich in blackberries, mulberries and currants, it's enormously spicy. Thoroughly enjoyable with barbecue and Mexican fare, like beef tacos.",,18,90,California,California Other,Mendocino-Sonoma-Amador,Artezin 2008 Zinfandel (Mendocino-Sonoma-Amador),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2008-zinfandel-other-mendocino-sonoma-amador/,Zinfandel,2008,Artezin 13,Red,France,"A wine that is rich, showing firm tannins, but also plenty of dark plum and berry fruits. Spice adds another element, as does a solid core of sweet juiciness. The finish focuses more on dry tannins.",Clos de Thorey Premier Cru,75,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Antonin Rodet 2006 Clos de Thorey Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2006-clos-thorey-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2006,Antonin Rodet 13,White,France,"Perfectly round Chardonnay, not an edge or angle in sight. The wine is soft, juicy, broad, but never going over the top, keeping freshness and green fruits in play as a counterweight.",Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay,31,90,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2006 Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2006-chateau-rully-cuvee-r-ternay-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2006,Antonin Rodet 14.5,White,US,"A really good Chardonnay that shows the classic acidity and dryness of the Sonoma Coast, with complex, pleasurable flavors. Pineapples, pears, apricots and guavas are the fruits, enriched with sweet oak, in a dry, balanced and elegant wine that could develop bottle nuance over the next 2–4 years.",,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fogdog 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fogdog-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Fogdog 14.5,Red,US,"The texture stands out on this dry, balanced wine. It's all velvet and silk in the mouth, almost like Pinot Noir, but everything else screams Zinfandel. The flavors are wild and exuberant, of innumerable wild berries, pepper, licorice and sweet, smoky bacon. Should develop over the next four years.",Old Vine,28,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Easton 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2007,Easton 13,White,Austria,"A warm, soft, very ripe wine, bringing pear and apple flavors into a mélange of caramel and vanilla. The wine has concentration along with spice, and a rich texture. It would benefit from a few years' aging. Screwcap.",,17,90,Burgenland,,,Heidi Schröck 2008 Weissburgunder (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2008-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-burgenland/,Weissburgunder,2008,Heidi Schröck 13.5,White,Austria,"A perfumed wine, the blend an esoteric collection of grapes that include Weissburgunder, Welchriesling and Furmint. The wine is concentrated and rich, its spice and peach flavors intense and powerful. There's a ginger bite, with the acidity just a touch to finish.",Ried Vogelsang,17,90,Burgenland,,,Heidi Schröck 2007 Ried Vogelsang White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2007-ried-vogelsang-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2007,Heidi Schröck 13.5,Red,France,"A strongly tannic wine, founded on red plum skin and cranberry fruits, with a solid, chunky character. It needs to soften, but it will always be a wine on the dry, tannic side.",Les Damodes Premier Cru,153,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Les Damodes Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-damodes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 13,Red,France,"There is stunning perfume on this archetypal Pinot Noir. The tannins are soft for a Gevrey, but the red fruits are pure, giving a character that is both firm and sensuous. It is not a wine for long-term aging, but worth keeping for 2–3 years.",Les Cazetiers Premier Cru,105,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Faiveley 2007 Les Cazetiers Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2007-cazetiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Faiveley 13,White,France,"The folks at Ehrhart have coaxed quite a bit of flavor out of the sometimes shy Pinot Gris grape. This wine is a very ripe example, with beguiling tones of ginger, nutmeg and coriander making for a great first act. The concentrated, off-dry palate shows some nice pistachio flavors and winds down into a candied lemon rind note. Drink with rabbit in a mustard sauce.",Grand Cru Brand,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2005 Grand Cru Brand Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2005-grand-cru-brand-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Domaine Ehrhart 14.4,Red,US,"A good, gutsy red wine, old-fashioned in its ruggedness, and thoroughly dry. Feels rich and fruity and spicy, and totally enjoyable, the perfect inexpensive wine to drink with everything from burgers and steaks to Mexican food and pizza.",Union Island Red,15,90,California,California Other,California,Bixler Vineyards 2007 Union Island Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bixler-2007-union-island-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Bixler Vineyards ,White,Austria,"While it is a full-bodied wine, it retains a great mineral character, very tangy, zesty. It is fresh, lifted, with the purest white currant fruits and ethereal aromas. Age for 3–4 years.",Langenloiser Steinmassl,,90,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Langenloiser Steinmassl Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-langenloiser-steinmassl-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2009,Bründlmayer 13,White,France,"A lively, fresh wine that gives a steely, mineral edge to the ripe fruits and the crisp acidity. The wine fills the mouth, a bold streak of apple skin structure boosting the fresh fruits.",Clos Saint-Landry Premier Cru,63,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Clos Saint-Landry Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-clos-saint-landry-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Here's a full-of-dynamite, small-batch Malbec that smells of bold berry fruit mixed with earth, smoked meats and mocha. The flavor set is pure, driving blackberry with mild herbal accents, and the finish is long, flavorful and lightly herbal. Expensive and a little fiery, but still excellent. Drink now through 2013. Only 250 cases made.",Brote Negro,86,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2006 Brote Negro Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2006-brote-negro-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2006,Viña Alicia ,White,Austria,"A mineral, aromatic wine, taut, herbal in character, the fruit crisp, with concentration and apple skin characters. A delicious wine, with great depth of flavor.",Grassnitzberg,,91,Südsteiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2009 Grassnitzberg Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2009-grassnitzberg-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Manfred Tement 13,White,France,"With its touch of toast and full green and white fruits, this is a delicious wine edged with a mineral texture. It is ripe and looking to age for another 2–3 years.",Vaillons Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2007 Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2007-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 13.5,White,US,"This is a really terrific white wine, from a variety that's fast gaining traction, although few are producing it. More should. It's classically dry and crisp, with mineral-infused flavors of apricots, green apples and spices. So good and complex, and exceptionally versatile at the table.",Estate Grown Produced and Bottled,22,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cambiata 2008 Estate Grown Produced and Bottled Albariño (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambiata-2008-estate-grown-produced-bottled-albarino-central-coast-monterey/,Albariño,2008,Cambiata 13,Red,France,"An already complete wine, the tannins well integrated into the firm black fruits and acidity. It is foursquare but also has a richness that comes from wood as well as lively final freshness.",Les Cailles Premier Cru,114,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Les Cailles Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-cailles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.1,White,US,"Made in the modern, ripe style, but with a greater degree of finesse than you might expect at this price. The wine is dry and crisp and minerally, with a clean mouthfeel, yet offers rich flavors of pineapples, green apples and peaches. Easy to find, with more than 12,000 cases produced.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,20,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benziger 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2008-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Benziger 13,White,Austria,"Plenty of green, crisp fruits here, but the wine is only just starting out and will certainly become broader and richer. For now, it brings in vivid acidity, toast flavors and a taut texture.",Leithagebirge,32,91,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2008 Leithagebirge Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2008-leithagebirge-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Kollwentz 14.6,Red,US,"Give this young Cabernet a good decant before you serve, because it's a big, brooding wine that needs some air to open up. Right out of the bottle, it's tannic and dry, and the blackberry and black currant flavors are buried under a blanket of astringency. But it's quite a good, well-made wine.",Lot 149,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 149 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-149-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 15.2,White,US,"Smells bright, citrusy and clean, an impression followed in the mouth, where intricate flavors of pineapple, lemondrop candy and Key lime pie turn spicy on the finish. The acidity is brisk; the wine did not go through malolactic fermentation. Just shows that a great Chardonnay doesn't need oak, although sur lies aging gives it a notable creaminess.",Unwooded,27,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Unwooded Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-unwooded-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Cambria ,White,Austria,"Spiced fruit, creamed apples and some ripe tangy character all work together to give a bright, peppery wine, delicious now but worth aging for 1–2 years. The wine has great intensity, but seems to float easily between the fruit and the taut ageworthy character. Screwcap.",Berg Vogelsang,,91,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Berg Vogelsang Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-berg-vogelsang-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Bründlmayer 13.5,White,France,"Enticing aromas of pear juice announce a soft, open-textured wine, with ripe pineapple and kiwi along with a pear skin texture. The wine is ready, its fruit and integrated wood open, soft and welcoming.",Bouchères Premier Cru,130,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Morey-Blanc 2007 Bouchères Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2007-boucheres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Morey-Blanc 13.5,White,Italy,"Light and luminous, this gorgeous Chardonnay offers a bouquet of soapy floral notes, aromatic fruit and drying mineral. The wine is spicy and tart in the mouth but what really sets it apart is its purity and elegance.",Löwengang,45,91,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2006 Löwengang Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2006-lowengang-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2006,Alois Lageder 13,White,Australia,"Although d'Arenberg is better known as a source of hearty McLaren Vale red wines, this tautly balanced, wooded Chard leans toward pineapple and lime. Buttered, toasted hazelnuts add a polished, elegant note to the long, citrusy finish.",The Lucky Lizard,35,91,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Lucky Lizard Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-lucky-lizard-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,D'Arenberg 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A very rich and soft wine made from hand-squeezed Malbec grapes. There's a ton of oak on it, which comes out as coconut and cream on the nose. The palate is also creamy, with mocha, sweet blackberry and fudge flavors. Cola, coconut, coffee and other hedonistic, dark, masculine accents make this a fun and interesting wine to drink now. Best on its own or with meat.",Manos,90,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Manos Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-manos-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Trapiche 11,Dessert,Austria,"A particularly rich, unctuous wine, its ripe and oily texture a foil for the lime acidity, the botrytis and the tangy honey flavors. It's an impressive full-in-the-mouth wine, worth aging for several years.",TBA,59,91,Neusiedlersee,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2005 TBA Chardonnay-Pinot Blanc (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2005-tba-sparkling-chardonnay-pinot-blanc-neusiedlersee/,Chardonnay-Pinot Blanc,2005,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 14.5,Red,US,"Tasted in a flight with far more expensive wines, this Pinot stood proud. It's dry and richly complex, with the silk-and-satin texture you want. The flavors reward with cherries, cola, Canadian bacon, Indian spices and sandalwood. At this price, it's a steal.",4 B,17,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sean Minor 2008 4 B Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2008-4-b-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sean Minor ,White,New Zealand,"One of New Zealand's icon Chardonnays, the 2007 version of Maté's is a smoky, bacon-scented offering, with plenty of leesy richness to go with bold pineapple and melon fruit. It's full bodied, ending on notes of smoke and roasted coffee.",Maté's Vineyard,47,91,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2007 Maté's Vineyard Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2007-mates-vineyard-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2007,Kumeu River 13.5,White,US,"This is a beautiful, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, one of the best out there at this price. It shows clean, crisp acidity and a wonderful, mouth-scouring minerality, with rich flavors of Meyer lemon pie, Key lime yogurt and vanilla. Compelling and so food-friendly.",,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2008-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Greenwood Ridge 13,White,France,"A ripe, open style of wine, giving white fruits, even some peach flavors, with toast and sweetness. There is weight, and a dense texture as well, the acidity lifting the finish.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaucopins Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaucopins Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-long-depaquit-vaucopins-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 13,White,France,"Very pure lemon and toast flavors dominate this wine. It has crispness, intense freshness and lively acidity. There is also a sense of richness that is slowly developing and that will broaden the wine over the next several months.",Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru,102,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-gouttes-dor-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.5,Red,France,"One of Bouchard's signature wines, this is beautifully textured, a series of bright fruits, strawberries and sweet acidity. There are tannins, but this is lighter than in some vintages, a wine for short-term aging.",Beaune Grèves Premier Cru Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus,118,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Beaune Grèves Premier Cru Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-beaune-greves-premier-cru-vigne-lenfant-jesus-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.5,Red,Chile,"The nose delivers a mix of herbal berry, cola and earth, while the palate is fresh and deep, with lightly medicinal cherry, cola, blackberry tobacco, mocha and more. Finishes rich and chocolaty, with a rush of textbook Chilean flavors including tobacco, herbs, olive and black fruits.",,55,91,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2007 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-2007-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Antiyal 14.2,Red,US,"Three-plus years in the bottle have been kind to this Pinot, letting the parts meld together. The oak is knitting with the cherry, raspberry and cola fruit, resulting in a creamy-sweet mouthfeel. Very nice, and should hold over the next 4–6 years.",Estate Reserve,40,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2007 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2007-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Artesa 13.5,Red,France,"Bold brush strokes characterize this wine, the fruit a complex mélange of red berries, acidity and weight. The wine has good density, offering a strawberry jam character to go with the fresh edge. Tannins are enveloped in the fruits, promising medium-term aging.",Clos de la Mousse Premier Cru,58,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Clos de la Mousse Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-clos-mousse-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils ,White,France,"With wood and white stone fruit in fine balance, this is a ripe, full wine, the acidity lighting up the ripe flavor. The wine has a broad character, ready for drinking in a year.",Charmes Premier Cru,145,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Morey-Blanc 2007 Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2007-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Morey-Blanc 13.5,White,Australia,"A bit reticent on the nose, showing hints of struck flint, lime and custard, but this tightly coiled Chard shows its true brilliance in the mouth, revealing complex fruit flavors of lime and lemon, but also slightly riper notes: apple and white peach come to mind. The bright core of acids shines on the long, refreshing finish. Should age comfortably through 2015, at least.",Kevin John,75,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2007 Kevin John Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2007-kevin-john-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2007,Cullen 13.5,Red,France,"From the Roux family's own vines in Vougeot, this is an intense statement of dark tannins and firm fruit. The wine sits solidly in the glass, giving a dry core, surrounded by sweet plum juice flavors. In 5–6 years, it will have developed well.",Les Petits Vougeots Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Roux Père et Fils 2006 Les Petits Vougeots Premier Cru (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2006-petits-vougeots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2006,Roux Père et Fils 13.5,White,Australia,"Because of the extreme heat of 2008, this wine does show a touch of warmth on the finish and should probably be consumed young, but there's no crime in that. It's a luscious blend of lime custard and roasted cashew that's rich without being heavy, and finishes long and clean.",M3,35,91,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Shaw and Smith 2008 M3 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-smith-2008-m3-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Shaw and Smith 14.5,Red,US,"For some reason, the winery held the '06 back later than the 2007. Maybe because it was so tannic. Still is, with a biting, palate-shutting astringency made harder by the wine's extreme dryness. But there's a place for tannic, dry Syrahs, and this is a very good one, with precisely measured oak framing deep, impressive blackberry, leather and black pepper flavors.",Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard,28,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lawer 2006 Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2006-three-coins-betsys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2006,Lawer 14,White,New Zealand,"Lavishly oaked, but richly fruited as well, with layers of ripe peaches and grilled nuts leaving a creamy impression of luxury on the palate. The finish is long and vanilla-tinged yet features mouthwatering citrus. Drink now–2012.",Omaka Reserve,24,91,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2008 Omaka Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2008-omaka-reserve-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2008,Saint Clair 13,Red,France,"A rich wine that shows the power of Gevrey, even in a lesser vintage. The fruit fills the glass with aromas of red plums, sweet raspberries and cranberry juice. There is spice here along with juicy fresh acidity. It is worth aging 3–4 years, but is delicious now.",,50,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manuel Olivier 13,White,France,"A delicious wine that moves easily between rich, wood-aged Chardonnay and a tight mineral structure. It is ripe, with apricot flavors interspersing with pears and some orange zest. While it is ready to drink, another few months will bring out even more richness.",Chartron et Trébuchet,,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot 2007 Chartron et Trébuchet (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jean-baptiste-bejot-2007-chartron-trebuchet-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a creamy and opulent oak-aged white blend from Tuscany (with equal parts Traminer, Riesling and Chardonnay) that opens with a luminous golden color and delicious aromas of exotic fruit, pineapple, yellow rose and melted butter. The wine is rich and dense with enormous intensity on the finish. Pair it with lobster, white meat or saffron risotto.",Lodano,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2007 Lodano White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2007-lodano-white-toscana/,White Blend,2007,Tua Rita 14.9,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay that shows ripe, long hangtime fruit flavors of pineapples, apricots, peaches and papayas, offset with clean acidity. Shows a touch of oak. Will satisfy Chard fans, and is super food-friendly with grilled salmon, shrimp, scallops.",October Night,25,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2007 October Night Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2007-october-night-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2007,J. Lohr ,White,US,"A very good Chardonnay that displays admirable dryness and firmness of structure, with good fruit. Feels clean in the mouth, with a taste of cold steel that undergirds pineapple and buttered toast flavors.",SLH Estate,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn Estates 2007 SLH Estate Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-estates-2007-slh-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Hahn Estates 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Rich, toasty and custardy, this is a big Chardonnay that retains a sense of balance, with a creamy texture and a powerful core of citrusy fruit that comes through on the finish. Based on a couple of older vintages, this wine should last at least 7–8 years from the vintage, but I find them most attractive in their youth.",Block 2,51,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2008 Block 2 Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2008-block-2-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2008,Felton Road 14.9,Red,US,"An exotic Cabernet at a great price. Shows classically ripe Napa fruit and tannins, a big, full-bodied and dramatic wine with blackberry and black currant flavors. The addition of 25% Syrah adds a peppery, teriaki beef spiciness and meatiness that's most welcome. Now–2014.",,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fuse 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuse-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fuse 13,White,France,"The style is full in the mouth, showing vanilla as well as soft peach fruits. Finishing richly, this is not a Grand Cru for aging, but it does wear its ripe fruit easily with a good burst of steely acidity.",Preuses Grand Cru,70,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Preuses Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-preuses-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Simonnet-Febvre 14.3,Red,US,"Heavy and densely tannic now, and not showing its best. It's an embryonic Cabernet that's all about potential. Analysis reveals deep, buried flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar that are impressively potent. Needs a bit of time to come around. Try in 2013.",Midoriya Hills Vineyard,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prime 2007 Midoriya Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prime-2007-midoriya-hills-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Prime 13.5,White,France,"A big-hearted wine, packed with forward fruits, maybe dominated by the wood at this stage, but likely to become more rich as it ages. The flavors are bold, white fruits combining with lime zest acidity. For aging over the next three years.",Les Macherelles Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Les Macherelles Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-macherelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Roux Père et Fils ,White,US,"The vintage was particularly successful for Patz & Hall, which achieved ripeness and balancing acidity with a seemingly effortless touch. This wine is brilliantly clean and extraordinarily rich in pineapples, Meyer lemons, sweet limes and minerals. Grows better as it warms in the glass.",Zio Tony Ranch,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2007 Zio Tony Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-zio-tony-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Patz & Hall 14.4,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the heart of the Rutherford bench. The wine is rich in fruit and tannins, but a bit clumsy, with a chunky, tannic mouthfeel and jammy, direct blackberry and blueberry fruit flavors. Not ready for drinking now, but well-made, and should age well, as Cabs from this stretch tend to have a long life.",Morisoli Vineyard,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2005 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2005-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Elyse 14.8,White,US,"Chappellet's secret is that Cabernet Sauvignon isn't the only thing they know how to do. Granted, their Chards have off years, but in general they make one of the valley's best Chardonnays. The 2008 is right up there with the '04 and '07. Ripe in pineapples, peaches and pears, it avoids the herbaceousness that can mar Napa Chardonnay. Very fine.",,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Chappellet 15.1,Red,Argentina,"Among full-bodied, old-vines Malbec, this is an unbridled winner. The nose is rooty and sweet, but also inky and dark. And the palate is totally pure, with snappy tannins, fine acidity and loads of black fruit flavor mixed with tobacco and coconut. Racy, juicy and delicious as it enters its prime. Drink now through 2013.",Renacer R,55,92,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Bodega Renacer 2006 Renacer R Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2006-r-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2006,Bodega Renacer 13.5,White,Italy,"Here is an exceptionally fresh and pristine blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco from a biodynamic vineyard in Tuscany with buoyant aromas of honeysuckle, stone fruit, apricot and white mineral. The wine is crisp, sophisticated and lasts many long minutes in the mouth.",Batàr,82,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Agricola Querciabella 2007 Batàr White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2007-batar-white-toscana/,White Blend,2007,Agricola Querciabella 13,Red,France,"Solid, foursquare wine, full of structure and fruit, bringing light tannins into play with black plums and sweet acidity. But the wine also has a lightness of touch, offering approachability as well as concentration. Age for 3–4 years.",Taillepieds Premier Cru,69,92,Burgundy,Volnay,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Taillepieds Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-taillepieds-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.9,Red,Argentina,"There's no drop-off in this wine from the excellent 2005. Expect blackberry, cassis and dry balsam wood/cedar aromas. The palate is lush and chewy, but also vital and lively. Toasty, dark berry flavors get a softening of vanilla on the finish. A winner to drink now through 2013.",Catena Alta,55,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Catena Alta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2006-alta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Bodega Catena Zapata 14.5,White,Italy,"This rich, opulent and amazingly intense Chardonnay from Abruzzo has plush aromatic layers of toasted nut, exotic fruit, pineapple, honeysuckle and vanilla. You'll love the creaminess and density here and appreciate that prickly touch of acidity that keeps the palate refreshed.",Marina Cvetić,60,92,Central Italy,Colline Teatine,,Masciarelli 2006 Marina Cvetić Chardonnay (Colline Teatine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masciarelli-2006-marina-cvetic-chardonnay-colline-teatine/,Chardonnay,2006,Masciarelli 13,Red,France,"Fine ripe fruit here, with soft, sweet berries and surprisingly smooth tannins. The wine is rich, not heavyweight, but glorying in the opulence of Pinot Noir. The finish brings on the tannins again.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,149,92,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Les Suchots Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,Red,France,"Tough and defiantly tannic, a hard-edged wine that gives a powerful dry texture. The fruit is less obvious, but has a potential to offer red fruits and fresh acidity. This does need aging, over 4–5 years.",Les Porrets Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Les Porrets Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-porrets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 15.5,Red,US,"Deliciously drinkable, this is one of the best California Grenaches in recent memory. Complexity is not Grenache's strong point, but lusciousness is, when the wine is well made. The cherry pie filling, raspberry tart and cinnamon spice flavors, enriched with smoky sandalwood, are wrapped into pure, fine tannins. Drink now.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2007 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2007-purisima-mountain-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2007,Beckmen 14.5,White,US,"Very rich, reflecting 100% barrel fermentation in partial new oak and 100% malolactic fermentation. Under the creamy lees and buttered toast are scads of pineapples, pears and papayas. The grapes come from the Nielson Vineyard.",,26,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Byron ,White,US,"A very good, delicious Chardonnay that's easy to drink, and whose richness suggests shrimp, scallops, lobster and similarly rich fare. Dry and crisp in acidity, it wows with pineapple marmalade, crème brûlée, buttered toast, vanilla, honeysuckle and mineral flavors, brightened with zesty acidity.",Hyde Vineyard,55,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2007 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Patz & Hall 12.5,White,France,"The aromas are earthy, rich in moist soil. The palate is just as rich, a full, opulent wine powered with yellow fruits and a light touch of spice.",Les Tessons,110,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre Morey 2007 Les Tessons (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-tessons-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Pierre Morey 14.2,White,US,"Morgan makes one of the best, most powerful Santa Lucia Chardonnays, and this less expensive bottling is a good approximation of their top tier. It's strong and potent, with cool-climate acidity framing mouthwatering pineapple jam, Key lime pie, kiwi fruit, white peach and vanilla cream flavors.",Highland,26,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2008 Highland Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-highland-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Morgan 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a bold, rich, powerful Syrah, marked by huge fruit. Sometimes with these fruity wines, the winemaker loses control and produces a bomb. Not here. Superb tannins corral the blackberries and cherries, and a tug of earthy leather and carob provides grounding. What a great value.",,19,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 2007 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Novy 13.9,White,US,"A first-rate Sauvignon Blanc. Bone dry and crisp and clean in mouthwatering acidity, it has wonderfully complex gooseberry, lime, grapefruit and kiwi flavors. Among the top of its class, and a great value.",Demark St. Vineyard Tribute,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2008 Demark St. Vineyard Tribute Fumé Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2008-demark-st-vineyard-tribute-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2008,Atmosphere 13,White,France,"The wine has some of the steely, mineral character of Chablis, while also offering richer toast flavors. It is crisp, a delicious green edge to it, while the structure promises a few years development.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaillons Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-long-depaquit-les-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 13.5,White,France,"A warm, toasty wine, maybe with too much wood at the moment, but with proper plump, ripe peach flavors and an edge of apple-skin acidity. The wine needs aging —give it 4–5 years.",Domaine du Pavillon Les Charmes Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine du Pavillon Les Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-pavillon-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 13.5,White,France,"A wine that offers many personalities, from serious complexity to broad, smiling, ripe fruits. Pineapple, peaches, almonds and acidity come together in a texture that is still integrating. Give the wine another two years at least.",Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-pavillon-clos-mouches-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Smoky and fruity upfront, reminiscent of wood-grilled white peaches, but tinged with hints of toasted hazelnut and pineapple as well. This is full-bodied yet reined in by the intense, citrus-zest finish. Drink it over the next 5–7 years.",Hunting Hill,42,92,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2007 Hunting Hill Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2007-hunting-hill-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2007,Kumeu River ,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot marked by crispness, complexity of fruit, and the hard-to-describe wild, feral attractions of the Sonoma Coast. With brisk tannins, the wine shows cherry, cola, pomegranate and cedar flavors, with an ineffable expression of wild thyme, sage and lavender. Drink this beautiful wine now and through 2014.",,48,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Heintz 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heintz-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Heintz ,White,Austria,"The Zieregg vineyard is on the frontier between Austria and Slovenia. The wine, fermented in wood, is in a very tight, closed style, firm, with some bitter herbs in its youth. The flavors are of white fruits, spiced with a touch of pepper. Age for 3–4 years. Glass stopper.",Zieregg,,92,Südsteiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2008 Zieregg Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2008-zieregg-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Manfred Tement 14.3,Red,US,"Some wines taste uptown and restaurant quality just because they're so clean, balanced and complex. This blend of the two Cabernets is one of those. In its rich power, it brings to mind the wonderful 1999, although it actually costs less. Combines lush blackberry and black currant flavors with impeccably fine tannins, in a wine that should age for a good eight years.",Blair Vineyard,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. P. Drummer 2005 Blair Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-p-drummer-2005-blair-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2005,S. P. Drummer 14.5,Red,US,"This is a wine that's been tremendously variable over the years, but with the '07, Craig has produced his best bottling since the late 1990s. Succeeds not only with dramatically ripe blackberry, currant, chocolate and sweet, smoky cedar flavors, but also with a structure of finely ground tannins and a long, dry, spicy finish. Drink now and for the next few years.",Affinity,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Craig 2007 Affinity Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2007-affinity-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Craig 14.5,Red,US,"Based on Syrah, this is a distinguished, upscale blend. It's bone dry and quite tannic, with crisp Central Coast acidity, but most importantly it shows deep, intricate flavors of blackberries, currants, licorice, cola and sandalwood. A very fine release from Tolosa.",Salaal,42,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2007 Salaal Red (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-salaal-red-central-coast-edna-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Tolosa 14.8,White,US,"This is an elaborate, oaky Chardonnay made in the popular style that has made California Chard such a success. It's rich in pineapple jam, apricot, buttered toast, vanilla and leesy flavors, and grows better as it warms in the glass.",Reserve,22,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2007-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Santa Barbara Winery 13.9,White,US,"A pure, clean Chardonnay whose dry richness is balanced with cool-climate acidity and a citrus streak almost like Sauvignon Blanc. Shows pineapple and pear flavors that indicate the varietal, but then crisp, tartly acidic lemongrass and grapefruits kick in. The result is wonderfully food-friendly. Easy to find, with 10,600 cases produced.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,24,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2008 Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2008-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Clos Pegase ,White,US,"As weighty as a Chardonnay, this is a Sauvignon Blanc whose nuances will be killed if you over-chill it. You could even decant it for a while and let it approach room temperature. Dry and rich, it shows savory, complex tiers of pineapples, limes, green apples, sweet golden tobacco, vanilla, white pepper and even a touch of thyme.",Dutton Ranch Cohen Vineyard,22,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Dutton Ranch Cohen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-dutton-ranch-cohen-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-russian-river-valley-113727/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Dutton Estate 14.5,White,US,"This is a very pure, fresh and clean Chardonnay. While it's rich in tropical fruit, pear, green apple and smoky oak flavors, it's also well balanced. Shows brisk, citrusy acidity and a firm stream of minerals.",O.F.S.,32,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 O.F.S. Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-ofs-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Loach 14.3,Red,US,"A very good Cab, dry, full-bodied and fruity. The tannins are thick and hard, making it difficult to savor the underlying blackberries, black cherries, blueberries and dark chocolate. If you drink it now, decant. Otherwise, try over the next 4–6 years.",District 4,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prime 2007 District 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prime-2007-district-4-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Prime 14.2,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, soft and voluptuous, and above all rich in flavor. Showcases ripe blackberries, black currants, chocolate and anise, leading to a dry, spicy finish. A beautiful, full-bodied wine to drink now with elaborate fare.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sequoia Grove 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and lush and delicious, with deep, intriguing flavors of red and black berries, cherries, currants, dark chocolate and smoky cedar. A beautifully structured, classically layered wine, but also fairly tannic. Give it 4–6 years in the cellar.",Proprietary Red Wine,110,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Roy Estate 2006 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roy-estate-2006-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Roy Estate 15.5,Red,US,"Here's a very dry, tannic young Zinfandel that shows real depth and complexity. It has the rugged mouthfeel and spicy, peppery flavors that mark a good Dry Creek Zin. The fruit suggests wild black, blue and red berries. Drink now.",Teldeschi Vineyards Home Ranch Old Vine,32,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Del Carlo Winery 2006 Teldeschi Vineyards Home Ranch Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-winery-2006-teldeschi-home-ranch-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Del Carlo Winery 14.5,White,US,"A flamboyant, crisp Chardonnay made in the popular style of elaborately toasty oak and very ripe fruit, which combine to offer an almost pastry-like dessert taste. Floods the mouth with pineapple tart, Meyer lemondrop and vanilla flavors, with suggestions of kiwis, limes and green apples. Delicious and appealing.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Loach 13,White,France,"A bold, rich wine with yellow fruits, toast and spice. At the same time, there is a crisp, tight edge of acidity and minerality that gives a sense of the cool character of the chalk soil of Chablis. A fine wine, lively, ripe, but totally fresh.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaudésirs Grand Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaudésirs Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-long-depaquit-les-vaudesirs-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 14.3,White,US,"This is a strong, oaky, ripe Chardonnay, grown on a mountain better known for Cabernet. It's powerful and intense in pineapple tart, pear marmalade, Meyer lemon and lime flavors that have been liberally oaked, and it shows the creamy influence of lees. Not particularly subtle, it's a wine you don't want to drink too cold.",Milady,38,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Y Rousseau 2008 Milady Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2008-milady-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2008,Y Rousseau 14.9,Red,US,"Classic Dry Creek Zin. There's a reason this warmish Sonoma region is so famous for Zinfandel, and here it is. The wine is strong and spicy and tannic, with profuse wild berry, pine cone, red currant, cherry liqueur and cola flavors, made piquant with Indian spices. Despite its exuberance, it's dry and balanced. Just lovely if you're in the mood for Zinfandel.",Old Vine,35,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Everett Ridge 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/everett-ridge-2006-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Everett Ridge 13.1,Red,US,"This Zinfandel specialist tries its hand at Cabernet, with excellent results. With modest alcohol, the wine is thoroughly ripe, showing complex flavors of blackberries, crème de cassis, herbs and cedar. It will be fascinating to watch this Bordeaux-style wine develop over the years.",,22,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hobo 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hobo 14.4,Red,US,"An interesting Cabernet that shows how this venerable winery is taking the variety seriously. Dry and tannic, it shows impressively deep flavors of blackberries and black currants, with the spiciness of Dry Creek Valley reds. Fine now, but should have a nice glidepath of ageability over the next 6–8 years.",Block 007 Estate Vineyard,25,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Block 007 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-block-007-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pedroncelli 14,Red,Argentina,"Deep and juicy Malbec with aromas of violets, blackberry, coconut shavings and mineral. There's also a cedary element to the nose and palate. Otherwise, look for full-force wild berry and cassis flavors and a smooth, clean finish. Nothing awkward or forced; Doña Paula's best Malbec ever. Drink now through 2013.",Selección de Bodega,50,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2006 Selección de Bodega Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2006-seleccion-bodega-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Doña Paula 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Another well-polished Malbec from Trapiche's single-vineyard series. This one, from Tupungato in the Uco Valley, is the most “red” of the '06s. The fruit is juicy and bursts with acidity and power. Cherry, red plum and cassis are the lead flavors, and it finishes on a bed of chocolate and peppery spice. Good now but will benefit from another year or two in bottle.",Viña Cristina y Bibiana Coletto Single Vineyard,50,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2006 Viña Cristina y Bibiana Coletto Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2006-vina-cristina-bibiana-coletto-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Trapiche 14,Red,Chile,"Probably the best-eve wine from Santa Carolina. It's rich and earthy, but also shows pure fruit and just a mild hint of fresh herbs. Saturated and broad on the palate, with a nice mix of sultry fruit flavors and savory notes. Refined but robust; classy and elevated. 2,000 cases made.",VSC,30,92,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2007 VSC Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2007-vsc-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Santa Carolina 14.6,Red,US,"Dark, dry and tannic in its youth, this Cab is nowhere near ready to drink. It's just too hard and the fruit is buried under all that astringency. But it's really good fruit, packing a whallop of blackberries and black currants. Seems to have the inherent integrity for the long haul. Try 2013–2018.",Neal 3 Vineyard,52,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sorcellerie 2007 Neal 3 Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorcellerie-2007-neal-3-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sorcellerie 14.9,Red,US,"What a gigantic improvement J. Lohr has been making lately in its Cabernets and Bordeaux blends. This latest to come out is a single-vineyeard beauty, rich in tannic structure, with deep, complex flavors of blackberries, cocoa dust, cedar and Indian spices. Appeals now for sheer deliciousness.",Hilltop Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2006 Hilltop Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2006-hilltop-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,J. Lohr 14.5,Red,US,"Easily the best Merlot from Livermore Valley in memory, which is not a back-handed compliment. It's a bone dry, tannic wine stuffed with complex, interesting fruit, currant, herb, tobacco and cedar flavors. Really very fine, and drinkable now despite the tannins. Its longterm future is controversial, though, so open over the next 3 years.",Estate,80,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Picazo 2006 Estate Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picazo-2006-estate-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2006,Picazo 14,White,US,"Ripeness of fruit and tart acidity combine to make this a fine, drily elegant coastal Chardonnay. Beyond the great structure are savory flavors of pineapples and green apples, with rich notes of honeysuckle flower and a grounding tug of minerality.",,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Ovation 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ovation-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Ovation 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Coconut and inky black fruit melt into an ultrarich and layered bouquet, and that's the perfect entree to the wine's sweet, broad, chocolaty black fruit flavors that come with a cool mint accent. Boiled down this is nothing more than a concentrated, bold Malbec that's sweet, tasty and uncomplicated. Drink now through 2011.",Grand Reserve,50,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2005 Grand Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2005-grand-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Andeluna 14.7,Red,US,"A dark, rich, ripe Syrah that defines the California style, and preserves the fine structure that this cool-climate region lends to red wines. The wine is dry and tannic, and the flavors, of blackberries, cherries, blueberries, dark chocolate and sweet, smoky oak, are just delicious. Now and for a few years.",SLH Estate,27,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2007 SLH Estate Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2007-slh-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2007,Hahn 14.2,Red,US,"More tannicly dense than Failla's estate Sonoma Coast bottling, this Pinot wants a few years in the cellar. You can drink it now because it's so delicious in cherry and raspberry fruit, but there's a tightness, an astringency that suggests 3-4 years to come around. If you pop the cork now, give it a few hours of decanting.",Keefer Ranch,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Failla 2008 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Failla 13,Red,France,"A solid wine, showing some generosity and richness, the fruits displaying a fine balance between sweetness, dry tannins and bright acidity. It has some of the sensuous character of good Volnay, opening into ripeness. Worth aging for several years, but already offering considerable pleasure.",Caillerets Premier Cru Ancienne Cuvée Carnot,89,92,Burgundy,Volnay,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Caillerets Premier Cru Ancienne Cuvée Carnot (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-caillerets-premier-cru-ancienne-cuvee-carnot-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,Red,France,"A tannins-dominated wine, firm and dry. The fruit is relatively subdued, with a juicy character of raspberries, red plum skins and crisp acidity. This is a wine that needs aging to soften those tannins: give it 4–5 years.",Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru,145,92,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-aux-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.5,White,Italy,"This is an absolutely beautiful wine made with a blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Picolit from Friuli, in Northeast Italy. It offers harmony, extreme intensity and creamy flavors that coat clean over the palate. It's the ultimate food wine (think shellfish) but also performs without food thanks to its natural density and elegance. Not imported into the U.S.",Illivio,,93,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2007 Illivio White (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2007-illivio-white-colli-orientali-friuli/,White Blend,2007,Livio Felluga 14.5,Red,Italy,"From Angelo Gaja's beautiful estate in coastal Tuscany, this super Tuscan expression delivers opulent aromas of powdered chocolate, black fruit, exotic spice, clove, leather and tobacco. The wine is beautifully integrated and harmonious and ends with impressive staying power and persistency.",Camarcanda,164,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Ca' Marcanda 2006 Camarcanda (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-marcanda-2006-camarcanda-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2006,Ca' Marcanda 13.5,Red,France,"A full, concentrated wine, impressive for the vintage, offering solid structure, powerful tannins and ripe berry and red stone fruit flavors. It is very direct in style, the complexities slow to show themselves, just a hint as the wine opens up. It needs to age 5–6 years or more.",Rugiens Premier Cru,90,93,Burgundy,Pommard,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.5,White,France,"Big and bold, this lives up to the reputation of richer Meursault. Yet crispness, a core of tight structure, toast and fresh fruits are always present. The play between the characters is delicious and likely to allow the wine to age over several years.",Genevrières Premier Cru,110,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Genevrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.9,Red,US,"Seems very well made, with impressive flavors of blackberries and black currants, touched with smoky oak, and encased in firm tannins. Texture and balance are everything in these Cabs, and this wine is not lacking in either. The tannic astringency strongly suggests midterm aging, through 2013, at least.",,125,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Picazo 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picazo-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Picazo ,Dessert,Austria,"Liquorous and sweet with honey, peaches and a rounded character. The contrast between the crisp acidity, intense aromatics and beautiful, smooth and opulent texture keeps the wine in exquisite tension.",Trockenbeerenauslese,,93,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2006 Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2006-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2006,Nigl 13.5,White,France,"Plenty of ripe fruit and big texture on this intense wine, which hasn't shown half its potential yet. The pear and white peach fruits are edged with minerality and a closed-in texture. The wood gives an unfortunate burnt edge that needs to soften out. Age for at least five years.",Domaine du Pavillon,,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine du Pavillon (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-pavillon-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot ,Red,US,"Made in a big, ripe style, this is Gypsy Canyon's best Pinot Noir in years, but it will require some time in the cellar to soften. It's all forward, in-your-face jammy cherries now, with brusque tannins and lots of unintegrated new, smoky oak. Give it until 2013 to begin to come around.",Trois,95,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gypsy Canyon 2008 Trois Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gypsy-canyon-2008-trois-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gypsy Canyon 14.3,White,US,"An intense, nervy Chardonnay, grown on the estate along the Silverado Trail. Shows good acidity and a minerality that makes it elegant and firm, giving a bracing structure to the oak-inspired flavors of pineapple tart, peaches and cream.",Vieilles Vignes,42,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2008 Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Signorello 13,Red,France,"Jayer-Gilles has vines on the lower slopes of the Echézeaux vineyard, hence the subtitle of the wine, “du Dessous.” The wine has finesse, but with structure, and is impressively powered with tannins (although with a nagging green bean character as it opens up), spice, a definite amount of toast as well as freshly acid red fruits.",Echézeaux du Dessous,259,93,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Echézeaux du Dessous (Echézeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-echezeaux-dessous-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 13,White,France,"A broad, fat wine, showing soft white fruits and a definite amount of toast. Only towards the end does juicy acidity show through. It feels not yet fully integrated, so hold off a year.",Blanchot Grand Cru,70,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Blanchot Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-blanchot-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Simonnet-Febvre ,Red,US,"From old, head-trained vines near St. Helena comes this dense, intense young wine. It's all Napa in the claret-like structure that's built upon firm, refined tannins. Shows waves of blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and peppery spices.",Korte Ranch,37,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2007 Korte Ranch Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2007-korte-ranch-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Elyse 13,White,France,"Fine ripe fruit shows on this full-flavored wine, but there is as much of the vanilla, toast and spice character as there is of the peach note. The texture, though, is all fruit, tight apple skins with final fresh acidity.",Valmur Grand Cru,81,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2007 Valmur Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2007-valmur-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 13.5,Red,France,"Always right at the top of Faiveley's wines, this is an impressive bottle for 2007. It has weight, a seamless texture that passes from firm tannins to sweet fruit. The acidity, which fits into the arc of the wine, and the tannins promise aging over many years.",,180,93,Burgundy,Corton,,Domaine Faiveley 2007 Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2007-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Faiveley 14.1,White,US,"A very fine Chardonnay showing succulent flavors of pineapples, Meyer lemons and bracing minerals, with a rich honeysuckle and buttered toast sweetness. Flashy, impressive and an incredible value.",,18,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Alma Rosa 2007 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Alma Rosa 13,White,France,"There is a fine steely, mineral character to the wine that parallels the ripe yellow fruit, toast and quince jelly flavors. The ensemble is rich, but maintains the true cool-climate character of Chablis.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Blanchots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Blanchots Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-long-depaquit-blanchots-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 14,Red,Argentina,"Expensive Malbec, but there's no denying its quality and class. The bouquet is super smooth and silky, but also powerful. And that pretty much describes the palate: beautiful berry fruit rides a wave of richness that comes with accents of vanilla and pepper. Sexy, alluring wine with character.",Adrianna Vineyard,120,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Adrianna Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2006-adrianna-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Bodega Catena Zapata 14.5,White,Italy,"This expression of Chardonnay from Abruzzo in Central Italy delivers amazing intensity and opulence, but what sets this particular vintage apart is the purity of its aromas. The drying mineral note in particular appears vibrant and fresh and gives backbone to the whole wine. Long-lasting flavors of apricot, honey and almond cap the finish.",Marina Cvetić,60,93,Central Italy,Colline Teatine,,Masciarelli 2007 Marina Cvetić Chardonnay (Colline Teatine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masciarelli-2007-marina-cvetic-chardonnay-colline-teatine/,Chardonnay,2007,Masciarelli 14.6,White,US,"A super Chardonnay at a very reasonable price. The grapes come from two vineyards, Bien Nacido and Solomon Hills. The wine is fresh and fragrant, with brisk acidity giving a bracing feel to the citrus, nectarine and pear flavors. There's a minerality that adds structural integrity to the richness.",,25,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Alta Maria 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-maria-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Alta Maria 13,White,France,"A beautifully balanced wine, its acidity blending easily with the fresh fruits, toast and rich texture. There is a high mineral content, but this fits well into the white fruits, lime zest and final freshness.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Clos Grand Cru,,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-long-depaquit-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 13,Red,France,"From Bouchard's own vineyards, this is a fine example of what is among the most renowned of Volnay's vineyards. It has much of the generosity of Volnay along with a solid core of structure, bringing plum skins, dry tannins and red berry fruits. Calls for medium-term aging as befits a lighter vintage.",Clos des Chênes Premier Cru,69,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Clos des Chênes Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-clos-chenes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.7,Red,US,"A fine, pure, fruity young wine. May be the one to drink while you're waiting for your other David Arthurs to age. Shows strong, ripe blackberry, currant, cherry, cola and cedar flavors, wrapped into exceptionally smooth tannins. Still, it should develop for a good eight years in a cool cellar.",Meritaggio,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2007 Meritaggio Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2007-meritaggio-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,David Arthur 14.5,White,US,"Chards from this vineyard always show a typicity of intensely ripe citrus and tropical fruits, backed with bracing acidity and a stony minerality. This bottling threatens to go over the top in apricot sorbet that may have a touch of botrytis, but it wisely pulls back into balance at the last moment. Will gradually lose fruit over the next 10 years, becoming nuttier and drier.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Krutz 2007 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2007-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Krutz 14,White,Austria,"It takes a while for the elegant wood to show through this broad, ripe wine. But then it brings an extra richness and vanilla creaminess. The wine is beautifully balanced, with its spice fitting well into the apple juice and green plum fruit flavors. One of the finest Chardonnays from Austria.",Tatschler,,93,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2007 Tatschler Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2007-tatschler-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2007,Kollwentz 14.2,Red,US,"Dark as midnight on a moonless night,with an impenetrable, mysterious aroma, this wine is nowhere near ready to drink, but it shows considerable promise. Teases with flavors of blackberry tart, black currants, mocha and sweet violets, and chocaholics will appreciate the dark, slightly sweet chocolate notes. Dramatic and complex, this Syrah should develop through the next six years, at least.",,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Heintz 2008 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heintz-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Heintz 14.2,White,US,"Run, don't walk to buy up cases of this beautiful, well-priced Chardonnay. It's rich and sumptuous in vanilla oak and lees-inspired flavors of pineapples, pears and lime tart. Easy to find, with production of 17,496 cases.",,18,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Fess Parker ,White,France,"A finely balanced wine, with the acidity a pure streak through the white pear and lime flavors. The wine is rich, the wood so carefully judged with the beautiful fruit.",,104,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2007 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2007-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Leflaive 13.9,White,US,"Rhône white blends are among the toughest to pull off in California, but Atmosphere does a terrific job. Among the top of its class, it's bone dry, crisp and minerally, with subtle, complex flavors of white peach, papaya, fig, vanilla and buttercream flavors. Really good. Try as an alternative to a rich Chardonnay.",La Prenda Vineyard Dos Burros,30,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2008 La Prenda Vineyard Dos Burros Marsanne-Roussanne (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2008-prenda-vineyard-burros-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-sonoma-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2008,Atmosphere 15.3,White,US,"Great price for a Chardonnay this rich and attactive.Although the alcohol is relatively high, the wine feels balanced, with a proper tension between ripe fruit, oak, alcohol, lees and acidity. Offers savory flavors of lemondrop candy, pineapple tart and buttered toast.",Clone 95,27,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Clone 95 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-clone-95-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Cambria 14,Red,France,"A big, rounded wine that brings in power, concentration and weight. Perhaps too much weight: a huge mouthful of fruit and tannins. It really needs many years to come together with all this punch and rich texture.",,214,93,Burgundy,Chapelle-Chambertin,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Chapelle-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-chapelle-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,White,France,"A big, burly Chablis, beautifully ripe, exhibiting powerful fruits overlaying a core of citrus and apple skin texture. The wine is open, rich, with an enticing juicy character, finished with bright, ripe acidity.",Bougros Grand Cru,75,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Bougros Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-bougros-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre 13.5,White,France,"There is definite gravitas in this big wine. It has the proper power of a Corton-Charlemagne and is a rich and concentrated wine that shows big fruits, a fine cut of acidity and layered wood. A wine for the long term.",,,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Roux Père et Fils 14.9,Red,US,"Freshly picked blackberries that got ripe under the hot summer sun. Lots of ground black peppercorn dust. Black currant liqueur, black licorice and even a smattering of pancetta. These are the flavors of this delicious, complex Petite Sirah. It shows the big, firm tannins the variety is famous for, but they're exceptionally ripe and fine. Absolutely first-class, one of the best Petite Sirahs of the vintage, and it's not surprising that it comes from Napa Valley.",,36,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2007 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2007-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Titus 13.5,White,France,"Rich, full, powerful Chardonnay, with yellow fruits balanced with lemon, green apple and white currants. The structure, though, pushes the wine into a mineral direction, adding tightness and toast to the ebullient fruit. Age for 4–5 years and more.",Perrières Premier Cru,106,94,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Perrières Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,Red,France,"Elegance and weight characterize this powerful wine. It has style, moving easily from the perfumed berry fruits to the blacker and dusty tannins, with the concentration of acidity and freshness within the firm texture. For aging.",,212,94,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.8,Red,US,"Very fine, very pure Syrah. Intense, well-structured, complex, a wine to lay down for a while, although it's delicious now. Shows spicy flavors of black currants, blueberries and plums, with great, big, softly lush tannins. Should glide smoothly through 2015.",Stagecoach Vineyard,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krutz 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Krutz 13.5,Red,France,"Big fruit, big tannins and a delicious raspberry jelly feel are found on this complex wine. The fruit is equal to the dusty tannins, with the acidity—typical of the year—very prominent. The wine has richness though, with a tangible final burst of power.",Le Corton,110,94,Burgundy,Corton,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Le Corton (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-le-corton-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.5,Red,France,"Bouchard owns some fine parcels in Clos de Vougeot and this shows in the dense character of the wine, with its minerality and tight structure. It is dark, brooding almost, very dry, but likely to age well over many years.",,206,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.4,White,US,"Here's a very dry, steely and streamlined Chardonnay. Brims with mineral-infused pineapple tart, buttered toast and honey flavors. Feels wonderfully elegant and balanced, and will pair beautifully with barbecued salmon. The vineyard is located on the so-called Santa Maria bench, one of the region's prime growing areas.",Nielson Vineyard,27,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2007 Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2007-nielson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Byron 14.9,Red,US,"Fruit and oak combine in this young, sensuous wine to make for immediate drinkability, but it's ageable. Floods the mouth with ripe, forward flavors of blackberry pie with the smoky-sweet crust, and there are notes of cola, black currant liqueur and Indian spices. This is a very fine, elegant Cabernet, with superfine tannins. It should age well throughout the decade.",InSpire,60,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Boyanci 2007 InSpire Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boyanci-2007-inspire-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Boyanci ,White,France,"At this stage, the wine is closed up, the fruit quite tight. But it is extremely rich, the potential from the spice, broad white fruits and intense minerality all promising good aging.",Clavoillon Premier Cru,145,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2007 Clavoillon Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2007-clavoillon-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Leflaive 13,White,France,"A wine in two parts. It opens soft, with attractive green and white fruits. Then a tight, steely grip shows through, offering aging as well as a taut mineral character. Give the wine 4–5 years.",Les Clos Grand Cru,81,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2007 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2007-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 14.1,Red,US,"A Syrah of considerable proportions, made in the Novy style of power and ripeness. It's suprising that Novy didn't priced it higher, as it has that extractive richness and inherent wealth of texture that are the domain of expensive red wines. Just tremendous in blackberries, chocolate and spices, with the most beautiful tannins. Drink now, with the finest meats.",Parsons' Vineyard,29,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2007 Parsons' Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-parsons-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Novy 14.3,Red,US,"Fans of the Northern Rhône might argue that this Syrah is too fruity, but there's no questioning its boldly Californian beauty. It thrills the palate with explosive blackberries, blueberries, cherries, currants, cocoa and spices, yet is balanced in refined tannins, and completely dry on the finish. In other words, superb.",Page-Nord Vineyard,29,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 2007 Page-Nord Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-page-nord-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Novy 15.5,Red,US,"A tremendous Zinfandel. Combines sheer volume of power fruit with finesse to essentially define the variety. With rich acidity and some firm, chewy tannins, it's brilliantly dry, displaying blackberry tart, black currant, cola, mocha, bacon and pepper flavors, dusted with savory Indian spices. A very great Zinfandel whose high alcohol is simply part of the wine's personality.",Riebli Valley Vineyard,48,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,De Loach 2007 Riebli Valley Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2007-riebli-valley-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,De Loach 14.6,White,US,"Oak dominates this 100% barrel-fermented Chardonnay, giving vanilla crème brûlée and buttered toast notes, but they marry well with the pineapple and pear tart flavors of the fruit. The overall impression is flashy and elaborate. The grapes come from the highly regarded Nielson Vineyard.",Wente Clone,35,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2007 Wente Clone Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2007-wente-clone-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Byron 14.8,Red,US,"New oak dominates this wine, with a rich eruption of toasted meringue, vanilla, burnt butter sauce and woodspice aromas and flavors, yet beneath that elaborate veneer is a wine that easily supports it. The fruit is fantastically concentrated, suggesting cherries and black raspberries baked into a pie—pie crust, and dusting of cinnamon sugar and cocoa included. For all that, the wine is thoroughly dry. Whoever says Merlot is dead should taste this beauty.",Truchard Vineyards,65,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2007 Truchard Vineyards Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2007-truchard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Carter ,White,France,"A firm, tight wine, still young, still not showing all the roundness and weight that is potentially there. This is a wine that needs decanting, offering some good aging potential.",,200,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Morey-Blanc 2007 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2007-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Morey-Blanc 13,White,France,"Still tasting young, with its lemon and lime flavors dominant, this is going to be a serious, mineral-driven wine. It has plenty of fruit, but it is caged in a firm, tight texture of green fruits. Obviously it needs aging.",Les Clos Grand Cru,70,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Simonnet-Febvre 14.2,Red,US,"Finely crafted and densely structured, this young Cabernet shows the many fine features of a superior Napa Valley wine. It's very dry, and the tannins are thick and firm. They're also quite astringent, with a lockdown mode that makes it hard to appreciate the wine's deep flavors of blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate. Should age well. 2012–2018.",,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Roy Estate 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roy-estate-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Roy Estate 14.6,Red,US,"A brilliant Malbec, among the greatest ever produced in California. It's fat and opulent, shocking the palate with massive flavors of blackberries, blueberries, plums, cola, peppery spices and sweet, smoky sandalwood. Firm tannins hold everything in place, while the finish is thoroughly dry. Only 100 cases were produced, but it's worth a search.",Krupp Vineyard,50,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krutz 2007 Krupp Vineyard Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2007-krupp-vineyard-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2007,Krutz 13,White,France,"Tight and still young, a wine that brings out the intense acidity of the vintage, hiding its power and potential at the moment. But both are there, offering a concentrated wine that will develop slowly as befits its Grand Cru status.",,,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Maison Jessiaume 2007 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2007-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Maison Jessiaume 14.5,White,US,"The grapes come mainly from the Rancho Santa Rosa vineyard, which is a great one, source to many top-scoring Chardonnays over the years. The wine is brisk, tart and clean, with rich, dramatic flavors of pineapple, lime, honeysuckle and buttered toast. Really elegant and wonderful, and should blossom through early 2012.",Cuvée Diana,36,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2008 Cuvée Diana Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-cuvee-diana-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Longoria 14.5,White,Australia,"Dramatic, with opulent honeyed peach and tropical fruit notes framed by smoky hints of roasted cashew and vanilla. Despite the flamboyant personality and full-bodied richness, there's also a sense of elegance, and an intense, lingering finish. Drink now–2014, although some folks swear the Art Series will go even longer.",Art Series,89,94,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2006 Art Series Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2006-art-series-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2006,Leeuwin Estate 14.5,Red,Argentina,"From a 50+-year-old vineyard in La Consulta in the Uco Valley comes this bold, seriously built Malbec. Black cherry and coconut aromas settle in nicely, followed by forward raspberry, mocha and coffee notes. Great acidity, tannic foundation, structure and fillings; it's like a happy house. Drink from 2011 through 2015.",Viña Adriana Venturin Single Vineyard,50,94,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Trapiche 2006 Viña Adriana Venturin Single Vineyard Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2006-vina-adriana-venturin-single-vineyard-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2006,Trapiche 13.5,White,France,"Still young, of course, but already the wine is showing great fruits, smoothed by wood, offering style and sophistication. As it opens up, the flavors of pears and sweet apples join the toast and the ripeness. This is on the path to greatness; give it 5–6 years and more.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,80,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-clos-mouches-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Joseph Drouhin 15,Red,US,"A wonderfully rich, complex and ageworthy Cabernet. It displays the impeccable winemaking from this winery, with deep, long flavors of blackberries, currants and chocolate, and while it's drinkable now, those sturdy Diamond Mountain tannins should carry the wine forward for 6–8 years.",,100,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Hall 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hall 13.5,Red,Austria,"One of Austria's iconic reds, Mariental comes from a single vineyard in the hills above Rust on the Neusiedlersee. It is finely perfumed, the perfumes following through to the rich but firm palate, which is elegant and dense in texture, with ripe blueberry and strawberry fruits founded on solid tannins. Age for several years.",Ried Mariental,,94,Burgenland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2007 Ried Mariental Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2007-ried-mariental-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Ernst Triebaumer 14.9,Red,US,"Buying and cellaring this expensive wine requires an act of faith, because right now, it's not showing much in the way of sophistication. It's massive in fruit, exploding on the palate with in-your-face blackberries, black currants and cherries, not to mention caramelized oak. It's almost rude. Your only choice is to age it. All indications, however, are in its favor. Try after 2014.",Elevation 1147 Estate,135,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2007 Elevation 1147 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2007-elevation-1147-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,David Arthur 14.3,White,US,"A small-production barrel selection from the estate vineyard, this fine wine is brilliantly rich and balanced, proving that Napa Valley can produce excellent Chardonnay. With pineapple, lemon, lime and buttered toast flavors, it's ultraclean in acidity and vibrant in minerals. While it's quite dry, it finishes with a rich flourish of honey.",Hope's Cuvee Estate Grown and Bottled,65,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2008 Hope's Cuvee Estate Grown and Bottled Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2008-hopes-cuvee-estate-grown-bottled-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Signorello 14.8,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich, a tremendous Syrah from this unique vineyard in the heart of the valley. Black in color and bone dry, it explodes in concentrated blackberry, blueberry, cassis, mocha, pepper and sandalwood flavors, but even more impressive is the tannic structure: so soft, intricate and silky. Wonderful with spicy pork and beef dishes.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard Block 6,55,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2007 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Block 6 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2007-purisima-mountain-vineyard-block-6-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Beckmen 13.5,Red,France,"This has good weight, power and rich fruit. The impressive structure is everything here, forming a solid frame on which to build the ripe plum and fruit flavors. Obviously for aging, over the next 5–6 years and more.",,325,95,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.5,Red,Italy,This drop-dead gorgeous Brunello (from Angelo Gaja's estate in Montalcino) boasts the beauty and charm of a vineyard that is blossoming with quality and intensity of fruit. You'll get traditional notes of black licorice and cherry liqueur backed by elegant notes of spice and earth.,Rennina,155,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pieve Santa Restituta 2004 Rennina (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-santa-restituta-2004-rennina-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Pieve Santa Restituta 13,White,France,"A bright, steely wine with great concentration and a tight, mineral character. This is impressive Grand Cru Chablis for the long term, based for the moment on lime, almonds and green plums, but itching to broaden out.",Les Preuses Grand Cru,95,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Les Preuses Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-preuses-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre 14.3,White,US,"Don't drink this beauty too cold with your lobster, crab or scallops. It has the weight of a noble wine, with minerality and creaminess giving shape and texture to the leesy, yeasty flavors of pineapples, Key lime pie and ripe pear purée. Aged in 40% new French oak, California Chardonnay hardly gets any better than this.",Ashley's Vineyard,28,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2008 Ashley's Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-ashleys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Fess Parker 17.2,Red,US,"If you had to choose one Zinfandel to showcase Dry Creek Valley, it's this one. The vines are said to be over 100 years of age. Just superb. Has the balance and depth of a fine Cabernet Sauvignon, but with Zin's spicy, briary, brambly personality. Erupts in wild berry, currant, cola, leather, mocha and peppery spice flavors that are so rich and deep and long-lasting. Pricey, but sets a benchmark for Zinfandel. Only 550 cases were produced.",Buchignani-Garcia Vineyard Old Vine Reserve,60,95,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Deerfield 2006 Buchignani-Garcia Vineyard Old Vine Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-2006-buchignani-garcia-vineyard-old-vine-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Deerfield 14.8,Red,US,"Expensive, yes, but a very fine wine, showcasing what Napa Cab can do at a world-class level. But you want to cellar it, because it's all primary fruit, unintegrated oak and tannins now. Beyond the sweet cedar application you'll find deep, noble flavors of black currants and minerals, wrapped into the finest tannins imaginable. Hold until 2013,at least, and should provide good drinking for many years.",Estate,95,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,David Arthur 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, dramatic Cabernet. The underlying fruit is spectacular, offering tiers of blackberries, black currants and cocoa, while 100% new French oak aging lends strong, but balanced, layers of toast. The tannins are ripe and sturdy, yet very finely ground. Really a beautiful example of the modern style, and should develop over the next six years.",Revilo Vineyard,85,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2007 Revilo Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2007-revilo-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Carter 13,White,France,"From a parcel that used to belong to the Hospices in Chablis until purchased by the Moreau family. It is a beautifully fashioned wine, its steely character rounded out with delicious ripe fruits, green apples, pear skin and kiwi fruit. Impressive and for aging.",Clos des Hospices Dans Les Clos Grand Cru,110,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2007 Clos des Hospices Dans Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2007-clos-hospices-dans-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils ,White,Austria,"Bründlmayer's flagship wine, always right at the top. The fruit of this youthful 2008 is very perfumed, totally aromatic, with flavors of currants, pure steel texture and wonderful ripeness. While it shows crisp herbaceousness on the finish, it is the purity of the line that makes this wine so special. Worth aging for six years and more.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Alte Reben,,95,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2008 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Alte Reben Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2008-zobinger-heiligenstein-alte-reben-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2008,Bründlmayer 14,Red,Argentina,"Stately, stunning Malbec with alluring aromas of balsam wood, flower petals, cocoa and cola along with major league berry action. The palate is saturated, pure, tannic and loaded with blasting berry fruit, licorice and more. Let it age for at least another year or two (maybe more). Then let it rip with a porterhouse steak.",Argentino,120,95,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Argentino Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2006-argentino-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Bodega Catena Zapata 13.5,Red,France,"Still very young, this is showing the proper staying power of a powerful wine. The structure is complex and dense, the plum and cranberry fruits are wrapped in tannins and hints of wood. The wine powers through the palate, promising long-term aging. A great success for the vintage.",,259,95,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Chambertin Clos de Bèze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,White,France,"The flagship wine from Bichot's Long-Depaquit estate is, as usual, impressive. It has richness, balance, full white fruits with just a hint of steeliness. Powered by a citrus acidity, it looks likely to age well over several years.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Moutonne Grand Cru,,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine Long-Depaquit Moutonne Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-long-depaquit-moutonne-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Albert Bichot 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Probably the best value in high-end Malbec from Argentina is Trapiche's single-vineyard series, which in 2006 was led by this bottling from an Uco Valley vineyard. It's lush, perfectly ripe and full of cola, black fruit and intensity. There's nary a chink in its fiber, and the rush of fruit that hits the palate followed by layers of subtleties is impressive. Great with grilled meat; drink now through 2015.",Viña Federico Villafañe Single Vineyard,50,95,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Trapiche 2006 Viña Federico Villafañe Single Vineyard Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2006-vina-federico-villafane-single-vineyard-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2006,Trapiche 14.5,Red,US,"This is De Loach's finest Zinfandel of their five new releases. In fact, it's their best Zinfandel ever, and one that defines Sonoma County cool-climate Zinfandel. It's brilliant in balance and structure, with beautifully sculpted tannins and fine acidity, and just the right touch of oak. Within that package are savory flavors of wild blackberries, picked at their peak under the summer sun. So easy to drink, yet so complex.",O.F.S.,30,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2007 O.F.S. Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2007-ofs-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,De Loach 13.5,White,France,"Big and weighty, the wood very dominant, a wine with considerable potential. It feels important, seriously structured, edging on austere, but promising a much broader character after several years.",,170,95,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.5,White,France,"Straddling richness and beautiful liveliness, this is going to be an impressive wine. It does need aging. At this stage, the wood is a big element, but then the bright white fruits—pears, white currants along with tangerines—will move center stage. Keep at least six years, almost certainly more.",,328,95,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Chevalier-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.8,Red,US,"As rich as Napa Cab gets. Made solidly in the modern style, it's soft, elaborate and flamboyant, suggesting ultraripe blackberry pie, currant, mocha-choca and sweet oak flavors. The all-important tannins are smooth as velvet. Few Cabs are more delicious for drinking now, but longterm prospects are entirely unpredictable.",Coliseum Block,125,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2007 Coliseum Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2007-coliseum-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Carter 14.2,White,US,"What a roll Fess Parker Winery is on with their '08 Chardonnays. Not only great wine, but priced so well. This wine, sourced from Parker's U Block in this famous Santa Maria Valley vineyard, is as rich as any Chardonnay of the vintage—just massive in pineapple, pear and buttered toast flavors. Yet it's crisp and tart, clean and bracing in its minerality. Only 115 cases produced.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,28,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Fess Parker ,White,France,"A powerful wine, showing rich, opulent Chardonnay. The spice and acidity crispen the wine, but leave the powerful fruit in all its glory.",Les Pucelles Premier Cru,260,96,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2007 Les Pucelles Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2007-pucelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"From a parcel within the Chevalier-Montrachet vineyard, this is beautifully balanced, but a wine with considerable potential. It is rich, but thrust through with a sword of steel, giving acidity that offers a succulent counterpoint to the yellow fruits. The wood is becoming well integrated, offering further richness. For long-term aging.",La Cabotte,660,96,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 La Cabotte (Chevalier-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-cabotte-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.7,Red,US,"This is an extraordinarily rich and rewarding Cabernet to drink now. Drenched in all new French oak, it's elaborate in spicy, charred wood and vanillins, but the underlying wine easily supports that weight. It's flamboyant in blackberries, cherries, chocolate, red licorice and cola. The alcohol seems high, but that's in the modern style, and there's no denying the sheer lusciousness.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,125,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2007 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2007-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Carter 15,White,Italy,"Made with Malvasia Toscano and Trebbiano grapes (unlike the slightly more complex Occhio di Pernice Vin Santo, which is made from Sangiovese), this is a delightfully rich and concentrated sweet wine that boasts unreal levels of intensity and personality. The wine is smooth and round with lingering notes of brown sugar, roasted almond, melted sugar, dried apricots and figs.",375ml,170,97,Tuscany,Vin Santo di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 1997 375ml (Vin Santo di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-1997-375ml-white-vin-santo-montepulciano/,White Blend,1997,Avignonesi 13.5,Red,Argentina,"If the color doesn't tell the full story, the nose will: it's impeccably perfumed, round and sweet, with amazing fruit aromas and a toasty background. The feel is as lush and rich as they come, and there's outstanding purity to the lusty black fruit flavors. A masher with elegance. Maybe the best Malbec Argentina has ever produced. Drink from 2011–15.",Nicasia Vineyard,120,97,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2006 Nicasia Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2006-nicasia-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Bodega Catena Zapata 15.3,Red,US,"Feels fancy and important in the mouth, with pure, refined tannins housing ripe, complex flavors of blackberries, black currants, cherries, chocolate, exotic spices and sweet, smoky oak. The finish is dry but with a tinge of sweetness, like an infused blackberry liqueur, which probably is the result of high (15.3%) alcohol. Very rich and layered, and a great addition to the Napa cult pantheon. Cabernet, with Cab Franc and Petit Verdot.",,140,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Continuum 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/continuum-2007-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Continuum 14.8,Red,US,"This is really a spectacular wine. It's hard to say why it's so superior to Krutz's 2005 bottling, but it's richer and more elegant in every respect. Combines immense power with great finesse. The refined essence of blackberries, black currants and spices thrills the palate, accented with the most beautiful coating of smoky oak. A great achievement that should develop in the bottle through 2018.",Stagecoach Vineyard,70,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krutz 2006 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2006-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Krutz ,White,France,"A glorious outpouring of beautifully crafted Chardonnay, opulent but tightly mineral. The ripe apple and pear character has a delicate, elegant squeeze of lime, while the whole wine is underpinned by wood. No doubt for long-term aging.",,411,98,Burgundy,Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2007 Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2007-chardonnay-bienvenues-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"From arguably the finest white wine vineyard in Burgundy, this is a powerful wine that shows great weight, but balances that with intense, elegant structure, style and freshness. The flavors are endless and complex, richness combining with the lively character of the vintage. Age for many years.",,757,98,Burgundy,Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 15,Dessert,Italy,"This sweet wine from Italy is guaranteed to blow your socks off. Its thickness and density resembles concentrated maple syrup or molasses. It is made with Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) grapes that are air-dried and then aged in small wood containers for many careful years. The gorgeous aromas include roasted chestnuts, brown sugar, prunes and sweet figs and you can sense the power too.",Occhio di Pernice,237,99,Tuscany,Vin Santo di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 1997 Occhio di Pernice (Vin Santo di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-1997-occhio-pernice-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vin-santo-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,1997,Avignonesi 13,White,Spain,"Quite sweaty, oily and hard, almost like an underdeveloped Verdejo or Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is also on the bitter, oily, pithy side, with only a little grapefruit and orange working their way through.",,17,80,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Coto de Gomariz 2008 White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-gomariz-2008-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2008,Coto de Gomariz 14,Red,Spain,"Way too charred and roasted. The mouthfeel is acceptable and ranks as the best part of the wine. The rest is just a burnt, charred, overoaked mess with flavors of earthy berry, leather, peanut and resin. A poor effort that makes you wonder what the winery was thinking.",Elaboración Especial,20,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2007 Elaboración Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2007-elaboracion-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Beronia 13,White,Argentina,"Smells like a can of green beans, or maybe it's canned peas. Either way, the nose is a siren call of what's to come: celery, acid, lime, asparagus and canned peas. No thank you.",Ciclos Fumé,30,80,Other,Salta,,Michel Torino 2009 Ciclos Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-ciclos-fume-sauvignon-blanc-salta/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Michel Torino 12.5,White,Spain,"Heavy and definitely on the mealy side of the fence, and fighting for any semblance of balance. Pithy as well. Sadly, the citrus fruit in this wine is not that appealing.",Gotín del Risc Joven,15,80,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad 2008 Gotín del Risc Joven Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-2008-gotin-risc-joven-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2008,Abad 12.5,White,Argentina,"Wines like this are why Argentina would be best served sticking to reds. This has no bouquet to speak of, and the palate is dilute, tangy, citrusy and sharp. Acceptable but that's it.",Famiglia Bianchi,12,80,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Famiglia Bianchi Sauvignon Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-famiglia-bianchi-sauvignon-blanc-san-rafael/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Valentín Bianchi 13,White,Spain,"Flat and gaseous smelling, with sulfur and no fruit to speak of. Tastes like bland nectarine and tangerine, and the body and finish are almost flabby. Borderline in terms of its acceptability.",Pindal,9,80,Northern Spain,Rueda,,TorresManur 2008 Pindal Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torresmanur-2008-pindal-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2008,TorresManur 13,White,Argentina,"Yellow and chunky, and definitely on the way toward the grave. Mustardy aromas are severely short on freshness, and the palate is just as flat, dull and mealy as the nose. A weird, low-acid blend of Chardonnay, Viognier and Chenin Blanc.",1492 White,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2009 1492 White White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2009-white-mendoza/,White Blend,1492,Cristobal 1492 12.5,White,Spain,"Soft, chunky and fading fast, with aromas of asparagus and canned green beans. The palate is flat as a board, with vegetal flavors and bitterness on the finish. Barely worth a sip at this point in its evolution.",,15,80,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Aromal 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aromal-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Aromal 14,Red,Spain,"Burnt smelling at first, and tart throughout, with pie cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors. There's not much to measure here; the wine runs sour and tastes mostly of red fruit skins and citric acid. 65% Tempranillo and 35% Garnacha.",Bardosa,9,81,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Lomablanca 2008 Bardosa Tempranillo-Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-lomablanca-2008-bardosa-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-carinena/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Bodegas Lomablanca 14,Red,Spain,"A weird wine in every way. The nose smells like something off the grid, with briney fruit, funky spice notes and compost. Creamy and oaky in the mouth, with herbal flavors and a dash of nutmeg and/or cardamom. Hard on the finish, and just too strange to bother with.",Campellares,12,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodega San Pedro Apóstol 2008 Campellares (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-san-pedro-apostol-2008-campellares-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodega San Pedro Apóstol 13.5,Red,Spain,"Only if you enjoy very lean, ultrafresh and tart red wines will this work. It starts with simple punchbowl aromas of red grapes and berry, and then comes a skinny, tart, grating palate that's all acid and no substance. Calling it “traditional” or a “terroir” wine would only be misleading.",,13,81,Levante,Jumilla,,Torre Castillo 2008 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-castillo-2008-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Torre Castillo 12,Red,Spain,"A burnt, stemmy nose is an indicator of what's to some. And while the palate has an o.k. feel to it, the flavors here are bitter, herbal and burnt. A wine that lacks freshness of fruit.",Flor del Montgó,12,81,Levante,Yecla,,Montgó 2008 Flor del Montgó Monastrell (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgo-2008-flor-mourvedre-monastrell-yecla/,Monastrell,2008,Montgó 14.5,White,US,Tired and over the hill. It's an old Chardonnay losing its fruit and turning vegetal.,,16,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Los Alisos 2007 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-alisos-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Los Alisos 13.5,White,US,"Soft and slightly sweet, this Pinot Grigio drinks like the syrup in a can of apricot and peach fruit.",,16,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra of Mendocino 2009 Pinot Grigio (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-mendocino-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Barra of Mendocino 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Green, grassy and not very appealing. There's a can't-miss murky, green, herbal character here that yields almost weedy fruit flavors and carob. Sweet, candied, green and just not that good for a Paul Hobbs-made wine.",Felino,19,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2008 Felino Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2008-felino-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2008,Viña Cobos 13.5,Red,Spain,"Colorful but aromatically defined by lean, green alfalfa, which doesn't portend much good. The palate is hard and underwhelming, with herbal, almost green berry fruit flavors. Similar on the finish. A 200,000-case product that comes across like a 200,000-case product.",Ilagares Tinto,8,81,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas San Martín 2008 Ilagares Tinto Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-san-martin-2008-ilagares-tinto-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2008,Bodegas San Martín 13,White,Argentina,"Generic at best, with lemon and pool water aromas that aren't about to stir many smiles. The palate is flat almost to the point of mushy, with dull lychee and green apple flavors.",Dos por Cuatro,11,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andes Grapes 2009 Dos por Cuatro Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andes-grapes-2009-por-cuatro-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Andes Grapes 14,Red,Spain,"Jammy, sweet and extremely raisiny, with a nose that matches the palate. Low in acid, so low in pulse. Pruney on the finish and seemingly overripe. Not well balanced.",Stylo Old Vines,10,81,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Agustín Cubero 2006 Stylo Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustin-cubero-2006-stylo-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2006,Agustín Cubero ,Red,Argentina,"Off the grid in terms of aromas, which hint at blueberry and candy but don't seem right or familiar. The palate is grainy and jammy, with raisiny flavors as well as souring acidity. Herbal and then bland on the short finish.",Dos por Cuatro,12,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andes Grapes 2009 Dos por Cuatro Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andes-grapes-2009-por-cuatro-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Andes Grapes 13.8,White,Argentina,"Vanilla and a dusty hollowness define the nose, and then comes an extremely sweet and sugary palate that almost makes your teeth and jaws hurt. Very sweet and unctuous, and thus it's to be avoided if dry whites are all you drink.",Reserve,12,81,Other,Argentina,,Alto 3 2008 Reserve Torrontés (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-3-2008-reserve-torrontes-argentina-114012/,Torrontés,2008,Alto 3 12.5,Red,Spain,"Stemmy, brambly raspberry aromas lead to a scouring, light palate of snappy, sharp-tasting red cherry and plum-skin flavors. Lean to the point that it's almost sour, and overall it's stretched extremely thin.",Arderius Tinto,8,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Leza García 2008 Arderius Tinto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-leza-garcia-2008-arderius-tinto-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Bodegas Leza García 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dull aromas of raspberry and plum skins turn sweeter with air, but the palate is too centered on thick, creamy, generic berry flavors that turn raisiny and chunky with time. Not grabby or cloying, but even so this wine doesn't hit many high notes.",Al Muvedre Tinto Joven,16,82,Levante,Alicante,,Telmo Rodríguez 2007 Al Muvedre Tinto Joven Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2007-al-muvedre-tinto-joven-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2007,Telmo Rodríguez 14.8,Red,US,"Smells funky. Although it's richer in the mouth, with blackberry, currant and cedar flavors, it's hard to get beyond that not-quite-clean smell. Something's tamping down the fruit, leaving behind alcohol and oak.",,58,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Townley 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townley-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Townley 13.9,Red,Australia,"Pretty top notes of fresh raspberry are a bit undermined by funky earth notes. The mouth is a bit sweet, with flavors of mushroom and plum that are lifted by a final kick of acidity. Drink up.",Classic,12,82,Victoria,Victoria,,Marquee 2008 Classic Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2008-classic-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2008,Marquee 14,Red,Spain,"Smells candied as well as burnt and stemmy. The palate is adequate on the surface but hollow in the middle, with dry, herbal raspberry flavors. Tastes more stemmy and distracted the longer you play with it. Not ready for prime time.",,10,82,Levante,Jumilla,,Merum 2008 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merum-2008-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Merum 13.9,Red,US,"Tart to the point of discomfort, this is not a very drinkable Pinot Noir, despite the fancy title. It has the flavor of a sweet and sour cherry candy.",Diamond Collection Silver Label,20,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Ford Coppola 2008 Diamond Collection Silver Label Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2008-diamond-collection-silver-label-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Francis Ford Coppola 13,Red,Spain,"Smells like wet cement, spearmint and light red fruits. The palate is dilute and acidic, with tangy, citrusy flavors of raspberry and cherry. Citric on the finish as well, although on the plus side you could say it's crisp and mostly fresh.",,7,82,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Candidato 2007 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candidato-2007-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2007,Candidato 15.1,Red,US,"With candied, sweet and sour cherry flavors, this Syrah is pretty rustic. It's very soft, but okay for a big party.",Estate Bottled,32,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bella Piazza 2007 Estate Bottled Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-piazza-2007-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2007,Bella Piazza 11.5,White,France,"Fresh Vouvray, but from that ill-defined, in-between, medium-dry category. It offers currant flavors, some texture, but never really shows great flavor or character.",,,82,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Barton & Guestier 13,Rose,Spain,"As in previous years, this wine just isn't that fresh and pure. The nose is briney, and the palate follows suit. There's some chunky grapefruit to ponder, but there's unavoidable pickled, vegetal notes come finishing time.",Cabernet Sauvignon,18,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,1+1=3 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1-1-3-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-rose-penedes/,Rosé,2009,1+1=3 ,Red,US,"Strongly herbal, as is often the case with Cabernet Franc, this does not have the off-setting grace notes of earth and spice to compensate. Sweaty and simple.",,17,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-vineyards-2006-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Mount Baker Vineyards 14.2,White,Argentina,"Aromas of applesauce, lemon cake and lychee are probably the best part of the wine. In the mouth, it's chunky and wan, with candied, sweet apple and melon flavors. Finishes heavy, and overall it seems to be on an early fade.",Festivo,18,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2009 Festivo Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2009-festivo-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Monteviejo 13.5,White,Argentina,"Much of what's wrong with Argentinean Chard is on full display here. The nose is stalky, hot and oily, with little freshness of fruit. And the mouth is hot and grating, with stemmy, bitter apple and citrus flavors. Tolerable on a good day, but is this really what the consumer wants?",Trumpeter,13,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Trumpeter Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-trumpeter-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Rutini 12.5,White,Australia,"Here's a choice for those who find most Australian Chardonnay overwhelming. St. Kilda's take is subtle, with some restrained pomelo notes laying over a base of popcorn and hay. There's not much fruit here though, and the finish drops short. Drink up.",,9,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,St. Kilda 2008 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-kilda-2008-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2008,St. Kilda 13.5,White,Argentina,"Maybe this wine is already past its prime, but given that we aren't that familiar gauging barrel-aged blends of Sauvignon Vert, Pinot Gris, Chard and Torrontés, all we can say is that it comes across odd, resiny and heavy. Barrel notes and mustard flavors aren't all that great, and overall it's chunky, soft and tastes strange.",Gran Lurton Corte Friulano,16,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2008 Gran Lurton Corte Friulano White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-gran-corte-friulano-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2008,François Lurton 14.5,Red,Spain,"Green to the point of being vegetal, with bell pepper and green bean aromas in addition to hidden berry fruit. It's grabby and tannic across the palate, while the flavors run toward green fruit and caramel. Deficient and hard as nails.",Torremilanos,30,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2006 Torremilanos (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2006-torremilanos-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Finca Torremilanos 13,Red,Spain,"Gassy smelling and candied on the nose, with medicinal, jumpy cherry aromas. The palate is hot and hard, with underwhelming, semisour plum and berry flavors. Herbal on the back end, with a weak, faux buttery aftertaste.",4 Meses En Barrica,20,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2008 4 Meses En Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2008-4-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Felix Callejo 14.1,Red,US,"Despite success with Syrah and Pinot Noir, this winery has had problems with their Bordeaux reds. This Cab shows why. It's unripe, with vegetal aromas and flavors that offer little satisfaction.",À Côté Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard,25,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2008 À Côté Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-a-cote-santa-barbara-highlands-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,La Fenêtre 14.6,Red,US,"This is a common wine, somewhat unripe, and with green tannins. It has flavors of sour cherry candy, with a tart finish.",Master's Red Blend Cask #05,10,82,California,California Other,California,Sacred Stone NV Master's Red Blend Cask #05 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-stone-nv-masters-red-blend-cask-05-other/,Red Blend,,Sacred Stone 15.5,White,US,"Simple, sweet, soft and hot in alcohol. That basically describes this Syrah. It has ripe flavors of blackberry and cherry jam.",Estate Bottled,32,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Villa Toscano 2007 Estate Bottled Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2007-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2007,Villa Toscano 14.7,Red,US,"A disappointment, given the wine's origins in a good vineyard. Smells troubled from the start, with an unripe, vegetal aroma. Tastes fruitier than that, but there's always that stubborn tug of asparagus.",White Hawk Vineyard,48,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Townley 2007 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townley-2007-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Townley 14.5,Red,US,"Not only is the name clumsy, so is the wine. It's bitterly dry and tannic, with the flavors coming mainly from caramelized oak. Fundamentally drinkable, but not a very interesting wine.",Thérèse Vineyards Lester Family Vineyards,35,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2007 Thérèse Vineyards Lester Family Vineyards Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2007-therese-lester-family-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2007,Martin Ranch 15,Red,US,"Too sweet by far, with sugary flavors of berry-cherry pie filling. The sweeteness is compounded by high alcohol and glycerines.",J.D. Hurley,23,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Martin Ranch 2007 J.D. Hurley Zinfandel (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2007-jd-hurley-zinfandel-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Martin Ranch 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Stemmy and earthy, as it smells like a mud puddle with herbal fruit mixed in. Tastes more like bitter, rubbery cherry than anything, and it's hard and dry on the finish, with a lasting flavor of baked beans. Not the worst thing going but not very good either.",Finca La Linda,11,82,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2008 Finca La Linda Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2008-finca-linda-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Luigi Bosca 13,Red,Spain,"While this wine doesn't really appeal to us, we can envision fans of Old World, leaner, more acidic wines signing on. What we see, however, is a light-bodied, high-acid wine with tart, lean raspberry and cherry skin flavors and a sour finish. Fresh for sure, but hollow and in need of more.",Paradigma,26,82,Levante,Valencia,,Nuestra Familia Bodeguera 2007 Paradigma Monastrell (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuestra-familia-bodeguera-2007-paradigma-mourvedre-monastrell-valencia/,Monastrell,2007,Nuestra Familia Bodeguera 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Attractive crisp raspberry fruits, with a creamy texture, but spoilt by a sweet caramel edge.",Fita Azul Passion Rosé Bruto,,82,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Borges NV Fita Azul Passion Rosé Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-fita-azul-passion-rose-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Borges 13,Red,Spain,"Funky smelling and unfamiliar, with sweet, candied spice notes and strange candied cherry aromas. Vibrant and bouncy in terms of feel, but follows the nose by tasting sweet and weird. Weak on the finish as well.",Rojo Granrojo,9,82,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2008 Rojo Granrojo Garnacha (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2008-rojo-granrojo-grenache-garnacha-tierra-castilla/,Garnacha,2008,Bodegas Navarro López 12.5,White,Argentina,"Light, tropical but ultimately dilute, with chalky, drying, tart flavors that run toward lemon and underripe pineapple. Lemony on the finish and monotone.",,7,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2009 Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Funky Llama 13,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and murky smelling, and lacking clarity and zap on the nose. Surprisingly, the palate is jacked up with acidity, and thus it's sharp in the mouth and strained. Flavors of red fruits are made creamy by forced oak, yielding a milk chocolate note to the finish.",,6,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Funky Llama 15.2,Red,US,"Not showing well now, unless you like your wines superripe to the point of sweetness, soft and hot. Tastes like a berry-chocolate candy bar melted down into wine, with lots of caramelized oak. Maybe it will go someplace down the road.",Wittstrom Vineyard,36,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ortman Family 2007 Wittstrom Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2007-wittstrom-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Ortman Family 13,Red,Argentina,"Incredibly candied and sweet smelling, much like cotton candy or pink marshmallows. The palate has a cloying, sticky mouthfeel and flavors of raisin, milk chocolate and herbal, tart berry fruits. Creamy and carob-like on the finish. Tastes and smells affected.",,8,82,Other,Famatina Valley,,Santa Florentina 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-florentina-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-famatina-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Santa Florentina 14.8,Red,US,"The texture's all wrong on this wine, because the ripeness levels and tannins are unbalanced. The cherry and wood flavors have streaks of green and jalapeño pepper, and there's some funkiness.",Mountain Cuvée,30,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Spotted Owl 2007 Mountain Cuvée Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spotted-owl-2007-mountain-cuvee-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Spotted Owl 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and simple. Tastes like a supermarket fruit juice blend of mango, peach and orange.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,McManis 2009 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2009-viognier-other/,Viognier,2009,McManis 14.7,Red,US,"Too soft, lacking vital structure, and too sweet for a dry table wine. Shows candied flavors of berries and cherries.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2006 Sangiovese (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2006-sangiovese-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Sangiovese,2006,Pietra Santa 13.5,Rose,US,"Pretty dark for a rosé, and heavy in the mouth, with the density almost of a red wine. Shows soft cherry and spice flavors.",Rosato,18,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2009 Rosato Rosé (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2009-rosato-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rosé,2009,Mosby 14.5,Red,Spain,"Sharp, medicinal and a little skunky to start with, and it remains acidic, tangy and hard in the mouth, with cranberry and cough medicine for flavors. Herbal and cutting on the finish. Not much to write home about.",6 Meses en Barrica,15,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2007 6 Meses en Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2007-6-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Emina 14.5,Red,US,"Oak completely overwhelms this wine. All you can smell and taste is char, caramel and wood spice, and the tannins, which are partly from oak barrels, are dense and hard. It's difficult even to discern any underlying fruit flavors, although if you try hard, you stumble across blackberries.",,50,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Faust 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faust-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Faust 12.5,White,Argentina,"Not bad on the nose, where you get some tropicality, buttercup and flower blossom. But once you get onto the palate things go south. The acidity is high, creating tangy, lemony flavors, and all totaled there's not much here besides generic citrus and water.",,6,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Funky Llama 12.5,White,Argentina,"Dusty, flat and cidery on the nose, and then heavy and clunky in the mouth, with flat, bland mildly bitter citrus and apple flavors. Finishes broad and pithy, and maybe a bit oxidized as well.",,10,82,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,François Lurton 2009 Pinot Gris (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-uco-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,François Lurton 13,Red,Spain,"Smells like compost, and never does that earthy, stenchiness lift. The palate is thick and muddled, with wan, dry, buttery raspberry flavors that lack direction. Finishes dry and bland, without much structure.",Roble,20,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Convento Oreja 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convento-oreja-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Convento Oreja 13.5,Red,Spain,"Candied on one hand but also gassy, barnyardy and less than clean and pure on the other. A basic mouthfeel is probably the high point, while flavors of underdeveloped berry fruit are more salty and leathery than anything. Fails to impress.",,9,82,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Copaboca 2008 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-copaboca-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-toro/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Bodegas Copaboca 13.9,Red,US,"A little coarse, with scoury tannins and sweet jammy raspberry and cherry fruit. Good for everyday, but not much going on.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Wild Horse 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Wild Horse 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and rubbery smelling, with brambly, mildly stemmy fruit aromas. The palate is plummy and red in character, with herbal raspberry on the back side. Dry, tangy and herbal on the finish; adequate at best as a whole, even at $9.",Elsa,9,83,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2008 Elsa Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2008-elsa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-rafael/,Syrah,2008,Valentín Bianchi 13.5,Red,Australia,"Exuberantly fruity, with mixed-berry scents and a straightforward palate of ripe cherries. Stays supple and generous through the sweetish finish. Drink up.",Select,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tall Poppy 2008 Select Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-poppy-2008-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2008,Tall Poppy 14.7,Red,US,"Smells and tastes not quite ripe. Now that the wine is softening and resolving at the age of 3-1/2 years, it's showing a streak of veggie green behind the cherries.",Odyssey,34,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Enkidu 2006 Odyssey Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enkidu-2006-odyssey-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2006,Enkidu 13.7,Red,Argentina,"A hot and fiery wine from San Juan province that mixes stewy barnyard aromas with black cherry. The palate has a syrupy, sugary feel and medicinal, creamy, baked berry flavors. Peppery on the finish, but with a medicinal aftertaste.",Ampakama,10,83,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2008 Ampakama Cabernet Sauvignon (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2008-ampakama-cabernet-sauvignon-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Casa Montes 13.5,White,US,"Tastes vegetal and tired. The wine is losing its pineapple and pear fruit, and there's not much to replace it except alcohol and oak.",,40,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Derbes 2006 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derbes-2006-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Derbes 13.9,Red,US,"Has a funky aroma from the very start that never blows off, and then turns soft and simple in the mouth. With its tamped down blackberry and oak flavors, it's okay, but could come from anywhere.",,50,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cedar Knoll 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-knoll-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cedar Knoll 13.9,White,Argentina,"Varietally correct on the nose, but weak, with lychee, tropical fruit and Fantastik cleanser aromas. The palate fails to hold form, yielding an oily, heavy feel along with lemony, mealy flavors. Pithy on the finish.",,9,83,Other,Cafayate,,Acordeón 2009 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2009-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,Acordeón 11,White,Portugal,"Dry Vinho Verde, showing all the citrus crispness that is the style's hallmark. It is light and fresh, demanding summer food, finishing with a brisk bite of acidity.",Branco,5,83,Vinho Verde,,,Campelo 2009 Branco White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campelo-2009-branco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2009,Campelo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earth, rubber and chunky black fruit aromas make for a heavy, muddled nose, while the medium-sized palate is stewy and briary, with jammy flavors of red fruits and rubber. More stewed and medicinal than anything.",,8,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Infinitus 2007 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2007-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2007,Infinitus 13.5,Red,Spain,"Warm and smelling of menthol, cough syrup and sweet, jammy berry fruit. The palate is also fairly medicinal in terms of flavor, while the feel is a bit hard and underdeveloped. Turns more tart and herbal the more you get to know it.",Roble,14,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legón 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legon-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Legón 13,White,Spain,"Clearly this isn't a vintage for long keeping. In fact, one of our usual favorite Ruedas is already on the downslide. The nose is chunky pineapple and the palate is dull and wayward, with flat, pithy citrus. Lacks the vibrancy José Pariente is know for. Wait for the 2009.",,23,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,José Pariente 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-pariente-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,José Pariente 14,White,Argentina,"Bland and chunky, with aromas of talcum powder and apple. The palate feel is a mix of spritz and heft, and the flavors of melon and peach are pithy and lean toward bitter. Dusty and heavy on the finish, an indication that it won't last long and has already seen better days.",Carrascal,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2009 Carrascal White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2009-carrascal-white-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Weinert 14.2,Red,US,"A bit soft and dull, but it's dry and silky like a Pinot Noir should be, with modest cherry and cola flavors.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bogle 14.9,Red,US,"Doesn't smell or taste quite ripe and clean. There are vegetal notes, with just enough cherry and oak flavors to earn a passing grade.",Riviera,19,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2008 Riviera Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-riviera-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Roasted, oaky and resiny on the nose, and then the palate delivers a bolt of acidity that makes the wine feel pointy in the mouth. The flavors are herbal and resiny, with foresty black fruit at the core. Creamy and sticky on the finish, and overall it struggles to present a pure, balanced picture.",Don David Reserve,16,83,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2008 Don David Reserve Syrah (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2008-don-david-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cafayate/,Syrah,2008,Michel Torino 14,Red,Australia,"Here's a restrained, woodsy interpretation of Cabernet Sauvignon at an accessible price point. It's crisp, with good berry fruit in the mouth and a short finish of barely ripe raspberries. Drink up.",,8,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oxford Landing 13,White,Argentina,"Flat on the nose, with neutral, slightly floral aromas. The palate is zesty and tart, with midland flavors of lemon, sour apple and lime. Chalky but o.k. on the finish. A one-dimensional white with hardly any lasting potential.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Odyssea 2009 Pinot Gris (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odyssea-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendoza/,Pinot Gris,2009,Odyssea 14.2,Red,US,"Smells and tastes ungenerous, probably due to unripe grapes that give an earthy, vegetal taste to the wine. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",À Côté,24,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2008 À Côté Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-a-cote-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2008,La Fenêtre ,Red,US,"From estate-grown fruit, this adds Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah to the Cab. The net result is a diffuse wine with no varietal character. Tannins are hard and bitter, and the fruit seems to be hiding.",,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Jones of Washington 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jones of Washington ,Red,US,"This soft, high-toned wine is more than a little sweet— either a stuck fermentation or intentional residual sugar. Strawberry candy, cracker, and a hint of sweat in the finish.",Red Roan Red Wine,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tagaris 2006 Red Roan Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2006-red-roan-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Tagaris ,Red,France,"A soft wine, full of cherry preserve flavors, along with a bright, fresh waft of acidity. It is just spoilt by the banana flavor from the vinification.",Le Chat Rouge,11,83,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Le Chat Rouge (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-le-chat-rouge-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2008,Signé Vigneron 13.5,Red,Spain,"Minty and herbal smelling, with stemmy, generic fruit aromas. The palate is sticky and creamy, while the flavors are chunky, flat and lean toward herbal berry. An oaky, syrupy wine with a mild green streak.",,17,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Colina Verde 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colina-verde-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Colina Verde 13,White,Argentina,"Chunky and generic smelling, with a nutty, oily palate that isn't purely focused or clean. The palate has some bitterness and excess weight along with fading lychee and melon flavors. Not a terrible wine for $9 but the low price doesn't erase its flaws.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Espiritu de Argentina 10,White,Portugal,"With a prickle on the tongue and a light burst of acidity, this is a crisp Muscat, with typical aromatic character. It just misses total freshness.",Confraria,,83,Lisboa,,,Adega Cooperativa Cadaval 2009 Confraria Moscatel (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cadaval-2009-confraria-moscatel-muscat-moscatel-lisboa/,Moscatel,2009,Adega Cooperativa Cadaval 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"A dry rosé, dominated by caramel and raspberry fruit flavors. It has attractive acidity, but the texture does feel heavy, leaving a dull aftertaste.",Ventozelo,13,83,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2009 Ventozelo Rosé (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2009-ventozelo-rose-douro/,Rosé,2009,Quinta de Ventozelo ,Red,US,"This is a very light Cabernet, with pale strawberry fruit and earthy tannins. The blend includes smaller amounts of Merlot, Syrah and Petit Verdot.",Barrel Select,14,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker Vineyards 2007 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-vineyards-2007-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mount Baker Vineyards 13.5,Rose,US,"Heavy and jammy for a rosé, with strong flavors of cherry, oranges and raspberries. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Nebbiolo.",J.D. Hurley Cabiolo,13,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Martin Ranch 2009 J.D. Hurley Cabiolo Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2009-jd-hurley-cabiolo-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2009,Martin Ranch 13.7,White,US,"So fruity it's almost sweet. Made in the popular style, it's candied in vanilla, pineapple, buttered toast and caramel flavors.",Diamond Collection Gold Label,15,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Ford Coppola 2008 Diamond Collection Gold Label Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2008-diamond-collection-gold-label-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Francis Ford Coppola 12,Rose,US,"A strongly flavored, rather heavy rosé that's almost as full-bodied as a Grenache, which forms half the blend, with Syrah. It shows flavors of cherries and raspberries, and lacks delicacy.",Sofia,17,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Coppola 2009 Sofia Rosé (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2009-sofia-rose-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rosé,2009,Francis Coppola 13.5,White,Argentina,"Dull and dilute, but painless. The palate is chunky but with enough acids to stay lively, and the flavors of green apple, lemon and pineapple are decent enough. Tangy and slightly bitter on the finish.",Centenario Reserve,12,83,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2009 Centenario Reserve Pinot Grigio (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2009-centenario-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-san-juan/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Graffigna 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Snappy, prickly, red-currant aromas fail to improve with airing. The palate is high in acidity, creating a sheer feel to the cherry and raspberry fruit that drives the flavor profile. Drying and hollow on the finish. Very regular wine, with bramble and tartness.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Espiritu de Argentina 13,Red,Spain,"Hot, earthy aromas settle on leather and tomato, while the palate is gritty and tastes of dark, smoky, chunky black fruit. More tangy and angular on the finish than desirable, with limited depth. Standard stuff on its best day.",,17,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,El Arte de Vivir 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-arte-vivir-2008-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,El Arte de Vivir 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark, crusty aromas mix with sweet coconut on the nose, while the palate seems lactic and oaky despite fairly pointed acidity. Berry and plum flavors are entirely regular, and the finish is sharp due to the aforementioned acidity. A bit leafy tasting as well.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Four Aces 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-aces-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Four Aces 14.5,Red,US,"Too acidic for comfort, with a harsh bite that's almost vinegary. Too bad, because the underlying cherry and cola flavors are just fine.",Numbers,75,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Adrian Fog 2007 Numbers Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adrian-fog-2007-numbers-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adrian Fog 14.4,Red,US,"An everyday Cab for drinking with tacos, burgers and similar simple fare. It's dry and rugged, with some good blackberry flavors.",Elements of Artesa,18,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Artesa 2006 Elements of Artesa Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2006-elements-of-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Artesa 14.5,White,Argentina,"Harsh and less than clear on the nose despite a lack of oak. The palate is pithy and hot, with bitter apple and apricot flavors in front of a similarly pithy finish that brings banana into the fold. Sweet and heavy on the finish, which isn't all that surprising given its 14.5% alcohol level.",Unoaked,11,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2009,Andeluna 14.5,Red,US,"High acidity gives this wine a serious bite of tartness. It's unbalanced. The cherry and cola flavors also veer into overripe raisins, giving the wine a grapeskin bitterness.",Savoy Vineyard,75,83,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Adrian Fog 2007 Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adrian-fog-2007-savoy-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adrian Fog 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little burnt and leathery smelling, with stem, bramble and raspberry aromas. The palate is sheering and tight, with semisharp acidity enlivening herbal, peppery red fruit flavors. As a whole, there isn't a lot of substance here to weigh.",,9,83,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Viña Paquita 2008 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-paquita-2008-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,Viña Paquita 12,Sparkling,France,"Good, rich, fruited wine,with lively acidity and a pure fresh character. There is some maturity here, a wine with a fine texture, finishing with rich toast.",Pinot Noir Brut,25,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre NV Pinot Noir Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-nv-pinot-noir-brut-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,,Simonnet-Febvre 15.5,Red,US,"Just delicious. Feels soft and lush and chocolaty in the mouth, with melted blackberry and cherry flavors that taste like they were baked into a pie. The alcohol is high, in the California style, and the wine won't age, but it's fine now with a grilled steak.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Padilla Erickson 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padilla-erickson-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Padilla Erickson 13.5,White,US,"This wine really flaunts its stuff (and its oak aging) in its rich, creamy body and intensely luscious profile. Aromas and flavors of buttered brioche, baked apples, butter and light smoky spice fill out the nose and mouth, with notes of sweet vanilla-infused spice lingering throughout the long finish. Oaky, sure, but well balanced and delicious, too.",Vintner's Pride,30,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2007 Vintner's Pride Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-vintners-pride-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Pellegrini Vineyards 13.8,Red,US,"A good, rich, village-style Pinot Noir with some real class, especially in the structure. The flavors of cola, cherries, red currants, licorice and cocoa are just fine, but it's the crispness and silky tannins that lift it up.",Heintz Ranch,28,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutch Bill Creek 2008 Heintz Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutch-bill-creek-2008-heintz-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutch Bill Creek 14.4,Red,US,"Very dry, peppery and tannic, a big, tough Syrah that needs big, rich foods to balance it. Its deeply ripe flavors are of blackberries, dark chocolate, red currants and bacon.",db Premier Coastal Vineyard,38,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,db Winery 2008 db Premier Coastal Vineyard Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/db-winery-2008-db-premier-coastal-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2008,db Winery 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Scratchy raspberry aromas lend some harshness to the bouquet, but that's replaced soon after by earthy berry fruit notes. The palate is plump and full, with chunky, thick flavors of black fruit that are nice but quiet. Fruity, jammy and easygoing throughout. Drink now into 2012.",La Madras Vineyard,19,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2008 La Madras Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2008-madras-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Ricardo Santos 13.5,White,France,"Broad, ripe, full in the mouth, packed with soft white fruits and an open structure. There is some wood, the vanilla melding easily into the fruit. For drinking now.",Les Chaniots Premier Cru,27,88,Burgundy,Montagny,,Vignerons de Buxy 2007 Les Chaniots Premier Cru (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2007-chaniots-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2007,Vignerons de Buxy 13,Red,France,"A smooth, perfumed wine, with an initial barnyard character that then softens into red fruits and soft tannins. Relatively light, going more for juiciness than weight.",Beaune du Château Premier Cru,35,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Beaune du Château Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-beaune-chateau-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 12,White,Austria,"A blend of Weissburgunder and Neuburger, this offers soft, open, generous fruit, creamed apples and a hint of spice. The wine has an attractive, warm series of flavors that roll richly around the mouth. A few months' aging would bring out even more flavor. Screwcap.",Leithaberg Weiss,,88,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2008 Leithaberg Weiss White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2008-leithaberg-weiss-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2008,Tinhof 13.5,White,France,"This wine that offers both minerality and a fresh, creamy character. It is light, with citrus and bright pear flavors finishing as fresh and crisp as they come.",,30,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.9,Red,US,"Ripe, almost overripe, with a taste of raisins in the finish, but that's just one aspect of this pretty little Zin's personality. It's dry and tannic and spicy, and very flavorful in berries and cedar. Nice with grilled fare, a great summertime BBQ wine.",zin-a,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Diablita 2006 zin-a Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diablita-2006-zin-a-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2006,Diablita 14.2,Red,US,"Compare this with the winery's 2005 bottling (they were co-released for some reason), and you get a good example of vintage variation. The '05 was balanced; this '04 is too ripe, with currant and chocolate flavors that are almost sweet on the finish. Ready now.",Blair Vineyard,39,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. P. Drummer 2004 Blair Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-p-drummer-2004-blair-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2004,S. P. Drummer 13,White,Austria,"The warm Burgenland climate has produced a Sauvignon Blanc that goes for the yellow fruits and richness. But there is also a good, crisp lemon streak that brightens the whole wine. For drinking this summer. Screwcap.",Sauvignon Blanc,16,87,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2008-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 13.5,Red,Chile,"Intensely purple, with aromas of char, shoe polish, coffee, black fruits and herbs. Thick but balanced, with juicy, fresh-styled blackberry and dark plum flavors. Combines chocolate and herbal qualities on the finish. Zesty, driving, a little lemony and nice overall.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,87,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-casillero-diablo-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2008,Concha y Toro 14.3,Red,US,"Shows the rustic, sandpapery tannins often found in Dry Creek reds, and also the exotic spiciness you might encounter in a Zinfandel. Otherwise, the blackberry, currant and cedar flavors nicely illustrate Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Del Carlo Winery 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-winery-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Del Carlo Winery 13.5,Rose,US,"Grown in the famous Monte Rosso Vineyard, this rosé has the complex interest of a red wine, but it's a blush and is properly light-bodied and silky. It's dry and crisp, and shows bitter cherryskin, white tobacco and spice flavors.",Rosato di Sangiovese Monte Rosso Vineyards,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2009 Rosato di Sangiovese Monte Rosso Vineyards Sangiovese (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2009-rosato-sangiovese-monte-rosso-sonoma-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Muscardini 14.5,White,US,"Here's one of the more versatile white wines out there, something you can serve with almost anything and be confident. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Chardonnay, it hits all the bases, with rich fruit and spices, crisp acidity, and a creamy texture.",Spinning White,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Curveball 2008 Spinning White White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curveball-2008-spinning-white-sonoma-county/,White Blend,2008,Curveball 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a dark, big, rich and bone-dry Syrah. It has deep flavors of blackberries, dark chocolate, currants, spices and cedar. Pretty tannic now, with a closed-astringency that suggests hours of decanting, but it's not an ager.",Ambassador's Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2006 Ambassador's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2006-ambassadors-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Curtis 13,White,New Zealand,"Pretty complex for an unoaked Chardonnay, with hints of anise, cinnamon and yogurt accenting apple and citrus flavors. It's plump in the mouth, and easy to drink.",Three Ton Oak Free,15,87,Marlborough,,,Croney Estates 2008 Three Ton Oak Free Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croney-estates-2008-three-ton-oak-free-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2008,Croney Estates 13,White,France,"Done in a clean and fresh style, this Pinot Gris has nice depth of flavor, with plenty of apricot and pear interest in the mouth. The fruit here is very healthy and the impression totally dry. Hazelnuts and just a touch of minerality linger on the finish.",Domaines du Château de Riquewihr Les Maquisards,27,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2005 Domaines du Château de Riquewihr Les Maquisards Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2005-domaines-chateau-riquewihr-maquisards-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Dopff & Irion 13,White,Italy,"Here's a well-priced Chardonnay from Sicily with a light and luminous feel followed by fresh aromas of citrus, stone fruit and white mineral. Pair this crisp white wine with seafood or salads.",,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2008 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2008-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Feudo Principi di Butera 10,Dessert,Austria,"A surprisingly nonperfumed Traminer that moves much more into the realm of sweetness, ripe yellow fruits and balancing acidity. The light and delicious character creates a great apéritif.",Traminer Spätlese,23,87,Burgenland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2008 Traminer Spätlese Traminer (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2008-traminer-spatlese-other-white-traminer-burgenland/,Traminer,2008,Ernst Triebaumer 13.2,White,US,"Tastes grapey, with green table grape, pineapple, vanilla and spice flavors, and the finish is totally dry and crisp. It's a good, rich, savory wine, rather like a Pinot Gris, at a good price.",Old Vines,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Y Rousseau 2009 Old Vines Colombard (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2009-old-vines-other-white-colombard-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Colombard,2009,Y Rousseau 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Competent from the start, with well-formed fruity aromas of raspberry and plum. There's even some leather and dried cheese to the nose. In the mouth, it's all about earthy, intense berry fruit and juicy freshness. Finishes a little tart but lively, with good form and feel.",Reserve,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tamarí 2008 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2008-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Tamarí ,White,France,"The crispest Aligoté, all grapefruit and bright green fruits. The wine is fresh, clean and lively. There is a final light element of wood.",Bourgogne Aligoté,20,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Pierre Morey 2007 Bourgogne Aligoté (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-bourgogne-aligote-other-white-aligote-bourgogne/,Aligoté,2007,Pierre Morey 13,White,France,"With 30% Grenache Gris, 40% Bourboulenc and 30% Rolle (or Vermentino), here's a ripe, lush white blend from the South of France. Aromas of peach, roasted red apple, jasmine and a kiss of honey fill the bouquet, while the round, full mouthfeel shows more toasty cedar notes. A big, developed wine that has lots to offer.",Château L'Hospitalet Reserve La Clape,20,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Gérard Bertrand 2007 Château L'Hospitalet Reserve La Clape White (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2007-chateau-lhospitalet-reserve-la-clape-white-languedoc/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Gérard Bertrand 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a fantastically crisp white wine from Northern Italy that offers clean aromas of citrus, stone fruit, kiwi and white mineral. The natural sharpness and focus it offers would work well with all kinds of salads and cool summer dishes.",Intaglio,13,87,,Trentino,,La Vis 2008 Intaglio White (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2008-intaglio-white-trentino/,White Blend,2008,La Vis 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Alba is definitely on the ripe side with chewy aromas of mature berry fruit. Acidity and firm structure kick in at the back and those ripe berry flavors last long over the wine's thick, juicy finish.",Froi,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rivetti Massimo 2006 Froi (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2006-froi-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Rivetti Massimo 13.5,White,Chile,"Fresh asparagus, green bean, lime and mineral make for a textbook coastal Chilean SB nose. The palate is fresh, crisp, clear and lean, with zesty lemon-lime, lettuce, asparagus and tangerine flavors. Long and lasting on the finish, with a spot of sweetness at the end.",Amplus,18,87,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Amplus Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-amplus-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Santa Ema 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Floral aromas lead the show, backed by meatiness, minerality and wild sage and thyme aromas. The palate is fresh and young, with edgy but saturated plum and raspberry flavors. Turns more narrow and simple with time, but for a basic Malbec it more than gets the job done.",Trumpeter,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2008 Trumpeter Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2008-trumpeter-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Rutini 14.9,Red,US,"Shows a huge, welcome improvement over the '06. It's soft and melted, in the way of Paso reds, but very rich and tasty, with black cherry, chocolate, red currant and pepper flavors that finish fruity-sweet, although the wine itself is dry.",Tower Road,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2007 Tower Road Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2007-tower-road-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,J. Lohr 14,Rose,Italy,"This rosé opens with a pretty shade of pink and offers aromas of forest berry, cherry, herbs and a touch of ash or white mineral. There's firm, crisp acidity that really keeps the palate refreshed. Shows loads of cheer and brightness in the mouth.",Osa! Frappato Rosato,38,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Paolo Calì 2008 Osa! Frappato Rosato Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-cali-2008-osa-frappato-rosato-rose-sicilia/,Rosé,2008,Paolo Calì 13.5,Red,US,"A very good, everyday Bordeaux-style blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon, and made in a large quantity. Although the tannins are a bit green, it offers attractive flavors of cherries, blackberries, currants and cedar.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lyeth 2007 Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyeth-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2007,Lyeth 12.5,White,Austria,"Soft and open, smooth and creamy. Creamed apple flavors dominate, certainly fresh but also rounded. There is a pear skin texture to keep the wine taut and crisp. Screwcap.",Heideboden,18,87,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2008 Heideboden Pinot Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2008-heideboden-pinot-blanc-burgenland/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 13,White,Italy,"Here is a delightfully creamy and fragrant Chardonnay with smooth qualities that transfer to the nose as peach cobbler, honeysuckle and exotic fruit. The wine is crisp and snappy in the mouth with a playful touch of exotic spice that breaks up the fullness of its naturally rich texture. Excellent price tag too.",C,12,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2008 C Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2008-c-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Feudo Montoni 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts out with nice black cherry and cassis aromas before transitioning to roasted plum and prune flavors that come with sticky, fierce tannins and plenty of heat and grab. A very big and hard wine with midnight darkness but little subtlety. Finishes with sweet flavors of caramel and brown sugar.",Benegas Lynch Meritage,45,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2005 Benegas Lynch Meritage Meritage (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2005-lynch-meritage-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-mendoza/,Meritage,2005,Benegas 14,Red,Chile,"Cola, rubber, cool blackberry and spice make for a good set of aromas, while the palate is tight and drawing, with tannic bite to go with bawdy black fruit flavors that veer toward roasted. Finishes with length along with coffee and olive flavors. A little astringent but good wine.",Reserva Privada,14,87,Rapel Valley,,,Agustinos 2008 Reserva Privada Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2008-reserva-privada-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2008,Agustinos 13,White,Italy,"There's a pretty mineral context here that frames a juicy core of honey, almond and peach. This oak-aged Chardonnay is simple but genuine and would make a good companion to endive salad with blood oranges and black olives.",Barricato 40,12,87,,Trentino,,Bollini 2008 Barricato 40 Chardonnay (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2008-barricato-40-chardonnay-trentino/,Chardonnay,2008,Bollini 14.9,Red,US,"Direct and bold in cherries, raspberries, chocolate and spices, this is a tasty Syrah. The richness is wrapped into fine, sweet tannins, with a tweet of smoky oak. Drink now.",Parmelee-Hill Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2007 Parmelee-Hill Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2007-parmelee-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2007,Atmosphere 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and foresty on the nose, with balsam wood aromas that go well with hints of grilled meats and spice. Not overly fruity but still well balanced, with blackberry, olive and herbal flavors. On the finish, chocolate and coffee enter the picture. Easy to like and good for the money.",Reserva,12,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Agustinos 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Agustinos 13,Red,France,"A blend across the Mercurey appellation, this is a well-structured wine, offering both a solid core of dry tannins and dark plum and fresh juice flavors. The perfumes are very present, exotic, the acidity is in the lively style of the vintage. For drinking now.",Héritage,30,87,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Antonin Rodet 2007 Héritage (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2007-heritage-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2007,Antonin Rodet 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry and high in acidity, with a light texture and cherry, cola, herb and pepper flavors that you might mistake for a Sangiovese. But it's a nice, clean wine, and shows some real elegance.",Ferrero Vineyard,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2006 Ferrero Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2006-ferrero-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2006,Amador Foothill Winery 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark and a little baked on the nose, with prune, fig and earthy aromas. The palate is a bit hard and reduced, with pounding tannins, but the fruit is equally big and ripe, so it all seems to be correct. Mellow on the finish, with a hint of chocolate. Good Merlot for the price.",Malma,13,87,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2007 Malma Merlot (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2007-malma-merlot-neuquen/,Merlot,2007,Bodega NQN 12,White,France,"The nose beguiles, with scents of vanilla, freshly baked bread and wet stones that give way to tones of lemon and apricot on the tongue. This wine is light-bodied and crisp, a good summer sipper. Drink up over the next year, perhaps with a piece of grilled fish.",,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,W. Gisselbrecht 2007 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-gisselbrecht-2007-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,W. Gisselbrecht 14.5,Red,Chile,"Nice Pinot, with light tomato, mint, lemon peel and red plum aromas. The palate is dry and refreshing, with purity and citrusy raspberry/cherry flavors. Shows more weight and stuffing toward the finish, but stays narrow in terms of flavor. One of Chile's most expensive Pinot Noirs.",Ventolera,32,87,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Litoral 2008 Ventolera Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-litoral-2008-ventolera-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Viña Litoral 13,Red,Argentina,"Shows pretty good concentration and depth on the nose, where it only slightly hints at the herbal character that comes later. The palate is a touch astringent, with cola, blackberry and herbal flavors. Persistent on the finish, but also herbal and not overly complex.",Malbec Reserva,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vila 2007 Malbec Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vila-2007-malbec-reserva-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Vila 13,Rose,France,"This rosé from the Côtes du Rhône is ahead of the pack, with intense cherry and spice character, a dry, crisp palate and a lovely strawberry finish that hangs around just long enough.",,14,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 2008 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2008-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2008,E. Guigal 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a cheerful white blend from Tuscany (with S. Colombana, Malvasia and Vermentino grapes) that offers fresh aromas of citrus, exotic fruit, apricot and a drying touch of mineral at the back. The wine is fresh and tart in the mouth with enough acidity to pair with pasta or rice dishes.",Fonte delle Donne,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2008 Fonte delle Donne White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2008-fonte-delle-donne-white-toscana/,White Blend,2008,Fattoria Fibbiano 13.5,Rose,Italy,"Here's a dark pink, almost red rosé (from oak-aged Syrah grapes) with aromas of wild berry, forest floor and bitter almond. The wine is tart and tangy and ends with a touch of crisp acidity that would pair with ham, cold cuts or thinly sliced roast beef.",Nemorino Rosato,20,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2007 Nemorino Rosato Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2007-nemorino-rosato-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2007,I Giusti e Zanza 12.5,White,US,"A nicely balanced wine with ample fruit flavors of soft peach and honeydew backed by hints of soft sweet spice and toast. Lemon rind appears on the palate and finish, lifting the medium-weight mouth and providing a crisp, clean close.",Barrel Fermented,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2007 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2007-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.2,White,US,"Rich, ripe and oaky, this pleasant Chard offers pineapple, kumquat, honeysuckle and buttered toast flavors, with bracing acidity.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Bernardus 13,Rose,Italy,"Here's a fresh and bright rosé from Central Italy with a delicate bouquet of wild flowers and forest berry. The wine is luminous, pristine and would pair with appetizers or light summer pasta or chicken curry salad. In the mouth, the wine tastes fresh, crisp and clean.",Cerasuolo,12,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo,,Talamonti 2009 Cerasuolo (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2009-cerasuolo-rose-montepulciano-dabruzzo-cerasuolo/,Rosé,2009,Talamonti 14,Red,US,"This earthy Meritage is a standout of the Virginia wine scene. The nose is suave and subtle, dominated by notes of forest floor, strawberry and espresso. Gripping tannins frame the palate which is packed with fresh black cherry fruit. Finishes dense and black. Give it a few years in the cellar.",Meritage,40,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2007 Meritage Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2007-meritage-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2007,Tarara 14,Red,Argentina,"Nicely aromatic, with all that's good about affordable Malbec from Argentina: bold fruit, depth and some richness. The palate is plump and stocked with tasty blackberry, plum and raisin flavors, while the finish is sturdy and subtle. A good wine that should not offend anyone.",Reserve,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2008 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2008-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Trivento 12.5,White,France,"An attractive, fresh Chablis, with flavors of juicy currants, spice and lime juice. It is crisp and shows full final fruit and acidity.",,19,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13.8,Red,US,"This blend of Zinfandel, Carignane and Sangiovese probably tastes like the red wines the immigrants drank years ago. It's bone dry and rustic and clean and pure, with modest alcohol. Wash it down with salumi, pasta marinara, or just a plain roast chicken.",ZCS,13,87,California,California Other,California,Santa Barbara Winery 2008 ZCS Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2008-zcs-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Santa Barbara Winery 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a strongly mineral-driven expression of Chardonnay with a polished, linear appeal in its clean aromas and crisp mouthfeel. The wine is luminous and light and would pair with seafood or a fresh Caesar salad.",Libaio,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2008 Libaio Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2008-libaio-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2008,Ruffino 14,Red,US,"Young and vibrant in acidically fresh fruit and berries, this is a polished, silky Pinot Noir to drink now with upscale fare. It's dry and silky, with strong, ripe raspberry, cherry, cola and spice flavors.",,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Schug 13,White,France,Here's an 100% unoaked Chard that offers ripe tropical notes of mango and pineapple alongside flavors of rich red apple and canteloupe in the round mouth. Softly prickling acidity leads nicely into the fruity finish.,,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Drunk Rooster 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-drunk-rooster-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Le Drunk Rooster 13,White,Italy,"You can't beat the low price and overall good cheer of this fresh Italian Chardonnay in a screwtop bottle. The golden-colored wine reveals a soft and smooth texture accented by pretty aromas of stone fruit, honey and almond nut.",,11,87,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2008 Chardonnay (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2008-chardonnay-delle-venezie/,Chardonnay,2008,Lagaria 13.5,Rose,Italy,"Here's a clean and well-balanced rosé with a fresh bouquet of fruity and floral aromas, followed by a crisp, tonic mouthfeel. This is exactly the kind of wine that is appropriate to serve at outdoor picnics or with friends at lunch. Very nice.",Cerasuolo Rosato,,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo,,La Valentina 2008 Cerasuolo Rosato (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-2008-cerasuolo-rosato-rose-montepulciano-dabruzzo-cerasuolo/,Rosé,2008,La Valentina 14.5,Red,US,"Strongly flavored, with jammy raspberry and cherry pie flavors accented with sweet vanilla, cinnamon spice and smoky cedar wood. A good, tasty Pinot Noir meant for drinking soon.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lyeth 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyeth-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lyeth 14.5,White,US,"Doesn't seem to have much, if any, oak on it, but it doesn't matter, because the underlying wine is so good, at such a nice price. Crisp and steely, it shows rich flavors of pineapples, apricots, tangerines and pears.",L de Lyeth,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lyeth 2008 L de Lyeth Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyeth-2008-l-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Lyeth 14,Red,Chile,"Big, burly, medicinal aromas get it going, and there's no shortage of creamy, spicy oak as well. Good mouthfeel and enough clarity of fruit override the wine's sweet, oaked-up side, and the finish is dry, a touch leafy and drives home the fact that this is authentic Chilean Carmenère.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 Medalla Real Special Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-medalla-real-special-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Rita 14.2,Red,US,"Tart acidity marks this dry wine, interfering with the palate pleasure and causing some imbalance. Otherwise, it shows a tension of cool-climate raspberry and cherry ripeness with a touch of wintergreen mint. Give it more richness, and it's a great wine.",,32,87,California,North Coast,Marin County,Vergari 2007 Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergari-2007-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Vergari 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is Veramonte's inaugural Pinot under the Ritual label, and it has a warm, meaty, leathery quality to it. The palate has thickness and beef, while the flavors run creamy, rich and sweet. Finishes with a slick of oaky butter and woodspice. Good for Chilean Pinot, but needs some fine tuning in future years.",,18,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Ritual 2008 Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ritual-2008-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ritual 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Here's a slightly darker expression of rosé with impressive aromatic intensity and deep layers of berry, floral and mineral tones. Spicy Thai or Indian food would match this wine very nicely thanks to slight sweetness it imparts in the mouth.",Kretzer,18,87,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2008 Kretzer Rosé (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2008-kretzer-rose-alto-adige/,Rosé,2008,St. Pauls 13,White,Austria,"There are only hints of herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc here. Instead, the wine brings out mango, peach and white plums in its fruity, creamy character. It's finally fresh and lightly crisp. Screwcap.",Hoferthal,35,87,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2008 Hoferthal Sauvignon Blanc (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2008-hoferthal-sauvignon-blanc-niederosterreich/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Pratsch 12.5,White,US,"In only the winery's second vintage, this Chard offers a balanced experience with notes of ripe red apple, pear and pineapple core playing harmoniously alongside soft toast and vanilla flavors. The full, creamy texture is stopped from being too much by moderate acidity and a clean finish.",,21,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Onabay 2007 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onabay-2007-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Onabay 13.7,Red,Argentina,"A nice, highly affordable bottling that highlights Argentina's value potential. The palate is soft, almost silky, with melted tannins and full flavors of raspberry and ripe plums. There's even some toasty warmth to the finish. A textbook easy rider.",,8,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zarpado 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zarpado-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Zarpado 14,Red,Chile,"Smoky and woody at first, with leafy, herbal red fruit aromas along with coconut and berry sweetness. The palate has a good but regular feel, while the flavors of mint, blueberry, tomato and oak offer variety and solid quality. Oaky and chocolaty on the finish, with a controlled minty, woody aftertaste.",Orzada,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Odfjell 2007 Orzada Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2007-orzada-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Odfjell 14.5,Red,US,"Dramatically rich and ripe, with a fine structure of tannins, although the richness is at its best now, so drink up. Shows delicious flavors of cherries, chocolate, red licorice and peppery spices.",Judge Family Vineyard,19,87,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Novy 2007 Judge Family Vineyard Grenache (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-judge-family-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Grenache,2007,Novy 12.5,White,Austria,"A delicious, fresh wine, just lightly peppery and featuring the crispest apple texture, so fresh and bright, with an aftertaste that is soft. For drinking now, to keep all that vivid flavor. Screwcap.",Pulverturm,9,87,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Pulverturm Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-pulverturm-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Winzer Krems 12.5,White,US,"A well-balanced barrel-fermented Chardonnay with harmonious notes of apple, toast and lemony citrus followed by a slightly nutty, vanilla-kissed finish. Moderate weight with a voluptuous mouth countered by vibrant acidity; easy to drink, just not very unique.",Reserve,20,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-2006-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2006,Lieb 13.6,Red,US,"A good, rugged but deeply flavorful wine, at a decent price. It's very dry and full-bodied, with a tannin-acid balance that suggests barbecue. The finish is filled with blackberries and crushed black peppercorn.",Cotes du Crows,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2008 Cotes du Crows Syrah-Grenache (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-cotes-crows-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah-Grenache,2008,Morgan 13,Red,France,"A weighty wine, with tight tannins on ripe plums, berries and a juicy, earthy flavor. It shows all the proper chunky character of Pommard, solid and foursquare. The relative lightness of the vintage means it will be ready to drink soon.",,47,87,Burgundy,Pommard,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Drouhin 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly hard and herbal at first blush, but exhibiting more purity and depth of fruit as it opens. Flavors of sweet berries and plum are generic but welcome, and the palate is full and tannic. Overall it's pretty well stacked with fruit and power; it's also tannic and stout.",,15,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Alberto Furque 2008 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberto-furque-2008-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Alberto Furque 14,Red,Chile,"Standard aromas of berry fruit, leather, herbs and olive are textbook Chile, while the palate shows some tannic clamp in support of earthy, mildly herbal cassis and berry flavors. Mint, warm leather and herbs carry the finish. Good for the price.",Reserva,12,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Gracia de Chile 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracia-chile-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Gracia de Chile 14.1,White,US,"The underlying wine is very good, showing brisk acidity, a cool-climate minerality and long hangtime, ripe flavors of pineapples, crisp green apples, mangoes and limes. Yet the oak is heavy-handed, overwhelming the fruit with caramel, and making the finish too sweet.",,48,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Heintz 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heintz-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Heintz ,White,US,"This is a Chardonnay-like Pinot Gris, rich and creamy and complex. It offers flavors of pineapples, apricots and pears that are ripe and spicy. Crisp acidity accents the fruit, cleansing the mouth and making the wine brisk.",SLH Estate,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2008 SLH Estate Pinot Gris (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2008-slh-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Gris,2008,Hahn 12.5,White,Argentina,"With aromas of talcum powder, gardenia and lychee, this offers classic Torrontés aromas. The palate is wet, refreshing and not at all heavy, and the flavors of gooseberry, lychee and lemon are simple but nice. Good, tasty and clean, which is all you can ask for from $10 Torrontés.",ILKA,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2009 ILKA Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2009-ilka-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Finca Agostino 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A good effort for the money. The nose has rubber and bold fruit, while the palate has a natural, balanced feel and nice flavors of berry, cassis, brown sugar and chocolate. Blends juiciness with enough weight and sweetness to rate highly in the value class.",ILKA,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2007 ILKA Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2007-ilka-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Finca Agostino 13,White,France,"Aromas of yellow flowers and cedar-plank-grilled pears follow through to the palate alongside notes of fresh peach slices and lime. Though quite round in the mouth, the finish is long and evolving, transitioning from ripe fruit to a clean, assertive acidity.",,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gayda 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gayda-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Gayda 13,White,France,"There is an edge of minerality, a tight texture. But that lies on a wine that has some weight and richness, white fruits giving a broad swathe of ripeness, just brought into line by the taut acidity.",,45,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 13.5,White,France,"The Le Mas, or “little farm,” is 80% Sauv Blanc with 15% Viognier and 5% Vermentino. There's a nice chalky note to the bouquet along with hints of sweet pea, lavender and stone fruit that continue through to the finish. A different, more nuanced style of Languedoc white.",Le Mas,14,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Nizas 2008 Le Mas White (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2008-le-mas-white-vin-pays-doc/,White Blend,2008,Domaine de Nizas 14,Red,Chile,"Savory and a step up compared to the rest of Chile's under-$15 Malbecs. This wine has complexity and character; it smells a little like Syrah but in the mouth it's as full, cuddly and friendly as any Malbec from Argentina or elsewhere. Saturated, fruity and fun to drink, with a spot of heat and char on the finish.",Reserva,14,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Viu Manent 14,Red,Chile,"This could just as easily be labeled Cabernet because Cab is 90% of the blend. Regardless, it's a textbook version of a basic but likable Chilean Cabernet with currant and berry aromas. Ripe, composed and tasting of cassis and black cherry. Dry and clean on the finish, with all the basics in place.",Gran Devoción,15,88,Maule Valley,,,Viña Maipo 2007 Gran Devoción Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-maipo-2007-gran-devocion-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Viña Maipo 14.4,Red,US,"A very good Pinot for drinking now. With a silky-smooth mouthfeel, it has rich flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola, anise, cinnamon and sweet smoky oak. Delicious and savory.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Vergari 2007 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergari-2007-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Vergari 14.2,Red,US,"Extravagantly rich, showcasing ripe, forward flavors of cherries baked into a pie, Dr. Pepper cola and sweet, smoky oak, with all kinds of peppery Indian spices. Bone dry, too, with audacious acidity. Seems at its best now, but give it a good decant.",Edna Ranch 1772,52,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2007 Edna Ranch 1772 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-edna-ranch-1772-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tolosa 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of bang for your buck with this rich, full-bodied young Merlot. It's dry and fruity, with black cherry, black currant, licorice and cedar flavors, wrapped into fine, firm tannins. Shows real Napa class.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pig & Poke 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pig-poke-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Pig & Poke 12.5,White,Italy,"Here is a fresh and fragrant blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Favorita with a wide range of aromas that spans from white mineral to passionfruit to sweet honey. The wine is fresh and spicy in the mouth with loads of fruit-driven flavors on the close.",Estrosa,17,88,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Pico Maccario 2008 Estrosa White (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2008-estrosa-white-monferrato/,White Blend,2008,Pico Maccario 12.5,White,France,"A wine that is all about crispness, structure and bright fruits. The creamy texture from lees aging gives a rounder dimension, but the main thrust here is minerality coupled with delicious acidity.",,20,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Chardonnay,2007,Manuel Olivier 11.5,White,Austria,"While it is certainly fresh, the wine has a broad character, showing ripe white fruits alongside bright white currants. There is a fine depth to the fruit and the balancing acidity. Screwcap.",Vom Leithagebirge,15,88,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2008 Vom Leithagebirge Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2008-vom-leithagebirge-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and warm, and very much requiring time to open and show itself. So don't freak out if upon opening it's tight, funky and odd. Later it will become a serious wine with cheek-pounding berry fruit, a rock-hard structure and power all the way through the toasty finish. Don't be looking for refined elegance or you'll be left at the station. Drink now through 2013.",Cordillera Reserva Privada Cariñena-Merlot-Shiraz,23,88,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2007 Cordillera Reserva Privada Cariñena-Merlot-Shiraz Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2007-cordillera-reserva-privada-carinena-merlot-shiraz-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Miguel Torres 13,Red,France,"A highly perfumed wine boasting some firm tannins and a core of dryness. But it is not weighty,; there is a feeling of light red berry and acidity giving a sense of a wine that floats in the glass. The tannins offer some short-term aging.",Cent Vignes Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jessiaume 2007 Cent Vignes Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2007-cent-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jessiaume 13,White,France,"After a subtle, nutty opening, we get more intensity in the mouth, with honey, clove and graham cracker flavors coming through. The texture here is opulent while the finish offers up forthright notes of caramel, lemon and cut apple that hang around just long enough. Drink or hold one or two years.",Spiegel Grand Cru,28,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2005 Spiegel Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2005-spiegel-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Domaines Schlumberger 13.5,Rose,France,"The Domaines Ott Chateau de Selle is a breed apart, with little of the effusive red fruit that we typically associate with Provence Rosés. The 2008 shows vanilla and butterscotch aromas that lead to a serious, medium-weight palate with good flavor intensity. Winds up on a lingering note of newly-mown hay. Drink now.",Château de Selle,42,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2008 Château de Selle Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2008-chateau-selle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2008,Domaines Ott 13.5,White,France,"An interesting blend of 50% Chardonnay, 40% Roussanne and 10% Sauvignon Blanc, this is a lively and very aromatic white with scents of pretty pink florals like sweet pea and roses, ripe peach, mango and melon. The same carries through to the palate, which shows great roundness in the middle without being too flabby. The finish is clean but lengthy. Delish.",1 C,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Chateau Capion 2008 1 C White (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-capion-2008-1-c-white-vin-pays-lherault/,White Blend,2008,Chateau Capion 14.5,Red,US,"A good, flavorful Pinot Noir that shows exceptionally ripe cherry and sassafras fruit, balanced with fine tannins. It's a little on the soft side. Drink now, with lamb and roasted potatoes.",Open-top Vat Fermentation,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Open-top Vat Fermentation Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-open-top-vat-fermentation-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 13,White,Italy,"This is a sharp and expressive blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco with subtle notes of exotic fruit, banana, scented soap and white peppercorn. In appearance, it is luminous and bright and in the mouth, it is sophisticated, soft and smooth.",Curtefranca,42,88,Lombardy,Terre di Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2008 Curtefranca White (Terre di Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2008-curtefranca-white-terre-franciacorta/,White Blend,2008,Ca' del Bosco ,White,Austria,"A very aromatic, perfumed wine, steely and intensely fresh with apples and citrus. It has a cool character, full in the mouth, delightful, bright and vivid.",Kamptaler Terrassen,,88,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Kamptaler Terrassen Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-kamptaler-terrassen-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2009,Bründlmayer ,White,Austria,"This is very soft, open and opulent. It has a generous character, with apricots and tangy acidity. The final burst is of grapefruit and orange zest.",Kamptaler Terrassen,,88,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Kamptaler Terrassen Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-kamptaler-terrassen-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Bründlmayer 13,Red,France,"A solid, chunky wine that expresses the weight of Gevrey. The tannins are firm but already well integrated with the plum skin fruits. Maybe the wood element is too much, but this could soften.",,50,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14,Red,Argentina,"A three-grape blend of Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot. The nose is rich and mossy, with vanilla and baked fruit aromas. It's big and tannic on the palate, and thus the sweet, semi-baked flavors of black fruit are appropriate. Sticky and tasting of brown sugar on the finish. Rich but good, especially with grilled beef.",Finca Libertad,21,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2005 Finca Libertad Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2005-finca-libertad-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2005,Benegas 13,White,Austria,"Furmint is essentially an Hungarian grape, but the Hungarian line is not far from Heidi Schröck's winery in Rust, and there is a long historical connection between the two countries. With ripe fruit, this is smooth, rounded, spicy, hinting at exotic fruits, with the lightest of acidity. Screwcap.",,17,88,Burgenland,,,Heidi Schröck 2008 Furmint (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2008-other-white-furmint-burgenland/,Furmint,2008,Heidi Schröck 14,White,US,"A rich, balanced and lovely Sauvignon Blanc. Fermented in stainless steel tanks, it's clean and crisp, with vibrant flavors of lemons, limes, vanilla, honeysuckle and spice. Sur lies aging adds a desirable texture of cream.",Jardine,16,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2009 Jardine Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2009-jardine-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Vina Robles 13,Red,France,"Bouchard's village wines express the nature of each place well. None more so than this firmly tannic Nuits-Saint-Georges. The tannins are a firm presence, but flavors of spice and bitter cherry fruits and final juicy acidity are there as part of the mix.",,55,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, powerful, ripe Cabernet, brimming with blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors. It's not shy, but bowls over the palate with potency. Not for the faint-hearted now, and should develop over the next six years.",Lot 116,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 116 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-116-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes young and strong in primary fruit flavors—cherries, raspberries and spicy cola, accented with the caramel and vanilla of toasted oak. Impeccably balanced in tannins and acids, this wine should develop bottle interest over the next 3–5 years.",Chenowith Ranch,55,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2007 Chenowith Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-chenowith-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Patz & Hall 13,White,US,"So fresh and inviting with aromas of apple cider, pear slices and pineapple core. More of the same unfolds in the mouth with soft accents of smoke appearing on the end of the finish. Balanced with medium weight and acidity; an excellent option for outdoor grilling, at an attractive price.",,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2007 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Pellegrini Vineyards ,Red,France,"Tannins and red plums combine in this light, elegant wine. The acidity is important though, with the fruit fresh rather than warm.",,47,88,Burgundy,Monthélie,,Pierre Morey 2007 Monthélie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-pinot-noir-monthelie/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pierre Morey 13.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and damp at first, then come cool cola and olive aromas that announce the Carmenère in the lead. The palate is rugged but true, with smoothness from the Merlot and then full olive and herbal flavors. Stays on track from front to back; there isn't a lot of variation to the wine.",Cordillera Reserva Privada Carmenère-Merlot-Petit Verdot,23,88,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2007 Cordillera Reserva Privada Carmenère-Merlot-Petit Verdot Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2007-cordillera-reserva-privada-carmenere-merlot-petit-verdot-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Miguel Torres 14.4,Red,US,"This winery's style always has been to produce food-friendly wines, and this one certainly is. Sommeliers might want to check it out as an interesting alternative to Zinfandel. It's dry and high in acidity but very fruity, with a range of blackberry, currant, raisin, licorice and pepper flavors.",Estate,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2007 Estate Aglianico (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2007-estate-italian-red-aglianico-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Aglianico,2007,Amador Foothill Winery 14,White,New Zealand,"Lovely aromas of toasted nuts and lemon curd are backed up on the palate by hints of melon and citrus. This is an elegant, understated Chardonnay with a silky texture worthy of pairing with refined fish and chicken dishes. Drink it over the next 6–12 months.",Single Vineyard,30,88,Martinborough,,,Alana Estate 2008 Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alana-estate-2008-single-vineyard-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2008,Alana Estate 13.5,White,Argentina,"An elegant, better-than-most Torrontés with floral, tropical aromas sitting in front of melon, lemon and lychee flavors. The texture and weight suggest melon, and the finish has just the right level of glycerol and grab. Very nice Torrontés that manages to distinguish itself.",,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Inacayal 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inacayal-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Inacayal 13,White,France,"A ripe wine, balanced with a crisp edge. The structure is rounded, full of green plums, quince, given liveliness with a lime zest acidity. There is a light wood touch that shows through at the end.",,25,88,Burgundy,Montagny,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Montagny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2007,Joseph Drouhin 13,White,Austria,"A crisp wine that brings out bright green apple fruit flavors, the freshest acidity on top of a light texture. There is some creaminess as well, broadening out the freshness of the wine. Screwcap.",Weissburgunder,20,88,Wagram-Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2008 Weissburgunder Weissburgunder (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2008-weissburgunder-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-wagram-donauland/,Weissburgunder,2008,Josef Ehmoser 13.8,Red,US,"Released, for some reason, at the age of four-plus years, this Syrah is losing fruit and showing its age. It's dry and tannic and showing some vegetal, herbal bones, but with enough of a blackberry and cherry coat to get by. Not going anywhere.",,48,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Heintz 2005 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heintz-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2005,Heintz 14,Red,Argentina,"Strong and extracted, and needing a few minutes to settle. The palate is concentrated, dark and chewy, with ripe berry flavors that hint at being medicinal and raisiny but don't fully go there. While this is nothing earth-shattering, for $12 it's complete and should offer mass appeal.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lamadrid 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamadrid-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lamadrid 13.5,White,France,"A soft, open wine, giving wood and yellow fruit flavors followed by light acidity. The initial effect is somewhat dilute, but the wine does show more fruit character as it opens up.",Les Charmes,,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Les Charmes (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-charmes-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Roux Père et Fils 13.5,White,US,"It's all in your face in this modern-style Chardonnay. Vastly ripe pineapple jam and tangerine flavors, enhanced with sweet vanilla oak and creamy lees, flood the mouth, making the wine superrich, although it's bright in citrusy acidity. Ready to drink now.",Sangiacomo Vineyard West Rows,32,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Signaterra Benziger 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyard West Rows Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-benziger-2008-sangiacomo-vineyard-west-rows-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Signaterra Benziger 13.5,Red,Chile,"A solid wine that conforms to any global standard for good New World Syrah. It's dark, rich and leathery, with a flush mouthfeel and bold flavors of wild berry and black fruits. Fresh, juicy, thick and ripe, with a dark, baked finish. Nothing fancy but really nice for Chilean Syrah.",Reserva,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2007 Reserva Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2007-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2007,Santa Rita 13,White,France,"The deep color and viscous, almost oily texture attest to the high level of concentration in this wine. Unusually, the nose is more mineral than fruit, while some cinnamon flavors peek through in the mouth. Soft acidity and high residual sugar suggest it should be consumed all by its lovely self.",Kessler Grand Cru,34,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Kessler Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-kessler-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 13.5,White,Chile,"Aromatically, this has pure Casablanca scents of tropical fruit, citrus and mineral. It's flavored with tangerine and other citrus fruits, and it's quite angular, tangy and fresh on the tongue. Elegant and finessed; a racy specimen with good character.",Los Vascos,13,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2009 Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2009-los-vascos-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 12,White,Italy,"This is a fresh and luminous blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Cortese that really hits home thanks to its frank approach and pristine aromas of citrus, stone fruit and honey. The wine is crisp and slightly sweet with an attractively creamy texture. Four lions symbolize four winemaking families of Piedmont.",Vino Bianco,17,88,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Quattro Leoni 2008 Vino Bianco White (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quattro-leoni-2008-vino-bianco-white-monferrato/,White Blend,2008,Quattro Leoni 14.6,Red,US,"A lush, velvety, ripe Pinot Noir made in the modern California style of immediate accessibility. Shows forward flavors of raspberry and cherry pie, cocoa, cinnamon, cola and anise, with lots of sweet, toasty oak. Seems best now in its decadent youth.",Hyde Vineyard,60,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2007 Hyde Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-hyde-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Patz & Hall 14,Rose,Chile,"Sweet and ripe in aromatics, with notes of maple and inky black fruit scents. The palate is rock-solid and thick, with a good texture, tannic grip and flavors of cassis, berry and leather. Composed and medium-long on the sturdy finish. A mix of 85% Cab and 15% Syrah.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva Privada,14,88,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Privada Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-casillero-diablo-reserva-privada-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Concha y Toro 14,Red,Chile,"A pricey Syrah by Chilean standards, but at least it's a good wine. The nose offers cookie, violet, wet clay and herbal olive notes along with black fruit aromas, while the palate is packed with sweet roasted berry and dark plum flavors. A bit minty and candied on the finish as the oak treatment rises up and demands to be noticed.",Limited Edition,30,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lagar de Bezana 2007 Limited Edition Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-bezana-2007-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2007,Lagar de Bezana 14.7,Red,US,"A big, sturdy Pinot. Not especially elegant or transparent, but it sure is rich, offering massive waves of cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, chocolate and spices. Probably at its best soon.",,38,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roar 13,White,Italy,"This is a vibrant blend of Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Chardonnay, Malvasia and Vermentino with fresh aromas of kiwi, Golden Delicious apple, pear and toasted nut. There's a touch of mint or peppermint at the back and the wine is crisp, clean and fresh in the mouth.",Terre di Tufi,15,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Teruzzi & Puthod 2008 Terre di Tufi White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teruzzi-puthod-2008-terre-tufi-white-toscana/,White Blend,2008,Teruzzi & Puthod 13,White,France,"Full-bodied, relatively simple wine. It has fresh acidity, flavors of white stone fruits and almonds and an attractive citrus lilt. Ready for drinking.",Clos des Mollepierres,,88,Burgundy,Rully,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Clos des Mollepierres (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-clos-mollepierres-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2007,Roux Père et Fils 14.5,Red,US,"A deeply flavored, smooth Cabernet with the balance and elegance to drink with fine fare. It feels rich and plush, with aggressive tannins that frame ripe flavors of black cherries, red currants, cola, herbs and oak. Could even age for 2-4 years, although beyond that is a gamble.",,29,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Egret 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egret-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Egret 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Of course Oyster Bay is better known for its ubiquitous Sauvignon Blanc, but the Chardonnay is a viable alternative. Melon and spice aromas and flavors are easily carried by the wine's ample body and round mouthfeel, while enough citrus comes through on the finish to provide a sense of easy-drinking balance. Drink now.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2008 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2008-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2008,Oyster Bay 13,White,France,Luscious and weighty with good varietal character. Lychee and spiced pear dominate upfront while the flavorful palate exhibits honey and nutmeg. Notes of baked apple pie hang around for quite a while. The spiciness and slight sweetness call for a Thai curry dish.,Cuvée Marie,30,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2007 Cuvée Marie Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2007-cuvee-marie-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Lucien Albrecht 13,White,Italy,"This is an extremely oak-driven Chardonnay with determined notes of toasted almond and toast that stand up to the natural fruit. This is a hot climate white, so there are plenty of mature fruit aromas of peach and apricot to match all that wood. Part of Pisciotto's Italian fashion designers collection, the bottle was designed by Alberta Ferretti.",Alberta Ferretti,21,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2007 Alberta Ferretti Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2007-alberta-ferretti-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2007,Feudi del Pisciotto ,White,France,"Caramel wood aromas, with smooth fruit. The wine is rich, warm, with the pure white and yellow fruit flavors showing well. It is crisp, but also rich.",,36,88,Burgundy,Macon-Verge,,Domaine Leflaive 2007 Macon-Verge,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2007-chardonnay-macon-verge/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"Fashioned in the gutsy Ehrhart house style, this example does not disappoint, opening with intense Chinese spice and ground coriander which yield to cut apple and nutmeg flavors on the palate. It's off-dry in the mouth but a hit of acidity on the long lemon-honey finish leaves a refreshing impression. Serve with Malaysian food. Drink now to 2011.",Herrenweg,24,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2006 Herrenweg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2006-herrenweg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2006,Domaine Ehrhart 13,White,France,"A ripe, soft, nut- and pear-flavored wine, with fresh acidity. It is smooth, velvet in texture, with some apple juice freshness on the finish.",,14,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chardonnay,,Domaine Talmard 2008 Mâcon-Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-talmard-2008-chardonnay-macon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Talmard 13,White,Italy,"Adènzia is a Chardonnay-based wine with 13% Grillo grown in white, chalky Sicilian soils that offers a drying mineral note behind fresh aromas of spring flowers and exotic fruit. The wine is crisp and pristine but also has the natural heft to pair with delicious fish dishes.",Adènzia,18,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2008 Adènzia Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2008-adenzia-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 12.5,White,Italy,This is an organically farmed blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio that shows beautifully pristine aromas of stone fruit and mountain flowers. Alois Lageder is a perfectionist and an elegant winemaker and his vast talents shine here too.,Chardonnay Pinot Grigio,20,88,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Alois Lageder 2008 Chardonnay Pinot Grigio White (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2008-chardonnay-pinot-grigio-white-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,White Blend,2008,Alois Lageder 14,White,US,"Albariño is one of those new white wine varieties that's creating such interest. This wine is dry and crisp and minerally, with honey-infused flavors of citrus fruits, apricots, peaches and wildflowers. It's a great sipper and so versatile with everything from Mexican to Vietnamese.",Terra Alta Vineyard,16,88,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Bokisch 2008 Terra Alta Vineyard Albariño (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2008-terra-alta-vineyard-albarino-central-valley-clements-hills/,Albariño,2008,Bokisch 13,Red,France,"An intensely wooded wine that is dominated by dark tannins. The red berry fruit is buried under the dry spice and toast character, although at the end there is a more juicy element.",Les Molesmes Château de Rully Premier Cru,40,88,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2007 Les Molesmes Château de Rully Premier Cru (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2007-molesmes-chateau-rully-premier-cru-pinot-noir-rully/,Pinot Noir,2007,Antonin Rodet 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, spicy and rich on the nose, but then quite gritty, tough and tannic on the palate. Flavors of black cherry and dark plum are thick and sweet, while the finish rests on roasted, dark berry fruit. Solid as a rock, warm, baked and sweet.",Grand Reserve Pasionado,50,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2005 Grand Reserve Pasionado Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2005-grand-reserve-pasionado-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2005,Andeluna 13.6,White,US,"Shows the purity of flavor and structure that Bonterra wines are famous for. Ultraclean and racy in acidity, this Chardonnay stars ripe varietal flavors of pineapples, oranges and limes. A touch of oak adds welcome richness.",,14,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2008 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Bonterra 14,White,Italy,"Here is an extremely fragrant and buoyant Grechetto (with a small percentage of Chardonnay) that delivers bright tones of fresh flower, acacia, honey and white peach. It's light, fresh and would be perfect to serve on a hot summer day thanks to its cleansing freshness.",Castagnolo,15,88,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico Superiore,,Barberani 2008 Castagnolo (Orvieto Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2008-castagnolo-white-orvieto-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2008,Barberani 13,Red,France,"Fine, solidly textured wine that has some depth of red fruit flavors as well as some sweetness. The tannin edge is on the dry side, with some obvious toast character, giving a wine that needs 2–3 years aging.",Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Ursulines,,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Ursulines (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-pavillon-clos-ursulines-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Albert Bichot 13.5,Red,France,"A wine that reflects the relative lightness of the reds in this vintage. It has a layer of tannins, but they don't suggest aging; they are more a base for the attractive raspberry and red plum flavor, freshened by the acidity.",Marconnets Premier Cru,50,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Marconnets Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-marconnets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.5,White,US,"Very ripe, rich and oaky, made solidly in the California style. Doesn't leave much to the imagination, but rewards for decadent pineapple, pear, crème brûlée, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors.",Catherine's Vineyard,32,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bonneau 2008 Catherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2008-catherines-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Bonneau 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very nice, dry and versatile red wine to drink with everything from steak and pork to tacos and skewered chicken or beef with peanut sauce. It's rich in cherries, blackberries, mocha and peppery spices, and fully dry, with smooth tannins. Drink now.",Handley Vineyard,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2006 Handley Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2006-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Handley 13.5,Rose,France,This is an expressive wine and quite powerful for a rosé. There are lovely peach and apple notes upfront while the earthy palate is enlivened by refreshing notes of orange zest. Woodsy notes on the finish suggest this wine is best drunk up before 2011.,,22,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,E. Guigal 2007 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2007,E. Guigal 14,White,Chile,"The yellow color and doughnutty, honeyed aromas give it away: this is barrel-fermented, Bordeaux-style SB. The nose is barrique heaven, but the vanilla and resin qualities are stylish. Creamy but balanced in the mouth, with flavors of oak, vanilla, spice, honey and baked apple. Smooth stuff but very oaky, and not for everyone.",Hacienda Araucano Humo Blanco,22,88,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2008 Hacienda Araucano Humo Blanco Sauvignon Blanc (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-hacienda-araucano-humo-blanco-sauvignon-blanc-lolol-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,François Lurton 13.5,White,Italy,"You've got to hand it to the folks at this estate: they make nice wines at low prices. This Sicilian Chardonnay is bright and creamy with aromas of orange blossom, almond, golden honey and mature apricot. The wine feels crisp and pristine in the mouth. Very nice.",Stemmari,9,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2008 Stemmari Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2008-stemmari-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Feudo Arancio 13,White,Austria,"A rounded style of Sauvignon Blanc, but one that doesn't lose sight of its herbaceous element. So there is crispness, a vivacious acidity, but also flavors of creamy apple and ripe pear. To drink this year.",Klausen,27,88,Burgenland,,,Hans Moser 2008 Klausen Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-moser-2008-klausen-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Hans Moser ,White,France,"There is plenty of wood here, quite a dominant feature. The fruit comes behind, showing bright ripe white fruits and a hint of apricot. The wood spice, though, has the last word.",,55,88,Burgundy,Auxey-Duresses,,Morey-Blanc 2007 Auxey-Duresses,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2007-chardonnay-auxey-duresses/,Chardonnay,2007,Morey-Blanc 13,White,Austria,"A full-in-the-mouth, fat, oily-textured wine, the acidity going with spice and a peppered pear fruit character. It's ripe, still young, with a very clean character and a waft of fresh acidity. Screwcap.",Steinberg,30,88,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2008 Steinberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2008-steinberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Pratsch 13.5,Rose,France,"The Domaine Houchart is everything a Provence rosé should be: effusively fresh, vibrantly fruity and dry, dry, dry. With a crisp, mouthwatering palate, it would make a great companion for flavorful fish dishes. Pick this one up to enjoy a bit of the South of France with dinner tonight.",,12,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Houchart 2009 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2009-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Houchart 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A blend of charred oak and violets lead the bouquet, which also offers some floral berry. The palate is lifted, medium-weight and juicy, with boysenberry and cherry flavors. Very nice if you like a floral Malbec with bright berry fruit as opposed to something dark, meaty and oaky.",Grand Reserve,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2006 Grand Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2006-grand-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Cruz Alta 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and floral on the nose, and then thick and ripe in the mouth, with syrup to go with medicinal berry flavors. It's chewy and dense, with chocolate, cream and vanilla to the finish. A bit plodding, but its full weight, feel and depth of fruit push it along.",,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Tomero 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A chunky, deep-fruited Malbec that is all about blackberry fruit. There's no funk or odd, floral, overcropped aromas here; instead, it's focused on roasted blackberry flavors, a natural herbal character, and coffee and mocha on the finish. Emphasizes size and friendliness.",,14,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Kaiken 14.5,Red,Chile,"Piercing on the nose, with aromas of earth, tobacco, oak and ripe berry fruit. The palate is snappy, while the flavor profile is serious and contains quality cherry, blackberry and cassis flavors. Spicy on the finish and composed as a whole. Borders on elegant.",,19,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Veranda 2008 Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veranda-2008-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Veranda 14.5,White,US,"Here's a brisk, bright and very flavorful Chardonnay for drinking with rich fare, like crab, pork, scallops or chicken in a buttery cream sauce. It's strong in acidity, with honeyed, creamy flavors of kiwi fruit, limes, pineapples and vanilla.",Estate Edna Ranch,22,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2007 Estate Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-estate-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Tolosa 14,White,Italy,"Here is an oak-aged Chardonnay with overtones of toast, vanilla and roasted almond that sit squarely besides well-integrated notes of exotic fruit, honey and apricot. The oak element is strong, however, and transfers to the mouth in the form of intensity and length.",Grésy,22,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2006 Grésy Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2006-gresy-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2006,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy ,White,France,"A lively, impressively fresh Aligoté, packed with green and citrus fruits, bubbling with bright vivacity.",Vieilles Vignes,20,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne Aligoté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-vieilles-vignes-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2007,Manuel Olivier 13,White,France,"A fascinating nose, with grapefruit, kiwi, citrus, orange rind and hay that fold in to a peach/pear structure in the mouth. Very light and almost austere on the finish, this is a Riesling that would be at home at a raw bar. Drink now to 2012.",Cuvée Henri,30,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2007 Cuvée Henri Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2007-cuvee-henri-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Lucien Albrecht 13.5,White,France,"Ripe, soft and creamy, with yellow fruits, fresh acidity and a hint of toast. The wine is full, textured with pear skins, with a strong citrus element.",La Chatenière Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 La Chatenière Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-chateniere-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2007,Roux Père et Fils ,Red,France,"There is a firm structure here underpinning the sweet, ripe strawberry flavors. The wine offers freshness from its berry acidity along with a final tight core of tannins. Age for 2–3 years.",Beauregard Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Santenay,,Roux Père et Fils 2006 Beauregard Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2006-beauregard-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2006,Roux Père et Fils 12.5,White,Austria,"Crisp Grüner, bright, packed with tight, lively green fruits, laced with acidity. The wine is clean, fresh and has a lively finish. Screwcap.",Sandgrube,22,88,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2008 Sandgrube Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2008-sandgrube-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Pratsch 14,White,Chile,"A huge improvement from the overoaked, flawed 2007 Sibaris. This is still toasty and resiny like most Chilean Chards, but it's also smooth and thorough in the mouth, with orange, melon, vanilla and toast flavors. Unfolds nicely on the finish; very good for Maipo Chardonnay and, as stated, a far more balanced wine than the previous vintage.",Sibaris Reserva Especial,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2008 Sibaris Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2008-sibaris-reserva-especial-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Undurraga 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Zesty and refreshing, the 2007 Coddington comes across as just slightly narrower and tarter than its stablemates. Hints of toast and vanilla accent bright starfruit and apple flavors.",Coddington,42,88,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2007 Coddington Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2007-coddington-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2007,Kumeu River 14,Red,Chile,"Angular on the nose, with earthy, semisharp red fruit aromas that are undoubtedly Pinot-related. The palate offers good depth and only slightly jagged acids, and the flavors of raspberry are snappy and just a bit herbal. Dry, toasty and endearing on the finish.",Alpha,24,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2008 Alpha Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2008-alpha-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Montes 13,White,Austria,"Josef Gritsch's vineyards are in Spitz at the western, cool end of the Wachau. So although this a richer, Smaragd style of wine, it is still crisp, cool and fresh. The green fruits dominate, with just a hint of sweeter spiced pineapple.",Schön Smaragd,30,88,Wachau,,,Graben-Gritsch 2008 Schön Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graben-gritsch-2008-schon-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Graben-Gritsch 13,White,Australia,"This Chardonnay from a Shiraz specialist features ample weight without any oak treatment, leaving the bold pear, melon and pineapple flavors unblemished. It's crisp enough to cleanse the palate, yet plump enough to pair with a variety of dishes.",Unoaked,15,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Elderton 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elderton-2008-unoaked-chardonnay-barossa/,Chardonnay,2008,Elderton 14.2,White,US,"Not much oak is evident in this polished Chardonnay. What stars is fruit, all pineapples, pears, tangerines, green apples and papayas, and the acidity that makes it all bright and clean. Great with pasta in a butter sauce with garlic and pepper.",,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Egret 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egret-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Egret 14.5,Red,Chile,"Feisty and bold, with olive and black fruit on the rustic nose. After it settles down the wine is lush and plump, with herbal, bitter chocolate and rich berry flavors. There are dry, peppery notes to the finish, and overall this shows the potential of Carmenère without resorting to overexraction or overoaking.",Estate,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2008 Estate Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-pirque-2008-estate-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Haras de Pirque 14,White,Italy,"This is a beautiful expression of Chardonnay from Sicily that hits all the right spots. The wine is fresh and fragrant and there are sophisticated notes here of honeysuckle, passion fruit and a touch of toasted almond. It's smooth and very silky to the end and would pair with fried fish or crabcakes.",,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fattorie Azzolino 2008 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattorie-azzolino-2008-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Fattorie Azzolino 13.5,White,France,"There is a fine touch of minerality here, giving an edge to a wine that is soft, full of crisp lemon and pear flavors, followed by a bright line of acidity. For drinking now.",Cuvée Vieilles Vignes,,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 2008 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pascal-mireille-renaud-2008-cuvee-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 14.3,White,US,"A sleekly dry, minerally Chardonnay that shows a fine, steely structure, yet doesn't stint on fruit. The pineapple, pear and flowery honeysuckle flavors are accented with richer touches of buttered toast from oak barrels.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Deerfield Ranch 2008 Los Chamizal Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2008-los-chamizal-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Deerfield Ranch 15,Red,US,"A lovely Zinfandel, dry and elegant and balanced. Yet it preserves Zin's briary, brambly character, with wild berry, currant, cola and pepper flavors. Really savory and a delight to drink.",Cool Climate Vineyards,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Cool Climate Vineyards Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-cool-climate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,De Loach 14,Red,Argentina,"Chunky, stout and solid on the nose, with round, pure flavors of black cherry and raspberry. The mouthfeel is comfortable and complete, especially for an $11 wine from Argentina. Finishes dry, smooth and slightly spicy; very pleasing in a no-nonsense way.",Reserva,11,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Julia 12.5,White,Austria,"Tement's hallmark wine, a deeply herbaceous style, keeping freshness but also showing crisp, green character. There is a lovely citrus, green herb aftertaste. Glass stopper.",Steierische Klassik,,89,Südsteiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2009 Steierische Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2009-steierische-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Manfred Tement 13.5,White,Austria,"A full, toasty style of Chardonnay that brings out rich fruits, peaches and pears, along with a lime zest that cuts through the rich texture. There is weight here, with a final edge of pepper as well as acidity.",Leithaberg,,89,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2007 Leithaberg Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2007-leithaberg-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2007,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 14,Red,Chile,"A classic Chilean blend that's higher in acid and red fruit character than most icon wines, but in a way that's good. The nose is composed, with a slight medicinal quality and some candied red fruit. Flavors of dried cassis, tobacco and plums are typical of “real” Chile, while a controlled confidence takes over late. Could improve over the next three years.",Le Dix de Los Vascos,50,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2007 Le Dix de Los Vascos Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2007-le-dix-los-vascos-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 14,White,Italy,"Jalé is a soft and creamy wine that delivers intensity and power with deep layers of peach, apricot, honey and exotic fruit. The texture is thick and dense and those qualities make this wine an excellent candidate for shellfish and lobster.",Jalé,29,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2008 Jalé Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2008-jale-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Cusumano 14.7,Red,US,"The ripest of Curtis's new Syrahs, this bottle is powerful in chocolate, blackberry and cherry jam flavors, with an edge of sweet, spicy bacon. It's a rich, tasty wine meant for drinking now.",Crossroads Vineyard,32,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2006 Crossroads Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2006-crossroads-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Curtis 13,White,France,"With 54% Bourboulenc, 14% Vermentino, 16% Roussanne and 16% Grenache Blanc, here's a gorgeous Languedoc white loaded with complexity and intrigue. Notes of juicy nectarine, pineapple, melon, tangerine and pink florals dominate the nose and mouth. Balanced and creamy with a long, evolving finish that transitions seamlessly between rich, concentrated fruit flavors and brisk, clean citrus acidity.",Blanc,29,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château des Karantes 2008 Blanc White (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-karantes-2008-blanc-white-coteaux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Château des Karantes 14.6,Red,US,"Very rich, with tons of toasty oak courtesy of 100% new French, and plenty of fruity berry, cherry and spice flavors. Feels a bit jagged and angular now, but it's pretty tannic, and could develop in the cellar. No guarantees.",Hossfeld Coliseum,75,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2007 Hossfeld Coliseum Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2007-hossfeld-coliseum-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Carter 13,White,France,"Going for a mineral character, the wine has freshness and also crisp lime, pineapple and caramel flavors. Light in feel, finely textured, almost steely.",Les Clous,54,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Les Clous (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-clous-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,Red,France,"Soft and, for the vintage, a generous wine. The acidity is vivid but so are the black cherry and red currant fruits. Tannins are soft, fitting well with the wine. For drinking now or over the next 2–3 years.",,59,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 12,White,Austria,"This is pure, crisp Grüner, with a lovely acidity and citrus fruit along with green apple skins. A very transparent, mineral wine, packed with intensity. Screwcap.",,,89,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2009-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Markus Huber 14.2,White,Chile,"Heavily toasted, but with minerality the nose works. The palate starts with forward woodiness, but soon thereafter apple and green banana flavors push the oak aside. Very nice in terms of feel even if the acidity keeps it cranking. Additional resin and vanilla take over on the finish. A better wine with less oak? You be the judge.",Reserva Especial,23,89,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2008 Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2008-reserva-especial-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Maycas del Limari 13,White,France,"There is a good deal of wood here, the wine tasting of toasty wood as much as the fresh white fruits. It is just on the edge of too much wood, but then the crisp acidity and rounded flavors bring the wine back into balance. It really needs aging, 3–4 years.",Les Terres Blanches,105,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre Morey 2007 Les Terres Blanches (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-terres-blanches-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Pierre Morey ,White,France,"This relishes the ripe softness of Saint-Aubin, giving a wide-open wine with weight. The contrast is with clean-lined green plums and just some spice.",Premier Cru,60,89,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Morey-Blanc 2007 Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2007-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2007,Morey-Blanc 14,Red,Chile,"A nice, clean, attractive version of affordable Carmenère? Yep, that's what Odfjell delivers pretty much every year with its Armador bottling. Aromas are floral, minerally and deep, and so is the palate, which is pure, spicy and loaded with blackberry fruit. Smooth on the finish, too. One of Chile's best value-priced Carmenères.",Armador,12,89,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2008 Armador Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2008-armador-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Odfjell 13,White,Austria,"A very textured wine, with layers of taut fruit skins giving a precise structure. The wine has the brightest acidity, but also has some weight. It needs a few months to develop and deepen in character.",Leithaberg Joiser Freudshofer,32,89,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2008 Leithaberg Joiser Freudshofer Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2008-leithaberg-joiser-freudshofer-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 14.5,Red,US,"Young, vigorous and direct, showing little more than potent blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and oak. The structure is really refined, and the tannins are soft, rich and complicated. So will it age? It's made in the modern cult style, which is increasingly suspect when it comes to the cellar, so drink now.",,49,89,California,Napa,Oakville,S. P. Drummer 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-p-drummer-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,S. P. Drummer 12.5,White,Chile,"Prickly, lively, natural and all the way true, with sweaty, zesty aromas of nettles and green fruits. Solid, linear and smooth in the mouth, but with enough acidity and kick that the lime and passionfruit flavors pop. Elegant SB with a citrusy, clean personality.",Q,15,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2009 Q Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2009-q-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Quintay 13.5,Red,Chile,"Oaky at first, but then it settles into a very nice Cabernet-led wine. The palate is tight, drawing and firm, with flavors of cassis, olive and cured meats. It's complex, leathery and dry, and the oak regenerates on the finish. Savory, interesting and not some clunky, overdone fruit bomb. Drink now through 2012.",Grand Reserve,19,89,Maule Valley,,,Simone 2007 Grand Reserve Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2007-grand-reserve-red-maule-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Simone 14.3,White,US,"Shows a Chablis-like steely, minerally dryness, with subtle notes of lemons, limes and grapefruits. Marked by firm acids, it's an elegant wine of great structure and integrity, meant for drinking now.",District 4,24,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prime 2008 District 4 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prime-2008-district-4-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Prime 14.2,White,US,"Very rich, dry and crisp in acidity, a Chardonnay that feels fine from your first sip through the spicy finish. Made with 35% new French oak, and aged eight months on the lees, it's drinking beautifully now, with pear, pineapple, vanilla custard and buttered toast flavors. Just lovely.",,25,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sequoia Grove 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Sequoia Grove 14.8,Red,US,"Ripe, almost overripe, with pie-filling flavors of cherries and blackberries that veer past currants into suggestions of raisins. Feels fat, opulent, rich, heavy, and that impression is compounded by lots of toasty, sweet oak. Dramatic, but lacks subtlety and control. May develop in the bottle over the next 4–6 years.",Pisoni Vineyard,80,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Patz & Hall 2007 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Patz & Hall 13,Red,France,"Plenty of wood here, but also an attractive stream of red berry fruits, topped with cherries. The acidity gives good freshness, although, being a Pommard, there is a firm core of tannins that finally march with the wood.",Grands Epenots Premier Cru,110,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Pierre Morey 2007 Grands Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-grands-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pierre Morey 14,White,Australia,"Starts with subtle smoke aromas, then folds in pineapple, lime and custard flavors. This medium-bodied Chard has a cool-climate linearity to its structure, but also a padded, riper feel that brings texture and weight to the table. Drink now–2012.",Sexton Vineyard,30,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Giant Steps 2007 Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giant-steps-2007-sexton-vineyard-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Giant Steps 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Dry and lightly balsamic on the nose, with solid fruit aromas that show a marginal level of stem. The palate is stacked with black cherry and blueberry along with full tannins. The finish, however, is surprisingly silky, with chocolate and coconut flavors. A deep, nice, layered wine that has a lot going for it.",Alzamora,30,89,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2005 Alzamora Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2005-alzamora-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2005,Casa Montes 14,White,Italy,"This is a sweet and mature expression of Chardonnay from hot climate Sicily with thick aromas of ripe fruit, apricot, peach, honey and drying mineral. The intensity and persistency are impressive and the wine is also cooling and pleasantly refreshing.",Terre di Sofia,33,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Maurigi 2006 Terre di Sofia Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurigi-2006-terre-sofia-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2006,Maurigi 15.1,Red,US,"A massively fruity Zinfandel that shows how easy it is for the variety to ripen to perfection in Dry Creek Valley. Raspberries, cherries and currants flood the mouth, with notes of olive tapenade, cola, sandalwood and scads of dusty Indian spices, leading to a dry finish. It's a lusty wine to drink now.",Estate,37,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Talty Vineyards & Winery 2006 Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talty-winery-2006-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Talty Vineyards & Winery 14.5,Red,US,"A gutsy, muscular Barbera with deep, dark flavors of chocolate, blackberries, black currants, sweet leather and spices. It shows Barbera's typical acidity and tannins, and is bone dry. This is one of the better ones out there.",Pauli Ranch,42,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Muscardini 2008 Pauli Ranch Barbera (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2008-pauli-ranch-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Barbera,2008,Muscardini 12,Sparkling,France,"A mature, soft wine, with good acidity and a fine, toasty character. It has good bottle age and a creamy, almond-flavored character. A delicious wine, just showing its origin by being richer than many Champagnes.",Brut Chardonnay,25,89,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre NV Brut Chardonnay (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-nv-brut-chardonnay-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Simonnet-Febvre 14.5,Red,US,"Good price for a Napa Valley red of such balance and appeal. Entirely dry, with some pretty strong tannins, it wants rich meats and cheeses for balance. Mainly Zinfandel, with Petite Sirah and 10% Cabernet, which seems to add nobility. But only 475 cases were produced.",Spinning Red,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Curveball 2006 Spinning Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curveball-2006-spinning-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Curveball 13,White,France,"Soft and rounded, with pear juice flavors dominant. This characteristic is balanced by a crisp, fresh, dancing style that gives delicious almond and herbal flavors. For drinking now.",Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay,31,89,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2007 Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2007-chateau-rully-cuvee-r-ternay-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2007,Antonin Rodet 14.2,Red,US,"A lush, delicious wine, and one of the better Cabernets to emerge from this promising Lake County appellation. Dry and rich in tannins, it offers deep, long flavors of blackberries, cherries and chocolate. Fully ready now.",Lot 168,12,89,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Cameron Hughes 2006 Lot 168 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2006-lot-168-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cameron Hughes 13,White,France,"A mineral wine that brings an austere character as well as fresh fruit. Apples, pears and lime zest are all there. Attractive, open and ready to drink.",Beaune du Château Premier Cru,35,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Beaune du Château Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-beaune-chateau-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.5,White,New Zealand,"A solid effort, Waimea's 2008 Chardonnay boasts plenty of toasty, vanilla-scented oak supported by citrusy fruit. It's full in body and creamy in texture, with a long, lemon-pineapple finish. Drink it now and over the next year or so.",,20,89,Nelson,,,Waimea 2008 Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waimea-2008-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2008,Waimea 13,White,Austria,"Described as the “wine served at the Vienna Opera Ball,” Austria's most glittering social occasion, this is a smooth style of Grüner Veltliner. It floats easily with pear and green plum flavors topped with a serving of cream.",Kellermeister Privat Kremser Goldberg,16,89,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Kellermeister Privat Kremser Goldberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-kellermeister-privat-kremser-goldberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Winzer Krems 14.5,Red,US,"While this Cab is a little rough here and there, it's quite good, and the divots, which include some unevenly ripened fruit, are leavened with overall richness and a generosity of texture. Flatters the palate with flavors of blackberries, chocolate and sweet oak. Drink now.",,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hall 14.2,Red,US,"Not quite up there with the previous two vintages, Failla's '08 is sharp in acidity, and rather jammy in cherries and blackberries. It shows finely ground tannins and crisp acidity, and is very dry. Could develop interesting bottle nuances over the next 5–6 years, but probably best now.",Phoenix Ranch,44,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Failla 2008 Phoenix Ranch Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-phoenix-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Failla 14,Red,Chile,"Definitely one of Chile's better Pinots. The nose offers pop and spice, and also rattled raspberry and cherry. It's juicy in the mouth, with body and oaky berry flavors, and light on its feet come finishing time, with a spot of dry oak and butter. Very nice Pinot Noir compared to where Chile used to be with the grape.",Wild Ferment,21,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Wild Ferment Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-wild-ferment-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Errazuriz ,White,France,"Light, fresh citrus aromas filled by beautiful spicy wood, with lovely crisp final character. The spice and wood add to the crisp juiciness of the wine.",,56,89,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Leflaive 2007 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2007-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Leflaive 13,White,France,"While this is a light wine, on the steely side, it has a most attractive freshness and very crisp fruitiness. It is bright, shiny, just hinting at wood and more complex flavors.",Gravières Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2007 Gravières Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2007-gravieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Jessiaume 14.8,Red,US,"A well-made, delicious Pinot Noir. While it's a bit heavy for this variety, almost like a Grenache, there's no denying the wealth of cherry, licorice, bacon and cola flavor. Should hold well in the bottle over 3–5 years.",The Racing Line,34,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,The Line 2008 The Racing Line Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-2008-racing-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,The Line 13,Red,France,"Firm and dark in character, with some dense tannins over the strawberry fruits. The wine is pure in its fruitiness, with a line of acidity that is almost tangy. Alongside this are firm tannins and a smoky aftertaste.",,44,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Drouhin 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet fruit and plenty of oak in the form of mocha and marshmallow give it a modern, friendly nose, but behind that candied curtain there's a well-cut, semitannic wine with red fruit, herbal notes and spice backing. The finish has length and a touch of tobacco, and it's stern enough to permit aging through 2013.",Aluvión Gran Reserva,20,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lagar de Bezana 2007 Aluvión Gran Reserva Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-bezana-2007-aluvion-gran-reserva-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Lagar de Bezana 13,Red,France,"Around the base of the hill of Corton Grand Cru, the village vineyards of Aloxe-Corton have produced a rich, soft wine. Sweet strawberry jam flavors, black plum skins and soft tannins give it a generous feel without being powerful. For short-term aging over 2–3 years.",,40,89,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Aloxe-Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manuel Olivier 13,White,France,"A rounded wine, all comfortable fruits and texture. There is a nice bite of lime juice acidity to sharpen up the gentle character, as well as some toast to add spice. An attractive, already mature wine.",Chartron et Trébuchet Cuvée La Chaume,,89,Burgundy,Rully,,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot 2007 Chartron et Trébuchet Cuvée La Chaume (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jean-baptiste-bejot-2007-chartron-trebuchet-cuvee-chaume-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2007,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Spy Valley isn't particularly known for its Chardonnays, but this is a toasty, creamy, lush example that should turn some heads. Melon, apple, citrus and pineapple fruit is all wrapped in a cushion of oak, making for a soft, easy-drinking wine. Drink it over the next year or so.",Envoy,36,89,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2007 Envoy Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2007-envoy-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2007,Spy Valley 14.1,White,US,"Fans of simple, fruity Pinot Gris or Grigio should graduate to this fine wine, which is one of the best of class in this price range in California. The wine is bone dry and crisp in cool-climate acidity, offering a racy mouthful of tangerine and pear flavors that finish with a vanilla honey richness.",Klindt Vineyard,15,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Philo Ridge 2008 Klindt Vineyard Pinot Gris (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2008-klindt-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Gris,2008,Philo Ridge 13.5,White,Chile,"Solid, crisp and consistent with the previous vintage. Undurraga's T.H. from Leyda is a Sauvignon Blanc made in the oceanic, cool-climate style. It's stripped of all fat and weight; instead, it hits with tangerine, orange and a bit of green. A nice example of a streamlined, fit white wine.",T.H.,17,89,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 T.H. Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-th-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Undurraga 13.5,Red,US,"A great bargain in a Cabernet. Shows lots of soft, rich, likeable qualities, with blackberry, raisin and oak flavors, and a spicy finish. A superb house wine, although production was only 400 cases.",,13,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,TWODOG 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twodog-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,TWODOG 14,White,France,"There's not too much fruit going on here; the aromas and flavors tend more towards caramel, vanilla and cinnamon, with just a faint lemon tone as a backdrop. After a kiss of softness on the palate, this wine finishes with mouthwatering crispness. Though impressive, this wine is a bit disjointed and could use a few years to integrate.",Grand Cru Brand,80,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2005 Grand Cru Brand Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2005-grand-cru-brand-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Josmeyer 13,White,New Zealand,"This medium-weight, richly textured Chardonnay features toasted grain upfront, embellished by touches of vanilla. Lemon custard notes are rounded out on the palate by hints of melon and apple. Drink now–2011.",Skeetfield,30,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Gunn Estate 2007 Skeetfield Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunn-estate-2007-skeetfield-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2007,Gunn Estate 12,White,Australia,"This medium-bodied Chardonnay is plump without being heavy, featuring modest citrus aromas but greater depth of fruit on the palate, adding pear and melon flavors to the mix. It's fresh and lively on the finish, which should serve it well with a wide variety of dishes. Drink now–2013.",Reserve Release,45,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2007 Reserve Release Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2007-reserve-release-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,De Bortoli 14.4,White,US,"Made in the stylish cult manner of exceptionally ripe pineapple, kiwi and pear fruit flavors, lavishly oaked, this Chard will please fans of the style. One wishes it were more sophisticated and complex, but lots of people will ooh and aah over its sheer power.",,42,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,David Arthur 14.9,Red,US,"A very rich, flamboyant Pinot Noir, with massive, deep flavors of black cherries, currants, licorice and chocolate. Such is the weight and tannic intensity that it probably will develop, and in fact needs 3–4 years to calm down.",de Villiers Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2007 de Villiers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2007-villiers-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calera 14.1,Red,US,"Run, don't walk, to find this wine. It's everything you want Pinot to be: dry, silky, racy and subtle. So easy to drink, with its polished cherry, cola, herb and pepper flavors, but complex and savory. A great food wine at an extraordinary price.",Unfltered,19,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Philo Ridge 2006 Unfltered Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2006-unfltered-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Philo Ridge 14,White,Italy,"Here is a deeply saturated Chardonnay with a golden color and thick notes of candied fruit, almond, butterscotch and a playful hint of pecorino cheese rind. The wine is thick and succulent in the mouth, with a soft approach that is capped by a piquant, almost spicy finish.",,40,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2007 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2007-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2007,Planeta 13.5,Red,France,"Firm and tannic, a wine that, at this stage, is putting structure before fruit. That will change over 4–5 years as the dry tannins soften into the ripe plum and cranberry juice fruits underneath. While not weighty, this is a delicious, well-crafted wine.",Les Grands Epenots Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Pommard,,Roux Père et Fils 2006 Les Grands Epenots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2006-grands-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2006,Roux Père et Fils 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very dry, silky Pinot Noir made in a more restrained manner than some of the big, huge ones out there. It doesn't whack your head, but appeals for its elegance. Shows sophisticated cherry, sassafras and sandalwood flavors, and the price is extremely good for the quality.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pedroncelli 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pedroncelli 13,Red,France,"A big wine, with structure and fruit. The mild tannins are a counterpoint to the harmonious red berries, acidity and dense texture. Boasts a delicious, sensuous finale. For medium-term aging.",Les Damaudes,60,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Les Damaudes (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-damaudes-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manuel Olivier 13,White,France,"Smooth and rich, a wine that seems soft rather than focused. Hints of wood add to the attraction, while pear and lychee flavors give further ripeness. It probably needs several months, or a year, to come together.",Charmes Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Maison Jessiaume 2007 Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2007-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Maison Jessiaume ,White,Austria,"A bone-dry style, with very bright fruits and a crisp, tense mineral character. A crisp, classic, deliciously aromatic Riesling.",Senftenberger Piri,,90,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2009 Senftenberger Piri Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-senftenberger-piri-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Nigl 14.5,Red,Chile,"One of the best values in Chilean wine is Quatro, a lusty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Carmenère and Syrah. The nose is deep and roasted, with aromas of bacon, vanilla, pastry and black fruit. Lush and full in the mouth, with intense blackberry and cassis flavors. A titan at a great price, and ageable over the short term. Drink now through 2013.",Quatro,15,90,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2008 Quatro Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2008-quatro-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,MontGras 13,Red,France,"Does the vineyard name mean “foggy” as its etymology suggests? The wine certainly has a cool character for normally generous Volnay. But it is finely structured, the delicate tannins offering a balance to the more forward black fruits. There is a fine fresh, dry aftertaste.",Brouillards Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2007 Brouillards Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2007-brouillards-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jessiaume 13.5,White,France,"Decadent and rich. Exotic spice, cherry and lemon nuances are encapsulated in folds of sweet caramel that linger on the intense finish. Quite off-dry, ideal with sushi.",Grand Cru Hengst,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2006 Grand Cru Hengst Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2006-grand-cru-hengst-gewurztraminer-alsace-93192/,Gewürztraminer,2006,Domaine Ehrhart 13.5,White,Italy,"This luminous, golden blend of Trebbiano, Passerina and Pecorino from Abruzzo in Central Italy offers beautifully intense aromas of honeysuckle, acacia flower and stone fruit, all capped by a subtle note of white mineral. The wine is creamy and smooth in the mouth with a pretty almond-like note on the close.",Tullum,25,90,Central Italy,Abruzzo,,Feudo Antico 2008 Tullum White (Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-antico-2008-tullum-white-abruzzo/,White Blend,2008,Feudo Antico 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Inky, dark, charred and serious, and it only gets better as it opens with air. The palate has a smooth, deep, comfortable feel and the flavors are sweet, fruity, creamy and proper for Malbec. Chocolaty and rich on the finish. A very nice wine made for near-term drinking.",Serie Magno,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2007 Serie Magno Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2007-serie-magno-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Fantelli 13.8,Red,US,"A good, complex Pinot Noir that shows the dramatic structure of the far Sonoma Coast. It's rich in acidity and tannins, yet still is silky and gentle in the mouth. The cherry, raspberry, cola and sandalwood flavors are delicious. Very fine now and for a few more years.",,34,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Failla 13,Red,Austria,"Bright, deep purple in color, this is a dry, firm wine, but one suffused with sweet black berries, fresh acidity and a gorgeous juicy texture. It has a definite mineral touch to go with the vivid fruits.",Ried Oberer Wald,,90,Burgenland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2007 Ried Oberer Wald Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2007-ried-oberer-wald-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Ernst Triebaumer 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a beautiful blend of Chardonnay and Viognier with a luminous golden color and fragrant aromas of passionfruit, honeysuckle, mango and peach. The consistency is fine and firm and the wine's rich flavors are matched by well-balanced weight and density.",Antinoo,24,90,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2007 Antinoo White (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2007-antinoo-white-lazio/,White Blend,2007,Casale del Giglio 15,Red,US,"With a touch of raisins and some heat in the finish, this is a pretty ripe Zinfandel. It's not for the faint-hearted. But it's classic California Zin, offering huge blackberry, cola, mocha and black pepper flavors that go on and on into a long finish. Demands rich fare, especially spicy, saucy barbecue.",Von Weidlich Vineyard,32,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,De Loach 2008 Von Weidlich Vineyard Zinfandel (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-von-weidlich-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-green-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,De Loach 13.5,Red,France,"There is good weight here. Its richness and fruits offer light red plum textures, a dry tannic character as well as some good power. Complexity and sweetness both promote a concentrated wine.",Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Maréchaudes,,90,Burgundy,Corton,,Albert Bichot 2007 Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Maréchaudes (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2007-domaine-pavillon-clos-marechaudes-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2007,Albert Bichot 14,White,Italy,"Here's a thick and sweet-smelling Orvieto Classico Superiore (a blend of Grechetto, Procanico and a small part of Chardonnay) that sports a deep golden color and opulent aromas of butterscotch, honey, apricot, exotic fruit and toasted nut. The wine is extremely soft and succulent in the mouth with long-lasting flavors of apricot and almond.",Pomaio Villa Monticelli,,90,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico Superiore,,Barberani 2006 Pomaio Villa Monticelli (Orvieto Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2006-pomaio-villa-monticelli-white-orvieto-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2006,Barberani 13,White,France,"A broad wine, its ripe flavors fashioned with yellow fruits, toast, vanilla and an opulent texture. This is rich, open and packed with full-in-the-mouth flavors. Ready to drink.",Château de Rully Cuvée Comte R. de Ternay Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2007 Château de Rully Cuvée Comte R. de Ternay Premier Cru (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2007-chateau-rully-cuvee-comte-r-ternay-premier-cru-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2007,Antonin Rodet 13.5,Red,France,"A wine that shows structure and the flavors of wood aging. The fruit is dense and concentrated, with a foursquare shape, full of berries, acidity and spices. The hard edge of tannins promise aging.",Les Pézerolles Premier Cru,85,90,Burgundy,Pommard,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Les Pézerolles Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pezerolles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.9,White,US,"Good price for such a nice Chardonnay from the Santa Rita Hills. The wine is very dry and crisp in acidity, with a bracing mouthfeel that offers rich, oak-inspired flavors of pineapples, pears and green apples. Nice now with Ahi tuna tartare or grilled salmon.",SRH,22,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2007 SRH Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2007-srh-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Lafond 13.5,White,France,"A fine, fruity but structured wine. It brings together many attractive elements of crisp fruits, ripe peaches, toast and a definite tight structure for aging. Keep for 2–3 years.",,63,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14.4,Red,US,"Power characterizes this Bordeaux blend, which is mainly Cabernet Sauvignon. It's strong in primary fruit, showcasing blackberries, black cherries, plums, carob and cola, and also strong in tannins, with a brisk, scoury mouthfeel. Add dryness, and you have a young, fresh wine of some charm and limited ageability. Now, with decanting, and through 2013.",Choreography,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fleming Jenkins 2006 Choreography Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2006-choreography-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Fleming Jenkins 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The wine has a dark, crusty top to the nose, with solid berry aromas under that. The palate is bright, zesty and features familiar plum and black cherry flavors. And the finish is straightforward but smooth. Stylish, with a little snap, crackle and pop.",Grand Reserve,20,90,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2006 Grand Reserve Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2006-grand-reserve-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2006,Graffigna 15,Red,Argentina,"A big, full-bodied Malbec with charm. The nose is toasty, with black fruit, chocolate and other stocky, earthy aromas. Saturated in the mouth, with concentrated black fruit flavors. Shows touches of mint and spice on the finish along with coffee, licorice and chocolate. Drink now through 2012.",Ultra,24,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2007 Ultra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2007-ultra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Kaiken 13,Red,France,"From the new, négociant side of Domaine Jessiaume, now owned by Scottish businessman Sir David Murray. The wine hints at the grandeur possible from Clos de Vougeot without quite achieving it. The power is there, but without the black richness. Instead, there are fine tannins, firm dark fruit skins and elegance. Age for 3–4 years.",,,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Maison Jessiaume 2006 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2006-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2006,Maison Jessiaume 13,White,New Zealand,"Showing plenty of toasty oak, Te Awa's 2007 Chardonnay is at the same time surprisingly medium-bodied, with refined citrusy aromas and flavors at its core, cosseted by layers of vanilla and coconut. Try it with scallops or lobster, and let the long, citrusy finish play off the buttery sweetness of the shellfish. Drink now–2012.",,30,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2007 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2007-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2007,Te Awa 13,White,Australia,"Consumers are reaping the benefit of Australia's Chardonnay grape glut. This elegant, refined, cool-climate Chardonnay comes at a bargain price for its flavors of lightly grilled pineapple, melon, citrus and hazelnut. Drink now–2012.",,21,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Sticks 2008 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sticks-2008-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Sticks 13.7,White,US,"A beautiful Sauvignon Blanc that shows why this warmish Santa Barbara County valley is such a natural home for the variety. With crisp acidity and a creamy texture, it's dry and minerally, with interestingly rich flavors of citrus fruits, melons and pears, and a touch of smoky oak.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Santa Barbara Winery 13.5,Red,France,"Beautifully perfumed wine, with fresh red fruits and some fine tannins. The wood element is perhaps too dominant for the weight of the wine. Hopefully this will subside. Give it 3–4 years.",Les Rugiens Premier Cru,125,90,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Faiveley 2007 Les Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2007-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Faiveley 14.5,Rose,France,"An astoundingly characterful rosé, the Mordorée Tavel has a hugely complex nose of cherry, carnation and strawberry set against a backdrop of herbes de Provence. Intensely flavorful in the mouth, this wine finishes on a long note of lemon zest and white cherries. An excellent foil for roast pork.",La Dame Rousse,24,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2009 La Dame Rousse (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2009-dame-rousse-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de la Mordorée 14.2,White,US,"A rich Sauvignon Blanc, with powerful, complex flavors of Meyer lemons, limes, lemongrass, tart green apples and white peaches. It's very dry and crisp in acidity. Shows an extra level of textural complexity that raises the score.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,David Arthur 13.5,White,US,"A wonderfully drinkable Chardonnay that shows brilliant coastal character and lots of richness, at a decent price. Crisp and dry, it has elaborate flavors of pineapples, green apples, peaches, crème brûlée, buttered toast, vanilla and cinnamon spice.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Schug 14,White,New Zealand,"Remarkably consistent in quality year after year, Peg Bay's 2007 Chardonnay opens with some slightly funky aromas that moderate with aeration to reveal a toasty, smoky wine with a core of melon fruit. It starts off seeming a touch narrow, but broadens and deepens on the palate, ending with impressive length.",,39,90,Waipara Valley,,,Pegasus Bay 2007 Chardonnay (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2007-chardonnay-waipara-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Pegasus Bay 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Kumeu River's Estate bottling remains among the finest in New Zealand, beautifully balancing oak and fruit in an intricate ballet of toast, vanilla, melon and pineapple. It's full bodied and round in the mouth, with no harsh or discordant notes on the lingering finish.",Estate,35,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2007 Estate Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2007-estate-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2007,Kumeu River 13.5,White,Italy,This is a lovely Chardonnay from Tuscany with a full bouquet of honey and stone fruit aromas. The wine is thick and rich in texture with impressive intensity and persistency on the finish.,Fontanelle,19,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2008 Fontanelle Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2008-fontanelle-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2008,Castello Banfi 14,White,Italy,"Here's a luminous and bright Chardonnay with a well-balanced aromatic offering that spans from toasted nut to chalky mineral to exotic fruit. Overall, the wine tastes smooth and creamy, but there are a few sharp points of acidity that help move it along the palate. It's a sophisticated white wine in a very elegant bottle.",Grand Cru,38,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2007 Grand Cru Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2007-grand-cru-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2007,Tenuta Rapitalà 14.5,Red,Chile,"All of Viu Manent's single-vineyard wines have the right stuff. This one starts out staunch and concentrated before it unfolds with inky, black-fruit aromas, warm earth and saturated blackberry and spice flavors. Ripe, rich and meaty. A prime New World Syrah with teeth and character. Drink now through 2012.",El Olivar Alto Single Vineyard,25,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2007 El Olivar Alto Single Vineyard Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2007-el-olivar-alto-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2007,Viu Manent ,White,Italy,"This luminous Chardonnay from Tuscany offers intensely fragrant aromas of honeysuckle, stone fruit and citrus blossom. The wine is fresh and crisp in the mouth and there's enough natural glycerol to leave a creamy, smooth sensation.",Tenuta La Solatìa,24,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2008 Tenuta La Solatìa Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2008-tenuta-solatia-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2008,Ruffino 14.5,White,Italy,"Here's a brilliantly golden-colored Chardonnay from sunny Sicily with aromas of mature fruit, spice, roasted nut and even a surprising note of white truffle. The mouthfeel is creamy and smooth and the wine would taste great with risotto and wild mushrooms.",Tenuta Regaleali,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2007 Tenuta Regaleali Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2007-tenuta-regaleali-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2007,Tasca d'Almerita 13.5,White,Austria,"A blend of Gelber and Roter Traminer from a 40-year-old vineyard. With heavily spiced aromas and a concentrated lychee flavor, the wine has a rich, gorgeous texture, all soft fruits and ripeness. It's a beautiful dry wine, a veritable perfume cabinet. Glass stopper.",Traminer,24,90,Burgenland,,,Umathum 2008 Traminer Traminer (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umathum-2008-traminer-other-white-traminer-burgenland/,Traminer,2008,Umathum 12.5,White,Austria,"A ripe but still crisp wine, pushing towards yellow fruits and hints of mango, but still keeping a pink grapefruit and apple skin acidity. It has a fresh texture, lifted easily by the freshest highlights.",Steinmuhle,48,90,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2008 Steinmuhle Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2008-steinmuhle-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Kollwentz 14.1,White,US,"Very dry, crisp and minerally, a subtle wine with some bottle age that shows real complexity and finesse. Not for fruit-forward fans, its pineapple, pear and herb flavors are drying out, leading to interesting, old-wine, honey-and-cashew nuances. Drink right away, before it dies.",Los Chamizal,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hopper Creek 2006 Los Chamizal Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2006-los-chamizal-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Hopper Creek 10,Dessert,Austria,"A classically sweet Welschriesling, not too heavy or cloying, but ripe with juicy peaches and dried apricots enriched with honey. There is a hint of drier botrytis to give the wine a fine texture. Drink now, not for aging. Screwcap.",Ruster Ausbruch,44,90,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2007 Ruster Ausbruch Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2007-ruster-ausbruch-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,2007,Gunter Triebaumer 14,White,Australia,"Lush and mouthfilling, this tropical-fruited Chard offers a ton of flavors at a surprisingly small price. Smoky toasted-almond notes accent star fruit and guava flavors. Drink now–2011.",Frasca's Lane Vineyard,19,90,Victoria,King Valley,,Nugan Family Estates 2008 Frasca's Lane Vineyard Chardonnay (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2008-frascas-lane-vineyard-chardonnay-king-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Nugan Family Estates 13.5,White,Italy,"A candied element of butterscotch, caramel and dried apricot opens the nose of this luminous and bright Chardonnay. The wine is smooth and soft in the mouth with enduring flavors of stone fruit and mineral (in fact, vineyard soils are heavy in chalk content). Baglio del Cristo is Sicily's hottest new winery to watch.",Laudàri,21,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2007 Laudàri Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2007-laudari-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2007,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 14.5,Red,US,"Sonoma Cabernet specialist Cohn turns his attention to Pinot, with good results. The wine is dry, silky and interesting, showing an array of cherry, cola, tobacco and peppery spice flavors. Has enough of a complex tannin structure to pair with lamb chops, or a great grilled salmon steak.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,B.R. Cohn 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,B.R. Cohn 14.5,Red,US,"Shows some real class and distinction, with velvety-smooth tannins and a nice touch of smoky cedar framing well-developed flavors of black cherry candy, red currants and spices. One of the best Merlots to come out of Paso Robles lately, at a fair price.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Ancient Peaks 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a creamy and rich Chardonnay with a pretty embroidery of fruit, floral and toasted aromas. You'll get peach and apricot here followed by vanilla seed and toasted almond. Its texture is smooth, silky and the wine would stand up to dishes with béchamel sauce or melted cheese.",,22,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2007 Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2007-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2007,Giacomo Vico 13,White,Austria,"While this finely crafted wine certainly has some richness, it brings out a cool, poised character, lightly aromatic. Currants and spicy citrus offer delicious crispness. Worth aging for 3–4 years.",Setzberg Smaragd,30,90,Wachau,,,Graben-Gritsch 2008 Setzberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graben-gritsch-2008-setzberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2008,Graben-Gritsch 14,White,Italy,"There's a sweet note here that underlines the wine's natural aromas of apricot, honey, mature fruit and mango. There's also a touch of well-integrated spice or toast and the wine is long-lasting and extremely enjoyable overall.",Alba Nora,58,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Feudi della Medusa 2006 Alba Nora Chardonnay (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-della-medusa-2006-alba-nora-chardonnay-isola-dei-nuraghi-113790/,Chardonnay,2006,Feudi della Medusa 14,White,New Zealand,"More elegant and restrained than the bolder 2008, this wine blends understated toast and vanilla with pear and melon flavors before finishing with a flourish of citrus. Drink it over the next several years.",Block 2,52,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2007 Block 2 Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2007-block-2-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2007,Felton Road 15.5,Red,US,"A lovely, softly dry wine to drink now with everything from Mexican to barbecue. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and Syrah, it's dry and rich in berry, cherry and currant flavors, with an edge of unsweetened chocolate and Indian spices. Good price for the quality.",El Jefe,25,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Padilla Erickson 2007 El Jefe Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padilla-erickson-2007-el-jefe-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Padilla Erickson 14.9,Red,US,"Muscular and broad, a massive wine packed with fruity power, but lacking some finesse. Floods the palate with the essence of red cherries, with delicious, pastry tastes of baked tart, raspberry nut granola, honey and red licorice. Drink now for freshness and vivacity.",Garys' Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2008 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2008-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roar 13,White,France,"An opulent style, very Meursault, the weight coming from the wood and the packed white fruit flavors. The wine is smooth, generous, a big ripe mouthful of fruit. The aftertaste shows some wood.",,46,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Joseph Drouhin 15,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe, full-bodied and oaky Pinot Noir. It's too powerful to drink now, unless you don't mind immaturity. The raspberry, cherry and blood orange flavors are of the pie-filling type, and the oak sticks out in smoky, vanilla sweetness. Give it 4–5 years in the cellar to come around.",Lafond Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2006 Lafond Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2006-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Lafond 13.5,Red,France,"A successful expression of serious tannins, while balancing them with firm, dark fruits. The dry edge does demand some aging, five years or more, to bring out the weight of this solid wine.",Premier Cru,80,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manuel Olivier 13,White,Austria,"With short cask aging, this is warm in style, with yeast and pear flavors. It is a rich wine, with great fruit and ripeness. The character is round, open. Glass stopper.",Sernau,,90,Südsteiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2008 Sernau Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2008-sernau-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Manfred Tement 14.8,Red,US,"Very dry, tannic and peppery, this complex young wine is crying out for a good steak. It shows rich cherry, blackberry and currant flavors, with a gamy streak of leather. Drink now.",,30,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2007 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2007,Miraflores 13,White,France,"A soft wine that hints at the richness of Meursault, with caramel flavors giving weight, and a distinct citrus and apple character giving freshness. For early drinking.",,54,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 14,Red,Argentina,"Multifaceted on the nose, with aromas of horse saddle and mulch that give way to cleaner floral and berry liqueur scents. The palate is thick, chewy and on the softer side, while the flavors shows rich berry flavors that hint at syrup. Chewy, with a coffee-like essence to the finish.",Reserva,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,François Lurton 839,White,US,"From a producer with a generally good track record for off-dry Riesling comes this delightfully crisp, fruity wine. With a touch of white sugar in the background, it shows brisk flavors of limes, peaches, green apples and vanilla.",Cole Ranch,19,87,California,Mendocino County,Cole Ranch,Esterlina 2008 Cole Ranch Riesling (Cole Ranch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-2008-cole-ranch-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-cole-ranch/,Riesling,2008,Esterlina 13.2,White,US,"This is a fresh, vibrant stainless steel-fermented Chard that boasts charming notes of fresh apple slices, nectarine, lemon rind citrus and a hint of yellow florals. It's ripe and big without being too spicy or overdone, with a solid, lengthy finish. Drink now.",Estate Bottled,19,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2007 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2007-estate-bottled-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Macari 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A little bit baked, but overall it's a good, semirich Malbec with roasted, dark fruit flavors and a backdrop of chocolate. The palate has slightly more acidity than you might expect, so it doesn't come across heavy or out of whack. Regular wine done well.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Four Aces 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-aces-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Four Aces 13,White,Chile,"Nicely laid out, with mineral, pungent green fruit and citrus aromas making for a good opening. The palate is crisp and chalky, with lime and grapefruit flavors. Additional lemon-lime works the finish. Not complicated but nice and fresh.",Aliwen Reserva,13,86,Curicó Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 Aliwen Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-aliwen-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Undurraga 13.5,White,Argentina,"A chunky wine with a full, round, sweet, tropical outlook. The nose settles on pineapple chunks, while the creamy palate features flavors of baked yellow apple and melon. Finishes upright, which is better than many. Not sophisticated but still good for Argentina.",Reserve,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2009-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Cruz Alta 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and warm on the nose, with good berry aromas that turn flatter under the microscope. The palate shows sweet, baked berry flavors and brown sugar, while the feel is round, gritty and full of life. Nice for $8.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Vuelta 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vuelta-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,La Vuelta 13.5,White,France,"Although this wine is missing the seductive nose of many Gewürztraminers, it is impressive in the mouth with a rich texture and intense notes of rose water and cloves. Slight residual sugar and soft acidity make it a good partner for seafood in a fruit-based preparation.",Réserve,21,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2007 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2007-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Pierre Sparr 13,White,Argentina,"A little flat, but the nose is adequately melony, so give it points for that. The palate is on the plump, lower-acid side, so the green fruit and lychee flavors are fleshy. Finishes solid but soft. Drink this year.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Vuelta 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vuelta-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,La Vuelta 14.7,Red,US,"A clumsy wine. While there's some good blackberry fruit, the mouthfeel is sharp and edgy, suggesting green stems and pips resulting in hard tannins. Doesn't seem likely to age out.",Cañon Creek Vineyard,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Midsummer Cellars 2007 Cañon Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midsummer-cellars-2007-canon-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Midsummer Cellars 13.5,Red,Chile,"The bouquet is arguably the best part: earthy berry fruit mixed with tobacco and leather. The palate, meanwhile, is fairly hard and clipped, with short cherry and berrry flavors in front of a fast-moving, tough finish. Not a bad wine but tough on the tongue.",Winemaker's Collection,15,85,Maule Valley,,,Simone 2007 Winemaker's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2007-winemakers-collection-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Simone 14.5,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, with jammy blackberry, cherry, cola and toffee flavors wrapped into smooth tannins. Comes from the warmer Happy Canyon region.",Vozelgang Vineyard,24,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2006 Vozelgang Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2006-vozelgang-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Curtis 14,Red,Argentina,"Subtle on the nose, with restrained berry, cherry and citrus peel aromas. The palate is a little grabby but mostly fresh in its approach, with flavors of fresh berry fruit. Light and mildly candied on the finish. A no-brainer that's easy as they come.",,15,85,Other,Neuquén,,Alpataco 2007 Merlot (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpataco-2007-merlot-neuquen/,Merlot,2007,Alpataco ,Rose,Italy,"Here's a pale and luminous rosé from Southern Italy with a pinkish-peach color and delicate aromas of stone fruit, wild berries, white cherries and a touch of chopped mint or basil. The wine is tart but also slightly sweet in the mouth and there's a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Primitivo Rosato,15,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Giordano 2008 Primitivo Rosato Rosé (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giordano-2008-primitivo-rosato-rose-puglia/,Rosé,2008,Giordano 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry berry aromas mixed with herbal notes, tobacco and black olive open the show. The palate is a bit rough and scratchy, with sweet, candied flavors of sugar beets, black cherry and baking spice. Basic on the finish before it evaporates. A middle-tier Cab in every way.",Estate,14,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Errazuriz 14,Red,Argentina,"Sharp, pickled and sour smelling at first, although it does improve with airing. The palate has a good feel and proper size and roundness, yet the berry flavors are ultraherbal. Some oak and spice is detected on the finish. Unappealing on the nose; better on the palate.",Finca La Linda,11,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2008 Finca La Linda Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2008-finca-linda-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Luigi Bosca 13,Red,France,The fruit seems a bit faded but the nose offers up some pleasant mushroom notes. The lightweight palate shows dusty tannins and intense cherry notes that linger on the earthy finish. Drink up.,Amplus,55,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2005 Amplus Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2005-amplus-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2005,Lucien Albrecht 13.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and smells a bit of compost along with dry leaves, grilled meat and herbal fruit. The palate is edgy, with snappy acidity propelling lean raspberry and cherry flavors. Peppery and light on the quick finish.",Reserva,15,84,Maule Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2007 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-del-alto-2007-reserva-merlot-maule-valley-103012/,Merlot,2007,Portal Del Alto 12.5,Red,France,"From the village of Epineuil, north of Chablis, comes this lightweight red with attractive fresh fruits, but a curious petrol aroma. It is soft and light, although there is a hint of dry tannins. Screwcap.",Bourgogne Epineuil,19,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Bourgogne Epineuil (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-bourgogne-epineuil-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13,Red,Chile,"A blast of chocolaty mint opens up this confected, somewhat conflicted Cabernet. And while the nose hints at sweetness, the palate is rather snappy and tannic, with lean, tart flavors of red cherries and plum skins. Fresh in feel but herbal and thin in terms of output.",Aguacero Reserva,17,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lagar de Bezana 2007 Aguacero Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-bezana-2007-aguacero-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lagar de Bezana 15,Red,US,"A jammy, peppery Syrah, with sharp flavors of blackberries and considerable tannins. It's a rustic wine that needs rich meats and cheeses to tame it.",Cuvée,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deerfield Ranch 2005 Cuvée Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2005-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,2005,Deerfield Ranch 15,White,US,"Crisp and fruity, with lemon, lime, pineapple and spice flavors, brightened with mouth-cleansing acidity. Yet it's a bit too strong in those feline pyrazines that lend a green, unripe taste.",Ritchie Vineyard,30,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Ritchie Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-ritchie-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,De Loach 12.5,Red,France,"Strawberry jam aromas emerge on a wine that is light, with a bitter edge, but also with soft fruit, a tiny modicum of tannin and acidity.",Bourgogne Pinot Noir,17,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2007 Bourgogne Pinot Noir (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2007-bourgogne-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 12.5,Rose,Italy,Here's a darker shade of rosé with aromas of forest berry and bitter almond. The wine is plush and smooth in the mouth with a very nice offering of fruit and berry flavors on the finish.,Rosato di Poppiano,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre di Poppiano 2008 Rosato di Poppiano Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-poppiano-2008-rosato-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2008,Terre di Poppiano 14.7,Red,US,"A robust, spicy Zinfandel made for drinking now. It's dry and full-bodied, with blackberry, black currant, oatmeal raisin cookie and pepper flavors.",,17,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Angel's Secret 2008 Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angels-secret-2008-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Angel's Secret 14,Red,Argentina,"Lemony and stretched on the nose, with resiny oak aromas and a light hint of green. The palate has size, tannin and lots of oak, while the flavors run creamy and woody, with generic berry fruit residing under the surface. Decent for under $15, but an excess of oak creates a one-sided final product.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Viniterra 14,Red,Chile,"A beast of a red wine, with minty, earthy aromas that sprinkle in tobacco and mint leaf. The palate is fiery and tannic while the flavors of blackberry, coffee and chocolate come with heat and ruggedness. Big on power and flavor, but short on refinement and elegance.",Toro de Piedra,13,85,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2008 Toro de Piedra Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2008-toro-piedra-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Requingua 13.5,Red,Chile,"This value-priced wine struts like it comes from a better neighborhood. The nose is clean and is centered on berry fruit, while the palate is medium in size, with creamy, sweet berry flavors. Mildly medicinal and candied, but good overall.",120,8,85,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 120 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-120-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Rita 14.5,Red,Chile,"Very dark and grapey, with raisin, licorice and bite to the bouquet. Saturated and heavy in the mouth, with lemony acidity framing loud, generic black fruit flavors. The finish features ample oak in the form of butter and coconut. A little overripe and oaky, but on the right path.",Reserva de Familia,15,85,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva de Familia Malbec (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-de-familia-malbec-rapel-valley/,Malbec,2008,Santa Carolina 13.5,White,Argentina,"Lychee, melon and peach aromas are straight from the textbook, while the palate is forceful and more acidic than many, with aggressive lemon, lime and white grapefruit flavors. Racy and citric, with a cleansing finish.",Reserve,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2009 Reserve Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2009-reserve-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Trivento 14,Red,US,"Sharpness compromises this wine. Whether the acidity is natural or added, it's intrusive, cutting the palate and giving a sour candy taste to the blackberries, currants and cherries. Ready now.",Gracie Creek Vineyards,38,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2007 Gracie Creek Vineyards Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2007-gracie-creek-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2007,Muscardini 13.5,Red,US,"A good, everyday Cabernet marked by attractive blackberry, cherry, currant and oak flavors. It's dry and the tannins are rich and supple.",,14,85,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Murphy-Goode 13.5,White,US,"With 12 months in French oak, the Reserve Barrel Fermented Chardonnay is a rounder, more spice-infused Chard than Macari's regular Estate Bottled offering. As big as it is, the nose is somewhat muted with soft notes of pear and yellow flowers and the palate shows more as a result of the oak (spice, toast) than the fruit.",Reserve Barrel Fermented,23,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2007 Reserve Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2007-reserve-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Macari 11.5,White,Austria,"Light and very fresh, crystal-clear wine, with light, bright acidity and very soft creamy pear flavors. A perfect apéritif style. Screwcap.",Kremser Freiheit,,85,Niederösterreich,,,Nigl 2009 Kremser Freiheit Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-kremser-freiheit-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Nigl 13.5,White,Chile,"Mild toast and banana aromas are simple, subtle and quiet. The palate has a citrusy zest to it along with simple flavors of kiwi, melon and green grapes. Finishes wet and easy; a good wine but nothing to go nuts over.",Natura,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Natura Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-natura-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Emiliana 13.5,Red,US,"Quite sharp in acidity, giving a bite of tartness to the dry flavors of cola, cherries, sandalwood and pepper. A good, silky Pinot for drinking now.",Cool Coastal Vineyards,16,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,De Loach 2008 Cool Coastal Vineyards Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-cool-coastal-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 13,White,Australia,"Redolent with melon and pineapple, this medium-bodied unoaked Chardonnay is simple, fruity and clean, with a tart, citrusy finish. Drink now.",Unwooded,18,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Chapel Hill 2008 Unwooded Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapel-hill-2008-unwooded-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2008,Chapel Hill 12.5,White,France,"A very flowery interpretation with gardenia, freesia and carnations on the nose that carry over to the palate where they merge with fresh orange peel. There's only moderate intensity and complexity here, but the exceptionally pretty nose and the crisp, linear finish make for a nice overall package. Serve with flounder. Should be drunk up in a year or two.",Prestige,14,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2007 Prestige Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2007-prestige-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Cave de Ribeauvillé 13.5,White,Argentina,"Sweet haystack and banana aromas carry some smoke and burnt stalk, while the creamy, tropical palate shows pithy citrus fruit and sweet banana flavors. Tropical on the finish, but also slightly bitter. Solid by Mendoza standards but nothing special.",Barrel Select,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-barrel-select-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Bodega Norton 13,White,France,"Fresh and vibrant on the nose with green citrus, peach and sweet pink florals. The soft fruit is nicely balanced, ending with a simple, clean finish.",Voyou Chardonnay-Grenache Blanc,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Addict Wines 2007 Voyou Chardonnay-Grenache Blanc White (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/addict-wines-2007-voyou-chardonnay-grenache-blanc-white-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,White Blend,2007,Addict Wines 12.5,White,Italy,"Here is an easygoing, mineral-driven wine with drying notes of slate and graphite followed by measured tones of exotic fruit and honey. The mouthfeel is tight, crisp and a tad watery.",Trappoline,15,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Badia a Coltibuono 2008 Trappoline White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2008-trappoline-white-toscana/,White Blend,2008,Badia a Coltibuono 12.5,Red,France,"Fine, simple red Burgundy, with soft tannins, jellied raspberry flavors good broad texture. Obviously not for aging, but a pleasure to drink.",Bourgogne Pinot Noir,24,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Bourgogne Pinot Noir (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-bourgogne-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13.5,White,Austria,"A deliciously crisp, clean style, offering peppered apple and spice with a fine grapefruit acidity. Great apéritif style, bright and fresh. Screwcap.",Hugl,11,85,Niederösterreich,,,Hugl-Wimmer 2008 Hugl Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugl-wimmer-2008-hugl-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Hugl-Wimmer 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Something of a letdown after the top-rank showing of the 2006, the 2007 is marked by a slightly sour, lactic character, which accentuates the wine's sweet-corn fruit. The mouthfeel is creamy and soft, maybe a little too soft—so drink it over the next few months.",Reserve,26,85,Central Otago,,,Kawarau Estate 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kawarau-estate-2007-reserve-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2007,Kawarau Estate 13,White,New Zealand,"This oak-free Chardonnay starts off with somewhat floral and spicy aromas, then delivers an assertive mouthful of fruit cocktail-like flavors. It's medium-bodied, just right as an apéritif or alongside simply grilled fish or chicken.",Unoaked,15,85,East Coast,,,Gunn Estate 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunn-estate-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-east-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Gunn Estate 12.5,White,US,"Dainty and nuanced with notes of honeydew melon and red apple skin in the bouquet followed by flavors of stone fruit and peach. Moderate weight and acidity, with vibrant citrus carrying the refreshing finish.",Bridge Lane,15,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 2008 Bridge Lane Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-2008-bridge-lane-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Lieb 14,Red,Chile,"Staunch berry and earth aromas are fine. The mouthfeel, however, is an issue due to fierce tannic bite and chunkiness. But get back to the flavors of blackberry and chocolate and things seem better. A dark, young, heavy, rubbery wine that is what it is.",Reserva,14,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Viu Manent 14,White,Italy,"This spicy white wine offers incredibly intense aromas of candied fruit, chopped herbs and thick honey. The wine is fragrant and highly aromatic with a thick, creamy mouthfeel.",Le Franette,20,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bocelli 2007 Le Franette White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocelli-2007-le-franette-white-toscana/,White Blend,2007,Bocelli 13,White,Italy,"There are distant floral notes here, but in general this blend of Trebbiano and Vermentino from Grosseto, Tuscany seems initially closed. Perfumed aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle do burst through from time to time and the wine is crisp and snappy on the close.",Cuccallegro,,85,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Piandibugnano 2008 Cuccallegro White (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piandibugnano-2008-cuccallegro-white-montecucco/,White Blend,2008,Piandibugnano 14,Red,Chile,"A bit foxy and jumpy at first, and then familiar aromas of berry and plum settle in. The palate is jammy and tannic, while flavors of berries and currants seem roasted. Tobacco and olive notes are present on the chewy, weighty, textured finish.",Reserva,12,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Porta 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Porta 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Pretty well composed on the nose, with a core of blackberry. The palate runs narrow and grabby, but the generic sweet berry fruit is tasty, albeit ultrasimple. Snappy on the finish, with the gritty feel of cherry and grape skins. Good in a basic way.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2007 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2007-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2007,Mil Piedras 13,White,France,"A classic nose of roses and Asian spice precedes an intense palate with substantial residual sugar. Medium, perfumed finish. Serve with sweeter Thai dishes.",Cuvée Anne-Laure,16,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Arthur Metz 2007 Cuvée Anne-Laure Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arthur-metz-2007-cuvee-anne-laure-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Arthur Metz 12.5,White,France,"The wine has aromas of pears. There is plenty of fruit here, but the freshness is missing, giving a southern, warm feel.",Domaine Long-Depaquit,,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2008 Domaine Long-Depaquit (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2008-domaine-long-depaquit-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Albert Bichot 12.5,White,France,"Crisp and fresh with lively flavors of apple slices, clementine supremes, nectarine and a touch of honeysuckle. Lighter weight with good balance and a clean finish. The 2009 should be available, so drink up the '08 now.",Réserve St. Martin,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2008 Réserve St. Martin Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2008-reserve-st-martin-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 11.4,White,US,"A delicious and refreshing white made with 70% Muscat Ottonel, 15% Chardonnay and 15% Viognier. Very aromatic on the nose with notes of sweet pea florals, lilac, lychee, ripe pear and fresh orange slices. The palate is medium weight but vibrant, with more ripe tropical fruit unfolding in the mouth and on the finish. A different but excellent option as an apéritif to pair with spicy appetizers.",42 NORTH Estate Bottled,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing NV 42 NORTH Estate Bottled White (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-nv-42-north-estate-bottled-white-finger-lakes/,White Blend,,Lamoreaux Landing 12.5,White,US,"A medium bouquet of apple, lemon and a touch of fresh young peach. The oak is there but not overpowering. The palate is well structured with good acidity and a medium weight followed by a lengthy finish.",Grand Cru,15,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2008 Grand Cru Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2008-grand-cru-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Raphael 13,White,Chile,"Sharp aromas mix with softer ones, yielding a conflicted bouquet. The palate is plump as far as feel goes, with pithy flavors, honeyed citrus and lasting green bitterness. A melony wine that has its moments but is too pithy and bitter to make a better impression.",Special Reserve,13,85,Maule Valley,,,Simone 2009 Special Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2009-special-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Simone 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a distinctive white blend (with Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Verduzzo and Vermentino) with slightly oxidized aromas of almond, honey and mature apricot. There are both mineral and herbal qualities that help bring it back into line. The wine ends with a subtle touch of sweetness.",I Cerroni,,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Vallorsi 2007 I Cerroni White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallorsi-2007-i-cerroni-white-toscana/,White Blend,2007,Vallorsi 13.5,White,France,"Not overdone or overripe, here's a rich Chard that boasts fresh peach and red apple notes with notes of tropical fruit acidity. Clean and solid with a medium mouthfeel; an easy-drinking choice that's perfect for company.",,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,The Frenchhouse 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchhouse-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,The Frenchhouse 13,Rose,France,"Quite mature now, this rosé shows apple, lemon and spice character that fades quickly to a cedar note. It's dry, with a final note of cumin. Drink now.",Sainte Victoire,16,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Houchart 2008 Sainte Victoire Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2008-sainte-victoire-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2008,Domaine Houchart 13.5,Red,Chile,"For a huge-volume wine, it's what we'd expect. Controlled oak results in aromas of coffee, vanilla, marshmallow and resin in addition to cassis and cherry, while the palate offers generic fruit flavors as well as vanilla and herbal notes. A bit puckery and scratchy, but keep in mind that annual production tops 1.3 million cases.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,10,85,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-casillero-diablo-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Concha y Toro 14,Red,Chile,"As the production on this wine climbs (it's up to 35,000 cases now), the final product becomes more generic. An opening of bold berry fruit comes with a pounding mix of oaky vanilla and milk chocolate, while the palate has acidity for zest but also a lot of creamy oak. Very oaky on the finish, leaving a lasting impression that's more about resin and vanilla than fruit or individuality.",Marques de Casa Concha,21,85,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Marques de Casa Concha Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-marques-casa-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2007,Concha y Toro 13,White,France,"Lemon and hay aromas on the nose get overtaken by a strong flavor of fall leaves in the mouth. Fairly dry and medium-bodied, this is a good choice with a wide variety of lighter fish and chicken dishes. But pick this one up soon for it's starting to show its age.",Les Princes Abbés,27,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2006 Les Princes Abbés Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2006-les-princes-abbes-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2006,Domaines Schlumberger 13.5,White,France,"Soft red apple, white peach and delicate white florals unfold in the nose, while toastier notes of baked apple and brioche appear in the mouth. Round and full, there's not a lot of complexity here but it's straightforward, satisfying and quite easy to drink.",Vignes de Nicole,14,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2008 Vignes de Nicole Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2008-vignes-nicole-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Domaines Paul Mas 13,White,US,"Barrel fermented and aged in American oak for 15 months, this is a big and powerfully oaky Chard with dominating notes of butter, wood-infused stone fruit and apple pie along with a hint of grapefruit oil in the mouth. The finish is toasty with a lingering vanilla bean note.",American Oak,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2007 American Oak Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2007-american-oak-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Casa Larga ,White,US,"Like the label says, this Gewürz is off-dry, with sugary flavors of pineapples, apricots, green apples, papayas and Asian spices. It's uncomplicated and clean.",Semi-Dry,22,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Stein Family 2009 Semi-Dry Gewürztraminer (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stein-family-2009-semi-dry-gewurztraminer-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Stein Family 13,White,New Zealand,"Tart and citrusy, with distinct lemon and pineapple components that finish crisp and slightly musky. Fine as an apéritif or with light seafood. Drink now.",Unoaked,15,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Curious Cove 2007 Unoaked Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curious-cove-2007-unoaked-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2007,Curious Cove 14.8,White,France,"Aromas of yellow flowers and soft sweet spice take time to appear on the bouquet of this Grenache-based white. Round and flabby, with notes of melon, celery and nectarine in the mouth. The finish is medium with hints of toast.",Le Sud,24,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Mas de Lavail 2007 Le Sud White (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-lavail-2007-le-sud-white-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,White Blend,2007,Mas de Lavail 12,White,Austria,"Very crisp fruit, with light acidity and a taut character. A lively wine, bright and vivacious, packed with citrus. Screwcap.",Hugo,,85,Niederösterreich,,,Markus Huber 2009 Hugo Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2009-hugo-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Markus Huber 11.5,White,Austria,"A fresh style of wine, with an attractive edge of softness followed by the brightest fresh acidity. A simple, crisp, clean wine to drink now. Screwcap.",Green Grün,,85,Südsteiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2009 Green Grün White (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2009-green-grun-white-sudsteiermark/,White Blend,2009,Manfred Tement 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Powerful but reduced, with gritty berry aromas and a ton of clove on the nose. There's a carry over of the clove in the mouth, and also roasted fruit flavors, wood spice and sweetness. Powerful for sure, but arguably a bit too woody for its own good.",Tonada,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Anita 2009 Tonada Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-anita-2009-tonada-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Finca La Anita 13,Red,France,"On the austere side, with fruit that has considerable—perhaps too much—freshness. Berry flavors and tannins verge on stalky, and the acidity gives the wine a light aftertaste.",,47,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 12.5,White,France,"While it certainly has bright acidity and green fruit flavors, this is quite creamy in texture for an Aligoté, its angles softened and rounded. The finale is fresh, with a more citrus character.",,25,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Bourgogne Aligoté,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 13,White,France,"Subtle in approach, in keeping with the Dopff & Irion house style, this wine shows good minerality on the nose and moderate intensity in the mouth. Not overpowered by superripe flavors—the themes here are apple and pear. The dry, citrusy finish makes this a good pairing for a meaty fish such as swordfish or tuna.",,20,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2007 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2007-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Dopff & Irion 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Like most inexpensive Malbecs, there are some strained aromas here: tire rubber, stemmy fruit and cranberry. But in the mouth it has good body and grab, with roasted fruit flavors and a touch of hickory. Savory and pretty good for under $10.",Alta,9,85,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2009 Alta Malbec (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2009-alta-malbec-tulum-valley/,Malbec,2009,Callia 12.5,Rose,France,"Overtly fruity upfront, with a green apple, pineapple, papaya and spiced orange character that trails off to a simple citrus note in the mouth. The dry, short-to-medium finish is shot through with tobacco notes. Drink up.",Sainte Victoire,20,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Baron Gassier 2008 Sainte Victoire Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-gassier-2008-sainte-victoire-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2008,Baron Gassier 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and chocolaty-fruity, like the wine version of a health food power bar, with raspberry, mocha, roasted almond and spice flavors. Easy to drink with just about anything that needs a full-bodied red.",Parmelee-Hill Vineyard,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2006 Parmelee-Hill Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2006-parmelee-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Atmosphere ,Red,US,"A simple, rustic wine. It shows Pinot's silky texture, with racy acidity and subtle cherry, pomegranate and cola flavors. But it's chunky and clunky in the mouth. Seems to contain some unripe grapes.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Alfaro Family 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfaro-family-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Alfaro Family 13,White,France,"Crisp, clean and clear Chardonnay, soft and attractive, the fruit on the citrus side, but with some red apple skin juice to make it richer.",Bourgogne Chardonnay,24,85,Burgundy,Burgundy,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Bourgogne Chardonnay (Burgundy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-bourgogne-chardonnay-burgundy/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a Sauvignon Blanc (with 15% Chardonnay) from a warm Italian climate (Cortona, Tuscany) that offers broad and thick aromas of passionfruit, peach and a touch of mango. The wine is light and streamlined in the mouth and makes a good partner to light finger foods or appetizers.",,13,85,Tuscany,Cortona,,Avignonesi 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2008-sauvignon-blanc-cortona/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Avignonesi 13.5,White,France,"While the aromas on this example are not perfectly clean, they are followed by a burst of flavor that makes up for it all. Indian spices and macadamia nuts are punctuated by apricot fruit and wrapped up in a glossy texture. Long, nutty finish. Drink now to one year.",Gloeckelberg Grand Cru Grande Reserve,37,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2005 Gloeckelberg Grand Cru Grande Reserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2005-gloeckelberg-grand-cru-grande-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Cave de Ribeauvillé 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with aromas of black cherry, pepper, herbs and rubber. The palate is sort of flat and low in intensity, with smooth but basic flavors of vanilla and berry compote. Tastes sort of roasted and minty on the finish, but also full and sweet.",Estate Collection,9,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Estate Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-estate-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viu Manent 14.3,White,US,"Made in a New Zealand style, with strong gooseberry, lemongrass and lime flavors, this wine is bone dry and exceptionally crisp in acidity. It gets the tastebuds watering.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,White Oak 14.4,Red,US,"Rather simple, like a blackberry-infused cola punch. It's the kind of red wine to serve at a party, and everybody will like it, but there's not a whole lot going on right now. Could develop in the bottle.",,79,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prestwood 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prestwood-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Prestwood 13.8,Red,Chile,"A dark, chunky wine with cola, cassis and beet-like aromas. The palate is extracted but gritty, with big blackberry fruit that doesn't change or improve in the mouth. Deep as night but dull-edged; it flat-lines on the finish.",Cabernet Franc-Carménère,11,85,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2008 Cabernet Franc-Carménère Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2008-cabernet-franc-carmenere-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Oveja Negra 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Pungent and a little pickled on the nose, with oak and cream coming on a second wave. The palate is composed, normal in feel and shows slightly choppy cherry and berry flavors. Regular but short on the finish. Good wine; nothing more than that.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,,,Ombu 2008 Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ombu-2008-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2008,Ombu 12.5,White,US,"If you like 'em big and oaky, then this one's for you. Aromas and flavors of wood-grilled peaches, roasted red apples, buttery toast and rich nuttiness all generously abound. The mouth is full and slightly fat, with moderate acidity and a medium-length, smoky finish.",Grand Cru Reserve,25,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2007 Grand Cru Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2007-grand-cru-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Raphael 13,Red,Chile,"Roasted, leafy aromas greet you, followed by familiar scents of cherry and plum. The body is light to medium, with citric acidity turning the raspberry and pie cherry palate in the direction of snappy. Lithe on the finish, with a quick fade-away.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cono Sur 14,White,Chile,"Tropical in style, which for Los Vascos is as expected. Year after year, this Casablanca Chardonnay tastes, smells and seems more like Sauvignon Blanc than Chardonnay. As per usual, it's spunky, citric, green and grapefruity. A breed unto itself, with a zesty, green character.",Los Vascos,14,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2009 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2009-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 12.5,White,Chile,"Fresh and green-fruited, with mildly sweet, talcum powder aromas. Turns more stark in the mouth, and toward sour apple and grapefruit. Fairly acidic, and thus more zesty than substantive. Lemony and sharp on the finish.",Reserva,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Chono 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Chono 13.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit of a letdown coming from this producer, the Kidnapper's Vineyard Chardonnay seems to lack some richness and flesh in the midpalate. It's otherwise appealing for its pear, melon and graphite notes and crisp finish.",C3 Kidnappers Vineyard,20,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2008 C3 Kidnappers Vineyard Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2008-c3-kidnappers-vineyard-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2008,Craggy Range 12.5,Rose,France,Attractive fresh raspberry fruit and a touch of acidity mark this bright clean wine.,Bourgogne Côtes d'Auxerre Rosé,15,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Bourgogne Côtes d'Auxerre Rosé (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-bourgogne-cotes-dauxerre-rose-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13.5,White,Chile,"A ripe, sweet, soft style of Chardonnay that pours on the banana and pear aromas and flavors. The feel runs toward the valley, and the finish is all vanilla and sweet, melony fruit. Good enough but not all that lively.",Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Santa Rita ,Red,US,"A bit green and minty, with a sharp mouthfeel that lacks elegance and richness. However, there are some good blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, elaborated with oak.",,20,85,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma,Martin Ray 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ray 13.4,Red,US,"Here's a big, fruity, jammy Cabernet. It shows ripe, candied flavors of cherries, raspberries and chocolate, with polished tannins and a dry, spicy finish.",L de Lyeth,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lyeth 2007 L de Lyeth Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyeth-2007-l-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lyeth 13,White,Italy,This is a distinctive and unusual expression of Chardonnay with grassy notes and aromas that recall freshly picked spring flowers. There's white mineral and exotic fruit and a touch of piquant spice on the close.,,14,85,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Tenuta Santomè 2008 Chardonnay (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-2008-chardonnay-marca-trevigiana/,Chardonnay,2008,Tenuta Santomè 14,Red,Chile,"Silly name and label, but not a bad wine. The nose is meaty, medicinal and fails to hold its form over extended airing, but early on it's good and honest, as is the palate of herbal tomato and cassis flavors. A little bit scrappy, but for $10 it's better than most.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Sassy Bitch 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassy-bitch-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sassy Bitch 13.8,White,US,"Not very subtle, but oaky and ripe, with strong flavors of pineapple jam, pear, vanilla and toasty oak. Made in the popular style, at a decent price.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Santa Barbara Winery 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Santa Barbara Winery 13.5,White,Chile,"So lean, green and austere that it's almost a ghost. The nose is kind of vegetal more than fruity, while the acidity is so staunch that it penetrates the tongue membrane and sizzles a bit. Flavors of lime and sour apple lead to an acidic, tart finish. Needs more than just crispness.",Ventolera,14,85,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Litoral 2009 Ventolera Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-litoral-2009-ventolera-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña Litoral 13,Red,France,"Smoky, toasty aromas lead into a wine that brings some fruit tannins to the mix, with flavors of sweet plums and spice to go with the wood. The wine has some potential, perhaps for aging 2-3 years.",Buissonnier Rully,23,85,Burgundy,Rully,,Vignerons de Buxy 2008 Buissonnier Rully (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2008-buissonnier-rully-pinot-noir-rully/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vignerons de Buxy ,White,France,"Simple, attractive, light Chardonnay. Green fruits and pear juice layer with acidity and a soft texture. With its lively, crisp finish, the wine is ready to drink.",Château de la Tour de l'Ange,13,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot 2008 Château de la Tour de l'Ange (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jean-baptiste-bejot-2008-chateau-tour-lange-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot 13,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied wine features classic apple-and-citrus Chardonnay aromas and flavors, just tinged with floral notes and a touch of spice. It's fresh and clean, good as a predinner drink or with simply grilled fish or chicken.",Left Field,20,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2009 Left Field Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2009-left-field-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2009,Te Awa 12.5,White,France,"Chitry lies just outside the Chablis appellation area, giving a wine that has some of the classic steely character but is more rounded and less focused. Pleasing Chardonnay, finishes with an attractive vanilla touch.",Bourgogne Chitry,13,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Bourgogne Chitry (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-bourgogne-chitry-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13,Rose,France,"A great value and a good choice for barbecue or summer seafood dishes. Moderate notes of small red berries, wild strawberry and raspberry dominate the creamy mouth along with a hint of soft garrigue herbs on the finish.",Réserve St. Martin Syrah,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2008 Réserve St. Martin Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2008-reserve-st-martin-syrah-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2008,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 12.5,Red,France,"Rodet's basic red Burgundy draws on fruit from the firm's local Mercurey region, giving the wine a warmth and softness. There is a core of dryness, but this is generally soft and perfumed.",Bourgogne A. Rodet,18,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Antonin Rodet 2007 Bourgogne A. Rodet (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2007-bourgogne-a-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2007,Antonin Rodet 13.2,Red,US,"A good, everyday Pinot Noir. It's somewhat rugged, with jagged tannins, and the flavors are direct and simple, suggesting cherry jam and buttered cinnamon toast. But the silky texture is pure Pinot Noir.",Reserve,16,85,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Monterey County-Santa Barbara County,Angeline 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County-Monterey County-Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-other-sonoma-county-monterey-county-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Angeline 12,White,France,"This wine makes you work harder than many of its neighbors to find the flavor but it's worth the effort when you uncover an intriguing mélange of hay, apricot and early summer fruits. The crisp, minerally finish puts one in mind of a platter of choucroute garnie. Drink now to 2013.",,15,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2007 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2007-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Dopff & Irion 14.4,White,US,"A little heavy and dense in oak and lees, which tamp down the fruit and give the wine a certain flatness. Nonetheless you'll find grace notes of pineapples, apricots and minerals.",,26,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Deep Sea 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-sea-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Deep Sea 14,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and rubbery on the nose, with some green oak aromas. The palate has a soft, pasty quality to it as well as flavors of black cherry and mildly roasted berries. Finishes sort of bland and slightly herbal. Good but entirely basic in its approach.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1492,Cristobal 1492 13,White,Argentina,"Slightly oily on the nose, with a fair amount of baby powder. The palate is round and wet, but also fairly regular in its intensity and approach. Flavors of green melon run toward fat and easy, while the finish is in the same mode.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Bodega Norton 13.8,White,US,"Nicely dry and tart, with mouthwatering acidity. The flavors are of citrus fruits, with a vegetal undertow of green beans that is not necessarily unpleasant. Clean and vibrant, it's a good cocktail wine.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,Mokelumne River,Campus Oaks 2007 Viognier (Mokelumne River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-2007-viognier-central-valley-mokelumne-river/,Viognier,2007,Campus Oaks 12.5,White,France,"An attractive Mâcon, with some rich character, forward white fruits and a delicious apéritif style of freshness and acidity.",,15,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 12.2,Rose,US,"A nice blush wine. Made from 100% Pinot Noir, it's dryish and crisp, with pretty flavors of cherries, raspberries and vanilla. Nice with chicken pot pie or chicken enchiladas.",,18,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bonneau 2009 Rosé (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2009-rose-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Rosé,2009,Bonneau 14,Red,Chile,"Candied but also peppery and herbal, and without much depth or complexity. The palate is tight, acidic, sheering and tastes of snappy, edgy cherry and raspberry fruit. Then an oaky, vanilla dryness sets in. Solid and fresh, but hardly a head-turner.",Reserva,16,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2006 Reserva Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2006-reserva-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2006,Carmen 14.7,Red,US,"A good, somewhat common wine that displays lots of rich fruit, but also the fundamental weaknesses that Sangiovese displays in California. The wine is dry and medium-bodied, with cherry, black raspberry, coffee and leather flavors. But it's a bit sharp in acidity and rugged in the mouth.",Pauli Ranch,42,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Muscardini 2007 Pauli Ranch Sangiovese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2007-pauli-ranch-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sangiovese,2007,Muscardini 12.5,White,France,"Certainly crisp, but also showing some tropical fruit characters, this is clean, ripe Sauvignon Blanc. The aftertaste has hints of white currants. Screwcap.",,15,86,Burgundy,Saint-Bris,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Saint-Bris,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-sauvignon-blanc-saint-bris/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 14,Red,Chile,"Leathery and gaseous at first, with murky earth, scrambled egg, sulfur and ultimately spicy fruit and grilled beef aromas. The palate is full and choppy, with thick, soupy black fruit and herbal flavors. Creamy on the finish. Good but simple Syrah.",Secreto,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Secreto Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-secreto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Viu Manent 14,White,US,"Oak sticks out on this Chardonnay, striking with buttered toast, vanilla and wood char notes that dominate the underlying wine, which has perfectly fine citrus and tropical fruit flavors.",,28,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Schug 12,Rose,Italy,"Here's a pleasantly fresh and tonic rosé (made with Pinot grapes) that offers fragrant tones of wild berry, stone fruit and a touch of pink grapefruit. The wine sports a pale pink-peach color and offers loads of sweet berry intensity on the close. Not Imported into the U.S.",Pinot Rosé,,86,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Sant'Andrea 2008 Pinot Rosé Rosé (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santandrea-2008-pinot-rose-oltrepo-pavese/,Rosé,2008,Sant'Andrea 14.1,Red,US,"A tough, leathery wine, very dry and pretty tannic, with pleasant berry, cherry, currant and spice flavors. It's mainly Syrah, with 14% Cabernet Franc, and shows mouthwateringly crisp acidity.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Rumpus 2007 Red (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rumpus-2007-red-sonoma-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Rumpus 14.3,White,US,"This is a good, dry, racy Sauvignon Blanc that tastes fresh and young, despite being almost three years old. Shows tangy ruby grapefruit and lime flavors, with richer kiwi and vanilla notes. The price is very good for the quality.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Ruby Hill Winery 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruby-hill-winery-2007-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Ruby Hill Winery 12.5,White,Austria,"Pinot Blanc is never the most expressive grape, and this wine is certainly on the neutral side. But it does give soft, layered fruit, pear and apricot flavors, light acidity and a texture that will work with food. Screwcap.",,11,86,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2008 Weissburgunder (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2008-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-burgenland/,Weissburgunder,2008,Tinhof 14.5,White,Australia,"Crisp and pineapple-y, with hints of custard and spice, this is a medium-bodied Chardonnay that nicely balances oak spice, custardy richness and bright fruit. Drink it over the next 6–9 months.",Aradia,20,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2008 Aradia Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2008-aradia-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2008,Penley Estate 13,White,US,"The nose is lively and jumpy with notes of tart gooseberry, Granny Smith apple, lemony citrus and a hint of fresh ginger. The mouth offers riper, more oaky flavors of toasted nuts and pear flesh that lead through to the finish. Well balanced and easy to drink; so approachable, an excellent choice for outdoor summer dining with company.",Reserve,16,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2007-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Osprey's Dominion 14,Red,Chile,"A bulky wine with aromas of dried herbs, pepper and black fruits. It's meaty and thick in the mouth, with grapey, herbal flavors. Unfolds fairly nicely on the finish, with the wine's herbal character locking in. A good example of Chilean Malbec that's more basic than complex.",,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2008 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2008-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Montes 13,White,New Zealand,"A restrained style for Gisborne Chardonnay, with apple and citrus playing dominant roles. It's unadorned and clean, with a crisp, mouthwatering character that serves it well with food. Drink now.",Riverpoint Vineyard,16,86,Gisborne,,,Millton 2007 Riverpoint Vineyard Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millton-2007-riverpoint-vineyard-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2007,Millton 12.5,White,France,"Soft, rather unfocused wine, its fruit slow to show. There are flavors of apple juice, a tight steely edge, but the wine finishes simply.",,26,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2007 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 12.5,White,France,Very sweet aromas of ripe red and white cherries and canned peaches belie this wine's dry palate while the shortish finish shows an appealing citrusy crispness. Firm acidity will allow this wine to keep for several years but it's probably best drunk now.,Herrenweg,20,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2007 Herrenweg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2007-herrenweg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Ehrhart 13,Rose,France,"Mature now, with spice, animal and mineral scents that lead to lime and tar notes in the mouth. Lingering, flavorful finish of cedar. Drink before 2011.",Château Romassan,42,86,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Ott 2008 Château Romassan Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2008-chateau-romassan-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2008,Domaines Ott 13,White,France,"A very pretty, well-balanced Chard from South of France powerhouse Gérard Bertrand. Baked peaches, pretty yellow florals and a touch of honeysuckle integrate seamlessly in the creamy mouth. The finish shows notes of sweet citrus, leaving a clean and refreshing impression on the palate.",Réserve Spéciale,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2008 Réserve Spéciale Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2008-reserve-speciale-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Gérard Bertrand 15,Red,Chile,"Sweet marshmallow and strawberry aromas turn drier and spicier with air, while the palate is full-bodied and a little flat, with baked brown sugar and berry flavors. Long and showing both vanilla and butter on the finish, which doesn't offer a whole lot of fruit before fading fast.",Hacienda Araucano Humo Blanco,22,86,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2008 Hacienda Araucano Humo Blanco Pinot Noir (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-hacienda-araucano-humo-blanco-pinot-noir-lolol-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,François Lurton 14,Rose,Italy,"This rosé offers aromas of berry fruit, beet root and a touch of exotic spice. There's interesting personality and dimension here and the wine has a slightly sweet finish that would work well with ham and cheese quiche or butter pastry.",Rosa del Castagno,20,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fabrizio Dionisio 2008 Rosa del Castagno Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabrizio-dionisio-2008-rosa-castagno-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2008,Fabrizio Dionisio 13,Rose,Italy,"Here's a brightly pink, almost ruby-colored rosé with aromas of wild berries, pomegranate and even a touch of ground clove that adds a spicy flavor to the finish. The wine offers a full array of berry flavors and delivers very good quality for your dollar.",Rosato,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2008 Rosato Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2008-rosato-rose-sicilia/,Rosé,2008,Cusumano 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Not short on intensity but it is a little candied and gummy on the nose. It remains somewhat jammy in the mouth, with a mild creaminess softening up edgy red berry flavors. Good but candied and basic.",Reserve,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2008 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2008-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Cruz Alta 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A nice, regular sort of Malbec for everyday drinking. The nose is familiar, with basic berry aromas that have some sharpness, while the palate is solid if a bit tangy, with lively cherry flavors. Juicy and fresh, although slightly angular in feel. Ages only three months in oak, hence the fruit-forwardness.",Estate Bottled,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dante Robino 2008 Estate Bottled Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-robino-2008-estate-bottled-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Dante Robino 14,Red,Chile,"Potent and earthy, with a good set of dark fruit aromas, plus tar, horse hide and peanuts on the nose. That all may sound wild and funky, but it settles down and offers nicely roasted berry flavors, a chewy body and finally olive and herbs on the finish.",Reserva,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Agustinos 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2008-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Agustinos 14.9,Red,US,"A big, chewy wine, ultrarich in black currants and plums, but quite tannic. Seems like one you want to cellar. One compromise is a funky aroma that could indicate longterm instability.",Barrouge,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2006 Barrouge Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2006-barrouge-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Barlow 13,White,New Zealand,"This is a plump, fruit-driven Chardonnay loaded with apple and citrus. The wine's medium body and crisp, clean finish should prove versatile with a wide array of foods.",Unoaked,17,86,New Zealand,,,Kim Crawford 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay (New Zealand),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2008-unoaked-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Kim Crawford 14.4,Red,US,"A little more tannic, dry and robust than your typically soft, cult-style Napa Cab. You could call it old-fashioned, with its blackberry and cedar flavors and brisk structure. Suffers from some overripe raisins in the finish, and not likely to age, so drink up.",,60,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hopper Creek 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hopper Creek 13.5,White,France,"Starts off with a faint chemical odor that blows off quickly, allowing the more appealing notes of small white flowers, pear and toasted hazlenut to come through. Medium weight in the mouth with a solid, roasty finish. A great choice for barbecue or grilled chicken.",,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Hob Nob 2007 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hob-nob-2007-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2007,Hob Nob 13,White,Austria,"The typical spice of Muscat is very present in this wine, accompanying flavors of lychee in a rounded, ripe texture. It's a great apéritif style. Screwcap.",,17,86,Burgenland,,,Heidi Schröck 2008 Muscat (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2008-muscat-burgenland/,Muscat,2008,Heidi Schröck ,Red,US,"A good, robust and likeable blend. With firm tannins, it has a dry elegance, with easy blackberry, black currant, cocoa, pepper and cedar flavors.",,10,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra NV Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-nv-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,,Bonterra 13,White,France,The nose of Concord grapes is immediately appealing and leads to notes of overripe raspberries. Substantial residual sugar in combination with medium acidity render this a good for pool-side sipping or with paté.,Réserve,15,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2007 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2007-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Willm 15.3,Red,US,"Fruit fans will love the explosive blackberry, cherry, raspberry and vanilla mocha flavors of this wine. On the other hand, it's a bit obvious, with no real subtlety. Defines the easy, ripe California style.",Lot 161,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 161 Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-161-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2007,Cameron Hughes 12,Rose,Italy,This luminous rosé from the Lake Garda area of Northern Italy offers vibrant berry tones backed by slight shadings of white stone and ash. The wine is tonic and clean with a touch of sweetness on the close that could stand up to quiche Lorraine.,Chiaretto,13,86,Veneto,Bardolino Classico,,Marchesini 2008 Chiaretto (Bardolino Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesini-2008-chiaretto-rose-bardolino-classico/,Rosé,2008,Marchesini 12,Rose,Italy,There's a strong note of chopped mint or peppermint that sets this wine apart from most other rosés on the market. The wine is tart and slightly sweet in the mouth and would pair with lamb kebab and mint sauce or hummus and fried pita chips.,Rosato,13,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Masseria Altemura 2008 Rosato Rosé (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-altemura-2008-rosato-rose-salento/,Rosé,2008,Masseria Altemura 13.5,White,France,"Moderately intense with notes of baked apple, peach, toasted brioche and almond milk on the nose and palate. The alcohol is a touch forward, but it's balanced by the ripe fruit and nutty, roasty flavors. A delicious hint of vanilla appears on the finish. Drink now.",,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mas Carlot 2008 Marsanne-Roussanne (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2008-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-vin-pays-doc/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2008,Mas Carlot 13.5,White,Italy,"There is a heavy or slightly fat quality to this Trebbiano from Tuscany that is enhanced by aromas of chestnut honey, almond, dried apricot and a slight touch of exotic herb. The wine is characterized by chewy density and soft succulence on the close.",Tribiana,,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pieve de' Pitti 2007 Tribiana Trebbiano (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-pitti-2007-tribiana-italian-white-trebbiano-toscana/,Trebbiano,2007,Pieve de' Pitti ,Red,France,"Light fruit, dwelling on bitter cherry and fresh raspberry flavors. The wine shows crisp acidity, tight tannins and a cool feel.",,29,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Pierre Morey 2007 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pierre Morey 14.4,Red,US,"A blend of Sangiovese, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this pricey red wine is super-fruity and pretty direct. It offers lots of blackberries, cherries, currants, mocha and spices, wrapped into sturdy tannins, and is bone dry.",Tesoro,49,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Muscardini 2007 Tesoro Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2007-tesoro-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Muscardini 13.5,White,France,"Another great value from Arrogant Frog, this Viognier-Chard blend is fresh and delicious with flavors of rich wood-grilled apple, yellow florals, peach and toast. Medium weight and well balanced with a long finish. Drink now.",Lily Pad White,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Arrogant Frog 2008 Lily Pad White Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrogant-frog-2008-lily-pad-white-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Arrogant Frog 13,White,US,"Sweeter smelling than the usual Chard, with peach preserves, lychee, pear and pink florals unfolding in the bouquet. The mouth offers more oak-driven balance, with notes of cedar plank and spiced pears filling the cream-textured mouth. Seals the deal with a lingering, toasty finish.",Reserve,18,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Harbes Family Vineyard 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harbes-family-vineyard-2005-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2005,Harbes Family Vineyard 13,White,Chile,"Clean, with a proper set of varietal aromatics. There's a bit of body and some cut to this Maipo SB, and also tasty lemon-lime, kiwi and honeydew flavors. Easy to drink; the perfect uncomplicated white wine for chilling and quaffing.",Estate,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Haras 13,White,US,"Nicely balanced with attractive aromas and flavors of ripe stone fruit, lightly charred red apple and limey citrus. The mouth is round and lush but not fat, with moderate acidity keeping the weight in check and leading the way through the medium-length finish. Great for company alongside goat cheese appetizers.",,10,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2008 Chardonnay (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Chardonnay,2008,Hosmer 14.1,Red,US,"A useful, dry, fruity Merlot for drinking with almost anything that calls for a full-bodied red. Shows red and black cherry, cola, chocolate and cedar flavors, wrapped into hard tannins. Might gain with a year or two in the bottle.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hopper Creek 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Hopper Creek 14,Red,Argentina,"Cola, black cherry and lemony grit mark the bouquet, which is backed by acid-driven, lightly lemony flavors of cherry and raspberry. There's isn't a ton of volume, depth or follow-through to this wine; it is what it is: fresh, tangy and straightforward.",Premium,13,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Sur de los Andes 2008 Premium Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2008-premium-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Sur de los Andes 12,White,US,This single-vineyard Chard with no oak has a light bouquet with nuances of white florals and red apple. The palate offers more heft and concentration with flavors of peach preserves and clementine supremes. Lower alcohol with a medium-length finish; rich and tasty without being overdone.,Nutt Road Vineyard Sans Oak,11,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Tail Ridge 2008 Nutt Road Vineyard Sans Oak Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-tail-ridge-2008-nutt-road-vineyard-sans-oak-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Red Tail Ridge 13.5,Red,Chile,"Marshmallow sweetness and oak aromas give it a confected nose, while the mouth is weighty, concentrated and sappy, with mildly raspy berry and plum flavors. More spicy than herbal, with sweetness and forward oak on the finish. A full-force wine, but one that's fairly basic.",Reserva,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Rita 14,Red,Chile,"Starts with young, bouncy, foxy aromas and then settles on berry fruit and bacon fat. The palate is somewhat rooty and sweet, with solid tannins, body and respectable cassis and berry flavors. A sweet wine with adequate richness and reasonably true Cabernet qualities.",Reserva,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Carolina 13.5,White,France,"Soft and lush, this wine opens with papaya, honey and pear underpinning a spicy top note. It's not quite as complex in the mouth, and noticeably off-dry. A good choice with fruit salad. Drink now.",Rosenberg,25,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2007 Rosenberg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2007-rosenberg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Ehrhart 13.5,Red,Chile,"Like most Casillero varietals, this Merlot offers good concentration and a mix of berry fruit and light herbal aromas. The palate is lively, with good acidity and zesty red plum and pie cherry flavors. It's a little tangy throughout but on the plus side it's not overdone or heavy.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,10,86,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-casillero-diablo-reserve-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2008,Concha y Toro 13.5,Red,Chile,"A bold and chunky customer with multiple personalities. The nose has big black fruit, smoke, leather, barrel char and even some wet dog smells, while the palate is easygoing and full, with herbal, roasted fruit and spice. Long and mostly true on the finish. Uncomplicated but solid.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Malbec (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-casillero-diablo-reserve-malbec-rapel-valley/,Malbec,2008,Concha y Toro 13.5,White,France,"Dry and light, this is a decidedly elegant wine. It shows an enchanting mix of peach, peanut brittle and lemon flavors in the mouth that wind up in a lovely but fleeting pineapple note. Drink now to 2011.",Domaines du Château de Riquewihr Les Sorcières,27,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2006 Domaines du Château de Riquewihr Les Sorcières Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2006-domaines-chateau-riquewihr-sorcieres-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2006,Dopff & Irion 13,Rose,Chile,"Pink in color, with aromas of fresh herbs and citrus. The palate sports nectarine and pink grapefruit, but the finish turns a little briney and pickled. Otherwise this is good, snappy rosé.",Los Vascos,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2009 Los Vascos Rosé (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2009-los-vascos-rose-colchagua-valley/,Rosé,2009,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 14.5,Red,Chile,"A little harsh and smelling of hard rubber, leather and horseradish along with tobacco and grilled meat. The palate feels a bit scratchy as it puts out standard raspberry and cassis flavors along with dryness and mild bitterness. Seems tougher and less flavorful than the '06. Primus is Cabernet (65%) with Syrah (20%) and 15% Merlot and Carmenère.",,20,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Primus 2007 Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-2007-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Primus 13.5,White,Austria,"On the creamy side of Grüner, a wine that brings fresh acidity, green fruits and an edge of richer white fruits. There is a pleasing smoothness, well enlivened by acidity. Screwcap.",Rötenpullen,18,86,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2008 Rötenpullen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2008-rotenpullen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Pratsch 13,Rose,Italy,"This bright rosé from the Salento in Southern Italy offers unusual aromas of forest berry and a touch of moist earth or clay that give the wine a thicker texture and smoother sensation on the palate. This Negroamaro-based wine is bright, crisp and ends with a cheerful note of white cherry.",Massaro Rosa,17,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,L'Astore Masseria 2008 Massaro Rosa Rosé (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lastore-masseria-2008-massaro-rosa-rose-salento/,Rosé,2008,L'Astore Masseria 14.5,Red,Chile,"Meaty and full up front, with density, earth and mild foresty dampness. The palate is balanced and weighty, with standard berry, cherry and plum flavors. A good wine that's fresh and properly sized. And the finish of coffee, cocoa, herbal notes and dried leaves is classic Maipo.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-gran-reserva-los-andes-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Santa Alicia 15.6,Red,US,"This is a Cabernet to drink now. It's soft and clean and pleasantly complex, with black cherry, currant, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors, and is thoroughly dry. It will go downhill quickly, though, so open on buying.",,45,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cass 15,Red,US,"Ripeness is both this wine's blessing and its challenge. It's super-fruit in jammy blackberries, blueberries, currants and cherries, brightened by that famous Edna Valley acidity. But it's all on the surface, without much complexity. So drink now.",Estate Edna Ranch,24,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2007 Estate Edna Ranch Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-estate-edna-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2007,Tolosa 12,White,Austria,"A rare cross between Roter Veltliner and Sylvaner, Neuburger is a restrained, elegant grape that gives a good, fresh citrus character, but not a huge series of flavors. With the low alcohol, treat this like a superior Pinot Grigio. Screwcap.",,10,86,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2008 Neuburger (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2008-other-white-neuburger-burgenland/,Neuburger,2008,Tinhof 14,Red,Chile,"Try as we might to rally around this four-grape blend, things just aren't coming together. The nose is dry, cheesy and loses clarity with exposure to air, and while it's juicy and lively, it's also a common type of wine with high acidity and a spiky feel. The blend is 80% Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc and 20% Carignan and Carmenère.",Suyai,40,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Terra Andina 2007 Suyai Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2007-suyai-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Terra Andina 13,Rose,Italy,"This rosé opens with a bright, saturated pink color and although the nose is rather neutral, the wine does deliver a clean and full texture that could pair with most summer dishes or lightly fried calamari. There's a touch of both sweetness and piquant spice on the close.",Cerasuolo,10,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo,,Talamonti 2008 Cerasuolo (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2008-cerasuolo-rose-montepulciano-dabruzzo-cerasuolo/,Rosé,2008,Talamonti 14.5,White,US,"A bit common, with a scoury texture and decent flavors of pineapples, apples and oak, with a very dry, acidic finish.",Wild Oak,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2008 Wild Oak Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2008-wild-oak-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,St. Francis 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Robust up front, with bacony aromas mixed with leather, violet, pickle and blackberry. The palate is crisp and racy, with a fresh, acic-driven profile that's dotted with raspberry and blackberry. Has its share of flare but also some heat and unabsorbed acidity.",Reservado,16,86,Mendoza Province,San Carlos,,Carlos Basso 2008 Reservado Malbec (San Carlos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2008-reservado-malbec-san-carlos/,Malbec,2008,Carlos Basso 13.5,Rose,Italy,"This well saturated rosé opens with a dark pink, almost ruby color and offers aromas of red fruit and forest berry that are not particularly intense. The neutral nose suits the wine fine because it makes up for it with a thick, smooth mouthfeel and ripe berry flavors.",Venas Rosato,8,86,Southern Italy,Terra degli Osci,,Cantine Cipressi 2008 Venas Rosato Rosé (Terra degli Osci),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-cipressi-2008-venas-rosato-rose-terra-degli-osci/,Rosé,2008,Cantine Cipressi 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with sweet, candied fruit and herb aromas. The palate is aggressive and fairly tannic, while the palate rattles about with herbal wild berry, coffee and burnt flavors. Definitely lively and forward, but also rough and slightly drying and bitter on the finish.",Secreto,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Secreto Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-secreto-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Viu Manent 13.5,Red,France,"A soft, light wine with only the lightest of tannins, showing accessible berry fruits and fresh acidity.",Les Valozières Premier Cru,,86,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Roux Père et Fils 2006 Les Valozières Premier Cru (Aloxe-Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2006-valozieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2006,Roux Père et Fils 12.5,White,Italy,"The oak element is strong here and not totally integrated. Aromas of toasted wood and nut rise far above the fruit, which is delicate and low-key to begin with. You'll get tons of butter, almond and pineapple.",Pietrabianca,21,86,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Tormaresca 2008 Pietrabianca Chardonnay (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2008-pietrabianca-chardonnay-castel-monte/,Chardonnay,2008,Tormaresca 13,White,New Zealand,"Rather pulpy in texture, but the flavors are fresh and fruity, with bold notes of pineapple, lime and fruit salad. Crisp and clean on the finish.",Heart of Gold,20,86,Gisborne,,,Spade Oak 2007 Heart of Gold Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spade-oak-2007-heart-gold-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2007,Spade Oak 13.5,Red,US,"Dry, crisp and herbal, with tobacco, cola, red licorice and tannic cherryskin flavors. A silky, polished Pinot for early drinking.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kenwood 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry and cheesy-smelling at first, then more toasty. The palate struggles to present clean, linear, integrated fruit, oak and earth. Instead, it's rather murky and buttery, the latter characteristic a reflection of the oak the wine rested in. Ultimately it's more about oak and earth than fruit and harmony.",San Lorenzo Estate,28,86,Maipo Valley,,,Chono 2007 San Lorenzo Estate Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2007-san-lorenzo-estate-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Chono 13,Red,Argentina,"Heavy, inky and seemingly a bit overripe, with grassy, doughy, cake-like aromas. The palate is simple and soft, and it comes with deep berry, candy and herbal flavors. More herbal on the finish, with coconut entering the picture.",Reserva,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2007 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2007-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Espiritu de Argentina 14.5,Red,Chile,"Definitely a dark wine with heavy concentration. Aromas are foresty and rich, but also soft and soupy. The palate is quite heavy and full, with reduced black fruit and herbal flavors. So ripe that prune and raisin come up on the finish. Has its merits but also a few balance issues.",Don Maximiano Estate Single Vineyard,21,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Don Maximiano Estate Single Vineyard Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-don-maximiano-estate-single-vineyard-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Errazuriz 13,White,New Zealand,"Chunky in style, with slightly sappy, resiny notes ladled over bold tropical fruit. There's a nice creaminess to the midpalate, with guava coming through on the finish. Drink now.",Aspire,19,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2007 Aspire Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2007-aspire-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2007,Matariki 12.5,White,Italy,"This 70-30 blend of Chardonnay and Trebbiano is driven by a strong mineral vein that imparts dusty notes of slate, vitamin and granite over fuller aromas of exotic fruit and peach. The wine is simple and tart in the mouth with a creamy, soft feel overall.",,18,86,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Fattoria di Petrognano 2008 White (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrognano-2008-white-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,White Blend,2008,Fattoria di Petrognano 12.5,White,France,"A moderate-weight, citrus-infused Chard with soft green apple and dandelion floral accents. A crisp, clean finish and medium acidity makes this an excellent choice for warm weather sipping.",,14,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Fonfile 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fonfile-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de Fonfile 12.5,White,Austria,"This wine exhibits a fresh apples and citrus character, with light, bright acidity, just a touch of pepper and a light, creamy finish.",Grüner Veltliner 1 liter,14,86,Niederösterreich,,,Berger 2008 Grüner Veltliner 1 liter Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berger-2008-gruner-veltliner-1-liter-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Berger 13,Red,France,"Light in color and intensity, this is attractively raspberry-flavored Pinot Noir with a soft texture and a fine touch of acidity. It is for drinking now.",,,86,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2006 Santenay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2006-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Jessiaume 14,Rose,France,"Fresh and zesty, with plenty of pretty strawberry fruit to go around and a faint mineral undertone. Medium, raspberry-inflected finish. A great choice for summer sipping.",La Dame Rousse,16,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2009 La Dame Rousse Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2009-dame-rousse-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de la Mordorée 13,Rose,France,"An exquisitely pretty wine, with green apple and white cherry fruit shot through with an intriguing cardamon note. The finish is crisp and dry with hints of lemon and Turkish figs. Perfect for warm weather entertaining.",Les Domaniers de Puits Mouret,19,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2009 Les Domaniers de Puits Mouret Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2009-domaniers-puits-mouret-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaines Ott 13,Red,France,"A curiously earthy aroma announces a wine that is light, somewhat barnyard, the fruit behind the tannin. It has a juicy element leading to final cranberry acidity.",Les Lavières Premier Cru,44,86,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Les Lavières Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-lavieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,White,Italy,"This is a light and fresh blend with well-defined aromas of citrus, peach, green apple and kiwi. The wine tastes tonic and firm but remains easy and refreshing with a playful hint of sophistication. Not Imported into U.S.",Prinè,,86,,Delle Venezie,,Bosco del Merlo 2006 Prinè White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-merlo-2006-prine-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2006,Bosco del Merlo 14,Red,Argentina,"Jammy stuff, with hints of mint, leather and cotton candy. The palate is basic, with adequate structure and nicely presented berry fruit as well as herbal accents. Sweet on the finish, with some sugary stickiness. Gets better with time in the glass.",Serie Terra Roble,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 2008 Serie Terra Roble Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-2008-serie-terra-roble-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Viniterra 13.5,White,Italy,"Although this wine offers a neutral-smelling nose, it compensates with a bright, crystalline appearance and a genuinely soft and creamy mouthfeel. It's a delicate and feminine wine that would pair with avocado salad and feta cheese.",Conti Capponi Comitale,15,86,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Villa Calcinaia 2008 Conti Capponi Comitale White (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-calcinaia-2008-conti-capponi-comitale-white-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,White Blend,2008,Villa Calcinaia 13,Red,Argentina,"This is a straightforward, regular Cab with berry/cherry aromas and flavors. Nothing is out of the ordinary; the palate is bright and focused on simple berry flavors, while the finish has proper feel, lift and power. Shows a good mixture of fruit, acid and tannin.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vila 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vila-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vila 13,White,Australia,"A medium-bodied effort, Wildberry Estate's 2008 Two Passions Chard displays refreshing apple and citrus flavors and a crisp, clean finish. Drink it over the next two years.",Two Passions,16,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Wildberry Estate 2008 Two Passions Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildberry-estate-2008-two-passions-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2008,Wildberry Estate 12,White,US,"A well-balanced, partially oaked Chard with aromas of wood-grilled red apples, smoke and a hint of black licorice backed by flavors of toasted challah and tangerine citrus. Ample acidity keeps the palate and finish lively and clean.",Reserve,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2007-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Fox Run 14.7,Red,US,"Rich flavors of cherries, red currants and licorice mark this wine, leading to a spicy finish. It's a little aggressive in texture, though, with dominating acidity. Drink now.",SLH Estate,29,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2007 SLH Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2007-slh-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hahn 12,White,US,"This unoaked Chard has a somewhat Chablilsienne quality to it, with a beautiful mineral-driven freshness supported by delicate aromas of white peach, green apple and lively orange citrus. Light and immensely refreshing, it's a perfect apértitif sipper to be enjoyed with cheese and crudité.",Ingle Vineyard Unoaked,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2008 Ingle Vineyard Unoaked Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-ingle-vineyard-unoaked-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Heron Hill 14,Red,US,"Very tough in tannins now, and bone dry, but it's not showing the richness you want for it to survive time in the cellar. Some modest blackberry flavors, which turn into black currants and cocoa toward the finish, relieve the austerity. But it doesn't seem likely to improve.",Tomasson Vineyard,40,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Midsummer Cellars 2007 Tomasson Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midsummer-cellars-2007-tomasson-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Midsummer Cellars 12.5,Red,Chile,"Spunky and sweet smelling, with a touch of stemmy pepper to the nose. The palate is narrow but fruity, with your standard allotment of zesty red fruit flavors along with mellow spice. Finishes short, with drying tannins. Good but lacks nuance and sophistication.",Clava,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2008 Clava Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2008-clava-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Quintay 13,White,US,"If this wine were drier and crisper it would be a lot finer. The flavors are very rich, suggesting ripe pineapple tart, Meyer lemon pie, vanilla and sweet butter. It's almost sugary, except it's probably technically dry.",Dutton Ranch - Kylie's Cuvee,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Dutton Ranch - Kylie's Cuvee Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-ranch-kylies-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Dutton Estate 13,White,France,"Delicious soft, pure pear juice and quince flavors, touched by honey, still fresh and crisp, with lively acidity. An apéritif wine.",,,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pascal-mireille-renaud-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 13,Red,France,"There are plenty of dry tannins here, dominating light red berry and hedgerow fruits. It is never going to be a big wine, but the tannins should soften in a year to leave a fresh, fruity wine.",,47,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 14,Red,Chile,"Full, rubbery and robust on the nose, with earthy berry aromas. The palate shows cassis, cherry and raspberry along with spiky, zesty acidity. Herbal, savory notes accent the finish, and overall this is a medium bodied Cab with lively fruit and freshness.",Los Vascos,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2008 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2008-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 12.5,White,US,"A well-made wine with a creamy texture and long finish, infused with aromas and flavors of buttered toast, grilled peaches, apple skins and almond shells. Balanced and not over-oaked; an excellent choice for hearty chicken pasta dishes and bisques.",Reserve,16,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Christiano Family 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christiano-family-2006-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2006,Christiano Family 13.2,White,US,"Sweeter, more developed aromas of caramel, candied red apple, Boston baked beans and honeydew develop on the nose, while the mouth shows more typical Chard notes of baked apple and hazelnut butter. A touch round and flabby, but ends with a long, delicious, vanilla-kissed finish.",,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Rooster Hill 13,White,New Zealand,"Although the aromas are marked by a prominent flinty, struck-match character, the flavors are fresh and clean, revolving around the tropical duo of passion fruit and pineapple. Drink this fruit-driven wine over the next several months.",Vicar's Choice,15,86,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2007 Vicar's Choice Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2007-vicars-choice-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2007,Saint Clair 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes super-jammy and extracted in cherries and raspberries, and pretty oaky, too, with a veneer of vanilla and charred wood. But it somehow lacks the structure to support all this richness. Feels a little flabby, and not likely to age well.",Edna Ranch 1772,46,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2007 Edna Ranch 1772 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-edna-ranch-1772-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2007,Tolosa 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This wine—a blend of steel-fermented and barrel-fermented lots—hides the oak well, displaying nicely pure melon, pear and citrus flavors that finish clean and refreshing. It's a balanced and easy-to-drink Chardonnay for drinking over the next 6–12 months.",,15,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Stone Paddock 2008 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-paddock-2008-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2008,Stone Paddock 13.5,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity and bone dry, this is a good, everyday Pinot Noir. It shows a properly silky texture, and flavors of cola, cherries, red currants and cedar. Drink now.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Schug 14.5,White,US,"Fruity and oaky, with rich flavors of pineapples, pears, buttercream, vanilla cookie and toasty meringue. Crisp acidity provides clean balance.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Martin Ray 12.5,White,US,"This Chard offers a delicate but intricate bouquet with aromas of apple, vanilla spice and tropical acidity. The palate shows more floral and ripe red apple flavors, with a moderate weight in the mouth and a balanced finish. A solidly made and easy-to-enjoy wine.",Bridge Lane,15,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 2007 Bridge Lane Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-2007-bridge-lane-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Lieb 13.3,White,US,Quite big and decadent smelling as notes of caramel-drizzled apple pie with vanilla ice cream on top emanate from the glass. The mouth is full and milky with solid acidity supporting the rich flavors of toasted brioche and smoky apple. A solid choice for dishes that can match its intensity of flavors: think lobster newburg or crab thermidor.,,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Lakewood 12.5,Red,France,"A beautifully perfumed aroma leads to a fresh, light but attractive wine. The fruits dominate, with red cherries and plum skins, a touch of jam and a final streak of acidity.",Vieilles Vignes,30,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manuel Olivier 14.2,White,US,"Shows a nice, Alsatian-style balance between off-dry and dry, with crisp acidity framing citrus, pear, vanilla and candied ginger flavors. Clean and zesty, it's a fine cocktail sipper.",Klindt Vineyard Estate Grown,17,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Claudia Springs 2008 Klindt Vineyard Estate Grown Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2008-klindt-vineyard-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Claudia Springs 13.8,Red,US,"This is the richest and most balanced of the winery's new red wines. It's dry and soft, with pleasurable flavors of blackberries, black currants, cherries and dried herbs, wrapped into furry tannins. Ready now.",,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Oso Libre 14.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet basic cherry aromas are candied at first and then darker with airing. The palate is bold, juicy, a little aggressive and herbal, with ample berry and plum fruit at the base. Oaky and long on the finish, with a peppery, herbal ending.",Reserva,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Viu Manent 13.5,White,France,"Here's a rich and smoky Chard with nice aromas and flavors of wood-grilled red apples with a caramel drizzle, peach pit and Key lime citrus. Solidly structured with good heft, a long finish and prominent acidity that keeps the wine from going over the edge and being too flabby. Drink now.",Barrel Selection,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Forge Estate 2008 Barrel Selection Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forge-estate-2008-barrel-selection-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,La Forge Estate 13,White,US,"The climate of New Mexico seems to suit the Viognier grape. Here it has given it a lovely, intense perfume of gardenia, orange blossom and guava. Though broad and soft in the mouth, enough acid comes through on the finish to save it from flabbiness. Serve as an apéritif.",Artist Series I,20,86,New Mexico,New Mexico,,La Chiripada 2009 Artist Series I Viognier (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiripada-2009-artist-series-i-viognier-new-mexico/,Viognier,2009,La Chiripada 13.5,Red,Argentina,"By Belasco de Baquedano, this is a chunky, low-acid Malbec with mint, raisin and slightly damp, earthy undertones. The palate is weighty almost to the point of syrupy, while the flavors are of cola and sweet berries. Soft and slightly herbal, but good in a no-fuss sort of way.",Old Vine,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Llama 2008 Old Vine Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llama-2008-old-vine-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Llama 13,White,Australia,"Clean, fruity and fresh, Keith Tulloch's regular Chardonnay offers peach, pear and green plum fruit along with scents of struck flint and a plump, slightly creamy texture. Drink it over the next few years.",,28,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Keith Tulloch 2007 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keith-tulloch-2007-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Keith Tulloch 13,White,Italy,"Here's a pristine and tonic Pinot Grigio from northern Italy presented in equally clean packaging. The wine delivers a crystalline appearance that is accented by measured aromas of citrus, light peach and white flower.",Altanuta,14,86,Veneto,Valdadige,,Josef Brigl 2008 Altanuta Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-brigl-2008-altanuta-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Josef Brigl 14,White,Chile,"Toasty and relatively smooth, with a comfortable nose and body. Smoothness is this wine's prime attribute, while the flavors are your basic apple and citrus. Finishes with tang and zest, and overall the wine satisfies while not pressing too hard to do so.",Reserva,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Apaltagua 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Apaltagua 11,White,Austria,"Classic spicy Muscat flavors show on a dry wine, giving notes of spiced pears, baked apples, nutmeg and the crispest acidity. Think light and fresh Gewürztraminer, but with acidity, and you are not far off. Glass stopper.",Ried Greiner,,86,Burgenland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2008 Ried Greiner Gelber Muskateller (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2008-ried-greiner-other-white-gelber-muskateller-burgenland/,Gelber Muskateller,2008,Ernst Triebaumer 12.5,White,France,"A lovely Sauv Blanc nose with pretty floral notes dancing among aromas and flavors of ripe tropical fruit, peach and tangerine oil. Light weight with good acidity and a clean finish. Fresh and inviting; not terribly complex, but a great example of the varietal.",Réserve Spéciale,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2008 Réserve Spéciale Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2008-reserve-speciale-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Gérard Bertrand 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Here's a pale pink or peach-colored rosé with delicate tones of berry fruit, rose petal, white stone and sweet spice. The wine is pleasantly fresh and crisp and would make a good pairing partner to most seafood dishes.",Rosamara,,86,,Garda Classico,,Costaripa 2008 Rosamara (Garda Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-2008-rosamara-rose-garda-classico/,Rosé,2008,Costaripa 12.5,White,US,"A rich and developed Chard with notes of toasted brioche, almond skins, lightly baked red apple and orange oil on the nose and mouth. Well balanced with a full but not flabby mouth, moderate acidity and a lingering finish.",,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Damiani 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Standard all the way, but isn't that what we want from a $9 wine? The nose offers raspberry and strawberry aromas, while the flavors are generic but familiar, with a lean toward cherry and berry. Solid on the finish, and fairly intense as a whole. Imported by Clock Tower Imports.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Cruz Alta 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts with bulky fruit and bacon aromas. The palate is sort of rattled and jagged in terms of feel, while the flavors of baked berry fruit slip toward herbal. All in all, it's a pleasant, jammy, friendly, easy-to-drink, generic Cabernet.",Reserve,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cruz Alta 14,Red,Argentina,"Dense, soupy and a little raisiny, with an overripe quality to the nose. Jammy in the mouth, but on the palate things unwind and improve. The flavors are of ultraripe but not cooked berry fruit, while the finish hints at stewed and chocolaty. Only go here if you like full, rich, sweet red wines.",Barrel Select,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Barrel Select Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-barrel-select-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Norton 13.9,Red,US,"A few years of age have brought out mineral and green pepper notes, giving this Pennsylvania red blend a Bordeaux-like quality. It's grippy and fairly crisp—just screaming for a steak.",Merican,40,86,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2005 Merican Meritage (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2005-merican-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-pennsylvania/,Meritage,2005,Chaddsford 13.5,White,France,"A fresh, lightweight Chardonnay, hinting at citrus and almonds. There is a taut, tannic edge to the yellow fruits, the acidity turning to a firm texture. Final acidity is fresh and crisp.",Les Charmes,15,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Cave de Lugny 2008 Les Charmes (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2008-charmes-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2008,Cave de Lugny 13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly hard, burnt and earthy at first, with dark fruit sitting below that cap. The palate is tannic, thus the mouthfeel clamps down and closes up like a clam. More generous and savory in terms of flavors, with roasted black fruit and aged cheese notes. Narrow and grapey on the finish, but legit.",,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2007 Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2007,Carmen 14.3,Red,US,"Very ripe in blackberries and cherries, but a little too soft and extracted, like melted jam. Turns a bit raisiny on the finish. On the plus side, the tannins are soft and lush, and the wine grows as it warms in the glass.",Thompson Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sorcellerie 2007 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorcellerie-2007-thompson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Sorcellerie 13.5,White,US,"Combines crisp, clean acidity, a bracing minerality and rich pineapple, peach and buttered toast flavors to produce a dry Chardonnay of great appeal. Defines the California style, in a classic, accessible way.",4 B,13,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sean Minor 2008 4 B Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2008-4-b-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Sean Minor 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and warm, with modest olive and pepper aromas. Solid, saturated and smooth in the mouth, with herbal, peppery accents to the dominating red fruit flavors. Clean, sizable and fresh on the finish, with a final wave of cherry and berry.",Reserva,10,87,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Carolina 13,White,France,"Ripe, creamy wine with a good toast element. It is smooth, elegant, the flavors showing almonds, vanilla, baked apple and pear enlivened by fresh acidity. Attractive, ready to drink.",Buissonnier Montagny,23,87,Burgundy,Montagny,,Vignerons de Buxy 2008 Buissonnier Montagny (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2008-buissonnier-montagny-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons de Buxy 11,Rose,Italy,"There's great balance here between mineral elements and fresh berry nuances that really gives this bright rosé an extra aromatic boost. The mouthfeel is also clean, streamlined and fresh.",Chiaretto 21.10,16,87,Veneto,Bardolino,,Ronca 2008 Chiaretto 21.10 Rosé (Bardolino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronca-2008-chiaretto-2110-rose-bardolino/,Rosé,2008,Ronca 14.3,White,US,"A good, rich Chardonnay, marked by pleasantly crisp acidity and a buttercreamy texture housing fruity flavors of pineapples, peaches, green apples and kiwi. Shows good Russian River character. Don't drink it too cold.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,White Oak 13.5,White,Chile,"With its toasty nose of baked apples and popcorn, the wine gives off a barrely welcome. The palate is a touch resiny in feel, but it's stout and solid, with tropical flavors of pineapple and melon. Falls a little flat on the finish as banana notes enter the fray. Drink now.",Clava,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2008 Clava Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2008-clava-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Quintay 12.5,White,Italy,Here is a luminous and bright Chardonnay from Puglia (it only sees stainless steel) with pretty floral notes followed by white mineral and exotic fruit. It's a light and easygoing wine that would pair with fried foods and appetizers.,,12,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Tormaresca 2008 Chardonnay (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2008-chardonnay-puglia/,Chardonnay,2008,Tormaresca 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, bold, full-bodied Pinot Noir, almost black in color and saturated in fruit, that some people call Syrah-like, although it's more like a Grenache. It's dry and superrich in blackberry, cherry and cola flavors, with an unctuous coating of sweet, caramelized oak.",Estate Edna Ranch,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2007 Estate Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-estate-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tolosa 14.4,Red,US,"Somewhat sharp and angular in the mouth, but other than that, a pretty good glass of Syrah. It's dry and ripe in blackberry and cherry compote, mocha-choca, bacon and pepper flavors, leading to a long, spicy finish, and the tannins are pure and wonderful.",Unti Vineyards,38,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Muscardini 2007 Unti Vineyards Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2007-unti-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Muscardini 12.5,White,France,"You can definitely detect the wood on this wine, but it is finely integrated with the creamy apricot and white fruit flavors. Acidity fits well into this ripe, easy and soft Chardonnay.",,,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Louis Jadot 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Jadot 14.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet, a bit candied and creamy on the nose, with marshmallow and other oak-driven aromas. The palate has a common, regular, comfortable feel as well as vanilla and boysenberry flavors. Dark and savory late; well made in the “value” class.",Reserva,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,MontGras 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Black cherry and a light floral perfume get this generic Cab going in the right direction. The palate is healthy but not heavy, while the flavors of red berries and currants are tasty but anonymous to the point that it's hard to identify the wine as Cabernet Sauvignon. Still, it's smooth, fruity and easy to drink.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Mil Piedras 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mil Piedras 14.5,Red,US,"A strongly flavored, tannic wine, marked by black currant, blackberry and blueberry flavors, sprinkled with exotic Indian spices. Drink this bone-dry Cabernet over the next several years.",Block 21,35,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Merriam 2005 Block 21 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2005-block-21-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Merriam ,Red,US,"Dry and balanced, this Cabernet comes from warmer parts of the Central Coast, where Cabernet gets ripe. The wine is full-bodied and savory in blackberries, currants and cedar. Shows lots of class and harmony.",,11,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Five Rivers 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Five Rivers 13,Red,France,"A darkly tannic wine, showing a dry side of Pinot Noir but still offering some good berry fruits and raspberry sweetness. The acidity needs to soften, though.",,68,87,Burgundy,Côte de Nuits-Villages,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Côte de Nuits-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-pinot-noir-cote-nuits-villages/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 14,Red,Argentina,"An extracted, full-bodied style of Malbec with blackberry aromas, density, meatiness and heft. It's thick and a bit awkward, especially early on, and then a roasted berry quality takes over. Solid as a rock, somewhat floral and young, with good kick at the end.",Casa,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Marguery 2008 Casa Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-marguery-2008-casa-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Familia Marguery 12,White,France,"Serious mineral tones take precedence over the fruit here, with hay aromas giving way to flavors of stones and just a hint of apricot on the palate. Some strawberry fruit graces the medium finish. This wine is fairly dry, a flexible partner for a variety of classically prepared fish poultry.",Saering Grand Cru,32,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Saering Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-saering-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 13,White,Italy,"This is a well-priced blend with aromas of stone fruit, exotic fruit and almond. The nose is not too intense but the wine tastes tart and crisp in the mouth and ends with a fresh blast of cooling acidity.",Satrico,13,87,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2008 Satrico White (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2008-satrico-white-lazio/,White Blend,2008,Casale del Giglio 13,Rose,Italy,"Here's a pretty Italian rosé from the Abruzzo region with a full and generous bouquet of wild berries, white cherry, pomegranate and cranberry. The wine is smooth and soft in the mouth with more pretty berry nuances on the close: Pair it with smoked salmon.",Valle d'Oro,,87,Central Italy,Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo,,Cantina Tollo 2008 Valle d'Oro (Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tollo-2008-valle-doro-rose-cerasuolo-dabruzzo/,Rosé,2008,Cantina Tollo 14.5,Red,US,"Here's an extraordinarily rich, flavorful red wine and here's how you should use it. Take a slab of beef, give it a super spice rub, then grill it, maybe with some veggies, and enjoy. Nothing complicated here, just loads of fresh fruits, currants and spices, wrapped into sturdy tannins.",Red Rex,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deerfield 2006 Red Rex Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-2006-red-rex-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2006,Deerfield 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and herbal, with tobacco, thyme and cedar flavors, and an island of wild blackberries floating in the middle. The considerable tannins make the wine astringent. Probably at its best for the next few years.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deerfield 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Deerfield 13.5,White,France,"Like a Rubens nude, this wine is fat and round, but somehow quite appealing, with layers of plump, ripe fruit and a luxurious texture. Canned pears dominate the aromas while plum pudding and apple spice cake merge with ginger on the palate. There is unrepentant sweetness here; serve alone or with fruit salad.",Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Grande Reserve,40,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2005 Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Grande Reserve Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2005-altenberg-bergheim-grand-cru-grande-reserve-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Cave de Ribeauvillé ,Rose,Chile,"Chono is one of the better Chilean rosé wines we've come across. It has that Mediterranean look, smell and flare to it. The color is attractive, the nose fresh and clean, and the flavors of orange and fine herbs are crisp and on the spot. Good for this summer.",Rosé San Lorenzo Estate,11,87,Maipo Valley,,,Chono 2009 Rosé San Lorenzo Estate Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2009-rose-san-lorenzo-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2009,Chono 14.2,Red,US,"This is a big, very fruity Syrah. It's almost over the top, blasting the palate with blackberry and cherry jam, blueberry tart, black currant and chocolate flavors. But then the tannins kick in, offering structural balance. Drink now.",Lot 144,13,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 144 Syrah (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-144-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Syrah,2007,Cameron Hughes 15.2,White,US,"As the name suggests, this wine comes from a variety of different types of barrels and toast levels. It comes across as very oaky and buttery-popcorny, with a creamy texture housing pineapple marmalade flavors.",Oak Trial,27,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Oak Trial Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-oak-trial-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Cambria 14,Red,Argentina,"For a five-grape blend priced like this, Don Tiburcio is well worth a go. The nose is rich and jammy, much like berry marmalade. The palate is on the heavy side, with sweet flavors of raisins, prune and chocolate. Rich on the finish, with fig and black plum as well as candied accents and tannic leftovers.",Don Tiburcio,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2005 Don Tiburcio Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2005-don-tiburcio-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2005,Benegas ,White,US,"Shows the dryness, crisp acidity, flowers and minerality that often mark Carneros Chadonnays, which makes it elegant and sleek. With a touch of Meyer lemons and limes, it rises to richness.",Carneros Highway,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Highway 12 2007 Carneros Highway Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2007-carneros-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Highway 12 13,White,Austria,"A relatively neutral Chardonnay, one that shows some smooth red apple flavors, a light touch of vanilla and an open texture. Ready for drinking now.",,23,87,Burgenland,,,Hans Moser 2008 Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-moser-2008-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Hans Moser 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with bold, cuddly black fruit aromas, which are backed by a palate of driving tannins and dark berry and chocolate flavors. Not a lot of complexity or angles to ponder, but the wine's fruit content and mouthfeel are both more than good for the price.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lamadrid 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamadrid-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Lamadrid 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes dry and sharp in acids, a young, tart wine not offering much pleasure now, despite good cherry, cola, red licorice and sandalwood flavors. Needs a little time, but not too much. Give it a year to calm down.",SRH,28,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2007 SRH Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2007-srh-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lafond 13,White,Italy,"Cool climate aromas of passion fruit, white peach and crisp Granny Smith apple give this wine intensity and personality. It's lean and compact in the mouth but would make an excellent companion to Thai spring rolls or Vietnamese dishes.",Sylvaner,24,87,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2008 Sylvaner Silvaner (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2008-sylvaner-other-white-silvaner-alto-adige/,Silvaner,2008,Abbazia di Novacella 12.5,White,US,"You have to classify this as a dry table wine, but it has enough residual sugar to qualify in the dessert category. With high, crisply clean acidity, it shows sugar-infused pineapple, pear, green apple and honeysuckle flavors.",Estate bottled,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 2008 Estate bottled White Riesling (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2008-estate-bottled-riesling-white-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,White Riesling,2008,Greenwood Ridge 13.5,White,US,"This is a very clean, pure and drinkable white wine made from an unknown blend of grapes, because the winery doesn't tell us. It doesn't matter. It's zesty, complex and delicious, with flavors of pineapples, vanilla and honeysuckle.",,10,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra NV White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-nv-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,White Blend,,Bonterra 14.1,White,US,"Shows the crisp acidity and bright minerality that characterize so many whites from this coastal Mendocino appellation. The Gewürz varietal personality kicks in with loads of spices, along with garden flowers, citrus fruits and green apples. A nice, bone-dry white wine to drink with tempura, Vietnamese fare, or crostini with goat cheese and grilled peppers.",Ferrington Vineyards,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Philo Ridge 2008 Ferrington Vineyards Gewürztraminer (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2008-ferrington-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Philo Ridge 12.5,White,Austria,"Despite its Kabinett (off dry) designation, this tastes bone dry, allowing all the crispness of the fruit to shine. It is full of white fruit, lemon and grapefruit flavors, a great burst of freshness. Screwcap.",Ried Sandgrube,10,87,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Ried Sandgrube Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-ried-sandgrube-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Winzer Krems 12.5,Red,France,"Soft, lilting wine that is gentle, ripe and ready to drink. The fruits have some sweetness, the tannins are light, and the acidity is fresh and never too intrusive.",,35,87,Burgundy,Monthélie,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2007 Monthélie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2007-pinot-noir-monthelie/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchard Père & Fils 13,White,France,"Soft and open, a little unfocused but a pleasantly ripe Chardonnay. The white fruit and acidity are well in balance in a wine that is perfectly ready to drink.",,24,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2007 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2007-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2007,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 12.5,White,France,"This value-priced Chard offers a medium-intense bouquet of orange rind, Granny Smith apple and white peach pit followed by a round mouth with accents of apple skins and buttercup. Balanced with a solid finish and low alcohol.",B&G Reserve,9,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2008 B&G Reserve Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-b-g-reserve-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Barton & Guestier 14.5,Rose,US,"Although this is a rosé, it provides an early glimpse, and a promising one, into the highly anticipated '09 Pinot vintage. Ripe and fruity in cherries, vanilla and spices, the wine shows great finesse and style.",Vin Gris of,16,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2009 Vin Gris of Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2009-vin-gris-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Calera 11.5,White,France,"A soft, firm wine with a nice touch of citrus. The character is fresh, light, with a fine burst of final acidity to mark an easy, bright wine.",Bourgogne Chardonnay,37,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Pierre Morey 2007 Bourgogne Chardonnay (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2007-bourgogne-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2007,Pierre Morey 14,Red,Chile,"A natural wine made from four grapes. The nose has an abundance of black fruit along with leather and dried herb notes, while the palate, although a bit hard and acidic, is also pretty well saturated. Grapey, generous and flavorful, but a little rough in the mouth.",Urban Maule,11,87,Maule Valley,,,O. Fournier 2008 Urban Maule Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-urban-maule-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2008,O. Fournier 13,White,Austria,"Bright and fresh in character, definitely herbaceous, with asparagus to go with grapefruit and a very mineral, tangy edge.",,,87,Niederösterreich,,,Nigl 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2009-sauvignon-blanc-niederosterreich/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Nigl 13.5,White,Italy,"Luminous and bright, this pretty white blend from Tuscany offers a particularly aromatic note of passionfruit, white peach and honey. The wine is easy and fresh but those pretty fruit flavors give it a competitive edge.",Centine,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2008 Centine White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2008-centine-white-toscana/,White Blend,2008,Banfi 13,Rose,Italy,"You really can't beat the brightness, overall freshness and low price of this very satisfying rosé. The wine is clear and luminous with well-defined aromas of berry fruit, cranberry and rose. It's soft and creamy in the mouth and would pair well with quiche or puff pastry finger foods.",Centine,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2008 Centine Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2008-centine-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2008,Banfi 13.5,White,France,"Soft Chardonnay, nicely balanced between ripe white fruits and some toast. It is an open, generous wine, enjoyable and ready to drink.",Bourgogne A. Rodet,18,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Antonin Rodet 2007 Bourgogne A. Rodet (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2007-bourgogne-a-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2007,Antonin Rodet 14.5,Red,US,"Good and rich, but a bit ungainly. Sharpness makes it tart, and the oak stands out, shoving the cherry, currant, plum and cola flavors aside. These may be the marks of an immature wine, but it is very difficult to forecast this Pinot's future. On the assumption that balance now equals balance later, it's probably not an ager.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fogdog 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fogdog-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Fogdog 13.5,White,US,"Good price for a dry, crisp and tasty Sauvignon Blanc that will nicely wash down a wide variety of foods. It's clean and savory, with lemon, lime, pineapple, vanilla and spice flavors.",Handley Vineyard,15,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2008 Handley Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2008-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Handley 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a fun and extremely floral Sauvignon Blanc from Tuscany with a lean, compact feel in the mouth and lingering tones of citrus, stone fruit and grapefruit. It's a crisp and tonic white wine that would serve well at outdoor parties or during cocktail hour.",Sàfiro,20,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 2008 Sàfiro Sauvignon Blanc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacopo-biondi-santi-2008-safiro-sauvignon-blanc-toscana/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 11,White,France,"Here's a great Sauv Blanc sure to please on warm, sunny days. Prominent but not overdone tropical fruit notes play with soft peony and citrus on the nose and mouth. Lighter in weight with great, balanced acidity and a crisp, appropriately tingly finish.",,10,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Jaja de Jau 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-jaja-jau-2008-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Le Jaja de Jau 13.5,White,Italy,"Creamy and smooth with a dense and sophisticated style, this is the kind of top-shelf Pinot Grigio you could pair with lobster bisque or New England clam chowder. There are pretty aromas here of yellow flower, acacia, peach, pear and citrus.",,24,87,,Collio,,Russiz Superiore 2008 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russiz-superiore-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Russiz Superiore 13.5,White,France,"A very soft, ripe and open wine that lacks structure. The best aspects are the finely judged wood element and the light acidity that floats at the end.",,,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Roux Père et Fils 12.5,White,Chile,"Quintay's Clava seems to have the makings of a perennial Best Buy. This vintage is minerally and smooth, maybe a touch tame and easy, with tropical fruit and citrus aromas and flavors propped up by integrated acidity. Fresh lime is the take-away flavor and feel.",Clava,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2009 Clava Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2009-clava-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Quintay 14.2,White,US,"With no oak, there's nothing but bright, searing acidity and pure, intense flavors of limes and kiwis in this dry Chardonnay. There's an undertow of minerals, like the tang of cold steel. A very clean and pure expression of Edna Valley terroir.",No Oak,19,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2008 No Oak Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2008-no-oak-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Tolosa 14,Red,Chile,"Give it air time and it'll give back floral raspberry and cherry aromas in front of a racy, forward-style palate that's got cherry and red plum flavors and integrated spice. Not overbearing; clean and dry on the finish. Atypical for a Carmenère-led prestige wine; it's more streamlined and red in character.",Amplus One,24,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2007 Amplus One Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-amplus-one-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Santa Ema 13,Red,France,"Softly rich, a rounded wine that brings out ripe plums and sweet strawberry jam. The acidity only kicks in towards the end, as the tannins and final rich character offer contrast.",Gravières Premier Cru,,87,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2006 Gravières Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2006-gravieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Jessiaume 14.3,White,US,"Tries for Burgundian richness, but ends up rather common, although it will satisfy fans of buttery, oaky Chardonnays. Shows ripe flavors of pineapple jam, apricot purée and buttered popcorn.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutch Bill Creek 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutch-bill-creek-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dutch Bill Creek 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a slightly flat expression of Chardonnay from Cortona, Tuscany, with aromas of burnt almond and mature fruit. The mouthfeel is heavy, thick (lines of glycerol stream down the side of the glass) but also loaded with intensity and power.",Il Marzocco,22,84,Tuscany,Cortona,,Avignonesi 2007 Il Marzocco Chardonnay (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2007-il-marzocco-chardonnay-cortona/,Chardonnay,2007,Avignonesi 14.5,White,US,"Ordinary and one-dimensional. The grapes got superripe under the California sun, offering big flavors of pineapples and peaches, liberally accented with oak. But there's not much going on below the surface.",,26,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Saddleback 12,Rose,Italy,"Wild berries, white cherry and even a touch of green olive or caper come to the forefront of this delicately colored rosé from Sicily. The wine loses momentum in the mouth, however, because of its bitter, slightly astringent feel.",Herea Frappato Rosato,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2008 Herea Frappato Rosato Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2008-herea-frappato-rosato-rose-sicilia/,Rosé,2008,Avide 12.5,White,France,"Open, soft, creamy, along with a candied fruit character. There is freshness here, with the acidity dominant on the finish.",,15,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Signé Vigneron 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Signé Vigneron 12.5,White,France,"The gorgeous nose of petrol, lime and citrus promises more than the mouth can deliver. The dry palate shows some attractive notes of white flowers but is thin and watery. The short finish rounds out the disappointment.",Cuvée Anne-Laure,13,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Arthur Metz 2007 Cuvée Anne-Laure Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arthur-metz-2007-cuvee-anne-laure-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Arthur Metz 14.9,Red,US,"Rustic and sharp in unevenly ripened tannins, with some green, minty flavors right beside sweet, jammy ones of raspberries and cola. Zin's spices are there, bigtime.",Old Vine,17,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Plungerhead 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plungerhead-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Plungerhead 13.8,White,US,"Though a bit lead-footed, this Chard throws up some nice cream, honey and clove aromas. While the palate is swamped with vanilla, nice baked apple flavors come through on the finish before fading to a popcorn note.",,22,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2007 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2007-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2007,Rappahannock Cellars 13.5,Red,Chile,"Brownish in color, with burnt, stemmy aromas that define the word “uninviting.” The palate has an o.k. feel to it along with flat, mulchy, leafy berry fruit flavors. An herbal, basic wine that sets back any progress Chile may be making with Merlot.",Special Reserve,13,82,Maule Valley,,,Simone 2007 Special Reserve Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2007-special-reserve-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2007,Simone ,Dessert,France,"A big, rich wine, showing its gorgeous fruit easily. But with a core of dryness, the ripest apricots touched by caramel, it should age well over many years. There is intense power here, still hidden by the youth of the wine, but with final concentration.",,200,98,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Climens 2007 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-climens-2007-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Climens 14.4,Red,US,"This is a restaurant wine. It's really fancy, really good and really food-friendly. Although it's rich in fruit and oak, it possesses an underlying tension, with acidity and tannins all vying for center stage. You're always looking for the center of gravity. In other words, a wine of great complexity and interest. Now–2013.",Estate Grown,65,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Donum 2007 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2007-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Donum ,Red,New Zealand,"Simply put, this is one of New Zealand's flagship reds, and it is a shame it is no longer being imported to the U.S. Lifted hints of dried flowers and herbs impart great complexity to the aromas, and the wine's cassis, cedar and chocolate flavors come across as intense without being overbearing. This is firmly structured, with plentiful but fine tannins. Drink 2015–2025.",Coleraine,,93,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Mata 2007 Coleraine Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-mata-2007-coleraine-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Te Mata 14.1,Red,US,"Very fine and high-toned, a Cabernet that shows real class and pedigree. Entirely drinkable now for its soft, lush tannins and elaborately detailed blackberry, black cherry, anise, carob and cedar flavors that last long through a spicy finish. Should age well through 2015.",Reserve,56,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Summers ,Red,US,"Four vineyards – Ribbon Ridge, Momtazi, Maresh and Shea – are included here. Soft and seductive, this wine caresses the palate with silky fruit. Aromatically it weaves together red fruits, truffles and clean, earthy scents. It reaches just over 13% alcohol; truly Burgundian yet with an Oregon flair to the fruit flavors. It puts the lie to any notion that this was a poor vintage. Challenging to be sure, but great wines were made in 2007, and this is one of them.",La Paulée,30,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Scott Paul 2007 La Paulée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2007-paulee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Scott Paul 14.5,Red,US,"Beautifully soft and limpid. So pretty and polished now, with ultrafine tannins framing ripe, dry flavors of black and red cherries, currants, chocolate, herbs and smoky sandalwood. Dramatic and opulent, this 100% Cab was aged in 40% new French oak.",Highlands Estates Raptor Peak,80,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Highlands Estates Raptor Peak Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-highlands-estates-raptor-peak-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kendall-Jackson ,Red,US,"The 2008 Pinots from Ken Wright display their individual terroirs quite succinctly, with little evidence of the (roughly) 30% new oak they receive. The Abbott Claim has a bit more of a chocolaty flavor, with full, spicy cherry fruit at its core. In fact there is so much fruit, spicy and candied, that it is a bit like fruitcake, in a good way.",Abbott Claim Vineyard,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2008 Abbott Claim Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-abbott-claim-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright 14.5,White,US,"Marked by a lean minerality, this Chablis-style wine is not one of those fat, opulent Chards that dazzles with sheer richness. It's more subtle than that, and more acidic. Structure, in fact, is the name of the game here, with its lemon and lime flavors that barely break into green apples. Fine now, if not served too cold, and for the next 2–4 years. Beyond that, wines of this kind go quickly downhill.",Hat Trick Double L Vineyard,65,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2007 Hat Trick Double L Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2007-hat-trick-double-l-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Morgan 14.3,Red,New Zealand,"The bulkiness that characterized earlier vintages of this Merlot-based blend has been tamed in this vintage, and the 2007 is a remarkably harmonious, elegant blend of ripe cherries, dried spices, chocolate and cedar. Supple tannins fade gracefully on the finish. Drink now–2018.",Sophia Gimblett Gravels,50,92,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2007 Sophia Gimblett Gravels Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2007-sophia-gimblett-gravels-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Craggy Range 14.5,Red,US,"At the age of four-plus years, this Cab still tastes young and fresh, as though it were bottled yesterday. Brims with ripe blackberries, cherries, cocoa and cedar, with a nice cut of acidity and ultrarefined tannins. Not quite ready for prime time, so give it 3–5 years to mellow.",,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brion 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brion-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Brion ,Dessert,France,"The color is light on this wine, which is really only just beginning to show richness. The botrytis dominates, with a fat, oily texture needing many years of aging. There is a lovely ripe orange marmalade flavor on the finish.",,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Daëne 2007 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-daene-2007-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Doisy-Daëne 12.7,White,US,"Fragrant, fascinating and flat-out delicious, this is one of the top offerings of Gewürztraminer from anywhere in Oregon. Scents of rose petals, citrus oil, pine needle and lime skin pour forth; the flavors are crisply defined, elegant, lingering and in perfect balance. Technically off-dry, this has the acidity and focus to be most flexible with a wide variety of Asian foods.",,16,92,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2008 Gewürztraminer (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2008-gewurztraminer-southern-umpqua-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Brandborg 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This vibrant and sophisticated Cuvée shows aromas of sourdough, yellow fruit, subtle notes of exotic spice and dried apricot. The mouthfeel is dense and creamy and the wine boasts impressive persistency on the finish.",Cuvée Annamaria Clementi,,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2002 Cuvée Annamaria Clementi (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2002-cuvee-annamaria-clementi-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Ca' del Bosco 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely wine that makes the case for bottling Cab Franc on its own. Shows beautifully ripe, fine Napa tannins with complex flavors of red cherries, red currants, licorice, cola and cedar. Think of it as a Cabernet Sauvignon that's lighter in body and more elegant.",Estate Bottled,45,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,William Harrison 2006 Estate Bottled Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-harrison-2006-estate-bottled-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2006,William Harrison 14.5,Red,US,"Hobo's Zins are almost always among the most balanced and elegant out there, while preserving the variety's spicy, briary personality. This lovely single-vineyard bottling is dry and refined, showing complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries and spices. Drink now.",Treborce Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hobo 2008 Treborce Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2008-treborce-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Hobo 14.8,Red,US,"This is one of the best Mourvèdres in recent memory. It has the silky texture of Pinot Noir, yet is full bodied in fruity tannins, and most importantly feels clean and vibrant throughout. Shows exciting flavors of cherries and raspberries, with a meaty note of grilled beef splashed with soy sauce. Lovely now with a great grilled steak.",Bendicion,40,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2007 Bendicion Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2007-bendicion-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2007,Oso Libre ,Red,New Zealand,"The top wine from Ngatarawa isn't available in the U.S., but it is a benchmark Bordeaux-styled blend from Hawkes Bay. The chocolate, cedar and plum flavors are carried by a big, expansive mouthfeel, and the intensity and length are world class. Drink 2012–2020.",Alwyn,,92,Hawke's Bay,,,Ngatarawa 2007 Alwyn Merlot-Cabernet (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ngatarawa-2007-alwyn-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet,2007,Ngatarawa 15.8,Red,US,"Very rich and extracted, with massive flavors of blackberries, cherries and currants that taste like they were baked into a pastry, and sprinkled with cocoa, anise, vanilla and a touch of salt and black pepper. Delicious and forward, and should hold steady over the next six years.",,60,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Coniglio 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coniglio-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Coniglio 13,White,New Zealand,"Dry River doesn't get a ton of press for its Chardonnay, but this is a terrific example of what Martinborough can do. Restrained toast and oak-spice elements complement fruits that range from melon to apple and citrus. It's medium in body, with a long, crisp, citrusy finish. Drink it over the next 5–6 years.",,60,92,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2008 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2008-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2008,Dry River ,White,US,"Very consistent in style with previous vintages, this textural, lemony, racy Riesling seems bone dry, though it is noted as having 1% residual sugar. Along with rich flavors of grapefruit and citrus, there are nectarine and pear fruit highlights and a sharp minerality.",Corral Creek,24,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Chehalem 2008 Corral Creek Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-corral-creek-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2008,Chehalem 13,White,France,"Profound enough for serious contemplation but with enough broad fruit appeal to serve to a crowd. There's loads of upfront Asian spice and lychee, afloat on a luxurious, sensually textured palate. Notes of geranium and macadamia nuts keep the taste buds entertained and carry over to the lingering finish. The noticeable residual sugar suggests pairing with something slightly sweet, like Tilapia in a mango salsa. Drink now to 2011.",Wintzheim,48,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Wintzheim Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-wintzheim-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a pale pink sparkler that would serve beautifully at weddings and special outdoor occasions. The wine is delicate and tonic, with pretty aromas of small berries and yeasty bread. It is firm, refreshing and extremely elegant on the close.",Gran Cuvée Brut Rosé,,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2004 Gran Cuvée Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2004-gran-cuvee-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Bellavista 14,Red,New Zealand,"My favorite of Grant Taylor's 2008s, the Bannockburn bottling displays elegant lacings of vanilla and cinnamon over black cherries, then adds subtle meaty and herbal nuances. It's medium bodied and supple in texture, with a long, silky finish. Drink now–2015.",Bannockburn Vineyard,55,92,Central Otago,,,Valli 2008 Bannockburn Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valli-2008-bannockburn-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Valli 13,Sparkling,Italy,"You can taste the age here in the wine's sophisticated and evolved aromas of butterscotch, caramel, dried fruit and pressed flower petal. In fact, this wine comes from the far away 2000 vintage but has beautifully maintained its fruit characteristics and overall crispness.",Zerum Riserva Dosaggio Zero,95,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle 2000 Zerum Riserva Dosaggio Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-2000-zerum-riserva-dosaggio-zero-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2000,La Valle 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,This Millesimato sparkling blend of Pinot Nero and oak-aged Chardonnay delivers a generous and creamy mouthfeel followed by refined aromas of dried fruit and baked bread. This is a beautiful wine to serve with tempura appetizers.,Millesimato Brut,52,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Montina 2005 Millesimato Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montina-2005-millesimato-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,La Montina 14.4,Red,US,"Tough and chewy now, with a fibrous, tannic mouthfeel like a bite of beef jerky. Similar flavors, too, of teriaki beef, but the underlying fruit is massive, offering waves of cherries, black raspberries, currants and cola. This is a very fine wine, but an immature one. Give it 4–6 years in the cellar, if you can keep your hands off.",Coopersmith,54,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2007 Coopersmith Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-coopersmith-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards 14.6,Red,US,"With Pinot Noir, texture is everything, and this lovely wine is pure silk and satin. That makes it drinkable now, with its pretty flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola, cinnamon butter and sandalwood. But it's also tannicly tough, with a sandpapery scour. Seems like it should mellow over the next 3–4 years, although not much beyond that.",Kanzler Vineyard,65,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Landmark 2008 Kanzler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2008-kanzler-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Landmark 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the rich, concentrated tannins associated with Mount Veeder, as well as the rich, ripe fruit. Oak stands out, with toasty caramel, as well as strong flavors of blackberries, cherries and currants. Yet the real star is the mouthfeel. It's fleshy and almost fatty and should develop in the bottle through 2013.",Fleur de Veeder,35,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2007 Fleur de Veeder Merlot (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2007-fleur-veeder-merlot-napa-mount-veeder/,Merlot,2007,Yates Family Vineyard ,Red,US,"Drinking very nicely, this wine bursts from the glass with rich aromas of cherry, chocolate, truffle and loam. The fruit factor is ramped up, delicious and coats the palate with bright cherry candy flavors. But this is more than a fruit bomb; the acidity and ripe tannins balance it out as it runs into a clean, lengthy finish.",L'iris,75,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2006 L'iris Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2006-liris-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Anne Amie 13.5,Red,US,"Dramatic in depth and structure, a cool-climate Syrah that will benefit from some time in the cellar. Deeply saturated in color, bone dry and full bodied, it offers ripe flavors of blackberries and black currants, with plenty of black pepper and sweet, chewy leather. Now, with decanting, and through 2013.",Dutton Ranch Cherry Ridge Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2007 Dutton Ranch Cherry Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2007-ranch-cherry-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Dutton-Goldfield ,White,US,"Pure and detailed, this lovely Chardonnay carves its way through the palate with layers of pear tart, apple crisp, brioche and almond paste. It is an elegant wine, light and penetrating, with a finish that seems to linger forever.",Summum,100,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Evening Land 2007 Summum Chardonnay (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2007-summum-chardonnay-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Evening Land 13.6,Red,US,"Good Cabernet, dry and complex, showing classic Napa character. The tannin structure is near perfect, while the flavors are ripe and juicy in blackberries, cherries, currants and cedar. Polished now and through 2013.",,42,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frog's Leap 14.3,Red,US,"Marked by strong, dry tannins now, which lock it down and make it astringent through the finish. Yet beneath the toughness is plenty of ripe fruit, with waves of blackberries and black currants. Oak shows up as toast, and also contributes to the tannins. Nowhere near ready, this wine should begin to come into its own after 2011.",Sycamore Vineyard,70,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2005 Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2005-sycamore-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Freemark Abbey ,Dessert,France,"Intensely rich in character, touched lightly by new wood, the acidity crispening the ripe orange and sweet peach skin texture. This is a gorgeous, opulent wine.",,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Védrines 2007 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-vedrines-2007-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Doisy-Védrines 15.5,White,France,"An astonishing nose of peach and bramble with refreshing accents of lemon zest. The intense, off-dry palate of pistachio, pecan and apricot lead to a long, minerally finish. Carries its hefty 15.5% alcohol well. Best now to 2016.",Herrenweg De Turckheim,50,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Herrenweg De Turckheim Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-herrenweg-turckheim-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.4,Red,US,"Showing the usual balance and harmony of this bottling, which is made from the five Bordeaux varieties, the '06 nonetheless lacks a bit of the richness of other vintages. It's beautifully clean and dry, with sound currant, blackberry, herb tea and cedar flavors, but is missing a certain fatness in the middle. Best now–2012.",Cinq Cépages,75,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2006 Cinq Cépages Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2006-cinq-cepages-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Chateau St. Jean 14.3,Red,US,"Interesting flavors in this dry Rhône-style blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah. They range from cherries, red currants and raspberries to teriaki beef, bacon, cola and buttered cinnamon toast, with all sorts of exotic Asian spices. It's quite a tannic wine, and very dry. Shows a certain nobility, but you'll want to decant it, even overnight, to let it breathe.",Cuvée Constantine,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2007 Cuvée Constantine Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2007-cuvee-constantine-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Demetria 14.3,Red,US,"Mainly Syrah, with a splash of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Viognier, this polished wine is marked by things that are red: red cherries, red currants and red licorice. It's dry, full bodied and tannic. When you swallow, astrigency remains behind, with the aftertaste of crushed red pepper. Lovely and complex, it's a wine to decant.",North Slope Estate,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2006 North Slope Estate Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2006-north-slope-estate-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Demetria 14,Red,France,"A big, solid wine, foursquare and chunky. The fruit directs its plum fruit flavors to richness, some sweetness, with coffee and licorice as added complexity. There is a great tight wood element giving dryness.",Château Tour Blanche,20,92,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Bernard Magrez 2005 Château Tour Blanche (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2005-chateau-tour-blanche-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Bernard Magrez 14.6,Red,US,"Easily the best Merlot in memory from Lake County, this one stands next to anything from Napa Valley, which is just over the hill from the vineyard. Shows a gorgeous tannin structure, with ripe, complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, red currants, mocha, green olives and cedar.",Tephra Ridge Vineyard,40,93,California,Lake County,Lake County,Langtry 2006 Tephra Ridge Vineyard Merlot (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2006-tephra-ridge-vineyard-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Merlot,2006,Langtry 14,Red,Spain,"Nice, brawny and integrated, with sexy aromas of wild berry, dark plum, leather and earth. The palate has the right weight and tannic grab, while the flavors of black fruit, fine herbs, cola and coffee are measured yet generous. Finishes with driving chocolate and vanilla flavors. Drink now through 2016.",Old Vines Unfiltered,89,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Remírez de Ganuza 2004 Old Vines Unfiltered (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remirez-ganuza-2004-old-vines-unfiltered-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Remírez de Ganuza 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a big, thick, ripe Pinot Noir. It's not clearly a whole lot better than Morgan's regular Double L Pinot, which costs far less. But it is more powerful in the intensity of blackberries and cherries, as well as oak. If power in California Pinot Noir is your thing, go for it. Should age well for up to eight years.",Hat Trick Double L Vineyard,85,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2007 Hat Trick Double L Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2007-hat-trick-double-l-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Morgan 14.7,Red,US,"Disconnected in its youth, with separate oak and fruit elements that need time to find each other and marry. The oak shows up as caramel and butterscotch, while the fruit stands aloof, in blackberry and black currant superiority. Seems to have the inherent balance for aging. Try after 2013.",Cyrus Ryan Vineyard,95,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barnett 2007 Cyrus Ryan Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2007-cyrus-ryan-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Barnett 15.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"A wonderfully balanced and giving wine with sweet raisin and prune aromas and an overall richness akin to crude oil. Flavors of baked black plum, brown sugar and molasses are both juicy and rich, and then toffee and mocha take over on the finish. Sweet and thick for sure, but with discernible fruit and vitality.",Noe Viejo,45,93,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Noe Viejo Pedro Ximénez (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-noe-viejo-sherry-pedro-ximenez-jerez/,Pedro Ximénez,,González Byass 14.4,Red,US,"Quite a fine wine, although like Flora Springs' other '07 Cabs, it needs time in the cellar to come around. Grown in the Pope Valley section of eastern Napa, it shows ripe, flashy flavors of blackberries, cherries and chocolate, but those tannins are tough and hard. You can decant it now, but better to hold until 2011 or so.",Wild Boar Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2007 Wild Boar Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2007-wild-boar-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Flora Springs 14.5,Red,US,"An extraordinarily rich, tannic and dry wine, which despite its big structure is relieved by potent flavors of cherries, blackberries, plums and cedar, with savory touches of anise, sage and black pepper. It's a complex, well-crafted wine that should develop in the bottle at least through 2014.",Three Palms Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2006 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2006-three-palms-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Duckhorn 14.4,Red,US,"Despite a burst of tannins and acidity that make this wine somewhat aggressive, it's absolutely delicious, and should reward 3–5 years in the cellar. The flavors are massive, suggesting rich black cherry pie filling, cola and cedar, with a tantalizing edge of chocolate and roasted almonds. It's quite a good wine. Decant if you drink now.",West Slope Estate Grown,70,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2007 West Slope Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2007-west-slope-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Donum 14.5,Red,Spain,"A touch doughy on the nose, with prune and blackberry aromas that are neither pushy nor aggressive. The palate is ripe, rich and just forward enough, with blackberry, wild berry, coffee and fudge flavors. Settles nicely on the finish, and overall this wine shows almost all of what's good about modern Ribera del Duero wines. 250 cases made; drink now through 2015.",Tinto Figuero Noble,131,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2006 Tinto Figuero Noble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2006-tinto-noble-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,García Figuero ,Dessert,France,"A wine that is bright with the freshest orange and lemon flavors, followed by liquid honey and fine apricots. It is perhaps light, but it is certainly delicious.",,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Rayne Vigneau 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayne-vigneau-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château de Rayne Vigneau ,Dessert,France,"The aromas are intensely sweet, full of orange marmalade and honey. The palate goes more for spice, with oranges and brown sugar allied to fresh fruits, apricots and lychees. The final flavors are delicious and enticing.",,,93,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Coutet 2007 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2007-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Coutet ,White,US,"Done in a spätlese style, this off-dry wine is elegance personified. Complex flavors weave through the palate—sweet hay, honey, citrus and stone fruits, breakfast tea, chamomile, jasmine. It just keeps on going, while retaining a lightness and transparency that rivets your attention.",,24,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2007 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2007-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2007,Trisaetum 20.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Outstanding Sherry with complexity, richness and character. The nose has a salinic zest to it, making it no wallflower, and of course there's raisin and prune. The palate is formed, sculpted and balanced, with peanut M&M's candy, roasted fruit, chocolate ice cream and more. A beauty with power and poise.",Matusalem Oloroso Dulce Viejo,45,93,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Matusalem Oloroso Dulce Viejo Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-matusalem-oloroso-dulce-viejo-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,González Byass ,Red,US,"Dominique Lafon consults on these wines, sourced from a vineyard now almost 30 years old. Evening Land is among the wineries who sense an opportunity to make refined, elegant wines from the terroir of this little-known region. Lovely aromas, complex scents and flavors, pine and herb, cranberry and raspberry, earth and seafoam—lots of nuances here.",Seven Springs Vineyard La Source,67,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Evening Land 2007 Seven Springs Vineyard La Source Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2007-seven-springs-vineyard-source-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Evening Land ,Red,US,"Longplay's 2008 reserve is quite different from its non-¬reserve stablemate. The aromas include more earthy barnyard scents, the color has a hint of maturity, and no new oak was used. As a result, this wine could pass for one with a few more years under its belt; its flavors more suggestive of fruit pastry, figs and plums, leather and compost. Complex and detailed, it's a lovely effort.",Jory Bench Reserve Lia's Vineyard,30,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Longplay 2008 Jory Bench Reserve Lia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longplay-2008-jory-bench-reserve-lias-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Longplay 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes and feels like all the parts are very good. The tannins are polished, the fruit is ripe and complex, the oak is elaborate, and there's a nice bite of acidity in the background. The blackberry, black currant, carob and cedar flavors are enticing and dry. But this wine is too young. It has a youthful rudeness that demands 5–7 years in the cellar. The score reflects potential.",The Philanthropist Yountville Estate Vineyard,52,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2006 The Philanthropist Yountville Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2006-philanthropist-yountville-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Markham 14.8,Red,US,"Has all the hallmarks of a young, ageable Cabernet, and should develop well due to the inherent balance and class. Right now, oak sticks out. But underneath are ripe blackberry, black currant and chocolate flavors, wrapped into a very fine, classic structure. Better after 2012.",The Altruist Calistoga Estate Vineyard,52,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2006 The Altruist Calistoga Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2006-altruist-calistoga-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Markham 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"An Italian classic, Riserva del Fondatore (a brut-style sparkler) offers a compelling nose that is as intense as it is complex. The aromas here span dried fruit and nuts to toast and melted butter. Its appearance is sharp and luminous and the quality of effervescence is both tonic and persistent.",Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore,90,93,,Trento,,Ferrari 2000 Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-2000-giulio-ferrari-riserva-fondatore-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2000,Ferrari 14.1,Red,US,"This is a Zin for the cellar. It's fine now in rich fruit, but fairly tannic, and there's some tension of parts that 3–4 years should resolve. Shows very pure, focused black currant and cedar flavors, liberally dusted with peppery spices. The challenge with these big Zins is balance, which Sanctuary's '06 achieves.",Mariah Vineyard,25,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Sanctuary 2006 Mariah Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctuary-2006-mariah-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,2006,Sanctuary 14.5,Red,US,"This is one of the most tannic Cabs Far Niente has produced in quite a while. It's really not drinkable now, despite very complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, licorice, tobacco and plums, along with plenty of smoky new oak. Made with a few drops of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, which add perfume and flowers, it's a wine that won't come into its own for quite a while. Hold until 2013, at least, and it should provide interesting drinking for years after, in a proper cellar.",Estate Bottled,115,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Far Niente 2007 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-2007-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Far Niente ,Red,Spain,"This is the tier-two wine from the Egurens' new Toro project, and it's stellar. Intense aromas of black fruit, char and mint start it out, and next up come cola, roasted black fruit, clove and cured-meat flavors. Oak is forward now, but it should settle in a year or so. A dynamite Toro to drink from 2011 through 2018.",Victorino,71,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2007 Victorino (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2007-victorino-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Teso La Monja ,Red,US,"This has pure fruit – strawberry especially – creating an elegant, light, delicate, complex, though still quite young wine. Some caraway seed flavors come into play, and bolder black cherry fruit.",Maresh Vineyard,50,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Kelley Fox 2008 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelley-fox-2008-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kelley Fox 14.4,Red,US,"Drinkable now, but has the structure for the cellar. Grown in a Forestville vineyard from modern Dijon clones, it's very fruity, offering clean, pure flavors of cherries, raspberries, blueberries and spices. The cool climate contributes fresh, zesty acidity, but the tannins are considerable. Beautiful now with decanting, and should develop through 2013.",Tobias Glen,54,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2007 Tobias Glen Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-tobias-glen-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards 13.9,Red,US,"When Petite Sirah is at its best, and this one is, it offers incomparable structure and flavors. Nothing quite like it anywhere, with its inky dark color, big, thick tannins and ripe, exuberant flavors of berries, currants, mocha, leather, tobacco, cedar and peppery spices. What's especially nice about this bottling is the dryness and moderate alcohol. A superior wine that should age for the better part of a decade.",,28,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2007 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2007-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Summers 14.5,Red,US,"From the steep Sonoma slopes of Mount St. Helena comes this tannic, concentrated young 100% Cabernet. Dramatic in structure and flavor, with massively packed blackberries, dark chocolate and pain grillé. The wine was aged in 49% new oak, which adds smoky, spice overtones. Drink now and through 2013.",Jackson Hills,40,93,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Jackson Hills Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-hills-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kendall-Jackson 14,Red,New Zealand,"In 2008, the Block 3 tannins are so silky and refined they give a soft, luscious character to the wine that's incredibly appealing. Spice, black cherry and cola notes finish long and complex. Drink now–2015.",Block 3,80,93,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2008 Block 3 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2008-block-3-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Felton Road 14.8,Red,US,"Delicious and appealing, a palate-flattering wine that offers a gorgeous structure. Waves of black cherries, raspberries, cola, sweet rhubarb pie, persimmon and pomegranate flood the palate, and then a crisp gate of acidity slams down on the finish, although the spices get through and linger long. Best now for sheer exuberance.",Liberty Bridge Split Rock Vineyard,45,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Calicaro 2008 Liberty Bridge Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2008-liberty-bridge-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calicaro ,White,US,"Oregon has always made great Rieslings, yet few of the state's winemakers have ever made it a priority. Trisaetum's James Frey is out to change that, and is off to a great start. This 2008, like its predecessor, captures the complexity, grace and compelling charm of the grape. Dense and still light, it brings honey, tea, lemon, nectarine, jasmine, lime, caramel and sweet nut flavors together, a riotous jumble that is beyond delicious. But wait; it will improve with cellaring.",,24,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2008 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2008-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Trisaetum 14.4,Red,US,"Dense and intricately constructed, this Pinot Noir always is a big, rich fruity wine. The 2007 is perhaps emblematic of the vineyard, showing massive flavors of cherries, blueberries and wilder, foxier berries that have an exotic note. The tannins are thick, and the wine is entirely dry. Very fine, a chef's dream to pair with perfectly matched food. Fine now, with a few hours of decanting, and should develop through 2013, at least.",Klopp Ranch,57,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2007 Klopp Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-klopp-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards ,Red,US,"The top wine from Ken Wright in 2008, this beautifully elegant wine clocks in at just 13.3% alcohol, yet delivers a mouthful of delicious flavors. A lovely mix of cranberry, pomegranate and wild raspberry is annotated with dusty herb. Excellent midpalate concentration and length.",Canary Hill Vineyard,50,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Ken Wright 2008 Canary Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-canary-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend is very fine, and shows the classic structure of Rutherford. The tannins are rich and dusty, and there's a sour candy taste to the red and black cherries, enriched with smoky oak. With a long, richly spicy finish, it should easily negotiate the next 6–8 years in the cellar.",Estate Bottled Rutherford Red,80,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,William Harrison 2006 Estate Bottled Rutherford Red Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-harrison-2006-estate-bottled-rutherford-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,William Harrison ,Dessert,France,"Light gold color, but a wine with depth and balance. There is lovely acidity here, a wine that offers fresh fruits, apricot juice and deep layers of botrytis.",,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château la Tour Blanche 14.4,Red,US,"The vineyard is in Oakville, and the wine, which is 100% Cabernet, shows classically firm tannins and Oakville's signature blackberries and black currants. Oak adds fleshy, smoky notes that are perfectly in keeping with the fruit. Very dry, this is a wine you want to cellar. Best after 2012, and will develop in a good cellar for many years afterward.",Holy Smoke Vineyard,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2007 Holy Smoke Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2007-holy-smoke-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Flora Springs 14.2,White,US,"Pristine is the word that comes to mind. Also pure, transparent, lucid. It's bone dry and crisp and elusively complex in citrus, pear, mineral and floral aromas and flavors, subtlely enhanced with oak. Only 45 cases were produced, but it's worth the search.",Alban Vineyard,39,94,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Failla 2008 Alban Vineyard Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-alban-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2008,Failla 15.3,Red,US,"A very good wine, rich and softly drinkable now, with voluptuous tannins. It's extraordinarily ripe in blackberries, black cherries, anise, chocolate, spices and cedar. Doesn't seem all that much better than the winery's regular '06 Cab, at less than half the price, but it's quite opulent and will develop for a decade.",Estate Bottled Reserve,105,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2006 Estate Bottled Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2006-estate-bottled-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Peju ,Red,Spain,"Make room in the cellar for this heavyweight! Talk about a monster wine; but there's also finesse, character and style to it. Alabaster is the top wine from the Eguren family's new Toro winery, and it's big, tannic and loaded with spice, molasses and syrupy black fruit flavors. Rich, long and fierce on the finish, with tannins and heat to resolve. Best from 2012 through 2020.",Alabaster,250,94,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2007 Alabaster (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2007-alabaster-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Teso La Monja ,Red,US,"This has a surprising amount of vanilla cream in the flavors, plus soft, seductive raspberry fruit. The fruit comes from the oldest part of the Maresh vineyard—38-year-old self-rooted vines. The wine is a pale rose, yet substantial in the style of a classic Pinot from Eyrie. After some hours breathing it opens up with elegant, seductive aromas and some caramel streaks, delicate and perfectly proportioned.",Maresh Vineyard,50,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Kelley Fox 2007 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelley-fox-2007-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kelley Fox ,Dessert,France,"A beautifully ripe wine, layering all the dense botrytis of the vintage with freshest acidity. It has weight, the texture of grainy honey, ripe yellow fruits, mango and orange zest. Impressive and certainly for aging.",,110,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Sigalas Rabaud 14.5,Dessert,US,"A brilliant dessert wine. It costs a lot of money to pick a wine like this, which is carefully selected on an almost cluster-by-cluster basis, but the results speak for themselves. Very sweet and pure, with honey, apricot jam, pineapple crème brûlée and vanilla custard flavors. Utterly delicious.",Gold Select Late Harvest Blanc,65,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Estate 2007 Gold Select Late Harvest Blanc Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-estate-2007-gold-select-late-harvest-blanc-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Martin Estate 14.2,Red,US,"The tannins are strong in this 100% Cab, giving it a tough astringency, but there's no denying the wealth of blackberries, black currants, violets and cedar that flood the mouth and last through a long, spicy finish. The vineyard is in the cooler southern part of the valley, on the east side of Oak Knoll. Give this wine time. 2012–2018.",Out of Sight Vineyard,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2007 Out of Sight Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2007-out-sight-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Flora Springs 15.5,Red,US,"Coniglio specializes in appellation-specific bottlings from Napa Valley. With this Cab, they have captured the essence of Diamond Mountain. It's a sturdy, tannic, ageworthy wine, with the density of flavors and complex structure that low-yielding mountain grapes give. Rich and appealing, it should develop over the next decade.",,60,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Coniglio 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coniglio-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Coniglio 14.8,Red,US,"This is Ferrari-Carano's most upscale wine, a blend comprised of all five of the famous Bordeaux varieties. It's as lush and intricate as almost anything out of Napa, with sumptuous blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors. The giveaway that it's Sonoma comes in the herbaceousness and slightly greener tannins. Now–2013.",Tresor,58,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2006 Tresor Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2006-tresor-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Ferrari-Carano ,Dessert,France,"Packed with botrytis, this is a wine whose sweetness is suppressed by richness. Flavors of bitter oranges and white figs go with the intense core of botrytis, followed by a touch of bright acidity. This is a wine whose journey is just beginning.",,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 13,Red,US,"All Maresh vineyard grapes are behind this gorgeous and feminine Pinot, with soft and evocative scents of truffle, chocolate and raspberry. Brilliant winemaking that takes all the elements of great Oregon fruit and puts them into unique focus, with winemaker Kelley Fox's trademark blend of biodynamic earthy/fungal flavors, elegant berry/cherry fruit, and just a touch of milk chocolate. The alcohol just reaches 13%.",Audrey,65,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Scott Paul 2008 Audrey Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2008-audrey-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Scott Paul 15.1,Red,US,"Piña has a spectacular record with this wine, and indeed with all their Cabs from Howell Mountain. The '07 is notable for its superb structure. It has pristine tannins and a good, dry mouthfeel, with very rich flavors of blackberries, currants, chocolate and cedar that are grounded with notes of anise and sweet herbs. Very fine and dramatic, this 100% Cab should develop for at least the next eight years.",Buckeye Vineyard,85,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Piña 2007 Buckeye Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2007-buckeye-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Piña ,Dessert,France,"A beautifully ripe wine, layered with the richest fruit, the acidity offering a bright moment within the richness. Botrytis is there, like a hard core for the pillow of ripe apricots, lychees, spice and fine freshness.",,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clos-haut-peyraguey-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 14.8,Red,US,"A tremendous wine that easily merits being Barnett's most expensive release. Shows the ripe blackberry and black currant flavors and new oak that are so easily achieved, with yet near perfect tannins and a dryness unusual in a Cabernet this fruity. The combination of opposites makes this mountain wine noteworthy, as well as ageable. Now–2017.",Rattlesnake Hill Estate Bottled,125,95,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Barnett 2007 Rattlesnake Hill Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2007-rattlesnake-hill-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Barnett ,Red,US,"This one-of-a-kind offering from Chehalem celebrates what they are calling a “great” vintage. The wine is dark, supple and immensely rich and dense, yet retains a lightness that captures the elegance of the Pinot Noir grape while propelling it to rarified heights. The mix of red and purple fruits, herb, spice and earth all come together in a smooth and seductive wine that drinks like a dream.",Statement,99,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2006 Statement Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2006-statement-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2006,Chehalem 14.2,Red,US,"What a wonderful wine. So pure, so fine and so Bordeaux-esque, like a fine young Margaux that needs time. Made from 100% Cabernet grapes, it shows classic blackberry and black currant flavors, beautifully oaked, with smooth, polished tannins and a fleshy mouthfeel. A feminine wine, it has great charm now, and should develop in the bottle for many years.",Rennie Reserve,100,95,California,Napa,St. Helena,Flora Springs 2007 Rennie Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2007-rennie-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Flora Springs 14.2,Red,US,"An amazingly rich, complex and ageworthy wine. Made from 100% Cabernet grapes, it shows firm, plush flavors of blackberries and black currants, with a sour cherry candy tartness that's clean and piquant in the mouth. But the wine is also very tannic, giving a dry astringency through the finish. Should reward time in the cellar. Best 2012–2018.",Hillside Reserve,100,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Flora Springs 2007 Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2007-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Flora Springs 14.1,Red,US,"Drier and earthier than many Napa Cabs these days, this wine has subtle sage and sweet licorice that grounds its fruitier flavors of blackberries, cherries and raspberries. Very beautiful are the tannins, which are rich and pure, suggesting perfect ripeness. The small Bosché bottling has been a premier one for the winery for many years, and this '05 is one of the best in memory. Should age effortlessly for at least a dozen years.",Bosché,70,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2005 Bosché Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2005-bosche-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Freemark Abbey 14.2,Red,US,"A very fine Cab from the estate, which is in the north-central part of the Rutherford appellation. Judging from the tannins, it's too youthful to drink now, with a tight, astringent mouthfeel and fleshy, unintegrated oak. But the flavors are extraordinary. They flood the mouth with the essence of Cabernet, with ripe blackberries, black currants, raspberries and mocha, and the spicy finish lasts for a full minute. Give it until 2013, and it should provide great drinking through 2019, at least.",Red Wine,140,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Quintessa 2007 Red Wine Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintessa-2007-red-wine-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Quintessa 15.3,Red,US,"This is a very high-class Cabernet. You can tell from the sumptuous tannins and the overall balance and elegance. It's soft and gentle enough to drink now, with voluptuous waves of blackberries, black currants, anise, chocolate and cedar, yet shows a density that suggests midterm ageability through 2015 or so.",H.B. Vineyard,225,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2006 H.B. Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2006-hb-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Peju 13.2,Red,US,"A terrific Pinot Noir that's so delicious, you can't stop drinking it, and also shows a wonderful, classic coastal complexity. With tangy acidity and ultrarefined tannins, it gives the essence of wild raspberries and cherries. There's a feral quality to the fruit; you can detect notes of mountain eucalyptus, fennel and lavender. Oak adds the perfect touch of smoke. Just lovely, now and through 2014.",Pearlessence,40,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2008 Pearlessence Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-pearlessence-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Failla ,Dessert,France,"A gold-colored wine. The palate has intense freshness as well as ripe apricot and orange zest flavors. The acidity cuts through the intense richness, leaving a wine that needs time to fully integrate, and then many more years to mature.",,,96,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Guiraud 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiraud-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Guiraud 14.5,Red,US,"Superb, opulent, just wonderful. Hard to exaggerate the beauty of this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Fantastically ripe and rich in black cherries, currants, sandalwood and spices, with a grounding streak of herbs. Beyond the flavors is the near-perfect structure, marked by smooth, complex tannins. Finishes sweet but completely dry, the paradox of a great wine. Drink now–2015.",Highlands Estates Trace Ridge,70,96,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Highlands Estates Trace Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-highlands-estates-trace-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,US,"Filled with black and red berries and stone fruits that have a smoky, grilled edge, this dramatic Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend hails from several great vineyards, mainly Stagecoach, which is up on Atlas Peak. It drinks well now at the age of four-plus years, showing lush fruit that's just beginning to dry out and achieve bottle bouquet. Feels sweet and soft in the mouth. A compelling, complex and nuanced wine of great elegance and allure.",Stature,120,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2005 Stature Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2005-stature-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Kendall-Jackson ,Red,Spain,"Talk about magnetic aromas of bacon, tobacco and bold black fruit, and then comes an oak-rich palate full of coconut, butter, chocolate and exotic berry flavor. Chocolate truffle and pastry work the finish, and overall this is a mile-deep beauty to drink from 2011 through 2017.",Malleolus de Sanchomartin,204,96,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2006 Malleolus de Sanchomartin (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2006-malleolus-sanchomartin-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2006,Emilio Moro 14.4,Red,US,"A splendid, near-perfect Pinot, although it's very young and will benefit from time in the bottle. Few Pinots offer richer, more massive flavors. Just explodes on the palate with raspberries, cherries, persimmons, Dr. Pepper cola, mocha and cinnamon spices, yet the tannin-acid structure keeps it all balanced. A joy to drink as it warms and changes in the glass. Now–2014.",Meredith Estate,54,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2007 Meredith Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-meredith-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards 14.1,White,US,"From the wildest, most remote and exotic stretch of the Sonoma Coast: you can taste the salt of the sea in this wine, as you can in a Manzanilla Sherry. It gives a tang to the lemondrop, pear and honeysuckle flavors, with their lick of cold granite. So pure and vibrant, so savory, so compelling. Grows more fascinating with every minute in the glass.",Estate,42,97,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2008-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Failla 15,Red,Spain,"Beautifully composed, with power and just as much precision and pizzazz. The nose offers lightly baked berry fruit notes, leather and spice, while the palate is loaded with tobacco, exotic spices and the finest natural berry flavors Spain has to offer. Smooth, elegant, finessed and potent, with integrated tannins and bold acidity that will keep it going for at least a decade. Drink from 2012 through 2018.",Malleolus de Valderramiro,180,97,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2006 Malleolus de Valderramiro (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2006-malleolus-valderramiro-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2006,Emilio Moro ,Dessert,France,"Powered by dry botrytis, this is a wine with immense potential. It has weight, complexity and richness, all under the cloak of botrytis. To leaven the power, there is acidity, but this is certainly for aging.",,90,97,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Suduiraut 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suduiraut-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Suduiraut 13.9,Red,US,"More woodsy than fruity, with just a few cherry notes peaking out from behind the humus and forest floor overtones. Chambourcin's off-beat personality asserts itself in the mouth, where candied notes and vanilla from oak treatment dominate. Short, slightly sharp finish.",Portfolio Collection,26,80,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2007 Portfolio Collection Chambourcin (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2007-portfolio-collection-other-red-chambourcin-pennsylvania/,Chambourcin,2007,Chaddsford 13,Red,Chile,"Right off the bat this fails to impress. The nose has a chemical-like burn and weird, unfamiliar aromas. All this portends an industrial-tasting wine with odd infiltrations of butter and green vegetables. Barely acceptable.",,10,80,Central Valley,,,Corinto 2008 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corinto-2008-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Corinto 14.8,Red,US,"Overripe and pruny-raisiny, like a cheap Port but without any sweetness, just acids and raw tannins.",Nate's Vineyard,24,80,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 2007 Nate's Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2007-nates-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Claudia Springs 14.3,Red,US,"Hot and sweet, with burnt cherry pie filling flavors.",Lot 12,10,80,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2008 Lot 12 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2008-lot-12-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Grayson 16.5,White,US,"Don't expect dryness here. The wine is distinctly sugary-sweet and that's despite a ridiculously high alcohol level of 16.5%. But people who like sweet red wines, and there are lots of them, will slurp it up.",Fox Creek Vineyard Old Vine,32,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Villa Toscano 2007 Fox Creek Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2007-fox-creek-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Villa Toscano 14.2,Red,US,"Too oaky, with dominating caramel and smoke flavors, and also very sharp. There's a citrusy bite of acidity that detracts. Finally, the wine ends on an overripe, Porty note.",Windacre,35,80,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2005 Windacre Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2005-windacre-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2005,Merriam 14.5,Red,US,"A harsh, unripe, sweet and sour wine. Shows minty flavors of cherry Lifesaver candy.",,10,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ironstone 2008 Cabernet Franc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2008-cabernet-franc-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Ironstone 13.8,Red,US,"Too sharp in acidity, in fact somewhat volatilized, with an unpleasantly vinegary sourness, despite some pleasant blackberry fruit.",,24,81,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 2007 Petite Sirah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2007-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Claudia Springs 14.5,Red,US,"This wine, from Lodi, is too ripe. Although it's dry, it has the taste of shriveled raisins, with a raisinskin bitterness. There's some oak in there that seems oddly uncomfortable, adding a caramelized finish.",Terra Alta Vineyard,21,81,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Bokisch 2007 Terra Alta Vineyard Graciano (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2007-terra-alta-vineyard-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-clements-hills/,Graciano,2007,Bokisch 15.5,Red,US,"Hot, tannic and simple, with cherry jam and currant flavors accompanied by high, tart acidity and chile-pepper alcohol heat. An unbalanced wine.",Estate Bottled,26,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bella Piazza 2007 Estate Bottled Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-piazza-2007-estate-bottled-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2007,Bella Piazza 15.1,White,US,"Hot and clumsy. Shows sweet, jammy cherry and pepper flavors, with a harsh bite of alcohol and green tannins.",Estate Bottled,26,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Villa Toscano 2007 Estate Bottled Tempranillo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2007-estate-bottled-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Tempranillo,2007,Villa Toscano 13.6,White,Argentina,"A rough, harsh nose of mustard and burnt stems does almost nothing to draw you in, while the palate is heavy and sweet, with cloying fruit flavors and weak structure. Not up to par on the global level.",Premium,13,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sur de los Andes 2009 Premium Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2009-premium-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Sur de los Andes 12,White,US,The label of this wine states ‘Dry Vignoles' yet this wine is anything but. The nose is fresh and light with pretty gardenia scents but the palate is cloying and fades quickly to leave a slightly chemical aftertaste.,Dry,16,81,Missouri,Missouri,,Montelle 2009 Dry Vignoles (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montelle-2009-dry-other-white-vignoles-missouri/,Vignoles,2009,Montelle 13,Red,US,This Bordeaux blend starts out with a disjointed vanilla note backed up by ripe black cherry fruit. It turns a tad sour in the mouth and ends on a short char note.,Richland Reserve Heritage,27,81,Virginia,Virginia,,Potomac Point 2008 Richland Reserve Heritage Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potomac-point-2008-richland-reserve-heritage-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2008,Potomac Point 14.3,Red,US,"A hot, harsh wine. Although the official alcohol is modest, the wine has a chile pepper burn.",,19,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Philo Ridge 2006 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2006-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2006,Philo Ridge 13.7,White,US,"Way too strong in feline emissions, that disagreeable scent due to green, unripe pyrazines. If you can get past that, the wine is slightly sweet and citrusy.",Estate Grown,20,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2009 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2009-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,St. Supéry 13,Red,US,"An eclectic blend of 55% Ruby Cabernet and 45% Tempranillo turns out an off-beat wine, with smoke and char notes dominating the nose and a tinge of perfumed hand soap hanging behind the raspberry fruit in the mouth. It's pointedly crisp, with slightly overworked tannins but an agreeable final note of mixed berries.",Vintners' Reserve Red,22,81,New Mexico,New Mexico,,La Chiripada 2008 Vintners' Reserve Red Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiripada-2008-vintners-reserve-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2008,La Chiripada 13,Red,US,"The opening is attractive, with mocha, raspberry and carob scents but it turns a bit tart in the mouth. Rustic tannins provide a backdrop for the char and vanilla flavors of the finish.",Artist Series I,28,81,New Mexico,New Mexico,,La Chiripada 2008 Artist Series I Dolcetto (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiripada-2008-artist-series-i-italian-red-dolcetto-new-mexico/,Dolcetto,2008,La Chiripada 17.8,Red,US,"Too tannic, overripe and clumsy to earn a better score, this Zinfandel has flavors of blackberry jam, currants, mocha and pepper. It's a little sweet, and a little sharp. Drink now.",Valenti Ranch,28,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Claudia Springs 2006 Valenti Ranch Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2006-valenti-ranch-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,2006,Claudia Springs 13.5,Red,US,"Some initial notes of paint thinner and rubber blow off to reveal an intriguing mix of blueberry, vanilla and mocha on the nose. It's dense and sculpted in the mouth but turns a tad sour at the back of the mouth and ends on a note of dry tannin. A year or two in the cellar may help bring some harmony to this rather disparate wine.",R,48,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2006 R Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2006-r-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2006,Rappahannock Cellars 13.8,White,US,"Nice and drily acidic, with a minerally, citrusy mouthfeel. That's good, but there's a touch of dirtiness, a moldy taste that lowers the score a lot.",Union Island White,15,82,California,California Other,California,Bixler Vineyards 2008 Union Island White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bixler-2008-union-island-white-other/,White Blend,2008,Bixler Vineyards 14.5,Red,Chile,"Hard aromas start out burnt and acrid before some fruit comes out. The palate is on the weak end, with light concentration and flavors of strawberry and herbs. Adequate; it's poorly constructed and doesn't step up to the plate.",Reserva,15,82,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Indomita 13,Rose,Italy,"This is a bright pink rosé with a full bouquet of berry and floral aromas but also a pungent point of chemical or solvent at the back that creates an awkward first impression. The wine is bright, firm and crisp on the palate.",Rosato,11,82,Southern Italy,Salento,,Li Veli 2008 Rosato Rosé (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/li-veli-2008-rosato-rose-salento/,Rosé,2008,Li Veli 12.5,White,France,"A Riesling for those who want the wine to play second fiddle to the food. The palate is quite crisp, almost bitter, despite a hint of sweetness. Try with grilled calamari.",Réserve,18,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2007 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2007-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Gustave Lorentz 14.5,Red,US,Raw in the mouth and rather vegetal. The cherry-berry flavors are compromised with herbs that verge onto green beans.,Heritage Cuvée,18,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2006 Heritage Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2006-heritage-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Curtis ,White,Austria,"Very candy shop in its aromas and flavors, a wine that is flagrantly perfumed and touched by wood. The wine is so spicy and perfumed that it is hard to discern the fruit.",Contessa,35,82,Burgenland,,,Giefing 2007 Contessa Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giefing-2007-contessa-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2007,Giefing 13.5,White,France,"This wine could use a bit more zest but it does offer some attractive and approachable aromas of lychee and fresh grapes. The short, appley finish is saved from being flabby by a slight spritz. Drink soon.",Prestige,17,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2007 Prestige Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2007-prestige-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Cave de Ribeauvillé 14.1,Rose,Argentina,"Salmon colored, with soapy tangerine and nectarine aromas. The palate is watery and soft, with bland citrus and berry flavors. Comes across like a wine cooler that's lost its fizz.",Rosé,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valle Huarpe 2008 Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-huarpe-2008-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Valle Huarpe 14.5,White,US,"Simple and sweet, like a fruit juice blend of apples, peaches and pineapples you buy in the supermarket.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,St. Francis 12.5,White,US,"Awkward, with semi-sweet, pop soda flavors that are weirdly acidic. Drinkable, but not very good.",Grady Family Vineyards,15,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Shenanigans 2008 Grady Family Vineyards Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenanigans-2008-grady-family-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Shenanigans 13.5,White,US,"Strong in tangy, aggressive gooseberry flavors, this Sauvignon Blanc will appeal to fans of the simple New Zealand style. It's crisp in acidity, and turns sugary on the finish.",Serenade in Blanc,13,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,R & B Cellars 2007 Serenade in Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-b-cellars-2007-serenade-in-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,R & B Cellars 12,White,France,"This Riesling will suit fans of neutral Italian whites. The nose is shy and retiring while the palate is light on its feet, with notes of lemon and wet stones. Bracing acidity, making it a good partner with light fish dishes.",Reserve,22,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2007 Reserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2007-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Jean-Baptiste Adam 14.5,Red,US,"There's a persistent vegetal smell and taste to this Cab and it doesn't blow off even with time in the glass. Once you get past the asparagus, you'll find more pleasant blackberry notes.",,16,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ancient Peaks 14.7,Red,US,"A hard wine to like. It's acidic and raisiny, and despite the official alcohol reading of 14.7%, tastes far higher, with a hot, chile pepper burn.",Clockspring,16,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2007 Clockspring Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2007-clockspring-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Amador Foothill Winery 12.5,Rose,Italy,"There's a touch of red apple skin or apple sauce at the start that is followed by slightly awkward notes of bubblegum and cotton candy. This is a strange Negroamaro-based rosé with aromas of chopped mint or herbs at the back. The mouthfeel is bright, tonic and firm.",Negroamaro,,82,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Villa Mottura 2008 Negroamaro Rosé (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mottura-2008-negroamaro-rose-salice-salentino/,Rosé,2008,Villa Mottura 13.5,Red,Chile,"There isn't a whole lot of good going on here. The nose is cheesy and smells of animal hide and leaves, while the palate is far too acidic, which puts a tight, dry, sour spin on the wine's cherry and raspberry fruit. Sharp and angular on the finish as well.",Reserva,13,82,Maule Valley,,,Hugo Casanova 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugo-casanova-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hugo Casanova 13.5,Red,US,"A heavy layer of vanilla weighs down the fruit here, which runs to fresh cherries and cherry liqueur. It's soft in the mouth, with soft tannins and a short-to-medium finish of mixed berries. Drink now.",,23,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Potomac Point 2008 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potomac-point-2008-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Potomac Point 14.4,Red,US,"Dull, soft and somewhat vegetal. Tastes like brussel sprouts soaked in red wine, with a squeeze of sweet oak. Merlot and Cabernet.",The Lucky Tornado,39,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Regan 2007 The Lucky Tornado Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regan-2007-lucky-tornado-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Regan 15.5,Red,US,"Tannic, soft, hot and sweet. That pretty much describes this 15.5% Zinfandel, which tastes Porty in raisins, currants and chocolate.",Old Vine,24,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bella Piazza 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-piazza-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella Piazza ,Red,US,"Tannic and acidic, resulting in a hard mouthfeel. Seems overripe, too, with raisiny and blackberry flavors.",,34,82,California,South Coast,Temecula,Robert Renzoni 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-renzoni-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-south-coast-temecula/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Renzoni 15.8,Red,US,"The description “country style” refers to the unbalanced tannins, hot alcohol and overripe currant fruit that mark this Zin.",Estate Reserve,25,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Ruby Hill Winery 2007 Estate Reserve Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruby-hill-winery-2007-estate-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ruby Hill Winery 12.5,White,US,"Here's an easy-drinking Chard that provides notes of pear, melon and small white flowers. The acidity is vibrant in the mouth, but the finish falls a bit flat in the end.",,14,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2008 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2008-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Martha Clara 13.5,Rose,US,"Tastes like a slightly sweet soda pop or wine cooler drink, with orange, cherry and vanilla flavors. Don't be afraid to put some sliced strawberries in there, and maybe a little umbrella.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Lost Summer 2009 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-summer-2009-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Lost Summer 15.5,Red,US,"Soft, simple and boring, this Zin tastes like the fermented juices of blackberries, cherries and chocolate. It's superrich and heavy, lacking vibrancy.",John Ricetti Vineyard,24,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 2007 John Ricetti Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2007-john-ricetti-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Claudia Springs 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells strange, like a bowl of Smucker's raspberry jam or applesauce. The palate is creamy and dull, with flat, jammy, candied red fruit flavors that do little to excite. Finishes with a wave of sweet marshmallow and vanilla.",Serie Terra Roble,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 2008 Serie Terra Roble Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-2008-serie-terra-roble-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viniterra 14.2,Red,US,"Awkward and rustic. Although it's entirely dry, it has a sweet, pastry-filling cherry taste, with an edge of raisins. And the texture is sharp and green.",,35,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Romililly 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romililly-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Romililly 12.5,White,France,"Notes of unwelcome botrytis detract from an already uninspiring nose. The palate is an improvement, however, with attractive flavors of lanolin and gardenia. This medium-bodied wine finishes with a kick of acidity, making it a good partner for fresh shellfish.",Réserve,20,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2007 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2007-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Pierre Sparr 12.5,Red,US,"Crisp, tart and clean, with notes of tomato leaf, fresh cut grass and ripening strawberries. It doesn't hang around very long but it's an honest effort that's worth considering for a summer picnic.",,19,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Fabbioli Cellars 2008 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabbioli-cellars-2008-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Fabbioli Cellars 13.5,White,US,"Simple and a bit watery, this Virginia Vidal blanc nonetheless offers up some pleasant notes of lemon, peach and almond over a base note of caramel. Drink soon.",,10,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Chateau Morrisette 2008 Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-morrisette-2008-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,2008,Chateau Morrisette 14,Red,US,"Jammy and simple, a country-style wine with flavors of berries, cherries, cola and pepper. Pretty tannic, too. Drink now.",D'Anbio Vineyard,16,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Shepherd 2008 D'Anbio Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shepherd-2008-danbio-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,The Shepherd 14.3,White,US,"Brawny and fruity, this is a Zinfandel to drink with burgers and pizza. It's a strong, hot, spicy wine, with peppery flavors and dry tannins. Think of it as California-style Chianti.",Jake's Vineyard Old Vine,32,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Villa Toscano 2007 Jake's Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2007-jakes-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Villa Toscano 13.5,White,Chile,"Reasonably solid and inviting on the nose, with clean fruit and a touch of oak. The palate is spritzy and jumpy, with sweet apple, pear and melon flavors. A totally average, easy-drinking wine, but in the end how basic do we want to go with our Chardonnay?",Selected Terroir,10,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Selected Terroir Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-selected-terroir-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Santa Ema 14,Red,US,"Too strong by half, lacking restraint and elegance. All you get is an explosion of superripe fruit and oak. Tastes like a berry, roasted nut and mocha candy bar.",Dunnsden,35,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Merriam 2005 Dunnsden Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2005-dunnsden-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Merriam 12.5,Red,US,"A bit of an odd duck, with both confected notes and a green, herbal character, this Cabernet Franc manages to charm nonetheless. There's some nice cigar tobacco in the mouth and notes of fall leaves framed by soft but persistent tannins. A good partner for fried chicken.",Reserve,30,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Fabbioli Cellars 2008 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabbioli-cellars-2008-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Fabbioli Cellars 12,White,Italy,Candy-like aromas of butterscotch and caramel emerge on the nose of this light and luminous white wine from Tuscany. It's lean and crisp in the mouth with a touch of piquant spice on the close.,Il Picchio,,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castel Vecchio 2007 Il Picchio White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-vecchio-2007-il-picchio-white-toscana/,White Blend,2007,Castel Vecchio 13,White,US,"There's not a whole lot going on in this Chard, with muted aromas of overripe peach and hints of mealy pear in the mouth. A touch flabby but the finish is clean and the balance solid. The label peels off like a sticker for easy record keeping.",Social Club White,13,83,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Brooklyn Oenology 2007 Social Club White Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooklyn-oenology-2007-social-club-white-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,2007,Brooklyn Oenology 13.5,Rose,France,"Rich in ripe fruit on the nose and palate with loads of blueberry, cherry skins and jammy plum. Full in the mouth with a medium-length but clean finish.",La Clape,15,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château Moyau 2007 La Clape Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moyau-2007-clape-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2007,Château Moyau 13,Red,US,The 2007 Augusta Norton is a charming wine. It manages to be both fruity and elegant while offering loads of mouthwatering acidity. There isn't an excess of complexity here but it's a good choice for a summer red. Drink now.,Estate Bottled,18,83,Missouri,Augusta,,Augusta Winery 2007 Estate Bottled Norton (Augusta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/augusta-winery-2007-estate-bottled-other-red-norton-augusta/,Norton,2007,Augusta Winery 12,Rose,Italy,"Here's an informal and fresh Italian rosé with a sweet component that is evident both on the nose and in the mouth. You'll recognize rose, sweet berry fruit and a touch of cherry candy.",Rosa Chiara Rosé,16,83,Piedmont,Piedmont,,La Scolca 2007 Rosa Chiara Rosé Cortese (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2007-rosa-chiara-rose-italian-white-cortese-piedmont/,Cortese,2007,La Scolca 13.5,Rose,Chile,"Sweet, candied rosé with a cute name and a clear bottle? Aren't we beyond that by now? Apparently not, so this berry cooler of a wine gets an acceptable rating along with notes that it's chunky, likable and awfully sweet.",,10,83,Rapel Valley,,,Lucky7 2009 Rosé (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky7-2009-rose-rapel-valley/,Rosé,2009,Lucky7 13.7,Red,Chile,"Up to this pioint we've been a fan of the new Undurraga's T.H. (Terroir Hunter) wines. But this Limarí Syrah has some problems, namely a soupy, medicinal nose that's followed by a short, hot, clipped palate of limited yet floral berry flavors. Lacks mouthfeel, depth and clarity.",T.H.,20,83,Limarí Valley,,,Undurraga 2007 T.H. Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2007-th-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2007,Undurraga 13.5,Red,Chile,"A pickled and tomatoey wine, with herbal cherry and burnt rubber notes. The palate is tart and edgy, with snappy, lean red fruit flavors that struggle to make much of an impression. Crisp and lean on the finish, too.",Reserva,12,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2007 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2007-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2007,Santa Rita 12.6,White,US,"The aromas of this wine are a touch honeyed with notes of baked apple and sweet smoke. The finish is medium length, but the alcohol comes through a bit too aggresively.",Sunflower Special Reserve,19,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 2008 Sunflower Special Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-2008-sunflower-special-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Pindar Vineyards 13,Red,US,"A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Syrah, the Chiripada Winemakers' Select offers up sweet red fruit with a raspberry edge. There's mouth-coating tannins and a pleasant rusticity to the finish. Developed aromas suggest this wine has already reached its peak; drink before the end of 2011.",Winemakers' Select Red,22,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,La Chiripada 2008 Winemakers' Select Red Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiripada-2008-winemakers-select-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2008,La Chiripada 14,Red,Chile,"Heat, cherry and peppery, herbal aromas get it going, followed by murky, herbal flavors and a hard feel. The finish is quite herbal, and there's more than an accent of tomato. Also a touch bitter. Run-of-the-mill Merlot at best.",,10,83,Central Valley,,,Terrapura 2008 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2008-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2008,Terrapura 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Deep and jammy on the nose, and nothing if not potent. But elegance, clarity and sophistication are nowhere to be found as the wine's grapey, soupy, flat character takes over. Bitter on the finish, and throughout there's little to latch onto besides weight and heft.",Mil Vientos,16,83,Other,San Juan,,Bodega Merced del Estero 2008 Mil Vientos Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-merced-estero-2008-mil-vientos-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Merced del Estero 13.2,White,US,"A decent price for an everyday Chardonnay that gives people what they like in this variety. It's rich in pineapple jam, pear and honey flavors, with an elaborate coating of sweet oak.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,TWODOG 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twodog-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,TWODOG 13,White,France,"An odd wooly note introduces this spicy white. Asian fruit notes follow while some floral notes come through on the short, watery finish. Drink up.",,24,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2007 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2007-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Hugel 12.5,White,US,"This Albariño is a pretty little wine and refreshingly different. There's subtle white flowers and quince upfront, followed by a light-bodied but intensely perfumed palate. While the mouth is a bit soft, this wine ends with a refreshing kick of acid. Try with light fish dishes.",,24,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Chrysalis 2008 Albariño (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chrysalis-2008-albarino-virginia/,Albariño,2008,Chrysalis 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Two vintages of this wine are on the books, and frankly something isn't clicking. After a flat-out weak wine in 2007, this one is showing raisiny, pasty, lactic qualities and too much clumsy sweetness. It's like a cloying ball of blackberry candy accented by bacon fat.",,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Layer Cake 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/layer-cake-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Layer Cake 14.8,Red,US,"Smells a little vegetal, tastes too soft and sweet, like melted red licorice, and turns raisiny on the finish. Basically okay, if pricey for the quality.",Sugar Mountain Vineyard,25,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oreana 2006 Sugar Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oreana-2006-sugar-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2006,Oreana 12,White,Australia,"Based in the Riverina, Beelgara has turned out a decent wine for the price, with lime and citrus blossom aromas followed by a lightening of intensity on the palate and a short, tart finish.",The Vines,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Beelgara 2008 The Vines Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beelgara-2008-vines-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2008,Beelgara 13,Rose,Argentina,"Red in color, with neutral aromas of red apple skins. The palate is sticky and weighty, and the taste is akin to fruit punch with tangerine on the side. Tastes o.k. but is too full, chunky and heavy to be refreshing",Pianissimo Malbec Rosé,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caligiore 2009 Pianissimo Malbec Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caligiore-2009-pianissimo-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Caligiore 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and harsh in the mouth, this Temp's acidity and tannins are just too strong for comfort. It has modest flavors of cherries, red currants and mocha. Jahant is one of the new Lodi appellations.",Liberty Oaks Vineyard,21,83,California,Central Valley,Jahant,Bokisch 2007 Liberty Oaks Vineyard Tempranillo (Jahant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2007-liberty-oaks-vineyard-tempranillo-central-valley-jahant/,Tempranillo,2007,Bokisch 586,White,US,"Bone dry, as the label suggests, to the wine's detriment. The total absence of residual sugar accentuates the acidity, making the wine too tart, almost sour.",Dry,19,83,California,Mendocino County,Cole Ranch,Esterlina 2008 Dry Riesling (Cole Ranch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-2008-dry-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-cole-ranch/,Riesling,2008,Esterlina 12.5,Rose,France,"Strawberry and red raspberry are the themes here along with an underlying note of fresh hay. It's dilute, but pleasant in the mouth, winding down to a final note of lemon peel. Should be drunk up before 2011.",Sables d'Azur,10,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Baron Gassier 2008 Sables d'Azur Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-gassier-2008-sables-dazur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2008,Baron Gassier 13.9,Red,US,"Minty and green, a hard, acidic wine only somewhat relieved by cherry and oak flavors. Not bad, but pretty lean.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2008 Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2008-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2008,Angeline 12,Red,France,"A lightweight wine, almost tangy in its freshness. Wild strawberry flavors give a great liveliness to a wine that is taut in its acidity.",Buissonnier,15,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Vignerons de Buxy 2008 Buissonnier (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2008-buissonnier-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vignerons de Buxy 12,White,France,"This is classic Pinot Blanc, with pretty white flowers on the nose, a slight spritz enhancing lemony flavors in the mouth and a crisp, refreshing finish. Perfect for poolside sipping, particularly if there is some fish on the grill.",Réserve,15,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2007 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2007-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Gustave Lorentz 13.5,White,France,A bit of serious minerality has been coaxed out of the frequently frivolous Gewürztraminer in this fairly crisp example. The medium finish shows appealing notes of fresh grapes. Drink up.,Réserve,22,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2007 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2007-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Gustave Lorentz 14,Red,Chile,"Hard, rubbery aromas fold in some tomato and cherry, while the palate is bland and fails to show much other than mildly green and lean berry flavors. Acceptable but more hollow, soupy and herbal than ideal.",,9,83,Central Valley,,,Espiritu de Chile 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-chile-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Espiritu de Chile 14.8,Red,US,"Weedy and acidic, this Cabernet has very modest flavors of blackberries and currants. The sharpness will not go away with aging. It's an okay wine, but badly in need of greater richness.",Fowler Vineyard,25,83,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Midsummer Cellars 2007 Fowler Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midsummer-cellars-2007-fowler-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Midsummer Cellars 13.4,Red,US,Opens with sweet cherry and raspberry fruit but turns noticeably crisp in the mouth while some nice gamy notes appear on the silky finish. An ideal pairing for roast suckling pig.,,24,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2006 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2006-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Rappahannock Cellars 13,White,France,Not terribly complex but certainly very approachable and easy to drink. Good acidity and medium weight play well with the flavors of orange and apple in the mouth.,Val De L'Ours,9,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2008 Val De L'Ours Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2008-val-lours-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 14.4,Red,US,"Somewhat thin and acidic in cherry fruit, and also overoaked. It's as if they thought the aromas and flavors of smoky wood would compensate for a simple wine. Lacks richness.",Watch Hill Vineyard,30,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Comartin 2007 Watch Hill Vineyard Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comartin-2007-watch-hill-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2007,Comartin 11.5,White,US,"New Mexico and Riesling seem an unlikely combination but it works in this wine. Scents of almond, apricot and freesia lead to a slightly sweet palate that winds down to a short, soft finish. Drink up.",,11,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,St. Clair NV Riesling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clair-nv-riesling-new-mexico-113468/,Riesling,,St. Clair 13,White,France,"Developed aromas of fall leaves and straw gainsay this wine's youth. We could wish for a bit more fruit here, but the palate shows a silky texture, some nice intensity and an attractive caramel note. Drink up.",Au Dessus de la Loi Andlau,30,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Au Dessus de la Loi Andlau Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-au-dessus-loi-andlau-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 13.5,Red,Chile,"Chunky and pasty-smelling, with a thick set of berry aromas that rest heavily in the glass. Not very fruity but definitely herbal. Most difficult to deal with are the hard, fierce tannins that result in a gritty mouthfeel and bitterness on the finish. Surprising tough and tannic.",,25,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña Machalí 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-machali-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Machalí 13.6,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is juicy and inviting, with notes of tropical nuts and caramel over a base of plum fruit. The palate is crisp and berryish, winding down to a short vanilla finish. Drink up.",,29,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2006 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2006,Rappahannock Cellars 15.2,White,US,"Too sweet, almost like a dessert wine, this Chard has sugary flavors of pineapple custard, with caramelized wood vanillins. Could use greater balance and subtlety.",Reserve,20,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Ruby Hill Winery 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruby-hill-winery-2007-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Ruby Hill Winery 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark purple in color, but more leafy and murky than you'd expect on the nose. The palate has texture and weight, but it's also kind of dull feeling, which matches the wine's chunky, dull flavors. Decent enough, but still too herbal and challenged.",,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gauchezco 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauchezco-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Gauchezco 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet, minty and confected, with marshmallow and candied berry aromas. The mouthfeel is tangy on the surface and hollow down below, while the palate has average size along with vanilla-infused berry flavors. Lean on the finish. More than 300,000 cases produced.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,10,83,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-casillero-diablo-reserve-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Concha y Toro 13.5,Red,Chile,"There's a sea of basic Cabernet that comes out of Chile every year. This is very much one of the generic, forgettable ones. Expect light cherry and cassis aromas and flavors, and a mouthfeel that's mildly acidic and scratchy.",,10,83,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Carmen 13.5,Red,US,"A brisk, brusque, tannic wine whose rusticity calls for easy fare, like backyard barbecue or even fast-food burgers. It's dry and full-bodied, a country-style blend with deep flavors of blackberries and tobacco. The price is fair.",Sustainable White,11,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 2006 Sustainable White Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2006-sustainable-white-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2006,Parducci ,Red,Chile,"Not a bad wine but definitely overoaked for what it is. The nose bleeds resin and faux milk chocolate, while the chunky, herbal palate offers pretty good mouthfeel but also roasted berry flavors. Menthol and herbal notes rise up on the hot finish.",Special Reserve,13,84,Maule Valley,,,Simone 2008 Special Reserve Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-2008-special-reserve-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Simone 13.5,White,Italy,There's a smoky or almost burnt element to the nose here that takes away from the overall purity of the fruit. The wine is piquant and a bit sharp and those toasted notes sit heavy on the finish.,Zuc di Volpe,39,84,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2007 Zuc di Volpe Chardonnay (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2007-zuc-chardonnay-colli-orientali-friuli/,Chardonnay,2007,Volpe Pasini 12.5,White,Chile,"Dry and peppery on the nose, and then there's a simple, pithy palate with lime-driven flavors and green apple. Tastes pithy on the finish, with Key lime finishing notes. Doesn't really show much.",Estate Collection,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2009 Estate Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2009-estate-collection-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viu Manent 14.3,White,US,"Made in the slightly sweet, crisp style that's made this variety so popular in America, the wine has the flavors of pineapple juice, mixed with pears, limes and peaches.",,17,84,California,California Other,California,Villa Toscano 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Villa Toscano 12.5,White,Austria,"A curiously textured wine, with dry stone fruit characters, missing some of the aromatic virtues of Riesling. That said, it has good freshness, white currant acidity and a light, crisp finish. Screwcap.",Select,22,84,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2008 Select Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2008-select-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2008,Pratsch 14,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of brick dust, sweet spice, rubber and leather are good if you're not seeking saturated berry fruit, while the palate is starchy and grabby, with flavors of stewed berry, tomato, leather and earth. Raspberry is detectable on the thin finish, but so is a soupy flavor. Decent wine with some faults.",Patagonia,20,84,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Verum 2007 Patagonia Merlot (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verum-2007-patagonia-merlot-rio-negro-valley/,Merlot,2007,Verum 14.1,Red,US,"Starts off fine, with rich blackberry and black currant aromas and flavors. But once you take a sip, the wine turns sharp and unbalanced. Still, it's a perfectly decent sipper for everyday fare.",Fine Irish Cab,15,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Shenanigans 2007 Fine Irish Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenanigans-2007-fine-irish-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Shenanigans 14.6,Red,US,"The fruit is plenty ripe, offering rich flavors of blackberries and black currants, and the finish is thoroughly dry. The drawback with this Cab is its texture. It's rough and angular, suggesting unevenly ripe stems and seeds. Drink now.",Reserve Bingham Ranch,65,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,R & B Cellars 2005 Reserve Bingham Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-b-cellars-2005-reserve-bingham-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,R & B Cellars 12.8,White,US,"Though there's no oak on this Chard, it's still quite rich and ripe with loads of honeydew, yellow peach slices, lightly baked apple and tangerine oil. The mouth is round and lacking a bit more acidity, but as a whole the wine is enjoyable and easy to drink.",Surfside,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Penguin Bay 2008 Surfside Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penguin-bay-2008-surfside-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Penguin Bay 13,White,Argentina,"Baked apple and buttercup aromas get it going in a good way, but the palate doesn't really keep the momentum. It's citrusy but low in acid, while the flavors are simple and narrow as they revolve around citrus fruits. Chunky and soft on the finish.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Four Aces 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-aces-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Four Aces 533,Red,US,"A bit harsh and rustic in the mouth, with a hot pepper and sandpaper roughness that detracts. Needs rich beef dishes to balance out its tannins.",Mario's Gran Rojo,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Esterlina 2006 Mario's Gran Rojo Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-2006-marios-gran-rojo-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2006,Esterlina 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With prominent biscuit notes, this crémant announces its allegiance to the elegant Champagne style. It follows through with a fine mousse and a light impression in the mouth. A few pear and earth aroams peek through on the fleeting finish. Drink up.",Brut,20,84,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Ehrhart NV Brut Chardonnay (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehrhart-nv-brut-chardonnay-cremant-dalsace/,Chardonnay,,Ehrhart 14,Red,Chile,"Ultragreen and slightly vegetal, which basic, Central Valley Carmenère is prone to be. The nose has blackberry fruit, carob and bell pepper, while flavors of murky, sweet berry and green bean set up a rooty finish.",,,84,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2008 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2008-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Echeverria 15.7,Red,US,"A spicy, chewy, rustic wine marked by crusty tannins and wild berry and raisin flavors. It's also totally dry, at the cost of high alcohol, which is 15.7% and gives it a burn on the finish. In its own way, classic country-style Foothills Zin, brawny and strong.",Old Vine Esola Vineyard,32,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bella Piazza 2007 Old Vine Esola Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-piazza-2007-old-vine-esola-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella Piazza 12,White,Italy,Here's a fun and fresh Italian Pinot Grigio with piquant aromas of citrus and peach. The wine is informal and easy-drinking. A good food pairing would be chicken salad or lightly roasted fish. Screwcap.,,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,La Villa 2008 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-villa-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2008,La Villa ,White,US,"Off-dry and simple, a soft, aromatic wine with flavors of spices, citrus fruits, wildflowers, litchi nut, honey and vanilla bean. Good with spring rolls, potstickers, Asian noodles.",,19,84,California,Lake County,High Valley,Saddleback 2008 Gewürztraminer (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2008-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Saddleback 12,White,Italy,"This is an easy, straightforward Pinot Grigio with pleasant aromas of peach, pear and citrus. The wine is refreshing and crisp in the mouth and sports a slightly creamy texture.",,,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2008 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Bonotto delle Tezze 14.3,Red,US,"Shows the rustic tannins and ripe to overripe flavors you often find in Foothills Zin, with wild berries, currants and raisins. Fine with barbecue, pizza, tacos and similar fare that calls for a lusty, dry red wine.",Old Vine Rio Volpe,35,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bella Piazza 2007 Old Vine Rio Volpe Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-piazza-2007-old-vine-rio-volpe-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella Piazza 13.5,White,France,"A simple but easy-to-drink Chardonnay with soft aromas and flavors of ripe red apple and pear. Medium weight with a solid, clean finish.",Bistro,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2007 Bistro Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2007-bistro-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2007,Barton & Guestier ,Red,US,"A bit unbalanced, with some raisiny tastes side by side with green, unripe notes of mint. But it's dry and smooth and rich enough, at this price.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Little Black Dress 13.5,Red,Chile,"The aromas are not that inviting: roasted tomato, bramble, burnt earth, etc. The mouth is textured and solid, with savory, herbal berry flavors. Grabby and full on the finish, with a reduced, weighty overall persona. Strained but still pretty good for the money.",,7,84,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,La Playa 13.7,Red,US,"Pretty good for an inexpensive Pinot Noir. It's lacking the richness you really want, but is nice and dry and silky, with pleasant enough cherry and cola flavors and a bright burst of acidity.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Jargon 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jargon-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jargon 13,White,France,"A decent Chard at an attractive price. Light intensity on the nose with suggestions of citrus and pear slices. The mouth is just as subtle, leading through to the short but clean finish.",Réserve St. Martin,9,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2008 Réserve St. Martin Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2008-reserve-st-martin-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sweet, frizzy wine opens with a dark ruby color and offers a veritable aromatic explosion. You get it all here: from blueberry and raspberry to sweet spice and cinnamon cream. From the Casorzo region of Piedmont, the wine is fresh and intensely fragrant. Pair it with cold cuts and salumi.",Antica Casa,18,84,Piedmont,Casorzo,,Ricossa 2009 Antica Casa Red (Casorzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricossa-2009-antica-casa-red-casorzo/,Red Blend,2009,Ricossa 13,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Chardonnay displays a hint of burnt rubber on the nose, then opens to show notes of brown butter and apple. There's a scour of citrus that comes in on the finish, along with a slightly chalky note. Drink now.",Cellar Selection,13,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Sileni 2008 Cellar Selection Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2008-cellar-selection-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2008,Sileni 12.5,White,France,"Soft and broad, a little unfocused, the fruit showing pear juice and green apple skins. It feels light, juicy, missing concentration, and there's a caramel toast aftertaste.",Buissonnier Côte Chalonnaise Chardonnay,18,84,Burgundy,Côte Chalonnaise,,Vignerons de Buxy 2008 Buissonnier Côte Chalonnaise Chardonnay (Côte Chalonnaise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2008-buissonnier-cote-chalonnaise-chardonnay-cote-chalonnaise/,Chardonnay,2008,Vignerons de Buxy 13.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy, rooty aromas get it started. The palate is lean and crisp, and the flavors are of sweet ‘n sour raspberry. A punch of cranberry shows itself on the finish, which is lean like the rest of the wine.",Reserva,10,84,Maule Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Santa Carolina 13,Red,France,"Certainly light, but also deliciously fruity, with raspberries a dominant flavor in the juicy acidity and the softest, velvet tannins. Drink now.",Bourgogne Pinot Noir,,84,Burgundy,Burgundy,,Domaine Jessiaume 2007 Bourgogne Pinot Noir (Burgundy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2007-bourgogne-pinot-noir-burgundy/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jessiaume 13,White,US,"A little dainty on aromas with hints of nectarine, honeysuckle and licorice. The mouth is ripe and rich with notes of roasted red apple, orangey citrus and a touch of mealy stone fruit. You get a bit of heat on the finish that fades fast and leaves the other fruit flavors lingering.",,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Glenora 12.5,Rose,France,"A solidly structured rosé with a bit of weight and great ripeness in the mouth. Strawberry and somewhat medicinal cherry fill the bouquet and palate, with a touch of herbaceousness on the finish.",,15,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gayda 2008 Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gayda-2008-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2008,Gayda 13.5,Red,Chile,"A sniff reveals somewhat cheesy, salinic red fruit aromas that struggle to keep their poise. The palate is fresh and forward, but it also smacks down with narrowing, hard tannins. Tastes of red cherry and raspberry, while the finish is snappy but short.",Reserva,15,84,Maule Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2007 Reserva Syrah-Cabernet (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-2007-reserva-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-maule-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2007,Portal Del Alto 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Brickish in color, and seemingly thin. Aromas of baked fruit, compost, tobacco, vanilla and burnt coffee are challenging, while the palate is earthy and tastes leafy as well as sweet. On the positive side, it's neither heavy nor overdone. On the negative side, it's thin and on the fade.",Trumpeter,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2007 Trumpeter Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2007-trumpeter-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2007,Rutini 14.5,Red,US,"This Cab Franc is simple and jammy, like a wine version of melted black cherry jelly enhanced with an infusion of sweet, smoky, vanilla oak. It sure is fruity, but not very interesting in terms of complexity.",,36,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2007 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2007-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Titus 13.5,White,Argentina,"A little burnt and rubbery on the nose, but with enough lemon and apple to balance things out. The palate is fleshy and soft, with banana and lemon as the lead flavors. Shows a bit of pithy bitterness late, but overall it's good if you like sweet, warm Chardonnays.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Bodega Norton 13.5,Red,Chile,"Racy and tight-bodied red wine, with a strained, herbal set of aromas and a high-acid, razor's-edge palate of lively red fruit flavors and an offset of drying oak. Too generic and tough on the cheeks to tip the scale.",,10,84,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 2008 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2008-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Carmen 13,Rose,France,"There's not a lot of intensity here, but some good lemony crispness and an intriguing popcorn note. Drink now, this one is on fast fade.",Tradition de Campuget,10,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Campuget 2008 Tradition de Campuget Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-campuget-2008-tradition-de-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2008,Château de Campuget 14,Red,Chile,"Jumbled aromas of grilled meat, asphalt and black cherry candy require patience and modest standards, while the palate is regular, a touch sticky and cloying, with sweet but generic berry fruit flavors. Dry and fairly snappy on the finish.",Estate Collection,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Estate Collection Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-estate-collection-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Viu Manent 13,Red,Argentina,"Minty, herbal and slightly grassy on the nose, and of course there's berry fruit to boot. The palate has normal feel and balance, with regular red fruit flavors from the currant and cherry family. Lengthy on the finish, but overall it's as basic as they come.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vila 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vila-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Vila 13.2,White,US,"You get what you pay for in this crisp, savory Sauvignon Blanc. It's tart and clean, with fruity flavors of pineapple, lemon and lime juices that finish a little sweet.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,TWODOG 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twodog-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,TWODOG 12,White,France,"Lightweight wine that seems somewhat dilute with flavors of green plums, bright acidity and a very soft texture.",,17,84,Burgundy,Petit Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Petit Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-chardonnay-petit-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13,White,US,"A touch on the delicate side with very soft aromas of white peach, melon and barely browned toast. The palate is light but round with ample flavors of apple core, hard nectarine and citrus rind. Fulfilling and enjoyable without being overdone; pair with chicken or crab salads.",,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Keuka Spring 14,Red,Argentina,"Floral but dilute, with mild red fruit scents mixed with herbal fern and juniper aromas. The palate has a good but innocuous mouthfeel, and overall it's fresh but simple, with herbal, generic red fruit and dried oregano flavors.",Centenario Reserve,12,84,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2007 Centenario Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2007-centenario-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Graffigna 12,White,US,"Fresh and fruity with dominating notes of green apple, young white peach, chamomile and sweet grass. Lime citrus appears in the mouth and on the finish, livening up the moderate weight and medium-length finish.",,11,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"Full-bodied, thick in the mouth, soft and a little clumsy, this Syrah is marked by cherry, berry, chocolate and oak flavors. It's not going to get any better with age.",Estate,28,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Deerfield Ranch 2006 Estate Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2006-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Deerfield Ranch 16.5,Red,US,"This is the least successful of De Loach's otherwise brilliant new range of Zinfandels, for one simple reason: it's overripe. The alcohol is an astounding 16.5%, and the wine has flavors of raisins and prunes.",Butler Vineyard,32,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2007 Butler Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2007-butler-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,De Loach 13.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with hard black cherry aromas and roasted notes, while the palate is robust and not uncomfortable, with herbal cassis and blackberry flavors. Warm and slightly buttery on the finish. Regular stuff that won't elicit much reaction one way or the other.",Reserva,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,Chono 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chono 12.5,Rose,France,Light pink in the glass with soft aromas and flavors of strawberry and blueberry. Delicate and refreshing; a great choice for hot summer days.,,16,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mas Belles Eaux 2008 Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-belles-eaux-2008-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2008,Mas Belles Eaux 13.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and rude in the mouth, with some green, minty flavors. But it's silky, and offers enough cherries and cola for an inexpensive Pinot Noir.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Murphy-Goode 13.5,Red,US,"Jammy and simple, with blackberry, blueberry and pepper flavors. Finishes dry, with a scour of tannins.",Valley Oaks,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2007 Valley Oaks Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2007-valley-oaks-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2007,Fetzer 15.1,Red,US,"Soft and extractedly jammy in blackberry, cherry and chocolate fruit, this Syrah is simple. The absence of structure makes it taste sweeter than it technically is.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Ancient Peaks 14,Red,Chile,"Heavy aromas of burnt leaves, rubber and compost overshadow any berry fruit notes, while the palate is creamy in feel, with basic flavors of spiced, earthy cherry and berry. Fairly oaky on the finish and overall a step back in quality from previous vintages.",Reserva,16,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2008 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2008-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Veramonte 11.5,Rose,Austria,"As crisp as possible, with light red currant flavors, followed by a caramel edge, but so crisp, fresh and bright. Screwcap.",Rosé Zweigelt,10,84,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Rosé Zweigelt Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-rose-zweigelt-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Winzer Krems 12,White,France,"Notes of wet stones and almonds vie with less appealing aromas of French cheese on the nose. The taut, straightforward palate shows lemon flavors and has a slight astringency on the finish. One could do much worse for the modest price.",Réserve,12,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2007 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2007-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Willm 14,White,Chile,"Generally speaking, Errazuriz's progressive wines hit their marks. But this Chard seems to be substituting oak for substance. The bouquet comes straight from the barrel, and the palate is resiny as it houses lemony, baked apple flavors. Finishes as woody as it began. Too much oak, plain and simple.",Wild Ferment,21,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-wild-ferment-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Errazuriz 13.5,Rose,France,"Bright and sassy, this light-hearted Rhône rosé has fresh spice and lemon zest scents and a thread of cinnamon running through the palate. Ends on a short citrus note. Drink up before the fresh fruit fades.",Parallèle 45,13,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2009 Parallèle 45 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2009-parallele-45-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 13.9,Red,Argentina,"A tough sell at this price. The nose is minty, green and smells of tobacco, spice and fern fronds, while the palate is tangy, clangy in feel and dry. Flavors of semisour, herbal cherry and plum are touched up by sweet oak, but overall it's rather dry and scouring.",Altimus,46,84,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2005 Altimus Red (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2005-altimus-red-cafayate/,Red Blend,2005,Michel Torino 13,Red,US,"Bold and chewy, with black cherry jam aromas and a flavorful palate framed by soft tannins. Some inviting spice elements poke through on the short-to-medium finish.",,18,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Potomac Point 2008 Norton (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potomac-point-2008-other-red-norton-virginia/,Norton,2008,Potomac Point 13.5,White,US,"Made in the popular style, with rich, ripe pineapple jam and kiwi fruit flavors enhanced with the sweet vanillins of oak. A good Chardonnay at a fair price.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Murphy-Goode 13.5,Red,US,"This is a party-style wine, the kind you buy when your guests just want something red and don't really care what it is. It's forward in black cherry, blackberry and cola flavors, with a kiss of smoky oak.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2007 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Murphy-Goode 14,White,France,"An interesting Chard that offers quite sweet notes of stewed peaches, orange marmalade and overripe honeydew. Big and a bit clumsy in the mouth, more vibrancy and freshness is needed to keep things in better balance. However, if you like 'em sweeter, this one's for you.",Les Jumeaux,12,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Guiot 2008 Les Jumeaux Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guiot-2008-jumeaux-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de Guiot 13,White,France,"Pleasant, soft wine, easy to drink, its fruits round and somewhat dilute. It doesn't resonate, but is certainly fresh and crisp.",,45,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 2007 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jayer-gilles-2007-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Jayer-Gilles 13.5,Rose,US,"Deeply colored and rather full-bodied for a rosé, this blush is dry and crisp, with potent, one-dimensional flavors of cherries, raspberries and cola.",Rosato di Sangiovese,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2009 Rosato di Sangiovese Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2009-rosato-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2009,Valley of the Moon 13,Rose,France,A weighty rosé that offers loads of intense red berries and peaches on the nose followed by ripe cherry and red plum flesh in the mouth. Easy to drink with satisfying flavors and a clean finish.,,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,The Frenchhouse 2008 Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchhouse-2008-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2008,The Frenchhouse 14,Red,Chile,"Muddled and earthy, with staunch aromas of leather, aged cheese and generic black fruits. The palate has life and kick, but the flavors are simple, dilute and herbal. Finishes with mild bitterness and black pepper.",,10,84,Central Valley,,,Terrapura 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Terrapura 13,White,US,"Starts a bit chemically, but that blows off to reveal minor fruit notes of red apple flesh and mushy melon. Light and prickly in the mouth with a medium-length finish. Growing a little tired; drink now.",,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2006 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2006-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2006,Shaw 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A little bit funky and unsettled when you pop the screwcap, but soon it finds its floral, blueberry base. Remains superficial and sweet in the mouth, with candied flavors, vanilla and mild oak. Highly regular; could use more concentration and density.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mariana 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariana-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Mariana 12.5,Red,France,"With a touch of wood, this wine has some good weight to balance the very fresh raspberry and crisp berry acidity. There is a toasty element, but crisp fruit dominates.",Buissonnier Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise Pinot Noir,18,84,Burgundy,Côte Chalonnaise,,Vignerons de Buxy 2008 Buissonnier Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise Pinot Noir (Côte Chalonnaise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2008-buissonnier-bourgogne-cote-chalonnaise-pinot-noir-cote-chalonnaise/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vignerons de Buxy 12.5,Red,France,"The 2007 vintage was not kind to red wines from the Hautes Côtes, the vineyards behind the main slope of Burgundy. Manuel Olivier has made an attractively fresh, strawberry-flavored wine, but it lacks intensity, relying on soft fruit and fresh acidity.",,20,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2007 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2007-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manuel Olivier 13,Red,France,"A little bit funky and unsettled when you pop the screwcap, but soon it finds its floral, blueberry base. Remains superficial and sweet in the mouth, with candied flavors, vanilla and mild oak. Highly regular; could use more concentration and density.",Domaine Vincent Sauvestre Clos de la Platière,,84,Burgundy,Pommard,,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot 2007 Domaine Vincent Sauvestre Clos de la Platière (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jean-baptiste-bejot-2007-domaine-vincent-sauvestre-clos-platiere-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2007,Maison Jean-Baptiste Béjot ,Red,US,"Still quite young, but showing real depth and layering, the McCrone vineyard designate offers pomegranate and raspberry fruit, dusted with baking spices, and finished with a tasty vein of mocha. This is a wine to enjoy in the full bloom of its youth.",McCrone Vineyard,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2008 McCrone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-mccrone-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Flavio Riserva Talento is a beautiful expression of northern Italy with fragrant aromas of yellow fruit, toast, roasted nuts and lingering toast. 2003 was a hot and steamy year, but this sparkling wine offers the fresh aromas you should expect from a cool-climate wine zone.",Flavio Riserva Brut Talento,42,91,,Trento,,Rotari 2003 Flavio Riserva Brut Talento Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-2003-flavio-riserva-brut-talento-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2003,Rotari 8,White,Germany,"Serious and earthy, like walking into a wall of minerality. The fruit takes a back seat here, but is lusciously peachy and fresh while the long finish is sparked by hints of exotic spices. Give this two to three years to show its best.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,,91,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2008 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2008-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Jos. Prüm ,Red,US,"A welcome trend in Oregon is making Pinot Noir at moderate alcohol levels—here it's 13.5%. This enhances the wine's details, beginning with the aromas. Cola and clove, licorice and toffee scents promise a tasty bottle that turns out to be bursting with black berries, black cherries, black currant and even black tea flavors.",Estate,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Anne Amie 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2007-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2007,Anne Amie 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Harmony and balance are apparent in this elegant, sophisticated sparkling wine from 100% Chardonnay. The wine's aromas include apricot, stone fruit, yellow rose and toasted nut. The perlage is tight and persistent making for a smooth and creamy impression in the mouth.",Brut,35,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-nv-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Antica Fratta 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ferrari's base Brut (with a 2.5-million-bottle production) is a lovely sparkler with yeasty aromas of freshly baked bread and loads of dried fruit, honey and apricot. The mouthfeel is soft and creamy and this impression is reinforced by its foamy perlage.",Brut,24,90,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Brut Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-brut-chardonnay-trento-112929/,Chardonnay,,Ferrari 14.2,Red,US,"The grapes are from the newish region just west of Petaluma, a chilly, windy area. The climate shows in the brisk acidity, while the excellence of the vintage gives savory flavors of cherries, anise and cola. Oak adds a fine touch of toast. Drink now–2013.",,42,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Morris Ranch 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morris-ranch-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Morris Ranch 14,Red,US,"Here's a balanced, young Cab-based Bordeaux blend. It's juicy in tutti-frutti Lifesaver candy flavors of blackberries, cherries and raspberries, yet is quite dry, and the acid-tannin structure gives it an elegant framework. Seems best now for its youthful pizzazz.",Bradford Estate,44,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2006 Bradford Estate Meritage (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2006-bradford-estate-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-rutherford/,Meritage,2006,Sawyer 14.7,Red,US,"This is a big, powerfully fruity Zinfandel. It captures the grape's wild berry character, with savory flavors of freshly picked blackberries, cherries and peppery spices. The balance is just fine, with thick tannins and crisp acidity.",Old Vines Estate Grown,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2007 Old Vines Estate Grown Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2007-old-vines-estate-grown-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ballentine 13.6,Red,US,"A bit sharp now, which is the most glaring feature of this otherwise rich Pinot Noir. It's very dry, with a firmly tannic structure, while the cherry, cola, licorice and sandalwood flavors are delicious. Brief cellaring is warranted, but that sharpness is a warning that the long term may be a gamble.",Cuvée Sandra,55,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Demetria 2007 Cuvée Sandra Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2007-cuvee-sandra-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Demetria 16.2,Red,US,"What a nice Zin. Shows all the Dry Creek character you could ask for, with briary, brambly flavors of wild forest berries, peppery spices and chocolate-covered mints. Savory and delicious, a fine wine to drink now with barbecue. Alcohol is very high, but somehow the wine doesn't taste hot.",Stone Ranch,28,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2007 Stone Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2007-stone-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,DeLorimier 14.3,Red,US,"A bit tough and gritty now, with a chewy texture, like bacon or beef jerky. That's in addition to the cherry, cola, anise and sandalwood flavors. Give this wine a good decant before serving.",Reserve Bottling,52,89,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Hawley 2007 Reserve Bottling Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2007-reserve-bottling-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hawley 14.5,Red,Australia,"The blend in this wine is as whimsical as the name, with Tempranillo and Grenache alongside Portugal's Tinta Cão and Souzão grapes. The result is an aggressive, powerful wine with a broad palette of aromas and flavors, ranging from vanilla, forest floor and animal sweat to cigar, flint, blackberry jam and coffee. Big, bold tannins. Better after 2011.",The Sticks & Stones Tempranillo-Grenache-Tintacao-Souzao,35,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2006 The Sticks & Stones Tempranillo-Grenache-Tintacao-Souzao Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2006-sticks-stones-tempranillo-grenache-tintacao-souzao-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2006,D'Arenberg ,Red,US,"A feminine, almost soft Pinot Noir, this opens nicely with scents of roses, red fruits, and pine forest. Despite its light color, it has plenty of grip and density in the mouth, even bringing some streaks of light milk chocolate into the finish.",3 Vineyard,32,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2008 3 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-3-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chehalem 13,Red,France,"Good firm tannins, with ripe blackberry jam flavors, are followed by some spice from wood. This is a well-structured wine, its elements in place. The dry edge is finally dominant, and it probably needs 2–3 years aging.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Paloumey 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paloumey-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Paloumey 14,White,Australia,"Exotic and intriguing, with an intense apple, pear and beeswax character that gives over to vanilla and caramel from toasty new oak. Winds up with a unique malted milk note. Really well done and original. Drink now to 2012.",Prelude Vineyards,36,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2007 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2007-prelude-vineyards-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2007,Leeuwin Estate 14,White,New Zealand,"Spy Valley is a pretty consistent Marlborough source for aromatic whites, and this may be their best Pinot Gris to date. It starts off with spicy notes reminiscent of ginger and white pepper, then delivers a broad, concentrated mouthfeel and a richly textured finish. Drink now–2011.",,26,89,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2009 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2009,Spy Valley 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Buoyed by assertive lychee and spice notes, this is a bold, aromatic wine made in an off-dry style. It's full bodied on the palate, with a long, spice-driven finish. Drink over the next 6–9 months.",,21,89,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2009 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2009-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Spy Valley 14,Red,New Zealand,"Spy Valley is turning out consistently good wines across the range, and the 2008 Pinot Noir is a notable achievement in the context of the vintage. It's plump and silky in the mouth, with bright cherry fruit accented by subtle vanilla and spice. Drink it over the next couple of years.",,30,89,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Spy Valley ,Red,US,"An appealing mix of fruit and forest floor aromas waft from the glass, leading you into a tart, spicy and earthy wine with well-balanced red fruits, white pepper, bark and graphite flavors. Modest in scale, beautifully balanced, and perfect for near-term enjoyment.",Grande Cuvée,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Soléna 2007 Grande Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2007-grande-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Soléna 13.7,Red,New Zealand,"Le Sol's little brother isn't yet available in the U.S., but it offers a decent introduction to the Craggy Range style of Syrah. Brandied cherries, complete with cinnamon and nutmeg are big and extracted; muscular yet not overdone, turning silky and mouthwatering on the finish.",Gimblett Gravels Vineyard,,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2008 Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2008-gimblett-gravels-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2008,Craggy Range 15,Red,US,"Here's a pleasant, fruity, rich Bordeaux blend that impresses for its sheer wealth of flavor. Floods the mouth with blackberries, cherries, red and black currants and sweet, smoky oak, with firm but finely ground tannins. Feels direct and simple now, but that could be a function of youth. Try holding for 4–6 years and see where it goes.",Artistry,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2007 Artistry Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2007-artistry-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Girard 15,Red,Hungary,"The Solus Merlot is unabashedly ambitious, with upfront vanilla from toasty new oak, a high level of extraction and a dense, black core of ripe fruit. It's full bodied, with steely tannins and a long finish of fig and char. Try with a pan-seared steak.",Solus,76,89,Villány,,,Gere Attila 2007 Solus Merlot (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gere-attila-2007-solus-merlot-villany/,Merlot,2007,Gere Attila 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Big and powerful without going completely over the edge, the 2008 Kiwa is a dark-fruited wine with hints of dried fruit and Christmas spices. It's full bodied, rich and almost chewy in texture, yet finishes fresh and long.",Kiwa,55,89,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2008 Kiwa Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2008-kiwa-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Escarpment 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an Italian sparkling rosé with a peachy-pink color and a wide aromatic offering that includes hints of clove, peach, melon and toasted nut. The wine is smooth and slightly soft although those piquant bubbles give it a sharper edge.",Rosé,43,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra NV Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-nv-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Quadra 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy and crusty at first, with smoked meat, black fruit and dryness to the nose. The palate is well formed and proper, with dry raspberry and mild chocolate flavors. Finishes peppery and solid, with the slightest herbal note. Very nice wine to drink now through 2014.",Gran Reserva,,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pedrosa 2004 Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedrosa-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Pedrosa ,Red,New Zealand,"Roughly half Cabernet Sauvignon, one-fourth Cab Franc and the rest a blend of Merlot and Malbec, the 2007 Old Olive Block shows crisp plum fruit with chocolate and cedar overtones. Soft, dusty tannins fade gracefully on the finish. Drink now–2017.",Old Olive Block,,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Clearview 2007 Old Olive Block Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearview-2007-old-olive-block-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Clearview 13.8,Red,Uruguay,"While this ranks as one of the best Uruguayan reds we've come across, it's not a slam dunk. First off, there's the price; $60 is a lot to spend for any wine, let alone one from the frontier. But getting past that there's pretty fruit, purity, texture and balance to this prestige-aimed effort. And it finishes with alluring tobacco and earth notes. The blend is Cab Franc with Merlot, Tannat and Cab Sauvignon.",El Preciado Premier Gran Reserva,60,89,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2002 El Preciado Premier Gran Reserva Red (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2002-el-preciado-premier-gran-reserva-red-san-jose/,Red Blend,2002,Castillo Viejo 8,White,Germany,"Soft at first, but the density of the pine, gardenia and spice flavors emerges as the wine opens up while the lingering finish shows excellent purity of fruit. Serve with sushi. Drink now or hold three to four years for more complexity.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,23,89,Mosel,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2008 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2008-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,St. Urbans-Hof 13,Red,France,"A charmer. A soft, perfumed wine, light but well balanced. The berry fruits are just hinting at the start of maturity. The wine, though, has great freshness and delicious acidity, with the tannins now rounding out.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Coutet Saint-Emilion 2004 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2004-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Coutet Saint-Emilion 12.5,White,France,"Smooth and soft, with an attractive perfumed character layered with wood toast, pear and peach flavors and lively acidity. This is finely balanced, still young, worth aging another year.",,,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2008 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2008-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Haut Selve 14.9,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is strong in oak and primary fruit flavors. It bursts in the mouth with an explosion of blackberry and cherry jam, caramel and buttered cinnamon toast. Delicious now, but a little direct and obvious. Hard to say where it's going.",Old Soldier Road Tephra Ridge Vineyard,40,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Langtry 2006 Old Soldier Road Tephra Ridge Vineyard Red (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2006-old-soldier-road-tephra-ridge-vineyard-red-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Langtry 14.5,Red,Australia,"A great representative of Australian Grenache, with flavors of black fruit, road tar and raspberry liqueur fading to a palate of brambly fruit, all of which is couched in mocha and vanilla tones from toasty French oak. There's a bit of raspberry jam and a faint grip on the medium finish. Drink now.",Old Vine,25,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2007 Old Vine Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2007-old-vine-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2007,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 13,White,Germany,"Bone dry but harmonious and well balanced, with ripe acidity and restrained pear, honey and petroleum notes in a medium-bodied frame. Its finish is long and minerally. Drinking well now but will show more finesse several years down the road.",Westhofener Trocken S,54,89,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2007 Westhofener Trocken S Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2007-westhofener-trocken-s-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2007,Wittmann ,Red,US,"This estate reserve has more grip and tannin than the other 2006 Pinot from Winter's Hill. It has been in bottle for two years now, so you are buying a well cellared wine with significant flavor development. The fruit is first rate, and the wine is structured with plenty of acid and light barrel flavors of nougat and mocha.",Cuvée du Vigneron,39,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winter's Hill 2006 Cuvée du Vigneron Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2006-cuvee-vigneron-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Winter's Hill 14,Red,South Africa,"Cassis, black pepper and smoked meat start this stylish Shiraz from the venerable estate. A beautiful balance of savory black fruit and spice layers on the palate, followed by a lingering, vanilla spice finish. Ageable and elegant.",,20,89,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 2007 Shiraz (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-constantia/,Shiraz,2007,Groot Constantia 13,Red,France,"Based in the heart of the Entre-deux-Mers, this vineyard has ancient monastic origins. The 2005 is a well-balanced wine, structured with Cabernet and rounded with Merlot. The fruit is rich, not complex, but very food friendly.",Château Haut Mouleyre,14,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Bernard Magrez 2005 Château Haut Mouleyre (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2005-chateau-haut-mouleyre-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Bernard Magrez 13.5,White,US,"A very nice white wine to drink as a versatile apéritif. Dry and crisp, it shows vibrant flavors of Mandarin oranges, Meyer lemons, honeysuckle flowers and vanilla, finished with peppery spices. Try it as an interesting and exotic alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",Betty's Vineyard Estate Grown,24,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ballentine 2009 Betty's Vineyard Estate Grown Malvasia Bianca (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2009-bettys-vineyard-estate-grown-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-napa-st-helena/,Malvasia Bianca,2009,Ballentine 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Mandrarossa is the flagship wine of the all-women team at Bortolomiol. This Extra Dry style strikes a perfect balance between fruit and floral sweetness and cleansing acidity. Serve this beautiful wine at cocktail hour.,Bandarossa Millesimato Extra Dry,24,89,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolomiol 2009 Bandarossa Millesimato Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-2009-bandarossa-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Bortolomiol ,Red,US,"A pretty nose suggests cherry candy, sandalwood and a whiff of maple syrup. Those pie cherry and baking spice aromas continue in the mouth, with a hint of truffle. Beautifully balanced and blended—nine vineyards contributed.",,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Anne Amie ,Dessert,France,"Fresh gold color, with definite honeyed aromas of botrytis followed by sweet honey and spice flavors and the freshest acidity, but stopping surprisingly short.",,,89,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2007 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2007-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château de Myrat 14,Red,France,"With 14 months' new wood aging, this wine is still all wood and toast. The wine does have weight, with the promise of blackberry fruits under the firm tannins. It is finely structured and should mature well.",Péché du Roy,18,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Haut-Guiraud 2006 Péché du Roy (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-guiraud-2006-peche-roy-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Haut-Guiraud 13,White,France,"The wood gives a spicy aroma, and the palate has an attractive touch of ginger to go with the pink grapefruit and green plum flavors. A soft wine that has toast as well as ripe acidity.",,24,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Bertinerie 2008 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bertinerie-2008-sauvignon-blanc-cotes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Château Haut Bertinerie ,Dessert,France,"The fruit is really ripe, botrytised, quite tight in character, the layers of tangerine and orange juice wedged into a dry core. This will need many years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Filhot 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Although the aromas of this off-dry Riesling are marked by lime and floral notes, there's also an intriguing dark earthiness that imparts gravity and complexity. As it moves through the palate, it picks up hints of petrol on the slightly oily-textured finish.",,18,89,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2008 Riesling (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2008-riesling-nelson/,Riesling,2008,Woollaston 13.5,Red,US,"Cab Franc has always been one of the best potential wines in these Foothills, and now, veteran Easton tackles it with special focus. This is a good, medium-bodied wine, with pleasurable flavors of cherries, cola, bacon and sweet smoky oak. Has more elegance than you might think at this price.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,20,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2008 Monarch Mine Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2008-monarch-mine-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Easton 14,Red,Spain,"A bit heavy and raisiny, but with that said there's no denying the wine's richness and ripeness. Lush and dense in the mouth, with cocoa, roasted fruit and a mild syrupy lean to the flavor profile. Sweet but a little short on the finish, and condensed. Drink now through 2012.",Tinto Figuero 12 Crianza,29,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2006 Tinto Figuero 12 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2006-tinto-12-crianza-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,García Figuero ,White,US,"Tightly wound and spicy, this elegant wine captures the varietal character with crisp pear fruit, annotated with minty anise. It's tangy, sleek, fine-boned and tart, fading gracefully as it winds into a clean finish.",,18,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Methven Family Vineyards ,White,Greece,"This elegant, aromatic white combines pear and flowers with a crisp, citrusy lift. Good minerality and depth with a slightly creamy mouthfeel. A unique, pretty white that is a standout as a solo sip or with lighter fare.",Private Label White,,89,Attica,,,My Big Fat Greek Wine 2009 Private Label White Savatiano (Attica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/my-big-fat-greek-wine-2009-private-label-white-greek-white-savatiano-attica/,Savatiano,2009,My Big Fat Greek Wine 15.8,Red,US,"High alcohol, approaching 16%, compromises this wine. If you can get past the heat and superripeness, it defines one aspect of the modern style, in a flashy, Napa way. Offers massive waves of jammy blackberries and mocha, and is probably best now and for a couple of years.",,60,89,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Coniglio 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coniglio-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Coniglio 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Spicy plum and black currant aromas lead this stylish red blend. On the palate, savory black fruit and pepper flavors are poised and elegant, and not too big. Structured tannins and a spicy finish give it muscle, but overall it's a mannered wine with a touch of mischief at the end.",Cape Roan,15,89,Western Cape,,,Doolhof 2007 Cape Roan Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doolhof-2007-cape-roan-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2007,Doolhof ,Red,US,"Very pretty, delicate, rose-colored, with cranberries and pomegranate taking the lead among the fruit flavors. With just a hint of malted milk and pine needles in the back of the mouth, this is drinking very nicely.",Provocateur,24,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J.K. Carrière 2007 Provocateur Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jk-carriere-2007-provocateur-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,J.K. Carrière 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's good aromatic intensity here in the form of peach, sourdough, yellow rose and honey-roasted almond. The wine is tonic and firm in the mouth with good heft to its body and enough concentration to stand up to fried finger food appetizers.",Brut,30,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Lantieri de Paratico 14.5,Red,Australia,"Bold and oaky, this Shiraz-Cab blend starts out with notes of sawdust but quickly turns to guava and roses, backed up by earth and cigar. The muscular tannins and sinewy acidity could use two to three years cellaring to integrate better.",Bernoota,25,89,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Lake Breeze 2006 Bernoota Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-breeze-2006-bernoota-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Lake Breeze 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Thelema's trademark mintiness is a star here, as are the rich, savory flavors of black currant, coffee and spice on the palate. Poised but giving, the wine has an ageable quality and will be delicious with roast lamb or beef.",,41,89,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Thelema 12,White,New Zealand,"Spy Valley's upmarket Pinot Gris is vendange tardive in style, made in an old oak oval with plenty of residual sugar (39 g/l) and a rich, unctuous texture. Bold honey and melon notes are accented by hints of ginger and white pepper, leading to a mouthwatering finish. Drink now–2015.",Envoy,,89,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2008 Envoy Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2008-envoy-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2008,Spy Valley 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Particella 68 (a special vineyard parcel where the fruit for this sparkling wine is picked) offers elegant, clean tones of white flower, musk, peach and creamy citrus. The mouthfeel is light and lean and the wine is brilliant and luminous overall.",Particella 68 Extra Dry,27,89,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sorelle Bronca NV Particella 68 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-bronca-nv-particella-68-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Sorelle Bronca 13,White,France,"Aromatic and zingy, this off-dry Riesling is easy to like, with aromas of spiced pear, mandarin orange and grapefruit peel that lead into a full-bodied and flavorful palate. There's lemon and toffee in the mouth that fade to a delicious honey and caramel aftertaste. At five years old, this wine has reached its peak and should be enjoyed the next year. Best served on its own.",Vendages Tardives,40,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2005 Vendages Tardives Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2005-vendages-tardives-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Pierre Sparr 14.2,Red,US,"Crisp acidity gives this Pinot a tart bite, but it's rich enough to take that sharpness. Shows very ripe, focused flavors of cherries, raspberries, currants, gingersnap cookies and cedar. Drink now–2012.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,42,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Twin Oaks 2007 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-oaks-2007-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Twin Oaks 14.1,White,US,"Good price for a firm, steely Chardonnay that's elegant and dry through the finish. Minerals and citrus fruits mark it, with a Meyer lemon tartness given added richness from 25% new oak fermentation. Ready now.",Estate,18,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2008-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Laetitia ,Red,US,"This forward, light, elegant wine sports bright raspberry fruit flavors first and foremost. Young and fresh, it drinks like a good cru Beaujolais, but with a little bottle age could reveal more inner stuffing.",,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelsheim 14.1,Red,US,"Easy to see why they picked this for the reserve. It's considerably more dense and complex than the winery's regular '07 Pinot, with multi¬tiered flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola, currants, bacon, red licorice, peppery spices and oak. Could use greater structural depth, though, and probably at its best now–2013.",HMR Estate Reserve,50,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2007 HMR Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2007-hmr-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adelaida 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a light and easy Franciacorta Satèn (made with 100% Chardonnay) with soft perlage and delicate aromas of white flowers, stone fruit and cantaloupe melon. Pair this wine with appetizers or fried finger foods.",Satèn,38,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta NV Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-nv-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Antica Fratta 18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"A dry, oily, piquant Oloroso that's more peanutty than almondy. The palate is racy due to no shortage of acidity, and the flavor profile is led by a salty, briney almond and leather character. Sheer and serious, with not a sugar cube in sight.",Alfonso Oloroso Seco,18,89,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Alfonso Oloroso Seco Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-alfonso-oloroso-seco-sherry-palomino-jerez/,Palomino,,González Byass 13,Red,New Zealand,"At less than one-third the price of Escarpment's single-vineyard wines, this is a great Pinot Noir value. Ripe cherries and plums make a full impression on the palate, and while the flavors could use a touch more complexity, the wine offers a big mouthful of authentic Pinot Noir.",Over the Edge,15,89,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2008 Over the Edge Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2008-over-edge-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Escarpment 15,Red,Hungary,"This blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot is rich, complex and brawny, with strawberry on the nose, raspberry on the tongue, and a firm structure of fresh acidity and dense tannins. Best after a few years in the cellar.",Kopar,60,89,Villány,,,Gere Attila 2006 Kopar Red (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gere-attila-2006-kopar-red-villany/,Red Blend,2006,Gere Attila 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Toasted or yeasty notes appear at first and are followed by creamy peach, apricot and yellow rose. The wine is tonic and fresh with good density on the palate and long persistency on the close.",Villa Crespia Novalia Brut,40,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Muratori NV Villa Crespia Novalia Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-muratori-nv-villa-crespia-novalia-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Fratelli Muratori 13.5,White,Australia,"There's weight, power and butteriness here but this wine is light on its feet, with fresh lime cordial and grapefruit peel notes and an intense, palate that's just shy of full-bodied. Long, vanilla-inflected finish. Drink now or stash away for 3–4 years for more complexity.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,24,89,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2006 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2006-isolation-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-frankland-river/,Chardonnay,2006,Frankland Estate 13,Red,France,"Cool, calm wine, its fruit and tannins kept nicely in check. There is a classic feel here, square and elegant. The berry fruits are bright, with a spurt of sweet and sour acidity. Age for 3–4 years.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cambon la Pelouse 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cambon-pelouse-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cambon la Pelouse 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based Franciacorta sparkling wine offers piquant aromas of citrus, white pepper and stone fruit. The mouthfeel is compact and firm and the quality of the fine and persistent perlage is both evident to the eye and in the mouth.",Brut Cuvée Millesimato,40,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bersi Serlini 2004 Brut Cuvée Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersi-serlini-2004-brut-cuvee-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2004,Bersi Serlini 20.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"When in doubt, you can always trust Dry Sack. As always, this is a powerful, rich Sherry with burnt sugar and heavily toasted coffee and caramel flavors. It's no softie courtesy of heat and acidity, and at all points it mixes its sweet side with tough, roasted intensity. Great for cigar smokers.",Drysack Solera Especial Sweet Old Olorosso Aged 15 Years,25,90,Andalucia,Jerez,,Williams & Humbert NV Drysack Solera Especial Sweet Old Olorosso Aged 15 Years Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-humbert-nv-drysack-solera-especial-sweet-old-olorosso-aged-15-years-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Williams & Humbert ,Red,US,"Blackberry and black cherry flavors are right up front, the fruit is definitely the star here. Light suggestions of dried leaf and moist earth add complexity, though in this lighter vintage it does not have the power of previous bottlings. This is a graceful, perfectly balanced wine, whose subtle pleasures will reward those who pay close attention.",Domaine Danielle Laurent,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Soléna 2007 Domaine Danielle Laurent Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2007-domaine-danielle-laurent-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2007,Soléna ,White,US,"Mostly Pinot Blanc, this is an excellent bottle, succulent and juicy, just 12.6% alcohol, which puts it in the European camp. Mouthfilling citrus mixing lime, lemon, pineapple, orange and a bit of candied apricot all contribute to this tasty wine.",Meadow,16,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Ross Andrew 2008 Meadow White (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2008-meadow-white-other/,White Blend,2008,Ross Andrew ,Red,New Zealand,"Youthfully bold, fruit-forward and slightly jammy, Sacred Hill's flagship Merlot offers bright cherries, but avoids being a one-trick pony by folding in subtle tea-leaf complexities and wonderfully silky tannins. Drink now–2017.",Brokenstone,,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 2007 Brokenstone Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-2007-brokenstone-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2007,Sacred Hill 14,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of black currant, violet and pepper start this stylish Cabernet and Petit Verdot red from Warwick. On the palate, smooth, round and full-bodied flavors of vanilla, black cherry and cassis are complex but easy drinking. A delicious, chewy spice finish ends the sip. Pair with hearty cuisine like steaks, stews and roasted lamb.",The First Lady,15,90,Western Cape,,,Warwick 2007 The First Lady Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2007-first-lady-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Warwick 8.5,White,Germany,"There's a lot going on here, with petroleum, musk, orange flower and clove scents on the nose while the palate is as light as a feather, with mouthwatering acidity and a zippy, cinnamon-infused finish. Drink now or hold several years for more complexity.",Herrenberg Kabinett,29,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2008 Herrenberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2008-herrenberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Maximin Grünhäuser 13.5,Dessert,France,"Made at the Sauternes classed growth Château Guiraud, this is part of a worldwide range of wines under the Oriel brand. As it matures, its marmalade flavors are mellowing, giving a rich nut and honey wine, with bursts of acidity and the potential for another few years' aging.",Ondine,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Oriel 2004 Ondine (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2004-ondine-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2004,Oriel 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This vintage of Dry River's Gewürz is almost tropical in style, with mango and pineapple elements accented by gingery spice and a dash of white pepper. It's off dry in style, with plenty of body without being at all blowsy. Drink it over the next few years.",Lovat Vineyard,45,90,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2008 Lovat Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2008-lovat-vineyard-gewurztraminer-martinborough/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Dry River 10,White,New Zealand,"Felton Road's Riesling perfectly balances sugars and acids in a sweet, delicate style centered on limes, green apples and crushed stones. The finish is crisp and racy, leaving behind a lingering sensation of sweetness.",,31,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2009 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2009-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2009,Felton Road 13,Red,New Zealand,"One of the interesting things about Larry McKenna's 2008 Pinots is that they show differently every time I taste them. So these reviews are composites of the 2–3 times I've tried each one. The Pahi shows big bold fruit but also touches of mineral, herb and subtle spice, while the finish is long and savory.",Pahi Single Vineyard,55,90,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2008 Pahi Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2008-pahi-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Escarpment 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Tight and compact with pristine aromas of peach, citrus and sourdough, this vibrant sparkling Brut would pair with shellfish and oysters. There are linear mineral notes at the back but the wine is fresh and tart in the mouth.",Brut,33,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-112899/,Sparkling Blend,,Contadi Castaldi 13,Red,France,"That it was possible to soften the somewhat aggressive tannins of 2007 is shown in this smooth, rich wine. It is certainly a wine for early drinking, but it has ripe berry fruit and fresh acidity, with well-judged tannins.",,,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Poujeaux 2007 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poujeaux-2007-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Poujeaux 13.5,Red,France,"A solid, ripe wine, with tannins to match the juicy black currants. The structure is flexible, pushing comfortably at the fruit. There is a bright character here, helped by the richness of the flavors.",,35,90,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Cantinot 2005 Premieres Côtes de Blaye,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantinot-2005-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cantinot 12.5,Red,France,"The tannins are the thing here, a strong, dry element that cuts through the fine, elegant fruits. The whole wine has a purity of fruit and a straight line of flavors with a mineral tightness to the structure. Age for 2–3 years more.",,,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Magneau 2005 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magneau-2005-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Magneau 13,Red,France,"A dense wine, with strong elements of its wood aging still prominent, and smoothing out the tannins. It has power, a dark texture and superripe almost jammy fruits. The final has mint, spice and sweet plum juice.",,16,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2005 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2005-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Landat 14.3,Red,US,"One of the more interesting Cabs to emerge lately from the Foothills. Shows real class, with ripe flavors of blackberries and black currants, and fine, smooth, complex tannins. Could develop for 3–5 years.",,40,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Diamond Springs Vineyard 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-springs-vineyard-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Diamond Springs Vineyard ,White,US,"From estate vines planted in 1993, this deeply fruity wine has a flavorful blend of banana and other tropical fruits with citrus and citrus rind highlights. Full bodied, almost fleshy for a Pinot Blanc, its mouth-cleansing acidity leaves a fresh, lemony flavor on the tongue, ready for another sip or a bit of pasta, seafood or poultry.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2008 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Adelsheim 14.6,Red,US,"A fruity Pinot Noir, with delicious flavors of raspberry tart, Cocoa Puffs and vanilla cream. Feels a little too soft and melted for the cellar, but it's a sophisticated, dry wine that will pair nicely with steak.",Tina Marie Vineyard,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barnett 2008 Tina Marie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2008-tina-marie-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Barnett ,Red,New Zealand,"Bilancia is the private label of Warren Gibson, winemaker for Trinity Hill, and his partner, Lorraine Leheny. The 2008 Syrah-Viognier is a medium-bodied, crisp but very pretty wine, featuring maraschino cherries and citrus blossoms, with just a fine thread of tannin on the finish.",,,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Bilancia 2008 Syrah-Viognier (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bilancia-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-viognier-hawkes-bay/,Syrah-Viognier,2008,Bilancia ,Red,US,"The Savoya Pinot Noir displays excellent concentration and grip and its raspberry/cherry fruit gives it a tart, racy flair. There's an herbal edge to the tannins, but overall this is very well crafted, balanced and built for medium-term cellaring.",Savoya Vineyard,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2008 Savoya Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-savoya-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright ,Red,US,"Tart and speckled with pepper, this shows lean but polished fruit. It's truly Burgundian in style, with well-defined highlights of leaf and bark, and just a hint of tomato. A chocolaty afterglow sets in long after the last swallow.",Nysa Vineyard,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Ken Wright 2008 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright ,Red,US,"Eric Hamacher has done a fine job with this wine. At 13.6% alcohol it is in fine balance, with a precise mix of strawberry, pie cherry, root beer and herb flavors. It's medium bodied, open and accessible, but not too simple. There is no reason to wait, but it could be cellared for up to six years.",,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hamacher 14.4,Red,US,"Dark, dry and tannic, this is one of the best Petit Verdots out there. It's full bodied and powerful in pure, concentrated blackberries and black currants, with a touch of violets and cedar. Now–2013.",Tephra Ridge Vineyard,40,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Langtry 2006 Tephra Ridge Vineyard Petit Verdot (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2006-tephra-ridge-vineyard-petit-verdot-petite-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petit Verdot,2006,Langtry 13,Red,France,"A smooth wine, its tannins immersed in sweet fruit, spice and black currant flavors. It is firm, likely to age for a few years, with a good dense structure and a great burst of final black fruit.",Cuvée Spéciale,,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2006 Cuvée Spéciale (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2006-cuvee-speciale-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Grand-Maison ,Dessert,France,"Very balanced wine, with the acidity well integrated into the ripe botrytis and firm texture. The wine has a poise to it, a lightness of touch, but will also age well.",,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Malle 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château de Malle ,Dessert,France,"A tight wine, its sweet fruit rolling around between the texture of pear skins. There is freshness here, the acidity and the dry botrytis taking away from any huge sweetness.",,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Arche 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darche-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château d'Arche 13,Red,France,"Bursting with berry fruits and the driest of tannins, this is a very structured wine. Under that structure, there is ripe fruit, rich plum juice and lively acidity. Give the wine 2–3 years for its full, ripe potential to show.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Clauzet 2006 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clauzet-2006-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Clauzet ,Red,US,"Tasted alongside the winemaker's 2006 from the same fruit, this shows both vintage variation and consistent terroir—the marks of a real professional. The complexity and vitality of the wine remain comparable to the riper 2006. Tart fruits, leaf, herb and streaks of earth make for a lively, interesting palate-pleaser.",Basalt Block,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Brittan Vineyards 2007 Basalt Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brittan-2007-basalt-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brittan Vineyards 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a delicate and feminine sparkling wine with well dosed aromas of yellow fruit, peach, wildflower and drying mineral. The wine is fresh, tonic and delivers a friendly, cheerful attitude that would work well at cocktail hour.",Satén Brut,38,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Satén Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Monte Rossa 14,Red,Spain,"A potent, concentrated sort of wine with minerally, crusty aromas, smoked meat and black fruit. The palate is deep and ripe, with pure, tasty, sweet flavors of mildly baked blackberry. Generous late, with mocha and toast on the finish. Best now through 2012.",Reserva,36,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alidis 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alidis-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Alidis ,Red,US,"The scents explode with both dark fruit and dark chocolate, and flavors follow, all wrapped in stiff tannins. A serious effort, this spent 18 months in French oak. It's a muscular, deep, dark wine, substantial in every way—fruit, tannin and alcohol.",,30,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 2007 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-2007-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2007,Griffin Creek 14.5,Red,US,"Dark in color, with a black center, this is a big, intense, broodingly tannic 100% Merlot. The ripeness shows in the concentrated blackberry and black currant flavors that finish with a dusting of red currants, licorice and exotic Indian spices. Very good quality. Drink now–2012.",Highands Estates Taylor Peak,41,90,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Highands Estates Taylor Peak Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-highands-estates-taylor-peak-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2007,Kendall-Jackson 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Franciacorta Brut opens with a vibrant, luminous appearance that is reinforced by the impressive quality and persistency of the perlage. Aromas include dried fruit, apricot, honey, almond nut and butterscotch.",Brut,22,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Le Marchesine NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marchesine-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Le Marchesine 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is one of the nicest and most satisfying expressions of Prosecco Cartizze on the market today. Le Colture is a hard-working, quality-minded estate that has produced an elegant interpretation with a particularly lush, peachy and soft mouthfeel.",Cartizze Dry,32,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Le Colture NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Le Colture 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a sophisticated wine from Franciacorta near Brescia in Northern Italy. The wine region straddles a lake and is well suited to Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and other grapes used in sparkling wines. Here you get aromas of sourdough, apricot and dried fruit.",Brut Millesimato,40,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico 2005 Brut Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-2005-brut-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Lantieri de Paratico 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Riserva Brut from the 2003 vintage shows well-evolved aromas of dried fruit, honey and apricot with background notes of sourdough and toasted nut. It feels firm, tonic and creamy in the mouth.",Millesimato Regium Riserva Brut,39,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle 2003 Millesimato Regium Riserva Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-2003-millesimato-regium-riserva-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2003,La Valle 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Despite a challenging season, Saint Clair's 2008 Block 16 turned out just fine, with dusty black cherries accented by earth and spice complexities. It's medium bodied, with silky tannins and a supple finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Pioneer Block 16 Awatere,27,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2008 Pioneer Block 16 Awatere Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2008-pioneer-block-16-awatere-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Saint Clair ,Red,US,"Nice cherry fruit right up front brings some sweetness to this wine. Young as it is, the components are still knitting together, but there is much to enjoy already. Lovely grapey/cherry flavors are wrapped in light herb, and accented with almost salty sea flavors.",Wind Ridge,32,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2008 Wind Ridge Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-wind-ridge-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chehalem ,White,US,"This is fermented in neutral barrels, so it is a rounder, more open style than Pinot Gris done in stainless steel. It is therefore more approachable at a young age, and also tastes leesy and creamy—a treat for the palate. The fruit is lean and fresh, and a bracing minerality infuses the finish.",Reserve,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2008 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Chehalem 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut Satèn offers a creamy mouthfeel accented by cheerful tones of yellow fruit, almond and dried apricot. There is crispness here and the tonic bubbles help keep the palate clean for your next sip.",Brut Satèn,39,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2005 Brut Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2005-brut-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2005,Contadi Castaldi 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Dry River's Riesling is made in a dry style, with fragrant notes of lime, orange blossom and a hint of tea leaves. It's light without being delicate, bolstered by a slightly dusty texture and a long, intense finish redolent of herbal-leafy elements.",,45,90,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2008 Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2008-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2008,Dry River 14,Red,South Africa,"This alluring Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon blend starts with aromas of black cherry, violets and black currant, leading into waves of black fruit and spice. Structured but smooth, it has a classic, ageable quality. Good minerality gives it an upright character. Delicious now, but definitely can be held.",Donatus,30,90,Stellenbosch,,,Dornier 2006 Donatus Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dornier-2006-donatus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2006,Dornier 13.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty sparkling wine shows many of the characteristics associated with northern Italy: the wine is crisp, fresh and the aromas are brilliantly intact. You'll get notes of roasted almond, peach, apricot and nutty honey. Firm perlage keeps the palate refreshed.",Villa Crespia Numero Zero,40,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Muratori NV Villa Crespia Numero Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-muratori-nv-villa-crespia-numero-zero-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Fratelli Muratori 14,Red,New Zealand,"Felton Road's nondesignated Pinot boasts complex aromas of coffee, beetroot, vanilla, cinnamon, cherries and fresh herbs, delivered by a firmly structured, rather muscular Pinot Noir that appears to need a couple of years to settle down. Try it from 2011–2018.",,55,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2008-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Felton Road 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut Franciacorta boasts a bright, golden color with intense aromas of spice, white pepper, toasted nut, butterscotch and caramel. Those fun spicy notes reappear on the palate and give this wine personality and dimension. There's a subtle touch of bitter almond on the close.",Brut,30,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Quadra 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This luminous and bright rosé sparkler offers measured fruit aromas of berry, cranberry and pomegranate followed by more sophisticated aromas of toasted nuts and almonds. The wine is clean and fresh with piquant effervescence and a crisp close.",Brut Rosé,39,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2005 Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2005-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Contadi Castaldi 14.9,Red,US,"Very aromatic, with an elusive note of violets that adds to the attractions of the blackberries, briary wild cherries, licorice and black pepper. Full bodied and dry, this Zin is charmingly sweet in fruit and brown butter on the finish.",Herbert Vineyard,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2007 Herbert Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2007-herbert-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2007,Miraflores 13,Red,France,"A serious, intense wine, a success for the vintage, with its dusty tannins, solid blackberry fruits and a firm core. The wine is weighty, maybe just giving a green pepper hint, but generally sitting foursquare in the mouth.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Anthonic 2007 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-anthonic-2007-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Anthonic 13,Red,France,"A densely textured wine, but one with the weight of fruit to sustain the dry core. It is sold, chunky, pulling black berry fruits and plum skins into a good mélange of flavors. It will soften, but will always remain on the firm side. Age for 3–4 years.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Coufran 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coufran-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Coufran 14.5,Red,US,"Silky smooth, dry and classy, this Pinot shows great coastal personality in its tannins, crisp acidity and ripe flavors of cherries, cola, raspberries, pomegranates, orange zest and sweet rhubarb. That acidity is fresh and tart. Doesn't seem likely to improve, so decant. Should be nice with roast salmon, lamb chops or a great grilled steak.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Vergari 2006 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergari-2006-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2006,Vergari 13.5,Red,Spain,"An easygoing but nicely made Rioja that delivers purity, good fruit, body and feel. The nose is all cherry and berry, and it's a clear step up from your everyday red wine. The palate is medium bodied, with tasty, spicy flavors of cherry and raspberry. Lasting on the finish, with proper texture throughout.",Finca Vallobera,32,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallobera 2006 Finca Vallobera (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallobera-2006-finca-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Vallobera 14,Red,South Africa,"Named after a popular Afrikaner country dance, “straight arm,” this Pinotage, Touriga Nacional, Tannat, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Primitivo blend marries classic European flavors with South African spice. The nose offers blackberry, plum, cherry and pepper, and on the palate, like flavors are delivered in a structured, clean package that ends with a nutty, spicy spin.",Solms Astor Langarm,20,90,Western Cape,,,Solms-Delta 2007 Solms Astor Langarm Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solms-delta-2007-astor-langarm-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2007,Solms-Delta ,Red,US,"This is the bottle you want on your table if the night is calling for burgers, flank steak, tri-tip, Mexican, Southwest—in other words, food that is hearty, spicy and satisfying. The 2007 blend included old vine Zin, Resonance Pinot Noir, Baby Poux Cabernet and more. Peter Rosback isn't saying what's in this 2008, but you won't care once you slug down the first glass. It's just pure deliciousness, cherries and chocolate galore.",Red Table Wine,16,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2008 Red Table Wine Red (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-red-table-wine-other/,Red Blend,2008,Sineann ,Red,US,"In this cooler vintage the wine is finished at under 13% alcohol—a rarity these days. It is a lovely wine, spiced with pine needle accents over cranberry and raspberry fruit. Acids are full but not biting, and the tannins proportionate. The return of elegance.",Hannah Vineyard,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2007 Hannah Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2007-hannah-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Willamette Valley Vineyards ,Red,New Zealand,"New Zealand's largest wine company is still capable of turning out exciting, innovative wines from its boutique properties, like this example from Church Road. Bold cherry and stone-fruit flavors are accented by just a touch of peppery spice, but there's plenty of volume in the mouth and dark cherries on the silky finish. Drink now–2015. Not imported.",Reserve,,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Church Road 2008 Reserve Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/church-road-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2008,Church Road 13.5,Red,France,"Generously textured with rich fruit and soft tannins, this is already a wine to be drunk. The structure is open, rounded, lit lightly by acidity, sustained by a base of dry tannins and finishing with light perfume.",,,90,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2006 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2006-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Siaurac 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This easy but elegant sparkler offers candy-like aromas of butterscotch and caramel followed by apricot and dried fruit. The wine is firm and tonic in the mouth with thick consistency and a crisp, cleansing finish.",Brut,25,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-107101/,Sparkling Blend,,Montenisa 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a beautifully pale and delicate rosé sparkler from Franciacorta that offers compelling aromas of wild berry, cranberry and cinnamon spice. There are citrus and pink grapefruit tones at the back and the wine is silky smooth in the mouth.",Brut Rosé,29,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-nero-franciacorta/,Pinot Nero,,Montenisa 14,White,New Zealand,"With only 6.5 g/l of residual sugar, this weighty wine comes across as almost dry, allowing the emphasis to be on the bold notes of melon, pear and citrus. It's rich without being overtly sweet, then finishes clean, adding a touch of white pepper to the mix. Drink now–2012.",,19,90,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2008 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2008,Lawson's Dry Hills 14.5,Red,US,"An enjoyable Cab for its lush mouthfeel and ample flavors of blackberries, black currants, cherries, spices and smoky oak. Feels rich and savory all the way through. The tannins certainly are present, but they're refined. Drink now–2015.",,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Duckhorn 14.4,Red,US,"This is quite a good Pinot Noir, although despite the tannin-acid tightness it's not likely to improve beyond 2011. It's dry and silky and delicious in cherry, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors, and there's even a touch of chocolate.",Estate Grown,65,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2007 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2007-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Donum 15,Red,Spain,"This is nothing more than a few barrels of wine bottled by Hughes, a so-called “global vintner.” And like its Lot 128 brother, it is really good juice. Inky and floral, with blueberry and wild raspberry flavors. It's smooth, fresh, bold and finishes with mint and chocolate. Shows the positives of Campo de Borja's Garnacha.",Lot 129,15,90,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 129 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-129-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2007,Cameron Hughes 14.4,Red,US,"Direct and appealing now, like a cola drink infused with cherry and raspberry essence, with the caramelized, brown butter sauce complexities from oak barrel aging. That's pretty delicious, and the finish is dry and crisp, but this is not a wine to age.",Paris Mountain Lone Oak Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Calicaro 2008 Paris Mountain Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2008-paris-mountain-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calicaro 13.5,Dessert,France,"A full, liquorous wine, with ripe mango and apricot flavors set against a backdrop of honey, dry botrytis and dense texture. The wine is now ready and maturing well. Drink over the next year.",Thomas Barton Réserve,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Barton & Guestier 2005 Thomas Barton Réserve (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2005-thomas-barton-reserve-sauternes-112392/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Barton & Guestier 12.5,White,US,"A bracing, tart Riesling, quite dry and still under 13% alcohol, this mixes green apples, fresh citrus, pineapple and unusual suggestions of clove and spice. It's a fine follow-up to the winery's excellent 2007 bottling, though perhaps not quite as concentrated.",,16,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2008 Riesling (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2008-riesling-southern-umpqua-valley/,Riesling,2008,Brandborg 14.5,Red,US,"A fine Petite Sirah, dark, full bodied and dry, with ripe flavors of blackberries, mocha, leather, herbs and spices. Feels good and clean in the mouth, with chewy tannins and a long, rich finish.",Serpentine Meadow,40,90,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 2006 Serpentine Meadow Petite Sirah (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2006-serpentine-meadow-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Langtry 14.8,Red,US,"A challenging wine, one whose future is hard to predict. The immediate impact is very rich and ripe, with flavors of milk chocolate, blackberry jam and caramelized oak. In the mouth it feels soft and yielding. Not entirely satisfactory now, so the score reflects potential beyond 2012.",To Kalon,125,90,California,Napa,Oakville,B Cellars 2006 To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2006-to-kalon-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,B Cellars 14.2,White,US,"A beautifully elegant, refined Chardonnay. Because it's not overloaded with oak, it displays the basic finesse of the grapes from this cool-climate vineyard. Crisp and dry, it's rich and complex in citrus, tropical fruit, peach, mineral and honeysuckle flavors, at a fair price.",,20,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Artesa 13,Red,France,"With 30% Cabernet Franc in the blend, this shows the textured, structured side of Saint-Emilion. The tannins are firm, but come from the delicious fruit, particularly the bright blackberry fruits that give a final lift.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Coutet 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2006-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Coutet 13,Red,France,"A smooth wine that softens well, but that still retains rich fruits and dense, dusty tannins. There is good power here, from blackberry and red plums, the texture of velour. Drink now and over the next 3–4 years.",,20,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Cissac 2005 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-cissac-2005-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Lamothe-Cissac 13,Red,France,"From 2009, Labégorce-Zédé will no longer exist, being amalgamated with Château Labégorce-Margaux. So this 2007 is one of the last vintages. The wine has solid but lively black fruits, the tannins dark, firm and full of blackberry juice flavors with a touch of cranberry dryness. It is definitely for aging.",,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labegorce Zédé 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-zede-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Labegorce Zédé ,Red,New Zealand,The lifted nose of herbs and tea gives an extra shot of complexity to this concentrated wine. Intense cherry and cassis fruit ends in a long finish that blends drying tannins with mouthwatering acids. Best from 2014–2020.,Reserve,,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Villa Maria 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2007-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Villa Maria 14.4,Red,US,"This is one of the best buys on the market now for a Cabernet of this quality at this price. It's a wonderful wine, well structured and dry, with lush flavors of blackberries, currants, herbs and cedar that are wrapped into firm, ripe tannins. Should develop additional complexity through 2014.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edge 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edge-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Edge 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This creamy blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco offers a solid structure, firm and persistent perlage, backed by fragrant aromas of yellow fruit and pressed flowers. You could pair this wine with shellfish or smoked salmon.",Brut Satén Millesimato,,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Berlucchi 2005 Brut Satén Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-berlucchi-2005-brut-saten-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Fratelli Berlucchi 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ferrari's rosé sparkler offers distinctive aromas of freshly baked bread and yeast followed by wild berries, stone fruit and citrus. The mouthfeel is intense and generous and this wine boasts a particularly creamy, full and satisfying mouthfeel.",Rosé,30,90,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Rosé Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-rose-sparkling-trento-112930/,Sparkling Blend,,Ferrari 7.5,White,Germany,"A classic Mosel Kabinett that displays the concentration and pure, expressive fruit typical of the great 2008 vintage. There's loads of Asian spice, apple and gardenia on the nose, while a citrus top note come through on the palate. Finishes long, with a lingering mineral edge. Will improve over the next decade or more though it's drinking well now.",Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett,31,90,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2008 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2008-ockfener-bockstein-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt ,Red,New Zealand,"Part of Pernod Ricard New Zealand, Church Road is a historic property dating back to the end of the 19th century, so it is a shame that the wines are not available in the U.S. The 2007 Reserve Cabernet Merlot features delicate scents of dried herbs and tea leaves allied to bold cassis and cherry fruit. It's firm and slightly drying on the finish; give it until 2015 to come into its own.",Reserve,,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Church Road 2007 Reserve Cabernet Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/church-road-2007-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Merlot,2007,Church Road 13.5,Red,US,"A beautifully balanced, elegant Pinot Noir from a great appellation that's ready to drink now. It's dry and firm in acidity, with complex flavors of cherries and raspberries, although to overemphasize the fruit gives the wrong impression. Also prominent are minerals, flowers and herbs.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Demetria 2007 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Demetria 13,Red,France,"A generous wine, but one with good backbone and structure. The black fruits are beginning to meld into the sweet tannins and flavors of black cherry compote and spices. It is approaching maturity, but could age another 2–3 years.",Arthus,,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,D & R Dubois 2005 Arthus (Côtes de Castillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/d-r-dubois-2005-arthus-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,D & R Dubois 13.5,Red,France,"A fine, totally sweet-fruited burst of Merlot that brings together fine structure with the beginnings of mature texture. There is a layer of vanilla, a warmly polished feel with glowing berries and sweet spice. Delicious and certainly ready to drink.",P du Roy,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,D & R Dubois 2000 P du Roy (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/d-r-dubois-2000-p-roy-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,D & R Dubois 14,Red,France,"The wood element is powerful here, giving a smooth, polished character to the otherwise tightly knit fruit. Flavors of bitter coffee, spice and barbecued meats are there, with the juicy acidity and a dense texture. The wine needs another year to come together.",Château la Tempérance,20,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Bernard Magrez 2005 Château la Tempérance (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2005-chateau-temperance-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Bernard Magrez 13,Red,New Zealand,"A super value in Pinot Noir, just so long as you don't expect a bright, berry-scented wine. This is a dark, mysteriously earthy and herbal Pinot, with savory, spicy elements backed by dark fruit and a long, dusty finish. Drink it now and over the next few years.",Estate,20,90,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2008-estate-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Te Kairanga 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dry and smooth, with balsam and cedar aromas wrapped around controlled fruit scents and toast. The wine is ripe and balanced, with hickory flavors adding a barbecued angle to the steady palate. Firm, structured and tasting of clove and woodspice on the finish. Drink now through 2011.",Crianza,19,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solabal 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solabal-2006-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Solabal 8,White,Germany,"A mixture of mineral and spice accompanies the lemon and apricot fruit in this tangy, focused Riesling. There's plenty of intensity and an energizing balance of fresh acidity and lingering sweetness. Drink now or age four to five years.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,30,90,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor 9,White,Germany,"Very impressive, with a mineral backdrop setting the stage for a powerful expression of apricot and pear fruit. The mouthwatering acidity masks a fair amount of residual sugar, resulting in a lingering finish that seems dry. Drink now or hold for several years for a more nuanced expression.",V Kabinett,23,90,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2008 V Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2008-v-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Johannishof 13.5,White,Australia,"A few years of age have turned this South Australia Chardonnay into a highly nuanced tipple. Kerosene, hay and coconut aromas play off fragrant blood orange scents while the palate offers up toast and caramel in a tight, well-defined structure. Try with grilled salmon or serve on its own. Drinking at its peak now but will last a few more years.",Reeves Point,28,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2005 Reeves Point Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2005-reeves-point-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2005,Jacob's Creek ,Red,US,"A fine-tuned, fragrant, low (13%) alcohol Pinot Noir, this wine offers fruit flavors of strawberry and raspberry, fresh and juicy, but with a steely spine and enough tannin to feel sturdy and cellarworthy. There is more than a trace of leaf and herb in the finish.",,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J.K. Carrière 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jk-carriere-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,J.K. Carrière 13,White,New Zealand,"A broad, richly textured wine made in a dry style, this packs in the pear, nectarine and melon flavors, then wraps them up with touches of spice on a harmonious, long finish. Drink now.",Vineyard Reserve,18,90,Central Otago,,,Kawarau Estate 2008 Vineyard Reserve Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kawarau-estate-2008-vineyard-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2008,Kawarau Estate 13.5,Red,Spain,"Excellent Ribera crianza here. It has a smooth, appealing bouquet of candied berry fruit, which is followed by a rich palate of cassis, black cherry, prune, chocolate and coffee. For the price point this is right on the money; it's ripe but also really good and ready to drink.",Crianza,16,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Viña Mayor 14,Red,Australia,"This unusual blend of Shiraz and Sangiovese strikes an appealing, earthy chord. It's got plenty of plum, watermelon and strawberry fruit on top of a woodsy underpinning. Long, irresistible finish of vanilla and chocolate. Brawny tannins argue for a steak accompaniment. Best 2011–2013.",Il Briccone,24,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Primo Estate 2006 Il Briccone Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primo-estate-2006-il-briccone-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2006,Primo Estate 15,Red,Spain,"Bold, dark and handsome, albeit a touch herbal and earthy on the nose. The palate is thick and statuesque, with herbal, rooty berry fruit, a spot of raisin, and cracked black pepper. Chewy, deep and ultimately dry on the finish. Drinkable now; best in another couple of years.",Gran Reserva,53,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2004 Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Pradorey ,Red,US,"Just released, young and tight, this widely available (25,000 case) Oregon Pinot shows the strengths of the 2008 vintage. The cranberry and raspberry fruit has plenty of supporting acidity, while the barrel regimen—a mix of new, one-, two- and three-year-old French oak—brings in cedar, smoke and caramel highlights.",Signature Collection,27,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2008 Signature Collection Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2008-signature-collection-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,King Estate 13.5,White,Germany,"Aromatic, succulent and invigorating, this Riesling is firing on all cylinders. The palate is on the dry side with powerful flavors of honey, ginger and peach that fade to an enticing spice note.",Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs,65,90,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2008 Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2008-rudesheim-berg-rottland-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Johannishof 14,Red,Spain,"Ripe and attractive, with deep red fruit aromas. The palate is intense and thorough, with solid tannins supporting ripe, natural flavors of baked berries, particularly blackberry and dark plum. Subtle and smooth on the finish, with length. The blend is 50% Garnacha and 25% each Carignan and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2013.",Castell de Falset,40,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Agricola Falset-Marca 2005 Castell de Falset Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-falset-marca-2005-castell-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2005,Agricola Falset-Marca 14,Red,Spain,"A touch horsey at first, but with time it settles on saddle leather and earthy fruit. The palate is chunky and beefy, with some funk, chocolate and herbal black fruit. Not super spunky and lively, but dense as a brick and interesting. Drink now through 2014.",Torre Albéniz Reserva,50,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2005 Torre Albéniz Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2005-torre-albeniz-reserva-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Finca Torremilanos 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Dry River's 2008 Pinot Gris is a lush, creamy-textured off-dry wine that pairs bold fruit elements of pear and melon with hints of peach leaf and gingery spice. Long on the finish, with absolutely no trace of bitterness. Drink now–2015.",,55,90,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2008 Pinot Gris (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-martinborough/,Pinot Gris,2008,Dry River 7.5,White,Germany,"Give this wine some air before you serve it in order to appreciate the entire range of its dense aromatics, which flow from delicate tangerine, to peach and on into the mineral end of the spectrum. The palate is juicy, with an energizing tension between the nervy acidity and delicate sweetness. Finishes long, with a slate undertow. Try with cod in a miso sauce.",Bernkasteler Lay Kabinett,25,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Bernkasteler Lay Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-bernkasteler-lay-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen 14.2,Red,US,"A nice example of the '08 Pinots, just coming out, and the price is fair for a wine of this quality. Dry and silky, it shows good varietal flavors of cherries, cola, chocolate, sweet pomegranates and smoky oak, with a long, rich finish. Drink now.",Estate Bottled,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2008 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2008-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hook & Ladder ,Dessert,France,"Deep gold in color, a big, generous and opulent wine. It has rich yellow and tropical fruits and layers of botrytis, emphasizing power. Luckily, the acidity is also there to freshen the finish.",,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe Guignard 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-guignard-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Lamothe Guignard 14,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of cigarbox, black fruit and spice are followed by blackberry, plum and pepper on the palate. Clean flavors, balanced tannins and minerality, and an overall easy-to-drink character recommend the blend. Pair with roasted meats, stews.",Signal Rock,35,90,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2007 Signal Rock Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2007-signal-rock-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2007,DeWaal 14.5,Red,US,"As with most of Oregon's 2006 Pinots, this shows more grip and fullness than the winery's '07. There's a strong smoky character, presumably from barrel toast, and a thick and chewy midpalate of mixed berries and tart cherry fruit. The acids stick out a bit, but the dominant flavor is cherry, with a spicy herbal edge.",Evenstad Reserve,58,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2006 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2006-evenstad-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Serene 14.5,White,France,"A fascinating—and unusual—blend of Sauvignon Gris and Sémillon, this wine is full of ripe, seriously opulent fruit, with peach and mango dominant. It is fleshed out with intense perfumes, rich fruit skins and kiwi fruit freshness.",Château Haut Mouleyre,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Bernard Magrez 2006 Château Haut Mouleyre (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2006-chateau-haut-mouleyre-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Bernard Magrez 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a beautiful sparkling wine with well-integrated aromas of citrus, stone fruit and toasted bread. The wine is luminous and soft with foamy perlage and elegant smoothness in the mouth. Its fruit flavors endure many long minutes.",Cuvée Brut,,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-112917/,Sparkling Blend,,Bellavista 15,Red,Spain,"A fuller, more minty and deep Garnacha than Hughes' Lot 129. This has standup, standout aromas followed by deep berry fruit flavors. It has plenty of body but keeps its balance, and the finish is thick and strong. A little rugged but really good by regional standards.",Lot 128,15,90,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 128 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-128-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2007,Cameron Hughes 13,Sparkling,Italy,"From the 2004 vintage, this Cuvée sparkling wine (80-20 Chardonnay and Pinot Nero) offers sophisticated aromas of baked bread, butterscotch and molasses. The color boasts a deep golden hue and the mouthfeel shows both impressive density and staying power.",Brut Quvée 15,51,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra 2004 Brut Quvée 15 (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-2004-brut-quvee-15-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Quadra 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes young and jammy now, with perky, tartly sweet flavors of blackberries, cherries and currants. Oak adds smoky complexities that bring to mind mocha, vanilla and buttered toast, with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Somewhat lacking in nuance, with plenty of flash, this Cab should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Collector's Reserve Puerta Dorada Vineyard,120,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Martin Estate 2006 Collector's Reserve Puerta Dorada Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-estate-2006-collectors-reserve-puerta-dorada-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Estate 18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Another impressive Oloroso from Gonzalez Byass. This is a sweet, dark, brooding Sherry with prune and other sweet fruit aromas. The palate is rich but has good flow, while dark flavors of dulce de leche and burnt brown sugar are wonderful. Sweet but balanced by mild coffee-like bitterness on the finish.",Solera 1847 Oloroso Dulce,18,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Solera 1847 Oloroso Dulce Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-solera-1847-oloroso-dulce-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,1847,González Byass 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Sparkling wines like this “Dosaggio Zero” (made from 50-50 Chardonnay and Pinot Nero) show the best of the territory they come from and promise to pair with a long list of foods. This example offers tones of citrus, stone fruit and almond. The wine is never heavy or too dense.",Zero,39,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2005 Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2005-zero-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Contadi Castaldi 13.5,Red,France,"A highly perfumed wine, with enticing aromas. The palate is tougher, unforgiving, the young structure there to support fresh and concentrated fruit. There is a definite wood element, but it is not overdone. For aging 3–4 years.",Prestige,47,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bellerose Figeac 2006 Prestige (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellerose-figeac-2006-prestige-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Bellerose Figeac ,Red,US,"The balance and brightness are immediately apparent, with sweet raspberry and red cherry fruit against some lightly earthy tannins. All in proportion, yet with a bit of extra depth that suggests some ageworthiness. Everything is ripe, but not too ripe, and the acidity feels natural and proportionate.",Corral Creek,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Chehalem 2008 Corral Creek Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-corral-creek-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chehalem 14.5,Red,Spain,"Serious, stately Rioja with key aromas of prune, blackberry and leather. Snappy enough on the palate, with plenty of pop as well as pure berry flavors, smooth tannins, zest and dry vanilla. Some might call it a bit acidic and traditional, but with food it'll do great. Drink now through 2016. Only 250 cases made.",El Belisario,80,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Agrícola Labastida 2004 El Belisario (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-labastida-2004-el-belisario-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Agrícola Labastida 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ca' del Bosco is one of Italy's best producers of sparkling wine and this Brut expression show the deft hands of the staff winemakers. The wine is bright and light, but elegant and enduring at the same time. You'll get honeysuckle, stone fruit and yellow roses.",Brut,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2004 Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2004-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Ca' del Bosco 8.5,White,Germany,"An expressive, extroverted style that still communicates a sense of place. There's loads of dried fruit character here, with apple, nectarine, rose and graham flour flavors that build to a long-lasting finish. Light-bodied, with a spice aftertaste. Drink now or hold five-plus years.",G Kabinett,29,91,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2008 G Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2008-g-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Johannishof 14.4,Red,US,"Not an ager, but lovely and vibrant now. With crisp acidity and an elegantly sleek mouthfeel, it offers ripe flavors of cherries, raspberries, pomegranates and cola, enriched with smoky oak. Gets better as it warms in the glass.",Poinsett Hayley Vineyard,45,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Calicaro 2007 Poinsett Hayley Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2007-poinsett-hayley-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calicaro 13,Red,France,"The dry, hard tannins are very Saint-Estèphe, but the wine bears its weight well, giving good black plum and berry fruits and a dense texture. It has a solid, chunky feel to it, dark and firm. The finish is more fresh and juicy.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Meyney 2007 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meyney-2007-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Meyney 13,Red,France,"Now owned by Château Labégorce-Margaux, this classed growth is beginning to come back to life. With this vintage, perhaps the wood flavor is too much, but the fruit has weight, dark spicy character and solid tannins. Age for 5–6 years for the wood to soften.",,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis d'Alesme 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-dalesme-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Marquis d'Alesme 13,Red,France,"In contrast to the château wine, this reserve from Château Lamothe-Cissac is for aging. It is still firmly tannic, solid and dark with big ripe fruit and spice from the wood. It holds together well, very balanced. Give it five years.",Vieilles Vignes Réserve,30,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Cissac 2005 Vieilles Vignes Réserve (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-cissac-2005-vieilles-vignes-reserve-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Lamothe-Cissac 13,Red,France,"While not strictly part of the Haut-Médoc Château Cambon la Pelouse, this small parcel in Margaux is under the same ownership and vinification. The wine has weight, some solid fruit, with the wood adding polish but not dominating. A well-structured wine for medium-term aging.",L'Aura de Cambon,40,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cambon la Pelouse 2007 L'Aura de Cambon (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cambon-pelouse-2007-laura-de-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cambon la Pelouse 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a sophisticated and spicy sparkling wine from the 2004 vintage that boasts a clean and tonic delivery across the palate. You could easily pair this silky wine with fish or white meat thanks to the incredibly smooth and soft impression it leaves.,Satèn,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2004 Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2004-saten-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Ca' del Bosco 7,White,Germany,"The ‘goldkap,' or ‘gold capsule,' in this wine's designation indicates a riper cuvée than the producer's ordinary spätlese. As expected, the fruit is exuberant and lush with hints of tinned apricots and peach jam. An underlying note of lemon zest enlivens the palate and carries over to the long, flowery finish. There's lots of sweetness here; consider serving on its own.",Hallgartener Jongfer Spätlese Goldkap,43,91,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2008 Hallgartener Jongfer Spätlese Goldkap Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2008-hallgartener-jongfer-spatlese-goldkap-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Prinz ,White,US,"Powerful scents mix dried herb, wet grass and petrol—it could be mistaken for Sauvignon Blanc in a blind tasting, and it has that much density and extract. The label says dry, and it is certainly that, much in the Australian style. Big, concentrated, high acid and quite cellarworthy.",Dry,20,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity Vineyards 2008 Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-vineyards-2008-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Amity Vineyards ,White,US,"This soft and seductive wine is reminiscent of a good Chassagne-Montrachet from a relatively warm year. It has the same ripe, lightly tropical fruit, inflected with citrus and buoyed by firm acidity. The use of oak is restrained, the balance perfect, and the finish long and satisfying.",Cuvée Forêts Diverses,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2007 Cuvée Forêts Diverses Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2007-cuvee-forets-diverses-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Hamacher ,Red,US,"Bold and striking aromas of mushroom, seaweed and organic funk set this apart from the other Ken Wright vineyard designates. There's plenty of tart, tangy cherry fruit also, though it seems to hit a wall, perhaps due to the recent bottling. This is a wine that could score even higher with additional bottle age.",Meredith Mitchell Vineyard,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Ken Wright 2008 Meredith Mitchell Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-meredith-mitchell-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright ,Red,US,"This is a delight—a supple, polished, ripe and full-throttle Pinot Noir offered at a mid-1990s price. Winemaker Aron Hess keeps the alcohol at 13.5%, the oak a moderate 20% new, and the earthy underpinnings gracefully in check. Lush purple and blue fruits are lightly licked with chocolate; the result is a very satisfying mouthful of wine.",Lia's Vineyard,24,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Longplay 2008 Lia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longplay-2008-lias-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Longplay ,Red,New Zealand,"The best of this year's crop of Saint Clair Pinots is the Pioneer Block 4, which boasts dark and mysterious aromas of damp earth and ripe plums. It's full bodied and creamy in texture, with hints of mocha emerging on the supple finish. Drink now–2015.",Pioneer Block 4 Sawcut,27,91,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2008 Pioneer Block 4 Sawcut Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2008-pioneer-block-4-sawcut-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Saint Clair 15,Red,Spain,"Deep purple in color, with roasted, rubbery aromas of wild blackberry. Thick, lush and rich in the mouth, with mellow tannins (for a Priorat wine) and big, broad flavors of plum, blackberry and herbs. Smooth on the finish, with black tea notes and leftover oak. Has a lot going for it; drink now through 2012.",Cartoixa,52,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Scala Dei 2005 Cartoixa Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scala-2005-cartoixa-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2005,Scala Dei 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a nice mineral vein that helps keep this wine focused. Beyond that, you'll taste fresh fruit and some distance notes of roasted almond and sourdough. The mouthfeel is clean and crisp and the bubbles are soft and creamy.",Soul Satèn,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2001 Soul Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2001-soul-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2001,Contadi Castaldi 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dense and heavy, and maybe a touch dull on the nose in terms of fruit aromas. But once it hits the palate the wine shines with intense black fruit, sugar beet and chocolate flavors. The finish is toasty and warm, with saturation and texture. Almost over the edge as far as ripeness, but not quite. Drink now through 2012.",Vendimia Seleccionada,59,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2005 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2005-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,García Figuero 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a medium-dry Riesling with plenty of weight and richness, but also wonderfully perfumed aromatics of citrus blossom. Lime and green apple fruit carries the palate, and finishes long, with an almost tactile sense of minerality.",,21,91,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2009 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2009-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2009,Spy Valley 12.5,Red,France,"Big, rich, dusty tannins and black plum fruits are built on a firm layer of wood. There is a fresh mint character as well, giving the wine a polished and spicy feel. With the wood and the acidity, this needs aging: 3–4 years and more.",Réserve,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2006 Réserve (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2006-reserve-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Haut Selve 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Gibbston is the coolest of Central Otago's subregions, and this wine reflects that in its delicate floral and herbal notes, even a touch of rhubarb. But there's also ample cherry fruit and a wonderfully lacy, silky texture. Long and crisp on the finish. Best from 2012–2018.",Gibbston Vineyard,55,91,Central Otago,,,Valli 2008 Gibbston Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valli-2008-gibbston-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Valli ,White,US,"As classy a bottle as you might expect from veteran winemaker Laurent Montalieu. Once again the fruit is crystal clear, setting up fresh pear, green apple and pink grapefruit flavors against crisp, juicy acidity. The finish is lively and spicy.",,20,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Soléna 2008 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,Soléna 14,Red,Spain,"A genuinely attractive, well-made old vines red with earthy, minerally aromas along with violet petal and blackberry. The palate has a fine feel to it, depth and complexity, while flavors of dry berry and baking spices work wonders. Dry, pure and long on the finish, and really quite excellent for a vino de tierra. Drink now through 2014.",Dominus Gran Selección Viñedos Viejos,50,91,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Yllera 2004 Dominus Gran Selección Viñedos Viejos Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yllera-2004-dominus-gran-seleccion-vinedos-viejos-tempranillo-blend-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Yllera 17.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"A smooth and coaxing Sherry with almond and dried fruit aromas that lead perfectly to toffee and almond flavors. There's more dryness than fruit here, with peanut brittle accents and then a long, smoky finish that doesn't lose focus. Graceful Oloroso, with a nice individual character.",Cristina Oloroso Abacado,18,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Cristina Oloroso Abacado Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-cristina-oloroso-abacado-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,González Byass 14.5,Red,US,"Serious Cabernet, rich and complex and full bodied, made from Knights Valley and Alexander Valley fruit, with a few grapes from Atlas Peak and Mount Veeder. Dense and tannic now, but high toned, with waves of black currants, black cherries and oak. A good price for a Cabernet of this quality. Drink now–2012.",Grand Reserve,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kendall-Jackson 14,Red,New Zealand,"Supple but structured, this is only the third vintage for Felton Road's Cornish Point Pinot and it is really starting to hit its stride. Touches of hickory smoke and mocha accent the dark plum and savory fruit, finishing long, spicy and with a note of brown-sugar sweetness.",Cornish Point,65,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2008 Cornish Point Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2008-cornish-point-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Felton Road 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut expression from northern Italy boasts elegant aromas of honeysuckle, stone fruit, spice and crushed almonds. The wine is clean and smooth with creamy effervescence that sits tight over the palate.",Gran Cuvée Brut,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2004 Gran Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2004-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-112919/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Bellavista 7.5,White,Germany,This wine is a shining example of the glorious minerality that singles out Mosel Riesling. The nose shows really appealing pear and gardenia scents overlaying wet stone notes. The mouthwatering acidity wakes up your palate and is in perfect balance with the substantial residual sugar. Drink now (with sushi) or hold five or more years for even more complexity.,Erdener Treppchen Spätlese,30,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen ,White,US,"Still quite young yet unmistakably lush, this bottling immediately shows fresh apples, white peach and plenty of new oak from 100% barrel fermentation. The lip-smacking acidity keeps fruit and oak in balance; all that is needed is a bit more bottle age. Decant it if you plan to drink it immediately.",Caitlin's Reserve,40,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2008 Caitlin's Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-caitlins-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Adelsheim ,Red,US,"Tart, tangy, and herbal, this juicy wine mixes cranberry and strawberry fruit with tomato leaf, herb and peppery spice. If new oak barrels were used, they are not showing themselves at the moment. But the balance, length and detail are delightful.",Gestalt Block,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Brittan Vineyards 2007 Gestalt Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brittan-2007-gestalt-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brittan Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"There is a strong layer of new wood here, serving to give structure to the rich berry fruits. Plum juice and black coffee round out the dryness, but the texture is still young, needing four years aging.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château le Prieuré 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-prieure-2006-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château le Prieuré ,Red,US,"Powerful vanilla scents rise from the glass, but the fruit, even in this difficult vintage, comes out immediately. It's tart and sharp, with a strong herbal component, and the wine snaps into focus quickly with fruit, acid, tannin, herb and vanilla in equal proportion. Firm and tight, still quite young, this wine needs decanting and/or further bottle age to show its best.",Seven Springs Vineyard,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Evening Land 2007 Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2007-seven-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Evening Land ,Red,US,"Bella Vetta's 2005 was very good. This 2006 is easily on a par. It's a ripe, plush wine, filled with blackberry, currant and sweet oak flavors with a savory tease of leather that may be a touch of brett, but it acts as a spice. And look how modern techniques have tamed those fierce Howell Mountain tannins. The mouthfeel is sheer velvet.",Ami's Vineyard,29,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bella Vetta 2006 Ami's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-vetta-2006-amis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bella Vetta 14.7,Red,US,"Typical of a young, fine Petite Sirah, this bottle is too tannic and unintegrated to drink now. But it has a gigantic heart of blackberries, currants, chocolate, anise, leather and cedar, and should have no problem developing in the bottle over the next decade. Hold until after 2011.",,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tres Sabores 2006 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2006-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Tres Sabores 13,Red,New Zealand,"Intriguingly floral and savory upfront, this delicate wine then adds a deep base of ripe cherries that expand effortlessly across the palate, giving an impression of fullness without weight, suppleness without being soft. Finishes long, with a great deal of complexity.",Waitaki Vineyard,55,91,Central Otago,,,Valli 2008 Waitaki Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valli-2008-waitaki-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Valli 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an intense and austere sparkling wine with persistent perlage and deep aromas of toast, roasted nut, honey, stone fruit and butterscotch. You'll also get a playful hint of chopped herbs that add buoyancy to the wine's thick, solid mouthfeel.",Brut Riserva,60,91,,Trento,,Methius 2004 Brut Riserva Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methius-2004-brut-riserva-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Methius 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A terrific Pinot Noir value, Stonecrop's 2008 exhibits smoky, cedary aromas, but balances the oak with a solid foundation of cherry fruit and savory, mushroomy complexity. It's full bodied yet elegant, with a meaty finish. Drink now–2013.",,24,91,Martinborough,,,Stonecrop 2008 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecrop-2008-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stonecrop ,Red,US,"The vineyard name is a combination of the two prevalent soil types, Nekia and WillaKenzie. Along with sweet cherry fruit comes a defining minerality—a streak of iron running through the heart of the wine. Balanced nicely, with gentle acidity and sculpted tannins. In the finish you pick up an elegant streak of green tea.",Willakia Vineyard,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Soléna 2006 Willakia Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2006-willakia-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Soléna 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This wine is a result of careful winemaking in which both oak barrel and aging on the lees is used to render a rounder, creamier feel in the mouth. The excellent 2004 vintage adds fresh notes of apricot and stone fruit to the overall complexity of the nose.",Satèn Millesimato Brut,36,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle 2004 Satèn Millesimato Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-2004-saten-millesimato-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2004,La Valle ,Red,US,"Though it seems quite light on first impression, that is a bit deceptive. The biodynamic grapes show a muted earthiness, while over time the cranberry and raspberry flavors gain focus and concentration in the mouth. A graceful, nicely proportioned wine, with some stem and grip to the tannins.",Momtazi Vineyard,40,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Kelley Fox 2007 Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelley-fox-2007-momtazi-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kelley Fox 15.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Rich, dense and syrupy, but also showing touches of mint and leather on the nose. Quite sticky in the mouth, but with lovely toffee and mocha flavors that set up a finish that runs on and on. Impressive depth of flavor, nice overall balance and a mix of complexity and flat-out richness make this PX a winner.",Nectar Dulce,18,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Nectar Dulce Pedro Ximénez (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-nectar-dulce-sherry-pedro-ximenez-jerez/,Pedro Ximénez,,González Byass 13,Red,New Zealand,"Dry River's 2007 Pinot Noir reveals a slight herbal tinge to its dark fruit aromas and flavors, but it's a nuance that adds complexity and should develop into hints of tea and spice with additional bottle age. As always, it's not overly big or richly textured, but it is concentrated and intense. Drink 2012–2020.",,90,91,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2007 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2007-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Dry River 14.2,Red,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this is a good, smooth wine that shows its Napa origins in the ripeness of fruit and classy tannins. Floods the mouth with blackberries and oak. There's a certain sharpness that cuts through the richness and lasts through the finish, which may limit ageability, so drink soon.",Trilogy,65,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2007 Trilogy Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2007-trilogy-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Flora Springs 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ferrari's Brut Perlé (made with 100% Chardonnay) offers soft, foamy perlage that enhances a sense of softness and fullness on the palate. Crisp and tonic, it drinks very well but it leaves enough body and persistency to fuel a long finish.",Brut Perlé,32,91,,Trento,,Ferrari 2004 Brut Perlé Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-2004-brut-perle-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2004,Ferrari 14,Red,New Zealand,"There's a slightly floral, stemmy note to this wine, which accents its bold, almost sweetly fruity nature. Red and black cherries mix on the attack, becoming more spicy and savory toward the back of the palate. Tannins are silky, while the finish picks up hints of mocha. Drink now–2015.",Calvert,65,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2008 Calvert Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2008-calvert-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Felton Road 13.5,Red,France,"A richly perfumed wine, with delicious flavors of raisins, dried plums and sweet tannins. It is an opulent wine, the acidity keeping a watchful eye over the ripeness. It is ready to drink now.",,25,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Andron Blanquet 2003 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-andron-blanquet-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Andron Blanquet 14.7,Red,US,"This opens with a very pretty nose—scents of clay, mineral, blueberry, cassis and a whiff of rather high-toned volatility. In the mouth the barrel flavors bring dusty cocoa and chocolate. A full-bodied wine, still young, sharp and edgy. Best to give it a few more years in the cellar, to smooth out some of the rawness.",Jerusalem Hill,75,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2006 Jerusalem Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2006-jerusalem-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Serene 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Vittorio Moretti Extra Brut is an elegant sparkler with aromas of apricot, stone fruit and yellow candy. The wine is creamy and tight in the mouth with long-lasting flavors of butterscotch and toasted nuts. Pair it with elegant fish recipes like buttered sole with garden potatoes.",Vittorio Moretti Extra Brut,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2002 Vittorio Moretti Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2002-vittorio-moretti-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Bellavista 14.1,White,US,"A very fine wine that strikes just the right balance in a white Bordeaux-style wine. It's fruity in the California style, with ripe citrus, apple and peach flavors. The richness is balanced with zesty acidity, and there's a dry, steely minerality that makes it particularly savory.",SETA,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2008 SETA Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2008-seta-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Signorello 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Assertive and intense with a dark cocoa, black cherry and violet nose, this wine is smooth, dark and mysterious. Black fruit, warming spice and a touch of tobacco unfold on the palate, and the finish is lush and lingering. An elegant, sultry wine with aging potential.",,40,92,Stellenbosch,,,Muratie 2007 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muratie-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2007,Muratie 7.5,White,Germany,"Truly stunning, this white starts out with subtle talcum powder and gravel notes, then adds intense perfume and peaches in the mouth. There's a finely tuned balance and good length. Exceptional harmony and intensity suggest it will improve for 15 years or more.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spätlese,30,92,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor ,Dessert,France,"There are big flavors of botrytis here, giving a wine with power and concentration. The texture is muscular, tightness surrounding botrytis and layering with pineapple acidity and apricots.",,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rabaud-Promis 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rabaud-promis-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Rabaud-Promis 13.5,Red,France,"A rustic wine, with definite barnyard flavors. The fruit has some smoky extract, but the tannins and old wood tastes intrude too much.",Prestige,19,92,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château les Tonnelles 2005 Prestige (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tonnelles-2005-prestige-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château les Tonnelles 13.5,Red,France,"Dark in color, this wine has sold tannins over rich mint and black plum fruits. The structure is firm, but the whole wine has enough richness to sustain the dry core and to offer 4–5 years aging.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Garde 2005 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-garde-2005-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Garde 13.5,Red,France,"Fine ripe flavors, combine elegance with rich, opulent Merlot fruits. There is a strong jelly element here in the sweet fruit, but there are also tannins and a firm, dry texture. The final fruit is black, intense.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2006 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2006-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Vray Croix de Gay 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a complex and sophisticated sparkler with beautiful aromas of stone fruit, freshly baked bread, pressed flowers and crushed white pepper. The wine tastes rich and thick in the mouth and ends with piquant effervescence.",Gran Cuvée Pas Operé Extra Brut,,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2003 Gran Cuvée Pas Operé Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2003-gran-cuvee-pas-opere-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Bellavista 13.8,Red,US,"A beautiful Zin, dry and spicy. Shows lush, intricate flavors of blackberries, black raspberries, anise, pepper, cola and cedar. A very fine interpretation of a dusty Sonoma Zinfandel.",Branham Rockpile Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Hobo 2008 Branham Rockpile Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2008-branham-rockpile-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2008,Hobo 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There are impressive aromas here of stone and passion fruits, dried herbs and thick, nutty overtones at the back. The acidity is refreshing and cool but the wine also boasts solid, firm structure. Try this sparkler with smoked salmon canapés.",Gran Cuvée Satèn,,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Gran Cuvée Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-gran-cuvee-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta-112918/,Chardonnay,,Bellavista 14.6,Red,US,"A big, bold and beautiful Cabernet. Will appeal to those who like the California style, although Bordeauxphiles will find it too ripe and fruity. Brims with blackberries, black cherries, currants, licorice and sweet toasted oak, wrapped into firm, mountain tannins. Now–2014.",,65,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Barnett 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Barnett 13.5,Red,France,"This is powerful, a fine expression of the richness of 2005. Dense and dusty tannins fit in the structure of ripe, black plums and currants. It has just the right amount of acidity to keep fresh among all this richness.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Coutet 2005 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2005-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Coutet ,Red,US,"The private project of veteran winemaker Robert Brittan, the limited-production wines under his own label are treasures. This is his inaugural release. Both fruit ripeness and meaty depth are here in abundance, with a complex mix of tree fruits and stone fruits, streaks of earth and a fine layering of chocolate. This is a wine you excavate as much as drink; it's full of surprises.",Basalt Block,45,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Brittan Vineyards 2006 Basalt Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brittan-2006-basalt-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Brittan Vineyards 12,Dessert,US,"This is a late-harvest dessert wine blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc. It's very rich and very sweet and very easy to like. Backed up with firm acidity, it shows extraordinarily ripe flavors of pineapples, apricots, oranges, honey, crème brûlée, vanilla bean, buttered toast and cinnamon spices.",Botricelli,40,92,California,California Other,California,Miraflores 2006 Botricelli Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2006-botricelli-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Miraflores 14.4,Red,US,"New oak dominates this young wine, with vanilla-accented buttered toast and smoky aromas. Underneath the wood are strong, complex flavors of raspberries, cherries, licorice, cola and Asian spices. With fine tannins and acidity, it seems to be a natural for the cellar. Hold until after 2011.",Flax Vineyard,54,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2007 Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-flax-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards 14.5,Red,US,"Doesn't have quite the sheer ravishing power of the winery's Trace Ridge Cabernet, but this Cab-based Bordeaux blend is nuanced and possibly more complex and Bordeaux-like. The flavors are of currants, blackberries, cherries, anise and cedar, aged in 78% new French oak. Give it until 2011 to mellow.",Highlands Estates Trace Ridge,75,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Highlands Estates Trace Ridge Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-highlands-estates-trace-ridge-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Merlot, actually one of the best ones out there now. Shows a brilliant Napa structure, with refined tannins housing red cherry, red currant, cola and cedar flavors nicely grounded with a touch of fine herbs and violets. A lovely, gentler alternative to Cabernet with a fine steak.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madorom 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madorom-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Madorom 14,Red,New Zealand,"Lifted cherry and floral aromatics carry with them a hint of barrel char in this medium-bodied, elegantly styled blend of 51% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petit Verdot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 9% Malbec. It's admirably supple and harmonious from start to finish. Drink now–2015.",The Gimblett,,92,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 2007 The Gimblett Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-2007-the-gimblett-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Trinity Hill 14.5,Red,Spain,"Teso la Monja is the new Toro winery from the Eguren family of Rioja fame (former owners of Numanthia-Termes in Toro), and it's proof that no beat has been missed since they sold out to Moët Hennessy. Expect dark, intense black fruit aromas and flavors mixed with heat, tannin, cola and spice. Some oak creeps out on the finish, but overall this is a lovely, bullish Toro. Drink now through 2014.",Almirez,22,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2007 Almirez (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2007-almirez-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Teso La Monja 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the distant 2004 vintage, this pink and peach-colored sparkler offers yeasty tones of freshly baked bread and subtle notes of red berries and apricot. The wine is tonic and firm in the mouth with a creamy, foamy aftertaste. Beautiful and delicate.",Perlé Rosé Brut,60,92,,Trento,,Ferrari 2004 Perlé Rosé Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-2004-perle-rose-brut-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Ferrari 13.5,Red,US,"Peju's regular Cab Franc, released a year ago, was immediately drinkable. This reserve, with a tiny case production, is denser and more tannic, but shows the same charm. It's a fat, fleshy wine, with luscious black cherry tart, cola and caramelized oak flavors. Fine now, and should develop for 5–7 years.",Reserve Estate Bottled,95,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2006 Reserve Estate Bottled Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2006-reserve-estate-bottled-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Peju 13.5,White,Germany,"A stunning expression of place, very mineral but with enough juicy stone fruit nuances to be immediately likeable. It's tight and focused, showing excellent balance and a long, perfumed finish. Drink now (think sushi) or stash away for five or more years for a more laid-back style.",Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Spätlese,,92,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2008 Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2008-rudesheim-berg-rottland-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Johannishof ,Red,US,"Laurent and Danielle Montalieu acquired this high-profile vineyard in 2007; this is the first Hyland release under their Soléna label. It's a beautiful Pinot, with the elegance of Burgundy and the freshness of New World grapes. Fermentation in rotary barrels (for color extraction and tannin management) yields a silky, perfumed, feminine wine that penetrates subtly and lingers gracefully.",Hyland Vineyard,45,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Soléna 2007 Hyland Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2007-hyland-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Soléna 18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Rich and pruney, with bold, reduced black fruit aromas along with chocolate and spice. Compact and delicious in the mouth, with caramel, black coffee and other yummy, unctuous flavors. So thick it pours like motor oil, thus feel free to drink it like a wine or pour it on vanilla ice cream as you might a syrup.",Don Guido Aged 20 Years Rare Old Sweet,50,92,Andalucia,Jerez,,Williams & Humbert NV Don Guido Aged 20 Years Rare Old Sweet Pedro Ximénez (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-humbert-nv-don-guido-aged-20-years-rare-old-sweet-sherry-pedro-ximenez-jerez/,Pedro Ximénez,,Williams & Humbert 14.5,Red,US,"Harrison's Cabernet is a bit hard in youth, marked by strong tannins that make for an astringent mouthfeel. It's also somewhat linear in varietal flavor, with ripe black currants and blackberries and a certain minerality. Not drinkable now, but all indications are for a good future. Better after 2012.",Estate Bottled,50,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,William Harrison 2006 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-harrison-2006-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,William Harrison 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the 2004 vintage, this wine's age and sophistication shows in the form of butterscotch, caramel, toasted bread, apricot and dried fruit. There is piquant spice on the close with elements of clove and white pepper (the blend here is 70-30 Chardonnay and Pinot Nero).",Cabochon Brut,55,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa 2004 Cabochon Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-2004-cabochon-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Monte Rossa 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a genuine and straightforward rosé sparkler with bright berry aromas followed by citrus, pink grapefruit and passionfruit. The wine is tight and tonic in the mouth and would pair nicely with smoked salmon or tuna carpaccio.",Essence Rosé,45,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta NV Essence Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-nv-essence-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Antica Fratta 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Smoky, savory notes start this rich red blend from Spier. On the palate, vanilla, black fruit and spice flavors are delivered in a structured, layered package. Good weight and mouthfeel with a lingering cocoa and tobacco finish.",Vintage Selection Malbec-Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot,18,89,Coastal Region,,,Spier 2006 Vintage Selection Malbec-Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2006-vintage-selection-malbec-cabernet-franc-petit-verdot-red-coastal-region/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Spier ,Red,New Zealand,"This bright, cherry-laden Syrah features a fairly strong peppery component, but otherwise doesn't show that much in the way of complexity. It's endowed with soft tannins and a forward, round style that makes it easy to drink over the near term.",Bullnose,,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Mata 2008 Bullnose Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-mata-2008-bullnose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2008,Te Mata 14.3,White,US,"Oak sticks out on this Chardonnay, with the aroma and flavor of buttered white toast dominating. But there comes an immediate rush of pineapples, limes and peaches, giving the wine a good balance of wood and fruit, and it's very dry and crisp. At its best now, but don't serve too cold.",Estate Reserve,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2008 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2008-estate-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Artesa 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Mionetto's Mo Cartizze is a delicate and feminine wine with light dashes of peach, melon and Golden Delicious apple spread throughout the bouquet. This is an extremely fresh and tasty wine that would pair with crab cakes.",Linea Mo Cartizze Dry,34,88,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Mionetto NV Linea Mo Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-linea-mo-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Mionetto 13,Sparkling,Italy,Here's an easygoing Franciacorta rosé sparkling wine with a bright pink color and spicy notes of white pepper and toasted almonds. The wine would make a great aperitivo choice or could pair with white meat with buttery vegetables thanks to the natural acidity.,Brut Rosé Millesimato,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Le Marchesine 2005 Brut Rosé Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marchesine-2005-brut-rose-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Le Marchesine 8.5,White,Germany,"On the subtle side for a Mosel Riesling, with shy aromas of melon and peach and a stony character in the mouth. This one is likely to be more expressive after a few years in the cellar.",Leiwener Klostergarten Kabinett,20,88,Mosel,,,Josef Rosch 2008 Leiwener Klostergarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-rosch-2008-leiwener-klostergarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Josef Rosch 13.5,Red,New Zealand,This is a medium- to full-bodied Pinot with plenty of concentration and ripeness. You get ripe black cherries upfront and all the way through the long finish—the only thing this wine really needs is more complexity. Pretty good value.,Boulder Bank,20,88,Marlborough,,,Nick Goldschmidt 2008 Boulder Bank Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nick-goldschmidt-2008-boulder-bank-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Nick Goldschmidt 14,Red,Spain,"Coconut and vanilla aromas ride front and center on the oaky nose, although berry fruit rises up with time. The palate is bulky and saturated, almost what you'd call thick, while the flavors lean toward roasted berry, plum and woodspice. Vanilla and additional wood accents work the finish.",Reserva,23,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Oriza 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-oriza-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Condado de Oriza 14.5,Red,Australia,"Plum, raspberry and prune aromas are set against lower tones of campfire smoke and earth while the juicy palate is wrapped in a coat of silky tannins. The short-to-medium finish turns almost tart at the end. Better after 2010.",Consonance,29,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coates 2006 Consonance Syrah-Cabernet (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coates-2006-consonance-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-mclaren-vale/,Syrah-Cabernet,2006,Coates ,Red,US,"For a reserve, this seems surprisingly light, attenuated and acidic. The cranberry/strawberry fruit, of modest weight and depth, offers barely a hint of the 100% new French oak—just a faint flavor of hazelnuts and milk chocolate.",Reserve,55,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Methven Family Vineyards 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a subdued, elegant and feminine sparkler with a neutral, mineral-driven nose and a creamy, generous mouthfeel. Peachy fruit flavors appear in the mouth and leaving a lasting, sweet aftertaste.",Cartizze Dry,30,87,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Merotto NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-nv-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Merotto 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This medium-weight, supple Pinot Noir is a bit oak-driven, but still attractive. Fleshy dark cherry fruit is framed by scents of coffee and vanilla, finishing with more of the same. Drink now–2011.",Estate Series,24,87,Central Otago,,,Matua Valley 2008 Estate Series Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2008-estate-series-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Matua Valley 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Masottina offers widely available Proseccos with an easy, informal approach and a good eye to quality. This Extra Dry expression is not too intense but it does offer cheerful, light tones of white flowers and stone fruit.",Extra Dry,24,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Masottina NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Masottina ,Red,US,"A whiff of leather to open, followed by plenty of cranberry and cherry fruit, balanced and medium bodied. Mocha and cola streaks run into ripe tannins.",Stoller Vineyard,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Verve 2007 Stoller Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2007-stoller-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Verve 13.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly dry and leafy on the nose, but with beef jerky, cola and mild raisin aromas. The palate is forward, with controlled heat and tannin along with cola, berry and mushroom flavors. Honest in a traditional way, with a long finish that shows a touch of sweet brown sugar. Drink now.",,60,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rento 2002 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rento-2002-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Rento ,Red,US,"The alcohol comes in just under 14%, but the wine tastes a little harsh and the tannins hint at green tea flavors. The fruit is subdued, dark, a little smoky, peppery and very herbal. This definitely needs to be decanted.",Yamhill Cuvée,42,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2007 Yamhill Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2007-yamhill-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Serene ,White,US,"This feels just a little bit thin, with a yeasty/beery character. Highlights of lemon oil and orange peel ripple through, into a finish with a suggestion of heat. Further bottle age might improve the score.",Clos du Soleil,45,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Serene 2007 Clos du Soleil Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2007-clos-soleil-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Serene 13,Red,New Zealand,"This is a pretty, delicately perfumed Pinot Noir, with elegantly intertwined cherry and herb notes. It's light to medium in body, with a finish that shows just a touch of sinewy intensity. Drink it over the next year or so.",,18,87,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dashwood 13.5,Red,US,"Feels old-fashioned in the dry, rugged tannins and herb-infused blackberry and currant flavors. Good, but curiously one-dimensional, which leads to the question of ageability. Hard to tell. Try after 2012.",,100,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silver Oak 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-oak-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Silver Oak 14.5,Red,Spain,"Not even El Bosque could escape the difficulties of the cool, extended 2007 vintage. While typically dark and bulky on the nose, it's also dull by Bosque standards, with oaky mocha and coffee stepping in as filler. The body is drawn and tannic, with oak, resin and dark berry flavors. Finishes resiny as well. By no means bad, but given Bosque's precedent it's not stellar.",Finca El Bosque,163,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Finca El Bosque (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-finca-el-bosque-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Sierra Cantabria 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Cuvée di Boj offers distinctively herbal characteristics such as cut grass and dried basil leaf. The mouthfeel is smooth and creamy and there's a touch of sweetness here that adds to the overall softness of this cheerful sparkling wine.,Cuvée di Boj,15,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Valdo NV Cuvée di Boj (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdo-nv-cuvee-boj-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Valdo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a vintage Extra Dry Prosecco with a tonic, firm feel in the mouth and pretty aromas of honeysuckle, jasmine, lemon blossom and peach. The bubbling is foamy and smooth and there's just the right level of acidity on the close.",Millesimato Extra Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Val d'Oca 2009 Millesimato Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-2009-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Val d'Oca 15.8,Red,US,Pushes Zinfandel to the limit of balance. The alcohol is nearly 16%. The tannins are hard. The blackberry and currant flavors wander into raisins. Yet on the plus side is extreme dryness and a certain complexity and curiosity value.,Reserve,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2007 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2007-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Rock Wall ,Red,US,"Sturdy and clean, this is a good, near-term, go-to Pinot Noir. It's got light berry and pomegranate fruit, tart acids, spicy herb highlights and firm tannins. All the fruit flavor is front-loaded.",,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,RouteStock 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,RouteStock 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Vincenzo Toffoli's Exra Dry Prosecco (a style that is slightly sweeter than Brut) delivers thick, frothy effervescence with aromatic highlights that include passion fruit, mango and creamy lemon-lime.",Extra Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Toffoli NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toffoli-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Toffoli 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a light and brilliantly crystalline Prosecco Brut with subtle aromas of mineral, white flowers and stone fruit. The easy bubbly—made by a sisters-only team—closes with a playful touch of bitter almond.",Brut,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sorelle Bronca NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-bronca-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Sorelle Bronca 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,There is a particularly attractive mineral vein here that appears prominently on the nose. This sparkling wine gains heft and structure in the mouth thanks to the plump fruit and fragrant floral tones to follow.,Brut,12,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Manzane NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-manzane-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Le Manzane 13.5,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet, dry and full bodied, that shows the structure and flavors of more expensive bottlings. Rich in blackberries, currants and cedar, with hints of coffee and toffee and a touch of new oak.",Vintner's Reserve,20,87,California,North Coast,Sonoma-Napa-Mendocino,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma-Napa-Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-sonoma-napa-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kendall-Jackson ,Red,US,"This reserve is the best of Kason's 2007 releases, with cranberry fruit, minty spice, moderate tannins and overall balance. The thinness of the vintage shows through, and this will need to be drunk now, rather than cellared. Aging in 80% new French oak puts some toast into the finish.",Estate Reserve,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kason 2007 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kason-2007-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kason 13,White,Australia,"Exotic and quite Asian in its expression, with yuzu, lemongrass and Thai spices upfront, followed by lanolin and wax flavors that carry over to the crisp finish. A good complement for mussels. Drinking well now but will hold several years.",Old Vine,22,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kaesler 2007 Old Vine Semillon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaesler-2007-old-vine-semillon-semillon-barossa-valley/,Sémillon,2007,Kaesler 12.5,White,France,"Dense and flavorful, with decadent tones of honey, honeysuckle, baked apples and pear tart. The palate is concentrated and fairly dry, though a bit lacking in fruit. Try with roast pork. Drink now.",Mise du Printemps,22,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2006 Mise du Printemps Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2006-mise-printemps-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2006,Josmeyer 13.5,White,France,"Moroccan spice, coriander seeds and wet stones make for an alluring approach, while the palate shows good concentration, firm acidity and winds up on a lingering walnut note. Great choice for grilled fish. Drink now.",La Fontaine Aux Enfants,30,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 La Fontaine Aux Enfants Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-fontaine-aux-enfants-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 12.5,Red,France,"A firm but fresh wine, the black currant fruit flavors right to the fore. Tannins are solid, dry, but fit well with the fruit profile. There is final fresh acidity.",Château la Couronne,24,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Château la Couronne (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-chateau-couronne-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse 14.3,Red,US,"A good, rich, dry wine with fancy Napa tannins and enough fruity flavor to please. It's a bit jammy in blackberries and cherries, with a sweet oak overlay that brings notes of toast and woodspice.",Camouflage,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madorom 2007 Camouflage Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madorom-2007-camouflage-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Madorom 14.8,Red,US,"Shows the dryness and crispness you want in a fine coastal Pinot Noir, with good flavors of cherries, cola, pomegranate juice and sandalwood. Feels a bit ragged in the mouth, with some sharpness, and probably won't age, so drink now.",,32,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,M. Autumn 2006 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-autumn-2006-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2006,M. Autumn 14.5,Red,Australia,This blend of 66% Shiraz and 34% Cabernet Sauvignon has an appealing green pepper edge that provides a lift to the intense berry and toast notes that float on a soft carpet of tannins. Solid length and definition. Drink now or hold a few years for more complexity.,Red Bucket,15,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Longview 2007 Red Bucket Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2007-red-bucket-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Longview 13.5,White,Australia,"Lean and tightly-wound with aromas of green beans, kiwi and grapefruit, followed by flavors of white flowers, cumin and lemon. Finishes clean and green. Try with shrimp. Drink now.",,13,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2008-sauvignon-blanc-victoria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Taltarni 14.5,White,Australia,"Now in its maturity, the 2006 Tahbilk Viognier shows developed notes of roses, herbal tea and grain while still evincing a youthful expression of fresh pine needles. It's concentrated, broad and viscous with a medium, hay-flavored finish. Drink now.",,14,87,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2006 Viognier (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2006-viognier-nagambie-lakes/,Viognier,2006,Tahbilk 14,Red,Spain,"Round and generally attractive, with raisiny richness that emerges with airing. The palate is more snappy and acidic than the nose might suggest, with herbal raspberry flavors. That same acidity lifts the finish, and overall the wine is fresh, racy and not that complex.",Reserva,25,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Pradorey 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a gorgeous Brut Prosecco with generous tones of stone fruit and white mineral. The frothy foaming helps render a sensation of fullness and plumpness that you'll really enjoy with cheese and artichoke dip.,Matiù Brut,20,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,L'Antica Quercia NV Matiù Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-quercia-nv-matiu-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,L'Antica Quercia 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This friendly Brut Prosecco from La Tordera offers delicate notes of white flowers and drying mineral although you will also detect fruity aromas of peach and citrus. It is soft and crisp in the mouth with an elegantly light consistency.,Otreval Brut,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Tordera NV Otreval Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tordera-nv-otreval-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,La Tordera 13.5,Red,Australia,"Fruit-forward and rich in texture, with vibrant mixed berry, coconut and lavender flavors that linger smartly on the crisp, medium-length finish. Best now to 2012.",Seven Sleepers,18,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kurtz Family 2007 Seven Sleepers Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kurtz-family-2007-seven-sleepers-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Kurtz Family ,Red,New Zealand,"Smoky, cedary and, frankly, a bit dominated by oak. It's nice oak, and the fruit is rich in body and thick in texture, just slightly muted. Perhaps an additional year or two of cellaring will see the oak integrate more and the fruit come forward.",Reserve,,87,Waiheke Island,,,Mudbrick 2008 Reserve Syrah (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mudbrick-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-waiheke-island/,Syrah,2008,Mudbrick 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Prosecco represents a fuller, more generous style with bright tones of mature peach, melon and yellow rose. There's a touch of tangy spice on the close that is softened by the creamy foam of the effervescence.",Vigneto Dirupo Extra Dry,27,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola NV Vigneto Dirupo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-nv-vigneto-dirupo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Andreola 14.8,Red,US,"Brawny, briary, rustic, tannic, fruity, these are just a few words to describe this wine. It's a true barbecue companion, a big, powerful, full-bodied wine with blackberry and pepper flavors. Drink now and through 2012.",Ponzo Vineyard,32,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hawley 2007 Ponzo Vineyard Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2007-ponzo-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Hawley 14.5,Red,US,"This is a pretty good Cabernet, although it's a little direct in its appeal. Flatters the palate with strong flavors of blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and oak, with rich tannins and a long, fruity finish. Flamboyant, if not particularly complex. Drink now.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Girard 12.5,Red,France,"An attractively aromatic wine, the berry fruits shining in the glass. The palate, though, is lean, with some green pepper flavors as well as vivid acidity. It is well made, but lightweight.",,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Magnol 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magnol-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Magnol 13.5,Red,France,"A wine that initially seems smothered in wood. Only slowly do the blackberry fruits and fresh acidity come through, and even then the toast, and a green edge, are dominant. Maybe a year's extra aging will help.",,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Jean-Faure 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jean-faure-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Jean-Faure 14.3,Red,US,"Good, deep flavors in this dry Cabernet. They include well-developed blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and tobacco, with savory hints of licorice, black pepper and cinnamon toast, smeared with plum jam. The texture could be a little smoother, as it's somewhat gritty.",Glen Oaks Ranch,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clarbec 2005 Glen Oaks Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarbec-2005-glen-oaks-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Clarbec 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Cedar, smoked meat and peppery spice on the nose are followed by currants, cigar box and cedar on the palate. Somewhat restraned in the classic style, the wine has a food-friendly elegance and charm.",,25,87,Breedekloof,,,Deetlefs 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Breedekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-breedekloof/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Deetlefs 14.5,White,US,"Ballentine consistently makes one of the best Chenins in California, and while this 2009 seems rushed to market, it's a good alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. Shows bright, zesty acidity framing citrus, green bean and wildflower flavors, and the finish is totally dry.",Estate Grown,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2009 Estate Grown Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2009-estate-grown-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Ballentine 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This luminous sparkling wine delivers a balanced approach that sees sweet fruit aromas reinforced by thick, creamy texture and a playful touch of sweetness. Pair this wine with light, vegetable-based appetizers.",Extra Dry,15,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bianca Vigna NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianca-vigna-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bianca Vigna 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in a transparent bottle, this wine boasts a surprisingly saturated shade of gold and delivers fragrant aromas of caramel, butterscotch, dried fruit and sun-dried apricots. It makes for a fun bottle to serve with appetizers.",Cuvée Prestige,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco NV Cuvée Prestige (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-nv-cuvee-prestige-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Ca' del Bosco 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Fratelli Bortolin is one of the historic estates of the Valdobbiadene (Prosecco) area and consistently produces a high quality sparkling wine. This Brut expression delivers subtle aromas of white mineral, stone fruit and acacia flower.",Brut,22,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolin NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolin-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bortolin 14,Red,Spain,"Dry, dusty and minty on the nose, with cherry, cedar and sweet oak notes. The palate has a hard, clangy bite to it, while the flavors run toward herbal cherry and dried tobacco. Some vanilla and cola along the way bring up the pleasure quotient. Drink now.",Miros de Ribera Reserva,50,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Peñafiel 2003 Miros de Ribera Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-penafiel-2003-miros-ribera-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Bodegas Peñafiel 15.4,Red,US,"A big, heavy, full-bodied and ripe Zinfandel that needs rich, greasy meats and cheeses to tame it. The blackberry, currant and dry chocolate flavors are huge, and the tannins are even bigger, giving this extremely dry wine an astringent finish.",Tori's Reserve,44,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Tori's Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-toris-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wilson ,Red,US,"A delightful bottle, this fruit-packed Gamay has more stuffing and sweetness than most of the Oregon Pinots from 2007. Plums, cherries and black currants ramble through the mouth, running into some fairly stiff, chewy tannins. This is a sturdy, immediately drinkable, thoroughly enjoyable quaffer.",,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2007 Gamay Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2007-gamay-noir-willamette-valley/,Gamay Noir,2007,WillaKenzie Estate 13.5,Red,South Africa,"This blend of Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Carignan and Viognier offers savory, spiced meat and citrus aromas and rich, spicy flavors of blackberry, pepper and cedar. Soft in style, the wine is well suited to ripe, soft cheeses and everything from game to poultry. Versatile and ageable.",Solms Wijn de Caab Hiervandaan,30,88,Western Cape,,,Solms-Delta 2006 Solms Wijn de Caab Hiervandaan Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solms-delta-2006-wijn-caab-hiervandaan-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2006,Solms-Delta 14,Red,Spain,"A touch gritty and baked on the nose, and that ripe character persists throughout this semimodern Ribera wine. Along the route there's raisiny notes, baked plum flavors and oak-driven vanilla and spice. On the finish, vanilla is the lasting flavor. Solid and oaky, with some pushy coconut.",Reserva,24,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Valdubón 7.5,White,Germany,"A less fruity take, with mineral and kerosene dominating the nose and a wet slate thread running through the exquisitely crisp palate. Spring flowers and honey notes soften up the finish. Try with Thai noodles.",Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese,20,88,Mosel,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2008 Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2008-ockfener-bockstein-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,St. Urbans-Hof 8,White,Germany,"This is a zippy little number, with scents of white cherries and citrus that float over a bed of petroleum and fresia. The crisp, off-dry finish winds down to a lingering grapefruit note. Drink now with cod in a miso sauce or stash away for a few years.",Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett,24,88,Mosel,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2008 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2008-ockfener-bockstein-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,St. Urbans-Hof 13,White,New Zealand,"Marked by intense petrol overtones and flavors concentrated to almost the point of salinity, this makes a bold statement for Nelson as a Riesling-growing region. The sensation of briny minerality lingers on the finish.",Classic,17,88,Nelson,,,Waimea 2008 Classic Riesling (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waimea-2008-classic-riesling-nelson/,Riesling,2008,Waimea 15,Red,Australia,Toned-down aromas of blackberry and mocha lead to a palate with a firm structure of well-defined acidity and gripping tannins. The medium finish winds down to a note of mulling spices. Likely to improve with a year or two in the cellar.,Phoenix,20,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2007 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2007-phoenix-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Penley Estate 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Rich aromas of coffee, cinnamon, cedar and black berries lead into flavors of spice and savory berry in this versatile South African red. Mulderbosch is known for its quality and style, and this wine does not disappoint. Pair with grilled ribs, steak or a burger.",Faithful Hound,22,88,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2006 Faithful Hound Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2006-faithful-hound-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Mulderbosch 14,Red,Spain,"Having really liked this wine a couple of years ago, this vintage seems comparatively fierce and aggressive, which isn't to say it isn't hugely flavorful and aromatic. On the down side, it's residue-heavy and tannic, with full extraction and tannic berry fruit. Tough as nails; maybe it just needs a couple of years to settle.",,90,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Paixar 2006 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paixar-2006-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Paixar 14,White,France,"Unusually oxidative in style but concentrated, with a luxurious texture and flavors of apple skin and baked apples. Medium, crisp finish. Drink now.",Aux Vignes Clos Rebberg,51,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Aux Vignes Clos Rebberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-aux-vignes-clos-rebberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 13,White,France,"Ripe and opulent, offering up a lovely cornucopia of rose, cardamon, nutmeg and faded flower tones that slide into a luxuriously textured palate with spice and quince accents. Try with an onion tart. Best now to 2011.",Cuvée Romanus,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2008 Cuvée Romanus Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2008-cuvee-romanus-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Lucien Albrecht 13,Red,New Zealand,"Full bodied but not lacking charm, this Pinot from the Awatere subsection of Marlborough blends cherry fruit with earthy, mushroomy scents of black truffles. Seriously long on the finish; drink now.",Awatere River Vineyard,40,88,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2003 Awatere River Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2003-awatere-river-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nautilus 13,Red,New Zealand,"From specific rows of the Te Awa estate farmed to Dry River's exacting specifications, this is a concentrated Merlot that offers black cherry, mocha and leather notes. The acids are crisp, the tannins firm, so give it a few years in the cellar to soften.",Te Awa,45,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Dry River 2006 Te Awa Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2006-te-awa-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2006,Dry River 13,White,France,"This wine opens with an explosion of Granny Smith apples underlined by firm minerality. The honeyed palate shows nice grapefruit and lemon character. Medium, citrus finish. Best now, but will gain complexity over three to four years.",,30,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2006 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2006-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2006,Domaine Marcel Deiss 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Radiator dust, baked apple and other familiar, semirich aromas grace the nose on this more elevated Cava. In the mouth, there's chunkiness, weight and integrity along with a flavor profile that hints at vinegar but settles on cidery apple and kumquat. Nicely done and different from the mass wines Freixenet is known for.",Elyssia Gran Cuvee Brut,18,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Elyssia Gran Cuvee Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-elyssia-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13.5,Red,Germany,"Crisp and tightly wound, this Baden Pinot has lovely cherry pie and vanilla scents folding in to leather and mixed berry flavors on the palate. Long, slightly tart finish of saddle leather. Drink now to 2013.",Franz Anton,37,88,Baden,,,Franz Keller 2007 Franz Anton Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-keller-2007-anton-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2007,Franz Keller 16.7,Dessert,US,"Very sweet and honeyed, which makes it easy to drink despite a certain lack of body. Shows rich, exotic flavors of orange tart, tropical fruits, honey, vanilla, crème brûlée and candied ginger. A blend of Muscat and Verdelho.",Dessert Wine,20,88,California,California Other,California,Elkhorn Peak NV Dessert Wine White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elkhorn-peak-nv-dessert-wine-white-california-111829/,White Blend,,Elkhorn Peak ,White,US,"There is a sharpness to the aroma, a pungent mix of pineapple and pine needle, that leads into a fairly light palate with lemon oil, citrus fruit and a hint of orange hard candy. Residual sugar near 2% helps balance out the acidity. The wine tastes a bit like a Vouvray—the same sweet/sour tension.",Estate,19,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2008 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2008-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Elk Cove 13,Red,Spain,"An oaky, modern-style wine with a staunch mocha and vanilla influence, but the fruit is ripe and rich enough to handle it. Spicy and grainy on the nose, with vanilla and resin seeping through. The palate remains woody but is full of berry flavors, while the omnipresent barrel influence carries onto the rich, ripe finish.",Crianza,12,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,El Coto ,Dessert,France,"This is more on the fresh side, with a bright citric component adding a crisp character to the botrytis richness. The texture is tight, apple and pear skin cutting through the sweetness.",,,88,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Nairac 2007 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nairac-2007-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Nairac 13,Red,France,"Spicy, soft wine, full of sweet juicy fruit, the wood element more of feeling of roundness than taste. The wine has fresh blackberry fruits and a gentle core of tobacco and tannin.",,24,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Bertinerie 2007 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bertinerie-2007-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Haut Bertinerie 14.5,Red,Australia,"On the quiet side for a Grenache, with reticent notes of spice, sangria and cassis. There's the faintest grip of tannin and a crisp, strawberry-inflected finish. Drink now.",The Custodian,19,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Custodian Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-custodian-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2007,D'Arenberg 13,Red,France,"A wine that is fully ready to drink, with soft tannins, black cherry flavors and light acidity. The texture is still firm, but it is comfortably subsumed into the fruit.",Château Orisse du Casse,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,D & R Dubois 2004 Château Orisse du Casse (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/d-r-dubois-2004-chateau-orisse-casse-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,D & R Dubois 14.5,Red,US,"Surprisingly tannic, considerably more so than the wonderful '05. There's a sting of astringency that shuts down the palate and emphasizes the dryness. Underneath are the blackberries, black currants and grilled meat of a fine red wine. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Malbec. Now–2012.",O.P.C.,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buoncristiani 2006 O.P.C. Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buoncristiani-2006-opc-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Buoncristiani 14,Red,Spain,"Dense and spicy on the nose, with tobacco, baked fruit aromas and dry, woody notes. It's a fairly rich, slick and generous Rioja with lightly baked berry fruit flavors, spice cake accents and limited complexity. Solid on the finish, with additional spice notes. Drink now through 2013.",Finca Monasterio,45,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2007 Finca Monasterio (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2007-finca-monasterio-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Baron De Ley 13.5,White,New Zealand,"There's a slight coppery tinge to this wine's hue, which can't help but influence perceptions of aroma and flavor. With 7 g/l of residual sugar, this is off-dry in style, with strawberry, apple and melon flavors. Like an alcohol-infused fruit cocktail with a sense of balance and proportion.",,22,88,Marlborough,,,Awatere River 2009 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/awatere-river-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2009,Awatere River ,White,US,"Young and yeasty, this six-variety blend captures the floral spice of Gewürztraminer, and mixes in some grassy herb, gooseberry and melon as well. An interesting, light, dry white wine perfect for spring.",Cuvée A Amrita White Wine,16,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2008 Cuvée A Amrita White Wine White (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2008-cuvee-a-amrita-white-wine-willamette-valley/,White Blend,2008,Anne Amie 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Dry style Prosecco is characterized by bright, luminous transparency and small, persistent bubbles. This is a smooth, soft sparkling wine that offers generous notes of melon, Golden Delicious apple and honeysuckle.",Millesimato Dry,32,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2009 Millesimato Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2009-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Andreola 12.5,Dessert,France,"Vintage 2007 was a big success in Sauternes, and this wine gives a good indication of the richness both of the yellow peach and apricot fruits and the drier botrytis. Ample, full and finely balanced.",,,88,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Barton & Guestier 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Barton & Guestier 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Fagher opens with a frosty, foamy appearance and follows through with delicate notes of wild flower, honeysuckle and acacia. This easy sparkling wine is bright and smooth in the mouth.",Fagher Brut,17,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Colture NV Fagher Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-fagher-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Le Colture 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,This luminous rosé sparkler offers a vibrant touch of exotic spice upfront and follows through with dried fruit and white pepper. The perlage is smooth and creamy. Pair this wine with shellfish or tuna steak.,Rosé Brut Millesimato,36,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle 2003 Rosé Brut Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-2003-rose-brut-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2003,La Valle 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a classic Brut sparkling blend (80-20 Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco) that renders a soft, creamy feel thanks to its fine perlage and dense body. This is an approachable and genuine classic method sparkler that will work with all sorts of light Mediterranean finger foods.",Brut,33,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Montina NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montina-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,La Montina 14.5,White,US,"A stylish Roussanne, built along the lines of a nice, rich Chardonnay. Feels full and creamy in the mouth, with interesting, complex flavors of peaches, apricots, sweet Meyer lemon, honeysuckle and oak. Crisp acidity is notable in the tart, clean finish.",Morine Ranch,24,88,California,Lake County,High Valley,Shannon Ridge 2008 Morine Ranch Roussanne (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2008-morine-ranch-roussanne-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Roussanne,2008,Shannon Ridge 13.2,Red,US,"Ripe, soft and oaky. Although the flavors are absolutely delicious, you find yourself wishing there were greater structure. Offers waves of raspberries, cherries, chocolate, cinnamon, vanilla and butterscotch, with a dry, spicy finish.",Savoy Vineyard,55,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Barnett 2008 Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2008-savoy-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Barnett 14.2,White,US,"Made in the modern, ripe California style of exceptionally ripe fruit, accented with strong oak. Not especially subtle, but flattering to the palate, with opulent flavors of pineapple crème brûlée, peaches, cream, buttered toast, vanilla bean and honeysuckle.",Savoy Vineyard,35,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Barnett 2008 Savoy Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2008-savoy-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Barnett 15.8,Red,US,"This is Zinfandel on steroids, which is the Wilson house style. The wine is dry, full bodied and very high in alcohol, approaching 16%. Yet it's zesty and exuberant, with a wealth of blackberry, currant and pepper flavors. Distinctly Californian and Dry Creek Valley, it's a fine example of its type.",Sawyer Reserve,44,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Sawyer Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-sawyer-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wilson 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raspberry and plum aromas carry a mild floral, perfumed accent, while the palate is medium in weight, with good flow due to lively acidity. Flavors of red fruits are equalized by oaky vanilla and dry herbs, while the finish is lengthy and snappy due to aforementioned core acidity.",Reserva,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Viña Mayor 12.5,Red,France,"A finely textured wine, showing black currant jelly fruits, spice and a touch of green herbs. The wine has a juicy character, becoming soft in the mouth, the acidity becoming dominant.",,,88,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2007 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2007-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 13,Red,France,"There is definite richness in this wine, which benefits from the ripe style of 2005. You find sweet plums, soft tannins and delicious juiciness. The wine remains fruit-dominated, and could age for 2–3 years.",La Cloche de Cornemps,,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Cornemps 2005 La Cloche de Cornemps (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cornemps-2005-cloche-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Cornemps 14,White,France,"The mineral expression has the upper hand in this dry, full-bodied white, with tones of apple and nuts playing second fiddle to cinnamon and wet stone flavors. The long finish winds up on a nutmeg note. Drink now.",Les Alouettes Lerchenberg,35,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Les Alouettes Lerchenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-alouettes-lerchenberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 14.5,Red,Australia,"A seductive wine, with a colorful nose of violets, lavender and herbes de Provence layered over black fruit. The Mourvèdre component shows through on the palate with notes of horse sweat and a profound spice note. Medium, tasty finish of raspberry and coconut. Drink now to 2012.",Bin 138 Grenache-Mourvèdre-Shiraz,27,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Penfolds 2007 Bin 138 Grenache-Mourvèdre-Shiraz Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-bin-138-grenache-mourvedre-shiraz-red-barossa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Penfolds 16,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Starts out a bit sweaty and leathery, but soon it turns more smoky. As a whole it's more bulky and barnyardy than most PX wines, with sweet prune and raisin flavors that seem a bit generic. Thick on the finish, with a gooey sweetness throughout.",Extra Rich,30,88,Andalucia,Jerez,,Pedro Romero NV Extra Rich Pedro Ximénez (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedro-romero-nv-extra-rich-sherry-pedro-ximenez-jerez/,Pedro Ximénez,,Pedro Romero 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very elegant Prosecco Brut with excellent intensity and clarity of aromas. You'll get stone fruit, drying minerals and honeysuckle. Pair this wine with baked crab cakes or shrimp cocktail.",Riva dei Fiori Brut,20,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Montesel Renzo NV Riva dei Fiori Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-renzo-nv-riva-fiori-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Montesel Renzo 11,Sparkling,Italy,This is an excellent expression of Prosecco from one of our favorite producers. Adami's Extra Dry is a light and feminine wine with a beautiful embroidery of apple and honeysuckle. There's smooth foamy cream in the mouth followed by sweetness and cleansing acidity.,Dei Casel Extra Dry,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami NV Dei Casel Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-casel-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Adami 13.5,White,Australia,"Lavishly oaked but with enough fruit concentration to bring fresh lime zest and green apple aromas to the front. Full-bodied, with a citrus juiciness that trails off to a mineral edge. Drink now.",Single Vineyard,15,88,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Fonty's Pool 2007 Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontys-pool-2007-single-vineyard-chardonnay-pemberton/,Chardonnay,2007,Fonty's Pool 14,Red,Australia,"Distinctive for its understated, honest expression, the 2005 Hill of Content Cabernet Sauvignon offers up classic blackberry fruit accented with green pepper notes. The palate shows laser-like acidity, springy tannins and winds up with generous sweet fruit. A solid, sophisticated wine. Try with grilled steak. Drinking well now but will improve over the next several years.",,15,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Hill of Content 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-content-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hill of Content 13,White,France,"A very pretty wine, with intense aromatics of crushed flowers and passionfruit. The palate is flavorful, crisp and refreshing, winding up with a tangy, citrus-accented finish. Serve with light fish preparations.",Steinklotz Grand Cru,24,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2006 Steinklotz Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2006-steinklotz-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2006,Helfrich 13.5,White,Australia,"Nutty and fresh, with youthful citrus fruit enveloped in a dense layer of caramel and vanilla from toasty oak treatment. There's good density here and a long, flavorful finish that ends on a cashew note. Better after 2011.",Reserve,30,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-2006-reserve-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Heggies Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, strong, fruity, oaky wine that's not showing much subtlety now. It floods the mouth with blackberries, cherries, plums, spices and sweet, smoky oak, and the tannins are intricately soft and gentle. Will it develop in the bottle? No guarantees.",,70,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madorom 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madorom-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Madorom 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Franciacorta rosé opens with an attractive pale pink color and offers immediate aromas of sourdough, peach and subtle hints of wild berry. The wine is smooth and creamy with some bitter fruit on the close.",Rosé Arcadia,45,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Rosé Arcadia (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-nv-rose-arcadia-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Lantieri de Paratico 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a nonvintage Brut that spends 25 months aging on the lees to create a creamy, soft and plush feel in the mouth. The wine's smooth texture is backed by fragrant aromas of yellow fruit and roasted almonds.",Primum Brut,30,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle NV Primum Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-nv-primum-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,La Valle 12,White,Spain,"Clean and vibrant, with citrus blossom and apple aromas. The palate is a bit neutral in flavor but shows good cut and a cleansing feel along with tastes of spiced apple and white nectarine. Finishes clean and pure. Drink now.",,15,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Viña Bade 2008 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bade-2008-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Viña Bade 8.5,White,Germany,"Generous, with a distinct pine character and tangy passion fruit flavors framing the medium-bodied palate. Exotic, medium finish of curry leaf and lemon curd. Drink now.",Spätlese,30,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2008 Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2008-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Vollrads 13.9,Red,US,"A good, rich, supple Cabernet, nicely dry and silky, with a pleasant, medium-bodied structure. It shows layers of blackberries, cherries, cranberries and cedarwood, wrapped into dusty tannins. Very enjoyable for drinking soon.",Estate,48,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sawyer ,Red,US,"This is a tasty, fruity, appealing bottle of Pinot Noir. Strawberries and cherries rule the midpalate; the tannins are ripe and the barrels bring in some chocolate through the finish. It's not the most complex of Elk Cove's offerings, but a nice bottle for near-term enjoyment.",Five Mountain,48,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2008 Five Mountain Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2008-five-mountain-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Elk Cove 14,Red,South Africa,"Herbs, pepper, cedar and smoked sausage on the nose and palate give this Cabernet a rustic, inviting character. Flavors are delivered in a mouthfilling, layered way on the tongue, with lots of spice and cedar in the finish. Good minerality and balance mean it's not overpowering for food.",Finlayson Family Vineyards,23,88,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2007 Finlayson Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2007-finlayson-family-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Edgebaston 13.5,Red,France,"A solid, chunky wine, with a structure that is full of corners and edges. The tannins are in a dusty, chewy style, balancing with the fresh black fig and sweet plum juice flavors. Rich and concentrated, the wine needs to age.",,28,88,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Tour Grand Colombier 2005 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-grand-colombier-2005-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Tour Grand Colombier 13,White,France,"Deiss has brought quite a bit of flavor intensity to the often recalcitrant Pinot Blanc; Indian spices, browned apple, clove and petroleum are the themes here. Concentration is evident on the crisp palate, which finishes on a vanilla note.",Bergheim,35,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2006 Bergheim Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2006-bergheim-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2006,Domaine Marcel Deiss 12.5,Red,France,"A finely balanced wine, its tannins kept well in place but there are tight fruits and a texture that shows an edge of acidity and green peppers. The style is maybe old-fashioned—no concession to ripeness or extraction here—and it works well.",Château Bertinat Lartigue,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,D & R Dubois 2006 Château Bertinat Lartigue (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/d-r-dubois-2006-chateau-bertinat-lartigue-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,D & R Dubois 11.4,White,New Zealand,"Despite 13.5 g/l of residual sugar, this wine's crisp acids give it a dry impression that verges on austerity. Green apple and lime flavors end on a note of mouthdrying stone dust.",Fletcher Family Vineyard,20,88,Marlborough,,,Craggy Range 2008 Fletcher Family Vineyard Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2008-fletcher-family-vineyard-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2008,Craggy Range 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a very toasty and nutty expression of sparkling Chardonnay (with 5% Pinot Bianco) from Brescia in Northern Italy that offers background aromas of dried fruit and apricot. The wine is lively and smooth in the mouth with zesty effervescence and enduring notes of almond and hazelnut on the close.,Brut,,88,Lombardy,Lugana,,Costaripa NV Brut (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-nv-brut-lugana-112912/,Chardonnay,,Costaripa 11,White,Germany,"Here's a good value in the world of Spätlese, with a clean, pretty nose of talcum powder and baby's breath. There's nice mineral intensity and an off-dry, mouth-puckering finish. This easy-to-like wine would be a good choice to serve as an apéritif to a crowd.",Oppenheimer Sackträger Spätlese,18,88,Rheinhessen,,,Dr. Heyden 2008 Oppenheimer Sackträger Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heyden-2008-oppenheimer-sacktrager-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Heyden 13.5,White,US,"All the buttered toast, vanilla bean, apricot jam and pineapple crème brûlée you could want is here, but this lovely Chardonnay is lifted above the ordinary by a minerality that gives it a refreshing tang. Crisp acidity also helps to provide structure to the richness. Will have a short life as evidenced by some overripeness on the finish, so enjoy now.",Eighteen,45,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Demetria 2007 Eighteen Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2007-eighteen-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Demetria 13.8,White,US,"A blend of Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Viognier. It's bone dry and zesty in acidity, showing an austerity of flavor that emphasizes minerals over fruit. There's enough Meyer lemon and lime zest to satisfy. Sleek and elegant.",Cuvée Papou,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2007 Cuvée Papou White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2007-cuvee-papou-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Demetria 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an enjoyable Italian Brut sparkling wine made in the classic method with Chardonnay that delivers aromas of chopped herbs, mint, stone fruit, citrus and toasted almond. The wine boasts a luminous golden hue and offers a creamy, soft impression on the close.",Villa Crespia Miolo Brut,40,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Muratori NV Villa Crespia Miolo Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-muratori-nv-villa-crespia-miolo-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Fratelli Muratori ,White,US,"Laurent Montalieu is the winemaker behind the Spruce Goose wines. This young Riesling is a snappy, palate-awakening wine with lemon-lime fruit, a hint of mint, fine length and a persistent, fresh finish.",Spruce Goose,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Evergreen Vineyards 2008 Spruce Goose Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evergreen-vineyards-2008-spruce-goose-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Evergreen Vineyards ,Red,US,"One of the last 2007 Pinots to be released, this still seems as if a bit more time in bottle is in order. It's still sharp, aggressive, herbal, yet nicely detailed. Cranberry fruit, sour cherry, dark chocolate, black licorice, moist earth—interesting, well-made wine.",Estate Cuvée,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Methven Family Vineyards 2007 Estate Cuvée Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2007-estate-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Methven Family Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very big, full-bodied Pinot Noir that's not particularly delicate or elegant in youth. It could almost be a Grenache, it's so dense, with cherry, cola, anise, pepper and oak flavors. Yet it's bone dry, and has everything it needs for the cellar. Give it until 2012.",Rincon Vineyard Estate Bottled,58,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2007 Rincon Vineyard Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2007-rincon-vineyard-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talley 12.5,White,France,"This is white Bordeaux at its freshest, bursting with herbaceous flavors, very grassy. It does have some weight of green plum flesh and a creamy texture. Delicious.",,12,88,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château de Fontenille 2009 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2009-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Fontenille 14.1,Red,US,"Very full bodied and rich, almost too much for a variety that wants some nuance. Floods the mouth with flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola and sweet, caramelized oak, wrapped into silky, refined tannins. Could pick up bottle complexity with 4–6 years in the cellar.",Viento Valle,45,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Barnett 2008 Viento Valle Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2008-viento-valle-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Barnett 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty, creamy, powdered sugar aromas are nice and easygoing, while the palate has balance and a mouthfeel that caresses solid apple, citrus and peach flavors. Crisp on the finish, with a decent amount of elegance for a $15 wine. Hard to go wrong with this bubbly.",Brut Reserva,15,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Vega Barcelona NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-barcelona-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava-107312/,Sparkling Blend,,Vega Barcelona 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a bright and luminous Italian sparkler that would pair well with white meat, roasted fish and vegetables. Aromas are clean and bright and the wine offers a fresh, tonic feel in the mouth.",Brut,35,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ronco Calino NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-calino-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Ronco Calino 13,Red,Germany,"This wine overdelivers for its pale garnet color. There's loads of sweet cherry fruit along with mocha and caramel character, all set in a bed of soft tannins. A long finish trails off to an extended earth note. Try with leg of lamb. Fully mature, drink up in the next year or two.",Estate 'Sonett',25,88,Baden,,,Weinhaus Heger 2005 Estate 'Sonett' Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinhaus-heger-2005-estate-sonett-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2005,Weinhaus Heger 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Valdo's “founder's” Cuvée is a benchmark Prosecco that opens with a brilliant pale straw color and offers fragrant aromas of citrus, peach and lime. There's a playful touch of sweetness that enhances its soft, silky mouthfeel.",Cuvée del Fondatore,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Valdo NV Cuvée del Fondatore (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdo-nv-cuvee-fondatore-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Valdo 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Dry style Prosecco offers a veritable explosion of aromas and flavors. There are highly distinctive notes of creamy peach, apple, pear and white flower and the playfully sweet tones in the mouth make this sparkler uniquely enjoyable.",Uvaggio Storico Dry,24,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Val d'Oca NV Uvaggio Storico Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-nv-uvaggio-storico-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Val d'Oca 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very beautiful Prosecco sparkler with elegant aromas of wild flowers, dried herbs, soft citrus, peach and pear. The wine is full and generous in the mouth with a long, creamy finish.",Extra Dry,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sorelle Bronca NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-bronca-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Sorelle Bronca 16,Red,US,"The first thing to know about this Zinfandel is its extraordinarily high alcohol. The official reading is 16%. It's almost Port, except that it's bone dry. The tannins are hard, and the flavors are of ripe blackberries. Yet it's a good example of its type and deserves a good score.",Ken's Reserve,44,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Ken's Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-kens-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wilson ,Red,US,"This is a different style than past vintages of Freedom Hill, with less tannin and alcohol. Cranberry fruit flavors are augmented with some pretty whiffs of incense, but it feels a bit simple in the mouth, and turns slightly chalky through the finish.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2008 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with rich aromas of raisin, licorice, black plum and molasses that put it on the cusp of overripe. The palate is rich and gritty, with deep berry and molasses flavors. Generous for sure, but also slightly baked and sweet. Tastes like a warm-climate, warm-vintage wine. Drink now.",La Montesa,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2006 La Montesa (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2006-montesa-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Palacios Remondo 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Luminosity and brilliance set this Chardonnay-based sparkler apart as do its aromas of freshly baked bread, apricot, honey and butterscotch. The wine shows a saturated golden color and offers a dense mouthfeel accented by sharp effervescence.",Riserva Vintage Brut,39,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bersi Serlini 2002 Riserva Vintage Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersi-serlini-2002-riserva-vintage-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2002,Bersi Serlini 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Bellussi Belcanto is a Dry (or slightly sweet) style Prosecco wine from the Cartizze cru that offers harmony, elegance and character. You'll love the light touches of peach and white flower as well as the sparkler's naturally creamy mouthfeel.",Belcanto Cartizze,20,88,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Bellussi NV Belcanto Cartizze (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-belcanto-cartizze-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Bellussi 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Barone Pizzini (founded in 1870) presents a smooth and calculated sparkling wine with a deep golden color and aromas of yellow fruit, peach, Golden Delicious apple and toasted almonds. This organic wine is drying and tight in the mouth and you'll feel the prickly effervescence on your tongue.",Brut Nature,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini NV Brut Nature (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Barone Pizzini 11,Sparkling,Italy,Adami's Bosco di Gica is among our favorite Brut Proseccos. The wine is delicate and feminine with drying mineral tones followed by plush fruit and floral tones. Creamy foam and good acidity move it smoothly forward over the palate.,Bosco di Gica Brut,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami NV Bosco di Gica Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-bosco-gica-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Adami 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Adami's delicious Vigneto Giardino (a “Dry,” or slightly sweet style of Prosecco) offers plush notes of peach and white flower followed by tangy acidity and more sweet fruit flavors in the mouth. There is a unique softness and plushness here that is very attractive indeed.",Vigneto Giardino Dry,21,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami 2009 Vigneto Giardino Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-2009-vigneto-giardino-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Adami 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Packaged in an impressive bottle—complete with a heavy medallion around the neck—this vintage Extra Dry offers bright luminosity and sharp effervescence followed by a generous array of fruit and floral aromas. It's a proud ambassador of the entire Prosecco category.,Millesimato Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun Extra Dry,22,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Astoria 2009 Millesimato Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2009-millesimato-cuvee-tenuta-val-brun-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Astoria 14,Red,France,"The alcohol certainly gives the wine richness, but it manages to sustain it well, with superripe black plum and damson flavors, dusty tannins and a powerful texture that rolls richly around the mouth. It leaves a sweet and juicy aftertaste like old-style Rioja.",,30,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Ferrand 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrand-2006-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Ferrand 13,Red,France,"A big and dense wine, the tannins supporting solid black fruits. While there is plenty of wood here, the wine has balance, with the weight of fruit and its intensity important elements. Age for 2–3 years.",Cuvée Spéciale,,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2007 Cuvée Spéciale (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2007-cuvee-speciale-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Grand-Maison 13.1,White,US,"A bit of a fruit salad of a Pinot Gris, with pineapple, banana, mango, white peach and jicama all in the mix. There is an underlying, bracing minerality that keeps the wine focused and firm, and leads into suggestions of toasted almond in the finish. Delicious, yet quite different from most other Oregon versions.",,16,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2008 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Brandborg 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a Prosecco from the Cartizze cru (offered by the excellent Bortolin estate) that boasts mineral notes and talc powder followed by plush, creamy peach and yellow fruit. The wine ends with a very feminine note of fresh flowers.",Cartizze Dry,30,88,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Bortolin NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolin-nv-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Bortolin 16,Port/Sherry,Spain,"A super sweet, potent brew that takes no prisoners as it hits with powerful toffee, caramel and alcohol aromas. Good in the mouth because it's not gritty, but very sweet on the palate, with honey, brown sugar and cinnamon flavors. If sweet is your thing, then add a point or two to our score.",Esnobista Moscatel Pasa,20,88,Andalucia,Jerez,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. NV Esnobista Moscatel Pasa Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-dios-baco-sl-nv-esnobista-moscatel-pasa-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. ,White,US,"Lots of honey is the first impression; this is under 10% alcohol and over 5% residual sugar. Nicely balanced, it still has enough acidity to put a little tartness in the midpalate. The fruit is pretty and the honeyed flavors seductive; it's not quite sweet enough for most desserts, but a fine apéritif.",Sweet P,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Brooks 2008 Sweet P Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooks-2008-sweet-p-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Brooks 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a sophisticated and intense Franciacorta sparkler with a luminous golden color and seductive aromas of toasted bread, almonds, yellow fruit and pressed rose petal. The wine offers a thick, creamy mouthfeel with some sour fruit on the close.",Brut,20,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castelveder NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelveder-nv-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Castelveder 14,Red,South Africa,"This bright, mouthwatering red starts with cherry, cocoa and cedar on the nose, followed by ripe berries, spice and pepper on the palate. Supple and expressive, the wine will pair well with stews, burgers and lamb.",Boet Erasmus,35,88,Simonsberg-Paarl,,,Vrede en Lust 2007 Boet Erasmus Red (Simonsberg-Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vrede-en-lust-2007-boet-erasmus-simonsberg-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Vrede en Lust ,Red,US,"Light and tannic, tart and tasting of just-ripe cranberry and mountain strawberries. There is some pretty spice in the nose, and this wine is ready for food. It has the tannins and acids to complement wild poultry especially. Bring on the duck.",Tualatin Estate Vineyard,45,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2007 Tualatin Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2007-tualatin-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13.5,White,Australia,"The nose here is on the subtle side for a Viognier, with tones of macadamia and vanilla wafers. Meanwhile, the palate is vibrant and refreshing, with orange flower and musk accents, winding down to a limoncello finish. The lush texture of this wine suggests serving as an apéritif. Drink now.",,13,88,Victoria,Central Victoria,,Four Sisters 2008 Viognier (Central Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-sisters-2008-viognier-central/,Viognier,2008,Four Sisters ,Red,Australia,"This blend seems to combine the best of the popular, fruity Shiraz with the more exotic, animal Mourvèdre grape. The palate shows only faint tannin and a few undertones of vanilla and coconut that glide through to the finish on a streak of acidity. An ideal choice for smoked meats. Drink now to 2012.",Bin 2 Shiraz-Mourvedre,15,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2007 Bin 2 Shiraz-Mourvedre Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-bin-2-shiraz-mourvedre-red-south/,Red Blend,2007,Penfolds ,White,US,"Ponzi makes very little Riesling, which is a shame, because this is a big, full-bodied, leesy, mineral-soaked mouthful of fresh, zesty flavor. Whole cluster pressed, stainless steel fermentation, and 13% alcohol, it's a wine to gulp down by the glass. Pure pleasure.",,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2008 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2008-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Ponzi 12.5,White,France,"A unique wine for Alsace, this blend of Chardonnay and its kissing cousin, Pinot Auxerrois, is fashioned in a Burgundy style. It's stylish and richly textured with vanilla and luscious tropical fruit up front and notes of apple and wet stones at the back. Flavorful but short finish. Try with salmon. Drink now or hold a year or two for more complexity.",ZIND,36,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 ZIND White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-zind-white-alsace/,White Blend,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.6,Red,US,"The 2006 vintage was not kind to Beringer's Cabernets, and this esteemed bottling is no exception. It's tough and gritty, the kind of wine that may have a future but whose present is not particularly acceptable at this price. Extreme tannins lock it down. Tastes almost old-fashioned. But it does have a rich vein of blackberries and black currants, and who knows? It could come around after many years.",Private Reserve,115,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2006 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2006-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Beringer 8,White,Germany,"Like drinking a fruit cocktail. This exceptionally pretty white is succulent and balanced, with good depth and penetrating flower notes. The broad, medium-length finish is dominated by ripe cantaloupe and green apple notes. Drink now or hold a few years.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,23,88,Mosel,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2008 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2008-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,St. Urbans-Hof 14.5,White,Australia,"A buttery, tropical interpretation, with ripe nectarine and pineapple tones that glide through to the finish on a bright streak of acidity. Good palate length despite slightly warm alcohol. Best now to 2012.",Blue Cow,20,88,South Australia,Adelaide,,Longview 2008 Blue Cow Chardonnay (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2008-blue-cow-chardonnay-adelaide/,Chardonnay,2008,Longview 14.5,Red,Australia,"Starts out fresh and fruity, with loads of raspberry, boysenberry and strawberry fruit but turns a bit jammy in the mouth. Finishes on a lingering note of mixed berry pie. Drink now.",,23,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kangarilla Road 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,Notes of toast and yeast characterize the bouquet of this elegant sparkling wine from northern Italy. This metodo classico bubbly is firm and tonic in the mouth with steely effervescence and lingering tones of dried fruit.,Brut,32,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Majolini NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majolini-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Majolini 12.5,Red,France,"A selection of the best cuvées creates a wine that has some weight and density, although the extreme juiciness gives fresh black currant flavors. The tannins are present, but soft.",Blavia,16,88,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Blavia (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-blavia-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse 13.5,Red,Australia,"Earthy and seductive, with strawberry and espresso up front, followed by a mouthwatering palate of pomegranate and black cherry fruit. Good tannin and acid structure. Drink now to 2013.",,30,88,Victoria,Heathcote,,Tar & Roses 2007 Tempranillo (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tar-roses-2007-tempranillo-heathcote/,Tempranillo,2007,Tar & Roses ,Red,US,"The aromas that greet you from the glass bring flowers, cherries, hints of cured meat and more. The wine is already drinking nicely, with an elegant mix of pie cherries and fruit pastry flavors.",,29,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winter's Hill 2006 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2006-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Winter's Hill 7.5,White,Germany,"Very spicy, with candied orange peel and sour drop notes undercut by a lower honey-botrytis element. Appealing, if lacking the purity of the best from this hallowed vineyard. Drink now.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,30,88,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor ,Red,US,"Quite tart for a grape that usually is not known for its acidity, this sharp, spicy Syrah is loaded with concentrated cranberry and raspberry fruit. It would be a fine companion to roasted poultry, or pork with some sort of red fruit sauce.",,38,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 2007 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2007,Griffin Creek ,Red,US,"This captures the sense of place and commitment to elegance that characterize the pricier Evening Land Oregon Pinots. Tart, assertive, spicy and unrepentantly herbal, it's a delightful wine for near-term enjoyment.",,25,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Evening Land 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Evening Land 12.5,Red,France,"A soft, smooth, wood- and red-plum-tinted wine, with a slight but attractive volatility. The wine shows acidity, a layer of dry tannins and an easy, juicy finish. Drink now.",,,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Bois Redon 2006 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bois-redon-2006-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Bois Redon 13,Red,France,"Malbec is part of the blend in this wine, Bourg being one of the few places left in Bordeaux where it is planted. It may help explain the firm tannins and dark color in a wine that has weight and a solid structure.",,,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2006 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2006-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Grand-Maison 7.5,White,Germany,"Elegant, though there's no shortage of density to these flavors. Membrillo, sour drops and apricot are the main themes, set against a mineral undertow. The palate is crisp and balanced though quite off-dry, winding down to a long, subtle finish of stone fruits. Great now, but will improve over the next few years.",Bernkasteler Doctor Spätlese,,88,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2008 Bernkasteler Doctor Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2008-bernkasteler-doctor-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 12.5,White,France,"A timid wine, with cheese, strawberry and lime scents followed by a crisp palate of nectarines, petroleum and white flowers. The medium, peachy finish is slightly off-dry. Drink now or hold several years for more aromatic development.",Schoenenbourg Grand Cru,45,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2007 Schoenenbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2007-schoenenbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Dopff & Irion 15.2,Red,US,"Rich and decadent, this Cab is made in the ripe, flamboyant style for which Napa is famous. It's a full-bodied, dry wine, enormous in cherry jam, blueberry, chocolate, mushu plum sauce and oak flavors that are fortunately wrapped into firm, fine tannins. Best now and over the next 3–4 years.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coniglio 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coniglio-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Coniglio 14.7,Red,US,"Very ripe and jammy, a superfruity young Cab that could benefit from time in the cellar. Erupts in the mouth with blackberries, cherries, licorice, currants and cedar, wrapped into smooth tannins. Give it 2–3 years to mellow.",Smith Orchard Vineyard Reserve,50,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,DeLorimier 2005 Smith Orchard Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2005-smith-orchard-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,DeLorimier 14,Red,South Africa,"Black cherry, mocha and cola on the nose, followed by a balanced, bright array of red and black berries give this wine a fun, easy-drinking character. Good overall structure and length, with a smoky finish. The wine is a great everyday red choice.",The Elements of Stonecross,9,88,Western Cape,,,Deetlefs 2007 The Elements of Stonecross Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2007-elements-stonecross-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Deetlefs 14.5,Red,Australia,"A fruit-forward nose belies the chewy tannins and more serious leather tones that come through in the mouth. Acidity stands out on the medium finish. Give it a year or two for better integration, then try with a grilled steak.",The High Trellis,19,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The High Trellis Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-high-trellis-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,D'Arenberg 15.5,Red,Australia,"With 75% Shiraz, 22% Cabernet Franc and 3% Viognier, this wine stands out in a crowd. We get your expected plum and pepper notes from the Shiraz, but there are also elegant notes of cherry juice, pipe tobacco and tomato leaf along with a surprisingly firm acidity given the high level of ripeness. Tame tannins and leather notes come through on the finish. Drink now to 2013.",The Pretty Miss Shiraz-Cabernet Franc-Viognier,20,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Creed of Barossa 2006 The Pretty Miss Shiraz-Cabernet Franc-Viognier Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/creed-barossa-2006-pretty-miss-shiraz-cabernet-franc-viognier-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2006,Creed of Barossa 14,Red,Spain,"Solid if a bit soupy and tomato-driven on the nose. In the mouth, there's a nice offset between herbal, red fruit characteristics, tobacco and black fruit. Overall, it's a gritty, tight, honest Ribera wine with a long, powerful finish. Just ripe enough, with indviduality and identity. Drink now through 2012.",Selección Crianza,18,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 2006 Selección Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-2006-seleccion-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Fuentespina 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a straightforward Franciacorta sparkler with characteristic aromas of sourdough, almonds and stone fruit. Bright effervescence brings up the rear and helps fuel the wine's persistency and also its creamy density.",Brut Satén,38,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bersi Serlini NV Brut Satén (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersi-serlini-nv-brut-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Bersi Serlini 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit sweet and raisiny on the nose, but also dense and powerful. The palate runs rough and tannic, but there's enough richness and extract to allow for that. Flavors of cassis and raspberry are dark but snappy, while the finish has raisiny notes but also some edge. This one may improve with time; drink now through 2013.",Miros,19,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Peñafiel 2006 Miros (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-penafiel-2006-miros-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Peñafiel 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very attractive sparkling wine from Franciacorta, northern Italy, thanks to the sophistication of its aromas. You'll get buttery-yeasty notes backed by stone fruit and honeysuckle. It's easy drinking with bright acidity on the close.",Brut,35,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi 2006 Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-montedelma-berardi-2006-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi 9,White,New Zealand,"Made in a medium-sweet style with only 9% alcohol, this is an intensely flavored wine filled with green apple and lime. There's a touch of petrol on the nose, and it reappears on the long, sweet-tart finish.",Envoy,,89,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2007 Envoy Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2007-envoy-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2007,Spy Valley 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant and tight, this pale pink sparkling wine boasts a wide array of small fruit and floral aromas. This vibrant wine would pair well with fried calamari or shellfish thanks to its delicate nature and bright acidity.",Rosé Talento,14,89,,Trento,,Rotari NV Rosé Talento Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-rose-talento-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,,Rotari 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Compact, solid and well built, this sparkling wine from northern Italy delivers a nice aromatic package of stone fruit, toasted almond, Golden Delicious apple and yellow rose. The effervescence here is bright, persistent and cleansing.",Brut Talento,14,89,,Trento,,Rotari NV Brut Talento Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-brut-talento-sparkling-trento-107122/,Sparkling Blend,,Rotari ,Red,New Zealand,"Matariki's Reserve Cab boasts true varietal notes of mint and cassis upfront, then turns intense and chocolaty on the palate. There's a hint of capsicum, but it's largely hidden by bold lashings of oak. Could age decently, but there's no real reason to defer gratification.",Reserve,,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Matariki 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a brightly pink-colored rosé sparkling wine with aromas of wild berry, toasted bread, dried fruit and ground white peppercorn. There's personality and intensity here and the wine washes clean over the palate thanks to its bright effervescence.",Altèra Brut Rosé,48,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Majolini NV Altèra Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majolini-nv-altera-brut-rose-pinot-noir-nero-franciacorta/,Pinot Nero,,Majolini 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based Satèn sparkler delivers intense aromas of yellow fruit, sourdough and roasted almond. The mouthfeel is plush and cushiony thanks to the foamy effervescence and those long-lasting fruit flavors.",Satèn Millesimato,41,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Majolini 2004 Satèn Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majolini-2004-saten-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2004,Majolini 13,White,France,"Just off-dry, with intense flower and stone fruit aromas and a silky, decadent texture. The finish of white cherries, fig and lemon goes on and on. Drink now for its lovely, youthful fruit or stash it for a few years for more complexity.",Cuvée Cecile,30,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2007 Cuvée Cecile Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2007-cuvee-cecile-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Lucien Albrecht 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an elegant Italian sparkler with toasty aromas of roasted nut, dried fruit and freshly baked bread. The wine offers cleansing acidity and steely perlage that keeps the palate refreshed sip after sip. The blend here is Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco with a small percentage of Pinot Nero.",Prima Cuvée Brut,28,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Prima Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-prima-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-112909/,Sparkling Blend,,Monte Rossa 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"NZ Syrahs are often called Rhône-like, but while this one does show some lovely floral and hickory-smoke nuances, it also comes across as slightly raisiny or jammy, with cassis notes that even lean toward being chocolaty. Whatever you think of the aromas and flavors, it's a richly concentrated, velvety textured wine with plenty to recommend it.",Lovat Vineyard Amaranth,75,89,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2006 Lovat Vineyard Amaranth Syrah (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2006-lovat-vineyard-amaranth-shiraz-syrah-syrah-martinborough/,Syrah,2006,Dry River 14.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with rooty, mature aromas of tobacco, baked berry and raisin, while the palate is full and roasted, with sweet baked-plum and brown sugar flavors. Mature and ready to go, with head-to-toe sweetness and molasses accents. Not a hard, tannic wine. Drink now through 2012.",Montsalvat,79,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Francesc Sanchez Bas 2002 Montsalvat Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesc-sanchez-bas-2002-montsalvat-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2002,Francesc Sanchez Bas 14.5,White,France,"This powerful white has an intriguing nose of toasted almonds, spiced orange and almond cookies while the mouth is an explosion of intense nut, cinnamon and honey, set against a noticeable level of residual sugar. A good wine to savor on its own. Drink over the next three to four years.",Calcaire,40,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Calcaire Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-calcaire-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.7,Red,US,"This was presented from a bottle that had been open for a day. The scents and flavors were a bit muted, with plump plum and blueberry fruit, a whiff of animal and herb. The acidity has a strong citrus character that juts out, even after so much time to breathe.",Mark Bradford Vineyard,90,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Serene 2006 Mark Bradford Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2006-mark-bradford-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Domaine Serene 14.5,Red,US,"A juicy, fruity Merlot, packed with fresh flavors of blackberries, cherries, red currants, licorice and cedar, and totally dry on the finish. The tannins are very fine. Shows lots of lush complexity for the price.",,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Freemark Abbey 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"An intense, powerful Pinot, with dark coffee, cedar and plum notes balanced by hints of red raspberries. The texture is dense and plush, and the wine finishes warm and velvety, with a savory lick of oak spice.",Te Rehua,55,89,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2008 Te Rehua Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2008-te-rehua-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Escarpment 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Round and mouthfilling, this Pinot Noir delivers authentic Central Otago notes of plummy fruit mixed with hints of beets and beet greens. Shows plenty of concentration and length on the mouthwatering finish. Good value.",,20,89,Central Otago,,,Crown Range 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crown-range-2008-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Crown Range 13,Red,France,"A dense, elegant wine, the berry fruits full of juice and fresh plums. The layer of tannins is firm, a clenched fist in the heart of the softer, riper fruit flavors. There is final fruit gum acidity.",,19,89,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château la Longua 2006 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-longua-2006-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château la Longua 12.5,Red,France,"A solidly tannic wine, the dusty tannins suspended in the chunky fruits. Black currants are prominent, but so is a rich character that is developing well, aided by the sweet wood that balances the wine's initial dryness.",,,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2006 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2006-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Haut Selve 14.4,Red,US,"A lot of new oak on this wine, which is dominated by caramel and vanilla crème brûlée. The underlying 100% Cab is fine in blackberries, black currants and chocolate, with those famous rich, dense Stags Leap tannins.",Reserve,60,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Bartalotti 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartalotti-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bartalotti 12.7,White,US,"With quite low alcohol (12.7%), this Gewürz has a little residual sugar, giving it a rich edge of honey. That's the perfect counterpoint to the pineapple, peach, lychee and Indian spice flavors that are so savory and crisp. Great buy in this exotic variety.",,12,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Banyan 2009 Gewürztraminer (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banyan-2009-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey-county/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Banyan 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Astoria's Prosecco from the prestigious Cartizze vineyard delivers pristine notes of white mineral and stone fruit followed by a two-fold sensation of sweetness and crispness in the mouth. The wine's texture is naturally rich and foamy on the tongue.,Cartizze Dry,30,89,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Astoria NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Astoria 11,White,Australia,"A thoroughly attractive and refreshing wine, with refined scents of lanolin, grapefruit peel and raw quince unfolding into a tightly wound, linear palate that's peppered with fresh ginger notes. It's strikingly crisp and bone dry but low in alcohol—just begging to be drunk at a raw bar. Open now for its youthful fruit or hold five years for more complexity and softness.",,15,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Allandale 2007 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allandale-2007-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2007,Allandale ,Red,US,"With its sharp edges and muscular mouthfeel, this Cabernet Franc has the power to stand up to a variety of roasted or toasted foods. The fruit is ripe and supple, with lots of purple berries, plums and cassis. But what is best is the full-bodied finish, whose tannins impart a distinctly varietal green tea character.",,38,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 2007 Cabernet Franc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-2007-cabernet-franc-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Griffin Creek 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This classic, masculine red starts with aromas of cedar, coffee and tobacco, followed by flavors of cigarbox, balsamic and spice. Expressive but smooth, the wine is one with which to unwind. Pair with duck, cheeses.",Gentle Giant,25,89,Coastal Region,,,Haut Espoir 2006 Gentle Giant Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-espoir-2006-gentle-giant-red-coastal-region/,Red Blend,2006,Haut Espoir 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant and clean with a generous array of creamy or foamy sensation in the mouth, this is a classic and well-proportioned Italian sparkling wine. You'll get hints of peachy cream, with toasted nuts and baked bread.",Naturalis Millesimato Extra Brut,34,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle 2004 Naturalis Millesimato Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-2004-naturalis-millesimato-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,La Valle 14,Red,South Africa,"This Shiraz speaks of its terroir, with its savory black pepper, plum and cassis nose and balanced black fruit, spice and cedar flavors. Full of ripe, rich fruit and tied together with an elegant spicy backbone. Pair with grilled meat or go spicy and try Asian or Mexican alongside.",1685,19,89,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2007 1685 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2007-1685-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2007,Boschendal 13,Red,France,"A complex, concentrated wine, powered by chocolate, dark plum skins and spice. The fruit is rich, superripe, but well balanced, leaving tight tannins and acidity. Worth aging another year.",Château Bois Chantant,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Bernard Magrez 2006 Château Bois Chantant (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2006-chateau-bois-chantant-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Bernard Magrez 13,Red,France,"Firm and rich wine, with the black fruits melding well with the tannins. It has plenty of structure, but that is still at a youthful stage. The final acidity adds freshness and brings in berry fruits.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-2006-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Grand Corbin 14,Red,France,"Soft, dusty tannins balance a wine that is full of the ripest fruit. It has power, but gentle power, with rounded corners and a texture that is dense, never hard. The fruits are ripe plums, perhaps lacking final freshness.",,35,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Ferrand 2005 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrand-2005-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Ferrand 8,White,Germany,"Concentrated and balanced, with high residual sugar and lip-smacking acidity propping up elegant white flower notes. The long, clean, finish shows pretty green apple inflections. Drink now or cellar two to three years.",Hallgartner Jungfer Spätlese,,89,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2008 Hallgartner Jungfer Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2008-hallgartner-jungfer-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Prinz 15.4,Red,US,"The vineyard is on the lower slopes of Atlas Peak. It's a good wine, made from 100% Cabernet, with finely ground tannins and strong flavors of blackberries, currants, chocolate and lots of sweet new oak. One deficiency is high alcohol, which gives the wine an unbalanced, glyceriney sweetness.",D'Adamo Vineyard,75,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Piña 2007 D'Adamo Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2007-dadamo-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Piña 13,White,France,"Gorgeously nuanced nose, with almond, marzipan, melon, lime and fresia up front, set against a palate of Brazil nut and cinnamon toast. Soft and lush, the long finish picks up a nutmeg accent. Noticeable sweetness suggests this wine will work well as an apéritif. Drink now for its freshness or cellar a few years for more complexity.",Grand Cru Mambourg,35,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Grand Cru Mambourg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-grand-cru-mambourg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Pierre Sparr 14,Red,New Zealand,The 2008 Alana Estate Pinot boasts a perfumed bouquet that includes elements of rose petals and sandalwood to accent savory and black-cherry notes. The silky texture is also spot on; one just wishes for a little more flavor intensity and length. Drink it over the next few years.,Single Vineyard,50,89,Martinborough,,,Alana Estate 2008 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alana-estate-2008-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Alana Estate ,Red,US,"This distinctive bottling, which includes a percentage of juice from 25-year-old vines, leans toward the spicy/herbal side of Oregon Pinot Noir. Whiffs of herb and leaf fade into light, lingering pale red fruits—watermelon and strawberry.",Carter Vineyard,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Ken Wright 2008 Carter Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2008-carter-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Wright 7.5,White,Germany,"A different aromatic profile here, with bread dough and wet grass scents dominating the nose. It's well structured, with good flowery intensity in the mouth and a weighty, medium-to-long finish. Drink now.",Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese,43,89,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2008 Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2008-johannisberger-klaus-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Johannishof 14.5,Red,Australia,"There's definitely some horsey notes on the nose, but the decadent palate, with its intoxicating blend of raspberry, loganberry and cranberry, all couched in a sophisticated vanilla and coffee framework, takes the day. Medium-to-long finish shows grippy tannins. Drink now or cellar several years.",The Villain,20,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2007 The Villain Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2007-villain-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hugh Hamilton 14.7,Red,US,"A little hot and peppery, but it's Sonoma Zin, and a chunk of grilled beef will be a great match to the heat and tannins. This drily robust wine has flavors of wild berries, cherries, bacon and Asian spices. Drink now.",,22,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hobo 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Hobo 12.5,Red,France,"A firm, spicy wine, its fruit and tannins showing the character of the vintage, but also with some weight. The tannins are dense rather than hard and the berry fruits are juicy, but manage to keep high acidity at bay. A success.",Château d'Arche,25,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Château d'Arche (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-chateau-darche-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse 13.5,White,France,"A lovely expression of place, with exuberant aromas of honey, beeswax, lanolin and gardenias, giving way to carnations and rosewater in the mouth. The palate is dry and almost chalky in its mineral expression. Finishes on a vanilla note. Drink now or hold several years for even more complexity.",Clos St. Landelin,,89,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2007 Clos St. Landelin Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2007-clos-st-landelin-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,René Muré 12.5,White,France,"Stately and developed, with caramel aromas that fold in to a luxurious texture punctuated with notes of apple, pear and persimmon. Long, flavorful finish. Drink now.",Vorbourg Grand Cru,47,89,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2005 Vorbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2005-vorbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,René Muré ,Red,Spain,"Round, stylish and wholesome on the nose, with wild berry, smoke, spice and not too much obvious oak. The palate is racy and forward, but also offers subtleties including dry fruit, spice, fresh tomato and wild herbs such as thyme and sage. Long and warm on the finish, with vanilla. Drink now through 2015.",Fincas de Ganuza Reserva,48,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Remírez de Ganuza 2004 Fincas de Ganuza Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remirez-ganuza-2004-fincas-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Remírez de Ganuza 14.5,Red,US,"Made in the modern cult style, this Cab is extremely ripe, softly forward and very oaky. It's almost dessert-sweet in the blackberry jam, black currant, dark chocolate and caramelized oak flavors, except that it's technically dry.",,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,A. Faustini 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-faustini-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,A. Faustini 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This vineyard-designate Extra Dry Prosecco offers a steady delivery of mineral notes that stand in nice juxtaposition to the wine's natural sweetness and fruitiness. Those drying notes of talc and flint persist to the very end.,Vigneti del Fait Extra Dry,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Scandolera NV Vigneti del Fait Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scandolera-nv-vigneti-fait-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Scandolera 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this very dry, somewhat austere young Pinot Noir. That sharp bite is relieved by fruity flavors of raspberries, cherries and cola, not to mention sweet oak. Give it a good decant, but it's always going to be tart.",Split Rock Vineyard,48,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Trout Street 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trout-street-2008-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Trout Street 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a pleasantly fragrant and buoyant Prosecco with pretty floral notes followed by drying mineral, stone fruit and talc powder. The wine is firm and tonic in the mouth with cleansing acidity at the close.",Cuvée Brut,17,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Carpenè Malvolti NV Cuvée Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpene-malvolti-nv-cuvee-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Carpenè Malvolti 14.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with unique, abnormal aromas of spiced fruit, cardamom and nutmeg. The palate is thick along the edges but lacks body in the middle, while flavors of red berry fruit are chunky, mildly stewy and roasted. Earthy and funky wine, but with good feel and overall good character.",Nuestro,27,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Díaz Bayo 2006 Nuestro (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diaz-bayo-2006-nuestro-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Díaz Bayo 14.8,Red,US,"Juicy in tutti-frutti blackberries, cherries, plums, raspberries and milk chocolate, this soft, smooth Zin is also very peppery. It's a somewhat rustic wine to wash down with barbecue.",Cacophony,14,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Toad Hollow 2007 Cacophony Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2007-cacophony-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Toad Hollow 12.5,Red,France,"A solid, firm wine that shows some rich black currants, but mainly goes for a more austere character. The tannins give a dry, tight edge, but the fruit and acidity do cut through at the end.",,,86,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château le Bonnat 2006 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bonnat-2006-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château le Bonnat 14.2,Red,US,"Feels heavy and inert, with strong tannins and a peculiar softness that limits liveliness. The berry-cherry flavors have a hint of currants. A curious wine and something of a disappointment from this fine producer.",Stone Corral Vineyard Proprietor Grown,50,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2007 Stone Corral Vineyard Proprietor Grown Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2007-stone-corral-vineyard-proprietor-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talley 13.4,Red,US,"This Merlot is a little awkward in tannins, and also a bit too tutti-frutti for authentic elegance. It's strongly flavored in blackberries, black cherries and currants. Doesn't seem likely to improve.",,34,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2007 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2007-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2007,Frog's Leap 14.5,White,US,"Ripe and fruity, this is a Chardonnay that will appeal to fans of the modern style. Brims with pineapples, lemons, limes and green apples, with a touch of vanilla cream.",,14,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2008 Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Guenoc 14.2,Red,US,"A good Merlot, but tough and dry, made for drinking now. It's clean and proper, with black cherry, coffee, dark unsweetened chocolate and cedar notes, wrapped into hard tannins.",,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Flora Springs 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Il Fresco is perfect for informal, fun occasions. The aromas are bright and tonic—focusing on spring flowers and stone fruit—and the mouthfeel is enhanced by piquant bubbles and a slight sweet aftertaste.",Il Fresco Brut,13,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi NV Il Fresco Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-il-fresco-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 13,Red,Uruguay,"Among the Uruguayan wines we've tried more than once, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Tannat and Merlot has integrity. It's light and herbal on the nose, with red fruit and spearmint aromas leading to a palate of cherry and red raspberry. Feelwise, it's tight and tough, but with food it will show fairly well.",Rio Colorado,35,86,El Colorado,,,DeLucca 2004 Rio Colorado Red (El Colorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delucca-2004-rio-colorado-red-el-colorado/,Red Blend,2004,DeLucca 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with earthy, slightly raisiny aromas along with mint, fresh grass and clay. The palate feels clanky and tannic, while the flavors of strawberry and herbal raspberry are good but bland. Shows its share of good components, but overall the wine struggles to distinguish itself among Rioja's top performers.",Reserva,26,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2004-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Baron De Ley 13,Red,France,"A well-made, fresh wine, wearing its black currant and berry fruit easily, to give good depth of flavor. The structure is muted, but the whole wine is well balanced, and ready to drink.",,12,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Fontenille 2006 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2006-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Fontenille 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco offers offbeat aromas of candy and lemon soda, followed by creamy peach and a touch of crushed white pepper. The persistent effervescence tastes steely and firm and there is a crisp touch of acidity on the close.",Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Canella NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Canella 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fresh sparkling wine from northern Italy that embodies all the fun qualities you seek in a daytime or picnic wine. You'll get aromas of cut grass, wild flowers and passionfruit.",Cuvée Brut,,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Foss Marai NV Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Foss Marai 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an easygoing and lightweight Prosecco from the Cartizze cru with a pale straw color and subdued aromas of peach, spring flower and white mineral. The mouthfeel is tonic and fresh and there's a playful touch of sweetness at the end.",Cartizze Dry,,86,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Foss Marai 2008 Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-2008-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,2008,Foss Marai 14.5,Red,US,"This is a nice, fruity Pinot Noir of some charm and subtlety. Thoroughly dry, with good acidity, it shows slightly herbal flavors of cherries, mint and cedar. At its best now and for a year or so.",,35,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Frank Family 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Frank Family 13,Red,Spain,"Nothing over the top but well made and clean, with red fruit aromas that don't overpower. Flavors of peppy plum and berry flavors come across bright and zesty. A comfortable everyday red with with good follow-through and no off aromas, flavors or textures.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,El Circulo 15,Red,US,"A decent wine, but pretty linear and with lots of divots. More proof that Cab Franc on its own is very difficult to make whole and complex. The wine is drily tannic, with cherry and oak flavors and cherryskin tannins. Drink now.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coniglio 2005 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coniglio-2005-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Coniglio 13.5,White,France,"Clean and fragrant, this blend of Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer exhibits notes of pear and tangerine on the nose, followed by an unctuous, flowery palate that folds into a medium finish of quince and melon rind. A good partner with Asian fusion cuisine. Drink now.",Clos du Zahnacker,35,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2005 Clos du Zahnacker White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2005-clos-zahnacker-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2005,Cave de Ribeauvillé 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Canella always produces a light and refreshing Prosecco that makes a natural pairing partner to appetizers and finger foods. The nose is neutral, but pristine and light mineral shadings are followed by zesty crispness.",,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Canella NV Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Canella 14.5,White,Australia,"Exotic and decadent, with violets, spice, anise, clove and vanilla scents making for a complex opening. The palate is accented by tangy orange peel tones that shape the finish. Drink now.",Nine Vines,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2008 Nine Vines Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2008-nine-vines-viognier-south/,Viognier,2008,Angove's 14.2,Red,US,"Although the vineyard is source to some very great bottlings by others, this one has a sharpness throughout that detracts. The green mint taste suggests unripe tannins to the red cherries and pomegranates. Unlikely to age, so drink now.",,42,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Keefer Ranch 2007 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keefer-ranch-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Keefer Ranch ,Red,US,"This is cool-climate Pinot Noir, with the attendant herbal flavors that bring in forest floor, pine needle, tomato leaf and bark. It's spicy and sharp, focused and tannic, with a toasty finish from aging in 60% new French oak barrels.",Barrel Select,24,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kason 2007 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kason-2007-barrel-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kason 14.4,White,US,"This area of central Rutherford is far better known for Cabernet. Sauvignon Blanc is rare. This is a pretty good one. Not great, because it's compromised by some unripe, green, stalky flavors. But it's very dry and crisp, and you'll find enough lemons and limes to satisfy.",Rutherford Crossroad,25,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Lieff 2008 Rutherford Crossroad Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieff-2008-rutherford-crossroad-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Lieff 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This feminine, seductive rosé sparkler opens with a pale pink color and offers aromas of small berries, peach and citrus. The wine is subdued and elegant with a creamy mouthfeel and bright acidity.",Rosé Brut,,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Le Colture NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Le Colture 13,White,France,"Markedly complex aromas of bruised apple, pear, peach and carnation set up expectations that the mouth can't quite live up to; it's a bit thin though dry and nicely balanced with a finish of fall leaves and green plums. Try with cream pasta dishes. Drink now.",Le Fromenteau,35,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2006 Le Fromenteau Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2006-le-fromenteau-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2006,Josmeyer 13.5,Red,Australia,"A down-to-earth, unoaked option, with raspberry and tree bark aromas followed by a lush palate of cherry cola and ash. Fans out on the finish, winding up on a bramble note. Drink now to 2011.",Dry Grown & Ancient Miss Harry,24,86,South Australia,Barossa,,Hewitson 2007 Dry Grown & Ancient Miss Harry G-S-M (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitson-2007-dry-grown-ancient-miss-harry-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa/,G-S-M,2007,Hewitson 14.2,White,US,"Good and dry, with crisp acidity and a rich streak of citrus fruits suggesting pineapples and limes. Floral notes of honeysuckle add to the impression of richness. The wine also is fairly strong in gooseberries, with that tart, pungent, earthy taste.",Lillie Vineyard,20,86,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 2008 Lillie Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2008-lillie-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Langtry 12,White,France,"Very herbaceous, with some attractive weight. The wine is grapefruit juice right down the line, tight and citric textured. Drink this summer.",Château Coustaut la Grangeotte,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Yvon Mau 2009 Château Coustaut la Grangeotte (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2009-chateau-coustaut-grangeotte-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Yvon Mau 14,White,New Zealand,"Off-dry in style, with forward aromas of fresh pineapple and a touch of chalk dust, this is a medium-bodied Pinot Gris with plenty of ripe melon and red currant flavors balanced by a touch of apple skin on the finish.",,24,86,Nelson,,,Waimea 2009 Pinot Gris (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waimea-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-nelson/,Pinot Gris,2009,Waimea 14,Red,Australia,"This Cabernet-Shiraz blend offers up mocha, espresso and humus on the nose while the palate has some nice coconut flavor that is hemmed in a bit by a note of model glue. The spicy finish ends with a soft kiss of tannin. Best to drink now, after giving it some air.",The Broad-Side Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,15,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2007 The Broad-Side Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2007-broad-side-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bleasdale 12.5,Red,France,"Tobacco and spice aromas precede a palate that has some weight, the tannins quite dry and tight but in balance with the red berry fruits. Spicy wood also shows, while the final acidity is almost too fresh.",,,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château les Ormes Sorbet 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-sorbet-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château les Ormes Sorbet 11,Sparkling,Italy,Bellussi's Extra Dry Prosecco is exceedingly smooth and easygoing thanks to the impressive creaminess of its texture. There's a playful touch of sweetness here that is reinforced by fragrant aromas of lemon blossom and white peach.,Extra Dry,13,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellussi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bellussi 14,White,France,"True to the house style, fruit is secondary here, hiding behind overt notes of wax and mineral. Palate lacks complexity but has a pleasant lemon tinge. There's a final acid kick on the hay-honey finish. Drink up.",Les Charmes Kritt,39,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Les Charmes Kritt Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-charmes-kritt-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This organic Brut Prosecco puts emphasis on floral and herbal notes that emerge at the side of subtle notes of peach and citrus. The wine is tart and steely in the mouth with a dry, slightly bitter close.",Animae Brut,23,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Perlage NV Animae Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-nv-animae-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Perlage 14.5,Red,Australia,"There's just a bit of Merlot mixed with the Cabernet Sauvignon here (18%) that likely contributes to the herbal, woodsy aspect of the nose. It's juicy and crisp, with sweet fruit and firm but ripe tannins in the mouth. A solid value. Drink now.",Polish Hill River,12,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pauletts 2005 Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pauletts-2005-polish-hill-river-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-clare-valley/,Cabernet Merlot,2005,Pauletts 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an elegant and smooth Prosecco with well-integrated notes of mineral, fruit and flower that successfully play off each other. Pair this wine with bacon-wrapped prunes.",Bareta Brut,19,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Merotto NV Bareta Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-nv-bareta-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Merotto 13.5,White,France,"After a few sulphur notes blow off, pretty vanilla and carnation aromas come forward, accented by delicate Chinese spices. There's more subtlety in the mouth and a rich texture, with melon top notes and a dry, medium finish. Drink now.",Reserve,21,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Reserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Pierre Sparr 9,White,Germany,"This tangy white shows true Mosel character with scents of wet stone, apricot and lime in a delicate, energetic frame. It's crisp and slightly sweet but refreshing throughout. Drink now to 2012.",Estate,17,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Mönchhof 2008 Estate Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchhof-2008-estate-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Mönchhof 14.8,Red,US,"Very ripe and robust. Shows explosive flavors of melted milk chocolate, blended into the purées of blackberries and raspberries, then sprinkled with cinnamon and pepper. Turns a bit sweet and raisiny on the finish. Drink now.",,24,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2007 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2007-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2007,Miraflores 15.5,Red,US,"Here's a big, bold, ripe and high alcohol Zinfandel. It explodes in blackberries, chocolate, licorice and pepper. Not for the faint-hearted.",Tina's Block Maple Vineyards,48,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2007 Tina's Block Maple Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2007-tinas-block-maple-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Armida 14.5,Red,Australia,There's good berry juiciness here and a nice smattering of nutmeg and cumin spice layered over a bed of tropical nuts. Only the barest hint of tannin comes through on the medium finish. Drink now.,,15,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Aramis 2007 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aramis-2007-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Aramis 14.5,Red,Australia,"Although the oak treatment here is heavy-handed, with a blanket of vanilla and coconut weighing down the fruit, there's enough fruit for some cherry and cassis notes to come through. The plummy palate finishes dense and black. Ideal with barbecue. Drink now or hold a few years for better integration.",Nine Vines,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2008 Nine Vines Shiraz-Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2008-nine-vines-shiraz-syrah-viognier-south/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Angove's 13.5,Red,US,"A Meritage-style blend based mainly on Cabernet and Merlot, grown in Mendocino, Sonoma and Napa counties. Slightly rustic in tannic structure, it has sleek flavors of berries, currants, charred oak and spices. A pretty good value for this sweetly charming wine.",Vintner's Reserve Alisium,17,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Vintner's Reserve Alisium Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-vintners-reserve-alisium-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Kendall-Jackson 9.5,White,Germany,"Here's a slightly drier style, with white flower, pear and stone fruit notes interspersed with an austere mineral character. Short-to-medium finish of Chinese spice box. Drink now.",Hattenheimer Kabinett,15,86,Rheingau,,,Karl Joh. Molitor 2008 Hattenheimer Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-joh-molitor-2008-hattenheimer-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Karl Joh. Molitor 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark as night, with prune and rubber on the nose along with murk and compost. It's extracted to the max, leaving a rubbery feel to go with supercharged boysenberry flavors. Gritty and forceful on the finish, and pushing tons of runaway flavor. Not for those who like restrained red wines.",,17,86,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2008 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2008-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2008,Luna Beberide 12.7,White,Australia,An interesting combination of lean cut grass aromas and riper tones of candied apple and watermelon. There's good intensity in the mouth and lingering notes of passion fruit and citrus on the medium finish. Drink up.,Ad Lib Straw Man,17,86,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Larry Cherubino 2008 Ad Lib Straw Man Sauvignon Blanc (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larry-cherubino-2008-ad-lib-straw-man-sauvignon-blanc-pemberton/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Larry Cherubino 14.2,Red,US,"Spicy and exuberant, if not particularly subtle, a big, juicy wine to drink with steaks and roasts. Bone dry, and pretty tough in tannins, it has flavors of blackberries, leather, cola, coffee and pepper. Ready now.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Terlato 2006 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Terlato 13,Red,Spain,"Nice, simple and fruity, with nothing but standard raspberry fruit and good mouthfeel up its sleeve. The palate is narrow and juicy, while the flavor profile rests on one level: raspberry. Clean and quick on the finish. Perfectly respectable for a $10 Ribera wine.",Tinto,10,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Recorba 2008 Tinto (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recorba-2008-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Recorba 13.5,Red,Spain,"Shows some meat and heft on the nose along with leather, rubber and black fruit. Solid and generic across the palate, with black cherry and berry flavors that are good and steady. Finishes slightly short and bitter, but overall it's a good wine for basic drinking.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solar de Randez 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-randez-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Solar de Randez 14.5,Red,US,"A bit tough and chewy, with jagged tannins, and the oak feels like it was imposed upon the wine. The black cherry, currant and chocolate flavors are pleasant enough. Ready now.",,34,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ferrari-Carano 13,Red,Uruguay,"Earth, saddle leather and roasted berry aromas lead the meaty nose to a round, mildly tanninc palate that's holding full plum and berry flavors. For Uruguay, this is a nice wine that hits on the proper cylindars. But in the long run the oak is a bit weighty and the balance seems tenuous. Good by local standards.",Adagio Espressivo,30,86,Canelones,,,Toscanini 2002 Adagio Espressivo Red (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscanini-2002-adagio-espressivo-red-canelones/,Red Blend,2002,Toscanini 14,Red,Australia,"Complex nose of sour cherries, orange pekoe, vanilla and black earth fades to a simpler palate of black cherries underlined by a gravel note. It's full-bodied, juicy and mouthwatering; a good choice for roast suckling pig. Drink over the next year or two.",,20,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2008 Tempranillo (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2008-tempranillo-western/,Tempranillo,2008,West Cape Howe 14.5,Red,US,"Cherries are the name of the game here, from beginning to end. Red cherries, black cherries, cherry jam, cherry pie, cherry liqueur. The texture is smooth, and the finish is dry. This is a nice, fairly complex wine that will elevate a great cheeseburger.",Estate,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2007 Estate Grenache (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-estate-grenache-sonoma-county/,Grenache,2007,Wellington 14.6,Red,US,"The texture is smooth and polished on this Cabernet Sauvignon, which has a refined tannin structure. The flavors are somewhat compromised, with touches of green mint and peppercorn, but it's rich enough in blackberries to satisfy. Now–2012.",Mohrhardt Ridge,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2006 Mohrhardt Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2006-mohrhardt-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Wellington 13.7,Red,US,"Tart and brittle, marked by scoury acidity and not-quite-ripe flavors of cherries, mint and caramel corn. Elegantly constructed, this Pinot is at its best now and for the next few years.",,32,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2007 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talley ,Red,New Zealand,"This wine starts off with bold fruit-driven aromas of plums and black cherries, but there's just the merest hint of dried fruit as well, and that continues on the palate. It's ripe and round, but ultimately a bit bulky, ending with a touch of espresso.",Map Maker,30,86,Central Otago,,,Staete Landt 2008 Map Maker Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2008-map-maker-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Staete Landt 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,There's a cheerful floral bouquet here that helps set this Prosecco Brut apart. Pair it with marinated shrimp or seafood salad and enjoy the natural acidity and sweet citrus flavors.,Brut,19,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Maschio dei Cavalieri NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maschio-cavalieri-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Maschio dei Cavalieri 14,Red,Spain,"Dry and mildly herbal on the nose, with an aromatic base of raspberry and cherry. At 60% Garnacha and 40% Carignan, this is a standard Priorat blend with good intensity and a slightly reduced mouthfeel. Flavors of baked berry fruit are regular, while chocolaty warmth, fig paste and molasses work the finish. Drink now.",Gran Nasard,39,86,Catalonia,Priorat,,Llicorella Vins 2005 Gran Nasard Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llicorella-vins-2005-gran-nasard-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2005,Llicorella Vins ,Red,Spain,"An assault of oak, vanilla and cigar box is the opening salvo, while wave two and three bring raisiny aromas and finally lemon peel. Chunky and tough in the mouth, with vanilla and resin running ahead of acidic raspberry fruit. Finishes with a mix of sauciness, tang, wood notes and candy.",La Navilla,,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pedrosa 2006 La Navilla (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedrosa-2006-navilla-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Pedrosa 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This rosé sparkler boasts many attractive qualities. Its aromas are bright and fresh with notes of stone fruit and small berries, and the mouthfeel is tonic and tight. The smooth perlage is persistent and clean.",Rosé Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Conte Collalto NV Rosé Extra Dry Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-collalto-nv-rose-extra-dry-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Conte Collalto 14.1,Red,US,"Tough and weedy, this is Laetitia's least Pinot Noir, although it does show fine Central Coast firmness and dryness. Satisfies for its cherry and licorice flavors, enhanced with smoky sandalwood. Drink now.",Estate,25,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2008-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Laetitia 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Applesauce aromas are open and inoffensive, and the palate is wet and refreshing, with crisp, dry green apple and generic white fruit flavors. As a brut nature, it makes sense that the finish would be wet, lean and taste like lime-infused soda water.",Brut Nature Gran Reserva,16,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Sabartés NV Brut Nature Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sabartes-nv-brut-nature-gran-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Sabartés 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a slightly simple but clean and precise example of Pinot Gris, with melon and pear notes upfront, followed by a touch of apple on the finish. Lots of fruit, finishing crisp and refreshing.",,15,86,Marlborough,,,Jules Taylor 2008 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jules-taylor-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2008,Jules Taylor 13,White,Germany,"A truly mouthwatering wine, with lovely aromas of freesia, mineral and petroleum, backed up by grapefruit and apricot in the mouth. Finishes fresh and crisp with apple and peach blossom character. Ideal for an apéritif. Drink now.",Escherndorfer Lump Spätlese Trocken,36,86,Franken,,,Horst Sauer 2007 Escherndorfer Lump Spätlese Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horst-sauer-2007-escherndorfer-lump-spatlese-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2007,Horst Sauer 14,Red,Australia,"Fresh and straightforward, with earthy raspberry fruit and grass scents followed by intense herbal-spiked cherry liqueur flavors on the palate. With its well-managed tannins, this is a good choice for lighter beef dishes, like pot roast.",,14,86,Victoria,Victoria,,Green Point 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2007-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2007,Green Point 12.5,White,France,"Pleasant, with broad appeal, this wine opens with Poire William, mineral and rose notes, followed by Asian spice on the tongue. There's noticeable sweetness here but a spicy character keeps it from being cloying. Serve with Pad Thai. Drink now.",,12,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Helfrich 2008 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helfrich-2008-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Helfrich 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"This wine from 100% Tannat, Uruguay's flagship grape variety, offers up an intriguing bouquet of salumeria. It's honest and giving, with convincing flavors of roasted meat and blackberries set against a backdrop of vanilla. Clean and modern in style. Very promising.",Don Pascual Roble,,86,Juanico,,,Establecimiento Juanico 2006 Don Pascual Roble Tannat (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/establecimiento-juanico-2006-don-pascual-roble-other-red-tannat-juanico/,Tannat,2006,Establecimiento Juanico 9.5,White,Germany,"Luxurious and off-dry, with faded flower scents shot through with gunflint. Roses and carnations grace the palate, trailing off to a medium, perfumed finish. Try with Thai noodles. Drink at its peak now but will hold a few years.",,23,86,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2008 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2008-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 14.8,Red,US,"Superripe and fruity, with strong flavors of cherries, chocolate and new oak. The mountain tannins are rich and polished. A good wine, but somewhat one-dimensional. Drink now.",,48,86,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Barnett 2007 Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2007-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2007,Barnett 14.8,Red,US,"This is a jammy, fruity wine. Like an Aussie Shiraz, it offers a mouthburst of tart cherries, blackberries, currants and spices. Finishes totally dry, with a crisp edge of acidity. Drink now.",Estate Grown,38,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ballentine 2007 Estate Grown Petit Verdot (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2007-estate-grown-petit-verdot-petite-napa-st-helena/,Petit Verdot,2007,Ballentine 14.7,White,US,"Fruity and oaky, this Chardonnay is made in the modern California style of immediate palate appeal. It's not especially complex or ageworthy, but has crowd-pleasing flavors of pineapple tart, crème brûlée and vanilla cookies.",,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Athair 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/athair-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Athair 14.4,White,US,"A little too soft and sweet for balance, with flavors like the melted filling of pineapple tart, lemon meringue pie and vanilla custard. Alcohol adds a nice, balancing burn.",HMR Estate,32,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 HMR Estate Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-hmr-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2008,Adelaida 14.5,Red,Australia,"Really pleasant in an understated style, this wine charms with its potpourri and cranberry scents and well-mannered tannins. Lovely aftertaste of boysenberry and applesauce. Drink now.",The Broad-Side,14,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2006 The Broad-Side Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2006-broad-side-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bleasdale 8,White,Germany,"Crisp, refreshing and light as a feather, with lemon zest and honeysuckle scents that wind down to a musk finish. There's a lot of flavor here for a fair price; consider this one for your next big gathering.",Dhroner Hofberger Spätlese,19,86,Mosel,,,Bollig-Lehnert 2008 Dhroner Hofberger Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollig-lehnert-2008-dhroner-hofberger-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Bollig-Lehnert 13,White,Australia,"High-toned yet refreshing, offering up petroleum, cat pee and mineral scents before releasing gooseberry and lime flavors in the mouth. Light-bodied, with a slightly clipped finish of quince. Drink now.",Vineyard Select,17,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Angove's 2008 Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2008-vineyard-select-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Angove's 14.4,Red,US,"Brawny just begins to describe this Zin. It's dry, tannic and full bodied, with powerful wild berry, currant, tobacco and spice flavors that finish in a reprise of tannic bitterness. Nothing shy about this born companion to barbecued ribs.",Old Vine,13,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Truscott 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truscott-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Truscott 14.5,Red,Spain,"Full, savory and beefy on the nose, with a snappy, juicy palate that's flavorful and offers pretty good feel. Size is no issue with this wine, which gives you all the basics of red wine while never once hinting at being more than it is.",La Brujo Roble,15,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodega Virgen de la Sierra 2007 La Brujo Roble Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-virgen-sierra-2007-brujo-roble-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2007,Bodega Virgen de la Sierra 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a fresh and light Extra Dry style Prosecco with a luminous appearance and tonic bubbles. The aromas recall citrus, white flower and peach and the bubbly wine would taste great as an aperitivo.",Cuvée Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Carpenè Malvolti NV Cuvée Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpene-malvolti-nv-cuvee-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Carpenè Malvolti ,White,France,"A rich style, already creamy in texture, showing the ripe fruit of 2009. It has a soft texture, with balancing grapefruit but more with sweeter fruits.",Château Ducla,,86,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Yvon Mau 2009 Château Ducla (Entre-Deux-Mers),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2009-chateau-ducla-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Yvon Mau 14.5,Red,US,"Not as rich or satisfying as the '06, probably a victim of the cool vintage. The wine makes an effort at lean elegance, and largely succeeds, except for a stubborn sharpness throughout. Despite that you'll find pleasant, oak-inspired black cherry and currant flavors. Drink now.",Cheval,40,86,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2007 Cheval Cabernet Franc (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2007-cheval-cabernet-franc-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Yates Family Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"There's a rustic quality to the tannins, which are chewy and stemmy and not quite ripe. They give a tough mouthfeel to the black cherry, black currant and caramelized oak flavors. Decant before serving.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2007 Petit Verdot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-petit-verdot-petite-sonoma-valley/,Petit Verdot,2007,Wellington 12,Sparkling,Italy,This bright pink-colored rosé sparkler is packaged in a nifty ribbed bottle that will surely impress your guests. This is an easy and informal wine—perfect for entertaining with friends—with sweet aromas of berry fruit and raspberry.,Roös Brut Rosato,,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Foss Marai NV Roös Brut Rosato Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-roos-brut-rosato-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Foss Marai 13.8,White,US,"Crisp and citrusy. Treads predictable grounds for California Sauvignon Blanc, but in a superior way. Flatters with pineapple and Meyer lemon flavors that are ultraclean and racy.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hanna ,White,US,"Though labeled late harvest, it's really almost dry, with just enough sweetness to tickle the tongue. This is a straightforward, slightly sugary Riesling with a little honey and tea in the flavors. The fruit is simple citrus, and there is a suggestion of toasted grain in the finish.",Late Harvest,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2008 Late Harvest Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2008-late-harvest-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Elk Cove 13,White,Uruguay,"Weighty and rich, but the melon core to this Uruguayan Viognier is solid. The palate pumps round apple with walnut shadings, and the finish goes to melon, papaya and banana. It's already aging and won't last for long; get it while it's still good.",Don Pascual Reserve,15,86,Juanico,,,Establecimiento Juanico 2005 Don Pascual Reserve Viognier (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/establecimiento-juanico-2005-don-pascual-reserve-viognier-juanico/,Viognier,2005,Establecimiento Juanico 14,White,New Zealand,"The 2008 vintage in Central Otago didn't yield the power or concentration of 2007, and this wine's performance reflects that. It's a slender, off-dry wine, with pineapple and pear fruit and a hint of coffee on the finish.",,22,86,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 2008 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2008,Peregrine 13,White,New Zealand,"A medium-bodied, off-dry rendition of Riesling, Peregrine's 2007 features hints of peachy ripeness to go along with its stricter lime notes. Finishes crisp, verging on hard.",,19,86,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 2007 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-2007-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2007,Peregrine 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with hard aromas akin to nail polish and rubber gloves. More typical and fruity in the mouth, but it remains kind of lean despite being expansive in the mouth. Tastes like raspberry, with some candy. Gets better as it airs out.",Old Vines,17,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Quo 2007 Old Vines Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quo-2007-old-vines-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2007,Quo 14.4,Red,US,"A bit overripe, with a chocolate-covered raisin edge to the blackberry, cola and oak flavors. Turns almost sweet on the finish. More rusticity is added by the tannins, which have a dry, herbal feeling. Drink now.",Nevins Vineyard,39,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dutcher Crossing 2006 Nevins Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutcher-crossing-2006-nevins-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dutcher Crossing 13.5,White,France,"Here's a spunky little wine, with gardenia and apple scents and a slightly funky background note. It's crisp and medium-bodied, with a short-to-medium finish redolent of fresh lemons. Try with light fish dishes. Drink up.",Pinot D'Alsace,26,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Pinot D'Alsace White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-pinot-dalsace-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Red,US,"Cloudline wines are a project of importer Dreyfus Ashby, vinified with guidance from DDO's Veronique Drouhin. It's a professional product, clean and straightforward, with tart red fruits and striking acidity. The tannins, ripe and firm, provide some finishing heft.",,21,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Cloudline 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudline-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cloudline 13,Red,France,"From the weight of the bottle, Danielle and Richard Dubois obviously think this wine is important. In fact, it is a rich, stewed-fruit-flavored wine, with soft and dense tannins, very ready to drink, but suffering from the hot year.",Arthémis,,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,D & R Dubois 2003 Arthémis (Côtes de Castillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/d-r-dubois-2003-arthemis-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,D & R Dubois 14.5,Red,France,"The weight of the structure is almost overpowering for the fresh blackberry fruits in the wine. Its presence is big, powerful, with bitter fruits and black figs, finishing with a final punch of richness.",Château Pérenne,20,86,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Bernard Magrez 2005 Château Pérenne (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2005-chateau-perenne-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Bernard Magrez 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's the slightest hint of matchstick at the start that initially takes away from the integrity of the fruit. It blows off soon enough to reveal a soft, foamy sparker with bright notes of sweet peach, citrus and fresh flowers.",Dry,13,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellussi NV Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bellussi 14.2,Red,US,"Oaky, with massive vanilla cream, caramel and smoky meringue aromas and flavors dominating everything else. Under that is a fine wine, drily tannic and complex in blackberries and black currants.",,48,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bartalotti 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartalotti-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bartalotti 13,Red,New Zealand,"In contrast to previous vintages, The Crossing's 2008 Pinot Noir seems a little herbal and even tomato-like at first, but then some delicate cherry fruit emerges on the palate of this lightweight offering, finishing with lingering tartness.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,The Crossings 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,The Crossings 11,White,Germany,"This is a thoroughly enjoyable sipper with moderate intensity, pretty tiger lily and baby's breath scents and a finish that's all apricot fruit, but with a faint mineral note. Drink now.",,19,86,Mosel,,,Studert-Prüm 2008 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/studert-prum-2008-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Studert-Prüm 10,White,Germany,"Peach, lemon meringue and pear meld with mineral flavors in a medium-bodied frame. There's a good amount of residual sugar here and lovely grapefruit peel and stone fruit accents on the short-to-medium finish. Drink now.",Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese,20,86,Rheinhessen,,,Seebrich 2008 Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seebrich-2008-niersteiner-hipping-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Seebrich 12,White,Germany,Ample and off-dry with spunky notes of crushed flowers and fresh herbs. Finishes on a charming note of baked apple. This likable wine is a good choice for a big crowd.,Qualitätswein,,86,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2008 Qualitätswein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2008-qualitatswein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Johannisberger 10,White,Germany,"A decadent, extroverted style, with sweet flowers, overripe apricots and a honeysuckle character that is saved from being cloying by a shining streak of acidity. Try with Malaysian food. Drink now to 2014.",Niersteiner Bergkirche Kabinett,24,86,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2007 Niersteiner Bergkirche Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2007-niersteiner-bergkirche-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2007,Louis Guntrum 14,Red,New Zealand,"Production (and pricing) of this wine have moved up considerably since 2005, when it represented a pretty good value at $23. The 2008 shows plenty of concentration, herbal overtones, slightly jammy, berry-like fruit and lashings of coffee and chocolate. Drink it over the next 12 months or so.",Vintage Window,32,86,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2008 Vintage Window Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2008-vintage-window-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jackson Estate 13,White,France,"Perfumy and light-bodied, with plenty of white flowers, honey and beeswax. The dry palate turns almost sharp at the end, pointing to an affinity with oysters. This wine has neither the charm of youthful fruit nor the complexity of maturity; better to give it a few years age.",Réserve,20,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2008 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2008-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Lucien Albrecht 14,Red,US,"Tough and lean. This was a difficult vintage for Talley, who did their best, but the wine is lacking in fruit, although it's properly dry. Oak is the strongest flavor, dominating the modest cherries and cola.",Rosemary's Vineyard Estate Bottled,70,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2007 Rosemary's Vineyard Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2007-rosemarys-vineyard-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talley 14.5,White,US,"Dryness and herba notes mark this wine. Despite some rich oak influences, it comes down on the mineral and sage side, only vaguely suggesting fruitier notes of pineapples and peaches.",Stuhlmuller Vineyards Reserve,32,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Summers 2008 Stuhlmuller Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2008-stuhlmuller-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Summers 13,White,Germany,"An austere, spicy wine and a successful effort in the trocken category, with Christmas spices and orange peel scents and a light but balanced palate. The clove-inflected finish is just this side of medium. Drink now to 2013.",Scharlenberg Bingen Trocken,,86,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2008 Scharlenberg Bingen Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2008-scharlenberg-bingen-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Rheingraf 12,White,Spain,"With dusty apple cider aromas and tingling acidity, this seems a lot like Galician Albariño even though it's from Costers del Segre in Catalonia. Given its price, it boasts solid if pithy apple and gooseberry flavors, modest elegance and only a touch of bitterness on a green fruit finish. Drink soon.",Viña 24,10,86,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 2008 Viña 24 Albariño (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-2008-vina-24-albarino-costers-segre/,Albariño,2008,Raimat 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a textbook Prosecco that should be easy to find. This brilliant sparkler offers a subdued bouquet, with bright accents of white rose, lime and peach blossom.",Extra Dry,16,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Mionetto NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Mionetto 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Extra Dry Prosecco offers a luminous, bright style with a lively bouquet that includes grass notes, spring flowers, stone fruit and citrus. There's a touch of white pepper on the close and the wine offers a soft, creamy finish.",Colbelo Extra Dry,19,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Merotto NV Colbelo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-nv-colbelo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Merotto 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Try this refreshing Prosecco with crackers and cheese; the crisp acidity and floral freshness will keep your palate clean, bite after bite. Aromas here include acacia, honeysuckle and peach blossom.",Brut,19,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Toffoli NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toffoli-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Toffoli 14,Red,Spain,"Simple, fruity Rioja with mildly candied red berry aromas that turn sweeter and more syrupy with airing. The palate is all zing and zap, with jumpy, mid-weight red berry and herbal flavors. Ditto on the finish, which has a peppery quality.",Ibéricos Crianza,16,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Soto de Torres 2007 Ibéricos Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soto-torres-2007-ibericos-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Soto de Torres 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This easy sparkling wine opens with a luminous, crystalline appearance and segues to aromas of mineral, citrus and white flowers. Pair this crisp wine with appetizer cheese and spinach dips.",Palazzo Rosso Brut,20,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sommariva NV Palazzo Rosso Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sommariva-nv-palazzo-rosso-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Sommariva 15.2,White,US,"Tastes very oaky, with vanilla and caramel flavors dominating the earthy pineapples and green apples. That earthiness shows up in the form of sage-like herbs. Ready now.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oakville Ranch 2007 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2007-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Oakville Ranch 14.4,Red,US,"A good wine, but incomplete, and shows why Cabernet Franc is a tough variety to bottle on its own. You get a blast of cherries and oak, with sturdy tannins, but the wine lacks depth and complexity.",Robert's Blend,90,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oakville Ranch 2005 Robert's Blend Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2005-roberts-blend-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Oakville Ranch 14,Red,South Africa,"Sumptuous blackberry, cassis and mocha aromas and flavors are delivered in a smooth, lush wave in this sexy Cabernet. Balanced, approachable and ending with a lively, spicy finish, the wine is versatile and will pair well with game, roast lamb.",Manor House,20,86,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2007 Manor House Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2007-manor-house-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Nederburg 13,White,Australia,"A subtle expression, with quince scents gaining the upper hand over lime, peach and lanolin. The palate turns to caramel, vanilla and Asian spice while some hints of stone fruit pop up on the short-to-medium finish. Try with swordfish. Drink now.",,13,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Woolundry Rd 2008 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woolundry-rd-2008-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2008,Woolundry Rd 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Vigna del Paradiso, a vineyard-designate Extra Dry Prosecco, offers subdued aromas of white flowers and stone fruit. There's cooling acidity and delicious foaming in the mouth that makes for a full and soft sensation overall.",Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry,20,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Montesel Renzo NV Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-renzo-nv-vigna-paradiso-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Montesel Renzo 9,White,Germany,". Lemon zest and exotic spices enliven the nose while the crisp palate is rounded out by notes of cooked pear. Despite a sweet attack, this Riesling finishes dry and chalky. Drink now to 2011.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,22,86,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2008 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2008-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 13,White,US,"A lean, crisp, herbal Chardonnay. Lacks richness, but the structure is dry and elegant. Shows tobacco, sage, cedar and citrus fruit flavors.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elkhorn Peak 2007 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elkhorn-peak-2007-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Elkhorn Peak 13.5,Red,Germany,"There's sweet, ripe fruit here meshed with black earth notes but also a back note of rhubarb and green vegetables. Crisp, medium finish. A few years in the cellar will help integrate a slightly disjointed vanilla note.",Hecklinger Schlossberg R Trocken,70,86,Baden,,,Huber 2007 Hecklinger Schlossberg R Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2007-hecklinger-schlossberg-r-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2007,Huber 13.5,Red,US,"Pinots at this price are usually pretty awful, but this bucks the trend and offers real value. It shows the silky texture, dryness and rich cherry-cola flavors you want in the variety, with an added touch of barrel age. The result is welcome. Production was 4,000 cases.",,16,86,California,California Other,California,Esser 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Esser 14.5,Red,Hungary,"A good introduction to the better reds of Hungary, this Cabernet Sauvignon shows ripe berry character on the nose and notes of plums and stewed fruit in the mouth. What it lacks in freshness, it makes up for in concentration and ambition. Try with beef stew. Best now but will last a few years.",,25,86,Villány,,,Gere Attila 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gere-attila-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-villany/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gere Attila 13,Red,France,"A wine that is highly extracted, the tannins with a hard edge. It is not helped by excessive wood. The ensemble is aggressive and rather tough.",,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Grand Corbin ,Dessert,France,"A wine that seems dilute, the texture light, while the fruit is reluctant to show much. There is a hollow center here, leaving a wine that is simply pleasant.",,,86,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Romer du Hayot 2007 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-hayot-2007-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Romer du Hayot 13.5,Red,Spain,"A touch minty and dry smelling, with simple, solid, slightly underdeveloped flavors. All in all, it's hard to find much brightness in this wine; instead it's subdued and chocolaty, and it never really crosses the Rubicon of ripeness. That said, it goes down easy and doesn't burn like many Toro wines.",Gran Colegiata Barrica,12,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2007 Gran Colegiata Barrica (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2007-gran-colegiata-barrica-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Bodegas Fariña 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Good aromatic intensity is offset by cheerful effervescence and tonic crispness. This Prosecco's bouquet offers sweet flowers and peach blossom. The wine would pair well with marinated seafood salad.,Brut,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Caposaldo NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caposaldo-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Caposaldo 14.8,Red,US,"A very rich, extracted and oaky style of Cabernet. You could almost call it a fruit bomb. Blasts in the mouth with an explosion of cherries, blackberries, plums, currants and carob. Lacks finesse. Could develop, but it's a risk.",Dr. Crane,110,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,B Cellars 2006 Dr. Crane Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2006-dr-crane-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,B Cellars 13,Sparkling,Italy,The wine opens with candy-like notes of butterscotch and caramel and is backed with thick saturation and extraction. It won't appeal to everyone—the wine is very dense and austere—but it does offer remarkable intensity.,Brut Millesimato,31,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castelveder 2004 Brut Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelveder-2004-brut-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2004,Castelveder 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This is an extremely popular and well-distributed Prosecco (you should have no problem finding it anywhere in the U.S.) that lives up to all the promises of textbook Prosecco. The wine is light and luminous and offers a refreshing blast of peach and white fruit.,Zeta Dry,17,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Zardetto 2009 Zeta Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-2009-zeta-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Zardetto 13,Red,France,"Very smooth and soft, this is an interpretation of Bordeaux that left out the tannins. But the pleasure in this easy, ripe wine is there, the blackberry fruit rich and right up front.",Château Haut-Meneau La Victoire,20,87,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Xavier Flouret 2006 Château Haut-Meneau La Victoire (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2006-chateau-haut-meneau-victoire-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Xavier Flouret 13.5,Red,Spain,"Fairly generous for a bargain-priced, everyday Rioja. There's bacon, rubber, leather and mild oak on the fruity bouquet, while the palate is concentrated, jumpy and hosts honest red berry fruit flavors along with dry oak and a spot of vanilla. Meets any reasonable expectation of what $12 Rioja should be.",,12,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Sierra Cantabria 13.5,Red,Spain,"From Viña Mayor, this French-oak-aged wine is composed and dry, with good plum and berry aromas that bring balanced oak as well. The palate sports proper weight and balance, solid berry and plum flavors, and a warm, minty finish. Not mind blowing but good for a weak vintage.",Secreto,20,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2007 Secreto (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2007-secreto-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Viña Mayor 11,White,Germany,"Zesty and fresh, with notes of green plums and grass leading to palate of lemon meringue and pineapple. Finishes sweet but well balanced, with a nice stone fruit accent. A good crowd-pleaser at a fair price.",Qualitätswein,18,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2008 Qualitätswein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2008-qualitatswein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Vollrads 13.9,White,US,"No oak to interfere with the ripe, opulent flavors of pineapples, lemons, limes and tangerines, which are brightened and heightened by crisp acidity. The price is right on this balanced, savory Chardonnay.",Francine's Selection Unoaked,13,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Toad Hollow 2008 Francine's Selection Unoaked Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2008-francines-selection-unoaked-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Toad Hollow 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A very good Pinot Noir at a realistic price, Villa Maria's 2008 Private Bin offers solid cherry fruit and touches of barrel char and beet root. The texture is silky, the finish reasonably long. Drink it over the next year or so.",Private Bin,20,87,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2008 Private Bin Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2008-private-bin-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Villa Maria 14,Red,Spain,"Dark purple in color, with a jammy nose of berry fruit and coconut. The palate is concentrated, a little narrow and sharp in the center, with snappy, pointed cherry and berry flavors. Fruity but sheer wine, with dashes of nutmeg and cocoa powder on the finish.",Elite Vendimia Seleccionada,29,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2006 Elite Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2006-elite-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2006,Pradorey 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Spy Valley's 2007 Envoy Gewürztraminer is a lush, slightly sweet rendering of the variety, filled with peach, melon and spice. Finishes soft, with a touch of white pepper. Drink now.",Envoy,,87,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2007 Envoy Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2007-envoy-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Spy Valley 12.5,White,Australia,"A fabulous value in the under-appreciated Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc category, this spicy white is lively, fresh and highly perfumed, with notes of tangerine and orchids that give way a medium-bodied palate redolent of orange flower. There's well-defined acidity and citrus notes on the dry finish, suggesting a complement of lighter fish dishes. Drink up.",,10,87,Australia Other,Central Ranges,,Rolling 2007 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Central Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rolling-2007-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-central-ranges/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2007,Rolling ,Red,US,"Westland is the second label of Methven Family Vineyards. This seems sure to be a popular wine—broadly fruity, lightly chocolaty, firmly tannic, yet clearly varietal. The fruit brings cherries and berries, rounded out nicely with chocolate and coconut flavors. The wine shows some astringent tannins and finishing earthiness.",Citizen's Cuvée,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westland 2008 Citizen's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westland-2008-citizens-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Westland 10,White,Germany,"Savory in aroma, with popcorn and toast flavors punctuated by a spice thread. Noticeably off-dry, this subtle white winds up on a sweet peach note. Drink now.",Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese,19,87,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 2008 Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-georg-albrecht-schneider-2008-niersteiner-hipping-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 14.1,Red,US,"This is a pretty, polished and supple Pinot Noir for drinking now and over the short range. It's dry and crisp, with herb-tinged flavors of cherries and cola.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Truchard 13.6,White,Australia,"An intriguing mix of beeswax, fresh grain, wet wool and tropical fruit is the forerunner to a weighty palate of wild nuts, lime and grapefruit. There's just enough acidity here and a refreshing hit of lemon on the finish. Drink now.",,16,87,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,TLC 2008 Chardonnay (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tlc-2008-chardonnay-limestone-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,TLC 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,You'll love the sparkling crispness and buoyant nature of this fresh and vibrant Prosecco (made with organically farmed grapes). It would pair well with cubed Pecorino or Parmigiano cheese thanks to its firm acidity.,Canah Brut,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Perlage NV Canah Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-nv-canah-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Perlage 15.7,Red,US,"Zins hardly get much bigger or bolder than this one. With very high alcohol, it's dry and full bodied, with a glyceriney mouthfeel to the blackberries, cola, mocha and peppery spices. Drink now.",Reserve West Dry Creek,50,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Reserve West Dry Creek Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-reserve-west-dry-creek-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco 12.5,Red,France,"Attractive, simple Bordeaux, its acidity kept nicely in check by bright black berry fruits, some sweet tannins and a well- judged amount of wood. For drinking now.",Arte,16,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Arte (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-arte-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse 14.7,Red,US,"A very good Merlot, dry and balanced, although it's at its best now due to a certain directness. Shows ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries, cocoa, herbs and oak, wrapped into mellow tannins.",,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Autumn 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-autumn-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,M. Autumn 14,White,New Zealand,"This off-dry Pinot Gris starts off with a touch of passionfruit and spice on the nose, then adds honeyed melon and pear flavors on the palate. The finish lingers, prolonged by pineapple-citrus notes. Drink now.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2009 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2009,Omaka Springs ,Red,New Zealand,"Bright cherries lead the way in this slightly coarse-textured wine that turns rather astringent on the finish. It's meant to be aged, and may come into better harmony by 2014 or so, because there is admirable concentration.",Cornerstone Cabernet-Merlot-Malbec,,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Newton Forrest Estate 2007 Cornerstone Cabernet-Merlot-Malbec Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-forrest-estate-2007-cornerstone-cabernet-merlot-malbec-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Newton Forrest Estate 14,Red,South Africa,"Classic and clean, the Neil Ellis Shiraz speaks of its Elgin origins. Black cherry, mocha and vanilla aromas and flavors are buoyed by good minerality, and tannins are soft and subtle. A pretty wine with food-pairing potential.",,20,87,Elgin,,,Neil Ellis 2007 Shiraz (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-elgin/,Shiraz,2007,Neil Ellis 9,White,Germany,"Pretty, in a ballet dancer style, with an underlying strength that belies the apparent delicacy. Classic, peachy and delicious.",Mosel Slate Spätlese,25,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Mönchhof 2008 Mosel Slate Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchhof-2008-mosel-slate-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Mönchhof 14.8,Red,US,"A dry, well structured Bordeaux blend. Speaks volumes for the winery's efforts to wrest real complexity and style from these rugged, hot Foothills. Shows proper blackberry, black currant and herb flavors, with a balanced touch of oak. Ready now.",,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2007 Meritage (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Meritage,2007,Miraflores 8.5,White,Germany,"Unusual, with pine, bread dough and fish seasoning scents underpinned by a note of lemon. There's mandarin orange in the delicate mouth, and a medium finish shot through with smoky notes. Drink now to 2012.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,26,87,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 14.2,White,US,"Ripeness of fruit characterizes this Chardonnay. It brims with pineapple tart, green apple, vanilla, meringue, buttercream and cinnamon flavors, with a good cut of acidity.",Barrel Fermented,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2008 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Flora Springs ,White,Germany,"A very classic style, with peach and floral notes upfront set against a mineral backdrop. There's riveting acidity in the mouth and some slate character but it fades away a bit too quickly. Drink or hold a few years for a richer texture.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,21,87,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2008 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2008-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 13.5,White,France,"Opens with an attractive musk note, followed by guava, quince and pear. The palate shows moderate intensity and good freshness. Winds up with a graham cracker note on the finish. This lazy, decadent wine is a good choice for mild blue cheese. Drink now or over the next few years.",Spiegel Grand Cru,28,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Spiegel Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-spiegel-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A nose of fennel, mocha and plum, followed by a burst of earthy smoked meat, blackberry and cherry flavors, give this wine a masculine edge. Not overly complex but certainly enticing, the wine is both rich and sensible, and will pair well with BBQ, lamb and spiced meat dishes.",,10,87,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2007 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2007,Excelsior 14.2,Red,US,"This is the first Easton Pinot Noir ever reviewed in this magazine, and it's a promising start for the winery, which is known for Zinfandel. Shows Pinot's dryness and silky texture, and proper flavors of raspberries, red currants, cola, spices and cedar. The next step, if Easton is ambitious, is to build in complexity.",Duarte-Georgetown Vineyard,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2008 Duarte-Georgetown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2008-duarte-georgetown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sierra-foothills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Easton ,Red,France,"Big fruited wine, its wood element just a support for the ripe black berry and cranberry flavors. The tannins are a big element here, firm and very dry, but with the fruit freshness, the wine is ready to drink.",Haut Boutet du Château Cantinot,26,87,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Cantinot 2005 Haut Boutet du Château Cantinot (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantinot-2005-haut-boutet-du-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cantinot 12.5,Red,France,"Aromas of new wood follow through with rich toast, balanced with black currant fruits. The wine is fresh, the acidity a strong presence along with a layer of dried fruit flavors and tannins.",Réserve,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Grand Jean 2006 Réserve (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2006-reserve-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Grand Jean 12,White,France,"A ripe, gentle wine, with some sweet fruits touched by honey. The texture has apple skins as well as creaminess. The finale is soft, full in the mouth.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château du Pin Franc 2008 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pin-franc-2008-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château du Pin Franc 14.3,White,US,"Pretty oaky, with a flood of caramel and buttered toast, and you have to wonder why they plastered so much barrel influence, because the underlying wine is pretty good. Buried under the wood is a dry, crisp Chardonnay with pineapple, pear, floral and mineral flavors. Give it a good decant and don't serve too cold.",Limited Release,40,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2008 Limited Release Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2008-limited-release-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Artesa 14.5,Red,US,"Good and dry, with slightly earthy flavors of cherries, cola, red currants and smoky oak, in a velvety texture. Would benefit from greater crispness and brightness, but a nice sipper for now.",HMR Estate,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2007 HMR Estate Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2007-hmr-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adelaida 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut sparkler opens with a pale straw color and offers aromas of stone fruit, yellow rose and dried herbs. It yields a sharp and steely sensation in the mouth followed by crisp acidity and refreshing fruit tones.",Brut,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Barone Pizzini ,White,US,"Green melon and green apple fruit is lightly scented with aromas of white flowers and talc. The big fruit, low alcohol, tart and tangy character of Müller-Thurgau is nicely showcased, with just a touch of residual sugar.",Cuvée A,14,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2008 Cuvée A Müller-Thurgau (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2008-cuvee-a-other-white-muller-thurgau-willamette-valley/,Müller-Thurgau,2008,Anne Amie 8,White,Germany,"Quite off-dry but balanced, with pretty pear scents over a base of wet earth and honey. Medium, slightly funky finish. Ideal to partner with a Malaysian seafood dish. Drink now to 2012.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,22,87,Mosel,,,Bollig-Lehnert 2008 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollig-lehnert-2008-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Bollig-Lehnert ,Red,New Zealand,"Some slightly smoky, barrel-char aromas are subtle enough to allow rose-petal notes to slip through, backed by assertive flavors of cherries and toasty oak. This is a fairly full-bodied, spicy Pinot that pleases upfront before quickly slipping away.",,22,87,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Grove Mill 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a Rhône blend that's full of life and zest. It's a clean, muscular sipper that completely satisfies with tannicly inspired flavors of blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and pepper. A fine country-style wine with elements of elegance.",Cuvee,12,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2007 Cuvee Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2007-cuvee-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Liberty School 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a benchmark Prosecco Extra Dry with just enough natural sweetness in its fiber to enforce its pretty aromas of peach, apricot and grapefruit. The flavors are light and delicate and a much-needed touch of acidity keeps the palate refreshed.",Extra Dry,12,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Manzane NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-manzane-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Le Manzane 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Cruner represents a compact and complete expression of Prosecco. This cheerful sparkler is creamy, foamy in the mouth and offers sweet tones of musk, peach blossom and cantaloupe melon.",Cruner Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Colture NV Cruner Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-cruner-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Le Colture 13,White,France,"A wine that disdains the typical fruit profile, aromas here turn to vanilla, browned apple and savory Asian dishes. The palate has good weight and firm acidity but is a bit lacking in appealing flavor. Medium finish. Drink up.",Le Kottabe,32,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2006 Le Kottabe Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2006-le-kottabe-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2006,Josmeyer 13,White,France,"Unusually subdued nose of pear and mineral leads to a nuanced palate of pear, papaya and kiwi that's noticeably sweet. There could be more flavor and persistence though a high level of concentration is evident. A good complement to spicy Asian food. Drink now.",Letzenberg,55,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2007 Letzenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2007-letzenberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Jean-Baptiste Adam 13.9,White,US,"A rich, fruity Viognier that shows its sunny, warm origins in the ripe array of tropical fruits, wildflowers, honey, vanilla and spices, and also in the softness. Easy to drink and quite enjoyable, especially as a cocktail wine.",,23,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hawley 2008 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2008-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2008,Hawley 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This Swartland red offers aromas of spice and red cherry/berry aromas, followed by vanilla, cherry and pepper flavors. Soft and smooth, the wine is a good everyday red sip that will pair well with myriad meat and game dishes.",Zinfandel - Syrah,35,87,Swartland,,,Lammershoek 2007 Zinfandel - Syrah Red (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lammershoek-2007-zinfandel-syrah-red-swartland/,Red Blend,2007,Lammershoek 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, superripe, extracted and oaky, this Cabernet is like a melted dessert pastry. Floods the palate with sweet blackberry jam, cherry pie filling, caramel and vanilla flavors that dissolve on the finish into smoky-buttery opulence.",Secret Veil,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,A. Faustini 2007 Secret Veil Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-faustini-2007-secret-veil-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,A. Faustini 14.5,Red,US,"Shows rich, extracted flavors of blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam, milk chocolate, black currants, licorice and smoky cedar wood. The fruit is nice and ripe, but the wine is a little too soft and sweet. Drink now.",Reserve,30,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Shannon Ridge 14.4,Red,US,"A bit lean, although it's very clean and elegant. Marked by acidity, and with a silky texture, it shows flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola, herbs, golden tobacco and sandalwood. Drink now.",,35,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Krutz 2007 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Krutz 13.5,Red,US,"A good, dry, full-bodied Petite Sirah to enjoy with hearty fare, such as pizza or short ribs of beef. It shows a classically tannic structure, with flavors of dark berries, licorice, tobacco and spices, although it does not possess the ability to age.",,15,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2007 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2007-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Guenoc 13.9,Red,US,"Ripe and balanced, a nice, clean Merlot to drink now with savory sausages. It's dry and tannic, with flavors of black cherries, black currants, cola and sandalwood, and a dusty, mouthwatering coating of Asian spices.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2006 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2006-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2006,Wellington 14,Red,Australia,"Expressive yet balanced, with pronounced cedar and cigar box scents that fold into a tight palate of toffee, raspberry and blueberry pie. There's a lingering boysenberry note on the mouthwatering finish. Great choice for game in a fruit sauce. Drinking well now but will keep several years.",Mulberry Tree,18,87,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2007 Mulberry Tree Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2007-mulberry-tree-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bleasdale 14.5,Red,Australia,"This blend of 45% Grenache, 43% Shiraz and 12% Mourvèdre has an enchanting, exotic quality. There's a lovely interplay on the nose between high-toned cranberry and strawberry fruit that contrast nicely with lower tones of cigar tobacco and black earth. Finishes with dried fruit, seared game and ash tones. Drink now or hold several years for even more complexity.",Native Goose,26,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Cape Barren 2007 Native Goose G-S-M (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-barren-2007-native-goose-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-mclaren-vale/,G-S-M,2007,Cape Barren 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"Cherry, leather and sweaty saddle are the opening acts here, followed by intense black earth in the mouth and dense but ripe tannins. A lovely licorice note perfumes the medium finish. Give it a few years.",Amat,30,87,Uruguay,,,Bodegas Carrau 2005 Amat Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carrau-2005-amat-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2005,Bodegas Carrau ,Red,US,"Shows the high alcohol potency and huge, briary power of this mountain appellation. Zinfandel's wild berry, cola and pepper flavors stand front and center, while the wine is notable for its long finish. Nothing shy here.",Jack's Cabin Vineyard,24,87,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Bella Vetta 2007 Jack's Cabin Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-vetta-2007-jacks-cabin-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella Vetta 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a lightly colored pink rosé sparkler with subtle aromas of peach, rose petal, citrus and honeysuckle. It's an elegant and refined wine that would work well with white water fish or delicate shellfish.",Brut Rosé,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Barone Pizzini 14.3,White,US,"Enormously rich in pineapple jam, crème brûlée, buttercream, toast and cinnamon spice flavors, this wine's richness is balanced with crisp, citrusy acidity. It offers direct appeal now.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,32,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Barnett 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2008-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Barnett 14,Red,Spain,"Solid, big and fruity, which is basically what a Campo de Borja Garnacha should be. Sweet red fruits and robust kick define the palate, which is tannic but not obtrusively so. Zesty and a bit of a one-noter, but a nice one. Garnacha with 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre.",Lot 98,10,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 98 Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-98-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2007,Cameron Hughes 15,Red,South Africa,"Red berry, anise and spice on the nose and palate give this Cabernet, Cabernet Franc and Merlot blend an easy drinking but distinctive character. A touch of smoke and a lingering, spicy finish add to its appeal. Pair with smoked ribs, sharp cheeses.",Philosophers' Stone,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Camberley 2006 Philosophers' Stone Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camberley-2006-philosophers-stone-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2006,Camberley 14.5,Red,Spain,"Jumps out of the chute with baked, earthy, funky aromas that are more savory and spicy than outright fruity. The palate has a good but limited mouthfeel, while the flavors of raspberry are spicy and saucy. Good in a subtle, earthy, nonfruity way.",Crianza Vendimia Seleccionada Finca Valdelayegua,19,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2006 Crianza Vendimia Seleccionada Finca Valdelayegua (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2006-crianza-vendimia-seleccionada-finca-valdelayegua-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Pradorey 14,Red,Spain,"Raisiny, sweet and baked, with plenty of oak coming on as it airs out. This vintage is somewhat syrupy and strained compared to prior years, with baked black fruit flavors. Seems a little reduced on the finish, but overall it's still good given this winery's strong track record and how the wine compares to other 2007 Riojas.",Propiedad,40,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2007 Propiedad (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2007-propiedad-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Palacios Remondo 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This anniversary edition from Astoria (executed in a “Dry,” or slightly sweet style) offers soft notes of stone, passion and lychee fruits. It also delivers interesting herbal tones that recall chopped basil or dried mint.",Anniversario Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Astoria 2009 Anniversario Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2009-anniversario-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Astoria 15,Red,US,"Here's a softly luscious Zin. It doesn't have great structure, being too simple in acidity, but the flavors are exuberant, suggesting ripe cherries, raspberries, mocha, currants, licorice and sweet old leather. Drink now.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2007 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2007-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Ancient Peaks 13.5,White,Spain,"Opens with peach and apple aromas that are 100% normal, while the palate has a chiseled clarity to it that's crisp and appreciated. A flavor profile of dry apple, citrus and dusty spice is good, and the finish is fresh and lemony. Drink right away.",,17,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Caña 2008 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-cana-2008-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,La Caña 13,White,France,"A more restrained style, with pear and citrus fruit in the lead roles, backed up by subtle cinnamon and honey on the palate. Crisp and medium-bodied with a medium, lemon-accented finish. Try with Alsatian tarte flambée. Drink now.",Reserve,20,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2008 Reserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2008-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Jean-Baptiste Adam 14.2,White,US,"A bit heavy on the oak, with vanilla, caramel and buttered toast aromas and flavors. But the pineapple and apple fruit is nice and ripe, and the finish is rich in spicy honey.",,29,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,In Re 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/in-re-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,In Re 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Sweet smelling, with a touch of pastry. Focused, lean and nice in the mouth, showing dry apple and citrus peel flavors. Solid Cava that brings a modicum of leesy, pithy richness on the finish.",Brut Reserva,18,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Sabartés NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sabartes-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Sabartés 11,Sparkling,Italy,Ruggeri & C. is one of Prosecco's most important ambassadors both in terms of quality and image. This “Gold Label” wine is delicate and light with a generous floral bouquet that is backed by fresh fruit and peach.,Giall'Oro Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. NV Giall'Oro Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-gialloro-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Ruggeri & C. 15.6,Red,US,"Even for Zinfandel, this is a pretty big wine. It's just enormous in tannins and briary fruit, flooding the mouth with blackberries, black currants, anise, bacon, carob and pepper. It's also very high in alcohol, although it wears it well.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Rock Wall 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in a nifty double bottle that will keep the contents insulated and chilled, this bright Prosecco from Villa Sandi would be perfect to serve in the early afternoon with friends. It's luminous and crisp and would pair beautifully with puff pastry appetizers.",Brut Claxa Bottle,17,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Brut Claxa Bottle (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-brut-claxa-bottle-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 14.1,White,US,"Shows the dry earthiness that often marks Carneros Chardonnay, with an herb and tobacco grounding to the riper pineapples and peaches. Oak, of course, adds sweet notes of vanilla and buttercream. There's also a cut of acidity.",,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Truchard 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Costa d'Oro vineyard, this luminous Prosecco offers measured aromas of white mineral and fruit followed by a light, crisp feel in the mouth. Try it with cured meats and cold cuts.",Costa d'Oro Brut,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Scandolera NV Costa d'Oro Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scandolera-nv-costa-doro-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Scandolera ,Red,US,"Cerise is Chehalem's version of a Passetoutgrains—80% Gamay Noir, 20% Pinot Noir. Youthful, tasting of berries and spice, it hints at leafy herbs also. It's a picnic wine—tangy and light, with cherries and raspberries, and finished at just 12.7% alcohol.",Cerise,24,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2008 Cerise Red (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-cerise-red-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Red Blend,2008,Chehalem 12.5,Rose,France,"Smooth and rounded, with soft red fruits freshened with acidity. It has a depth of perfumed flavor that comes right through the wine, finishing bright and light.",,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château Rollan de By 2008 Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollan-by-2008-rose-rose/,Rosé,2008,Château Rollan de By 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an elegant and clean classic method sparkling rosé with a soft and slow approach. Aromas include spring flowers, perfumed soap and mild berry tones. The mouthfeel is simple but very refreshing on the close.",Brut Rosé,,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Costaripa NV Brut Rosé (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-nv-brut-rose-lugana-112913/,Sparkling Blend,,Costaripa 14.5,Red,Australia,"Ripe and pretty, with vanilla, tropical nuts and black tar scents and flavors of mixed berry jam that carry over to the crisp finish. There's no tannin to speak of, making this a good choice for lean pork dishes. Drink now.",Single Vineyard Old Vine,25,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 2006 Single Vineyard Old Vine Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-2006-single-vineyard-old-vine-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2006,Ross Estate ,White,US,"Very tart and acidic, this is a wine that cries out for oysters. The lemony fruit is highlighted with notes of ginger, celery and a broad mineral streak. Nice complexity for such a low-alcohol (12.4%), high-acid bottle.",Celilo Vineyard,16,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Ross Andrew 2008 Celilo Vineyard Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2008-celilo-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Gris,2008,Ross Andrew 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This is an elegant Prosecco Brut with firm mineral notes backed by sharp acidity and cleansing effervescence. This wine would pair perfectly with pimiento-studded deviled eggs or fried chicken wings.,Brut,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Silvano Follador 2009 Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvano-follador-2009-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Silvano Follador 12.5,Red,France,"While it has the lightness of the vintage, the wine enjoys its freshness with bright acidity and red fruits. The tannins are well in balance, but not dominant.",Château de Musset,,87,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Yvon Mau 2007 Château de Musset (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2007-chateau-musset-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Yvon Mau 13.5,Red,Spain,"For an old wine from a weak vintage, this has its positives. For starters, the nose offers a nice mix of dried fruit, tobacco, cedar and fig paste, while the palate is properly acidic and tastes of red plum, raspberry and oak-driven vanilla. At its drinking peak now; with preserved juiciness and lots of kick.",Vendimia Seleccionada 24 Meses en Barrica,27,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Yllera 2002 Vendimia Seleccionada 24 Meses en Barrica Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yllera-2002-vendimia-seleccionada-24-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2002,Yllera 11,Sparkling,Italy,Mo's Extra Dry Prosecco tickles your tongue with its crisp acidity and steely effervescence. There's just the right level of sweetness here to prevent the wine from tasting too firm or sharp. Its contrasting elements balance out very nicely.,Linea Mo Extra Dry,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Mionetto NV Linea Mo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-linea-mo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Mionetto 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Masottina's Brut Prosecco is an easy and forthcoming sparkling wine with a light but crisp mouthfeel and drying aromas of mineral, stone fruit and white flower. It's tonic and crisp, and those are two fine qualities that would work well with cheesy or fried finger foods.",Brut,24,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Masottina NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Masottina 13,Red,Spain,"Slightly more leafy, herbal and burnt on the nose than ideal, but there's also tobacco, cherry and earth notes to keep it proper. The palate is smooth in feel, with good depth, while the flavor profile has a salty side as well as black cherry and molasses. Good wine with a few issues.",Crianza,24,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago del Vostal 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-vostal-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Pago del Vostal 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Virtually dry, the 2008 Nautilus Pinot Gris is also lighter and leaner than many of its competitors. Pineapple and melon aromas and flavors finish crisply, buoyed by a dash of white pepper. Drink now–2011.",,19,87,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2008 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2008-pinot-gris-marlborough-112146/,Pinot Gris,2008,Nautilus 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Fruit for this luminous Prosecco comes from an organically farmed vineyard and creates the base for a pristine and lively sparkler. The bottle is closed with a cloth and string (as Veneto tradition dictates) and offers fragrant tones of fruit and flowers.,Col di Manza Extra Dry,21,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Perlage NV Col di Manza Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-nv-col-manza-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Perlage ,Red,New Zealand,"A medium-bodied Merlot with solid plum and mocha varietal characteristics, the 2007 CJ Pask Declaration is a firm, slightly crisp wine, with background notes of clove and cinnamon.",Declaration,,87,Hawke's Bay,,,CJ Pask 2007 Declaration Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cj-pask-2007-declaration-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2007,CJ Pask 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant floral notes come to the forefront of this well-priced sparkler followed by white mineral and dried herbs. In keeping with Prosecco tradition, the mouthfeel is light, crisp and tonic. This light style of wine drinks well with or without food.",Brut,12,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Tordera NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tordera-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,La Tordera 13,Red,Spain,"Nice for a standard, no-frills type of Rioja. The cherry and raspberry aromas are sweet and clean, while the palate is juicy, fresh and tastes of ripe cherry, berry, vanilla and cream. Offers good clarity, power and depth given its price point.",Crianza,8,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rivarey 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivarey-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Rivarey 8,White,Germany,"Rich and succulent, with pineapple and jasmine top notes and intense stone fruit in the mouth. There's no shortage of sweetness here but it's well framed by a vibrant acid structure that carries the fruit through to the medium finish. Really well done.",Erdener Treppchen Spätlese,26,87,Mosel,,,Schmitges 2008 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2008-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Schmitges 9.5,White,Germany,"Spice and baked fruit are the dominant scents here while an intense flavor of mandarin orange characterizes the palate. It's just off-dry and quite crisp, a good choice for a Thai fish preparation. Drink now.",Erbach Marcobrunn Kabinett,26,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2008 Erbach Marcobrunn Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2008-erbach-marcobrunn-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Schönborn ,White,US,"Clean and fresh, this food-friendly wine tastes of pear, jicama and celery. It's light and balanced, and would make a fine accompaniment to a springtime salad or a simple fish course.",,16,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Del Rio 13,Red,France,"There are very firm, dry tannins here, and they will likely always be with the wine. That said, it has a certain weight of fruit, fresh currant skins and a final cranberry acidity. It really needs food.",,30,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Verdignan 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-verdignan-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Verdignan 13.3,Red,US,"Pleasantly dry and silky, a nice Pinot Noir for drinking now. It has a soft, gentle mouthfeel framing earthy flavors of cherries, cola, sage and cedar.",Estate,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elkhorn Peak 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elkhorn-peak-2007-estate-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Elkhorn Peak 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a lovely, soft and gentle wine for drinking now. It has a pretty, polished, round mouthfeel framing flavors of cherries, cola and spices. Easy to like for its overall appeal.",,17,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Organic Vintners 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/organic-vintners-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Organic Vintners 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Informal, bright and loads of fun, Villa Sandi delivers a fresh-tasting sparkling wine that would work well with light foods or no food at all. The aromas here include spring flowers, white stone and peach.",Extra Dry,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 14.2,Red,US,"Tight and crisp in acidity, with a tart, citrus fruit bite, like grapefruit. But the raspberry and cherry pie filling flavors are very rich, and the finish is dry. So will it mellow with age? Probably not. Drink now.",,36,87,California,North Coast,Marin County,Vergari 2006 Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergari-2006-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2006,Vergari 14.6,Red,US,"Strongly extracted and oaky, this Cab isn't showing much finesse now. It has jammy, pie-filling blackberry and cherry flavors, liberally spiced and wrapped into chewy tannins. Will age without developing complexity.",Taylor Reserve,41,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dutcher Crossing 2006 Taylor Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutcher-crossing-2006-taylor-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dutcher Crossing 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a well-balanced and sophisticated Brut sparkler from northern Italy with a bright, luminous color followed by aromas of citrus, stone and passion fruits. The effervescence tastes spicy and sharp, but ultimately this wine leaves a creamy, full sensation in the mouth.",Brut Leniter in Itinere Capo 3,,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Foss Marai 2006 Brut Leniter in Itinere Capo 3 Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-2006-brut-leniter-in-itinere-capo-3-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Foss Marai 13.5,White,France,"Opening notes of Swiss cheese are more appealing than they sound. There are apple undertones, mineral notes and a dry, medium finish that's shot through with notes of wet stones. Try with light fish dishes. Drink now or keep several years.",Bergheim,22,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2007 Bergheim Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2007-bergheim-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Domaine Marcel Deiss 12.5,White,France,"Oxidative and spicy. Effusive mineral notes provide complexity but turn heavy in the mouth without fruit for balance. Crisp, with a silky texture and a short-to-medium finish.",Engelgarten Bergheim,40,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2005 Engelgarten Bergheim White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2005-engelgarten-bergheim-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2005,Domaine Marcel Deiss 14,Red,South Africa,"Dark and delicious, with aromas of cherry, blackberry and vanilla and an elegant array of cigarbox, cedar, spice and smoke on the palate. Lively and structured, with a lingering finish of tobacco and berries. Pair with barbecue and ripe, soft cheeses.",Cocoa Hill,11,87,Western Cape,,,Dornier 2007 Cocoa Hill Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dornier-2007-cocoa-hill-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2007,Dornier 14,Red,US,"Tough and chewy. Nonetheless there's a wealth of rich cherry pie, red currant and cedar flavor, and the mouthfeel is pure silk. A curiosity. May develop in the bottle, but probably best before 2013.",Poinsett La Encantada Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Calicaro 2008 Poinsett La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2008-poinsett-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calicaro 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an attractively informal Prosecco from Adami with a sweet, creamy mouthfeel and pristine aromas of peach, honey and apricot. It's not as intense as the other wines released by this producer, but it makes an excellent and informal appetizer wine nonetheless.",Garbèl,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,Adami NV Garbèl (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-garbel-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Adami 13,Red,France,"A ripe, simple, pleasurable wine, with soft, dusty tannins and fruit that is already mature. There is a juicy red berry character, rounded out with some spicy wood.",,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Côme 2006 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-come-2006-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Côme 13,Red,France,"Aging this wine in 100% new wood has left it very dry, the fruit tight and black but oddly drained of richness. There is sweetness along with prune flavors. But the tannins may never soften enough.",Vieilles Vignes,22,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2003 Vieilles Vignes (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Landat ,White,US,"Though picked at 23.6 brix, this Riesling reaches 14% alcohol and 1% residual sugar, an interesting combination of data. It's plenty concentrated, with a flavor mix of flower, sugar, honey and peach. A mouthful to be sure, substantial and packed with flavor, though a little heavy through the finish.",,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Argyle 2008 Riesling (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2008-riesling-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Riesling,2008,Argyle 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Delicate mineral notes appear on the nose and are soon followed by subtle hints of passion fruit and peach. The delivery of the effervescence here is clean and tonic, and ultimately very satisfying.",Vigneto Dirupo Brut,27,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola NV Vigneto Dirupo Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-nv-vigneto-dirupo-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Andreola 14.5,White,US,"Strong and ripe and oaky. Not showing much subtlety, but a very good example of the modern California style. It's a clean, vibrant Chardonnay starring massive flavors of pineapple tart, Meyer lemon custard and tangerines, brightened with zesty acidity.",Genevieve Vineyard,30,87,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 2008 Genevieve Vineyard Chardonnay (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2008-genevieve-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Langtry 15.4,Red,US,"A good, complex wine, but the oak currently sticks out, swamping the fruit with caramel. Makes you wonder why the winemaker thought all that wood was needed, for the underlying blackberry and black cherry fruit flavors are wonderful. Sometimes, less is more.",Tephra Ridge Vineyard,40,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Langtry 2006 Tephra Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2006-tephra-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Langtry 12,White,France,"The dominance of Sémillon in the blend gives a ripe, creamy character, hinting at honey as well as yellow fruits. The herbaceous element is there but is tamed by the richness.",,,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château le Bonnat 2008 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bonnat-2008-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château le Bonnat 13,Red,France,"A firmly tannic wine that has a core of dryness surrounded by blackberry juice fruits. The acidity is tamed but present, fitting well with the solid center. For possible aging over 2–3 years.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château la Tonnelle 2006 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tonnelle-2006-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château la Tonnelle 13,White,France,"Quite youthful, this is a sprightly and charming wine, evincing aromas of white flowers and peaches. The crisp palate has lemon-lime notes and a chalky edge. Medium, citrusy finish. Drink now or hold a few years for more complexity.",Kirchberg de Ribeauville Grand Cru Grande Reserve,33,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2005 Kirchberg de Ribeauville Grand Cru Grande Reserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2005-kirchberg-grand-cru-grande-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Cave de Ribeauvillé 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Soft, unfolding and approachable, this Syrah starts with aromas of cocoa, cinnamon and smoke, followed by red berries, pepper and cherry. A spicy finish gives it extra flair. A versatile wine with good South African character.",,10,87,Stellenbosch,,,Bradgate 2007 Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradgate-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,2007,Bradgate 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a Prosecco Brut that stands tall in this category of sparkling wine thanks to the pristine and intense nature of its bouquet. You'll get dusty mineral, fruit and flowers and the mouthfeel is exceedingly crisp and clean.",Prior Brut,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolomiol NV Prior Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-nv-prior-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bortolomiol 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This rosé sparkling wine boasts a pink, copperish color with firm and tonic bubbles. The aromas are subdued but do hint at pressed flowers, dried apricot and baked bread. There's more intensity in the mouth, where this wine offers a creamy, smooth consistency and a spicy close.",Brut Rosé,17,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castelveder NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelveder-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-nero-franciacorta/,Pinot Nero,,Castelveder 13,White,Germany,"An exceptional example of what can be done with the humble Silvaner grape, this white is fresh and highly nuanced, with exotic galangal and Asian pear scents that lead to a crisp palate with Guanabana flavor. Dry, medium finish. Drink now to 2011.",Casteller Schlossberg GG Trocken,61,87,Franken,,,Castell 2007 Casteller Schlossberg GG Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2007-casteller-schlossberg-gg-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2007,Castell 13.5,Red,Spain,"Comes across a bit baked, syrupy and sweet on the nose, with a hint of stalkiness and stem. The palate has a lush early feel, but further inspection unveils a hollow core. Flavors veer toward earthy raspberry, while the finish is chunky and properly reflects what came before it.",Reserva,40,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Vilano 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vilano-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Viña Vilano 13.5,Red,Australia,"This unique blend of 88% Tempranillo, 7% Grenache and 5% Viognier is fragrant (as expected) and a bit Pinot-like in its intense aroma of cherry pie filling. It's elegant in the mouth, with soft tannins and a persistent strawberry note on the medium finish. Try with a bold fish preparation. Drink now.",Hand Picked t/g/v,30,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2007 Hand Picked t/g/v Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2007-hand-picked-t-g-v-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2007,Yalumba 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a special sparkling wine from Villa Sandi with intense notes of peachy fruit, sweet apple and pear. This Dry style wine tastes extra sweet and would make an excellent pairing partner with any fruit-based dish, whether sweet or salty (like prunes wrapped in prosciutto).",Oris Cuvée Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Oris Cuvée Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-oris-cuvee-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a vintage Extra Dry Prosecco (most producers omit the vintage date, with the exception of wines such as this, marked “Millesimato”), with many layers of sweet aromas that resemble peachy fruit, white flowers and honey.",Villa Luigia Extra Dry Millesimato,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Il Follo 2009 Villa Luigia Extra Dry Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-2009-villa-luigia-extra-dry-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Il Follo 13.9,Red,US,"A good Merlot for food. Although it's a bit gritty and sharp, it's dry and spicy, with a complex range of black cherry, blueberry, herb, violet and cedar flavors. Drink now.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2007 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2007-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Ferrari-Carano 12.5,White,Australia,"An elegant wine that is appealing for its pure mineral expression. There's papaya and lemon fruit here, with a sophisticated caramel undertone that carries over to the medium finish. Drink now or hold a few years for more nuance.",,25,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Hay Shed Hill 2008 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hay-shed-hill-2008-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2008,Hay Shed Hill 16.2,Red,US,"A nice Zin made in Mazzocco's bold, ripe style, and since it's as good as their more expensive Zins, a comparative value. Shows massive flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, licorice and cola, leading to a dry, somewhat hot finish.",Briar,29,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Briar Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-briar-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco 14,Red,New Zealand,"This is a pretty, elegant rendition of Central Otago Pinot Noir, with delicate cherry and herbal notes on the nose and a palate that adds hints of coffee and chocolate to the mix. Finishes crisp and tangy. Drink over the next 6–12 months.",,20,87,Central Otago,,,Mohua 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mohua-2008-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mohua 15.5,Red,Australia,"At 15.5% this Tempranillo transplant packs a wallop; still, there's quite a bit of wine supporting all that alcohol, with intense flavors of cigar, mocha, cranberries and sweet black fruit. Tannins are tame but abundant. Try with wild duck.",,31,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Nashwauk 2006 Tempranillo (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nashwauk-2006-tempranillo-mclaren-vale/,Tempranillo,2006,Nashwauk ,White,Germany,"Subtle for the type, with delicate quince, apricot and moss notes that lead to a lemony palate. Piquant acidity binds it all together in a taut frame. Off-dry. Drink now.",Spätlese,32,87,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2008 Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2008-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Rheingraf 14.8,Red,US,"Lusty and fleshy, a fat, opulently flavored young Cab offering huge amounts of ripe Paso fruit. Floods the mouth with soft, somewhat one-dimensional flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants and sandalwood.",,34,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Domaine Degher 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-degher-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Domaine Degher 12,White,France,"Highly aromatic wine, with upfront herbaceous fruits that could give New Zealand Sauvignons a run for their money. What gives it an extra element is a creamy applesauce flavor that smooths the wine and makes it richer.",La Grande Cuvée,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Dourthe 2008 La Grande Cuvée (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dourthe-2008-grande-cuvee-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Dourthe ,Red,France,"A fresh wine, its tannins attenuated initially, although they do then broaden into red berry and plum flavors. The tannins are soft and the wine is ready to drink.",Château des Proms Cuvée Bellevue,,86,Bordeaux,Graves,,Yvon Mau 2008 Château des Proms Cuvée Bellevue (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2008-chateau-proms-cuvee-bellevue-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Yvon Mau 14,Red,Spain,"Smells a bit cheesy and sour at first, and soon after oak and mild berry fruit take over. On the palate, it's dry, peppery and grabby, with solid but common plum and raspberry flavors. Tomato notes and herbal flavors come up on the finish, but all together it's a good but regular Ribera wine.",Vendimia Seleccionada,19,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Resalte 2007 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/resalte-2007-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Resalte 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a dry, spicy, rustic Syrah for drinking now with hearty fare. It's pretty tannic, with blackberry and beef teriaki flavors.",Frank Vineyard,24,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Eric K. James 2006 Frank Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-k-james-2006-frank-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Eric K. James 13.6,White,Australia,This white will benefit from decanting to let some dusky aromas blow off and bring lovely pine and grass scents to the fore. There's some good intensity in the mouth and green apple flavors that trail off to a shortish finish. Drink now.,,21,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse River 2007 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-river-2007-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2007,Vasse River ,Red,US,"A chewy style, with lots of earthy, organic flavors, but not much in the way of sweet fruit. Truffles, dried leaves and a bit of tomato can be found, then it thins out quickly.",Momtazi Vineyard,33,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Verve 2007 Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2007-momtazi-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Verve 11.5,White,Germany,"At just three years old, this bottle shows some developed petroleum notes that add interest to the often lackluster Silvaner grape. The mouth has an interesting pineapple element, carrying over to the medium finish. This is a relaxed, food-oriented style that would go well with a Mediterranean fish preparation. Drink now.",Dry,17,85,Franken,,,Wirsching 2007 Dry Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirsching-2007-dry-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2007,Wirsching 14,White,New Zealand,"A hint of flintiness adds a touch of austerity to the nose, which otherwise features pineapple and quince. This off-dry wine is on the tart side; citrus and melon notes pick up a trace of bitterness on the finish.",,23,85,Central Otago,,,Maude 2008 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maude-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2008,Maude ,White,US,"This is Pinot Gris that tastes quite a bit like Sauvignon Blanc: grassy and herbaceous, but with a little more flesh, less acidity. Match it with shellfish and light seafoods and it will do the trick; it's fresh and bracing.",,14,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kathken Vineyards 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathken-vineyards-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Kathken Vineyards 11.5,White,Germany,"An unusual nose for a Riesling, with yeast, brioche and fresh eggs dominating. The dough-flavored palate is harmonious, with just a touch of sweetness balancing the crisp acidity. Drink now.",HC Feinherb,24,84,Mosel,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2008 HC Feinherb Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2008-hc-feinherb-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Clusserath-Weiler 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Pinot Gris turns a bit skinny on the finish, but offers a decent mouthful of apple, pear and citrus flavors. Drink now.",,10,84,Marlborough,,,Lobster Reef 2008 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobster-reef-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2008,Lobster Reef 13,White,Spain,"Initially, lemony aromas and flower notes stir interest, while the palate has a medium-to-full feel and pumped-up melon and floral flavors. But with time it grows softer, more pithy and dull. Ultimately it lacks spine and purity of flavors, but how much can you expect from a $10 La Mancha white?",,10,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2008 Verdejo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-mancha/,Verdejo,2008,Paso a Paso 13.8,White,US,"A bit obvious in ripe fruit and oak, with easy flavors of pineapples, apricots, vanilla cream and smoky caramel. But the price is right, and this wine, whose production was 20,000 cases, will please lots of people.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Main Street 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-street-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Main Street 14,White,New Zealand,"A disappointing effort from a usually reliable source of Marlborough Gewürztraminer, the 2008 offers ample pineapple and lychee fruit, but lacks a bit of texture and length, finishing with only modest spice.",,19,84,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2008 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2008-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Lawson's Dry Hills 14.5,Red,US,"Acidic and gritty. Despite some good raspberry-cherry flavors and sweet oak, this Pinot is hard to like, lacking richness and opulence. Drink now.",Grand Detour,40,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Landmark 2008 Grand Detour Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2008-grand-detour-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Landmark 14.3,White,US,"Oaky and dull, with flavors of sweetened pineapple juice that are heavily plastered with caramel and buttered popcorn. Needs greater restraint and subtlety.",Estate,24,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2008-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"Straightforward and clean, with simple cherry and plum aromas. The palate is tart, juicy and a touch citric, with lightweight cherry skin flavors and a cleansing, fresh, somewhat acidic finish. Tangy and sharp, but not bad for the price.",,8,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2008 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2008-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2008,Vega Sindoa 13.2,Red,US,"Good and ripe, offering a mouthburst of cherries, blackberries and red currants, leading to a spicy finish. But the texture is a little rugged, and there's some sharp imbalance in the tannins.",Querida,38,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2007 Querida Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2007-querida-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Oso Libre 12.5,Red,France,"A burnt-toast, spicy aroma is followed by fresh black currant flavors. This is a light wine, but it is balanced, with the wood fitting well into the fruit. Drink now.",Cheval Noir,20,84,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Cheval Noir (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-cheval-noir-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse 13.5,White,Australia,"A mineral-propelled style, with scents of wet stones couched in a bed of quince paste and brioche toast. This is bone-dry and elegant, with a fleeting finish redolent of brown sugar. Try with a raw shellfish platter. Drink now.",Selection,14,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Nick Faldo 2008 Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nick-faldo-2008-selection-sauvignon-blanc-coonawarra/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Nick Faldo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Bright aromas of ripe strawberry and raspberry are followed by more delicate tones of peach and pink grapefruit. This is an easy, no-fuss rosé sparkler with a lean finish and bright acidity. Try it with chicken quesadillas.",Rosa Rosato,16,84,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2008 Rosa Rosato Tocai Rosso (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2008-rosa-rosato-italian-red-tocai-rosso-orientale/,Tocai Rosso,2008,Moletto 12.5,White,Spain,"For $7 this white blend from central Spain does about as well as can be hoped for. Transparent in color, with aromas of children's vitamin and apple, it's nothing special but it is wet, drinkable and tasty. Flavors of green apple and citrus lead to a dry, quick finish.",Protocolo,7,84,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2008 Protocolo White (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2008-protocolo-white-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2008,Dominio de Eguren 12,White,Spain,"Ripe apple and nutty aromas suggest some light oak, while the palate is wet at first and then more drawn and dry as it moves along. Flavors of apple and spice are mildly alluring, while the finish is chunky and broad. Made from the uncommon Vijiriega grape and hails from Granada.",Veleta Vijiriega,9,84,Andalucia,Vino de la Tierra Contraviesa Alpujarra,,Dominio Buenavista 2008 Veleta Vijiriega White (Vino de la Tierra Contraviesa Alpujarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-buenavista-2008-veleta-vijiriega-white-vino-tierra-contraviesa-alpujarra/,White Blend,2008,Dominio Buenavista 13,Red,France,"A lean, austere wine that relies on juicy fruits and dry tannins. It feels light in texture, the acidity too prominent. Will it soften? Maybe, but it will always be lean.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Cornemps 2006 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cornemps-2006-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Cornemps 13,Rose,France,"Made at the Jackson Family Estates-owned Château Lassègue in Saint-Emilion, this is a soft, lightly sweet rosé. It has fresh strawberry and caramel flavors, but lacks acidity. Screwcap.",Pink Criquet,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château Lassègue 2008 Pink Criquet Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lassegue-2008-pink-criquet-rose-rose/,Rosé,2008,Château Lassègue 13,Red,France,"The wood is too dominant here, giving a wine that is mainly spice and toast. The fruit itself is light, showing the acidity of the vintage, with a final flourish of dry tannins.",,,84,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2007 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2007-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Grand-Maison 12.5,Red,France,"Fresh, perfumed wine, with cherry flavors. The acidity is pure, crisp with only light tannins and a green stalky final taste.",,12,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Jean 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Jean 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"San Fermo is a beautifully luminous and bubbly wine that suffers from a slight hint of matchstick that appears at the front. Once you get past that, however, the wine opens to reveal a crisp, mineral finish.",San Fermo Brut,19,84,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellenda 2008 San Fermo Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellenda-2008-san-fermo-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2008,Bellenda 13.5,Red,US,"A bit tough and gritty in texture, with rough tannins, but it's rich enough in berries, cherries and oak, and is a good everyday wine to drink with burgers and such.",,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Organic Vintners 2008 Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/organic-vintners-2008-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2008,Organic Vintners 14,Red,Brazil,"A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, the Miolo Cuvée Giuseppe has a slightly sherried nose along with flavors of baked cherries, humus and apple pie. Sinewy tannins and black raspberries characterize the medium finish.",Cuvée Giuseppe,11,84,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2005 Cuvée Giuseppe Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2005-cuvee-giuseppe-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-vale-vinhedos/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2005,Vinícola Miolo 13.5,Red,Brazil,"Overly earthy, but ripe and concentrated with flavors of vanilla and plum pudding. The long, tannic finish is redolent of well-used leather.",Castas Portuguesas Quinta do Seival,29,84,Brazil,,,Vinícola Miolo 2005 Castas Portuguesas Quinta do Seival Red (Brazil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2005-castas-portuguesas-quinta-seival-red/,Red Blend,2005,Vinícola Miolo 13,Red,France,"The ludicrously heavy bottle must have cost more than the pleasant, fruity wine inside. The wood aging has had the effect of rounding the red berry fruits, while the juicy acidity points up freshness.",,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Vincent Saincrit 2005 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-saincrit-2005-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Vincent Saincrit 13,Red,Spain,"Lean, dry aromas of cherry skins and citrus lead to a competent but basic palate of raspberry and cherry flavors. Everything about this wine screams “regular,” from the tart red fruit core to the tough but fresh mouthfeel to the edgy finish.",Old Vines Crianza,13,84,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bodegas Navarro López 2007 Old Vines Crianza Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2007-old-vines-crianza-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Navarro López 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a persistent touch of burnt matchstick or sulphur that distracts from the overall harmony of this luminous Prosecco Extra Dry. Once you get past that, the mouthfeel is characterized by lush softness and creamy foaming.",Miraval Extra Dry,19,84,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellenda NV Miraval Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellenda-nv-miraval-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bellenda 12,Red,France,"A thin wine, with tight stalkiness and smoky, dry tannin flavors. It certainly is fresh, the acidity very marked, black currant fruits bedded into the tannins.",,15,84,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Esteau 2006 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desteau-2006-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château d'Esteau 15,Red,Australia,"With 75% Shiraz and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, it's the Shiraz that has the aromatic upper hand, with singed meat, black and white pepper and rubber aromas coming through. Although there's some nice strawberry flavor and velvety tannins, this wine ends on a stewed note. Unlikely to improve with age.",Condor,20,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2007 Condor Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2007-condor-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Penley Estate 13.5,Red,Spain,"Minty-grassy top aromas indicate that the wine, while endowed with decent berry character, has an herbal side as well. In the mouth, it's hard, lean and compact, with tart cherry/plum flavors and a quick finish. Basic with a touch of sourness.",6 Meses en Barrica,12,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Melior 2007 6 Meses en Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melior-2007-6-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Melior 12,White,Germany,"Dry Mosel wines are rarely very successful and this example is no exception. More residual sugar, less acid or both would have been an improvement. As is, it strikes a shrill note, though the white flower aromatics are undoubtedly appealing.",Classic,19,84,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2008 Classic Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2008-classic-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"This blend of several grapes led by Tannat is a touch gritty and stewed. Yes, it has its qualities such as jammy berry and a nice, fleshy feel. But it's wayward and jumpy, and overall balance is elusive. Very expenisve for what you get.",Preludio Barrel Select Lote Number 60,50,84,Juanico,,,Establecimiento Juanico 2002 Preludio Barrel Select Lote Number 60 Red (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/establecimiento-juanico-2002-preludio-barrel-select-lote-number-60-red-juanico/,Red Blend,2002,Establecimiento Juanico 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"Deep and baked on the nose, with soft, fleshy blackberry and plum flavors. On the palate the wine's tannins are tame and the fruit seems exceedingly rich. So drink now to get its last gasp of gusto; soon it will probably turn heavier that it is now.",Catamayor Reserve of the Family,17,84,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2004 Catamayor Reserve of the Family Tannat (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2004-catamayor-reserve-family-other-red-tannat-san-jose/,Tannat,2004,Castillo Viejo 14,White,Australia,"A good choice for fans of a generously oaked style, this is a weighty white with complex notes of caramel and vanilla that pick up a papaya undertone on the finish. Too powerful for most fish dishes but fine with cheese. Drink now to 2012.",Ad Lib Hen & Chicken Oaked,17,84,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Larry Cherubino 2008 Ad Lib Hen & Chicken Oaked Chardonnay (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larry-cherubino-2008-ad-lib-hen-chicken-oaked-chardonnay-pemberton/,Chardonnay,2008,Larry Cherubino 13,Rose,Spain,"Vivid pink in color, with dusty, easygoing raspberry aromas. The palate is a bit soft and low in acidity, which indicates that this is the year to drink the wine...and as soon as possible. Flavors of cherry and strawberry are regular, if a touch bitter toward the finish.",Rosado,11,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Casita Mami 2009 Rosado Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casita-mami-2009-rosado-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2009,Casita Mami 14.5,Red,US,"A bit overripe, with some raisin and prune flavors, and a bit rugged in texture, with a raisinskin bitterness. Despite that it's not a bad wine, but a rustic one.",Le Vigne di Domenico,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sylvester 2006 Le Vigne di Domenico Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvester-2006-le-vigne-domenico-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sylvester 13,Red,France,"A wine that still shows some youthful tannins, but is maturing well, its freshness subsumed into the red plum and jelly flavors. It is ready to drink now, but should be decanted.",,24,84,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Haut Bertinerie 2004 Premieres Côtes de Blaye,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bertinerie-2004-premieres-cotes-de-blaye-112584/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Haut Bertinerie 12.5,White,US,"This is a wine to serve at big parties where everyone's having fun and nobody's fussy except that wine snob in the corner. It's dryish, with ultracrisp acidity and sleek flavors of green apples, pineapples and peaches.",,10,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Road i White NV White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/road-i-white-nv-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,White Blend,,Road i White 13.5,Red,Spain,"Catchy name but the wine is basic. The nose is lightly candied with a bit of green and brine. That pickled character translates to the palate, where flavors of cherry and berry are mildly briney. Finishes similarly, with some reedy heat.",,10,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tempra Tantrum 2008 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempra-tantrum-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tempra Tantrum 12,White,Germany,"Lush aromas of mango and lychee are contradicted by the austere structure of this wine. The acidity is severe and the finish, though it shows some nice nut tones, ends on a drying note. Drink now.",Trocken,,84,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2008 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2008-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 13,White,Germany,"There's an unusual, but not unappealing, collection of aromas here, from ginger and nutmeg to balsa wood, talcum powder and petroleum. A bit candied in the mouth, with a hit of cinnamon on the short finish. Drink up.",Ludwig Knoll VINZ Alte Reben Spätlese Trocken,32,84,Franken,,,Weingut Am Stein 2007 Ludwig Knoll VINZ Alte Reben Spätlese Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-am-stein-2007-ludwig-knoll-vinz-alte-reben-spatlese-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2007,Weingut Am Stein 13,Red,France,"A ripe, juicy well-made, branded Bordeaux, its tannins tight but just right for the meaty chocolate flavors, spiced with wood. The acidity gives sweetness as much as freshness.",Premius,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Yvon Mau 2006 Premius (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2006-premius-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Yvon Mau ,Red,Spain,"Dark, bulky and fairly oaky for a wine of modest DNA. The palate is forceful, juicy and high in acidity, while the flavors of grape juice and black plum are semisour, with leftover oak and vanilla dominating the finish. An average wine on its best day.",Solnia,9,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ilurce 2008 Solnia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilurce-2008-solnia-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Ilurce ,Red,US,"This is pure Merlot from southern Oregon, a style quite distinct from either Washington or California. It's tight, sharp and somewhat spindly, with cranberry, wild strawberry and earthy flavors of bark and pepper.",,28,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2007 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2007-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2007,Del Rio 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"This blend of 50% Tannat and 50% Merlot is appealing in a rustic sense, with forest floor and woodsy scents layered over strawberry and plum fruit. Tannins are grippy and dense. Better after 2010.",Don Pascual,,84,Juanico,,,Establecimiento Juanico 2007 Don Pascual Tannat-Merlot (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/establecimiento-juanico-2007-don-pascual-red-blend-tannat-merlot-juanico/,Tannat-Merlot,2007,Establecimiento Juanico 14.3,Red,US,"Pretty tough and chewy for a Pinot Noir, with a full body and chunky tannins. Yet there's a pleasant silkiness, and some nice flavors of cherries, cola and woodspice.",,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Main Street 2008 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-street-2008-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Main Street 13.3,Red,US,"A little green and unripe around the edges, with minty, stemmy flavors, but there's enough blackberry fruit to satisfy, and the finish is balanced and dry.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Main Street 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-street-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Main Street 13,Red,Australia,"Approachable and open-knit, this wine begins with cherry pie aromas underpinning an herbal top note. The vivid palate unfolds a generous array of berry flavors that slide into a raspberry finish. Drink now with barbecued ribs.",The Vines Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Beelgara 2007 The Vines Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beelgara-2007-vines-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2007,Beelgara 12,White,France,"Soft, open fruit flavors are of pear and peach, shot through with acidity. The texture is dense, but there is also an attractive limpidity to the wine.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 12.5,Red,France,"Margaux was one of the least successful of the great communes in 2007, and this wine reflects the austere character. It is relatively lightweight, with a dry core of tannins and lean red berry fruits.",,,84,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Barton & Guestier 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Barton & Guestier 11.5,Red,Spain,"Candied fruit and punch bowl aromas are not what you'd call sophisticated, and the mouth pretty much follows suit with tart, rubbery raspberry fruit that comes on a bit hot and raw. Tough but with full flavor; sort of like chewing on a plum skin.",,12,84,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,A Fuga 2008 Mencía (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-fuga-2008-spanish-red-mencia-ribeira-sacra/,Mencía,2008,A Fuga 13,Red,Spain,"Smells like red licorice nibs and stemmy, candied fruit, while the palate is medium bodied, reasonably well balanced and juicy, with berry and plum flavors. It darkens a bit on the finish, where chocolate notes enter the picture. Good for what is a very regular wine.",Rojo Granrojo,9,84,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2008 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2008-rojo-granrojo-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodegas Navarro López 14.5,Red,US,"Tart and jammy-jellied, with blackberry, cherry, currant, dark chocolate and spice flavors that finish very dry. The tutti-fruitiness is like those Aussie Shirazes that go so well with barbecue.",,24,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2008 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2008-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Shannon Ridge 14.9,Red,US,"Soft and rustic, with a flavor of cherry pie filling sprinkled with cinnamon, cocoa and pepper. It's technically dry, but tastes honey sweet in the fruity finish. Drink now with BBQ, simple pastas, enchiladas.",Home Ranch Two Bud Block,24,84,California,Lake County,High Valley,Shannon Ridge 2007 Home Ranch Two Bud Block Zinfandel (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2007-home-ranch-two-bud-block-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Shannon Ridge 13.5,Red,Spain,"Woody and dried out, with oak-based spice and burnt elements on the bouquet. The palate is gritty and acidic, with tart, limited, earthy cherry flavors. Not a disaster, but for a $46 wine from a great vintage it isn't offering many reasons to explore it.",Gran Reserva Cosecha,46,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2001 Gran Reserva Cosecha (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2001-gran-reserva-cosecha-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Baron De Ley 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet, candied, oaky aromas get it going, and the palate, while tannic and tough, is thin in its midsection. Flavors of vanilla and marshmallow lead the way, yet the finish falls off fast. Decent wine but shows a forced, candied, oaky personality.",Tinto 6 Meses en Barrica,20,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alidis 2008 Tinto 6 Meses en Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alidis-2008-tinto-6-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Alidis 12.5,Red,France,"There is plenty of black currant fruit here, with dry tannins, but the mouthfeel is light, edging on dilute, with a green stalky character. Ready to drink now.",,,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Fontis 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontis-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Fontis 13,White,France,"Simple but with a straightforward grapey charm, this slightly spritzy blend has medium acidity and a short, flowery finish. Good for poolside sipping.",Andante Prestige Gewürztraminer-Muscat,10,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2007 Andante Prestige Gewürztraminer-Muscat White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2007-andante-prestige-gewurztraminer-muscat-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2007,Cave de Ribeauvillé 13.5,Dessert,Germany,"This Silvaner shows more aromatic sophistication than most of its brethren; there's baking spices, white flowers and apples on the nose with a saffron undertone. Crisp and earthy in the mouth, with good palate weight and a short to medium finish of lime peel. Drink up.",Casteller Schlossberg Trocken,,84,Franken,,,Castell 2008 Casteller Schlossberg Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2008-casteller-schlossberg-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2008,Castell 15.6,Red,US,"This high octane Zin has 15.6% alcohol, which makes it strong and hot. But it's very dry, with blackberry, currant and raisin flavors. It's also very tannic, with some bitterness.",Carl's Reserve,44,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Carl's Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-carls-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wilson 14,Red,Australia,"Ripe and broad, with guava and vanilla overtones to the basic red fruit flavors. Only a faint echo of tannin on the soft, short-to-medium finish.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Friday Monkey 2006 Cabernet Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friday-monkey-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Merlot,2006,Friday Monkey 14.4,White,US,"Ripe, oaky and somewhat common. Shows all the bells and whistles of a Burgundian-style Chardonnay, with vanilla cream, pineapple tart and buttered toast flavors. But it's too soft for balance, and lacks complexity.",,33,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Frank Family 11.5,White,New Zealand,"A medium-bodied, off-dry (12 g/l residual sugar) Riesling, Paritua's 2008 displays some interesting, offbeat aromas of an almost salty, beefy nature to go along more traditional lime notes.",,17,84,Central Otago,,,Paritua 2008 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paritua-2008-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2008,Paritua 12.8,White,Uruguay,"Buttercup and other flowery aromas give it a good start. The palate is fairly plump and creamy, with apricot, melon and nutty flavors. Toward the finish it tilts a little toward banana. Not typical Viognier, but this is Uruguay.",Posada Del Virrey Reserve,13,84,Colonia,,,Dante Irurtia 2005 Posada Del Virrey Reserve Viognier (Colonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-irurtia-2005-posada-virrey-reserve-viognier-colonia/,Viognier,2005,Dante Irurtia 14.2,Red,US,"Too big and extracted for balance. Hits the mouth like an explosion in a jelly factory, smothering the palate in jammy blackberries and cherries. Pretty good, but lacks restraint, especially at this price.",,25,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2007 Zinfandel (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2007-zinfandel-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Zinfandel,2007,Truchard 10.5,White,Germany,"Aromatic yet not overly complex, with apple, orange and tangerine scents punctuated by faint minerality. The palate is nicely perfumed but a tad on the tart side. Drink up.",Essence,13,84,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2008 Essence Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2008-essence-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,S.A. Prüm 12.5,Red,New Zealand,"A light, fresh rendering of Pinot Noir, with modest pomegranate and button-mushroom aromas and flavors. Drink now.",,18,84,Marlborough,,,Sherwood Estate 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-estate-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sherwood Estate 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A crisp, unyielding Riesling, with aromas of wet stones, green apples and limes, finishing dry and hinting at citrus pith.",,10,84,Marlborough,,,Lobster Reef 2008 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobster-reef-2008-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2008,Lobster Reef 14.4,Red,US,"Good, but overly soft and simple, with a taste of melted cherry pie, cola and licorice. Needs greater structure and liveliness.",Rod's Pride,30,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hollow 2006 Rod's Pride Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2006-rods-pride-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Toad Hollow 15,Red,Australia,"Attractive nose, with brambley, youthful fruit touched up with raspberry and blackberry highlights. The palate of black ash and fruitcake slides into a sweetish finish showing some clipped candy notes. Drink up.",Old Bush Vine Grenache-Mataro-Shiraz,18,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2008 Old Bush Vine Grenache-Mataro-Shiraz Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2008-old-bush-vine-grenache-mataro-shiraz-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2008,Schild Estate 13.5,Red,Spain,"The opening runs a bit sour, tomatoey and stemmy, while the palate offers darkness and weight along with savory, herbal flavors that come across earthy and burnt. Tastes as much like tomato paste and herbs as it does berry fruit. Drink now or let it pass.",Bolanda Crianza,18,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Saenz-Olazabal 2004 Bolanda Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saenz-olazabal-2004-bolanda-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2004,Saenz-Olazabal 13.5,Red,US,"A simple, one-dimensional wine that has the benefit of dryness, as well as a silky mouthfeel. The flavors are rather thin, suggesting black cherries and herbs. Drink now.",Le Vigne di Domenico,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sylvester 2006 Le Vigne di Domenico Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvester-2006-le-vigne-domenico-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Sylvester 14.6,Red,US,"The vineyard is a great one, but this wine has some stubborn problems. It's dry and somewhat unbalanced, with awkward tannins and an unripe, green streak right down the middle. Tart acidity compounds the bitterness.",The Salesman La Encantada Vineyard,55,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sunbox Eleven 2008 The Salesman La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunbox-eleven-2008-salesman-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sunbox Eleven 9.5,White,Germany,"There's more minerality here than one has a right to expect from a Qualitätswein, along with pretty peach and pear fruit, all wrapped in an approachable (but not slack) structure. Drink up.",,17,84,Mosel,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2008 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2008-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,St. Urbans-Hof 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"There's a disjointed layer of vanilla hovering over the fruit here, but the cherry cordial and raspberry flavors have an undeniable charm. In the mouth, there's fresh acidity and sinewy tannins followed by a final note of char. Drink sooner rather than later.",,19,84,San Jose,,,Tanterra 2008 Tannat-Syrah (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tanterra-2008-red-blend-tannat-syrah-san-jose/,Tannat-Syrah,2008,Tanterra 13.5,Red,Spain,"Not bad for a mass-produced wine. The nose has a distinct sweet, candied character that's like marshmallow, and there's also some burnt stem and bramble thrown into the mix. Tastes mildly pickled, stemmy and burnt, with grabby tannins on the finish. 200,000 cases made.",Roble,15,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2007 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2007-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Protos 13.5,Red,Spain,"Chunky and bold smelling, with bulky berry aromas that are o.k. but not alluring or elevated. The mouth and flavors are more of the same; there's tight, dark, tannic berry flavors along with toast and burnt rubber late. Finishes with mild heat and oak-based coconut notes.",Roble,13,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Pradorey 14.6,Red,US,"Old-fashioned Barbera, and seems pricey for a wine this dry, tannic and acidic. The coffee and black currant flavors are very tart. Needs superrich meats and cheeses to soften it.",Special Reserve,30,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Latcham 2007 Special Reserve Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latcham-2007-special-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2007,Latcham 12,White,Australia,"Zippy and zesty, with scents of fresh lime, cut grass and passionfruit, this is a nose that's firing on all cylinders. There could be more intensity in the mouth, but you'll be too distracted by the pretty pine and crisp lemon notes to notice. A great choice with light shellfish. Drink up.",,8,84,Australia Other,Australia-New Zealand,,Yellow Tail NV Sauvignon Blanc (Australia-New Zealand),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-nv-sauvignon-blanc-new-zealand/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Yellow Tail 14.5,White,Australia,"Pineapple, tangerine and apricot aromas are ripe and round while the broad palate offers up convincing honeysuckle and peach flavor. The finish shows complex perfume but is also a bit rasping. Drink now.",The Y Series,9,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2008 The Y Series Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-the-series-viognier-south/,Viognier,2008,Yalumba 13.5,Red,Spain,"By no means is this the best wine from Pedrosa; it has decent red berry aromas, but what you really get is minty, forward oak. The palate has an acidic tang to it that suggests medium ripeness, while flavors of cherry tomatoes, herbs, vanilla and mint take you only so far. More barrel than substance here.",Crianza,,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pedrosa 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedrosa-2007-crianza-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Pedrosa 14.5,Red,Australia,"The raspberry-inflected nose shows some farm aromas of manure and horse sweat. There's mixed berry nose in the mouth and no tannin to speak of while the short, ashy finish has a slightly disjointed note of acidity. Drink up.",,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kilda 2008 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilda-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2008,Kilda 13.5,Red,Germany,"Earthy and crisp, with mixed berry and moss notes peaking through a heavy layer of vanilla. Light-bodied, caramel-flavored palate. Try with lamb chops. Will improve with a year or two in the cellar.",Trocken,37,84,Baden,,,Huber 2006 Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2006-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2006,Huber 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and rustic, this is a chewy wine with very ripe fruit and a touch of oak. The blackberry, cherry and cocoa flavors have an edge of beef jerky and black pepper. Drink now.",Red Zone,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Domaine Degher 2007 Red Zone Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-degher-2007-red-zone-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine Degher 14.4,Red,US,"Dry and sharp in acidity, with a tart mouthfeel, this Pinot also has some overripe flavors of raisins and bitter, tannic raisinskins. Seems like a problem at the sorting table. Decent, but not going anywhere.",Tondre Grapefield,28,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,De Tierra 2006 Tondre Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2006-tondre-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2006,De Tierra 12.5,Red,France,"The wood element is what gives this wine some weight. The fruit by itself is on the edge of green, saved by the dollop of Merlot softness and the well-judged wood. A good effort for 2007.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Barton & Guestier 2007 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2007-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Barton & Guestier 14.5,White,US,"Gets the job done with dryness, crispness and savory flavors of lemons and limes. Nothing complicated here, just a good, affordable wine to drink with everything from cocktails to chicken and Chinese food.",,9,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Campus Oaks 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-lodi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Campus Oaks 14.5,Red,US,"Peppery and stemmy, with a wintergreen tartness that suggests unevenly ripened grapes. The berry-cherry flavors are diluted. Still, it's a clean, dry wine at a decent price.",Old Vine,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Campus Oaks 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2007,Campus Oaks 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with dusty dry-fruit aromas along with weight and rubbery notes. The mouth is juicy and tannic, with tough but respectable plum and cherry flavors accented by firm tannins and herbal notes. Dry, quick and herbal on the finish.",Tintico,9,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2007 Tintico Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2007-tintico-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2007,Castillo de Monjardin 14.5,Red,Australia,"Though a tad simple in the mouth, the nose has more than enough going on, with black tar, raspberry, rubber and earth notes, all sheathed in toasty American oak. The tannins are ripe but noticeable. Best now to 2011.",Church Block Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz - Merlot,20,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 2007 Church Block Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz - Merlot Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2007-church-block-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-merlot-red-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Wirra Wirra 14.2,Red,US,"This Pinot is not a great representative of this fine vineyard. The wine tastes overcropped, with leafy, tannic flavors of cherry tea, cola and oak. But it has a nice silky texture and is finely dry.",Grand Reserve Bien Nacido Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2006 Grand Reserve Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2006-grand-reserve-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Villa Mt. Eden 10.5,White,Germany,"A cozy, likable wine, with gardenia, honeycomb and grapefruit themes. It's just off-dry and has good weight and density in the mouth, though it falls a bit short. A good pick for warm weather sipping.",,14,85,Rheingau,,,Schumann-Nägler 2008 Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schumann-nagler-2008-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schumann-Nägler 12.5,White,Germany,"Notes of botrytis, carnations and spring vegetables open this dry Rheinhessen white. The palate is straightforward and pointedly crisp, winding up on a clove note. A good choice for fans of Pinot Grigio. Drink now.",Kirchberg Bingen Trocken,,85,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2008 Kirchberg Bingen Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2008-kirchberg-bingen-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Rheingraf 13.7,Rose,Spain,"For a Ribera rosé, this gets it mostly right. The nose is neutral and standard, while the spunky palate sports good acidity and flavors of strawberry and raspberry. Wet and refreshing on the finish, and good overall.",Rosado,10,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Recorba 2009 Rosado Tempranillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recorba-2009-rosado-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Recorba 13.5,White,Australia,A tame nose of cream and toast leads to a fairly weighty palate of butter and apples that's punctuated by attractive guava notes. The nutty finish is just this side of medium. Drink up.,Four O'Clock,16,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Spring Seed Wine Co. 2008 Four O'Clock Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-seed-wine-co-2008-four-oclock-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2008,Spring Seed Wine Co. 13.5,Red,Spain,"A touch stalky on the nose, but after that it gets things mostly right. The fruit aromas and flavors are subdued, with jammy raspberry notes leading the way. There's no overt burn or grating feel, and that's good with inexpensive, niche-filling concept wines like this. Fine if you're expectations are modest.",,10,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tempra Tantrum 2008 Tempranillo-Merlot (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempra-tantrum-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Merlot,2008,Tempra Tantrum 11,White,Germany,"An obvious but appealing aroma of sour candy lead into a dry palate that's crisp but balanced, with nice pear and grapefruit inflections. An apple note shows through on the short-to-medium finish. Drink now.",Niersteiner Dry-Style,14,85,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 2008 Niersteiner Dry-Style Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-georg-albrecht-schneider-2008-niersteiner-dry-style-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 14.5,Red,US,"A little one-dimensional, but otherwise a nice, everyday Pinot Noir with good varietal character. With a silky texture, it has dry, clean flavors of cherries, cola, spices and oak.",Goldie's Vines,15,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hollow 2007 Goldie's Vines Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2007-goldies-vines-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Toad Hollow 12.5,White,France,"Light and airy, with a reticent nose of green apple, melon and faded flowers undercut by a slight funkiness. Quite dry, this is a good partner for raw clams. Drink up.",Reserve,19,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Reserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Pierre Sparr 14.5,Red,Spain,"A heavy, briary wine that opens with a full blast of earthy compost and burnt leaves. The palate features pointed berry fruit along with a wall of oaky coconut and vanilla. Creamy on the finish, at least in terms of flavor, with lasting vanilla.",Crianza,28,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Peña Roble 2004 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pena-roble-2004-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Peña Roble 12.5,White,Spain,"Light, simple and ready to drink. More acidic than some, with a cleansing, almost sour flavor package of green apple and lemon. Shows a lot of unabsorbed acidity on the finish, which forces the wine toward being crisp and minimalist. Drink now.",,18,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo San Mauro 2008 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-san-mauro-2008-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Pazo San Mauro 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark in color but a bit hot and clunky on the nose, where oak-based vanilla helps mask its true identity, which is choppy and tart. In between the wine's tang and zest, there's moderate sweetness, vanilla and mild wood notes stemming from the five months it spent in barrel.",,13,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Paramo de Corcos 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paramo-corcos-2007-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Paramo de Corcos 13.8,White,US,"Too ripe and simple in jammy pineapples, tangerines and apricots to stimulate interest, and although it's dry, the acidity tastes unnatural. Shows the difficulties of crafting a fine white wine in Paso Robles.",Volado,32,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2008 Volado Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2008-volado-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2008,Oso Libre 13.5,Red,US,"For the price you get a very nice, drinkable bottle of wine. It's dry and full bodied, with proper flavors of berries, cherries, currants, mocha and spices. This is one to stock up on for parties. Production was 10,000 cases.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Main Street 2006 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-street-2006-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2006,Main Street 9,White,Germany,"A charming wine at a fair price, with jump-out-of-the-glass potpourri scents backed up by lilies and a cut grass back note. It's a bit monotone in the mouth and has no great density but the pretty note of faded flower petals hangs around just long enough to make you forget all that. Drink up.",Noble House,13,85,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2008 Noble House Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2008-noble-house-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 8,White,Germany,"There's admirable ripeness and concentration here but the confected nature of the fruit is distracting. Finishes a bit past short, with a mixed berry note. Best served on its own.",Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese,24,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Fischer 2008 Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-fischer-2008-ockfener-bockstein-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Fischer 12.5,White,France,"This Pinot Blanc opens with a decadent, expressive nose of orange blossom, spice and honeysuckle then turns a bit more austere in the mouth. Crisp and dry, with a short-to-medium finish. Drink now.",,12,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2007 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2007-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Dopff & Irion 13.5,White,France,"Almost light-bodied and with a distinct freshness, the style here is part Pinot Gris, part Pinot Grigio. There's plenty of nuttiness and citrus fruit and although the palate starts out with a note of soft sweet fruit it finishes dry. Drink now.",Les Princes Abbés,19,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-les-princes-abbes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaines Schlumberger 13,Red,France,"Quite a lean wine, austerely tannic. The wood element is prominent and lends an extra dryness to the wine. It is, finally, hard-edged, with the acidity somewhat bitter.",,,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Deyrem Valentin 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-deyrem-valentin-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Deyrem Valentin 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This light rosé sparkler from Canella boasts a pale peach color and offers aromas of wild berry and cranberry. There's an initial touch of sulfur but the sparkler offers smooth, creamy foam in the mouth.",Rosé Brut,,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Canella NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Canella 12.5,Red,Spain,"A tutti-frutti nose leans toward candied cherry and red plum, while the palate is lean, a touch shrill and tastes of lightly herbal red fruits. Nothing heavy or weighty here; it's a simple, perfectly good everyday Rioja with a hint of oak.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Darien 13.9,White,US,"Off-dry, with sugary flavors of pineapples, lemons, limes and honeysuckle flowers. Good acidity keeps the finish clean.",Clarbec Vineyard,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Clarbec 2008 Clarbec Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarbec-2008-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Clarbec 12.5,White,Spain,"Neutral, clean, good white wine for the money. The nose features green apple and lemon, and the low-octane body shows brine, citrus fruit flavors and pithy notes. White grapefruit and orange flavors carry the simple finish to a good ending.",Mesta,7,85,Central Spain,Uclés,,Bodegas Fontana 2008 Mesta Macabeo-Moscatel (Uclés),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fontana-2008-mesta-white-blend-macabeo-moscatel-ucles/,Macabeo-Moscatel,2008,Bodegas Fontana 13.5,Red,Spain,"A mildly baked wine with a touch of raisin, brine and stem on the nose. The palate is grabby, with firm tannins and core flavors of cherry, blackberry and dry oak. Beyond that, there isn't a whole lot else on offer, and the fruit breaks up on the transition from palate to finish.",El Primavera,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Agrícola Labastida 2007 El Primavera (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-labastida-2007-el-primavera-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Agrícola Labastida 14,Red,New Zealand,"As Brancott's top Pinot Noir offering, this is a bit of a disappointment. The fruit is jammy and berry-like, framed by ample vanilla and caramel. It's a satisfying, medium-bodied mouthful of oaked red, it just doesn't show the degree of savory complexity expected at this level.",Terraces T,32,85,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2008 Terraces T Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2008-terraces-t-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Brancott 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a light and easygoing Brut expression of Prosecco with pretty aromas of field flowers, citrus and a touch of sweet peach. There are pleasant notes of chopped herbs and drying minerals at the back.",Brut,15,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2009 Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2009-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2009,Bonotto delle Tezze 12.5,Red,France,"There is some good depth here, giving a wine with structure. There is good balance between black currant fruit and acidity, and the texture is dusty rather than dry.",,,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Barton & Guestier 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Barton & Guestier 13.5,White,Australia,"Fresh and honest, this unoaked Chard has got a zingy lemon theme that permeates nose, palate and finish. Medium-bodied and crisp, an excellent choice for flounder in a lemon sauce. Drink now.",Unwooded,18,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugo 2008 Unwooded Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugo-2008-unwooded-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2008,Hugo 12.5,White,France,"Crisp and dry, with intense fresh apple, pear and mineral scents that lead to a palate of pure honeydew. Though it has the acidity to hold a few years, this wine's principal charm is its youthful fruit and is therefore best drunk before 2012.",Reserve,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2008 Reserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2008-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Jean-Baptiste Adam 14.5,Red,Australia,"This year's version seems dominated by oak, with sawdust and coconut dumbing down the berry flavors. There's a brush of tannin and gripping acidity on the medium finish alongside just a touch of raspberry flavor. Give it a year or two in the cellar for better integration.",Cadenzia,25,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2007 Cadenzia G-S-M (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2007-cadenzia-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-mclaren-vale/,G-S-M,2007,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 13.5,Red,Spain,"A simple but pleasant Ribera red with berry-cherry aromas. The palate has a staunch, tannic grab to it as well as flavors of raspberry, black plum and earth. A wine that has o.k. length and solidity to the finish.",Tinto Roble,12,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2008 Tinto Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2008-tinto-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña Mayor 13,White,France,"Very fresh grassy aromas mark this Sauvignon Blanc-dominated wine. It has the crispest of lemon zest, grapefruit and apricot, the whole wine tight, mineral and fruity.",,17,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Rouquette 2008 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rouquette-2008-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château de Rouquette 12.5,Rose,France,"An attractive, crisp, fruity wine from organic grapes, with red currant and raspberry flavors, lifted well by the fresh acidity. The finish is delicious, bright and clean.",L de Lagarde Rosé,14,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château de Lagarde 2008 L de Lagarde Rosé Red (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagarde-2008-l-rose-red-rose/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Lagarde 14,Red,Spain,"Rooty, tough aromas are brambly, while the palate is narrow in feel, drying and tastes of herbal raspberry and cherry. Quite snappy and a little sharp, with a quick finish of red fruit, tomato and zest. Could improve with aging, but at this point the wine, while solid, seems lacking in stuffing.",Reserva,,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pedrosa 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedrosa-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Pedrosa 13,White,New Zealand,This off-dry Riesling features an alluring nose of petrichor (wet stones) and balanced flavors of lime and apple with a hint of peach. Finishes with hard acids and a faintly bitter edge.,,15,85,Central Otago,,,Mohua 2007 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mohua-2007-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2007,Mohua ,Red,New Zealand,"Seems like a window into earlier days in Hawkes Bay, with pronounced green olive notes framed by lots of tobacco and hints of soy and cedar. Drink now–2015.",Reserve,,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Mission Estate 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-estate-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mission Estate 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Mionetto's rosé sparkler has a sharper, more determined edge, evident in its intense aromas of forest berry, white almond and cranberry. The wine is fizzy and tonic in the mouth and ends with bright acidity.",Sergio Rosé Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Mionetto NV Sergio Rosé Extra Dry Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-sergio-rose-extra-dry-sparkling-veneto-112941/,Sparkling Blend,,Mionetto 13.5,Red,Spain,"With good fruit and controlled aromas, it does what young Toro should when done well. Tight in the mouth, with bold black cherry flavors, it bites down with young, big tannins, but it doesn't burn or grate. Shades of mint and chocolate help it along.",Bajoz,10,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Pagos del Rey 2008 Bajoz (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-rey-2008-bajoz-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2008,Pagos del Rey 14.5,White,Australia,"There's twice as much going on in the nose of this wine than anyone has a right to expect at this price. The Oxford Landing 2008 Viognier unfolds with heady scents of gardenia, honeysuckle and hyssop that give way to a luxuriously textured palate imbued with tones of ripe papayas. A good partner for Asian food. Drink up in 2010.",,9,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2008 Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2008-viognier-south/,Viognier,2008,Oxford Landing 10.5,White,Germany,"Honest and clean, with white flower charm and a mouthwatering palate that shows nice honeysuckle and lily character. Quince and beeswax come through on the crisp but slightly sweet finish. Drink now or in 2011.",R,18,85,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2008 R Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2008-r-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,August Kesseler 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a light and informal Prosecco with wildflower tones, citrus and lingering notes of white peach. The wine is light, luminous and effervescent and would pair beautifully with fried calamari.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Foss Marai NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Foss Marai 13.5,Red,Spain,"For a Priorat red, this is lean and snappy, with hot, stemmy aromas and light-bodied, racy fruit flavors. It's a blend of six different grapes, and overall it comes across just well enough to be worth a go. That said, it is kind of short and scratchy given its domain.",,15,85,Catalonia,Priorat,,La Ninota 2005 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninota-2005-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2005,La Ninota 13,White,Australia,"Minerally, understated style with a nose of hay and semolina followed by vanilla and pear on the tongue. Citrus notes stay lively on the short finish. Serve with a subtle fish such as cod. Drink now.",,16,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Green Point 2006 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2006-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Green Point ,Red,US,"Though lacking the weight and complexity generally associated with reserve wines, this delicate little Pinot offers pale red fruits, tart acids and moderate tannins. Much like a simple Bourgogne from a modest vintage.",Reserve Signature,27,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kathken Vineyards 2008 Reserve Signature Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathken-vineyards-2008-reserve-signature-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kathken Vineyards ,Red,US,"Distinctive, with a strong flavor of cherry—much beyond the usual cherry found in many red wines. The fruit is backed with stiff tannins, slightly herbal, and a streak of vanilla/caramel. The finish is incomplete; the fruit drops off and the wine turns gluey.",Black Label,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kason 2007 Black Label Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kason-2007-black-label-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kason 12.5,Red,France,"Highly juicy wine, packed with tannins as well as black currants and red berries. Green pepper, spice and high acidity are strongly present.",Château Picard,25,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Château Picard (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-chateau-picard-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse ,Sparkling,US,"Mildly spritzy, sweet and orange flavored, this low-alcohol, frizzanté-style bubbly is a very pleasant springtime quaffer. Serve it quite cold, and it can open or close a picnic in style.",Semi-Sparkling,15,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tualatin Estate 2009 Semi-Sparkling Muscat (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tualatin-estate-2009-semi-sparkling-muscat-willamette-valley/,Muscat,2009,Tualatin Estate 14.1,Red,US,"Raw in mouthwatering acidity, this Pinot is rich enough in black cherries, currants, plums and oak, but the harsh, tart texture is a turnoff. Has a prickly, peppery feeling of sandpaper that's not likely to age away.",,36,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2007 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talley 14,Red,New Zealand,"Staete Landt's Marlborough Pinot Noir stands out for its leather, cedar and spice notes. Cinnamon, clove and vanilla accent modest cherry fruit in this medium-bodied offering, ending with more cedar and vanilla.",Estate Grown,55,85,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2008 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2008-estate-grown-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Staete Landt 12.8,White,Australia,"Fresh and lively, with lemon, fig and tangerine scents that take on a lemon tone on the palate. Crisp, shortish finish. Try with tuna steaks. Drink up.",Unoaked,11,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,The Wishing Tree 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wishing-tree-2008-unoaked-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2008,The Wishing Tree 8.5,White,Germany,"Clearly in the mineral camp, with aromas of wet stones and gravel taking precedence over the peach fruit. Some nice lanolin and kiwi flavors peek through in the mouth, set against a soft, light-bodied structure. The mineral finish is on the short side. Drink now.",,16,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2008 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2008-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Saarstein 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark in color, with aromas of bacon fat, blackberry candy and vanilla. The body is medium to full, with grabby tannins that support mildly medicinal blackberry and cherry flavors. Finishes clean and regular, with no nasty residue or forced oak.",Codice,10,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2007 Codice Tinto Fino (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2007-codice-tempranillo-tinto-fino-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tinto Fino,2007,Dominio de Eguren 12,White,France,The nose displays some funky notes alongside pleasant mineral scents while the elegant palate is crisp and lemony. The short-to-medium finish ends on a grapefruit tone. Terrific choice for shellfish. Drink now.,Les Princes Abbés,15,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2007-les-princes-abbes-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Domaines Schlumberger ,Red,US,"A simple, pleasant Pinot Noir with suggestions of strawberries and chocolate wafers. Light as a feather, it seems almost weightless in the mouth, but it has no rough edges and would be a fine picnic wine.",,28,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Del Rio 14.1,Red,US,"Tough and gritty, lacking the opulent charm you want in a good Merlot. The flavors suggest briary cherries, blackberries and spices, with an elaborate coating of oak. Drink now.",Reserve Estate Grown,32,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,De Tierra 2005 Reserve Estate Grown Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2005-reserve-estate-grown-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2005,De Tierra 12.5,Red,Hungary,"This red is appealing for its honesty, with scents of fresh grapes and wet black earth. It turns a bit perfumed in the mouth but has a solid finish, supported by good acidity and gentle tannins. Drink now.",Portugieser,15,85,Villány,,,Gere Attila 2008 Portugieser Red (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gere-attila-2008-portugieser-red-villany/,Red Blend,2008,Gere Attila 14.3,Red,US,"A decent, everyday Pinot Noir. Shows balanced tannins and acids, with pleasant, varietal flavors of cherries, cola, mint and cedar. Rough in texture, though.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Gatos Locos 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gatos-locos-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gatos Locos 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Made in a soft, off-dry style, this Pinot Gris features apple and pear flavors underscored by modest citrusy notes and a bit of gingery spice on the finish. Drink now.",,18,85,Waipara,,,Freefall 2008 Pinot Gris (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freefall-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-waipara/,Pinot Gris,2008,Freefall 14.2,Red,US,"A bit inert, with a watery aroma and flavor. Beyond that, it's a pleasantly dry wine, with modest cherry, cola and spice flavors.",,28,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Eric K. James 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-k-james-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Eric K. James 13.5,White,Germany,"Opens with a candied note, cut through with spice and apricot scents. There's good intensity and fresh acidity in the mouth and an appealing final note of burnt orange peel. Serve as an apéritif. Drink now.",Kugelspiel Trocken,24,85,Franken,,,Castell 2008 Kugelspiel Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2008-kugelspiel-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2008,Castell 13.5,White,Spain,"A barrel-heavy blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo? That's what this is, so expect popcorn and bland white fruit along with plenty of acidity. On one hand, it's an angular, sour wine that makes you wonder; on the other hand, it blends toast, butter, baked apple and lemon into a nutty whole that's not bad. Has both merits and faults.",Tríptico,25,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2008 Tríptico Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2008-triptico-white-blend-verdejo-sauvignon-blanc-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Storks' Tower 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark, fiery, forceful and woody, with aromas of sawdust atop black fruit. The palate is zesty, lively and hard, with biting tannins raising up flavors of blackberry and pepper. Acidic, rough and tough, but with good flavors and a decent amount of integrity.",,16,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Volver 2007 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volver-2007-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2007,Volver 11,White,Germany,"A perky, zesty wine, with appealing moss and honeysuckle scents followed by a grapefruit peel character in the mouth. Feels soft and light on the palate but finishes clean. Drink up.",Rhein River,10,85,Rheinhessen,,,Rudi Wiest 2007 Rhein River Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-wiest-2007-rhein-river-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2007,Rudi Wiest 14.3,Red,Uruguay,"Maybe this wine weighs in a bit stewy and heavy, but along the way it has some virtues, namely an attractive rum-raisin quality to the bouquet and intense black-fruit flavors. It's a chunky wine that stumbles along the palate, but you have to admire it's richness and stuffing. The blend is Tannat, Cabernet and Merlot.",TCM,19,85,Canelones,,,Toscanini 2004 TCM Red (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscanini-2004-tcm-red-canelones/,Red Blend,2004,Toscanini 14.9,Red,US,"Good spicy flavors in this briary, brambly wine. Tastes like freshly picked wild berries in the forest, with notes of pine, anise and pepper. Could be sturdier in texture, though, as it's a bit soft and melted.",Meeks Hilltop Ranch,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2006 Meeks Hilltop Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2006-meeks-hilltop-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Wellington 13.5,Red,US,"Fruity and silky, with a pop cola taste of black cherries, licorice and spices. This is a clean, fundamentally simple wine that's ready to drink now.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Valley of the Moon 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Valley of the Moon 12,White,France,"The aromas here have matured into vanilla, toasted nuts and butter, while the palate still shows a crisp lime note. Zesty, short-to-medium finish. Try with simple fish preparations. Drink now.",Cuvée Les Amours,18,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2007 Cuvée Les Amours Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2007-cuvee-amours-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Hugel 13,White,Germany,Unusual aromatics are dominated by hints of zucchini and other green vegetables. There's a pleasant spice theme to the palate but also some very aggressive tannins. Rhubarb flavors show through on the medium finish. Give the tannins a few years to round out.,Malterdinger,47,85,Baden,,,Huber 2007 Malterdinger Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2007-malterdinger-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2007,Huber ,Red,France,"Light, fresh, fruity wine, with a smoky complexity. The acidity and red currants are more intense than the dry structure. The whole wine is tight, stalky, finishing with toughness.",,51,85,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Tour Robert 2006 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-robert-2006-merlot-pomerol/,Merlot,2006,Château Tour Robert 14.8,Red,US,"Too ripe and fruity, almost clumsy, with gigantic waves of blackberries, cherries and chocolate. Too sharp, too, and the oak is strong. Could resolve in the bottle over the next few years, but it's risky.",Bacchanal Estate Grown,48,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Martin Estate 2006 Bacchanal Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-estate-2006-bacchanal-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martin Estate 13,White,France,"An intriguing wine, a blend of Riesling and Pinot Gris, showing developed aromas of char and spice. There's precious little fruit here, though a few apple notes inform the medium-bodied palate. Hay and lanolin flavors on the finish dissipate a bit too quickly.",L'Ame de la Terre Val D'Eleon,38,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 L'Ame de la Terre Val D'Eleon White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-lame-terre-val-deleon-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 12.5,White,Spain,"The name means “Sea of Vines,” and that's what you see in Rías Baixas. Here, we have a dry, crisp white with apple and apricot on the nose and a bit of roundness, weight and chunkiness in the mouth. Tastes of pithy apple and apricot, with mild bitterness on the finish. Drink now.",,15,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Viñas 2008 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-vinas-2008-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2008,Mar de Viñas 12.5,Red,France,"From a vineyard planted on the island of Margaux in the Gironde estuary, this soft wine has stalky fruits, very berry, burnished with wood and given a spicy character. It is ready to drink now, the acidity and juicy finale dominant.",Château Biré,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Château Biré (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-chateau-bire-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco sparkler would work wonderfully with an antipasto platter of salumi, cheese and green olives. There's an interesting and unique aroma here that recalls clove or cinnamon.",,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Foss Marai NV Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Foss Marai 13,Red,Spain,"A rough, raw wine from Galicia that starts with a swirl of hard fruit aromas, heat and chemical. The palate is jacked up with berry fruit, tannic bite and power, and the finish is chewy and rugged. Packed with color and flavor but also aggression. Definitely not for everyone.",Barrica,23,85,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Abadía da Cova 2006 Barrica Red (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-cova-2006-barrica-red-ribeira-sacra/,Red Blend,2006,Abadía da Cova 8.2,Sparkling,US,"Deeply colored for a rosé sparkling wine, and full bodied, with raspberry and cherry jam, vanilla wafer and yeasty, baked dough flavors. Slightly sweet, too. Champagne fans won't like it, but millions of ordinary consumers will.",Rosso Red Spumante,10,85,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Rosso Red Spumante Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-rosso-red-spumante-sparkling-california-111710/,Sparkling Blend,,Ballatore 8.2,Sparkling,US,"Two things to know about this bubbly. It's slightly sweet, and it's rather rough in texture. Those bubbles are big and scoury. They almost make you sneeze. The lemon tart flavors are tasty.",Gran Spumante,10,85,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Gran Spumante Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-gran-spumante-sparkling-california-111709/,Sparkling Blend,,Ballatore 14,Red,Brazil,"Taut, dense and ripe, this 50/50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot opens with aromas of chocolate-covered cherries and cherry cordial. The palate is dry and concentrated with medium acidity and a tannin structure that calls for a knife and fork. Give it a few years.",Lote 43,35,85,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2005 Lote 43 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2005-lote-43-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-vale-vinhedos/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2005,Vinícola Miolo 13.5,Red,US,"A light, unidimensional Zin showing easy flavors of berries, cola and spices. Clean and dry, it's a good everyday sipper, at a fair price.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2008 Valley Oaks Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2008-valley-oaks-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Fetzer 13.5,Red,Spain,"Condensed, syrupy cherry aromas are a little candied, while the palate is acidic and angular, with juicy, tomatoey cherry and plum flavors. Fairly tight and lean in the mouth, with just enough oak to create a mocha/cocoa accent on the finish. For the price, there isn't much body, variety of flavor or pleasantries.",Horizonte de Exopto,37,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Exopto 2007 Horizonte de Exopto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exopto-2007-horizonte-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Exopto 12,White,France,"A few years of age have added some interest to this Pinot Blanc. Toasted nuts and butter are the dominant notes now, though some zesty lemon flavor emerges on the finish. Crisp, light and subtle; a good choice for a contemplative moment.",Cuvée Les Amours,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2006 Cuvée Les Amours Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2006-cuvee-amours-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2006,Hugel 13,White,Australia,Classic Sauvignon Blanc aromas of cut grass and asparagus are set against a faint mineral background. It's a bit simpler on the palate but finishes with an invigorating lemon edge. Drink up.,Hazard Hill,13,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2008 Hazard Hill Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2008-hazard-hill-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Plantagenet 13.5,White,France,"This is an easy-to-like crowd pleaser, with clean scents of mixed nuts and a zesty, crisp, medium-bodied palate. Finishes earthy and dry. Drink now.",,18,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Pierre Sparr 12.5,Red,Spain,"Pop the cork and look for a bulky Mencía from the little-known region of Ribeira Sacra in Galicia. The wine has rubber, bacon and plum aromas, and then an enamel-like palate of black cherry and herbs. Tough stuff, but unique.",,17,85,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Rectoral de Amandi 2008 Mencía (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rectoral-amandi-2008-spanish-red-mencia-ribeira-sacra/,Mencía,2008,Rectoral de Amandi ,White,US,"This is an acid-lover's Pinot Gris, quite tart and lemony. The lightly ripened fruit hints at green apples and pears, with nicely managed phenolics that put an edge on the finish.",,15,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Cloudline 2008 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudline-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,Cloudline 14,Red,Australia,"This Grenache-dominant blend opens with a less-than-pleasant scent of paint thinner hiding behind more usual tones of spiced plums and candied cherries. There's nice raspberry fruit on the finish, buoyed by a sharp whack of acidity. Drink now.",The Stump Jump,11,85,South Australia,South Australia,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Stump Jump G-S-M (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-stump-jump-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-south/,G-S-M,2008,D'Arenberg 12.5,Red,France,"A direct wine, its acidity very linear to go with the dark tannins. The fruit is juicy, very black currant, with a stalky character. This is classic food-friendly Bordeaux, with a bright but dry finish.",Clos de la Vieille Eglise,,85,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,D & R Dubois 2006 Clos de la Vieille Eglise (Côtes de Castillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/d-r-dubois-2006-clos-vieille-eglise-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,D & R Dubois 13,Red,Australia,"Peppery and exotic, with a nose of elderflower and lavender that draws you in to the glass. There's good intensity on the palate and an irresistible raspberry juiciness. The finish isn't too long, but leaves a nice impression of coffee and mocha from toasty French oak. Great choice for short ribs. Drink now.",Estate Range,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Beelgara 2007 Estate Range Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beelgara-2007-estate-range-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2007,Beelgara 12.5,White,Australia,"This wine marches to its own tune, with scents of hay and Brie cheese followed by a palate of cut grass and parchment paper. Short-to-medium finish winds up with a hit of acidity. Drink now.",,15,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beach Head 2008 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beach-head-2008-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2008,Beach Head 12.5,Red,France,"A densely texture wine that gives ripe black berry fruits, black currants, wood spice and a core of dry tannins. There is some weight here, and the wine could age another year.",Les Charmes de Magnol,,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Barton & Guestier 2006 Les Charmes de Magnol (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2006-charmes-magnol-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Barton & Guestier 14.4,Red,US,"Too sweet for balance. Tastes like sugared blackberry and cherry jam, enriched with caramelized oak. The tannin structure is very fine, but the wine needs to be drier and less obvious.",,36,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 12.5,White,Spain,"Dry and not all that fruity up front, with a blast of oak. The palate shows weight and bold acidity, which pumps up the lemon, apple and pineapple flavors. A bit sour, scouring and sharp, but also cleansing and fresh. Blunt white wine.",Cuesta Del Aire,15,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2008 Cuesta Del Aire Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2008-cuesta-aire-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo,2008,Storks' Tower 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Not quite as enticing as the 2007, Stoneleigh's 2008 Pinot Noir offers up some herbal, tomato-like aromas, combines them with roasted cherry-plum fruit, then finishes with a flourish of mocha oak. Drink now.",,16,85,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stoneleigh 9.5,White,Germany,"Straightforward and creamy, with lemon zest and white cherry accents and a lively, citrus palate that's not too sweet. Finishes dry, with a lingering wet stone note.",Relax,10,85,Mosel,,,Schmitt Söhne 2008 Relax Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2008-relax-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Schmitt Söhne 14.1,White,US,"Front-loaded with lemon, lime, grapefruit, gooseberry and honeysuckle flavors, this friendly Sauv Blanc is basically dry. It turns racy with acidity toward the finish. A nice, versatile white wine for drinking anytime.",,19,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Sawyer 13,White,France,"A bit reticent, offering apple, lily and spring flowers for an opening act, followed by citrus flavors on the palate. The short-to-medium finish has a pleasant lemon edge. Drink up.",Le Dragon,45,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2006 Le Dragon Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2006-le-dragon-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2006,Josmeyer 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fresh and fun Prosecco with a pale straw color and well integrated aromas of chopped grass, wild flowers and peach. The wine is tonic and sharp in the mouth thanks to its persistent perlage.",,17,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,La Marca NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marca-nv-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,La Marca 13,White,Spain,"Light, floral and almondy, with hints of pear, apple and buttercup on the nose. More creamy and soft than acidic, with pear and vanilla flavors. The finish holds steady for a while, and overall the wine is likable. 75% Viura and 25% Chardonnay.",,8,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2008 White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2008-white-navarra/,White Blend,2008,Vega Sindoa 12.5,White,Australia,"Bright and limey, with butterscotch notes punctuating the citrus fruit. The crisp palate is light-to-medium- bodied and winds up on a fleeting mineral note. Try with halibut. Best now to 2011.",,19,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2008 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2008-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2008,Vasse Felix 13.6,White,US,"A nice Sauvignon Blanc that's likeable for its extreme dryness, and that savory, Monterey acidity that leaves the finish so clean. Shows fine flavors of lemons and limes, with a touch of smoky vanilla.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Main Street 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-street-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Main Street 12.5,Red,France,"A top cuvée from Château Cheval Noir, with wood dominating the plum juice fruits. It is tough, the tannins giving considerable dryness, while the fruit behind seems lightweight.",Château Cheval Noir Le Fer,50,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Mähler-Besse 2007 Château Cheval Noir Le Fer (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2007-chateau-cheval-noir-le-fer-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mähler-Besse 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells earthy, leathery and a bit gaseous before you get to a broad palate of stretched berry flavors, vanilla and herbal notes. There are good points here but also gaps in the wine, including a tomatoey quality to the flavor profile. Improves a bit with airing but still it struggles to make the grade.",LZ,18,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Telmo Rodríguez 2008 LZ (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2008-lz-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Telmo Rodríguez 13.5,White,France,"A more restrained style of Gewürztraminer, with petroleum and mineral notes set against a subtle background of delicate flowers. Only faintly off-dry with medium acidity. Try with Vietnamese food. Drink up.",,18,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Pierre Sparr 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-Rhône blend is tannic and hard in the mouth. It's like chewing on leather, with a beef jerky toughness to the blackberry and cherry flavors. The idea seems to be ageability, but the future of this wine is far from certain.",Study in Blue,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2006 Study in Blue Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2006-study-in-blue-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Waterstone 11,Sparkling,Italy,This Prosecco Brut opens with a neutral nose although there are some distant hints of peach and citrus to keep it interesting. The mouthfeel is light and lean with a crisp drop of tangy lemon citrus at the end.,Brut,19,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Val d'Oca NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Val d'Oca 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Poggio dei Vigneti is a fresh and light Prosecco with creamy, bubbly foam and aromas of peach, lemon candy and grapefruit. The citrus element is forefront and suggests a pairing with tuna salad or fried calamari.",Poggio dei Vigneti Extra Dry,13,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Natale Verga NV Poggio dei Vigneti Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-nv-poggio-vigneti-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Natale Verga 14,White,New Zealand,"Sweet and soft, with ripe melon and pear flavors that somehow never seem cloying, instead remaining harmonious through the finish. Drink now.",,18,85,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2008 Pinot Gris (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-nelson/,Pinot Gris,2008,Woollaston ,White,US,"Very light fruit flavors of citrus and yellow apple. The wine was done entirely in stainless steel, with no barrel aging, yet somehow a vanilla streak has snuck into the finish. It's yeasty and crisp, with a residual flavor of wet steel.",,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winter's Hill 2007 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2007-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Winter's Hill 13.9,Red,US,"A little heavy and overly extracted. Shows lots of ripe blackberries and black cherries, but fruit isn't everything. It's a wine that needs more levels of complexity.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Wellington 14.4,Red,US,"A bit raw and scoury in the mouth, with some green, minty sharpness to the cherry, spice and smoky oak flavors. The palate wants to like this wine, but that sharpness keeps on intruding on the pleasure.",Maboroshi Vineyard,42,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutcher Crossing 2008 Maboroshi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutcher-crossing-2008-maboroshi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutcher Crossing 14,Red,Spain,"Emilio Moro's first foray into the land of value-priced wine is good but nothing special. The nose is brambly and dusty, like the inside of a Topps baseball card package. Meanwhile, the palate is tight and lean, with cherry flavors infiltrated by dry oak. Overall it's typical of a solid but average red wine.",Finca Resalso,15,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2007 Finca Resalso (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2007-finca-resalso-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Emilio Moro 12.5,White,France,"Defiantly herbaceous, a wine that has the freshest crisp fruits, packed with grapefruit and lime, edged with pear juice, lively and bright.",,18,85,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bertinerie 2008 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertinerie-2008-sauvignon-blanc-cotes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Château Bertinerie 12,White,France,"A light, crisp, grassy wine, with the freshest grapefruit acidity and a texture of tight apple skins.",,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Grand Jean 2008 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2008-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Grand Jean 12,Red,France,"The wine has some weight, dominated by dry tannins and a dark edge of black currants. For a 2005, it is surprisingly light, but the elements of ripe fruit and balancing acidity are there, even if the tannins and wood still dominate.",,17,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Esteau 2005 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desteau-2005-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château d'Esteau ,White,US,"There's plenty of acid in this tart, sleek Chardonnay, and no obvious flavors from barrel aging or even malolactic fermentation. It's simple, crisp, and tastes of green apples with a hint of cinnamon.",,20,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Del Rio 14,Red,Spain,"Strawberry and raspberry aromas are a little stalky and stemmy, while the palate is entirely regular in feel, weight and flavor. Speaking of flavors, things run a little tart and herbal, while the finish has an acidic yet fresh zestiness. Midlevel in every way.",,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2007 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2007-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Beronia 14.5,Red,US,"The oak stands out, offering buttered toast, caramel and vanilla notes that swamp the underlying wine, which has flavors of blackberries and blueberries. Certainly has some fancy tannins, but that woody overlay is unbalanced.",Estate Vineyards,36,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2006 Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2006-estate-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Burgess 14.9,Red,US,"Ripe and jammy, with tons of blackberries, cherries, currants and chocolate, wrapped into smooth, drink-me-now tannins. Not a whole lot going on below the surface, but a pleasant, easy sipper.",Home Ranch,19,86,California,Lake County,High Valley,Shannon Ridge 2007 Home Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2007-home-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Shannon Ridge 14.2,Red,New Zealand,"Pretty oaky stuff, with scents of freshly sawn cedar leading the way. There is a pleasant creaminess to the texture and the cranberry fruit does come through on the finish, so there are things to like besides the barrel treatment.",,30,86,Central Otago,,,Wild Earth 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-earth-2008-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wild Earth 8,White,Germany,"Opens in an offbeat (in a good way) style, with cantaloupe, orange, chamomile and newly mown hay scents that give way to more classic flavors of wet stones and apricot in the mouth. There's quite a bit of residual sugar here but the crisp acidity results in a fairly dry finish. Drink now to 2011.",Kabinett Red Slate,18,86,Mosel,,,Schmitges 2008 Kabinett Red Slate Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2008-kabinett-red-slate-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Schmitges 13.5,White,Australia,"Bright and aromatic, with intense tropical fruit and a markedly full body. The luxurious texture seems to be just the right vehicle for the exotic expression of guava, kiwi and mango fruit that carry over to the flavorful (if short) finish. Try with grilled salmon. Drink now.",Unwooded,15,86,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2008 Unwooded Chardonnay (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2008-unwooded-chardonnay-barossa/,Chardonnay,2008,Schild Estate 7.5,White,Germany,"This wine starts out with a serious ethyl acetate (nail polish remover) problem but cleans up with aeration. Aromas here are sweet and a bit candyish—sour apple, spiced pear and watermelon flavors that lead to a pleasant, flowery palate. Quite off-dry, with a shortish finish of orange blossom. Drink now.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,26,86,Mosel,,,Vereinigte Hospitien 2008 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vereinigte-hospitien-2008-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Vereinigte Hospitien 14.2,Red,US,"The aroma is all caramelized wood and the dominant flavor is buttered toast and caramel. Wood tannins also come into play, adding to the grape tannins to make for a tough mouthfeel. Somewhere in there is a pretty good Syrah with blackberry flavors. Decanting helps a little, but the oak may never integrate.",Block 9,50,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Terlato 2006 Block 9 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2006-block-9-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Terlato 14.4,Red,US,"Tastes sharp and jammy, a very young wine with fresh flavors of cherries and black raspberries. Gets the Pinot job done at a decent price, and could mellow in the bottle through 2011.",Estate Vineyards,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2008 Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-estate-vineyards-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rodney Strong 13.9,Red,US,"This Rhône-style blend is drinkable now for its immediately accessible fruit flavors of cherries and raspberries, along with spicy, leathery notes. It's clean and dry and balanced.",Rhone de Robles,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Hall 2007 Rhone de Robles Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2007-rhone-robles-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Robert Hall 12,White,France,"Subtle but perfumed opening, with spiced pear, macadamia and white flower scents. The crisp palate coasts to a shortish but flavorful finish of mixed nuts and lemon. Well done. Try with fish in a lemon-butter sauce. Drink now.",Tradition,21,86,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2007 Tradition Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2007-tradition-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,René Muré 11.5,White,Spain,"Some Barbier wines, depending on when you catch them, are fresh, pleasant and overdeliver. Others are dull and dead. This one falls into the first category with its melon, apple and Asian pear aromas and flavors. It's lithe, light in body and clean. Good as it gets for $6.",Mediterranean White,6,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean White White (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-white-white-catalunya-111891/,White Blend,,René Barbier 12,White,Australia,This unusual blend of Colombard and Sauvignon Blanc really works. There's well-defined acidity and an intense tropical flower character that floats over a base of orange blossom and citrus fruit. It's light-bodied and offers an intense note of honeysuckle on the short-to-medium finish. Drink now.,La Biondina,19,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Primo Estate 2008 La Biondina White (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primo-estate-2008-biondina-white-mclaren-vale/,White Blend,2008,Primo Estate 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This wine's muted aromatics and lack of texture vividly illustrate why the Spy Valley Gewürzes should be consumed in their first flush of youth. It's still a solid offering, with pear-like fruit and a touch of spice, but nothing like the flamboyant 2009. Drink up.",,21,86,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2007 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2007-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Spy Valley 14.5,White,Australia,"Fresh apple and hay scents set the stage for a refreshing expression of citrus fruit on the creamy palate. This wine's got decent acidity and pistachio, walnut and sour candy flavors that combine harmoniously on the finish. Very tasty. Drink now.",Mark Davidson Sanctuary Farm,11,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tamburlaine 2006 Mark Davidson Sanctuary Farm Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamburlaine-2006-mark-davidson-sanctuary-farm-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2006,Tamburlaine 13.5,Red,Spain,"This seems like the best bet among the Tempra Tantrum lineup. The nose has vibrancy and good fruit content, while the palate is sizable and shows solid balance. Flavors of cherry and red plum are good, and the finish has some length.",,10,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tempra Tantrum 2008 Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempra-tantrum-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2008,Tempra Tantrum 15.5,Red,US,"Shows Zin's wild, briary personality, with spicy flavors of ripe summer berries. An exuberant wine that wants barbecue and marinara-sauced pasta dishes to set it off. Don't forget the grated cheese.",Rattler Rock Old Vine,29,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Truett Hurst 2008 Rattler Rock Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2008-rattler-rock-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Truett Hurst 14.5,Red,US,"Made from indeterminate varieties, this is a tannic, jammy wine whose blackberries, cherries, currants and chocolate taste like they were baked into a pie. It's dry and tannic, without any particular subtlety. Drink now.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Trios 2006 Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trios-2006-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Trios 9.5,White,Germany,"Intriguing, with Indian spice and petroleum top notes followed by pomelo and lime fruit. There's density to the citrus fruit and an overall elegance. It picks up more acidity on the finish, resulting in a refreshing impression. Nicely done.",Haus Klosterberg,16,86,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Haus Klosterberg Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-haus-klosterberg-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor 14,Red,Spain,"Light raspberry and plum aromas feature a side note of citrus peel, while the flavors are pure but rudimentary dark berry, plum and herb. Good body and structure, but not complex or layered. Finishes peppery and a touch bitter, with short-lasting fruit.",La Vendimia,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2008 La Vendimia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2008-vendimia-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Palacios Remondo 13,White,France,"Made in an oxidative fashion, with lanolin, earth and hay scents dominating the nose. The concentrated palate shows lively lemon notes buoyed by lip-smacking acidity. A perfect partner for light bistro fare. Drink now.",Les Charmes Kritt,24,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2007 Les Charmes Kritt Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2007-charmes-kritt-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Marc Kreydenweiss 13,White,France,"Noticeably off-dry, this wine opens with spice and rose aromas shot through with mineral notes, followed by a faintly watery palate that nonetheless comes through with some lovely spiced pear flavor. Unctuous, medium finish. Serve as an apéritif.",Réserve,21,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2008 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2008-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Lucien Albrecht 14,Red,Lebanon,"This Rhône blend (Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache) from Lebanon's Bekaa Valley has sylvan aromas on top of a base of plum and raspberry jam. It's full bodied, with a bit of grip to the palate and some prune character showing through on the medium finish.",Grand Vin Bourgeois,25,83,Bekaa Valley,,,Heritage 2007 Grand Vin Bourgeois Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-2007-grand-vin-bourgeois-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Heritage 12.5,White,Germany,"Light and pretty on the nose, with carnations, lemon and just a hint of candied ginger in the background. A tad watery in the mouth, with a short citrus peel aftertaste. Drink up.",Trocken,16,83,Franken,,,Castell-Castell 2008 Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-castell-2008-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2008,Castell-Castell 14,Red,Australia,"Not the stellar value of prior years, the 2007 Jacob's Creek shows low, earthy tones and a stingy amount of fruit, though a touch of cassis pops up on the short finish. Drink up.",,8,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2007 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2007,Jacob's Creek 14.5,Red,Australia,"A gummy and overly earthy nose is a bit off-putting, though there is some juicy cassis fruit on the palate and a refreshing ginger tinge. Drink up.",The Red Mullet,15,82,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 2007 The Red Mullet Red (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-2007-red-mullet-clare-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Pikes 14.4,Red,US,"This is an acidic, sharp wine, in the manner of many California Sangioveses. It's severely dry and tannic, with only modest flavors of cherries.",Kiara Private Reserve Sylvester Vineyards,20,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sylvester 2007 Kiara Private Reserve Sylvester Vineyards Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvester-2007-kiara-private-reserve-vineyards-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2007,Sylvester ,Red,US,"Certainly the finest Champoux vineyard Cabernet Franc yet from Sineann, this immense, concentrated wine blends a riot of dark fruits with baking spices, ground coffee, tobacco and caramel. Great concentration and depth, but drinking it now is robbing the cradle.",Champoux Vineyard,40,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2008 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Sineann ,Red,US,"A five-grape Bordeaux blend, this is the darkest and most dense of all the current Robert Karl reds. Raspberries, Bing cherries and cassis gather into a slightly liquorous core, with nuanced notes of black olive and wood smoke. The tannins are refined and ripe, but the sweet and pretty fruit holds center stage.",Inspiration Reserve Red Wine,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2006 Inspiration Reserve Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2006-inspiration-reserve-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Robert Karl ,Red,US,"Very young, this is still showing some green flavors, but it's layered and complex. Black cherry, cassis, black olives, black tea, cured meat and smoke all wrap together in this elegant and precise reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Give it a couple of hours to breathe.",Block 1 Reserve,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2006 Block 1 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2006-block-1-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Canoe Ridge 14,Red,Argentina,"It takes a few minutes to become friends with this bruising heavyweight from Mendoza's Uco Valley. It's muscular, tough, tannic and lemony now, but time will unleash a lovable, big-time Argentine blend with rustic notes along with pure, polished berry fruit and loads of earthy spice. Better to hold until at least 2011 before uncorking.",Chacayes,70,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2006 Chacayes Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2006-chacayes-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,François Lurton 14.3,Red,US,"A curious wine. It's not tasting at all good now. So tannic, so new oaky, it feels clumsy and astringent and awkward in the mouth. Then you realize how rich the heart of fruit is, offering an enormous array of blackberries, blueberries and black currants. The grapes are from Rutherford. The gamble is if the fruit will outlast the tannins.",Wykoff Vineyard,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Neal Family 2005 Wykoff Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neal-family-2005-wykoff-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Neal Family 13,White,France,"In a crisp style, this has lively white fruit flavors, a youthful, steely mineral character, balanced by caramel richness and fine refreshing acidity. Age for 2–3 years.",Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru,40,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-montee-tonnerre-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Simonnet-Febvre 13,White,France,"A round style of Chablis, rich in toast and yellow fruits, this is densely concentrated, the flavors going deep into the glass. The acidity brings everything together, a crisp framework of apple juice and green berries.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,40,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Simonnet-Febvre 14,White,Italy,"This is a beautiful Pinot Grigio on all fronts: The aromas are pristine but intense and the mouthfeel is sophisticated and layered. Fresh fruit tones of apricot, peach, honey and white almond are packed tight and last long on the palate.",Egg Leiten Exclusiv,26,90,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2008 Egg Leiten Exclusiv Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2008-egg-leiten-exclusiv-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2008,St. Pauls 14,Red,Italy,"This delicious Sicilian blend of Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d'Avola offers a pretty aromatic ensemble of ripe fruit, spice and leather. There are distinct notes of blackberry and prune and the wine tastes soft and opulent in the mouth.",Sallier de la Tour,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2005 Sallier de la Tour Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2005-sallier-tour-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2005,Tasca d'Almerita 14.6,Red,US,"Enormously rich and ripe, a dense, deeply flavored wine bursting with blackberry marmalade, chocolate, black currants and black pepper, with a meaty, smoky edge. The tannins are huge, as they usually are in Petite Sirah, but this one shows unusual finesse for a wine of such power.",Estate,48,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Zichichi Family Vineyard 2006 Estate Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zichichi-family-vineyard-2006-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Zichichi Family Vineyard 12,Dessert,Canada,"A beautiful Quebec classic ice cider, with vibrant notes of fresh apple slices drizzled with honey and clove. Round and full in the mouth without being overly heavy and cloying, the tangerine citrus lifts up the sweeter ripe baked apple and superripe stone fruit flavors. Long and immensely satisfying on the finish; a great after dinner sipper for company.",Neige Apple Ice Wine,35,90,Canada Other,Quebec,,La Face Cachée de la Pomme NV Neige Apple Ice Wine Apple (Quebec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/face-cachee-pomme-nv-neige-apple-ice-wine-other-apple-quebec/,Apple,,La Face Cachée de la Pomme 13.5,White,US,"Big and concentrated, this is a huge mouthful of really tasty juicy. Peach, pineapple and soft tropical flavors combine in a ripe and luscious wine, which puts the fruit well ahead of the butter and toast.",,12,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Caterina 13,Red,Italy,This “classico” interpretation of Nero d'Avola and Frappato from COS is every bit as enjoyable as the producer's top-shelf Pithos expression. You'll get pretty spice tones backed by elegant fruit and almond. Pair it with light meat dishes and serve it a few degrees cooler than you normally would a red wine.,,31,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,COS 2006 Cerasuolo di Vittoria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cos-2006-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2006,COS 13,White,France,"There is enticing new wood here, a wine that shows richness to boost the ripe, creamy apple and pear fruits. It has a generous character, to contrast with its core of steely acidity. The finish is more earthy, suggesting the wine still needs time in the bottle.",Vaillons Premier Cru,32,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Simonnet-Febvre 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich, ripe and dry, a Merlot with a drop of Cabernet that needs a year or two to resolve. It's fat and fleshy in cherries, violets, red currants and cola, with a dusting of cocoa, pepper and cinnamon. The tannins are ample, but very finely ground. Hold until 2011.",Grand Reserve,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Grand Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-grand-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,US,"A little ungainly now due to the tannins, which are hard and overpower the fruit. Not quite up there with the fine 2005, but still a very good Cabernet Sauvignon, with pleasant blackberry, currant and cedar flavors. The vineyard is in the southerly Oak Knoll area.",Bon Passe Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darms Lane 2006 Bon Passe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darms-lane-2006-bon-passe-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Darms Lane 14.5,Red,US,"A very likeable Cabernet Sauvignon, easily up there with the best of Easton's Cabs. The wine is dry and rich in fruit, with finely ground tannins housing ripe blackberry and black currant flavors. Should develop in the bottle over the next 2–4 years.",Estate Bottled,35,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2006 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2006-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Easton ,Red,US,"As with all Dusted Valley wines, the focus is on varietal purity, and the careful blending (an addition of 10% Merlot) enhances it, by expanding the midpalate and adding complexity. Green coffee and oak-driven coconut and vanilla custard flavors dominate, with dark fruits holding down center court.",,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Dusted Valley 13.8,Red,US,"Clearly varietal from the first whiff, this elegant Cabernet Sauvignon sets out a smorgasbord of flavors: plum, cassis, smoke, loam, a hint of the barnyard. It's nicely balanced, with polished but astringent tannins that carry the flavors into a lingering finish.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Caterina 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a soft and delicate approach to Cabernet and Refosco with balanced aromas of wild berry, wet earth, spice and chocolate. The wine offers a dense and creamy sensation in the mouth that would stand up to succulent cuts of beef.",Vine Argenti,,90,,Delle Venezie,,Bosco del Merlo 2004 Vine Argenti Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-merlo-2004-vine-argenti-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2004,Bosco del Merlo 12.5,White,France,"The weight of good Pouilly Fumé is all here, with a rounded texture and a vegetable garden of flavors. There is a steely streak of acidity shooting through, along with some tight apple skins. The finish is soft, toasty, rich.",Les Caillottes,,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2007 Les Caillottes (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2007-caillottes-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon,2007,Fournier Père et Fils ,White,US,"Aromas of beeswax and lemon oil, the flavors following along with tangerine, orange and peach. Very dry, with exceptional concentration of fruit, and well-integrated flavors of cracker and grain. This was barrel fermented, and delivers a long, concentrated finish.",Lawrence Vineyards Dry,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gård 2007 Lawrence Vineyards Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gard-2007-lawrence-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2007,Gård 14.5,Red,Chile,"Deep and dense wine, with beet, floral and black fruit aromas. The palate offers good acidity, balance, richness and complexity, while the flavor profile of raspberry, plum and dry herbs is attractive. Finishes mildly toasty, with a hint of herbs and tomato. Best from 2011–14.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve,92,90,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-don-maximiano-founders-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Errazuriz ,Red,US,"A classic Meritage, with all five Bordeaux grapes in the mix. While stylistically in line with other Powers reds, this is the most graceful in its handling of the fruit and application of new oak. Flavors run to cherries rather than raisins, figs rather than prunes, and delicious baking spices create a lightly confected, sweet-tasting finish.",Meritage Red Wine,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2006 Meritage Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2006-meritage-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Powers 14.5,Red,Chile,"Shows very nice fruit that's both jammy and firm, and then add in meatiness, leather and rubber and you have an intense, tannic middleweight with cassis, dark berry and plenty of chocolate in terms of flavors. A bit fiery, biting and hard now; needs another year or two to soften.",Gran Reserva,20,90,Aconcagua Valley,,,Porta 2007 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2007-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Porta ,White,US,"This excellent Viognier uses fruit from Yakima's Kestrel View vineyard. Bright and spicy, it has plenty of citrus fruit flavor and phenolic grip. It's a penetrating, textural, thirst-quenching wine.",,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Dusted Valley 2008 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2008-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2008,Dusted Valley ,Red,US,"Blow your Freaking Mind is what BFM stands for. It's a Bordeaux blend, mostly Merlot, with sharply-defined berry-flavored fruit, bright acidity and a fine focus. The mix of Wisconsin and French oak (60% new) gives it a pleasing, chocolaty finish.",BFM Red,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2006 BFM Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2006-bfm-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Dusted Valley ,White,US,"This outstanding wine is crisp and delicious, absolutely loaded with stone fruits, fresh-cut pineapple, and juicy citrus.",,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,RiverAerie 14,Red,France,"Vibrant and juicy with red cherry and blueberry playing well alongside notes of thyme and soft pepper spice. Medium weight in the mouth with soft grain tannins, solid acidity, and a finish that leaves a delicious raspberry syrup flavor lingering until the next sip. Drink now or hold for a year.",Les Coteaux,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Mas Belles Eaux 2006 Les Coteaux Red (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-belles-eaux-2006-coteaux-red-languedoc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Mas Belles Eaux 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a good buy in a big, rich, decadently delicious Syrah. Soft and dry, with refined tannins, it offers flavors of currants, blackberries, cherries, chocolate, licorice, Dr. Pepper cola, black pepper and spices. Easy to like, yet complex.",Grand Reserve,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Grand Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-grand-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Kendall-Jackson ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, just 13.5% alcohol, and priced in the low $20s—that would seem to be a recipe for a thin, wimpy red. Not here. Scents of bramble and baked bread, smoke and crushed rock, mingle with strawberry/cranberry fruit. The smoke has a wood fire penetration, but it works here, as the wine opens into a finish of caramel and buttered nuts.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2007 Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2007,Robert Karl 12.5,White,France,"Rich Sauvignon flavors here, the herbaceous element made weighty by the full-on apricot and green plum tastes. There is a tight, steely texture, with powerful acidity well integrated with the fruit.",Domaine Chatelain French Blonde,23,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Xavier Flouret 2008 Domaine Chatelain French Blonde (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2008-domaine-chatelain-french-blonde-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Xavier Flouret 14.4,White,US,"A lovely, complex wine that shows real balance and finesse, which is hard for many Viogniers to achieve. Yet it nicely displays the variety's exotic profile, with tropical fruit, kiwi, tangerine, papaya and pineapple flavors, liberally spiced with cinnamon and white pepper.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2008,Jaffurs 14.3,Red,US,"Structure and elegance mark this fine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The blackberry, cherry and black currant flavors are nicely ripe, yet the wine modulates them with crisp acidity and tannins that have a bite of astringency, which of course suggests roasts and grilled steaks. A lovely wine that's best now and through 2012.",Serres Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Merlot,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2007 Serres Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Merlot Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2007-serres-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-merlot-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Highway 12 13.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon. May be a little lighter in body than some, but trades richness for elegance and impeccable structure. So pretty and polished, with entirely satisfying blackberry, spice and cedar flavors. A great accomplishment at a production of 42,000 cases.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Geyser Peak 14.6,Red,US,"There's a funky note of old leather permeating this Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky and quite rich, as you'd expect from this vineyard, showing black and red cherry purée, pomegranate, cola, orange zest and sandalwood flavors that are wrapped into rich tannins. Complex now, and should develop over the next 2–4 years.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,52,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,George IV 2006 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/george-iv-2006-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2006,George IV 12,Sparkling,France,"A rich, creamy sparkling wine that brings out the ripe Chenin flavors: ground almonds and a touch of ginger to go with the fine maturity. The finish is bright, full of citrus acidity.",Cuvée Prédilection Brut,19,90,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2006 Cuvée Prédilection Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2006-cuvee-predilection-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2006,Château Moncontour 13.5,Red,France,"Superbly balanced with a velvety structure, this wine boasts aromas of dark black plum, roasted espresso beans and a hint of cassis. Concentrated and full in the mouth with flavors of ripe black fruit, resiny vanilla and hints of cedar and cigar box. Long and evolving on the finish, this is a superb value sure to please a crowd.",Château Paul Mas Clos des Mûres,16,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2007 Château Paul Mas Clos des Mûres Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2007-chateau-clos-mures-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaines Paul Mas ,Red,US,"This southern Rhône-style blend is full-bodied and fruit-forward. The beautiful ripe fruit is a jumble of red berries and plums. Barrel aging introduces streaks of coffee and toast, with the vineyard's natural herb and mineral elements adding subtle details.",Stonetree Vineyard à pic Red Wine,33,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2007 Stonetree Vineyard à pic Red Wine Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-stonetree-vineyard-a-pic-red-wine-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2007,Bunnell 14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is a very fine one that has been source to great Syrahs from Ojai as well as Rockroom. Their 2006 is a near copy of the 2005. It's ripe and soft, filled with blackberry jam, cherry liqueur and dark chocolate flavors that finish with pepper and cinnamon. Drink this very rich wine with roasted chicken or a grilled flank steak.",White Hawk Vineyard,39,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2006 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2006-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative ,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah, sappy, bold and precise, that needs some airing/decanting to fully open. Bright berry fruit is cut with a broad swath of coffee, black olive and a trace of mint. Smooth and satiny right through a very satisfying, lengthy finish, that adds vanilla and dried herb.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2007 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2007,Robert Karl 14.5,Red,Argentina,"An intense Malbec-led marauder with rubbery black fruit aromas, spice and mile-deep ripeness. Pure, modern, beefy and purple, with rich black fruit flavors and also some sweeter blueberry notes. Finishes sizable but smooth. Drinkable now but better in a year. 70% Malbec with 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cab Franc.",Gran Corte,50,91,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Riglos 2006 Gran Corte Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2006-gran-corte-red-tupungato/,Red Blend,2006,Riglos ,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet Sauvignon, this concentrated wine captures the essence of the grape as interpreted through this hot climate vineyard. It's loaded with sweet and sexy black fruit, black olive, black coffee and black chocolate, yet retains attractive hints of herb and an unusual scent of asphalt. Very well done, and fine value.",Coyote Vineyard Reserve,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Powers 2006 Coyote Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2006-coyote-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Powers 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with a good spread of herbs, perfume, black fruit and sauciness, while the palate is lively and healthy, with raspberry, plum and herbal shadings. Definitely not a shy wine, but not overpowering either. Finishes with class, complexity and notes of herbs and menthol. Drink now through 2012.",Single Vineyard,21,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 Single Vineyard Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2007,Errazuriz 13,Red,Italy,"This is a difficult wine to understand, with a very specific philosophy behind it. Light, elegant and ethereal, the 60-40 blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato is aged in terracotta amphorae in a studied attempt to present as pure a product as nature allows. It offers loads of bright fruit, wild berries, earth, spice and impressive complexity.",Pithos,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,COS 2007 Pithos (Cerasuolo di Vittoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cos-2007-pithos-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2007,COS ,Red,US,"Concentrated and stylish, this is a potent Merlot with sharp, ripe, tight fruit flavors. Compact plum, black cherry and cassis fruit is wrapped in juicy acids and plenty of coffee-flavored barrel toast. Still young and a bit hot, this wine needs several hours of breathing time to really open up.",Block 13 Reserve,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2006 Block 13 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2006-block-13-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Canoe Ridge ,White,US,"A barrel-fermented, single-vineyard designate, this vivacious Viognier brings suggestions of summer cocktails—specifically margaritas and gin and tonics. The spicy, pear-flavored fruit seems to be edged with salt and fresh-sqeezed lime, which is not to say that it isn't a beautifully crafted wine. Fine balance and length.",Clifton Vineyard,18,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2008 Clifton Vineyard Viognier (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-clifton-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Viognier,2008,Bunnell 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Spice and clay notes grace this earthy Cabernet-led wine that sports black cherry, berry and earth notes. The palate is forward and grabby, with rubbery tannins to go with flavors of roasted berries, plum sauce, chocolate and savory spices. A no-hiccup Cabernet (with 12% Cab Franc) with just enough ruggedness to avoid being commonplace.",Morena,27,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2006 Morena Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2006-morena-red-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Blend,2006,Viña Alicia 14.5,Red,Chile,"Aromatically, this is a very nice offering with solid berry fruit, cassis, spice and smoke. The palate feel is excellent, while the flavors of cherry and cassis are classic New World, deep and accented by tobacco on the finish. Lush and tannic; drink now through 2012.",Limited Edition,,91,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2006 Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2006-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Echeverria ,Red,US,"Ash Hollow vineyard is the fruit source for this herbal, cool-site Syrah. If you like peppery herbs, along with tart raspberry fruit, this is for you. Great purity and concentration keeps this wine alive in the mouth through a long finish.",,18,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),DaMa 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,DaMa ,Red,US,"The Columbia Valley blend is right up there with its companion Walla Walla Syrah in terms of quality. Firm, dense and juicy, it's built upon a beguiling mix of berries, pomegranate and spice. Some good tannic bite intensifies and lengthens the finish.",Stained Tooth,26,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Stained Tooth Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-stained-tooth-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Dusted Valley 14.8,Red,US,"The vintage was kind to Dashe's Zinfandels, and in the Louvau bottling, they've produced a balanced, classically structured Dry Creek Zinfandel. It's spicy, full-bodied and tannic, with rich waves of blackberries and an earthy, slightly bitter note suggesting the bite of espresso on the finish.",Louvau Vineyard,32,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2006 Louvau Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2006-louvau-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Dashe Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"Firm and condensed, but with the potential to unfold over the next three years. Cassis, tobacco, eucaplytus and dry berry aromas are classy and convincing; the palate is firm and defined by powerful cherry and cassis. Fold in toast and spice on the finish and you have a serious Cabernet Sauvignon that defines good value.",Single Vineyard,21,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Errazuriz ,Red,US,"This is three quarters Syrah, sourced from Klipsun, Hedges Bel Villa, and Lewis; with a touch of Merlot from the Meek vineyard. Dark, spicy and lush, its sappy fruit has a lively snap to it, with a hint of licorice and smoke. Not the funky “in the rocks” Walla Walla style of Syrah, this is for those who want the fruit forward, front and center.",Ruckus,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2007 Ruckus Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2007-ruckus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Sparkman 13,White,France,"There is a fine balance here between wood and deliciously rich fruit. It gives a ripe wine that fills the glass with spice, apricots and a crisp citrus zest. The wine glows ripely to the finish.",Blagny Premier Cru,45,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Faiveley 2007 Blagny Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2007-blagny-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Faiveley 15,Red,France,"Rich and bold, with concentrated aromas and flavors of candied cherries, raspberry preserves, ripe plum guts and accents of thyme and white pepper. Round and lush in the mouth with velvety tannins and a long, oak-infused finish. Be prepared—this is a big wine deserving of a thick steak or a hearty piece of game.",Le Pas de la Mule Mas Janeil,75,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,François Lurton 2006 Le Pas de la Mule Mas Janeil Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2006-le-pas-mule-mas-janeil-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,François Lurton 14.5,White,US,"A new price point tier for K-J, in between Grand Reserve and Highlands Estates. Bright and racy in cool-climate acidity, with layered flavors of lemondrop candy, lemon chiffon pie and buttered toast. Delicious and savory. The grapes are from the Santa Maria Valley and the Los Alamos region.",Jackson Hills,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Jackson Hills Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-hills-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Kendall-Jackson 14.2,Red,US,"What's so delightful about this Cabernet is that it shows classic Oakville structure in a wine that's immediately drinkable. While it will take bottle age, it's elegant and enjoyable now, with refined tannins and a brisk hit of acidity framing dry flavors of blackberries and black currants that close an earthy hint of mint and herbs. A worthy followup to the '05.",,55,91,California,Napa,Oakville,De Sante 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sante-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,De Sante ,Red,US,"From an excellent vintage, with 10% Merlot and 10% Malbec in the blend, this is Dusted Valley's first-ever estate wine. It's a big, thick, dusty, earthy Cabernet, for those who want more fruit, more oak, and more tannin. Mulberry and sweet plum are augmented with brown spices.",Reserve,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dusted Valley 12.5,White,France,"With an extra year and some light wood aging, this is a ripe, rounded wine. It brings out the almonds, green herbs and plays down the initial fruitiness. It has just the right intensity and structure.",Grande Cuvée Fournier Vieilles Vignes,,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2006 Grande Cuvée Fournier Vieilles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2006-grande-cuvee-fournier-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Fournier Père et Fils 13,Red,France,"Pure strawberry aromas and flavors on this seductive wine. It has the freshest of fruit and acidity, with lighter tannins. It is a pleasure to drink already, but could age for 3–4 years.",Clos de l'Ecu Premier Cru,75,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Faiveley 2007 Clos de l'Ecu Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2007-clos-lecu-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Faiveley 14.7,Red,US,"Tasted at a little more than a year of age, this Pinot Noir is a bit brusque. It should have been held back for another six months, to let the tannins, fruit and oak knit together. With very rich black cherry, black raspberry, cola and sweet smoky oak flavors, it should begin to resolve by late Fall 2010, and provide pleasant drinking for another 3–4 years.",Doctor's Vineyard,52,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bruliam 2008 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2008-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bruliam 13.4,White,US,"Beautifully concentrated and textural, this Viognier mixes melon, white peach, nectarine and lemon fruit with pleasing minerality. There is none of the burn or bitterness that so often affects Washington Viogniers. This is a really refreshing, palate-cleansing wine.",Willard Family Vineyard,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Caterina 2008 Willard Family Vineyard Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2008-willard-family-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2008,Caterina ,Red,US,"This new entry in the Bunnell Family lineup is half Grenache, and the rest a mix of Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre and Petit Sirah. Aromatic and sappy, it shows bright colors and berry flavors to match. In the mouth it comes to a clear focus with luscious, slightly candied fruit and a lick of caramel.",Lia,33,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunnell 2007 Lia Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-lia-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Bunnell 14.5,Red,Chile,"Gets better the longer it's open, but starts with perfumed aromas of bright berry fruit and mineral. The palate is true and balanced, with spicy red-berry flavors and a hint of fine herbal essence. Dry and composed, but always an easygoing, fruity, sturdy wine that should age well through 2012–2014.",Coyam,30,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2007 Coyam Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2007-coyam-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Emiliana ,Red,US,"Rich, smooth and balanced, with the sort of dusty chocolate mouthfeel generally associated with much pricier Bordeaux blends, this is the winery's salute to the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. A five-grape blend, loaded with cherry pie fruit flavors, it finishes with a streak of mocha and caramel woven through fine-grained tannins.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2007 Claret (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Claret,2007,Robert Karl ,Red,US,"The mirror image companion to the Ruby Leigh, Sparkman's Stella Mae is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with 21% Merlot and 17% Petit Verdot filling out the blend. Chocolaty, bourbon barrel scents and flavors dominate, though with more bottle age they may fall back into better proportion with the snappy cherry/berry fruit. By any measure this is an ageworthy wine, with polished tannins and seductive barrel flavors.",Stella Mae Red,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2007 Stella Mae Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2007-stella-mae-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Sparkman 14.1,Red,US,"Tasted in January, this Merlot was still quite unresolved. Oak dominated, with its characteristic vanilla and caramel notes, while underneath was a substantial core of cherries, blackberries, currants, cocoa and roasted almonds, reminiscent of a granola bar. It's a distinguished Merlot, but one that wants a few years in the cellar.",Jackson Park Vineyard,49,91,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Matanzas Creek 2006 Jackson Park Vineyard Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2006-jackson-park-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2006,Matanzas Creek ,Red,Argentina,"Brick in color and a bit Bordeaux-like in aromas, mouthfeel and flavors. Scents of dry herbs, tobacco and leafy red fruits are interesting and cool, while the palate mixes flavors of tobacco, dry fruit, brown sugar and herbs. Finishes with mild oak and coconut. Almost Rioja and/or Bordeaux in its overall presentation.",Finca Los Nobles,74,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2006 Finca Los Nobles Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2006-finca-los-nobles-red-lujan-cuyo/,Red Blend,2006,Luigi Bosca 14,Red,Chile,"Dark, sweet, subtle and smooth, with complexity that's unleashed with proper airing. There's minerality and perfume on the nose, and while it's rich and supple in the mouth, the blackberry, raisin and fig flavors are not saggy. Pillowy, but with good concentration. Drink from late 2010 through 2012.",Reserva Especial,23,91,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2007 Reserva Especial Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2007-reserva-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2007,Maycas del Limari 14.5,Red,US,"Young and oaky now, showing an uncomfortable alliance of sweet vanilla and caramel with intense, primary fruit blackberry and cherry flavors. Syrah's innate pepper and meatiness offer additional complexities. Ungainly now, but has everything it needs to glide through 2013 while gradually developing nuance.",High Slopes,35,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2007 High Slopes Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-high-slopes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2007,Terre Rouge 14.6,Red,US,"Unusually rich and concentrated for a Merlot. Shows classic structure, with firm, ripe tannins and good acidity, although the oak sticks out. A small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon adds a blackberry depth to the cherries and raspberries. Decant if you drink now, but better to cellar until mid-2010.",,56,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Pride Mountain 2007 Merlot (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2007-merlot-napa-sonoma-napa/,Merlot,2007,Pride Mountain ,Red,US,"Sineann's Champoux vineyard Merlot is barely out of barrel, tight, bright and spicy with sharply-defined flavors of red berries and red licorice. Though it passes 15% alcohol, it is neither sweet nor unctuous; the fine acidity cuts through beautifully. This will certainly benefit from a few more years of cellaring.",Champoux Vineyard,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2008 Champoux Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-champoux-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Sineann 13,White,France,"Tight, taut steely in character, this tastes of its great chalk terroir. It has delicious layered crispness, green and fresh red apples, finished with a powerful citrus element. Without doubt, a wine for aging.",Montmains Premier Cru,35,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Simonnet-Febvre ,Red,US,"This 100% Tempranillo, coopered for 22 months in American oak, is impressive. The fruit flavors coalesce around raspberry/strawberry hard candy, with juicy natural acidity and a hint of tanned leather—not sweaty saddle, but real leather. It's got fine, dusty tannins, and excellent persistence.",,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2007 Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Zerba Cellars 14.5,Red,France,"A beautiful Roussillon red blend comprised of 50% Syrah, 25% Grenache and 25% Carignan. Aromas of chocolate cherry truffles, black plum, blueberry and violet entice you immediately, and the bold, concentrated mouth doesn't disappoint either. Gripping tannins and a crushed velvet texture followed by a long, evolving finish makes this a guaranteed winner at an attractive price.",La Desirade,24,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Mas de Lavail 2006 La Desirade Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-lavail-2006-desirade-red-cotes-villages/,Red Blend,2006,Mas de Lavail 14.5,Red,US,"From the Los Alamos region, this young, firm Pinot wants a little time in the bottle to mellow. Tasted in January, it's unresolved in tannins, fresh acidity, oak (76% new) and primary cherry and raspberry fruit. Should be a very fine wine sometime toward 2011.",Highlands Estates Los Robles,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Highlands Estates Los Robles Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-highlands-estates-los-robles-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kendall-Jackson ,White,Spain,"Probably not to everyone's liking, but this oak-fermented Verdejo is a bit like Burgundy and/or white Bordeaux. Cured meat, match stick and pineapple-lemon aromas work their way onto the mildly oaky nose, while the palate has a vanilla-based lushness that works well. Rich, opulent and classy. A sincere food wine.",Hermanos Lurton Cuesta de Oro,35,91,Northern Spain,Rueda,,J. & F. Lurton 2008 Hermanos Lurton Cuesta de Oro Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2008-hermanos-cuesta-oro-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,J. & F. Lurton ,Red,US,"Despite the high (15.4%) alcohol, this sleek and textural Merlot manages to seem elegant. It neatly laces together a rich range of black fruits, annotated with black olive, smoke and earth. Astringent and polished tannins complete a sexy, seductive bottle.",Reserve,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hogue 2006 Reserve Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2006-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2006,Hogue ,White,France,"Still young, this wine has a crisp, steely character, with the freshest acidity which masks the weight of toast and ripe fruit. The austere edge will surely disappear over the next 2–3 years, certainly worth waiting.",Sous le Puits Premier Cru,62,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Sous le Puits Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-sous-le-puits-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A deep, concentrated wine with a touch of raisin and latex on the nose. The palate is deep and pure, with cola, chocolate and pure berry flavors, and the finish has great persistence and warmth. Thick, ripe and balanced, with simple deliciousness and good texture. 750 cases made; drink now through 2012.",AR Guentota Old Vine,25,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Belasco de Baquedano 2007 AR Guentota Old Vine Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2007-ar-guentota-old-vine-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Belasco de Baquedano 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, ripe plum, mineral and coconut aromas blend well together, and the palate is warm, full-bodied and deep, with ripe berry, chocolate and warmth. Mocha, vanilla and coffee flavors all carry the toasty finish to a fine crescendo. Having not rated this wine before, we find this to be a fine debut. Drink now through 2013.",Swinto Old Vine,35,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Belasco de Baquedano 2006 Swinto Old Vine Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2006-swinto-old-vine-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2006,Belasco de Baquedano 15.7,Red,US,"A beautiful Zinfandel, and quite a bit better than the '06. Shows great concentration of varietal flavors of briary, freshly picked wild black, blue and red berries, bacon, cola and black pepper, with a sweetness from high alcohol that actually works in the wine's favor. Drink now with very rich grilled meats, stews and hard cheeses.",Estate,28,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Zichichi Family Vineyard 2007 Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zichichi-family-vineyard-2007-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Zichichi Family Vineyard 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Very impressive for a blend of Malbec, Cabernet and Merlot. Starts with a rich, bacony nose that brings cassis and blackberry, while the palate is saturated, big and layered, with wild raspberry, chocolate and spice flavors. It touches all the bases while maintaining a rich, almost syrupy mouthfeel. Drink now through 2014.",Gran Corte VII,44,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2006 Gran Corte VII Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2006-gran-corte-vii-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Pulenta 14,Red,France,"A tremendously spicy wine with a complex nose that smells decadent. Notes of black cherry, blackberry and roasted espresso beans fill the nose and lead right through to the medium-weight mouth along with flavors of black plum skins and olive. The tannins are firmly structured among the crushed velvet texture, filling out the lush palate. Long and lingering on the finish; while delicious now, could also be held for a couple of years.",Le Pégourier,45,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château de Sérame 2006 Le Pégourier Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serame-2006-le-pegourier-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Sérame 14.3,Red,US,"This is a young, vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon. It's tannic, in the way of Spring Mountain, and very tightly wound, with a central core of black currants and minerals. Its pedigree is evident throughout, but it's a wine you want to age before opening. Hold until 2012, and it should provide good drinking for years beyond.",30th Anniversary,45,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2006 30th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2006-30th-anniversary-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Keenan ,Red,US,"Petit Verdot as a pure varietal wine is not only rare, it's difficult. This is a classic blending grape, that can seem quite thick and tannic when tasted alone. Yet here, despite alcohol topping 15%, it is a beautifully proportioned and detailed blockbuster of a red. Along with the ripe blackberry fruit you'll find tar, toast, cedar and chocolate, layered nicely and unfolding through a long finish.",,38,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2007 Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2007-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2007,Zerba Cellars 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A purple monster with lovely aromatics of campfire, mint, blackberry and spice. Very deep in the mouth, but not overweight or even slightly out of balance. The flavors are robust and pure, with an emphasis on black fruit, cassis and chocolate. And the finish brings nuances of cardamom, nutmeg and peppercorn. By far Goulart's epic wine. Drink now through 2013.",Grand Vin de Goulart,60,92,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2007 Grand Vin de Goulart Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2007-grand-vin-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Goulart 14.5,Red,US,"At the age of six-plus years, this Cab still is dominated by the 100% new French oak in which it was aged. The fruit flavor, too, is young and primary, offering sweetly ripe cherries and blackberries. Even the tannins are fresh. The suggestion is continued cellaring, and the statistics concerning alcohol, acidity and pH suggest ideal balance. Hold for at least a year and try again.",,85,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Jarvis 14.5,White,US,"Combines rich, vibrant acidity with fruity intensity in a very clean, opulent wine. Offers waves of tropical fruits, honeysuckle, buttered toast and minerals, with a long, spicy finish. The extensive new oak is perfectly in keeping with the size of this crowd-pleaser. Now–2014.",Highlands Estates Seco Highlands,30,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Highlands Estates Seco Highlands Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-highlands-estates-seco-highlands-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Kendall-Jackson 14.3,Red,US,"This reserve bottling has had its problems in the past, but the '06 represents a return to the fine 1999 and 2001. It's classic Napa Bordeaux, dry and rich, with blackberry, black currant, mineral and cedar flavors perfectly balanced by firm, smooth tannins. Should develop through 2014.",Mernet 30th Anniversary Reserve,94,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2006 Mernet 30th Anniversary Reserve Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2006-mernet-30th-anniversary-reserve-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Keenan ,White,France,"Winemaker Pierre Jehan's interpretation of Corton-Charlemagne for Henri de Villamont is to retain great fruit, but not to produce a wine with too much weight. The advantage is rich wine, with spicy pear and ripe yellow fruits, but with a great bounce of acidity.",,102,92,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.3,White,US,"Hard to believe this Sauvignon Blanc never saw oak, because it has a vanilla bean flavor that must come from the grapes alone, although lees aging surely contributes to the creaminess. The underlying flavors are complex, ranging from Meyer lemons and sweet limes to exotic tropical quince, kiwi and guava and just a touch of gooseberry. Best of all is the acidity, which brightens everything. A great Dry Creek Sauvignon Blanc.",,28,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stephen & Walker 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Stephen & Walker ,Red,US,"The most massive, dense and ageworthy of all the Sparkman reds, this Kingpin Cabernet is a barrel selection of the darkest, deepest wines in the cellar. Almost pure cassis fruit is matched to a firm, steely spine. Tannins are strong but not heavy, and the aging in two thirds new wood has not turned the wine terribly oaky. Hints of rock, tobacco and earth promise more flavor development over the next decade.",Kingpin,56,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2007 Kingpin Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2007-kingpin-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sparkman ,Red,US,"This is a fine example of where Washington's best Malbecs are heading. Though labeled Columbia Valley, it's got a fair amount of Walla Walla fruit in it, notably a 5% component of Spofford Station Syrah. Sharp-edged, tight and spicy, this just hints at earth and seaweed, and has not yet shed its baby fat.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,Dusted Valley 13.7,Red,US,"What a treat! Smoky, moist loam, coffee grounds, dried plum, anise, tobacco—a fully mature, complex and detailed wine at its peak. The veins of flavor keep coming through, adding dried leaves, sassafras and more, as it weaves through the finish.",Willard Family Vineyard,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Caterina 2001 Willard Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2001-willard-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Caterina 14.4,White,US,"The oak sticks out with vanilla custard, brown sugar and buttered toast notes that currently dominate the underlying pineapple, white peach and green apple fruit flavors. Acidity is crisp and fine. This Chardonnay could benefit from a few years in the cellar.",Brosseau Vineyard,39,92,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2008 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-brosseau-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2008,Testarossa ,White,US,"Native yeast, weekly batinage (lees stirring) in 50% new barrels, and, most importantly, a superb vineyard—Stillwater Creek—make for the best Chardonnay yet from Sparkman. Yeasty and young, dense and loaded with fresh pear, toasted nuts and butter, this is seductive and immensely enjoyable.",Lumière,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2008 Lumière Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-lumiere-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Sparkman 14.5,Red,France,"Dark, lush and brooding, this is a beautiful wine with tons of character and potential. Right now, the components are bold and powerful: deep red plum flesh, raspberry, fresh-ground coffee granules, cedar, garrigue spice and cocoa. The tannins are firm and the the finish is long with flecks of pepper shining through. A beautiful wine that can be drunk now or held for another 2–4 years.",Sainte-Helene,50,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Mas Belles Eaux 2006 Sainte-Helene Red (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-belles-eaux-2006-sainte-helene-red-languedoc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Mas Belles Eaux 14.9,Red,US,"Notable for richness and depth of flavor, the hallmarks of a well-grown and well-made wine. Show classic Napa tannins, ripe and firm, with deep, lush flavors of blackberries, black currants, cassis, anise and cedar. Very fine now, but young, and should develop bottle complexity through 2012.",,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Clos Pegase 14.5,Red,Chile,"After the Undurraga family sold off their eponymous family winery, the younger generation started Koyle with CS and Syrah. This is their best wine of the inaugural release. It's dark, deep, piercing and perfumed, with fine tobacco and berry fruit aromas and flavors. Oak is well applied; the fruit intense and pure. Only the young, tough tannins need to be resolved. Best in 2011–13.",Royale,26,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2007 Royale Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2007-royale-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Koyle 14.5,Red,US,"A sophisticated, swanky Zinfandel, although it's gentle and delicious enough to appeal to anybody who likes a full-bodied red wine. Floods the mouth with blackberry, cherry, chocolate, bacon, pepper and charred barrel flavors that go on and on. Drink this beautiful Zin with steaks, chops, roasts and hard cheeses.",Estate Bottled,32,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2007 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2007-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Easton ,Red,US,"An outstanding value, this Walla Walla Valley Cab is awash in black fruits and black flavors—toast, coffee, smoke, licorice, graphite, and black olive. Tannins are silky and the length suggests a wine that will age gracefully.",,26,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dusted Valley 14,Red,France,"Dark and juicy, this wine offers a bit less spice and a little more concentration than the winery's other high-end Corbières offering, Le Pégourier. Vibrant yet intense aromas and flavors of black plum, kirsch, black berry jam and cedar dominate, with accents of cocoa and cigar box shining through on the long finish. Gripping yet well-structured in the mouth; drink Now–2015.",Les Traverses,45,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château de Sérame 2006 Les Traverses Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serame-2006-traverses-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Sérame ,Red,US,"Winemaker Ron Bunnell ages this wine in 100% Hungarian oak, matching the powerful fruit flavors of plum, cassis and black cherry. There are suggestions of cola, and the vineyard's characteristically savory (umami) flavors of dried kelp and organic matter.",Boushey-McPherson Vineyard,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bunnell 2007 Boushey-McPherson Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-boushey-mcpherson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Bunnell 14,Red,Italy,"One of the greatest wines to be born on Sicilian soil, Rosso del Conte is a rich and complex wine with numerous aromatic accents to keep you entertained. You'll get blackberry, forest floor, cola, pipe tobacco and leather. It is soft and luscious and lasts a long time on the palate.",Rosso del Conte,70,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2006 Rosso del Conte Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2006-rosso-conte-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Tasca d'Almerita 15.5,Red,US,"A thoroughly enjoyable Zinfandel that shows the variety's lusty character, but with special grace and finesse. Bone dry and richly tannic, it has complex flavors of blackberries, blueberries and currants, with earthier notes of tobacco, leather and unsweetened dark chocolate. Very fine.",,22,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Sobon Estate 2007 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2007-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2007,Sobon Estate 14.2,White,US,"This is the most citrusy of Testarossa's '07 Chards, brimming with Meyer lemon, lime and pineapple flavors. Smooth, smoky oak and lees add complex layers of butter, cream and tart yeastiness. Brilliant but immature, the wine should come into its own after 2009.",Bien Nacido,39,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2007 Bien Nacido Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2007-bien-nacido-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Testarossa ,Red,US,"This new Uriah is 60% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot and 6% Malbec—all estate-grown. It offers more complexity and detail than the rest of the Spring Valley line-up, and carries its almost 15% alcohol well. Whiffs of wood smoke, tobacco, and marzipan lead into a lovely mix of red fruits, spices and barrel flavors. It's just a bit hot in the finish; and the tannins seem attenuated, but that may be due to its youth. A fine bottle.",Uriah Red Wine,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2007 Uriah Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2007-uriah-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.1,White,US,"A very fine Chardonnay, not just because it's so ripe and fruity, but more importantly because the underlying structure is so fine. Crisp acidity and some dusty tannins frame pineapple tart and zesty green apple flavors, enriched with winemaker interventions of sweet oak and creamy lees. Classy and delicious.",Estate Vineyards,40,92,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Matanzas Creek 2008 Estate Vineyards Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2008-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Matanzas Creek 15.5,Red,US,"This is a tannic, full-bodied Syrah, and while it's not an ager, it's quite delicious now because of the well-ripened Syrah flavors that Dry Creek does so well. Brims with rich, complex blackberries, red currants, black cherries, olive tapenade, pepper, sandalwood and grilled meat and mushroom notes, splashed with balsamic and tamari. A superior and very dry Syrah.",,38,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Vineyard of Pasterick 2004 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-pasterick-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2004,Vineyard of Pasterick ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, this captures the house style perfectly, with a ripe blend of brambly berries set against crisp natural acids. Almond candy and chocolate graham cracker flavors appear, reflecting 28 months in 75% new oak barrels. The transition to the silky finish brings a refreshing minerality.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Robert Karl 14.2,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet Franc, one of the best on the market. Shows classic Pride Mountain characteristics of ripeness, balance and immediate drinkability, although it will take a few years in the cellar. Dry and full-bodied, it's rich in black cherries, spices and oak, with firm tannins. Now–2013.",,60,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2007 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2007-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Pride Mountain 14.6,Red,US,"Don't even think of opening this Cab now. The tannins are hard, and they lock down the considerable blackberry, black currant, anise and dark chocolate flavors. It's a very fine wine. The 100% Cab grapes come from Howell Mountain, Atlas Peak, Mt. Veeder, Rutherford, St. Helena and Coombsville, making this a sort of international citizen of Napa Valley. 2011–2016.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Neal Family 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neal-family-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Neal Family 14.6,Red,US,"An interesting Syrah and quite a good one despite some youthful vigor. The tannins are aggressive and accentuate the acidity, making the wine feel tough in the mouth. But it's extraordinarily rich. Floods the palate with intensely ripe blackberries and blueberries, with cool-climate notes of black pepper. Give it a good decant before serving.",Reserve,45,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Montemaggiore 2007 Reserve Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemaggiore-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Montemaggiore 14.6,Red,US,"A successful Zinfandel that shows its Dry Creek origins in the classic Zinfandel flavors and structure. Bone dry and not too high in alcohol, it offers a rich array of ripe grilled blackberries, blueberries, black pepper, Dr. Pepper cola and sweet, smoky sandalwood, wrapped into thick, fine tannins.",Wind Machine,34,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2007 Wind Machine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2007-wind-machine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Alderbrook ,Red,US,"Though many winemakers insist that Syrah has become a difficult sell, this is a wine that has attracted a big following. What's not to like? It's juicy, sappy, grapey and penetrating; a peppery bottle of ripe fruit flavor. Young and tart, vivacious and powerful, it's delicious now or ready for another six to eight years of cellaring.",,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Dusted Valley 14,Red,Argentina,"Excellent value in top-flight Malbec. In the four years that we've rated this wine, it hasn't dropped below 90 points. This vintage, with its deep, smooth luscious nose and dark black fruit flavors mixed with spice and chocolate, is the best Piedra Negra to date. A pure, delicious Malbec to drink now and over the next four years.",Piedra Negra,22,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2006 Piedra Negra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2006-piedra-negra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,François Lurton 15.7,Red,US,"A classic Petite Sirah. Dark, dry, densely layered and very tannic, it's a wine that should easily glide over the next decade. Shows a concentrated heart of blackberries, black pepper and smoked butter notes from oak barrel aging.",Rutherford Dust Vineyards,35,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Neal Family 2006 Rutherford Dust Vineyards Petite Sirah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neal-family-2006-rutherford-dust-petite-sirah-napa-rutherford/,Petite Sirah,2006,Neal Family 13,White,France,"Pure Chablis, a wine that has all the region's hallmark freshness along with a firm, steely core. The wine is already balanced, with fruit fitting well with toast, vanilla and tangerine zest. Age for 3–4 years.",Vaillons Premier Cru,35,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre 15.2,Red,US,"Here's a big, thick, full-bodied and extracted wine that captures the essence of Dry Creek Valley Zin. Its marked by extremely briary, brambly flavors of wild blue and black berries and cola. Then the spices kick in, starting with black pepper, ranging through cinnamon and star anise, and then finishing with black pepper. Totally, completely bone dry and quite tannic and acidic, this Zinfandel needs rich fare, and should develop in the bottle over the next 4–5 years.",,26,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Unti 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unti-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Unti 15.6,Red,US,"This is a very big, deeply flavored and densely concentrated wine. It's so powerful, you might want to age it for a few years. As currently constructed it's a massive juggernaut of blackberries, blueberries, coffee and sweet, smoky oak, finished with exotic spices.",Old Vine,36,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Seghesio 14.5,White,US,"This is a very rich, opulent Chardonnay that fans of oaky California Chardonnay will love. With a creamy texture enhanced by yeasty lees, it's enormous in pineapple, honeysuckle, buttered toast and cinnamon flavors, with a clean undertow of minerals.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,39,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Testarossa 14.6,Red,US,"Here's a big, triumphant Petite Sirah that shows everything fans of the varietal love. It's dark, dry, tannic, full-bodied and immensely flavorful, offering blackberries, blueberries, currants, bacon, pepper and sweet oak. Fine now with very rich fare, and should develop slowly over the next 8 to 10 years.",,46,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stephen & Walker 2008 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2008-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Stephen & Walker 13,White,France,"A deliciously fleshy style, firmly bedded in rich fruit and toast, but with a depth of minerality and good weight. The wine has power, structure, an impressive potential.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,34,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre ,Red,US,"Often the best of a stellar Syrah lineup, the 2007 Clifton Hill designate is firm, tight and dense – still showing a youthful shell. Co-fermented with three percent Viognier, the black cherry fruit carries compact layers of graphite, bitter chocolate and dried herb. The concentration and length suggest that this is the most cellarworthy of the Bunnell Family Syrahs.",Clifton Hill Vineyard,42,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2007 Clifton Hill Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-clifton-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Bunnell 14.5,White,US,"Very pure, focused, intense, a Chardonnay whose minerality and fresh acidity provide grounding and structure to the elaborate, decadently good flavors. Exotic, with waves of tropical fruit pastry, lemondrop candy, golden mango, pineapple crème brûlée, buttered toast and dusty Asian spices.",Highlands Estates Camelot Highlands,38,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Highlands Estates Camelot Highlands Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-highlands-estates-camelot-highlands-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Kendall-Jackson 13,White,France,"A beautifully elegant wine, wearing its fresh fruit and acidity on its sleeve at the moment, but promising depth of fruit skin and toast flavors as the structure develops. There's a fine tight, final mineral edge.",Montmains Premier Cru,32,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre 14.1,Red,US,"An absolutely superb Pinot Noir, sumptuously delicious now, yet capable of mid-term aging. Dry and crisp and rich in fruit, its berry-cherry, rhubarb, cola and spice flavors are balanced with a pleasant minerality and richly fine tannins. Decant this young wine for hours, even overnight.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,54,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-sierra-madre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa 14.9,Rose,US,"Another outstanding Relentless from Shafer. As usual, the wine is massively constructed and extraordinarily rich and deep in flavor, offering waves of grilled blackberries and cherries, red currants, licorice, bacon, cola, black pepper and other spices. The tannins are very big, but completely ripe and sweet. Mainly Syrah, with 16% Petite Sirah, this wine will age, but it's really best now with hearty foods, like short ribs or lamb.",Relentless,70,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2006 Relentless Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2006-relentless-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Shafer 14.1,Red,US,"An impressive Pinot. Shows massive fruity ripeness in a well-developed tannin structure, with good acidity, but it's really too young to drink now. Shows massive, primary flavors of black and red cherry pie filling, red plums and cola, with sweet, smoky, vanilla-infused oak influences. Hold until sometime in 2011.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,56,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa 15.1,Red,US,"A wonderful Zinfandel, made from grapes grown on the estate vineyard. Shows all the briary, brambly, wild berry and spice character you could ask for, in a wine that's balanced and, in its own way, elegant despite high alcohol. Just floods the mouth with blackberry jam, blueberry tart, anise and freshly crushed black pepper flavors. Best now in its flamboyant youth.",Edizione Pennino,45,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2007 Edizione Pennino Zinfandel (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2007-edizione-pennino-zinfandel-napa-rutherford/,Zinfandel,2007,Rubicon Estate 15.2,Red,US,"The Merlot that dominates this wine shows in the wealth of red and black cherries, but one-third Cabernet Sauvignon contributes its telltale signature of blackberries and black currants. New oak, however, dominates in the wine's youth, giving caramel and roasted marshmallow flavors. Very fine, very concentrated and intense, and in need of cellaring. Give it until 2011, and drink for the next 6–8 years.",Reserve,125,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Pride Mountain 2006 Reserve Claret (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2006-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-napa-sonoma-napa/,Claret,2006,Pride Mountain 14.4,White,US,"A great, enjoyable Chardonnay, extremely rich and ripe, but perfectly balanced. Crisp coastal acidity provides a clean boost to the enormous tropical fruit and peach flavors. The oak is strong, but in keeping with the size of the fruit, providing crème brûlée, buttered toast and smoky meringue opulence.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,39,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Testarossa 14.4,White,US,"Very rich, very ripe, an opulent Chardonnay that shows the greatness of this vineyard. Massive in pineapple tart, grilled peach and pear and green apple fruit, with decadent layers of crème brûlée and vanilla custard. Wonderful acidity makes all this richness clean and zesty.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,39,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Testarossa ,Red,US,"Sourced from Dick Boushey's Birdhouse vineyard, this ink-black wine is threaded throughout with the good funk—seaweed, iodine, and salt flavors that a Japanese friend calls umami. Along with that come black fruits, hazelnuts and light barrel toast.",Darkness,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2007 Darkness Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2007-darkness-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Sparkman 15.5,Red,US,"A beautiful massive, mouthfilling Zinfandel. Impresses on every level, from the smooth, rich tannins to the dryness and above all the depth and range of flavors. Blackberries, chocolate, anise, bacon, pepper, sandalwood, the list goes on. Zinfandel doesn't get much richer than this. The alcohol is 15.5%.",Cortina,36,94,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Seghesio 2007 Cortina Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2007-cortina-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Seghesio 15.1,Red,US,"This is one of the least drinkable of Pride Mountain's new red wines, simply because it needs time. It's all primary fruit vs. oak now, with unintegrated blackberry, cherry, currant and mocha flavors fighting it out with smoky caramelized wood and vanilla. Tannins lurk in the background, ready to embrace both sides. Made solidly in the modern cult style of extreme ripeness and high alcohol, it's a compelling wine that should come into its own sometime late in 2010, and drink well for 6–8 years.",Reserve,125,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Pride Mountain 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-napa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Pride Mountain 15.7,Red,US,"An impressive Zinfandel, notable for its complexity and charm. Exudes quintessential Zin character, with a mouthburst of red currants, black raspberry pie filling, wild cherries, sweet charred oak and masses of freshly crushed black pepper. There's even a chocolaty richness in the finish. Production of 921 cases is decent in the old-vine Zin category.",Old Vine Estate,36,95,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Zichichi Family Vineyard 2007 Old Vine Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zichichi-family-vineyard-2007-old-vine-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Zichichi Family Vineyard 15,Red,US,"This is great Zinfandel. The vineyard was planted in 1915 and probably contains other varieties than Zinfandel. Yields are extraordinarily low, as they are in these coastal ancient vineyards. The wine's concentration is impressive, spanning ripe, crushed raspberries through cherry pie filling to black currants, with all sorts of earthy, minerally, balsam and cedar complexities, not to mention the masses of spice. Has the balance of a fine Cabernet Sauvignon, with smooth tannins and fine acidity. Zinfandel hardly gets any better than this.",Crow Ridge Vineyard,33,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,V. Sattui 2007 Crow Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2007-crow-ridge-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,V. Sattui 14.5,Red,US,"This is one of the few California Syrahs that demands time in the cellar. Its tough tannins form an aloof astringency that makes it virtually undrinkable now, but it has an incredible core of blackberry, black currant and dark chocolate fruit. Peppery, anise, leather and spice notes, in addition to slightly caramelized vanillins from 100% new oak, impart great complexity. Best 2012 and beyond.",Ascent,85,95,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2007 Ascent Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-ascent-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2007,Terre Rouge 12,White,Spain,Seems like it's past its sell-by date. Smells musky and tastes sweet and gummy. Candied papaya and mango is about all you get. Low-pulse stuff.,,12,80,Catalonia,Alella,,Marqués de Alella 2008 Pansa Blanca (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-alella-2008-spanish-white-pansa-blanca-alella/,Pansa Blanca,2008,Marqués de Alella 14.5,Red,US,"Why not? Because the wine smells like soap, and tastes chemically. Something went south with this Zin-based blend.",Por que No?,25,80,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tres Sabores 2007 Por que No? Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2007-por-que-no-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Tres Sabores 14.5,Red,US,"A difficult wine to praise. It's tough in tannins, with green, stalky flavors and quite a bit of vegetal unripeness. It's drinkable at a big party.",Lot 2,18,80,California,California Other,California,Candor NV Lot 2 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candor-nv-lot-2-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,Candor 13.7,White,US,Has extracted pineapple jam flavors and an oaky blanket that doesn't taste natural.,Reserve Selection,15,80,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hayman & Hill 2008 Reserve Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayman-hill-2008-reserve-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hayman & Hill 14,Rose,Spain,"Vanilla wafer aromas leave this taster lost. The longer it airs out, the more weird the wine gets. Milk chocolate, vanilla and marshmallow dominate everything from aromas to feel to flavor to finish. A barrel-fermented rosé from Ribera Del Duero: why?",Rosado,13,80,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2009 Rosado Rosé (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2009-rosado-rose-ribera-duero/,Rosé,2009,Pradorey ,Red,US,"Thin, herbal, and tannic, this does not show much in the way of either varietal character or ripeness.",,35,80,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2007 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2007,Del Rio 13,Red,New Zealand,"Shows just how difficult 2008 was for Marlborough Pinot Noir, with even this normally reliable producer stumbling at the low end. Roasted tomatoes and herbs finish tart and thin.",Vicar's Choice,16,80,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2008 Vicar's Choice Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2008-vicars-choice-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Saint Clair 14.5,Red,US,"This is a lean, acidic and disagreeable wine. It's unripe and minty, and even slightly vegetal, although there's just enough cherry-berry fruit to squeeze by.",Reserve,14,80,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hollow 2006 Reserve Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2006-reserve-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2006,Toad Hollow 14.2,Red,US,"Fruity and soft, a cloying wine with medicinal cherry flavors.",Kiara Private Reserve,20,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sylvester 2007 Kiara Private Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvester-2007-kiara-private-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Sylvester 12,Red,France,"The problem with this wine is the wood. There is too much of it, and the toasting is too high, giving a burnt character to the wine. For a 2005, this should be better integrated, and is likely to just dry out.",,29,80,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Tour de Calens 2005 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-calens-2005-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Tour de Calens 14.5,Red,US,"Rustically rugged and bitterly sharp in the mouth, this blend of Cabernet, Mourvèdre and Zinfandel is awfully hard to like.",Por Vida,36,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre NV Por Vida Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-nv-por-vida-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Oso Libre 15.4,Red,US,"A lean, unbalanced, hot wine, whose blackberry flavors have an edge of vegetables.",Mojo,39,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Domaine Degher 2006 Mojo Syrah-Cabernet (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-degher-2006-mojo-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Cabernet,2006,Domaine Degher 13.5,Red,Spain,"Lacks freshness; pickled and leathery, with heavy, bruising tannins. Dull, pounding flavors of plum and prune are short and fierce. Rough country wine.",,9,81,Northern Spain,Toro,,Caño 2008 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cano-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-toro/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Caño 14,Red,Uruguay,"Very expensive for a novelty, and without coming down too hard on it, it's fat and raisiny with a heavy ripeness that is tough to swallow. Ripasso by nature is a rich, sweet, sticky style of wine but this rendition lacks edge and focus.",Angel's Cuvée Ripasso de Tannat,59,81,Atlantida,,,Viñedo de los Vientos 2004 Angel's Cuvée Ripasso de Tannat Tannat (Atlantida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedo-los-vientos-2004-angels-cuvee-ripasso-tannat-other-red-tannat-atlantida/,Tannat,2004,Viñedo de los Vientos 9.2,Rose,US,"Simple and sweet, this blush wine has sugary flavors of citrus fruits and vanilla.",Single Vineyard Reserve White,6,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Campus Oaks 2009 Single Vineyard Reserve White Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-2009-single-vineyard-reserve-white-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Campus Oaks 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes almost as sweet as a dessert wine, with a glyceriney, sugary edge to the blackberries and chocolate. Too soft, too. The result is unbalanced.",The Monster,25,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Norman 2007 The Monster Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-2007-the-monster-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Norman 14.5,Red,Australia,"While this wine isn't lacking concentration, its aromas are of stewed and overcooked fruit and it turns a bit sharp on the finish. No improvement with age.",Steeple Jack,7,81,South Australia,South Australia,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2006 Steeple Jack Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2006-steeple-jack-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 13,Red,Brazil,"There's some density here but also rustic scents on the nose and a liquor-like character to the palate. Drying tannins overwhelm the thin midpalate, resulting in an imbalanced impression.",,13,81,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-vale-vinhedos/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vinícola Miolo ,White,New Zealand,"Although this wine has performed better in past vintages, the 2007 attempts to marry buttery notes with melon fruit and the result is not entirely pleasant. It does show decent weight, concentration and length.",Station Bush Vineyard,,81,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2007 Station Bush Vineyard Pinot Gris (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2007-station-bush-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-martinborough/,Pinot Gris,2007,Escarpment ,White,Germany,"Despite the name, this wine is a bit done up aromatically; it's austere and lacking in fruit with just a shy note of lemon zest to soften things. Ultracrisp and dry in the mouth, it has a clean citrusy finish. Drink up.",Undone Dry,13,82,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2008 Undone Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2008-undone-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,P.J. Valckenberg 13,Red,Spain,"Stemmy and green, with herbal, earthy aromas. The palate doesn't offer much besides acid, stemmy flavors and herbal notes, and there's a spot of green bitterness to the finish. Not a lot going on here; acceptable at best.",,11,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,No Time 2008 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/no-time-2008-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2008,No Time 13,Red,Spain,"Stemmy, pickled aromas send the fruit component to second fiddle. Tastes, smells and feels like a wine that didn't get fully ripe; the flavors are thin and light, with tea and dilute berry. Finishes same as above.",,20,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Gazur 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gazur-2007-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Gazur 14.1,White,US,"Vegetal, and the richer pineapple and vanilla cream flavors do nothing to make it go away. Through the dry, acidic mouthfeel, that taste of asparagus comes through.",Coast View Vineyard,25,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,De Tierra 2007 Coast View Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2007-coast-view-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2007,De Tierra 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet and raisiny, a Zin that simply got too ripe. Shows some bitter raisin skin tannins, too.",Poizin,25,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Armida 2008 Poizin Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2008-poizin-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Armida 15.2,White,US,"Dull and watery. Not much going on beyond the alcohol, although you'll find very modest citrus flavors.",,15,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Chardonnay (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Albeno Munari 12,White,Germany,"The confectionary notes here are a bit over-the-top, with bubblegum and candied pineapple leading into candied ginger in the mouth. It's crisp and light-to-medium-bodied, with a short, apricot finish. Drink up.",Ludwig Knoll Würzburger Stein Kabinett Trocken,22,82,Franken,,,Weingut Am Stein 2007 Ludwig Knoll Würzburger Stein Kabinett Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-am-stein-2007-ludwig-knoll-wurzburger-kabinett-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2007,Weingut Am Stein 13,Red,Brazil,"Simple but pleasing, with high-toned strawberry, tree bark and cedar scents that wind down to a woodsy palate with plush tannins and a short, mixed-berry finish. Drink up.",,13,82,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2008 Merlot (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2008-merlot-vale-vinhedos/,Merlot,2008,Vinícola Miolo 13,White,Spain,"Hard and oily smelling, with an acrid overtone. The palate is grating and tastes of bitter, pithy citrus, while the finish is equally bitter, with grapefruit pith lasting too long. Expensive for what you get.",Clarión,20,82,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2008 Clarión White (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2008-clarion-white-somontano/,White Blend,2008,Viñas del Vero 13.9,Red,US,"Heavy and dull, with candied flavors of cherries, cola, currants and chocolate. Gets the job done.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Campus Oaks 2007 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Campus Oaks 13,White,France,"Oxidative, with unusual aromas but a more typical profile in the mouth, with rose, lanolin and lychee flavor. Off-dry but balanced. Drink up.",Réserve,22,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2008 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2008-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Jean-Baptiste Adam 12.5,White,Germany,"This white from the Franken region of Germany shows more aromatic intensity than your typical Silvaner, but there's a candied edge here that's a bit offputting. It's crisp in the mouth, with good body and some nice apple notes that linger. Drink now.",Würzburg Trocken,18,82,Franken,,,Juliusspital 2008 Würzburg Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juliusspital-2008-wurzburg-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2008,Juliusspital 14,White,France,"Hard to do, but almost all the fruit has been driven off from this most fruity of all grapes. What's left is concentrated and unctuous but excessively mineral, giving an impression of unbalance.",,40,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2007 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2007-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Marcel Deiss 13,Red,Uruguay,"Here Tannat is paired with Bordeaux varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, etc.) to produce an exotic blend that shows undeniable concentration and length. Unfortunately, there's also a slight funkiness and a note of sawdust that sits on top of the wine, dampening the fruit.",Preludio Barrel Select Lote N° 77,,82,Juanico,,,Establecimiento Juanico 2004 Preludio Barrel Select Lote N° 77 Red (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/establecimiento-juanico-2004-preludio-barrel-select-lote-n-77-red-juanico/,Red Blend,2004,Establecimiento Juanico 13.5,Red,US,"This is a pretty good everyday Cab if you're looking for something full bodied, dry and fruity. There's some sharpness, but the blackberry, raisin and chocolate flavors are nice.",,12,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Monogamy 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monogamy-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Monogamy 13.5,Red,Australia,"This would have turned out better with more delicate handling. The fruit seems to have some potential but it is drowned by a thick layer of oak that sits on top of the wine. The short, crisp finish has a sawdust character.",,11,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Cockatoo Ridge 2007 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockatoo-ridge-2007-shiraz-south-australia-108486/,Shiraz,2007,Cockatoo Ridge 13,White,Germany,"A bit bland, with some maraschino cherry character along with faint melon rind notes. There's good acidity in the mouth but the short finish of spiced pear leaves behind a soft, slightly muddled impression.",Würzburger Abtsleite Kabinett Trocken,25,82,Franken,,,Juliusspital 2008 Würzburger Abtsleite Kabinett Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juliusspital-2008-wurzburger-abtsleite-kabinett-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2008,Juliusspital 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"There's an initial struck match note that floats away to reveal nice mixed berry and char notes, propped up by a sinewy tannins. Full bodied and rich, with a final note of plum jam. Try with barbecue. Drink now.",,12,82,Bekaa Valley,,,Heritage 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-bekaa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Heritage 14.3,White,US,"Has the sweet-and-sour taste of a Chinese restaurant pineapple sauce, with crisp acidity. Turns cloying after a sip or two.",Morine Ranch,24,82,California,Lake County,High Valley,Shannon Ridge 2008 Morine Ranch Viognier (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2008-morine-ranch-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Viognier,2008,Shannon Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"Clumsy, with a sharp feeling throughout, and semisweet, candied flavors of cherries, cola and chocolate.",Reserve,24,82,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2007 Reserve Grenache (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2007-reserve-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Grenache,2007,Shannon Ridge 13,Red,Uruguay,"Judging by this example, Uruguay might have some potential for the notoriously difficult Pinot Noir grape. There's a good helping of rusticity here, but also some nice cherry fruit and an appealing earthiness. Drink up.",Reserva,20,82,Uruguay,,,Bodegas Carrau 2008 Reserva Pinot Noir (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carrau-2008-reserva-pinot-noir/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bodegas Carrau 12,Red,France,"All tannin, this wine is missing fruit, although the acidity hints at some fading freshness. It is tough and dry, not offering much real pleasure.",,15,82,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Esteau 2004 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desteau-2004-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château d'Esteau 13.9,Rose,US,"Too dark and heavy for a blush wine, with jammy flavors of cherries, vanilla and spices. Lacks lightness and intricacy.",Pinot Noir,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elkhorn Peak 2008 Pinot Noir Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elkhorn-peak-2008-pinot-noir-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2008,Elkhorn Peak 13.5,Red,US,"Too heavy and soft, like a melted mocha-raspberry sundae. Lacks structure, which makes it taste too sweet.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Esser 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Esser ,Red,US,"This Claret combines Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc into a sturdy, tannic, slightly sweaty wine with only the barest hints of black fruits. The flavors seem focused on leaf and stem, especially the tannins, which do not taste quite ripe.",,35,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2007 Claret (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-southern-rogue-valley/,Claret,2007,Del Rio 13.8,White,US,"Simple and very dry, with herb-infused pineapple flavors and unnatural acidity.",Barile,26,82,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Robert Renzoni 2008 Barile Chardonnay (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-renzoni-2008-barile-chardonnay-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Robert Renzoni 13.5,White,Uruguay,"Orange and apricot aromas are backed by big, baked flavors of lemon and melon. Starts faster than it finishes; sluggish and heavy on the finish.",S Torrens Oak Reserve,40,82,Colonia,,,Los Cerros de San Juan 2004 S Torrens Oak Reserve Chardonnay (Colonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-cerros-san-juan-2004-s-torrens-oak-reserve-chardonnay-colonia/,Chardonnay,2004,Los Cerros de San Juan 14,Red,Spain,"Hard, leathery aromas, with an intense but exceedingly tannic palate. Killer bite and raspy, with bitterness and heat. Has decent black fruit flavor but still it's tough and unrefined.",Tres,18,82,Northern Spain,Toro,,Liberalia 2008 Tres (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberalia-2008-tres-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2008,Liberalia 14,Red,US,"The price is right, but the wine is pretty ordinary. It's dry and tart, with less-than-ripe cherry candy and mint flavors and dry, green tannins.",,16,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Truscott 2008 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truscott-2008-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Truscott 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes bitter and raisiny, and the cola and cherry flavors are thin. Doesn't offer much richness.",Grand Reserve,25,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2007 Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2007-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Villa Mt. Eden 12,White,Spain,"Simple to the point of being boring. Aromas of generic white fruits don't stand out, while the palate is soft and tastes vaguely of kiwi and nectarine. Finishes flat. Similar to the 2007.",,13,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Sumarroca 2008 Xarel-lo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-2008-spanish-white-xarel-lo-penedes/,Xarel-lo,2008,Sumarroca 14.4,Red,US,"Dry and harsh, with green, minty flavors and sharp acidity. Clean, but not showing much in the way of fruit.",Concinnity,14,82,California,California Other,California,Toad Hollow 2005 Concinnity Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2005-concinnity-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Toad Hollow 14.3,White,US,"Not much reserve going on with this soft, boring Chardonnay. It's dry and heavy in pineapple and lime pulp flavors.",Reserve,20,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Norman 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Norman ,Red,Spain,"Quite dilute, with gaseous, chemical aromas that subside with time but never really leave. The palate is dry, mulchy and briney, and dig as you might, there is never much fruit to latch onto. Too thin, even for a cool year like 2007.",Cosecha,15,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Peña Roble 2007 Cosecha (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pena-roble-2007-cosecha-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Peña Roble 14.6,White,US,"Simple and oaky, with woody, caramelized flavors masking a thin wine. Dry and acidic, its watery flavors barely suggest tangerines.",,15,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Marsanne-Roussanne (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2007,Albeno Munari 15.5,Red,US,"A little too sharp and chocolaty for a dry table wine. Shows big, ripe flavors of cocoa, blackberries, cherries and currants, with a sugary finish.",Il Campo Estate Field Blend,39,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2007 Il Campo Estate Field Blend Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2007-il-campo-estate-field-blend-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Armida 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Very strange from the start. Odd stuff, with a candied, spice-like set of aromas that go straight to sweet, dull gumdrop flavors. Feels o.k. on the palate but tastes and smells weird.",Reserva Brut,20,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Font I Jordana NV Reserva Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/font-i-jordana-nv-reserva-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Font I Jordana 13,Red,Spain,"Excessive green bean, green tobacco and grass on the nose put this into the “challenged” category. The palate is tart and tomatoey, with herbal raspberry flavors and a leafy, green finish. Barely registers on the pleasure meter.",Made With Organic Grapes,13,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Earth 3.0 2008 Made With Organic Grapes Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earth-30-2008-made-with-organic-grapes-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2008,Earth 3.0 14.5,Red,Spain,"Disappointing given Telmo Rodriguez's overall track record. Dehesa Gago 2008 is jumpy, sweaty and stemmy smelling, with weedy, burnt, acrid flavors. Green, hard and bitter on the back end, with a candied sweetness. Try as we might, we can't find the higher level in this Toro red.",Dehesa Gago,18,83,Northern Spain,Toro,,Telmo Rodríguez 2008 Dehesa Gago (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2008-dehesa-gago-red-toro/,Red Blend,2008,Telmo Rodríguez 12.5,White,Germany,"Light and airy, with petroleum, verbena and spring flower scents and a medium finish with nice gravel and lemon notes. Not a trace of sweetness. Try with raw clams. Drink now.",Dry,16,83,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2007 Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2007-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2007,Louis Guntrum 13.5,Red,Spain,"Briary, herbal aromas bring hints of tomato sauce and burnt leaves to the game, while the palate is fairly innocuous in feel. Flavors of herbal berry fruit and beets are sweet and strained, while the finish hints at green herbs and dried leaves.",Old Vine,11,83,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Little Chica 2007 Old Vine Tempranillo-Garnacha (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-chica-2007-old-vine-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2007,Little Chica 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Raboso Frizzante (lightly sparkling) wine offers an intense ruby color and aromas of spice, ripe cherry and blackberry. This wine drinks like a red (including some mild tannins) with a touch of fizzy effervescence and a sweet, fruity finale. Try this wine with salami, cold cuts and cubed parmigiano cheese.",Raboso Frizzante,18,83,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2008 Raboso Frizzante Raboso (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2008-raboso-frizzante-italian-red-raboso-orientale/,Raboso,2008,Moletto 14.2,White,US,"A decent, everyday Chardonnay. Tastes dryish, with pineapple and caramel flavors.",Peters Vineyard,30,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Amphora 2007 Peters Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amphora-2007-peters-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Amphora 15.3,Red,US,"An acidic, drily harsh, peppery wine. Even for a Foothills Zinfandel, it's pretty rustic, with an old-fashioned toughness that requires plenty of olive oil, mozzarella and rich beef to mellow.",Estate Special Reserve,30,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Latcham 2007 Estate Special Reserve Zinfandel (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latcham-2007-estate-special-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Zinfandel,2007,Latcham 12.5,Red,Spain,"Fairly green, a bit oxidized and old smelling. The palate is short and choppy, with hard leftover tannins and dry, herbal fruit flavors that push up against vegetal. Sweetness re-enters the picture on the finish, but overall this is too dried up and strained to rate higher.",Señor de Cascante Gran Reserva,,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodega del Romero 2000 Señor de Cascante Gran Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-romero-2000-senor-cascante-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Bodega del Romero 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with a blast of hot, basic red fruit that's fiery and a little pickled. The palate is lean and acidic but doesn't burn, while the cherry and red plum flavors are elementary. Inoffensive, highly regular red wine.",Rojo Granrojo,9,83,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2008 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2008-rojo-granrojo-tempranillo-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Navarro López 13.5,Red,Hungary,"The often underrated Kefrankos grape performs well here, with toffee and coffee ground character interwoven with fresh strawberries. There's a nice grip to the finish but the tawny hue suggests drinking sooner rather than later.",Ujra Együtt,15,83,Sopron,,,Pfneisl United Vineyards 2007 Ujra Együtt Kékfrankos (Sopron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfneisl-united-2007-ujra-egyutt-other-red-kekfrankos-sopron/,Kekfrankos,2007,Pfneisl United Vineyards 14,Red,Hungary,"A bit rustic, but charming in a farm-country theme, this earthy Shiraz from Hungary offers up pleasant mocha and coffee ground scents upfront and a crisp, medium-weight palate with tame tannins. Drink up.",Sterling's Favorite,20,83,Sopron,,,Pfneisl United Vineyards 2005 Sterling's Favorite Shiraz (Sopron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfneisl-united-2005-sterlings-favorite-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sopron/,Shiraz,2005,Pfneisl United Vineyards 13.5,White,Australia,"Creamy and fruity, with peach, apricot and guava character. Medium-bodied, with a faint spritz and a lemon zest finish that drops off abruptly. Drink up.",Omrah Unoaked,15,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2008 Omrah Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2008-omrah-unoaked-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2008,Plantagenet 14.6,Red,US,"Tannicly hard and harshly dry, with tobacco, black currant, herb and bitter dark-chocolate flavors. Drink now.",Le Vigne di Domenico,30,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sylvester 2007 Le Vigne di Domenico Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvester-2007-le-vigne-domenico-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Sylvester 13,White,Germany,"Dry and a bit sharp, this Rheinhessen trocken has some funky low notes under its peach and pear fruit. It's light on its feet and suitable for a raw bar. Drink up.",Trocken,26,83,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2008 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2008-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Rheingraf 13,Red,Spain,"Bell pepper, green bean, green tobacco, tomato and herb aromas carry the nose toward an acid-dominated palate of tomato sauce and herbal fruit. Finishes dry and herbal, and a little bit sour. With 25% Cabernet, this is a small step up from Earth's 100% Tempranillo.",Made With Organic Grapes,13,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Earth 3.0 2008 Made With Organic Grapes Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earth-30-2008-made-with-organic-grapes-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-navarra/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Earth 3.0 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Some initial rubbery notes blow off to reveal pear and citrus fruit. This is an off-dry wine, balanced by really crisp acids that seem a little metallic on the finish.",,17,83,Central Otago,,,Mohua 2009 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mohua-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2009,Mohua 14.7,Red,US,"The ripeness on this Merlot is a bit uneven. There are nice black cherry flavors, but also raisins and green flavors, resulting in a wild ride that finishes with tannic bitterness.",Le Vigne di Domenico,30,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sylvester 2007 Le Vigne di Domenico Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvester-2007-le-vigne-domenico-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Sylvester 14.2,Red,US,"Oak sticks out, dominating with smoky caramel and vanilla toast aromas, and things are pretty much the same in the mouth. Under all that wood is a modest wine with thin blackberry fruit flavors.",Kiara Private Reserve Sylvester Vineyards,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sylvester 2007 Kiara Private Reserve Sylvester Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvester-2007-kiara-private-reserve-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sylvester 12.5,White,France,"Soft pear and apricot flavors over acidity make this initially attractive. Then an awkward toffee apple element creeps in, and leaves a wine that is mushy and soft.",L de Lagarde,14,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Lagarde 2008 L de Lagarde (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagarde-2008-l-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château de Lagarde 14.5,Red,US,"A bit sharp and raw and rugged, even for Zinfandel. Has a scoury, peppery mouthfeel that gives the blackberry and blueberry fruit a bite. Drink now.",,19,83,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2008 Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2008-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Shannon Ridge 12,Red,France,"A soft wine, with attractive plum juice flavors topped by spice and lengthened by ripe tannins. A tomato juice flavor spoils the finish.",Yvecourt Rouge,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Yvon Mau 2009 Yvecourt Rouge (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2009-yvecourt-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Yvon Mau 14.5,Red,Australia,"The emphasis here is on the primary fruit, which takes on Kool-Aid tones on the nose before settling in to a boysenberry and tree bark expression in the mouth. Short-to-medium finish of Asian spice. Try with barbecued ribs. Drink now.",Bush Vine,17,83,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2008 Bush Vine Grenache (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-bush-vine-grenache-barossa/,Grenache,2008,Yalumba 13.8,Red,US,"This is a standard, everyday Zinfandel that's rugged and needs meats and cheeses to tame it. It's rough in tannins and dry, with a strange acidity accompanying ripe to overripe flavors of blackberries, currants and pepper.",Nativo,40,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2007 Nativo Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2007-nativo-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Oso Libre 14,Red,Spain,"Leafy, dry and mature, with baked fruit and aromas of dried oregano and basil flakes. The palate has grating tannins, while the flavors are greenish and herbal, with hints of stewed berries and burnt grass. Grabby and stalky; not sure why this old three-grape blend is still on the market.",Reserva,25,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2001 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2001-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Ochoa 13.8,White,US,"A bit too ripe, with apricot and pineapple flavors. Although it's bone dry, it feels cloying and acidic. Needs freshness and balance in the future.",,28,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2008 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2008-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2008,Demetria 14.2,Red,US,"A bit soft and dull, with flat, uninspiring flavors of cherries, cola and oak. Feels inert, lifeless, although all the parts are there for a fine wine.",Lone Oak Vineyard,45,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Affaire de Coeur 2008 Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/affaire-coeur-2008-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Affaire de Coeur 15,Red,US,"Awkward, with sweet, glyceriney flavors augmented with blackberry jam and toast. High alcohol creates some heat.",Maple Vineyards,39,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2008 Maple Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2008-maple-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Armida 13.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz blend lacks the jammy aromas of many of its brethren, offering instead white pepper and brambly red fruit. There's good strawberry flavor here and not a breath of tannin. Suitable for flavorful fish dishes, like tuna in a putanesca sauce. Drink up.",Peace Family Vineyard Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Grenache-Mataro,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Andrew Peace 2008 Peace Family Vineyard Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Grenache-Mataro Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-peace-2008-family-vineyard-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-grenache-mataro-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2008,Andrew Peace 7.5,White,Germany,"There's definitely something funky going on though the nose is not unappealing, with some nice apricot overtones. Crisp and lightweight, it turns a bit sharp at the end.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,17,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2008 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2008-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Carl Graff 14,Red,Brazil,"An earthy blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with flavors of raspberry cordial and rhubarb couched in burly, slightly drying tannins. Medium, char-inflected finish.",RAR Family Reserve,27,83,Serra Gaúcha,,,Vinícola Miolo 2005 RAR Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Serra Gaúcha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2005-rar-family-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-serra-gaucha/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2005,Vinícola Miolo 12.5,Rose,France,"Light, fresh, with a sweet caramel-centered character, very typical of Bordeaux rosé. There is a soft, squashy aftertaste. Screwcap.",Yvecourt,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Yvon Mau 2009 Yvecourt Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2009-yvecourt-rose-rose/,Rosé,2009,Yvon Mau 12,White,France,Some of the freshness is already going and the wine is morphing into pear and peach juice flavors. There is still an apple skin texture to give some crispness.,Yvecourt Sauvignon,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Yvon Mau 2008 Yvecourt Sauvignon (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2008-yvecourt-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Yvon Mau 14,Red,Spain,"Saucy and jammy initially, and then a raisiny quality takes over. Plump and thick in the mouth, but ultra jammy in terms of mouthfeel. Syrupy and raisiny flavors run the game, and in the end it weighs in as an overripe wine from one of the hottest vintages on record.",Secreto Reserva,30,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2003 Secreto Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2003-secreto-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Viña Mayor 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard and earthy, with black fruit aromas that are big but closed. The palate is short, stocky and blocky, with mammoth but basic flavors that turn rubbery. Not much of a finish to speak of.",Old Vines,15,83,Northern Spain,Toro,,El Curato 2008 Old Vines (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-curato-2008-old-vines-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,El Curato 10.5,White,Germany,"Simple but pleasant sipper, with understated aromas of talcum powder, fresh grapes and quince. Finishes light, peachy and clean. A good companion for sushi. Drink now.",V,14,83,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2008 V Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2008-v-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,P.J. Valckenberg 12.5,White,France,"Crisp, off-dry and straightforward, this is an unexceptional Alsace white. There are some nice tones of petroleum, but they are undercut by a distracting scent of cooking grease. Unlikely to improve with age.",,14,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Pierre Sparr 12.5,White,Spain,"Banana and green herb aromas make for a challenging nose. The palate has verve and acidity but its flavors of dull white fruits, melon and peach are jumbled. A clumsy mishmash of a wine; 80% Macabeo (Viura) and 20% Chardonnay.",Macabeo-Chardonnay,10,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Quo 2008 Macabeo-Chardonnay White (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quo-2008-macabeo-chardonnay-white-campo-borja/,White Blend,2008,Quo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"The wine opens with a hint of sulphur or matchstick that doesn't seem to blow off completely. Once you get past that little glitch, this sparkling wine does offer zesty crispness and refreshing lightness that kicks in at the rear.",Brut,12,83,Veneto,Colli Asolani Prosecco,,Conte Loredan Gasparini NV Brut (Colli Asolani Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-loredan-gasparini-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-colli-asolani-prosecco/,Glera,,Conte Loredan Gasparini 14.1,Red,US,"Simple and a little unbalanced, this Merlot has Lifesaver candy cherry flavors with a touch of vegetal greenness, while oak adds needed richness. It's very dry and soft.",Estate Grown,20,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,De Tierra 2006 Estate Grown Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2006-estate-grown-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2006,De Tierra 13,Red,Uruguay,"Not a polished wine, but appealing for its cassis and fruiti di bosco nose and smoky palate of roast game. Try with barbecue.",,19,83,San Jose,,,Tanterra 2008 Tannat (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tanterra-2008-other-red-tannat-san-jose/,Tannat,2008,Tanterra 10,White,Germany,"Aromas are redolent of a candy store—cotton candy, watermelon sours and candied apples. The palate is a sharp contrast, dry, austere and a bit thin. A few years in the cellar will help tame the piercing acidity.",Trabener Würzgarten Kabinett,19,83,Mosel,,,Max Wagner 2008 Trabener Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/max-wagner-2008-trabener-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Max Wagner 12,White,Spain,"Same score as the prior year, and pretty much the same wine. It's dusty and slightly burnt in aromas and flavors, with banana, peach and pithy bitterness extending onto the finish. Mouthfeel is the best part; otherwise it struggles to make the cut.",Sauvignon Blanc-Macabeo,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Spanish Vines 2008 Sauvignon Blanc-Macabeo White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spanish-vines-2008-sauvignon-blanc-macabeo-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2008,Spanish Vines 12.5,White,Germany,"Opens with exotic notes of musk and summer jasmine, backed up by scents of tangerine. The dry palate is light and more straightforward, wrapping up with a short burst of lemon peel.",Wormser Trocken,,83,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2008 Wormser Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2008-wormser-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 12,White,Germany,"While the scents are decadent—honey, ginger and candied pineapple—the achingly dry palate makes a tart impression. Try with oysters. Drink now.",Haus Klosterberg Dry,16,83,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Haus Klosterberg Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-haus-klosterberg-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor 13,White,Germany,"Honey, cream and watermelon notes make for a likable opening. The crisp, citrusy palate is straightforward, with just a hint of softness. Medium lime and fresia finish. Drink now.",Würzburger Stein Kabinett Trocken,28,83,Franken,,,Juliusspital 2008 Würzburger Stein Kabinett Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juliusspital-2008-wurzburger-stein-kabinett-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2008,Juliusspital 14,Red,Australia,"Your basic South Eastern Australia Shiraz here, with raspberry and black cherry aromas that give way to a smooth palate with medium acidity. Short, earthy finish. Drink up.",Circle Collection,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jindalee 2008 Circle Collection Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jindalee-2008-circle-collection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2008,Jindalee 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and oaky, in the modern style, with oodles of buttered toast, caramel corn, vanilla cream and pineapple jam flavors.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Esser 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Esser 13,White,France,"Opens with slightly funky cheese rind notes, though there's a nice mineral undertone and some apple character. Crisp and dry with mouthwatering acidity, this is a good choice for fish in a cream sauce. Drink now.",,19,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2007 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2007-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Dopff & Irion 13.5,Red,Australia,"A solid little wine, with a smoky black raspberry and plum jam nose leading to a palate of mixed berry pie accented with violet top notes. Medium-bodied, with tame tannins. Hard to do better at this price. Great choice to accompany steak from a charcoal grill. Drink up.",Bin 555,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2007 Bin 555 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2007-bin-555-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2007,Wyndham Estate 15.5,Red,Australia,"There's nice raspberry and pomegranate fruit here, along with some attractive bramble but it's held back by a slight funkiness and confected notes in the mouth. Short, spirity finish. Drink up.",Old Bushvine,17,84,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2007 Old Bushvine Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2007-old-bushvine-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2007,Reilly's 12.5,White,Spain,"A bit jumbled early on, and then more open and minerally. The palate is chunky but hollow, with melon and green fruit flavors. Finishes with a touch of citrus and a soft, quick fade. Bland but easy to drink.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2008 Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2008-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo,2008,Storks' Tower 16.5,Red,US,"The problem with this wine is excessive alcohol. Officially, it's 16.5%, which is almost Port. However, this Zin is dry. Yet it can't outrun the taste of overripe raisins. Not for everyone, but a decent example of its style.",Red Rooster Old Vine,29,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Truett Hurst 2008 Red Rooster Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2008-red-rooster-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Truett Hurst 11,White,Germany,There's some mossy tones under the fresh pear fruit along with a slight spritz that keeps everything lively. Pretty lemon and grapefruit notes show through on the (slightly tart) finish. Drink now.,,24,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2008 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2008-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Maximin Grünhäuser 13.5,White,US,"Tasted just after bottling, the wine was a little bottle-shocked, but should be fine by Summer 2010. Rich and creamy, with complex tropical fruit, buttered toast, lemondrop candy and honeysuckle flavors. An amazing 111,000 cases were produced.",Grand Reserve,21,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey-Santa Barbara,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey-Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-grand-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2008,Kendall-Jackson 14.9,Red,US,"Smoky caramelized oak now dominates this wine, but the underlying flavors are very strong, and everything should come together by mid-2010. It's a dry, tannic and classically structured Dry Creek Zin, filled with briary berries, currants, licorice, cocoa and spices.",Bushnell Vineyard,18,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Bushnell Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-bushnell-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Pedroncelli 15,Red,France,"This wine might start off a touch medicinal but that blows off rather quickly, allowing the beautiful bouquet full of red cherry and raspberry with soft touches of cocoa to shine through. Fresh and juicy in the mouth with moderate acidity and tannins providing a solid structure. A touch of citrus glimmers on the clean finish. Drink now.",Mas Janeil Le Tiradou,28,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,François Lurton 2006 Mas Janeil Le Tiradou Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2006-mas-janeil-le-tiradou-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,François Lurton 13.6,Red,US,"Fragrant and inviting, scents of black olive, black coffee, truffle and a hint of the barnyard waft up from the glass. This is a soft, mellow wine, that drinks older than its vintage. The fruits are full and melded together, and the finish has a little maple syrup sweetness.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Caterina 14,Red,Chile,"Talk about sticker shock: $75 for a wine that used to be $30 or $40? Back to the wine, which has olive and carob aromas to go with forceful oak and creamy berry fruit. The palate runs heavy on the coffee and olive, and thus it takes time to find the berry fruit component lurking below. Classic Chilean Carmenère, but one of questionable value.",Grial,75,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2007 Grial Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2007-grial-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Apaltagua 14.9,White,US,"Doesn't say so on the label, but the grapes are from Dry Creek Valley. It's a sleek, sophisticated and different sort of Chardonnay, drier and earthier than most, with pleasant pineapple, pear, green apple and herb flavors.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Raymond Burr 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-burr-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Raymond Burr 14,White,Chile,"A recommended Chardonnay that's a step or two up from this country's norm. Vanilla, toast and apple aromas set the stage for lively apple, peach and melon flavors. Honey and toast work the finish, and overall it blends tropical power and sweetness with subtleties and some elegance.",Reserve,14,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Santa Ema 13,White,Italy,"Murno Pinot Grigio has an extra layer of depth in terms of its aromas: mineral, floral and fruit tones play off each other with ease. In the mouth, this creamy wine offers intensity and impressive staying power.",Murno,18,88,,Collio,,Primosic 2008 Murno Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primosic-2008-murno-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Primosic 14,Red,France,"Bright and concentrated at the same time, with strong notes of black berries and cassis backed by softer notes of yellow flowers, almond skin, rosemary and pepper. The mouth is lightweight but full, with soft acids and a short but clean finish. Very approachable; drink now.",Grand Terroir Tautavel,19,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Gérard Bertrand 2006 Grand Terroir Tautavel Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2006-grand-terroir-tautavel-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Gérard Bertrand 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with floral berry aromas and standard-issue black fruit notes. The palate has moderate weight and stickiness, while the flavors of cassis, berry and rubber are smoky. Juicy and alert enough, but also dense and rich, with caramel and berry syrup on the finish.",Reserve,9,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Reserve Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-reserve-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2007,Santa Alicia 13,White,France,"A young wine, with crisp apple and grapefruit salad freshness. It is bright, glowing with vibrant fruit and a light touch of toast.",,18,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2008 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2008-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 14.5,Red,US,"A bit heavy now, with lots of unintegrated parts. The new oak sticks out from the tannins, and the blackberry, blueberry and cherry fruit is all primary and jammy. If you drink now, decant, but this 100% Cab should be better after 2010.",,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M by Martellotto 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-by-martellotto-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,M by Martellotto 13.9,White,US,"Good tropical fruit, green apple and buttercream flavors in this bone-dry wine. It has a slightly rugged, earthy taste as well, of dried herbs and tobacco. A sound Chardonnay.",Smith Ranch,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2007 Smith Ranch Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2007-smith-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Hawley 12.5,Red,US,"A complex opening of leather, plum, vanilla and gingerbread leads to a crisp palate with intense cherry notes. Lacks the multi-dimensionality of a top wine but the touches of youthful fruit on the medium finish are guaranteed to charm. Drink now.",Reserve,20,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 2004 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-2004-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Lieb 13.5,Red,France,"Delicious and inviting with notes of eucalyptus, chocolate-covered cherries and wild raspberries on the nose. The palate exhibits darker flavors by way of black cherry and plum, fleshing out the solidly structured medium weight mouth. A moderate, evolving finish closes nicely with a kiss of sweet oak.",La Cuvée Mythique,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2006 La Cuvée Mythique Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2006-la-cuvee-mythique-red-vin-pays-doc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 14.1,Red,US,"A fine Merlot that shows lots of class at a pretty good price. It's a little rough in texture, but not too much, with sophisticated black cherry, black currant and red plum flavors, made richer with a touch of violets and cedar wood. Give it a good decant before serving.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2007 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2007-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2007,Highway 12 13.5,White,Italy,"This luminous wine boasts a slightly copperish color that suggests the wine absorbed some of the natural color of this grey-pinkish grape variety. The fresh wine is redolent of stone fruit and pink grapefruit and offers a smooth, creamy close.",Jesera,19,87,,Collio,,Venica & Venica 2008 Jesera Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venica-venica-2008-jesera-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Venica & Venica 13.9,Red,US,"There are lush, profound flavors of cherries, red currants, licorice, bacon and sweet smoky sandalwood in this wine, and it has the silky mouthfeel of a fine coastal Pinot. On the debit side is a certain harshness and sharpness of tannins that suggests green seeds.",Lone Oak Vineyard,44,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2008 Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2008-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 12.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is light on its feet, with spicy anise liquor aromas that lead into fresh strawberry and raspberry fruit in the mouth. The medium, mouthwatering finish has a dusting of powdery tannins. A good complement to roast pork. Drink now to 2011.",,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2007 Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2007,Ravines 13.5,Red,Chile,"Friendly, easygoing Cabernet in which almost everyone will be able to find something good. The nose is medicinal and cherry driven, while the palate has good feel, acidic grab and flavors of red fruits, herbs and tomato sauce. Nothing special; just plain good-drinking, affordable CS.",Reserva,9,87,Curicó Valley,,,Quasar 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Quasar 14,Red,Chile,"Dark and meaty on the nose, with plum, blackberry and spice notes. The palate is fleshy but a little hollow in the middle, with dark fruit that's tasty but not real deep or complicated. Finishes short, with saltiness. Superficial in many ways, but dark, fun and gets the job done.",Reserva,,87,Maipo Valley,,,Porta 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2008-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Porta 13.5,White,Italy,"Crisp, clean and tonic, this is a brilliant Pinot Grigio with sharp aromas of passionfruit, citrus and pear. In the mouth, the wine is crisp, polished and refreshing, Pair this wine with spicy shrimp cocktail.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2008 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2008,St. Pauls 14.2,White,US,"There's a good crunch of mouthwatering acidity on this wine, like biting into a green apple or slice of pineapple, both of whose flavors are here, along with gooseberries and a distinct taste of nutmeg. The wine is very dry. Creaminess adds needed richness, but it's still a tart wine.",Farina Vineyard,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Tres Sabores 2008 Farina Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2008-farina-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Tres Sabores 14.5,Red,US,"A sweetly ripe Merlot that drinks well now for its soft, gentle tannins and forward fruit flavors. Cherries, black raspberries, anise, vanilla and smoky, buttery oak combine for a pleasant palate experience.",,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Titus 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical fruit and melony aromas give this wine a soft outlook. The palate is wet and refreshing but not pointed, with sweet, approachable flavors of mild grapefruit and lime. Finishes with mild citrus pith and a good overall disposition.",Santa Digna Reserve,10,87,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2009 Santa Digna Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2009-santa-digna-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Miguel Torres 13,Red,Italy,"This is a light and elegant expression of Nero d'Avola, with pretty nuances of spice and smoke between bay leaf and powdered curry. Black fruit fills the mouth thanks to the wine's soft and chewy texture.",,17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2007 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2007-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Feudo Principi di Butera ,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal—angular and stiff, offering nicely woven scents of herb, toast, and black cherry. The flavors continue with hints of coffee, cinnamon, vanilla and tobacco.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Gifford Hirlinger 14.2,Red,US,"A little sharp in the mouth, with a bite of citrusy acidity, but the cherry, cola, pomegranate and sandalwood flavors are very rich, and the texture is silky. The acidity could resolve in a few years. Best by 2012 or so.",Barrel 31,59,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cumbre of Vine Hill 2007 Barrel 31 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cumbre-vine-hill-2007-barrel-31-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cumbre of Vine Hill 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of violets, blackberry and black currant jam are solid, while the palate shows sharper acidity than most Bonardas, and thus a juicy sensation along with flavors of snappy black cherry and boysenberry. Fresh and forward, with a lot of fruit and potency.",Reserve,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2008 Reserve Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2008-reserve-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Cruz Alta 11.5,White,US,"Showing gorgeously, with honeysuckle, spring flower, clove and holiday spice tones. There's well-defined acidity and a lingering apple cider note. Try with cod in a miso sauce. Drink now to 2011.",Semidry,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2008 Semidry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2008-semidry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 14,White,US,"Shows the extreme dryness, crisp acidity, flowers and minerality that often mark Carneros Chadonnays, which makes it elegant and sleek. With a touch of Meyer lemons and limes, it rises to richness. Drink now.",,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Highway 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-highway-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Carneros Highway 14,White,US,"There's lots to like about this cool-climate Chardonnay, from the ripe pineapple, kiwi and lime flavors to the rich touch of lees and vanilla. It has a sharp cut of acidity that's almost Champagne-like, and calls for extremely rich fare to balance. Try with shrimp risotto.",The Terraces,35,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Coastview 2008 The Terraces Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastview-2008-the-terraces-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Coastview 14.5,Red,Argentina,"NQN's Picada 15 line is a consistent source for good value among red wines. This four-grape blend (led by Cabernet Sauvignon) has a slight aroma of burnt leaves and tire rubber, but it settles with air into a good whole. Flavors of sweet berry fruits have an herbal edge, while the mouthfeel and finish are creamy, rich and smooth. Nice wine for the price.",Picada 15,11,87,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2007 Picada 15 Red (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2007-picada-15-red-neuquen/,Red Blend,2007,Bodega NQN 13.5,White,Chile,"Not sure what the difference is between this wine and Agustinos' Gran Reserva and Reserva Privada because all are priced the same and rate about the same. Here we get banana, apple and fresh hay aromas along with a spunky palate of lemon, pineapple and green apple. Finishes with some honey and spice.",Reserva,13,87,Bío Bío Valley,,,Agustinos 2008 Reserva Chardonnay (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2008-reserva-chardonnay-bio-bio-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Agustinos ,Red,US,"Pretty cherry fruit carries a spicy edge in this 100% varietal Merlot. The tannins provide a crisp frame, but the wine fades quickly into a papery finish.",,28,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie 2007 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Camaraderie ,White,US,"This is 100% varietal, from Evergreen and Ancient Lakes, two of Washington's best white wine vineyards. Quite lemony and tart, it has a refreshing minerality underscoring cool-climate fruit flavors that just barely touch upon melon, with food-friendly acidity.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boomtown 2008 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Boomtown ,White,France,"A ripe, rounded wine, with just some wood. It is soft, with flavors of apricots followed by a fresh acidity and a final waft of tropical fruits and spice.",,25,87,Burgundy,Rully,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont ,Red,US,"A tiny bit of Mourvèdre and Barbera are added into the blend, but this is honest and true to varietal Washington Syrah, with strawberry and cherry candy fruit flavor in abundance. Initially forward and light on the palate, it moves into more herbal, earthy flavors in the finish.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boomtown 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Boomtown ,Red,US,"An interesting blend, including significant amounts of Malbec, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit flavor drifts toward pomegranate and cranberry, with some sweet oak providing a dusty, mocha finish. It tastes like a wine that was intended to be more expensive.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boomtown 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Boomtown ,Red,US,"Fragrant with incense and cherry tobacco scents, this 100% varietal was aged in 30% new oak, mostly American. Light upon entry, it shows pale red fruits and sharp acidity. In stark contrast, the tannins are soft, like tanned leather.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Camaraderie 2007 Tempranillo (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-yakima/,Tempranillo,2007,Camaraderie 14.8,Red,US,"Thick and unctuously soft, this southern Rhône-style blend is rich in blackberry jam, chocolate, licorice and bacon flavors, with a coating of smoky oak. It's quite decadent, but could use greater structure.",Trés Violet,34,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Trés Violet G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-tres-violet-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2007,Calcareous ,Red,US,"High-toned, with somewhat muted fruit – waxy comes to mind – yet with appealing softness and immediate drinkability. It's non-vintage, a blend of two Cabernets, Merlot and Syrah, streaked with vanilla.",WoodsLake Due Anni Red,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson NV WoodsLake Due Anni Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-nv-woodslake-due-anni-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,,Patterson ,Red,US,"Though it's 80% Syrah, the rest of this wine includes all five Bordeaux grapes. It smells and tastes powerfully of new French oak, wrapped around sweet cherry and cola flavors. Cedary and chocolaty through the finish, it carries a suggestion of sweetness, though it's listed as bone dry.",WoodsLake,21,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2006 WoodsLake Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2006-woodslake-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Patterson ,White,Argentina,"A major-league oakster, with oily popcorn and baked apple aromas. The oak and vanilla are lead players on the palate as well, but along the way there's balancing acidity, length and good flavors of spiced apple, lemon curd and cinnamon. Woody and plump on the finish.",,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Pascual Toso 12.5,White,Chile,"A nose of mild green fruits is prickly and dances, while the palate offers minerality and pithy lime and other green fruit flavors. Finishes with consistent green fruit notes, dryness and a hint of bell pepper. Doesn't blow you away but delivers most of what Chilean SB is known for.",,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Peñalolen 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2009-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Peñalolen 13,Red,Italy,"Cerasuolo di Vittoria is a delightfully light and fresh red wine (a blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato, two native Sicilian grapes) that offers delicate berry notes with cola and almond paste. It's a very food-friendly wine with pretty mineral tones on the close.",,22,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Planeta 2008 Cerasuolo di Vittoria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2008-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2008,Planeta 14.8,Red,US,"Obvious but highly concentrated with mouth-coating tannins and an appetizing mix of coconut, vanilla and plum flavors. Fairly long, soy-flavored finish. Drink now or hold a year for better integration.",Norte Block Arizona Stronghold Vineyard,,87,Arizona,Cochise County,,Page Springs 2007 Norte Block Arizona Stronghold Vineyard Syrah (Cochise County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/page-springs-2007-norte-block-arizona-stronghold-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cochise-county/,Syrah,2007,Page Springs 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Floral fruit aromas are neither heavy nor concentrated, but they are a touch medicinal and chocolaty. Flavors of clove, cherry, plum and oak are racy, while the finish is a bit resiny and weighted down by vanilla. Good wine for the price.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,,,Ombu 2007 Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ombu-2007-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2007,Ombu 13,Red,Argentina,"Saturated in color almost to the point of opaque. The nose is brash, with rubbery berry, chocolate and sandalwood aromas. Intense but not overpowering, with flavors of sweet black plum, berry and black currant. Spry and lively throughout, with licorice and bitter chocolate on the finish.",,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2008 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2008-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Argento 14.8,Red,US,"There's some sharpness throughout this Zinfandel. The palate wishes it were smoother and more harmonious, especially since the flavors are very rich, suggesting ripe blackberries and blueberries, picked under a warm summer sun, as well as black pepper and mocha. Ready now.",Three Goose,34,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2007 Three Goose Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2007-three-goose-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Alderbrook 14.9,Red,US,"Very ripe in the modern style, with masses of jammy blackberries, black currants and black cherries and uplifted, smoky notes of oak. The tannins are thick and astringent. One defect is a certain sharpness that lasts through the finish and makes the mouthfeel tart.",Quid Pro Quo,49,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ahnfeldt 2005 Quid Pro Quo Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahnfeldt-2005-quid-pro-quo-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Ahnfeldt 13.8,Red,US,"Good fruit from the Riverbend vineyard brings earthy complexity to the wine. Sappy boysenberry fruit, soaked in barrel flavors of Kahlua and cinnamon, shows just a bit of alcoholic heat heading into the finish.",Shameless Hussy,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hard Row To Hoe 2007 Shameless Hussy Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2007-shameless-hussy-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Hard Row To Hoe 13,Red,US,"A sound red wine that, at this price, proves its worth as a versatile, satisfying table companion to all sorts of foods calling for a full-bodied red. A blend of Syrah and Grenache, it's dry and tannic, with pleasant cherry, berry, herb and spice flavors.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Infinity 2008 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinity-2008-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Infinity 14.8,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe, rich Merlot, made in the modern style of fruity extraction. Cherries, red currants, red plums and vanilla-infused oak mingle together, leading to a spicy, dry finish. Now–2012.",Hawley Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2006 Hawley Vineyard Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2006-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2006,Hawley 13.8,Red,US,"The consumer benefits from this mainly Paso Robles-grown wine being held back for four-plus years. Made from 100% Merlot, with some fruit from Red Hills Lake County, it's dry, silky and complex, with cherry, cola, currant and cinnamon spice flavors. Feels lightly fancy and elegant. Great value.",,14,87,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 2005 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2005-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,Hawk Crest 14.5,White,US,"This is Rubicon's Rhône blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier. It's an interesting wine, very rich in apricot, mango, pineapple, peach and honeysuckle flavors, but very dry. Feels a bit heavy, though, and will likely fade out fast. Drink now.",Blancaneaux,45,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2008 Blancaneaux White (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2008-blancaneaux-white-napa-rutherford/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Rubicon Estate 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Big, meaty and dense, with dampness, earth and size. This is your typical deep and chewy wine, but the structure and core qualities are just above average. Flavors of black cherry, plum and brown sugar are good, while the finish shows a creamy vanilla flavor and cola. Good but not great for the price.",Gran,32,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Riglos 2006 Gran Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2006-gran-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Riglos 12,White,US,"A nice racy version, with lots of petroleum and peach character shot through with notes of wet stone. Ends on a lingering grapefruit peel tone. Try with sweet and sour pork. Drink now.",Semi-Dry,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Tail Ridge 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-tail-ridge-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Red Tail Ridge 12.5,Red,US,"This is a reserved and elegant example, fashioned along European lines. There's mixed vegetable and tomato notes upfront and a juicy palate of red fruit rounded out by a vanilla top note. The medium finish shows soft tannins. Serve with firm cheese. Drink now to 2011.",La Tavola,11,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2007 La Tavola Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2007-tavola-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Raphael 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a ripe and richly concentrated expression of Nero d'Avola from sunny Sicily with nice aromas of mature berries, cola and fresh almond paste. The wine boasts a bright, lively color and fresh, berry-driven flavors.",,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sortina 2007 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sortina-2007-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Sortina 13.8,White,Chile,"Light citrus, green herb and nettle aromas are just what you'd expect from Leyda SB, and the palate has a plump, easy feel along with fresh flavors of melon, tangerine and nectarine. More round than linear, with good length and clarity.",Reserva,10,87,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Santa Carolina 13.5,White,France,"A toasty, smoky wine, with freshening acidity, crisp green and white fruits and an attractive edge of toasty oak. The wine is lively, fresh, delicious, very poised and vibrant.",Cuvée Vieilles Vignes,25,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 2007 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pascal-mireille-renaud-2007-cuvee-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 14,Red,France,"“Les Faisses,” meaning “terraces” in Occitan, refers to the vineyards overlooking the Heurault from which this wine was sourced. 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this is a vibrant, fruit-forward wine with ripe fruit characteristics of blueberry, raspberry and cherry along with accents of garrigue herbs and soft pepper. An easy-to-drink, ready-to-please wine at an attractive price.",Jean Claude Mas Les Faisses,14,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2007 Jean Claude Mas Les Faisses Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2007-jean-claude-faisses-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaines Paul Mas ,Dessert,US,"Though it's Grenache, you can't really tell from the flavors. This is similar to many ice wines from western Canada—a bit fat and unctuous for icewine, tasting of caramel, simple and sweet.",Ice Wine,26,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gilbert Cellars 2008 Ice Wine Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2008-ice-wine-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2008,Gilbert Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"Tight and acidic, with a sharpness that's a little cutting now, despite elaborate cherry pie filling, cola and red currant flavors. Could develop over the next few years, but it's a gamble.",Doctor's Vineyard,52,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,George IV 2008 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/george-iv-2008-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,George IV ,Red,US,"A 53% Syrah-47% Cabernet Sauvignon blend, finished at a moderate 13.5% alcohol. There are pretty aromas, floral and bready, with hints of darker fruits. A rather soft, medium-bodied, fruit-forward wine, with plum and cherry, and a bit of cocoa in the finish.",Lawrence Vineyards Don Isidro Red Wine,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gård 2006 Lawrence Vineyards Don Isidro Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gard-2006-lawrence-don-isidro-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Gård 15.4,White,US,"Not quite up there with the great '07. More like the ‘06, offering vast, ripe flavors that lack complexity. The pineapple, crème brûlée, apricot, nectarine and honeysuckle flavors taste almost dessert-sweet, accented by caramelized oak.",,42,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2008 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2008,Pride Mountain ,Red,US,"Slightly confected scents lead into sweetly spicy fruit, leaning to purple fruits with fig and prune highlights. The acidity is spot on, and the tannins are ripe and firm. The blend includes 10% Malbec.",,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Powers 13.3,White,US,"Aromatically stunning, with opulent, effusive aromas of lychee, honey, preserved peaches and spice cake. The palate has good acidity and a silky texture while the finish is long and dry. Try with a Vietnamese noodle dish. Drink now to 2011.",,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Sheldrake Point 15,Red,US,"Quite a success for a California Sangiovese. It's dry and silky, with light tannins and a good crunch of acidity to brighten the cherry pie, anise and pepper flavors.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2007 Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2007-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Seghesio 13.6,Red,US,"This wine curls up in your lap, with friendly aromas of cherry pie, vanilla and buttered toast layered over bright raspberry fruit. A blueberry tone peeks through in the mouth while some earthy flavors take over on the medium finish. Drink now to 2012.",,22,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2007 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2007-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Peconic Bay Winery ,Red,US,"With plenty of consumer-friendly vanilla/tobacco flavors, this value Cabernet also brings in dark fruits—blackberry and cassis. The tannins have been smoothed out a bit, though they still carry a little bit of a stemmy edge. A good everyday choice for that burger.",Grand Estates,11,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2007 Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-grand-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Columbia Crest ,Red,US,"This is a cherry candy-flavored, somewhat chunky/blocky style of Syrah. It's forward and fresh, but does not show exceptional structure or complexity.",Lawrence Vineyards,27,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gård 2006 Lawrence Vineyards Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gard-2006-lawrence-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Gård ,Red,US,"Light strawberry, raspberry and Bing cherry fruit, medium weight, straight-ahead, nicely ripened. The tannins are soft and the balance works just fine.",Lawrence Vineyards,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gård 2006 Lawrence Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gard-2006-lawrence-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Gård 14.8,Red,US,"Very peppery and briary, with a slightly green, minty edge to the riper wild berries and tobacco. A good, gutsy Zinfandel of character and a sense of place.",Estate Grown,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2007 Estate Grown Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2007-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Fritz 15.2,Red,US,"Here's a pleasant, easy to drink Grenache. It's dry and tannic and filled with cherry flavors, sweetened with toasty oak. Wisely avoids many of the pitfalls Grenache is subject to. Drink now.",,34,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2007 Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2007-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2007,Jaffurs ,Red,US,"Meritage wines must be Bordeaux blends; otherwise, they can be all over the map. This is an all-purpose, affordable red blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Black cherry and olive, smoke and some noticeable alcohol (14.4% is credited) define a sturdy red in wide distribution.",Genesis,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2007 Genesis Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2007-genesis-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2007,Hogue 15.3,Red,US,"A bit briary and rough in tannin texture, but with very rich blackberries, blueberries and chocolate, with a touch of smoky, charred oak. Drink this nice Cabernet now while it's fresh.",Saggio Hills Vineyard,32,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawley 2006 Saggio Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2006-saggio-hills-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hawley 12.5,Red,US,"A good value for pricey Long Island, the Damiani 2007 Merlot offers up deep black fruit tones wrapped in a thick blanket of vanilla, char and coffee. Oaky, crisp and tannic, this wine will be more approachable after several years in the cellar.",,22,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2007 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2007-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2007,Damiani 14.6,Red,US,"Here's a pretty, polished Pinot for drinking now with a nice steak. It's dry and silky, with good varietal flavors of cherries, cola, rhubarb, grilled mushrooms and smoky oak, finished with dusty spices. There's even a touch of barnyard.",Bella Luna Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Churchill Cellars 2007 Bella Luna Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchill-cellars-2007-bella-luna-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Churchill Cellars 12,White,France,"Currants and white fruits layer with acidity and a tight structure of crisp apples skins. This is a full-in-the-mouth wine, showing plenty of acidity, but also a rich fruit character, hinting at the honeyed sweetness that is not far away.",Tuffeau,13,87,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Cave de Saumur 2008 Tuffeau (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2008-tuffeau-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Cave de Saumur 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark berry and meaty fruit on the nose, with plum and blackberry aromas. The palate is zestier, with bright acidity tempering any weight. The finish is solid, with nothing off or outlandish to consider. A good, solid, concentrated Syrah without a whole lot of varietal character.",Don Baltazar Reserva,13,87,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2006 Don Baltazar Reserva Syrah (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2006-don-baltazar-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-juan/,Syrah,2006,Casa Montes 14.4,Red,US,"A very pleasant, if a bit too young, Pinot Noir from this up-and-coming winery. Shows very ripe, smoky flavors of cherries, black raspberries, cola and sandalwood that are deep and last long into a spicy finish. Give it until late 2010 to knit together.",Hein Vineyard,44,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2007 Hein Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2007-hein-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 15.3,Red,US,"This big, thick, oaky Zinfandel is powerful in flavor and not particularly subtle. It overwhelms with truckloads of blackberry and cherry jam, stewed plums, chocolate, mocha, pepper and cedar, and stings the palate with hard, astringent tannins and heat. The suggestion is ageability, but it's a gamble beyond 2012.",Barrel 32 Lily Hill Estate,48,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2007 Barrel 32 Lily Hill Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2007-barrel-32-lily-hill-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella 13.5,White,US,"Buena Vista has a good reputation for this bottling, and the great '07 vintage has resulted in another fine Chardonnay, at a good price. Racy in acidity, the wine shows mineral-infused citrus fruit, apple and honeysuckle notes that finish with a touch of off-dry sweetness.",,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2007 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2007-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Buena Vista 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe and smooth, with polished cherry pie filling, red currant, cola and sweet oak flavors. The wine is fully dry and the tannins are brisk and astringent. Not likely to develop in the bottle, but fine now with a grilled steak.",,34,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Calcareous 12.4,Red,US,"An impressive effort, with reticent black currant and cassis tones upfront followed by pomegranate in the mouth. There's good depth of flavor here though the marked acidity and broad tannins require pairing with hearty fare. Better after 2010.",,23,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2007 Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2007,Wagner 14.5,Red,US,"A fresh, crisp, clean young Pinot Noir that shows the silkiness and relative transparency of many Carneros Pinots. It's a bit thin, compared to more full-bodied versions, but elegant and dry, with flavors of cherryskins, cola and sandalwood. Now–2012.",Vero,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Verotto 2006 Vero Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verotto-2006-vero-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2006,Verotto 14.1,White,US,"This is Geyser Peak's barrel-fermented Chardonnay. It shows classic Alexander Valley ripeness, with rich tropical fruit, green apple, pear, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors, accented with racy acidity. Very nice now with roast salmon, crab or a simple roast chicken.",Block Collection Water Bend,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2008 Block Collection Water Bend Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2008-block-collection-water-bend-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Geyser Peak 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a clean, sound wine that offers tons of Zinny character at a fair price. It's dry and balanced and tannic, with rich, deep flavors of wild black and blue berries, currants, cola, coffee, leather, spices and sweet oak.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Easton 2008 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2008-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Easton 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry and earthy, with tobacco, herb and blackberry flavors. Could be richer, but the structure is impeccable, and the wine is elegant. Ready now.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Raymond Burr 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-burr-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Raymond Burr 12.5,Red,US,"A good choice for fans of older wines, the Raphael 2002 Merlot shows mature forest floor and earth scents but is still hanging on to some raspberry and blackberry fruit. The crisp palate has a mouthwatering character and a touch of singed plum flavor. Woody tannins chime in on the medium finish. Drink before 2011.",Estate Bottled,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2002 Estate Bottled Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2002-estate-bottled-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Raphael 14.5,Red,US,"A nice, full-bodied Cabernet with some fancy features. It's a bit tight and tannic now, with the ripe blackberry fruit unintegrated with the 40% new oak, but a few hours of decanting should help. Contains all five Bordeaux varieties, which adds complexity.",Limited Release,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2005 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2005-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Conn Creek ,Red,Chile,"Dark, smoky and loaded with olive, berry, earth and leather notes. The palate is dense and packs punch, with spiky tannins supporting boysenberry and spice flavors. A little oaky and minty now, with distinct tannic tightness. Should be softer in a year to 18 months.",Marques de Casa Concha,21,87,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Marques de Casa Concha Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-marques-casa-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2007,Concha y Toro ,White,US,"Ste. Michelle's Dry Riesling carries a special, gold-colored label, and the word ‘dry' is prominently displayed. Dry it is, tart and bracing, but not so sour as to demand only oysters as an accompaniment. This is an all-purpose Riesling, great with spicy noodle dishes and other palate-burners.",Dry,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and tight on the nose, with notes of wintergreen and fresh herbs. The palate is lean and drawing, while the flavors revolve around sweet berry fruit, earth and oak. Dry, peppery and a little bitter on the finish, but spicy and real. Nice and varietally correct for Argentinean Pinot.",Reserva,18,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2007 Reserva Pinot Noir (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2007-reserva-pinot-noir-tupungato/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Jean Bousquet 14.6,Red,US,"Dense and rather heavy in youth, with elaborate, jammy berry and cherry flavors, made even richer by the addition of chocolate and caramel. Very strong and impressive. Should develop in the bottle for many years without necessarily gaining in complexity.",Red Cedar Vineyard Show Pony,40,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2007 Red Cedar Vineyard Show Pony Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2007-red-cedar-vineyard-show-pony-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Clayhouse 13.4,White,US,"Feels like a crisp, silky Sauvignon Blanc, with citrus, lemongrass and mineral flavors and brisk acidity, but much richer due to the addition of tangerines and butter-creamy peaches. A nice appetizer wine for things like mushroom-filled pastries, goat cheese and salumi plates.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2007 Pinot Gris (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2007-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast/,Pinot Gris,2007,Claiborne & Churchill 13.8,White,US,"A lively and distinctive Gewürztraminer that shows the variety's spicy edge with cool-climate balance. With crisp acidity for backbone, this dry wine has rich flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, wildflowers, peaches and those telltale dusty Asian spices.",Dry,18,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2007 Dry Gewürztraminer (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2007-dry-gewurztraminer-central-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Claiborne & Churchill ,Red,US,"This is a robust wine. It has big, thick tannins, and the dryness accentuates a slightly rustic character. The flavors are well developed and complex, with blackberries veering into currants and a touch of raisin.",Estate,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tres Sabores 2007 Estate Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2007-estate-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Tres Sabores 13.8,Red,US,"Kind of clunky now. Bigtime tannins make it astringent, and the fruit flavors, of blackberries and sour cherry candy coated with oak, feel ripely heavy on the palate. Yet it's a clean wine, and could surprise down the road. Try after 2012.",Perspective,80,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Tres Sabores 2006 Perspective Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2006-perspective-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tres Sabores 15.1,Red,US,"Give this young, fruity wine a few years in the cellar. The flavors are all primary blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam. The tannins and a touch of espresso bitterness might easily help this Zin develop through 2012.",Rocky Top,17,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2007 Rocky Top Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2007-rocky-top-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Sobon Estate 14.8,Red,US,"With ripe blackberry and cherry flavors, the fruit of this dry wine stands out, making it enjoyable despite very tough tannins that currently make it astringently sandpapery. A good effort, although the challenge for Unti is to tame those fierce tannins.",,26,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Unti 2006 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unti-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Unti 12.9,Red,US,"Plum and cherry notes struggle to show themselves under a heavy layer of coconut and sawdust from new American oak. This wine is tightly wound and dense in the mouth, with refreshing acidity and a medium-to-long finish. A year or two in the cellar will allow for better integration.",Optiumus,23,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Swedish Hill 2007 Optiumus Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swedish-hill-2007-optiumus-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2007,Swedish Hill 15.8,Red,US,"This is a robust, ripe and fruity Zinfandel that impresses for the sheer exuberance of its flavors. They range from black cherries and red currants to cola, chocolate, black pepper and the sweet, glyceriney taste of high alcohol.",,39,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stephen & Walker 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Stephen & Walker 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A little rough and scoury, but fine and crisp and clean, with a slight sweetness from the dosage enriching the citrus, apple, yeast and vanilla flavors. Fancy and elegant.",Brut Rosé,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-vineyards-winery-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-russian-river-valley-111158/,Sparkling Blend,,J Vineyards & Winery 15.5,Red,US,"A bit overripe and hot in alcohol. That's the price of getting such rich fruit flavors. Dark chocolate, blackberry preserves, red currants, black raspberries and spicy satsuma flood the mouth, leading to a super-spicy finish.",Grandmère Old Vine,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Kirkland Signature 2007 Grandmère Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2007-grandmere-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Kirkland Signature 14,Red,Argentina,"Starts with a nice mix of peppery, live-fruit aromatics along with earth. Has good weight and balance, while the flavors of plum, raspberry and black cherry are mellow and touched up by hints of spice, vanilla and herbs. Shows good character and composition.",Altas Cumbres,10,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Lagarde 2008 Altas Cumbres Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2008-altas-cumbres-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lagarde 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a highly recommendable Pinot Grigio for those looking for a fun and personable companion to seafood and light vegetable dishes. Aromas here include citrus, pear and aromatic green apple. The wine is clean, crisp and zippy on the close.",,12,87,,Delle Venezie,,Kris 2008 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kris-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Kris 12,Red,US,The Lucas 2007 Limited Reserve Syrah shows the potential the Syrah grape has in upstate New York. Dense raspberry and strawberry fruit vie with aromas of barbecued meat on the nose while a thick layer of vanilla cushions the fine tannins and smokey notes in the mouth. The juicy finish throws up an enticing licorice note. Nicely done. Drink now to 2011.,Limited Reserve,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2007 Limited Reserve Syrah (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2007-limited-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-finger-lakes/,Syrah,2007,Lucas Vineyards 14.1,White,US,"With no oak but aged in stainless steel on the lees, this 100% Sauvignon Blanc is bone dry and crisp in acidity. It offers vibrant flavors of lemons, grapefruits and limes, with a touch of sweet honey on the finish.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Titus 14.4,Red,US,"Vigorous and tannic, this young Pinot is hard right now. It also seems a little unbalanced, with some raisins and mint bracketing the cherries. Could just be going through an awkward youth. Try in 2011.",Graham Family Vineyard,54,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Testarossa 2008 Graham Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-graham-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"Sweetly ripe, this Syrah offers attractive flavors of blackberry and cherry preserves, mocha, anise, pepper and sweet vanilla and caramel, wrapped into rich, fine tannins. It's a lovely Syrah to drink now.",Cotes de l'Ouest,18,87,California,California Other,California,Terre Rouge 2007 Cotes de l'Ouest Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-cotes-de-louest-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Terre Rouge 13.5,White,Italy,"This creamy Pinot Grigio from Northeast Italy delivers thick aromas of mature melon, peach and honeysuckle. The wine offers breadth and width in the mouth thanks to its naturally rich consistency.",,17,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Teresa Raiz 2008 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Teresa Raiz 13,Red,France,"A lovely blend from the Languedoc comprised of 60% Cabernet Franc, 30% Syrah and 10% Merlot. The nose and mouth offers loads of menthol and garrigue herbs (especially lavender) along side bright small red berries and sweet green pepper. Medium weight and well structured with a lengthy finish.",,14,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Puydeval 2006 Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puydeval-2006-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,2006,Puydeval 14.9,Red,US,"Very dense and layered in grilled cherry, raspberry, cocoa, spice and cola flavors, this full-bodied wine needs rich barbecues and stews to tame its bigtime tannins. The fruit is so ripe, it tastes sweet, but this Zin is actually very dry.",Old Vines,14,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2008 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-old-vines-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Sobon Estate 14,Red,Argentina,"Sweet blackberry and black cherry aromas are accented by mint leaf and woodspice, while the palate is slightly more narrow and snappy than you might expect, with cherry, raspberry and cough drop flavors. A little high in acidity and snap, with medicinal cherry on the finish.",Barrancas Vineyards Reserve,24,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2008 Barrancas Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2008-barrancas-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pascual Toso 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a terrific wine with an attractively low price. Aromas include vibrant red fruit, forest berry and light shadings of Christmas spice. It's an easy wine, but it's also fresh with bright color, crispness and a streamlined impression on the palate.",Intaglio,13,87,,Trentino,,La Vis 2008 Intaglio Red (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2008-intaglio-red-trentino/,Red Blend,2008,La Vis 13.5,Red,US,"A fine everyday Pinot Noir with some extra features that boost the score. With hints of mint, white pepper and chamomile tea, the wine shows racy flavors of cherries, cola, raspberries and sandalwood. Made mainly with Monterey and Santa Barbara fruit.",Vintner's Reserve,18,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kendall-Jackson 14.8,Red,US,"This is a very dry, tannic wine whose mouthfeel is too tough and astringent to enjoy now. It has lovely flavors of blueberries, blackberries, sweetly old leather, cola and peppery spices. Feels like there's enough depth to last for 4–5 years and let the wine soften.",Paolo's Vineyard Estate Grown,35,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Montemaggiore 2007 Paolo's Vineyard Estate Grown Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemaggiore-2007-paolos-vineyard-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Montemaggiore 12.5,White,Spain,"Grapefruit, melon, lime and match stick aromas give this Rueda a solid opening. The palate is fruity and a bit green and phenolic, with flavors of green melon, grass, cucumber and tangerine pith. Simple and clean on the finish.",Hermanos Lurton,15,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,J. & F. Lurton 2008 Hermanos Lurton Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2008-hermanos-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,J. & F. Lurton 12.5,White,France,"A soft wine, holding its freshest fruit back. At this stage, it is creamy and rich, hinting at yellow fruits, but still very reticent. Some sulphur remains on the palate but should blow away in the next few months.",,18,87,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Gilles Blanchet 2008 Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-blanchet-2008-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Gilles Blanchet 12,Red,France,"Very perfumed wine, just on the right side of green. The tobacco and dried fruit flavors cut through with intense acidity, breaking out of the dry tannic core.",,15,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau 2008 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-bouqueteau-2008-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau ,White,US,"This series of wines, under the Badger Mountain label of Powers winery, uses grapes that are organically grown. Minimal sulfites are added. This a fresh, forward, deliciously fruity Chardonnay, loaded with a classy mix of apple, pear and peach fruit. A great springtime sipper.",Vintners Estate Series,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 2008 Vintners Estate Series Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-2008-vintners-estate-series-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Badger Mountain ,Red,US,"All five Bordeaux grapes go into this light, fruity blend. It has the color and mouthfeel of Grenache—light and open, with pretty red fruits. The only distraction is a chalkiness around the acids.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 Claret (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Claret,2007,Basel Cellars 13.5,White,US,"This oaky, ripe, fruit-forward Chardonnay will appeal to fans of the California style. It's massive in pineapple jam, lemondrop candy and vanilla crème brûlée flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. A little obvious, but delicious.",Alder Springs Vineyard,38,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2008 Alder Springs Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2008-alder-springs-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2008,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 14.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah from Sicily offers succulent ripeness and full aromas of blackberry, cherry and spice. The wine tastes plump and rich and ends with layers of tobacco and leather.",Scialo,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2006 Scialo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2006-scialo-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2006,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14.1,Red,Chile,"Spiced gumdrop and rooty sweetness carry the massive nose to a big but balky palate of baked, roasted black fruits, cassis and tire rubber. There's sweetness, beef, marshmallow and burn along with tannic weight and grab. A lot of power; needs more touch. Believe it or not, Medalla Real Cabernet is now a 73,000-case product.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2007 Medalla Real Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2007-medalla-real-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Santa Rita 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of sweet berry fruit and cherry lean toward medicinal. The palate is juicy due to bold acidity, and the flavors settle on main street cherry. There's a buttery oak note on the finish, but overall it's more basic and fruity than supple and complex.",Reserva Privada Cordillera Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Viognier,23,88,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2007 Reserva Privada Cordillera Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Viognier Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2007-reserva-privada-cordillera-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-viognier-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Miguel Torres ,Red,US,"This is a 50-50 blend of estate-grown Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in neutral oak. Dark, plush, well-ripened fruit is the focus of a wine still a bit stiff and steely. It's classic in the way a Bordeaux is classic, firm and confidently blended.",Stateline Red,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2007 Stateline Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2007-stateline-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Gifford Hirlinger 14,Red,France,"There's no shortage of spice in this value Minervois, with strong notes of pepper and garrigue herbs backed by notes of orange rind, red cherry and young raspberry. Medium-light in the mouth with moderate acidity and soft tannins; drink up now.",Le Petit Arthur,10,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2004 Le Petit Arthur Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2004-le-petit-arthur-red-minervois/,Red Blend,2004,Château Cabezac 14.7,Red,US,"Very ripe and fruity in the modern style, almost too strong in blackberry jam, black currant and oak flavors that are not particularly subtle or delicate, although the wine is thoroughly dry. The tannins are significant, but negotiable. The suggestion is ageability. Give it 2–4 years and try again.",,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ahnfeldt 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahnfeldt-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Ahnfeldt ,Red,US,"Blueberry and red currant fruit flavors, augmented with streaks of gravel and pencil lead, give this Malbec a firm spine. The tannins are hard and firm, suggesting that more bottle age (or generous decanting) will open it up further.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Camaraderie 2007 Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2007,Camaraderie 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's an oak-aged Pinot Grigio with thick layers of toasted almond, vanilla cream and apricot. The wine is extra dense and rich in the mouth and would work well with pork or roasted chicken.",Maso delle Rose,27,88,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2005 Maso delle Rose Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2005-maso-delle-rose-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Josef Weger 15.5,Red,US,"Thick, soft and heavy, this Petite Sirah feels one-dimensional, although it's dry and very fruity. Offers ripe flavors of blackberry jam, cherry pie, bacon and pepper, with vibrant tannins. Probably at its best now and through 2012.",Thompson Vineyard,34,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Thompson Vineyard Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-thompson-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Jaffurs 13.9,Red,US,"Shows typical Eaglepoint red wine size and volume. It's very tannic and completely dry, striking the mouth with force, offering strong flavors of blackberries, currants, cola, leather and peppery spices. Not particularly subtle now, but these tight young Petite Sirahs last forever, gradually mellowing.",The Muse Eaglepoint Ranch,59,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Sunbox Eleven 2007 The Muse Eaglepoint Ranch Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunbox-eleven-2007-muse-eaglepoint-ranch-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2007,Sunbox Eleven 13.5,Red,France,"Close to Sancerre, Menetou-Salon produces a soft style of Pinot Noir, the acidity tamed by fresh tannins and loganberry fruits. A hint of wood gives extra weight.",Domaine de Châtenoy Rouge Noir,24,88,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Xavier Flouret 2006 Domaine de Châtenoy Rouge Noir (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2006-domaine-chatenoy-rouge-noir-pinot-noir-menetou-salon/,Pinot Noir,2006,Xavier Flouret 13,White,Italy,"Here is a luscious and generous white wine from northeast Italy with a slightly more saturated color and golden highlights. The nose boasts aromas of white mineral, stone fruit, mature melon and yellow rose and the mouthfeel is thicker, creamier and more sophisticated than most Pinot Grigios.",Zuc di Volpe,35,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2008 Zuc di Volpe Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2008-zuc-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Volpe Pasini 12,White,France,"A wine that combines a light, off-dry character with crisp Chenin acids, very fresh and bright. Flavors include fine nuts, spice and sweet apples. Screwcap.",Demi-Sec,16,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2008 Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2008-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Château Moncontour 12,White,France,"As happens with Chenin wines, this has closed up, showing only marzipan flavors without the fruit. It's a stage, and the wine needs another 2–3 years before realizing its mature potential. Screwcap.",Demi-Sec,16,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2007 Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2007-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Château Moncontour 14.5,Red,US,"A nice Zinfandel that's dry and fruity, with briary, brambly blackberry, tobacco and spice flavors. It's a clean, vibrant Zin, but a very tough, tannic one. Needs ultrarich fare to crack through the astringency.",Two Patch,38,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Bella 2007 Two Patch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2007-two-patch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a beautifully aromatic Pinot Grigio from Alto Adige with delicate notes of white spring flowers, citrus and crushed stone. The wine is firm and creamy in the mouth with a pretty vein of minerality and acidity on the close.",,24,88,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2008 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Abbazia di Novacella 15,Red,France,"Notes of olive and bay leaves add some interesting complexity to the nose of this blend, otherwise dominated by typical red berry flavors. Ripe and rich on the palate with medium acidity and lighter tannins. The finish, dominated by beautiful notes of wild strawberries, is long and satisfying.",,45,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Agly Brothers 2005 Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agly-brothers-2005-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Agly Brothers 13.8,Red,US,"Riverbend vineyard—the estate vineyard for Fielding Hills—is the fruit source. Also in the blend are Cabernet Sauvignon (12%) and Cabernet Franc (10%). Berries, cassis, coffee liqueur, vanilla and coconut flavors combine in a tasty and substantial take on Merlot. This is especially rich in barrel flavors for this price.",Shameless Hussy,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hard Row To Hoe 2007 Shameless Hussy Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2007-shameless-hussy-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2007,Hard Row To Hoe 13.8,Red,US,"This is a smooth, easy-drinking, chocolaty Cabernet. The ripe red fruit is laced with streaks of black olive, mushroom and loam. Barrel aging in both American and French oak (half new) brings in coffee and chocolate.",Laid Back Cab,29,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hard Row To Hoe 2007 Laid Back Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2007-laid-back-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hard Row To Hoe ,White,US,"This is an off-dry, fruity style, bringing luscious pear, orange, golden apple and citrus flavors to the front. There's a hint of orange marmalade, and it has good weight and concentration, along with lovely purity of flavor, right through the finish. You'll be reaching for that next glass before you know it.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Hogue ,White,France,"A warm, earthy, rustic style, richly fruity with peaches and sweet juiced fruits. There is good balance of wood, toast, nutmeg and sweet spice. The finale draws a fine line in elegance.",,32,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-chardonnay-savigny-beaune/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 13.7,Red,US,"A great value in a Cabernet Sauvignon with real varietal character and complexity. Dry and tannic, it's rich in classic blackberry, black cherry and oak flavors that finish long and spicy. Made primarily from Red Hills Lake County fruit, with contributions from Paso Robles and Napa Valley.",,13,88,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hawk Crest 13.5,Red,Italy,"Il Moro is a pure expression of Nero d'Avola (no wood is used here) with a satisfying emphasis on fresh berry tones, natural spice and soft tannins. The wine is smooth and soft in the mouth and offers a blast of fresh forest berry on the close.",Il Moro,27,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2007 Il Moro Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2007-il-moro-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Valle dell'Acate ,Red,Chile,"A full, warm, big-fruited Cab with savory, meaty, oaky overtones to go with solid, acid-rich berry fruit and vanilla flavors. Definitely oaky, but not roasted like many Terranoble wines. Shows slight heat and rubbery qualities, but overall it's a good, hardy Cabernet with serious fruit and structure.",Gran Reserva,13,88,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2007 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2007-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,TerraNoble 13.5,White,US,"With very slight oak, but aged on the lees, this Sauvignon Blanc has richness that outshines the underlying fruit, which suggests lemons and limes. The wine was not put through the malolactic fermentation, so acidity is brisk. Good job for a fancy wine at a decent price.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2008 Monarch Mine Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2008-monarch-mine-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Easton 13.5,White,US,"A lovely, rich Sauvignon Blanc that benefits from full ripeness. No trace of green in the Meyer lemon, lime, vanilla and spice flavors that finish so clean and vibrant.",Estate Grown,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2008 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2008-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fritz 13.5,Red,US,"Re-released just now, the wine is already mature, its fruit fading, leaving notes of dried leaves, pipe tobacco and coffee grounds.",Willard Family Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Caterina 2001 Willard Family Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2001-willard-family-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2001,Caterina ,Red,US,"Solid and varietal, this puts the fruit up front, a substantial, mouthfilling plum and black cherry combo. Streaks of licorice, coffee, chocolate and smoke can be found, though exposure was minimal and the barrels were used. Well done, quite clean and a fine value.",,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Powers 14.9,Red,US,"A good, rich, spicy Zin that shows loads of character at a great price. Full-bodied and bone dry, it bursts with blackberry, tobacco, dark chocolate and pepper flavors.",Special Reserve,11,88,California,California Other,California,Shenandoah 2008 Special Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2008-special-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Shenandoah ,Red,US,"Bright and sweetly fruity, with blackberry and black cherry fruit matched to vanilla-flavored oak. A bit high-toned, soft and fresh, with lots of immediate drinking appeal.",Lawrence Vineyards,29,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gård 2007 Lawrence Vineyards Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gard-2007-lawrence-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Gård 14.4,Red,US,"The most accessible of Testarossa's 2008 Pinot Noirs, this blend is dry and silky and fruity. Rewards for its plethora of cherry, raspberry, cola, cinnamon, white pepper and sandalwood flavors. Drink now–2011.",Palazzio,37,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Testarossa 2008 Palazzio Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-palazzio-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa ,Red,US,"Hogue also makes a Cabernet-Merlot, but this wine includes both those grapes, 20% Syrah, and a pinch of Malbec. It's firm, tart and supple, with iron filings and black olive, black cherry and moist earth. You don't often find this much muscle and grip in a $10 wine.",Red Table Wine,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2007 Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2007-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Hogue 12.7,Red,US,"True to the ambitious Damiani style, this wine has tightly packed fruit tones with a generous overlay of vanilla and mocha from toasty new oak. Intoxicating flavors of caramelized pineapple and boysenberry frame the dense palate while refined tannins provide a counterbalance to the dense fruit. The finish is moderately long and slightly drying, winding up with a chocolate note. Best 2011–2013.",,27,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2007 Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2007,Damiani 14,Red,Argentina,"A pure, sweet, easygoing, full-bodied red wine with tons of boysenberry, currant and chocolaty aromas and flavors. Dark and saturated in the mouth, with a bouncy palate, youthful but tolerable tannins, and a fudge-infused finish. Shines a positive light on varietal Bonarda.",,11,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2008 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2008-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,1492,Cristobal 1492 13.5,Red,US,"A really strong showing by Vivác, this New Mexican Syrah offers appealing blackberry fruit and wood smoke aromas alongside a crisp palate infused with cassis notes. The medium finish shows some nice bramble character. Try with roasted game. Drink now or hold a year or two for more complexity.",V Single Vineyard,23,88,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2007 V Single Vineyard Syrah (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2007-v-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-new-mexico/,Syrah,2007,Vivác Winery 13.5,White,Chile,"Shows serious chops via crisp, pungent aromas of citrus and nettles. The palate is fresh, clean and citric, with flavors of passionfruit, lemon, white grapefruit and minerality. Keeps its form from start to finish. A true Casablanca SB for a good price; drink this spring and summer.",Nimbus Estate Single Vineyard,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2009 Nimbus Estate Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2009-nimbus-estate-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña Casablanca 12,White,US,"This semi-dry Riesling is a classic, with a gorgeous lime cordial and petroleum nose topped off by delicate notes of white flowers. It's light-bodied and crisp, with good purity of fruit and a medium finish of minerals, fresia and white cherries. Try with cod in a Japanese preparation. Drink now to 2011.",,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2008 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2008-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Fox Run 14,Red,Argentina,"Nice black cherry, cassis and earthy rubber aromas form a familiar, friendly type of Malbec nose, while the palate is juicy and lifted by acidity. Flavors of blackberry and chocolate are solid and under control, and the finish is mildly peppered and consistent with what comes before it. Drink now through 2011.",Llama Old Vine,15,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Belasco de Baquedano 2006 Llama Old Vine Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2006-llama-old-vine-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2006,Belasco de Baquedano 13,White,France,"Initially soft, with almond cream texture, this wine then comes in with some steely acidity, a tight texture, stony almost. The fruit is green apple and lychee, crisp but with some weight behind it.",,10,88,Loire Valley,Cheverny,,Domaine le Portail 2008 Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay (Cheverny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-portail-2008-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-chardonnay-cheverny/,Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay,2008,Domaine le Portail ,Red,US,"Sourced from a mix of vineyards in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA, this dark, tannic, earthy wine has a dry, astringent mouthfeel. Cassis and black fruits are matched by a strong herbal element, and the quick finish suggests young vines.",Horse Heaven Hills,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Bunnell 2007 Horse Heaven Hills Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-horse-heaven-hills-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2007,Bunnell 14.9,Red,US,"A very tasty and tasteful Zinfandel, dry and balanced, that offers plenty of classic Dry Creek personality. With briary, wild berry, currant and pepper flavors, its tannins are rich and complicated. A lovely wine to drink with roasts and stews.",Estate,25,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2007 Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2007-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Alderbrook 13,Red,Italy,"Milk chocolate and spice come at the heels of cherry, blackberry and wild berries. The wine is sharp and a bit edgy in the mouth, where its clean acidity and refreshing zest really stand out. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbech make up this interesting blend.",360 Ruber Capite,,88,,Delle Venezie,,Bosco del Merlo 2005 360 Ruber Capite Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-merlo-2005-360-ruber-capite-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2005,Bosco del Merlo 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense and warm, with an aroma package of raisin and roasted black fruits. The wine smacks your cheeks with ripe tannins and full fruit, and the flavors of roasted berries carry some bitterness on the back end. Chewy, rich and good, with an elevated character.",3 Cepas,16,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alberto Furque 2007 3 Cepas Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberto-furque-2007-3-cepas-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Alberto Furque 14,Red,Chile,"A big, smoky mass of a wine with hickory aromas, medicinal notes and berry fruit in spades. Feels a little clampy, tannic and hard, but there's no arguing with the ripe cassis, berry and mocha flavors. Vanilla and coconut on the finish close the show. Tight and solid overall.",La Porfia Reserve,20,88,Maule Valley,,,Botalcura 2007 La Porfia Reserve Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2007-porfia-reserve-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2007,Botalcura ,Red,US,"Ripe and tangy red berries conjure up an inviting nose, and carry into the mouth with fresh, sappy flavors. A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot and 4% Malbec, this turns a bit short and chalky in the finish.",Grâce Red,38,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie 2007 Grâce Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-grace-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Camaraderie ,Red,US,"A mélange of sweet and spicy berries—like delicious pastry—is front and center here. This pure varietal, single vineyard Syrah was fermented in large, neutral barrels, pushing the fruit forward. Hints of loam and white pepper add interest, though the wine flattens out a bit in the finish.",Clifton Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Camaraderie 2007 Clifton Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-clifton-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Camaraderie 12.5,Red,France,"This is from the best Pinot Noir vintage in Sancerre for several years. It has ripe flavors, smoky, with red cherry and strawberry fruits and a texture of wood, tannins and an edge of leather. It is dry, but always fruity.",Les Belles Vignes,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2005 Les Belles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2005-belles-vignes-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2005,Fournier Père et Fils 13.7,Red,US,"Aromatically subtle but flavorful, the dominant notes on this Cab Franc are tobacco, tomato skin and humus. The palate is juicy and spicy with a medium finish redolent of crushed green leaves. Drink up.",,22,88,New York,New York Other,New York,Freedom Run 2006 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freedom-run-2006-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Freedom Run 14,Red,Chile,"Saucy olive, spice and herbal aromas are attractive, and the palate is both chunky and full but also fiercely acidic, which yields scour and power to generic berry fruit flavors. A lot of fruit and acidity here, so it's snappy and edgy from front to back.",Edición Limitada,22,88,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2007 Edición Limitada Syrah-Cabernet (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2007-edicion-limitada-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-maipo-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2007,Morandé 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very successful expression of Nero d'Avola with smoky tones of mesquite wood, jerky, honey-roasted ham and exotic spice. There's a broad base of mature fruit at the back—especially black cherry and prune—that adds to the wine's plush, succulent mouthfeel.",,13,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Mirabile 2006 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabile-2006-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Mirabile 13.5,White,US,"H3 is Columbia Crest's line of wines from the Horse Heaven Hills AVA—the winery's home turf—and the wines seem to have a bit more cut and flair than the slightly less expensive Columbia Valley bottlings. Here you will find a more complex blend of fruits—starfruit, apple, melon and a hint of banana—and less focus on butter and toast. In other words, more of a food and sipping wine.",H3,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2008 H3 Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-h3-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Columbia Crest 14.5,Red,Chile,"Nicely composed and solid, with cherry, raspberry, smoke and citrus peel on the nose. Fresh, tight and solid in the mouth, with cola, black pepper and chewy cassis and blackberry flavors. Alive and tasty; simple but done well.",Reserva,13,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Chilcas 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chilcas ,Red,US,"This is pure Syrah, from the estate vineyard, a relatively cool site. It shows some complexity, a mix of purple fruits, and finishing notes of baking spices and coffee grounds. The acids seem a bit clumsy and chalky, else it would warrant a higher score.",Pheasant Run,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2006 Pheasant Run Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2006-pheasant-run-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2006,Basel Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"A harmonious wine, with nuances of black currants, crushed blackberries and red raspberries backed up by gripping tannins and fresh acidity. Medium, plum-flavored finish. Try with game. Best now to 2011.",,50,88,New York,Long Island,Long Island,The Grapes of Roth 2003 Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapes-roth-2003-merlot-long-island/,Merlot,2003,The Grapes of Roth 14.5,Red,US,"The pedigree of this 100% Cabernet shows in the finely crafted tannins that are rich and voluptuous, and in the ripe blackberry and cherry fruit, which marries so well with sweetly caramelized oak. Satisfies now for sheer opulence. Extended aging may not be warranted, due to some inherent imbalance, including a sweaty, funky note.",Fay,95,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2006 Fay Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2006-fay-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 15.5,Red,US,"Spring Valley Vineyard, now being dramatically expanded by new owners Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, sits in a unique spot in the Walla Walla appellation. Now, if only the powers-that-be could make these wines at moderate levels of alcohol. Yes, this is delicious. Loaded with raspberry jam, peppery spice, hints of caramel. But the alcohol blows out the detail. Please—pull it back.",Nina Lee,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2007 Nina Lee Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2007-nina-lee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"Lush in cherry, cola, red currant, red licorice and sweet, smoky oak flavors, this polished Merlot is ready to drink now with a nice grilled steak. It has finely-ground tannins that give it a rich, sophisticated mouthfeel.",,48,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Shafer ,White,US,"A new varietal for Lone Canary, this is exceptionally ripe and full-bodied. Sweet grain, lemon oil, pineapple and a whiff of petrol mark a rich wine with fine acidity. The skin flavors put a little bite into the finish.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lone Canary 2008 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lone-canary-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Lone Canary 13.5,Red,US,"A sound, clean, dry Merlot from various parts of Sonoma County. Elegant and classy, with firm tannins framing rich flavors of red and black cherries, red currants, tobacco, cola and sweet, smoky sandalwood. Quite impressive at this price.",Vintner's Reserve,19,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Vintner's Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-vintners-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Kendall-Jackson 13.9,White,US,"Tight, dry and acidic, this Chard is marked by herb and mineral flavors. It is not one of those big, fat, gooey Chards, although it does show elegantly ripe Meyer lemons, buttered toast and spices. Could age for up to five years.",,29,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2008 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2008-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2008,Keenan 14.4,Red,US,"Very dry, full-bodied and tannic. Shows blackberry, black currant, teriaki beef or bacon and dark chocolate flavors, sprinkled with black pepper. Drink this robust, gutsy wine with barbecue.",,42,88,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Keating 2007 Malbec (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2007-malbec-sonoma-rockpile/,Malbec,2007,Keating 14.5,White,US,"This blend of Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier is rich and honeyed, with Meyer lemon chiffon pie and peach flavors that have a pleasant scour of acidity. It's a juicy, creamy and versatile wine at the table. Try as an offbeat alternative to Chardonnay.",Enigma,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2008 Enigma White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2008-enigma-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Terre Rouge 13.5,White,Argentina,"Clean, light, tropical aromas draw you in, and there's also some tangerine and melon on the nose. The palate is fresh and pure, with honeydew, kiwi and lychee flavors. There's no excess here, and thus the dry, melony finish is just right. A correct and appealing Torrontés.",Reserve,15,88,Other,La Rioja,,Tamarí 2009 Reserve Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2009-reserve-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2009,Tamarí 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and deep, with hickory and concentrated black fruit on the nose. The palate packs punch, and the flavors of blackberry, black cherry and chocolate are friendly, meaty and dark. Fairly tannic and big for a Mendoza Syrah. Not complex but seriously dark and full.",,16,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2006 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2006,Tapiz 15.3,Red,US,"This is a rich, sweetly decadent Barbera that offers a richness seldom seen in the variety, although the tannins are thick and classic. With blackberry, leather, teriaki beef and spice flavors, it will be a good companion for smoky ribs.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2007 Barbera (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2007-barbera-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Barbera,2007,Seghesio 12.5,White,France,"Fèvre's domaine Chablis is a classic of its kind—fresh, steely, with a strong mineral content to go with the bright green apple flavors. Think simply cooked fish and you'd be just right.",,13,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2007 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2007-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,William Fèvre 12.5,White,France,"Pure apple and cream aromas, spiked with pear skin spice. As the palate opens out, it reveals tight fruit skin tannins, green plums and Granny Smith apples, finishing creamy but very fresh.",Vieilles Vignes Old Vines Chardonnay,14,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Mommessin 2007 Vieilles Vignes Old Vines Chardonnay (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2007-vieilles-vignes-old-vines-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2007,Mommessin 13.5,White,France,"Nutty, toasty aromas open a wine that has yellow fruits, strong ripe peach flavors, some green plum acidity. The texture brings out the toast, flavored with toffee, the aftertaste full of creamy acidity.",Les Champs Ronds Grand Exception,19,88,Burgundy,St.-Véran,,Mommessin 2006 Les Champs Ronds Grand Exception (St.-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2006-champs-ronds-grand-exception-chardonnay-st-veran/,Chardonnay,2006,Mommessin ,White,Italy,"Here's a gorgeous expression of Pinot Grigio from Alto Adige with crisp aromas of stone fruit and wild flowers backed by a brilliant, luminous appearance and a richly creamy mouthfeel. This shows the best of what this popular white variety can do.",Benefizium Porer,21,88,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2008 Benefizium Porer Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2008-benefizium-porer-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Alois Lageder ,White,US,"Round and easy-drinking, this pure varietal Riesling is centered on peach and apricot fruit flavors. It does not show a floral or mineral side, but does bring in some pleasing spice. It's very well balanced; classic Washington juice.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Hogue ,Red,US,"Some green tannins and stemmy scents can be found in the nose and tasted in the finish, but this has good concentration and stiff black fruits as well. Licorice and vanilla are woven into a wine that is still pulling itself together.",Reserve,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hogue 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hogue 14.5,White,US,"This unoaked wine depends entirely on its origins for richness and complexity, and succeeds. It's brilliantly dry and crisp, with rewarding Meyer lemon, kaffir lime and pineapple flavors that have a piquant touch of tart gooseberry. A beautiful and serious wine, among the best of its type.",,14,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Highway 12 ,White,France,"There is really ripe fruit here, a warm fruit salad and creamy series of flavors. Peaches and toast dominate, but freshened by apple. The acidity comes through but gently, leaving a sweet, soft aftertaste.",Les Champlots Premier Cru,38,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Champlots Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-champlots-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.5,Red,US,"A strongly flavored Cabernet, powerful in blackberry, currant and cedar flavors, that impresses for sheer volume, although it is drinkable now with a brief decant. It's a bit rude now, but could calm down and develop some bottle sophistication in a few years.",Block Collection Walking Tree,25,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2006 Block Collection Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2006-block-collection-walking-tree-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Geyser Peak 13,Red,France,"Pronounced garrigue notes dominate the nose here—rosemary, menthol and lavender—with soft notes of red fruit in the background. More cherry and raspberry show themselves in the mouth. Medium weight with a gripping structure and medium-length finish.",Réserve du Château,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château de Sérame 2006 Réserve du Château Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serame-2006-reserve-du-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Sérame ,Red,US,"This is the best Cab from Two Vines to date. It's got real concentration and fruit flavor, enhanced with the addition of 11% Cab Franc and 7% Syrah in the blend. Berries, cherries, cassis, plums, coffee and smoke filter through the palate, with just a little bite to the tannins. Very impressive.",Two Vines,8,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2007 Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-two-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Columbia Crest 12.5,White,Chile,"A nice wine with lean, agile citrus aromas that suggest grapefruit and passionfruit. The palate has some scour and bursting acidity, while flavors of grapefruit and other citrus fruits are crisp. Tangy on the finish. On the right path as far as Chilean SB goes.",Punto Final,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Bodega Renacer 2009 Punto Final Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2009-punto-final-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bodega Renacer 13,Red,Argentina,"Floral and fruity on the nose, with a strong bouquet of cassis, blackberry and ink. The palate has depth and power but also good feel, and the flavors of blackberry and dark plum are pure and accented by cocoa and cola. Toasty, dark and long on the finish.",Serie A,14,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2008 Serie A Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2008-serie-a-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Zuccardi 13.2,Red,Chile,"The name doesn't imply Chile, but the wine is quite good. The nose is pure, earthy and mellow, with olive and berry fruit in good proportion. Tight in the mouth, but not hard, with cassis, plum and cola flavors. Lightly oaked and vibrant. Classic Chilean Cabernet at a fair price.",The Sommelier's Selection,17,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña Machalí 2007 The Sommelier's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-machali-2007-sommeliers-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Viña Machalí 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with floral, cherry, cassis and coconut aromas, which are followed by snappy, acid-driven flavors of raspberry, wood spice and vanilla. A fresh, lively, healthy wine with a toasty/spicy finish and young, clamp-down tannins. Drink now through 2012.",Amplus,24,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2007 Amplus Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-amplus-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Santa Ema ,Red,US,"This excellent single-vineyard varietal Syrah is thick with blueberry/boysenberry fruit. A real crowd-pleaser, the aging for 22 months in half new French oak layers in smoke and coffee liqueur. Powers does a fine job of achieving ripeness and keeping alcohol levels in check.",Cougar Vineyard Reserve,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Powers 2006 Cougar Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2006-cougar-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2006,Powers 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Warm dark fruit aromas of blueberry are accented by rubber and earth. The palate is deep and racy, with no dead weight and good flavors of berry, cassis, spice and chocolate. Bright in feel, focused and just oaky and dry enough to not be jammy and soft. 35,000 cases made.",Reserve,20,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2007 Reserve Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2007-reserve-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2007,Salentein 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet aromas of black raisin and licorice are a good indicator of what's to come. This is one thick, jammy, softer-bodied wine that's ready to drink now. Flavors of saturated blackberry, mocha and black pepper are attractive, and the finish ends with molasses sweetness and espresso bitterness.",,80,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2004 Syrah (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-uco-valley/,Syrah,2004,O. Fournier 14.5,Red,France,"With 75% Syrah and 25% Grenache, here's a lush and decadent wine loaded with dark plum, black berry, pepper, licorice and smoky cedar notes. The finish is long and evolving, starting fruity and closing on a beautiful mocha note.",La Chandelière,21,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois La Liviniere,,Domaine Combe Blanche 2004 La Chandelière Red (Minervois La Liviniere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-combe-blanche-2004-chandeliere-red-minervois-liviniere/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Combe Blanche 12.5,White,France,"Pure grassy Sauvignon Blanc aromas are a good start to the crisp, fresh wine. It has all the right herbaceous and green fruit flavors, very fresh, structured with green plum skins. There is a delicious final acidity.",Les Belles Vignes,27,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2007 Les Belles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2007-belles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Fournier Père et Fils 14.7,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery raspberry and cassis aromas give it a red fruited nose, while the palate is driving, fresh and full of raspberry, plum and sweet spice. More snappy, edgy and fresh than heavy and rich, with crispness and commendable balance.",Gran Cosecha,30,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Anita 2007 Gran Cosecha Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-anita-2007-gran-cosecha-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Finca La Anita ,Red,US,"This is pure Merlot, well made, with classic balance and structure. It's not a flashy wine, but the undertones of dried leaf support and enhance the crisp currant, strawberry and cherry fruit.",Estate,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2006 Estate Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2006-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2006,Gifford Hirlinger 12.5,Red,US,"The inky purple color announces the very serious intention of this robust, fruit-focused Merlot. Liquor-like intensity and gripping tannins command your attention while mocha, vanilla, cassis and raspberry flavors keep your palate entertained. The plum-infused finish is long and flavorful. Better after 2010.",Barrel Select,35,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2007 Barrel Select Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2007-barrel-select-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2007,Damiani ,Red,US,"This is the winery's complement to the Grâce reserve, and the best of the new releases. Had I to choose, I'd give the nod to the Elégance. Pretty raspberry fruit is set against a strong streak of almond paste—marzipan. That almond pastry and sweet fruit carries cleanly into the finish.",Elégance Meek Family Vineyard Red,38,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Camaraderie 2007 Elégance Meek Family Vineyard Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-elegance-meek-family-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2007,Camaraderie ,Red,US,"Half Syrah, half a Merlot-Petite Sirah blend; this is an aromatic, high-acid red with firm tannins. The fruit leans to darker notes, with a finish of moderate depth and some heat.",vif Red Wine,33,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunnell 2007 vif Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-vif-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Bunnell ,Red,US,"A fine effort, without the heavy tannins of Californian Petit Sirah. Pretty purple fruits, soft and tart, with a strong scent and flavor of pickle barrel, dotted with black pepper.",Northridge Vineyard,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2007 Northridge Vineyard Petite Sirah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-northridge-vineyard-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Petite Sirah,2007,Bunnell 13.8,White,US,"What a nice wine for bistro-style drinking. Conjures up pairing with almost everything, from tempura to grilled chicken to pork enchiladas. Bone dry and crisp, it offers outstanding flavors of citrus fruits, petrol, wildflowers, grass, minerals, honey and spices. A blend of Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat Canelli and Chenin Blanc.",Swanky,10,89,California,California Other,California,Hey Mambo 2008 Swanky White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hey-mambo-2008-swanky-white-other/,White Blend,2008,Hey Mambo ,White,France,"A very steely of wine, crisp, with a tight, knife-edge structure that needs more time to round out. At the moment, fresh and crisp apples dominate, with flavors of green apple skins.",,34,89,Burgundy,Monthélie,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Monthélie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-chardonnay-monthelie/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.5,Red,Chile,"Syrah and Cabernet are at the heart of this blend, which is perfumed and bold, with olive, crushed earth and minerally aromas. Subtle on the palate, with dense but narrow plum and herb flavors. Finishes herbal, with good clarity, earth and character. Just shy of excellent.",Kuyen,30,89,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2007 Kuyen Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuyen-2007-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Antiyal 14,Red,Argentina,"Consistently a very good Cabernet, with big, broad roasted aromas backing solid black fruit. The palate is rich, rugged and powerful, with mildly baked plum and blackberry flavors. Oak and vanilla show up on the finish, which is round and the slightest bit herbal. Drink now through 2012.",,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,BenMarco 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benmarco-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,BenMarco 15.1,Red,US,"Made in a drier, leaner and earthier style, with herb and tobacco-infused blackberry, currant and cherry flavors. A touch of stylish oak adds a fine note. Not a blockbuster, but balanced and elegant. Drink now.",,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Barlow 13.5,Red,France,"Aromas of anise and black plum flesh along with hints of eucalyptus and leather abound on the nose, while flavors of fresh-picked black berries fill out the medium-weight mouth. Well balanced with a satiny texture, moderate tannins and a long, spicy finish.",Réserve du Château,18,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château de Sérame 2006 Réserve du Château Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serame-2006-reserve-du-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Sérame 14,Red,Argentina,"Another fine wine from this unheralded producer. Malbec, Cabernet and Merlot weave a nice picture based on sweet raisin, coconut and chocolate aromas. The palate is tannic but generous, with flavors of prune, blackberry, chocolate and tobacco. Chubby, rich and ripe, with intensity and darkness throughout.",Grand Reserve Trinità,25,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Piattelli 2007 Grand Reserve Trinità Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2007-grand-reserve-trinita-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Piattelli 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a brightly saturated Pinot Grigio with toasted notes of almond, freshly baked bread and creamy butter. You can taste the influence of oak here and the wine is rich in flavor and intensity. The mouthfeel is dense, creamy and long-lasting.",Maso delle Rose,27,89,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2006 Maso delle Rose Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2006-maso-delle-rose-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2006,Josef Weger ,White,US,"A lovely bottle, with rich aromas of lemon/lime and beeswax. Flavors combine ripe citrus, orange peel and English Breakfast tea. Balanced and full, with 12% Chardonnay fleshing out the midpalate.",Genesis,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Genesis Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-genesis-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Hogue ,White,France,"This is on the weighty side of Chablis, giving a wine that is more Burgundy proper in its richness. That said, there is a good citric element, but the ripeness is more important, underlined by toast.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,70,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Cygnus (a blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon from one of Sicily's most quality-minded producers) offers intense aromas of sage, bell pepper and blackberry. The mouthfeel is dense and dark and the wine ends with a final blast of curry and earth.",Cygnus,30,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2006 Cygnus Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2006-cygnus-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2006,Tasca d'Almerita 14.5,Red,Italy,"Vintner Roberto Cipresso presents a dense and rich blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot from Sicily with ripe aromas of prune, blackberry and black pepper. The wine is dark and thick in the mouth and would pair with grilled steak.",Pigreco,25,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Roberto Cipresso 2006 Pigreco Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberto-cipresso-2006-pigreco-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2006,Roberto Cipresso 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Chunky, ripe and fruity, with bacon and roasted berry aromas. The palate has a good feel and tannins that melt away, while the flavors of black cherry and cassis lean toward medicinal but don't fully go there. Bold like Malbec should be, with hints of rubber and latex on the finish.",Paso de Piedra,19,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 Paso de Piedra Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-paso-piedra-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Viña Alicia 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes more like a Zinfandel than a Cabernet, with a briary mouthfeel and flavors of black pepper and weedy green nettles. But there's lots of blackberry and black currant richness, and the wine is totally dry, with full-bodied, thick tannins. Unusual for a Cabernet, but a nice, complicated red wine for drinking with grilled meats.",Preston Vineyard,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2006 Preston Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2006-preston-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,V. Sattui ,Red,US,"Grenache is not an easy grape to ripen in Washington, but this is just about perfect—juicy with fresh berry and rhubarb fruit, and added notes of marjoram, rosemary and cracked pepper. Full-bodied and pushing close to 15% alcohol, this is fine pizza wine.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2007 Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2007-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2007,Dusted Valley ,Red,US,"All estate-grown fruit, blended with 11% Merlot, which seems to soften up the tannins a bit. This is aromatic and complex, weaving together scents of cassis, licorice, tobacco and smoke. Flavors follow, with plenty of black cherry fruit in the concentrated core.",Estate,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2007 Estate Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2007-estate-petit-verdot-petite-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2007,Gifford Hirlinger ,White,France,"This is a ripe wine, structured with toast, ripe peach, spicy apricot and an attractive citrus juice character. The wine opens warmly in the mouth, but then finishes more crisply, lifted by its acidity.",Premier Cru,30,89,Burgundy,Montagny,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Premier Cru (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.5,Red,France,"Beautiful aromatics of lavender, kirsch, carnation and soft plum lead into a mouth full of cherry skins, delicate sweet spice and pepper. Chewy tannins present a gripping texture on the palate, followed by a long, wild fruit-flavored finish.",,23,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Hecht & Bannier 2006 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2006-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Hecht & Bannier 13,White,France,"The wood aging gives this wine a smooth, velvet texture, the toast lying easily over the fresh fruit that is hallmark of Renaud wines. It is finely balanced, a lively wine that has been rounded out well by the wood.",,15,89,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 2007 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pascal-mireille-renaud-2007-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 14,Red,France,"Blackberry, kirsch and spice fill out the medium intense nose, while more vibrant notes of red cherry and plum abound on the palate. Lightweight with soft, dusty tannins and a solid finish kissed with oak. Drink now.",Cuvée Arthur,23,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2005 Cuvée Arthur Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2005-cuvee-arthur-red-minervois/,Red Blend,2005,Château Cabezac 14.6,Red,Argentina,"Tight and rubbery at first, but with time it settles to show jammy wild-berry aromas and density. The palate has bounce and life to spare, while the flavors are bright, fruity and full. A serious Malbec with a bit of hit and scratch to the finish. Drink now into 2012.",Reserve,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2006 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2006-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Andeluna ,Red,US,"Supple purple fruits with hints of game, coffee and pepper demonstrate the validity of Mourvèdre as a stand-alone variety. Excellent definition and a character more sleek than Syrah, more gamy than Cabernet.",Northridge Vineyard,38,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2007 Northridge Vineyard Mourvèdre (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2007-northridge-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Mourvèdre,2007,Bunnell 14,Red,France,"An excellent wine from Côtes du Roussillon Villages, offering yummy aromas of berry preserves, milk chocolate and fresh coffee granules. The palate is just as lush and opulent as one would anticipate from the nose, with more rich black fruit flavors and a touch of mocha on the finish. Well balanced with soft, dusty tannins and a lengthy finish.",Mas Janeil,16,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,François Lurton 2007 Mas Janeil Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2007-mas-janeil-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,François Lurton ,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet, blended with some Petit Verdot which seems to add body and perfume, but it's quite young, and needs some time to resolve its issues. Right now the tannins, dusty as they are, dominate, and the blackberry and cherry flavors are all jam. Should develop healthily for 6–8 years.",,50,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Riboli 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riboli-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Riboli 14,Red,Chile,"Thick, minty and extracted, with charcoal darkness. A forward wine that steps on the gas pedal with cola, black cherry and licorice flavors. More dark flavors and licorice notes settle on the finish, which has good feel but not much variety. In fact, that's the only complaint with this Syrah: it lacks complexity.",Marques de Casa Concha,21,89,Buin,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Marques de Casa Concha Syrah (Buin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-marques-casa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-buin/,Syrah,2007,Concha y Toro ,White,US,"Banana fruit flavors are somewhat mitigated by old vine character and the inherent acidity of Yakima Valley grapes. There's a green streak suggesting not quite ripe banana and papaya—not a bad thing—along with fresh baked bread, vanilla and almond.",Old Vine,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Dusted Valley 2008 Old Vine Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2008-old-vine-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,Dusted Valley 12,Dessert,Canada,"With over 80 apples used to produce each bottle, there's no question as to what the dominating fruit character is here. Aromas of apple skins, clove and ginger on the nose transition to flavors of candied apple, white grape and honeyed apricot in the sticky, viscous mouth. Long and lingering on the finish; a dessert wine sure to please those with a sweet tooth.",Ice Apple Wine,33,89,Canada Other,Canada,,Domaine Pinnacle NV Ice Apple Wine Apple (Canada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pinnacle-nv-ice-apple-wine-other-apple-other/,Apple,,Domaine Pinnacle ,Red,US,"Though it lacks the broad, sweet fruit of the 2005 reserve, this is a fine reflection of the vintage. It's compact, tannic, and a bit unyielding, but structured with enough density to age for a few years. Light red fruits are somewhat overwhelmed by grainy, toasty tannins; that should balance out with a little more bottle age.",Reserve,27,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Columbia Crest ,Red,US,"Definitely a New World style, this tasty Tempranillo, from Les Collines vines, brings strawberry and raspberry fruit, along with chocolate graham cracker highlights. Hints of briar and herb add complexity.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Trio Vintners 2007 Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Trio Vintners 12,Dessert,US,"A lovely drink from a winery in Massachusetts where all they produce is apple ice wine. One sip and you're instantly transported to standing in an orchard on a brisk fall afternoon, with forward aromas and flavors of baked apples with soft spice, caramel and tangerine citrus. Full in the mouth with moderate acidity and a crisp, clean finish.",Apfel Eis Apple Ice Wine,25,89,Massachusetts,Massachusetts,,Still River NV Apfel Eis Apple Ice Wine Apple (Massachusetts),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/still-river-nv-apfel-eis-apple-ice-wine-other-apple-massachusetts/,Apple,,Still River ,Red,US,"Wilderness is Chris Sparkman's most affordable and most available wine, a mix of all the barrels and vineyards that go into his other reds. It is forward, loaded with mixed red and black fruits, and lusciously chocolaty. What it does not have is the focus of the other wines; this one's a lap dog, and wants to lick you all over.",Wilderness Red Blend,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2007 Wilderness Red Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2007-wilderness-red-blend-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Sparkman 14.5,Red,US,"This successful blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre satisfies for its complete ripeness and fine structure. It's pleasantly rich in blackberry, black cherry pie filling, cola, anise, pepper and sandalwood flavors that last a long time on the spicy finish.",L'Autre,30,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2007 L'Autre Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-lautre-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Terre Rouge ,White,US,"Labeled Columbia Valley, but actually from Wahluke Slope fruit, this refreshing, tart take on Chardonnay offers a palate-cleansing mix of cucumber, melon and apple-flavored fruit. Crisp acids and a phenolic kick to the finish make this a super food wine.",,12,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Powers ,Red,US,"The Powers family are partners in the justly famed Champoux vineyard, and this is their 15th vintage making this wine. For some it will seem a bit too ripe, for others just right. Port-like aromas introduce flavors of fig, prune and kirsch. The wine seems to be drying out a bit; this is one to drink, not to cellar.",Champoux Vineyard Reserve,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Powers 2006 Champoux Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2006-champoux-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Powers 13,White,France,"A soft, rounded wine, with spice and toast and a cushion of plump yellow fruit. Almonds and mandarin oranges fit well together with the fine acidity.",Les Chevaliers,45,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Labouré-Roi 2006 Les Chevaliers (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2006-chevaliers-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2006,Labouré-Roi ,Red,US,"Kiona vineyard fruit, given 32 months in new French oak, yields a very smooth, chocolaty wine, loaded with mocha and caramel flavors. Black cherry and cassis fruit is nuanced with Red Mountain notes of iron and earth. It does a quick fade; perhaps extra decanting would lengthen it out a bit.",,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Patterson 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Patterson 15.5,Red,US,"A sound, rich Syrah whose deep flavors are wrapped into a fine, sturdy structure. Nothing flabby about the blackberries, currants, chocolate and pepper, which are accompanied by firm tannins and a crisp bite of acidity. Now–2012, for fresh fruitiness.",Larner Vineyard,42,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Jaffurs 12,Dessert,France,"Full of mango and starfruit flavors to go with the nuts, spice and ripe texture. The wine, made from organic grapes, has richness as much as sweetness, the acidity an important element. For long-term aging.",L'Etoile Moelleux,22,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine du Petit Coteau 2008 L'Etoile Moelleux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petit-coteau-2008-letoile-moelleux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine du Petit Coteau 12.5,Red,France,"There is good density of fruit tannins here, boosted by wood. The wine has dried fruit, spice, perfumed blackberry and lively acidity. It could well age for 1–2 years.",Réserve,19,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau 2006 Réserve (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-bouqueteau-2006-reserve-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau 14.5,Red,Chile,"A powerful, dark and alluring specimen with chocolate, olive paste, road tar and blackberry aromas. The palate is tight, rubbery, tannic and fierce, with juicy, pumped-up boysenberry and dark plum flavors. Shows its varietal side, meaning herbs and olive, on the finish. Not spectacular but very good.",Single Vineyard Alto de Piedras,30,89,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2007 Single Vineyard Alto de Piedras Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2007-single-vineyard-alto-piedras-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2007,De Martino 14,Red,Chile,"This single-vineyard Malbec may come from a young vineyard (planted in 2000), but it's still dark, concentrated and masculine. Purple in color, with thick, grapey aromas that lead to lush blackberry, cola and chocolate flavors. Rich, deep and well developed for Chilean Malbec.",El Olivar Single Vineyard,25,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2007 El Olivar Single Vineyard Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2007-el-olivar-single-vineyard-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2007,Viu Manent 14.5,Red,US,"The new oak sticks out on this Syrah, with caramel, buttered toast and vanilla dominating the underlying blackberry and cherry fruit. However, the wine is young, and its intensity is obvious. Sometimes these reds don't show well in youth but develop dramatically in the bottle. Give it until 2011, and try through 2013.",Sentinel Oak Vineyard,40,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Terre Rouge 2007 Sentinel Oak Vineyard Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-sentinel-oak-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2007,Terre Rouge 14.8,Red,US,"One of the best Sangiovese out there, mainly due to the ripe balance. Avoids the unripeness or excessive ripeness that can mar this variety in California. Shows lovely, rich black cherry, raspberry and cocoa flavors, enhanced with sweet oak. The next step is to elevate this wine to complex greatness, especially at this price.",,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2007 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2007-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2007,Pride Mountain 13.5,White,Italy,"This is one of the nicest Pinot Grigios available on the market today. From producer Livio Felluga, the wine is rich and creamy with well-balanced acidity that helps keep the palate refreshed. You'll love the aromas of passionfruit, pear and Golden Delicious apple.",,24,90,,Collio,,Livio Felluga 2008 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Livio Felluga 14.1,Red,US,"Ripe and voluptuous, with very rich, long-lasting berry, cherry, mocha and spice flavors, liberally oaked and wrapped into fine, sturdy tannins. Lacks a bit of complexity, but otherwise a beautiful Merlot that trades on the variety's opulently fleshy sensuality.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Matanzas Creek 2006 Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2006-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2006,Matanzas Creek 14.6,Red,US,"Perhaps the quintessential Dry Creek Cabernet. There's a Zin-like briary, brambly feeling, and the blackberries have a strong herbal component, while the finish is awash in peppery spices. The tannins, too, are classic Dry Creek, furry and edgy. A lovely, well-structured wine that's the opposite of the modern Napa style.",T.R. Passalacqua Vineyard,42,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Passalacqua 2005 T.R. Passalacqua Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passalacqua-2005-tr-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Passalacqua 14,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Mirabile's pretty Nero d'Avola (with the attractive label featuring a Sicilian succulent plant) offers impressive intensity and purity of aromas. The wine is smooth and bright with fresh berry notes, almond and smoky after tones.",,13,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Mirabile 2007 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabile-2007-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Mirabile 13,White,France,"The aroma says wood, and that's what the taste confirms. To go with the wood, there is rounded apricot and peach-flavored fruit, open and rich. The wine has a youthful taut edge, finishing with the greatest acidity.",,34,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2007 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2007-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly ,White,US,"Though not noticeably sweet, the residual sugar is listed as 1.6%—it's masked by the crisp acidity. This has a firm core of citrus and light tropical fruit, good penetration and a lingering finish. The sweetness kicks in at the finish, with a suggestion of honey and tea.",Lawrence Vineyards Altruism,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gård 2008 Lawrence Vineyards Altruism Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gard-2008-lawrence-altruism-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Gård ,Red,US,"Good for Fritz for holding this Cab back for a few years to let it mellow. It's still a pretty tannic, primary fruit-laden Cabernet, with briary blackberry, cherry, raspberry and red currant flavors. But judging by the firm tannins, it has an interesting future. Fine now, and should provide good drinking through 2012, at least.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Fritz 12,White,France,"A piercingly delicious, apples and cream wine. It has the youthful freshness of Chenin Blanc, its texture rounded with a great bright acidity. Almonds are a glint in the background. Drink now, or age for 4–5 years.",Sec,16,90,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2008 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2008-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Château Moncontour ,Red,US,"Dark and plummy, with the characteristic black cherry fruit of the vineyard. There is also a streak of toffee that is a marker for the vineyard. Around 10% Cabernet Sauvignon was added; the aromas are fresh and sweet, with just a hint of coffee and herb. The tannins are smoothing out but will improve with more bottle age.",Estate Grown,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2006 Estate Grown Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2006-estate-grown-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Canoe Ridge ,Red,US,"Supple, nicely balanced, but less meaty and full than the Merlot. The tannins are very well managed, and surprisingly smooth. Not satiny, given the wind beating that the vines take in the Horse Heaven Hills, but polished and ripe. Flavors of black olives and green tea come in behind the blackberry and cassis. There's a firm, Bordeaux-like profile.",Estate Grown,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2006 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2006-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Canoe Ridge 14,Red,Italy,"Sigillo is a meaty, full-bodied red with ripe tones of blackberry, leather, tobacco and mesquite wood. The wine is dense and rich and would pair beautifully with beef stew and roasted potatoes.",Sigillo,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2004 Sigillo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2004-sigillo-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Avide ,White,US,"The best Hogue Chardonnay in years, this 2007 reserve bottling showcases fully ripened apple, peach and melon fruit flavors in a luscious wrapping of new oak. Butterscotch and a whisp of vanilla carry through the seductive finish.",Reserve,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hogue 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2007-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2007,Hogue ,White,France,"Weight and richness here, with attractive acidity, but also a ripe, creamy texture. The wine has some tight tannins, but is much more to do with opulent peaches and cream.",Les Caillerets Premier Cru,75,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Les Caillerets Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-caillerets-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 13,White,Italy,"Here's a thick and resinous Pinot Grigio with a deeply golden color and intense aromas of pine, almond, honey and dried apricot. This is not the light and breezy style of Pinot Grigio you may be familiar with, so look to pair this wine with Tandoori chicken or oven-roasted pasta.",Ipso Zuc di Volpe,52,90,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2007 Ipso Zuc di Volpe Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2007-ipso-zuc-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2007,Volpe Pasini 14.5,Red,Chile,"Purple as can be, with grapey aromas that aren't subtle in the least. Typically thick, with mild tannins and shy, almost reserved berry, cassis and chocolaty oak flavors. Dense wine, but not as expressive and deeply flavored as previous vintages. Drink now through 2011.",Viu 1,75,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2007 Viu 1 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2007-1-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2007,Viu Manent 14.6,Red,US,"A bright, cheerful and very well-crafted Zinfandel that shows a deft touch at handling this variety's challenges. Achieves thorough ripeness, with blackberry, black currant, cola and pepper flavors, even as the alcohol is kept moderate, and the finish is dry and smooth.",Maple Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Passalacqua 2007 Maple Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passalacqua-2007-maple-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Passalacqua 14,White,Italy,"Marco Felluga's Mongris Riserva Pinot Grigio is a sophisticated and complex white wine that has been enhanced by creamy oak tones. Aromas here include dried apricot, toasted almond, vanilla and baked bread. The wine's texture is rich, dense and very satisfying. Pair this wine with lobster or crab.",Mongris Riserva,30,90,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2006 Mongris Riserva Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2006-mongris-riserva-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2006,Marco Felluga 13.5,Red,Chile,"Nicely concentrated and showing a full bouquet of minty black fruit, leather, spice and herbs. The palate is tannic and ripe, with black cherry, blackberry and an outlying salty, meaty accent. Finishes dry and controlled, with spice and mint. A prime wine from the Undurraga family.",Royale,26,90,Maipo Valley,,,Koyle 2007 Royale Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2007-royale-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2007,Koyle ,White,US,"Hogue's Genesis bottling is far more limited than the winery's other Rieslings, and offers extra dimensions in terms of concentration and grip. Though just 12.6% alcohol, it tastes dry enough, with juicy acidity and green apple flavors. What elevates it above the less expensive bottling is its length, the minerality and the hints of white flower, Mandarin orange and stone.",Genesis,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Genesis Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-genesis-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Hogue 13.9,Red,US,"A rich, ripe and complex Cabernet, with classic Napa tannic structure. Not quite up there with the winery's higher-priced Dollarhide or Elu bottlings, but showing similar elegance and taste. Brims with blueberry, mocha and cedar flavors that should develop over the next four years.",Estate Bottled,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2005 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2005-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,St. Supéry ,Red,US,"This is a Merlot-dominated Bordeaux blend. Along with pleasant, strawberry fruit you'll find scents of candied roses and hints of fresh herb. The length and detail bespeak a wine with medium-term aging potential. Baking spices dominate the finish, with a burst of heat from the near-15% alcohol.",Ruby Leigh Red,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2007 Ruby Leigh Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2007-ruby-leigh-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Sparkman ,Red,US,"From Klipsun and Hedges fruit, this muscular, aromatic Merlot begins with pretty berry scents, then develops flavors of currant and cherry. It's a wine with meat and muscle, still packed tight, but dense with potential. Give it plenty of decanting, or cellar it for five years.",Outlaw,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2007 Outlaw Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2007-outlaw-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2007,Sparkman 14.8,Red,US,"A really nice Merlot, and look at that price. It's dry, elegant and entirely balanced, with a rich earthy texture. Shows classic flavors of black cherries, black currants, violets, anise and sweet sandalwood. Terrific value.",Block 500,14,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2007 Block 500 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2007-block-500-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2007,Trentadue 14.3,Red,US,"Shows the exuberant volume and power of most Santa Lucia Pinot Noirs, with strong, jammy cherry, raspberry and cola flavors and big, sturdy tannins, although the wine never loses its essentially silky texture. Feels juvenile and precocious now. Give it until late 2010 to begin to mellow.",Tondré Grapefield,43,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tondré 2007 Tondré Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tondre-2007-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tondré 14.5,Red,Chile,"A big step up from the first time we tried this wine in 2007. Aromas are pure and fruity, while the palate is ripe and acid-rich, with juicy but tight plum, herb and berry flavors. Shows chocolate on the tail, and overall it is on the money. A blend of five grapes led by Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère.",Red One,22,90,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2007 Red One Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2007-red-one-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Chilcas ,Red,US,"The Cowgirl Cab, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, is DaMa's most popular offering. Loaded with bright, brambly berry fruits, licorice and loam, it's notable also for smooth, silky tannins.",Cowgirl Cab,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DaMa 2007 Cowgirl Cab Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2007-cowgirl-cab-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,DaMa 14.5,Red,US,"A rich, full-bodied and dry Syrah that shows fine terroir. It comes from an area, in the Gabilan Mountains of Monterey, that does not yet have a sub-appellation, but should. The wine is effusive in blackberries, black currants, mocha, pepper and cedar, with a sweetly exotic note of foie gras. Now–2012.",North Block,29,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Coastview 2007 North Block Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastview-2007-north-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2007,Coastview ,Red,US,"Though labeled Columbia Valley, this is actually Wahluke Slope fruit, 100% varietal. Licorice, smoke and herbs race up the spine, rounded out with black fruits, fig, tobacco and coffee. Good grip and length.",,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2006 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2006-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2006,Patterson 14.5,Red,Chile,"The Elqui Valley is the new source for this Syrah, and we like its leathery, complex, smoky nose that foretells layered blackberry, chocolate and spice flavors. Fairly thick and modern, but balanced, with a long, lightly minty finish. Interesting and well seasoned with oak.",1865 Limited Edition,25,90,Elqui Valley,,,San Pedro 2007 1865 Limited Edition Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-1865-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2007,San Pedro 13.8,White,US,"A delicious and interesting white wine, made from a variety more usually used for blending purposes. It's honey-rich but dry, similar in structure to an oaky Chardonnay, with tropical fruit and vanilla flavors that have a pleasant touch of bitterness.",Thompson Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Thompson Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-thompson-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2008,Jaffurs 15.5,Red,US,"A little sweet and oaky, with powerful blackberry jam, brown sugar, caramel and cola flavors. The tannins are rich and wonderful.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Seghesio 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry, tannic and acidic, in the manner of Barbera, a wine that's not offering much charm now. Fans of the variety will like its unrelieved austerity. The flavors of are blackberries and espresso.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2007 Monarch Mine Vineyard Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2007-monarch-mine-vineyard-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2007,Easton 14.7,Red,US,"Pungent and grapey, with notes of violets and dusty chocolate. The astringent fruit shows varietal cassis flavor, somewhat overtaken by the extremely charred, coffee ground flavors of the finish.",,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Gilbert Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gilbert Cellars ,White,France,"Fine and fresh, this has clean fruit, a touch of caramel along with crisp white peach and creamy apple. The wine is light, soft, accessible now.",,21,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Henri de Villamont 2007 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2007-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2007,Henri de Villamont 14.5,Red,Chile,"Hard, spicy and rubbery on the nose, with ripe, semi-baked flavors of rubber, black fruit and hardy oak. There's a ton of wood spice and clove as it opens, and nothing is finessed. Dark and chocolaty on the finish, with even more oak.",Oda,27,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Veranda 2007 Oda Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veranda-2007-oda-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Veranda 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's an easygoing Pinot Grigio with attractive tones of lemon zest, white flower and crushed stone. The wine is lean and mild in the mouth with enough zest and natural acidity to pair with fried sardines.",,18,85,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2008 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Tenuta Cà Bolani 13.4,White,US,"An easy-drinking, tasty Chardonnay at a pretty good price. Shows Central Coast acidity and bright flavors of limes, pineapples and pears, with a touch of sweet oak.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hawk Crest 2007 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Hawk Crest 12.5,Red,US,"Some good currant, cherry, cola and licorice flavors in this dry, balanced wine. It's one of the better Merlots out there at this affordable price.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Tre 2007 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Tre 14.3,Red,US,"A good, drily elegant Cabernet Sauvignon, although it's a little sharp, with some green tannins. But you'll find enough blackberry and cherry fruit to satisfy. Drink now.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Highway 12 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Highway 12 13.5,Red,Chile,"Heavily roasted at first, and then comes a distinct wave of root beer, olive and barbecue sauce. The palate is decent in feel, maybe a little astringent, with flavors of creamy plum and berry along with sweet, candied oak. Finishes minty and dry, like the dust from the gum that used to come with baseball cards.",Reserva,13,84,Maule Valley,,,Hugo Casanova 2007 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugo-casanova-2007-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Hugo Casanova 12,White,US,"The nose is flat, with good mineral character but only moderate ripeness and little fruit. The wine picks up in the mouth, with appealing green apple notes and mouthwatering acidity. A bit too crisp and dry for an apéritif but would pair well with raw shellfish.",Homestead Reserve,18,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2008 Homestead Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2008-homestead-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 14.4,Red,US,"Dry and rough in texture, with berry, cherry, tobacco, herb and spice flavors wrapped into edgy, slightly green tannins. Turns sharp on the finish, and not likely to age.",Clarissa Vin Rouge,47,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Williamson Wines 2006 Clarissa Vin Rouge Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-wines-2006-clarissa-vin-rouge-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Williamson Wines 14.2,White,US,"De Sante has struggled with Sauvignon Blanc over the years, and while this blend, with 40% Sémillon, contains some good citrus flavor, it's aggressive in drily sour green pyrazines.",L'Atelier,28,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,De Sante 2008 L'Atelier White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sante-2008-latelier-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,De Sante 14.8,White,Chile,"Stemmy, stalky aromas cloud over dilute fruit notes, while the palate is on the acidic side, which causes citrus and pithy peach flavors. More pith on the finish, with a hint of banana. Just o.k., with limited character.",Estate,12,83,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2008-estate-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Haras 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Rough and stemmy smelling, and sort of scratchy. The palate is acceptable but that's about it, with creamy, sweet, wayward berry flavors. Finishes medicinal and a bit weedy. Similar in quality to the ‘07 Urban Tempranillo.",Urban Uco,11,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2008 Urban Uco Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-urban-uco-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,O. Fournier 13,White,US,"Backward, with animal cracker notes and vanilla from oak treatment surrounding simple citrus flavors. Acidity is slightly rasping on the short, lemony finish. Try with grilled fish. Drink up.",Private Reserve,19,83,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2008 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2008-private-reserve-chardonnay-texas/,Chardonnay,2008,Messina Hof 13.5,White,US,"A simple, sweet and lightly oaked Chardonnay, with flavors of buttered popcorn and sugary pineapple jam.",Yulupa,,82,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 2008 Yulupa Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-yulupa-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Kenwood 12,Red,US,"On the nose, aromas of less than ideal ripeness dominate, including green pepper and humus. The palate shows gripping tannins. Honest and straightforward. Drink up.",,20,82,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2006 Merlot (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2006-merlot-other/,Merlot,2006,Hudson-Chatham 13.8,White,US,"An uncomfortable wine. It's not quite ripe, showing green flavors and a strong dose of that notorious feline smell that diminishes the citrus fruits. On the plus side is extreme dryness and crisp acidity.",,19,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hawley 13.5,Red,Argentina,"An odd Cabernet with aromas of paprika, stewed meat and saucy fruit. At all points it's difficult to find the fruit in this wine; instead, it's dry, herbal and minty, with a lot of spice and tomato. Doesn't do much to push the cause for Argentine Cab.",Grand Reserve,20,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2006 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2006-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cruz Alta 14.5,Red,US,"A bit too green and stemmy, with a peppercorn, chlorophyll sharpness diluting the cherries. Acidic, too. Consider it a basically decent wine with some flaws.",Lot 2,18,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Candor NV Lot 2 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candor-nv-lot-2-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,,Candor 12,White,US,"A heavilyoaked style, with sawdust and vanilla extract aromas overlaying lemon and baking spices. The palate is a bit watery but nicely crisp and ends on a butter note. Drink up.",Reserve,14,82,Michigan,Leelanau Peninsula,,Good Harbor 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Leelanau Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/good-harbor-2005-reserve-chardonnay-leelanau-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2005,Good Harbor 11,White,US,"Dry, crisp and slightly viscous, this white shows excessive vanilla from oak treatment that smothers the fruit expression. Medium, buttery finish.",Estate,30,82,Kentucky,Kentucky,,Elk Creek Vineyards 2007 Estate Chardonelle (Kentucky),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-creek-2007-estate-other-white-chardonelle-kentucky/,Chardonelle,2007,Elk Creek Vineyards 13.9,Red,US,"Heavy and soft. Tastes like chocolate milk with an infusion of blackberry syrup. Blended with a little Syrah and Zinfandel, for good luck.",Red,14,82,California,California Other,California,Heavyweight 2007 Red Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heavyweight-2007-red-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Heavyweight 14,Red,Chile,"Hard cherry aromas, a generic and snappy palate, and tart, ringy red fruit flavors are pretty much what you get here. Undistinguished.",,6,82,Central Valley,,,Quasar 2008 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2008-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2008,Quasar 12,Red,US,"If you've got the patience to wait for some reduced notes to blow off, you'll be rewarded with exotic notes of pomegranate and Chinese spiced plum resting on a carpet of plush tannins. Crisp, short, raspberry-spiked finish. Drink up.",,25,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2007 Lemberger (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2007-other-red-lemberger-finger-lakes/,Lemberger,2007,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.5,Red,US,"Nearly all the cherry fruit of this five-year-old Pinot Noir is gone, leaving behind acidity and alcohol, in addition to the oak. It's bone dry.",Vero,42,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Verotto 2004 Vero Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verotto-2004-vero-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Verotto 14,Red,Chile,"Hard spice is the dominant scent, and it breaks down into clove, hickory and shoe polish on the nose. The palate is hot, and the wild berry flavors are infiltrated by too much spiced wood. A forced wine with roughness, herbal qualities and too much oak.",,13,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Root:1 2008 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2008-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Root:1 12.5,Red,US,Smooth and juicy. Upfront aromas of mixed berry pie are promising but notes of compost and mixed green vegetables eventually dominate in the mouth and on the finish.,Fire Vineyard,18,82,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2007 Fire Vineyard Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2007-fire-vineyard-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2007,Vivác Winery 13.6,Red,US,Give this wine some air to blow off reduced aromas and you'll uncover scents of cotton candy and cherry cough drops. The smooth palate is all candied cherries and sweet jam flavors that could use a bit more structure for better balance. No improvement with age.,,20,82,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2006 Syrah (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-grand-valley/,Syrah,2006,Canyon Wind 15.8,Red,US,"Soft and dull, although ripe enough, with sweetened blackberry and cola flavors and very high alcohol that gives heat. The softness makes the fruitiness",,16,82,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Berryessa Gap 2006 Zinfandel (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berryessa-gap-2006-zinfandel-central-valley-yolo-county/,Zinfandel,2006,Berryessa Gap 13.7,White,US,"The nose is candied, with aromas of pear drop, apple candy and kiwi that give way to melon in the mouth. Pleasant but dilute finish. No improvement with age.",,17,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Brooklyn Oenology 2007 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooklyn-oenology-2007-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Brooklyn Oenology 14.1,White,US,"A simple Chardonnay whose overdose of French oak does little to enhance the thin, reedy flavors of citrus fruits. The wine, which is nicely crisp and dry, would be better unoaked.",Amourette,38,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Williamson Wines 2008 Amourette Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-wines-2008-amourette-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Williamson Wines 14,Red,Argentina,"Granular, semitart aromas are pasty and soupy, while the palate is warm and round but tastes like sugary, artificial berry and cherry fruit. Sweet and a little chocolaty on the finish. A candied, rudimentary wine that isn't all bad.",Palo Negro,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Reyter 2009 Palo Negro Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reyter-2009-palo-negro-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Reyter 12.7,White,US,"Dusky, smoky notes open this dry, elegant Gewürtz. There's not much intensity or length here, but the crush of rosewater, Asian spice and fresh grape flavors are worth the price of admission. Try with a grilled Chinese fish dish. Drink up.",Estate,16,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2008 Estate Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2008-estate-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Rooster Hill 12.5,Red,US,"Soft and ordinary and slightly sweet in jammy fruit, this Syrah has forward flavors of black cherry jam, anise, mocha and pepper.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Tre 2007 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Tre 13.8,Red,US,"Not a fruity wine, this Kentucky red shows vegetal humus and earth aromas that turn a bit stewed in the mouth. Nonetheless, there's good concentration here and an attractive, vanilla-flavored finish. Drink up.",Barrel Select Reserve,40,83,Kentucky,Kentucky,,Elk Creek Vineyards 2006 Barrel Select Reserve Syrah (Kentucky),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-creek-2006-barrel-select-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-kentucky/,Syrah,2006,Elk Creek Vineyards 14,White,Chile,"A light, tropical wine with mango and banana aromas. The palate is limited in feel but not unpleasant, while the flavors are light and tilt toward lychee and melon. Simple, but acceptable in a good way.",,10,83,Curicó Valley,,,Carma 2008 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carma-2008-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Carma 14.4,White,US,"This decent, everyday Chard is rather sweet and simple, with sugar-coated flavors of pineapples and oak.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Chumeia 2007 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2007-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2007,Chumeia 14.9,Red,US,"Sharp and harshly tannic, a common Cabernet whose redeeming feature is lots of blackberry fruit. Way too expensive for what you get.",Provocative,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ahnfeldt 2006 Provocative Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahnfeldt-2006-provocative-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ahnfeldt 14.6,Red,US,"Thick and heavy, with jammy, pie-filling fruit flavors of cherries and raspberries, as well as oak-like vanillins. Easy to drink, but pretty simple.",,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Angels Landing 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angels-landing-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Angels Landing 12.9,Red,US,"Unbalanced, with unripe, vegetal flavors next to the cherries. There's a sweet-sour Lifesaver candy taste through the acidic finish.",Rocky Ridge Collection,23,83,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Berryessa Gap 2007 Rocky Ridge Collection Tempranillo (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berryessa-gap-2007-rocky-ridge-collection-tempranillo-central-valley-yolo-county/,Tempranillo,2007,Berryessa Gap 13.5,Red,France,"The bright and inviting nose is loaded with lively red fruit, including raspberries and cherries, along with a soft hint of vanilla. Incredibly lightweight with soft fruit flavors; easy to drink.",Unfiltered,13,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Forge Estate 2008 Unfiltered Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forge-estate-2008-unfiltered-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2008,La Forge Estate 13.8,White,Argentina,"Melony and a bit oily on the nose, with little fruit or floral character to speak of. Tastes sweet and simple, with flavors of banana and lime. Innocuous in every way.",Unoaked,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Zolo 13.3,Red,US,"Initially a bit funky, this wine opened up to offer pretty cassis and fresh blackberry fruit couched in a bed of medium acid and soft tannins. Mushroom and plum tones on the finish hang around for just a bit. Drink up.",,25,83,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-grand-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Canyon Wind 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and dark, with sweet, candied, offbeat aromas. Heavy in the mouth, with baked plum and berry flavors and then a reduced, short finish. Thick almost to the point of cloying. A strange wine.",Cuma,13,83,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2009 Cuma Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-cuma-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2009,Michel Torino 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal, punchy aromas start it off, and the palate has strong acids and rubbery tannins in support of herbal, red fruit flavors that suggest rhubarb. Strains to show much ripeness.",Reserva,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2008-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Luis Felipe Edwards 13.3,White,Argentina,"Light in color, with stalky aromas that don't feature much fruit. The palate is gentle and bland, with distant orange and tropical fruit. Wheaty and flat on the finish, with an overall canned fruit quality.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Septima 2009 Chardonnay (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2009-chardonnay-agrelo/,Chardonnay,2009,Septima 12.8,White,US,"After a few sulfur notes blow off, hints of macadamia and Brazil nut come through, underlined by an orange peel note. Dry and crisp with a fleeting finish. Try with antipasto. Drink up.",,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2008 Pinot Grigio (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-finger-lakes/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Damiani 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A baked, sweet, candied Malbec with a gritty, sugary mouthfeel and sweet, zappy cherry and plum flavors. Hot and breaks down on the finish. Rudimentary.",ILKA,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2007 ILKA Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2007-ilka-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Finca Agostino 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with generic red fruit and candy aromas, but the palate is overtly acidic, which causes a sourness to go with candied, medicinal berry fruit flavors. After the tartness subsides, there's regular red fruit notes left over.",Barrel Select Reserve,12,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2007 Barrel Select Reserve Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-barrel-select-reserve-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Santa Ema ,Red,US,"Some wines can hit 15.4% alcohol, as this does, and make it work. But here the burn and scorch from the alcohol simply overwhelms some excellent fruit. Detail is lost, and what's left is a hot, jammy red.",,25,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sweet Valley 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sweet-valley-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Sweet Valley 13.8,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in the mouth, with rustic flavors of berries, herbs, tobacco and mint. Okay for everyday purposes.",,35,83,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Bloomfield 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomfield-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bloomfield 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Better than in previous years but still brambly and stemmy smelling. The palate is sheer and fairly hollow in the center, with simple buttery raspberry flavors. Shows bits of burnt wood, oil and heat on the finish.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Chateau Chantal 2008 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantal-2008-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Chateau Chantal 13.8,White,US,"Dry and acidic, with very little fruit flavor, although it's clean and elegantly structured. Tastes like generically alcoholic white wine with a few drops of lemon and lime juice.",Clements Ridge Vineyard,20,83,California,California Other,California,Vine Hill 2008 Clements Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-hill-2008-clements-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Vine Hill 14,Red,Argentina,"Rustic and stemmy, with burnt, nutty aromas leading to a thick palate of stemmy black fruit flavors. Herbal, tannic and stemmy throughout, so at least there's continuity between the nose, palate and finish.",Agostino Familia,22,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2007 Agostino Familia Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2007-familia-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Finca Agostino 14.9,Red,US,"Tastes and feels rustic in the harshness of the tannins, which hint at unripeness, and the green, minty edge to the blackberries and cola. Ready now.",Reserve,18,83,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Berryessa Gap 2006 Reserve Petite Sirah (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berryessa-gap-2006-reserve-petite-sirah-central-valley-yolo-county/,Petite Sirah,2006,Berryessa Gap 14.2,White,Argentina,"Sort of nutty and oily on the nose, without a whole lot of fruit to speak of. Overoaked for what it is, with a resiny mouthfeel and finish. Too much oak, vanilla and cream for a wine of modest quality.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2007 Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2007-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2007,Andeluna 13.5,White,US,"Vibrant and youthful, this wine greets the taster with fresh, clean scents of honey, fall flowers and roses. It's medium-bodied and crisp, with a final peach note that fades a bit too quickly. Try with Thai curry. No improvement with age; drink before 2011.",The Professors' Classic Dry,18,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Cascata 2008 The Professors' Classic Dry Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascata-2008-professors-classic-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Cascata 12,White,Italy,"This Pinot Grigio from northern Italy offers an easy aromatic lineup of mature melon, chopped herbs and spring flowers. It's thick and slightly sweet in the mouth with a heavy, fat feel on the close.",,11,83,,Delle Venezie,,Vino dei Fratelli 2008 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-fratelli-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Vino dei Fratelli 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of good Zinfandel flavors of wild berries, currants and spices, and the tannins are just fine. On the downside is a certain vegetal streak that shows strongly in the finish.",Estate,54,83,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Vezer Family Vineyard 2006 Estate Zinfandel (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vezer-family-vineyard-2006-estate-zinfandel-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Vezer Family Vineyard 13,Red,France,"Smells a little warm with notes of stewed red berries and brandied cherries. Lightweight with medium acidity and virtually no tannins—this is an easy-to-drink option; given the Tetra-pak packaging, a great choice for concerts, camping and picnics.",,5,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,French Rabbit 2007 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-rabbit-2007-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2007,French Rabbit 14,Red,Chile,"Smells meaty and leathery, and later sort of gritty and acrid. The palate is reticent and dry, with short, raisiny flavors that have a brown sugar sweetness at the center. Not awful but baked and boring.",,10,83,Central Valley,,,Terrapura 2008 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2008-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Terrapura 12,Red,US,"Opens with a spicy nose of raspberry, Christmas cake and plum pudding. There isn't a lot of ripeness or concentration on the palate but this is a very likeable wine that is crisp, elegant and light on its feet. There's only a gentle dusting of tannins, making it a suitable partner for heartier varieties of fish. Drink up before 2012.",Martini Family Vineyard,19,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Tail Ridge 2007 Martini Family Vineyard Lemberger (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-tail-ridge-2007-martini-family-vineyard-other-red-lemberger-finger-lakes/,Lemberger,2007,Red Tail Ridge 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Tough, rubbery aromas include notes of carob and leather. The palate has a decent, regular feel to it along with hot flavors of baked fruits and chocolate. Finishes mildly sweet, as if it was dosed with a teaspoon of brown sugar.",,16,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Preludio 2007 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preludio-2007-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2007,Preludio 14.3,White,US,"Ultraripe in pineapple, tropical fruit and oaky vanilla flavors, this white blend is almost as sweet as a dessert wine. It's fortunately balance with mouthwatering acidity.",,22,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Spann Vineyards 2007 Chardonnay-Viognier (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2007-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-north-coast/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2007,Spann Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"All vanilla and mocha on the nose followed by pretty raspberry and strawberry fruit on the palate. Smooth, short-to-medium finish with just a touch of spice. Try with grilled lamb.",,20,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2007 Tempranillo (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2007-tempranillo-new-mexico/,Tempranillo,2007,Vivác Winery 13,Red,US,Unusual aromas of singe and tar are interspersed with Chinese tea and vanilla while flavors in the mouth turn a bit soupy. Medium-bodied with some grippy tannins and a short finish. Drink now.,,17,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2006 Merlot (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2006-merlot-new-mexico/,Merlot,2006,Vivác Winery 13,White,Argentina,"Lime and green melon aromas are a bit less than clean and pure, and the palate serves up a pile of jalapeño and bell pepper, with some lime in the background. Short on the finish, and kind of dilute.",Altosur,11,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Altosur Sauvignon Blanc (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-altosur-sauvignon-blanc-tupungato/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Finca Sophenia 12,Red,US,"This wine is all likable strawberry at the outset, while the (slightly thin) palate shows cherry flavors that are appealing but fade away quickly. Drink up.",Reserve,50,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Fox Run 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Pinot Noir,2007,Fox Run 14.8,Red,US,"This vineyard has proven it can ripen good Malbec, but here it seems as if something has gone sideways. There is a gluey scent underneath the blackberry fruit, and the wine seems chalky and disjointed in the mouth, with more of the band-aid flavors in the finish.",Estate,26,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Gilbert Cellars 2007 Estate Malbec (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2007-estate-malbec-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Malbec,2007,Gilbert Cellars 14,Red,France,Registers a bit medicinal on the nose with hints of blackberry leaf and red plum along with a faint nuance of pickling juice. Light and round in the mouth with a cherry Jolly Rancher sweetness on the finish.,Réserve Spéciale,13,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2007 Réserve Spéciale Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2007-reserve-speciale-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2007,Gérard Bertrand 13.5,Red,US,"There are just enough plush, woody tannins here to balance the intense boysenberry fruit. Lingering espresso and vanilla flavors infuse the palate while a slightly sharp note of acidity comes through on the medium finish. Try with grilled pork.",,17,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Cooper Vineyards 2007 Norton (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-vineyards-2007-other-red-norton-virginia/,Norton,2007,Cooper Vineyards 15,Red,US,"Not a success. The wine is very tannic and hard in the mouth, and the blackberry jam and currant flavors finish with an awkward sweetness and heat from high alcohol.",Lily Hill Estate,38,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2007 Lily Hill Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2007-lily-hill-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella 12,Red,US,"There is potential in this wine that bodes well for the future of Sangiovese in Virginia. The nose is charming, with mocha, fall leaves and cherries that slide into a silky palate with woodsy touches. Juicy, raspberry-inflected finish. Try with steak. Drink now.",Il Volpe,23,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Three Fox 2007 Il Volpe Sangiovese (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-fox-2007-il-volpe-sangiovese-virginia/,Sangiovese,2007,Three Fox 14.5,Red,US,"Despite some black cherry richness, there's a green, minty, stalky note of unripeness in this blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre that limits its appeal. Decanting doesn't help and neither will aging.",Tete-a-Tete,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2007 Tete-a-Tete Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-tete-a-tete-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Terre Rouge 14.1,White,US,"Slightly sweet, with a honeyed edge to the rich pear, apple, peach and tropical fruit flavors. Just-in-time acidity fortunately provides balance.",,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2008 Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2008,Sobon Estate 13.2,Red,US,"A luxurious mouthfeel and good concentration are this wine's chief attractions. Flavors are more earthy than fruity, with tones of compost and stewed prunes. Medium finish shows ripe but slightly drying tannins. Drink now.",Nevada Ridge First Crush,75,84,Nevada,Nevada,,Pahrump Valley Winery 2005 Nevada Ridge First Crush Zinfandel (Nevada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pahrump-valley-winery-2005-nevada-ridge-first-crush-zinfandel-nevada/,Zinfandel,2005,Pahrump Valley Winery 14,White,Argentina,"Basic apricot and peach aromas lead to melon, banana and pithy flavors. The palate is a little thick and mealy, while the finish has pretty good feel and length, but not much flavor. Slightly tropical and simple.",Finca la Linda,11,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2009 Finca la Linda Chardonnay (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2009-finca-linda-chardonnay-lujan-cuyo/,Chardonnay,2009,Luigi Bosca 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sharp, minty aromas mixed with stemmy red fruit set up a modest, middleweight palate of semisweet, generic red fruit flavors. Quick on the finish, with a spot of green flavor. Good enough but lacks the concentration and deeper aromas and flavors of Urban Malbec.",Urban Uco,11,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2007 Urban Uco Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2007-urban-uco-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Tempranillo,2007,O. Fournier 11,White,US,"Confected but pleasant aromas of cotton candy and sour apple drops dominate the nose, while the palate unfolds nicely with layers of lemon and red apple. Soft and lush, it picks up an apricot accent on the medium finish. Try with Thai food. Drink now.",,16,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2008 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2008-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Glenora 12.5,Red,US,"Readily likeable, with a nose of summer fruit soup layered over notes of field greens. The texture is lazy, with moderate acidity and almost no tannin. Try with ribs in a sweet barbecue sauce. Drink now.",Mason Vineyard,18,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2007 Mason Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2007-mason-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Glenora 12.5,White,Argentina,"Aromas of white grapefruit, celery and other prickly fruits lose steam with airing, while the green apple and lime flavors are solid and offer some sweetness. Wet in the mouth, which is what you want, but standard fare as a whole.",Los Cardos,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2009 Los Cardos Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-los-cardos-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Doña Paula 14.7,Red,US,"Even grapier than the Cabernet Sauvignon, this forward, light, candied, confected wine has a hole in the middle. The tannins turn quite astringent, a marked contrast to the sweetness of the fruit.",,32,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Gilbert Cellars 2007 Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Gilbert Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Acidity dominates this wine, giving it a tart, almost sour taste. Couple that with the sizable tannins, and you have an uncomfortable wine. Call it rustic, old world. The blackberry, currant, coffee and herb flavors are fine.",Cooper Ranch,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2007 Cooper Ranch Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2007-cooper-ranch-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2007,Easton ,Red,US,"This is a simple, light take on Syrah, with a little bit of black pepper, a hint of underbrush, but none of the texture and detail of pricier Washington bottles. It's a light, pleasant red, fine for pizza night.",,13,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Chateau Ste. Michelle 12.5,White,US,"Clove and vanilla make for a serious, if not terribly refreshing, opening. There's nice grapefruit and pomelo fruit here and a medium, lemony finish that veers towards tart. Drink up.",Founder's Field Reserve,26,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2006 Founder's Field Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2006-founders-field-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Castello di Borghese 13,White,US,"A good, dry Chardonnay that gets the job done at a fair price. Shows peaches and cream flavors with a bit of sharpness and green herbs on the finish.",,12,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Howling Moon 2008 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howling-moon-2008-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2008,Howling Moon 12.8,Red,US,"This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc throws off some initial cooked aromas and a disjointed confected note. The palate is more successful with a nice plum jam character. This wine is one-dimensional and short but could be a good crowd pleaser for a casual occasion. Drink now.",Epic Reserve,25,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Keuka Spring 2007 Epic Reserve Red (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2007-epic-reserve-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Keuka Spring 14.6,Red,US,"A raw, rustic blend based on Sangiovese and Merlot, this wine is very dry and astringent in tannins. It's an old-fashioned wine that's technically without flaws.",Cuvee 32,25,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia 2006 Cuvee 32 Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-2006-cuvee-32-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2006,La Storia 13,Red,US,"The nose is honest and bright but not terribly expressive, with just a few delicate raspberry and cherry tones. In the mouth, bing cherry and damp earth notes takes over and continue on the medium finish. Try with a veal chop. Drink up.",Artist Series 1,35,84,New Mexico,New Mexico,,La Chiripada 2007 Artist Series 1 Dolcetto (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiripada-2007-artist-series-1-italian-red-dolcetto-new-mexico/,Dolcetto,2007,La Chiripada 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, with thick tannins housing blackberry, herb and olive flavors. Drink now.",Heart Arrow Ranch,24,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Mendocino Farms 2005 Heart Arrow Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-farms-2005-heart-arrow-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Mendocino Farms 12.5,White,Chile,"Dusty apple aromas are less citrusy than ideal, and the palate is cidery and tangy. Finishes with heft, length and weight, which all seems a little overbearing given the wine's simplicity. Just good enough but doesn't fully click.",,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,Carmen 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2009-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Carmen 15,Red,US,"A little too dry and tannic, with earthy flavors of tobacco, sage, pepper and dried leather, which only partially relieve the modest blackberries and black currants. Way too astringent all the way through.",Lily Hill Estate,40,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2007 Lily Hill Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2007-lily-hill-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Bella 14,Red,Argentina,"Foxy and jumpy smelling at first, with brambly raspberry aromas. The palate feels heavy and baked, with grabby tannins in support of herbal, mildly weedy berry fruit flavors. Finishes saucy, with a hint of tomato. Not pure and focused like the La Flor Malbec.",La Flor,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2008 La Flor Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2008-flor-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pulenta 14,Red,Chile,"Berry, pickle and bramble aromas are a little tough and crusted over, while the palate is snappy and fresh in feel, with flavors of herbal berry fruit and pepper. A mild hint of oak and resin dry up the finish.",Pionero,9,84,Rapel Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Pionero Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-pionero-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2008,Morandé 12.5,White,US,"Charming and perfumed, with notes of musk, white flowers and wild grapes on the nose and exotic spices in the mouth. This is not a concentrated wine, but there's enough acidity here to balance the slight sweetness and to make it a refreshing apéritif. Drink up.",,8,84,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2009 Muscat Canelli (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2009-muscat-canelli-texas/,Muscat Canelli,2009,Messina Hof 11,White,US,"A pretty, grapey wine with tones of pine and lemon underlying flavors of green plum and quince. It's flavorful, off-dry and refreshing; a good expression of Seyval Blanc.",,9,84,Missouri,Augusta,,Augusta Winery 2008 Seyval Blanc (Augusta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/augusta-winery-2008-other-white-seyval-blanc-augusta/,Seyval Blanc,2008,Augusta Winery 13,Red,US,"Fresh berries and sawdust open this juicy, medium-bodied red. Blackberry pie flavors give way to notes of charred meat and licorice on the medium finish. Definitely a food wine - try with hearty meat dishes.",,18,84,Missouri,Augusta,,Augusta Winery 2006 Norton (Augusta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/augusta-winery-2006-other-red-norton-augusta/,Norton,2006,Augusta Winery 12.5,White,France,"In a piece of French wine shorthand, the new appellation of Saint-Bris takes in the old Sauvignon de Saint-Bris wines. The style, though, hasn't changed: an attractive, if rustic type, with crisp gooseberry and grapefruit flavors and a fresh burst of acidity. Screwcap.",Sauvignon de Saint-Bris,13,84,Burgundy,Saint-Bris,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Sauvignon de Saint-Bris (Saint-Bris),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-sauvignon-saint-bris-sauvignon-blanc-saint-bris/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Simonnet-Febvre 13.5,Red,France,"This Merlot smells warm and inviting with strong aromas and flavors of black plum, jammy berry preserves and a touch of almond paste. Medium weight with good balance and a solid finish.",,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,The Frenchhouse 2008 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchhouse-2008-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2008,The Frenchhouse 14.5,White,US,"Combines ripe, sweet flavors of pineapples and apricots with green mint, accented with strong acidity, to produce an awkward, unbalanced wine. Lacks lushness and richness.",,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2008 Roussanne (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2008-roussanne-sierra-foothills/,Roussanne,2008,Terre Rouge 12.5,Red,US,"Pretty thin in substance, but clean, dry and proper, with enough blackberry and currant fruit to satisfy your basic Cabernet instincts.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Tre 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tre 12.7,White,US,"An intriguing little wine, with lemon, lime, mango and ginger aromas that give way to lovely apple and peach flavors on the palate. It lacks intensity and staying power but its very pleasant while it hangs around. Drink now.",Semi-Dry,16,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Rooster Hill 13.5,White,Argentina,"A solid, regular, generic style of SB with white fruit aromas and apple, nectarine and pithy citrus flavors. Mildly tropical and sweet, with a finish that holds steady. Resonably good at this price.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Portillo 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Finca El Portillo 14.4,White,US,"Tart, almost sour, in gooseberry and pyrazine aromas and flavors, and bone dry, with crisp, citrusy acidity. Finely structured and dry, but those feline tastes are pretty strong.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,21,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2008 Mitsuko's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2008-mitsukos-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Clos Pegase 14.6,Red,US,"A little musty in aroma, and the flavors, of blackberries, raspberries, red currants and cola, seem tamped down. Drink now.",Teldeschi Vineyard,42,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,George IV 2006 Teldeschi Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/george-iv-2006-teldeschi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,George IV 14,Red,US,"Simple but authentic Merlot aromas of plum, tea and spice cake make up the opening act. The juicy palate has good berry flavor alongside soft tannins and finishes with an earthy note. Not one for aging.",,20,84,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2007 Merlot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2007-merlot-snake-river-valley/,Merlot,2007,Fujishin 13.5,Red,Chile,"A clean, basic red wine that's focused on standard berry and cherry aromas and flavors. Fresh but simple, with limited raspberry and cherry flavors along with a touch of vanilla. Competent but entirely regular.",120,8,84,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 120 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-120-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2008,Santa Rita 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry, smoky and rubbery on the nose, with olive notes. The palate is a bit sharp, with plum, berry and herbal flavors. Finishes mildly leafy, with solid overall fruit and common Chilean herbal-green notes.",Selected Terroir,10,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Selected Terroir Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-selected-terroir-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2008,Santa Ema 14.5,Red,Chile,"Granular, baked-fruit aromas are dominant, while the palate is soft and a bit hot, with sticky plum pudding flavors. Turns more sweet, candied and medicinal as it opens, while the finish is peppery and herbal.",Selected Varietal,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2008 Selected Varietal Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2008-selected-varietal-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Indomita 12,White,Italy,"Pinot Grigio Bella Donna is distinguished by a drying mineral note that comes on the heels of fresh citrus, stone fruit, spring flowers and white peppercorn. The wine is simple and clean with fresh acidity and an easy ability to pair with fried shrimp or calamari.",,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Bella Donna 2008 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-donna-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Bella Donna 13.9,Red,US,"Pretty thin for the price, this Pinot is dry and crisp and silky, with a refined mouthfeel. The only problem is that the cherry and cola flavors are watery.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Bloomfield 2007 Pinot Noir (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomfield-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bloomfield 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Formely known as Winemaker's Selection, this base-level Malbec is ultra purple and dark, with gritty, grapey aromas that are big but not all that well formed. The palate is heavy and tannic, with juicy, semi-green flavors of blackberry and boysenberry. Has power, color and size but not all the parts fit.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2008 Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2008-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2008,Andeluna 14,Red,France,"A bit muted and simple but easy to drink with a lightweight mouth and soft aromas and flavors of red plum, cherry and currant along with hints of spice on the finish.",Alexis,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2006 Alexis Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2006-alexis-red-minervois/,Red Blend,2006,Château Cabezac 13.7,White,Argentina,"Starts out strong with lemon, apple and other fresh-fruit aromas. The flavors are more mealy and warm, and the palate feel is oily. Citrus, apple, lemon and tropical fruit all make appearances, but overall the wine fades into mediocrity and pithy bitterness.",Ampakama,10,84,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2009 Ampakama Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2009-ampakama-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2009,Casa Montes 14,Red,Chile,"Dry, brambly raspberry and cherry aromas lack much varietal character, while the palate is lively with acids but the flavors are drying, herbal and peppery, with basic plum and berry at the base. Decent wine but that's about it.",,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Carma 2007 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carma-2007-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Carma 14.6,Red,US,"Lots of good flavor in this dry wine, with blackberries, black currants and herbs. But it's very hard in tannins, with a drily astringent mouthfeel that no amount of age is likely to mitigate.",Seduce,57,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Williamson Wines 2006 Seduce Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-wines-2006-seduce-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Williamson Wines 13.5,White,US,"The price is right on this Grenache Blanc-Viognier blend, but it's a pretty ordinary wine. Shows sweet, fruity flavors of apricots, lemons and pineapples, with high acidity and a tug of mint and vegetable.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Infinity 2008 White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinity-2008-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Infinity 12.5,White,Argentina,"Lightly citric and mildly tropical, but mostly it's just a simple, easygoing wine with cantaloupe and peachy flavors along with a mild, cleansing finish. Nothing special but nothing wrong, and therein lies its virtue.",,6,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Funky Llama 14,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Menfri (a “super Sicilian” blend of Nero d'Avola, Tannat and Cabernet Sauvignon) seems to have suffered from summer heat. The wine tastes jammy and sweet with aromas of prunes, plums and raisins.",Menfri,43,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Mirabile 2005 Menfri Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabile-2005-menfri-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2005,Mirabile 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a good, soft, easy-to-drink red blend. It's dry and ripe, with berry, cherry and currant flavors.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tractor Shed Red 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tractor-shed-red-2007-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Tractor Shed Red ,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward in baked fruit or pie-filling flavors of cherries and raspberries, spiced with cinnamon, anise and nutmeg. The wine is a bit simple and is ready to drink now.",,45,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Sunstone 14.5,White,US,"Awkward. Even though the oak is described as “slghtly used,” the wine is dominated by smoky caramel and vanilla aromas and flavors. Underneath are flavors of pineapples, pears and peaches.",,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terre Rouge 2008 Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2008-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2008,Terre Rouge 14,White,Chile,"Basically a clean, light, simple white with a flat/soft body and pithy, dry flavors of citrus and melon rind. Shows some bitterness on the finish along with a flash of white heat. Decent at best. Drink right away.",,10,84,Central Valley,,,Terrapura 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Terrapura 12.5,White,US,"Very crisp and slightly sweet, this simple, everyday Chardonnay has jammy flavors of pineapples, apples and lemon tarts. Pretty good for the price.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Tre 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Tre 14.9,Red,US,This bone-dry wine has rasping tannins and despite some pleasant blackberry fruit has a green herb edge of sage that gives it a leafy bitterness. Seems at its best now.,Estate Bottled,25,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia 2006 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-2006-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,La Storia 12.8,Red,US,"Upon opening, this wine showed some funky low tones that blew off after a while to reveal an unusual mix of aromas, including cotton candy, stewed prunes and fresh nuts. The light-to-medium-bodied palate is more classic, with razor-like acidity and raspberry and cherry flavors. Delicious cherry-berry finish. Try with beef stew. Drink now.",,18,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,White Springs 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-springs-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,White Springs 12,White,France,"Gently ripe wine, soft, with just the lightest hint of herbaceousness. The wine is open, with an attractive core of red apples and lime.",Sauvignon,,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Fournier Père et Fils 2007 Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2007-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Fournier Père et Fils 14,White,Chile,"Starts with stemmy, burnt aromas but after time oak notes cover things up. Apple, sweet pear, buttery oak and popcorn are the main flavors on this sweet, pithy wine that when stripped down is fairly hollow and simple.",Special Selection,15,84,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2008 Special Selection Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2008-special-selection-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,El Huique ,White,US,"Hogue's Late Harvest Riesling is an odd duck. In most usage, late harvest indicates a dessert-style wine with considerable sweetness. Here it seems more like a mass-market, tasting room wine. It's simple, off-dry, and a little papery in the finish.",Late Harvest,11,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Hogue 13,Red,US,"This is a shy little wine, with woodsy overtones on a base of plum and raspberry fruit. It's a bit thin in the mouth but has reasonable concentration, fine tannins and winds up with an appealing orange rind note. Drink now.",Vintner's Select,19,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2007 Vintner's Select Syrah (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2007-vintners-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-finger-lakes/,Syrah,2007,Glenora 14.5,White,US,"A sad approximation of the old Anthology, whose quality has been sinking in recent years. The ‘05 is not quite ripe, with vegetal notes to the blackberries and sweet oak. It's an okay wine, but this once-fine wine's best days are gone.",Anthology,50,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2005 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2005-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Conn Creek 14.9,Dessert,US,"Although the residual sugar on this dessert Zin is a hefty 9%, it's unbalanced. Doesn't have the fruity concentration it needs, leaving it basically a melange of alcohol and sweetness.",Late Harvest,24,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2008 Late Harvest Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2008-late-harvest-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Dashe Cellars 13,Red,Argentina,"Very light in color and body, with citric and chewing gum aromas along with a spot of caramel. The palate is lean, jumpy and fresh, with tart cherry and plum skin flavors. Borders on sour but doesn't quite go that far. Lean Pinot any way you slice it.",Reserve,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cruz Alta 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, gutsy, muscular Merlot marked by hard, dry tannins. That doesn't mean it's not rich. It is, in black cherries, black currants, mocha and oak, but it remains a tough, hard wine despite being nearly six years old. Not going anywhere.",Amour,45,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Williamson Wines 2004 Amour Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-wines-2004-amour-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2004,Williamson Wines 14.2,Red,US,"Really charming, with sweetish brambly fruit and smooth plum nuances. Fairly concentrated, with a juicy, date and cranberry finish. Try with barbecue. Drink now to 2011.",Arena Valley Vineyard,19,85,Idaho,,,Snake River 2007 Arena Valley Vineyard Grenache,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snake-river-2007-arena-valley-vineyard-grenache-snake-river-valley/,Grenache,2007,Snake River ,Red,US,"Sweet, grapey, raspberry fruit is smothered in sweet spices, with flavors of spun sugar candy.",Barrel Select,28,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2007 Barrel Select Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2007-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Vin du Lac 12,Red,US,"All cherry and sawdust upfront, backed up by a bed of velvety tannins. Vanilla and char notes dominate the palate while some berry-intense flavor comes through on the crisp finish. A year in the cellar would allow for some needed integration.",Il Signor Reserve,29,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Three Fox 2007 Il Signor Reserve Sangiovese (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-fox-2007-il-signor-reserve-sangiovese-virginia/,Sangiovese,2007,Three Fox ,Rose,Italy,Here's a luminous and vibrant rosato from Sicily with a saturated pink color and thick aromas of ripe raspberry and forest fruit. It has good acidity and enough heft and density in the mouth to pair with pasta or fish soup.,Regaleali Le Rose,11,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2008 Regaleali Le Rose Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2008-regaleali-le-rose-sicilia/,Rosé,2008,Tasca d'Almerita 15.4,White,US,"Alluring, intense nose of honey, beeswax and hay. The palate continues along a mineral line, with flavors of wet gravel highlighted by crisp acidity. Graham cracker notes peek through on the dry finish. Drink up.",Vino de la Familia Blanca,20,85,Arizona,Cochise County,,Page Springs 2007 Vino de la Familia Blanca Malvasia Bianca (Cochise County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/page-springs-2007-vino-familia-blanca-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-cochise-county/,Malvasia Bianca,2007,Page Springs 12.9,Red,US,"Initial aromas of vanilla, cherry, and espresso yield to fresh black earth on the palate. It's medium-bodied and crisp, with the a good spread of well-tamed tannins. Medium, one-dimensional finish. Drink now.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Goose Watch 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-watch-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Goose Watch 14.1,White,US,"Biscuit, burnt toast, and a hint of rubber dominate the nose. The fruit is light and somewhat buried—a little melon, unripe peach and pineapple. Perhaps too much barrel exposure, or over-toasted barrels?",Estate,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Gilbert Cellars 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2008-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2008,Gilbert Cellars 13.5,White,Argentina,"Good for Argentine Chard but not worth the price. It starts with mellow peach and apricot aromas, which are followed by melon, papaya and banana flavors. Easygoing in terms of feel, with a creamy, sweet finish. A typical South American tropical Chardonnay.",Grand Reserve,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2007 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2007-grand-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2007,Cruz Alta 13.5,Red,US,"There's ample varietal typicity here, with black and white pepper and meat notes on top of layers of green herbs, and licorice. Structurally, however, the wine has a few sharp elbows, with dry tannins and a disjointed oak note. All this is topped off by a pleasant, Fernet Branca-spiked finish. Drink now.",,19,85,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2007 Syrah (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-pennsylvania/,Syrah,2007,Chaddsford 14.1,Red,US,"Silky and dry, but a bit harsh and raw around the edges, with some green, unripe flavors of mint accompanying the cherries and oak. Not likely to improve, so drink now, after a good decanting.",Leepin Vineyard,45,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Churchill Cellars 2007 Leepin Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchill-cellars-2007-leepin-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Churchill Cellars 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet berry and cherry aromas are fruity and a little heavy, while the palate is solid in feel and features flavors of sweet plum and berry fruit. Chewy on the finish, with good mouthfeel. Exactly what you'd want from a wine in this price range.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Norton 14,Red,Argentina,"Plum and dry spice aromas are solid and don't steer you wrong, while the palate has reasonably good depth and feel along with sweet berry flavors that show no variety or evolution once they get going. A little sugary on the finish, but solid as a whole.",,14,85,Other,Neuquén,,Caitec 2007 Pinot Noir (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caitec-2007-pinot-noir-neuquen/,Pinot Noir,2007,Caitec 14,Red,Chile,"A stocky, meaty style of Carmenère, with earthy aromas and then sweet, choppy flavors of cherry, plums and herbs. Turns more herbal on the back side, with carob and briar on the long, fairly consistent finish. Middle-of-the-road wine that stands up to scrutiny.",Reserva,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Gracia de Chile 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracia-chile-2008-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Gracia de Chile 13.8,Red,US,"This Barbera is very pruney in the nose, with scents of smoked meat under the fruit. Despite the suggestion that the grapes got a little baked, there is plenty of acid, perhaps an indication that this varietal is difficult to get right in Washington State vineyards. Drink this one soon.",Shameless Hussy,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hard Row To Hoe 2007 Shameless Hussy Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2007-shameless-hussy-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2007,Hard Row To Hoe 13.5,Red,France,"Moderately intense on the nose with dominating earthy, forest floor notes backed by red plum guts and cherry along with a hint of vanilla ice cream with raspberry sauce swirled in. Dusty tannins flesh out the palate and the finish offers some mild black pepper spice.",Unfiltered,13,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Forge Estate 2008 Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forge-estate-2008-unfiltered-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Forge Estate 13.5,Red,US,"A good effort in the rough-and-ready genre. Aromas are straightforward plum shot through with earthy notes. The palate shows good cherry fruit and is quite gripping, with slightly rustic tannins that carry over to the short finish. Give it a year in the cellar to smooth out, then try with hearty beef dishes.",V. by Vivác Single Vineyard,22,85,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2006 V. by Vivác Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2006-v-by-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-new-mexico/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Vivác Winery 14,White,Argentina,"Clean and basic, with peach, buttercup and floral aromas. The palate is round, simple, fresh and not too acidic, with melony flavors and a soft, easygoing, monotone finish. Generic but perfectly adequate Torrontés; drink now.",Terra,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 2009 Terra Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-2009-terra-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Viniterra 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of fruity richness in this dry Syrah. Shows blackberry, chocolate, licorice and pie crust flavors. The tannins are somewhat unbalanced, suggesting work needs to be done in the vineyard.",,16,85,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Berryessa Gap 2006 Syrah (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berryessa-gap-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-yolo-county/,Syrah,2006,Berryessa Gap 14.5,Red,US,"Very, very ripe in blackberries, currants and prunes, with oak elaborations. The flavors are rich, but the wine is a bit lacking in structure and depth of interest. Drink now.",Private Reserve,40,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2006 Private Reserve Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2006-private-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2006,Château Julien ,Red,US,"Sharp, tart berry flavors come in cleanly, but the wine hits a chalky wall midpalate and refuses to open up. Re-tasted after 24 hours, it hadn't budged.",,28,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie 2007 Cabernet Franc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Camaraderie 13.5,Red,Chile,"A dark color along with blackberry and prune aromas give this fortitude. The palate is young, rubbery and acidic, with big tannins holding up dark fruit flavors that bring a hint of chocolate. Olive and herbal notes on the finish are true to the grape type.",Reserva,10,85,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2008-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Calina 13.6,Red,US,"Sweet and enticing, this is an easy-to-like wine made without obvious oak. Flavors run to plum and plum jam and though there are some stewed notes in the mouth, the overall fruit expression is quite honest. Try with roast pork. Drink now through 2011.",Nautique Esprit de Rouge,14,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery NV Nautique Esprit de Rouge Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-nv-nautique-esprit-rouge-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,,Peconic Bay Winery 12.5,Red,US,"Though the nose is a bit simple, there's some good plum and blueberry tones in the mouth. The crisp palate shows almost no tannin and winds down to a medium-length, berry-flavored finish. Try with veal chops. Drink up.",,22,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2005 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2005-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Peconic Bay Winery 13,White,France,"Tasting light, almost dilute, this is a pleasant wine with white fruit flavors and a light textured acidity. The flavors come slowly and the final acidity is only fleeting.",,24,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Mommessin 2007 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2007-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2007,Mommessin 13.5,Red,US,"This wine has a very direct appeal, with blueberry and boysenberry fruit, shot through with notes of earth and mushroom. The palate is juicy, smooth and reasonably crisp. Medium finish shows notes of forest floor and no tannin. Try with tuna in a bold sauce.",Private Reserve Double Barrel,22,85,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2006 Private Reserve Double Barrel Shiraz (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2006-private-reserve-double-barrel-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-texas/,Shiraz,2006,Messina Hof 11.5,White,Italy,"This is a fresh and uplifting blend of Cabernet and Malbech with buoyant aromas of wild berry, cranberry, blueberry and tart exotic spice. It has a smooth texture and easy concentration with sweet fruit flavors on the close.",Salbanello,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Paladin 2008 Salbanello Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paladin-2008-salbanello-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2008,Paladin 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Begins with bold mint and prune aromas, and it's also sort of foxy and sweaty. The palate is better, with saucy, tart fruit that leans toward tomato, herbs and dry berry fruit. Solid and round enough; decent with a few faults.",Reserve,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Aconcagua 2005 Reserve Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aconcagua-2005-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2005,Aconcagua 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Generic berry aromas with a hint of tomato and bramble set this off as a different breed, which it is, considering it's 78% Tannat. The palate has biting tannings and toughness, while the flavors of raspberry and strawberry are snappy. Finishes strange, with pronounced butter and foxiness. Has its positives and negatives.",Tannat-Malbec,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma de los Andes 2007 Tannat-Malbec Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-los-andes-2007-tannat-malbec-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Alma de los Andes ,White,France,"From a small appellation in the north of the Mâconnais, producing reds as well as whites, this is initially a mineral, citric wine, which broadens out with toast, fresh acidity and a good weight, with lychee and yellow fruits.",,,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Mancey,,Henri de Villamont 2008 Mâcon-Mancey,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2008-chardonnay-macon-mancey/,Chardonnay,2008,Henri de Villamont 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a pristine and crystalline Pinot Grigio with fresh tones of almond skin, orange zest, lemon drop and white mineral. The wine is sharp and slightly tart in the mouth and those zesty qualities would work well with vegetables au gratin or fried mozzarella sticks.",,13,85,,Delle Venezie,,Luna Nuda 2008 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-nuda-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Luna Nuda 12.7,Red,US,"After some initial sulfur notes blew off, intense aromas of red fruit and grilled vegetables appeared. It's a bit watery in the mouth but shows nice cherry fruit. The clipped finish winds up on a faint note of licorice. Drink now.",,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rooster Hill 13,Red,France,"Irancy produces lightweight Pinot Noir, emphasizing the freshest raspberry flavors, allied to soft, dry tannins. There is a smoky element here that is attractive. The finish, with its acidity, shows the crispness of this northern production area.",,20,85,Burgundy,Irancy,,Simonnet-Febvre 2006 Irancy,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2006-pinot-noir-irancy/,Pinot Noir,2006,Simonnet-Febvre 12,White,Italy,"Here's a luminous blend of Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Garganega with mature aromas of pine nut, mature fruit, apricot and yellow rose. The wine is very creamy and smooth in the mouth and has the natural consistency to stand up to fish or pasta. The finish is crisp and slightly sweet.",Giulietta,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2008 Giulietta White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-giulietta-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2008,Tommasi 13.5,Red,US,"Lusty and fruity, with bright flavors of berries, cherries, plums, mocha and spices, wrapped into smooth tannins. Drink now. Merlot, Cab, Syrah.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Tiz 2004 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiz-2004-red-other/,Red Blend,2004,Tiz 12,Red,US,"Nebbiolo has proved to be an enormously difficult grape to grow outside of a few small areas in Northern Italy, but Three Fox Vineyards has done an admirable job. There's pleasant strawberry fruit here with an earthy underpinning of fresh tar. In the mouth, Nebbiolo's trademark grippy tannins proved a backdrop for intense, cherry fruit. Give the tannins a few years to mellow out, then serve with London broil.",Piemontese,30,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Three Fox 2007 Piemontese Nebbiolo (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-fox-2007-piemontese-nebbiolo-virginia/,Nebbiolo,2007,Three Fox 12.6,White,US,"Shows some Riesling character in the petrol, honeysuckle and citrus fruit aromas and flavors, and that crisp Central Coast acidity makes it very bright and clean. It's a bit thin, but nice enough as an apéritif sipper.",Dry,18,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2007 Dry Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2007-dry-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2007,Claiborne & Churchill 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Candied, tutti-frutti aromas give this a sweet, somewhat faux bouquet with little concentration. But the palate is chewy and grabby enough, with solid but modest raspberry and red plum flavors. Mellow on the finish, with a decent feel. Good but not distinguished. Malbec with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Blend Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cicchitti 2007 Blend Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cicchitti-2007-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cicchitti 14.5,Red,US,"The blend includes 18% Syrah, which helps to emphasize the spice and sweet fruit flavors. But in the back, this is a stiff and fairly tannic wine, with a disconnect between the strawberry fruit and the slightly stemmy, herbal finish.",Indian Wells,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-indian-wells-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Dessert,US,"Could and should be sweeter than 3.9% residual sugar to justify being a dessert wine. Teases with somewhat sweet blackberry, chocolate and pepper flavors that pull back to a tannic, earthy finish.",Estate Grown Late Harvest,35,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2007 Estate Grown Late Harvest Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2007-estate-grown-late-harvest-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Fritz 13,White,Chile,"Opens in a soft, dusty, melony way, with cider-like flavors, melon and dryness as opposed to chiseled zest. Satisfying but on the bland side, with cider on the finish. Good for casual consumption but unexciting.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,13,85,Central Valley,,,François Lurton 2009 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-hacienda-araucano-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,François Lurton 14,Red,Argentina,"Snappy red fruit aromas endow this Cab with approachability, while the palate is clean, tasty and a little lean, with spicy, piquant raspberry flavors. Dry and peppery on the finish, but honest and clean throughout. Average wine; good value.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Niña 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nina-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Finca La Niña 13.9,Red,US,"A good honest Merlot, with vanilla, spice cake and woodsy scents followed by cherry pie flavors and a medium finish of ash and green pepper. This is a subtle and restrained wine that should appeal to fans of Bordeaux. Drink now.",,18,85,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2007 Merlot (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2007-merlot-pennsylvania/,Merlot,2007,Chaddsford 13,White,US,"The bottle states upfront that the wine is barrel fermented and aged though it's easy to figure out by the aromas of vanilla, sawdust and singed popcorn that define the nose. Some pineapple and malted milk tones peek through on the palate but the fruit is thoroughly trumped by the oak on the finish. Drink up.",French Oak,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2007 French Oak Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2007-french-oak-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Casa Larga ,White,US,"This is a perfect go-to, everyday Chardonnay, solid and light, if a bit unexciting. The fruit flavors of apple and melon are gentle and soft, and the oak treatment delicately handled. You get a little bit of buttered popcorn, but it's not a night out at the movies.",Two Vines,8,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2007 Two Vines Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-two-vines-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2007,Columbia Crest 13,White,US,"Fruity and off-dry, with jammy lemon, lime, pineapple and honey flavors. With no oak, the fruit stars in this crisp wine, which contains a drop of Sauvignon Blanc and Gewürztraminer.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Geyser Peak 13.5,White,Argentina,"A clean and easy style of Chardonnay with peach and melon aromas followed by a melony palate with nectarine and a touch of sweetness. It flattens out and loses intensity on the finish, but overall it's totally drinkable and solid.",Unoaked,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Vuelta 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vuelta-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,La Vuelta 13,Red,Italy,"There are some ripe notes here that recall candied fruit and raisin, but the wine also offers cheerful notes of cherry and wild spice. The mouthfeel is soft and supple but you definitely taste that ripe fruit at the end.",,15,85,,Garda,,Monte del Frà 2006 Corvina (Garda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2006-italian-red-corvina-garda/,Corvina,2006,Monte del Frà 12.5,White,US,"Fresh and flowery, with a seductive aromatic profile of gardenia, freesia and honeysuckle that lead to a very likeable, berryish palate. Light-bodied and off-dry, this is a good choice to serve on its own before a meal. Drink now to 2011.",Father and Son Cuvee,8,85,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2009 Father and Son Cuvee Riesling (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2009-father-son-cuvee-riesling-texas/,Riesling,2009,Messina Hof 14.8,Red,US,"Break out the barbecue for this lusty, tannic, rustic Petite Sirah. It's thick and fruity and dry, with blackberry, currant, leather and spice flavors.",,14,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Trentadue 2007 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2007-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2007,Trentadue 12.3,White,US,"Fresh and zesty, with wet stones and talcum powder upfront, followed by apple and gardenia in the mouth. It's light-bodied and slightly off-dry with a short-to-medium finish redolent of white flowers. Drink now.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2008 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2008-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Damiani 13.5,Red,Chile,"Respectable wild berry aromas are warm and fairly welcoming. The palate is full, tannic and intense, with roasted flavors of berries and beets. Slightly hot and aggressive, with saturated finishing notes of bitter chocolate and burnt toast.",Estate,14,85,Curicó Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Estate Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-estate-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2008,Errazuriz 14.5,Red,US,"Good, if a bit heavy and dull. Tastes like an older wine, with soft cherry, cocoa, licorice, spice and dried fruit flavors. Drink now.",Juliet,28,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Verotto 2006 Juliet Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verotto-2006-juliet-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2006,Verotto 13.5,Red,France,"Though not terribly complex or exciting, this is a well-made Minervois with soft red fruit and kirsch aromas backed by hints of spice and light floral characters. Approachable tannins and light acidity followed by a short, clean finish make this an easy-to-drink and enjoyable selection.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Domaine Montaude 2007 Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montaude-2007-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Montaude 13,White,France,"Very crisp, slightly lean wine, the acidity dominating the ripe Chenin flavors. Fresh apples and white currant fruit flavors come through strongly. Give it a few more months.",Les Grenouilles Sec,19,85,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine du Petit Coteau 2008 Les Grenouilles Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petit-coteau-2008-grenouilles-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine du Petit Coteau 12.5,White,Argentina,"Pungent aromas of tangerine and passionfruit get it going, so it's not shocking that the palate is zesty and citric, with flavors of passionfruit, lemon and orange. A little dilute in body, with passionfruit as the prime survivor on the finish.",Estate,16,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Doña Paula 14,Red,Argentina,"Bold, aggressive aromas of shoe polish, grainy oak, campfire and heat lead to a grabby, wide palate with sweet flavors of candied fruit and marshmallow. There's a lot of superficiality here, particular oak, but there's also legitimate Malbec fruit and character that make it worthwhile.",Estate,16,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2008 Estate Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2008-estate-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Doña Paula 13,Red,US,"Subtle, with low earthy tones set against a backdrop of black cherry and plum. The palate is crisp and intense, with a soft dusting of tannins. There are nice cherry and raspberry flavors on the finish but they fade a bit too quickly. Drink now.",,15,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2006 Merlot (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2006-merlot-other/,Merlot,2006,Brotherhood 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry and tannic now, although soft, with ripe flavors of blackberries and black currants that verge on overripe ones of prunes and raisins. This blend of Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon does not seem likely to improve.",La Conviviance,90,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2006 La Conviviance Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2006-conviviance-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Julien 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Big, bulky and granular, with high alcohol and saucy, raisiny aromas. The palate and flavors find a comfortable resting spot, and the wine's baked berry and brown sugar flavors are solid if a little forced and sweet. A rich wine that needs to be drunk soon.",Reserve,20,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Andeluna 14.5,White,US,"This Rhône white blend is fruity, slightly sweet and simple. It has jammy flavors of pineapples, lemons, limes, honeysuckle and vanilla, offset by crisp acidity.",The Maverick Alder Springs Vineyard,42,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Sunbox Eleven 2008 The Maverick Alder Springs Vineyard White (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunbox-eleven-2008-maverick-alder-springs-vineyard-white-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Sunbox Eleven ,White,US,"Opens with straightforward aromas of strawberry and cotton candy, giving way to peach and apple on the (slightly watery) palate. The unobtrusive acidity and off-dry style of this wine make it a good partner for sweeter dishes, like calamari in a candied citrus sauce. Drink now.",Semi-Dry,10,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2008-semi-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Brotherhood 12.7,Red,US,"Exhibits a pretty, almost opaque ruby color. Underneath heavy notes of vanilla and mocha from new oak, there's some nice cherry fruit as well as some char and barnyard flavors. Lacks depth but finishes on a pleasant boysenberry note. Drink now.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Goose Watch 2007 Lemberger (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-watch-2007-other-red-lemberger-finger-lakes/,Lemberger,2007,Goose Watch 12,White,US,"An unusual example of the more reserved style of Gewürtztraminer with subtle scents of ginger and spice up front, followed by understated flavors of rose and potpourri. The crisp finish is quite dry and winds up with a peach accent. Drink up before 2011.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 13.5,White,Italy,"Pinot Grigio Posto Bello (“pretty place”) has a high mineral content that recalls crushed stone and slate. Beyond those drying tones are fruity notes of citrus, pear, peach and a distinctive herbal component. The wine ends with sweet fruit flavors.",,17,85,,Alto Adige,,Posto Bello 2007 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posto-bello-2007-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2007,Posto Bello 12.5,Red,Italy,"The wine opens with a pungent aroma of ripe fruit and delivers blackberry, spice and cola as it evolves in the glass. It imparts a thick, chewy feel in the mouth with a rich finish.",,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natale Verga 2007 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2007-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Natale Verga 13.5,Red,Chile,"A full, generic berry fruit opening is not such a bad thing for value-priced Chilean Merlot. Fresh and fruity in the mouth, with no hard edge or bite. A mild herbal layer settles in on the finish. Tight and solid overall.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2008,Cono Sur 14.5,Red,US,"As with the Indian Wells Cabernet, winemaker Bob Bertheau is using a considerable amount of Syrah (19%) to beef up the flavors. The Merlot here seems a bit light, it fades out in midpalate. There is a chalkiness to the finish, and the tannins are just a little green.",Indian Wells,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Indian Wells Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-indian-wells-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a fresh and floral wine with an easy disposition and vibrant aromas of citrus and spring flowers. The body is light and lean—as informal Pinot Grigio should be—and the wine ends with a zesty blast of acidity. We like this vintage much more than 2006.,,12,85,,Delle Venezie,,Bivio 2007 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bivio-2007-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2007,Bivio 12,White,Italy,"Tommasi presents a light and informal Pinot Grigio that would wash down beautifully with salad, grilled vegetables, fish or chicken. Fragrances here include ripe peach and honey and the wine offers a playful touch of sweetness in the mouth.",Vigneto Le Rosse,15,85,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2008 Vigneto Le Rosse Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-vigneto-le-rosse-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Tommasi 12,Red,Italy,"Tommasi's easy-going Romeo is a well-priced Italian red with fresh aromas of wild berries, blue flowers and slight shadings of sweet spice. Complete with a screw-cap closure, the wine would work well at picnics and informal lunches.",Romeo,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2008 Romeo Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-romeo-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2008,Tommasi ,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward in baked fruit or pie-filling flavors of cherries and raspberries, spiced with cinnamon, anise and nutmeg. The wine is a bit simple and is ready to drink now.",Reserve,48,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Reserve Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Sunstone 13,White,US,"Intriguing due to its aromatic complexity, this wine offers up caramel, honey, citrus and brown sugar notes that slide into a crisp palate that has sweet flavors but little residual sugar. Medium, pear-accented finish. Drink now.",,17,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Keuka Spring 13,Red,Argentina,"Dry and smoky on one hand, but also somewhat damp and soupy on the nose. This is a medium-to-full PN with a dark color and a mix of sweet and dry flavors as well as chunky oak and chocolate on the back palate. Creamy, sweet and showing a lot of barrel influence.",Reserva,21,85,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Luigi Bosca 2008 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2008-reserva-pinot-noir-maipu/,Pinot Noir,2008,Luigi Bosca 12,White,Italy,"This is a cheerful and well-priced Pinot Grigio that offers fresh tones of peach, pear and citrus. The wine is simple and clean and would pair with spicy Indian or Thai food.",,13,85,,Delle Venezie,,Sartori 2008 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Sartori 14.6,Red,US,"This Merlot-Zinfandel blend is very dry, full-bodied and rustic, with blackberry, currant, herb and cedar flavors that have bitter tobacco notes on the finish. Good with everyday fare.",Winemaker's Select Old Sonoma,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Mission Hardware 2007 Winemaker's Select Old Sonoma Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hardware-2007-winemakers-select-old-sonoma-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Mission Hardware ,Red,US,"Forward and flavorful, this brings together five different grapes from eight different vineyards, though it is mostly (70%) Wahluke Slope Cabernet Sauvignon. I found a hint of funk, cooked raisin, and lots of baking spices. Penetrating, unusual flavors, but overall not quite together.",,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Powers ,White,US,"An interesting Chardonnay that does not quite all come together. Lemons, orange peel and other lively citrus aromas are mixed in with flavors of grain—cracker, oatmeal, and so on. The finish confuses rather than blends.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Le Chateau 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chateau-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Le Chateau 14,Red,Argentina,"Fairly stemmy on the nose, with rhubarb and raspberry pushing things to the red fruit side. The palate feel is dry and basic, while the flavors of cherry and raspberry are candied and sweet. Somewhat sugary on the finish, but good for the little-known region of Catamarca.",Reserve,13,85,Other,Catamarca,,Alto 3 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Catamarca),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-3-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-catamarca/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Alto 3 13,White,Argentina,"Not bad for basic Argentine Chardonnay. The nose has banana and tropical fruit aromas to go with dried hay, while the soft-bodied palate has enough acidity to keep it flowing. Flavors of melon, banana and vanilla are solid even though it flattens out and shows mild bitterness on the finish.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Niña 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nina-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Finca La Niña 14,Red,Chile,"Roasted, floral, candied aromas precede a zesty, medium-weight palate of red plum, cherry and herbal flavors. The palate is juicy and acidic, with racy red fruit and scour and scrape to the finish. Straightforward Carmenère without much softness or richness.",Reserva,,85,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2007 Reserva Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2007-reserva-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Echeverria ,Red,US,"Light in flavor, with pale red fruits, this includes 17% Cabernet and 6% Merlot. It has an underlying herbal, green olive character, but it's a decent, all-purpose bottle of red.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2007 Shiraz (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-columbia-valley-wa/,Shiraz,2007,Hogue 13,Red,Argentina,"Candied cherry aromas are simple and sweet, while the young, jammy palate is clean, fresh and offers basic berry flavors. Finishes with some thickness, but overall this is the type of wine that we can recommend at $6.",,6,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Funky Llama 14.5,Red,France,"Ripe black plum and berry dominate the nose and mouth on this Merlot, with appropriate accents of coffee granules and black pepper to spice things up. Lightweight but round with a medium-length finish.",Sélection Delas,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Delas Frères 2007 Sélection Delas Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2007-selection-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2007,Delas Frères 13,Red,France,"A great selection for those seeking an affordable organically grown Merlot. Ripe red berries along with notes of mocha and spearmint unfold on the nose, while red plum and cherry take center stage in the mouth. With solid structure and good balance, this is sure to be a crowd pleaser.",Originel Made with Organically Grown Grapes,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Originel Made with Organically Grown Grapes Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-originel-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2008,Barton & Guestier 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, tannic and dry Syrah that seems built for the cellar, but an unripe note of green peppercorn verging on bell pepper rules that out. So drink now and appreciate the blackberries and oak.",DTR Ranch,38,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Terre Rouge 2007 DTR Ranch Syrah (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-dtr-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Syrah,2007,Terre Rouge 13,White,Italy,"Here's a creamy expression of Pinot Grigio with a saturated, golden color and dense aromas of cantaloupe, apricot, almond and yellow rose. The wine is rich and textured in the mouth with a dense, long-lasting finish and a slightly sour aftertaste.",Vigneti Le Marsure,,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Teresa Raiz 2008 Vigneti Le Marsure Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2008-vigneti-le-marsure-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Teresa Raiz 13.4,Dessert,US,"Basically a dessert wine because it jumps beyond the off-dry line into overtly sweet. Shows pastry-filling flavors of apricots and pineapples, with rich vanilla and smoky honey overtones.",White,24,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,V. Sattui 2008 White Riesling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-white-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Riesling,2008,V. Sattui 12.4,Red,US,"The pretty nose of vanilla, cherry juice and spice leads to a crisp palate of cranberry and orange peel. There's good concentration and a nice mouthfeel but a persistent note of sawdust is a bit distracting. Try with grilled meat. Drink now to 2011.",Reserve,35,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2007 Reserve Lemberger (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2007-reserve-other-red-lemberger-finger-lakes/,Lemberger,2007,Rooster Hill 13,Red,Italy,"This is a simple and cheerful Nero d'Avola that would pair well with white meats such as roast chicken or pork. Aromas here include blueberry, forest berry and there's a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Regaleali,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2008 Regaleali Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2008-regaleali-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Tasca d'Almerita 13.5,White,Argentina,"Yellow-ish in color, heavy on the nose, more oily than in the past, and with an aroma of cheap perfume. The wine has high acidity, a zesty bite, but not much in the middle, and thus the flavors of mango, melon and papaya are wan. Good for quaffing but not on a par with previous years.",,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Tomero 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a rich and well-concentrated Pinot Grigio that feels great in the mouth. On the nose an otherwise pristine bouquet is accented by apricot, honey, Golden Delicious apple and pear.",Mongris,18,86,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2008 Mongris Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2008-mongris-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Marco Felluga 12.5,White,France,"Clean, clear Sauvignon, as fresh as can be, but with some fatness to it. There are good gooseberry and green herb flavors, only the lightest of textures. Drink now.",La Charnivolle,,86,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Fournier Père et Fils 2007 La Charnivolle (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2007-charnivolle-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Fournier Père et Fils 12,White,Italy,"Easy, fresh and buoyant, this luminous Pinot Grigio offers pretty aromas of citrus, pear and white mineral. The wine tastes fresh and easygoing and offers a clean, zesty feel on the close. Pair it with tomato and basil bruschetta.",,11,86,,Delle Venezie,,Fontana d'Italia 2008 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontana-ditalia-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Fontana d'Italia 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh and easygoing Nero d'Avola with light consistency and tonic aromas of berry fruit, cherry and almond paste. You can taste the ripe quality of fruit here and the wine is simple and genuine on the finish.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Capo Soprano 2007 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2007-capo-soprano-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Capo Soprano 14.6,Red,US,"This is a good vineyard and it's a decent wine but not a great one. It's overripe, as shown by the raisiny flavors and a certain peppery heat. But it will be fine with a big barbecued chunk of beef.",White Hawk Vineyard,52,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,George IV 2006 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/george-iv-2006-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,George IV ,Red,US,"A little overripe, with a raisiny punch, but otherwise this is a nice, smooth and fruity wine. Show deep, chocolaty flavors of berries and pepper. Drink now.",Estate Reserve,40,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2007 Estate Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2007-estate-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Fritz 14.5,Red,Chile,"Good body and a fair amount of richness here. The nose is on the heavier, rubbery side, and it dulls down rather than expands. On the palate, Huique is warm, sweet, figgy and a little syrupy, with soft fruit and a touch of bitterness on the finish.",,13,86,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2007 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2007-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,El Huique 13.5,Red,France,"Fresh, fruity and inviting, here's an easygoing, ready-to- drink Corbières with strong red fruit flavors of cherry and plum and hints of garrigue. Light weight, soft tannins and balanced acidity make this a crowd pleaser that's sure to pair well with most meat or game-based dishes. Drink now.",Le Prieuré,12,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château de Vaugelas 2007 Le Prieuré Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vaugelas-2007-le-prieure-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,2007,Château de Vaugelas 13.5,Red,France,"A balanced and straightforward wine boasting strong dark fruit flavors of black cherry and berry along with accents of milk chocolate and licorice. Medium weight with a soft structure, approachable tannins and a clean finish. Drink now.",,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château Lamy 2006 Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamy-2006-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château Lamy 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Regular but inviting, with good berry aromas and only a modicum of baked-fruit grit to the nose. The palate is solid and fruity, with lively, grapey berry and black-cherry flavors. Finishes smooth, with chocolate notes. Easygoing, simple Malbec from San Juan province.",Ampakama,10,86,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2008 Ampakama Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2008-ampakama-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2008,Casa Montes 13.5,White,US,"A fuller, richer, more broadly fruity version of the winery's Two Vines offering, this crowd-pleasing Chardonnay slathers the palate with buttery brioche, apple and Asian pear. A little more acidity would help; give it a chill to compensate.",Grand Estates,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2008 Grand Estates Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-grand-estates-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Columbia Crest ,Red,US,"This is consistent with the other 2007 reds from Camaraderie. Fresh, forward red fruit comes up quickly, but stops abruptly, with a wash of astringent acidity. Many hours of breathing failed to open up the flavors further.",,28,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Camaraderie 13.5,Red,Chile,"As per usual, this wine offers solid berry fruit aromas as well as good balance and varietal correctness. The palate feel is balanced and fresh, while the flavors of cassis, berry and oak are properly welded together. Finishes with a touch of chocolate and wood spice.",Reserva,10,86,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2008 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2008-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2008,Calina 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Jammy black fruit aromas are pleasant, while the palate has a feel and flow that rolls along nicely. Tastes of baked black fruits and vanilla, while the finish is solid and keeps its form. Slightly herbal if you did deep, but good overall especially when you consider the price.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bautista Simona 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bautista-simona-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bautista Simona 15.5,Red,US,"A lusty, soft Syrah, packed with flavor, for drinking now with rich meats and stews. Dry and tannic, it bursts with blackberries, black currants, cocoa and pepper, with an edge of green mint.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Jaffurs ,White,US,"A light style, with straightforward citrus and green apple fruit, this widely available Chardonnay is clean and generic, unoaked and bone dry.",Genesis,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Genesis Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-genesis-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Hogue 13.8,Red,US,"An easy-drinking red blend, made for near term enjoyment. The blend is 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Cab Franc, 10% Syrah and 10% Zinfandel. All quite ripe and wrapped in smoky chocolate. The finish gets a little chalky.",Iron Bed Red,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hard Row To Hoe 2007 Iron Bed Red Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2007-iron-bed-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2007,Hard Row To Hoe 12.9,White,US,"There's quite a generous amount of oak on this medium-weight white, but it's well done in the style. Butter, vanilla and pear are the opening notes followed by caramel on the viscous palate. Nutty, short-to-medium finish. Drink now to one year.",Estate Bottled,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2007 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2007-estate-bottled-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Lamoreaux Landing 13.5,White,Italy,"Bollini Pinot Grigio offers satisfying sensations of crisp lemon, stone fruit and melon. The wine is slightly sweet in the mouth and fills in the rear with pretty floral and fruit flavors. Pair it with finger foods and appetizers. With almost 200,000 cases made, this wine should be easy to locate.",,14,86,,Trentino,,Bollini 2008 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Bollini 14,Red,US,"Every effort seems to have been made to extract the maximum amount of richness from this wine, but the result is simply heavy, not to mention oaky and drily tannic. The tastes of are ripe mashed blackberries, anise, pepper and dark, unsweetened cocoa.",Big River Ranch,38,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Bella 2007 Big River Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2007-big-river-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Bella 13.9,Red,Chile,"A bit sweet and candied on the nose, palate and finish, but good if you like creamy, sweet, vanilla notes in your Cabernet. The feel is sort of soft and soupy, while flavors of candied, gummy red berry and prune maintain enough vitality to bring things home. A lot like a cherry-cola ice cream float.",The Flying Winemaker,13,86,Maipo Valley,,,Cameron Hughes 2007 The Flying Winemaker Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-flying-winemaker-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 13.6,Red,US,"Though a bit sulfury at first, some nice aromas of grilled vegetables come through, followed by cedar chips and dragon fruit. It's fairly one-dimensional in the mouth, though nicely structured, with ripe acidity and gentle tannins. Short, dried-cherry finish. Try with grilled flank steak. Drink now.",,22,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Peconic Bay Winery 12.5,Red,France,"Sweet, strawberry jelly aromas lead to a wine that shows ripe, spiced and red plum flavors lifted by definite wood characters. The acidity is a constant right through this attractive wine.",Le Clé Saint-Pierre Oak Aged,14,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Mommessin 2007 Le Clé Saint-Pierre Oak Aged (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2007-le-cle-saint-pierre-oak-aged-gamay-bourgogne/,Gamay,2007,Mommessin 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an interesting Sicilian expression of the French grape Tannat with black, inky aromas of soda, balsam, spice, mesquite and smoked ham. The wine closes with bright acidity and mouth-puckering astringency.",,28,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Mirabile 2005 Tannat (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabile-2005-other-red-tannat-sicilia/,Tannat,2005,Mirabile 14,Red,Argentina,"A simple, jammy-smelling wine with cherry aromas and a whiff of citrus too. Young, vibrant, acidic and juicy on the palate, with energetic but rubbery berry and plum flavors. Good yet basic wine overall, with heat on the finish.",Centenario Reserve,12,86,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2007 Centenario Reserve Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2007-centenario-reserve-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2007,Graffigna 14,Red,Argentina,"Gritty, medicinal, almost reduced aromas of blueberry are devoid of softness, while the palate is also kind of tight and tough. Seems more clipped and underdone than the 2005, with narrow tannins and a medicinal burn. Has its merits and its intentions seem true, but something's not quite clicking here.",Select,21,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Inacayal 2006 Select Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inacayal-2006-select-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Inacayal 13.6,Red,US,"Modest in alcohol, which is nice, but it comes at the price of richness. This is a lean, earthy wine whose acidity and tannins co-star with the cherries and tobacco. Drink now.",,38,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Raymond Burr 2007 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-burr-2007-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Raymond Burr 13.9,Red,US,"A good Merlot that shows a fine structure, without much complexity. The wine is dry and tannic and soft, with blackberry, black cherry, plum and oak flavors. Ready now.",Estate Bottled,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2005 Estate Bottled Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2005-estate-bottled-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2005,St. Supéry 14,White,Chile,"This winery is part of the Santa Carolina group, and the Cefiro Chardonnay is toasted and mildly buttery and baked, with spiced apple and mild citrus flavors. The palate is basic but controlled, with a toasty, vanilla-tinged finish. Standard and familiar, but well executed.",Cefiro Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2008 Cefiro Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2008-cefiro-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Viña Casablanca ,Red,US,"Blended with 18% Merlot, this shows a mix of black cherry, fig and sweet prune fruit flavors. Some smoke from barrel aging comes in, and it's good right up to the finish, which has a gluey undertone.",Barrel Select,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2007 Barrel Select Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2007-barrel-select-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Vin du Lac 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Looks good in the glass, with dry, peppery, tomato leaf aromas along with leather and some burning brush. Has a good feel to it, with proper acidity. The flavors are snappy and peppery as they suggest pie cherry and red raspberry. Mildy spicy and toasty on the finish.",Broquel,17,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2007 Broquel Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2007-broquel-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2007,Trapiche 12,White,Italy,"A popular restaurant choice, Santa Margherita epitomizes the light, breezy style that has made Pinot Grigio an American sweetheart. Aromas include peach, citrus, honey and pear. The wine is crisp and clean in the mouth with very friendly alcohol at an approachable 12%.",,25,86,,Alto Adige,,Santa Margherita 2008 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Santa Margherita 13,White,Chile,"Opens with a mix of minerality, citrus and powdery white fruit scents. The palate packs tang and zest, while the flavors of green apple and lemon are lean, crisp and citric through the finish. Fresh but a little sharp and monotone.",Selected Terroir,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Selected Terroir Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-selected-terroir-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Santa Ema 13.8,Red,US,"A bit heavy and full-bodied for a Pinot Noir, with jammy, pie filling cherry and cola flavors. Turns chocolaty on the finish, like pudding. Delicious, but the structure is off.",Runestone,40,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2007 Runestone Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2007-runestone-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Claiborne & Churchill 12,Rose,France,"Crisp, dry, light wine, its freshness coming from redcurrant fruits. A gentle caramel overlay gives extra weight.",Rosé,15,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau 2008 Rosé Cabernet Franc (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-bouqueteau-2008-rose-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau 14,White,Chile,"A common nose of apple, mild toast and baked corn is about what you'd expect from this brand and Chile. Like its cousin called Cefiro (from Viña Casablanca), it's geared toward apple, spice and vanilla. Not overoaked or forced; good but basic.",Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Santa Carolina 14.2,Red,US,"There are green, stalky flavors in this wine that suggest unripe grapes. The vineyard is in a very cool area and the vintage was a cool one. Disappointing, despite a silky texture and some pleasant cherry fruit and oak notes.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,59,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"There's a touch of unripeness in this wine that shows up as a taste of green peppercorn, although it's very subtle, and the blackberry and black cherry fruit quickly washes it away. Other than that, the wine is dry and rich in tannins. Drink now.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2007 Monarch Mine Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2007-monarch-mine-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2007,Terre Rouge 14,Red,France,"As the name suggests, this wine is loaded with herbal notes of the garrigue in the form of a Southern France bouquet garni—rosemary, thyme and menthol—alongside accents of red currant and cherry. Nicely balanced and vibrant on the palate with a medium-length finish.",La Garrigue,7,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2006 La Garrigue Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2006-garrigue-red-minervois/,Red Blend,2006,Château Cabezac 13.5,Red,France,"With 40% Grenache, 40% Syrah, 20% Carignan and no oak aging, this is a fresh and juicy wine with characteristics of black cherry, black berry, thyme, Asian spice and cola. Solid acidity and a medium finish make this an easy pleaser.",Grande Tradition,17,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château du Donjon 2007 Grande Tradition Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-donjon-2007-grande-tradition-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château du Donjon 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts with baked, candied, mildly raisiny aromas that hint at expiration, but the wine has good grab and acidity on the palate along with dry fruit flavors, licorice and spice. Persistent but not special, with a light, supple finish. It's 72% Malbec with Bonarda and Syrah.",Amado Sur,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2007 Amado Sur Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2007-amado-sur-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Trivento 14,Red,US,"With an opaque brick color and notes of toasty French oak, this wine announces its lofty ambitions. The fruit is subsumed by the oak right now but there is enough stuffing here to warrant aging for several years to allow for more integration. Smooth tannins suggest a lighter meat dish such as shepherd's pie.",Hodder Hill,28,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Glen Manor 2007 Hodder Hill Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-manor-2007-hodder-hill-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Glen Manor 12.5,Red,US,"Intense and extracted, with vanilla and char aromas upfront and cherry schnapps flavors in the mouth. Smooth tannins suggest a lean meat such as veal cutlets. Drink now to 2011.",Reserve,22,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Christiano Family 2005 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christiano-family-2005-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Christiano Family 14,Red,Chile,"Cherry cough drop and other red fruit, medicinal aromas set up a standard, fresh palate with racy berry flavors and mild oak as a backdrop. Finishes with good smack, feel and controlled wood notes, but not much complexity or finesse.",,9,86,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2008 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2008-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2008,Echeverria 13,Red,US,"Ambitious and concentrated, with an inky color and a juicy, mouthwatering palate framed by mature blackberry and raspberry fruit. A pronounced char note on the nose follows through to a medium, slightly tart finish. Try with barbecued pork belly. Already showing signs of earthy maturity, this wine is unlikely to benefit from further aging though the firm acid will allow it to keep another year or two.",,35,86,Missouri,Missouri,,Mount Pleasant Winery 2006 Norton (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-pleasant-winery-2006-other-red-norton-missouri/,Norton,2006,Mount Pleasant Winery 13,Red,Italy,Frappato is a light and fruit-forward Sicilian grape that makes a crisp and refreshing red wine that is often served slightly chilled with pasta or fish. Paolo Calì shows deep expertise with the variety and offers an extremely food-friendly expression with bright berry nuances.,Mandragola,22,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Vittoria Frappato,,Paolo Calì 2008 Mandragola (Vittoria Frappato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-cali-2008-mandragola-italian-red-frappato-vittoria-frappato/,Frappato,2008,Paolo Calì 11.5,White,US,"A sinewy wine that begins with ginger, lemon curd and white peach that give way to a slightly watery palate with a silky texture and good acidity to balance the substantial residual sugar. The short-to-medium finish ends on a candied ginger note. Drink now.",Semi-Dry,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Bellangelo 12,White,France,"Crisp grapefruit and citrus character, with tight lime zest acidity. While the wine is full in the mouth, it has the brightest acidity, pear juice and a final pepper burst.",Cuvée Prestige Sur Lie,12,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Coteaux de la Loire,,Domaine Guindon 2008 Cuvée Prestige Sur Lie (Muscadet Coteaux de la Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guindon-2008-cuvee-prestige-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-coteaux/,Melon,2008,Domaine Guindon 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Quite creamy and sweet on the nose, with marshmallow and candy aromas that are not that convincing. Solid in the mouth, with herbal fruit, chocolate and plump tannins, body and extract. Better in terms of mouthfeel and concentration than flavor. Malbec, with Cabernet, Syrah and Petit Verdot.",Atemporal,22,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2007 Atemporal Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2007-atemporal-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Alta Vista 13.5,Red,Italy,"Avide presents a simple and fresh Cerauolo di Vittoria with vibrant aromas of berry fruit, forest floor and almond marzipan. The wine is tight and tonic and would pair nicely with Chinese chicken salad or cold pasta with cubed mozzarella, tomato and basil.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Avide 2006 Cerasuolo di Vittoria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2006-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2006,Avide 14,Red,Chile,"Smells candied and wayward, with a whiff of green to go with overt creamy qualities. Not as fruity and forward as most Chilean Malbecs, which is most likely attributable to its cool, southerly Bio Bio roots. Tastes a little green and stocky, but is still a good wine when weighed in total.",Gran Reserva,20,86,Bío Bío Valley,,,Agustinos 2007 Gran Reserva Malbec (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2007-gran-reserva-malbec-bio-bio-valley/,Malbec,2007,Agustinos 13,Red,France,"Another great value from The Humble Winemaker, producer of the Arrogant Frog wines. Raspberry and blueberry flavors abound with accents of cocoa and foliage. Lightweight but round and well structured with a moderate finish.",Lily Pad Noir,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Arrogant Frog 2008 Lily Pad Noir Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrogant-frog-2008-lily-pad-noir-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arrogant Frog 13.6,Red,US,"Heady aromas of Cointreau, licorice and black fruit are backed up by a rich palate of raspberry and tropical nuts. This readily likeable wine is moderately crisp and shows a fine tannin structure. Try with Swiss steak. Best now to 2011.",Cabernet Franc-Lemberger,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2007 Cabernet Franc-Lemberger Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2007-cabernet-franc-lemberger-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2007,Anthony Road 13,Red,France,"A somewhat simple though well-balanced wine with scents of baby powder, cocoa dust, black cherry and raspberry. The palate shows a bit more heft with notes of purple flowers and soft plum guts. Juicy and approachable with soft tannins and a medium-length finish.",,16,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Château de Jau 2006 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jau-2006-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Jau 12.5,White,France,"A lightweight wine, very crisp and citrusy, floating easily with attractive freshness. The fruit comes over with some good apple skin textures and a vibrant, bright aftertaste.",,12,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2008 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2008-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2008,Georges Duboeuf 15.5,Red,US,"The winery also makes Barbera, and this shares with that wine a certain ultra-ripe, Port-like aroma. Here the alcohol hits 15.5%, and there is less supporting acidity. Barrel flavors dominate—vanilla, tobacco, and liquorous heat.",,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hard Row To Hoe 2007 Primitivo (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2007-zinfandel-primitivo-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Primitivo,2007,Hard Row To Hoe 12.5,Red,US,"Several years of aging has brought out some nice leather and barnyard tones that blend well with the raspberry and cherry fruit. Pleasant vanilla notes grace the moderately long and gripping finish. Although it was quite pretty when first opened, this wine declines in the glass and should therefore be drunk up as soon as possible. Try with smoked meats.",Estate Bottled,25,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2001 Estate Bottled Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2001-estate-bottled-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2001,Raphael 14,White,Chile,"The source for this wine is now Limarí, and it offers plenty of barrel toast to go with stemmy apple and peach aromas. There's a lot of acidity here, so expect racy, almost sour citrus and apple flavors in front of a long, aggressive finish.",Marques de Casa Concha,19,86,Limarí Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-marques-casa-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Concha y Toro 13,Red,Italy,"This is a very tight and compact wine with sharp aromas of berry fruit, almond, clove and cola. It's elegant and light in color with a tonic and crisp feel on the close.",Il Frappato,20,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Vittoria Frappato,,Valle dell'Acate 2008 Il Frappato (Vittoria Frappato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2008-il-frappato-italian-red-frappato-vittoria-frappato/,Frappato,2008,Valle dell'Acate 13.5,Red,US,"A little rough around the edges, but this two-county Cabernet shows plenty of varietal character. It's dry, full-bodied and tannic, with good blackberry and currant flavors. Drink now.",,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Tudal 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tudal 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and properly ripe, with just a touch of medicinal mint on the nose. The palate is concentrated and clean, with solid blackberry and plum flavors. Mellow and relatively smooth on the finish. Perfectly appropriate for everyday consumption; 50% Malbec and 50% Cab Sauvignon.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sur de los Andes 2007 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sur de los Andes 19,Dessert,US,"The exceptional sweetness of this dessert wine goes a long way to mask its flaws. Once the palate has enjoyed the waves of honey, caramel and chocolate, it notices that the actual grape flavors of blackberries are a bit weak and finish fast. Would benefit enormously from greater concentration of fruit.",Doce Da Alma,38,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Doce Da Alma Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-doce-alma-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Sunstone 13,Red,US,Enticing aromas of raspberry and cherry cordial open up this crisp Merlot from the North Fork. There's a decent level of intensity in the mouth and medium body. Coffee and sawdust dominate the short-to-medium finish. Drink now to two years.,,18,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2007 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2007-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Martha Clara 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a clean Pinot Grigio in a screwcap bottle with pristine aromas of citrus, pear and peach blossom. The wine is tonic and lean in the mouth with fresh zest on the close and a crisp, easygoing finish.",,11,86,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2008 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Lagaria 14.7,Red,US,"A touch of raisins and raisinskin bitterness compromises this wine. Other than that, it's bone dry and tannic, with exuberant blackberry, black currant and dark chocolate flavors.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,La Storia 14,Red,Chile,"A bit on the heavy and stewed side, but good in terms of fruit content. The feel is rich, rubbery and tannic, while the flavors run toward medicinal, syrupy berry fruit and then a warm, lightly baked sweetness on the finish. Ripe and rugged Chilean Cabernet.",,17,86,Maipo Valley,,,Koyle 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Koyle 14,White,Chile,"If an oaky, full-bodied, tropical Chardonnay is not your type, then read no further. This is a woody, sweet, popcorn and candy style of wine with intense sweet apple and peach chracter amplified by dry, toasty, vanilla-pounding oak. Not an exact or level wine, but definitely full of power and barrel influence.",Amplus,24,86,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Amplus Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-amplus-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Santa Ema 13,Red,Italy,"Here is a clean and simple wine from a Sicilian cooperative of growers with bright aromas of blueberry, raspberry and white almond. You'll also get cherry cola and chopped mint.",Calìo,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2007 Calìo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2007-calio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a delicate and light expression of the hearty Sicilian Nero d'Avola grape with tones of pressed flowers, wet earth and cola. It's an easy and simple wine—no complications here—that would pair nicely with pasta or pizza.",Mistral,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Vasari 2007 Mistral Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasari-2007-mistral-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Vasari 13.1,Red,US,"A nice marriage of the structured Cabernet Franc grape and the juicy, easy-to-drink Lemberger, this wine has a polished nose of cinnamon, vanilla, orange rind and black currant. Crisp and smooth in the mouth, with a tinge of espresso. Dusty, woody tannins dominate the raspberry-flavored finish. Pair with flavorful beef dishes. Drink now to 2012.",,17,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Swedish Hill 2007 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swedish-hill-2007-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Swedish Hill 14.2,Red,US,"Ripe and dry, with smooth flavors of cherries, violets, plum sauce, carob and spice. But turns bitter and sharp toward the finish, with an espresso scour.",Stagecoach Vineyard,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2005 Stagecoach Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2005-stagecoach-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2005,Miner 13.2,Red,US,"Plum, cherry and licorice notes make for a strong opening. While there are a few too many char notes in the mouth, there's also good concentration and lovely earth undertones. Winds up with a juicy vanilla bean note. Try with barbecued ribs. Drink now to 2011.",,35,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2007 Syrah (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-long-island-north-fork/,Syrah,2007,Macari 12.5,Red,US,"A bit shy, but some air will help coax out aromas of vanilla and cherry jam. The palate has medium acid and the faintest whiff of tannins while some leather and horse notes come out on the short-to-medium finish. Well done in an easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing style.",Josie's Knoll Reserve,19,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2006 Josie's Knoll Reserve Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2006-josies-knoll-reserve-merlot-monticello/,Merlot,2006,Lovingston 14,Red,Chile,"A good, simple Carmenère with burnt rubber and crusty fruit aromas sitting in front of young, rubbery cassis and berry flavors. Not a whole lot of the variety's herbal, saucy side; instead it's a short, clean wine that's fresh and easy to drink.",Reserva,9,86,Central Valley,,,Quasar 2007 Reserva Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2007-reserva-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Quasar 14.6,Red,US,"A bit brawny, with sweet, pie-filling flavors of blackberries and cherries, sprinkled with cocoa, cinnamon and pepper, like a Starbucks drink. Shows the rich tannins and briary notes of a Dry Creek Valley red.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Les Caves Roties de Pente 2006 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-roties-pente-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Les Caves Roties de Pente 13,Red,Italy,"A nice improvement since the last vintage tasted, Violino (a pure expression of Nero d'Avola vinified in stainless steel) offers easy aromas of wild berry, bramble and forest floor. There's a green, spicy element to the nose that is offset by the ripeness of the fruit.",Violino,22,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Paolo Calì 2007 Violino Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-cali-2007-violino-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Paolo Calì 14.7,Red,US,"Tannic and extracted, with oak currently dominating. All you get now is vanilla, caramel and buttered toast aromas and flavors. Underneath are blackberries and chocolate, and considerable tannins. Could resolve in the cellar, but it's a gamble.",,64,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tres Sabores 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tres Sabores 14,White,Argentina,"Light, inoffensive, mildly salinic and sporting melon, lychee and lime aromas and flavors. This is yet another basic, clean, generic, slightly pithy Torrontés made for immediate consumption. Smells nice, tastes good and goes down without a fuss.",Reserva,11,86,Other,Cafayate,,Finca El Origen 2009 Reserva Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2009-reserva-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,Finca El Origen ,White,US,"Hogue is making a lot of Pinot Grigio, maybe the most in the state, done in a tart, high acid style with emphasis on fruit skin flavors—lemon zest, orange peel, pear skin and green apples. A fine food wine.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Hogue 14.8,Red,US,"There's a rustic feeling in the mouth, as though the tannins aren't fully ripened. That famous Dry Creek spiciness also contributes to the scoury, briary texture. Elaborate oak stands out in stark relief to the blackberries and cherries. The result is somewhat erratic, but could knit together in a few years.",Hawley Vineyard,32,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2006 Hawley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2006-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hawley 14,Red,France,"A straightforward, superb value wine perfect for a roast or rack of whatever dinner with friends. Lively and balanced with beautiful red fruit flavors accented by notes of olive and licorice on the finish. With 900 cases produced, grab what you can but enjoy it soon.",La Tradition,8,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2005 La Tradition Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2005-tradition-red-minervois/,Red Blend,2005,Château Cabezac 12.5,Red,France,"A tight wine, the acidity and green pepper character very prominent. It is definitely a food wine, the dry tannins just ready to cut through rich meat. On its own, it is packed with a fruit salad of red berry fruits.",,10,86,Loire Valley,Cheverny,,Domaine le Portail 2008 Red (Cheverny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-portail-2008-red-cheverny/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine le Portail 13,Red,France,"Moderate intensity on the nose, with aromas of small red berries, blueberry and thyme. The mouthfeel is light and low acid with soft tannins and subtle flavors of fruit skins. Drink now.",Réserve du Château,18,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château de Sérame 2007 Réserve du Château Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serame-2007-reserve-du-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Sérame 14.8,Red,US,"Although this Zinfandel is technically dry, it tastes sweet, like a black cherry tart complexed with cinnamon, brown sugar, anise, vanilla and a splash of rum. The richness is balanced by firm tannins and good acidity. Still, that sweetness reprises on the finish, with a hit of port. Ready now.",Florence Vineyard,32,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2007 Florence Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2007-florence-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dashe Cellars ,Red,US,"This pure Cabernet is a stubborn beast—a full 24 hours after being opened it was still shut down tightly, almost as if bottle shocked. Just a hint of leather in the nose, with extremely compact black fruits and firm tannins.",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DaMa 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,DaMa 13.8,Red,Argentina,"A lot of raisin and licorice on the nose hint at overripeness, but there's also a fair amount of minty green. The palate feel is wide and chunky, but soft, with prune and baked berry flavors. Raisin, chocolate and coffee are present on the jammy finish.",Alberto Furque,,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Bodega Aconquija 2006 Alberto Furque Syrah (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-aconquija-2006-alberto-furque-shiraz-syrah-syrah-uco-valley/,Syrah,2006,Bodega Aconquija 13.1,Rose,US,"While a bit funky on the nose, with prominent oak-derived vanilla notes, this wine delivers in the mouth, with a fullish body and strawberry, lemon and raspberry flavors that hang around just long enough. The exceptionally pink hue will dress up any dinner table. Drink now.",,15,86,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2008 Rosé (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2008-rose-pennsylvania/,Rosé,2008,Chaddsford 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of medicinal cassis and plum show mild latex accents, but the wine is concentrated and solid on the palate, with cola, cassis and black fruit flavors. Medium bodied and fairly long on the palate, with cough drop, cassis and a pretty good feel to the finish. Equal parts Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Avenue 2007 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avenue-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Avenue 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bright Nero d'Avola offers meaty tones of ripe fruit, smoked bacon, barbecue sauce and black licorice. The wine delivers power and intensity of flavors followed by a smooth, soft mouthfeel.",Una Rosa Signature,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Spadina 2005 Una Rosa Signature Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spadina-2005-una-rosa-signature-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2005,Spadina 14.4,Red,US,"A pretty, somewhat standard coastal Pinot Noir. Shows good acidity and ripe flavors of berries, cola and pomegranates, with a sweetly oaky edge. Now–2011.",,39,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Vine Hill 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-hill-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Vine Hill 14,Red,Argentina,"More baked, muddled and heavy than Alicia's Paso de Piedra bottling, with roasted plum/berry flavors and a heavy, forceful palate that carries some burn, heat and rubber. Big and bullish, like a proverbial toro in a china shop. A lot of oak, too.",Las Compuertas,27,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 Las Compuertas Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-las-compuertas-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Viña Alicia ,Red,US,"Nice juice, tart and berry-flavored, with firm acidity and structure. Just a hint of plastic creeps into the finish.",Barrel Select,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Vin du Lac 2007 Barrel Select Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2007-barrel-select-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2007,Vin du Lac 13,Red,Argentina,"Citric aromas with a note of house cleanser aren't much to rally around, The palate offers acid-based raspberry flavors and a quick finish. Not much else to say about this innocuous Malbec.",,11,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Little Chica 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-chica-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Little Chica 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Soupy and smells of stewed tomatoes and basil leaf. Short on fruit to the point of being weak, but surprisingly thick and syrupy in terms of mouthfeel. Herbal tasting but cloying on the finish.",,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sottano 15,Red,US,"This is the costliest of Stolpman's new reds and easily the best. It impresses for the depth of flavor and classic, dense structure. A co-fermented blend of Sangiovese and Syrah, it shows imposingly complex layers of dark stone fruits and berries, dark chocolate, bacon, dusty Indian spices and sweet, smoky sandalwood, wrapped into powerfully rich but gently ground tannins. Very fine, approaching the profound. Now–2013 before it loses freshness.",La Croce,66,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2007 La Croce Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2007-croce-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Stolpman 14,Red,Spain,"A rich, bacony, black fruit monster with deep, molten flavors and immense body and tannic grab. A bruising wine with boysenberry, blackberry, mint, licorice and chocolate for primary flavors, and then lemony oak as a backdrop. Young, tannic and wild now; best from 2011 through 2015.",Torre Muga,96,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2005 Torre Muga (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2005-torre-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Muga 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Seems a bit cleaner on the nose than its counterpart from the Sonnenuhr, with slightly sweaty notes but also mouthwatering honey and pineapple aromas. This is full, rich and mouthcoating, offering up complex flavors of melon, honey and musky spices that linger elegantly on the finish. Should evolve at least through 2030.",Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Goldkap,,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2007 Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Goldkap Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2007-graacher-himmelreich-auslese-goldkap-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Joh. Jos. Prüm ,Red,US,"In recent years The Maiden has been getting nearly as good as Harlan Estate, so that at less than one-third the price, it's a comparative bargain. The '06 Maiden is very ripe and rich, displaying New World, cult-style flamboyance. Softly tannic and bone dry, the flavors are of blackberries, black currants and spicy cedar wood. Drink this intense, dramatic wine now and through 2015.",The Maiden,150,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harlan Estate 2006 The Maiden Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlan-estate-2006-maiden-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Harlan Estate 14,White,France,"Jaboulet's white Hermitage is a huge success in 2007, boasting somewhat restrained aromas of pineapple, but tremendous structure and length. It's full-bodied, with a finish laced with crushed stone and citrus. Try it around 2017.",Le Chevalier de Sterimberg,85,93,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Le Chevalier de Sterimberg White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-le-chevalier-sterimberg-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 15.9,Red,US,"A fine, savory Zinfandel that defines Dry Creek Valley, and is easy to recommend. Shows the beautiful balance of a fine red wine, with the sticky tannins and briary nature of a great Zinfandel. It's enormously rich in wild forest berry, currant, anise, bacon, pepper and sandalwood flavors, with a very long, very spicy finish. Drink now for freshness.",,30,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dogwood 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dogwood 14.5,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged wine that exhibits the richest of fruit. The wood is well-integrated, a sweet spice element within the quince, sweet pear and apricot flavors. Textured and with acidity, this hangs together richly and with style.",Malhadinha Branco,44,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Malhadinha Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 13.9,Red,US,"A massive Zinfandel, super-concentrated and intense, although bone dry, that shows potent tannins that may help it develop. Right now it's rather astringent and chewy, with dense flavors of blackberries and slightly bitter, earthier notes of tobacco and coffee. Could mellow beyond 2012.",Reserve,45,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Nalle 2006 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nalle-2006-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Nalle 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Without doubt a wine that needs aging. The tannins from both wood and fruit are dense, concentrated, layering over the delicious fruit. When it is balanced out—give it a year—then this is going to be a powerful, but impressively elegant wine, a real step forward in Churchill's table wines.",Churchill Estates Grande Reserva,,91,Douro,,,Churchill's 2007 Churchill Estates Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2007-churchill-estates-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Churchill's ,Red,US,"Formerly the Goldschmidt vineyard, Winderlea is under new ownership, and has been replanted. This is a light vintage, but beautifully rendered here, with sweet cherry fruit, bracing acidity and a lively mouthfeel that invites further sipping. The underlying minerality carries a hint of toasted cracker.",Estate,60,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winderlea 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winderlea-2007-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Winderlea ,Red,France,"Very modern and polished in style, this wine goes for the soft, juicy fruit characters. The tannins are sweet, equally soft, already delicious in character, finishing with smoky cranberry and black currant flavors.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Brane-Cantenac ,Red,US,"It's pronounced tung-GEE and was formerly known as Chehalem Mountain vineyards. As is often the case with this AVA, it has substantial tannins and a firm, compact structure that bodes well for cellaring. The fruit mixes cherry, pomegranate and hints of banana, while the barrel flavors add some toast and butter.",Tuenge,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Erath 2006 Tuenge Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2006-tuenge-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2006,Erath 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Aragonês (Tinta Roriz or Tempranillo) is given intense power in the Alentejo. It has sold fruits, black cherry and spice flavors, with a big shoulder of tannins and vivid acidity. A wine for aging—3 to 4 years.",Aragonês da Peceguina,50,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2007 Aragonês da Peceguina Aragonês (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2007-aragones-da-peceguina-tempranillo-aragones-alentejano/,Aragonês,2007,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 14,White,France,"This all-Roussanne cuvée is a broad, fat wine that somehow pulls itself together to deliver a long, mineral- and spice-tinged finish. Some nice pineapple fruit holds it together through the midpalate. Has a reputation for aging well, so this score may seem conservative in five years' time.",Vieilles Vignes,182,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Beaucastel 2006 Vieilles Vignes White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-2006-vieilles-vignes-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,Château de Beaucastel ,Red,France,"A smooth wine, rich for the vintage, with black currant and bright fruits and a strong underlay of wood. The acidity, though, is quite striking, with the freshest fruit and tight tannins.",La Chapelle d'Ausone,140,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2007 La Chapelle d'Ausone (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2007-la-chapelle-dausone-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Ausone 15.1,Red,US,"A lovely Zinfandel, classic and balanced, with an elegant tannin-acid structure. Shows typical Dry Creek Valley spices and briar, in addition to ripe blackberry, cherry, currant, Dr. Pepper cola and tobacco flavors.",,27,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mauritson 15.2,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller percentages of the other four Bordeaux varieties, this strongly tasting wine is fruity-sweet in blackberries, cherries, raspberries, cocoa and new smoky oak. It's a little hot in alcohol, which robs it of some elegance. But it's delicious and creamy, and could gain some subtlety with a few years in the bottle.",,125,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pahlmeyer 2006 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pahlmeyer-2006-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Pahlmeyer ,Red,US,"A very good Opus with plenty of forward cherries and black raspberries as well as rich notes of spiced oak that give a nougat or crunchy vanilla granola sweetness to the finish. The vintage was not Opus One's best, but the wine is impeccably crafted, and shows its usual fine tannic structure.",,195,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Opus One 2006 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opus-one-2006-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Opus One 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A smooth, rounded wine, with depth of black berry, dark plum and licorice flavors. It is solid, chunky, powerfully ripe, full of pepper, spice as well as sweet acidity. Very enticing and rich.",Fitapreta Tinto,15,90,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2007 Fitapreta Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2007-fitapreta-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Fitapreta Vinhos 14.8,Red,US,"Quite ripe, verging on overripe, showing flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar, with a very slight raisining on the finish. Shows good integration of oak and fruit, housed in firm tannins that are astringent in youth. Should develop bottle maturity for six years or so, at least.",Stephanie,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2006 Stephanie Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2006-stephanie-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Hestan 14.6,Red,US,"A refined Pinot Noir whose bite of acidity is sharp now, but suggests some time in the cellar. With a silky texture, the flavors are of cherry tart, raspberry Newton, Dr. Pepper cola and dusty Asian spices. Try 2011-2014.",Estate,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Heart O' The Mountain 2006 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-o-mountain-2006-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2006,Heart O' The Mountain 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark fruit, rubber band, bacon and floral aromas give this go-to Rioja a modern outlook and a convincing bouquet. Solid, juicy and tight in the mouth, with flavors of lifted black cherry, cassis, plum, mocha and vanilla. A healthy wine that just makes the level of excellence. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,28,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Sierra Cantabria 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Nebbiolo from Gattinara offers a firm and compact nose with aromas of wild cherries, cola and mesquite wood. The 2004 vintage shows harmony and balance with intense flavors of cherry and black fruit on the finish. The polished tannins keep the wine's texture firm and solid.",TreVigne,49,90,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 2004 TreVigne (Gattinara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-2004-trevigne-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2004,Travaglini ,Red,US,"Forward and fruity, this is an easy-drinking bottle of Pinot that seems deceptively light at first, then gains both mass and complexity with some streaks of licorice and vanilla, laced with edgy herbs and tannins. It has the structure to be cellared for another few years.",Mount Richmond,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2008 Mount Richmond Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2008-mount-richmond-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Elk Cove 8,Dessert,Germany,"Eerily intriguing, like peering through a smoky lens of slate to see the fruit underneath. It's not overly intense or concentrated, but complex, with sweet flavors of peach and melon lingering on the mineral-infused finish.",Berncasteler Doctor Auslese,78,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2007 Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2007-berncasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an earthy expression of Nebbiolo with inviting aromas of black fruit, leather and spice. You'll also get a slight hint of red beets and wild mushroom but the wine keeps all these diverse sensations in tight check. Firm tannins and good density mark the close.",,60,90,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Dessilani 2004 Gattinara,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dessilani-2004-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2004,Dessilani ,White,US,"Fresh and satisfying, with flavors of apples and pears, brioche and vanilla cream. What stands out is the full, round midpalate, and the way the wine keeps resonating through an extended finish.",Estate,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,David Hill 15.3,Red,US,"This is a big, strong, exuberant Zindandel that shows Dry Creek's briary, brambly personality at its best. It's a dry, full-bodied, tannic wine, with flavors of blackberries, cherries and currants. Black pepper, star anise and cinnamon provide the exotic spices. It's quite a good, rich Zinfandel at a very good price.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 2006 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-2006-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Peterson ,White,US,"A lovely counterpoint to Phelps Creek's estate reserve Chardonnay, this comes from just across the river, sourced from a vineyard on the Washington side of this two-state AVA. It got the full malolactic, fermented in French oak treatment, and shows plenty of pleasing barrel toast and spice. The fruit mixes hints of peach and melon with a lemon drop core, and finishes with a lick of butterscotch.",Celilo Vineyard,24,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2008 Celilo Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2008-celilo-vineyard-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Chardonnay,2008,Phelps Creek 14.5,Red,France,"Starts with a blast of liqueur-like black cherries and raisin, then adds dustings of cinnamon and clove to give it a modicum of complexity. Lush, creamy in texture and mouthfilling, it's a fine Châteauneuf-du-Pape for near-term enjoyment.",,40,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes 2006 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-loratoire-papes-2006-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes 13,White,Greece,"This wine showcases the native Greek variety Robola beautifully, with its crisp, clean citrus aromas and flavors and minerally/sea salt spin. The wine has a fresh quality but offers layers of lemon and orange. The finish is like a spray of the sea on the palate. Pair with seafood and light salads.",,18,90,Cephalonia,,,Gentilini 2008 Robola (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentilini-2008-greek-white-robola-cephalonia/,Robola,2008,Gentilini ,White,US,"Thick and substantial, this is a full-bodied, almost meaty Chardonnay with a mix of citrus and stone fruits. It was barrel-fermented, and is graced with flavors of toasted cracker. What it lacks in finesse it makes up for in heft.",Dijon 76 Clone,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2007 Dijon 76 Clone Chardonnay (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2007-dijon-76-clone-chardonnay-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Carabella ,Red,France,"An impressively intense wine, concentrated and solid. The fruits are firm and tannic, with a new wood element that seems well in balance. A good success for the year.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Mayne 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-mayne-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Grand Mayne 14,White,France,"A bargain from Costières de Nîmes, this barrel-fermented white is creamy in texture, yet crisp enough on the finish to retain a sense of balance. Hints of honey and truffle mark the pear and pineapple flavors, with touches of coffee and smoke thrown into the mix as well. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,17,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2008 Vieilles Vignes White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2008-vieilles-vignes-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Château de Nages 12.5,White,France,"A subtly wood aged wine, the white fruit flavor giving an extra dimension with a touch of honey. It has all the direct, delicious fruit of 2007, the wine then rounded out with nutmeg and soft acidity.",Cuvée Julien,21,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Magneau 2007 Cuvée Julien (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magneau-2007-cuvee-julien-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Magneau 13.5,Red,Spain,"Spicy and dark smelling, with aromas of tar, blackberry and earth. The palate has fine feel and flow to it, while the flavors are interesting and juicy, with an emphasis on spiced berry fruit and nutmeg. Long and graceful on the finish. Drink now; it's ready.",Reserva,25,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Arnáiz 2003 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-arnaiz-2003-reserva-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Viña Arnáiz 13,White,Portugal,"Although this wine was wood-aged, the toast is subtle, smoothing into the creaminess of the ripe yellow fruits. A blend of Chardonnay and Viosinho, this is beautifully textured wine, suggesting aging potential.",Reserva Branco,,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2008 Reserva Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2008-reserva-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2008,Quinta de Chocapalha 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Fermented in an open stone lagar, giving great depth of color as well as rich, plummy concentration. The wine is ripe and bold, a plethora of licorice and bitter coffee to go with the rich red fruit. The tannins and acidity are finely in balance.",Tinto,,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2007 Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2007-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta de Chocapalha 13,White,France,"Peachy and spicy, floral yet mineral, this clean, pure expression of Viognier fruit and Condrieu terroir is a delicious marriage. Drink now.",,75,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-white-condrieu/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 13,Red,France,"Very perufmed and pretty, this is a long, silky mouthful of Syrah. Complex floral elements lead the way, tined with herbal overtones, but there is also ample cherry fruit supported by underpinnings of vanilla. Drink now-2015.",Vieilles Vignes,42,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Tardieu-Laurent 2006 Vieilles Vignes (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2006-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2006,Tardieu-Laurent ,White,US,"For those who want some buttered popcorn flavors in their Chardonnay, this nails it. Thick and toasty, yet buttressed with full-on fruit flavors of melon, peach, lemon and lime, it's forward and appealing. Not for cellaring—this one's for gulping.",Estate Reserve,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2007 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2007-estate-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,David Hill ,Red,France,"A smooth, polished wine, with acidity, sweet fruit and a range of dusty tannins, with acidity. This is an accomplished, delicious wine that is developing fast, and seems only for medium-term aging.",,60,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 13.5,White,France,"A noteworthy effort made in widely available commercial quantities, Guigal's '07 CdR Blanc offers scents of pineapple and pear, flavors that include hints of white chocolate, a reasonably rich mouthfeel and a long, dry, concentrated finish with just a hint of honey.",,14,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 2007 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,E. Guigal 16,Red,Australia,"Crisply built around a core of tart acids, this is a toasty, blackberry-scented Shiraz with creamy-textured tannins.",Beacon,150,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Nashwauk 2006 Beacon Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nashwauk-2006-beacon-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2006,Nashwauk 13.5,Red,Spain,"Full-bodied and pushing up against raisiny and baked, but it draws back at the final moment and competently settles into its richness and ripeness. Generous and dark in the mouth, with meaty tannins and flavors of black raspberry, plum and mocha. On the finish, there's a hint of fresh tomato to go with vanilla and leftover berries. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva Unfiltered,30,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2005 Reserva Unfiltered (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2005-reserva-unfiltered-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Muga 13,White,France,"A solid value from the Northern Rhône, the 2007 Petite Ruche is a broad, mouthfilling wine that doesn't go over the top. Instead, the honey, peach and citrus notes gain focus on the slightly oily finish, picking up hints of truffle along the way. Drink now.",Petite Ruche,25,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2007 Petite Ruche Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2007-petite-ruche-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2007,M. Chapoutier ,Sparkling,US,"The leader in Northwest sparkling wines for more than two decades, Argyle continues to show its mastery, mixing New World fruit power with Old World technique. Big, bold and loaded with ripe apples, this vintage brut starts out full-bodied but reveals more subtlety as it goes, adding hints of strawberry and cocoa in a rush of flavor.",Brut Sparkling Wine,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2006 Brut Sparkling Wine Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2006-brut-sparkling-wine-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Argyle 14.5,Red,Italy,"Rich, thick and impressive on all fronts, this Dolcetto from Piedmont offers a smooth texture, creamy consistency and loads of aromatic intensity. You'll get black fruit, spice, chocolate, cola and cedar. Both complexity and elegance are at hand and the wine is dense, modern and long-lasting.",Maioli,25,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Anna Maria Abbona 2007 Maioli (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-maria-abbona-2007-maioli-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2007,Anna Maria Abbona ,White,US,"Stainless-steel fermented, technically off-dry but still quite citrusy and bracing, this continues a string of excellent Rieslings from Anam Cara. The fruit flavors blend seamlessly, invoking apples and pears, melons and peaches. A sense of Meyer lemon custard permeates the palate, concentrated and delicious.",Nicholas Estate,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2008 Nicholas Estate Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2008-nicholas-estate-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2008,Anam Cara ,Red,France,"The wine has developed well, with plenty of weight, but the fruit seems a little diffuse, soft, open in character. It's masking the tannin core, a wine that opens slowly and carefully.",,55,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Pavie Macquin ,Red,France,"Elegant as so often from this estate, the wine rounded, relatively soft and fruity. Red berry fruits dominate, with just the right amount of fine extraction. For medium-term aging.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château La Tour Figeac 12.5,White,France,"Aged in a combination of one- and two-year-old oak and stainless steel, Guigal's 2007 Saint-Joseph is round in the mouth yet minerally at the same time, with graphite notes supporting the voluminous pear and melon fruit, right through the lengthy finish.",,30,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2007 Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-white-saint-joseph/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,E. Guigal ,Red,US,"Though relatively young (planted in 2001) this Dundee Hills vineyard can deliver the goods. This is full, juicy, packed with ripe fruits, moderately deep in color, and limned with sharp, herbal, astringent tannins. It could profit from a bit more bottle age, to take the edge off the green tea in the finish.",Lillie's,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2007 Lillie's Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2007-lillies-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Erath 15,Red,Australia,"A rich, savory style of Shiraz, with bold blackberry and black olive flavors that work easily together, framed by vanilla and soft, dusty tannins. Drink it over the next few years.",Pillar Box Reserve,20,90,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2007 Pillar Box Reserve Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2007-pillar-box-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2007,Henry's Drive Vignerons ,Red,France,"There is good density here, with impressive tannins and very dry core of structure. The wine has weight, with cranberry and red berry flavors shining through. Always, the freshness is right up front.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Potensac 14.5,Red,US,"A very nice Cab made in the Paso style. It's soft, dry and spicy, a round, supple wine with flavors of black currants, raspberries and cedar. Attractive and classy.",Lakeside Ranch,24,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2006 Lakeside Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2006-lakeside-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bianchi 13.5,White,France,"This intriguing wine displays an almost fumé-style smoky minerality on the nose, followed by flavors of pear and toast. It's a focused, medium-bodied blend of 50% Marsanne and 50% Roussanne, with a finish that won't quit.",Vieilles Vignes,32,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Vieilles Vignes White (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-vieilles-vignes-white-saint-peray/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very attractive and well-constructed blend of Corvina, Oseleta and Cabernet Franc with generous aromas of spice, cherry and blackberry. There's also a hint of forest floor and leather at the back and the wine imparts a bright, polished feel in the mouth.",Crearo della Conca d'Oro,27,90,Veneto,Veronese,,Tommasi 2007 Crearo della Conca d'Oro Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2007-crearo-della-conca-doro-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2007,Tommasi 8,Dessert,Germany,"Honey and dried apricot notes accent the pineapple-infelcted fruit in this full-bodied, sweet auslese. Melon rounds out the midpalate, which offers plenty of flavor and succulence if not a ton of mineral complexity.",Auslese,44,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2007 Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2007-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Vollrads 14.2,Red,France,"Pretty approachable for a 2005 Cornas, with a lush texture that carries superripe plum fruit, toasty oak and hints of espresso bean. Vanilla and dried spices come through loud and clear on the finish. Drink now-2018.",La Louvée,88,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 La Louvée (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-louvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.5,Red,US,"Quite a good Merlot that's made in the Kenwood style, which is drily elegant rather than opulent. Shows class and finesse in the tobacco-edged flavors of cherries and blackberries, subtlely tinged with oak. Ready now.",Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2007 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Kenwood 14.9,Red,US,"Forward and attractive now, although the tannins are firm and provide a bold structure. Shows great aromatics in the roasted coffeebean, blackberry preserves, pain grillé, anise and cedar, with similar flavors. Polished and dynamic. Give it through 2015.",Estate,95,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jones Family 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-family-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jones Family 12.4,White,US,"So crisply tart, so mouthwatering, it's just a pleasure to drink. Harvested at a brix of only 21.3, with alcohol of just 12.4%, the wine is completely dry, yet offers rich, forward flavors of citrus fruits, white peaches, green apples, honeysuckle flowers, minerals and spices.",Clover Creek Vineyard,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2008 Clover Creek Vineyard Albariño (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-clover-creek-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Albariño,2008,Longoria 13.8,Red,US,"Made almost exclusively from Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a deeply colored, ripely rich young wine that shows masses of blackberries. There are supporting notes of pain grillé, anise, violets, anise and smoky oak, with a firm grounding of minerals. Shows some tartness and astringency that strongly suggest time in the cellar. Try beyond 2012.",Artemis,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2006 Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2006-artemis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 13,White,Portugal,"Ripe lime aromas and a full richly fruity palate give a rounded character to this wine. Apricot juice and tangerine brighten up the palate, fitting well with the wood and fruit structure. Keep for another few months for the whole wine to fill out even more.",Branco,20,90,Douro,,,Muxagat 2008 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muxagat-2008-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Muxagat 14,Red,Portugal,"Ripe and smooth, with mature velvet texture, figs, milk chocolate and ripe plums. Hints of wood aging are there, but they blend easily with the rich fruit.",Marquês de Borba Reserva,90,90,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2005 Marquês de Borba Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2005-marques-borba-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2005,J. Portugal Ramos 14.4,Red,US,"The most successful of Amphora's new Pinots because of its richness and balance. Shows strong, forward flavors of berries, cherries and cola, liberally accented with sandalwood, and brightened with acidity. Yet there are elusive tugs of earthier, mushroomy notes. Delicious now, and probably at its best through 2011.",,52,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Amphora 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amphora-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Amphora 14.3,Red,US,"Marked by an enormity of ripe, classic Syrah flavor, but also lots of intense mountain tannins that make this wine austere and hard in youth. Give it 2–4 years to begin to soften and allow the blackberries and cocoa to emerge.",Black Ridge Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fleming Jenkins 2007 Black Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2007-black-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2007,Fleming Jenkins 14,Red,Spain,"For a big-production wine (33,000 cases) with just 12 months of barrel aging, this is impressive. Sweet but balanced dark fruit and cola aromas are nice, while the palate is forward and tastes of blackberry and cola. Complex and slightly gritty and tannic on the finish, which indicates that it has the structure to age. Drink now through 2013.",12 Meses,19,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2006 12 Meses (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2006-12-meses-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Emina ,Red,France,"With its dusty tannins and bright fruits, this fully represents the vintage. It has a texture that is open, relatively gentle, powered by black currants and very accessible. The acidity gives a light lift at the end.",,45,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lagrange 14,Red,France,"Think of this wine as a tough, ornery relative who shows great depth once you get to know him. Leather, chocolate and prune notes mark the aromas and flavors, and the wine shows some alcoholic warmth and drying tannins. But the class shows through on the finish, which is long and richly textured. Give it at least another five years in the cellar.",,95,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Beaucastel 2005 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-2005-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Beaucastel 13,Red,Portugal,"A black, solid wine, spiced heavily with wood but still showing blackberry flavors, textured with plum skins. The wine feels warm and ripe, finishing with black cherries and lingering softness.",Grand'Arte,13,90,Ribatejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2006 Grand'Arte Trincadeira (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2006-grandarte-portuguese-red-trincadeira-ribatejano/,Trincadeira,2006,DFJ Vinhos ,Red,France,"This has really come on since the futures tastings in 2008. Today, the wine shows pedigree, the dusty tannins ripe, fitting well with the spice, acidity and soft, generous fruit. Concentration comes through from the solid final fruit flavors.",,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Labégorce Margaux ,Red,France,"Fresh berry fruits, light tannins and stalky black currants, sustained by tannins. It is juicy, the wood a mist in the bright fruit flavors. There is some aging potential, maybe 4–5 years.",,33,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2007 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2007-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Phélan-Ségur ,Red,US,"De Ponte Cellars' reserve Pinot Noir is full-bodied and flavorful, with ripe, varietal fruit and the winery's classic styling. Layers of herb and streaks of cola are deftly mixed with the brambly wild berry fruit.",Baldwin Family Reserve,70,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,De Ponte Cellars 2007 Baldwin Family Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponte-cellars-2007-baldwin-family-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,De Ponte Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Elegant and ethereal, this streamlined Barbaresco boasts a luminous ruby color and aromas of dried raspberry, licorice, dried mint and balsam notes. The mouthfeel is dominated by bright acidity and firm tannins that need five more years of cellar aging to soften.",,33,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Bruciata 2006 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2006-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Bruciata 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a rich and layered blend of Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon from Piedmont, Italy with deep layers of black fruit, spice, mesquite wood and chocolate. The wine is modern and very likeable with rich density and long-lasting flavors. The mouthfeel is smooth, round and there's a slightly sweet vanilla note on the close.",Cantamerli,,91,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Pico Maccario 2005 Cantamerli Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2005-cantamerli-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2005,Pico Maccario ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend from Newton's mountain estate, this lovely wine starts out with a fat, fleshy appeal. It offers elaborate waves of sweetly smoked oak that conjoin nicely with cherry preserves, red licorice and dark chocolate. A bit inelegant now due to firm, fierce tannins, but so balanced, it should easily negotiate the years. Better after 2012.",The Puzzle,80,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Newton 2005 The Puzzle Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2005-puzzle-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Newton 12.6,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful sparkling wine, one of the best on the market at this price. It's marked by a very fine mousse, giving it a refined, elegant feeling on the palate. The flavors of citrus, vanilla and yeast are savory. Drink now.",Brut,26,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2006 Brut Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2006-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Domaine Carneros ,Red,France,"Soft wine, the Merlot in the blend giving a round character to the texture. It is juicy, fruity, a gentle, mellow wine that seduces by its delicious ripe berry fruits. Its aging potential is there in the band of Cabernet tannins, but it's not a long-term wine.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande ,Red,France,"A wine that is dominated by wood at this stage in its development. But the structure and the fruit are all there, waiting to slot into place in the next 2–3 years. Spice and bright black berry flavors layer with final acidity.",,130,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Pape Clément 14.5,Red,US,"Dark, dense in structure and fairly tannic, this Syrah floods the mouth with powerfully ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries, cola, leather, spices and sandalwood. It's a very good wine whose strength calls for strongly flavored meats, sauces and cheeses. Drink now.",Black Oak Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2007 Black Oak Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2007-black-oak-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Coquelicot ,Red,France,"Already the velvet texture is broadening out to give a wine that shows solid fruits, bright and sweet, never heavy, but with plenty of ripeness and polish. Inside this suave character, there is a core of tight tannins, promising medium-term aging.",,55,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Langoa Barton ,Red,France,"A perfumed, finely structured wine, with firm, dusty tannins. The wood is well-balanced with acidity and some generous weight, finishing with black fruits and intense freshness.",,50,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château la Gaffelière ,Red,US,"Very rich and classically structured, a wine that shows real Merlot personality. The red cherry, cola, red licorice, sandalwood and peppery spice flavors are almost Pinot Noir-like, except for the tannins, which have the weight of Bordeaux. Should develop through 2012.",Michael Black Vineyard,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coho 2006 Michael Black Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coho-2006-michael-black-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Coho 14.5,Red,US,"An absolutely delicious wine. It's like a fine Pinot Noir in the silky texture, yet deeper and bolder, almost Grenache-like, in the blackberries, cherries and currants, with tangy notes of oranges and vanilla. Dry and richly tannic, this is one of the few Sangioveses that's perfectly ripe and eminently drinkable. Drink now.",Gran Premio Three Creek Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Cimarone 2007 Gran Premio Three Creek Vineyard Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2007-gran-premio-three-creek-vineyard-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Cimarone 14.3,Red,US,"Impresses for its denseness, volume and sheer power. Shows deep, long-lasting flavors of blackberries, black cherries, currants, violets, cocoa and minerals, accented with smoky oak. Keenan has a long, great track record with Merlot, and here's another one. Drink this refined, elegant wine soon with upscale fare.",30th Anniversary,36,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 2006 30th Anniversary Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2006-30th-anniversary-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Keenan 13.8,Red,France,"Like many 2005s from the northern Rhone, Colombo's Les Ruchets needs time. The tannins dominate the mouth right now, but the black olive and peppered-meat nuances win out in the end, adding depth to tarry, leathery notes and plummy fruit. Try after 2015.",Les Ruchets,88,91,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 Les Ruchets (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-ruchets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Named after João Maria, born in 2004, this Cabernet/Syrah blend is a dark, solid wine, a powerhouse of new wood, dry tannins and a burst of juicy, black, intense fruits. It has a touch of pepper as well as perfumed, polished wood and final spice. Produced in half bottles and magnums.",Peqeuno João,57,91,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2007 Peqeuno João Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2007-peqeuno-joao-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 13.5,White,US,"Navarro continues at the head of the Gewurz pack, while keeping their prices modest. There's no mistaking the varietal character of this wine, with its brilliant array of dusty Asian spices, pineapple brûlée, peach, wildflower and litchi, folded into a creamy texture that's bone dry and crisply acidic.",,19,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2008 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2008-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Navarro ,Red,France,"This is a solid, finely perfumed wine, the tannins giving concentration and structure. There is some severity as well, a sign that it is still settling into the bottle. But with its bitter chocolate character and tight texture, it should age well.",,45,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Kirwan ,Red,France,"A dense wine, very much in the line of powerful wines from Haut-Bailly. Flavors of bitter chocolate, sweet berry fruits and richness are dominant, the acidity a fine balancing act to give a burst of freshness.",,58,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Haut-Bailly 15.2,Red,US,"Zin doesn't get bigger or riper than this. Floods the mouth with flamboyant blackberries, cherries, currants, cola, black pepper, anise and sandalwood. It's tannic and dry, but so fruity it's almost sweet. High alcohol aids in the impression of sweetness. Oaky, too, in the way of a Cabernet. Delicious and classic Dry Creek.",Timbercrest Farms,45,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Papapietro Perry 2007 Timbercrest Farms Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2007-timbercrest-farms-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Papapietro Perry 14.2,Red,US,"Earns high praise for its deep, complex flavors that suggest fully ripened grapes, well-treated by the winemaker. Waves of blackberries, cherries, herbs, violets, pepper and spices flood the palate, leading to a long, rich, tannic finish. Best opened soon for its freshness.",,38,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mark Moretti 2007 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-moretti-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Mark Moretti 14.8,Red,US,"This is an enormously fruity Zinfandel that offers a flood of flavor, making it instantly likeable. Dry, full-bodied and tannic, it's powerful in briary blackberries, cherries, currants, cola, anise, pepper and cinnamon, with an edge of sweet, smoky oak and cocoa. Should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Bradford Mountain Vineyard,32,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 2005 Bradford Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-2005-bradford-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2005,Peterson 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and dramatic, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petite Sirah offers smooth, unctuous flavors of cherries, black raspberries, chocolate and pepper. It's a seductively appealing wine, with thick, refined tannins and a dry finish. Should gain in the bottle over the next 4–6 years. Great price for the quality.",The Sum,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,75 Wine Co. 2007 The Sum Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/75-wine-co-2007-sum-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,75 Wine Co. ,Red,US,"A new effort from winemaker Isabelle Dutartre, who also oversees winemaking at De Ponte Cellars. This first release from her own 1789 label brings the stamp of Chehalem Mountains terroir into crisp focus. The fruit is wild and brambly, the acids sharp, the wine spicy with a peppery cast. Persistent and concentrated, with a hint of Dr. Pepper streaking through it.",,48,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,1789 Wines 2007 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1789-wines-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,1789 Wines 14,White,France,"This wonderfully perfumed St.-Péray combines scents of tangerine, with hints of hiney, truffle and peach. Then the ripe citrus and peach flavors take hold, coating the mouth with breadth and intensity and a leaving a slightly mineral-saline finish. Drink now-2012.",La Belle de Mai,42,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2007 La Belle de Mai White (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2007-belle-mai-white-saint-peray/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Jean-Luc Colombo 14,Red,Spain,"A winner and a fine value from Bierzo. Luna Beberide is a model producer, and this single-vineyard wine has a pretty nose of berry, mineral, bacon and herbs. The palate is exceedingly smooth and lush, while the ripe boysenberry and blackberry flavors are classy and finish well. What Mencía from Bierzo is all about.",Finca La Cuesta,22,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2007 Finca La Cuesta Red (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2007-finca-cuesta-red-bierzo/,Red Blend,2007,Luna Beberide 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A deliciously rich and spicy wine, very much in the style of the new Douro wines, softly perfumed, with black plums, sweet and dusty tannins, only a hint of dryness. The wine is balanced, with great fruit and acidity to go with the structure.",Três Bagos,18,91,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2005 Três Bagos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-de-feitoria-2005-tres-bagos-red-douro-110757/,Portuguese Red,2005,Lavradores de Feitoria 13,White,Portugal,"Herbal aromas lead to a fresh, green and white fruit wine that sips easily with a definite herbaceous character. The wood aging adds a good nutmeg character, but it is the freshness that makes this wine so delicious. Age for another year.",Conceito Branco,46,91,Douro,,,Conceito Vinhos 2008 Conceito Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2008-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Conceito Vinhos 14.5,Red,US,"A well-made and complex Pinot Noir with sumptuous fruit and oak flavors, although the acidity and tannins are tough and warrant time in the cellar to calm down. It's bone dry, with rich cherries with the chewy skins, black raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola and sweet smoky cedar wood overtones. Give it at least through 2010.",Gunsalus Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Savannah-Chanelle 2007 Gunsalus Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2007-gunsalus-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Savannah-Chanelle 14.5,Red,US,"A very good but not great Cask 23, showing plenty of decadence and flair but not perhaps that extra edge of complexity. It's forward now in sweet new oak and flashy, jammy blackberries, cherries and raspberries. The tannins are quite an achievement, rich, vibrant and supple. Made from 100% Cabernet, it's full-bodied and dense, with a chocolaty finish. Could gain in the bottle beyond 2012 to about 2018.",Cask 23,195,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2006 Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2006-cask-23-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ,Red,France,"A wine with some density, spiced with touches of wood, dusty tannins and an open sweet plum flavor. There is plenty of wood here, layering the fruit. The wine has aging potential, worth waiting 4–5 years.",,45,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse ,Red,France,"Definite tannins here, a wine that shows ripe fruits, richness and a solid core. It is not huge, but does have structure, bitter chocolate, sweetness. It's worth aging this wine 3–4 years.",Clos du Marquis,40,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2007 Clos du Marquis (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2007-clos-marquis-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Léoville Las Cases ,Red,France,"With a high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a structured wine, the freshness coming from intense blackberries. Spice and bitter coffee flavors mingle with the tannins, promising some good aging for the vintage.",,50,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Gruaud Larose 13.5,Red,Italy,"Harmonious and smooth, this ruby-colored Nebbiolo from the 2001 vintage shows an excellent evolution of aromas. Fresh fruit notes have turned into dried berry and the smoke and wood elements are well integrated. The wine ends with polished tannins and bright acidity.",Trevigne,43,91,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 2001 Trevigne (Gattinara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-2001-trevigne-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2001,Travaglini 14.8,Red,US,"One of the ripest of Hartford's new Pinots, this is a full-bodied and very rich wine. It offers extreme flavor in place of subtlety, offering a massive palate wash of blackberries and cherries that veers into Lifesaver candy. The bet is ageability. Hold until after 2011.",Jennifer's,65,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 2007 Jennifer's Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2007-jennifers-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hartford ,Red,US,"In 2007 the winery's Estate bottling seems to capture a bit more nuance and detail than the reserve, though admittedly it does not have quite the same concentration. For those who prize finesse, this is the wine of the vintage. Herbal and resiny, it's like sniffing a fine wine in a pine forest. It balances raspberry and sour cherry fruit with the tart and herbal “wild” side of Oregon Pinot. Penetrating and complex.",Estate,55,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,De Ponte Cellars 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponte-cellars-2007-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,De Ponte Cellars ,Red,France,"Chocolate and solid fruit flavors in this exemplary wine. It is rich, the tannins balancing with blackberry fruit flavors. The density of the texture suggests good medium-term aging.",,28,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Ormes de Pez 2007 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-de-pez-2007-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Ormes de Pez 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Any doubts that Portugal's Alentejo region can rival many big New World wines would be dispelled by this extravagant wine. With its intense fruit, sweet tannins, figs, coffee and spice flavors, it packs a serious punch of flavor. For drinking now.",Preta,60,91,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2007 Preta Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2007-preta-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Fitapreta Vinhos 14.4,White,US,"This is Cohn's reserve-style Chardonnay and it's easily their best since the 1990s. Made from two vineyards in the cool Carneros district of Sonoma, it's ripe in pineapple and green apple flavors enhanced with the toast of oak, the creaminess of lees and the buttery softness of malolactic fermentation. Easy to drink with opulent fare such as crab.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,B.R. Cohn 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2008-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,B.R. Cohn ,White,US,"Fruit is sourced from a 23–year-old, organically farmed vineyard. With wonderful texture and mouthfeel, it offers a luscious mix of pear, pear skin, and grapefruit—tangy and refreshing. Such a juicy, spicy, lip-licking wine, you can't wait for the next sip.",Croft Vineyard,18,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Arbor Brook 2008 Croft Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2008-croft-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Arbor Brook 13.6,White,US,"A brilliant, compelling Pinot Gris whose quality far exceeds its price. Bone dry, with moderate alcohol, it's big in flavor, offering a blast of Mandarin orange, peach, honeysuckle, vanilla and cinnamon spice. There's a rich texture, and the finish is thoroughly dry despite the richness.",,19,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2008 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Navarro ,White,US,"A mix of vineyard sites contribute to this juicy Chardonnay, with a luscious core of apple, melon and lime. Mostly stainless steel fermented, but about 15% was placed in neutral barrels to add textural richness. No malolactic fermentation took place, keeping the acids fresh and juicy.",,22,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2008 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Adelsheim ,Red,US,"The latest in a superb lineup from Adelsheim in 2007, this single vineyard offering carries a faint scent of animal leather, giving it a musky/truffle streak. It's velvety in the mouth, lightly spicy, complex and layered, with tart red fruit flavors that run from pomegranate to raspberry to wild cherry. Cocoa powder and pencil lead add further interest to the finish. The alcohol is listed at just 12.8%.",Calkins Lane Vineyard,58,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2007 Calkins Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2007-calkins-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adelsheim ,Red,France,"This is a delicious wine already, not powerful, but charming and elegant. The acidity and fruit are easy and bright, the tannins light but properly in balance. That suggests this is not for aging. It's already a pleasure to drink now.",,50,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Branaire-Ducru ,Red,France,"The wood that dominated during the futures tastings in 2008 has calmed down, merging more easily into the rich fruits. There is an attractive smoky character, focused berry flavors and delicious spice. It should age well over 3–5 years.",,35,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château du Tertre 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern and bold blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Nebbiolo with rich, ripe fruit flavors, dense texture and impressive complexity. You'll get black fruit, bitter chocolate and exotic spice. Make no mistake: this is a big wine that would pair beautifully with succulent roasts and steaks. But, it ends with crispness and brightness, like most wines from Piedmont, northern Italy.",Monsordo,30,91,Piedmont,Langhe,,Ceretto 2005 Monsordo Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2005-monsordo-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2005,Ceretto 13.5,White,France,"Meffre's wines can be a bit variable, but this Condrieu is top shelf, starting from its seductive aromas of honey, apricot and truffle to its lingering, elegant finish. In between, it's lush and mouthcoating without being overblown. Drink now-2012.",Laurus,59,91,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Gabriel Meffre 2007 Laurus (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2007-laurus-white-condrieu/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Gabriel Meffre ,Red,France,"A great success, with its concentration, solid tannins and black, bitter cherry fruit flavors. The wine has spice, licorice and some layers of wood. Certainly, this would be worth aging for 4–5 years.",,45,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de Chevalier 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful young Pinot Noir that shows the elegance and limpid transparency of this great vintage. Wrapped into the silky texture are complex flavors of red cherry tart, spicy pomegranate, cola, vanilla, buttered cinnamon toast and smoky cedar. Fine now, and should remain interesting over the next four years.",Tina Marie Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Savannah-Chanelle 2007 Tina Marie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2007-tina-marie-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Savannah-Chanelle 15.5,Red,US,"This big, high-octane Zinfandel trades elegance for sheer power. It's dry, at the expense of high alcohol, and massive in flavors, offering a flood of black currants, raisins, chocolate, anise, cola and peppery spices. Decant for a few hours and drink with short ribs and similar rich fare.",Rockpile Ridge Vineyard,35,91,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2007 Rockpile Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2007-rockpile-ridge-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2007,Mauritson 14.7,Red,US,"This Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend highlights Dry Creek Valley at its best. At the age of four-plus years, the wine is rich and complex, offering tiers of black currants, blackberries, plums, cherries and cocoa, wrapped into rich, dusty tannins. It drinks well now, with a round, soft full-bodiedness.",,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matrix 2005 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matrix-2005-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Matrix ,White,US,"Tasty with terrific dry extract, this excellent Pinot Blanc stands out with a palate-pleasing mix of grapefruit, pineapple and citrus rind. Sharp and penetrating, it lingers into a graceful finish annotated with toasted hazelnuts.",,15,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2008 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2008-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Thistle 13.5,Red,Spain,"About as big and ripe as they come before tilting to the other side. Aromas of prune, raisin, marzipan, leather and baked berry fruit are sweet and inviting, while the loaded, tannic palate deals big berry flavors, tea and spice. Mint and coconut grace the pusling, stocked finish. Drink from 2012 thru 2015.",,37,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Remelluri 2005 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remelluri-2005-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Remelluri 14.5,White,US,"New toasty oak currently dominates, offering the butterscotch, buttered toast and caramel flavors that so many people think is the taste of Chardonnay, but is not. The true fruit stands out as pineapples and pears. It's a very clean, hedonistic wine to drink now with rich fare, like shellfish.",Lorenzo Vineyard,42,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tandem 2007 Lorenzo Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2007-lorenzo-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Tandem 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautifully aged expression of Nebbiolo with polished aromas of blackberry, cola and scented candle. Background aromas of pressed flowers and potpourri emerge after a few minutes in the glass and the wine evolves nicely in the mouth as well thanks to its silky tannins and natural acidity.",Riserva,45,91,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 2001 Riserva (Gattinara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-2001-riserva-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2001,Travaglini 14.6,Red,US,"A pure, very clean and utterly delicious Cabernet that's perfect for drinking now. Shows real accomplishment in the ripeness of the blackberry, cherry, black currant and cocoa flavors, and in how well-balanced they are with tannins and oak. Just captivating, at a wonderful price.",Three Vineyards,16,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-three-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pedroncelli 13.5,White,France,"Very few Crozes manage to be mini-Hermitages, but this one succeeds admirably. Honeyed ripeness comes through, along with scents of truffle and anise in this full-bodied white, and although the finish shows a bit of toasty oak at this stage, the fruit sings longest and loudest in the end. Drink now-2020.",Domaine de Roure,44,91,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Domaine de Roure Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-domaine-roure-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.8,Red,US,"A Syrah of considerable proportions. It shows the volume and drama that most Santa Lucia red wines display, with a tremendous depth of fruit. The flavors range from blackberries and cherries through milk chocolate to currants, bacon and black pepper. Interesting to note that the winemaker was the longtime Monterey legend, Steve Pessagno.",,27,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2007 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2007,Manzoni 14.5,Red,Italy,This powerful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon opens with thick layers of spice and toasted oak that surround a juicy core of cherry and wild berry. You'll also get chocolate and rhubarb. The wine is thick and succulent in the mouth. Pair it with wintery beef dishes.,Selecti,59,91,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2003 Selecti Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2003-selecti-cabernet-sauvignon-orientale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Moletto 14.5,Red,US,"A superb example of a fine, modern-style Paso Robles red wine, with a full body, rich tannins and utterly ripe, complex fruit. Although it's soft in acidity, it's elaborate, offering waves of black currants, mocha, olives, pepper, sage and smoky sandalwood. Ready now and through 2013.",Mon Coeur,50,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jettlynn NV Mon Coeur Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jettlynn-nv-mon-coeur-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Jettlynn ,White,US,"Adelsheim lays claim to being the third winery in the country to make Pinot Gris; this is their 25th vintage. It's a fine effort, beautifully rendered with crisp, spicy pear and melon fruit. Medium-bodied, focused and long.",,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Adelsheim ,Sparkling,US,"Argyle's Extended Tirage benefits from all the extra bottle age. It's far and away the smoothest and toastiest of the winery's current sparkling wine releases, lavishing toasted hazelnut and toasted coconut flavors along with dried apple, papaya and lemon rind. Complex yet still nicely fruity.",Extended Tirage Brut Sparkling Wine,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1999 Extended Tirage Brut Sparkling Wine Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1999-extended-tirage-brut-sparkling-wine-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Argyle 13.5,White,Portugal,"Finely perfumed, a wood-aged wine, smooth and creamy. There is an attractive mix of toast with apricot and white peach flavors, full in the mouth. With its herbs and spice edge, this could probably benefit from another year's aging.",Palpite,40,91,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2007 Palpite White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2007-palpite-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2007,Fitapreta Vinhos ,Red,US,"Among the many single-vineyard offerings from Erath, the Battle Creek is distinguished by a particular smokiness, and has a restrained yet powerful red fruit core with excellent persistence. Though pale in color, it is not lacking for flavor or even concentration. Burgundy lovers note—this is sure to please you, but you have to pay attention.",Battle Creek,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2007 Battle Creek Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2007-battle-creek-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Erath 13.5,White,France,"Made only from Roussanne, one might expect a dramatically different style of Hermitage. But not so much. Like other Hermitage's, this is broad, full bodied and lushly textured, without much in the way of distinctive fruit aromas. Long and mouthwatering on the finish. Unknown aging potential.",,70,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 2007 Roussanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-vincent-jaboulet-2007-roussanne-hermitage/,Roussanne,2007,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 15,Red,France,"Despite being 90% Grenache, this luxury cuvée seems destined to age, buttressed by firm tannins and crisp acids. Black cherry and plum aromas carry a note of sur-maturité and hints of dusty earth, leather and spice. The finish is long, loaded with lingering chocolate and licorice nuances. Try after 2012.",Lartizan Réserve Cador,69,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Canto et Fils 2005 Lartizan Réserve Cador Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canto-fils-2005-lartizan-reserve-cador-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Canto et Fils 14,Red,Portugal,"Parcels of old vines produce this complex wine. It has dark black berry fruits while still retaining freshness over the bone-dry tannins. There is a depth to the structure, pushing the wine but not going over the top. Age for 2–3 years.",Porca de Murça Reserva,18,92,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2006 Porca de Murça Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2006-porca-murca-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Real Companhia Velha 14,Red,Italy,"A fine wine at an approachable price, Santa Cecilia (a pure expression of Nero d'Avola) is a study in the best of Sicilian winemaking. This ruby-colored red is redolent of mature fruit, blackberry, Mediterranean herbs and toasted pistachio. The wine is firm and structured but soft and generous on the palate.",Santa Cecilia,40,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2007 Santa Cecilia Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2007-santa-cecilia-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Planeta 14.9,Red,US,"If you want subtlety go elsewhere. What you get with this wine is Petite Sirah power and Rockpile intensity. The combo is a dry, tannic wine of enormous flavor. Blackberries, black cherries, currants, plums, mocha, bacon, pepper spice, sandalwood and smoky toast flood the mouth. Will last for a long time, but you want to drink this wine in its flashy youth.",Rockpile Madrone Spring Vineyard,37,92,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2006 Rockpile Madrone Spring Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2006-rockpile-madrone-spring-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-rockpile/,Petite Sirah,2006,Mauritson 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Full bodied and lush, with layers of honeyed fruit: peach, melon and pineapple. The minerality of the site is submerged under a wave of ripe fruit, so either enjoy it now for its fruit-forwardness, or hold 10 years to see how the slate looks when the fruit levels subside.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Gold Capsule,42,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Gold Capsule Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-gold-capsule-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 7,Dessert,Germany,"Plump and succulent, layered with exotic fruit, this is one of Loosen's more explosive ausleses in recent memory. Passion fruit, mango, red berries and dried spices can all be found herein, ending in a long, palate-coating finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Goldkap,42,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Goldkap Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-goldkap-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 14,Red,Portugal,"A big wine in every sense, from its bold black fruits and dark chocolate flavors to its layer upon layer of tannin, acidity, wood and then more fruit. Obviously for aging, this needs at least 2–3 years.",Conceito,46,92,Douro,,,Conceito Vinhos 2007 Conceito Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2007-conceito-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Conceito Vinhos ,Red,France,"There is good density here, a wine that seems well balanced and integrated. It has a solid, firm kernel, but this is balanced with great fresh acidity as well as blackberry fruits. The wine still seems to be coming together after bottling, and certainly needs 4–5 years.",,180,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Angélus 15.5,Red,US,"Shows the ripe, California character of a fine Pinot Noir, with masses of black cherries, red currants and cola, and also the dusty spices of Santa Maria Valley. Tastes a bit direct and primary now, but elegant and dry. Nice with a perfectly grilled steak.",Clone 2A,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cambria 14.6,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, elegant and dry, whose tannins and acids warrant some time in the cellar. Beyond the astringency are ripe, complex notes of cherries, raspberries, pomegranates, persimmons, cola and vanilla-scented sandalwood. Fine now and through 2014.",Pommard Clone,58,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Heart O' The Mountain 2007 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-o-mountain-2007-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Heart O' The Mountain 14.8,Red,US,"This is Krupp's best wine. Made of an unusual blend of Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot, it's a classically young Napa Bordeaux blend in need of time in the cellar. Shows tannic flavors of blackberries, currants and cola, with a bone-dry, spicy finish. Hold this rich, vital wine until 2012, and it should provide good drinking for at least six additional years, with good storage.",Stagecoach Vineyard Advocate,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2006 Stagecoach Vineyard Advocate Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2006-stagecoach-vineyard-advocate-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Krupp Brothers 12.9,White,US,"Strong in fruit and oak, but very rich and elegant. Shows massively ripe flavors of green apples, pears and pineapples, with a honeysuckle floral note and leesy, oaky influences. Dry and crisp, it's an upscale Chardonnay to drink with the classic San Francisco combo of crab and buttered sourdough bread.",Manchester Ridge Vineyard,54,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Tandem 2007 Manchester Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2007-manchester-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Chardonnay,2007,Tandem ,Red,France,"A wine with plenty of weight, fruit and balanced tannins. It shows a smoky character from the toasty wood, followed by broad berry fruits and sweetness. The ripe fruit flows naturally from the tannins, both offering aging potential.",,70,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Rauzan-Ségla ,Red,France,"This is a solid effort, impressively powerful, the tannins and extract just right for the fruit. The flavors are juicy, but the backbone is right there, the aftertaste dark and dense. Certainly likely to age.",,75,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cantenac Brown ,Red,France,"A big, bitter chocolate and new wood-dominated wine, the wine's spice coming from wood and also fig and cocoa flavors. There is acidity, and fresh berry fruits coming through the dark, black character.",,70,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Canon 14,Red,Spain,"Opaque and nearly over the top, with concentrated, roasted aromas of baked blackberry and dark plums. Super big and weighty, with driving flavors and some of the same lemony oak displayed by the Torre Muga 2005. Finishes in a mass of fudge, black olive and roasted berries. Hold until 2011–12, then drink.",Aro,205,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2005 Aro (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2005-aro-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Muga ,White,US,"This Columbia Gorge winery is knocking it out of the park with its Chardonnays. This estate reserve is tangy and tart, a luscious mix of apple, pear and melon. It seems to gain power and concentration in the mouth, buoyed by perfect acidity.",Estate Reserve,26,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2008 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2008-estate-reserve-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Chardonnay,2008,Phelps Creek ,Red,US,"Made from the estate, in the center of Oakville, this fancy Cabernet is very ripe and oaky, and solidly in the opulent, flamboyant cult style. It floods the mouth with melted blackberries, cherries, raspberries, cocoa and sweet new oak, framed in tannins that are rich and refined. Bone dry, it's a flashy wine to drink now, and will mature for a decade.",Estate,78,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Plumpjack 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumpjack-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Plumpjack 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet notable for its trim, elegant structure. Made in a less ripe style, it shows crisp, firm acidity underpinning the blackberries, coffee, herbs and cedar. Feels balanced and refined in the mouth, a wine you might call Bordeaux-esque. Offers good drinking now and should develop through 2017.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Judd's Hill 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judds-hill-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Judd's Hill 13,Red,Spain,"Pure, soft, balanced and classy, with raisin, earth and fine leather on the nose. The palate is warm and smooth, with lasting acidity that creates juicy cherry, plum and fresh tomato flavors. On the finish, chocolate and caramel enter the picture. Complex and still vital. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,78,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 2001 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-2001-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Val Sotillo ,White,US,"This herbal, crisp Chardonnay is clean and bracing. The winery name suggests the flavors, which have a thistly component, along with tangerine, Meyer lemon, lime, green apple and tonic. Very long and very fresh.",,18,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2007 Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2007-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Thistle 14.8,Red,US,"Very dry, this Cabernet comes down on the side of elegance and structure rather than power. It feels firmly tannic in the mouth, offering blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors, with an undertow of minerality and a grounding of coffee and herbs. Very fine and sleek, and raises Dry Creek Valley's Cabernet profile considerably. Now–2012.",Frei Ranch Vineyards,35,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo Family Vineyards 2006 Frei Ranch Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-2006-frei-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Gallo Family Vineyards 14,Red,France,"On the oaky side, even for Colombo, but charged with superripe fruit as well, Force One makes a statement. Blackberries are slathered with chocolate and vanilla overtones, there's a rich, lush texture in the mouth, and the finish is long and mouthwatering. Drink now-2020.",Force One,137,92,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 Force One (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-force-one-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.5,Red,US,"Very ripe, rich and fruity, with oodles of blackberry, black cherry and sweet new oak, which gives even richer notes of caramel and toast. The tannin structure is firm and a bit hard. The beauty of this 100% Cabernet lies entirely in its potential. Give it 4–6 years to come around.",,130,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mockingbird 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mockingbird-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Mockingbird 14,Red,Portugal,"A wine that emphasizes dry tannins and aging potential. There is no question this is powerful, with its dark berry fruits layered with fruit tannins and new wood flavors. It has a dense structure, powering through the fruit, finishing more gently with juicy acidity.",Chocapalha Reserva Tinto,,92,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2007 Chocapalha Reserva Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2007-reserva-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta de Chocapalha 14.9,Red,US,"A dry, deeply flavorful and impressive Zinfandel that's still young at the age of three-plus years. Shows an immaculate structure of strong tannins and acids framing intense flavors of blackberries and plums, spiced with pepper and finished with the scour of espresso. Needs a little time, though. Give it 1–3 years.",Old Vine,44,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2006-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Ledson 12.2,Red,US,"Super-fruity now, almost too much so for a sparkling wine. Tastes like a Chardonnay with bubbles. But of course the wine is still young at the age of six-plus years. It wants time in the cellar. Should develop slowly and well over the next decade, acquiring nutty, dried fruit and honey complexities.",Le Rêve,85,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2003 Le Rêve Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2003-le-reve-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Domaine Carneros 13.5,White,France,"A full-bodied, richly textured example of Hermitage, Belle's '04 starts off with scents of crushed stones, then adds flavors of melon and pear to the mix. It lingers elegantly on the finish. Drink now-2020.",,107,92,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Domaine Belle 2004 Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-belle-2004-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,2004,Domaine Belle 14.8,Red,US,"Shows the acidity and firm tannins of this fine vineyard, and also the incredibly ripe fruit of the 2007 vintage. The combination of the two makes for a wine to cellar. It's dry and full-bodied, with masses of blackberries, black cherries, cola, licorice and sandalwood. Good now, with decanting, with roast lamb, but should begin to develop bottle complexity after 2012.",Clone 4 Julia's,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Clone 4 Julia's Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-clone-4-julias-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cambria 14,Red,Italy,"Born at the heart of the dreamiest of Tuscan landscapes, Castello di Brolio is a monumental Chianti Classico with rich notes of berry fruit, leather, exotic spice and blackberry. The wine is incredibly smooth and polished in the mouth with enduring berry flavors and silky tannins.",Castello di Brolio,55,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 2006 Castello di Brolio (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2006-castello-brolio-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Barone Ricasoli ,Red,France,"Big and bold for the year, the tannins quite solid with a tight character. The fruit flavors are rich and intense, spiced with toast and acidity. Through it all goes the tell-tale 2007 streak of acidity.",Les Forts de Latour,100,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2007 Les Forts de Latour (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2007-forts-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Latour ,Red,France,"Spice and blackberry jelly fruits give a wine that has attractive fruity, ripe Cabernet tannins, acidity, but not a huge structure. There is great freshness, but maybe the wine as a whole is a little lean.",,90,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Figeac 14.5,Red,US,"A complicated and interesting Zinfandel with lots to recommend it, and at a pretty good price. The wine is dry and tannic, but gentle enough to drink now. It has appealing flavors of blackberry tart, red currants and cola, liberally dusted with black pepper, anise and vanilla, and finished with sweet, smoky sandalwood. Feels lush and elegant and classy through the long, spicy finish.",Reserve Rous Vineyard Old Vine,25,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Ironstone 2007 Reserve Rous Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2007-reserve-rous-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Ironstone 14.5,Red,US,"Strong and assaultive now in massive fruit, spice, oak and minerals, this old vine Zin offers a flood of wild blackberries, mulberries, red currants, licorice, cocoa, violets, black pepper and sandalwood, and the list goes on and on. It's tannic and dry and very complicated, a Zin that changes by the second. Should last for many years. Now, with rich fare, and through 2019.",Reserve Deaver Vineyard Old Vine,27,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Ironstone 2007 Reserve Deaver Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2007-reserve-deaver-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Ironstone 13.5,White,France,"A strong effort from Meffre, the '07 Laurus Hermitage features exotic aromas of honey, ripe peaches and even a bit of black truffle. This full-bodied, opulent example of Hermitage should be consumed in its youth to best enjoy its flamboyant style of honeyed ripeness.",Laurus,57,92,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Gabriel Meffre 2007 Laurus White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2007-laurus-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Gabriel Meffre 13.8,Red,US,"A wonderful Zinfandel that perfectly captures the essence of Dry Creek Valley, while keeping alcohol modest and the overall structure elegant. Perfectly dry, the wine shows complex waves of cherries and cola. It's vast in peppery spices, with notes of all kinds of essences from the rocks and soil. Just lovely, a world-class Zinfandel.",,35,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Nalle 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nalle-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Nalle 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Lean and focused, with powerful mineral notes reminscent of crushed stones balancing lime and honey. This is crisp and racy, nearly taut in its construction, yet elegantly wrought. Drink now-2020.",Erdener Prälat Auslese,42,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Erdener Prälat Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-erdener-pralat-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 14,Red,US,"Amazingly dense and direct, offering an explosion of fruit in the mouth. Like an orchard, with massive blackberries, cherries, currants, spiced plums and cola, liberally enhanced with sweet, smoky oak. The tannins are bigtime but refined. It's a wine that screams quality, but is too impetuous to appreciate now. Needs a good 4–6 years in the cellar, probably longer.",SOMA Limited Private Reserve,86,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marita's Vineyard 2006 SOMA Limited Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maritas-vineyard-2006-soma-limited-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Marita's Vineyard ,Red,Portugal,"Chocolate and spice dominate this wine. It is very dry, very firm, extracted but intense, the fruit only slowly coming through the other flavors. A potentially impressive wine, from vineyards high up the Douro, this is worth aging 2–3 years.",Tinto,24,92,Douro,,,Muxagat 2007 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muxagat-2007-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Muxagat 14.3,Red,US,"This vineyard-designate is always the winery's biggest Merlot. In this vintage of 2006, it shows impressively ripe flavors of blackberries and chocolate, with pleasant herbal nuances, wrapped into firm mountain tannins. The wine is dry, but oak adds frankly sweet notes of caramel. A bit awkward now, but should gather momentum by 2011.",Mailbox Vineyard Reserve,60,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2006 Mailbox Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2006-mailbox-vineyard-reserve-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2006,Keenan 14.3,Red,US,"A worthy followup to the wonderful 2006, K&B's '07 is silky and fruity in a way that is drinkable right now. Shows dry flavors of cherry and raspberry jam, cola and spices that are bright and appealing, set off with a good tannin-acid structure. Should develop in the bottle over the next 6–8 years.",Primo's Hill,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kazmer & Blaise 2007 Primo's Hill Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kazmer-blaise-2007-primos-hill-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kazmer & Blaise ,Red,Spain,"Warm and rich wine, with big black cherry, raspberry, vanilla and cedary aromas. Well-oaked if nothing else, with mixed red fruits, black plum and a ton of vanilla on the palate. Lovely texture and stoutly structured, and the finish is full but soft, with dry spice and even more vanilla. Drink now through 2014.",Malleolus,50,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2006 Malleolus (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2006-malleolus-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2006,Emilio Moro ,Red,US,"Very fragrant, aromatic and complex before it even hits your mouth. These 20-year-old vines are moving into full maturity, and carry the cherry fruit and iron core of the best Dundee Hills terroir. Though the alcohol is a bit on the high side (14.7%), the wine remains in balance, with a perfect match of fruit, acid, tannin and barrel.",Fuqua,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2006 Fuqua Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2006-fuqua-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Erath ,White,US,"Always a strength at David Hill, this may be the best Riesling they've ever made. Finished dry, it is nonetheless round and juicy, with a luscious mix of yellow apples, peach and melon fruit. Lovely acids boost the palate presence and keep it refreshing.",Estate,16,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,David Hill 15.2,Red,US,"Here's a Bordeaux blend that aims high and largely succeeds. It's soft and intricate despite the thick tannins, with a mouthfeel like wool. Turns flavorful in blackberries and black currants, with more feminine hints of violets and lavender, then shuts down again on a tannic finish. Better after 2012.",FURTH,150,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2006 FURTH Red (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2006-furth-red-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Chalk Hill 8.5,Dessert,Germany,"Concentrated apricot and peach aromas lead the way, followed by stone fruit and citrus on the palate. This is slightly drier and higher in alcohol (8.5%)than many eisweins, yet still lusciously sweet, with a suggestion of citrus pith on the finish.",Erbacher Steinmorgen Eiswein,,92,Rheingau,,,Baron zu Knyphausen 2007 Erbacher Steinmorgen Eiswein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-zu-knyphausen-2007-erbacher-steinmorgen-eiswein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Baron zu Knyphausen ,Red,US,"This is Oregon Pinot Noir at its best, with varietal distinction and well-defined terroir. Great purity of fruit shows in a wine of tremendous focus and concentration. Strawberry and cherry flavors are set in a perfectly balanced, moderately alcoholic wine with careful details of baking spice, cola and cocoa.",,24,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2006 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2006-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Thistle 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very fine wine, Merlot-based with a splash of Syrah, and it proves you don't have to spend a lot to get a great Napa red. It shows rich, complex flavors of black and red currants, licorice, cola and sandalwood, in an elegantly silky structure that's light and refined.",Claret,25,93,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2007 Claret Red (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2007-claret-red-napa-county/,Red Blend,2007,Newton ,Red,France,"A smooth, velvet textured wine, piled high with sweet, ripe flavors. There is fine, opulent concentration here, impressive density, and a solid, tannic core. While it is not as powerful as some vintages from this estate, it certainly suggests the ability to age 5–6 years and more.",,360,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 13.5,Red,Italy,"The excellent 2004 vintage shines through in this traditional expression of Brunello. Biond-Santi's wines speak highly of the territory they come from. The acidity and tight berry flavors recall the hillside vineyards at Il Greppo and the aromatic complexity shows the best of Montalcino. The wine is fine, elegant, sophisticated and built to last. Drink after 2020.",Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Biondi Santi 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-santi-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Biondi Santi 14.7,Red,US,"Fat, fleshy and ripe, showing masses of blackberry nectar, smoky-sweet new oak, vanilla, cocoa and Asian spices that are delivered with pinpoint focus and depth. Crisp acidity gives it a fresh, clean feel. Flamboyant and impressive now for its sheer opulence, but those Howell Mountain tannins give it the room to gain bottle complexity through at least 2018.",Heritage Release,90,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,La Jota Vineyard 2006 Heritage Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jota-vineyard-2006-heritage-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,La Jota Vineyard 14.9,White,US,"Offers plenty of decadent richness, with elaborately smoked oak framing ripe, rich flavors of pineapples, limes, kiwi fruit and honeysuckle. Superb acidity provides crispness for balance. A yummy, impeccably crafted Central Coast Chardonnay.",Sarmento Vineyards,25,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Windstream 2007 Sarmento Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windstream-2007-sarmento-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Windstream ,Red,France,"A solidly structured wine, filled with fig, bitter coffee, spice and wood over a firm structure of tannins. The freshness is quite intense, but the ripe fruit is vivid with layered acidity and new wood. This is a serious wine, for aging.",,210,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Pavie ,Red,France,"Rich, impressively ripe fruit, the fruit dense and black, with juicy black plum flavors followed by dusty tannins. The wine is chunky, powerful for the year, the dryness smoothed by new wood.",,75,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lynch-Bages 15,Red,Italy,"Fragrant and intense, Bertani's 2003 Amarone delivers enticing aromas of spice, cola, mature berry fruit and smoke. You'll feel power in the mouth—although the wine's alcohol is beautifully integrated—and a long, satisfying finish.",,136,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bertani 2003 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2003-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Bertani 14.8,White,US,"This is quite a brilliant wine. An unusual blend of 90% Roussanne and 10% Viognier, it shows tremendous richness in the array of tangerine, Meyer lemon custard, pineapple tart, buttered toast and caramel cream flavors, yet has a stony minerality that anchors and dries it. Fermented in new oak and aged on the lees, this full-bodied, complex wine can be consumed by itself, or with rich fare, such as lobster or crab.",L'Avion,38,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2007 L'Avion Roussanne-Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2007-lavion-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Roussanne-Viognier,2007,Stolpman 14.3,Red,US,"Shows its pedigree in the very fine quality of the tannins. They're sturdy but ripely sweet, providing a classic structure to the blackberries, black cherries, currants and sweet cedar wood. It's good now, and should develop in the bottle through 2012, although it doesn't seem likely to go beyond that.",,59,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eponymous 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Eponymous 13.5,White,France,"Guigal's luxury cuvée from Condrieu is a blend of vineyards, all vinified and agfed for eight months in new oak. The result is a big, spicy, rich wine, graced with smoky nuances but built on concentrated honey and apricots. It's long and powerful on the finish, ending with impressive spice. Drink now-2015.",La Doriane,100,93,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,E. Guigal 2007 La Doriane (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-doriane-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2007,E. Guigal 15.8,Red,US,"Massive, high in alcohol, distinctly New World in style, this 100% Syrah impresses for its sheer volume. Explodes on the palate with waves of blackberries, cherries, currants, anise, leather, mocha and peppery spices that sink in deep and last long on the finish. With alcohol approaching 16%, it's a wine you'll either love or hate. Best now and through 2012 for youthful opulence.",IX Estate,175,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 2006 IX Estate Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-2006-ix-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,Colgin 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"If you're seeking laser-like focus in your eiswein, this is the bottling for you. Although it starts off musky and feral, it's also ultracrisp and racy, with intense pineapple fruit surrounded by hints of wild meat and spice, then finishing with blazingly pure citrus.",Herrenberg Eiswein,171,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2007 Herrenberg Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2007-herrenberg-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Maximin Grünhäuser ,Red,France,"Firm, solid, chunky, a great success from a château that is currently in top form, even in more difficult years. The bright fruits charge through the tannins, giving some richness, balancing with the elegance and freshness of the year. Worth aging.",,50,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Giscours ,Red,France,"A very powered wine, pushing forward with solid, but always fresh structure and fruit. The wine bursts with ripe jammy fruits, but is also firmly tannic. It combines sweet weight with final extreme, exuberant freshness.",,95,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 13.5,Red,Portugal,"With its dark color and intense tannins, this is a big wine in all senses. The fruit is packed into a box of firm dry structure, with acidity keeping a lid on its potential exuberance. It certainly needs time for the richness to fully come through.",Reserva Old Vines,50,93,Douro,,,Duorum 2007 Reserva Old Vines Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2007-reserva-old-vines-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Duorum 8,Dessert,Germany,"Deftly illustrates why auslese is the ripeness level favored by so many cognoscenti, as the wine still retains some flinty, slaty minerality to go along with the layers of ripe fruit. Honey and bergamot are joined by plump melon flavors and all of these notes come together ina crescendo on the succulent, mouthwatering finish.",Erdener Prälat Auslese Goldkap,58,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Erdener Prälat Auslese Goldkap Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-erdener-pralat-auslese-goldkap-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 14.5,Red,US,"The “architects” name refers to the four vineyards that constitute the blend: Laetitia, La Encantada, Firepeak and Bien Nacido. The wine's purity is proof that a great Pinot does not have to come from a single vineyard. It's bone dry and full-bodied in tannins, with complex flavors of black cherries, red currants, Dr. Pepper cola and exotic Asian spices. It was raised in one-year old oak, which gives smoky vanilla and caramel notes, in just the right proportion, to the fruit.",The Architects,55,93,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cadre 2007 The Architects Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadre-2007-architects-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cadre ,White,France,"A ripe wine, with a delicious citrus and pear character, sweet fruits and an edge of spice. Pineapple acidity gives both richness and freshness. The wine has both balance and final acidity.",,580,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Laville Haut-Brion 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-haut-brion-2007-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Laville Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"A dark charactered wine, with solid tannins and firm, extracted fruit flavors. The berry fruits are juicy and sweet, with the dusty tannins coming from the Cabernet in the blend. The finish is softer, more black jelly in texture.",,90,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Pichon Longueville 14.6,Red,US,"One of the best California Tempranillos of this or any vintage, Longoria's '07 establishes a new benchmark for the variety. Finally we have a dry, crisp and complex Tempranillo, filled with cherry, red currant, tobacco, spice, vanilla and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into polished tannins. A delicious, medium-bodied red wine to enjoy with lamb chops, game, or even roast salmon.",Clover Creek Vineyard,36,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2007 Clover Creek Vineyard Tempranillo (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2007-clover-creek-vineyard-tempranillo-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Tempranillo,2007,Longoria 15.5,Red,US,"This is quite easily the best Justin Cabernet ever. The wine achieves a new height of richness of fruit, dazzling with waves of blackberries, blueberries, cassis and chocolate, liberally enhanced with sweet vanilla oak. Yet it's bone dry, and the tannins are immaculate, with enough acids for balance. Gorgeous now with haute cuisine.",Reserve,45,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Justin 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Franc, this opulent, flashy young wine is made solidly in the modern cult style. It's soft and rich in new oak, offering massive blackberries, currants, cassis, violets and smoky cedar wood. The tannins are firm, but not hard, giving the wine structural support through the long, spicy finish. Needs time to show its stuff. 2012–2018.",Founders Art,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Judd's Hill 2006 Founders Art Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judds-hill-2006-founders-art-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Judd's Hill 14,Red,US,"This is a gigantic wine made solidly in the modern cult Napa style of dazzling power. It's similar to the winery's 2005, although lacking some of its structure. Massive in blackberries, black currants and cedar flavors, with a pleasantly earthy edge of green olives and carob. Extremely fine, but wants some time in the cellar. Better after 2012.",Select Private Reserve,150,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marita's Vineyard 2006 Select Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maritas-vineyard-2006-select-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Marita's Vineyard 7,White,Germany,"Lean and racy, typical of the Saar even at these high ripeness levels, with hints of slate and mint or tea gracing pineapple fruit. The long, vibrant finish is crisp and mouthwatering, with the residual sugar dropping into the background. Drink now-2030+.",Auslese,51,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2007 Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2007-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Saarstein 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"This TBA shows an incredible likeness to Earl Grey tea, sweetened with honey and made subtly even more complex through the inclusion of dried stone fruits. It's rich and concentrated, not just sugary, but could use just a tiny bit more acidity to completely balance the finish. A decade or two of cellaring should see a more balanced wine in the end.",Erbacher Marcobrunn Trockenbeerenauslese,500,93,Rheingau,,,Schloss Reinhartshausen 2006 Erbacher Marcobrunn Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-reinhartshausen-2006-erbacher-marcobrunn-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2006,Schloss Reinhartshausen 14.2,Red,US,"An impressive young Bordeaux blend, mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, that shows impeccably ripe, clean fruit but also the hard tannins of its famous mountain. Thoroughly dry, its astringency cannot mask an eruption of blackberries and black currants, accented by smoky oak. Give this lovely wine a good five years to begin to mature.",Elivette,100,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2005 Elivette Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2005-elivette-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Spring Mountain Vineyard 11,Dessert,US,"This bottling is usually among the more opulent, successful white dessert wines in California, and the '07 certainly fits that bill. With 20.1% residual sugar, it's fantastically sweet, yet has enough fruity stuffing, balanced by high acidity, to satisfy. The pineapple, apricot and orange flavors could be somewhat more intense but it's certainly a very delicious dessert wine.",Cluster Select Late Harvest,29,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2007 Cluster Select Late Harvest Riesling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2007-cluster-select-late-harvest-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Riesling,2007,Navarro 13.8,Red,France,"Cornas is Colombo's home turf, and the 2005 Terres Brulees shows his mastery, offering up beefy, cedary notes but also cracked pepper and cassis alongside iron-like mineral notes. This is full-bodied and intense, with plenty of structure; drink 2015-2025.",Terres Brulées,78,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 Terres Brulées (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-terres-brulees-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.3,Red,US,"A massive Syrah that impresses for sheer volume. It's full-bodied and rich in blackberries, black currants, bacon, black pepper, anise and smoky oak, folded into thick, ripe tannins. Tastes juicy and fresh now, perfect for a grilled steak, and should develop for up to five years before losing its fruit.",Madden Ranch,40,93,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fleming Jenkins 2007 Madden Ranch Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2007-madden-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2007,Fleming Jenkins ,Red,France,"Silky wine, fresh and light, balanced with high acidity cutting through black berry fruits. The structure has some substance, but this is a light, aromatic wine, developing fast, already delicious, and only for medium-term aging.",,450,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"A powerful, extracted wine, very concentrated. The tannins are dense, giving a sense of tight texture, while underneath the ripe fruits are pulsing with fresh acidity as well as sweet berry flavors.",,60,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Léoville Poyferré ,Red,France,"With plenty of new wood, the wine has a velvet character, smooth and round. Only gradually does a plum skin, bitter chocolate element come in, giving structure and weight. This is a wine that should age well.",,55,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 14.3,Red,US,"Shows everything great about its vintage and terroir. It's a strong, young Pinot Noir, rich in tannins and dense in almost jammy blackberries, cherries and chocolaty cola that are delicious in and of themselves. As good as it is, this is a wine that wants some time to integrate and mellow. Give it until 2011, if you can.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Byron 20,Dessert,US,"Made from traditional Portuguese varieties, this is one of the best California Port-style wines out there, which is no surprise coming as it does from sweet wine specialist Quady. It's tremendously rich and sweet in chocolate truffle and blackberry-infused flavors, with near-perfect acidity and tannins for balance. A great success at a good price for a full, not a half, bottle.",Batch 88 Starboard,24,94,California,California Other,California,Quady NV Batch 88 Starboard Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-nv-batch-88-starboard-red-other/,Red Blend,,Quady 14,Red,Italy,"You can't help but love this wine. The richness, density and intensity are all outstanding and Tignanello is extraordinary in terms of aromas and flavors. The traditional formula for this groundbreaking super Tuscan was Sangiovese with a small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon. This vintage sees 5% Cabernet Franc for additional texture and longevity.",Tignanello,95,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Antinori 2007 Tignanello Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2007-tignanello-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Marchesi Antinori ,Red,France,"This is a wine for aging. The tannins are dense, very dry with a feel of extraction. It takes a while for the black currant fruit to show through, with acidity and freshness dominant. The wine is still settling, and time will bring the fruit into line with the tannins.",,455,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lafite Rothschild ,Red,France,"A serious wine, filled with firm tannins, spiced with wood, and layered with bitter coffee as well as fruit. It certainly has power, the structure ready for long aging, firmly anchored in the dense character of this wine. It is a medium aging wine, 5–10 years.",,450,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Haut-Brion 14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is near Occidental, in the cooler southwestern part of the valley, and you can taste the fog and the sea and crisp nights in the acidity, like biting into a Gravenstein apple. Yet this perfect vintage has resulted in perfect fruit. It's hard to imagine richer blackberry, cherry and licorice flavors. Impeccable and impressive, but young. Best in the narrow window of 2011–2013.",MacLain's,60,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 2007 MacLain's Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2007-maclains-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hartford ,Red,France,"Slowly the potential of this impressive wine is coming out. It is rich, the new wood flavors blending with the ripe blackberry sweetness and tight tannins. Chocolate flavor power through this concentrated wine.",,75,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Pontet-Canet 14.5,White,France,"It is easy to be seduced by the opulence of this wine. But underneath the ripe surface, there is a complex wine, full of tight, structured yellow fruits, spice from wood and acidity bursting to get out. It needs at least another four years for its real grandeur to be apparent.",,70,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2007-pessac-leognan-107772/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Malartic-Lagravière 14,Red,Portugal,"Chryseia is a benchmark wine in modern Douro table wine making. With its layered tannins, black currant fruit, minerality and stylish yet powerful structure, this is a wine of great stature, needing aging for 2–3 years.",Chryseia,65,94,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2007 Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2007-chryseia-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Prats & Symington LDA 14.5,Red,US,"Held back, for some reason, for more than six years, this wine is showing beautifully now. Exhibits really fine structure, with firm but soft tannins and good acidity framing blackberry, cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors that are just on the verge of turning complex in the way of old wines. Should continue to evolve in interesting ways over the next 3–5 years.",,40,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ledson 2003 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2003-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Ledson ,Red,US,"Dramatic Cabernet Sauvignon, very dark in color and utterly ripe and balanced to the taste. Shows an enormity of blackberries, cherries and milk chocolate, made firm and grounded by grippy tannins. Made solidly in the modern cult style and thus appealing now for its sheer deliciousness.",Blueprint,50,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 2006 Blueprint Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-2006-blueprint-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Lail 15.2,Red,US,"A big, deeply flavored, extraordinarily ripe Syrah, brimming with blackberries, black currants, chocolate, licorice and black pepper, all of it enhanced with the sweet-smoky taste of oak. Impresses not only for its size, but for balance and finesse. Just terrific now, and should age well for six years or so.",Bradford Mountain Vineyard Gravity Flow Block,45,94,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 2006 Bradford Mountain Vineyard Gravity Flow Block Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-2006-bradford-mountain-vineyard-gravity-flow-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Peterson 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A beautifully shaped and structured wine. Its polished wood shines through the black plums, figs and dark chocolate flavors. It's a wine with a velvet texture, hiding sweet tannins and pushing the ripe fruit forward. For aging, 4–5 years, but already very drinkable.",Domini Plus,40,94,Douro,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2007 Domini Plus Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2007-domini-plus-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,José Maria da Fonseca 14.1,Red,US,"There's a sweet fruit and pastry quality to this wine that's reminiscent of a cherry tart, with its vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon and smoky buttery pie crust flavors. It's very delicious but also brilliantly structured as a wine, with fine tannins and a sunburst of citrusy acids. One of the best Carneros Pinots of the vintage, it will provide pleasurable drinking now–2013 at the least.",Seven's Bench,60,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Hartford 2007 Seven's Bench Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2007-sevens-bench-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hartford 14.4,Red,US,"A brilliant wine, massively sculpted and monumental, that shows how great this vineyard is. The wine shows densely concentrated flavors of blackberries and licorice, with the loveliest accent of sweet worn leather and rhubarb, flourished with the dusty spices that always characterize a fine Santa Maria Pinot Noir. Best now–2013.",Julia's Vineyard,40,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2007 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2007-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Byron ,Red,France,"This is a great success for the year, a wine that is dense, characterized by balance between sweet fruit and solid tannins. Spice from the finely judged wood aging adds extra complexity, as do the plum and berry fruits. For aging.",,65,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Léoville Barton 14.2,Red,US,"It's impossible to imagine this wine could have existed even five years ago, even though it hails from the extraordinary Nielson Vineyard that for many years has yielded Byron's best Pinot Noirs, as well as Chardonnays. The ripeness level is something only modern techniques could achieve, and the 2007 vintage was great. Ultrarich in blackberries, cherries and dark chocolate, the wine retains a silky texture and is imposingly full-bodied. Drink now–2013.",Monument,60,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2007 Monument Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2007-monument-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Byron 14.5,Red,US,"This is always a great bottling, and Zaca Mesa's 2006 Black Bear Block goes to the head of the line in newly released California Syrahs. It's an enormously rich wine, filled to the brim with pure blackberries, currants, cocoa and peppery-spiced oak, and the finish turns to milk chocolate. But it's dry. The 2006 vintage was a very good one for Zaca Mesa's various Syrahs, and this is their best.",Black Bear Block,58,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2006 Black Bear Block Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2006-black-bear-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2006,Zaca Mesa ,Red,US,"Matriarch often measures up to the level of BOND and Harlan Estate itself. It is a blend of various BOND components. The '06 is a classically structured Napa blend, fat and flashy in youth, offering complex waves of blackberry and cherry tart, black currant, cola, licorice and sweet, spicy oak. There's a savory meatiness reminiscent of salty bacon. But the tannins are significant. Drink now through 2018.",,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Matriarch 2006 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matriarch-2006-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Matriarch 14.5,Red,US,"Refined and beautiful. Made with a splash of Cabernet Franc that gives it a cherry pie filling richness, it's dry and full-bodied, with thick but sweetly ripe tannins framing a Sauvignonesque core of cassis. Finishes with a wonderful, grounding tug of herbs and coffee. A major achievement at this price.",,28,94,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Newton ,Red,US,"Though not yet certified, this estate vineyard is biodynamically farmed. This is the first release from these grapes. A Rhône blend (61% Syrah, 34% Grenache, 5% Mourvèdre), it's aromatically captivating, with a fascinating mix of violets and stones. The wine itself seems carved out of rock, its flavors in bas-relief. Intense raspberry and cassis, white pepper, fine length and crystalline acidity.",Steep Creek Ranch Red,50,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Syncline 2007 Steep Creek Ranch Red Red (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2007-steep-creek-ranch-red-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Red Blend,2007,Syncline 13.5,White,France,"With its head-turning aromas of honey, truffles and ripe peaches, this is a knockout offfering from Tardieu Laurent. In the mouth, it's broad yet focused, with layers of rich, nuanced flavors that coat the palate before ending in a long, mineral-inflected finish. Drink now-2020, and possibly beyond that.",,82,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Shows some amazing aromatics similar to tea leaves to go alongside dried peaches and apricots. It's rich, sweet and unctuous in texture, coating the mouth with sugary goodness and yet finishing with mouthwatering acids as well. Drink now-2040.",Goldlack Trockenbeerenauslese,,94,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2007 Goldlack Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2007-goldlack-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Johannisberger 14.2,Red,US,"Exotic richness defines this lovely young wine. It displays the tannin-acid balance you expect from Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, plus the exceptional intensity of fruit characteristic of the vintage. Floods the mouth with concentrated cherries, raspberries, red currants and cola that, influenced by smoky oak, turn to white chocolate on the finish. But it's totally dry.",,40,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Dogwood 2007 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Dogwood 14.5,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine was grown in the Vaca Mountains above the Silverado Trail, within the Rutherford AVA. It's very dry and very tannic, making it undrinkable now. Yet it has a potent core of blackberries and black cherries, and is classically structured. Seems to have everything it needs for the cellar. 2012–2018.",Auberge Road Vineyard,60,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Lieff 2006 Auberge Road Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieff-2006-auberge-road-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Lieff 6,Dessert,Germany,"A relative bargain in the stratospheric world of icewine, Loosen's 2007 boasts amazingly pure fruit essences resembling candied pineapple, peach, fruit cocktail and even some red-berry notes. It's plump in the mouth but not oversized, with a long, mouthwatering finish.",Eiswein,23,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The estate wine of Malhadinha Nova is a serious proposition. With its firm, restrained tannins and dark, complex fruits, the latest vintage from this star estate is a wine for aging. It is powerful, but doe not lose its inspired elegance.",Malhadinha Tinto,90,94,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2007 Malhadinha Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2007-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova ,Red,US,"Here's a big, flashy, cult-style wine if ever there was one. It offers masses of blackberries, black currants, coffee, spices and new oak. Vastly rich, it defines the Harlan Estate style, although, in this vintage, perhaps not quite at its highest expression. Nonetheless the wine is fat and unctuous and immediately drinkable, thanks to refined tannins. Yet it should age effortlessly through 2018.",,500,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harlan Estate 2006 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlan-estate-2006-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Harlan Estate ,Red,France,"For the year, this is a big wine, a success. New wood flavors and tannins blend well with the weight of fruit, depth of flavor and concentration. The wine has freshness to give with the structure, solid and intense. Certainly for aging—five years and more.",,160,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Léoville Las Cases 15.6,Red,US,"From the estate, in the Pritchard Hill area of St. Helena which is worthy of its own appellation, comes this densely structured, impressive but young wine. It's massive in fruity extract and new oak, flooding the mouth with soft, ultrarich flavors of blackberries and dark chocolate and a leathery, peppery, grilled meat quality. This is the kind of wine even a non-red wine drinker will be dazzled by, and connoisseurs will appreciate its power and finesse. Ready now for sheer opulence, and should develop through 2012, at least.",IX Estate,290,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 2006 IX Estate Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-2006-ix-estate-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Colgin ,Red,France,"With its perfumed aromas, this is a wine that has richness and sweetness, with soft velvet power. It has an intense wood element that needs to blend into the rest of the wine, but the sweet black currant and freshness provide a good balance. This is a seductive wine, with a fine solid character.",,120,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2007 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2007-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"The wood element is important here, but it is based on a firm Cabernet Sauvignon structure, dry but rich tannins. The wine is a great success for the vintage, giving sweetness, ripe fruit that only shows light extraction, and dark plum and berry flavors. The feeling is of polished fruit and wood, rounded but always dense.",,450,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Red,France,"A big and powerful wine, with tannins that are compact and dense. The dryness of the tannins go right to the core, surrounded by chocolate, sweet fruit and dark berry flavors. The wine is well structured, big and bold, with plenty of firmness promising aging.",,500,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Latour ,Red,France,"While there is certainly plenty of wood here, the wine has weight and impressive concentration for the year. The tannins are still brooding away, giving a dark firm character to the wine. Blackberry fruits and acidity are there, but still well buried in the tannins.",,850,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Ausone 14.2,White,US,"This is a blend of 92% Sauvignon Blanc and 8% Sémillon. It was partially barrel-fermented and then aged on the lees. It is a very great example of its genre, one of the best in memory. Shows intricate layers of Meyer lemons, kefir limes and white peaches, offset by crisp acidity and minerals but softened with buttercream and buttered toast. A vibrant, immaculate wine, one of the Sauvignon Blanc stars of the vintage.",,40,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Illumination 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illumination-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Illumination 14.1,Red,US,"Acidity makes the mouth water, tannins provide a firm framework, oak is perfectly integrated, and the depth of fruit is impressive. Shows flavors of cherry tart, raspberry Newton, cola, buttered cinnamon toast and vanilla that are magnificent and decadent. Elegant and classy. Should negotiate the years through 2014.",Ellenbach Vineyard,85,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Semper 2007 Ellenbach Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/semper-2007-ellenbach-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Semper 13.9,Red,US,"Here's a young, vital, impressive 100% Cabernet. It's dry, full-bodied and rich in classic flavors of blackberries, black currants, graphite and minerals, wrapped into silky tannins. Superb oak integration lends notes of vanilla and sandalwood. Just gorgeous in the mouth, filled with class and elegance. Now–2014, at least.",,40,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vinifera 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinifera-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Vinifera 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"One of the most remarkable things about the J.J. Prüm wines is their ability to marry richness with lightness, and that's well displayed in this auslese. The aromas are funky-stinky at first, yet with aeration those scents merge with tropical fruit to become an indescribably complex, seamless whole. Extremely long on the finish, with echoes of passion fruit lingering for minutes afterward. Drink now-2040.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Goldkap,,95,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2007 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Goldkap Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2007-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-goldkap-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Joh. Jos. Prüm ,Red,US,"Lush, rich, beguiling now. Tastes fat and unctuous, like a Pomerol despite being made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, offering a creamy wealth of cherries, currants, chocolate, anise, herbs, spices and smoky oak. For all the flamboyance, it's bone dry, with classically solid Napa tannins, courtesy of fruit from Oakville and Howell Mountain. Should develop in the bottle through 2018.",J. Daniel Cuvée,125,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 2006 J. Daniel Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-2006-j-daniel-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Lail 14.5,Red,US,"The Jackson and Hartford families established this vineyard on the far Sonoma Coast in hopes of crafting Pinot Noir at the limits of its ability to ripen. The magnificent 2007 vintage has resulted in a wine of unusual tension. It's very ripe in black and red cherry pie filling and sweet oak flavors, but retains the acidity of its cool-climate origins, and even offers a feral taste of bloody meat. Drink this impressive, complex wine now and through 2015.",Seascape,65,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hartford 2007 Seascape Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2007-seascape-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hartford 14,Red,Spain,"What a beauty! Masculine aromas of black fruits, cola and oak sit there begging to be sipped, while the lush, deep palate is home to dense blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors. Lively but dense, with tannins, plenty of oak and a finish of black pepper, fudge and vanilla. Complex and exciting Spanish wine. Needs time; best from 2012 through 2018.",,50,95,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Dominio de Atauta 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-atauta-2006-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2006,Dominio de Atauta 6,Dessert,Germany,"Bottling a TBA in this format makes great sense--it allows the tiny productions to be spread around and made more affordable. This is rich, sweet and superintense, with flavors of boiled down marmalade and honey that finish long, long, long. In this size bottle, opt for drinking it young versus extended cellaring.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Trockenbeerenauslese Goldkap,49,96,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2006 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Trockenbeerenauslese Goldkap Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2006-wehlener-sonnenuhr-trockenbeerenauslese-goldkap-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2006,Dr. Loosen 15.7,Red,US,"Classic and harmonious, a very solid Napa 100% Cabernet that's dry and firmly tannic in the mouth. Feels balanced, harmonious, ageworthy, a wine without seams or faults. Fruity, but not overly so, with the blackberries and black currants generously balanced by herbs, minerals and cedar. Very classic and noble wine, and one to cellar through at least 2018.",Stephanie,50,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2006 Stephanie Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2006-stephanie-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hestan 14,Red,Spain,"Concentrated to the hilt, with molten black fruit, coconut and mint aromas. The palate is driven, tannic, pure and features dynamite flavors of black fruit, bitter chocolate and spice cake. So beautiful and big, but also showing elegance and restraint. Drinkable now but will age well for another seven years or more.",Old Vines Unfiltered,82,96,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Remírez de Ganuza 2005 Old Vines Unfiltered (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remirez-ganuza-2005-old-vines-unfiltered-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Remírez de Ganuza 14.5,Red,US,"Monumentally detailed, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is impressive for its sheer volumetrics. Offers masses of blackberries, black currants, cherries and cassis. Huge, dramatic, yet impeccably balanced and dry. Feels firm and ultrarefined in tannic structure, with graceful acidity offering a perfect counterpoint to the fruity richness. Just beautiful, and ageable for at least a decade.",,65,97,California,Napa,St. Helena,Redmon 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redmon-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Redmon 15.7,Red,US,"Massive, dramatic, beautiful, intense, but young and firm in tannins, with a cut of fresh acidity. Shows concentrated blackberries, black currants, violets, minerals and cedar, leading to a long, penetrating finish. Very great Cabernet, vibrant and potent, just tremendous in structure. Potentially a near-perfect wine with 4–6 years in the bottle.",,100,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hestan 14.1,Red,US,"An extraordinary wine. It's the essence of Russian River Pinot, squared, a big, concentrated, dramatic wine that never loses sight of elegance. Offers a tapestry of cherry pie with the crust, red currant, cherry liqueur and smoky sandalwood flavors that finish with intricate Indian spices. Drink now–2013.",Gold Ridge,85,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Semper 2007 Gold Ridge Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/semper-2007-gold-ridge-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Semper 14.1,Red,US,"A monumental Cabernet that succeeds on every level. It's deep, dark and ultrarich, showing massive blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate, violets, minerals and a touch of sweet, smoky oak. Beyond the flavors is the dramatic structure, with fabulously ripe, dense tannins and a bone-dry, long finish. Surely a tremendous wine capable of long-term aging. Try 2012–2018, at least.",Estate,50,97,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2005 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2005-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Trefethen 11,Dessert,Germany,"While sometimes the Pauly-Bergweiler wines come across as too simply sweet, this one hits all the right notes, from an outrageously exotic bouquet of dried apricots, orange marmalade and faintly sweaty socks that add a kinky edge to the rich, layered texture in the mouth and virtually endless finish. Should age effortlessly for decades, but it's pretty spectacular now.",Bernkasteler Badstube Trockenbeerenauslese,250,97,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2007 Bernkasteler Badstube Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2007-bernkasteler-badstube-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 14.8,Red,US,"This is nearly perfect, a massive, monumental wine whose sheer power is matched only by its grace and refinement. The flavors of blackberries, cassis, dark chocolate, buttered toast and cedar flood the mouth, tightly controlled by firm tannins and good acidity. Decant for several hours if you open it now, but better to give it 6–10 years in the bottle.",Reserve,100,99,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Trefethen 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells like crushed vitamins, iron and minerals, but no fruit. Weak, funky and sour tasting, and then angular on the finish. There's even some sauerkraut in the mix. Not what we're looking for.",Finca La Martina,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Reyter 2009 Finca La Martina Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reyter-2009-finca-martina-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Reyter 13.5,White,US,"Banana, clove and orange peel open for this sweet, slightly dilute white. Short finish of spring flowers.",Lucky Twenty,12,80,Colorado,Colorado,,BookCliff NV Lucky Twenty White (Colorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookcliff-nv-lucky-twenty-white-colorado/,White Blend,,BookCliff 14,Red,Argentina,"Reasonably solid on the nose, with black cherry, plum and coconut aromas. The palate is another story; it's acidic and sharp, with sour plum and underdone berry flavors. Short as can be on the finish, and sour.",,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alberti 154 2008 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2008-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2008,Alberti 154 12.7,White,US,"Short and slightly sweet, there's nutty overtones, a creamy texture and good acidity but a buttery note overwhelms the fruit. Drink up.",Proprietor's Reserve,13,80,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2007 Proprietor's Reserve White (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2007-proprietors-reserve-white-pennsylvania/,White Blend,2007,Chaddsford 13.9,White,US,"This Chardonnay-Viognier blend is slightly sweet, with vegetable-infused pineapple flavors.",Devil's Daughter,25,80,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Bloomfield 2008 Devil's Daughter White (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomfield-2008-devils-daughter-white-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,White Blend,2008,Bloomfield 14.5,Red,US,Despite the fancy name this is a pretty dreadful wine. It reeks of cheap port aromas and tastes hot and raspingly tannic. Just barely drinkable.,Grand Reserve Antique Vines,15,80,California,California Other,Napa-Amador,Villa Mt. Eden 2005 Grand Reserve Antique Vines Zinfandel (Napa-Amador),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2005-grand-reserve-antique-vines-zinfandel-other-napa-amador/,Zinfandel,2005,Villa Mt. Eden 13,Red,US,"While there's some nice, honest fruit here, it's weighed down by heavy vanilla overtones. The finish is long enough but shows a confected element and winds up with a singed wood tone.",,14,80,Missouri,Missouri,,Montelle 2008 Chambourcin (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montelle-2008-other-red-chambourcin-missouri/,Chambourcin,2008,Montelle 12,White,US,"Simple but refreshing and crisp, with nice grapefruit, lime and lemon peel accents. The faintly off-dry finish turns a bit tart.",Dry,16,80,Missouri,Missouri,,Montelle 2008 Dry Vignoles (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montelle-2008-dry-other-white-vignoles-missouri/,Vignoles,2008,Montelle 14,Red,Argentina,"Severely compromised by green, minty, weedy aromas and flavors. If it weren't for the color and reasonably solid mouthfeel, this would be sunk. As is, it's not a ripe, balanced wine.",,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Viniterra 14,Red,Argentina,"Disappointing considering the source. The nose reeks of chocolate mint, marshmallow and burnt leaves, while the palate is tannic, sour and shows only citrusy red fruit notes. One of Lurton's weakest wines to date.",Gran Lurton,20,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2006 Gran Lurton Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2006-gran-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,François Lurton 14,White,Argentina,"Tannish-brown in color, with oxidized aromas. This isn't holding form and has likely already passed its sell-by date. Tastes cidery, with a grim finish. Barely palatable; wait for the 2009.",Estate,16,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2008-estate-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Doña Paula 13.9,White,US,"A hot, harsh and unbalance Chardonnay. Barely drinkable, except for some citrus and pear flavors.",,24,80,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Bloomfield 2008 Chardonnay (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomfield-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Bloomfield 13.6,White,US,"Sawdust scents dominate the nose while butter, underlined by candied orange peel and clove, take over in the mouth. Medium finish shows some funky notes.",Estate Club Reserva,32,81,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2007 Estate Club Reserva Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2007-estate-club-reserva-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2007,Veramar 12.3,White,US,"Penguin Bay has managed to coax some fruit out of the reticent Pinot Grigio grape: this example has nice pineapple and melon tones upfront. It's less impressive in the mouth, with significant residual sugar and a short, watery finish. Drink up.",,16,81,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Penguin Bay 2008 Pinot Grigio (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penguin-bay-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-finger-lakes/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Penguin Bay 13.8,Red,US,"Unripe and green, with mint and vegetable flavors that compromise the cherries and sweet oak. Lacks richness.",,26,81,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2007 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Claiborne & Churchill 13.5,Red,France,A drinkable Merlot with notes of black plum skins and cherries. Light weight with somewhat bitter tannins and low acidity.,,10,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Wild Pig 2007 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-pig-2007-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2007,Wild Pig ,White,Argentina,"Gaseous on the nose, with aromas of celery and lettuce leaf. The palate has a simple, bland feel and green, drying flavors of flimsy citrus. Soft overall and low on acidity.",,13,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Pascual Toso 11.5,Red,France,"Lively and vibrant with aromas of juicy red fruit, banana, bubblegum and carnation. Light in body and flavor in the mouth with a thin, short finish.",Selection St. Martin,8,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Aude,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2008 Selection St. Martin Red (Vin de Pays de L'Aude),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2008-selection-st-martin-red-vin-pays-laude/,Red Blend,2008,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 14,Red,Chile,"Quite staunch and almost sour smelling, with an initial blast of vinegar that later settles on herbal. Flavors of baked beans and herbal fruit carry heat and scouring acidity. Rubbery as well.",Reserva,9,81,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2008-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Alicia 13.2,White,US,"Pretty, pleasant and dry, this blend of Viognier and Chardonnay is moderately crisp and has some appealing floral aromatics. It finishes short but would make a fine summer sipper. Drink up.",Coopertage Blanc,16,81,Virginia,Virginia,,Cooper Vineyards 2008 Coopertage Blanc White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-vineyards-2008-coopertage-blanc-white-virginia/,White Blend,2008,Cooper Vineyards 12.8,White,US,"This crisp, dry white is on the watery side and the candy aromas are a bit less than refreshing. Short, lemony finish. Drink up.",Nautique Esprit de Blanc,14,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery NV Nautique Esprit de Blanc White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-nv-nautique-esprit-blanc-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,,Peconic Bay Winery 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Subpar Cabernet even when judged on the value scale. Peppery red fruit aromas are dull and cheerless, while the palate is light, acidic, herbal and burnt tasting. Almost Pinot Noir-ish in its style. Not offering much.",,9,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa de Campo 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-campo-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Casa de Campo 12.7,White,US,"Tart, with typical Chardonnay notes of melon and apple but also some odd banana scents that detract from the overall picture. The short finish lacks flavor. Drink up.",Naked,15,81,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2007 Naked Chardonnay (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2007-naked-chardonnay-pennsylvania/,Chardonnay,2007,Chaddsford 12.5,White,US,"Though somewhat candied, the nose shows true Gewürztraminer style with some underlying notes of rose and Asian spice. Try this off-dry bottle with hors d'oeuvres. Drink up.",Estate Bottled,11,81,Ohio,Isle St. George,,Firelands 2008 Estate Bottled Gewürztraminer (Isle St. George),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firelands-2008-estate-bottled-gewurztraminer-isle-st-george/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Firelands 13.5,White,US,"After some reduced sulfur scents blew off, creamy, buttery notes emerged, giving way to apple and vanilla in the mouth. The short finish turns slightly tart at the end. No improvement with age.",,18,81,Kentucky,Kentucky,,Elk Creek Vineyards 2006 Chardonnay (Kentucky),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-creek-2006-chardonnay-kentucky/,Chardonnay,2006,Elk Creek Vineyards 15.1,Red,US,"A sweet, simple Syrah that's a bit cloying because the softness does not balance the jammy cherry flavors or the heat from high alcohol.",,27,81,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Bloomfield 2006 Syrah (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomfield-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Syrah,2006,Bloomfield 14.5,White,Argentina,"Baked apple is about all you draw from the flat nose, and the chunky palate is ultrasweet and tastes of corn and candy more than fruit. Cloying on the finish.",Reserve,20,81,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2006-reserve-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2006,Andeluna 12.5,White,US,"Dry and slightly watery, this white blend offers up nice honeycomb, brazil nut and orange rind notes. Light in the mouth with a simple, short finish. Drink up.",White Table Wine,19,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bouké 2008 White Table Wine White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouke-2008-white-table-wine-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,2008,Bouké 13,Red,US,"A bit rustic and unrefined, this New Mexico red has an underdeveloped fruit profile with some sour notes. There's just a bit of pleasant plum and prune flavors in the mouth but they drop off quickly. No improvement with age.",,19,82,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2008 Barbera (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2008-barbera-new-mexico/,Barbera,2008,Vivác Winery 13.1,Red,US,This simple wine lacks fruit and persistence but has a mouthwatering structure and some intriguing earth and humus notes. No improvement with age.,Estate Club,32,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2007 Estate Club Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2007-estate-club-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Veramar 14,Red,Chile,"Bulky, herbal, leafy wine, with medicinal qualities, grabby tannins and sweet, unidentifiable red fruit flavors. Shows a bit of texture and chocolate to keep it afloat.",,6,82,Curicó Valley,,,Quasar 2008 Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2008-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Quasar ,Red,Argentina,"Immediately this wine hits you with a strange set of clove-dominated aromas that suggest Russian or Hungarian oak. The palate is hard, lean, grabby and tannic, with forceful clove-heavy flavors that cloud what fruit may be on offer. Finishes minty and clove-like as well.",,13,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pascual Toso 11,White,US,"A reticent white, with faint ginger and lemon scents upfront, followed by pear and grapefruit in the mouth. Crisp, light, and just off-dry, this is a fine sipper for casual occasions. Drink up.",,13,82,Missouri,Missouri,,Montelle 2008 Seyval Blanc (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montelle-2008-other-white-seyval-blanc-missouri/,Seyval Blanc,2008,Montelle 11,White,US,"Some aromas here are unusual, but not unpleasant: pear, quince, beeswax and lanolin are underlined by a note of animal fur. Medium-bodied and quite crisp, this is a wine for those who prefer a more austere, less-fruity style.",,5,82,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2009 Chenin Blanc (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2009-chenin-blanc-texas/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Messina Hof 12,White,US,"Age has added some complexity to this white, resulting in a nutty bouquet with musk undertones. It's a bit watery, but pleasantly crisp and dry, winding down to a short cinnamon note. Drink up.",Reserve,14,82,Michigan,Leelanau Peninsula,,Good Harbor 2005 Reserve Pinot Grigio (Leelanau Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/good-harbor-2005-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-leelanau-peninsula/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Good Harbor 13.5,Red,Argentina,"We have not been impressed with this Cab in recent years. This vintage is mulchy, raisiny and baked, with prune-like core flavors and a medicinal, cooked finish. Hard, tannic and not that well balanced.",Reserve,15,82,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Finca Sophenia 12.5,Red,France,"The bouquet is loaded with coffee and raspberry followed by hints of cola and strawberry hull. Unfortunately, the nose doesn't fully translate to the mouth, which is very lean and short.",Réserve Spéciale,13,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2007 Réserve Spéciale Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2007-reserve-speciale-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gérard Bertrand 15.8,Red,US,"Dull and earthy, with rough-hewn tannins and high acidity framing cherry, currant and dill flavors. Finishes very dry and astringent.",,16,82,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Berryessa Gap 2007 Tempranillo (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berryessa-gap-2007-tempranillo-central-valley-yolo-county/,Tempranillo,2007,Berryessa Gap 13.5,Red,Chile,"Hard, rooty aromas suggest sugar beets, while the palate is pretty rough, with herbal, minty, leafy accents to the sweet fruit flavors. Finish is hot and heavy.",Estate Bottled,7,82,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2008 Estate Bottled Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2008-estate-bottled-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,La Playa 13,Red,US,Give this wine some time to blow off reduced aromas and you'll be rewarded with a simple but charming collection of mixed black and red fruit. A few dry tannins emerge on the cherry-spiked finish. Drink up.,,16,82,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2008 Dolcetto (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-new-mexico/,Dolcetto,2008,Vivác Winery 13.1,White,US,"Butter and cream are the dominant notes here and while the wine shows a nice kick of acidity and an opulent texture, there's not enough fruit on display. The finish turns a bit chemical.",Estate Reserve,40,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,One Woman 2007 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-woman-2007-estate-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,One Woman 14.7,Red,US,"Unripe, with green peppercorn and asparagus notes alongside the blackberries. The tannins are strong and the acidity is biting. Drink now.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,1040FU 2008 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1040fu-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,1040FU 12.3,Red,US,"While this wine boasts an inky color and a medium finish, a heavy layer of vanilla and toast from new oak treatment dominates, leaving the wine out of balance. The fruit that struggles through is oddly sweet and confected. No improvement with age.",Miller's Cove Red,22,82,New York,New York Other,New York,Keuka Spring 2007 Miller's Cove Red Red (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2007-millers-cove-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Keuka Spring 12,Red,US,"While ‘claret' is an alternative term for Bordeaux, this wine is based largely on the hardy American variety Norton. Some blackberry flavor manages to peek through the heavy layers of oak which help round out the tart palate. Short-to-medium finish of char and crushed berries. Drink up.",Premium Claret,15,82,Missouri,Missouri,,Les Bourgeois 2007 Premium Claret Norton (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-2007-premium-claret-other-red-norton-missouri/,Norton,2007,Les Bourgeois 14.5,Red,US,"Hard to like for its sweetness, bitterness and harsh tannins, which combine to make it a small, rustic country wine.",Hillside,13,82,California,California Other,California,Sobon Estate 2008 Hillside Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-hillside-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Sobon Estate 12.5,Red,France,Fairly confectioned for the style with flavors of dried red cherry and candied strawberry. Lightweight with soft structure and a mild finish.,,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Aude,,The Frenchhouse 2008 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays de L'Aude),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchhouse-2008-pinot-noir-vin-pays-laude/,Pinot Noir,2008,The Frenchhouse 13.5,Red,Chile,"Adequate berry fruit aromas are attacked by sawdust and a faux oak flavor, while the herbal palate is astringent and grabby, with baked, brambly fruit flavors and a hard finish. A cheek-sucker without much going for it.",,10,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2008 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2008-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Cono Sur 13,White,Argentina,"Mild apple aromas and powdered sugar make up the bland nose, and the palate isn't much better. It has a creamy feel and vanilla-infused flavors of midgrade apple and pineapple. Finishes sugary and seemingly confected.",Ilka,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2008 Ilka Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2008-ilka-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Finca Agostino 13.5,White,Chile,"Rather empty on the nose, with weak, gaseous aromas. The palate is wet and watery, with tangy apple and lemon flavors. Dull and mostly hollow on the finish, with lasting tang. Run-of-the-mill Central Valley Chard.",,10,82,Central Valley,,,Terrapura 2008 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2008-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Terrapura 12.6,White,US,"Dry and acidic, with green, sour flavors of pyrazines and Meyer lemons. Badly needs greater richness. The wine was raised in stainless steel on the lees.",,28,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,George IV 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/george-iv-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,George IV 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and herbal but quite delicious, this Cab offers flavors of blackberries, black currants and mocha, with a rich veneer of sandalwood. At its best now and through 2012.",,47,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Blue Rock 13,White,France,"A recent discovery, this Chardonnay (yes, Chardonnay) has a striking bouquet of flowers, spices, honey and nuts, then adds a peachy fruit component on the palate. It's medium in weight, with a lush texture and a long finish. A super bargain to drink over the summer months.",,10,89,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays de Vaucluse,,Marrenon 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-vaucluse/,Chardonnay,2008,Marrenon 13,White,Portugal,"Dominated by Chardonnay, this is a full-bodied fat wine. It is filled with tropical fruit and new wood flavor, open soft, cilantro spice giving an attractive finishing edge.",Follies,,89,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2008 Follies White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2008-follies-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2008,Aveleda 14.9,Red,US,"Marked by beautifully smooth, rounded tannins, this supple, polished Merlot offers very ripe flavors of cherries, red currants, violets, anise and sandalwood. If you like your wines when they're all primary fruit, drink it now. Otherwise, stash it away for three or four years.",,39,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Smith 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-smith-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Napa Smith 16.2,Red,US,"Dry and delicious, with sweet oak-inspired flavors of red berries, cola, leather and dusty Indian spices. Could be crisper in acidity, but it's a fine, briary Zinfandel to drink now.",Old Vine,22,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2006-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Pezzi King 14.5,Red,France,"Shows some slightly rustic but authentically Rhônish qualities, ranging from grilled cherries to hints of leather and cured meats. The tannins are supple, turning elegant on the finish. Drink now-2015.",,42,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Jérôme Gradassi 2005 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jerome-gradassi-2005-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Jérôme Gradassi 15,Red,Greece,"A mysterious nose of black fruit, red berries, violets and cedar start this Cab/Syrah blend. On the palate, rounded, savory flavors are punctuated by spicy tobacco, cedar and pepper accents. An alluring balance of fruit and acid, it has character and style.",Oenodea,19,88,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2006 Oenodea Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2006-oenodea-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-drama/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2006,Domaine Costa Lazaridi ,Red,US,This California-made Oregon Pinot captures a sense of the particular terroir of Chehalem Mountains fruit. Wild strawberries are laced with peppery spice and a streak of cola. Good penetration and texture.,,39,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Siduri 2008 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A broad, welcoming wine, the second label from Malhadinha Nova. It has spiced acidity, flavors of plums, licorice, with cranberry juice tannins. The flavors are big and bold, nothing held back.",Monte da Peceguina Tinto,30,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Monte da Peceguina Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-monte-peceguina-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova ,Red,France,"As with many Margaux in 2007, this wine is all fruit, very little tannin. That brings out the attractive black currant flavors, but does mean that it is likely to be mature in the short term.",,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Desmirail 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desmirail-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Chateau Desmirail ,Red,France,"A soft juicy wine, with mid-weight. The berry fruits, the black currant juice and the fresh acidity are enjoyable. It's developing fast, and not likely to age.",,34,87,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Ferrière 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferriere-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Ferrière 14.5,Red,US,"A good, dry wine that's stuffed with richly ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries and currants. Yet it has a tough astringency, a cut of tannins and acids that makes it brittle and limits immediate reward. Could develop in the bottle, but not much beyond 2012.",Huerhuero,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2007 Huerhuero Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2007-huerhuero-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vina Robles 14.9,White,US,"It's all there in this Chardonnay, with barrel influences of butterscotch and toast, crisp Russian River acidity, and ripe flavors of pineapples, Meyer lemons, limes and green apples. Feels a bit sharp, so don't over-chill, and you can even give it a decant.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bourassa Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourassa-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bourassa Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Feels a little brittle, with lots of acidity giving a sharp edge to the cherries, currants, cola and sandalwood. The guess is whether the wine will mellow with time in the bottle, but that doesn't seem to be the case. Drink now, with rich fare for balance.",Armagh Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Savannah-Chanelle 2007 Armagh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2007-armagh-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Savannah-Chanelle 13.5,Red,Greece,"Earthy, wild and bright, this Assyrtiko is all about spice, minerals and sea salt. A touch of crisp fruit rounds out the flavor. Dry and exotic, the wine speaks of the dramatic place in which it's grown.",Assyrtiko by Gaia Wild Ferment,30,87,Santorini,,,Gaia Wines 2008 Assyrtiko by Gaia Wild Ferment Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2008-assyrtiko-by-wild-ferment-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2008,Gaia Wines ,Red,France,"As sometimes with Angludet, there is a rusticity to the tannins that brings down the fruit. The freshness, though, is there, an attractive bright berry character, spiced with cinnamon.",,28,87,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château d'Angludet 13.5,Red,Spain,"Best on the nose, where there's a mix of caramel, roasted fruit and lemon peel. The palate is big, sticky and tannic, with salty, semi herbal flavors of raspberry and leather. Spicy and basic on the finish. A plump, simple wine. Drink now.",Atio,55,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2003 Atio (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2003-atio-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Emina 13,White,Greece,"This crisp, citric white offers fresh fruit and lemon aromas and a round but spicy flavor profile. Made of the native variety Athiri, it's a stylish but approachable wine for myriad palates. Pair with grilled poultry, fresh fish.",Rhodos,12,87,Greece,,,Emery 2008 Rhodos White (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emery-2008-rhodos-white/,White Blend,2008,Emery 14.5,Red,Spain,"Purple in color, with extracted, rubbery, gaseous aromas that settle with time. More power than finesse here, with cheek-smacking, saturated fruit and a bit of spice. A bull of a wine with briary flavors that fade quickly on the finish. Only 300 cases made.",El Puño Unfiltered Red Wine,50,87,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,El Escocés Volante 2007 El Puño Unfiltered Red Wine Red (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-escoces-volante-2007-puno-unfiltered-red-wine-calatayud/,Red Blend,2007,El Escocés Volante ,Red,France,"A wine on the lean side, relatively light, with tannins tight and firm. It has some initial easy berry flavors, but they are followed by a dry aftertaste.",,25,87,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Fieuzal 13,Red,France,"A soft wine, with tannins over easy, fresh fruits. The structure is light, rounded with flavors of rhubarb, black currant and red cherries to give freshness. Not a wine for aging.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Larose-Trintaudon 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larose-trintaudon-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Larose-Trintaudon ,Red,France,"A fresh, fruity wine, with only the merest tannins. It is bright, clean, the black currant fruits and clean outlines merging into a sweeter, jelly-like aftertaste.",,,87,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Durfort-Vivens 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-durfort-vivens-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Durfort-Vivens 13.5,White,US,"A very nice white wine whose fruity essence shines through without oak influence. It's bright in acid-inspired pineapple, lime, kiwi, tangerine and honeysuckle flavors, enriched with a hint of vanilla.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2008 Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Cycles Gladiator 13.9,Red,US,"Here's a dry, elegantly constructed wine of considerable appeal. It's quite tannic, and shows forward flavors of cherries, herbs and cedar. Grows better and softer as it warms in the glass, although the astringency never quite goes away.",,23,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Christian Lazo 2007 Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-lazo-2007-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Christian Lazo 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rather hard and lightly grassy on the nose, with a green streak running through blueberry aromas. The palate is narrow and strained for a wine of this price, with rhubarb, red plum and grass-influenced flavors. Has qualities but doesn't fully click. 5,000 cases made.",Erial Tradicion Familia,45,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Epifanio Rivera 2006 Erial Tradicion Familia (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-epifanio-rivera-2006-erial-tradicion-familia-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Epifanio Rivera 14.5,Red,US,"Age is this blend's hope, because right now it's pretty simple, showing raspberry, cherry, currant, buttered cinnamon toast and smoky cedar flavors that are quite delicious, but a bit one-dimensional. Could surprise. Mainly Cab, with some Sangiovese, Syrah and Merlot.",Divine Kiss,80,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 2007 Divine Kiss Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-2007-divine-kiss-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Bacio Divino 14.5,Red,US,"This very dry Syrah has soft tannins and a full-bodied mouthfeel, with complicated flavors of baked cherries, cola, bacon and sandalwood. It's quite a good wine, but astringent now, making for a puckery feeling. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink with rich fare.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2006 Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2006,Blue Rock 13.5,Red,US,"A good, dry Merlot that shows plenty of fruity structure. Satisfies with flavors of cherries and blackberries, with earthier notes of cola, licorice and tobacco, and there's a briary, brambly feeling all the way through. Best now.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2007 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Kenwood 14.1,White,US,"Shows the very dry herbal, floral and tobacco flavors that often mark Napa Chardonnays (and the vineyard is on the Napa side of Carneros). But there's a good core of tropical citrus fruits, while oak adds needed richness of smoky vanilla and buttered toast. Drink now.",Boon Fly's Hill,50,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kazmer & Blaise 2007 Boon Fly's Hill Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kazmer-blaise-2007-boon-flys-hill-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Kazmer & Blaise ,White,US,"This pleasing quaffer blends five white grapes, capturing the floral top notes of Riesling and Gewürztraminer, the herbal spice of Sauvignon Blanc and the tangy fruit of Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Hellfire is the second label of Phelps Creek.",White Wine,16,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Hellfire 2007 White Wine White (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hellfire-2007-white-wine-white-columbia-gorge-or-110485/,White Blend,2007,Hellfire 13.5,Red,US,"Shows lot of ripe blackberries, black currants and cherries, with a smoky coat of oak, wrapped into firm, chewy tannins. There are some bare bones and divots, but it's a polished Cab for drinking now.",Barney's Heritage Cuvée,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2007 Barney's Heritage Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2007-barneys-heritage-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hawkstone 13.5,Red,Greece,"Warming spice, cedar and pepper aromas are followed by flavors of coffee, mocha, tobacco and cocoa in this appetizing red. Balanced and distinctive, the wine has aging potential. A thinking person's red.",Kapnias,34,87,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzi Michalis 2005 Kapnias Cabernet Sauvignon (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzi-michalis-2005-kapnias-cabernet-sauvignon-atalanti-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hatzi Michalis ,Red,France,"A light, fresh wine that has berry flavors, acidity and a green pepper character. The tannins are only light, just a hint behind the acidity.",La Chapelle de Potensac,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2007 La Chapelle de Potensac (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2007-chapelle-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Potensac 14.5,Red,US,"A little rugged around the edges, with some uneven tannins, but it's drily elegant, and offers a wealth of blackberry, black currant, cola, anise and herb flavors, accented elegantly with smoky oak. Should develop in the bottle over the next 3–5 years.",Baby Blue,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2007 Baby Blue Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2007-baby-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Blue Rock 15.6,White,US,"Very ripe and fruity, a Chardonnay that trades sheer opulence for subtlety or complexity. Offers oak-inspired flavors of buttered toast, pineapple Lifesaver candy, lemondrop and vanilla crème brûlée in a creamy texture.",El Camino Vineyard,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bianchi 2008 El Camino Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-el-camino-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Bianchi 14,Red,France,"Dominated by toasty, mentholly oak, this is a dark, vibrant purple-hued wine that features plenty of intensity, just not a lot of midpalate richness or complexity. Could improve over time, or could fall apart, so opt to drink it on the young side just in case.",Cuvée des Générations Gaston Philippe,80,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de la Gardine 2005 Cuvée des Générations Gaston Philippe Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gardine-2005-cuvee-generations-gaston-philippe-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château de la Gardine 14.8,White,US,"A very rich, somewhat jammy Chardonnay, brimming with pie-filling flavors of pineapples, pears and peaches. Oak adds even richer notes of crème brûlée and buttered toast. Drink now.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2008 Chardonnay (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Chardonnay,2008,Calera 13.5,Red,Italy,"Simple and clean, bright and very food-friendly, this vibrant Dolcetto would pair with a long list of foods from first course pasta to second course meat dishes. There are sweet aromas of berries and cherries and the wine tastes crisp and fresh on the finale.",,15,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pertinace 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Pertinace ,Red,US,"A round, fruit-laden take on southern Oregon Merlot, this has a tutti-fruity mix of bright and forward berry flavors. Barrel aging contributes spicy details in the finish.",,22,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2006 Merlot (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2006-merlot-southern-umpqua-valley/,Merlot,2006,Melrose 15,Dessert,US,"Not especially complex, but so sweet in honey and so pure in orange essence flavors that it's just plain likeable. Considerable acidity provides the perfect balance to all that richness.",Essensia,24,87,California,California Other,California,Quady 2008 Essensia Orange Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2008-essensia-muscat-orange-other/,Orange Muscat,2008,Quady 14.6,Red,US,"Very fruity and delicious in cherries, blackberries and sweet oak, with a pleasant spiciness, and firm, dry tannins that give it structure. But there's a certain rusticity, with some raisin and mint flavors. Drink now. Mainly Syrah, with Cabernet Sauvignon.",Vagabond,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 2007 Vagabond Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-2007-vagabond-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Bacio Divino 14,Red,Greece,"Juicy red berry, clove and cinnamon give this Syrah a fruity yet savory feel. Full-bodied and rich, the wine marries black and red fruits and pepper in an appealing package. Great for grilled meats and spicy meat dishes.",Collection Unfiltered,75,87,Evia,,,Avantis 2005 Collection Unfiltered Syrah (Evia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avantis-2005-collection-unfiltered-shiraz-syrah-syrah-evia/,Syrah,2005,Avantis 12.5,White,Greece,"Lemon and lime aromas are followed by citrus, pineapple and a spin of white pepper in this balanced, refreshing Santorini white. Delicate but full of personality.",Atlantis,17,87,Santorini,,,Argyros 2008 Atlantis White (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyros-2008-atlantis-white-santorini/,White Blend,2008,Argyros 15,Dessert,Cyprus,"The dried fruit, chocolate and apricot layers of this Commandaria are both spicy and smooth, sweet and savory. Rich but not heavy, the wine has an earthy, herbal character that adds dimension. An historic sip great as an apéritif, on the rocks.",Alasia,18,87,Commandaria,,,Loel NV Alasia Red (Commandaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loel-nv-alasia-red-commandaria/,Red Blend,,Loel 13.5,White,US,"This unoaked Chardonnay offers great complexity at an affordable everyday price. It's dry and elegantly balanced with crisp acids. Rich flavors of pineapples, Meyer lemons, limes and vanilla hardly need wood for richness.",Cassidy Ranch,15,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kopriva 2008 Cassidy Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopriva-2008-cassidy-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Kopriva 11,White,US,"Despite low alcohol this Riesling is completely dry. Crisp Monterey acidity stars, providing a framework for the petrol, citrus and honeysuckle flavors. It's a nice, complex sipper to drink as an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Harmony Cellars 2008 White Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmony-cellars-2008-riesling-white-central-coast-monterey-county/,White Riesling,2008,Harmony Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a sturdy, somewhat country-style red wine with some superior qualities. Although it's a bit rough in texture, it has bright, jammy flavors of black raspberries and cherries, with hints of cola and cocoa.",A-List Estate Grown,49,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2007 A-List Estate Grown Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2007-a-list-estate-grown-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,HammerSky 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Sweet notes of peppermint, exotic green herbs and yellow fruit come forward on the nose of this 80/20 sparkling blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Nero. The wine is simple and lean in the mouth with a crisp finish and tonic spice. Pair it with appetizers or fried finger foods.",Electo Millesimato,47,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Majolini 2004 Electo Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majolini-2004-electo-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Majolini 15,White,Greece,"This silky sip offers exotic fruit and citrus on the nose, with layers of orange zest, fig, dates, honey, citrus and spice on the palate. Rich but balanced, with a spicy spin.",Grand Cru,17,87,Samos,,,Samos 2005 Grand Cru Muscat (Samos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samos-2005-grand-cru-muscat-samos/,Muscat,2005,Samos 13,White,France,"Just like the '07, this is a blend of 60% Grenache Bl;anc, 20% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne, featuring ripe melon and peach fruit wrapped around an underlying minerality. It's full and broad, yet manages to be refreshing despite its weightiness.",Côté Jardin,12,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignobles Boudinaud 2008 Côté Jardin White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-boudinaud-2008-cote-jardin-white-cotes/,White Blend,2008,Vignobles Boudinaud 13.6,Red,US,"Does its Petite Sirah duty by being a deeply-colored, bone-dry, full-bodied wine of great tannic intensity. It's deeply flavored too, with masses of blackberries, black currants, cola, leather and pepper. A very nice wine for barbecued beef.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Courtney Benham 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Courtney Benham 13.5,White,France,"A blend of 80% Grenache Blanc and 20% Bourboulenc, this Sensation makes a bold impact, offering assertive notes of peach and pineapple that verge on the tropical. (Is that banana and mango as well?) It's plump but not heavy, with a clean, fresh finish. Drink over the next 6-12 months.",Sensation,12,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Berthète 2008 Sensation White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthete-2008-sensation-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Domaine de la Berthète 13,White,France,"Comes out of the bottle with a slightly smoky, struck-match aroma, then settles down into melon and pear tinged with anise. It's full bodied, but not long or intense enough on the finish to warrant a higher rating.",Les Terres Blanches,29,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Belle 2006 Les Terres Blanches Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-belle-2006-terres-blanches-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2006,Domaine Belle 13,White,Portugal,"A smooth wine, brightened with flavors of William pear, a zest of lime and a light touch of vanilla. It has attractive acidity, the fruit sitting well with the freshness.",Monte Alentejano Branco,8,87,Alentejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Monte Alentejano Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-monte-alentejano-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2008,DFJ Vinhos ,Red,US,"Clear and bright, cherry in color, scented with cola, and showing nicely mixed flavors of brambly fruit, cola, herb and especially fresh rosemary. This captures the style of the cooler vintage without sacrificing balance or nuance.",,38,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,De Ponte Cellars 2007 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponte-cellars-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,De Ponte Cellars ,White,US,"Barrel fermented and aged sur lie in 40% new French oak. The 2008 vintage has kept its acids (hence balance) better than the 2007; though there is still some volatility, it's just over the threshold level for most people. There's plenty of fruit—banana, papaya, pineapple—along with the barrel-generated streaks of caramel.",Quail Run,22,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Erath 2008 Quail Run Pinot Blanc (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-quail-run-pinot-blanc-southern/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Erath ,Red,US,"Erath's Leland Pinot Noir is among the lightest of the 2007 designates, a clear and pale wine with an elegance that is almost rosé-like. Soft scents of crushed roses and hints of mocha lead into a mouthful of nougat wafer and almond paste flavors, wrapped around sweet cherry fruit.",Leland,50,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2007 Leland Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2007-leland-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Erath 13.9,Red,US,"Hard tannins and high acidity make this inky-colored wine hard and distant now, an impression enhanced by extreme dryness. With its blackberry, currant, cocoa, beef jerky and pepper flavors, it's the kind of Petite Sirah that will last for many years, gradually softening and mellowing until it's just an echo of itself around 2020.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2006 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2006-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Pedroncelli 12,White,Greece,"A lush, aromatic nose signals the Moschofilero in this Roditis/ Moschofilero blend, and on the palate, the wine is fruity, approachable and fresh. The fruit is balanced by the typical Greek minerality and dry, crisp backbone. Pair with seafood dishes, poultry and Asian cuisine.",Notios White,13,87,Peloponnese,,,Gaia Wines 2008 Notios White White (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2008-notios-white-peloponnese/,White Blend,2008,Gaia Wines 12.6,Red,US,"A bit sharp and weedy, and very dry, but it's a good, clean wine that trades structure for richness. Strong acids and tannins frame herb-infused flavors of cherries and red currants, with a veneer of sweet oak. Drink now.",Owl Hill Vineyard Estate Bottled,26,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 2007 Owl Hill Vineyard Estate Bottled Counoise (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2007-owl-hill-vineyard-estate-bottled-other-red-counoise-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Counoise,2007,Frick 14.7,Red,US,"Cherries of every kind—red, black, jam, pie—are the essence of flavor here, along with red licorice, cola and sandalwood. It's a nice, structurally interesting and bone dry wine, with firm tannins and a good cut of acidity. Ready now.",Conley Vineyard,27,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 2006 Conley Vineyard Grenache (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2006-conley-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Grenache,2006,Frick 14,Red,Greece,"Blueberry, pepper and cedar aromas and flavors dominate in this structured, elegant red. The wine finishes long with spice and dark cherry notes. A collectible wine that will pair well with poultry, game.",Reserve,40,87,Arcadia,,,Ktima Driopi 2005 Reserve Agiorgitiko (Arcadia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ktima-driopi-2005-reserve-greek-red-agiorgitiko-arcadia/,Agiorgitiko,2005,Ktima Driopi ,Red,Israel,"Blackberry, cassis and a touch of herbal green pepper on the nose are followed by sweeter notes of spice and dark fruit guts on the medium weight palate. Moderate tannins and balanced acidity flesh out the rich mouthfeel, leading through the long, lush finish. Approachable and decadent; a good wine sure to please most.",Limited Edition,29,87,Israel,,,Tishbi Estate 2006 Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Israel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tishbi-estate-2006-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tishbi Estate 13,Rose,Italy,"This is a delicate, peach-colored rosé from Mount Etna with fine layers of mineral, stone fruit, wild flowers and freshly picked raspberries. There are no sharp edges in the mouth and this smooth wine slides down the palate with elegant determination.",Rosato,17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Tenuta delle Terre Nere 2008 Rosato Rosé (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-delle-terre-nere-2008-rosato-rose-etna/,Rosé,2008,Tenuta delle Terre Nere 12.6,White,Greece,"This wine has a touch of weight on the nose and palate—a result of the Viognier and Roditis in the blend. Fresh flowers and citrus on the nose lead into minerals, spice and exotic fruit on the palate. The wine is medium-bodied but maintains acidity.",Folói,14,87,Pisatis,,,Mercouri Estate 2008 Folói White (Pisatis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercouri-estate-2008-foloi-white-pisatis/,White Blend,2008,Mercouri Estate 13.9,White,US,"A very nice Chardonnay marked by crisp dryness and fine structure, which highlights the pleasant varietal flavors. Offers a nice array of pineapples, peaches, apricots and green apples, accented by the smoky vanilla of oak and grounded in minerals.",Old Head,15,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2008 Old Head Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2008-old-head-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Matchbook 13,Red,Portugal,"This value Douro wine shows firm tannins and acidity. But it also has the brightest black berry fruits to balance that layer of dryness. It is a solid wine that reveals minerality, firm flavors and a final black fig sweetness.",Altano,10,87,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 2005 Altano Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-2005-altano-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2005,Symington Family Estates 14.5,White,US,"This bottling needs warmer years to succeed, whch 2008 wasn't. As a result the '08 has some prominent pyrazine notes that threaten to overwhelm the gooseberries and citrus. Made in the full-blown white Graves style, it shows richer notes of buttercream and lees.",,39,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Spring Mountain Vineyard 15,White,Greece,"This vin doux naturel was fortified with grape brandy early during fermentation, yielding a lush dessert wine redolent of honey, orange marmalade and lemon. Rich but spicy, the wine pairs well with creamy cheeses, fruit and nuts.",Anthemís,20,87,Samos,,,Samos 1999 Anthemís Muscat (Samos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samos-1999-anthemis-muscat-samos/,Muscat,1999,Samos 13.5,Red,Spain,"Deep black fruit aromas make it inviting, while the palate is hefty and soft-edged, with creamy vanilla-infused plum and berry flavors. Finishes with mild berry fruit but more butter and cream. Grows softer and more pedestrian the longer it airs out.",Carivin Reserve,19,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 2007 Carivin Reserve Tempranillo (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandes-vinos-vinedos-2007-carivin-reserve-tempranillo-carinena/,Tempranillo,2007,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos ,White,US,"This limited-edition Pinot Gris was barrel-fermented and aged sur lie. It broadens out the palate and adds layers of buttered popcorn, caramel and toasted hazelnuts to the apple and pear fruit flavors.",Knight's Gambit,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Knight's Gambit Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-knights-gambit-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2008,Erath ,White,US,"Crisp and clean, this all-purpose white wine will please those who enjoy moderate (12.7% alcohol), stainless steel-fermented wines with clean fruit flavors. Apples and pears combine in the body of the wine, with a hint of cheese sticks in the finish.",,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2007 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2007-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Erath 15.4,Red,US,"A lush, forward Zin whose fruity sweetness is accentuated by pairing with soft cheeses. Dry and soft, it offers flavors of briary forest berries, anise, black pepper and smoky sandalwood. A fine evocation of a cool-climate Zinfandel, although the alcohol is quite high. Drink now.",,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Dogwood 2007 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2007-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2007,Dogwood 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smooth and ripe smelling, with clean berry aromas. Cherry, plum and pepper are the lead flavors, and the feel is tangy, zippy and clampy, but exceedingly fresh. Not a lot of richness, depth or body here, but it's pure, clean wine with common appeal.",Menguante,14,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 2007 Menguante Tempranillo (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-bodegas-pablo-2007-menguante-tempranillo-carinena/,Tempranillo,2007,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 14,Red,Spain,"Inky and condensed, with tough early aromas that settle on rich, sweet berry fruit. The palate has good liveliness and bullish tannins, while the flavor profile of blackberry and cassis is par for the course. Chewy on the finish.",Vendimia Seleccionada,24,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Viña Mayor 2006 Vendimia Seleccionada (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2006-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Viña Mayor 13.8,Red,US,"A very good, sound Pinot with some aspirations to elegance. It's bone dry and flavorful in cherries, raspberries and sweet vanilla oak. Sharp acidity cuts in early and lasts. Pair with mushroom risotto, grilled salmon or lamb chops.",Avant-Garde,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2007 Avant-Garde Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2007-avant-garde-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Carneros 14.7,Red,US,"Marked by sweet, jammy fruit and oak, this wine is quite good, but doesn't show much complexity. It's smooth and silky, with pie-filling flavors of blackberries, raspberries and cherries, wrapped into firm but fine tannins. Could develop bottle complexity down the road, but it's a gamble.",Janzen,70,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 2007 Janzen Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-2007-janzen-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bacio Divino ,Red,US,"Alchemist is a new offering from the Union Wine Company, producers of the Kings Ridge wines. Chewy and complex, the Alchemist Pinot weaves together cherry fruit, graphite, tomato leaf and rich loam, finishing with a hint of bitter baker's chocolate.",,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Alchemist 2008 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alchemist-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Alchemist 13.5,White,US,"Shows slightly sweet flavors of pineapple marmalade, green apple tart, honeysuckle and buttered toast, fortunately balanced with crisp, citrusy acidity. It was made from grapes grown in the Los Alamos region of Santa Barbara County.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Acre 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acre-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Acre 12.5,White,France,"One of three properties owned by the Ardurats family of Château Magneau, this is a light, all-fruit wine, its fresh structure soft and open. The pear flavors go along with lime zest and juicy herbaceous acidity.",,,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Chateau Coustaut 2007 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coustaut-2007-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Chateau Coustaut ,Red,France,"Fresh and juicy, with bright acidity and some solid tannins. Flavors of spice accompany an edge of green fruit. The aftertaste is tannins and wood.",Les Carruades de Lafite,200,87,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2007 Les Carruades de Lafite (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2007-carruades-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lafite Rothschild 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and fresh expression of Raboso with aromas of small berry, spice, forest floor and chopped herbs. Overall, this easy red wine from Northern Italy offers simple and genuine flavors that would pair with hardy, home-cooked meals.",Potestà,23,87,Veneto,Piave,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2005 Potestà Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2005-potesta-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2005,Bonotto delle Tezze 15.5,Red,US,"A very ripe, rather high alcohol blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Grenache that's superrich in fruit, but lacks some elegance and finesse. Flatters the palate with flavors of blackberry and cherry pie filling, cassis, chocolate, anise and pepper. Probably not an ager, so drink with a nice grilled pork chop.",Deep Red,45,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Paul Dolan 2006 Deep Red Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2006-deep-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2006,Paul Dolan ,Red,France,"Very toasty wood aromas, the wine itself packed with new wood, fresh spice, the fruit lost somewhere at this stage. But it does have some weight and underlying hints of concentration.",,42,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-saint-georges-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 14,White,France,"Made in a fruit-driven style with an undercurrent of stony minerality, this medium-bodied blend of Grenache Blanc and Roussanne hints at pear and citrus. Drink now.",Réserve,12,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2008 Réserve White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2008-reserve-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Château de Nages 13,Red,France,"A tight, stalky wine, with acidity, fresh black currant buoyed up by the dry taut tannic structure. It is on the light side, almost ready to drink, finishing with a light jamminess.",,19,87,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château la Longua 2007 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-longua-2007-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château la Longua ,Red,France,"While this wine has pleasant fruit, there are also some dark edges of black berries and rough tannins. The focus is shaded, still developing.",,30,87,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Haut Bages Libéral 14.5,Red,US,"Sharp and candied, with Lifesaver sweet-and-sour cherries and cola softened with smoky wood notes. The tannins are sandpapery and firm. Drink now with rich beef and lamb.",Nunes Vineyard,39,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Zepaltas 2008 Nunes Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zepaltas-2008-nunes-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Zepaltas 12.5,Red,Greece,"A refreshing nose of menthol, cloves, spice and cherry lead this alluring red. Soft, integrated flavors of cherry, vanilla, forest berries and pepper follow. Gentle tannins and an overall classic character add to its pretty appeal. An elegant sip.",,19,87,Nemea,,,Haggipavlu 2006 Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haggipavlu-2006-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2006,Haggipavlu 14,Red,Portugal,"Perhaps not one of the big successes of Chocapalha, this is a wine that seems to bring out barnyard and earthy characters. The fruit is way behind the tannins and lean structure. Maybe with aging it will develop.",,,87,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-lisboa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Quinta de Chocapalha 14,Red,Portugal,"The wine is young, the tannins very firm, with fruit that shows freshness, bright black berries and red plum skins. It needs at least one year.",Símbolo,40,87,Douro,,,Poças 2007 Símbolo Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2007-simbolo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Poças 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A bruiser of a wine, big, fat and rather heavy. It is based on superripe, maybe overripe fruit, the tannins keeping some hold on the intense flavors, but not quite enough.",Colheita,20,87,Douro,,,Duorum 2008 Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2008-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Duorum 14.5,Red,US,"A very nice Zinfandel for drinking steaks, chops and cheeses. It's dry and complex, offering earthy flavors of black and red currants, sage, tobacco and pepper. Lacks a bit of stuffing, but elegant and crisp.",Old Vine,15,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Christine Andrew 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christine-andrew-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2007,Christine Andrew 13.5,White,US,"A nice, easy-to-drink Sauvignon Blanc marked by clean, crisp acids and dryish flavors of green apples and lemongrass, with just a touch of gooseberry. Versatile with goat cheese, grilled veggies, broiled chicken or a salad of bitter greens and fresh fruit.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2008-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Dancing Bull 14.1,White,US,"A beautiful Sauvignon Blanc. Grown in the southern Salinas Valley, it shows enough pineapple and Meyer lemon ripeness to satisfy, yet preserves the fresh, acidic grassiness of Monterey's cool climate. Very balanced and elegant, and a good buy at this price.",Signature Selection,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bianchi 2008 Signature Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-signature-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Bianchi 14.2,White,US,"Ultradry and tart in acidity, this is not a Chardonnay for those looking for richness. With citrus and mineral flavors, it's suggestive of a young, minor Chablis. Clean and vibrant. Drink now.",River Road Ranch,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2007 River Road Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2007-river-road-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Trione 12,White,Greece,"A lovely, aromatic nose of flowers, fresh white fruits and citrus leads this delicate white. Crisp acidity and a touch of richness give the wine both complexity and a food-friendly edge. Pair with richer seafood dishes or enjoy this one alone.",Kanenas Maronia Vineyards,23,87,Ismarikos,,,Tsantali 2008 Kanenas Maronia Vineyards White (Ismarikos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2008-kanenas-maronia-white-ismarikos/,White Blend,2008,Tsantali 14.9,Red,US,"One of the better Sangioveses out there, although not without its problems. Very dry and crisp in acidity, it shows chewy tannins framing flavors of ripe, mashed cherries, sprinkled with black pepper, cocoa powder and anise. Feels gritty and a little obvious, but could mellow over the next few years.",Estate grown,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2006 Estate grown Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2006-estate-grown-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2006,Stolpman 13.3,White,US,"Clean and crisp, this Sauvignon Blanc-Sémillon blend has flavors of lemons, limes, pineapples and spices. It's technically dry, but finishes with honeysuckle sweetness.",Virtú,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2007 Virtú White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2007-virtu-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,St. Supéry 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a solid Cabernet with extra features of complexity and interest. It's bone dry, with softly gentle tannins and rich, forward flavors of cherries, currants, herbs and cedar. Very pretty and polished, at a fair price.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sebastiani 14.8,Red,US,"One of the better Sangioveses out there, because it avoids the pitfalls of unbalanced flavors and textures. It's a dry, crisply acidic wine that's ripe enough in cherries and cola to satisfy. Good job. The next step is to build in complexity.",Oak Savanna Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2007 Oak Savanna Vineyard Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2007-oak-savanna-vineyard-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Koehler 13.5,Red,France,"Although the varietal composition isn't typical of Châteauneuf (one-third each Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre), the flavors certainly are, combining baked fruit with dusty earth and touches of leather and spice. It's soft and round in the mouth, with a juicy, mouthwatering finish. Drink now-2015.",Les Bartavelles,34,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 Les Bartavelles Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-bartavelles-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.5,Red,US,"Not showing well now due to tough, gritty tannins and unintegrated fruit and oak flavors that taste jammy sweet in raspberries, cherries and mocha, like a little fruit pastry. All the parts seem to be there to age. Try towards 2011.",Estate,34,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2007 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Stolpman 13,Red,Greece,"Aromas of nuts, dried cherries and cocoa are followed by integrated flavors of green pepper, coffee, cherry and cedar in this distinctive red. Rich but clean, it has a food-friendly character and a brooding, dark finish.",Dark Passion,17,87,Crete,,,Michalakis 2006 Dark Passion Cabernet Sauvignon (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michalakis-2006-dark-passion-cabernet-sauvignon-crete/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Michalakis 13.5,Red,Italy,Pipe smoke and cigar box appear at the front of this ruby-colored wine. Those aromas are followed by dark cherry and blackberry nuances. This is a tight and dense expression of Cabernet Sauvignon with firm tannins and loads of power and determination on the close.,,14,87,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Tenuta Santomè 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-marca-trevigiana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tenuta Santomè 12.5,White,France,"Lacks the precise focus and mineral lift of the '07, but still offers a satisfying mouthful of pear and pineapple fruit. Soft and a bit broad but tasty.",Vielles Vignes,35,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Vielles Vignes White (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-vielles-vignes-white-saint-peray/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 13.8,White,US,"Shows nice pineapple tart, lemondrop, buttered toast and vanilla oak flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Finishes quick and could be more concentrated, but it's a very good, elegant Chardonnay at a fair price.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Rodney Strong 14,Red,Italy,"This is a very pleasant Dolcetto with measured aromas of blueberry, raspberry, cherry cola, plum and fresh prune. It tastes soft and slightly sweet in the mouth with fresh acidity that would work well with cheese or cream based dishes.",Murrae,,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Rocche Castamagna 2007 Murrae (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-castamagna-2007-murrae-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Rocche Castamagna 14.6,Red,Israel,"Dark garnet in color with an intense nose loaded with blackberries, cassis and sweet tobacco. The palate offers more black fruit skin notes along with coffee granules and cocoa powder, with mocha dominating the lingering finish.",Single Vineyard Kosher,35,87,Judean Hills,,,Psagot 2007 Single Vineyard Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/psagot-2007-single-vineyard-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Psagot 14.6,Red,Israel,"A well-made Cab Franc with typical characteristics of the varietal—green pepper, tobacco and ash, along with solid red fruit aromas and flavors of plum and strawberry. Lean but satisfying in the mouth with soft, dusty tannins and a medium-length finish; drinkable now but would also be fine with a little more time in the cellar.",Kosher,24,87,Judean Hills,,,Psagot 2007 Kosher Cabernet Franc (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/psagot-2007-kosher-cabernet-franc-judean-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Psagot ,Red,US,"This budget Pinot is light but honest—meaning it has not been blended with Petite Sirah to make it seem darker and more tannic than it actually is. Sour cherry and cranberry fruit, with sharp acids and a hint of ground coffee threaded through the finish.",,12,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Underwood 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/underwood-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Underwood 12.5,Red,Spain,"Robust aromas of ripe berry fruit and bacon give this a full and lusty starting point, while the textured body is rich, with sturdy tannins. Flavors of blackberry and black cherry are sweet, and the wine has good character and bounce. A wine you want to drink on a regular basis.",Roble,10,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,La Mano 2007 Roble Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-2007-roble-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,La Mano 15,White,France,"Despite only 15% new oak, this wine comes across as toasty and caramelly, with delicate touches of pear, honey and wet stones. There's plenty of weight and length, so fans of oaked whites will find plenty to like.",Les Cèdres,52,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Les Cèdres White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-cedres-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 13,White,France,"This blend of Grenache Blanc and Vermentino offers slightly floral aromas that hint at apricot or peach, then follows those up with similar flavors and just a touch of spice on the finish. Marrenon is emerging as a dependable source for value wines from the Luberon.",Doria,13,87,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Marrenon 2008 Doria White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2008-doria-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Marrenon 13,Red,Italy,"A wine with a charitable cause, No Excuse raises funds for a nonprofit children's organization. This Cabernet Franc (with no oak) offers layers of cherry, wild berry, spice and light shadings of powdered mocha. It has zesty berries flavors and ends with a loud blast of sharp acidity.",No Excuse,12,87,Veneto,Piave,,Astoria 2007 No Excuse Cabernet Franc (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2007-no-excuse-cabernet-franc-piave/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Astoria ,White,US,"Crisp and acidic, with distinct scents and flavors of juicy pear and melon. The sharp acidity and pear skin phenolics place it squarely in the Pinot Grigio (hence Italian) camp.",Estate,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2008 Estate Pinot Grigio (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2008-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-willamette-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Apolloni 12.5,White,Greece,"A sophisticated, delicate nose of fresh flowers, peach, lemon and spice leads this attractive wine from Greece. On the palate, crisp flavors of lemon, minerals and spice dominate. Refreshing and clean, it will pair well with Asian food, seafood, salads.",Veriki,22,87,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzi Michalis 2008 Veriki White (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzi-michalis-2008-veriki-white-atalanti-valley/,White Blend,2008,Hatzi Michalis 13.9,Red,US,"A sound everyday wine with some special features. Although it's a bit sharp, it shows nice flavors of black cherries, cola and oak, wrapped into fine, intricate tannins.",,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Courtney Benham ,Red,France,"Showing, coffee and sweet juicy fruit, the wine has a light touch, freshened with acidity and strengthened lightly with tannins. There is a meaty character, but the wine does finish a little hollow.",Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild,75,87,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2007 Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2007-le-petit-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Mouton Rothschild 13,Red,France,"Dusty tannins gives the wine some weight and richness. Juicy blackberry flavors combine with the fresh acidity of the vintage, but with an extra burst of power. There is a fine, crisply acidic aftertaste.",,19,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Malaire 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malaire-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Malaire ,Red,France,"Initially a fresh, fruity wine that only shows a streak of tannins and dryness. Pure Merlot, it has generosity, even if remaining light and fresh. There is a final pure line of acidity and berry fruits.",Délice du Prieuré Grand Cru,35,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château le Prieuré 2007 Délice du Prieuré Grand Cru (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-prieure-2007-delice-grand-cru-merlot-saint-emilion/,Merlot,2007,Château le Prieuré 13,White,France,"This reliable Luberon producer has quietly turned out another good value. An understated, medium-bodied white from the Luberon, this Roussanne offers modest pear elements intertwined with attractive musky-spicy notes. Drink it over the next year or so.",Tradition,13,87,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2008 Tradition Roussanne (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2008-tradition-roussanne-luberon/,Roussanne,2008,Château Val Joanis 14.1,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet from Paso Robles. At the age of five–plus years, it's still pretty tannic, but a good steak will cut through the hardness. Dry and balanced, it shows spicy flavors of blackberries, currants, anise and cocoa, accented with smoky oak. Should last for a long time, without gaining much.",,26,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,D'Anbino 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danbino-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,D'Anbino 13,Red,Italy,Ceretto's pristine Dolcetto d'Alba offers an interesting medley of fruit and almond aromas. Marzipan and almond paste also appear in the mouth and the wine ends with silky softness. Pair it with oven-cooked pasta.,Rossana,24,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ceretto 2007 Rossana (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2007-rossana-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Ceretto 13.9,Red,US,"A bit soft and jammy, with somewhat simple flavors of raspberries, cherries and even white chocolate. But those flavors are delicious. Makes you wonder if some of these Dijon clones are better for blending, instead of bottling on their own.",Clone 115,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cambria 13,Red,Italy,"There's a pretty sweet spice element to the nose that offsets the bright fruit tones of this vibrant Dolcetto made by Carlo Boffa. The wine follows through to the palate with well-balanced acidity, a smooth texture and a slightly sour note on the close.",,15,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Boffa 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boffa-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Boffa 14,Red,Spain,"Attractive, full-force plum and berry aromas with a fruity, rich, concentrated palate of black fruit and plum. Smooth, nothing fancy, and always solid for those looking for a big, full-bodied wine at an affordable price. Luzon is the definition of a go-to producer.",Luzon Verde,9,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2008 Luzon Verde Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2008-luzon-verde-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Bodegas Luzón 13.5,Red,US,"A polished, smooth Cab for drinking now. It's soft and delicious, with herb-infused cherry, currant and cola flavors. Shows real fanciness in the tannin structure. Easy to find, with 36,000 cases produced.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castle Rock 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Castle Rock 13,White,Portugal,"Fine floral wine, the perfumes giving a further lift to the already fresh melon and lime fruits. There's an attractive chewy structure from apple skins, finishing with the crispest acidity.",Evel Branco,13,88,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2008 Evel Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2008-evel-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Real Companhia Velha 14.5,Red,Spain,"Tough, earthy berry aromas provide a fierce outlook. The palate answers the call, showing syrupy richness amid piercing tannins. Flavors of baked black fruits yield to molasses on the short, stout finish. Tannic and solid, but very sweet. Could it use a bit more balance perhaps?",Gago,34,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Telmo Rodríguez 2006 Gago (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2006-gago-red-toro/,Red Blend,2006,Telmo Rodríguez 12.5,White,France,"Shows off the TL barrel regime, with toasty, mealy notes and hints of vanilla that come close to overwhelming the honeyed pear fruit. Turns fresh and pineapple-y on the finish, so give it another year in the bottle to knit all its pieces together.",Guy Louis,30,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Guy Louis White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-guy-louis-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 14.4,Red,US,"Here's a young, lusty, grapey Zinfandel that really gets the tastebuds watering. Crisp acidity stimulates the palate, while rich, dry flavors reward it with an array of briary blackberries, cherries, chocolate, tobacco and spices. Textbook Dry Creek Zinfandel.",Mother Clone,15,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Mother Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-mother-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Pedroncelli 14.8,Red,US,"A well-structured Cab notable for its sturdy tannins and dryness. It's more elegant than rich now, with a pleasing, oak-tinged core of blackberries and currants that leads to a long, spicy finish. Could easily develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Reserve,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ray 13.5,Red,Italy,"This expression of Nebbiolo (from Gattinara) offers simple and clean aromas of wild berries, raw almond and cherry cola. The wine offers linear harmony and a straightforward approach that relies on a combination of fresh berry flavors and crisp acidity. The mouthfeel is smooth, slight sour and tight. This is a very nice effort for a hot vintage.",,47,88,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Mauro Franchino 2003 Gattinara,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-franchino-2003-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2003,Mauro Franchino ,Red,US,"Though the alcohol comes close to 15%, this is still relatively light compared with other Spofford vineyard Syrahs. Sweet cherry candy, or cherry pie fruit is slathered in flavors of coconut/vanilla cream. It's tasty, though relatively simple, especially for fruit from this vineyard, which is known for its earthy terroir.",Spofford Station,25,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Lujon 2007 Spofford Station Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lujon-2007-spofford-station-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Lujon 13.5,Red,Greece,"This red starts with black fruits and pepper aromas, followed by waves of black cherry, cocoa, pepper and red berry. Rich and mellow, it's a classy sip that will pair well with duck, roasted meats.",Gaia Estate,45,88,Nemea,,,Gaia Wines 2005 Gaia Estate Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2005-gaia-estate-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2005,Gaia Wines 13,White,Greece,"Lemon, orange and spice start this intriguing white from Biblio Chora. On the palate, it has richness, but the crisp citrus character keeps it balanced and clean. An elegant but robust wine with lingering character.",Ovilos,45,88,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2007 Ovilos White (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2007-ovilos-white-pangeon/,White Blend,2007,Estate Biblia Chora 13,Red,France,"Perfumed with new wood aromas and violets, this is a full-bodied wine, its tannins blending into sweet plum and cranberry juice flavors. The wood is finely judged, giving a rounded feel to the finish, along with the acidity.",,25,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Labat 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labat-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Labat 13.5,Red,France,"There is lovely richness here, with fresh acidity and red berry fruit flavors. The texture is round, lightly chewy, with some wood and final stalky fruit.",,46,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Bassonnerie 2007 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bassonnerie-2007-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château la Bassonnerie ,Red,France,"A lightweight wine, with smoky fruits, soft tannins and bright, vibrant juicy black currants. This is not a wine for aging, but will be delicious in a year or two.",,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Mayne 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-mayne-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Franc Mayne 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Intense aromas of Golden Delicious apple, freshly baked bread, peppermint and apricot are generous and bright. There's a slight note of volatility here but it contributes happily to the overall complexity of the bouquet and is balanced by warmer, baked aromas of spice and yellow fruit.",Dosage Zero,92,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2004 Dosage Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2004-dosage-zero-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Ca' del Bosco 14.5,Red,Italy,Here's a rich and nicely concentrated Dolcetto di Dogliani with beautiful aromas of mature berry fruit and sweet spice. That extra richness and softness that you feel in the mouth would work nicely with succulent pork or beef dishes.,,30,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani Superiore,,Anna Maria Abbona 2004 Dolcetto di Dogliani Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-maria-abbona-2004-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani-superiore/,Dolcetto,2004,Anna Maria Abbona ,Red,US,"Fashioned from a careful mix of clones, the Nicholas Estate Pinot is a very pretty wine, wrapped in toasty mocha and caramel, but highlighted with fine red fruit flavors. This is a delicate, elegant wine that does not overreach, but makes the best possible use of the fruit of the vintage.",Nicholas Estate,33,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2007 Nicholas Estate Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2007-nicholas-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Anam Cara ,White,US,"With alcohol just 12.5%, this high-toned, fruit-driven Riesling has some residual sugar, but does not taste all that sweet. The extra ripe fruit suggests tropical candy—pineapple, papaya and lemon sours.",,12,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kings Ridge 2008 Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Kings Ridge 14,Red,Spain,"A purple, saturated, well-oaked, muscular wine with heavy, dark fruit and hickory aromas. Forceful and saturated on the palate, with big blackberry flavors blanketed by powerful oak. Dark and smoky on the finish, with intensity and thick legs.",Anayón de Corona de Aragón Barrica,36,88,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 2006 Anayón de Corona de Aragón Barrica Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandes-vinos-vinedos-2006-anayon-corona-aragon-barrica-red-carinena/,Red Blend,2006,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 15.1,Red,US,"Fleshy and ripe, with blackberry and currant flavors just beginning to turn the curve from primary fruit and cocoa to bottle bouquet. Picking up notes of dried fruits and dried flowers. Yet the tannins are still firm and acidity still cuts across the middle. A little unbalanced but interesting. Now–2012.",Stagecoach Vineyard Veraison Synchrony,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2005 Stagecoach Vineyard Veraison Synchrony Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2005-stagecoach-vineyard-veraison-synchrony-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Krupp Brothers 14,Red,Italy,"Cheerful and bright, this well-priced wine offers a great introduction to Barbaresco to those who might be less familiar with this noble Italian wine. Vibrant aromas include wild berries, cola and a touch of smoked ham. The mouthfeel is crisp and very clean despite the hot vintage.",Cantina Tre Serre,29,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2003 Cantina Tre Serre (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2003-cantina-tre-serre-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2003,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra ,Red,US,"Though the winery indicates that just one quarter of the barrels (all French oak) were new, this wine puts those spicy, toasty scents and flavors of mocha and cinnamon front and center. It's soft and silky, with round, forward flavors of plums dipped in chocolate.",Whole Cluster Reserve,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Bishop Creek Cellars 2007 Whole Cluster Reserve Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishop-creek-cellars-2007-whole-cluster-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bishop Creek Cellars ,Red,France,"A finely made wine, with elegant fruit and tannins, but definitely on the light side. The red berry fruits are soft and juicy, already a pleasure to drink, with only short-term aging.",,35,88,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Moussas 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-moussas-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lynch-Moussas 12.5,Red,France,"Good density here, with tannins that spring from bright berry fruits. The acidity is certainly present, but it has weight behind it, giving potential richness balanced by wood.",,17,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lieujean 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lieujean-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lieujean 13,Red,France,"There is plenty of wood, both in aromas and to taste. What is worrying is the dominance of the wood over the relatively light fruit character. There are just hints of Cabernet black currants, but then the wood closes in. It needs 3–4 years to come together.",,,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2007 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2007-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Fonréaud ,Red,France,"A dry, spicy wine, with some good dense tannins. There is some power here, the dark fruits hinting at sweetness, but this is followed by the high acidity typical of the vintage. It should all come together in a year to 18 months.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins-Lurton 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-lurton-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Couhins-Lurton 13,White,France,"This barrel-fermented blend of Grenache Blanc, Vermentino and Roussanne features hints of toasted hazelnuts, but also plenty of ripe pear flavors and touches of spice and acacia blossom. The texture is lush, the flavors bold, just fading a bit in intensity on the finish.",Grand Cuvée,15,88,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Marrenon 2008 Grand Cuvée White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2008-grand-cuvee-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Marrenon 14,Red,Spain,"Dry, minty and saucy on the nose, with an old-school sheer palate full of acidity, citrus, cherry tomato, herbs and snap. Shows toasty oak, length and cheeky tannins along with red fruit finishing notes. In between new wave and traditional Rioja. Drink now through 2012.",Reserva Privada,60,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Vargas 2005 Reserva Privada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vargas-2005-reserva-privada-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Marqués de Vargas 13,Red,Italy,Here's a blend of Merlot and Franconia (aged 48 months in oak) with straightforward aromas of cherry fruit and underbrush. The wine is smooth and offers slight sweetness followed by some sour notes on the close.,Colmello Rosso,27,88,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2001 Colmello Rosso Red (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2001-colmello-rosso-red-orientale/,Red Blend,2001,Moletto ,White,US,"Bound to be a bit controversial, this searingly tart take on Riesling is for those who revel in high acids. It is comparable to a wine from Australia, with depth and minerality that elevates the flavors beyond mere lemon juice. Intense and lingering.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2008 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2008-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Methven Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a really good value in a dry, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. It's filled with varietal flavors of blackberries and black currants, with a long, sweet finish. The tannins are sturdy and ripe. Fully ready now.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn Estates 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-estates-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hahn Estates 14.1,Red,US,"Rather tough and gritty now, this bone dry wine offers herb, tobacco and cedar flavors, with suggestions of cherries and currants. It's the answer to folks who complain that California Cabernets are fruit and oak bombs. Could surprise with 5–7 years in the bottle.",,48,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kings Mountain 2006 Meritage (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-mountain-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Meritage,2006,Kings Mountain ,Red,US,"A robust, softly tannic and powerfully ripe wine showing flavors of cherry pie filling, cola, raisins, red licorice and dusty Asian spices. This dry Bordeaux-style blend contains some Petite Sirah, and is at its best now–2012.",Maestro,48,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2004 Maestro Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2004-maestro-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Hunt Cellars 14.5,Red,Israel,"Rich, lush and oaky with aromas and flavors of ripe red plum, red berries and vanilla cream. Round and full in the mouth with solid but soft tannins and moderate acidity. The finish is long and lingering, with suggestions of vanilla ice cream topped with mixed berry compote. Drink now.",Reserve Kosher,25,88,Ella Valley,,,Recanati 2006 Reserve Kosher Merlot (Ella Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2006-reserve-kosher-merlot-ella-valley/,Merlot,2006,Recanati 13,Red,Portugal,"A fresh, juicy wine with berry fruits, ripe but intense tannins and a black cherry flavor. There is a delicious, final burst of acidity.",Porca de Murça Tinto,10,88,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2007 Porca de Murça Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2007-porca-murca-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Real Companhia Velha 14.5,Red,US,"Very fruity and candied, a 100% Cabernet that tastes like chocolate-covered cherries, sweet fruit cereal, vanilla and powdered sugar. Tasted in a flight of top Napa Cabs, it seemed rather forward and one-dimensional, although very delicious. Could surprise after 2012.",S.L.V.,125,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2006 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2006-slv-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a luscious and succulent Barbera d'Alba with ripe fruit aromas followed by chocolate, spice and leather. The wine shows sophistication and character and ends with a smooth, silky and slightly sweet close.",,20,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Socré 2006 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/socre-2006-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Socré 12.5,White,France,"Guigal's 2007 Crozes manages to be round and lush in texture yet fresh at the same time, melding apple, pear and melon fruit with crisper, citrusy notes that come into focus on the long finish. Drink now-2012.",,22,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,E. Guigal 2007 White (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-white-crozes-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,E. Guigal 14,Red,Portugal,"A firm, solidly tannic wine that is balanced easily between tight fruit tannins, elegant plum fruits and taut acidity. The aftertaste is smoky from the wood, but with the fruit always present.",Churchill Estates,28,88,Douro,,,Churchill's 2007 Churchill Estates Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2007-churchill-estates-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Churchill's ,Red,France,"Relatively lightweight, the wine has soft, stalky tannins and flavors of hedgerow fruits to go with the well-judged layer of smoky wood. It is dry, firm and fresh.",,67,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2007 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2007-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Vray Croix de Gay 13.1,White,US,"Cowhorn Vineyard & Winery is a new enterprise in southern Oregon's Applegate Valley. The vineyard is already certified biodynamic, and the first releases show confidence and control throughout. This elegant Viognier was fermented with native yeast and did not go through malolactic. It mixes melon, peaches, pineapple and lime, and it's rich without being heavy or hot.",,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2008 Viognier (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2008-viognier-southern-applegate-valley/,Viognier,2008,Cowhorn 13.9,Red,US,"From second leaf vines, this brings bright and fresh blueberry and blackberry fruit first and foremost. It's a young, juicy, forward style, immediately appealing. The young vines barely hint at spice and pepper, but the pure fruit promises good things to come as this biodynamically farmed vineyard gets established.",,32,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2006 Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,2006,Cowhorn 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Firm, dark and dry, this is a wine with great depth of flavor, concentrating tannins over the bold black fruits and new wood flavors. It certainly could be aged, but can also be drunk now for its spicy richness and solid texture.",Contraste,21,88,Douro,,,Conceito Vinhos 2007 Contraste Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2007-contraste-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Conceito Vinhos ,Red,US,"Soft and plush, this is a pillowy Pinot with spicy cranberry and strawberry fruit, laced with a distinctive cola streak. Very appealing, forward and textural.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2007 Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2007,Coeur de Terre 13,White,France,"It's said that Viognier is difficult to grow, but then how can bargains such as this continue to exist? For $10, you get truffled pear aromas rounded out by the addition of melon, decent concentration and a long, dusty-minerally finish. Drink now.",,10,88,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays des Cévennes,,Domaine de Gournier 2008 Viognier (Vin de Pays des Cévennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gournier-2008-viognier-vin-pays-cevennes/,Viognier,2008,Domaine de Gournier 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Nebbiolo from the Langhe exhibits a bright ruby color and lean density. Measured aromas of wild berry, licorice, asphalt and balsam-menthol notes describe the nose. The mouthfeel, on the other hand, is streamlined, tight and marked by firm tannins.",,28,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2006 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2006-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Fenocchio 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Beautifully pale pink in color with delicate shadings of peach and copper, this is an extremely elegant rosé sparkler from the Franciacorta area of northern Italy. The aromas are simple and straightforward, focusing on rose petal, cranberry and peach. The mouthfeel is crisp and easy.",Brut Rosé Millesimato,28,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Berlucchi 2005 Brut Rosé Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-berlucchi-2005-brut-rose-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Fratelli Berlucchi ,Red,US,"Erath's Oregon Pinot Noir may quickly become the most widely available, moderately priced example of this state's iconic varietal. This new vintage is tight and herbal, with true varietal character and Burgundian elegance. Tart red berries, hints of citrus rind, moderating acid and fine balance throughout.",,19,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath 14,Red,Greece,"Full-bodied aromas of vanilla, ripe blackberry, spice and cinnamon lead this assertive red from Drama. Rich, spicy and savory on the palate, the wine has a nice balance of minerality and layered fruit. The finish has a smoky spin.",,24,88,Drama,,,Thema 2006 Red (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thema-2006-red-drama/,Red Blend,2006,Thema 14.7,Red,US,"They packed a little Cabernet Franc and Merlot into this Sangiovese to give it richness, with rewarding results. It's quite a good wine, dry and tart in mouthwatering acidity, with solid tannins framing accessible flavors of cherries, cola, leather and cedar. A commendable effort at a fair price.",Alto Vineyards,14,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2006 Alto Vineyards Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2006-alto-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2006,Pedroncelli 14.8,White,US,"Made in the style of a rich, oaky Chardonnay, with which it might easily be confused, this is a creamy, leesy wine. It has opulent flavors of pineapples, peaches, buttered toast, honeysuckle and vanilla.",Stagecoach Vineyard Black Bart,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Black Bart Marsanne (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-black-bart-marsanne-napa-valley/,Marsanne,2007,Krupp Brothers 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend, based on equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, is softly opulent and ripe, in the way of many Paso Robles red wines. It floods the mouth with blackberries and currants, with spicy complexities from oak, and is fairly tannic, although not so much that a good steak won't cut through it. Best Now–2012.",Party of Four Estate Grown,59,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2007 Party of Four Estate Grown Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2007-party-four-estate-grown-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,HammerSky ,Red,US,"Wild berries, cranberries and pungent herbaceousness characterize this Barrel Select Pinot Noir. It seems a little light at first, then gathers itself in a focused, spicy midpalate that nicely integrates the fruit and herbs.",Barrel Select Estate,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2007 Barrel Select Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2007-barrel-select-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,David Hill 15,Red,Spain,"Ultraripe, almost to the point of being syrupy and soupy. The nose is all sweet licorice, baked fruit and raisin. In the mouth, there's some tannic bite but mostly it's a rich, bruising, unctuous wine with smoky, rich berry flavors and a sweet, toasty finish.",Selección Personal,80,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cyan 2005 Selección Personal (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyan-2005-seleccion-personal-red-toro/,Red Blend,2005,Cyan ,Rose,US,"A big, juicy, fruit-bomb of a rosé, this Knight's Gambit from Erath mixes flavors of rosewater, watermelon, strawberries and cocoa in a big, broad, forward, palate-pleasing wine. The pretty pink color is from skin contact with the Pinot Gris—no red wine was added.",Knight's Gambit Rosé,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Knight's Gambit Rosé Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-knights-gambit-rose-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2008,Erath 13.5,White,France,"Importer Bobby Kacher has a seemingly limitless portfolio of bargains from the south of France, and this one boasts an intriguing nose of pear, honey and star anise. It's more focused and crisp than many wines from this region, turning citrusy on the finish. Drink now-2012.",,13,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine de la Petite Cassagne 2008 White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petite-cassagne-2008-white-costieres-nimes/,White Blend,2008,Domaine de la Petite Cassagne ,Red,France,"Soft, juicy and fruity, relatively light in character. The tannins are fresh, supporting black currant and fresh, juicy fruit flavors. It's easy and open, developing well, but quickly.",,40,88,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château d'Armailhac ,Red,France,"A spicy, fruity wine, the structure relatively light but firmly dry, with a strong seasoning of black currant fruits. It is fresh, the fruit juicy and vibrant, with an edge of firm wood.",,35,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lafon-Rochet 2007 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafon-rochet-2007-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lafon-Rochet ,Red,France,"Soft, rounded, a wine that is both fresh and open. Red berry fruits are suffused with acidity, giving a light touch. This is a wine for drinking in 2–3 years.",,55,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Beychevelle 14,Red,Spain,"Toro is not usually a prime hunting ground for Best Buys, but this full-throttle wine is solid, gritty and tastes and smells nice. The nose is full, mildly raisiny and dusty, while the palate tastes of cola, raspberry, cherry and toast. Rubbery and long on the finish.",Oro Selección,12,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Mähler-Besse 2005 Oro Selección (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-mahler-besse-2005-oro-seleccion-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Bodegas Mähler-Besse 14.9,Red,US,"Fantastically ripe, offering distinctly Californian flavors of black cherries, raspberries and Dr. Pepper cola, elaborated with sweet, smoky oak. There's a sunburst of acidity for balance. Good now with baked ham, beef enchiladas, grilled salmon.",Sarmento Vineyards,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Windstream 2008 Sarmento Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windstream-2008-sarmento-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Windstream 14,White,Portugal,"A creamy, Chardonnay-like wine that is rich, open and generous. It has weight but keeps a sense of proportion with its balancing texture of fruit skins and herbs.",Monte de Peceguina Branco,20,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Monte de Peceguina Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-monte-peceguina-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 14.1,White,US,"Shows the richness of fruit, as well as oak, that has lately characterized this Monterey-grown Chardonnay, with very ripe pineapple and crème brûlée flavors. Feels somewhat obvious, lacking the subtle appeal of the 2007. Drink now.",Estate,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2008-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,McIntyre Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard to believe the price on this. Yes, it's a perfectly good aged Ribera, but special it isn't. Bricky and roasted on the nose, with spiced cherry and plum aromas. The palate is healthy and comfortable, with cola, cherry and licorice flavors. Vanilla and length define the finish. Too regular to recommend at $325.",Prestigio Pago de las Solanas,325,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2000 Prestigio Pago de las Solanas (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2000-prestigio-pago-las-solanas-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Matarromera 14,Red,Portugal,"A lean, cool, initially austere wine, well balanced with red berry fruits and a poised elegant structure. The acidity gives great freshness to go with the structure, making a great food wine.",Reserva,28,88,Douro,,,Poças 2007 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2007-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Poças 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is stylish Douro, a wine that reveals minerality, red berry fruits with tannins and acidity that cut through the structure. This wine is ready to drink.",Evel Tinto,13,88,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2007 Evel Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2007-evel-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Real Companhia Velha 14.8,White,US,"Lusty and strong, this is Lodi Zinfandel at its most classic. It's a big, thick, softly ripe wine that floods the mouth with exuberant flavors of blackberry jam, chocolate, red and black currants and peppery spices. Easy to like. Drink now.",The Zin,25,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cosentino 2007 The Zin Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2007-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2007,Cosentino 11.7,White,US,"A lovely Riesling made in the off-dry style of a fine German Kabinett. It's crisp and sleek in acidity, with a mineral undertow to the peach, pineapple, gardenia and petrol flavors. Very pretty and polished with pan-fried trout almondine.",Estate,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2007 Estate Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2007-estate-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2007,Coquelicot 14.3,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity, which gives the mouthfeel excessive tartness. Otherwise it's a very rich wine, with deep, complex flavors of cherry preserves, raspberries, cola, cranberries and red currants, accented by smoky oak. The sharpness seems to limit ageability.",Famous Gate,68,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2007 Famous Gate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2007-famous-gate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Carneros ,Red,France,"High toast and spice flavors dominate what is relatively light fruit. The wine is austere, somewhat lightweight, with freshness and wood the main elements.",,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Trottevieille 12.8,Red,France,"Faury has crafted a wonderfully quaffable Old World Syrah in '05, with scents of violets, cracked pepper and ripe blackberries, modest tannins and a crisp, clean finish. Drink now-2012. Imported by Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant.",,28,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Philippe Faury 2005 Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-faury-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2005,Domaine Philippe Faury ,Red,US,"The estate vineyard, planted between 1999 and 2005, includes several different blocks, named for family members. This Pinot has a pleasing softness, entering the mouth gently with light raspberry candy flavors. The fruit is wrapped in chocolaty oak.",Estate,34,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2007-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2007,Coeur de Terre 13.5,Red,Spain,"Despite some spearmint and Band-Aid on the nose, this ready-to-drink wine shows good quality from head to toe. The palate is on the lighter side, with nice acidity pushing smacky, lively red plum and raspberry flavors. Hints of tomato and citrus fruits also get into play.",Crianza,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2005 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2005-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Darien 14,Red,Italy,"Delicate fragrances of blue flowers, pressed violets, exotic spice and white pepper emerge from the nose of this Nebbiolo from the Langhe. The wine shares a lot in common with its big brothers Barbaresco and Barolo, including a firm tannic finish.",,24,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Damilano 2007 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2007-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Damilano 13.5,White,France,"Loaded up with toast and vanilla, as you might expect from Tardieu Laurent, but the wine shows plenty of weight and concentration under the wood, and some underlying pear and melon fruit ultimately finds its way out. It's a rich, succulent mouthful of oak and fruit for near-term drinking.",Guy Louis,28,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Guy Louis White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-guy-louis-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a spicy and elegant expression of Pinot Nero (from Piedmont in northern Italy) with very nice intensity and staying power. You'll get aromas of wild berry, vanilla and light graphite layers followed by a smooth, supple feel in the mouth.",Costa di Mu,29,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Rivetti Massimo 2006 Costa di Mu Pinot Nero (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2006-costa-mu-pinot-noir-nero-langhe/,Pinot Nero,2006,Rivetti Massimo 13.5,White,France,"It should be easy to stump your wine-geek buddies with this one. At once honeyed and rich, exotic and tropical, this is a rarity they're unlikely to even know exists. A mere hint of bitterness on the finish of this medium-bodied wine nicely balances the ripe tropical flavors. Drink now.",,12,88,Rhône Valley,Clairette de Bellegarde,,Mas Carlot 2008 Clairette de Bellegarde,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2008-other-white-clairette-clairette-bellegarde/,Clairette,2008,Mas Carlot 12.5,White,France,"This blend of 40% Clairette, 30% Grenache Blanc, 20% Viognier and 10% Roussanne offers up delicate lemony scents alongside hints of pineapple. It's a medium-bodied white, displaying freshness and finesse in its citrus, pear and melon flavors. Drink it over the next year.",Les Abeilles,12,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2008 Les Abeilles White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2008-abeilles-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Jean-Luc Colombo 13.5,White,US,"This is an unoaked Sauvignon Blanc but you won't miss the wood at all because it's so delicious. Shows waves of vanilla-scented lemongrass, pineapples and even richer golden mango. All this is accented with lively acidity, and the finish is honeyed. A lovely cocktail sipper or with savory little appetizers.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mauritson 13,White,Italy,Mastroberardino's Radici (Italian for “roots”) is one of the best Fiano di Avellinos you can find. The wine is luminous and crisp with well-defined mineral notes that shade notes of citrus and stone fruit. Try it with fish or vegetarian foods.,Radici,30,88,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Mastroberardino 2008 Radici (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-radici-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2008,Mastroberardino 14.5,Red,US,"Super-spicy, offering a blast of white and black pepper, briary blackberry, black cherry sour candy, cola and coffee flavors wrapped into vigorous tannins. Retains the basically rustic nature of Barbera, but it's one of the better ones out there. Try as a smoother alternative to Zinfandel.",,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 2007 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-2007-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2007,Terra d'Oro 14.5,Red,Italy,"Black cherry, chocolate and menthol accents color the nose of this ripe and plump Barbera d'Alba. The wine is firm and generous in the mouth with a chewy, slightly sweet finish. It sees one year of oak for extra spice on the close.",Donatella,30,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Luigi Baudana 2006 Donatella (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-baudana-2006-donatella-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Luigi Baudana 13.3,Red,US,"Truffle-scented, musky and floral, with cinnamon spice highlights, this unusual Pinot Noir gives a lot in the nose, while still tightly wound in the mouth. Strawberry and raspberry fruit is wrapped in firm tannins; give it some extra breathing time or a few years in the cellar.",Natasha Block,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 2007 Natasha Block Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/youngberg-hill-2007-natasha-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2007,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"Quite a delicious, rich and opulent wine. It shows Paso Robles softness and accessibility, with deep, long-lasting flavors of blackberries, currants, chocolate, olives and cedar. Fully ready now.",Opulent,45,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jettlynn NV Opulent Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jettlynn-nv-opulent-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Jettlynn 13.5,Red,Spain,"Much like the 2004, this wine straddles traditional and modern lines. The nose offers light raisin, spearmint, brick dust and leafy red fruit aromas, while the palate may seem acidic and sour to some but reflective of old Rioja to others. Strong American oak accents of dill, coconut and vanilla are present on the palate and finish. Drink now through 2012.",Coto de Imaz Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2005 Coto de Imaz Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2005-imaz-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,El Coto 13,White,Greece,"This unfolding white offers lemon and oaky spice on the nose and palate, with rounded, silky flavors and a spicy finish. A bit bigger and richer, it can handle bigger dishes—think lobster, oysters, cream dishes.",Laas,24,88,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzi Michalis 2008 Laas White (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzi-michalis-2008-laas-white-atalanti-valley/,White Blend,2008,Hatzi Michalis 13,White,Greece,"Citrus, tropical fruit and a crisp minerally burst give this dry white a unique flair. Overall, the wine is clean and light—a great cohort to grilled fish or Mediterranean cuisine. Classic and elegant with a terroir-driven edge.",Thalassitis,25,88,Santorini,,,Gaia Wines 2008 Thalassitis Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2008-thalassitis-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2008,Gaia Wines ,Red,France,"Bright, round wine, with a layer of firm mineral tannins, but more about black berry and plum fruits, jammy acidity and a finishing dry structure. This second wine of Vray Croix de Gay will be ready in 2–3 years.",L'Enchanteur de Vray Croix de Gay,53,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2007 L'Enchanteur de Vray Croix de Gay (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2007-lenchanteur-de-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Vray Croix de Gay 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a pleasant red wine from Piedmont in northern Italy made with Nebbiolo and Vespolina grapes for a clean delivery of berry, spice and cola aromas. The wine is tonic and fresh in the mouth with clean acidity and playful bite of exotic spice on the close.",Lochera,40,88,Piedmont,Fara,,Dessilani 2005 Lochera (Fara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dessilani-2005-lochera-red-fara/,Red Blend,2005,Dessilani 13,White,Italy,"This Trebbiano-based wine from the Lake Garda area of northern Italy boasts a ripe, concentrated golden color and sophisticated aromas of mature peach, apricot, almond and yellow rose. The wine is thick and creamy in the mouth and would pair with white meats or fish.",Le Quaiare Lugana,25,88,Lombardy,Lugana,,Bertani 2008 Le Quaiare Lugana (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2008-le-quaiare-lugana-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana/,Trebbiano,2008,Bertani ,Red,US,"This is the winery's most limited offering, with exotic aromas of musk, saffron and sandalwood. It fills the midpalate with soft red fruits and more of those floral highlights, then turns slightly soapy and tannic.",Grand Cuvée,42,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2006 Grand Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2006-grand-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Belle Vallée 14,Red,Spain,"Luzon's signature Best Buy red blends one-third Syrah with two-thirds Monastrell, and always with consistent results. Year after year, we like this wine's lusty, broad fruit, richness and overall balance. It's not sophisticated or complex, but it is deep, clean and very tasty.",,9,88,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2008 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2008-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2008,Bodegas Luzón 14.5,Red,US,"A fine, rewarding young Zinfandel whose massively rich fruit is balanced and grounded with a firm structure. Floods the mouth with the essence of ripe raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice, black pepper and meaty-salty notes of bacon. Then those Dry Creek tannins kick in, with their slightly coarse earthiness. Ready now.",Centánni Vineyard Old Vine,31,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Vite Vecchio 2007 Centánni Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vite-vecchio-2007-centanni-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Vite Vecchio 13,Red,Italy,"Wood and toasted oak greet the nose at first, but are followed by soft chocolate, spice and cherry. Creamy and soft in consistency, with a bright, acidic close, this Cabernet Sauvignon would pair well with a long list of foods, from wild mushroom risotto to stewed meat.",Vigneto ai Palazzi Riserva,40,89,Veneto,Piave,,Masottina 2004 Vigneto ai Palazzi Riserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-2004-vigneto-ai-palazzi-riserva-cabernet-sauvignon-piave/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Masottina 13,Red,France,"The continuing improvement at classed growth Camensac under the ownership of the Merlaut family (Chasse-Spleen, Citran, etc) is apparent even in the lesser vintage of 2007. The structure hangs well with the stalky but solid black berry fruit, the acidity a pure streak through it. Age over 4–5 years.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Camensac 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-camensac-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Camensac ,Red,France,"Situated on the plateau of Saint-Emilion, just east of the city, Château le Prieuré has produced a finely structured 2007, not big, but well balanced. Touches of cocoa and cinnamon spice cap the solid fruit and dry tannins. Age for 3–4 years.",Grand Cru Classé,42,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château le Prieuré 2007 Grand Cru Classé (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-prieure-2007-grand-cru-classe-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château le Prieuré 13,Red,France,"With its high wood flavors and aromas of mint, this sets out to be a modern, extracted style of wine. But it has the lightness of Margaux in 2007, the Cabernet tannins soft and open. It already has good balance, suggesting it is not for long aging.",,42,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Issan 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dissan-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château d'Issan 14.5,Red,Australia,"For a wine that's 100% Mourvèdre, this has pretty tame tannins, the suppleness and creamy texture helping to balance some of the crisp acids and tart red berry notes. Varietal cola and tree bark aromas and flavors add complexity to this structured but approachable red that should drink well for at least the next 5–8 years.",The Twentyeight Road,35,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2006 The Twentyeight Road Mourvèdre (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2006-twentyeight-road-mourvedre-mclaren-vale/,Mourvèdre,2006,D'Arenberg ,Red,US,"Light but nicely detailed and flavorful, with an overriding spicy cola character. Streaks of vanilla and caramel infuse the brambly, wild berry fruit flavors. The wine also carries a seductive scent of sandalwood, which continues as a flavor in the finish.",Estate 777 Block,42,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Arbor Brook 2007 Estate 777 Block Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2007-estate-777-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Arbor Brook 13.5,Red,Spain,"Despite its age, you can still smell sawdust, dry oak and resin on the nose. The palate is acidic and drying, with tight plum, cola and raspberry flavors. The finish warms up some, with caramel and roasted fruit notes. Nice and tasty, and ready to drink now through 2011.",Miros de Ribera Reserva,65,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Peñafiel 2001 Miros de Ribera Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-penafiel-2001-miros-ribera-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Peñafiel 14,Red,Spain,"Almost impossible to distinguish this nice and easy Garnacha from the winery's Monte Oton label (also rated 89). Open berry and jam aromas keep it together, while the saturated, sweet blackberry palate is living proof of Campo de Borja's sun and terroir. Ripe, deep and easy to enjoy.",,8,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2008 Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2008-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2008,Borsao ,White,US,"Half the fruit is sourced from the Carabella vineyard, half from the Hyland vineyard. This is a young, tense, tight wine, still melding itself together. Melon, green pineapple, green banana and Streaks of butter and toast suggest that all the right flavor components are in place. The wine remains steely and compressed; definitely a white wine that should be decanted.",,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Winderlea 2007 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winderlea-2007-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Winderlea ,Red,France,"A wine that emphasizes the fruity character of the year, putting aside any missing tannins. Wood still dominates the fruit, giving spice and bitter chocolate flavors, but the green edge present in the futures tasting has gone, to give final cranberry and black currant freshness.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Monbrison 14.5,Red,Spain,"On the spot and sweet, with black cherry and roundness on the nose. Plays above its price league via ripe plum and berry flavors, bounce, body and build. Whole, concentrated and shows good structure, depth and character. About as good as inexpensive Garnacha gets.",Monte Oton,7,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2008 Monte Oton Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2008-monte-oton-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Borsao ,Red,France,"A wine that has freshness, some wood and a soft series of tannins, almost velvet. There is a stalky juiciness here, to complete a wine that offers the freshest acidity, with only hints of darker fruits.",,50,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Duhart-Milon 13,Red,France,"With its dry, tight texture, this is an austere wine. The fruit is full of piercing black currant acidity, structured with firm tannins. Smoky wood does give an extra dimension, but the wine needs several months more in bottle.",Cuvée Tradition,32,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bellerose Figeac 2007 Cuvée Tradition (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellerose-figeac-2007-cuvee-tradition-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Bellerose Figeac 14,Red,Portugal,"The second wine of the Bruno Prats and Symington family joint venture, this is a deliciously fruity wine, but with a fine elegant backbone of light tannins and smoky wood. As befits a second wine in the Bordeaux tradition, this is ready to drink.",Post Scriptum de Chryseia,24,89,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2007 Post Scriptum de Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2007-post-scriptum-chryseia-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Prats & Symington LDA 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a bright and perky red wine with well-defined layers of ripe fruit, spice and smoky oak. Made with the native Raboso grape, the wine shows impressive sophistication and detail. Pair with lamb or roast pork.",Raboso,25,89,Veneto,Piave,,Moletto 2003 Raboso Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2003-raboso-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2003,Moletto ,Red,US,"This barrel selection actually was given less exposure to new French oak than the estate bottling, a telling fact, which demonstrates Anam Cara's commitment to fruit and terroir. Elegant and charming, it links pomegranate, raspberry and cherry fruit to silky tannins, achieving a lovely purity of expression in a year of moderate ripeness.",Nicholas Estate Reserve,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2007 Nicholas Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2007-nicholas-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Anam Cara 14.5,White,France,"Almost half of this wine's production of 1,800 cases came to the U.S., which should make this broad, mouthfilling white relatively easy to find. The largely neutral palate suggests pineapple, honey and cinnamon, with citrus and spice lingering on the finish. Drink now.",Domaine Grand Veneur La Fontaine,70,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2006 Domaine Grand Veneur La Fontaine White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2006-domaine-grand-veneur-fontaine-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,Alain Jaume et Fils 14,Red,France,"The $70 price tag is silly, but the wine itself is very good, combining soft tannins with ample cherry fruit and layers of dried spices. It's full and round in the mouth, long, warm and comforting on the finish. Drink now-2015.",Dédication,70,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Maison Bouachon 2003 Dédication Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2003-dedication-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Maison Bouachon 13,Red,US,"Brings a welcome restraint to Cabernet, offering a dry, somewhat tannic wine of great elegance. Easy to like for its balanced flavors of blackberries and black currants, with gentle influences of oak. Pretty good price for a wine of polish and sophistication.",,19,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rodney Strong 13,White,Portugal,"A beautifully aromatic wine, with a fruit skin texture to go with the creamier pear and pink grapefruit character. The wine is as fresh as a summer morning, finishing with lemon zest acidity.",Branco,,89,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2008 Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2008-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2008,Quinta de Chocapalha 14.6,Red,US,"Here's a dry, crisply elegant Pinot Noir to drink now with fine fare. It's quite ripe, and retains a nice silkiness that frames black cherry, red currants, Dr. Pepper cola, raspberry preserve and smoky sandalwood. Best now–2012.",,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tin House 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-house-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tin House ,Red,France,"Wood dominates this wine, the wine itself relatively light, but finely composed. There are spicy tannins with intense acidity, crisp black currants, bursting through the overlay of wood.",,80,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Troplong Mondot ,Red,France,"Siaurac, at 153 acres, is the largest estate in Lalande de Pomerol. The 2007 shows the relative lightness of the vintage, but boosts it up with chocolate and dark plum flavors. The wine finishes freshly, but still with tight tannins.",,31,89,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2007 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2007-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Siaurac ,White,US,"A Rhône blend, roughly equal parts Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier, this biodynamically grown wine is spicy and complex, though still young and yeasty. It wants a few more months in bottle to settle, but already shows balanced stone fruit and baked pear flavors, lightly accented with toasty spices.",Spiral 36,18,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2008 Spiral 36 White (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2008-spiral-36-white-southern-applegate-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Cowhorn 13.9,Red,US,"This is just the second release from Cowhorn, but already quite confidently made. Tart and detailed, it hints at earthy, umami, fungal flavors, along with highlights of sweet baking spices. From a biodynamically certified vineyard, the wine was aged 16 months in 45% new French oak.",,32,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2007 Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,2007,Cowhorn 12.5,White,Spain,"Having never tried this Viura-Malvasia blend before, we say it's nicely done. The nose rings of baked apple and deftly applied oak, while the palate is fresh but also deep and textured. Flavors of apple and pear are accented by vanilla and toast, and overall it's composed and shows character. Drink now through 2012. Only 250 cases made.",1894,50,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos 2007 1894 White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosme-palacio-hermanos-2007-1894-white-rioja/,White Blend,2007,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos ,White,US,Scents of vitamin pill and wet paper give way to a dense and dry Riesling with excellent concentration. Citrus fruit and rind combine with tart acids; what elevates this wine is its exceptional depth.,,19,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2006 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2006-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2006,Coeur de Terre 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a genuine and straightforward red wine from Piedmont that would pair with oven-roasted pasta or meat loaf. The wine (made from Nebbiolo and 20% Vespolina) is lean and fresh in the mouth, but ends with a very focused blast of almond and marzipan like flavors.",,52,89,Piedmont,Ghemme,,Dessilani 2004 Ghemme,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dessilani-2004-red-ghemme/,Red Blend,2004,Dessilani 13.5,Red,Greece,"This alluring red blend start with aromas of cherry, blueberry, cedar and spice and leads into pretty layers of red berry, cherry and violets on the palate. Soft and full with good acid balance, it's a lovely combination of native and international varieties.",Gaia S,40,89,Peloponnese,,,Gaia Wines 2007 Gaia S Red (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2007-s-red-peloponnese/,Red Blend,2007,Gaia Wines 14,Red,Greece,"Succulent raisins, red berries and spice lead this enticing red from Greece. Fine tannins, an elegant, soft mouthfeel, and layers of dark fruit, cedar and cocoa add to the appeal. A lovely wine with a poised character.",Hgemon Grande Réserve,65,89,Nemea,,,Nemeion Estate 2004 Hgemon Grande Réserve Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nemeion-estate-2004-hgemon-grande-reserve-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2004,Nemeion Estate ,White,US,"With alcohol under 13%, this spicy, well-constructed Pinot Gris is decidedly cut in a European mold. Grapefruit and fiddlehead fern flavors combine, with surprising concentration and length. For food matches think along the lines of what goes best with a spicy, grassy Sauvignon Blanc.",,17,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Coeur de Terre ,Red,US,"These are the oldest Pinot vines on the property, planted in 1999. A mix of Pommard, Wadenswil and Dijon clones, they create a rather sharp, herbal wine, with earthy tannins and a hint of bitterness. Barrel aging adds some baking chocolate flavors, but additional bottle age is recommended.",Renelle's Block,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2007 Renelle's Block Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2007-renelles-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2007,Coeur de Terre 12.5,White,Greece,"Fresh, fruity and flirty, this white offers vanilla, fresh fruit and minerals on the nose and on the palate, a lovely balance of citrus, spice and flowers. Vibrant and layered, with a minerally, cheerful finish.",Aspro Classic,15,89,Cephalonia,,,Gentilini 2008 Aspro Classic White (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentilini-2008-aspro-classic-white-cephalonia/,White Blend,2008,Gentilini 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an easygoing Chardonnay-based sparkling wine (made in the classic method in which secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle) with pristine aromas of mature fruit and a touch of freshly baked bread. The quality of the effervescence is steady, creamy and tonic.",Brut 25,26,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Berlucchi NV Brut 25 (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-berlucchi-nv-brut-25-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Fratelli Berlucchi 14.5,Red,Israel,"With 16 months in French oak, this is a big wine with big flavors. Fleshy black plum guts, black cherry, crushed African violet petals and a touch of tobacco appear in the bouquet, while cherry pit, pepper and cigar spice fill out the palate. Medium weight and lush in the mouth with solid tannins and acidity, this is a good choice now with strong meat dishes or a candidate to hold onto for a couple more years.",Reserve Kosher,25,89,Galilee,,,Recanati 2006 Reserve Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2006-reserve-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Recanati 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"This richly concentrated wine offers plenty to like: dried apricot aromas, ripe melon and orange marmalade flavors and plenty of sugar. But there's a slightly mushroomy edge to the aromas and flavors, and this slightly fungal note persists through the finish, giving rise to some worry about how this wine will develop in bottle.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese Goldkapsel,49,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2007 Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese Goldkapsel Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2007-trittenheimer-apotheke-auslese-goldkapsel-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Grans-Fassian 13,White,France,"A dash of Viognier in the blend gives aromatic lift to this Côtes du Rhône, which tastes like honeyed peaches over sun-warmed stones. It's full and broad without being overblown, but seems to be teetering on the edge, with signs of age starting to creep in. Drink up.",Saint-Esprit,13,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 2007 Saint-Esprit White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2007-saint-esprit-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Delas Frères 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A big, bold, robust wine, dominated by black berry fruits and a deep layer of spice and toast. It is very rich, the tannins showing some structure, with the acidity buried in sweet, ripe fruit.",Quinta da Gricha,75,89,Douro,,,Churchill's 2007 Quinta da Gricha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2007-quinta-gricha-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Churchill's ,White,US,"Oranges and tangerines are the dominant flavors of this lively, dry white wine. It's marked by brisk acidity, with a touch of creamy oak. A bit direct, but enjoyable nonetheless, it's a fine cocktail sipper, or to drink with little appetizers, especially smoked white fish.",,19,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2008 Muscat Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2008-muscat-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Muscat Blanc,2008,Navarro 13.5,Red,Spain,"Floral and sweet on the front side of the nose and more dark, grilled and coffee-like on the back end. The palate is more juicy and snappy than some, with no shortage of acidity. Tastes of live-wire cherry and plum, with a long, driving finish. Needs time to settle; drink in late 2010.",Crianza,30,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Vilano 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vilano-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Viña Vilano 13.5,White,Portugal,"Oily-textured wine, flavored with mango and peaches. It's so soft and unctuous that freshness seems to have been left behind. In its place is the ripest fruit giving an open texture and an opulent aftertaste.",Fitapreta Branco,15,89,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2008 Fitapreta Branco Antão Vaz (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2008-fitapreta-branco-portuguese-white-antao-vaz-alentejano/,Antão Vaz,2008,Fitapreta Vinhos ,Red,US,"Outside of a couple of Michigan wineries, Adelsheim may be the only domestic producer of this obscure white grape, a cross between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc. This aromatic, European-styled wine carries scents of pear and citrus, with crisp fruit flavors buoyed by a bracing minerality.",Ribbon Springs Vineyard Auxerrois,22,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Adelsheim 2008 Ribbon Springs Vineyard Auxerrois Pinot Auxerrois (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-ribbon-springs-vineyard-auxerrois-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Auxerrois,2008,Adelsheim 14.9,White,US,"ultrarich, maybe too much so for elegance, with powerful caramel and vanilla crème brûlée flavors overpowering the pineapples, peaches and green apples. Still, there's no denying the deliciousness. Crisp acidity fortunately provides balance.",Estate Bottled,48,89,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2007 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2007-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2007,Chalk Hill ,Red,France,"A ripe wine, the wood a band of flavor through the sweet tannins and attractive fresh fruits. It has the lightness of the year, leaving the flavors coming from the bright fruits.",,40,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos Labory 2007 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-labory-2007-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cos Labory ,Red,France,"Structured and firm, with tannins and some element of wood. There is sweetness here, flavors of licorice, blackberry juice and lively sweetness. The whole wine is dominated by delicious berry fruits.",,45,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2007 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2007-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Nenin ,Red,France,"A ripe, big solid wine, almost chunky in character, smooth and velvet in texture, without much in the way of tannins. Its attractive chocolate flavors give it ripeness and make it ready to drink.",,28,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Magdelaine ,Red,France,"Ripe, smooth chocolate flavors with a soft structure and plenty or ripe fruit. There is a streak of acidity, the tannins are dusty, but the wine is generally soft in character.",,21,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lalande-Borie 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lalande-borie-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lalande-Borie 14,Red,Spain,"Dark in color, with density, concentration, oak and black fruit aromas. The palate is meaty and rich, with a higher level of purity and character than the Valencia region has historically been known for. Satisfying, slightly complex and with good snap.",El Bon Homme,18,89,Levante,Valencia,,Bodegas Rafael Cambra 2008 El Bon Homme Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-rafael-cambra-2008-el-bon-homme-red-valencia/,Red Blend,2008,Bodegas Rafael Cambra ,Sparkling,US,"Half Pinot Meunier and half Pinot Noir, this bold and powerful sparkling rosé shows pretty cherry candy, yeasty earth, and a finishing hint of bitter chocolate. Bone-dry, with full-throttle flavors.",Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2007 Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2007-brut-rose-sparkling-wine-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Argyle 12.5,White,France,"Rich and round, this is a smooth, creamy wine, its fresh peach fruit flavors touched by lime acidity and sweet apples. There is an attractive light perfume from the Muscadelle in the blend.",,14,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Magneau 2007 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magneau-2007-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Magneau 13,Red,France,"A finely structured wine, the wood well integrated into elegant firm fruit tannins and spice. Red fruit flavors fit well with the dry element, giving a wine with depth of flavor. Worth aging for 2–3 years.",,19,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Liversan 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liversan-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Liversan ,Red,France,"For the vintage, this is a rich wine, which means it has concentration, solid fruit characters and hints of chocolate. It also has bright acidity that lifts the wine and gives it a lighter final character.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Latour-Martillac ,Red,US,"Westland is the second label of Methven Family Vineyards. This outstanding value opens with pretty scents of rose petals, cocoa, baking spices and toasted coconut. Tart cranberry fruit carries its herbal side lightly, and the balance throughout is just right.",,18,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westland 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westland-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Westland 14,White,Portugal,"Antão Vaz is the Chardonnay of Portugal, and this wine shows all the right creaminess and smooth, opulent texture. It has weight of course, but also enough freshness, peaches vying with lime, leaving good acidity.",Antão Vaz da Peceguina,27,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Antão Vaz da Peceguina Antão Vaz (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-antao-vaz-peceguina-portuguese-white-antao-vaz-alentejano/,Antão Vaz,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 14,Red,Portugal,"A wine that is layered with new wood that dominates the fruit. The tannins are all from this wood, freshly sawn, leaving the obviously fine fruit lagging behind. It needs at least three years to come into balance.",Quinta de Ventozelo Reserva,25,89,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2005 Quinta de Ventozelo Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2005-de-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2005,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Perfumed wine, deliciously aromatic but also structured. This is balanced, intently tannic. The fruit is equally important, the black currant juice and refreshing acidity a counterbalance to the tannins.",Syrah-Touriga Nacional,22,89,Ribatejano,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2006 Syrah-Touriga Nacional Red (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2006-syrah-touriga-nacional-red-ribatejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 12.5,White,Greece,"This refreshing, lively wine starts with a nose of citrus--grapefruit, lemon--and on the palate offers crisp but complex citrus flavors. Balanced and elegant, with a delicate touch. A great seafood sip.",Kallisto,20,89,Ilias,,,Mercouri Estate 2008 Kallisto White (Ilias),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercouri-estate-2008-kallisto-white-ilias/,White Blend,2008,Mercouri Estate 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Caradoc (a cross of Malbec and Grenache) and Tinto Roriz, this is a bold ripe wine that pushes its vivid berry fruits right up front along with some dark tannins. Black cherries and figs show well at the end, along with wood spice and acidity.",Alta Corte,9,89,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2006 Alta Corte Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2006-alta-corte-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2006,DFJ Vinhos ,Red,France,"With smoky aromas, sweet fruit and soft tannins, this is a wine that is developing well, but quickly. It offers juicy black berry fruits, rounded texture and bright finishing acidity.",,45,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Talbot 13,Red,France,"A wine that has some richness, with blackberry fruits and a fine balance with wood and fruit tannins. It has good structure, but the fruit also offers pleasure in 2–3 years.",,17,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Sénéjac 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-senejac-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Sénéjac 14,White,France,"This nicely made Crozes features plenty of heft, but also a sense of focus and freshness that gives it immediate appeal. Hints of honey and truffle add complexity to the citrus and melon flavors of this Marsanne-based effort. Drink now-2012.",,31,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 2007 Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-vincent-jaboulet-2007-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2007,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet ,White,US,"Silky and soft, this lovely, floral Gewurztraminer caresses you with scents of roses and geraniums (in a good way) and then smoothly continues with pretty, lightly spicy fruit.",Estate,16,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 Estate Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-estate-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,David Hill 14.1,White,US,"Made in a very oaky, Sonoma Coast style that emphasizes enormously ripe fruit and crisp acids. The green apple, pineapple tart and pear flavors are enriched with vanilla, buttered toast and butterscotch Lifesaver sour candy. Flamboyant and dramatic, but not an ager, so drink young.",Sangiacomo Vineyards,32,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tandem 2007 Sangiacomo Vineyards Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2007-sangiacomo-vineyards-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Tandem 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a light and tonic expression of Nebbiolo (in a specially designed curvy bottle) with pretty aromas of wild berries, moist earth and forest floor. The color is a light and luminous ruby and the mouthfeel is equally streamlined and fresh. Firm tannins and intense flavors of smoke and cedar build momentum on the palate.",,33,89,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 2004 Gattinara,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-2004-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2004,Travaglini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Subtle tones of chocolate and spice round off the nose of this bright Dolcetto. You'll also get fresh fruit notes of blueberry and raspberry at the back. The wine is rich, dense and slightly sweet at the very end.",Rùbis,,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Rocche Costamagna 2006 Rùbis (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2006-rubis-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Rocche Costamagna 14.5,White,US,"With a touch of oak for smoky vanilla, this Sauvignon Blanc offers great appeal. It's crisp in acidity, and while it's technically dry, has rich pastry flavors of pineapples, lemongrass, limes and kiwi fruits. One of the best values on the market.",,12,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Koehler 13.5,White,France,"Filled to the brim with bold upfront fruit--peaches and pears tinged with honey and truffle--the chief possible complaint is a certain lack of subtlety (who really needs it?). Fades a little quickly on the finish, but still represents good value. Drink now.",,19,89,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays du Gard,,Mas des Bressades 2008 Roussanne-Viognier (Vin de Pays du Gard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-bressades-2008-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-viognier-vin-pays-gard/,Roussanne-Viognier,2008,Mas des Bressades 13.5,Red,US,"Very rich in blackberries and cassis, with an herbal grounding of sage and tobacco and a dusting of freshly crushed black pepper. You'll find hard-edged tannins and some sharpness to the mouthfeel. A few years of aging are warranted, but this isn't a wine for the long haul. Decant if you drink it now.",,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mauritson 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mauritson 14.3,Red,US,"This Cab-based Bordeaux blend is very dense in fruit and also very Tannic with a capital T. Such is the astringency that it may never go away before the blackberry and black currant fruit drops out. Nonetheless it's dry and savory and, in its own Rockpiley way, classic. Drink with superrich barbecue, well-marbled grilled beef and such. Tasted twice.",Buck Pasture,50,89,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2006 Buck Pasture Red (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2006-buck-pasture-red-sonoma-rockpile/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Mauritson 14.2,Red,US,"The fine vineyard expresses itself in the ripe flavors and textural balance of this Pinot Noir. It shows flavors of baked cherries, red currants and cola, with smoky pie crust notes from oak. A bit tight and aloof, so give it a good decant. Now–2012.",Amber Ridge Vineyard,40,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonnet 2007 Amber Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonnet-2007-amber-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sonnet 14,Red,Italy,"Aromas here are not very intense but include cherry liqueur, forest floor, white licorice and crushed pepper. Bright acidity and sour berry flavors appear on the close followed by firm but polished tannins.",Bricco San Giuliano,32,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pasquale Pelissero 2006 Bricco San Giuliano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasquale-pelissero-2006-bricco-san-giuliano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pasquale Pelissero 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tight, polished and bright, this expression of Nebbiolo (with 10% Vespolina) would pair with game meat, pork ribs or succulent lamb chops. Aromas include cherry cola, mesquite and balsam notes of chopped herbs and mint. The mouthfeel is surprisingly soft and supple.",,32,89,Piedmont,Ghemme,,Torraccia del Piantavigna 2004 Ghemme,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torraccia-piantavigna-2004-nebbiolo-ghemme/,Nebbiolo,2004,Torraccia del Piantavigna 13.5,White,France,"Starts off scents with toasted hazelnut that give it an almost white Burgundy-like bouquet, then adds crisp, linear notes of citrus. Firmly structured and fresh, this is worth holding a few years to see how it develops.",Domaine Mule Blanche,39,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Domaine Mule Blanche White (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-domaine-mule-blanche-white-crozes-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.9,Red,US,"Very rich, fruity and feminine, a fleshy, somewhat soft Cab for drinking now. Offers ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, plums, cola and cedar, with firm tannins and a dry, spicy finish.",The Sisters,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jones Family 2006 The Sisters Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-family-2006-sisters-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jones Family 13.5,Red,Spain,"An earthy, bulky wine with aromas of saddle leather, crushed spice and raisin. The palate is snappier than the bouquet, as blackberry and plum fruit show accents of dill, herbs, leather and soy sauce. A legitimate, muscular Rioja made in the so-called modern style. Drink now through 2014.",Jarrarte,33,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Abel Mendoza 2005 Jarrarte (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abel-mendoza-2005-jarrarte-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Abel Mendoza 13.5,White,France,"Almost as good as the '07, Guigal pared down the production of this wine by one-third to maintain its quality level. Pear and melon flavors are buttressed by weight and richness while still retaining freshness and a touch of spice on the finish.",,14,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 2008 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2008-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,E. Guigal 13,White,France,"There's no new oak used for this wine, but the wine still shows a slightly smoky tinge to its aromas, while the flavors of honey, almond and tangerine are bold and expansive. Finishes long, with a minerally edge.",,65,89,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,E. Guigal 2006 White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2006-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,E. Guigal ,Red,France,"A wine that has richness, with acidity, layers of spice and black currant fruit flavors. The dominant cassis gives elegance, and already a forward balance of fruit and wood.",Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux,70,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2007 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2007-pavillon-rouge-chateau-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"A concentrated wine, relying on its generous black currant juice fruit rather than the more reticent tannins. The wine is dominated by Cabernet juiciness, a burst of fruit in the glass.",,42,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Clerc Milon ,Red,France,"While it is not a powerful wine, it is elegant, balanced, with density of flavor and tannns, freshened by fruit acidity and red cherry and black currant fruits. Like many wines from 2007, this is for the medium term, and can even be drunk now.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Carbonnieux 14,Red,France,"Unlike many '05 Rhônes, this is made in a soft, silky, approachable style, marrying brandied cherries with cinnamon and clove and supple tannins. Shows a touch of warmth on the finish. Drink now-2018.",,,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Font de Michelle 2005 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-font-michelle-2005-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Font de Michelle 13,Red,France,"This is a concentrated, balanced, sweetly juicy wine, benefiting from wood and ripe black fig and plum flavors. It has fine ripe tannins that support the freshly juicy fruits. Ready to drink, but will age over 2–3 years.",,22,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château La Cardonne 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-cardonne-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château La Cardonne 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Initially, this is a fruit-dominated wine, with a cherries-in-syrup flavor. Only gradually do the tannins and the stalky but rich texture come in to suggest aging potential. The wine finishes with the fresh edge typical of 2007.",Conceito Vintage,61,89,Port,,,Conceito Vinhos 2007 Conceito Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Conceito Vinhos ,Red,France,"There is a good core of tannin here, the fruit sweet plums and ripe tannins, relatively soft and easy. Only that kernel of tannin offers some aging possibility.",,60,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Clos Fourtet 13,Red,France,"A bit stern and tannic, but this tightly wound mix of black olives and espresso should come around by 2012 or shortly thereafter. It's chewy in texture, but finishes with decent fruit, so give it the benefit of the doubt.",Sainte-Épine,54,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 2006 Sainte-Épine (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2006-sainte-epine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2006,Delas Frères 14.5,Red,Italy,"The nose opens with wild berries and a touch of sour apple, followed by spice and distant shadings of mesquite smoke. Tight tannins give the wine a solid backbone and bright acidity keeps the palate refreshed.",Rio Sordo,45,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Bruciata 2006 Rio Sordo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2006-rio-sordo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Bruciata 14.7,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet that shows the promise of this Lake County appellation. Coming off the very good 2006, it shows the same dry balance, but is richer, offering graceful flavors of black currants, anise and herbs. It's quite a tannic wine that needs a rich steak to balance it.",Obsidian Ridge Vineyard,28,90,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Obsidian Ridge 2007 Obsidian Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-ridge-2007-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Obsidian Ridge 13.5,Red,Australia,"A lovely bottle-matured red, with earthy scents of cola and tree bark accented by hints of dark fruit and brightened by hints of cranberry or pomegranate. Tannins are wonderfully silky, and the alcohol is in perfect balance. Drink this medium-bodied blend of 60% Mourvèdre and 40% Shiraz over the next 4–5 years.",Vincenzo O.V. Mourvedrè Shiraz,30,90,Victoria,Central Victoria,,Silver Wings 2004 Vincenzo O.V. Mourvedrè Shiraz Red (Central Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-wings-2004-vincenzo-ov-mourvedre-shiraz-red-central/,Red Blend,2004,Silver Wings 13,Red,Portugal,"A lean, cool, initially austere wine, well balanced with red berry fruits and a poised elegant structure. The acidity gives great freshness to go with the structure, making a great food wine.",,36,90,Beiras,,,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 2007 Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-foz-arouce-2007-red-beiras/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 13.8,Red,US,"This is the most attractive and successful of the winery's three releases of 2007 Pinot Noir. It's dry and crisp in acidity and very rich, with oak-inspired waves of cherries, cola, mushu plum sauce and smoky sandalwood. Drink this elegant wine in the next year or two.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Carneros 13.5,White,France,"On the toasty, oaky side, but with just enough citrus and melon fruit to support it, this is a creamy, lush rendition of Saint-Péray that does a nice job integrating the oak into the body of the wine. The final impression is one of harmony and elegance. Drink now-2012.",Cuvée Prestige,40,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Domaine du Tunnel 2007 Cuvée Prestige Marsanne-Roussanne (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tunnel-2007-cuvee-prestige-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-saint-peray/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2007,Domaine du Tunnel 13.5,White,France,"Guigal is now making 40-45% of the entire Condrieu appellation, making the quality of this cuvée quite an achievement. Floral notes lead off, followed by hints of peach, apricot and honey, and the wine walks the requisite balance between round lushness and peppery, minerally spice. Drink now-2012.",,55,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,E. Guigal 2007 Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2007,E. Guigal ,Red,France,"Impressively ripe fruit, with smoky flavors from wood, the texture sweet and fleshy. The wine has juicy berry flavors, with the freshest acidity, livened with spice from the fruit and the oak aging. Worth aging for 5–10 years.",,55,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Saint-Pierre 2007 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2007-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Saint-Pierre ,Red,France,"Big, rounded wine that brings together ripe fruits and taut tannins. It is solid, chunky, spiced and balanced. Black fruits finish an impressive wine for the vintage.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Prieuré-Lichine ,Red,France,"While initially the fruit seems tight and stalky, there is also a rich layer of spice, black currant and balanced wood flavors. Acidity is prominent, but it fits well into the fruit. For medium-term aging.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"There is a high level of wood here, but that is sustained by the weight of the black fruits and the rich tannins. The wood gives a vanilla character that will disappear in a year or two, leaving a solid wine that is dominated by ripe, sweet Merlot.",,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lascombes ,Red,France,"A structured wine, with generous ripe and rich fruits, spice and tannins. It has elegance, but also good concentrated bitter chocolate, black berry juice and final refreshing acidity.",Croix de Beaucaillou,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2007 Croix de Beaucaillou (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2007-croix-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 15.3,Red,US,"Massively rich in fruit, this Pinot floods the palate with jammy flavors of cherries, raspberries and cola, accentuated with the sweet vanilla and caramel of oak. It's a delicious, opulent wine that calls for dramatic food pairings. A grilled steak with a rich wine-based gravy would be perfect.",Clone 23,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Clone 23 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-clone-23-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cambria 14.5,Red,Spain,"Deep and masculine, with full-force fruit from start to finish. The palate is wide, tannic and grabby, while the flavors of floral raspberry and blackberry are deepened by mild char and chocolate notes. Rich, creamy, oaky and a little brandied on the finish. Mencía from Valdeorras taken to a modern, extracted plane.",,75,90,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Avanthia 2007 Mencía (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanthia-2007-spanish-red-mencia-valdeorras/,Mencía,2007,Avanthia 13.5,Red,US,"A very nice Cab, on a par with last year's very fine one and quite as good as the 2002. It's dry and rich in black and red cherries, red currants, cola and chocolate, with firm, velvety tannins. Beautiful now and for a few more years.",,26,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Justin ,Red,US,"The Ana vineyard dates back to 1976, though this wine includes fruit from newer Dijon clone plantings. Aromatic and herbal, it's annotated with briar, sassafras and rosemary. The middle thins out a bit, but the flavors continue into an extended, subtle finish.",Ana,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winderlea 2007 Ana Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winderlea-2007-ana-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Winderlea 14,White,France,"The blended white from Beaucastel is every bit as enjoyable right now as the more expensive Vieilles Vignes bottling, offering more generous notes of honeyed oranges, a rich, weighty mouthfeel and a long, harmonious finish. Drink now.",,105,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Beaucastel 2006 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-2006-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,Château de Beaucastel 13,Red,France,"Powered by wood and tight fruits, this is a wine with some potential. The tannins are solid, foursquare, but the fruit is ready to fill out the structure with sweetness and perfume. There is a final rich, juicy black currant character.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Caronne Ste Gemme 2007 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caronne-ste-gemme-2007-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Caronne Ste Gemme ,Red,France,"An intense and concentrated wine that succeeds well. It has plenty of freshness, but also sufficient firm tannins to offer aging potential. Wood is prominent, but not dominant, finishing with the freshest of berry fruits.",,35,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Batailley 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-batailley-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Batailley 13,Red,France,"A tight wine, the tannins almost too much for the fresh but lightweight fruits. The wood element is poised to soften the edges of the acidity and black currant fruits, but it needs another six months. The aftertaste is dominated by soft Merlot.",,26,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Grivière 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-griviere-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Grivière 14.5,Red,US,"A good Cabernet, but outclassed in a flight by its more concentrated and attractive competitors. Taste too fruity, in a jammy sense, and over-oaked, showing lots of upfront vanilla extract and buttered toast. Could well develop bottle character after 2012, but it's a dice throw.",,50,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Lieff 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieff-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Lieff 14.4,White,US,"Good and rich, but tastes too oaky, with the pineapple, nectarine and peach flavors swamped by vanilla, caramel and butterscotch. Other than that, there's a fine, crisp minerality to the finish.",Jenkins Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fleming Jenkins 2008 Jenkins Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2008-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Fleming Jenkins 13.5,White,Italy,"Fresh floral and peach-like aromas emerge from the nose of this pristine expression of Pinot Grigio from sunny Sicily. You'll get aromas of chopped herb, lemon and yellow rose. The mouthfeel is zesty and bright. Highly recommended at this low price.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2008 Pinot Grigio (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sicilia/,Pinot Grigio,2008,MandraRossa 14.5,Red,US,"A bit tough, with acidity and tannins giving a gritty mouthfeel to the black cherry, cola and cedar flavors. It's a good, dry wine, but not an ager, so drink now–2010.",Garey Vineyard Signature Selection,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bianchi 2006 Garey Vineyard Signature Selection Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2006-garey-vineyard-signature-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Bianchi 13.5,White,France,"Comes across as slightly tarry and rubbery, which distracts from the otherwise crisp citrus and melon flavors. Still, it's a pleasant, medium-bodied quaff.",Cuvée Prestige de Campuget,15,85,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Campuget 2008 Cuvée Prestige de Campuget Viognier (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-campuget-2008-cuvee-prestige-de-viognier-costieres-nimes/,Viognier,2008,Château de Campuget 15.4,Red,US,"Pinot maestro Longoria continues to try his hand at Bordeaux blends despite the uphill challenge. This '07 is a Cab Franc-based bottling. It's uneven, with cherry pie filling flavors, edgy tannins and unintegrated sweet, caramelized oak. There's even a bit of heat from high alcohol. Ready now.",Evidence,38,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2007 Evidence Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2007-evidence-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Longoria ,Red,France,"Very fresh, with well-judged wood and very juicy fruit, a wine that is almost shocking in its youthful acidity. It bursts in the mouth, fruit and bright.",,23,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Fonbel 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fonbel-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Fonbel 12,White,Italy,"Here's a pretty Pinot Grigio with broad aromas of peach, melon, cut grass and Golden Delicious apple. The wine boasts a luminous, light color and offers drying chalky tones and bright acidity in the mouth.",,16,85,Veneto,Piave,,Moletto 2008 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Moletto ,Red,US,"With alcohol reaching 14.6%, this reserve bottling is quite ripe—some might say too ripe—with fruit tasting of raisins and prunes. There's plenty of oak, a hint of smoke, and heat in the finish.",Reserve,30,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,David Hill 2007 Reserve Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2007-reserve-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2007,David Hill 12.5,White,Spain,"Vanilla and a lot of oak blend with baked apple on the nose, while the palate is grabby and resiny, with drawn, oak-heavy flavors of baked apple and vanilla. For a winery that rarely misses with its red wines, this is one that's o.k. but probably not worth the money.",Organza,28,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Organza White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-organza-white-rioja/,White Blend,2007,Sierra Cantabria 13,White,Greece,"Fresh lemon and lime and a spray of minerals and sea salt gives this wine a slightly lean, austere character. Clean and bright and not overly complicated, it will pair well with shellfish and grilled seafood.",Estate,32,84,Santorini,,,Argyros 2007 Estate Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyros-2007-estate-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2007,Argyros 13,White,Greece,"This wine balances fresh fruit, citrus and tropical fruit with a crisp minerality. The wine offers freshness as well as spiciness and a touch of curve. Pair with sautéed fish, salads.",Katerina,20,84,Santorini,,,Agros 2008 Katerina Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agros-2008-katerina-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2008,Agros 13,Red,Spain,"Begins with a sweet marshmallow creaminess on the nose, which is followed by a firm, tanninc palate with snappy cherry and raspberry flavors. Clean and easy to understand, but in the end it's a very regular wine.",Tinto,13,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago del Vostal 2008 Tinto (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-vostal-2008-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Pago del Vostal 14.5,Red,US,"This dry and brittle wine isn't offering much relief now to the tough tannins and minty, herbal flavors. It tastes like a blackberry lozange, with lots of acidity throughout. Ready now.",Lumiere Du Fleur,58,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Millésimé 2006 Lumiere Du Fleur Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2006-lumiere-fleur-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Millésimé 14.5,Red,US,"Clean and dry, but unbalanced, with raisin skin tannins that make the wine feel harsh and astringent. The addition of Viognier to the Syrah adds citrusy acids to the black currants. Needs greater richness.",Le Reflexion,55,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Millésimé 2006 Le Reflexion Syrah-Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2006-le-reflexion-shiraz-syrah-syrah-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah-Viognier,2006,Millésimé 13.5,Red,Spain,"Years ago Rívola was one of Spain's standout value wines; but over time it has devolved. This version is mulchy and muddled, with heavy roasted fruit and red pepper aromas. The palate is grabby, rubbery and roasted, and raisiny notes work their way onto the flavor profile and finish.",Rívola,17,83,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2006 Rívola Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2006-rivola-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,2006,Abadia Retuerta 13,White,Greece,"Spice, citrus and minerals typify the nose and palate of this fun white. Soft in style and easy drinking, it will pair well with salads, fruit and seafood.",Mountain Slopes,18,83,Greece,,,Emery 2008 Mountain Slopes Athiri (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emery-2008-mountain-slopes-greek-white-athiri/,Athiri,2008,Emery 15.7,Red,US,"Lots to like about this wine, from the Sonoma side of Spring Mountain. Shows firm, fine tannins and well-developed blackberry and cherry flavors. But there's a disturbingly hot, sweet quality, the result of excessive alcohol, and also a sweaty, animal taste that possibly comes from brettanomyces spoilage.",,75,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hidden Ridge 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-ridge-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Hidden Ridge 13,Rose,Italy,"The color of this vibrant Sicilian rosé (made with Nero d'Avola) is a deep pink raspberry and the wine's bouquet offers tones of cranberry, mature forest berry and blueberry skin. There's crisp spice in the mouth, but there's also a pungent sour note at the end.",Rosé,12,83,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2008 Rosé Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2008-rose-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Feudo Montoni 14.7,Red,US,"Feels rustic in the rough but ready tannins and slightly sweet, jammy cherry and cola flavors that are accented with smoky sandalwood. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",Estate,39,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2007 Estate Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2007-estate-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Coquelicot 13.5,Red,US,"Very dry, tannic and full-bodied, with somewhat underripe tobacco, pepper and herb flavors behind the blackberries. More like a minor Zinfandel than a Syrah. The toughness and grittiness need softening meats and cheeses for balance.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2008 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2008,Cycles Gladiator 14.6,Red,US,"Despite flavors of cherries, raspberries, citrus fruits and mint, this blend feels dull and somewhat vegetal. Mainly Sangiovese, with splashes of Syrah, Zin, Petite Sirah and Viognier.",Pazzo,32,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 2007 Pazzo Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-2007-pazzo-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Bacio Divino 14.5,Red,Spain,"Raisiny and baked on the nose, with a syrupy consistency to the palate. Along the way there's stewed fruit, baked blackberry pie notes and overt sweetness. Candied, ultrarich and tilting toward molasses on the finish.",Gravedad,13,83,Northern Spain,Toro,,Casto Pequeño 2006 Gravedad (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casto-pequeno-2006-gravedad-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Casto Pequeño ,Red,US,"Extracted in jammy blackberry-cherry fruit, with a heavy plaster of sweetly caramelized oak, this Cabernet is a bit heavy-handed. Ready now.",,40,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Snowden 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snowden-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Snowden 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with generic berry aromas and a slight candied, gaseous undercurrent. The palate is modest and lean, with decent raspberry flavors and not a whole lot of follow through. Basic and a bit rubbery.",Tinto,14,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Vilano 2008 Tinto (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vilano-2008-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña Vilano 15.2,Red,US,"Soft, simple and rather sweet, like a chewy candy bar of cherries, currants, cocoa and crunchy granola. High alcohol makes it a little hot and unbalanced, but it will stand up well beside a fabulous cheeseburger.",Old Vine,26,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Villa Toscano 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2006-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2006,Villa Toscano 14,Red,US,"Too oaky, with vanilla and caramel aromas and flavors the main thing, and fruit only secondary. If you try hard you'll find blackberries and kirsch. On the plus side, the wine is fully dry, with lovely Napa tannins.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Twenty Bench 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twenty-bench-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Twenty Bench 12,Red,Italy,Here's an easy Cabernet Franc/Cabernet Sauvignon with light concentration and lean consistency. This organic wine offers fresh aromas of black fruit and exotic spice and tastes tonic and acidic on the palate. Pair it with creamy pasta dishes.,,13,84,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2007 Cabernet (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-piave/,Cabernet,2007,Pizzolato ,White,US,"Despite oak-infused pineapple and mango flavors this Chardonnay is a bit brittle and tart, with an acidic sharpness all the way through. Drink up.",Reserve,32,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Sunstone 14.5,Red,US,"A rough, common Pinot Noir. It's all right for drinking now, with pleasant cherry, berry, cola and cedar flavors that have an edge of overripe raisins.",Founders Reserve,85,84,California,California Other,California,Sunstone 2006 Founders Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-founders-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2006,Sunstone ,Red,US,"This dry, soft wine has slightly herbal flavors of sage that ground the ripe blackberries and cherries. It's a pleasant wine, although it's rather rustic and calls for everyday fare.",Diamond Dust Vineyard,20,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trig Point 2007 Diamond Dust Vineyard Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trig-point-2007-diamond-dust-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2007,Trig Point 14.5,Red,US,"Too green and acidic for pleasure, with mint dominating the rather modest cherries and red currants. Sleek and elegant in the mouth, but the absence of richness hurts the score.",Rodgers Creek,42,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Picket Fence 2007 Rodgers Creek Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picket-fence-2007-rodgers-creek-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Picket Fence 15.4,Red,US,"This young, fresh, fruity Zin tastes like raspberry and cherry jam and bubblegum. It's an effusively easy wine, and very dry and soft. Okay with everyday fare like ham or a juicy cheeseburger.",Liar's Dice,21,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2007 Liar's Dice Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2007-liars-dice-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Murphy-Goode 14.6,Red,US,"At four-plus years, this is a harsh wine, tough in tannins and over-oaked. You'll find blackberry, cherry, currant and herb flavors and a dry, hard finish. Okay for everyday fare, but pricey for what you get.",All In Claret,45,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2005 All In Claret Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2005-all-in-claret-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Murphy-Goode 13,White,Spain,"Pithy, heavy and chunky, with waxy fruit mixed with oak. The wine has a pretty good mouthfeel and balance, but it just doesn't do much in terms of aromatics or in the flavor category. Decent for a barrel fermented Viura but nothing to write home about.",Barrel Fermented White,12,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2007 Barrel Fermented White White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2007-barrel-fermented-white-rioja/,White Blend,2007,Marqués de Cáceres 14.6,Red,US,"A disappointing wine. Tastes frankly unripe, with a vegetal undertow to the blackberries and cherries. The thinness of fruit accentuates the alcohol which, although only 14.6%, comes through as hot. The grapes came from the cool Coombsville area, and the wine is 100% Cabernet.",,225,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Meteor 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meteor-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Meteor 13,White,France,"Sauvignon Blanc from the Rhône? Why not? This wine features an intriguing blend of ripe, honeyed fruit with grassy, peppery, underripe qualities. Lean and minerally, with a fast-fading finish.",,10,84,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays des Cévennes,,Domaine de Gournier 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Cévennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gournier-2008-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cevennes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Domaine de Gournier 14.5,Red,Greece,"Cinnamon, vanilla, coffee and red berries on the nose are followed by flavors of pepper, cinnamon and forest berries in this plucky Syrah. Spicy with a spin of tart fruit, the wine nevertheless has a full-bodied feel.",,34,84,Cephalonia,,,Gentilini 2007 Syrah (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentilini-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cephalonia/,Syrah,2007,Gentilini 15.1,Red,US,"Here's a soft, fruity Syrah that brings to mind drinking with a ham sandwich slathered with mayo. The gentle texture frames succulent flavors of cherries, red currants, cola and salty crackers.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eagle Castle 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-castle-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Eagle Castle 13,Red,France,"A wine that is lean and angular, austere, the fruit dominated by very dry tannins. It misses weight with the licorice, meaty flavors and a hard-edged structure.",,26,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Ramafort 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramafort-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Ramafort 14.6,White,US,"Dry and acidic, with a mineral undertow to the citrus fruits. There's also a strong note of pyrazine that may turn people off.",Estate,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2007 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2007-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Coquelicot 12,White,Portugal,"A soft and creamy wine, freshened with a little citrus. It has only light acidity, the main focus being pear and red apple flavors. It rolls easily around the palate, finishing freshly. Screwcap.",Coreto Branco,6,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Coreto Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-coreto-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14.9,Red,US,"All fruit and little structure. Blasts the palate with blackberries, cherries, chocolate, currant, vanilla and pastry flavors that are functionally sweet. Acidity is soft, emphasizing the glyceriney sweetness.",BDX Estate Grown,35,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2005 BDX Estate Grown Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2005-bdx-estate-grown-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Clautiere 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend with a little Syrah is easy and fruity. It has jammy, sugary flavors of raspberries, cherries, mint candy and vanilla.",Bank,24,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Cimarone 2008 Bank Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2008-bank-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Cimarone 13.5,Red,Spain,"Wild, foxy and full of young, bursting berry fruit. There's nothing tamed or refined or special about this youthful Tempranillo. The flavors of plum and berries are intense, bright, grabby and modest in what they deliver. Consistent wine from year to year.",,6,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Campos Reales 2008 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campos-reales-2008-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2008,Campos Reales 15.7,Red,US,"The heat from high alcohol combines with Zinfandel's natural pepperiness to produce a hot, high decibel mouthfeel. If you can get past that, you'll find rich flavors of berries, currants and cocoa.",Forchini Vineyards Old Vine,30,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wine Guerrilla 2008 Forchini Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-guerrilla-2008-forchini-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wine Guerrilla 12.5,White,Italy,"The wine opens with a strong mineral tone that recalls crushed white stone and slate. You'll also get drying aromas of mint, herb and white pepper with floral nuances in the back. It tastes crisp, clean and tonic.",,,84,Veneto,Lison-Pramaggiore,,Bosco del Merlo 2008 Pinot Grigio (Lison-Pramaggiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-merlo-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-lison-pramaggiore/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Bosco del Merlo 14.7,Red,US,"Dry and fiercely tannic, this Petite Sirah's rustic nature shows in the astringency and uneven ripeness of flavors. Shows a spectrum of blackberries, raisins and wintergreen. Drink now.",Plummer Vineyard,26,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2006 Plummer Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2006-plummer-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2006,Bianchi 12.5,Red,Spain,"Briar and rhubarb aromas suggest stemminess, but the palate is fairly clean and clear, with tight, rubbery tannins supporting red fruit flavors of cherry and plum. Short, rubbery and unexceptional, but good enough despite a whiff of green that's probably due to the Cabernet in the wine.",Rojo,9,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Basico 2008 Rojo Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basico-2008-rojo-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-mancha/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Basico 13,Red,Spain,"Starts with earthy burnt aromas, but in short time cassis and berry aromas rise to the surface. Fresh and tangy feeling, with spunky red fruit and tomato flavors. Finishes a little saucy, with more tomato and an herbal aftertaste.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2006 Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2006-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2006,Penascal 13.6,Red,US,"Shows the many difficulties of getting this finicky variety right. The wine is tough and gritty in tannins and scoury acids, with some unripe cherry, mint and sage flavors. But it's very dry and the alcohol is moderate.",,15,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2007 Tempranillo (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2007-tempranillo-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Tempranillo,2007,Matchbook 12,Red,Italy,"Here's a strange bouquet with elements that recall dried wax, pressed wild flowers and blueberry. It's a pure expression of Merlot from organically grown grapes with an easy, no-fuss mouthfeel and a touch of piquant spice on the close.",,13,84,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2007 Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2007-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2007,Pizzolato 13.2,Red,US,"Dry and clean, but this Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend shows a surprising sharpness and hardness for a wine from this vintage, at this age. The black currant flavors are buried by tannic astringency. Doesn't seem likely to age.",,48,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kings Mountain 2005 Meritage (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-mountain-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Meritage,2005,Kings Mountain 13.8,Red,US,"Very ripe and extracted, with red and black currant, carob and licorice flavors veering into raisins. But it finishes dry and clean.",Rollicking Red,12,84,California,California Other,California,Horse Play 2007 Rollicking Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-play-2007-rollicking-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Horse Play 13,White,France,"A medium-bodied blend of Grenache Blanc, Bourboulenc, Ugni Blanc and Roussanne, this simple white from the Perrin family of Beaucastel offers fruity notes of melon and citrus that finish crisp and clean.",,9,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,La Vieille Ferme 2008 White (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2008-white-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,La Vieille Ferme 15.1,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet tastes way too oaky. Vanilla cream and caramel dominate the blackberries and black currants, giving it a woody sweetness. The question is, will it age out? The classic answer is that a wine that tastes unbalanced when young most likely always will.",Kenefick Ranch,65,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quivet Cellars 2007 Kenefick Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivet-cellars-2007-kenefick-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Quivet Cellars ,Red,US,"For some tasters, this will seem a bit earthy; for others there is a note of animal. The fruit is thin, the finish chalky and astringent.",Estate,20,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee Wine Cellars 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-wine-cellars-2007-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tyee Wine Cellars 12,White,Italy,"Here's an informal Pinot Grigio made with organic fruit that would work well at outdoor lunches or picnics. The wine is redolent of sweet citrus and chopped mint, and there is a distinctive mineral note at the end. This is an easy, no-fuss Italian white.",,11,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Tiamo 2008 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiamo-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Tiamo 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Easy and informal, this Bardolino (a blend of Corvina, Rondinella, Sangiovese and Molinara) offers fresh aromas of cherry, blueberry and some delicate wildflower. You could pair it with pasta or easy meat dishes thanks to the crisp acidity and no-fuss approach.",Chiaretto,13,84,Veneto,Bardolino,,Monte del Frà 2007 Chiaretto Rosé (Bardolino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2007-chiaretto-rose-bardolino/,Rosé,2007,Monte del Frà 14.4,Red,US,"Sharp, green acids and tannins mar what is otherwise a fine Bordeaux blend. The blackberry and cherry flavors, which are well-oaked, have a tough, minty edge that detracts. Drink now.",Bleu Saphir,58,84,California,California Other,California,Millésimé 2006 Bleu Saphir Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2006-bleu-saphir-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Millésimé 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry, very tannic and austere, this southern Rhône-style blend isn't offering much now beyond the astringency. Airing coaxes out some modest cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and leather flavors, but it will always remain a tough, harsh wine.",Rapsodie Du Soleil,45,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 2006 Rapsodie Du Soleil Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-rapsodie-soleil-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Sunstone 14.5,Red,US,"Sound and dry, if a bit thin, with fleeting flavors of berries and cherries, accented with oak. It's good in every way, but needs greater concentration of fruit.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Courtney Benham 12.5,Red,Italy,"This bottle has much of the history of Italian winemaking inside. You remember the hay-wrapped flasks at the local trattoria? This is a modern interpretation with simple aromas of cherry, wild berry and wet earth. It would pair beautifully with pizza or pasta thanks to the fresh acidity and lean mouthfeel.",,10,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Ruffino 2008 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2008-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Ruffino 13.5,Red,Greece,"Dark chocolate, cassis, violets and red berry start this red from Greece. On the palate, like flavors with a touch of bitter cocoa and smoke are earthy and exotic. Pair with grilled meats and hearty stews.",Kanenas Maronia Vineyards,22,84,Ismarikos,,,Tsantali 2006 Kanenas Maronia Vineyards Red (Ismarikos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2006-kanenas-maronia-red-ismarikos/,Red Blend,2006,Tsantali ,Red,US,"Aromas hint at unusual scents such as rubber and fowl, but in the mouth it's a straightforward, rather herbal Pinot Noir, with light and quickly fading strawberry and cherry fruit flavors.",Reserve,28,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Silvan Ridge ,Red,US,"Somewhat bitter and ragged in mouthfeel, with a raisinskin sharpness that interferes with the pleasure of the dry, rich blackberries and chocolate. Turns raisiny on the finish, and at its best now.",Bon Vivant,42,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2005 Bon Vivant Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2005-bon-vivant-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hunt Cellars 13,Red,Greece,"This refreshing red starts with aromas of allspice, clove, mint and red berries, followed by flavors of tobacco, clove and cherry on the palate. A wine with some elbows, it could age for 3-5 more years. Pair with grilled meats.",Argilos,14,84,Nemea,,,Harlaftis 2007 Argilos Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlaftis-2007-argilos-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2007,Harlaftis 14.5,Red,US,"A bit raisiny, with some bitter raisinskin tannins, but despite some unevenness, it's a dry red wine suitable for everyday purposes. Offers full-bodied flavors of blackberries, currants and cola.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Maddalena 13,White,Italy,This vintage of Feudo Montoni's Sicilian Sauvignon Blanc delivers sharp notes of almond and exotic fruit. There's also a slightly burnt quality to the nose that makes it hard to identify all the fruit nuances.,S,12,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2008 S Sauvignon Blanc (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2008-s-sauvignon-blanc-sicilia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Feudo Montoni ,Red,US,"First taste was excellent, as the wine entered the mouth with round, ripe red fruit and a hint of spice. But it has something off in the finish, and as it sits in the mouth it loses its freshness and leaves a rather sour, gluey impression.",,20,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Duck Pond 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Duck Pond 12,White,Spain,"Opens with decent dusty apple and peach aromas, but they don't really hold together for long. And the palate is similar in that it offers adequate opening flavors of green apple and citrus but no improvement after that. Drink right away; it won't age well.",Blanco,9,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Basico 2008 Blanco Sauvignon Blanc (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basico-2008-blanco-sauvignon-blanc-mancha/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Basico 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Dolcetto offers a thick nose rich with warm tones of leather, pipe tobacco, dark chocolate and mature blueberry. There's a tiny element of horse or wet animal but it doesn't distract too badly from the overall picture.",,15,84,Piedmont,Langhe,,Anna Maria Abbona 2007 Dolcetto (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-maria-abbona-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-langhe/,Dolcetto,2007,Anna Maria Abbona 13,White,US,"The thing to know about this wine is it's a little sweet and also a little soft. The flavors are lovely, suggesting apricots, peaches, Meyer lemons and honeysuckle flowers.",,11,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2008 Chenin Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2008-chenin-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Husch 13,Red,France,"Light-bodied wine, with fresh spice and stalky tannins. There is bright black currant acidity, giving an edge to the wood perfumes.",,12,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Fontenille 2007 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2007-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Fontenille 13.5,Red,US,"A little green, with a minty sharpness to the modest cherry-berry flavors. But it's dry and sound, and a pretty good everyday sipper at this price.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castle Rock 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with black cherry, baked plum and other heavy, semiroasted aromas. The palate is chunky but weak on definition and structure, while the flavors are limited to dry red-apple skins and bland red fruit. Acidic as well, which leads to a washed-out finish.",Dama de Toro Crianza,15,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2004 Dama de Toro Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2004-dama-toro-crianza-red-toro/,Red Blend,2004,Bodegas Fariña 13.6,Red,US,"Still very tannic and heavy at the age of more than five years. It's quite soft in acids, which accentuates the heaviness, and the cherry, herb and tobacco flavors lead to an astringent finish. Not going anywhere.",Owl Hill Vineyard Estate Bottled,22,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 2004 Owl Hill Vineyard Estate Bottled Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2004-owl-hill-vineyard-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2004,Frick 13,White,Spain,"Pure and driving, but also acidic and woody in aromas and flavors. Can't say that this barrel fermented Viura-based white is Muga's best wine. It's crisp with green apple and pineapple, but also a little sour and simple. With 10% Malvasia.",Barrel Fermented,16,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2008 Barrel Fermented Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2008-barrel-fermented-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2008,Muga 13,White,France,"Hints at underripe peach on the nose, then follows up with flavors of peach, pineapple and a hint of white chocolate. It's medium in body, with a relatively compact but clean finish.",Réserve,13,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Perrin & Fils 2008 Réserve White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2008-reserve-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Perrin & Fils 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a vigorously tannic, dry and rasping red wine. It has briary, somewhat raisiny flavors of blackberries and currants. The tannins hit bigtime on the finish, making it astringent. Doesn't seem likely to age.",,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opaque 2006 Petit Verdot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opaque-2006-petit-verdot-petite-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petit Verdot,2006,Opaque 14,White,France,"This blend of five different grape varieties yields by its very nature nonspecific fruit character, but it is ripe and round, honeyed and spicy on the finish. Drink now.",Heritages,12,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ogier 2007 Heritages White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ogier-2007-heritages-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Ogier 11.5,Rose,Portugal,"A lively, crisp wine, packed with bright raspberries, red cherries and acidity. It has a touch of caramel, but no more. The freshness is much more important. Screwcap.",Coreto,6,84,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Coreto Rosé (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-coreto-rose-estremadura/,Rosé,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14.8,Red,US,"Too ripe and obvious in fruit, with raisin, currant and black cherry jam flavors, accented with smoky, caramelized oak. Good and rich, but lacks subtlety. Drink now.",Estate,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-paso-robles-109877/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Clautiere 16.1,Red,US,"So ripe and fruity, it's almost too much of a good thing. Detonates on the palate with blasts of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, cola and cinnamon spice. Feels too soft, and could use greater dryness and structure, but it's a good BBQ sipper.",Zen Ranch,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2006 Zen Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2006-zen-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2006,Bianchi 13,White,France,"Starts off with melon and a touch of almond character, then adds brighter pineapple notes that turn tart and metallic on the finish, a poignant counter to the wine's breadth on the palate.",Prestige,11,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,La Châsse du Pape 2008 Prestige White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chasse-pape-2008-prestige-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,La Châsse du Pape 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine not offering much richness. It's very dry and quite acidic, and the modest cherry flavors veer into tobacco, white pepper and sage.",,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 2007 Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-2007-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,2007,Terra d'Oro 15.5,Red,US,"A little too sweet, with a candied taste of sugared cherries, blackberries and cola, and a dash of caramel. Other than that the tannins are very fine.",Home Vineyard,30,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 2007 Home Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-2007-home-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Terra d'Oro 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of milk chocolate, cotton candy, bacon and sweet fruits are a lead into standard fare cherry and raspberry flavors. The feel is acidic but fresh, while the finish is thin but clean. Average wine.",Roble,16,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Vilano 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vilano-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña Vilano 13,Red,Greece,"Leather, spice, vanilla and tobacco aromas and flavors dominate in this beefy red. Ageable tannins and a dry finish add to the strength. Pair with beef or lamb.",Agiorghitiko - Cabernet Sauvignon,18,84,Peloponnese,,,Vatistas 2006 Agiorghitiko - Cabernet Sauvignon Red (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vatistas-2006-agiorghitiko-cabernet-sauvignon-red-peloponnese/,Red Blend,2006,Vatistas 13.5,White,Spain,"Generic peach and melon aromas are pleasant, clean and simple, while flavors of pineapple, melon, mango and kumquat are basic and sweet, almost like canned fruit salad. Finishes pithy, with some banana-like sweetness.",Viña 27,10,84,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 2008 Viña 27 Chardonnay (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-2008-vina-27-chardonnay-costers-segre/,Chardonnay,2008,Raimat 13.5,Red,US,"Simple and unfussy, the kind of wine people quaff everyday all over the world without analysis. It's dry and light-bodied, with flavors of berries, herbs and tobacco.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2007 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2007,Parkers Estate ,White,US,"Very tart, almost sour, this high-acid wine just might be a good match for fresh oysters, but on its own it is slightly bitter and barely ripe.",Estate,16,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee Wine Cellars 2008 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-wine-cellars-2008-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Tyee Wine Cellars 13,White,Spain,"More soft and milky than exact or pungent, with bitterness intermixed with apple on the palate. Feels a little soft and bland for such a young Rueda white. Perfectly drinkable but uninspired.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Analivia 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/analivia-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Analivia 13.8,Red,US,"There are some tough, astringent tannins in this wine that make it harsh on the palate and bitter on the finish. The actual flavors are of cola, raisins and black currants. Doesn't seem like an ager.",Diamond Reserve,37,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Harmony Cellars 2007 Diamond Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmony-cellars-2007-diamond-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Harmony Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"A bit on the astringent and weedy side, but not bad for a dry, full-bodied red wine at this everyday price. It shows some modest berry-cherry flavors. A Merlot-based Bordeaux blend, with Syrah.",,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chasing Lions 2006 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chasing-lions-2006-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Chasing Lions 12.5,Red,Portugal,"The wine tastes young, its fruits and wood characters not quite integrated. But it has a good light touch of redcurrants and blackberries to go with the acidity. The wood gives dry tannins and a firm structure.",Pedras do Monte,8,84,Terras do Sado,,,DFJ Vinhos 2007 Pedras do Monte Castelão (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2007-pedras-monte-portuguese-red-castelao-terras-sado/,Castelão,2007,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,France,"Very light, the fruit is soft, easily attractive but rather muted. Flavors are of spice, black figs and stewed plums, the acidity a factor along with the wood.",,17,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lacombe Noaillac 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-noaillac-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Lacombe Noaillac 12.5,Red,France,"A structured wine, full of fresh black berry fruits, red plum skins and fresh acidity. There is a bell pepper element, but the light texture is spiced and rounded with wood.",Famille Lapalu,12,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2007 Famille Lapalu (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2007-famille-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Domaines Lapalu 12,White,Italy,Why not? This is an enjoyable but simple wine with a slight hint of sweetness that helps maintain a cheerful and playful demeanor overall. You'll get aromas of peach and honey. The wine feels soft and bright in the mouth.,,9,84,Veneto,Soave,,Bolla 2008 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2008-white-soave/,White Blend,2008,Bolla 12,Rose,Italy,"This bright Syrah-based rosé from Sicily (this is the second vintage that the wine is produced) offers vibrant flavors of blueberry, raspberry and rose petal. The wine is easy and crisp in the mouth and would make a perfect pairing partner to fried fish.",Rosé,16,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2008 Rosé Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2008-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Planeta 14,White,France,"Restrained in style, with modest pear and honey notes tinged with a toasty, mealy edge. Shows some nice creaminess to the midpalate, then fades gradually on the finish. Drink now.",Les Cèdres,52,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2006 Les Cèdres White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2006-cedres-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 16.2,Red,US,"Super-fruity, offering a blast of blackberries, cherries, chocolate, persimmons, red plums and bacon, finished with enormous spices. The wine is technically dry but tastes sweet with high-alcohol glycerine and smoky oak. Drink this strong, uni-dimensional Zinfandel now.",Stone,29,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Stone Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-stone-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco 13.5,Red,Greece,"This subtle, elegant sip starts with aromas of spicebox, tobacco and rich dark fruit, followed by flavors of cherry, cedar and cinnamon spice. A softer style, integrated red that will pair well with duck, steak.",Réserve,45,85,Nemea,,,Nemeion Estate 2004 Réserve Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nemeion-estate-2004-reserve-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2004,Nemeion Estate 13,White,Spain,"Decent and quaffable but does not compare to the winery's Verdejo. This is prickly and full of pine needle, juniper and other sharp aromas. The palate has a good feel but pickled, briney flavors. Skeletal given its warm-climate origins.",,11,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Montespina 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montespina-2008-sauvignon-blanc-rueda/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Montespina 13,White,France,Although this wine's nose is still going strong--filled with hints of honey and tangerine--the fruit on the palate is fading rapidly. Drink up.,,39,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Font de Michelle 2006 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-font-michelle-2006-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,Domaine Font de Michelle ,Red,France,"With crisp fruit, fresh acidity and tannins that are just on the hard side, this is a tight wine, but well packed with black currant fruits.",,,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Simard 2007 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-simard-2007-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Simard 13,Red,France,"The second wine of Médoc Château La Cardonne is a light, fruity wine with red berry fruits, acidity and a fresh tannin character. It is pleasingly ready to drink now.",Cardus de la Cardonne,17,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château La Cardonne 2007 Cardus de la Cardonne (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-cardonne-2007-cardus-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château La Cardonne 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a touch of burnt matchstick at the very start of this wine, but it later opens to reveal citrus, stone fruit and white flowers. The mouthfeel is lean and tonic and this easygoing white blend from Tuscany would pair well with seafood or chicken salad.",Braviolo,,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cantina del Cerro 2008 Braviolo White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-cerro-2008-braviolo-white-toscana/,White Blend,2008,Cantina del Cerro 14,Red,US,"A bit too soft and sweet, with candied flavors of black cherries, chocolate and anise biscotti. Certainly offers lots of richness, but could use greater structure.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dogwood 2007 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Dogwood 13.8,White,US,"A very rich wine, courtesy of some Viognier and Pinot Gris, not to mention new oak. Offers flattering flavors of pineapples, golden mangoes, vanilla cream, buttered toast and honeysuckle flowers.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Cycles Gladiator 12.5,Red,Spain,"Raspberry and rubber aromas are solid if not refined, while the firm palate is sweet and full of black cherry flavor. Rough, tumble and unsophisticated in the mouthfeel department but ripe and tasty throughout, with dark shadings on the finish.",Peromato,9,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Fariña 2008 Peromato Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2008-peromato-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Fariña 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little rusty in color, with earthy, stemmy, baked fruit aromas mixed with a dose of dried leaves. Seems a lot like Cabernet Franc with its herbal, leafy overtones and dry plum and cherry flavors. Finishes short and herbal, but with good feel and flow.",Care Crianza,20,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Añadas 2006 Care Crianza Tempranillo-Merlot (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-anadas-2006-care-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-carinena/,Tempranillo-Merlot,2006,Bodegas Añadas 13,White,France,"Full bodied, but perhaps stretched a little beyond its limits, as the flavors of marmalade and honey seem to have difficulty covering the alcohol and bare stones. Drink up.",Domaine de la Becassonne,18,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,André Brunel 2007 Domaine de la Becassonne White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-brunel-2007-domaine-becassonne-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,André Brunel ,White,US,"A little sweaty in the nose, this moves ahead with pineapple and grapefruit flavors, finishing with slightly bitter citrus rind flavors. It's more of a food wine than a sipping wine.",,12,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kings Ridge 2008 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,Kings Ridge 13,Red,Greece,"Savory spice, cedar and forest berries lead this brooding Cab. On the palate, it's slightly smoky, dry and spicy, with a bracing lift underneath. A unique, exotic Cab with food pairing prowess.",,18,85,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzi Michalis 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzi-michalis-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-atalanti-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hatzi Michalis 13,Red,Greece,"This earthy red starts with aromas of leather, cherry and dried fruit, followed by spicy pepper, leather and a touch of barnyard on the palate. Unfolding and interesting, the wine will open up with food—think red meat, game.",,25,85,Nemea,,,Ktima Driopi 2005 Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ktima-driopi-2005-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2005,Ktima Driopi ,Red,Greece,"This earthy red starts with aromas of cedar, smoke and pepper, followed by flavors of red berries, smoke and minerals. A dry and peppery backbone fishes clean on the tongue. Spunky and fun.",,13,85,Korinthia,,,Cambas 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Korinthia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambas-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-korinthia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cambas 16.1,Red,US,"Shows the heat and glyceriney sweetness that often mark Mazzocco's high-alcohol Zinfandels. The flavors are of pie-filling raspberries, cherries, cocoa, cola and dusty spices. Drink now with lusty fare.",Pony,32,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Pony Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-pony-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco 14.3,Red,US,"Big, strong and lusty in flavor, this Syrah floods the mouth with berry-cherry fruit, and will stand up to equally strong fare, such as a ketchup-smothered cheeseburger.",,16,85,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2006 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,2006,Matchbook ,White,US,"From estate fruit, this Chardonnay falls a bit flat in the mouth. The fruit is light and simple, and there is a hint of bitterness that leave a chemical aftertaste.",,25,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2008-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Methven Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and full-bodied, this is a sound, everyday style Cabernet to drink now. It's a little weedy and minty, but has enough flavors of blackberries, currants and oak to satisfy.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Acre 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acre-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Acre 12.5,White,Italy,"Floral and mineral tones emerge from the nose of this white wine from Sicily. Executed in an easy and fresh style, this crisp—and slightly sweet—wine would pair with tuna salad and fried calamari.",Herea,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2008 Herea Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2008-herea-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2008,Avide 13,White,US,"This is a very dry Sauvignon Blanc and also an acidic one, with sour flavors of Lifesaver pineapple candy. Shows good structure, but could use greater richness and complexity at this price.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Sunstone 14,Red,Israel,"With 80% Petite Sirah and 20% Zinfandel, this is a juicy, lush red with a solid structure, moderate gripping tannins and a long finish. Red plum, cherry and milk chocolate fill the bouquet while sweet spice and vibrant red fruit dominate the palate. Drink now.",Reserve Kosher Petite Sirah-Zinfandel,25,85,Galilee,,,Recanati 2006 Reserve Kosher Petite Sirah-Zinfandel Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2006-reserve-kosher-petite-sirah-zinfandel-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2006,Recanati 13.5,Red,Spain,"Big boysenberry aromas are lively, a bit minty and fresh, while the extracted palate has a fruit-driven personality, ample tannins and dark wild-berry flavors. Young, bouncy and tangy on the finish. Composed for a young, inexpensive red.",,6,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Venta Morales 2008 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-morales-2008-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2008,Venta Morales 12,White,Italy,Here's a fresh and luminous wine from Sicily to pair with fried finger foods and appetizers. The wine is crisp and bright and utterly easy-going on both the nose and palate.,Case Ibidini,13,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2008 Case Ibidini Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2008-case-ibidini-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2008,Valle dell'Acate 13,White,Spain,"Neutral for the most part, with a slight citric pungency. Tastes like apple, spice and dried papaya, and the feel is round as opposed to zesty or angular. Lasting on the back end, with a final note of grapefruit.",,13,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Emina 2008 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2008-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2008,Emina 12.5,White,Portugal,"The Estremadura region, north of Lisbon, is at the western extremity of mainland Europe. It produces a good line in this style of fresh, crisp wines, light and bright. There is just a hint of sweetness, with currant flavors and a final softness.",Point West,9,85,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Point West White (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-point-west-white-estremadura/,Portuguese White,2008,DFJ Vinhos ,White,US,"Sharp and a bit volatile, this young Viognier tilts strongly to the orange side of citrus. Despite the fresh fruit flavors it feels a bit flat in the mouth, lacking vitality.",,18,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2008 Viognier (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2008-viognier-southern-umpqua-valley/,Viognier,2008,Melrose 14,Red,US,"There are some fine flavors of cassis and cedar in this dry Merlot-based Bordeaux blend, but it has textural challenges in the tough tannins and cutting acidity that seems to come from green fruit or stems. Drink now.",Eros Estate,56,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Eros Estate Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-eros-estate-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Sunstone 13.5,Red,Spain,"Medicinal black fruit aromas are a little burnt and brambly, while the palate is snappy, acidic and tannic, with tomato, raspberry and oak-driven creaminess. Finishes dry, with a lasting flavor of vanilla that tempers overriding acidity.",Bajoz Crianza,13,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Pagos del Rey 2005 Bajoz Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-rey-2005-bajoz-crianza-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2005,Pagos del Rey 15.1,Red,US,"Here's a big, gutsy Syrah that's ripe in blackberries, but also a little ungainly. There are some raisiny flavors as well as minty ones, giving it the taste of a Chinese sweet and sour cherry sauce.",Christensen Family Vineyard,27,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2007 Christensen Family Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2007-christensen-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Novy 12,Rose,Portugal,"A lively, fresh, lightly sweet wine, with raspberry and caramel flavors. It is crisp, but soft with an easy balancing acidity.",Espirito Rosé,10,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2008 Espirito Rosé Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2008-espirito-rose-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima ,White,US,"This has plenty of cranberry and raspberry fruit flavor, supported with juicy, mouth-cleaning acidity. Beyond that, it's a simple, food-friendly quaffer.",,24,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-southern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cliff Creek 13.5,White,US,"A bit quick on the finish, but otherwise a nice everyday Chardonnay. Shows a soft, buttercream texture, with dry, subtle flavors of pineapples, pears and buttered toast.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2008 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Geyser Peak 14.6,White,US,"Tastes sweet and honeyed in pineapple and lemon Lifesaver candy, with a sharp cut of acidity that tastes almost unnatural. Feels overly manipulated, but will appeal to lots of people.",Gannon Vineyard,27,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 2007 Gannon Vineyard Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2007-gannon-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2007,Frick 16,Red,Australia,"Kaesler's Grenache features wonderfully perfumed aromas of dried spices and cherries, but winds up a little thin on the palate, offering little more than crisp, bright watermelony fruit. Drink up.",The Fave,46,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kaesler 2006 The Fave Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaesler-2006-fave-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2006,Kaesler 14,Red,Portugal,"This popular wine is about fresh fruit, vividly displayed with red cherries and red plum flavors, light tannins and easy acidity. To drink now.",Marquês de Borba,15,85,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2008 Marquês de Borba Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2008-marques-de-borba-red-alentejo-110255/,Portuguese Red,2008,J. Portugal Ramos 14.5,Red,US,"A solid, everyday Merlot that provides lots of bang for the buck. It's dry and full-bodied and tannic, with flavors of cherries, currants, cola and tobacco.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn Estates 2007 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-estates-2007-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2007,Hahn Estates 13.9,Red,US,"One of the best inexpensive Pinot Noirs on the market, which is quite an achievement considering that most at this price are awful. The wine is dry and silky, with pleasant flavors of cola, cherries and spice.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Cycles Gladiator 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cycles Gladiator 13.5,Red,US,"Doesn't have quite the concentration of many more expensive Merlots, but fills a nice niche in an affordable red wine that's full-bodied, dry and elegant. Offers pleasant flavors of cherries, red currants, cola and oak.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Cycles Gladiator 2007 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Cycles Gladiator 12.5,White,Italy,"A distinctive mineral vein runs through this crisp white wine from the Cusumano brothers of Sicily. Made in Alcamo, in the southwest part of the Mediterranean island, the wine is fresh, easygoing and offers a touch of piquant spice on the close.",Alcamo,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Alcamo,,Cusumano 2008 Alcamo White (Alcamo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2008-alcamo-white-alcamo/,White Blend,2008,Cusumano ,Red,France,"This is a disappointment. The wine is tart, stalky and, at the same time, light. It has an edge of green that suggests underripe fruit. Developing fast.",,24,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Siran 13.5,Red,US,"A little overripe and underripe around the edges, with mint and plumped raisin flavors framing the black cherries and cedar. Good, but rustic, and ready now.",,12,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castle Rock 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Castle Rock ,Red,US,"A slightly rugged, drily tannic wine. It has earthy flavors of blackberries, currants, tobacco and spices, with a cola-like finish. Ready now.",,10,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Line 39 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Line 39 14,White,Portugal,"A superripe, soft wine, all pear and yellow fruit flavors, touched with apricot juice and light honey and lemon. The wine rolls smoothly with a light texture of pear skins.",Sexy Branco,13,85,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2008 Sexy Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2008-sexy-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2008,Fitapreta Vinhos 13.5,White,France,"Hard and unyielding for Viognier, with lemon and mineral elements that seem a bit out of character for the variety. Nevertheless, it's a crisp refreshing white for the summer.",Le Viognier,30,85,France Other,Vin de Pays des Portes de Méditerranée,,Domaine Juliette Avril 2007 Le Viognier Viognier (Vin de Pays des Portes de Méditerranée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-juliette-avril-2007-le-viognier-vin-pays-portes-mediterranee/,Viognier,2007,Domaine Juliette Avril ,Red,France,"A green wine showing fruits that are underripe. While it has some soft flavors, red berries and simple tannins, that green underlay is a major downside.",,,85,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Croizet-Bages 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizet-bages-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Croizet-Bages ,Red,US,"A hard, tannic wine, this shows concentrated raspberry fruit flavors, but does not have the fullness and texture of this winery's 2006 releases. Perhaps it's the vintage character, or maybe the wines were somehow stripped during vinification. Give it lots of aeration.",Olivia Vineyard,32,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2007 Olivia Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2007-olivia-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Apolloni 13,Red,France,"A wine that is perfumed with new wood. The fruit has the freshness of 2007, high acids, cranberry juice, not weighty. Needs to age for another year.",,19,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Patache d'Aux 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-patache-daux-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Patache d'Aux 14.4,White,US,"Super-fruity in pineapples, peaches and sweet vanilla oak, with adequate acidity, this is a rich, forward Chardonnay to drink now with shellfish or mushroom risotto.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Calera 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Easy, tonic and fresh, this playful Prosecco delivers everything you look for in an informal, Italian sparkling wine. The delivery is clean and crisp and the wine imparts aromas of stone fruit and white mineral.",,18,85,Veneto,Prosecco del Veneto,,Casalnova NV Prosecco del Veneto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casalnova-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-del/,Prosecco,,Casalnova 14,Red,Spain,"Floral, sweet and not the least bit complicated or strained. This is easygoing red wine for easy times. It's a bit candied and baked, but that's Garnacha from Central Spain. Decently balanced and sturdy, especially given the price tag.",,6,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Viña Borgia 2008 Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-borgia-2008-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2008,Viña Borgia 15.9,Red,US,"A good everyday Zinfandel whose full-bodied, spicy fruitiness will satisfy with barbecue. It's a rugged, somewhat rustic wine with briary flavors of wild blackberries, leather, cola and pepper. Drink now.",Conte Vineyard,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wine Guerrilla 2008 Conte Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-guerrilla-2008-conte-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wine Guerrilla 12.5,White,Italy,"Fazio's expression of Insolia offers a slightly denser concentration and a more saturated color than you'd expect. The wine is redolent of mature fruit, peach, melon and almond. In the mouth, it is soft and slightly fat.",Erice,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fazio 2007 Erice Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2007-erice-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2007,Fazio 14,White,Greece,"Fresh lemon gives this wine lift, while oaky spice gives it curve. A balance of fresh and layered, the wine has a weight and spicy finish that gives it extra character. Pair with richer dishes or go simple and do sushi, salads.",Kapnias,28,85,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzi Michalis 2007 Kapnias White (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzi-michalis-2007-kapnias-white-atalanti-valley/,White Blend,2007,Hatzi Michalis 13,White,Portugal,"Young citrus aromas, followed by a palate of creamy apple sauce and pears, light in flavor, but certainly fresh and fruity.",Coroa D'Ouro,12,85,Douro,,,Poças 2008 Coroa D'Ouro White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2008-coroa-douro-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Poças 13,White,Israel,"Clean and straightforward with notes of fresh red apple slices, ripe pear and soft tropical fruit on the nose and palate. The mouth is round and mildly intense, with bracing acidity leading through the short, crisp finish.",Kosher,14,85,Shomron,,,Recanati 2008 Kosher Sauvignon Blanc (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2008-kosher-sauvignon-blanc-shomron/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Recanati 14,Red,Israel,"Straightforward and very drinkable with notes of blackberry and plum with cassis and soft spice accents. Hints of green pepper appear on the palate, along with flavors of black cherry skins. Lightweight with gentle tannins and a short, clean finish.",Kosher,15,85,Galilee,,,Recanati 2008 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2008-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Recanati 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"Soft, smooth and ripe wine, its strawberry flavors just off-dry. The acidity makes a good balance, lifting the wine and emphasizing the light tannic touch. A good food rosé.",Monte Alentejano,8,85,Alentejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Monte Alentejano Rosé (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-monte-alentejano-rose-alentejano/,Rosé,2008,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Red,Portugal,"The wine region of Lisboa (Lisbon) is the changed name for Estremadura's regional wines, although some confusion remains. This red in the Coreto range has some attractive berry fruits along with a soft, velvet structure that makes it an easy drink. Screwcap.",Coreto Tinto,6,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2006 Coreto Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2006-coreto-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2006,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Red,France,"The branded wine from Domaines Lapalu (owner of Château Patache d'Aux) is a soft, clean, black currant-flavored Cabernet. The tannins show a mineral, tight edge, but the wine is on the light side.",La Patache,12,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2007 La Patache (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2007-patache-cabernet-sauvignon-medoc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Domaines Lapalu 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with sweet berry and plum aromas and later there's earthy heft. The palate is big, acidic and fruity, with bold, stretched-out berry flavors. Finishes with a touch of bitterness and rubber, but overall it's a perfectly solid, grapey, tightly wound wine.",,10,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Rojo Mojo 2008 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rojo-mojo-2008-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2008,Rojo Mojo 14,Red,US,"Dry and tough in tannins, this Merlot is relieved with some good cherry, blackberry, cocoa, tobacco and oak flavors. The astringency doesn't seem likely to age out.",Reserve,46,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Reserve Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-reserve-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2006,Sunstone 14.2,Red,US,"Tough and hard in tannins, with some green acids, this Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend is hard to appreciate now despite good blackberry and currant flavors. Would benefit from greater opulence and riper tannins.",Bradley M. Ogden Reserve,90,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Bradley M. Ogden Reserve Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-bradley-m-ogden-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sunstone 10,Dessert,Germany,"If the first duty of an icewine is to be sweet, this satisfies that need. Its sugar is also reasonably balanced in this case by 10% alcohol and crisp acids. What's missing is the purity of fruit, as some slightly singed, earthy notes creep into its aromas and finish.",Penguin Eiswein,63,85,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2007 Penguin Eiswein Silvaner (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2007-penguin-eiswein-other-white-silvaner-rheinhessen/,Silvaner,2007,Louis Guntrum 14.1,Red,US,"A bit soft and heavy in structure, with cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors. Pretty good, but at this price, it needs greater vibrancy and depth. Drink now.",,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kings Mountain 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-mountain-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kings Mountain 13.9,Red,US,"Soft and somewhat simple in structure. Shows modest cherry, cola and spice flavors, enhanced with smoky sandalwood. Ready to drink now.",,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kings Mountain 2006 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-mountain-2006-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2006,Kings Mountain 14,Red,US,"A fruity-sweet and soft wine, with candied flavors of berries, cherries and cocoa. Sweet oak adds even richer notes of vanilla and butterscotch.",,36,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Dogwood 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dogwood 13.5,Red,Italy,"There are some tertiary aromas here of cola, Madeira, raisin and licorice that make you think the wine is older than it actually is. The mouthfeel is dense and rich but because the wine seems to be aging fast, don't wait long to drink it.",Carlin Burel,18,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Rivetti Massimo 2006 Carlin Burel (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2006-carlin-burel-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Rivetti Massimo 14,Red,France,"Enjoyably full bodied and creamy textured, this slightly chewy Châteauneuf would rate higher if not for its slightly pruny, raisiny fruit.",La Tiare du Pape,35,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Maison Bouachon 2005 La Tiare du Pape Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2005-tiare-pape-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Maison Bouachon 13.5,White,US,"The name refers to the seven varietal wines that comprise the blend. The wine itself is dryish to semi-sweet and adequate in acidity, with rich flavors of citrus fruits, peaches and oak.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-white-other/,White Blend,,Seven Daughters 14.4,Red,US,"A little reedy, with unripe mint flavors and some sharpness. Redeems itself on the midpalate with a hit of cherries and cola, then reprises the sharpness on the finish. Ready now.",,32,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Zepaltas 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zepaltas-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Zepaltas ,White,US,"Much the same as the winery's Pinot Gris, this unoaked Chardonnay has very green fruit flavors—tart crunchy green apple with plenty of acidity.",Estate,15,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee Wine Cellars 2007 Estate Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-wine-cellars-2007-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Tyee Wine Cellars 12.5,Red,France,"Boasts notes typical of the dark side of Syrah--black olive and espresso--yet never really takes charge. Instead, it's a plump, lightly textured wine that would be easy enough to drink if not particularly memorable.",Les Lauves,32,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 Les Lauves (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-lauves-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo ,Red,US,"Much like Apolloni's Olivia Vineyard Pinot Noir, this acidic, astringent wine seems severely constrained. The winemaking is solid, the fruit leans hard on tart red berries, but the wine has a hard shell around it. More bottle age might open it up.",Ruby Vineyard,32,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2007 Ruby Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2007-ruby-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Apolloni 13.5,White,France,"Atypically dark in color, this brassy Châteauneuf blanc comes across as aromatically muted. Then it's very neutral in flavor, with ample breadth but lacking in richness and depth. It's something of a conundrum.",Les Cailloux,48,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,André Brunel 2007 Les Cailloux White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-brunel-2007-cailloux-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,André Brunel ,White,US,"Light pear and apple flavors, with a dash of melon, comprise this simple, pleasantly acidic white wine. Though it does not have the density of many other Oregon Pinot Gris bottlings, it is reliable and fresh, with a screwcap for good measure.",,12,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Duck Pond 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Duck Pond 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Spicy toast and wood aromas are the prelude to a wine that is extra soft, velvet almost, only hinting at tannins. The acidity is what gives structure to this wine, the berry and fig flavors rounding it out.",Sexy Tinto,13,85,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2007 Sexy Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2007-sexy-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Fitapreta Vinhos 14.8,Red,US,"Jammy and sharp in acids, like liquid cherry and blackberry jam mixed with 14.8% of alcohol. Not particularly subtle, but offers a rich flood of ripe fruits spiced up with pepper, anise and cinnamon.",Open Invitation Estate Grown,42,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky NV Open Invitation Estate Grown Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-nv-open-invitation-estate-grown-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,HammerSky 13,White,Italy,"Feudo Arancio Stemmari produces good quality at attractively low prices. This warm climate expression of Pinot Grigio offers aromas of peach, citrus and almond paste. Try it with fried fish or grilled tuna.",Stemmari,9,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2008 Stemmari Pinot Grigio (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2008-stemmari-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sicilia/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Feudo Arancio 18,Dessert,US,"Very sweet and honeyed, which makes it immediately likeable, and there's enough crisp acidity for balance. The flavors, through, are thin. Would score much higher if the blackberries and chocolate were more concentrated.",Silvaspoons Vineyards,17,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2003 Silvaspoons Vineyards Port (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2003-silvaspoons-port-blend-port-central-valley-lodi/,Port,2003,Fenestra ,White,US,"This is Erath's big production white wine. It's well-balanced, with moderately ripe apple and pear flavors, some noticeable tannins, and firm acids. A solid, middle-of-the-road effort.",,15,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2008 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,Erath 13,Red,France,"Balanced but very firm, with dominant tannins, here is a wine with an angular feel to it. The tannins give a meaty character as well as laying alongside the plum skin flavors. It is dry, with some definite acidity.",,20,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château le Vivier 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-vivier-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château le Vivier 13,Red,France,"Tight and tannic, this is a wine with as much structure as fruit. It has a dusty, austere quality, the fruit a light layer underneath. The high proportion of Petit Verdot in the blend gives color as well as those tannins.",,32,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château la Bessane 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bessane-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château la Bessane 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The Bastardo grape is rare in the Douro, but it can produce a fresh style of red, fruity with red cherry juice and bright with cranberry acidity. For drinking young.",Conceito Bastardo,30,85,Duriense,,,Conceito Vinhos 2008 Conceito Bastardo Bastardo (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2008-bastardo-portuguese-red-bastardo-duriense/,Bastardo,2008,Conceito Vinhos 12,White,Spain,"The nose shows buttered popcorn, toast and baked apple, while the palate is tangy and tastes of tart white fruits, green apple and toast. Has good flow and a cleansing feel to it. Not bad for an oaky blend of Viura and Chardonnay.",Becquer Blanco,18,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Escudero 2008 Becquer Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-escudero-2008-becquer-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2008,Bodegas Escudero 14.1,White,US,"Made in the popular style of oak-enhanced ripe fruit, this Chard shows flavors of pineapples, peaches and cream, buttered toast, buttered popcorn and cinnamon spice. It finishes a little sweet and simple.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,B.R. Cohn 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,B.R. Cohn 13.9,Red,US,"There's a lot of sweaty leather in this wine's aromas and tastes, which may put some people off, and it doesn't blow away. Under that are rich cherry, cedar and violet flavors. The funkiness lowers the point score considerably.",Reserve,29,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bourassa Vineyards 2005 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourassa-2005-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2005,Bourassa Vineyards 13,Red,Israel,"A blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cab Sauv, this is a lightweight, easy-to-drink Bordeaux-style blend that's perfect for company. Soft tannins and a ripe palate loaded with flavors of black juicy plum and berries along with a kiss of mocha are sure to satisfy even the more discerning palates.",Yasmin Kosher Red,11,86,Galilee,,,Recanati 2008 Yasmin Kosher Red Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2008-yasmin-kosher-red-galilee/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Recanati 13,White,France,"This wine is a bit on the lean side compared to most southern Rhône whites, but the plus side to that is its freshnesss and vivacity. Pear fruit is underlined by hints of spice, finishing clean and crisp. Drink now.",,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Louis Bernard 2007 White (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2007-white-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Louis Bernard 13,Red,Italy,This bright Dolcetto offers tones of mature fruit and wet earth that are enhanced by the wine's soft and silky mouthfeel. Clean acidity brings up the rear and makes this wine a perfect match to tortellini with a creamy cheese sauce.,Cascina Crosa,18,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pasquale Pelissero 2008 Cascina Crosa (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasquale-pelissero-2008-cascina-crosa-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Pasquale Pelissero 14.3,Red,US,"Hard in tannins and bone dry, this Malbec needs rich beef dishes to balance out the astringency. It has a ripe heart of blackberries and currants, and is at its best now. Decant for a few hours.",Solstice,28,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2006 Solstice Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2006-solstice-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2006,Midnight 14.5,White,France,"Decant this wine to help lessen the burnt match aroma that mars the nose initially. Once past that annoyance, this is a broad, very drinkable wine that blends pineapple notes with touches of honey, spice and alcoholic warmth. Drink now.",,39,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Grand Tinel 2007 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-tinel-2007-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Domaine du Grand Tinel 13,Red,Greece,"This 60% Agiorgitko/40% Syrah blend has a spicy masculine character from start to finish. On the nose, leather, spice and cherry; on the palate, leather, balsamic, rich red fruit and cherry unfold. It's not terribly complex but it's food friendly and assertive.",Unique Blend Red,15,86,Cephalonia,,,Gentilini 2007 Unique Blend Red Red (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentilini-2007-unique-blend-red-cephalonia/,Red Blend,2007,Gentilini ,Red,France,"Light, light and light. This is such a soft, easy wine, already drinkable, the fruit fresh but missing concentration. The hint of smoke and wood are the only suggestion of complexity.",,,86,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Chateau Dauzac 12.5,White,France,"With some weight behind it, this is a rounded wine, lightly flavored with apricot and lemon and a tang of bitter orange zest. The acidity is soft, an easy element in the texture.",,,86,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Guirauton 2007 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guirauton-2007-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Guirauton 13.5,White,France,"The blend is 60% Roussanne, 40% Marsanne, apparently barrel-fermented and aged, as the toast, smoke and coffee elements dominate the nose and palate. There's enough fruit concentration to support the oak in a honeyed, mealy way that shows off the wine's breadth and texture. Drink now.",Cassanus,13,86,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Grande Cassagne 2007 Cassanus White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grande-cassagne-2007-cassanus-white-costieres-nimes/,White Blend,2007,Château Grande Cassagne ,Red,France,"Lean and austere, this is a tannic wine, with medicinal aromas, spice, stalky currant fruit flavors and tight texture.",,27,86,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2007 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2007-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a sweet and mature expression of Dolcetto with ripe aromas of raspberry, cherry, blueberry and raisin. There's a touch of spice and natural rubber in there as well. Try this deeply ruby-colored wine with pork chops and roast potatoes.",Vigneti in Rio Sordo,19,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cascina Bruciata 2008 Vigneti in Rio Sordo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2008-vigneti-in-rio-sordo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Cascina Bruciata 13,Red,Portugal,"Spicy wine from the wood and from the ripe berry fruits. The acidity is light, a sideshow to the juicy fruit, flavors of nutmeg and red cherries and a fine kick of dry tannin.",Monte Altentejano Tinto,8,86,Alentejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Monte Altentejano Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-monte-altentejano-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a perfectly correct and clean Pinot Grigio from Tuscany that shows evidence of a deft and technologically savvy team of winemakers. The wine boasts well-dosed perfumes of wild flowers, citrus and stone fruit with a crisp finish that would pair well with all informal foods and salads.",San Angelo,18,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2008 San Angelo Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2008-san-angelo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Castello Banfi 14,Red,Spain,"Floral and a bit mineral, but also a tiny bit hot and rough. The palate is sweet, solid and slightly sharp in feel, with dark, baked-fruit flavors of plum and berry. A robust finish with a touch of burn closes things out.",Sol de Levante,11,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Bleda 2008 Sol de Levante Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bleda-2008-sol-levante-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Bodegas Bleda 13.5,Red,US,"Bone dry and tannic, this Merlot is a bit common, with herb, mint and tobacco flavors. But it shows real elegance of structure, and has a pleasant background of cherries and blackberries.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Acre 2007 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acre-2007-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2007,Acre 14.6,White,US,"Quite a nice Chardonnay, especially at this price. It's elegant and crisp, with a mineral undertow to the pineapple, buttered toast and honeysuckle flavors. Easy to like for its balance.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn Estates 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-estates-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Hahn Estates 14,Red,Spain,"Blackberry and other fruits are presented clearly on the nose, while the rubbery, bouncy palate seems properly tight and balanced. Sweet, stretched-out flavors of black plum and berry are warm and youthful. Good for basic drinking.",,13,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Legado Muñoz 14.2,White,US,"Made in the slightly sweet, crisp popular style, this Sauvignon Blanc offers easy flavors of pineapple, pear and apple juice, with the sweet vanilla of oak.",,26,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ledson 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ledson 14.7,Red,US,"Marked by jammy fruit and high acidity, this Syrah is strong in cherries, raspberries and oak. It's not especially subtle, but it is pretty and polished, and could even acquire bottle complexity over the next 3–4 years.",Y3,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2005 Y3 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2005-y3-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2005,Jax 13,Red,Spain,"Solid Mencía, but a little on the generic, bland side. The body is medium, the tannins mellow, and the flavors are your standard dark berry. The finish is easygoing but doesn't offer much pizzazz or lasting impressions. Fresh, no-nonsense Bierzo for everyday drinking.",Legus,13,86,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Bodega La Serrana 2007 Legus Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-serrana-2007-legus-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Bodega La Serrana ,Red,France,"The Merlot gives richness, with sweet fruit and a good core of appetizing tannins, freshened with acidity.",Fugue de Nenin,,86,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2007 Fugue de Nenin (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2007-fugue-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Nenin 12.5,White,Spain,"A nice little wine for easy times. The light citrus aromas lean toward grapefruit, while the fresh, mild palate features apple and tangerine flavors but very little sharpness. Zesty enough on the finish, with a lasting taste of passion fruit.",Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc,9,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Bodegas Copaboca 2008 Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-copaboca-2008-verdejo-sauvignon-blanc-white-rueda/,White Blend,2008,Bodegas Copaboca ,Red,US,"Solid Willamette Valley styling, loaded with tart red fruits and a strong herbal streak. If some green flavors of leaf and stem bother you, steer away; but if that strikes you as Burgundian, this will please your palate.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Belle Vallée 12.5,Red,France,"A densely tannic wine, from organic grapes, that is dominated by wood and a very dry texture. The fruit under this is cool, slightly green, with acidity. The wine needs another year's aging.",L de Lagarde,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Lagarde 2007 L de Lagarde (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagarde-2007-l-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Lagarde 13.5,White,France,"This is a fresh, medium-bodied white with a touch of honeysuckle on the nose and straightforward flavors that hints of orange and peach. A touch of spice adds interest to the modest finish. Drink now.",Coudoulet de Beaucastel,37,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de Beaucastel 2006 Coudoulet de Beaucastel White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-2006-coudoulet-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,Château de Beaucastel 15.1,White,US,"Always a big, ripe wine, Calera's '08 Viognier is a blast of tropical fruits, vanilla, toffee and buttered cinnamon toast. It's a little sweet and one-dimensional, but tasty.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2008 Viognier (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-viognier-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Viognier,2008,Calera 13,White,France,"An unusual blend of 80% Clairette and 20% Bourboulenc, this medium-bodied wine is crisp and citrusy, marked by pineapple and hints of underripe peach and pear. It's light enough to be paired with more delicate seafood dishes over the summer months.",In Fine,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Bourgeois Family 2008 In Fine White (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-family-2008-in-fine-white-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Bourgeois Family 13,White,Portugal,"A light, modern, just off-dry and fruity wine, freshened by bright lime and apricots, with a tang of orange zest. This is crisp, very clean, a good apéritif drink.",Espirito Branco,10,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2008 Espirito Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2008-espirito-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2008,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13,Red,Portugal,"Juicy, sweet fruited wine, with a ripe, jammy character allied to fresh acidity and soft tannins. With enticing raspberry flavors, the wine is for easy and early drinking.",Espirito Tinto,10,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2007 Espirito Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2007-espirito-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13,Red,France,Olive and espresso notes are backed by bright cherry fruit in this medium-bodied Syrah. It's a pleasant quaff that turns slightly dry on the finish; try it after 2011.,Le Grand Pompée,34,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2005 Le Grand Pompée (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2005-le-grand-pompee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2005,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 16,Dessert,US,"Very sweet in black cherry and chocolate flavors, basically a Port-style wine, yet too soft, with a melted candybar feeling. Would benefit from greater acidic structure, but it sure is delicious.",Elysium,24,86,California,California Other,California,Quady 2008 Elysium Black Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2008-elysium-muscat-black-other/,Black Muscat,2008,Quady 12.5,Red,Greece,"Sweet cedar and cinnamon aromas and flavors of tart red cherry, vanilla and savory spice give this wine extra kick. It's still soft and integrated though—a dry and spicy but gentle red that has class.",Megapanos,28,86,Nemea,,,Alexandros Megapanos 2005 Megapanos Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandros-megapanos-2005-megapanos-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2005,Alexandros Megapanos 13.5,Red,US,"A very nice Cab that's praiseworthy for its dryness, balance and elegance. It's not as rich and dense as some more expensive wines, but offers good berry, cherry and sage flavors, with a scour of tannins.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ironstone 13,Red,Portugal,"A bright, fruity wine, with a layer of earthiness and gentle tannins. Flavors of red currants, beetroot and perfumed herbs meld together, while the lively acidity sets a good seal on the aftertaste.",Periquita,11,86,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2006 Periquita Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2006-periquita-red-terras-sado/,Portuguese Red,2006,José Maria da Fonseca 15,White,Greece,"Refreshing, sultry aromas of honey, lemon and rich spice lead this sweet Muscat from Samos. On the palate, unfolding layers of honey, nuts and citrus are kept aloft by a touch of acidity. A pretty, approachable sip with an exotic flair.",Vin Doux,16,86,Samos,,,Samos 2008 Vin Doux Muscat (Samos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samos-2008-vin-doux-muscat-samos/,Muscat,2008,Samos 12,White,Italy,"Here's the quintessential Mediterranean fish wine that offers easy aromas of citrus, almond flower and peach. Think grilled tuna, halibut and pan roasted sea bass. The wine is light, fresh and offers a touch of piquant acidity on the close.",Regaleali,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2008 Regaleali White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2008-regaleali-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Tasca d'Almerita 14.5,Red,US,"If Napa Cabernet is your touchstone you'll find harder tannins and acids than you're used to. It's a bone-dry wine with blackberry, black currant and oak flavors that are grounded with tobacco and sage.",Estate,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sunstone 14,Red,Israel,"Jammy preserve notes of blueberry and ripe strawberry on the nose, with more plum and deep cherry notes fleshing out the medium-weight mouth. Delicate fine-grain tannins provide good structure, and linger throughout the milk chocolate-infused finish.",Kosher,15,86,Galilee,,,Recanati 2008 Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2008-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2008,Recanati 14.5,White,US,"A savory wine made in a slightly sweet style that has flavors of pineapples, peaches, and vanilla oak. Acidity is all-important for balance.The blend is 92% Sauvignon Blanc and 8% Sémillon.",Goldensong,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Smith 2007 Goldensong White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-smith-2007-goldensong-white-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Sonoma Smith ,Red,US,"Soft and gentle in structure, this Cab appeals for its ripe, pie-filling flavors of blackberries, cherries and spices. It's a pretty, polished young wine whose vigorous tannins give it a sandpapery texture. Ready now.",Reserve,75,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Snowden 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snowden-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Snowden 14.7,Red,US,"A lusty, fulfilling Zinfandel, packed with fruity flavor and softly smooth in the Paso Robles style. Offers an avalance of blackberries, cherries, currants, cola and spices, and feels heavy, but dry, with some heat in the finish.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Christian Lazo 2007 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-lazo-2007-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Christian Lazo 13,Red,France,"An easy, soft style of Merlot, with spicy red berry fruits topped by wood. The tannins are light, the fruit deliciously fresh, finishing with refreshing acidity.",Plaisir de Siaurac,22,86,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2007 Plaisir de Siaurac (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2007-plaisir-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Siaurac 14.5,White,US,"Dry and creamy, with peaches and cream, buttered toast and mineral flavors. The oak sticks out a little too much, and there's some bitterness that rich fare will help balance.",Estate,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2007 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2007-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Coquelicot 12.5,Red,Italy,"Castello del Poggio's Dolcetto offers interesting aromas that recall ripe fruit, prune, spice and barbecue smoke. The wine is lean and streamlined on the palate with bright acidity and a pristine berry-flavored finish. Pair it with fried mozzarella sticks.",,16,86,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Castello del Poggio 2007 Dolcetto (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-monferrato/,Dolcetto,2007,Castello del Poggio 12,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot and Raboso (a native grape of Northern Italy), this compact wine offers tight aromas of blackberry, forest floor and a slight herbal hint at the back. It is supple and slightly sweet in the mouth, and although it doesn't offer huge complexity, it is a very pleasant drink all-round.",Moro'41,12,86,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Tenuta Santomè 2007 Moro'41 Red (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-2007-moro41-red-marca-trevigiana/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta Santomè 13,Red,Greece,"Ripe cherry, cedar, vanilla and spice aromas are followed by soft red berries, cinnamon and vanilla flavors in this appealing Cabernet/Agiorgitiko blend. Overall soft and rich, the wine has a chalky, clean finish and a spin of spice.",Red Stag,15,86,Nemea,,,Spiropoulos 2006 Red Stag Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spiropoulos-2006-red-stag-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2006,Spiropoulos 14.8,Red,Israel,"A concentrated Bordeaux-style blend comprised of 59% Cab Sauv, 19% Merlot, 12% Cab Franc and 10% Petit Verdot. Black currant and plum dominate the nose while flavors of herbal spice, cigar box and licorice flesh out the medium-weight mouth. The tannins are strong but refined, lingering well through the finish.",Edom Kosher,28,86,Judean Hills,,,Psagot 2007 Edom Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/psagot-2007-edom-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2007,Psagot 14.5,Red,Israel,"Concentrated, ripe and full with aromas and flavors of raspberry, kirsch, mocha and soft pepper. Round in the mouth with a solid, lingering finish loaded with spice. Drink now.",Kosher,15,86,Galilee,,,Recanati 2006 Kosher Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2006-kosher-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2006,Recanati 13.5,White,France,"While Colombo's Les Abeilles is a more traditional Rhône blend, this offering marries 70% Viognier with 30% Roussanne. The result is a medium-bodied wine hinting at honeyed peaches and tinged with anise that seems to be on a fast-developing course. Drink it over the next several months.",La Redonne,17,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2008 La Redonne White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2008-redonne-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.5,Red,US,"Basically characterized by gigantic fruit that leaves little to the imagination. Blackberries, cherries, cola and spicy plums explode in the mouth, and while the wine is technically dry, it's sweet in fruity essence. Oak adds caramel and vanilla.",Limited Resource Estate Grown,52,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2007 Limited Resource Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2007-limited-resource-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,HammerSky 14.5,Red,US,"This is a super-fresh, fruity wine meant to dazzle in sheer deliciousness now, not something to age. It's almost candied, with raspberry, cherry, blackberry and mocha flavors that are exuberant and easy to understand.",3CV,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Cimarone 2008 3CV Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2008-3cv-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Cimarone ,Red,France,"Light, soft and easy wine. It has some attractive smokiness, followed by spice and bright fruit flavors. But the tannins are muted and the wine lacks weight.",,,86,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Gassies 2007 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-gassies-2007-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Rauzan-Gassies 13,White,Greece,"This fun, fruity white starts with aromas of pear, melon and flowers and leads into an easy-drinking array of refreshing white fruits and spice. A great go-to white that's not overly fussy and will pair well with spicy ethnic cuisine and poultry.",Kidonitsa,40,86,Monemvasia,,,Vatistas 2007 Kidonitsa White (Monemvasia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vatistas-2007-kidonitsa-white-monemvasia/,White Blend,2007,Vatistas 13,White,Greece,"The lush nose of Viognier—fresh flowers, honey and spice—leads here. On the palate, the wine has an opulent, floral character—broad and inviting. Not terribly complex, but pretty and appealing. The viscous mouthfeel means it will handle richer dishes well—think lobster, cream dishes.",,45,86,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2007 Viognier (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2007-viognier-epanomi/,Viognier,2007,Gerovassiliou 10,White,Portugal,"A fresh, lightly sparkling Vinho Verde, with crisp green apples and a light, summery poise of acidity, finishing with grapefruit.",,12,86,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2008 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2008-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2008,Aveleda 13,Red,Spain,"Gaseous, earthy, mossy aromas are not entirely inviting, and the palate is immensely thick and round, with big, grating tannins. But the plum, berry and meaty elements are good, and the finish of chewy tannins goes on for quite some time. An extracted wine with minor balance and aromatic issues.",Gotín del Risc,17,86,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad 2007 Gotín del Risc Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-2007-gotin-risc-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Abad ,White,US,"Modeled after an Italian Pinot Bianco, this tart, citrusy wine sports fresh-cut green apple fruit flavors. It's done in stainless steel, nicely balanced but definitely made to go with spicy Pacific Rim foods.",Estate,15,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2008 Estate Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2008-estate-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Apolloni 14.3,Red,US,"Shows good varietal character, with cola, cherry and pomegranate flavors grounded with earthier notes of rhubarb and tobacco. Feels a bit soft in structure, lacking liveliness, so drink up now.",Lakeville Vineyard,40,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Amphora 2007 Lakeville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amphora-2007-lakeville-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Amphora 14.7,Red,US,"This is a very big wine, strong in fruit, potent in tannins, and well-oaked. It floods the mouth with primary flavors of cherries, blackberries and black currants, as well as interesting overtones of leather, teriaki beef and sandalwood. Quite good, but young and tannic and a little one-dimensional. Hard to predict its future.",Half Mile Obsidian Ridge Vineyard,50,86,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Obsidian Ridge 2006 Half Mile Obsidian Ridge Vineyard Red (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-ridge-2006-half-mile-vineyard-red-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Red Blend,2006,Obsidian Ridge 13.3,Red,US,"A bit thin and astringent, yet with a powerful, clear focus that conjures up straight cranberry fruit flavors. Baking spices and a hint of cocoa penetrate through the hard shell of acid and tannin. Needs more time.",Jordan Block,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 2007 Jordan Block Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/youngberg-hill-2007-jordan-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2007,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 15,Red,Spain,"Perfectly drinkable Monastrell year after year despite the silly name. Plum and roasted berry aromas and flavors are sweet, ripe, clean and on the generic side of the fence. A little rugged and hot at 15%, but lusty and good for the price.",,8,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Wrongo Dongo 2008 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrongo-dongo-2008-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Wrongo Dongo 13.5,Red,US,"This is a good, everyday Zin with some extra features of fanciness. It's dry and tannic and full-bodied, the way you want Zin to be, with modest flavors of cherries, currants, mint, pepper and tobacco.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Goats Trail 2007 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-trail-2007-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2007,Goats Trail 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very ripe wine stuffed with blackberries, cherries and cocoa, but it's also pretty tannic, although sweet oak softens the blow. Feels lush and good, but rustic around the edges. Drink now with beef dishes.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn Estates 2007 Meritage (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-estates-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast/,Meritage,2007,Hahn Estates 13.7,Red,US,"Tastes briary and brambly and peppery, almost like a Zinfandel, with flavors of black currants and cola and a hint of oak. This dry, well-structured and rustic wine will pair well with smoky tri-tip.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Harmony Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmony-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Harmony Cellars ,Red,US,"This estate-grown Syrah brings forward red fruits and a wash of chocolaty barrel, simple, round and appealing.",,20,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2006 Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2006,Melrose 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend, made from the five classic varieties, is tough and resilient, compared to the standard Napa bottling. It's dry, tannic and herbal, yet with enough cherry-berry flavors to establish varietal character. The challenge for the vintner is greater richness.",Mon Amour,45,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2006 Mon Amour Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2006-mon-amour-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Coquelicot 13.5,Red,Spain,"Magenta-colored, berry loaded and fresh, all of which help what could be a pedestrian wine reach a higher plane. Sweet cherry and plum flavors mix with snappy acidity and good structure, and overall you get a refreshing, satisfying wine with genuine appeal.",Protocolo,7,86,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2007 Protocolo Red (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2007-protocolo-red-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2007,Dominio de Eguren 13.5,Red,Spain,"A good taste of Toro at the right price. The nose deals classic baked fruit, rubber and girth, while the warm, full palate shows reasonable vitality along with berry and cassis flavors. Solid and a little chocolaty on the finish. A textbook warm-climate Spanish wine.",Auroch,12,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Tribal 2006 Auroch (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tribal-2006-auroch-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Tribal 14.2,White,Spain,"Banana, lemon curd and sawdust are the prime aromas on this oaky, creamy, candied style of Chard from Navarra. The palate is soft and modern, with decent core acidity propping up papaya, melon and green banana flavors. Resiny on the finish, but smooth.",,14,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2008 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2008-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2008,Vega Sindoa 15,White,Greece,"This sultry dessert wine offers dried fid, orange rind and spice on the nose, and on the palate, lemon, spice, dried dates and fig. A masculine profile that pairs well with cheeses, nuts, and fruit.",Nectar,22,86,Samos,,,Samos 2005 Nectar Muscat (Samos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samos-2005-nectar-muscat-samos/,Muscat,2005,Samos 14.5,Red,US,"A little weedy and green, but dry and very elegantly constructed, with good balance. Shows pleasant flavors of herbs, cherries, licorice and pepper. Represents a very nice wine for ten bucks or less.",,10,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Line 39 2007 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2007-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2007,Line 39 14.5,Red,US,"A good, sound Cabernet, well-made and clean, with proper varietal flavors of blackberries, cocoa and smoky new oak. Yet it's somewhat soft, with a jammy-candy taste, and seems to lack complexity. Could be going through an awkward phase.",,60,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,La Jota Vineyard 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jota-vineyard-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,La Jota Vineyard ,White,Israel,"A deliciously fresh and lively Kosher white blend of 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Riesling and 10% Colombard, offering vibrant aromas and flavors of ripe tropical fruit, key lime and a touch of fresh cut grass. Well balanced with subtle sweetness and crisp acidity.",Yasmin Kosher White,11,86,Shomron,,,Recanati 2008 Yasmin Kosher White White (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2008-yasmin-kosher-white-shomron/,White Blend,2008,Recanati 13.5,White,France,"This is a fresh, fruit-driven white loaded with pineapple and pear aromas and flavors. It's medium bodied, making it suitable for pairing with a wide array of dishes, and finishes crisp and clean.",Belleruche,13,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2007 Belleruche White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2007-belleruche-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,M. Chapoutier ,Red,US,"Tannic and astringent, this lacks the muscle and texture of the 2005. The fruit flavors center on hard raspberry candy, but it's very chalky and astringent through the finish.",Spofford Station,25,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Lujon 2007 Spofford Station Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lujon-2007-spofford-station-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lujon 12.5,White,Portugal,"Bright grapefruit and citric flavors give the wine a bright, floral character, punctuated by tight acidity. The wine has extreme mouthwatering freshness and a crisp aftertaste.",,,86,Estremadura,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2008 Arinto (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2008-portuguese-white-arinto-estremadura/,Arinto,2008,Quinta de Chocapalha ,Red,US,"Plowbuster is Carabella's second label, offering this light, balanced, moderately priced Pinot Noir. Wild berries and cocoa powder compete with astringent tannins that taste of green tea. Though slightly bitter, it softens up when paired with heartier stews.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Plowbuster 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plowbuster-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Plowbuster 13,White,France,"Remember those vaguely anise-like white gumdrops? That describes the aromas and flavors found in the 2006 Les Sinards, albeit without the sugar. It's a medium- to full-bodied largely neutral white that should be consumed over the next year or two.",Les Sinards,39,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Perrin & Fils 2006 Les Sinards White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2006-sinards-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2006,Perrin & Fils 13.5,Red,US,"Slightly unripe, with an herbaceousness that interferes with the blackberries and currants, making the oak stick out uncomfortably. Sharp, too. But it's good and richly tannic, and dry. Made from all five traditional Bordeaux varieties.",Double T,25,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2007 Double T Red (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2007-double-t-red-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Trefethen 12.5,White,Italy,You'll appreciate the bright luminosity and fresh style of this food-friendly white wine from Sicily. Aromas include almond blossom and peach and the wine is crisp and zesty in the mouth.,,16,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2008 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2008-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2008,Valle dell'Acate 14.9,Red,US,"Pretty tough and tight now, with strong tannins and acids accentuating the dryness. Seems wrapped in smoky, earthy, animal tastes such as tobacco, leather and sage, although there's a core of black cherries. The gamble is ageability, but it's risky.",Private Reserve,48,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2007 Private Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2007-private-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manzoni 14.8,Red,US,"A good, although somewhat tough and gritty, Pinot Noir that just wants a steak to cut through its tannins and acids. Shows a dry, silky texture with flavors of cherries, tobacco and peppery spices.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manzoni ,Red,US,"Widely available, Kings Ridge delivers strong flavors for the price. Cherry candy fruit with an earthy edge is set within sharp, potent tannins. This is a steak-worthy Pinot Noir.",,17,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kings Ridge 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kings Ridge 13,Red,Italy,"Light and luminous, this ruby red wine offers tones of wild berries and exotic spice. The wine is crisp, tart and slightly sour on the close but promises to pair with cream-based pasta or cheesy risotto dishes.",,16,86,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2007 Franconia (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2007-italian-red-franconia-orientale/,Franconia,2007,Moletto ,Red,US,"This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is an Oregon winery's take on a super Tuscan red. Aromas are volatile and those high tones carry into the flavors. Light raspberry fruit, high acidity, and a sharp astringency characterize the wine.",Conti di Val Seriana Soleggio,27,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Apolloni 2007 Conti di Val Seriana Soleggio Red (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2007-conti-val-seriana-soleggio-red-other-columbia-valley-or/,Red Blend,2007,Apolloni 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dolcetto Sorí dij But has all its cards firmly in place. The wine's aromas are pristine and fresh with a focus on bright fruit and sweet berries. The mouthfeel is soft, supple and a bright burst of acidity keeps it lively in the mouth.",Sorí dij But,18,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Anna Maria Abbona 2007 Sorí dij But (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-maria-abbona-2007-sori-dij-but-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2007,Anna Maria Abbona 14.2,Red,US,"A bit brittle, with big acidity and a tension of green fruit and cherries. Oak certainly helps, providing smoky vanilla and buttered cinnamon toast richness, but the stemmy flavors don't go away.",Peters Vineyard,55,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Amphora 2007 Peters Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amphora-2007-peters-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Amphora 12.5,Red,Greece,"Red berries, pepper and leather aromas lead this elegant Cabernet. On the palate, smooth, soft and elegant waves of rich fruit, spice and cocoa give the wine a classy spin. Pair with grilled meats, earthy dishes.",,16,86,Attica,,,Harlaftis 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Attica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlaftis-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-attica/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Harlaftis 14,White,Greece,"A soft nose of juicy berry, spicebox and a touch of flowers lead this elegant red. On the palate, tobacco, clove, red berries and spice flavors are balanced and ageable. This is still a dry style of red that goes well with spicy food.",Agiorgitiko by Gaia,18,86,Nemea,,,Gaia Wines 2007 Agiorgitiko by Gaia Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2007-agiorgitiko-by-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2007,Gaia Wines 13,Red,France,"A wood-dominated wine, all the dryness coming from barrels rather than fruit. Will it broaden out? It's hard to find the fruit at the moment, but there is weight under the wood, so perhaps.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Leboscq 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leboscq-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Leboscq 12.5,Red,France,"Very perfumed wine, from organic grapes, the black plum and black currant flavors rounded by wood and dried with tannins. Flavorful, very friendly, with well-integrated fruit and acidity.",L de Lagarde,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Lagarde 2007 L de Lagarde (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagarde-2007-l-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Lagarde 14.4,Red,US,"Dry, acidic and tannic, in the way of a young Barbera. Shows flavors of baked cherries, red currants, anise and tobacco, with a long, spicy finish. Will live on for many years without outgrowing its rusticity.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Christian Lazo 2007 Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-lazo-2007-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2007,Christian Lazo 13,Red,Italy,Some toasted notes of smoke and campfire emerge at the tail end of forest berries and blackberries. The wine is tonic and tight in the mouth with crisp acidity and a pleasantly easy feel overall. Nebbiolo grapes are called Spanna in the Colline Novaresi appellation.,Spanna,18,86,Piedmont,Colline Novaresi,,Dessilani 2005 Spanna Nebbiolo (Colline Novaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dessilani-2005-spanna-nebbiolo-colline-novaresi/,Nebbiolo,2005,Dessilani 14.5,Red,Spain,"Raisiny and sweeet smelling, with baked qualities but also a bitter bite of horseradish. The palate is deep and hard, with burnt notes, tough tannins and berry flavors softened by buttery oak. Beefy and rubbery, but with enough ripeness to be worth a look.",Gran Colegiata Campus,38,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2004 Gran Colegiata Campus (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2004-gran-colegiata-campus-red-toro/,Red Blend,2004,Bodegas Fariña 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a ripe Dolcetto d'Alba with mature aromas of raspberry, strawberry and cherry syrup. The wine is rich and dense in the mouth with a sweet berry aftertaste that would pair well with meatloaf or beef stew.",Vigna del Mandorlo,,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Azienda Agricola Cogno 2008 Vigna del Mandorlo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agricola-cogno-2008-vigna-mandorlo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Azienda Agricola Cogno 13.5,White,US,"Crisp acidity saves the day for this ripe, fruity young Pinot Grigio. It has forward flavors of pineapples, limes, kiwis and vanilla that are almost, but not quite, sweet. Then the acidity kicks in, drying and cleansing the finish.",Los Alamos Vineyard,21,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bianchi 2008 Los Alamos Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-los-alamos-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Bianchi 13,White,France,"A showy, aromatic white, the '07 Côté Jardin features assertive notes of orange zest and anise around a core of wet stones. It's full bodied without being blowsy, but should be consumed over the near term.",Côté Jardin,14,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignobles Boudinaud 2007 Côté Jardin White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-boudinaud-2007-cote-jardin-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Vignobles Boudinaud 12,White,Greece,"This complex and exotic white offers aromas and flavors of lemon citrus as well as pears, melon and passionfruit. Refreshing and spicy, it has weight but is extremely food friendly. Pair with grilled fish, salads.",Metoxi X,23,87,Mount Athos,,,Tsantali 2008 Metoxi X White (Mount Athos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2008-metoxi-x-white-mount-athos/,White Blend,2008,Tsantali ,Red,US,"Tart and bright, with pretty cherry candy fruit flavor, this crisply defined Pinot Noir is annotated with rosemary, thyme and pepper. There's even a hint of pine needle—it's definitely Oregon, not California fruit—but well-made with good structure.",,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Siduri 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a playful interpretation of Nebbiolo with the wild berry and spice aromas you usually associate with the variety without its usual austerity and somberness. The wine closes with a firm, drying feel and a sour blast of berry-like fruit.",Ramale,20,87,Piedmont,Colline Novaresi,,Torraccia del Piantavigna 2004 Ramale Nebbiolo (Colline Novaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torraccia-piantavigna-2004-ramale-nebbiolo-colline-novaresi/,Nebbiolo,2004,Torraccia del Piantavigna 14.6,Red,US,"This easy-to-drink Pinot has enormously ripe flavors of cherries, black raspberries and red currants. There's a cutting edge of acidity, and an aroma of what is sometimes called sweaty leather. The silky texture and richness make it worth a second sip, or a third.",Spring Grove Vineyards,27,87,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Pessagno 2007 Spring Grove Vineyards Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2007-spring-grove-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pessagno 14.3,Red,US,"A very nice, dry and balanced Merlot. While it's not particularly varietal, it shows a good profile, with brisk tannins and controlled berry, cherry, currant, herb and spice flavors. Versatile at the table with almost anything that needs a full-bodied red.",Bench Vineyards,14,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Bench Vineyards Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-bench-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2007,Pedroncelli 13.5,Red,Spain,"Minty, chocolaty notes add something to the wine's floral, berry aromas, while the acid-driven palate sports zingy black cherry and plum flavors that come with coconut, vanilla and chocolate shadings, all evidence of some well-applied oak. Cleansing, acidic and nicely done for a bargain-priced wine.",,10,87,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2008 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2008-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2008,Paso a Paso 12.5,Red,Cyprus,"This 60% Mavro and 40% Maratheftiko red blend is the winery's staple wine, and a great introduction to native Cypriot varieties. Red berries, spice and a touch of vanilla are buoyed by a fresh acidity, giving the wine a food-friendly advantage. A wine with structure and elegance, that will pair well with cheeses, meats and game.",Plakota Dry Red Wine,14,87,Cyprus,,,Panayia NV Plakota Dry Red Wine Red (Cyprus),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panayia-nv-plakota-dry-red-wine/,Red Blend,,Panayia 14.5,Red,US,"Rather rough-hewn at the age of four-plus years, with charred, vanilla-scented oak dominating the fruit. Below that is a sea of blackberries, cherries and currants. The tannins are tough and sharp. Not showing particularly well now, and could gain in the bottle. May be better after 2011.",Unfiltered,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newton 2006 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2006-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Newton 13.5,White,France,"Opens with fine aromas of pear and crushed stone, then adds tiny touches of anise and honey on the palate. This is broad on the midpalate, but retains focus on the finish, where it turns crisp and rather hard edged. Drink now.",,31,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Vieux Lazaret 2007 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vieux-lazaret-2007-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Domaine du Vieux Lazaret 13.5,Red,Greece,"This fruitier-style Agiorgitiko has an approachable, versatile character. On the nose, blackberry, cinnamon, spice and red berries lead, followed by a balance of fruit and dry spice on the palate. Balanced but has an earthy spin that speaks of its origins. A great go-to red.",Notios Red,13,87,Peloponnese,,,Gaia Wines 2008 Notios Red Agiorgitiko (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2008-notios-red-greek-red-agiorgitiko-peloponnese/,Agiorgitiko,2008,Gaia Wines 14.4,Red,US,"A good, tannic, dry wine that will pair well with barbecued steak and other meats whose fatty richness will cut through its considerable tannins. Shows deep, spicy flavors of cherries and currants, with a coating of smoky wood. Drink now.",,26,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 2006 Cinsault (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2006-other-red-cinsault-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cinsault,2006,Frick 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and sharp rendition of Cabernet Sauvignon (and 10% Merlot) with background notes of wild berries, forest floor and vanilla bean. The wine is tonic and lean with a determined blast of freshness on the close.",Argillaia Intenso,20,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Fabiano 2006 Argillaia Intenso Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2006-argillaia-intenso-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Fabiano 13.5,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged white with light toast character to complement the creamy pear and melon flavors. It is full in the mouth, rounded and soft.",Vila Santa,10,86,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2008 Vila Santa White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2008-vila-santa-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2008,J. Portugal Ramos 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"Pink-colored, with flavors of soft caramel and sweet strawberry and just enough acidity to give some balance. It's easy, full in the mouth, bright and finally fresh.",Sexy Rosé,13,83,Alentejano,,,Fitapreta Vinhos 2008 Sexy Rosé Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitapreta-vinhos-2008-sexy-rose-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Fitapreta Vinhos ,White,US,"Pear drop aromas lead into a wine with less-than-optimal fruit. There is a suggestion of pear, but also overripe orange juice and cardboard. It doesn't quite come together.",,15,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Erath 13.5,Red,Spain,"Funky, sour, gumball aromas and flavors, and then not a whole lot else. Short on character, with little to make note of other than sweaty berry flavors, tartness and bramble.",,10,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Terracita 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terracita-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Terracita 13.5,White,US,"A massively constructed Chardonnay that's opulent and concentrated and bursts in the mouth with pineapple, lemon drop candy, Asian pear and white peach flavors of enormous ripeness. The entire production of 108 cases was aged in new oak, so there's a lavish veneer of sweet, smoky buttered toast. Sur lie aging is evident in the creaminess and ever so slight sourdough tartness that adds a piquant touch. This impressive Chard is at its best now in its flashy, flamboyant youth.",Pastorale Vineyard,100,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2007 Pastorale Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2007-pastorale-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Freestone 14.6,Red,US,"Hard to exaggerate the beauty of this single-vineyard Zin. It has the balanced elegance of a fine Cabernet, yet with Zinfandel's exuberant, briary flavors of wild forest berries, spices, Mexican molé sauce, anise, cola and sandalwood. Delicious and compelling, and a perfect pairing with your best grilled meats.",Dickerson Single Vineyard,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ravenswood 2007 Dickerson Single Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2007-dickerson-single-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ravenswood 14.9,Red,US,"A very nice, dry Cab Franc that shows real elegance and sophistication. The tannins are rather fierce, with a sandpapery astringency, and the wine shows a deep, pure core of red and black cherries. Delicious and complex, but those tannins need rich fare for balance. Lamb comes to mind.",,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,La Jota Vineyard 2006 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jota-vineyard-2006-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2006,La Jota Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"Oaky, fruity and tannic now, and not showing a great deal of attractiveness, but that's because it's a young wine badly in need of cellaring. Blended in equal parts of Merlot and the two Cabernets, and made with 70% new French oak, it's all unintegrated blackberries, cherries, violets, minerals, sweet cedarwood and vanilla spice. Quite a fine wine whose softly complex tannins will enable it to age. Try after 2011.",Terzetto,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2006 Terzetto Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2006-terzetto-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Volker Eisele Family Estate 15.5,Red,US,"Big, rich, extracted and just beautiful. It's a high-octane Zin, with high alcohol and ripe, spicy flavors, making it a classic example of its type. Just massive in blackberries, black cherries, beef teriaki, cola, pepper, Indian spices and sandalwood. Drink this decadently good wine from now–2013.",George's Vineyard,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JR Wine 2007 George's Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2007-georges-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,JR Wine 14.4,Red,US,"A very pale wine, barely more than a rosé in hue, but very flavorful. Enraptures the palate with vanilla-scented raspberry Newton, orange biscotti, cola, buttered cinnamon toast and sandalwood flavors that swirl into a long, spicy finish. Not an ager, but perfect now with grilled salmon or a fine ham.",Saralee's Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Eric Ross 2008 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-ross-2008-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Eric Ross 14.5,Red,Italy,This is a sophisticated and very modern approach to Vino Nobile di Montepulciano with an evident oak intervention that adds layers of spice and smoke to a rich palate of forest berry and blackberry. The wine is smooth and dense in the mouth and offers very impressive staying power. Give it another five years of cellar aging.,Asinone,65,92,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2006 Asinone (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2006-asinone-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Poliziano 14.8,Red,Australia,"Hews closely to the Dutschke style: Full and soft, with slightly jammy dark cherry-berry notes accented by cedar and Mexican chocolate. This is a velvety, immediately accessible Shiraz for relatively early drinking, delivered at a remarkably fair price.",Four Vineyards Gods Hill Road Lyndoch,30,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Dutschke 2006 Four Vineyards Gods Hill Road Lyndoch Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutschke-2006-four-gods-hill-road-lyndoch-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Dutschke 14.5,White,France,"The aromas of wood and orange marmalade hint at the richness of this wine. To taste, it is certainly powered by wood, but also has vivid freshness from crisp white peaches, spice and toast.",Emotion Sec,33,91,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château de Jurque 2008 Emotion Sec (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2008-emotion-sec-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Petit Manseng,2008,Château de Jurque 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a rich, chocolaty Sangiovese (with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon) from central Tuscany with cheerful notes of wild berries and cherries that make for a sophisticated but cheerful wine. It boasts good intensity and power and has enough body and natural crispness to match most meat dishes.",Gagliole,85,91,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Gagliole 2007 Gagliole Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gagliole-2007-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,2007,Gagliole 14.5,White,US,"A beautiful Viognier that showcases the variety's rich, exotic side. Offers a mouthburst of ripe grilled peaches, pineapples, green apples, honeysuckle and vanilla wrapped into a creamy, buttery texture. Try as an offbeat alternative to Chardonnay.",,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2008 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2008-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2008,Freemark Abbey 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a lively Tuscan Merlot with soft layers of spice and cola lavished over a solid core of black fruit. The aromas are pristine and focused and the wine makes an equally excellent impression in the mouth thanks to its soft, yielding tannins and sweet cherry flavors.",Poggio ai Merli,75,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2007 Poggio ai Merli Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2007-poggio-ai-merli-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2007,Castellare di Castellina 13,Red,Italy,"This is a well-integrated super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, although the 2005 vintage doesn't have quite the same intensity as 2004. The wine is well defined and sharp in the mouth with a tonic and bright quality of fruit.",Balifico,60,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 2005 Balifico Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2005-balifico-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Volpaia 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a nicely layered Sangiovese (with 15% Malvasia Nera) that offers aromas of cherry, blackberry, cola, chocolate and black vanilla bean. The wine also delivers sweet spice flavors that are fueled by a smooth, supple texture: It shows excellent wholeness and intensity of flavors.",I Sodi di San Niccolò,70,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2005 I Sodi di San Niccolò Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2005-i-sodi-san-niccolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2005,Castellare di Castellina 14.5,White,France,"The neglected third grape of white Bergerac (as also in Bordeaux), after Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, is Muscadelle. It forms the impressive base for this wine. It has a rich character, heavily spiced with wood, nutmeg, perfumed with violets and lemon verbena. This serious, impressive wine is for aging, the toast character still dominant.",Conti-ne,33,91,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2008 Conti-ne Muscadel (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2008-conti-ne-muscat-muscadel-bergerac-sec/,Muscadel,2008,Château Tour des Gendres 15,Red,Australia,"A warming, plush, velvety example of Barossa Shiraz, combining cedary oak with superripe, almost chocolaty fruit and brighter touches of red berries. It seems a bit closed on the nose at this stage; give it some time in the glass top open up. Best now–2015.",Testament,40,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 Testament Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-testament-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon 14.9,Red,US,"Not very pleasant now due to the sharpness and bitterness of the texture, as well as the wood tannins that come from aging in 100% new oak. The flavors are of primary fruit blackberries, cherries and black currants. This is a big wine now lacking in polish, but it should develop in the cellar and begin to acquire bottle bouquet after 2012, continuing to glide through 2018 or so.",Reserve,150,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Groth 15,Red,US,"A big, classically structured Cab, showing the dusty tannins, herbs and sour red cherry candy flavor of the Rutherford appellation. Should age well for 6–8 years.",,65,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,JR Wine 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,JR Wine 14.9,Red,US,"Shows the tight structure and hearty tannins of this mountain appellation, on the western side of Napa Valley. There's a huge core of ripe black currants, with a firm minerality. Give this fine wine four years in the cellar to soften and mellow, or decant now for a few hours.",Connoisseur Series,40,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Hawkstone 2007 Connoisseur Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2007-connoisseur-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hawkstone 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of new oak on this young Merlot, and the wood dominates, sending out waves of toast, clove and vanilla-buttered toast aromas. Oak tannins join the grapeskin tannins in making the mouthfeel hard and astringent. The underlying flavors are of blackberries, black cherries, red licorice and unsweetened baker's chocolate. It's a good wine that should develop bottle complexity through 2012.",,90,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,W.S. Keyes 2006 Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ws-keyes-2006-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,2006,W.S. Keyes 13,Red,France,"An intriguing blend of Négrette, Syrah and Malbec, this wine is a selection of the best lots of the vintage. It has purity of blackberry fruit, edged with an earthy, barnyard character. It is ripe, generous, but not overweight.",Le Bouissel,26,91,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2005 Le Bouissel Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2005-le-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2005,Château Bouissel 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautifully fragrant Vino Nobile di Montepulciano with well-integrated oak aromas of spice and cigar box followed by blackberry and chocolate. This is a proud, modern wine with loads of intensity and personality. Pair it with lamb or pork roast.",,30,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2006 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2006-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Poliziano 15.2,Red,US,"An exceptionally well-structured, elegant Merlot that would have been better if not for the vintage, which was less than stellar. Not fully ripe, the wine shows herb- and tobacco-influenced black cherry, blackberry, red currant and oak flavors, with complex notes of licorice, bacon and black pepper. Distinguished, but not an ager. Now–2011.",,90,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pahlmeyer 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pahlmeyer-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Pahlmeyer 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a nicely evolved Brunello with earthy tones that are often associated with the Sangiovese Grosso grape. You'll get dried berry, blackberry, exotic spice and a playful touch of bacon fat that adds dimension and depth. The wine is thick and hearty on the palate, so try a pairing with lamb or game meat.",Altezza,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Oriel 2001 Altezza (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2001-altezza-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2001,Oriel ,Red,US,"There are few varietal Petit Verdots in Washington, and even fewer pure varietals such as this, which goes right to the front of the pack. The fruit is sweet, tangy, grapey and young, with plum and cassis filling out the midpalate. The acids are juicy and natural, and the tannins—often aggressive and herbal with this grape—are polished and smooth.",,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2007 Petit Verdot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2007-petit-verdot-petite-columbia-valley-yakima/,Petit Verdot,2007,Olsen Estates ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Initially it seems very dry, but there is freshness as well. The wine has a sweet, jelly core, with soft tannins, well balanced. Raisins and black figs dominate, with the aftertaste bringing a firming of tannins and structure. Powerful and impressive.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,91,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Taylor Fladgate 14.3,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet that shows the soft tannins and earthy herbaceousness of Alexander Valley. On a fruitier note are the cherries and red currants that are accented by sweet, smoky oak. Spicy and dry, this polished wine wants a few years in the cellar. 2011–2015.",Reichel Vineyard,48,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Respite 2006 Reichel Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/respite-2006-reichel-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Respite ,Red,US,"This is the first time a Cabernet Franc has been made at Spring Valley since 2003. It's rich and earthy, tannic and concentrated, with plum and black cherry dusted with light mocha. Smooth and supple in the mouth, it glides into a tasty finish with toasted almonds.",Katherine Corkrum,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2007 Katherine Corkrum Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2007-katherine-corkrum-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Spring Valley Vineyard 14,Red,US,"A bit hard in tannins and stinging in acidity, but the lush, ripe flavors make up for it. Offers waves of black and red cherries, cola, licorice and bacon flavors, accented with sweet, smoky oak. Good now, and should develop for a few years.",,29,91,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Sinor-LaVallee 2007 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sinor-LaVallee 15,Red,South Africa,"A full-bodied wave of savory spice and rich fruit. Aromas of tobacco, mint, cassis and mocha lead, followed by smooth, luscious flavors of plum, smoke, and tobacco. Ageable but delicious now, the wine has a soft character that makes it good for solo sipping. It also will pair nicely with steaks and soft cheeses.",Liber II,51,91,Durbanville,,,Emineo 2007 Liber II Red (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emineo-2007-liber-ii-red-durbanville/,Red Blend,2007,Emineo 14,Red,France,"Ame means the spirit, the soul, and Alain Rotier believes this wine expresses the true nature of his Gaillac estate. On that basis, it's a place of great perfumes, coming through in the wine from wood as well as chunky black fruits. It is a relatively soft wine, the concentration in the dense fruit rather than the tannins.",L'Ame du Domaine,40,91,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2007 L'Ame du Domaine Duras (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2007-lame-du-other-red-duras-gaillac/,Duras,2007,Domaine Rotier 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a lovely Shiraz at a great price. It delivers blueberry and espresso on the nose, then expands on those themes in the mouth, providing a pleasant interplay of sweet and savory. It's creamy in texture without being soft, and finishes with commendable length.",The Footbolt,19,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Footbolt Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-the-footbolt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,D'Arenberg ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its dense color and sweet fruits, this is wine that works well, with a great rich, soft texture. There is a concentrated juicy and jammy character, with final approachable spice and acidity.",Late Bottled Vintage,22,91,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,W. & J. Graham's ,Red,US,"Deep and refined, this beautifully integrated Syrah opens with scents of briar, berry, and cherry. Details of light pepper, iron and earth are buoyed by vivid acids. Complex, aromatic and graceful.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Tulpen ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Delicious sweet raisin and mulled wine fruit, full of herbs and nutmeg spice. This is a ripe wine, but too heavy, showing some austerity, but no sign of tiring.",Late Bottled Vintage,35,91,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse 1999 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-1999-late-bottled-vintage-port-109578/,Port,1999,Smith Woodhouse ,White,US,"Dry and delicate with mixed fresh herbs, melon, green berry, spice and rock—lots of rock. It shows surprising length and develops nicely in the throat, seeming to add flesh as you taste. A really nice bottle.",Boushey Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2008 Boushey Vineyard Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2008-boushey-vineyard-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2008,McCrea ,Red,US,"Col Solare, the collaboration between Ste. Michelle and Antinori, brought in the first estate grapes this year, but it will be awhile before it becomes an estate wine. The current vintage uses five varieties from a half dozen vineyards scattered across four different AVAs. It's soft, fruity and open, with a firm core of black fruits wrapped into lightly smoky, polished tannins.",,70,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Col Solare 2006 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-2006-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Col Solare 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, tannic and dry Cabernet, but it's very elegant, and shows the pedigree of Alexander Valley at its best. Impeccably balanced in acidity and tannins, the fruit is pure blackberries and black currants, with a wonderful earthiness suggesting dried sage and thyme. Should develop nicely over the next 6–8 years.",Reserve,47,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Geyser Peak 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and a drop of Malbec, presumably for color and body, represents a big step forward for Justin. It has the structure and impressive dryness of a fine wine, with pure, deep flavors of black currants and cedar. Delicious and elegant, it should hold in the bottle for 3–5 years.",Savant,45,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2007 Savant Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2007-savant-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Justin 13.5,Red,Austria,"With wood and bottle aging before release, this is a serious Pinot Noir. But even the extra polish doesn't diminish the berry fruits and sweet, ripe tannins. The wine has a firm structure, but the juiciness is as important.",Reserve,46,91,Burgenland,,,Juris 2006 Reserve Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juris-2006-reserve-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2006,Juris 14.3,White,US,"The winery doesn't tell us where in this gigantic, multi-county region the grapes came from, but it's quite a good wine. Firm in citrusy acids, with a mineral undertow, it's a dry, elegant wine with complex notes of pineapples, buttered toast and creamy lees. Lots of oak, but it's integrated with the fruit.",,50,91,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Hestan 2007 Chardonnay (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Chardonnay,2007,Hestan 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of charm now for the roasted coffeebean, red cherry, pain grillé and sandalwood aromas and flavors that are wrapped into finely ground tannins. Shows real class and elegance despite its mountain tightness. Should develop bottle complexities through 2014 or or so.",,75,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Dyer 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyer-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dyer 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an inky, densely concentrated blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet with intense aromas of chocolate, coffee, ripe berry, plum and spice. The wine is rich, well textured and offers enormous length on the close. Those bright cherry flavors leave a rich and long impression.",Rainero,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Meleto 2005 Rainero Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-2005-rainero-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Castello di Meleto 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sweet oak notes are followed by cherry, chocolate and vanilla. This is a rich Cabernet Sauvignon with a modern and very pleasurable approach that puts emphasis on power, softness and intensity. Vibrant cherry flavors last many long minutes on the palate.",Coniale,45,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2005 Coniale Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2005-coniale-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Castellare di Castellina 14.7,Red,US,"Easy to like now for its rich, exuberant flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola, pomegranates, persimmons and oak that are so delectable through the spicy finish. Dry and silky, it's a Pinot Noir made for pairing with a smoky, grilled steak. Best now and for 3–5 years.",Manzana Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Manzana Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-manzana-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutton Estate ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bottled unfiltered (which means there is a sediment in the bottle), this is a fine wine, on the dry side, with firm tannins, fresh acidity and flavors of dried fruits. It has a solid, possibly ageworthy character.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,91,Port,,,Fonseca 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Fonseca 14.5,Red,France,"Powerfully rich, with plenty of the dry tannins of Tannat, but also rich sweet plum fruits and concentrated wood to soften and round. There is acidity, but it fits comfortably into the firm fruits and solid final chunkiness.",,20,91,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2007 Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2007-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2007,Château d'Aydie 15.5,Red,France,"When some of the greatest Cahors weigh in at 13.5% alcohol, there is no need for this 15.5% monster. It's a shame, because there is much to admire here, with the powerful bitter chocolate and the sweetest berry fruits, a wall of polished concentration. It needs aging for four years at least.",Cuvée Dame Honneur,60,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2005 Cuvée Dame Honneur Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2005-cuvee-dame-honneur-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2005,Château Lagrézette 13,Red,France,"With a little extra bottle age, this wine shows great charm and style. The dense fruits are finely restrained, but have all the solidity of a juicy Malbec, spiced with the driest tannin and a core of powerful minerality. For further aging, 3–4 years.",,30,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2006 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2006-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château du Cèdre ,White,US,"The fruit is forward and lush, the grapes nicely blended and complementary, yielding a complex, mouthfilling wine with a riot of tropical, stone and citrus fruit flavors. There is a trace of new oak and a lingering finish that brings in vanilla, butter and coconut.",Blanc des Coteaux,21,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Blanc des Coteaux White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-blanc-coteaux-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Olsen Estates ,White,US,"A wonderful follow-up to the debut vintage, this generous Chardonnay brings green apples, stone fruits and suggestions of pineapple, with a judicious use of new oak that refrains from becoming more than a pleasing nuance. Excellent balance, with a firm, lingering finish that brings in butterscotch and ripe, sweet lemon.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2007 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2007-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2007,Olsen Estates ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is definitely old, an acquired taste perhaps, the wine showing high wood acidity, with a tight character. Any fruit has gone, leaving pure acidity and a very mature texture.",40-years old Tawny,159,91,Port,,,Poças NV 40-years old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-40-years-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Poças 13,Red,Austria,"Dark berries dominate here, but there is also an intriguing edge of tight spiced minerality. With its strong acidity and important tannins, this is always going to be a wine with an austere side. But the weight is all there, as is the final black berry fruit.",Leithaberg,45,91,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2005 Leithaberg Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2005-leithaberg-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2005,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 14.4,Red,US,"This very rich, ripe and forward Pinot Noir can be opened now for its vast array of raspberries, cherries, cola, red licorice and smoky sandalwood. It grows more interesting as it warms in the glass, showing facets of pomegranates and violets. Will provide good drinking through 2014.",Karmen Isabella,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Karmen Isabella Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-karmen-isabella-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutton Estate ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"On the dry side, typical of Dow's, a wine with jellied fruits kept behind firm, young tannins. The wine has definite acidity, bracketing the tannins and dark fruits. The perfumed aftertaste is fresh, but still keeping that dry core.",Late Bottled Vintage,22,91,Port,,,Dow's 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Dow's ,Red,US,"A real success, this intensely spicy Syrah loads in mouth-softening flavors of buttermilk, cocoa and cinnamon. Lots of toast and coffee, with a creamy, textural mouthfeel. The rich, ripe, almost sweet cherry fruit is like a mouthful of fresh pie.",Les Collines,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tertulia 2007 Les Collines Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2007-collines-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Tertulia 13,Red,Italy,"Sweet aromas of cherry, blueberry, cinnamon and nutmeg appear at first but slowly give way to more complex aromas of toasted almond, cola and cedar. You'll enjoy the smoothness and suppleness of this Merlot that would pair with milk-marinated pork or sweet barbecue baby back ribs.",Il Tesoro,43,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terrabianca 2006 Il Tesoro Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2006-il-tesoro-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2006,Terrabianca 14.1,Red,US,"This is a beautiful Cabernet, and at this price, a super deal. It's dry and soft, with the dusty tannins and herbal flavors that mark Alexander Valley Cab. But you'll find rewarding notes of blackberries. A great job from this veteran winery.",,20,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Souverain ,Red,US,"Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon share top billing here, in a sleek, stylish, beautifully polished wine loaded with blackberries, black cherries and cassis. Firm and textural, it layers in subtle spices, dark chocolate, espresso and moist loam, all in delicate balance. The firmness of the tannins and tightness of the layering suggests that laying it down for a few years will only improve it further.",Artist Series #7 Red Wine,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2006 Artist Series #7 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2006-artist-series-7-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Soos Creek 13.5,Red,Austria,Cherries and wood complement easily in this wine that has a rich texture and an impressive varietal sweetness. Cocoa and rounded tannins complete an impressive wine.,Pinot Noir Reserve,58,91,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2007 Pinot Noir Reserve Pinot Noir (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2007-pinot-noir-reserve-carnuntum/,Pinot Noir,2007,Markowitsch 13,Red,Austria,"An impressive wine, now showing all the structure along with the bright cherry and plum flavors of St. Laurent. Bitter chocolate gives richness to the tannins, while acidity gives the whole wine great life to go with the concentration.",Frauenfeld Reserve,57,91,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2006 Frauenfeld Reserve St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2006-frauenfeld-reserve-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2006,Johanneshof Reinisch 14.5,Red,Chile,"Kingston's top-level Pinot Noir has been a consistent scorer for the past three vintages. The 2008 starts with pure raspberry and cherry aromas as well as tea accents, while the textbook palate has a proper feel and tasty raspberry and cherry flavors. Spice notes and integrated oak help it achieve its status as one of Chile's truest, most recognizable Pinot Noirs. Drink now through 2011; 300 cases made.",Alazan,30,91,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2008 Alazan Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2008-alazan-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kingston Family 14.5,Red,US,"A delicious, complex Merlot, although all the parts haven't come together and it needs time in the cellar. It's extraordinarily rich in oak-inspired black cherries, red currants, violets, cocoa, spices and sweet sandalwood, and it should develop nuance and bottle bouquet after 2012.",Frediani Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Selene 2007 Frediani Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2007-frediani-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Selene 14.5,Red,Chile,"Very nice Cabernet with a competent mix of earth, black fruit, olive and toast on the nose. The palate is firm, warm and spicy, with good balance and classy flavors of rich berry and chocolate. Lush, just sweet enough, balanced and long on the back end. Drink now through 2012.",Cima,50,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Porta 2006 Cima Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2006-cima-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Porta ,Red,US,"This is 70% Cabernet, 20% Merlot. Dark, tight and loaded with fruits, this balanced, juicy wine has it all—elegance, length, finesse and mouth appeal. Blackberry and black cherry fruits dominate, with light suggestions of pretty leaf, tobacco, earth and some iron.",Coalescence Red Wine,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2006 Coalescence Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2006-coalescence-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Tulpen ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This firmly tannic wine shows rich fruit and warm black berry flavors spiced with fig juice and sultanas. It is a solid, chunky effort, needing a few months' bottle age to achieve its full, impressive character.",Late Bottled Vintage,,91,Port,,,Niepoort 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Niepoort ,Red,US,"Really fragrant, with this vineyard's near-perfect mix of fruit, rock and barrel. This is restrained, elegant but powerful—raspberry fruit over crushed rock, with vertical structure, an immaculate mouthfeel, and a finish that continues to resonate for minutes after the swallow.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,AlmaTerra 2006 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaterra-2006-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2006,AlmaTerra 12.5,Dessert,France,"This is the lighter of two sweet wines from Ancienne Cure, but this is still pretty intense. It has great sweet marmalade and orange zest flavors, as much sweet as botrytized. Soft, round and opulent.",L'Abbaye,30,91,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2006 L'Abbaye (Monbazillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2006-labbaye-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 14,Red,France,"Blending Duras, Braucol and Syrah, this is a powerful wine, perfumed and dominated by tannins from fruit and wood. There is a great juiciness as well, with the black cherry and black currant fruits bursting around the mouth. For aging—allow at least 5–6 years.",Renaissance,23,91,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2006 Renaissance Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2006-renaissance-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2006,Domaine Rotier 14.5,Red,Italy,"The oak note is still a bit pungent here and the wine needs three or four more years of cellaring before reaching harmony. Beyond that, however, this super Tuscan blend offers a solid base of blackberry, spice, leather and tobacco.",Nearco,68,91,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Col d'Orcia 2005 Nearco Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2005-nearco-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2005,Col d'Orcia 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2007 Hickinbotham comes across as tight and in need of additional cellaring. Right now, it's showing only some subtle oak and spice framing dark fruit and earthy, savory notes. With its apparent richness and depth, give it until 2015 or so to come around, then drink it over the next 10 years.",Hickinbotham,75,91,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Hickinbotham Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-hickinbotham-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2007,Clarendon Hills 14,Red,Italy,"Sassello is an extremely well integrated wine with deep aromas of black cherry, forest berry, chocolate fudge and leather. The wine is sweet, succulent and round in the mouth with a slight alcoholic tug at the very end. Pair it with steak and green pepper cream sauce.",Sassello,80,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Verrazzano 2006 Sassello Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verrazzano-2006-sassello-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello di Verrazzano 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that spent 14 years in wood to give the deep gold color, the bitter marmalade flavors that are tightened by old wood. This is unctuous in its texture, but bright in its flavor. Ready to drink.",Colheita,53,92,Port,,,Poças 1994 Colheita (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-1994-colheita-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1994,Poças ,Red,US,"This is delicious, co-fermented with 4% Malbec. It opens with a fresh mix of berries, toast, chocolate and mocha; adding spice, a hint of pepper, and showing great balance. Though the alcohol hits 15%, the wine shows no heat in the mouth; it's supple and the fruit is absolutely delicious.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2006 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Tulpen 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a generous Bordeaux blend from Coastal Tuscany with luscious notes of chocolate, spice, sweet cherry, leather and pipe tobacco. There's a note of ripe fruit as well and the mouthfeel is driven by a powerful blast of exotic spice, clove and cardamom. Pair it with succulent sirloin.",Coronato,75,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta di Biserno 2006 Coronato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-biserno-2006-coronato-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2006,Tenuta di Biserno 14.4,Red,US,"Made in the Morgan style, which is big and powerful in fruit. Detonates on the palate with jammy cherries, black raspberries and cola, sprinkled with cinnamon and cocoa. Bone dry, with some hefty tannins and acids. Tastes direct and immature now, but should develop in the cellar over the next 4–6 years.",Garys' Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2007 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2007-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Morgan 14.2,Red,US,"A big, young Pinot Noir that shows brilliant stuffing and complexity, but it's rather heavy and tannic now, and not a wine to open before, say, 2011 at the very least. In its youth it displays rich, jammy flavors of red cherries, raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola, beef jerky and smoky sandalwood, and is very dry. Should evolve slowly through 2015 or beyond.",Starr Ridge Vineyard - Dijon Clones,50,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Starr Ridge Vineyard - Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-starr-ridge-vineyard-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gary Farrell ,Red,US,"This blend is dusty, fragrant and loaded with exotic baking spices, cocoa and black fruits. A rich, supple and seductive wine with a silky mouthfeel.",Marie's View Red,80,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2005 Marie's View Red Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2005-maries-view-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2005,Den Hoed 14.5,Red,Australia,"One of Clarendon Hills' more affordable wines, the 2007 Moritz Syrah carries an intriguing hint of green peppercorn on the nose, alongside blueberries and graham crackers. Then the flavors turn meatier and more savory, blending in black olives and coffee. It's medium in body and structured with silky tannins, making it immediately approachable. Drink now–2020.",Moritz,60,92,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Moritz Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-moritz-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2007,Clarendon Hills 14.5,Red,Australia,"The drought intensity of the 2007 vintage has left a strong mark on Roman Bratasiuk's entire lineup. The 2007 Brookman shows great intensity and powerful tar, blueberry, coffee and black olive aromas and flavors. Given this wine's concentration, it should last through 2020, perhaps longer.",Brookman,75,92,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Brookman Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-brookman-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2007,Clarendon Hills ,Red,US,"A stiff, tightly structured wine that could pass for Cabernet Sauvignon in most parts of the world. Cranberry and raspberry fruit vies with herb, black olive and dark smoky tannins for palate dominance. This is a wine to savor and to cellar.",,36,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Abeja 13.5,Red,Italy,"Extremely elegant but also understated, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese needs a few minutes in the glass before it reveals itself fully. Once it does, it offers beautiful notes of wild berries, spice and leather. The wine speaks highly of coastal Tuscany and offers a surprising blast of cool cherry on the close.",,120,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Grattamacco 2006 Bolgheri Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2006-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2006,Grattamacco 13.5,Red,Austria,"This could be the apotheosis of St Laurent, a powerful statement of great concentrated tannins and texture to go with the naturally red fruited character of the grape. Spice and cherry meld with mint from the wood and the wine ends with delicious fresh and pepper juiciness. For aging 2–3 years.",Ried Holzspur Grande Reserve,89,92,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2004 Ried Holzspur Grande Reserve St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2004-ried-holzspur-grande-reserve-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2004,Johanneshof Reinisch 14.5,Red,Austria,"There is power here, coming from superripe fruit. The flavors are of solid tannins, powered by black fruits, very rich and juicy, with pepper and acidity. It is dense in texture, definitely for aging.",Terra O.,46,92,Burgenland,,,Johann Heinrich 2007 Terra O. Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-heinrich-2007-terra-o-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Johann Heinrich 13,Red,Italy,"The 2004 vintage of Balifico is a very well integrated and harmonious wine with one part fresh cherry fruit, one part oak-related spice and one part aged elegance. It ends with smooth, soft tannins and a blast of more berry fruit on the close.",Balifico,50,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 2004 Balifico Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2004-balifico-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Volpaia ,Red,US,"Polished, smooth and elegant. Made in a feminine style that appeals for its lushness and accessible flavors of blackberries, cocoa, violets and cedar. Shows a pure pedigree in the balance and charm. The tannins suggest mid-term aging. Best after 2012.",Vecina,275,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2006 Vecina Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2006-vecina-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,BOND 13.5,Red,Chile,"A fine Chilean Cabernet with density, spice, sandalwood, herbs, warmth and mossy berry aromas. The palate has an impressive feel to it, integrated tannins, bold acidity and overall balance, and the finish is long and cool, with cassis and plum flavors that linger. Drink now and over the next two years.",House of Morandé,46,92,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2005 House of Morandé Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2005-house-red-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2005,Morandé 14,Red,Australia,"This is one of the early stars of South Australia's highly variable 2008 vintage. Herbal, smoky and vaguely peppery upfront, this is full bodied and creamy in texture without being soft, boasting intense raspberry and blueberry fruit framed by cedar and smoke. Finishes with surprising firmness and structure, but it should round into form by the end of 2010 and last through at least 2020.",,32,92,South Australia,Mount Benson,,Oliverhill 2008 Shiraz (Mount Benson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliverhill-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mount-benson/,Shiraz,2008,Oliverhill 14.6,Red,US,"Dark as midnight and very tannic and dry, this 100% Cabernet is somewhat forbidding in its turbulent youth. It's very astringent and chewy, and the palate has to work to bite through to the core of blackberries, black cherries and cassis. Has all the hallmarks of a wine that will benefit from extended aging. Give it at least until 2012 and try again.",State Lane Ranch,90,92,California,Napa,Yountville,Nickel & Nickel 2006 State Lane Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2006-state-lane-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Nickel & Nickel 14.5,Red,US,"From Chilean winemaker Aurelio Montes comes this Cab of considerable depth and power. It shows well-developed blackberry and cassis flavors. The tannins are significant. Give it until 2011 to begin to open, and it should drink well through 2014. Cellar Selection.",by Montes,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Angel 2006 by Montes Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-angel-2006-by-montes-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Napa Angel 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautifully executed 50-50 blend of Merlot from Avignonesi and Sangiovese from Capannelle with soft layers of cherry and blackberry packed tight between spice, cola and mesquite. The wine imparts a sense of wholeness and fullness thanks to its firm tannins and smoky aftertaste. Pair it with roast pork with wild rice and mushroom cream sauce.",50 & 50,105,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Avignonesi-Capannelle 2005 50 & 50 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-capannelle-2005-50-50-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Avignonesi-Capannelle 13.5,Red,Austria,"Biiri is the old name for vineyards in Deutschkreuz, the home of the Igler winery. This is a smooth, mint-perfumed wine, shot through with wood, but also bringing some solid red fruits to the fore. It is weighty, but not overpowering. For the wood to fully integrate, give it another year.",Biiri Reserve,34,92,Mittelburgenland,,,Hans Igler 2007 Biiri Reserve Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-igler-2007-biiri-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Hans Igler 14,Red,Austria,"The wine's name means “wide world” and, with its base of Bordeaux grapes, this is Triebaumer looking outside Austria. It is big, dark in color, piled high with black berry fruits and somewhat severe tannins. The structure is big, solid, very direct, but bringing in a strong wood element. Worth aging for 3–4 years.",Weite Welt,39,92,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2007 Weite Welt Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2007-weite-welt-red-burgenland/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Gunter Triebaumer 14.5,Red,US,"Easily one of the best Justin reds in years. An unusual blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, it shows a wonderful texture, courtesy of softly ripe tannins and just-in-time acidity. The flavors are all cherries: pie filling, red currants, and ripely fresh fruit off the tree on a hot summer day. Delicious and compelling.",Justification,45,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2007 Justification Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2007-justification-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Justin 13.5,Red,Austria,"This dark wine spent 15 months in wood, broadening the fruit, giving it ripeness. There is a strong line of tannins here, bringing out a dry core, but the black berry fruits remain very present. The final has spice, pepper and a tang of acidity.",Reserve,46,92,Burgenland,,,Juris 2006 Reserve St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juris-2006-reserve-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2006,Juris 13.7,Red,US,"Dense and a little heavy now, this concentrated young Pinot Noir needs time in the cellar. It's rich and ripe in black and red cherry pie filling, with notes of red currants, cola, anise, bacon and pepper. Simply too young, so give it 3–5 years if you can.",Rapley Trail Vineyard Block M Estate,68,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Rapley Trail Vineyard Block M Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-rapley-trail-vineyard-block-m-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dròmos is a bold and masculine wine with aromas of mature black fruit, spice, moist tobacco, campfire and black granite. The wine is structured and well-etched with brawn and staying power. It tastes sweet and ripe and lasts many long seconds on the palate.",Dròmos,60,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Verrano 2006 Dròmos Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-verrano-2006-dromos-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Poggio Verrano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Olmaia (100% Cabernet Sauvignon) delivers power and intensity with interwoven tones of ripe fruit, spice, forest floor and leather. The wine exhibits a rich and smooth texture that helps drive it along the palate in a soft and very pleasurable manner.",Olmaia,75,92,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Col d'Orcia 2005 Olmaia Cabernet Sauvignon (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2005-olmaia-cabernet-sauvignon-santantimo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Col d'Orcia 15,Red,Australia,"The Schild wines are always immediately accessible, and even its limited release Moorooroo bottling is no exception. It's soft and creamy-textured, but avoids any sense of heaviness. Instead, it delivers a broad, mouthfilling blend of red plums and herbal-savory notes. Drink now-2015.",Moorooroo Limited Release,85,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Schild Estate 2005 Moorooroo Limited Release Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2005-moorooroo-limited-release-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Schild Estate 13.8,Red,US,"Dense and somewhat aloof, this mountain-grown Pinot Noir has firm tannins that lock it down, and the oak has not yet been integrated with the fruit. It's all elbows, an awkward young wine that needs time. Give it 3–5 years to let the cherries, currants, vanilla, smoky cedar and spices meld together.",Rapley Trail Vineyard Block B Estate,68,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Rapley Trail Vineyard Block B Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-rapley-trail-vineyard-block-b-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thomas Fogarty 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant and sophisticated Riserva (in a gorgeous bottle with a pretty wax seal on the front that would look stunning on any formal dinner table) with generous aromas of black cherry, toasted almond and exotic spice. This 50-50 Sangiovese/Cabernet Sauvignon blend is full and luscious and makes a fabulous, long-lasting impression in the mouth.",Campaccio Selezione Riserva,69,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terrabianca 2005 Campaccio Selezione Riserva Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2005-campaccio-selezione-riserva-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Terrabianca 13.6,Red,US,"Marked by aggressive acidity and some dusty tannins, this Pinot is not showing well now. It's just too hard and tart. But the flavors are enormously ripe, and the finish is dry and silky and long. It all suggests cellaring to let the cherries, black raspberries and Dr. Pepper cola emerge from their tomb. Better after 2011.",Le Bon Climat Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Chanin 2007 Le Bon Climat Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanin-2007-le-bon-climat-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chanin 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a dry, briskly crisp young Pinot Noir that offers plenty of pleasure now and should develop in the bottle. It's a big wine, dark and saturated in cherries, blackberries and red plums, with the prettiest vanilla and toast flavors from oak. Should slowly develop through 2014.",Dierberg,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tyler 2006 Dierberg Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2006-dierberg-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Tyler 14,Red,Italy,"Thickly concentrated and dense in appearance, this Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon blend offers layer after intense layer of cherry, chocolate, spice and leather. The wine is thick, enduring and driven by richness and power. It tastes soft, chewy and succulent in the mouth.",Perlato del Bosco,50,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2006 Perlato del Bosco Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2006-perlato-bosco-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Tua Rita 14.6,Red,US,"Easily the best MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noir ever. Shows impressive depth and complexity, with rich flavors of cherries, red currants, cola, pomegranates, persimmons and smoky sandalwood, finished with tangy Asian spices. Tastes a bit jammy, suggesting a few years in the bottle.",Winemaker's Block Selection,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2007 Winemaker's Block Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2007-winemakers-block-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,MacMurray Ranch ,White,US,"Winemaker Bill Owen (the ‘O' in O•S) has a knack for making white wines from red wine vineyards. This pungent, ripe, stylish Sauvignon Blanc/Sémillon blend is a fine example. The fruit flavors are thick and juicy— pineapple, golden apple, citrus—and the herbaceous nature of the grape has been transmuted into a sweet grassy streak, supported with mouth-searing acids. It's a roller-coaster ride, and delicious all along the way.",Klipsun Vineyard S White,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,O•S Winery 2007 Klipsun Vineyard S White White (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2007-klipsun-vineyard-white-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,White Blend,2007,O•S Winery ,Red,US,"Certain Yakima valley vineyards attain a riveting complexity with Syrah—Dineen is one of them. The mix of wild berry, pomegranate syrup, coffee liqueur, composted earth, smoke and chocolate is compelling. This is Syrah that stands apart from most other New World versions, has the acid and balance to age, and the complexity to keep you coming back for another glass.",Dineen Vineyard,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,O•S Winery 2006 Dineen Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2006-dineen-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2006,O•S Winery 15,White,US,"Very dry, a lean, austere Chardonnay currently marked by aloof flavors of lemons, limes and oak. Yet there's something going on. As the wine warms in the glass it becomes richer, showing hidden pineapple tart, macadamia and crème brûlée. Firm, minerally acidity is there throughout, making for a mouthwatering cleanliness. Drink this streamlined, Chablis-like wine now–2013.",Unfiltered,60,92,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2007 Unfiltered Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2007-unfiltered-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Newton ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A well-balanced wine, bringing both rich fruit and sweet tannins to go with dense concentration. There is ripeness from black jam and sweet jelly, followed by a good core of dryness.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,92,Port,,,Fonseca 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Fonseca 14.3,White,US,"Superripe and oaky in pineapple, white peach purée, pear tart, buttered toast and vanilla-infused crème brûlée, this Chardonnay is saved from mere richness by crisp coastal acidity and a fine spine of minerals. Exotic and delicious, it's at its best now.",Split Rock Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bartz-Allen 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartz-allen-2008-split-rock-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Bartz-Allen ,Red,US,"This elegant, refined, ageworthy, pure Cabernet is sourced from the oldest vines at Windrow, which date back about two decades. There is plenty of round cherry fruit in the core of the wine, along with red plum, golden raisin, and Christmas cake spices. Cinnamon and chocolate scents waft up from the glass, nothing overblown, but exotic and compelling.",Windrow Vineyard,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2006 Windrow Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2006-windrow-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bunchgrass 14.4,White,US,"A beautiful wine, dry, complex and crisp, and easily one of the best white Rhône-style bottlings of the vintage. It shows brilliantly clean acidity that provides a brisk mouthfeel to the apricot, pineapple and pear flavors that rest on a firm ground of minerals. Great as a richer, more exotic alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",Saralee's Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Eric Ross 2008 Saralee's Vineyard Marsanne-Roussanne (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-ross-2008-saralees-vineyard-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2008,Eric Ross 15.5,Red,Australia,"Hugh Hamilton's top-of-the-line wine is the Jekyll & Hyde Shiraz-Viognier. In 2007, it's a full-bodied, richly textured wine filled with raspberry, cherry and chocolate aromas and flavors. Based on its somewhat chewy finish, it should last and evolve through at least 2020.",Jekyll & Hyde,48,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2007 Jekyll & Hyde Shiraz-Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2007-jekyll-hyde-shiraz-syrah-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Viognier,2007,Hugh Hamilton ,White,US,"A taut, tense fight between the acids and sugars highlight this excellent dessert wine. A strong streak of spicy grain runs straight through the compact citrus and honey fruit flavors. The sweetness is neither cloying nor syrupy—rather, it neatly laces the wine together.",The Estates Late Harvest,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2007 The Estates Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-estates-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2007,Milbrandt ,Red,US,"A strong effort from Olsen Estates, this 100% Syrah has fine varietal character, in a rough and tumble style. Cured meats, herbs, earth and hints of sea salt mingle with the wild berry fruit flavors. It's balanced and fresh, with lingering and nuanced flavors threading through the gulpable finish.",,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2007 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Olsen Estates ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"There are big tannins here on this rich, powerful wine, warm and ripe. There is a dry core, giving a dark, youthful herbal character, and the tannins along with final acidity. Although it is ready to drink, it also promises many years of aging.",Director's Choice Vintage,60,92,Port,,,Poças 2003 Director's Choice Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2003-directors-choice-vintage-port-109636/,Port,2003,Poças 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Brunello with a determined focus on sophistication and elegance. The wine is smooth and pristine and delivers delicate nuances of wild berry, graphite, smoke and Indian spice. The overall approach here is one that fully embraces Brunello tradition: the wine offers power and intensity but not in an exaggerated manner.",,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietranera 2004 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietranera-2004-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Pietranera 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very distinctive and highly unusual Syrah from organic and biodynamic producer Duemani (“two hands”). The main theme here is crushed black pepper but beyond that you will also encounter notes of blackberry, cured meat, leather and spice. Throughout it all, those beautifully pristine pepper tones truly define this wine.",Suisassi,120,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2006 Suisassi Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2006-suisassi-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2006,Duemani ,Red,US,"Impressively flashy, an opulent wine that immediately offers a blast of blackberries, cherries, currants, red licorice and cedar. But it's quite astringent in tannins. Age this Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend for 5–7 years.",Headwaters,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coho 2007 Headwaters Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coho-2007-headwaters-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Coho 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This lush red starts with aromas of cinnamon, plum and pepper, leading into a balance of black fruit, fresh acidity, warming spices and smoke. Rich but balanced by lively lift, it's a great food wine that will pair well with robust meat dishes. Hold for more integration or enjoy now.",Z,30,92,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2007 Z Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2007-z-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,De Toren 14.6,Red,US,"Absolutely delicious now, this barrel selection of Tandem's different vineyard designates dazzles with flashy flavors of raspberry and cherry tart, cola, persimmon, pomegranate and cinnamon-pepper, elaborated with the bubbling brown sugar accents of oak. Should last for quite a long time without gaining complexity, so best now–2012 with things like grilled salmon, lamb or a fine steak.",Auction Block,60,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Tandem 2007 Auction Block Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2007-auction-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tandem 14.1,Red,US,"Shows the full-bodied richness and fruity concentration of all Fogarty's Pinots. Brims with red and black cherries, red currants, cola, anise, pepper, butterscotch and sandalwood flavors that are strong, and framed in strong tannins. Needs 3–6 years in the cellar to knit together and gather balance.",Windy Hill Vineyard Estate,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Windy Hill Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-windy-hill-vineyard-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14,Red,Austria,"A big, impressive wine, smoky and juicy, the wood an important element in its youthful state. Blackberries, spice and black cherry flavors are there along with cocoa and broad tannins. It is a beautiful wine, for aging 4–5 years.",Rosenberg,58,92,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2007 Rosenberg Red (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2007-rosenberg-red-blend-austrian-carnuntum/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Markowitsch 15,Red,US,"This is a big, sweetly oaked wine notable for its ripe flavors and sheer opulence. It's distinctly Californian in the massive, rather jammy blackberries, cherries and raspberries, and shows good balance in the richness of tannins and savory acidity. Delicious as it is, it's all primary fruit now. Give it 2–3 years to mellow.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Modus Operandi 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/modus-operandi-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Modus Operandi 14.5,Red,Australia,"A relative bargain amid top-quality McLaren Vale Shiraz, the 2005 Top of the Hill Shiraz is beginning to show some softening and signs of maturity, yet remains intensely perfumed and flavored. Coffee bean and black olive notes start it off, backed by enough fruit richness to give it an expansive mouthfeel and long finish. Drink now–2015.",Top of the Hill,29,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,The Old Faithful 2005 Top of the Hill Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-faithful-2005-top-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,The Old Faithful 13,Red,Italy,"Modern and focused, but generous and intense at the same time, Ceppate (90% Cabernet Sauvignon with 10% Merlot) is a beautifully shaped wine with equal parts fruit and spice. It is soft and slightly sweet on the palate but also delivers extraordinary length and persistency.",Ceppate,69,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terrabianca 2005 Ceppate Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2005-ceppate-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Terrabianca 14.3,Red,US,"There's a fine coastal Pinot Noir in here, but right now it's buried under fresh, tart acids and astringent tannins. There's a rich heart of cherries, red currants, cola, bacon, pepper and smoky sandalwood, and the finish is rich and spicy. The wine wants two or three years to come around.",Anniversary Cuvée,50,92,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sinor-LaVallee 2007 Anniversary Cuvée Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2007-anniversary-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sinor-LaVallee 14,Red,Italy,"Poggio Nardone delivers a thick and succulent Brunello with ripe notes of forest fruit and blackberry backed by spice and tobacco leaf. The wine is dense, creamy and ends with a note of sweetness followed by lingering smoke and spice.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2004 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2004-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Poggio Nardone 14.9,White,US,"A very nice Chardonnay that has the dusty, herbal tug that Napa Chards often display. Otherwise it's very rich, with potent pineapple pie and peach tart flavors, enriched with creamy lees and buttery new oak. Drink now–2012.",,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pahlmeyer 2007 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pahlmeyer-2007-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Pahlmeyer 14,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and plushly textured, this is a rich, heavily oaked wine that successfully marries menthol- and coffee-scented oak with intense raspberry fruit. The tannins are soft and well ripened while the fruit remains fresh despite its long sojourn in oak. Dramatic and lush; drink now-2015.",Lunar Block,100,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Kurtz Family 2005 Lunar Block Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kurtz-family-2005-lunar-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2005,Kurtz Family ,White,US,"Even in a high acid vintage such as 2008, this is rich, almost oily, a full-throttle wine well-endowed with full-bodied fruit flavor. Though 50% new oak is used, the barrels are bigger (92 gallons instead of 55) which reduces the toastiness. A wine that will not disappoint fans of the John Abbott/Abeja style.",,36,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Abeja 2008 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Abeja 14.5,Red,Australia,"Whereas the 2005 Tappa Pass was accessible upon release, the 2006 is somewhat closed, with hints of asphalt dampening the floral and mocha aromas. It's a medium to full-bodied Shiraz loaded with complex notes of blackberry, coffee and roasted meat, followed up with firm tannins and acids, suggesting at least 3–4 years of cellaring. Drink 2015–2025.",Tappa Pass Vineyard Selection,75,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Henschke 2006 Tappa Pass Vineyard Selection Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2006-tappa-pass-vineyard-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Henschke 13.5,Red,France,"An impressive wine, balancing the dark, dense tannins and fruit with ease and style. Black plums fit well with sweet black figs and ripe acidity, sustained by just the right amount of wood. It is powerful, but not overpowering.",L'Excellence,30,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Reyne 2007 L'Excellence Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reyne-2007-lexcellence-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château la Reyne 14.5,Red,Australia,"In 2007, the Liandra Syrah is one of CH's more complex offerings, combining dark chocolate and dried fruit notes with juicier raspberry fruit. It's all tied together by a fine dusting of baking spices and a velvety texture. Long and just a touch warm on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Liandra,60,92,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Liandra Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-liandra-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2007,Clarendon Hills ,White,US,"One quarter of this wine went through malolactic, and it retains a riveting acidity. Pineapple and citrus fruit is wrapped in rock. It's very young and tight, but along with sharp lime and citrus come fleshier stone fruit flavors and hints of melon and caramel. Give this plenty of breathing time, or decant it.",Conner Lee Vineyard,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2008 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2008-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Buty 13.9,Red,US,"This is a Pinot you have to use your judgment on concerning ageability, because it's too young now. It's very jammy-fruity in raspberries, cherries, bacon and cola, with sweet, smoky oak not yet integrated. But it's a beautifully structured, balanced wine of great integrity, and should develop in the bottle. Best after 2011.",Fe Ciega Vineyard,54,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2007 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2007-fe-ciega-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Longoria 14.2,White,US,"A beautiful, complex and compelling wine that shows how well Napa can perform at Sauvignon Blanc, if it really wants to. It moves to the front ranks for its dryness, crispness and elegance, while delivering plenty of delicious flavor. Pineapples, lemons and limes flood the mouth, without the slightest grassy unripeness, and with a tantalizing hint of flowers and minerals. Totally elegant and sophisticated, a great white wine for the finest fare.",,33,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Modus Operandi 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/modus-operandi-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Modus Operandi 13,Red,Austria,"This is Judith Beck's flagship wine, a single vineyard Blaufränkisch, firmly tannic, solid, chunky, but still keeping a wonderfully perfumed character. The fruit is very pure, black berry juice dominant, along with acidity. Impressive and worth aging.",Altenberg,60,93,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2006 Altenberg Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2006-altenberg-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2006,Judith Beck 13.5,Red,Australia,"Shiraz complexity in a glass: herbal, smoky and meaty, all tied together by a core of berryish fruit. This is classic cool-climate Shiraz, combining concentration and flavor intensity with medium body and barely perceptible tannins. It's elegant and nuanced, never rich or heavy, with a long finish. Drink now-2025.",Underhill,75,93,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2007 Underhill Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2007-underhill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Yarra Yering 14.6,Red,US,"This densely structured wine is so dry and tannic the palate just puckers up into resistance. Buried deep down are massive and properly proportioned flavors of blackberries, black currants, dark unsweetened chocolate and smoky new oak. This intense 100% Cabernet should begin to blossom by 2012 and last for many years.",Vogt Vineyard,90,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Nickel & Nickel 2006 Vogt Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2006-vogt-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Nickel & Nickel 13.5,Dessert,France,"Harvested in November 2007, this is sweet wine from the Madiran region of Gascony. In fact, it has dryness as much as sweetness, with perfumed flavors of white figs, nutmeg and touches of wood. The acidity goes right through to keep it all beautifully fresh.",Symphonie d'Automne,25,93,Southwest France,Pacherenc du Vic Bilh,,Domaine Berthoumieu 2007 Symphonie d'Automne (Pacherenc du Vic Bilh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthoumieu-2007-symphonie-dautomne-other-white-petit-manseng-pacherenc-vic-bilh/,Petit Manseng,2007,Domaine Berthoumieu ,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with 18% Cab Franc and 9% Merlot, this is sculpted with refined dark fruits, streaks of mineral, coffee, iron and earth, and a compelling density.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,33,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Soos Creek 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2007-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Soos Creek 14.8,Red,US,"A big, fruity and way too young Pinot that badly wants time in the cellar. It's bone dry and tannic, but with a silky texture that frames ripe, primary flavors of cherries, red currants, cola, bacon and spices, accented with fine, smoky oak. Give it through 2010 to come around, and should age for another six years beyond that.",Talley-Rincon Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Sinor-LaVallee 2007 Talley-Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2007-talley-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sinor-LaVallee ,Red,Australia,"The wine is a bit peppery upfront, its bold blueberry and blackberry fruit marked by anise shadings. Medium to full in body, the texture is rich and velvety, with some dusty tannins on the finish that suggest ageability. Although it is approachable now, this long-distance runner will probably be at its best from 2015-2025.",Michael,70,93,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2005 Michael Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2005-michael-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2005,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 14.6,Red,US,"Shows classic Oakville tannins that are big, ripe, and intricate, but hard, entirely opposite to the softness of the modern cult style. The fruit suggests blackberries and cassis, enriched with smoky-sweet, spicy oak. It's a beautifully structured, dry and elegant 100% Cabernet, but it's too tannic for full enjoyment now. Better 2012–2016.",John C. Sullenger Vineyard,90,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2006 John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2006-john-c-sullenger-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Nickel & Nickel ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Lovely, ripe, mature fruit underlies great toffee richness, a serious amount of wood tannin and acidity. The flavors are of old caramel and dark brown sugar. This is an impressive wine that balances age with continuing freshness.",30-years old Tawny,70,93,Port,,,Poças NV 30-years old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-30-years-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Poças 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cedar, blackberry, plum and dark chocolate aromas and flavors give this poised red blend a mysterious edge. Anise and pepper add a spicy kick, the whole package rolls out in one impressive, rich wave, ending with a spicy finish. An ageable wine with great character and poise. One of South Africa's best.",Fusion V,45,93,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2007 Fusion V Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2007-fusion-v-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,De Toren 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sweet spice aromas of cinnamon and vanilla come at the heels of bright berry fruit and cherries. This is a plush, modern Merlot (with 15% Cabernet Sauvignon for extra texture and dimension) that offers well-integrated layers of fruit and oak spice. The mouthfeel is round, soft and long-lasting.",Desiderio,57,93,Tuscany,Cortona,,Avignonesi 2006 Desiderio Merlot (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2006-desiderio-merlot-cortona/,Merlot,2006,Avignonesi 14.5,Red,US,"The fine tannins and perfect acidity give structure to this ripe Pinot Noir, making it instantly likeable now, but it's really a wine to guard for a few years. Thoroughly dry, it shows rich, deep flavors of red and black cherry purée, Dr. Pepper cola, anise and sandalwood, leading to a long, spicy finish. Cellar this lovely wine until 2011, if you can keep your hands off it.",Estate,50,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Toulouse 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toulouse-2007-estate-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Toulouse 14.5,Red,France,"This is the show stopper of the range from Alain Dominique Perrin's Lagrezette. It expresses the most powerful Malbec tannins and superripe fruit, without losing sight of the mineral edge. The fruit of this beautiful wine, while opulent, is poised with fine acidity.",Le Pigeonnier,110,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2003 Le Pigeonnier Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2003-le-pigeonnier-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2003,Château Lagrézette ,Red,US,"Starts with a beautiful ruby color that's so pretty and gleaming. Appeals right away for its rich, attractive sour cherry candy, vanilla and anise aromas and flavors that are well-integrated with smoky oak. The tannins are firm, but ultra-refined, and the finish is entirely dry. A well-made, elegant wine of place that needs time. 2012–2018.",Melbury,275,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2006 Melbury Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2006-melbury-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,BOND 15.5,Red,US,"A very big, rich and full-bodied Pinot that may strike some as too voluminous, but it sure is delicious. Shows intricate flavors of cherry tart, red currants, Dr. Pepper cola, anise, black pepper, sandalwood and smoke, wrapped into a silky texture. Drink now through 2013.",Clone 667,48,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2007 Clone 667 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2007-clone-667-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cambria ,Red,US,"Just one barrel was made of this complex, nicely sculpted, 100% Malbec. It's from fourth leaf fruit, showing bright and fresh raspberry flavors, compact herbs, and streaks of tar and earth. A floral note (clover?) comes in as the wine breathes open. Still young and slightly reduced, it will reward decanting.",Frazier Bluff Vineyard,32,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2007 Frazier Bluff Vineyard Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2007-frazier-bluff-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2007,Bunchgrass 14.9,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, ripe, full-bodied and opulent. Each of the constituent varieties, which are Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Petite Sirah, makes its contribution. It's dry and complex, with waves of blackberries and black currants, violets, chocolate, leather and spices, wrapped into sturdy but refined tannins. Should age well through at least 2013.",Vicarious,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Modus Operandi 2007 Vicarious Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/modus-operandi-2007-vicarious-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Modus Operandi ,Red,US,"Concentrated and focused, it is expressive right out of the bottle, supple and clearly defined. Floral, darkly fruited, bursting with black cherry and cassis, detailed with licorice and stone, this excellent wine will be difficult to put away for aging, but well worth the effort.",Red Wine,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pirouette 2006 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pirouette-2006-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Pirouette 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Zinfandel that shows the variety's spicy, briary personality in a balanced, elegant way. Dry and rich in brisk tannins, it has complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, sweet tobacco, anise, cola, cocoa, sandalwood and dusty spices. Drink now–2013 before it starts to lose its fruit.",Barricia Single Vineyard,35,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2007 Barricia Single Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2007-barricia-single-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ravenswood 14.8,Red,Australia,"The Dutschke style favors plenty of richness and ripeness, and the 2006 St. Jakobi wears it extremely well. Aromas of chocolate, cinnamon and plum pudding accurately presage the flavors, and the wine is correspondingly full and lush. Don't look for a crispness and focus; this wine floods the palate with ripe fruit and gentle baking spices. Drink now–2016.",St. Jakobi Single Vineyard,38,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Dutschke 2006 St. Jakobi Single Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutschke-2006-st-jakobi-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Dutschke 12.5,Dessert,France,"This is a gorgeous wine, the ripe fruit of the year giving weight, the dry botrytis giving intensity. Ginger, sweet orange and a big burst of citrus all balance so well.",L'Extase,57,93,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2003 L'Extase (Monbazillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2003-lextase-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2003,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure ,Red,US,"Brambly fruits highlight this southern Rhône-style red blend. It's a deeper, earthier, more complex version of the winery's Subduction Red—here there is more concentration and a sauvage (or animal) aspect that adds complexity. Fresh and persistent, this is one of Washington's best Rhône blends.",Cuvée Elena Red Wine,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2007 Cuvée Elena Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2007-cuvee-elena-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Syncline 14.5,Red,Australia,"Made by Dan Standish, this resembles the wines under his own label in its sense of elegance and proportion. It's big, but not too big, with intriguing aromas of smoke, blueberries and pepper, followed up by flavors of blueberry, cherry and spice. Drink now-2020.",The Eleventh Hour,48,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Massena 2006 The Eleventh Hour Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massena-2006-eleventh-hour-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Massena ,Red,US,"Three quarters Cab Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, all from the Champoux vineyard. A dark, smoky, earthy wine loaded with flavors of loam, coffee grounds, baking chocolate, black cherry and cassis. Dense, detailed and delicious, this represents exceptional value.",Champoux Vineyard,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,O•S Winery 2006 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2006-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2006,O•S Winery 13.5,Red,Austria,"If you want power and concentration, look no further. But what is also good about this wine is the velvet texture of ripe berry and cherry fruits, with the tannins fitting round like a tight glove. It is obviously going to age well—over 4–5 years and more.",Comondor,63,93,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2004 Comondor Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2004-comondor-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2004,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 14.6,Red,US,"An enormously rich, extracted Cabernet, with dramatically layered blackberry, black currant and dark chocolate flavors, liberally accented with smoky new oak. The wine finishes bone dry, with considerable tannic astringency. Too tough and gritty to drink now, but should develop effortlessly over the next 6–8 years, at the very least.",Martin Stelling Vineyard,140,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2006 Martin Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2006-martin-stelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Nickel & Nickel 13.5,Red,Austria,"A selection from Weninger's Hochäcker vineyard gives classic Blaufränksich earthiness, with firm tannins tamed by bursting cherry and damson juice flavors. The wine has power, concentration, impressive weight.",Veratina Cuvée,,93,Mittelburgenland,,,Weninger 2006 Veratina Cuvée Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2006-veratina-cuvee-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2006,Weninger 15,Red,Australia,"A big, burly, muscular expression of Barossa Shiraz, with mouthcoating tannins that frame rich flavors of chocolate, cedar, vanilla and just enough plummy fruit to support all of the new oak. Give this 3-4 years to integrate and mellow.",Eligo,99,93,South Australia,Barossa,,John Duval Wines 2006 Eligo Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-duval-wines-2006-eligo-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,John Duval Wines 14,Red,Austria,"A complex wine that showcases the straight lines of Cabernet Sauvignon, with smoother fruit from Merlot. Smoke and tobacco aromas are welcoming. The palate is held together by polished wood flavors, with black currants. An impressive wine for aging.",Bela Rex,30,93,Burgenland,,,Gesellmann 2007 Bela Rex Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2007-bela-rex-red-burgenland/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Gesellmann 13.5,White,US,"Quite a good Chardonnay, made from Freestone's vineyards in the chilly southwestern part of the appellation, where coastal winds sweep in. Acidity and minerality give structure to the pineapple, honeysuckle, crème brûlée and buttered toast flavors. Drink this elegant wine now with upscale fare.",,75,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Freestone 13,Dessert,France,"Flavors of ripest apricots with orange zest, mango juice and a powerful core of botrytis. This is a beautiful wine, with an exotic character that continually fascinates. Ready to drink.",Séduction,25,93,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château de Jurque 2005 Séduction (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2005-seduction-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2005,Château de Jurque 14,Red,Italy,"This exciting vintage of Nearco shows excellent harmony and concentration with aromas of cherry, blackberry, prune, spice and toasted wood. The wine is smooth, velvety, rich and extremely succulent. In fact, its natural softness is what makes it exceptional.",Nearco,68,93,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Col d'Orcia 2004 Nearco Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2004-nearco-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2004,Col d'Orcia ,Red,US,"Feels hard in tannins, with firm acidity. Not a wine you want to drink now for this tough astringency. Buried deep down inside is a core of blackberries, currants, minerals and oak. This 100% Cabernet was grown at the 1,800 foot level of Diamond Mountain, whose red wines are notoriously tough in youth. Give it 6–8 years.",SummitVine Ranch,52,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Coho 2006 SummitVine Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coho-2006-summitvine-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Coho 14.5,Red,Australia,"Verging on impenetrable, this is a dark and intensely concentrated offering. Aromas of asphalt, black olive and tea leaves hint at the complexities yet to emerge, while the richly tannic palate is chewy and drying yet mouthwatering at the same time. Drink 2015–2025.",Piggott Range,110,93,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Piggott Range Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-piggott-range-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2007,Clarendon Hills 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe and thickly extracted wine with sweet aromas of cherry liqueur, moist tobacco, cured meat and exotic spice. It's big and bold on all levels and needs to be paired with an equally succulent food like grilled steak. You'll get chocolate, espresso and mesquite over the wine's rich and velvety close.",,112,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2006 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2006,Tua Rita ,Red,US,"A magnificent wine for its lush opulence and dramatic structure. Shows concentrated flavors of red and black sour cherry candy, red currants, coffee, dried herbs, anise and sandalwood, wrapped into gorgeously soft, refined tannins. Very fine and complex, and will age well. 2012–2018.",St. Eden,275,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2006 St. Eden Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2006-st-eden-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,BOND 13.5,Red,Austria,"A highly perfumed wine from old vines, aged for 24 months in wood. The tannins are dusty, with wood very present but not overwhelming the fruit. It is rich and structured, but also sophisticated and elegant, with final ripe black fruits showing well.",Dürrau Cuvée,,94,Burgenland,,,Weninger 2006 Dürrau Cuvée Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2006-durrau-cuvee-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2006,Weninger ,White,US,"The Poet's Leap Riesling continues its string of outstanding vintages, once again exceptionally concentrated and complex. The high-acid 2008 vintage adds extra juicy vibrancy to the fruit, giving the wine an impression of dryness (though it is a bit over 1% residual sugar) and a dense, layered fruit component. A mix of old vine and German clones, this is a superb effort.",,20,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Poet's Leap 2008 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poets-leap-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Poet's Leap ,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Wallula vineyard, made by Gilles Nicault of Long Shadows. A tight, focused, pure, firm, classic Cabernet Sauvignon, it offers bucket loads of sweet cassis and cherry fruit, sculpted with crisp acids and polished tannins. A big, supple bottle that gracefully unwraps itself to show streaks of graphite, licorice, smoke and coffee; it could pass for a cult Cab from one of Napa's great boutiques.",Andreas,80,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2006 Andreas Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2006-andreas-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Den Hoed 14.8,Red,US,"A terrific Zinfandel, with a polished, pretty structure and ripe, vibrantly classic Zinny flavors. Floods the mouth with berries, cola, licorice, mocha and dusty spices, wrapped into beautifully fine, ripe tannins. Impossible to resist sip after sip. Defines Russian River Zinfandel at its best.",Belloni Single Vineyard,35,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ravenswood 2007 Belloni Single Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2007-belloni-single-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ravenswood 14.2,Red,US,"Quite a noble, interesting wine that bears comparing with the best of Napa Valley. It's bone dry, with softly dusty tannins backed with a firm hit of clean acidity. The flavors are somewhat herbal, with a sage and tobacco edge to the blackberries, dark chocolate and graphite. Feels classy and important, but young. Better after 2012.",Pickberry Vineyards,50,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Ravenswood 2006 Pickberry Vineyards Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2006-pickberry-vineyards-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ravenswood 14.8,Red,US,"The structure and pedigree of this fine wine are immediately apparent. It hits the mouth with a wonderful balance of ripe fruit, fine tannins, firm acidity and perfectly integrated oak. The deep flavors of blackberry jam spread onto buttered toast, and drizzled with anise liqueur and melted chocolate, are irresistable. But the tannins are still hard. Decant now for a few hours, or drink through 2014.",Oroppas,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2006 Oroppas Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2006-oroppas-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,St. Clement 13.5,Red,France,"Despite the 100% new wood, this wine (GC stands for Grand Cru) is beautifully restrained. It has such delicious fruit and the ripest of tannins, pierced with the wood flavors, but never dominated by them. It is obviously a wine for aging, still bursting with fresh fruit and acidity.",GC,135,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2006 GC Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2006-gc-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château du Cèdre 14.5,Red,Italy,"The oak element is still strong at this point so give this super Tuscan blend a few more years of cellar aging. Inky, black concentration is followed by mature cherry, chocolate, vanilla bean and espresso. You can't help but love a wine like this because of its extraordinary succulence and intensity.",Giusto di Notri,75,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2006 Giusto di Notri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2006-giusto-notri-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Tua Rita 14,Red,Italy,"Solengo is a masterfully crafted super Tuscan blend of Petit Verdot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with seamlessly integrated wood notes that form a modern and proud personality. Aromas include black cherry, exotic spice and chocolate and the wine's flavors are enduring and smooth. Cellar it for five more years at least.",Solengo,70,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Argiano 2006 Solengo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2006-solengo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Argiano 13.5,Red,US,"The first thing you notice is the complexity of flavor, carrying waves of wild forest raspberries and cherries, framboise and other liqueury, extracted tastes, sprinkled with rose petal, Dr. Pepper cola and exotic spices, and rounded off with smoky sandalwood. Then the tannins and acids kick in, emphasizing extreme dryness. There are dozens of Pinot Noirs that are more drinkable now, but this is such an interesting interpretation that it deserves a place in your cellar. Try after 2013.",Pastorale Vineyard,100,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2007 Pastorale Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2007-pastorale-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Freestone 13.5,Red,Austria,"One of Austria's most successful Pinot Noirs, exhibiting both the wild cherry and jammy red berry fruits of the grape and also impressive Burgundian tannic structure. It is big, dense, powerful, a juicy streak of acidity giving a powerful element. Age for 3–4 years.",Unter den Terrassen zu Jois,65,94,Burgenland,,,Umathum 2006 Unter den Terrassen zu Jois Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umathum-2006-unter-den-terrassen-zu-jois-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2006,Umathum 13.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its excellent quality and universal appeal, you can count on Tignanello to make an excellent impression with any elegant meal. Based on Sangiovese, with a small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine delivers an interesting power play that pits cherry fruit against vibrant spice. It is tight and firm in the mouth with a slightly sweet or soft note on the close.",Tignanello,95,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Antinori 2006 Tignanello Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2006-tignanello-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Marchesi Antinori 15,Red,Italy,"We are extremely impressed with this vintage of Luce (made by Frescobaldi and Mondavi in Montalcino, Tuscany). The blend of Merlot and Sangiovese is amazingly modern, pleasurable and penetrating with a huge focus on black cherry and chocolate fudge aromas. The tannins are tight and focused and the wine could use another five years of cellaring.",Luce,90,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Luce della Vite 2006 Luce Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luce-della-vite-2006-luce-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Luce della Vite 14.2,Red,US,"This big, young Pinot should have been held back before release, because it's really tannic and primary now, making its future hard to evaluate. However, it seems a likely cellar candidate. It's fresh in acids and clearly has a pedigree of terroir, showing mineral-infused raspberries, cherries, rhubarbs, wild strawberries, and pomegranates, accented with rich, smoky oak. The texture is pure silk, and the finish is firmly dry. Give it until 2012, at the very least.",Bill and Joan's Special Selection,75,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2008 Bill and Joan's Special Selection Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2008-bill-joans-special-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,W.H. Smith 14.4,Red,US,"A powerful, compelling young Pinot Noir notable for its depth of flavor and classic structure. Floods the palate with waves of raspberries, cherries, cola, sweet pomegranates, persimmons and spices that last long and clean on the finish. For all that, the wine is thoroughly dry, with firm, fine tannins. Try to age it until at least 2011, if you can.",Dutton-Thomas Road Vineyard,52,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Dutton-Thomas Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-thomas-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dutton Estate 14.2,White,US,"The vintage was very kind to Chardonnay, and the balance shows in the fantastically ripe, exotic pineapple tart, lemondrop candy, buttered toast, sandalwood and sweet, dusty spice flavors of this immaculately dry, crisp wine. It's strong and impressive now, and not particularly subtle, but should have a narrow window of near perfection. 2011–2013.",Rochioli-Allen Vineyards,41,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Rochioli-Allen Vineyards Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-rochioli-allen-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Gary Farrell 14.5,White,France,"Luc de Conti's quest for perfection in wood aging white wines reaches its apogee here, a pure Sauvignon Blanc. The ripe spice, quince and lemon flavors mingle together in a powerful wine that keeps surprising elegance. Age for another year for final integration.",Anthologia,135,94,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2007 Anthologia Sauvignon Blanc (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2007-anthologia-sauvignon-blanc-bergerac-sec/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Château Tour des Gendres ,Red,US,"Very dark, dramatic, opulent, but young. Opens with brooding aromas of black currants, cassis and spices, and turns dense in tannins in the mouth. Deeply refined, concentrated, intense, bone dry. A classic Napa wine in every sense, and one in need of extended cellaring. 2012–2018. The release date is Spring 2010.",Pluribus,275,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2006 Pluribus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2006-pluribus-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,BOND 14.5,Red,US,"A fabulously rich and approachable Pinot Noir that offers everything now, yet will also age. The considerable tannins will protect it in the cellar for a good 6–8 years, but it's so fresh and vibrant in cherries, red currants and oak-inspired red licorice that it's hard not to drink it now. Hard to exaggerate the deliciousness factor.",Southing,50,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2007 Southing Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2007-southing-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sea Smoke 14.7,Red,US,"A spectacular Pinot Noir, but you don't want to open it anytime soon. Shows the pedigree of this vineyard, a superbly balanced wine rich in acidity and minerals. The fruit? Black and red cherries, blackberries, cola, cocoa powder and red currants, enriched with smoky cedarwood. Beautiful, but needs time. The window is 2011–2013.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,70,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Paul Lato 2007 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-lato-2007-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Paul Lato ,White,US,"Among McCrea's Rhône-inspired white wines, this is the most complete and complex. It's rich and dense, with honeycomb, lychee, lemon rind, pineapple and lots of stone—lovely and lingering. It seems to gain strength as it rolls through a sensational finish.",Boushey Vineyard Sirocco Blanc,25,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2008 Boushey Vineyard Sirocco Blanc White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2008-boushey-vineyard-sirocco-blanc-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2008,McCrea 14.8,Red,US,"A real success story for this hot vintage. Feels gracious and generous in the mouth, offering complex, fat flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, mocha and cedar that turn spicy on the finish. The tannins are elaborately ripe and fine. The well-known vineyard is on the Rutherford bench, and production was 2,300 cases. Drinkable now, and should age well for at least a decade.",Sycamore Vineyard,70,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2004 Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2004-sycamore-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Freemark Abbey 14,Red,Italy,"With its extraordinary texture, bright personality and complex medley of aromas, this is a lovely Merlot. The aromatic layers here include red cherry, earthy tones, exotic spice and cinnamon. The mouthfeel is smooth and gorgeous with delicious softness and opulent richness. Drink after 2015.",Galatrona,120,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Petrolo 2006 Galatrona Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrolo-2006-galatrona-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2006,Fattoria Petrolo 14.8,Red,US,"You can quibble with the price, but there's no doubt about the quality of this Zin. It's extraordinarily deeply flavored, offering waves of wild cherries, cola, anise, molé sauce, pepper spice and sandalwood, wrapped into profoundly fine tannins, and with a long, dry finish. Drink this near-perfect Zinfandel over the next six years.",Old Hill Single Vineyard,60,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2007 Old Hill Single Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2007-old-hill-single-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ravenswood 13.5,Red,France,"Almost black in color, this is a wonderful wine with a long development ahead. At the moment, wood is still too dominant, but just taste the weight of the darkest plum and sweet fig fruit flavors, a line of licorice and bitter coffee and huge, dry tannins.",Le Cèdre,60,95,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2006 Le Cèdre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2006-le-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château du Cèdre 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2007 Astralis impresses for its combination of power and nuance. It's dark and almost tarry in concentration, but floral and bright at the same time. Layers of dark coffee and earth are balanced by red fruit, and although it's full bodied and rich in texture, the finish introduces delicately herbal, tea-like notes. Best from 2014–2025.",Astralis,225,95,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Astralis Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-astralis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2007,Clarendon Hills 13.5,Red,US,"To call this a big Cab would be an understatement. It's a black-colored, saturated wine that detonates on the palate, offering a blast of black and red berries, currants, cassis, dark unsweetened chocolate, anise and fine, upscale new oak. But the tannins are fierce. Very fine, among the best St. Helena Cabernets of the vintage. Needs time. 2012–2020.",Estate,100,95,California,Napa,St. Helena,Sabina Vineyards 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sabina-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sabina Vineyards ,White,US,"Beautifully floral, fragrant and evocative, with lush and complex aromas of honeycomb, cracker and citrus, carrying into the mouth with rich, bright, detailed flavors. Stone and mineral elements are woven throughout, and the barrel fermentation adds hints of toast.",Sémillon-Sauvignon-Muscadelle,25,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2008 Sémillon-Sauvignon-Muscadelle Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2008-semillon-sauvignon-muscadelle-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Buty ,Red,US,"It's hard to consistently get scores this high year after year, but Greg Bjornstad does, because he understands Pinot Noir. Specifically, he knows how to combine power, which is easy, with finesse, which isn't. This 2007, from an esteemed vineyard, is spectacular in wild forest cherry, cola, licorice, pine cone, anise, exotic spice and sandalwood flavors, even as it's perfectly balanced with crisp acidity, fine tannins and just-right oak. Lovely and complex. Now–2014.",van der Kamp Vineyard,40,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Bjornstad 2007 van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2007-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bjornstad 14.4,Red,US,"There's a wildland, coastal mountain taste to this wine, which brims with bone-dry, exotic, woodsy tastes of wild forest cherries, fennel, balsam, cola, volcanic minerals, raw beef and Asian spices, not to mention the sweet veneer of sandalwood. It's utterly distinct from other Pinots in its almost feral complexity, a wine that changes with every sniff and sip. Should develop through 2014. This is a great price for a Pinot Noir of this integrity and interest. Only 152 cases were produced, but it's worth the search.",Hellenthal Vineyard,40,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bjornstad 2007 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2007-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bjornstad 14.6,White,US,"All the oaky, leesy richness is there, with buttered toast, crème brûlée and smoky buttercream, and tons of fruity ripeness, with a blast of Meyer lemon, pineapple, white peach and apricot. Yet there's also a firm, steely minerality, and, despite the dryness, maybe even a delicious touch of botrytis. The acidity is mouthwatering.",,34,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Boekenoogen 2007 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenoogen-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Boekenoogen ,Red,US,"Dramatic all around. Deeply aromatic, offering waves of grilled blackberries, currants, violets, sweet buttered cinnamon toast and sandalwood. The tannin structure is superb. Feels classically dense and full-bodied in the mouth, very dry, yet opulent and complex. Grows more concentrated as it airs in the glass. A tremendous wine that needs time. 2012–2020.",Corestone Ridge,60,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atalon 2006 Corestone Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalon-2006-corestone-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Atalon 15,Red,Italy,"Consistently among Italy's top-scoring wines, this vintage of the celebrated Ornellaia (a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot) is a gorgeous expression of the very best of European enology. It delivers extraordinary richness, succulence and intensity, but remains elegant to the end. Aromas include black cherry, spice and dark chocolate.",Ornellaia,200,97,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2006 Ornellaia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2006-ornellaia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2006,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 14.5,Red,US,"This very dense, tannic Pinot Noir represents a triumph for both the winery, the vintage and the region it represents. A multi-clone blend (hence the name) with high, cool-climate acidity and aged in 100% new oak, it's still young, fresh and tight. The astringency throws a cloak over the raspberries, cherries, rosehip tea and Indian spice flavors, which reveal themselves only reluctantly. But they're there, in an imposing texture of velvet and silk. This enormous wine demands time. The window seems to be 2012–2015.",Ten,80,97,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2007 Ten Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2007-ten-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sea Smoke 15,Red,US,"From Chilean winemaker, Aurelio Montes, this 100% Cabernet shows massively concentrated flavors of ripe blackberries and cassis, with richer notes of dark chocolate, anise, spices and smoky cedar. What an amazing tannin structure, intricate, fine and complex. A wine to drink now for sheer opulence or to age for at least a dozen years.",by Montes Aurelio's Selection,90,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Angel 2006 by Montes Aurelio's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-angel-2006-by-montes-aurelios-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Napa Angel 14.5,Red,Italy,"Guado al Tasso is finally back. After a string of past vintages that exhibited some rubber-like aromas, the 2006 expression is a study in purity, focus and excellence. This wine is impressive on all levels in terms of intensity, personality and persistency. It's rich and luscious with smooth tannins and lasting flavors of blackberry and spice. Drink after 2015.",Guado al Tasso,95,97,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Marchesi Antinori 2006 Guado al Tasso (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2006-guado-al-tasso-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2006,Marchesi Antinori ,Red,US,"The 2006 flagship Cabernet from Quilceda Creek is a massive wine that has just begun to emerge from its slumber. When first released the wine seemed to have entered a dumb phase, but six months later it responds to decanting and shows its muscle. Fruit flavors of black, brandied cherries, cassis and bourbon-soaked plums are wrapped in generous, layered oak. The wine is dusty, smoky, laced with streaks of licorice and brightened with sharp acids. It continues to expand further in the glass, adding flesh and spice to its frame, with a cedar/cigar box finish.",,125,98,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Quilceda Creek 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Quilceda Creek ,Red,US,"Tasted in a flight of great and famous Napa wines, this Cardinale stood at the head of the pack. Starts with a very fine nose of cedar, cassis, ripe blackberries and violets, then turns dramatic and refined in the mouth. Shows vast depth and length, with the finish a full minute of sweet fruits and spices. Marvelous tannins, so plush and elegant, so powerful yet refined. The grapes hail from Mt. Veeder, Howell Mountain, Stags Leap and Oakville, and the blend contains 14% Merlot. As good as it is now, it will improve for at least eight years.",,200,100,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cardinale 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cardinale-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cardinale 14.6,Red,US,"Smells like cheap Port and drinks harsh and dry, with flavors of raisins and stewed black cherries. Drinkable, but just barely.",,45,80,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kings Mountain 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-mountain-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kings Mountain 12.5,White,US,"There's a vegetal taste to the citrus fruits, and also a sugariness that gives this wine the flavor of a Chinese restaurant sweet and sour sauce.",,9,80,California,California Other,California,Brownstone NV Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brownstone-nv-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,,Brownstone 12.5,White,Italy,"“Wine for Seafood” is a Trebbiano-based wine from Italy that is redolent of mature fruit, cardboard and lemon soda. It's an awkward wine with a sweet and sticky feel and a sour aftertaste.",Wine for Seafood,11,80,Italy Other,Italy,,Wine for Food 2006 Wine for Seafood Trebbiano (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-for-food-2006-seafood-italian-white-trebbiano-other/,Trebbiano,2006,Wine for Food 12.7,White,US,"Tastes semi-sweet and acidic, like a Lifesaver candy, with apricot and herb flavors. Awkward.",,17,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Harmony Cellars 2007 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmony-cellars-2007-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Harmony Cellars 14,Red,Spain,"One of the strangest-smelling wines we've encountered from Spain: there's forced cinnamon, heavy funk, dampness and other unfamiliar, foreign scents. The palate has weight and a gritty feeel, while the core flavors are Sherried. Hard to see the appeal here.",Veleta Nolados,16,81,Andalucia,Vino de la Tierra Contraviesa Alpujarra,,Dominio Buenavista 2006 Veleta Nolados Red (Vino de la Tierra Contraviesa Alpujarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-buenavista-2006-veleta-nolados-red-vino-tierra-contraviesa-alpujarra/,Red Blend,2006,Dominio Buenavista 14.5,White,US,Way too oaky. The underlying fruit is not nearly strong enough to support all that caramel and buttered toast. The result is clumsy.,,28,81,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Trinitas 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Trinitas 13.5,Rose,US,"A dry, simple wine, with herbal raspberry and tea flavors.",Syrah,28,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2007 Syrah Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2007-syrah-rose-santa-ynez-valley-110550/,Rosé,2007,Sunstone 14.1,Red,US,"Thin in fruit, with herb, mint and cherry flavors that have a Porty edge, and the lack of substance makes the oak stand out as caramelized. An awkward wine.",Estate,38,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2006 Estate Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2006-estate-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2006,Sunstone 8,Dessert,Germany,"An oddball of an eiswein. Bizarre earthy, brothy notes combine with honeyed sweetness to make for an ""interesting"" tasting experience.",Eiswein,22,82,Rheinhessen,,,Rudolf Müller 2008 Eiswein White (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudolf-muller-2008-eiswein-white-rheinhessen/,White Blend,2008,Rudolf Müller 15.6,Red,US,"Smells and tastes hot and cooked, as if some of the grapes shriveled on the vine and weren't properly sorted out. Otherwise, you'll find flavors of blackberry jam and dry Port.",,35,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eagle Castle 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-castle-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Eagle Castle 8,Sparkling,Italy,"Riunite Lambrusco is a combination of all things. It is a red wine, a sparkling wine and a sweet wine—and it is one of the most cherished drinks in the U.S. Forest berry, raspberry and cherry come through on the nose and the mouth is dominated by fizzy sweetness and a touch of firmness on the close.",,6,82,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Cantine Riunite NV Lambrusco (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-riunite-nv-lambrusco-emilia-romagna-110879/,Lambrusco,,Cantine Riunite 16.3,Red,US,"Too high and hot in alcohol, with dry Port flavors of blackberries and dark unsweetened chocolate, and a peppery finish.",Adel's Vineyard,30,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wine Guerrilla 2008 Adel's Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-guerrilla-2008-adels-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wine Guerrilla 13.1,White,US,"Shows the creamy texture of Chardonnay, with the sweet-and-sour pineapple flavor of a Chinese food sauce.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Barefoot 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, simple and on the sweet side, with candied flavors of cherries, raspberries and chocolate. Drink this everyday wine with easy fare.",,10,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ironstone 2008 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2008-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2008,Ironstone 14.3,Red,US,"A huge disappointment after the fine '06. Smells like crushed cigarettes in an ash tray, although the cherry and cola flavors are better. Something went wrong.",Tondre's Grapefield,40,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Sonnet 2007 Tondre's Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonnet-2007-tondres-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sonnet 13.5,Red,Spain,"Generic fruit, hard rubber, olive and leather on the nose. Dry and tannic, with bitter black plum and a rock-hard finish. Tough and just not that much fun to drink.",Finca la Sabina,14,82,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Sanchez Muliterno 2008 Finca la Sabina Red (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanchez-muliterno-2008-finca-sabina-tempranillo-blend-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Sanchez Muliterno 13.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes over-oaked, and turns very tannic and hard in the mouth, relieved by simple blackberry and cherry jam flavors. This astringent wine doesn't seem likely to improve with age.",,15,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Christine Andrew 2007 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christine-andrew-2007-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2007,Christine Andrew 12.5,White,Spain,"Starts with nutty, oily, acrid aromas, and never is there much fruit character. The palate has bite but still seems short on acidity, and the flavors run toward funky citrus, asparagus and green beans. On the global scale of SB, this doesn't really cut it.",,10,82,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2008-sauvignon-blanc-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Penascal 15,Red,US,"There's a perfectly good, dry Syrah in here, but it's way too oaky. The underlying blackberry and plum fruit is dominated by toasted caramel and butterscotch.",,16,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,6th Sense 2007 Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/6th-sense-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2007,6th Sense 14.5,Red,US,"Oaky and tannic, marked by caramel flavors that dominate the blackberries, black currants, cherries and chocolate. Feels heavy now, but improves in the glass. Decant, or try holding for a few years to see what happens.",Geyserville Ranch,48,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trione 2005 Geyserville Ranch Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2005-geyserville-ranch-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2005,Trione 13.9,Red,US,"Tough and gritty, with Cabernet-like blackberry and currant flavors. It's the structure that's awkward, with astringency and even sourness on the finish.",,21,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Husch 15.4,Red,US,"This blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon is clumsy. Although it's dry, it shows an unpleasantly green, minty sharpness to the cherry and cocoa fruit flavors. Drink now.",Il Granaio,28,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 2006 Il Granaio Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-2006-il-granaio-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Peterson 12.5,Red,Greece,"Cinnamon, pepper and spice lead this fun red from Greece. Flavors of cedar, pepper, tobacco and coffee give it a plucky edge. Savory notes round it out. Pair with grilled lamb, steak.",Velvet Passion,17,83,Crete,,,Michalakis 2005 Velvet Passion Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michalakis-2005-velvet-passion-red-crete/,Red Blend,2005,Michalakis 13,Red,Spain,"Decent mass-produced Ribera del Duero. Strawberry and raspberry aromas lean you in the red fruit direction, and the palate is scouring, acidic and full of cherry fruit. Fresh on the finish and hard, but at least it doesn't have off flavors.",,9,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña del Val 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-val-2008-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña del Val ,Red,US,"Thin, sour and hard, this has simple cranberry fruit, with stem and earth flavors.",Westside Blocks,45,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Van Duzer 2007 Westside Blocks Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-duzer-2007-westside-blocks-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Van Duzer 13.5,Red,US,"Not bad for the price. It's dry and full-bodied, with some berry fruit and smoke flavors leading to a spicy finish.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Cycles Gladiator 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cycles Gladiator 12,White,Italy,"Here's an easy, slightly sweet Pinot Grigio from Terre di Chieti that boasts the mature fruit fragrances of the southern Italian sunshine. You'll get aromas of almond nut, cantaloupe melon and honeysuckle followed by a rich, dense mouthfeel.",,8,83,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Spinelli 2008 Pinot Grigio (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinelli-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-terre-chieti/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Spinelli 13,White,Spain,"Austere, green aromas are about as much as one can pull from the nose, while the palate is fresh and acidic, but lean. Flavors of lime, citrus and pith are zesty at first but pithy later on. Dull and strained, but not bad for Chardonnay from central Spain.",,8,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2008 Chardonnay (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2008-chardonnay-campo-borja/,Chardonnay,2008,Coto de Hayas 13.5,Red,Spain,"Young wild berry, cherry, rubber and cheese aromas lead to a big, rubbery, loud palate of plum and raspberry. Herbal notes, moderate sweetness and simplicity wrap it up.",Selección,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Spanish Vines 2008 Selección Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spanish-vines-2008-seleccion-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Spanish Vines ,Red,US,"A curious mix of aromas mix herb, brown sugar and hints of barnyard and leather. The flavors combine all three elements into a wine that may show its best with food.",Reserve,24,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Silvan Ridge 13,White,Spain,"Not a lot to latch onto here. The aromas are sharp and sweaty, while the palate feel is more dull than it should be, while flavors of melon and pickled fruits are briney.",,10,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Analivia 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/analivia-2009-sauvignon-blanc-rueda/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Analivia 14.5,Red,US,"Made in the Aussie Shiraz style, a sharply jammy wine with sweet-and-sour Lifesaver candy flavors of blackberries, cherries and cola.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2008 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2008,Hahn 13,Red,Spain,"Creamy and confected on the nose, which is proof of the “roble” designation. The palate is rather narrow and acidic, with semi-sour flavors of berry and cherry. Cleansing and tart; decent but doesn't go beyond that.",Roble,15,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago del Vostal 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-vostal-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Pago del Vostal 14.2,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in texture, with a raisined edge to the black cherry and currant flavors. Finishes in a scour of astringency. Clean and dry, but not going anywhere, so drink up.",,22,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2006 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2006-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2006,Bianchi ,Red,US,"Reserve is an unregulated term, so it is unclear what this means at Silvan Ridge. This is a thin, herbal and noticeably earthy wine. There is little in the way of fruit or varietal specificity. But it's perfectly quaffable.",Reserve,19,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2007 Reserve Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2007-reserve-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2007,Silvan Ridge 14,Red,Spain,"Smells like bath soap, then turns grassy and burnt. Tannic and medicinal in the mouth, although better as it airs out. Tastes and feels overdone and super sweet.",El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines,14,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2008 El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2008-el-chaparral-de-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2008,Vega Sindoa ,Red,US,"Chewy, tannic, with a streak of burnt rubber and plastic. The fruit is thin and the wine smoky.",Homestead Block,45,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Van Duzer 2005 Homestead Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-duzer-2005-homestead-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Van Duzer 13.9,White,US,"Fruity and direct, an easy-drinking Chardonnay. Brims with pineapples, pears and peaches, with an off-dry, honeyed finish.",,15,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2008 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2008,Husch ,Red,US,"This first estate-grown bottling of Rediviva is 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Syrah. Amazing aromatic complexity grabs you and leads you into the dark interior of the wine, a riot of red and black fruits, moist earth, smoke, anise, herb and toast. Power and elegance combined, with the structure to age for a decade or more.",Columbia Rediviva,48,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Buty 2006 Columbia Rediviva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2006-columbia-rediviva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2006,Buty 13.5,Red,France,"Tannat at its most expressive, this wine boasts dense tannins that roll deeply around the wine. But the fruit is of such an intensity that it keeps up a fine equilibrium. It is a seamless, impressive wine, projecting its power easily.",Charles de Batz,25,94,Southwest France,Madiran,,Domaine Berthoumieu 2007 Charles de Batz Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthoumieu-2007-charles-batz-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2007,Domaine Berthoumieu 14,Red,Austria,"Tobacco and wood aromas open into a beautiful, perfumed wine. The cherry and loganberry fruits are rounded with cocoa, mint and vanilla from wood. This is an impressively structured wine. Age for 2–3 years.",Hochberc,31,94,Burgenland,,,Gesellmann 2007 Hochberc Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2007-hochberc-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Gesellmann 14.7,Red,US,"A very fine Syrah from a new producer, and one to watch. It shows the finest attributes of Santa Ynez Syrah, with warm-climate ripeness and cool-climate structure. Really delicious, offering a flood of blackberry, cassis, black pepper, chocolate and sweet oak flavors that are ravishing. Best now–2011 before it loses freshness.",Estate,45,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2007 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Coquelicot 14.8,Red,Australia,"Takes ripeness to its uppermost limits without going over the top, with aromas of leather and chocolate leading into flavors of chocolate, dried fruit and coffee. It's full bodied, concentrated and creamy in texture, with a long, lush finish. Despite the ripeness and richness, it's under 15% alcohol. Drink now-2020.",Oscar Semmler Single Vineyard Reserve,60,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Dutschke 2006 Oscar Semmler Single Vineyard Reserve Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutschke-2006-oscar-semmler-single-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Dutschke 15,Red,Australia,"A rich, chocolaty Shiraz, with ample fruit to support the lashings of cedary oak. Dried spices and Christmas pudding aromas and flavors come close to being too much, but stay just this side of balanced. Drink now-2017.",Green's Vineyard,70,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 Green's Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-greens-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon 13.5,Dessert,France,"Classic botrytis sweet and dry flavors bring out the rich honey and lemon juice. The wine also has freshness, a tight edge of orange and sweet chutney spice. A great example of sweet Gaillac.",Renaissance Doux,30,91,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2007 Renaissance Doux Loin de l'Oeil (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2007-renaissance-doux-other-white-loin-loeil-gaillac/,Loin de l'Oeil,2007,Domaine Rotier 13.5,Red,Austria,"It is easy to find the varietal character here, in a wine that has plenty of red cherry juice and tannins that spread well through the wine. It is on the jammy side of Pinot Noir, ripe, full of strawberry juice, but always with tannins present.",,50,90,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2007 Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2007-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2007,Judith Beck 15,Red,Italy,"This is a full-bodied Syrah with rich aromas of mature fruit, blackberry jam and blueberry muffin. The wine is sweet and chewy with a rich and succulent mouthfeel that is backed by thick layers of luscious cherry and exotic spice.",Podere Il Castagno,35,90,Tuscany,Cortona,,Fabrizio Dionisio 2007 Podere Il Castagno Syrah (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabrizio-dionisio-2007-podere-il-castagno-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cortona/,Syrah,2007,Fabrizio Dionisio ,Red,US,"Named The Teacher to honor the late Stan Clarke—a viticulturalist, winemaker and mentor to many in the Washington wine business—this is pure Cabernet. Astringent and tannic when first opened, it expands with air to reveal good varietal flavors of cassis and black cherry, with light herb and a streak of licorice. Slightly volatile and leathery, with good concentration.",The Teacher,22,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2006 The Teacher Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2006-teacher-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Thurston Wolfe 15.5,Red,Australia,"Reilly's 2007 Dry Land Shiraz is full bodied and velvety textured without being overbearing—trademark attributes of Clare Valley Shiraz. It delivers superripe cherries but wraps them in a cocoon of spicy, savory complexity and soft tannins. Drink now-2017.",Dry Land,25,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2007 Dry Land Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2007-dry-land-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Reilly's 13.5,Red,Austria,"Juicy red fruits, strawberry jelly and smooth wood give this wine a sophisticated, elegant character. The acidity and red cherries pierce through the tannins, giving extra freshness, but also adding to the rich, intense flavors.",Siglos,20,90,Burgenland,,,Gesellmann 2006 Siglos Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2006-siglos-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2006,Gesellmann 14,Red,Italy,"Fresh berry nuances come on the heels of spice, chocolate and smoke. The wild berry presence is nicely defined and gives this Vino Nobile a fresh and youthful disposition. In the mouth, however, it shows the natural sophistication and complexity of this celebrated category of Tuscan wine.",Riserva,25,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Canneto 2005 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2005-riserva-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2005,Canneto ,Red,US,"Malbec and Petit Verdot are the other two grapes in this juicy, toasty blend. There's plenty of black cherry fruit, and equally generous flavors of mocha and toast, all wrapped together around ripe, slightly grainy tannins.",,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alder Ridge 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alder-ridge-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Alder Ridge 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant expression of Cabernet Sauvignon with smooth aromas of wild berries and cherry that are seamlessly integrated with light shadings of spice and toast. The wine is crisp and generous on the palate and delivers a smooth, but determined texture.",Campo ai Mori,30,90,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Camigliano 2006 Campo ai Mori Cabernet Sauvignon (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2006-campo-ai-mori-cabernet-sauvignon-santantimo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Camigliano ,Red,US,"Dark, tannic, with good grip and an underlying earthy character. The fruit leans just a little toward raisiny/pruney, but you could also say balsamic. The wine has a European character—ripe but not sweet or jammy, with nuanced streaks of caramel, coffee and baking chocolate.",Coyote Canyon Vineyard,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,AlmaTerra 2006 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaterra-2006-coyote-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2006,AlmaTerra 13,Red,Austria,"The 16 months wood aging has smoothed the wrinkles in this wine, giving solid tannins, a dry core and red cherry and wild strawberry flavors. It is a fine performance, dense but not losing sight of the varietal character.",Grillenhügel,43,90,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2007 Grillenhügel Pinot Noir (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2007-grillenhugel-pinot-noir-thermenregion/,Pinot Noir,2007,Johanneshof Reinisch 12.5,Dessert,US,"Honeyed richness gives this wine its allure. It's fabulously sweet and unctuous, with apricot-and peach-infused flavors enriched with vanilla and crème brûlée. Could be crisper in defining acidity, but it sure is decadent.",Finale,30,90,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Fortress 2007 Finale Sémillon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortress-2007-finale-semillon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Sémillon,2007,Fortress 14,Red,Australia,"A great value in Barossa Shiraz, blended from a patchwork of vineyards across the region into a full-bodied, softly textured wine loaded with appealing cherry fruit and dusted with cinnamon, vanilla and brown sugar.",Patchwork,18,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2007 Patchwork Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2007-patchwork-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2007,Yalumba 13,White,France,"The wine is textured, layered with minerality, green apple skins, peppered pears and acidity. It is very young, a work in progress as the wood integrates with the fruit. But, over 2–3 years, it will develop into a ripe, full-bodied wine.",Cuvée Pauline,28,90,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château Jolys 2008 Cuvée Pauline (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2008-cuvee-pauline-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Petit Manseng,2008,Château Jolys 13,Dessert,France,"A wine that is in an in-between stage from youthful freshness to maturity. There is sweetness, a layer of botrytis, crisp sweet apple character, fading and becoming more toffee-like. The acidity, though, remains. Wait another year.",Cuvée Jean,30,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château Jolys 2007 Cuvée Jean (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2007-cuvee-jean-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2007,Château Jolys 13.5,Red,France,"With its high wood aromas and high toast on the palate, this is a wine that has leached out the fruit for the moment. It is austere, mineral, leaving the black fruits very secondary for the next three years. The finish, though, has promising juiciness.",Ode d'Aydie,20,90,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2007 Ode d'Aydie Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2007-ode-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2007,Château d'Aydie 14.4,Red,US,"Simple and soft, a wine whose modest cherry and cedar flavors lack depth, structure and interest. It's okay, but there's very little going on, especially at this price.",,48,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kings Mountain 2005 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-mountain-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kings Mountain 12,White,Georgia,"This non-vintage Brut is straightforward with its citrus aromas and flavors, creamy mousse and slightly off-dry character (the name is a bit misleading). A fun everyday sparkler that will pair well with desserts and fruit.",Classic Extra Dry,13,82,Georgia,,,Bagrationi 1882 NV Classic Extra Dry Sparkling (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bagrationi-1882-nv-classic-extra-dry-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,1882,Bagrationi 1882 14.3,Red,US,"Unfortunately underripe, with an asparagus and pepper taste to the coffee and currants. Lacks fruity richness.",Obsidian Ridge Vineyard,28,82,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Obsidian Ridge 2007 Obsidian Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-ridge-2007-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Syrah,2007,Obsidian Ridge 13.5,Red,Austria,"Pure Blaufränkisch, a wine with the characteristic juicy beetroot and spice flavors. It is rich, soft, with an intense streak of final acidity, edged with tannins.",Goldberg,25,89,Mittelburgenland,,,Johann Heinrich 2008 Goldberg Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-heinrich-2008-goldberg-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Johann Heinrich 14.5,Red,Australia,"The combination of raspberries and chocolate gives this full-bodied Shiraz a slightly one-dimensionally fruity-sweet character, but one that will undoubtedly please a large segment of consumers. The tannins are fully ripe, imparting a creamy texture to the midpalate and leaving the fruit to shine on the finish. Drink now–2015.",,38,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Groom 2007 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groom-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Groom 11.5,Dessert,France,"The beautifully perfumed Gros Manseng should, by rights, be as popular as Chardonnay. This medium-sweet wine is all apricots, pears and honey, with a delicious fresh waft of acidity. Screwcap.",,14,89,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2008 Gros Manseng (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2008-other-white-gros-manseng-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Gros Manseng,2008,Haut Marin 13,White,France,"A bright, breezy, fruity wine, wearing its fresh fruit and acidity easily. Grapefruit and other citrus fruits burst out of the glass, finishing with an apple skin structure.",Vieilles Vignes Sec,18,89,Southwest France,Pacherenc du Vic Bilh,,Domaine Berthoumieu 2008 Vieilles Vignes Sec (Pacherenc du Vic Bilh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthoumieu-2008-vieilles-vignes-sec-white-pacherenc-vic-bilh/,White Blend,2008,Domaine Berthoumieu ,White,US,"This is mostly Evergreen vineyard, and includes 10% Viognier. Good, juicy, loaded with melon and citrus. The Viognier gives the wine some lift and brightness, and the tartness adds even more liveliness to the finish.",,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chatter Creek 2008 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Chatter Creek ,White,US,"A succulent, off-dry Riesling from organically grown grapes, Snoqualmie's Naked bottling opens with floral top notes, fills out the palate with crisp apple and peach fruit, then turns almost tropical, with a lingering finish loaded with honey and papaya.",Naked,12,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Naked Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-naked-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Snoqualmie 14,Red,US,"A very fine Pinot Noir that shows the crispness of its Central Coast origins, and also plenty of richness. Offers waves of cherries, red currants, cola and cedar, with a pleasantly stimulating bitterness. Drink this complex, food-friendly wine now and through 2011.",San Saba Vineyard,28,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Saba 2006 San Saba Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-2006-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2006,San Saba 15.4,Red,Australia,"Minty, plummy and chocolaty, with a soft, velvety texture, this is a solid example of the Shiraz Langhorne Creek is capable of producing. Some will criticize the slightly eucalypt character, while others will laud its regional character. Drink now–2015.",Harry & Edward's Garden,60,90,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Two Hands 2007 Harry & Edward's Garden Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-harry-edwards-garden-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands ,White,US,"A vivid, refreshing blend of 57% Viognier and 43% Pinot Gris seems to bring out the best of both. Viognier's floral, orange and peach scents and flavors are supported by hints of honeysuckle and pear from the Pinot Gris. There is a little spritz to liven up the mouthfeel.",PGV White Wine,16,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2008 PGV White Wine White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2008-pgv-white-wine-other/,White Blend,2008,Thurston Wolfe 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a mature red wine from Maremma, Tuscany with ripe notes of cherry, chocolate, prune and black plum followed by exotic spice and spicy mesquite flavors. The wine is sweet, round and slightly jammy in the mouth but washes over the palate with generosity and intensity.",,70,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Rocca di Frassinello 2007 Maremma,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2007-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Rocca di Frassinello ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A deliciously rich, sweet and youthfully fruity wine that has an opulent feel to it. There is a juicy element, with fresh acidity, but most of the character comes from the ripe fruit, the jelly character and the sweet tannins. It needs more bottle age.",Late Bottled Vintage,13,90,Port,,,Quarles Harris 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quarles-harris-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quarles Harris ,Red,US,"A mix of Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Carignan, this perennial favorite is partially co-fermented and blended early; delivering unusual complexity and seamlessness at this young age. Light red fruits, leavened with brioche, dotted with pepper and toffee, create a tart, racy, juicy red wine which takes quaffable to a whole new level.",Subduction Red,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2008 Subduction Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2008-subduction-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Syncline 13,Red,Italy,"Here is a linear and feminine 90-10 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of pressed red rose, fresh blueberry, cherry cola and chalky white mineral. The wine tastes clean and polished in the mouth and ends with very elegant shadings of berry fruit.",Violetta,25,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Ceppaiano 2004 Violetta Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ceppaiano-2004-violetta-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Tenuta di Ceppaiano ,Red,US,"Ryan Patrick's reserve is pure Cabernet Sauvignon, though not labeled as such. It's a barrel selection, and very well done, with a purity and density that is most expressive. The acids and youthfulness of the fruit flavors suggest that this is a wine with aging potential. For now, it's showing bright, tart, tangy red fruits and fine balance.",Reserve,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2006 Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2006-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Ryan Patrick ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very raisiny, the fresh fruit soft and juicy. Cranberry and spice flavors give a purity of berry fruits and sweet acidity. It is very accessible, with all the elements well in place.",Late Bottled Vintage,22,90,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,W. & J. Graham's 13.5,White,South Africa,"The Mulderbosch Chardonnay is a lively, bright white with aromas of vanilla, spice and citrus, followed by tropical fruit, minerals and lemon on the palate. A combination of soft, elegant fruit and fresh acidity, the wine is both balanced and downright mouthwatering. Pair with lobster, Asian cuisine, creamy pastas.",,21,90,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2007 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2007-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2007,Mulderbosch 14.8,Red,Australia,"A lush, slightly unstructured but immensely pleasurable mouthful of Shiraz, the 2007 St. Jakobi boasts bright raspberries balanced by lashings of chocolate. Easy to drink, it should put smiles on the faces of Shiraz lovers everywhere. Drink it over the next few years.",St. Jakobi Single Vineyard,36,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Dutschke 2007 St. Jakobi Single Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutschke-2007-st-jakobi-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Dutschke 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautifully extracted expression of Colorino (a native grape of Tuscany) with a dark, luscious appearance and musky notes of forest floor, moist earth and porcini mushroom. The wine is smooth and supple in the mouth and moves forward with grace despite its meaty consistency and slightly sweet aftertaste.",Caggio al Vescovo,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2006 Caggio al Vescovo Colorino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2006-caggio-al-vescovo-italian-red-colorino-toscana/,Colorino,2006,Fattoria Del Cerro 14.6,Red,US,"Gia Domella scores with another fine Cabernet off this property, although this '06 is $7 more expensive than the '05. It's a dry, 100% Cab that shows an herbaceousness and soft tannins to the sweet oak and blackberry flavors. Now–2014.",E. Passalacqua Heritage Estate,39,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Gia Domella 2006 E. Passalacqua Heritage Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gia-domella-2006-e-passalacqua-heritage-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Gia Domella 13.5,Red,Austria,"A wine that pairs with Gesellmann's Bela Rex Bordeaux blend. In Op (short for Opus) Eximium, Austrian grapes provide a delicious spice confection of wild fruits, expertly blended into an intense dark berry- and vanilla-flavored wine. The acidity gives a final earthy boost.",Op Eximium Cuvée 20,18,90,Burgenland,,,Gesellmann 2007 Op Eximium Cuvée 20 Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2007-op-eximium-cuvee-20-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Gesellmann 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a cooked element here that recalls raisin, stewed cherry, beets and beef broth. The wine is slightly sweet and chewy in the mouth and this sensation is enhanced by its naturally rich texture and concentration.",Rian,17,82,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cascina Bruciata 2008 Rian (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2008-rian-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Cascina Bruciata 16.5,Red,US,"Super-ripe and dry, with raisin and Port flavors wrapped into 16.5% alcohol. It's a good example of what it is, but certainly exceeds balance.",,30,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wine Guerrilla 2008 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-guerrilla-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wine Guerrilla 14.1,White,US,A common or garden variety Chardonnay whose flamboyant caramelized oak flavors dominate the pineapples and limes.,,19,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bedarra 2008 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedarra-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bedarra 13.5,Red,US,"Raw and gritty, with berry, sage and tobacco flavors that are acidic and rather green. It's a blend of seven major grape varieties.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Seven Daughters 14.8,White,US,"Tough in acidity, with less than ripe tobacco and herb flavors, this bone-dry Chardonnay isn't offering much richness.",,26,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2007 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Manzoni 14.5,Red,US,"Although this Syrah is technically dry, it tastes sweet, almost Porty, with flavors of caramel corn, plumped raisins and cassis. Feels overly tannic, too, with an astringent mouthfeel. Ready now.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2006 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2006,San Simeon 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, gritty, drily astringent wine with flavors of raisins and cedar. Turns bitter on the finish. Syrah, Sangiovese and Viognier.",Scoprire,55,82,California,California Other,California,Millésimé 2006 Scoprire Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2006-scoprire-red-other/,Red Blend,2006,Millésimé 14,Red,Spain,"Rusty colored and flat on the nose. Aromas of medicinal fruit and horse hide are less than stellar, and the soupy palate of weak raspberry and faux sweetness doesn't do much to improve things. Needs more vitality and overall quality.",,10,82,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Altozano 2006 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altozano-2006-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Altozano 14.7,Red,US,"A tough, gritty and austerely dry Merlot that's not offering much on its own. Tastes stalky, green and minty, with rasping tannins.",Conley Vineyard,21,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 2005 Conley Vineyard Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2005-conley-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2005,Frick 14.5,Rose,US,"Simple and dull, with soft flavors of Lifesaver candy raspberries and vanilla.",Rosé of,15,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Christine Andrew 2008 Rosé of Malbec (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christine-andrew-2008-rose-malbec-central-valley-lodi/,Malbec,2008,Christine Andrew 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and dull, with cherry, mint and spice flavors.",,7,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Barefoot NV Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,,Barefoot 13.5,White,Spain,"Too sour, strained and vegetal to rally behind. The nose is grassy and green, while the palate tastes of sour apple, gooseberry and lemon. Turns citric, mustardy and a little like asparagus on the finish.",El Cerezo Unoaked,12,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2008 El Cerezo Unoaked Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2008-el-cerezo-unoaked-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2008,Castillo de Monjardin 13.8,Red,US,"Unripe, with green peppercorn, tobacco and dried sage flavors, showing only a slender note of blackberries. Good and dry, but lacks richness. Drink now.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Survivant 2008 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/survivant-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Survivant 12,White,Italy,"This is a lean and thin wine with a luminous, transparent appearance and measured aromas of cut grass, citrus, mineral and peppermint. The wine is tonic and lightweight with a sharp point of fresh crispness at the close.",,11,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 2008 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Stival ,White,US,"Thin tasting, like apple cider, with high acidity and a slight scent of animal.",Estate,16,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee Wine Cellars 2007 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-wine-cellars-2007-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2007,Tyee Wine Cellars 15,Red,Australia,"Penley's vineyards, towards the warmer north end of Coonawarra, consistently produce noteworthy Shiraz. It's on the big size, at 15% alcohol, but structured, with bushels of mixed berries supported by cinnamon toast, brown sugar and a hint of mintiness. Drink it now and over the next 10 years.",Special Select,50,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2006 Special Select Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2006-special-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2006,Penley Estate 13.8,Red,US,"Very fruity, with jammy or pie-filling flavors of red cherries, raspberries, cola and sweet cedar, sprinkled with cinnamon, anise and melted butter. The tannic structure is rich and refined, suggesting moderate ageability.",Lot Number 19,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Q Collection 2006 Lot Number 19 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-collection-2006-lot-number-19-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Q Collection ,Red,US,"This almost pure Carmenère (there is a little Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend also) sneaks up on you. At first herbal and green, it fills in with a few hours of breathing time, lengthens and shows unsuspected complexity. Cranberry, a whiff of smoke, a bite of pepper, and fresh, not dried herbs, nicely blended into a seamless, satisfying whole.",,36,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Otis Kenyon 2007 Carmenère (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2007-carmenere-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Carmenère,2007,Otis Kenyon 13.5,Red,Austria,"Wood aging gives this dense wine structure and polish. At this young stage, the wood masks some of the red cherry fruits, but the elements are all there and the wine is worth aging for 2–3 years.",Frauenfeld Reserve,,90,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2007 Frauenfeld Reserve St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2007-frauenfeld-reserve-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2007,Johanneshof Reinisch 14.6,Red,US,"Very ripe and jammy in raspberry and cherry fruit flavors, this Pinot is accented with crisp acidity. Oak barrel aging adds notes of caramel and buttered toast. It's a deliciously dry wine, although a bit direct and obvious. Seems at its best now and for 3–4 years.",van der Kamp Vineyard,46,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Tandem 2007 van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2007-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tandem 14.3,Red,US,"Deliciously soft and flavorful now, with all sorts of ripe primary fruit and new oak influences that are almost candied in their richness. Raspberries, cherries, orange zest, licorice, bacon, cinnamon, vanilla and sweet smoky sandalwood flood the mouth, firmed up with fine tannins. Best now–2012.",Sangiacomo Vineyards,48,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tandem 2007 Sangiacomo Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2007-sangiacomo-vineyards-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tandem 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and rugged in tannins, this Zin displays a complex array of wild berry, tobacco, cocoa and dusty Asian spice flavors. It's a little heavy in liqueur-type softness. Calls for barbecue, grilled beef, or even dark chocolate.",Teldeschi Single Vineyard,35,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ravenswood 2007 Teldeschi Single Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2007-teldeschi-single-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ravenswood ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A smooth, rich wine that shows ripeness over a developing edge of tannin. This is a toasty, almost meaty wine, packed with concentration. It is still youthful, full of exuberant forward fruit flavors.",Late Bottled Vintage,,90,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta de la Rosa 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Spicebox, red berry, pepper…all entice in the aroma of this more delicate, sophisticated red. On the plate, its gentle layers of warming spice, pepper, spice and cloves offer refined complexity. A beautiful, sultry sip that will pair well with cheeses, grilled meats, stew.",Three Pines,35,90,Jonkershoek Valley,,,Stark-Condé 2006 Three Pines Syrah (Jonkershoek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2006-three-pines-shiraz-syrah-syrah-jonkershoek-valley/,Syrah,2006,Stark-Condé 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a ripe and generous Tuscan blend with mature notes of black cherry and blackberry backed by thick extraction and extraordinary intensity. This is the kind of wine you'll need to pair with succulent cuts of beef thanks to the firm tannins and delicious richness it imparts in the mouth.,Emilio Primo,20,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre del Marchesato 2007 Emilio Primo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2007-emilio-primo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Terre del Marchesato 14.5,Red,Australia,"Made in a very ripe style, this wine's traces of raisiny character detract slightly from its velvety, suede-like texture and ample concentration. It's still admirable for its concentration and richness, but some will find it overripe. Drink now-2015.",Roennfeldt Road Goose-yard Block,100,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Schubert 2006 Roennfeldt Road Goose-yard Block Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schubert-2006-roennfeldt-road-goose-yard-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Schubert ,Red,US,"The Patina vineyard has some of the oldest Syrah plantings in the Walla Walla valley, and this designate is a fine effort. The dry-farmed grapes yield mixed flavors of raspberry, boysenberry and cherry, with hints of tobacco leaf. Licorice streaks through the finish, which lingers with excellent concentration.",Patina Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sapolil Cellars 2007 Patina Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sapolil-cellars-2007-patina-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Sapolil Cellars 14.5,Red,Australia,"Elderton is making classically styled Barossa Shiraz, marrying raspberry fruit with rich chocolaty overtones and wrapping them in a soft cocoon of supple tannins and balanced acidity. Drink now–2014.",,28,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Elderton 2006 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elderton-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Elderton 13,White,South Africa,"An alluring, aromatic nose of apple, grapefruit and pineapple leads into creamy but crisp flavors of tropical fruit and citrus on the palate. Lively but complex, the wine offers a delicate minerality and food-friendly balance. Elegant and delicate, but big enough to handle more complex dishes.",Finlayson Family Vineyards,15,90,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2008 Finlayson Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2008-finlayson-family-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Edgebaston 14.5,White,France,"Wood and spice layer over fruit that has a creamy, Chardonnay-like character. There is herbaceousness, but the rich yellow fruits and exuberant nutmeg and pepper from the alcohol are dominant here. At this young stage, it needs to calm down.",Moulin des Dames,45,90,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2008 Moulin des Dames White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2008-moulin-dames-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Tour des Gendres 13,Red,France,"The concentration that Christian Roche produces here is immense, a wine that has dark tannins, the most bitter of chocolate flavors and peppered cherry fruits. Even after four years, this is nowhere open yet, the tannins and the heavy toast wood still dark and dry. Age for 3–4 years more.",L'Extase,30,90,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2005 L'Extase Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2005-lextase-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 13.5,Red,Austria,"Typical mineral notes shine through this impressive wine. It has plenty of acidity, berry fruits and vivid acidity, the whole structure held together by dark tannins.",Creitzer Reserve,17,90,Burgenland,,,Gesellmann 2007 Creitzer Reserve Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2007-creitzer-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Gesellmann 13.5,Red,US,"There's a bubble-gummy, almost Beaujolais quality to this Pinot, which spent 15 months in 3/4 new French oak. It's rude now, with oaky, grapey flavors of black raspberry marmalade and Dr. Pepper cola. While it's dry and crisp and interesting, it's awkward. Is it an ager? Here's where crystal balls are required. Try between 2011–2013.",Quarter Moon Vineyard,100,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2007 Quarter Moon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2007-quarter-moon-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Freestone 15.5,Red,US,"Thurston Wolfe pioneered Zinfandel in Washington. This is the seventh vintage from the Zephyr Ridge vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills, vinified to California-style alcohol levels of 15.5%. A fruit bomb to be sure, but along with jammy raspberries and strawberries you'll find interesting nuances of pencil lead, oak and chocolate.",Howling Wolfe,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Thurston Wolfe 2007 Howling Wolfe Zinfandel (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2007-howling-zinfandel-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Zinfandel,2007,Thurston Wolfe ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This fine wine is still on the young side, with tannins dominating fruit, followed by acidity and cranberry juice character. It is dry, with just a touch of sweetness and a dry, tight aftertaste. This needs some bottle age—two years at least.",Late Bottled Vintage,22,90,Port,,,Quinta do Portal 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Portal ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A solid, chunky wine, its tannins giving a tight edge of dryness. Acidity and really juicy fruit make the wine accessible, with great dried raisins coming through strongly and deliciously.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,90,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Noval 15,Red,South Africa,"The nose on this red is soft and full of rounded spice and red berry fruit. Rich, balanced flavors of plum, black fruit and pepper are poised and backed by a good acidity. A classy Shiraz that will pair well with meat dishes and aged cheeses.",Wolfkloof Limited Release,19,90,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2006 Wolfkloof Limited Release Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2006-wolfkloof-limited-release-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2006,Robertson Winery ,Red,US,"An interesting blend, which includes 14% Petit Verdot and 7% Malbec. High acids and polished tannins set up a muscular, spicy wine with a beautiful mix of cassis, sweet plum and green olive flavors. The wine needs a good hour or more to breathe into life.",The Estates,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2006 The Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2006-the-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Milbrandt 13.5,Red,Austria,"A blend of Zweigelt and the more tannic structure of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The wine is powerful, darkly tannic with solid chocolate and black berry fruit characters. The acidity is layered into the sweet flavors, adding to the complex texture.",Redmont,34,90,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2007 Redmont Red (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2007-redmont-red-blend-austrian-carnuntum/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Markowitsch 13.5,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet at a great price for the quality. It's dry and smooth, with rich Napa tannins framing classic Cab flavors of blackberries, black currants, minerals and cedar. Tastes like it costs three times as much.",,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Leaping Lizard 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-lizard-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Leaping Lizard 14.1,Red,US,"Should have been held back a year before release, because at the age of just a little more than one year it's a big, heavy, jammy wine marked by primary fruit flavors and unintegrated oak. The particular fruits are blackberries, cherries and chocolate. Age it on your own through 2010 and preferably 2011.",Garys' Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2008 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 14,Red,Italy,Dròmos L'Altro is a 100% expression of Sangiovese from southern Maremma with delicate aromas of spice and cherry backed by the power and intensity of Tuscany. The wine is compact and firm in the mouth yet generous and bold at the same time.,Dròmos L'Altro,60,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Poggio Verrano 2007 Dròmos L'Altro (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-verrano-2007-dromos-laltro-sangiovese-maremma/,Sangiovese,2007,Poggio Verrano ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A full-bodied wine, showing the richness and super-ripe grapes of 2003. It is soft, with dusty tannins showing through the ripe damsons and almost jammy character. It's all well in balance.",Late Bottled Vintage,26,90,Port,,,Poças 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Poças 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and sophisticated red wine (from the special Biondi-Santi clone of Sangiovese) with thick extraction and penetrating aromas of black fruit, spice, cola and Spanish cedar. There's a ripe, slightly jammy or exotic quality to the fruit that would make this wine a good match to succulent cuts of beef.",Sassoalloro,36,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 2006 Sassoalloro Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacopo-biondi-santi-2006-sassoalloro-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,Jacopo Biondi-Santi ,Red,US,"Aromatically engaging, with plenty of barrel scents— sandalwood, cocoa powder, and mocha—leading into a midpalate loaded with classic Walla Walla Cabernet fruit. Strawberry compote, raspberry jam, Bing cherries, all dusted with cocoa powder. A very appealing style, it's all displayed broadly right out in front.",,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Glencorrie 13.5,Red,Austria,"This Chevalier cuvée needs the extra aging to soften its tannins and give a ripely velvet-textured wine. With its elegant fruit and smooth wood edge, this is a delicious wine now, ready to drink.",Chevalier Reserve,37,90,Mittelburgenland,,,Iby 2006 Chevalier Reserve Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iby-2006-chevalier-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2006,Iby ,Red,US,"Formerly the popular Three Vineyards bottling, this has been re-named, but remains the same friendly Merlot-dominated Bordeaux blend, with just a bit of Syrah adding spice. Smooth and silky in the mouth, it mixes red and blue fruits, with a ripe, round midpalate and light chocolate and toasted nuts to finish.",Red Mountain Red,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hedges 2007 Red Mountain Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-family-estate-2007-red-mountain-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Hedges 14,White,Chile,"Composed and showing no overwrought oak or tropical fruit aromas that so often plague Chilean Chardonnay. A smooth operator, with toasty apple and mineral aromas leading to a ripe but cleansing palate and finish. This is like winemaker Marcelo Retamal's favorite child; with proper guidance it is growing better every year. Best overall Chardonnay to date from Limarí.",Legado Reserva,15,90,Limarí Valley,,,De Martino 2008 Legado Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2008-legado-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Martino 13,Red,Italy,"Ripe fruit and chocolate rise upfront but the wine also offers background tones of old leather and spice. This 75-25 Sangiovese and Merlot blend is plush, rich and sits comfortably on the palate. Pair it with lasagna or stuffed pasta with meat sauce.",Fiore,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Meleto 2005 Fiore Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-2005-fiore-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Castello di Meleto 14.5,Red,US,"A richly satisfying Bordeaux blend that needs a little time to soften and mellow. Right now, it's tight in tannins and filled with strong, primary fruit flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants and cocoa. The toasty oak is kind of all by itself. But the structure is clean and elegant. Give it until late 2010 to meld.",,36,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Meritage (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Meritage,2007,Calcareous 14,Red,France,"From selected parcels of the Bélingard vineyard, this is a firm and rich wine, with excellent concentration. The tannins are firm, dusty, broken by ripe plums and sweet acidity. The 18 months of wood aging shows in the polish of the wine. Age for another year.",Ortus,30,90,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Bélingard 2005 Ortus Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2005-ortus-red-cotes-de-bergerac-109714/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Bélingard 13.5,Red,France,"A beautifully perfumed wine, not as powerful as some wines from Le Cèdre but with style and elegance from the balanced sweet fruits and juicy acidity. There is wood here, but it is subtle, allowing the fruit to sing.",,30,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2007 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2007-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château du Cèdre 14,Red,France,"An intensely concentrated wine, with tannins that float in an inky sea of dense berry fruits. The wine is smooth, the edges softened by wood, but the fruit tannins pour out of the glass.",,45,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2005 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2005-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2005,Château Lagrézette 13,White,France,"With flavors of the freshest pears, green herbs and perfumed white currants, this is a deliciously enticing wine. The acidity is bright, crisp, but it is attractively filled out with ripe fruits and a wonderful herbal character.",Sec,19,90,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château Jolys 2008 Sec (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2008-sec-white-jurancon-sec/,White Blend,2008,Château Jolys 14.7,Red,US,"Nice now at 5–plus years in the bottle, with fully resolved tannins making the wine softly creamy in the mouth. The fruit is beginning to fall out, leaving a dry herbaceousness to the departing blackberries and cherries, which are fusing with the sweet vanillins of oak. Shows real elegance of structure, but it's all downhill from here, so drink up.",,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Broman 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broman-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Broman 14.5,Red,Australia,"Starts with leather, cedar and chocolate, then adds in plenty of cherry-berry fruit and some herbal notes. It's full bodied and richly textured, with a long, lush finish that just lacks a little nuance. Drink now–2018.",Hand Picked Single Site Fromm Vineyard Lyndoch,70,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2006 Hand Picked Single Site Fromm Vineyard Lyndoch Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2006-hand-picked-single-site-fromm-vineyard-lyndoch-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Yalumba 13,Red,Austria,"A wine that is dominated by the firmest of tannins. Underneath there are delicious berry fruits, acidity, tight structure. The wine needs several more months in bottle.",Hochäcker,,90,Mittelburgenland,,,Weninger 2007 Hochäcker Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2007-hochacker-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Weninger 14.9,Red,US,"Young now, marked by hard tannins that accentuate the acidity. The flavors are forward and jammy, suggesting blackberries, cherries, orange zest and sweet, smoky cedar wood. Rough-hewn now, with an angular feeling, but should develop softness and roundness after 2012.",,55,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Groth 15,Red,Chile,"Warm, rubbery, ripe and loaded with berry fruit, vanilla and floral notes. The palate has sweet flavors, a rich texture and a touch of syrupy thickness to it, while the flavors of berry, mineral and herbs all come together in friendly unison. Still holding its form nearly six years after harvest; drink now.",Reserve Marchigûe Estate,28,90,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2004 Reserve Marchigûe Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2004-reserve-marchigue-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,El Huique 14,Red,France,"The home vineyard of the Vigouroux family has produced an elegant wine, its fruit finely in keeping with freshness as well as solid, dry classic Malbec tannins. The wine's fruit is just an element in this well-balanced wine.",Château de Mercuès,20,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2007 Château de Mercuès Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2007-chateau-mercues-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Georges Vigouroux 13,Red,France,"From a vineyard managed by the Vigouroux family, Leret Monpezat's wine is big, dry, its massive dark fruit a powerful underlay for a series of tannins. The wine's depth is immense, powerful, a great concentration of licorice and blackberry flavors. Age for 3–4 years.",Château Leret Monpezat,12,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2006 Château Leret Monpezat Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2006-chateau-leret-monpezat-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Georges Vigouroux 14.3,Red,US,"This is a big, somewhat heavy Pinot Noir in its youth. It has the weight of a Grenache, with furry tannins housing flavors of red and black cherries, red currants and mocha. It's quite a good wine, but juvenile. Give it 2–3 years in the cellar, and it should glide through 2014 or so.",Ramal Vineyard,50,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gary Farrell 2007 Ramal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-ramal-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gary Farrell ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that has the characteristic 2004 perfume character, with vanilla, almost opulent fruits and layers of nutmeg. There are blackberry and apple pie flavors and firm, dry tannins. Bottled unfiltered, suggesting aging potential.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,90,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Quinta do Noval 14.5,Red,Australia,"Impressively textured for such an inexpensive Shiraz, Mitolo's 2007 Jester is a concentrated, slightly smoky, black-olive laced wine. Briny, smoky, savory notes would pair well with herbed leg of lamb. Drink now–2015.",Jester,23,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2007 Jester Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2007-jester-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Mitolo ,Red,US,"Winemaker Dave Stephenson has a great feel for Syrah, and this is the best of the fall releases from Otis Kenyon, showing sweet fruit flavors of blueberry and boysenberry, dotted with peppery spice. Excellent grip and structure, with ripe tannins and a milk chocolate finish that will have you reaching quickly for a re-pour.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Otis Kenyon ,Red,US,"This big, massively ripe Pinot Noir needs time in the cellar to come around. Right now, it's all jammy cherry, raspberry and cola, accented with spicy, smoky sandalwood. The finish is thoroughly dry, and the tannin-acid balance is classic coastal, suggesting a wine that should develop at least through 2011. It's made from 30-year-old vines planted to the Martini clone.",Bien Nacido Vineyard H Block,55,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Drake 2005 Bien Nacido Vineyard H Block Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drake-2005-bien-nacido-vineyard-h-block-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Drake ,Red,US,"This Chardonnay/Roussanne/Viognier blend is brisk and deep, loaded with minerality and fresh citrus rind flavors. Vivid acidity adds depth and persistence, with white peach, pear and fig fruit.",Subduction White,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2008 Subduction White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2008-subduction-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Syncline 12.5,Red,Italy,"Alle Viole is a penetrating blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet and Merlot with an extra oak element that comes off as spice, campfire and smoked bacon. At the center of this wine, however, is a solid base of red fruit that recalls cherry and blackberry. The wine is fresh and tonic but full and generous at the same time.",Alle Viole,12,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Ceppaiano 2005 Alle Viole Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ceppaiano-2005-alle-viole-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Tenuta di Ceppaiano 15.5,Red,Australia,"Despite an elevated alcohol level of 15.5%, the 2007 Bella's Garden Shiraz displays a crisp, red raspberry fruitiness framed by cedar and cocoa. It's surprisingly focused for this level of ripeness, the structure imparted more by acids than tannins. Drink it over the near term.",Bella's Garden,60,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2007 Bella's Garden Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-bellas-garden-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands 14.5,Red,US,"More accessible than Fogarty's block bottlings, yet showing the same mountain intensity and tannins. Shows interesting flavors of red cherries, cranberries, cola, oaky vanilla and peppery spices. Drink this full-bodied Pinot Noir now and through 2012.",Rapley Trail Vineyard Estate,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Rapley Trail Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-rapley-trail-vineyard-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thomas Fogarty 13,White,South Africa,"Grapefruit, melon and grass on the nose lead into a balanced, elegant array of tropical fruit, citrus and grass on the palate. All laced together with a dancing acidity and minerality, the wine is both refreshing and contemplative. Melon on the finish gives it extra luxury.",,20,90,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2008-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Thelema 13,Red,Italy,"This 70-30 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon offers an extra layer of sophistication that sits like a veil of smoke and spice over a hearty core of quality fruit. Mature blueberries, cherries and blackberries come to the forefront, followed by clove, cola and mesquite. The mouthfeel is smooth and long and is accented by bright notes of exotic spice.",Campaccio,30,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terrabianca 2006 Campaccio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2006-campaccio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Terrabianca 14.5,Red,US,"Lots to admire about this polished Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky in the mouth, with voluptuous flavors of raspberries, cherries, currants, licorice and cola. You'll also find plenty of zesty acidity. Needs some time to knit together and mellow. Better by late 2010 or 2011.",,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stewart 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stewart-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Stewart 14,Red,South Africa,"This softer style Pinotage is a benchmark for the variety from a producer who has helped put the wine on the map. The nose is a melding of plum, cherry, spice and black currant, and on the palate, mocha, plum, spice and cherry mingle, Soft, rich and integrated, it still has the spicy vigor of a true Pinotage.",,35,90,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2007 Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2007-pinotage-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2007,Kanonkop ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Densely tannic wine, certainly not ready to drink, with dusty tannins over ripe fruit, powered by a dry core of minerality. The wine is solid, with structure first and rich fruit after.",Late Bottled Vintage,15,90,Port,,,Vista Alegre 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-alegre-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Vista Alegre ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Initially the tannins dominate, but then ripe, sweet jelly and juicy fruit shows through, giving the wine its main character. There is some firm tannin, but the wine enjoys generous sweetness.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,90,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Taylor Fladgate 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Brunello from the hot 2003 vintage delivers a very elegant approach that is not jammy or cooked. In fact, the integrity of the fruit fares surprising well and the wine boasts intense aromas of blackberry, spice, cedar and cola. Playful oak aromas and fruity sweetness bring up the rear.",Riserva,85,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Palazzo 2003 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzo-2003-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2003,Palazzo 14,Red,US,"Very rich, very ripe, just enormous. Offers never-ending waves of sour cherry candy, cola, rhubarb pie, cranberry, Asian spice and smoky sandalwood flavors. Complex, but as good as it is, it's compromised by a hard vein of acidity, which accentuates the tannins. Edgy now, but could develop in the bottle. Try after 2010.",Dierberg Block Five,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tyler 2007 Dierberg Block Five Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2007-dierberg-block-five-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tyler ,Red,US,"At first this 100% Cabernet seems shut down, tight, but the supple mouthfeel suggests good things to come. Almost grudgingly it opens with compact layers of cassis, ash and rock. An ageworthy bottle.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tulpen 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tulpen 15,Red,Chile,"Copious oak results in aromas of mocha, vanilla, coffee and resin, while black plum and earthiness fill in the gaps. The palate is straightforward and intense, while flavors of cassis, berry and dark plum are ripe, sweet and bold. Solid as a brick and pure, with a slight herbal twist to the finish. Drink now through 2013.",Ninquén Mountain Vineyard,48,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2006 Ninquén Mountain Vineyard Syrah-Cabernet (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2006-mountain-vineyard-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-colchagua-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2006,Ninquén 14,Red,Australia,"Nine Stones sources fruit from several premium wine regions, and this Barossa offering is a terrific value, providing classic raspberry and chocolate regional character allied to size and softness. Drink it over the next 5–6 years.",,14,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Nine Stones 2008 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-stones-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,Nine Stones 14,Red,Austria,"Serious levels of wood run through this impressive wine, but never to the loss of the red fruits. There are hints of beetroot, layers of red plum juice, cranberry and acidity. The tannins are important now, and the wine does need to age.",Goldberg Reserve,36,90,Mittelburgenland,,,Johann Heinrich 2007 Goldberg Reserve Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-heinrich-2007-goldberg-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Johann Heinrich 14.6,White,US,"Lots to like in this dry, crisp, fruity young Sauvignon Blanc. It offers a sunburst of lemon, lime, and green grass flavors, with a touch of wild gooseberry and vanilla. Feels sleek and clean in the mouth.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Groth 15.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied, creamy in texture and densely concentrated, this is a chunky, Shiraz imbued with ample flavor intensity. Jammy, lifted cherry fruit easily carries accents of espresso and chocolate all the way through the finish. The price is right for a wine of this quality.",The Rascal,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2007 The Rascal Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2007-rascal-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Hugh Hamilton 13.5,Red,Austria,"With the addition of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to Austrian fruit, this is the international view from Igler. Wood aging has smoothed the fruit tannins, and this is a less explosive vintage of Vulcano than in the past. It is more on the elegant side, fruit, wood and acidity all in balance.",Vulcano,35,90,Burgenland,,,Hans Igler 2007 Vulcano Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-igler-2007-vulcano-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Hans Igler 13.5,Red,Austria,"As generous with its wood as its fruit, this is a wine in development. The elements are all there—the mineral structure, dark fruits and firm tannins. But at this stage, fruit is dominated by wood. Give it another 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Reserve,39,90,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2007 Reserve Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2007-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Gunter Triebaumer 14.2,Red,US,"Quite rich and exotic, with complex, appealing flavors of cocoa puff, mocha, buttered cinnamon toast, blackberry granola and smoky cedar. This richness finishes drily, but the wine is very tannic, giving it a lock-down astringency. Needs time. Best after 2011, and through 2015 or so.",The Montelena Estate,135,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 2005 The Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-2005-the-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Chateau Montelena 13.5,Red,France,"A big, burly, rich wine, with the Tannat tannins only just tamed by the ripe black spicy fruit. It has a real weight to it, packed with solid, structured and aromatic fruits, a great powerhouse. It is worth aging for 2–3 years.",Madiran Laplace,15,90,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2006 Madiran Laplace Tannat-Cabernet (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2006-madiran-laplace-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet,2006,Château d'Aydie 13,Dessert,France,"A beautifully balanced Monbazillac, giving attention to orange marmalade flavors, while resting securely on botrytis. The wine is generous but firm, with final acidity. A wine for aging.",,13,90,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Château Bélingard 2007 Monbazillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2007-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2007,Château Bélingard ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very ripe young fruit, a damson and sweet plum juice flavor, with a touch of stalkiness as well as richness. The wine bursts with fruit, although finally quite dry, with a complex, dark texture.",Late Bottled Vintage,22,90,Port,,,Dow's 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Dow's ,White,France,"Almond paste aromas and an attractive entry for a full-bodied wine that keeps freshness through bright pear and apricot juice flavors and a touch of spicy wood. The acidity shows slowly, but then brings in a wonderful series of citrus flavors.",Renaissance,23,90,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2008 Renaissance White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2008-renaissance-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2008,Domaine Rotier ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Firm, concentrated fruit and dusty tannins. The wine has acidity, freshness and attractive berry and fresh fruit flavors. Fine, vivid acidity completes a harmonious wine.",Late Bottled Vintage,18,90,Port,,,Cálem 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Cálem 14.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off with baked blackberries and other jammy notes, plus some hints of graham crackers, then adds savory meat and coffee elements. This is a full-bodied, rich Shiraz, with mouthdrying tannins at this stage, which seem slightly gritty on the finish. Drink 2012-2020.",Hand Picked Single Site Hahn Farm Vineyard Light Pass,70,91,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2006 Hand Picked Single Site Hahn Farm Vineyard Light Pass Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2006-hand-picked-single-site-hahn-farm-vineyard-light-pass-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Yalumba ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A sweet, rich opulent wine, very seductive, with soft tannins on a pillow of ripe fruits. There is a jelly character to the texture. The wine is full and generous, with light hints of acidity and spice.",Late Bottled Vintage,,91,Port,,,Wiese & Krohn 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiese-krohn-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Wiese & Krohn 14,Red,Italy,"There's personality and power here in the form of blackberry, cinnamon, Spanish cedar and pipe tobacco. The consistency of this Brunello is pleasantly thick, but elegant, with loads of intensity on the close and a crisp, clean finish.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2003 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2003-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2003,Poggio Nardone ,White,US,"This is a very mineral, fresh, grapefruity style of Viognier; it's got a lot of skin phenolics, and it really livens up the palate. Lime, tonic, citrus fruits and botanicals abound.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Viognier (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Viognier,2008,McCrea ,White,US,"Dense and spicy, this unique take on Riesling—Kabinett style at 9.5% alcohol and two percent residual sugar—shows a rarely seen strength of the iconic Champoux vineyard. Here are concentrated fruit flavors of grapefruit and pineapple, orange rind and lemon candy, continuing into a long finish with a pleasing sense of minerality. Decanting is a good idea.",Champoux Vineyard,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,O•S Winery 2008 Champoux Vineyard Riesling (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2008-champoux-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Riesling,2008,O•S Winery 13,Red,Austria,"This is a serious and impressive wine. The tannins are dark and concentrated, with firm black fig, damson and berry fruits, balanced with acidity. It is powerful, with all the best qualities of Blaufränkisch on view. Age for 1–2 years.",Kalk und Schiefer,24,91,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2007 Kalk und Schiefer Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2007-kalk-schiefer-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Nittnaus Anita und Hans ,Red,US,"Supple, complex and nicely layered, the Cabernet fruit really shines through this new release from Gordon Brothers. Cassis and blackberry meld into bitter chocolate, loam, caramel, pepper (from the addition of a little Syrah) and rock, an intriguing flavor stack that keeps your tongue on its toes. Good concentration and structure.",,23,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gordon Brothers 13,Red,France,"The perfumes of wood mingle with sweet Malbec berry fruit aromas. The wine is in a style that initially emphasizes the fresh, juicy fruit. Then it moves in on the tannins to give a densely dry wine, finishing with a tight, mineral edge.",Château de Haute-Serre,21,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2006 Château de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2006-chateau-de-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Georges Vigouroux ,White,US,"The opening aromas carry an impression of some overripe fruit, like papaya past its prime. Oddly, the flavors are sour and plain, with a bitter finish.",,16,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Van Duzer 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-duzer-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Van Duzer 14.5,Red,Australia,"At $50, this is the entry-level Shiraz from Clarendon Hills, and it's a worthy effort, offering blueberry fruit laced with vanilla, chocolate and coffee elements. It's round in the mouth and soft, making it immediately accessible. Lacks the concentration of CH's top bottlings, suggesting it should be consumed over the next few years.",Bakers Gully,50,89,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Bakers Gully Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-bakers-gully-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2007,Clarendon Hills 14,Red,Italy,"Here is the debut vintage from a new estate managed by Castello di Volpaia's Federica Mascheroni Stianti. The blend of Merlot and Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc offers bright cherry notes followed by youthful tones of black fruit and light touches of spice and smoke. The wine is soft and round on the palate with sweet fruit flavors and a pleasant, soft feel.",Morello di Prile,22,89,Tuscany,Maremma,,Prelius 2007 Morello di Prile (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prelius-2007-morello-prile-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Prelius 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, full, dense and foresty, with minty oak, controlled sauvage character and a strong identity. Flavorful, with intense blackberry, spiced plum and heat. Tight and rugged out of the chute, with oak on the finish. Will settle over the next year or two.",Reserva Especial,20,89,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2008 Reserva Especial Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2008-reserva-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2008,Viña Tabalí 14.5,Red,Australia,"With its aromas of smoke and cracked pepper, this shows more Rhône-ish qualities than many of its Barossa brethren. It's also less weighty than most, with an appealingly silky texture that fades just a little too quickly on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Hand Picked Single Site Barty's,70,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2006 Hand Picked Single Site Barty's Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2006-hand-picked-single-site-bartys-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Yalumba ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A ripe, jammy, caramel style, with super-sweet fruit and spice followed by toast and fig jam. The wine is big, bold, opulent, finishing with bright berry flavors.",Late Bottled Vintage,20,88,Port,,,Quinta da Gaivosa 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-gaivosa-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Quinta da Gaivosa 14,Red,Chile,"Nice, friendly aromas feature leafy notes and dry, herbal fruit. The palate is narrow and high in acidity, which pushes the fruit flavors toward raspberry and tart black cherry. Remains lean in scope across the finish, where edgy apple skin flavors take over. Good and honest, but hard and scratchy.",Gold Reserve Single Vineyard,72,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2005 Gold Reserve Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2005-gold-reserve-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Carmen 13.5,White,Chile,"A very nice blended white with melon and powdered sugar aromas. The palate is ripe and bouncy, with body and flavors of apricot, orange and lime. Dry and brushing up against complex on the finish. Shows more Viognier than Chardonnay. More than solid for the money. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva,15,88,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2008 Reserva Chardonnay-Viognier (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2008-reserva-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-limari-valley/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Tamaya ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A big chunky wine, its sweetness masked by continuing tannins and layers of wood aging. The wine shows figs, is dry and firm, but the richness is still there, although spirit is prominent in the aftertaste.",Late Bottled Vintage,,88,Port,,,Quinta da Gaivosa 1999 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-gaivosa-1999-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1999,Quinta da Gaivosa 12,White,South Africa,"This approachable, fruity quaff starts with crisp citrus and tropical fruit on the nose, leading into fresh, fun, fruity flavors backed by a lively, minerally kick. Some spice on the finish gives it extra oomph. Not terribly complex, but definitely exciting.",Celebration,11,88,Coastal Region,,,Westerland 2008 Celebration White (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westerland-2008-celebration-white-coastal-region/,White Blend,2008,Westerland 14.9,White,US,"Very dry and somewhat lean, with citrus, mineral and peach flavors. Oak adds a rich coating of buttered toast and smoky caramel. An elegant wine that's at its best now.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2007 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2007-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Groth ,Red,US,"Solid Syrah character is evident—pomegranate, wild berry, and gamy streaks of soy and earth and peppery spice woven into the flavors. Light chocolate adds interest to the finish, but some chalkiness (from unintegrated acids?) detracts from the finish.",,39,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Matthews 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matthews-estate-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Matthews 13.5,White,US,"A great value at this price. Shows beautiful crispness and minerality, with ripe flavors of pineapples, limes and green apples. There's a honeyed richness to the finish, but the wine is fundamentally dry.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ancient Peaks 14,Red,Italy,"There are slight accents of chocolate and licorice here that sit over a solid core of cherries and blackberries. The wine (a 60-40 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet) is rich and succulent in the mouth and would pair nicely with tomato, ricotta and sausage pasta.",Grazioso,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Meleto 2007 Grazioso Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-2007-grazioso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castello di Meleto 13,White,South Africa,This wine offers a balance of apple and citrus crispness with a touch of buttery oak. The nose is redolent of crisp fruits; on the palate it's refreshing and seafood-friendly. Pair with shellfish or creamy egg dishes.,,10,87,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2009 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2009-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,Indaba 14,Red,South Africa,"Smoke, pepper and spice give this sprightly Shiraz a smoldering edge. On the palate, red berry tartness and smoke need some time to blow off, but overall the wine is rich and balanced. An ageable choice that has a food-friendly character—with smoked ribs or brisket, a total winner.",Finlayson Family Vineyards,23,87,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2006 Finlayson Family Vineyards Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2006-finlayson-family-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2006,Edgebaston 12.5,White,South Africa,"This Sauvignon Blanc offers a snappy spin of citrus and spice aromas, followed by balanced flavors of gooseberry, citrus, white fruit and herbs. stylish and distinctive, it will pair well with seafood, asparagus dishes and spicy cuisine.",,21,87,Western Cape,,,Mulderbosch 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2008-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mulderbosch 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and still fairly tannic at the age of four–plus, with the herbal taste that often marks Alexander Valley Cabs. Yet there's enough blackberry, currant and cocoa richness to satisfy. Should develop over the next six years.",Estate Grown,35,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2005 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2005-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Sausal 14,Red,Chile,"Nice aromas of smoked meat, coconut, dried berry fruit and pepper set up a nice palate of concentrated, snappy raspberry and plum flavors. Clean, mildly herbal, nicely spiced and with good mouthfeel and follow through. Shows the mildest touch of creamy oak flavor.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,12,87,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2007 Castillo de Molina Reserva Shiraz (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-castillo-molina-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maule-valley/,Shiraz,2007,San Pedro 13.5,Red,Austria,"A wine that is soft, open, light and fruity. Blackberry flavors are dominant, with attractive acidity floating through the gentle palate. Spice adds final interest. Screwcap.",,15,87,Burgenland,,,Johann Heinrich 2008 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-heinrich-2008-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Johann Heinrich 13.5,Red,Italy,"Coffee, chocolate, rose and sandalwood open the nose of this nicely concentrated Sangiovese. The wine is plush and dense in the mouth with bright berry flavors and a raw, chewy feel. It ends long with power and determination on the close.",I Piaggioni,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocali 2007 I Piaggioni Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2007-i-piaggioni-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Mocali 14.5,Red,Australia,"Impressively silky for the price, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (53%), Shiraz (35%), Petit Verdot (7%) and Malbec (5%) is a bargain that should be easy enough to find, with 10,000 cases imported. Toasty oak and vanilla notes frame mixed berries and olives, marrying sweet and savory elements into a pleasing, medium-bodied red for early consumption.",Langhorne Crossing,10,87,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2008 Langhorne Crossing Red (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2008-langhorne-crossing-red-langhorne-creek/,Red Blend,2008,Bleasdale 13.5,White,US,"As pretty and polished as California Gewürztraminer gets. Shows fabulous Anderson Valley acidity and minerality undergirding varietal flavors of sweet Asian spices, pears, peaches, limes and honeysuckle flowers. With its dry finish, it's a rich accompaniment to Vietnamese or Thai food.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2008 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2008-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Handley 12,Dessert,Chile,"Peachy and a little sharp on the nose, but the palate is smooth and glides along nicely, and the flavors of citrus, honey and caramel are good and hold form through the finish. You can definitely taste the botrytis here, especially on the finish. Fresh and not at all funky. Drink now through 2013.",Botrytis Selection Noble,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Botrytis Selection Noble Sémillon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-botrytis-selection-noble-semillon-colchagua-valley/,Sémillon,2008,Viu Manent 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This was bottled, unfiltered, in 2007, allowing aging in the bottle. It is structured, edging towards firm, the full stalky berry flavors still with fresh acidity despite the sweetness.",Late Bottled Vintage,26,87,Port,,,Quinta do Crasto 2002 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2002-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2002,Quinta do Crasto 14.9,Red,US,"This is a strongly flavored young wine. There's nothing subtle about the blast of blackberries, cherries and currants, of the sweet, smoky oak. The tannins are pronounced, giving a dusty astringency in the mouth. Should develop for 2–4 years.",Tytanium Caton Vineyard,75,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2006 Tytanium Caton Vineyard Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2006-tytanium-vineyard-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Ty Caton 13.5,White,South Africa,"Lemon, pineapple and spice aromas, followed by flavors of crisp citrus and rounded gooseberry mean this wine can pair with myriad dishes. A deft, elegant touch—with the trademark Elgin freshness and minerality—keeps the fruit from heaviness. A fun, clean wine with food pairing character.",The Vineyards,13,87,Elgin,,,South Hill 2008 The Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/south-hill-2008-vineyards-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,South Hill 12.5,Red,France,"Even at their lightest, the wines of Luc de Conti have great style. This fruity, red cherry and spice wine is bright, fresh, with just the right layer of tannins. The finish is firm, but without losing the fruit.",Le Classique,15,87,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2007 Le Classique Merlot (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2007-le-classique-merlot-bergerac/,Merlot,2007,Château Tour des Gendres 13.5,Red,US,"Dark, bone dry and tannic, a full-bodied wine whose tartness and astringency call for rich fare, like beef stew. Shows deeply ripe flavors of blackberries, cassis, bitter dark chocolate and black pepper that are enlivened with brisk acidity.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Estancia 2007 Shiraz (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast/,Shiraz,2007,Estancia 11.5,Dessert,Chile,"Scattered on the nose, with peach and honey notes. More solid on the palate, where bitter orange, banana and honey flavors vie for center stage. Loses some intensity and clarity on the finish, but there's enough vital acidity throughout to keep it moving in the right direction. A good dessert wine for simple settings.",Late Harvest,18,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2007 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2007-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Errazuriz 14.5,White,US,"Lean and minerally, with dry, crisp Meyer lemon, pineapple and toasty oak flavors. Starts off a bit sulfury and seems rushed to market. Better by mid-2010.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Longboard 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Longboard 13.5,Red,Chile,"Not an overweight wine, which is a good thing. The nose has dry, peppery, herbal aromas of dusty cherry and berry notes, while the palate has a medium body to it and flavors of peppery cherry/berry. Light, airy, dry and competent. Doesn't push the envelope too hard.",Reserve,15,87,Curicó Valley,,,Pacifico Sur 2007 Reserve Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifico-sur-2007-reserve-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pacifico Sur ,Red,US,"The blend changes annually—here it's two thirds Merlot and one third Cabernet Sauvignon—but the wine remains accessible and spicy, a mix of currant and berry, pepper and cedar.",Matchless Red,23,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2007 Matchless Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2007-matchless-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Otis Kenyon ,Red,US,"Aggressive tannins and an unusually strong herbal component make this new vintage of Feather a bit difficult to assess at this moment. It's peppery and stemmy in the nose, earthy and tannic in the mouth, with suggestions of asparagus. Quite a change from past vintages, but perhaps just a stage in its further evolution.",,60,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Feather 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feather-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Feather 14,White,Chile,"Three years running, this wine has been getting better. It shows textbook Elqui aromas of jalapeno peppers and gooseberry, while the flavors are a little tropical due to pineapple notes. On the back end it reverts toward minerally green fruit, jalapeno and white pepper dust. Good wine; not vegetal.",Reserva,11,87,Elqui Valley,,,Falernia 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falernia-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-elqui-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Falernia 13,Red,France,"A densely tannic wine initially, but then one that broadens out with spice, sweet wood and fresh black currant fruits. The base wine of the Berthoumieu range, this is still a powerful statement.",Haute Tradition,15,87,Southwest France,Madiran,,Domaine Berthoumieu 2007 Haute Tradition Red (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthoumieu-2007-haute-tradition-red-madiran/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine Berthoumieu 15,Red,US,"Dry and robust, this Zin has briary, brambly flavors set off by a rich, slightly bitter streak of red currants and tobacco. It's a full-bodied, tannic wine whose peppery spices will play well against a grilled steak.",Fall Creek Vineyard Old Vine,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Brazin 2007 Fall Creek Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazin-2007-fall-creek-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Brazin 14.9,Red,US,"Arch and acidic now, which is this wine's main feature. It cuts across the palate with a bite, and you have to wonder if that sharpness will ever go away. Otherwise, it's dry, silky and rich in ripe wild cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors.",,90,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pahlmeyer 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pahlmeyer-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pahlmeyer 12.5,Red,Austria,"A fresh, soft and fruity wine. It has sweet damsons, some caramel and vanilla and soft tannins. Very juicy, to drink now. Screwcap.",Windradlweingarten,19,87,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2007 Windradlweingarten Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2007-windradlweingarten-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2007,Pratsch ,Red,US,"This is mostly Tempranillo, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot comprising the rest of the blend. The nose is liquorous and the wine dark and hot—to some tasters it may seem overripe. There seems to be some residual sugar also. Flavors are sweet black cherry and light prune, along with baking spice, hints of tobacco and licorice. Though 14.3% is the listed alcohol, it feels bigger and finishes with some heat and astringent tannins.",Tinto Red,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pomum 2007 Tinto Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomum-cellars-2007-tinto-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Pomum 13,Red,Italy,"Amaranto is a youthful expression of Sangiovese with loads of fresh fruit, almond and sweet shadings of exotic spice. What really helps this wine stand apart is the easy and fresh nature of its mouthfeel. It delivers power without overt muscle or heaviness. It's an easy-drinking wine for everyday occasions.",Amaranto,18,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Podere San Cristoforo 2008 Amaranto (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2008-amaranto-sangiovese-maremma/,Sangiovese,2008,Podere San Cristoforo 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very fresh fruit, somewhat stalky, with tannins that show a ripe character over good spice. The flavors of berry fruits and figs are easy, soft, finishing with attractive acidity.",Ruby,12,87,Port,,,Poças NV Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-ruby-port-109630/,Port,,Poças 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and a little bitter in tannins, with flavors of cherries, cranberries and herbs. It's elegantly constructed and feels silky and balanced in the mouth. A very nice and versatile food wine that will take a few years of cellaring.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2006 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2006-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2006,Dry Creek Vineyard 14.1,Red,US,"Shows the crisp acidity of the coast, with the hedonistic ripeness of the vintage, to produce a pleasantly rich wine to drink now. Floods the mouth with raspberry, cherry, bacon, cola, pepper spice and sandalwood flavors.",,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Davis Family 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Davis Family 14.5,Red,US,"A nice, fleshy young Merlot, vibrant and elegantly constructed. It's ready to drink now for its silky mouthfeel and dry, complex flavors of cherries, red currants, tobacco, herbs and cedar.",Sonoma Reserve,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blackstone 2007 Sonoma Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2007-sonoma-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Blackstone 13.5,White,South Africa,"This wine has a minerally, citric, peppery character that's both fresh and distinctive. Lemon/lime aromas mingle with toasty oak on the nose, followed by integrated flavors of vanilla, toast and spice. A clean but round Chardonnay; great with oysters or lobster.",,25,87,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2007 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2007-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2007,Thelema 14,Red,Chile,"Chunky, dark, slightly leafy and herbal, but not doctored up by heavy oak so it comes across natural. The palate has weight and balance along with black plum and roasted berry flavors, while the finish offers spearmint, herbal hints, black pepper and a good feel.",Reserva,13,87,Rapel Valley,,,Terra Andina 2007 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2007-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Terra Andina 14.1,White,US,"A polished, supple Sauvignon Blanc in the California style of ripe, slightly sweet and candied. Shows clean, crisp flavors of lemongrass, pineapple Lifesavers and vanilla.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Longboard 13.5,Red,Austria,"A surprisingly mature-colored wine, with flavors that are of herbs, dark tannins as well as more juicy beets and dark black cherries. There is firm concentration, but the wine should be drunk now.",Selection,18,87,Burgenland,,,Juris 2006 Selection Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juris-2006-selection-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2006,Juris 14.5,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with rich mountain tannins and focused, concentrated blackberry and black currant flavors that finish with a dark chocolate and spice flourish. Dense and full-bodied, it should develop over the next 2–3 years.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Thomas Fogarty 14.5,Red,US,"A very nice wine for drinking now with roasts and Italian fare. It's a light- to medium-boded wine, marked by cherry, red currant, bacon and spice flavors brightened by a bite of acidity.",Estate Grown,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2007 Estate Grown Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2007-estate-grown-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Sausal 14,Red,Chile,"Nothing wrong with this under-$10 Cab, and in truth it's really quite good and drinkable. Black cherry, cola and other common aromas lead to cassis, blackberry and other standard flavors. With good tannins and structure, this is your quintessential value-priced Cabernet from Chile.",Reserva,9,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Alicia 13.5,White,Chile,"Lemon-lime aromas are light, floral and simple to like, while the flavors of apricot, peach and lime are basic but refreshing. More pleasant and easygoing than exact or serious, with cleansing acidity and manageable alcohol (Viognier often tops 15%). Less “varietal” than Viogniers from France or California.",Reserva,13,87,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Viognier (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-viognier-limari-valley/,Viognier,2009,Viña Tabalí 13.5,White,Chile,"A similar wine to the $13 Reserva, except more oaky and more driving. Not exactly toasty or vanilla-laden on the nose, but there is a noticeable barrel influence. And in the mouth, it's acidic and smart, with lemony fruit and a scouring finish. Classic minerally, lean Limari Chardonnay.",Reserva Especial,20,87,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2008 Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2008-reserva-especial-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Viña Tabalí 13.5,Red,Italy,"Although this wine is executed in a light and informal style, it shows excellent integrity of fresh berries and a playful, youthful approach that will appeal to those looking for an everyday dinner wine. Well-dosed notes of spice, chocolate and tobacco fill in the background.",,25,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2007-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Villa Poggio Salvi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Villa Pillo delivers a thick and chunky Syrah from Tuscany that would pair nicely with meat roasts or sausage stuffed with fennel seeds. The wine is thick and smooth in the mouth with cherry and toasted aromas. It's not particularly complex, but it is extremely satisfying to drink.",,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2007 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Villa Pillo 14.5,Red,Chile,"Candied, sweet and strained on the nose, with blackberry, plum and fresh-laid asphalt aromas. The palate is healthy and high in acidity, but the flavors of blackberry, toast and herbs come together fairly well. Slightly warm and baked on the finish. Has its share of character, attributes and flaws.",Apalta Vineyard,19,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Veranda 2008 Apalta Vineyard Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veranda-2008-apalta-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Veranda 13.9,Red,US,"Husch's Pinot Noirs always are made in a lighter style. The '07 shows the ripe elegance of the vintage, a silky wine with flavors of cherries, boysenberries, cola and sandalwood, with a touch of pepper.",,23,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2007 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2007,Husch ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With toffee and sweet vanilla aromas, this is a wine that is layered with sweetness and soft but concentrated fruits. Big jam dominates, the acidity only a hint of freshness.",Late Bottled Vintage,,87,Port,,,Quinta da Pedra Alta 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pedra-alta-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta da Pedra Alta 13,Red,Austria,"There are plenty of tannins here, in a wine that has as much dark chocolate as fruit. The acidity, jammy plums and dusty texture circle around the more bitter core, but finally give a well-balanced wine. Screwcap.",Exquisit,32,87,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2007 Exquisit Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2007-exquisit-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2007,Pratsch 14,Red,US,"Nice and silky and dry, with good, translucent flavors of cola, rhubarbs, cherries and spices, brightened with crisp, tangy acidity. Seems at its best now, a clean, properly coastal Pinot with some elegance.",Aubaine Vineyards,40,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sinor-LaVallee 2007 Aubaine Vineyards Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2007-aubaine-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sinor-LaVallee 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Rich plum and sweet, luscious cedar lead on this smooth, elegant Shiraz. On the palate plum, cinnamon and savory spice shine. The finish is spicy with a dash of pepper. A great go-to wine for hearty meals, or to sip alone.",,14,87,Western Cape,,,Leatherwood 2006 Shiraz-Viognier (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leatherwood-2006-shiraz-syrah-viognier-western-cape/,Shiraz-Viognier,2006,Leatherwood 14.6,Red,US,"The Serience is round and fruity, with sweet strawberry jam flavors front and center. This shows its 14.6% alcohol with a bit of burn in the finish.",Serience Red,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Zefina 2005 Serience Red Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zefina-2005-serience-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2005,Zefina ,White,US,"There's a wonderful crispness and minerality to the flavorful Sauvignon Blanc fruit, with its rich waves of pineapples, lemons, limes, peaches and vanilla. Very good, although it finishes almost off-dry. Drink now.",Blueprint,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 2008 Blueprint Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-2008-blueprint-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Lail 14,Red,Chile,"Dark, rubbery aromas yield to black cherry and spice, while the full-bodied palate has both sweet flavors of blackberry and cola but also some acid, tartness and pie cherry character. Drying, solid and full of red plum and berry fruit.",,17,87,Maipo Valley,,,Koyle 2007 Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2007,Koyle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sweeter and more medicinal than Morandé's basic Pionero Cab, but more or less on the same quality level. The mouthfeel is solid with slightly rough tannins, while the flavor profile revolves around medicinal cherry and cassis. Finishes similarly.",Reserva,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Morandé 12.5,Red,Austria,"Fresh, fruity and juicy, this is a bright expression of Zweigelt. It is packed with red cherry and currant flavors, lively balanced acidity and a delicious warm finish. Screwcap.",,20,87,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2008 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2008-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2008,Judith Beck 14.8,Red,US,"Here's a ripe, exuberantly fruity Cabernet that tastes like a pastry dessert melted into wine. But it's dry. Delicious for its buttery, baked pie crust flavors of black cherries and cola. Seems best now and for a few years.",,42,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jax 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and staunch on the nose, with gentle burnt, leafy qualities to go with berry aromas. Ripe plum, berry, pepper and dryness define the palate, while the finish shows vanilla and a mild leafiness. Has enough positives to earn a recommendation.",Reserve,18,87,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,El Huique 14.5,Red,US,"One of the better Sangioveses out there, although it's more like Zinfandel than the great grape of Tuscany. It's robust in rustic tannins, with ripe, extracted flavors of wild forest berries, cola, licorice, beef teriaki and sandalwood. At its best now.",Estate,28,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,IL Gioiello 2006 Estate Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-gioiello-2006-estate-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,2006,IL Gioiello 15.6,Red,US,"Very dry and full-bodied, with firm tannins, this young Syrah rewards for its deep, long flavors of blackberries, raspberries, cassis, leather, orange pekoe tea and black pepper. It shows lots of sophistication and elegance. Ready now.",,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,IL Gioiello 2005 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-gioiello-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2005,IL Gioiello 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a young Chianti from the Siena hills with a healthy dose of vibrant fruit that helps push the wine forward over the palate. You'll recognize cherry, blueberry and a slight touch of roasted almond at the back. The wine is fresh, crisp and easy-drinking overall.",,13,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2008 Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2008-red-chianti-colli-senesi/,Red Blend,2008,Fattoria Del Cerro ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry and solidly tannic, with hints of wood and spice. The fruit is stalky, juicy, with acidity as a constant presence. It is bright, but without great depth.",Late Bottled Vintage,33,87,Port,,,Churchill's 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Churchill's 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an understated Vino Nobile with elegant, but not very intense, notes of blackberry, almond, spice, mesquite wood and cola. The wine is thin and a bit sharp on the palate with crisp acidity and medium length on the close.",,25,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 2006 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2006-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Avignonesi ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An elegant wine, its acidity showing through balanced black berry fruits. The wine has good spice along with a dry core of light tannins.",Presidential Late Bottled Vintage,23,87,Port,,,C. da Silva 2004 Presidential Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-2004-presidential-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,C. da Silva 14.7,Red,US,"Tasted in a flight of Pinot Noirs, this one stood out for a raisiny, pruny note, suggesting exceedingly ripe, even shriveled grapes. That gave it some bitterness throughout, although it's still quite a good wine. A pity, because otherwise it's a lovely wine, with refined tannins and wonderfully crisp acids.",,39,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Boekenoogen 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenoogen-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Boekenoogen ,Red,US,"Despite the goofy moniker, a serious effort, with very fresh, juicy, fruit-driven flavors of plum and cherry. Tart and spicy, it is a splendid food wine, with lots of snap and tang.",Commander Comet,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Soos Creek 2007 Commander Comet Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2007-commander-comet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Soos Creek ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Big and ripe, the tannins well behind the rich fruit character. It is full in the mouth, offering bright spice, acidity as well as blackberry juice flavors. There is a stalky, drier edge to the finish.",Late Bottled Vintage,15,88,Port,,,Vista Alegre 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-alegre-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Vista Alegre 14,Red,Chile,"Tabalí is swimming upstream by making good, fairly rich Cabernet in cool, coastal Limarí, but who's complaining? This wine starts with jammy raspberry, cherry and cassis aromatics, which are followed by a solid blast of cherry and cassis flavors. There's grab and sweet residue to the finish, but overall this is a tasty, ripe wine that's showing well.",Reserva,15,88,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Viña Tabalí 14,Rose,Chile,"A nice rosé, especially at $9. The pink color is attractive and so is the bouquet of cotton candy, fresh red fruits and vanilla. The palate shows proper zest and kick, while the flavors of plum and raspberry are juicy and controlled. Finishes healthy and citrusy. Proof that Chile is learning how to make good, affordable rosé wines.",Reserva Rosé,9,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Reserva Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-reserva-rose-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2009,Santa Alicia ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very fruity, with plenty of acidity, the black currant and sweet plums fitting well together. The wine has some firm tannins as well, but the character is more fruity and soft.",Late Bottled Vintage,32,88,Port,,,Sandeman 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Sandeman ,Red,US,"A fine value in a Washington Syrah, meaty, smoky and oaky, but with the acid and fruit to carry it through. Briary, peppery and tart, it registers a moderate 14.2% on the alcohol scale.",Burgess Vineyard,18,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2007 Burgess Vineyard Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2007-burgess-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Thurston Wolfe ,White,US,"Sharp scents with a hint of petrol lead into a barrel-fermented wine with concentrated citrus fruit. The light barrel toast gives it a sort of lemon meringue finish, with a hint of toasted coconut.",,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2008-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Three Rivers 13.6,White,US,"Made in the modern style, this Chardonnay is very ripe and rich in jammy pineapples, green apples and limes, enhanced with smoky, caramelized oak and a creamy, slightly sour note of lees. It's fortunately balanced with crisp acidity. Best now and through 2012 before the fruit goes south.",Reserve,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2007-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Robert Mondavi ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A great caramel and dried raisin character, the wine showing figs and spice, touched by the spirit but not more. The end has dryness, a firm finish.",Special Reserve Tawny,19,88,Port,,,Poças NV Special Reserve Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-special-reserve-tawny-port-109632/,Port,,Poças 13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out grapey and big, but soon it finds its focus. The palate is wide and fruity, with balanced tannins and acidity propping up black grape and blackberry flavors. There's some smack to the finish, but the berry flavor is prime and the wine gets better with air. One of Tamaya's best Cabs to date. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva,15,88,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tamaya ,Red,US,"This new Rock Island Red blends 50% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Cabernet Franc—a Meritage style with a beguiling blend of herbs and cherries. Sharp aromas include licorice and smoke; if the fruit had just a little more weight and depth this could compete with much pricier wines.",Rock Island Red,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2007 Rock Island Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2007-rock-island-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Ryan Patrick 14.9,Red,US,"Ripe and spicy, this Zin brims with pepper-sprinkled blackberries, plums, tobacco and anise. It's a dry, full-bodied wine with rich, firm tannins.",Reserve,24,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2007 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2007-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Rancho Zabaco ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very dry wine, perfumed with violets and geranium aromas. The wine is firm, dark and dense, but that perfume is off-putting. The tannins though are impressive, solid and powerful.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,88,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,White,South Africa,"The sprightly allure of Elgin shows well here, with the wine's fresh lemon/lime and mineral aromas, and the dancing quality of the grapefruit, apple and citrus on the tongue. Food friendly and light, the wine has a delicate quality that's both sophisticated and easy drinking. Pair with sushi, salads and fresh seafood.",,12,88,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2008-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Paul Cluver 13,Red,Austria,"Rubin is the name of a style of ripe, rich reds made in Carnuntum from Zweigelt or Blaufränkisch. Gerhard Markowitsch's interpretation is smooth, emphasizing the rich, juicy character of Zweigelt, with lashings of cherry juice.",Rubin,22,88,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2008 Rubin Zweigelt (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2008-rubin-other-red-zweigelt-carnuntum/,Zweigelt,2008,Markowitsch 14.6,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet, with earthy flavors of blackberries, tobacco, sweet dried herbs and smoke. Ready now with a juicy steak.",Mavericks Signature Series Special Blend,50,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Longboard 2007 Mavericks Signature Series Special Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2007-mavericks-signature-series-special-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Longboard 13.5,White,South Africa,"This Chenin starts with aromas of vanilla, spice and honey, followed by upfront flavors of peaches, honey and spice. Fun but elegant, with a balanced freshness that keeps it clean on the tongue. Pair with creamy cheeses, fruit.",Wooded,10,88,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2008 Wooded Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2008-wooded-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Fleur Du Cap ,Red,US,"This unusual project releases just a single blended red wine annually. The wine is a Cabernet-dominated Bordeaux blend, but includes significant proportions of three different vintages. Consistent with earlier releases, this is a smooth, soft, lightly chocolaty red wine. It's pleasant to drink, seamless, smooth and tasting of cherry fruit and hazelnut candy.",Release Number Four Red Wine,48,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Ensemble Cellars NV Release Number Four Red Wine Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ensemble-cellars-nv-release-number-four-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Ensemble Cellars 13,White,Chile,"Emiliana's Natura is a consistently fresh, clean SB. The nose is mildly green and citrusy, with hints of grass, fresh herbs, orange peel and grapefruit. Mineral, lemon, lime and green apple work the flavor profile, while the finish is chiseled and pure. Clean and crisp throughout.",Natura,11,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Natura Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-natura-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Emiliana 13,Red,France,"Aromas of perfumed wood, with the wood tannins persisting on the palate. The wine needs to lose its wood dominance to allow the fruit to come through. There is enough rich black currant flavor for this to happen in the next 2–3 years.",Cuvée Blanche de Bosredon,20,88,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Bélingard 2007 Cuvée Blanche de Bosredon Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2007-cuvee-blanche-bosredon-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Bélingard 15.5,Red,US,"Kind of heavy and oaky now, with the weight almost of Syrah. It's a big, unctuous and rich wine, stuffed with elaborate chocolate-covered cherry, bacon, anise and pepper flavors. Just delicious, but not particularly Pinot-esque. Might soften and mellow in 3–5 years.",Proximus,56,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Adastra 2006 Proximus Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2006-proximus-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2006,Adastra 13.5,Red,Italy,"You'll get loads of exotic spice here with background notes of scented candle, cinnamon and ground clove. More vanilla and Indian spice follows in the mouth and lingers long in terms of aftertaste. Pair this blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with smoked ham.",Poderuccio,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Camigliano 2007 Poderuccio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2007-poderuccio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Camigliano ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A soft, generous wine, with the acidity a light touch over the plum and damson fruits. Dry tannins offer some contrast, leaving a wine that is well balanced, ready to drink.",Late Bottled Vintage,,88,Port,,,Borges 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Borges ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A spicy wine, the flavors layered with vanilla, giving it a smooth character, rich with sweet jelly flavors. There is a good core of tannin to balance.",Late Bottled Vintage,24,88,Port,,,Kopke 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Kopke 15.5,Red,US,"This is a very rich, decadent Zin, with massive waves of crushed ripe blackberries, black currants, chocolate, licorice, bacon and pepper. It's quite high in alcohol, but it wears the heat well. Drink now–2011.",Boschetti Vineyard,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,JR Wine 2007 Boschetti Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2007-boschetti-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,JR Wine 15,Red,Australia,"Being inland and dry-farmed, Jasper Hill wines tend to show considerable vintage variation. This 2007 is slightly raisiny and warm, with hints of chocolate and dried berries allied to firm tannins. Cellar it and hope for the best; try after 2015.",Georgia's Paddock,75,88,Victoria,Heathcote,,Jasper Hill 2007 Georgia's Paddock Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jasper-hill-2007-georgias-paddock-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2007,Jasper Hill ,Red,US,"This is the best Wild Z to date, with evolved and fragrant aromas of brown sugar, ripe raspberries, cinnamon and cedar. Flavors follow in kind, with soft, mature fruit laced with streaks of vanilla.",Wild Z Red Wine,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2006 Wild Z Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2006-wild-z-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Zerba Cellars 14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine pretty much epitomizes Langhorne Creek's regional characteristics, offering a silky texture and minty nuances. Cedary oak adds some needed structure to this easy-drinking, chocolaty Shiraz. Drink now–2015.",Bremerview,18,88,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2007 Bremerview Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2007-bremerview-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2007,Bleasdale 13,Dessert,France,"The second property owned by the Latrille family of Château Jolys, Jurque has produced a fruity wine, lightly sweet, emphasizing a fruit salad of flavors, with fresh acidity as dominant as sweetness. A delicious apéritif style of wine.",Tendresse de Jurque,23,88,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château de Jurque 2008 Tendresse de Jurque (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2008-tendresse-de-white-jurancon/,White Blend,2008,Château de Jurque 13.8,Red,US,"Young and not showing much now beyond huge, powerful fruit and smoky, unintegrated oak. It floods the mouth with waves of black cherry jam, black raspberry tarts, red currants, cola and dusty, East Asian spices. Forward and simple now, but could develop bottle complexity over the next 4–6 years. The score reflects potential, not current reality.",,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Brophy Clark 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Brophy Clark 14.5,Red,Chile,"Attractive aromas of balsam wood, smoky berry and earth announce this as true Syrah, while the palate has good feel and balance along with lively flavors of berry fruit, dry oak and herbs. Fairly dense, with good integrity.",,19,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2007 Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2007,Arboleda ,White,US,"This blend of Viognier, Roussanne, Chardonnay and Marsanne starts with strong scents of toast, then hits the mouth with concentrated orange peel, orange candy and other tropical candy flavors. The mouthfeel is substantial, with evident tannins, and a soft, juicy finish. Definitely a drink-now wine, with some burn in the finish.",Lightning White,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Lightning White White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-lightning-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2008,Airfield Estates 14,Red,South Africa,"Blackberry, plum and pepper on the nose are followed by red and black berries, vanilla/nuts and tobacco on the palate. A spicy, somewhat masculine style that is rounded off slightly by ripe fruit. The finish is lively. Pair with lamb or stew.",Bergkelder Selection,12,88,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2008 Bergkelder Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2008-bergkelder-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fleur Du Cap 13,Red,Austria,"An intriguing blend of Blaufränkisch and Nebbiolo (hence the table wine appellation). It has a creamy character, smooth and polished. Fruity, but also with a hint of barnyard, this is finely rounded, finishing with a green, herbal character. Screwcap.",Alpha,20,88,Austria,,,Johann Heinrich 2008 Alpha Red (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-heinrich-2008-alpha-red/,Red Blend,2008,Johann Heinrich 13.8,Red,US,"Dry, earthy and somewhat closed now, this shy wine isn't offering much beyond the tannins, oak and sour cherry candy fruit. Yet it's excellently structured, and seems to want a few years to knit together and mellow. Try 2010–2013.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Labyrinth 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/labyrinth-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Labyrinth 13.5,Red,Italy,"Berry fruit and some dried apple skin come off the nose of this nicely shaped Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Give it a few minutes to open up in the glass: you'll also get background notes of pepper, clove and wood shaving. Pair this ruby colored Tuscan wine with steak and wild porcini mushrooms.",Salco,45,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Salcheto 2004 Salco (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salcheto-2004-salco-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2004,Salcheto 12.5,Red,Italy,"There's a patina of exotic spice and potpourri that peels back to reveal forest berry, bramble and cranberry. The wine offers medium intensity and length before imparting piquant tones of spice and black pepper.",Il Burchino,24,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Burchino 2006 Il Burchino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-burchino-2006-il-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Tenuta di Burchino 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a tight, well-balanced blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with loads of mature fruit and spice. The wine is made in the Maremma area of southern Tuscany and would pair easily with game meat or barbecued pork. The mouthfeel incorporates both sweet and spicy elements.",Le Sughere di Frassinello,35,88,Tuscany,Maremma,,Rocca di Frassinello 2007 Le Sughere di Frassinello (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2007-le-sughere-di-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Rocca di Frassinello ,White,US,"The blend includes 5% Viognier, a nice touch from winemaker Joy Anderson, as it adds both spice and lift to the Chardonnay. Lime butter and caramel run through the veins of this supremely smooth and soft offering.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Snoqualmie 15,Red,South Africa,"Cloves, black fruit and vanilla spice on the nose are followed by a brooding array of tobacco, spice, red berry and vanilla on the palate. Full-bodied but smooth, with a lingering, savory finish. Pair with steak, lamb or aged cheeses.",Liber I,51,88,Durbanville,,,Emineo 2006 Liber I Red (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emineo-2006-liber-i-red-durbanville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Emineo ,Red,US,"This includes 11% Cabernet Sauvignon and a splash of Malbec and Petit Verdot in the blend. It's beginning to hint at a tawny hue, and the fruit is rounding out into cranberry sauce and plum flavors. Tannins remain stiff and the variety's peppery, herbal edge shows through the nicely balanced finish; only neutral oak was used.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chatter Creek 2007 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2007-alder-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Chatter Creek 13.5,White,France,"Dominated by Sémillon, this is a rich, oily textured wine, full on and ripe. The wine has great flavors of apples, thyme, peppers, finishing with soft acidity.",Cuvée des Contis,18,88,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2008 Cuvée des Contis White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2008-cuvee-contis-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Tour des Gendres 13.5,White,US,"A wonderfully dry, minerally Sauvignon Blanc. It's set off by crisp acidity, and has rewarding flavors of lemons, grapefruits and limes, enriched with pineapples, figs and honeysuckle.",Pinnacles Ranches,12,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 2008 Pinnacles Ranches Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2008-pinnacles-ranches-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Estancia 14.8,Red,US,"Released at one year of age, this single-vineyard Zinfandel is too young for enjoyment. It shows hard tannins and tart, candied fruit flavors that have yet to emerge into bottle complexity. Give it until late 2010, and it should provide plenty of berry, cherry and spice enjoyment for a few more years.",Cody's Block Old Vine,30,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Eric Ross 2008 Cody's Block Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-ross-2008-codys-block-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Eric Ross ,Red,US,"This is 100% Petite Sirah, jet black, tannic and layered with hints of forest floor, fungus, dried leaf and wild berry. From the Zephyr Ridge vineyard, it's quite astringent, clearly varietal in character, and a fine example of what can be done with this grape in Washington State.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Thurston Wolfe 2007 Petite Sirah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2007-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Petite Sirah,2007,Thurston Wolfe ,Red,Austria,"A warming, ripe wine, freshly juicy, but with some light structure. It is a wine to be consumed early, but it has all right fruits and tannins, layered with licorice and chocolate.",Cuvée Franz,,88,Burgenland,,,Weninger 2008 Cuvée Franz Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2008-cuvee-franz-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Weninger ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A firm wine, dry in style. The fruit is under the tannins, bitter chocolate, dark and brooding. If the spirit wasn't too obvious on the the finish, this would be an impressive wine.",Late Bottled Vintage,62,88,Port,,,Warre's 2000 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-2000-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Warre's 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of dark berries, sour cherry, spice and a touch of smoke lead this classic Pinotage from Simonsig. On the palate, anise, cherry and spice are smooth but spirited. A distinctive red with the cloak of terroir setting it apart. Pair with grilled meats, game.",,15,88,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2005 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2005-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2005,Simonsig ,White,US,"A high-acid white, with grapefruit, pineapple and green apple fruit in the mix. This is snappy and tight, a great food wine, dappled with detailed hints of pepper, stone, citrus and finishing with orange marmalade.",Boushey Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2008 Boushey Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2008-boushey-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache Blanc,2008,McCrea 13.5,Red,Italy,"Mature notes of raspberry and blueberry are followed by toasted almond and distant notes of exotic spice. This blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon shows harmony and balance between modern oak-related elements and natural fruit. It closes with soft, smooth cherry flavors.",Malentrata,,88,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Monterufoli 2007 Malentrata Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterufoli-2007-malentrata-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2007,Monterufoli 14,White,South Africa,"This buoyant Chardonnay starts with fresh aromas of lemon and gooseberry, followed by tropical fruit, citrus and spice flavors. Medium-bodied with a friendly, fruity character. Pair with fresh fish, meats or cream sauces.",,14,88,Darling,,,Ondine 2007 Chardonnay (Darling),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ondine-2007-chardonnay-darling/,Chardonnay,2007,Ondine 13.9,White,US,"Dry, crisp in acidity, and clean in the finish, this is a wonderful cocktail wine to drink with little savories. It has subtle but rewarding flavors of citrus fruits, Asian pears, honeysuckle and spicy vanilla. Try as an exotic alternative to Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc.",Silvaspoons Vineyards,15,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2008 Silvaspoons Vineyards Verdelho (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-silvaspoons-spanish-white-verdelho-central-valley-lodi/,Verdelho,2008,Fenestra 13,Red,Italy,"There's a creamy note of milk chocolate here that is followed by wild berries, exotic spice and blackberry. This wine offers a pretty picture of the celebrated Montepulciano wine region in southern Tuscany, especially thanks to the smoothness and length of the finish.",Gersemi,24,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fassati 2005 Gersemi (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-2005-gersemi-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2005,Fassati ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Rich and deep flavored, with good quality black fruits, spice and tannins. There is raisiny fruit, well integrated with spirit and tannins. It finishes full in the mouth, ripe.",Special Reserve Ruby,19,88,Port,,,Poças NV Special Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-special-reserve-ruby-port-109631/,Port,,Poças 14.5,Red,Chile,"Begins with a maple-like sweetness, but soon that fades and is replaced by olive, earthy berry fruit, smoky wood and balsamic notes. Rugged but balanced tannins give it structure and spine, while the black cherry and cassis flavors are pure and end with mild herbal and chocolate notes. Well-made Chilean Cabernet.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,13,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2006 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2006-gran-reserva-los-andes-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Santa Alicia ,Red,US,"Grapey and fresh, this has plenty of acid under just-picked strawberry and pie cherry fruit flavors. It's clean and forward, with a suggestion that further bottle age will bring out hidden nuances.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2007 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2007-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2007,Ryan Patrick ,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet; a toasty, smoky wine with lots of barrel flavors, woven around pretty cherry fruit. Not especially complex, but loaded with friendly flavors of cherry and oak, with a high toast factor bringing in espresso and smoke.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Glencorrie ,Red,US,"Young, bright, sharply defined, this brings berry and cranberry fruit in a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and a splash of Syrah. Hints of pepper and herb suggest this as a companion to, say, lamb sausage. Then, as the wine opens in the glass, cherry candy comes on strong. Very pretty.",CMS Red,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 2008 CMS Red White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-family-estate-2008-cms-red-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Hedges 14,Red,Chile,"Dark, statuesque wine with concentrated, potent aromas of black olive, herbs and mulled blackberry. Tastes like textbook Carmenère, but without any jammy overripeness. Flavor of racy spiced berry, olive, black pepper and soy are all good, and there's that patented herbal, roasted quality on the finish, but not too much.",Reserva,15,88,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2008 Reserva Carmenère (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2008-reserva-carmenere-limari-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Viña Tabalí 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with fruit farmed according to biodynamic principles, Altrovino (a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc) shows aromas of cherry, blackberry and chopped herb. The mouthfeel is ripe, soft and slight sweet and this wine would pair with rosemary and garlic roasted lamb.",Altrovino,40,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2007 Altrovino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2007-altrovino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Duemani 14.8,Red,US,"Made in a big, rich, ripe style dripping with berry-cherry, plumped raisin, plum, mocha and cola flavors, accented with lots of sweet oak. The tannins are a bit fierce now, but should settle down by 2012 or so. Grape sourcing was from Rutherford, Oak Knoll, Calistoga and St. Helena.",Napa Cuvee,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cade 2007 Napa Cuvee Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cade-2007-napa-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cade ,Red,US,"Seven vineyards contribute to this Syrah-dominated blend, which also includes small amounts of Mourvèdre, Sangiovese, Counoise and Grenache. Spicy and smooth, it has a pleasing softness on the palate, with suggestions of bacon fat, followed by tart berry fruit annotated with clove highlights.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Cadaretta ,Red,US,"This high elevation, cool site, planted in 1999, delivers red fruit flavors of cranberry and wild raspberry. High in acid, with nuances of Asian spice, the wine is sharp and a little high-toned, needing food to show its best.",Minick Vineyard,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,AlmaTerra 2006 Minick Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaterra-2006-minick-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2006,AlmaTerra 14.8,White,US,"Very rich and ripe, this barrel-fermented blend of Roussanne and Grenache Blanc tastes almost as sweet as a dessert wine, with unctuous, glyceriney flavors of pineapple tart, lemon custard and vanilla fudge. But it's technically dry, with fine acidity and a clean finish. A very good wine that will challenge sommeliers when it comes to food pairing.",Version,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 Version White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-version-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Adelaida 14.5,Red,US,"Bone dry, acidic and tannic, this wine will appeal to fans of structure rather than opulence. It's like an old-style Chianti, with cherry, tobacco and cedar flavors. Drink this full-bodied wine with beef and hard cheeses.",Huber Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2007 Huber Vineyard Dornfelder (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2007-huber-vineyard-other-red-dornfelder-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Dornfelder,2007,Ampelos 14.2,Red,US,"Firm in acids and dusty tannins, this young Pinot Noir is a bit aggressive for drinking now. The acidity gives a sourness to the cherry candy flavors, which accentuates the astringency. Yet it's dry and refined in pedigree. Could develop over the next 1–2 years, but if you drink now, decant.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2007 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2007-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ampelos 14.5,Red,France,"The Négrette grape is unique to Fronton, the vineyard just outside Toulouse in south-west France. This pure Négrette shows the juicy side of the grape, high in acidity, with piercing black currants and spice.",La Négrette de Bouissel,18,88,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2008 La Négrette de Bouissel Negrette (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2008-negrette-other-red-negrette-fronton/,Negrette,2008,Château Bouissel 13.5,Dessert,Chile,"A musky and tasty sweet wine with a bit of botrytis on the nose and palate. Honeyed and rich, but not unctuous or sticky. Flavors of pineapple, lychee and mango are sweet and ripe but fresh, and overall this is a well-made dessert wine for not much money.",Late Harvest Reserva,15,88,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2008 Late Harvest Reserva Muscat (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2008-late-harvest-reserva-muscat-limari-valley/,Muscat,2008,Viña Tabalí 13.5,Red,Austria,"A wine that relies easily on bright red berry fruits, with a full helping of sweet tannins. The acidity keeps everything tight, but this is more a ripe, soft, well-balanced wine. Screwcap.",,18,88,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2008 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2008-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Gunter Triebaumer 13.5,Red,Australia,"Forward and fruit-driven, with a hint of pepper to the blackberry and plum fruit. Pretty weighty for a Hunter Shiraz, but showing the region's subtle tannins on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Estate Grown,13,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2008 Estate Grown Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2008-grown-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Hope Estate 14.5,Red,Australia,"Named for the famous Shiraz-growing district at the north end of the Barossa Valley, Penfolds' Kalimna Shiraz is in fact a multiregional South Australian blend that aims to recreate the Kalimna style. It succeeds admirably, albeit without the intensity and complexity that marks the best Barossan Shirazes, combining raspberries with touches of plum and prune before turning chocolaty on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Bin 28 Kalimna,26,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Penfolds 2006 Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2006-bin-28-kalimna-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Penfolds ,Red,US,"This is smooth and silky and loaded with milk chocolate flavors. Strawberry and raspberry fruit swims in a mocha lake. Delicious, but soft and a bit loose.",Traditions,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2007 Traditions Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-traditions-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Milbrandt ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Big, bold fruity wine, with plenty of black berry and sweet jam flavors. The wine has some tight tannins, but the velvet fruits are prominent, giving both density and directness.",Late Bottled Vintage,24,88,Port,,,Offley 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Offley ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Sweet and deliciously ripe, the wine has floral perfumes, a soft character, even though the tannins are all there. A stalky final taste shows how young it is. It needs another year.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,88,Port,,,Quinta do Portal 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta do Portal ,Red,US,"The Grenache is blended with 10% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre. It's showing well, spicy and forward, with tangy plum and cherry fruit, finishing with a light chocolate note and a hint of garrigue.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chatter Creek 2008 Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2008-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2008,Chatter Creek ,Red,US,"Moderately soft, loose-knit, and lightly herbal, this pure, single-vineyard Cabernet is a modest but charming effort with warm currant fruit. The aging in French and American oak shows a little too aggressively at the moment, so decant.",Reserve,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Snoqualmie 14.3,Red,US,"Rich in smoky oak and ripe fruit, showing powerful, dry flavors of blackberries, black cherries, sour cherry candy and sweet herbs. The tannins are a bit scoury and edgy, like sandpaper on the palate. Should mellow over the next 2–3 years, but it's not an ager.",Hall Ranch,41,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2006 Hall Ranch Meritage (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2006-ranch-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Meritage,2006,Robert Hall 13.8,Red,US,"Released too young, at just over a year of age, this Pinot tastes sugary, with primary fruit essence, glycerine, alcohol and caramelized oak giving it an uncomfortable sweetness. It's probably technically dry, and should actually taste dry by 2011, but it's certainly not ready to drink before mid-2010.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2008 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 14.7,Red,US,"Very rich, extracted and soft in tannins and acids, a melt-in-your-mouth Zin with almost sweet flavors of milk chocolate, crushed ripe cherries, licorice, caramelized wood and oodles of black pepper. Should develop over the next 4–6 years.",Century Vines Estate Grown,40,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2007 Century Vines Estate Grown Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2007-century-vines-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Sausal 13,Red,Italy,"Ripe fruit notes of black cherry and raspberry are followed by chocolate and delicate spice. This 80-20 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot from Maremma, Tuscany is sharp and well-focused in the mouth with lingering tones of ripe fruit and a crisp berry finale.",Braccale,25,88,Tuscany,Maremma,,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 2006 Braccale (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacopo-biondi-santi-2006-braccale-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2006,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 14.5,Red,Chile,"Common but clean aromas of tea and black cherry give this fuller-bodied Pinot a good start. The palate is semisoft and plump, with ripe, fat, black fruit flavors of plum and black tea. A meaty, round wine with good acidity and structure. Drink now through 2011.",Tobiano,20,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2008 Tobiano Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2008-tobiano-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kingston Family 13,Red,Austria,"A bold fruity wine, with sweet cherry and fresh fig flavors. It is ripe, full in the mouth, very fruity. An easy wine, with no pretensions, just great drinkability. Screwcap.",Selection,22,88,Burgenland,,,Juris 2007 Selection St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juris-2007-selection-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2007,Juris 15,Red,Australia,"This vintage of the Reiver seems mintier than others, and at times the mint seemed a dominant feature of this wine, which otherwise offers jammy berry fruit and chocolate aromas and flavors. At 15% abv, it's not a shy wine, but neither is it as richly textured as might be expected. Drink it 2013–2020.",Reiver,55,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Mitolo 2007 Reiver Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2007-reiver-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Mitolo ,White,US,"A benchmark style for Washington Riesling, this mixes stone and citrus fruits, adds highlights of wintergreen spice, hints of honeysuckle, lemon and tea, and finishes with some fruit sweetness, though the wine is essentially dry.",Traditions,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2008 Traditions Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2008-traditions-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Milbrandt 14,Red,South Africa,"This embraceable, fruity Pinotage offers mocha, plum and red berry aromas and a full, mouthfilling wave of citrus, plum, spice and banana on the plate. The finish is soft cut spicy. A great go-to red with everyday appeal.",Phanto Ridge Limited Release,19,88,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2007 Phanto Ridge Limited Release Pinotage (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2007-phanto-ridge-limited-release-pinotage-robertson/,Pinotage,2007,Robertson Winery 15.2,Red,Australia,"There's certainly no lack of intensity in this medium- to full-bodied Shiraz. Chocolate and coffee notes speak to the oak aging, while blueberries and pepper come from the fruit. The tannins are ripe and creamy-textured, while bright, slightly metallic (or is that mineral?) acids enliven the finish. Drink now–2017.",Premium Estate,33,88,South Australia,Mount Benson,,Oliverhill 2007 Premium Estate Shiraz (Mount Benson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliverhill-2007-premium-estate-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mount-benson/,Shiraz,2007,Oliverhill ,Red,US,"Very firm and tannic, this gently earthy Merlot-dominated blend also includes 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Cranberry and pomegranate red fruits are softened with buttery oak, and the wine shows more polish than in previous vintages.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2006 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Zerba Cellars 12.5,Red,Austria,"This may be simple Zweigelt, but it has a great structure, bringing out an impressively complex juice and tannin combination, with a ripe sweet character, black berry fruits and a core of tight, mineral tannins. The finish is open, warm and juicy.",,15,88,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2008 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2008-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2008,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 13,Red,Austria,"A heavily tannic wine, probably with too much extraction for Pinot Noir. That said, you can still taste red cherry and strawberry flavors, so the wine may well soften. Keep for a year.",Kalkofen,,88,Burgenland,,,Weninger 2006 Kalkofen Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2006-kalkofen-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2006,Weninger 13,Red,Austria,"Gerhard Markowitsch's house wine reveals his skills as a red winemaker. Blending Pinot Noir and Zweigelt brings out the earth character in both grapes, but also offers rich tannins and a packed palate of fruit flavors, backed by tannins. Screwcap.",Carnuntum Cuvée,15,88,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2008 Carnuntum Cuvée Red (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2008-carnuntum-cuvee-red-blend-austrian-carnuntum/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Markowitsch 14.5,Red,Chile,"Solid, dark, acidic and tannic wine made from five red grapes. The nose deals cola, olive, leather and undefined saucy aromas, which are backed by flavors of red fruits, herbs and olive. Finishes with a wave of red fruit flavor but also tough, grabby, lasting tannins. Drink now through 2013.",Lien,19,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Maquis 2006 Lien Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maquis-2006-lien-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Maquis ,White,US,"Whether it's the vintage, or simply the evolution of winemaking at this new winery, this reserve Chardonnay is more restrained and structured than past efforts. Still young and compact, it shows succulent green apple and white peach flavors along with toast and butterscotch.",Reserve,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,Airfield Estates 15.4,White,US,"California Viognier doesn't get any richer than this. Although it's dry, it has high-alcohol glycerine that gives a honeyed sweetness to the flamboyant pineapple, nectarine, peach and lemon cream flavors. Drink this unctuously soft wine as a cocktail by itself with savory appetizers.",The Glenrose Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 The Glenrose Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-the-glenrose-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2008,Adelaida 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich, extracted blackberry, cherry and currant flavors in this wine, with nuances of sweet, smoky oak and considerable spices, especially toward the finish. The distinguishing feature is the tannins. They're dry and pretty astringent, although a well-marbled steak will rise to the challenge.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dry Creek Vineyard ,Red,US,"Chalk Line, a blend of 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Syrah, 19% Merlot and 16% Cabernet Franc, is a nice bottle, but hasn't quite knit together. Cranberry and wild cherry, chalk and earth, hints of stem and some rugged tannins all suggest that it needs additional bottle age to reach its peak.",Chalk Line Red,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2007 Chalk Line Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2007-chalk-line-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Guardian 15.5,Red,US,"Here's a fun wine that will tickle your Zin tooth and then some. It's fantastically ripe and rich in blackberry, raspberry and cherry jam, sprinkled with anisette and drizzled with cocoa dust and vanilla extract. Although it's dry, the high alcohol creates a not unpleasant sensation of glyceriney sweetness. Ready now.",Bent Bow,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Fiddletown Cellars 2007 Bent Bow Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddletown-cellars-2007-bent-bow-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Fiddletown Cellars 13.5,Red,Austria,"Pure Blaufränkisch, giving sweet fruit, an earthy series of tannins and fresh acidity. Pepper and spicy black currants give texture and a bright, red-hued finish.",Hochacker,11,88,Mittelburgenland,,,Gesellmann 2007 Hochacker Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2007-hochacker-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Gesellmann 14.1,Red,US,"Very ripe and deliciously forward in cherries, cola, bacon, anise and sweet smoky sandalwood, with silky tannins. The acidity is a bit low, giving the wine a softness that limits ageability. Now–2011.",,44,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freeman 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Freeman 13.5,Red,France,"In a modern, smooth style, with plush fruit and dusty tannins, this is a ripe, open wine, an easy expression of Malbec, New World in its fruitiness.",Zette Rouge,9,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2005 Zette Rouge Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2005-zette-rouge-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2005,Château Lagrézette 13.5,Red,France,"Plenty of dry Malbec tannins here. In fact, this verges on the austere, piling high on to the fruit. There is density, those tannins going right through the wine, finishing with acidity. Tough at this stage: give it 2–3 years.",Le Prestige,15,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Reyne 2007 Le Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reyne-2007-le-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château la Reyne 13.5,Red,France,"Light tannins hide the fact that this is a dense wine, its stalky fruit going deep into tannins and acidity. Flavors of bitter chocolate go with spice and red berries. To drink within the year.",Les Gravels,18,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2007 Les Gravels Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2007-gravels-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine Rotier 14,Red,South Africa,"Brambleberry, pepper and smoke lead this distinctive red blend from Capaia. Red berries, pepper and spice have South African character, and are enlivened by good acidity and a minerally finish. A refreshing but savory everyday red; pair with lamb or game.",Blue Grove Hill,21,88,Philadelphia,,,Capaia 2007 Blue Grove Hill Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Philadelphia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capaia-2007-blue-grove-hill-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-philadelphia/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Capaia ,Red,US,"Nice scents of mocha, earth, coffee, cassis and caramel suggest a wine that perhaps was originally intended for a higher price point. It has soft and pliable tannins that give way to streaks of herb and some slightly bitter phenolics. But overall a nice effort.",Rim Rock Red Wine,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basalt 2006 Rim Rock Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basalt-2006-rim-rock-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Basalt 12.2,White,US,"What a nice Riesling, and look at that price. It's crisp and rich, with an oily texture and interesting flavors of citrus, honeysuckle and that complex organic taste known as diesel or lighter fluid. Although there's a sweet finish, the wine is fundamentally dry. This is one of the best values now on the American market.",,9,88,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2008 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Bogle 15.3,Red,Australia,"Made by Reid Bosward of Kaesler, this is a chance to taste his handiwork at a reasonable price. The wine delivers plummy, meaty, slightly herbal aromas, then turns more savory on the palate, suggesting mixed olives. In a word, it's complex. Tannins are supple without being too soft, while the finish is long and lush, concealing the wine's 15.3% alcohol amazingly well.",,17,89,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Winner's Tank 2007 Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winners-tank-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2007,Winner's Tank ,White,US,"This pure Roussanne offers bracing acidity coupled with fleshy melon, citrus and pineapple. Balanced and fresh, it still shows a yeasty character, with hints of cracker from aging in older French oak.",,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2008 Roussanne (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2008-roussanne-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Roussanne,2008,Syncline ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is drier than some 10-year-old Tawnys, showing a taste of wood, with acidity and the fig and raisin flavors behind the mature flavors. This is all suggests that much of the wine in the blend is older than 10 years, giving extra richness and depth of flavor.",10-years old Tawny,30,89,Port,,,Poças NV 10-years old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-10-years-old-tawny-port-109633/,Port,,Poças ,White,US,"A rich, creamy wine loaded with toasted almond, vanilla cookie, bright melon and apple, and hints of white peach—there is a lot going on here. The acids sharpen up the fruit flavors, and the wine has a clean edge, along with expressive barrel flavors.",Reserve,21,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2008-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Ryan Patrick ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A rich, extravagantly spicy wine, the fruit showing sweet raisins and dried figs. The tannins are soft and generous, with good ripe fruit. This is an open, soft wine.",Late Bottled Vintage,26,89,Port,,,Quinta do Crasto 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta do Crasto 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a big, dark, ripe and oaky Pinot Noir, brimming with cherry pie, raspberry Newton, oatmeal cookie and Asian spice flavors. It's a little soft in acids and tannic, but dry and silky. Try aging until at least 2011, and should develop additional bottle complexity through 2014.",West Terrace,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2007 West Terrace Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2007-west-terrace-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Paraiso Vineyards ,Red,US,"Bone dry and pretty tannic at the age of four-plus years, this Merlot has interesting flavors of cherries, red currants, Dr. Pepper cola and sweet, smoky oak. The tannins are fierce, but pliant. Should soften and mellow over the next 6–8 years.",Unfiltered,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newton 2005 Unfiltered Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2005-unfiltered-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2005,Newton 13,Red,Italy,"Coffee and chocolate open the nose of this Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and 15% Merlot. The wine is inky and well concentrated with thick, chewy density and plump cherry notes. It represents a straightforward combination of fruit and spice and would pair with most meat and pasta dishes.",Supremus,28,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monte Antico 2005 Supremus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-antico-2005-supremus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Monte Antico ,Red,US,"This is the inaugural vintage of what is intended to be the flagship wine in the Milbrandt portfolio. It has rather light fruit flavors of mixed red berries and currants, a little spice and some toasty accents from barrel aging. Decanting may help to flesh it out.",Sentinel Red,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2006 Sentinel Red Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2006-sentinel-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2006,Milbrandt 14.2,Red,US,"Very ripe, in the manner of this spectacular vintage, showing a blast of cherry pie filling, black raspberry tart, cola and smoky oak flavors. The acidity is firm and clean. Feels juvenile, with a jamminess that a few years in the cellar should resolve.",Akiko's Cuvée,54,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freeman 2007 Akiko's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2007-akikos-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Freeman 13,White,France,"A round wine, the flavors initially created by soft textures. Then the wine shows as more concentrated, the acidity bursting out of white fruits, an intense citrus character and an herbaceous texture. The final taste is perfumed and ripe.",Sec,20,89,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château de Jurque 2008 Sec (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2008-sec-white-jurancon-sec/,White Blend,2008,Château de Jurque 12.5,Red,France,"Biodynamically run, Château Tour des Gendres is at the top of the tree in Bergerac. This beautifully fruity wine shows freshness as well as depth of tannins, complex berry and bitter chocolate flavors. It is firm, but as a sign of the vintage, has a light character with final freshness.",La Gloire de Mon Père,26,89,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2007 La Gloire de Mon Père Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2007-gloire-mon-pere-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Tour des Gendres ,White,US,"Full-bodied and loaded with ripe, round fruits, this forward and juicy Sémillon shows some new oak flavors, but retains its varietal character and most importantly, its freshness. A mix of melon, pineapple and white peach, with some skin phenolics evident in the finish.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Sémillon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-semillon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sémillon,2008,Airfield Estates ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dark in color, the wine has very rich fruit flavors spiced with cinnamon, tasting like Christmas coffee, the tannins firm, with a dry structure. Black plum skins dominate.",Late Bottled Vintage,55,89,Port,,,Burmester 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Burmester ,Red,US,"This is a blend of the three single-vineyard Syrahs from AlmaTerra, and is in some respects more complete, but not quite as interesting as the individual wines. It seems to concentrate the minerality and expand the fruit component, but also becomes blockier, and loses some focus in the finish.",Coéo Three Vineyard,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,AlmaTerra 2006 Coéo Three Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaterra-2006-coeo-three-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2006,AlmaTerra 14.3,Red,Australia,"Complex, albeit within a limited and rather dark spectrum that runs from cola and earth through to black olive and espresso. Full bodied, but seems to lack just a bit of midpalate texture, finishing crisp. Drink now–2018.",,29,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Koonowla 2006 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koonowla-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Koonowla ,White,US,"This barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc is from Klipsun vineyard. There is a clean and lightly grassy nose, with added highlights of citrus, lime rind, lemon drop, honeysuckle and light toast.",Angel,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Guardian 2008 Angel Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2008-angel-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Guardian 13.5,Red,Austria,"A wine that offers elegance, the wood flavors going with strawberry and dark berry flavors. There is an earthy, undergrowth character here as well, bringing out a bitter edge to counteract the sweet, jammy finish.",Ried Holzspur Grande Reserve,89,89,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2004 Ried Holzspur Grande Reserve Pinot Noir (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2004-ried-holzspur-grande-reserve-pinot-noir-thermenregion/,Pinot Noir,2004,Johanneshof Reinisch 13.5,White,Chile,"Cool, green, minerally aromas lead it off, and next there's fresh bell pepper, jalapeno and gooseberry flavors. Bright, focused, edgy and stony, with proper acidity, bite and clarity. A good one similar to the winery's Reserva SB, but clearer and more precise.",Reserva Especial,20,89,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Especial Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-especial-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña Tabalí 13.5,White,US,"Quite a nice Chardonnay at a great price. It's rich and creamy and plump, with deliciously ripe flavors of pineapples, Asian pears, buttered cinnamon toast and vanilla. The richness is balanced by crisp acidity and a firm minerality.",Sonoma Reserve,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blackstone 2008 Sonoma Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2008-sonoma-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Blackstone 14.5,White,South Africa,"Vanilla, honey, citrus and spice aromas lead this luscious white blend from Bellingham. On the palate, vanilla, lemon and creamy white fruit all mingle in a round, integrated character, but are spun with spice. A pretty, appealing white with something for everyone.",Fair Maiden,19,89,Franschhoek,,,Bellingham 2008 Fair Maiden White (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2008-fair-maiden-white-franschhoek/,White Blend,2008,Bellingham 13,Dessert,France,"While there is some botrytis here, this wine is not heavily into that style. Rather it shows freshness, with its white currant and grapefruit acidity and delicate perfume. There is a fine core of sweet apple skin tannins to finish.",,23,89,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château Jolys 2008 Jurançon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2008-white-jurancon/,White Blend,2008,Château Jolys 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern, mature wine with baked blackberry notes at the beginning that are followed by white pepper and exotic spice. There's an attractively spicy quality to this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese that gives the wine a sharp, focused feel despite the ripeness of the fruit. Great price too.",Non Confunditur,25,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Argiano 2007 Non Confunditur Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2007-non-confunditur-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Argiano 13,Red,Austria,"A well-structured wine, with tannins marching in step with the red fruits and fresh acidity. With its dark color and mineral character, this is firm and solid, giving way to a lighter touch with the bright juicy aftertaste. Screwcap.",Vom Steinfeld Zweigelt,17,89,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2008 Vom Steinfeld Zweigelt Zweigelt (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2008-vom-steinfeld-zweigelt-other-red-zweigelt-thermenregion/,Zweigelt,2008,Johanneshof Reinisch 13.5,Red,Austria,"Firm and tannic initially, but followed by bright black berry and red plum skin fruit flavors. The wine is big and burly, the acidity crisp and fresh. Tannins come back on the dry finish.",Chevalier Reserve,37,89,Mittelburgenland,,,Iby 2007 Chevalier Reserve Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iby-2007-chevalier-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Iby 14.9,Red,US,"An enormously fruity wine that seems to trade subtlety for sheer exuberance. Offers gigantic flavors of raspberry granola candy bar, cherry liqueur, vanilla and buttered cinnamon toast, and although that sounds sweet, the wine is fully dry, with crisp coastal acidity and finely ground tannins. Hard to see how it will age, but delicious now and for a couple years.",Silver Pines Vineyard,42,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Tandem 2007 Silver Pines Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2007-silver-pines-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tandem 15,Red,Australia,"A top value in drink-now Shiraz, Reilly's 2008 Barking Mad shows none of the overripe character that plagued the vintage. It's almost floral on the nose, with an intense crème de framboise character. Raspberry, coffee and chocolate notes marry easily on the palate, and although it's not that concentrated, it is full in the mouth and lushly textured on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Barking Mad,15,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2008 Barking Mad Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2008-barking-mad-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Reilly's ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A big, chunky wine, wearing its tannins easily over the ripe fruit. The wine has black berry juice flavors, bright acidity and a suggestion of aging potential.",Late Bottled Vintage,,89,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-de-la-rosa-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-109570/,Port,2004,Quinta de la Rosa ,White,US,"This barrel-fermented effort was not put through malolactic. It retains a very fresh, citrusy profile, a mix of rind and pulp flavors, with streaks of quinine and tonic. Good persistence, with the snap of fresh lime in the finish.",Lonesome Spring Ranch Vineyard,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tertulia 2008 Lonesome Spring Ranch Vineyard Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2008-lonesome-spring-ranch-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2008,Tertulia 14,Red,Chile,"Haven't seen this bottling in a couple of years, so it's good to taste it again. Sweet black fruits, hickory smoke, cola and spicy, minty notes make for a welcoming bouquet, and the palate is plump, bouncy, dense and ripe, with spicy berry flavors, richness and lift. Ready to drink.",Founder's Selection,35,89,Maipo Valley,,,Echeverria 2005 Founder's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2005-founders-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Echeverria 14.4,White,US,"A rich, fine Chardonnay that recalls how good this coastal valley can grow the great white grape of Burgundy. Complex in pineapple, pear, tropical fruit, butterscotch and cinnamon spice flavors, it has adequate acidity. At its best now, so drink up.",Stuhlmuller Vineyard Reserve,36,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2007 Stuhlmuller Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2007-stuhlmuller-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,DeLorimier ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A firm, dry tannic wine, with a good dense structure. The fruit shows its edgy side, with fruit skins and fruit tannins. This has some aging potential—perhaps 4–5 years.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,89,Port,,,Ferreira 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Ferreira 14,White,South Africa,"This lively Chardonnay starts with lemon, lime and pear on the nose, followed by a terrific combination of crisp citrus fruit and oaky, white fruit roundness. Elegant but fun, it's a perfect food wine. Think spicy ethnic cuisine, grilled seafood, salads.",,10,89,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2009 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2009-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2009,Excelsior 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Spicy red berries, cedar, vanilla and clove on the nose are followed by delicious, savory layers of smoke, spice and cherry and black currant fruit in this go-to Cabernet. Mouthfilling with a spicy backbone and fine-grained tannins, finishing with a smoky, savory edge. A distinctive red with heft.",,13,89,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Porcupine Ridge ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A perfumed wine that shows delicious acidity, but also solid tannins. The wine is spiced with vanilla and nutmeg, then fruited with bright blackberry juice. The structure is in balance, with just the right amount of taut tannins.",Late Bottled Vintage,,89,Port,,,Cockburn's 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Cockburn's 15,Red,US,"Intensely fruity, showing a burst of blackberries, cherries and raspberries, with all sorts of mocha, currant, anise, sandalwood and spice complexities. Fully dry, the wine shows sturdy tannins and an elegant mouthfeel. Drink now for its fruity richness.",,37,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2007 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2007-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Frank Family ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An austere wine with a stalky character, showing firm tannins and a strong mineral character of Douro schist. It is like a sweet table wine, spiced and structured, needing to age.",Late Bottled Vintage,26,89,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Ramos-Pinto 13,Red,Austria,"A complex blend of Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch, St Laurent and Cabernet Sauvignon produces a surprisingly open, generous wine. The tannins are ripe, juicy and fresh, the fruit shows intense red berry flavors and there is a touch of attractive spice.",Heideboden,29,89,Burgenland,,,Judith Beck 2007 Heideboden Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judith-beck-2007-heideboden-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Judith Beck 13,Red,Austria,"Spicy aromas in this blend of Blaufränkisch and Zweigelt lead to a juicy, fresh, lightly tannic wine. It has plums, aromatic black currants and a soft, elegant aftertaste. Screwcap.",Siglos,18,89,Burgenland,,,Johann Heinrich 2008 Siglos Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-heinrich-2008-siglos-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Johann Heinrich 13.5,White,South Africa,"The Kanu Chenin offers fresh aromas of honey, pear and white fruit, followed by an elegant, curvy array of honey, spice and pear flavors. Food-friendly but a little luxuriant, it's a fine example of Stellenbosch Chenin.",,10,89,Stellenbosch,,,Kanu 2008 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanu-2008-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Kanu ,White,US,"About three quarters Sauvignon Blanc, with Chardonnay and a splash of Marsanne filling out the blend. A lush effort, with a vivacious mix of pineapple, pear, and green and yellow apples. All stainless fermented, clean and refreshing.",CMS White,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 2008 CMS White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-family-estate-2008-cms-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Hedges 13.5,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet for drinking now with roasts and grilled meats. It's a little too soft for aging, but that makes it drinkable now, with rich flavors of blackberries, black currants, cassis and dark chocolate.",Barney's Heritage Cuvée,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2006 Barney's Heritage Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2006-barneys-heritage-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hawkstone 13.5,Dessert,Chile,"Wild and foxy smelling, but attractive and authentic. Clover, apricot and fresh melon aromas give this an enticing bouquet, while the palate is deep and delicious, with integrated flavors of orange, peach and botrytis. Long and smooth on the finish, and a steal for the price.",Reserva Late Harvest,9,89,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2007 Reserva Late Harvest Muscat (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2007-reserva-late-harvest-muscat-limari-valley/,Muscat,2007,Viña Tabalí ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A ripe, fresh fruity wine, with richness from black plums, but also plenty of bright acidity. The wine is soft, the tannins hiding behind the rich fruit.",Late Bottled Vintage,19,89,Port,,,Barão de Vilar 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barao-vilar-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Barão de Vilar 13.5,White,South Africa,"The nose on this kosher Chardonnay from Backsberg is a combination of tropical fruits—banana, guava—and crisp citrus. On the palate is found more exotic fruit fullness backed by a fresh minerality. Balanced and distinctively South African. Pair with spicy Thai cuisine, seafood.",Kosher,15,89,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2009 Kosher Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2009-kosher-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2009,Backsberg 13.9,Red,US,"A good wine, but not really drinkable quite yet, due to the fierce mountain tannins. They lock down the blackberries, cherries and chocolate. But the finish is enormously long, and everything points to bottle development through 2014.",Special Blend,40,89,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Amicus by X Winery 2006 Special Blend Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amicus-by-x-winery-2006-special-blend-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Amicus by X Winery 13.9,Red,US,"Strong and a bit blunt now, showing an immature profile of smoky new oak, red and black berries and stone fruits. The tannins are chunky and clunky, giving a rather rustic mouthfeel. Should knit together in the bottle after 2012.",,75,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ceja 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceja-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ceja 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Crisp aromas and flavors of clove, mint, red berries and tobacco give this Shiraz a food-friendly but complex character. The minerally backbone, combined with the savory spicebox layers, offers Old World elegance with a South African twist. Ageable and a good pairing for grilled meats, filets.",Kalkveld Hall of Enon Small Berry Pick,48,89,Robertson,,,Zandvliet 2003 Kalkveld Hall of Enon Small Berry Pick Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zandvliet-2003-kalkveld-hall-enon-small-berry-pick-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2003,Zandvliet ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend, interesting and still very tight, with details of licorice, plum, cassis, Kahlua, bitter chocolate, and sweet cherry candy. Lovely though it is, the wine is a bit mute, and needs decanting. It's smooth and silky, just not very deep.",Cuvée Marquis,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2006 Cuvée Marquis Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2006-cuvee-marquis-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Glencorrie 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an austere and sophisticated wine with smoky overtones and nicely aged tones of dried berries and exotic spice. The wine tastes full and generous on the palate and benefits from tight, slightly textured tannins that make it appropriate for most meat dishes.",Pasiteo,29,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fassati 2006 Pasiteo (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-2006-pasiteo-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Fassati 15,Red,Australia,"Penley's entry-level Shiraz is nearly as good as its Special Select, making it a pretty good value. Hints of smoke and peppery spice accent cherry fruit, while hints of vanilla and espresso serve to further point up the cherries. The tannins are ripe and creamy, while the finish lingers nicely. Drink now–2015.",Hyland,20,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2007 Hyland Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2007-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2007,Penley Estate ,Red,US,"A well-modulated mix of black cherry, plum, strawberry and spice cake, this also hints at pepper and rosemary. The chocolaty signature of Milbrandt reds is noticeable, but a bit less obvious than with some of the other 2007 reds.",The Estates,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2007 The Estates Malbec (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-the-estates-malbec-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Malbec,2007,Milbrandt 14,White,South Africa,"Aromas of lemon, peach and honey dominate in this fresh Chenin from Deetlefs. The wine is honeyed and smooth on the palate, but has a citric freshness underneath. Food-friendly and a great everyday white.",,19,89,Breedekloof,,,Deetlefs 2008 Chenin Blanc (Breedekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2008-chenin-blanc-breedekloof/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Deetlefs 13.5,White,South Africa,"A delighful, alluring white with aromas of orange, lemon and honey, and creamy honey and white fruit flavirs on the palate. The elegant waves of flavor are balanced by some acidity, but the mouthfeel is still luxuriant. It all ends with a spicy flair. Pair with creamy cheeses, poultry, salads.",,16,89,Breedekloof,,,Deetlefs 2007 Sémillon (Breedekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2007-semillon-breedekloof/,Sémillon,2007,Deetlefs 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This lively, balanced Pinotage offers the vivid spice and rich banana and plum fruit for which Pinotage is known, in an exuberant, approachable package. Plum and red berry, tobacco smoke and warming spice offer big but elegant favors. Cellarworthy, but can be drunk now. Pair with lamb, game, spicy cuisine.",Oak Matured,30,89,Breedekloof,,,Deetlefs 2007 Oak Matured Pinotage (Breedekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2007-oak-matured-pinotage-breedekloof/,Pinotage,2007,Deetlefs 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a highly perfumed super Tuscan blend from Tua Rita with dense aromas of church incense and scented candle backed by blackberry, cherry, spice and toasted wood. The wine is piquant and raw in the mouth with a rich and slightly sweet finish.",Rosso dei Notri,24,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2008 Rosso dei Notri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2008-rosso-notri-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Tua Rita 14.5,Red,Chile,"A powerful, condensed blend of Cabernet, Syrah and Malbec that smells of leather, olive, tomato, black cherry and cassis. The palate is narrow and acidic to the point of almost being citric, while the flavors of red cherry and plum are zesty and juicy. A severe wine, but one of high quality and intensity. Drink now through 2013.",Cabo de Hornos Special Reserve,45,89,Curicó Valley,,,San Pedro 2006 Cabo de Hornos Special Reserve Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2006-cabo-hornos-special-reserve-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2006,San Pedro 14,White,South Africa,"This Chardonnay offers aromas of peach, citrus and minerals on the nose, followed by creamy, nutty spice and peach on the palate. Aromatic and elegant on the palate, it's a more traditional style of Chardonnay that has both complexity and freshness. Pair with lobster, cream dishes.",Five Soldiers,38,89,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2008 Five Soldiers Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2008-five-soldiers-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Rustenberg 13.5,Red,Austria,"A wood-aged St Laurent. It has certainly gained toast and spice, but it has lost good fresh fruit. Structure is all here at the moment, the fruit a whisper of black berries in the background.",Rothenberg,34,89,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2007 Rothenberg St. Laurent (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2007-rothenberg-other-white-st-laurent-carnuntum/,St. Laurent,2007,Markowitsch 14.5,Red,Australia,"Many of the 2007 Shirazes from South Australia exhibit slightly gritty tannins, and Duval's Entity is a prime example. There's ample concentration and attractive raspberry fruit, pointed up by darker, savory overtones of olive and chocolate. Then on the finish, that tough quality emerges, imparting a hint of coffee grounds. Drink 2012–2018.",Entity,40,89,South Australia,Barossa,,John Duval Wines 2007 Entity Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-duval-wines-2007-entity-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2007,John Duval Wines 14.5,Red,Australia,"Heavily oaked, with toasty notes dominating the aromas and plenty of chocolate, coffee and dark toast apparent on the palate as well. There is a streak of bright raspberries lurking beneath the surface, and if they emerge with more time, this rating will prove conservative but there are no guarantees. This is a full-bodied, creamy-textured wine that I would opt to drink over the next few years.",Lunar Block,100,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Kurtz Family 2004 Lunar Block Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kurtz-family-2004-lunar-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,Kurtz Family ,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Kestrel View Estates. Aromas are classically varietal, with Yakima Valley herbs and strong accents of leaf and licorice. The fruit is polished and the tannins ripe; the alcohol just over 14%.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,San Juan Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,San Juan Vineyards 15,Red,US,"A little soft and lacking in structure, but otherwise a beautiful Zinfandel, filled with alluring flavors, and entirely dry. Offers waves of ripe blackberry and cherry tart, licorice, cola, currant and Asian spices that finish long and fruity.",Big River Single Vineyard,35,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ravenswood 2007 Big River Single Vineyard Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2007-big-river-single-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ravenswood ,Red,US,"Try this on your tasting group: it's 64% Primitivo, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Petite Sirah and 4% Lemberger, all Washington-grown. Rugged and tasty, this is a party-starter red loaded with cranberry, plum and spice.",Dr. Wolfe's Family Red,16,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2007 Dr. Wolfe's Family Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2007-dr-wolfes-family-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Thurston Wolfe ,Red,US,"This Merlot-dominated Bordeaux blend includes 9% Malbec, 6% Cab Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. It shows excellent depth of fruit, mixing dark fruit flavors of black cherry and cassis with whiffs of smoke, espresso and cedar.",,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Three Rivers 14,Red,South Africa,"Soft aromas of spice, plum, vanilla and tobacco start this appealing Cabernet from MAN. On the palate, integrated, elegant flavors of cedar, plum and warming spice are backed by a balanced acidity. The finish is fruity with a touch of cinnamon. Pair with beef, cheese.",,11,89,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,MAN Vintners ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A ripe wine, touched with caramel, plenty of spice and acidity as well as a tight, tannic edge. The start is sweet, but the wine soon veers drier, leaving acidity as well as the firmest tannins.",Late Bottled Vintage,15,89,Port,,,Royal Oporto 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Royal Oporto 13.5,Red,Austria,"There's pretty much every red variety in the Pratsch vineyard in this blended wine. The result is ripe and smooth, the tannins behind the black fruits and wood flavors. It is full of ripe, juicy sweet fruits, spiced with final light acidity.",Baron Cuvée,40,89,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2006 Baron Cuvée Red (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2006-baron-cuvee-red-blend-austrian-niederosterreich/,Austrian Red Blend,2006,Pratsch ,Red,US,"Sweet berry and cherry fruit is at the core, nicely set against ripe tannins. A wine that will best be enjoyed in the freshness of youth.",Sundance Red Wine,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2007 Sundance Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2007-sundance-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Soos Creek 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, powerful and minty, with a strong blast of sawdust, black fruit marmalade and perfume on the bouquet. The palate shows potent acidity and bracing tannins, while the flavors are dark and feature a fair share of vanilla, butter and creamy accents. Cola and cassis cover the finish. Drinkable now but better from late 2010 through 2012.",Antu Mountain Vineyard,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2007 Antu Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2007-antu-mountain-vineyard-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2007,Ninquén 13.8,Red,US,"There may be a good Pinot in here, but right now it's buried under tart acids and a veneer of tannins more likely to be encountered with a Rhône wine. The flavors, which are ripe and deep, are of red cherries, cola and sandalwood. Roll the dice and try after the winter of 2010.",Haka Reserve,50,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Labyrinth 2005 Haka Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/labyrinth-2005-haka-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Labyrinth 14,Red,France,"A strongly tannic wine, tough at the edges. The core is more juicy, with black cherry as well as bitter chocolate, bringing out spice, pepper and a layer of wood. The finish shows more berry fruit characters.",La Syrah de Bouissel,18,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Château Bouissel 2008 La Syrah de Bouissel Syrah (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2008-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Syrah,2008,Château Bouissel 14,Red,Chile,"Tight, angular aromas of cranberry, red plum, crushed mineral and dried leaves lead to a tough palate with black fruit flavors led by prune. A very concentrated, powerful wine based on Carignan and Syrah, with lemony oak and pounding tannins. Should be more tame by now; hold another year or two, and keep your fingers crossed.",Cordillera Reserva Privada,27,87,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2005 Cordillera Reserva Privada Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2005-cordillera-reserva-privada-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2005,Miguel Torres 14.7,Red,US,"A new-style wine, ultraripe in blackberry and cherry jam, and heavily oaked, showing lush layers of caramel and smoky butterscotch. Obvious and almost over the top now in flash and flamboyance. Might pull together in a couple years.",Date Night,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Phifer Pavitt 2006 Date Night Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phifer-pavitt-2006-date-night-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Phifer Pavitt 13,Red,Austria,"A candy shop of a wine, all perfumes and sweet fruit. Along with the fruit, there is a juicy acidity, but also some bitterness as the tannins creep in, giving a sharp aftertaste. Screwcap.",Vom Steinfeld,19,86,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2007 Vom Steinfeld Pinot Noir (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2007-vom-steinfeld-pinot-noir-thermenregion/,Pinot Noir,2007,Johanneshof Reinisch 14.5,Red,Chile,"Appealing bargain-priced Merlot. Aromas of brick dust, black cherry, plum and herbs settle into a solid whole, while the palate is flush with some tang and pulse. Flavors of plum and berry fruit are nice, and the there's a controlled herbal backdrop that doesn't drag things down.",Reserva,12,86,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2006 Reserva Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2006-reserva-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2006,Echeverria 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy, warm and herbal, with a streak of olive on the nose. The palate has snap and firm tannins, while the flavors are herbal, dry and lean toward raspberry and plum. Finishes very red and dry, with leafy notes.",Rosa Blanca,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2006 Rosa Blanca Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2006-rosa-blanca-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Luis Felipe Edwards 13,Red,Austria,"This is an intensely earthy wine, with aromas of fallen leaves and mushrooms. The red berry fruits are all part of this same character, the acidity a piercing cut at the end. Glass stopper.",,25,86,Burgenland,,,Umathum 2008 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umathum-2008-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2008,Umathum 13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly herbal, but not so much so that the bouquet is off or unappealing. Racy and a little rubbery on the palate, with generic but solid berry and herbal aromas. Long, herbal and only mildly scratchy on the finish. Standard Merlot from Chile.",,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Pacifico Sur 2007 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifico-sur-2007-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2007,Pacifico Sur 13.5,Red,France,"A fresh wine, all berry flavors and ripe juiciness. It's a wine to be drunk young, just touched by tannins. Delicious and fruity.",Initiales,14,85,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2008 Initiales Duras (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2008-initiales-other-red-duras-gaillac/,Duras,2008,Domaine Rotier 13.5,Red,Chile,"Quite the floral wine, with blueberry and violet aromas that distinguish it from others. But the palate is sharp and choppy, with high acidity that lends sharpness to the black cherry and raspberry flavors. Stirs interest because it breaks the mold of heavy, black fruit-dominated Syrahs. But it's also strange and not fully in gear. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva,14,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2008 Reserva Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2008,Tamaya 12.5,Red,France,"In a light, fresh style, this is an attractive red berry fruited wine. There are light tannins, soft strawberry flavors and a light acidity.",Seigneurs de Bergerac,11,84,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Yvon Mau 2008 Seigneurs de Bergerac Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2008-seigneurs-bergerac-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Yvon Mau ,White,US,"Sweet/tart with a sugary core, this simple Riesling is a good, all-purpose bottle, but does not show much complexity. Lemon and lime sour candy flavors dominate.",,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Gilbert Cellars 2008 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2008,Gilbert Cellars 12.5,Red,France,"A soft, unfocussed wine that certainly shows the black color of Malbec, from which comes the name of the wine. But it lacks definition, the wood element separate from the ripe berry fruits, with acidity trailing behind.",Pigmentum,11,84,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2006 Pigmentum Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2006-pigmentum-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Georges Vigouroux ,Red,US,"Quite dark (perhaps from the small additions of Petit Verdot and Merlot), and scented with a burnt edge, this Tempranillo is slow to show much fruit. Tart raspberry notes seem to quickly resolve into a charred, slightly bitter finish.",,29,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2007 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Three Rivers 14,Red,Chile,"Concentrated and sweet, with medicinal aromas, a lot of color and burnt characteristics. The palate is big and acidic, with jumpy plum, berry and candied flavors. Short and stunted on the finish, and seemingly roasted. A step down from the previous vintage.",Reserva,14,84,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2008 Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,TerraNoble ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that tastes of hot, raisiny fruit. It has acidity, but seems to have an edge that comes from dark, bitter tannins. The chocolate flavors are bitter also, firmed by edgy tannins.",Late Bottled Vintage,,84,Port,,,Quinta do Estanho 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-estanho-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Estanho 12.5,Red,Austria,"A lean, austere, mineral-dominated wine. Maybe it needs time, but it seems to be all extracted structure and not much fruit. Screwcap.",,,84,Mittelburgenland,,,Weninger 2008 Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2008-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Weninger ,White,US,"Despite its relatively low alcohol (11%) this is not so much an off-dry, floral style of Riesling as a yeasty, rather thin wine that suggests very low brix grapes.",,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tunnel Hill 2006 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tunnel-hill-2006-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2006,Tunnel Hill 14.6,Red,US,"Gutsy and dry, an everyday red to drink with burgers. It has berry and tobacco flavors.",Point Break,21,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Longboard 2007 Point Break Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2007-point-break-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Longboard 14.6,White,US,"There's a beautiful Sauvignon Blanc in here somewhere, with crisp acidity and rich flavors of pineapples, lemongrass and vanilla. Unfortunately, the wine is just too sugary sweet. It's almost off-dry, which is a no-no.",Y3,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2007 Y3 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2007-y3-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Jax 14.1,White,US,"Hard to know whether to classify this as a table or a dessert wine. It's off-dry and very crisp, almost spritzy, in acidity, with simple lemon and pineapple flavors.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Fenestra 2008 White Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-riesling-white-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,White Riesling,2008,Fenestra 13.5,White,Chile,"Smells basic and clean, with touches of apple and green veggies. The palate has a thick grab to it, while the flavors seem both sugary and green, with grapefruit and pithy bitterness on the finish.",Reserva,12,84,San Antonio,,,MontGras 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,MontGras 13.9,Red,US,"Rough and ready Cabernet, with edgy tannins and a green mint taste to the black cherry jam and caramelized oak flavors. It's a full-bodied, tannic wine that's ready to drink now.",Reserve,24,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Frei Brothers 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Frei Brothers 13.5,White,US,"As sweet and fruity as Gatorade, with a blast of caramelized oak. It's a Chard made in the popular style to appeal to the broad mass of consumers.",Pinnacles Ranches,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 2008 Pinnacles Ranches Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2008-pinnacles-ranches-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Estancia 13,White,Chile,"A very dry, crisp white wine with a neutral color and equally neutral aromas and flavors. It's lean, green apple-driven and fresh, but not what you'd call loaded with personality. Cleanses the palate and washes things down, but does so quietly.",Vinas Viejas,12,84,Elqui Valley,,,Elki 2009 Vinas Viejas Pedro Ximénez (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elki-2009-vinas-viejas-sherry-pedro-ximenez-elqui-valley/,Pedro Ximénez,2009,Elki ,Red,US,"Scents of seaweed, espresso, smoke and chocolate-covered raisins are followed by comparable flavors. This has a sharp, volatile edge that translates as vinegary in the finish.",Robt D Red Wine,23,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Edmonds Winery 2007 Robt D Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmonds-winery-2007-robt-d-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Edmonds Winery 15.3,Red,US,"Smells and tastes a bit unripe, with some green, minty notes. Turns soft in the mouth, with cherry, raspberry and oak flavors. Could use greater complexity and depth.",,30,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Adobe Road 2006 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adobe-road-2006-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2006,Adobe Road 12.5,Red,Austria,"On the earthy side of Zweigelt, this is a firm wine, showing spice and meatiness. The fruit is fresh and easy, the tannins soft, but there is also a rustic character. Screwcap.",Classic,17,84,Burgenland,,,Iby 2008 Classic Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iby-2008-classic-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2008,Iby 13.5,White,US,"Very dry, tart and earthy, this is a solid Chardonnay to drink now, at a fair price. It has everyday flavors of peaches and green apples.",,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Leaping Lizard 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-lizard-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Leaping Lizard 13.5,Red,US,"This dry and full-bodied wine is a little rugged and heavy in texture, with an astringently tannic finish. But it has enough cherry, berry and oak flavors to make it a pretty good buy at this price.",,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Leaping Lizard 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-lizard-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Leaping Lizard 13.4,White,US,"Sweet and simple, with strong, honeyed flavors of pineapples, peaches, green apples, vanilla and buttered popcorn. Crisp, coastal acidity fortunately provides balance.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hess Select 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Hess Select 14.5,Red,US,"You have to look no further than this wine to appreciate how much less the 2006 vintage was than the 2005 (or 2007, for that matter). VinRoc's '06 is jammy and candied in blackberries and cherries, and the plaster of oak is heavy. Ready to drink now.",,100,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,VinRoc 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinroc-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,VinRoc 13.5,Red,US,"Not bad for a nine dollar Pinot Noir. It's properly dry and silky and crisp, with fruity flavors of cherries, raspberries and Dr. Pepper cola, leading to a spicy finish.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Brownstone NV Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brownstone-nv-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,,Brownstone 15.1,White,US,"Dry and tart in acidity, this Rhône-style white blend is pretty good for everyday purposes, but has insufficient richness. There's a vegetal streak that drags down the apricot and peach fruit flavors.",Ensemble Blanc,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Morse 2007 Ensemble Blanc Viognier-Roussanne (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morse-2007-ensemble-blanc-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-sierra-foothills/,Viognier-Roussanne,2007,Morse ,Red,US,"A sharp, angular Merlot that's not showing much right now. Totally dry, with thick tannins, it has cherry, coffee, herb and oak flavors. Ready now.",,35,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stephanie 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephanie-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Stephanie 14,Red,Chile,"Jammy and concentrated on the nose, but more sharp and citric than ideal in the mouth. The wine is borderline sharp, with sour cherry and cranberry flavors leading to a tart, zesty finish. Tastes sour every time you revisit it.",Reserve Barrel Select,12,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2007 Reserve Barrel Select Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-reserve-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2007,Santa Ema 14.5,Dessert,Chile,"A low-intensity wine with dull apricot aromas and mild oxidization. Riesling is the base grape, but the wine is mildy Sherried and honeyed, with burnt orange as the lead flavor. Heavy orange and apricot flavors weigh down the short finish.",Vendimia Tardía,25,84,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2007 Vendimia Tardía Riesling (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2007-vendimia-tardia-riesling-curico-valley/,Riesling,2007,Miguel Torres 12,White,Chile,"So lucid it looks almost like water. The nose is light and airy, too, with flower blossom and apple aromas but not a lot more. Sharp in the mouth, with prickly green apple, lemongrass and lychee flavors. Narrow on the finish. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",,10,84,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tamaya 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and silky, this is a nice wine for everyday fare. It has pleasant flavors of cherries, cola and sandalwood, brightened by pretty acidity.",Double Decker Red,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tamás 2007 Double Decker Red Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-2007-double-decker-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Tamás 13.5,Red,Chile,"Moderate red cherry aromas are about as expressive as it gets, while the palate has a sharp scour to it even if the wine avoids outright tartness. Snappy and crisp at all check points, with a spot of lean, buttery oak flavor on the finish.",Reserve,17,84,Curicó Valley,,,Pacifico Sur 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifico-sur-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pacifico Sur 14.4,Red,US,"Good, ripe flavors of black cherries, anise and sandalwood in this dry wine, but it feels really rough in texture. Lacks the smoothness and polished mouthfeel you want in a red wine, especially Merlot. Ready now.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frei Brothers 2007 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2007-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2007,Frei Brothers 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry, spicy and with good fruit aromas. The palate is tight and scouring, with full acidity. Cherry and cassis flavors are shrill and high-toned, while the finish is solid, tannic and mildly herbal.",120,8,84,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2007 120 Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2007-120-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2007,Santa Rita 14.9,Red,US,"Tastes too over-oaked for what you get. There are modest cherry-berry flavors, but the wine is dominated by smoky char, caramel and butterscotch. Ready now.",,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emmolo 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmolo-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Emmolo 14.9,Red,US,"Dry, acidic and tannic, in the manner of a young Barbera, but the flavors of cherries, blackberries and currants aren't powerful enough to outlast the astringency. Drink this tough, rustic wine now.",,35,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eagle Castle 2007 Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-castle-2007-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2007,Eagle Castle 14.3,Red,US,"Oak dominates this wine, towering over everything else and offering a strong dose of caramel, hardened by wood tannins. There are some good cherry and red currant flavors, but they're swamped by the barrel regimen. Disappointing for this fine Carneros vineyard.",Ramal Vineyard Dijon Clones Estate Vineyard Series,42,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2007 Ramal Vineyard Dijon Clones Estate Vineyard Series Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2007-ramal-vineyard-dijon-clones-estate-vineyard-series-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Buena Vista 14.2,White,US,"Heavy, sweet and super-oaky, like a liquid infusion of buttered popcorn, pineapple jam and vanilla meringue. Will appeal to many, but purists will find it heavy-handed and manipulated.",Proximus,56,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Adastra 2006 Proximus Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2006-proximus-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2006,Adastra 13,Red,France,"A hard-edged wine, lean and mineral in character. It has a juicy tartness to it, the berry fruits surrounding a curiously hollow center.",Cuvée Sélection,22,84,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2004 Cuvée Sélection Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2004-cuvee-selection-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2004,Château Bouissel 13.8,Red,US,"Ripe and rich, but rather heavy and softly sweet, this wine lacks the vibrancy and elegance you want in a fine Pinot Noir, especially at this price. It's a decent everyday wine, with cola, rhubarb pie and cherry flavors.",Swan Selection,42,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2007 Swan Selection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2007-swan-selection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Buena Vista ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its high level of wood and vanilla, this seems out of character for an LBV. Ripe fruit certainly, with black berry tastes, but this is more like a table wine than a Port.",Late Bottled Vintage,,84,Port,,,Casa Santa Eufemia 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-eufemia-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Casa Santa Eufemia 11.5,White,France,"Pears, apples and cream work well together in this friendly dry white. It has a weight, ripeness, but the acidity gives a lift. The finish is soft and full in the mouth.",Seigneurs de Bergerac,11,84,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Yvon Mau 2008 Seigneurs de Bergerac White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2008-seigneurs-bergerac-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Yvon Mau 14.8,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine, with hard, scoury tannins and the kind of brambly, briary wild berry flavors you might find in a Zinfandel. Finishes with peppery, sandpapery roughness. Might develop in the bottle, but it's a gamble.",,40,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Verge 2007 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verge-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Verge 15,Red,US,"A heavy, soft wine. It shows the weight, density and ripeness of a Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, with black cherry, mocha and spice flavors, but lacks delicacy and vivacity. Drink now.",Reserve,31,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Estancia 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Estancia 14.7,Red,US,"Very dry and rather sharp in fruit-skin acidity, with a tart bite to the cherries, cola and licorice. A good, rustic wine for drinking now.",Lodestone Estate Grown,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2007 Lodestone Estate Grown G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2007-lodestone-estate-grown-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2007,Hearthstone 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the dry astringency, sharp acidity and bitterness of a fine, young Petite Sirah, with currant and pepper flavors accented with smoky oak. Doesn't seem likely to develop, so drink now with hearty fare, like pasta with sausages.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2008 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2008-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2008,McManis ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A soft, light wine, both in color and flavor. There are sweetness and acidity, but all without great concentration. The wine seems to have a hollow middle.",Late Bottled Vintage,,84,Port,,,Cockburn's 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Cockburn's 14.8,Red,US,"The blend is Bordeaux grapes with a few other varieties. The wine is ripe in blackberry, chocolate and herb flavors that are very good, but the structure is harsh, the tannins are hard and the finish is sharp.",Rubric Sonoma Reserve,23,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blackstone 2007 Rubric Sonoma Reserve Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2007-rubric-sonoma-reserve-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Blackstone 14.3,Red,US,"The oak stands out on this young Pinot Noir, giving it a sweet, smoky caramelized aroma and taste. The underlying cherry fruit isn't strong enough to support all that wood. Drink now.",Estate Grown,35,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thomas Fogarty 13.5,White,US,"This started out as a perfectly nice Chardonnay. It was dry, crisp and balanced, with a minerality under the pineapple and peach flavors. Then the winemaker decided to plaster it with oak, and it tastes like it went through the malolactic fermentation. The quality was lessened.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2007 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2007-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Liberty School ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Lean and light in character, a wine that shows a very stalky style, the acidity and tannins dominant.",Late Bottled Vintage,15,84,Port,,,Messias 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Messias 13,Red,Chile,"Nice enough on the nose, with spunky berry aromas mixed with modest spice and vanilla. The palate is angular yet fresh, with tight acidity producing bright but choppy cherry and plum flavors. Cleansing but scratchy on the finish.",Culpeo,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,Viña La Fortuna 2006 Culpeo Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-fortuna-2006-culpeo-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2006,Viña La Fortuna ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Perfumed fruit and aromas, a wine that has raisins and fruit cake flavors. There is an unfortunate strong edge of volatile acidity that gives bitterness.",Late Bottled Vintage,,84,Port,,,Quinta da Pacheca 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pacheca-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta da Pacheca ,Red,US,"Good color, but the very light cranberry fruit flavors have a strong mint streak running down the core of this wine. It's hard to find varietal character here; it's thin, herbal and a bit hard-edged.",,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Zefina 2005 Sangiovese (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zefina-2005-sangiovese-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sangiovese,2005,Zefina 15.3,Red,US,"A hard wine to like, although it's clean and without technical flaws. Tastes very oaky now, with hard grapeskin and oak tannins giving an astringency to the superripe blackberry and cherry jelly flavors.",Caton Vineyard,42,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2006 Caton Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2006-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ty Caton 13.5,Rose,Chile,"Mostly neutral in style, but clean and properly made. The nose offers a shot of nectarine, while the pointed palate features pink grapefruit and other citrus flavors. Finishes citrusy then mildly bitter and pithy. Decent for a basic, inexpensive pink wine.",Rosé,7,84,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,La Playa 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a dry, tannic Syrah whose everyday profile is given extra dimension by its pretty structure. It has interesting flavors of blackberries, currants, bacon and sweet tobacco.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2007 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2007,Liberty School ,White,US,"This is a chunky, blocky, rather stolid take on what is usually a floral, perfumed grape. Here it is limited to thick fruit components —orange and guava—tart acids and some residual sweetness.",Estate,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gilbert Cellars 2008 Estate Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2008-estate-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Gilbert Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"A bit weedy and thin in fruit, but not bad for the price. It's a dry, silky wine, with gentle flavors of cherries, mint, cola and sandalwood.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bogle 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bogle 12.5,Red,Italy,"Villa Puccini's Sangiovese (with 10% Merlot) offers a neutral nose with soft aromas of ripe cherry, prune, plum and spice. The wine's texture is supple and plush, making this a perfect choice for pizza or take-home dinners.",,,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Puccini 2005 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-puccini-2005-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2005,Villa Puccini 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fine, sweet, fresh Port, well integrated with the spirit. It has just a touch of acidity to give a good balance.",Pink Rosé,16,85,Port,,,Poças NV Pink Rosé (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-pink-rose-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Poças 13.5,Red,Chile,"Spicy, leafy and dry, with mild red berry aromas. The palate is much the same, with a fresh, acidic mouthfeel and solid, snappy flavors of leafy red berry fruit, pepper and dry spice. Simple but competent wine.",,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Pacifico Sur 2007 Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifico-sur-2007-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Pacifico Sur 13,White,Chile,"Dusty apple, pear and other dry-fruit aromas give this clean wine a good but basic starting point. The palate is fresh but exceedingly simple in terms of its apple, kiwi and nectarine flavors. Pithy and bitter on the finish, but fresh. Tastes and smells like a standard white Rioja.",Reserva,9,85,Elqui Valley,,,Falernia 2008 Reserva Pedro Ximénez (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falernia-2008-reserva-sherry-pedro-ximenez-elqui-valley/,Pedro Ximénez,2008,Falernia 14,Red,Chile,"No getting around the fact that this wine is raisiny but not that ripe in the middle. The nose suggests deep fruit, with blackberry, prune and other black fruit aromas. But while the palate starts with cassis and berry flavors, it has green flavors in the center and on the finish that cannot be ignored.",Reserva,16,85,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2006 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2006-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Carmen 12,White,US,"An enjoyable off-dry wine, with sweetened flavors of peaches, vanilla, apricot, litchi and honeysuckle, finished with lots of Asian spices. Would benefit from crisper acidity, but it's a nice sipper at this price.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2008 Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2008-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Adler Fels 13,White,South Africa,"An appealing nose of mint, herbs and citrus is followed by ripe, mouthwatering flavors of juicy fruit and lemon zest. Taut and clean, with a spicy finish. Pair with Thai food or oysters.",,,85,Western Cape,,,Ataraxia 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ataraxia-2008-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ataraxia 14.6,Red,US,"A big, dry, tannicly astringent wine. It's somewhat awkward now and could develop softness in a year or two. Right now it's like Zinfandel, with brambly tannins and flavors of dark wild berries, leather and black pepper.",Morse Vineyards,28,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,IL Gioiello 2006 Morse Vineyards Montepulciano (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-gioiello-2006-morse-italian-red-montepulciano-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Montepulciano,2006,IL Gioiello ,Red,US,"A sharp, herbal blend of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, showing hints of resin in its aromas. The pale red fruit flavors are tart, light, and simple.",2 Spires Red,32,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2007 2 Spires Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2007-2-spires-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,William Church 13.7,Red,Chile,"Beefed up but still inviting due to blackberry and cherry aromas. The palate is thick and chewy, with soft tannins and low acidity that create chunky flavors of sweet black fruit. Not all that complex but powerful and flavorful, with a mildly syrupy finish.",Reserva,13,85,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Ochotierras 2008 Reserva Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-ochotierras-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2008,Viña Ochotierras 13,Red,Chile,"Slightly green and candied on the nose, but also showing vanilla and sweet cotton candy aromas. The palate is zesty and kind of jumpy, with wiry berry flavors in front of a hard finish. Has qualities but not a harmonious wine.",Reserva,13,85,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Ochotierras 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-ochotierras-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Ochotierras 14.5,Red,US,"A good everyday Cabernet with some aspirations to quality. Even though it's a little rugged and harsh in tannins, it's dry, with oak-inspired flavors of blackberries, black currants, cola and herbs. Drink now.",Sonoma Reserve,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blackstone 2007 Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2007-sonoma-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Blackstone ,Red,US,"A blocky, toasty, chewy wine with a flavor mix of herb and earth and berries. The tannins are rough and leave a slightly bitter impression.",,22,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Mercer ,White,US,"The complex blend of Bordeaux grapes does not quite jell into a wine with specific focus. It's dark and tastes of black cherry, with grainy tannins and a chalky finish. The acids are not well integrated and the wine seems disjointed in the finish.",,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Matthews 2006 Claret (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matthews-estate-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-columbia-valley-wa/,Claret,2006,Matthews 14,Red,Chile,"Fairly hard and closed at first, with a chemical-smelling edge. It opens to show fruity raspberry flavors and a peppery accent, while the finish is snappy and doesn't veer much from the primary palate. Kind of lean and sharp, but not a bad effort.",Gran Reserva,20,85,Bío Bío Valley,,,Porta 2008 Gran Reserva Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2008-gran-reserva-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Porta 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes new-oaky and a bit overextracted now, even overripe, with black and red currant, caramel and vanilla flavors wrapped into firm tannins. Doesn't seem like the ambiguities will age out, so drink now.",The Vault,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Banknote 2007 The Vault Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banknote-2007-vault-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Banknote 14.5,Red,US,"A good, sound wine, but far from a success for the Artist Series. In fact it shows rustic tannins and the slightly sweet softness you might find in, say, a Paso Robles Cab. Disappointing.",Artist Series,69,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2005 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Kenwood 13,Red,Austria,"A thin wine, driven more by the bitter tannins than by fruit. There is some pleasant red berry flavor, but it is light, with final bright acidity.",Vom Steinfeld,24,85,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2007 Vom Steinfeld St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2007-vom-steinfeld-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2007,Johanneshof Reinisch 13.5,White,US,"A little on the simple side, but a pretty good everyday Chardonnay. It has nice, slightly sweet flavors of apricots, pineapples and sweet vanilla oak, offset with bright acidity.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Lucky Star 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky-star-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Lucky Star 13.5,Red,Chile,"Initial aromas of marshmallow and cherry candy give way to toasty, mineral berry scents, while the palate is alert, maybe a bit acidic, with cherry, raspberry and herbal flavors. Tight and peppery on the finish, with a juicy crispness and a slight taste of burnt toast. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Reserva,15,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2007 Reserva Merlot (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2007-reserva-merlot-limari-valley/,Merlot,2007,Tamaya 14,White,South Africa,"Vanilla and white fruits on the nose lead this fuller bodied organic Chard. On the palate, a spicy, robust style of white unfolds, making it ideal for everything from salmon to creamy poultry dishes. Nice spicy finish.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Sunshine Organics 2009 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunshine-organics-2009-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,Sunshine Organics 13,White,Chile,"Open-knit aromas of apple, pear, green melon and mineral are perfectly good, while the palate is high in acid and kick. Flavors of grapefruit, generic citrus and grass are solid, as is the finish, which keeps its line. A snappy, alert, easygoing wine.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cono Sur 20.5,Port/Sherry,US,"Honey-sweet, with blackberry, cherry and caramel flavors. Yet it feels unyielding, offering the tease but not the follow-through of richness. Drink now.",Vintage,34,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2006 Vintage Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2006-vintage-port-blend-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Port,2006,Robert Hall 13.8,Red,US,"Tough and herbal, lacking richness. Shows blackberry-infused coffee, sour black cherry candy and tobacco flavors, wrapped into firm, dry tannins. Ready now.",,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ,White,France,"Very fresh, crisp and green, packed with the crispest apples and lime zest. The Colombard adds a perfume of warm apricot skins, while the acidity and weight come from the Ugni Blanc.",Aramis,11,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Château d'Aydie 2008 Aramis Ugni Blanc-Colombard (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2008-aramis-white-blend-ugni-blanc-colombard-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Ugni Blanc-Colombard,2008,Château d'Aydie ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Soft berry fruits, touches of wood vanilla and creamy caramel make for an accessible wine, simple, finishing with fresh acidity.",Late Bottled Vintage,,85,Port,,,Quinta Santa Eufemia 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santa-eufemia-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta Santa Eufemia ,Red,US,"Herbal and dill infuse the light flavors, and the tannins feel as if they've been softened up in the winemaking process. The wine does a quick fade.",Whistle Stop Red,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2007 Whistle Stop Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2007-whistle-stop-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Snoqualmie 13,Red,US,"Fruity and a bit one-dimensional, but offers very pretty, polished Pinot Noir character. Feels rich and silky in the mouth, with flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola and spices. Ready now.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Heron 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Heron 15.1,Red,US,"Pretty good southern Rhône-style red blend, with rich cherry-berry, chocolate, spice and sandalwood flavors that finish dry and robust. Needs a juicy burger to cut through the tannins. Ready now.",Slipstone Estate Grown,25,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2007 Slipstone Estate Grown Grenache-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2007-slipstone-estate-grown-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache-Syrah,2007,Hearthstone 14.5,White,US,"A very rich, exotically flavored blend of Roussanne and Viognier. Feels soft and oaky in the mouth, with jammy apricots, peaches, pineapples and honeysuckle, and the caramelized vanilla of oak barrels.",Pearl,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2007 Pearl Roussanne-Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2007-pearl-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne-Viognier,2007,Hearthstone 14.5,Red,Chile,"Aromas of burnt leaves, grilled meat and rubber/tar are sort of hard and dominant, but the palate is brighter and fruity, with lively raspberry and plum along with carob and olive flavors. Good but seems slightly stalky/herbal on the finish.",Reserva,11,85,Elqui Valley,,,Falernia 2007 Reserva Carmenère-Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falernia-2007-reserva-red-blend-carmenere-syrah-elqui-valley/,Carmenère-Syrah,2007,Falernia 14,White,US,"A bit nondescript, this is a versatile white wine to drink with appetizers or as a cocktail. It's dry and crisp, with flavors of pineapples and apricots and a hint of orange peel.",,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2008 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Handley 13,Red,France,"A fresh, juicy, ripe wine, bursting with new red and black berry fruits. The wine is plush, forward and fruity, a wine to drink young and still vibrant.",Aramis,11,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Château d'Aydie 2008 Aramis Tannat-Cabernet (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2008-aramis-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Tannat-Cabernet,2008,Château d'Aydie 12,White,France,"An intensely herbaceous wine, its very fresh acidity a part of the juicy currants, gooseberry and grapefruit flavors. It is light, fresh, a fine apéritif wine.",,12,85,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Bélingard 2008 White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2008-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Bélingard 12.5,Red,France,"A light wine, the tannins stalky and chewy, but with fresh red berry fruits and no sign of wood. There is an attractive juicy acidity to go with the dry edge of tannins.",,13,85,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Bélingard 2008 Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2008-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bélingard 12.5,Red,France,"A wine that seems to have come from over-ripe fruit, with an awkward juicy character piercing the dry tannins. Acidity is there over the blackberry fruits.",Cèdre Héritage,17,85,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2007 Cèdre Héritage Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2007-cedre-heritage-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château du Cèdre 14,Red,US,"Here's a sound, drily tannic Zinfandel to drink with roasted meats and hearty stews. It's dry and spicy, with blackberry, currant, herb and coffee flavors that finish with a hint of raisins. Ready now.",Old Vine,15,85,California,California Other,California,Zin 91 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zin-91-2006-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2006,Zin 91 14,Red,Italy,"This is an extremely ripe super Tuscan blend with jammy notes of blackberry and strawberry backed by clove and white peppercorn. The wine has a thorny, raw side and ends with sweet, chewy tannins and a smoky aftertaste.",,13,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Giordano 2007 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giordano-2007-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Giordano 14,Red,Chile,"Rooty, rubbery aromas of tobacco, cola nut and tree bark cast a friendly shadow over earthy, spicy plum scents. Solid power and body, with roundness and a good mouthfeel. Nothing rugged or out of shape, with dry oak warming the finish. Not complex; easy to drink.",Reserva,13,85,Elqui Valley,,,Falernia 2007 Reserva Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falernia-2007-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2007,Falernia ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A light wine from a wet year. The wine is soft, seemingly dilute. It has some red berry flavors, but not much texture or structure, with wood aging taste.",Late Bottled Vintage,30,85,Port,,,Quinta da Prelada 2002 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-prelada-2002-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2002,Quinta da Prelada 12.5,White,US,"This inexpensive white wine does a good job of being dry and ultracrisp in acidity, which gets the mouth watering. It offers pleasant flavors of Lifesaver candy pineapples and lemons, with a hint of vanilla.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tamás 2008 Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Tamás 14.4,White,US,"A flowery Chardonnay with delicate, almost evanescent flavors of buttercup, buttered toast and grapefruit. It seems overly strong in oak and weak in fruit, showing a minerally spine and raw alcohol. Clean and bone dry, but lacks richness and vibrancy.",Durell Vineyard,40,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sand Hill 2007 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sand-hill-2007-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Sand Hill ,Red,US,"This is a bit sweaty in the nose, with a mousy undertaste that takes some time to blow off. Sour and unresolved; nothing really connects here. Very tart, with unripe citrus, pale red fruits, and a little toast and chocolate.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,32,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tertulia 2007 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2007-pepper-bridge-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Tertulia 13.5,White,US,"Dry and tart, with strong gooseberry flavors that may be too strong for some people. The feline spray taste is fortunately enriched with limes and pears. Drink now.",,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"Not showing many complexities now. It's a big, ripe, fruity wine, with strong flavors of cherries, raspberries and smoky sandalwood, wrapped into a silky texture. Drink now.",,33,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 13.5,Red,US,"A little bitter and sharp around the edges, but there's a nice core of blackberry and black currant fruit, and the finish is fully dry. Will provide pleasant drinking over the next 1–2 years, at an everyday price.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Liberty School 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Liberty School 11.5,Dessert,Chile,"Botrytised white fruit aromas lack specificity, leaving you with hard-to-peg aromas to ponder. The palate is ripe but generic, with simple tangerine and mango flavors. Feels a little sticky and flat, but not too much so. Perfectly drinkable but middle of the road.",Late Harvest,10,85,Limarí Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Late Harvest Moscatel (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-late-harvest-muscat-moscatel-limari-valley/,Moscatel,2007,Santa Alicia ,Red,US,"Light red fruits, perhaps just a little stewed and herbal, with a soft mouthfeel and mocha-streaked finish.",,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,San Juan Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2007,San Juan Vineyards 12.5,White,Chile,"Neutral smelling except for some pear and mild apple, while the palate is tangy and linear, with citrus, lemon and green apple flavors. Clangy and ringy on the finish, but solid all around. Drink soon or wait for the upcoming vintage.",,11,85,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Ochotierras 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-ochotierras-2008-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Viña Ochotierras 13.5,White,Chile,"A soft, easy, floral blend of Viognier, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Banana, tangerine, pineapple and pithy dry flavors meet on the palate and finish, creating a fruity, likable, quaffable whole. Drink chilled. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",VCS,10,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2008 VCS White (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2008-vcs-white-limari-valley/,White Blend,2008,Tamaya 12,Sparkling,US,"A bit rough and scoury in texture, but otherwise this dry sparkling wine has rich, complex flavors of citrus fruits, strawberries, brioche and vanilla. Shows fine Mendocino acidity that makes it finish brisk and clean.",Blanc de Blancs,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Terra Sávia 2006 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-savia-2006-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2006,Terra Sávia 11.5,White,France,"A fresh, warmly herbaceous wine, with a hint of apricot juice and sweet pink grapefruit. Bright acidity finishes a great apéritif wine.",Premius Blanc,10,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Yvon Mau 2008 Premius Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2008-premius-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Yvon Mau 14.5,Red,US,"An O.K. everyday sipper, but otherwise there's not much going with this sweetly raisined Pinot Noir, which has some bitterness. Drink up.",River Road Ranch,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2007 River Road Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2007-river-road-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Trione 14,Red,Australia,"A tart, hard-edged rendition of Clare Valley Shiraz, from the cool subsection known as Polish Hill better known for its Rieslings. Tart plum and berry flavors are touched with spice, vanilla and traces of hickory smoke and bacon fat. The appealing aromatics are the wine's best facet. Try aging it through 2015 and see if it improves.",Andreas Polish Hill River,26,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pauletts 2004 Andreas Polish Hill River Syrah (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pauletts-2004-andreas-polish-hill-river-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clare-valley/,Syrah,2004,Pauletts 13.5,White,Chile,"Slighlty salinic on the nose, sort of like a swimming pool. The palate is solid if a bit generic, with standard apple and underripe peach flavors resulting in a modest overall package. Pithy and quiet on the finish.",Reserva,12,85,Bío Bío Valley,,,Gracia de Chile 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracia-chile-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-bio-bio-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Gracia de Chile 14.5,Red,Chile,"A little baked, warm and medicinal, but also an interesting and unique tasting wine. There's a beefy, gummy weight to the palate, but also flavors of blackberry, herbs, soy sauce and brown sugar. Shows good points but rates out as a strange wine that confounds as much as it inspires.",Reserva,10,85,Elqui Valley,,,Falernia 2006 Reserva Carmenère-Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falernia-2006-reserva-red-blend-carmenere-syrah-elqui-valley/,Carmenère-Syrah,2006,Falernia 14.3,Red,US,"A good Merlot that shows fine Napa tannins, yet there are some divots. Despite ripe cherries, cola and oak, there's a certain one-dimensionality. Ready now.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Freemark Abbey 13.5,Dessert,France,"With three years' age, this is developing into an attractive lemon and honey style of wine, with a core of dry botrytis. It could age another two years.",Seigneurs de Monbazillac,18,86,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Yvon Mau 2006 Seigneurs de Monbazillac (Monbazillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2006-seigneurs-monbazillac-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Yvon Mau 13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly gritty and baked at first, with a marshmallow-like sweetness on the nose. Turns more tarry and dark with air, and after that come flavors of cassis and black cherry. Shows solid freshness and a smooth, mildly herbal finish. Good wine overall.",Wetland Winemaker's Selection,8,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Yali 2008 Wetland Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yali-2008-wetland-winemakers-selection-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2008,Yali 14,Red,US,"From the Peays, of Marin County, comes this dry, tannic and somewhat rustic Cabernet. It's hard around the edges, with some raisiny notes to the blackberries and toast. Ready now.",Fin de Journée,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Textbook 2007 Fin de Journée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/textbook-2007-fin-journee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Textbook ,Red,US,"A warm vintage, with early ripening, yields a wine with a pungent aroma that hints at something slightly burnt. Its fruit offers sweet, caramelized flavors, mixed with tart cranberry and some minty spice.",Phinny Hill Vineyard,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Tertulia 2007 Phinny Hill Vineyard Carmenère (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2007-phinny-hill-vineyard-carmenere-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Carmenère,2007,Tertulia ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A balanced wine, the damson fruit showing a fresh juicy character followed by acidity. There is also a stalky element that is less enjoyable, giving a final bitter edge.",Late Bottled Vintage,,86,Port,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Quinta da Romaneira ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Quite light, with acidity, fresh blackberry fruits and rather bitter tannins. There is an edge of final juiciness, but overall this seems rather harsh.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,86,Port,,,Ferreira 2000 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-2000-late-bottled-vintage-port-109579/,Port,2000,Ferreira 13,White,Chile,"A cool, neutral wine that smells as much like mountain stream water as it does white fruits. Flavors of green apple and underripe nectarine are dry, clean, quiet and refreshing. Shows a mild almond-skin bitterness on the finish, but overall it's much like a good Viura from Rioja, Spain.",Reserva,9,86,Elqui Valley,,,Falernia 2009 Reserva Pedro Ximénez (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falernia-2009-reserva-sherry-pedro-ximenez-elqui-valley/,Pedro Ximénez,2009,Falernia 14.9,White,US,"A nice Chardonnay whose rich, sweet smoky oak is pronounced, but doesn't dominate, as it does on their reserve Proximus bottling. Shows a nice minerally and slight herbal taste to the pineapples, apples and peaches.",,35,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Adastra 2007 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2007-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Adastra ,Red,US,"A bit overripe and raisiny-pruny despite some rich blackberry flavors, with hard, drying tannins and some bitterness. Doesn't show the lushness and appeal of the other Bonds. Could surprise down the road, but it's just average now.",Quella,275,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2006 Quella Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2006-quella-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,BOND 14.7,Red,US,"Shows ripe, briary, almost Zinfandel-like wild berry, raisin, cocoa and spice flavors wrapped into sturdy tannins that lead to a dry, peppery finish. Not particularly Cabernet-esque, but a robust wine for barbecue.",,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,IL Gioiello 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-gioiello-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,IL Gioiello 15.2,Red,US,"Here's a robust, tannic red wine that shows the wild mountain berries and briary, brambly texture of Foothills Zins. It's full-bodied and dry, with exuberant flavors of blackberries, mulberries and exotic berries that have no name, sprinkled with pepper and Indian spices.",Block 1 Vineyard Estate,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,IL Gioiello 2006 Block 1 Vineyard Estate Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-gioiello-2006-block-1-vineyard-estate-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2006,IL Gioiello 14.5,Red,US,"A solid Zinfandel to toss back with ribs, chicken, pork chops or a grilled steak. It's dry, full-bodied and tannic, with peppery flavors of blackberries and currants.",Jack London Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2007 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Kenwood 13.5,White,Chile,"Mild stony, oceanic aromas blend with controlled bell pepper and jalapeno notes, while the minerally palate is all about citrus fruit, particularly lime. Finishes fresh, racy and clean, but without subtleties or complexity.",Reserva,13,86,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Viña Tabalí 20,Port/Sherry,US,"Sweet, with flavors of blackberry tart, dark chocolate, crème de cassis and cherry glacé. Could be firmer in acidity and more concentrated, but it's a pretty dessert wine.",Port,18,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Bogle 2006 Port Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2006-port-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2006,Bogle ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Juicy, fresh, relatively light in character, with herbal flavors, spiced with a layer of tannins. It shows acidity and a final green pepper character.",Late Bottled Vintage,,86,Port,,,Quevedo 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quevedo ,White,US,"Sharp and spicy, this light Chardonnay hints at almond and coconut, solidly anchored in green apple fruit. The finish thins out quickly, but it's a fine food wine.",Traditions,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2007 Traditions Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2007-traditions-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,Milbrandt 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the acidity and spiciness that this cool appellation brings to Pinot Noir. It's a tough wine to praise right now, with unintegrated oak on one side and black cherry and cocoa flavors on the other. But it could meld together over the next 3–4 years.",Garey Ranch,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nagy 2 2007 Garey Ranch Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nagy-2-2007-garey-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Nagy 2 13.5,White,South Africa,"Gooseberry, pear and citrus on the nose start this perky Sauvignon Blanc. The gooseberry and tropical fruit on the palate have weight, but overall the wine has a refreshing quality that's clean and bright. Simply good, and a nice cohort to Asian cuisine and fish.",,11,86,Western Cape,,,Arabella 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arabella-2008-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Arabella 14,Red,Chile,"Dark in color, with ripe black cherry aromas. The palate, however, has a fierce tang that's directly attributable to high acidity, while the palate is a bit tart, spindly and tastes of zesty raspberry and black cherry. Scouring on the finish, with some buttery oak as an offset.",Gran Reserva,20,86,Bío Bío Valley,,,Agustinos 2008 Gran Reserva Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2008-gran-reserva-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Agustinos 14.5,Red,Australia,"A little disappointing for a Lodge Hill Shiraz, with prominent eucalyptus notes that are slightly overbearing in the context of otherwise pleasant vanilla and berry flavors. Lacks the richness and depth needed to support all of the menthol. Drink now–2016.",The Lodge Hill,20,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2007 The Lodge Hill Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2007-the-lodge-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Jim Barry 12,Dessert,Chile,"Brown in color, but not oxidized. The nose offers soupy apricot and fat citrus aromas, while the palate is smooth and orangey, with zest, lemon peel, apricot and honey flavors. Long and thick on the finish, with a brown-sugar residue. Drink now through 2011.",Late Harvest Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc,19,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2008 Late Harvest Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc White (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2008-late-harvest-viognier-sauvignon-blanc-white-colchagua-valley/,White Blend,2008,Luis Felipe Edwards 13.5,Rose,Chile,"More red than pink in color, with strawberry, cherry and pomegranate on the pleasant bouquet. Acidic but pure, with flavors of red apple, cherry and raspberry. Citric and pithy on the finish, but overall it's nice, with a clean personality. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Pink Goat,15,86,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Pink Goat Rosé (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-pink-goat-rose-limari-valley/,Rosé,2009,Tamaya 13.5,White,South Africa,"Floral aromas with a touch of citrus lead this assertive Chardonnay. The flavors—vanilla, fresh fruit, spice—are wrapped in a wave of smooth oak. An elegant wine good for pairing with salad and poultry dishes.",Chapter IV The Sea Serpent,9,86,Western Cape,,,Storyteller 2008 Chapter IV The Sea Serpent Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storyteller-2008-chapter-iv-sea-serpent-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2008,Storyteller 14,Red,South Africa,"This Cabernet offers candied plum, smoke, pepper and vanilla on the nose, and on the palate, a lively red berry, pepper and tobacco mélange. Moderate tannins and friendly fruit give it an approachable edge. Pair with beef or pasta.",Savanha,9,86,Western Cape,,,Spier 2008 Savanha Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2008-savanha-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Spier 14.7,Red,US,"An awkward wine and, reviewed a mere year after the vintage, difficult to assess. Tastes super-jammy, like it has residual sugar, with candied cherry and raspberry flavors that finish with a caramelized, brown sugary sweetness. Should knit together sometime in late 2010. Released too soon after bottling.",Pisoni Vineyard,55,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2008 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 13.5,White,South Africa,"Waves of pineapple, cream and vanilla lead on this friendly Chardonnay. On the palate, soft but complex flavors of citrus and spice give the wine curve and appeal. A good commercial white great for everyday enjoyment.",,16,86,Breedekloof,,,Deetlefs 2007 Chardonnay (Breedekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2007-chardonnay-breedekloof/,Chardonnay,2007,Deetlefs 14.1,Red,US,"Fruity and approachable, this is a Pinot Noir to drink now for its wealth of raspberries, cherries and milk chocolate. It's a smooth, silky wine that's a little candy-sweet on the finish.",,40,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Davis Family 13,Red,France,"A young, fruity wine that boasts layers of the freshest, bright red berry fruits allied to dusty tannins. It is made to be drunk young, a vivid fruity wine, lively and fresh.",Gouleyant,12,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2007 Gouleyant Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2007-gouleyant-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Georges Vigouroux ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Spicy and firm in character, although the color does suggest some aging. There are flavors of wood as well as fig and berry fruits. It is very ready to drink, not likely to age.",Late Bottled Vintage,,86,Port,,,Quinta Santa Eufemia 2003 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santa-eufemia-2003-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta Santa Eufemia 13.9,White,US,"Shows the classic Mondavi Fumé profile of dryness, crispness and minerality undergirding lemongrass, lime, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors. There's also a strong hit of pyrazine, which some people are sensitive to.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2008 Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2008,Robert Mondavi ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The wine has little sign of age, but still misses out on weight and definition. It has a soft toffee and sweet character, with soft tannins and a final raisin taste.",Late Bottled Vintage,39,86,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse 1995 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-1995-late-bottled-vintage-port-109601/,Port,1995,Smith Woodhouse 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fossetti opens with a ruby color and sharp aromas of cherry, wild berry, cinnamon and nutmeg. The wine is tight and straightforward with a simple, easygoing disposition. You could pair it with roasted chicken or ham.",Fossetti,16,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocali 2007 Fossetti Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2007-fossetti-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Mocali 13,Red,Austria,"A pleasantly fresh wine, the fruit full of black berries and damsons, juicy but at the same time somewhat dilute. It is very soft, with a good final burst of acidity. Screwcap.",Erdpress,27,86,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2007 Erdpress St. Laurent (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2007-erdpress-other-white-st-laurent-niederosterreich/,St. Laurent,2007,Pratsch 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The wine is soft, ripe, with a touch of maturity followed by good, tight wood tannins. The wine has a ripe character, quite full with hints of the wood aging as well as mature fruit.",Tawny,12,86,Port,,,Poças NV Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-tawny-port-109629/,Port,,Poças 14.1,Red,US,"Tough, hard and dry, with thick tannins and a cut of acidity that obscure deep flavors of blackberries, black licorice and black pepper. This chewy wine could develop over the next 2–3 years, but right now, it's pretty unrelieved.",Reserve,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2007 Reserve Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Frei Brothers 14.4,Red,US,"The oak stands out on this young, fruity wine, giving a buttered toast and caramelized aroma and flavor to the underlying blackberry and black currant flavors. It's thoroughly dry and a little aggressive in tannins. Give it a year or two, but it doesn't seem like an ager.",,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Frank Family 13,Red,Austria,"Triebaumer's Trie is a fresh, juicy, up-front red, dominated by berry fruits and easy, soft tannins.",Trie,16,86,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2008 Trie Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2008-trie-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2008,Gunter Triebaumer 14.5,White,US,"Shows real Lake County Sauvignon Blanc character in the ripe, citrus, melon and lemongrass flavors, dryness and crisp acidity. Could be a little tamer in feline notes, but it's a pretty good wine, especially at this price.",,12,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Hess Select 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2008-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Hess Select 14.1,White,US,A good value in Sauvignon Blanc. It shows fine citrus and melon flavors that are dry and properly balanced with acidity. There's a tang of minerality that must come from Livermore's soil.,Ghielmetti Vineyard,15,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2008 Ghielmetti Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-ghielmetti-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fenestra 14.5,Red,US,"Dark, big, rich and tannic, but savory in ripe red currants and licorice, this slightly rustic Zin will pair well with rich meats and cheeses and especially barbecue.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Brazin 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazin-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Brazin 13.5,White,Chile,"Simple, clean aromas of pear fall off with airing, but the palate is solid, fleshy, properly acidic and tastes mostly of citrus. Spunky citrus is also what carries it to a good but pedestrian ending. A step up from regular.",Reserva Privada,13,86,Bío Bío Valley,,,Agustinos 2008 Reserva Privada Chardonnay (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2008-reserva-privada-chardonnay-bio-bio-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Agustinos 13,Red,France,"A fresh wine, with pure fruit, plum and light cherry flavors and a burst of acidity. The tannins have a firm chewy character but are minor players in this fruity wine. Screwcap.",Cedrus,11,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Château du Cèdre 2008 Cedrus Malbec (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2008-cedrus-malbec-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Malbec,2008,Château du Cèdre 14.5,Red,US,"Made from Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Mourvèdre, this is a dry, tannic and full-bodied red wine to drink with grilled meats and cheeses. It has spicy flavors of cherries, blackberries, plums and cocoa. Drink now.",Phantom,16,86,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2006 Phantom Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2006-phantom-red-other/,Red Blend,2006,Bogle ,Red,US,"This has good dark fruit, with sharp spice and floral complexity. Tannins are chalky and substantial, but the pretty cherry and plum fruit fights its way on through.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Zefina 2006 Tempranillo (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zefina-2006-tempranillo-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Tempranillo,2006,Zefina 13.8,Red,US,"May be going through a muted phase, but tasted in the Fall of 2010, this wine was somewhat muted, despite the currant and cedar flavors. It also displayed some raisin-skin bitterness. Could have been a victim of the heat waves that year.",Bosché,70,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2004 Bosché Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2004-bosche-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Freemark Abbey 13.5,White,Chile,"Sort of chunky and melony, with cantaloupe and baby powder on the nose. The palate is fairly weighty, but vital acidity gives it pulse, and the flavors of melon, pineapple and lime are pleasant. Softness on the finish suggests that it won't age very well; drink now.",Estate,14,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-estate-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Errazuriz 15,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, fruity flavors of cherry pie filling, enriched with brown sugar and cinnamon, while oak adds pie crust complexities of vanilla and smoky toast. The structure is very nice, with refined tannins and just-in-time acidity. Drink now.",Estate Grown,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2007 Estate Grown Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2007-estate-grown-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2007,Hearthstone 14.8,Red,Chile,"Very Maipo-like in aromatics, with olive, leather, desert shrubs and basil, while the palate is tight, driven, acidic and tough. Dense and herbal in terms of flavors, with black fruit and oregano notes that fade on the finish. Extremely potent and muscular, but as the name suggests, it has character.",Character,22,86,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2006 Character Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2006-character-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2006,Haras 16.1,Red,US,"A good, robust Zin that defines the high alcohol, superripe style of Northern California. With more than 16% alcohol, it has a Portiness to the blackberries, coffee and anise. Drink this strongly flavored, dry wine with barbecue or beef-centered Latin fare.",Warm Springs Ranch Reserve,50,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Warm Springs Ranch Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-warm-springs-ranch-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco 13.5,Red,Chile,"Briary berry aromas and a bit of leafy minerality open it, followed by saturated cassis and black cherry flavors mixed with spice and smoke. It trails off quickly on the finish, with lingering spice, chocolate and more dry leafy qualities.",Reserva,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2007 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2007-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Morandé ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Perfumed, with acidity and fresh fruit layering a core of the driest tannin. Spice shows through, but so does the spirit, giving an unbalanced aftertaste.",Late Bottled Vintage,,86,Port,,,Niepoort 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Niepoort 14.9,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and a bit rustic in the mouth, with flavors of black currants, green olives, teriaki beef and sandalwood. A blend of nine varieties, and ready now.",Grand Rouge,14,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2005 Grand Rouge Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2005-grand-rouge-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2005,Clautiere 12.5,White,South Africa,"Floral aromas with a touch of citrus lead in this assertive white blend. The flavors‚Äîvanilla, fresh fruit, spice, are wrapped in a wave of smooth oak. Honey and spice add character. An elegant wine good for pairing with salad and poultry dishes.",Stonecross,11,86,Western Cape,,,Deetlefs 2008 Stonecross Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deetlefs-2008-stonecross-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2008,Deetlefs ,White,US,"Fresh and tart, this lightly citrusy Sauvignon Blanc shows traces of lime, green pineapple and cilantro. Bracing acids accent the bone-dry style.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Snoqualmie ,Red,US,"Some mousy aromas, but along with that there is good black cherry fruit. This has plenty of concentration, though flavors are one-dimensional, with toast and mocha in the finish.",,34,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Tertulia 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tertulia 13.6,White,US,"Smells a bit underripe, with a whiff of fresh asparagus, and richness is missing in the mouth. The flavors are of citrus fruits, lees, oak and fresh herbs. Nicely dry and crisp, but rather lean.",Arcadia Vineyard,50,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 Arcadia Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-arcadia-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 13,Red,Austria,"Light, fresh, red fruitdominated wine. There is an edge of barnyard along with aromas of red berries and a clean, soft texture. The fruit is pure, with a final jammy character. Ready to drink now.",,25,86,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2008 Pinot Noir (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2008-pinot-noir-carnuntum/,Pinot Noir,2008,Markowitsch 14,Red,Chile,"Starts with warm, baked aromas that hint at violets, baked black fruits and aged cheese. The palate is more acidic than expected, with plenty of scour and kick to go with flavors of roasted berries, beets, black cherry and herbs. Good intensity but sort of sharp and angular, which is probably due to the Carignan in the blend.",Altos,18,86,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2007 Altos Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2007-altos-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Terra Andina 14,White,Chile,"Snappy, clean wine with hardly any obtrusive oak. Aromas and flavors of dry apple, melon and green fruits are clean, monotone in how they come across, and refreshing. In fact, structural spine and zest are the calling cards of this wine; it is pleasantly devoid of heavy tropical notes or oak.",Reserva,13,86,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2008 Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2008-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Viña Tabalí 14,Dessert,Chile,"Sweet, tropical aromas run a little heavy but the palate is rich and pure, with thick honey, cinnamon and sugared pastry flavors. Good and chewy, but arguably overly sweet on the palate and finish. Best if you like intense, candied dessert wines. Drink now through 2011. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",Sweet Goat Late Harvest,15,86,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2007 Sweet Goat Late Harvest Muscat (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2007-sweet-goat-late-harvest-muscat-limari-valley/,Muscat,2007,Tamaya 13.9,Red,US,"A bit raw and grainy in tannins, giving it a sandpapery mouthfeel, but otherwise quite flavorful. Shows ripely sweet blackberries, cherries, black and red currants and smoky new oak. Best now and through 2012.",Andriana's Cuvee,26,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2007 Andriana's Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2007-andrianas-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Summers 13.6,White,US,"A dry, somewhat lean Chardonnay marked by suggestions of lemons and limes, with some oak and lees influence, and notes of fresh herbs. Almost like Sauvignon Blanc in its tart, lemony feeling. Drink now.",Karia,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 Karia Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-karia-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ,Red,US,"A fine everyday Zin. It's bone-dry, tannic and peppery, with briary flavors of blackberries, currants, cola and herbs. Drink now.",Vintner's Reserve,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-vintners-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Kendall-Jackson 14.1,Red,US,"There's a nice wine in here somewhere, but now it's cloaked under a heavy coating of oak and tannins, and the primary fruit cherry-berry flavors have a pie-filling sweetness. Give it at least 6–12 months in the cellar.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Siduri 13.5,Red,US,"A little thin, with bare-bones cherry, cola and oak flavors. Even though the alcohol is low, it shows through with heat. But the texture is silky and the finish is dry. Drink now.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sebastiani 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sebastiani 13.5,Red,Chile,"Cherry and cassis aromas start out feisty but dull down with air, while the palate is smooth, lightly oaked and shows red berry, cherry and vanilla flavors. Calm and collected on the finish, with a competent but restrained overall approach.",,10,86,Curicó Valley,,,Pacifico Sur 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifico-sur-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pacifico Sur 13.5,White,South Africa,"Fruity but spicy, the appealing nose on this affordable Chenin offers honey, melon and exotic fruits, followed by friendly flavors of honey, peach and citrus. This is a balanced but full-flavored Chenin that will pair nicely with creamy brie, poultry dishes and spicy food.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2008 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2008-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Indaba 14.9,Red,US,"Has a pleasantly light, silky mouthfeel, but the cherry and mulberry fruit tastes a little burnt. Otherwise, this dry Pinot has lots of Santa Maria spiciness.",Sand Lot,75,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Addamo 2006 Sand Lot Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/addamo-2006-sand-lot-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Addamo 11.5,White,France,"A good pair with the Colombard and Ugni Blanc blend from the same producer, this is a tight, bright, very crisp wine. There is no missing the acidity, but the wine has a freshness that is infectious. Drink as a great apéritif. Screwcap.",Cuvée Marine,11,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2008 Cuvée Marine White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2008-cuvee-marine-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2008,Haut Marin 13.2,White,US,"A nice wine tha shows a proper combination of crispness with ripe fruit. Shows slightly sweet flavors of pineapples, pink grapefruit, Meyer lemons and limes, with an edge of minerals. Easy to like.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,DeLorimier 13.8,Red,US,"The winemaker calls this a “more masculine wine: richer, bigger,” which almost understates the case. It's fruity to the point of bomb, offering an orchard of ripe red cherries, raspberries, red plums, cola and something tropically sweet, like red mango. It's all liberally enhanced with the sweet vanillins of oak. Almost too much of a good thing, but saved by brisk acidity.",Méthode a l'Ancienne,29,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2007 Méthode a l'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2007-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Navarro 14.2,Red,US,"Not especially rich, but dry and crisp and elegantly structured, a fine Pinot Noir for steaks and chops. There's a minty, herbal edge to the cherry and sandalwood flavors. Drink now.",,30,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2007 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Handley 13.5,White,US,"With pineapple crème brûlée, Key lime pie and kiwi flavors that are accented with sweet, smoky oak, this Chardonnay offers an uptown sip compromised only by a certain herbaceousness. Drink now.",Handley Estate Vineyard,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2007 Handley Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2007-handley-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Handley 14.5,Red,Chile,"Violet, dark plum and blackberry aromas push aside any sauvage character that Syrah may be noted for, but the meaty, pure intensity of the wine works well. Offsetting chewy, deep and dark fruit are creamy oak, vanilla and tobacco notes. Nicely made Syrah, with smoked meat and jerky on the finish.",Reserva,15,87,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2008 Reserva Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2008,Viña Tabalí 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, full-bodied Pinot, with Grenache-like flavors of cherries and Dr. Pepper cola. It's a little bitter now, and lacking in finesse, but could gain with a few years in the bottle.",Presidio,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tyler 2007 Presidio Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2007-presidio-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Tyler ,Red,US,"Quite tart, this pure Malbec mixes green apples, wild blackberry and hints of licorice, annotated with dusty tannins. The alcohol is listed at 13.9% but feels higher.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tertulia 2007 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,Tertulia 13.5,Red,Chile,"When people talk about good value Cabs from Chile, this is what they should be referring to. The nose is balanced and offers plenty of clean berry aromas, while the palate is fresh, light in weight and mildly citrusy, with flavors of cassis, plum and raspberry. More snappy and fresh than weighty.",Pionero,9,87,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2007 Pionero Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2007-pionero-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Morandé 15.7,Red,US,"Made solidly in the Mazzocco style, this Zin is very dry, tannic and very high in alcohol. It has a peppery burn to the blackberries, plums and tobacco, with a curious, but rich, maple syrup finish.",Smith Orchard Reserve,50,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Smith Orchard Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-smith-orchard-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that tastes young, its tannins still fresh and dominant. The fruit is subdued, giving a more stalky character. Tight berry fruits come through the dry edge of spirit.",Late Bottled Vintage,20,87,Port,,,Martinez Gassiot 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-gassiot-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Martinez Gassiot ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry, with acidity, black currant flavors and tight tannins. The wine is freshened with spice and acidity, only just showing its sweetness with black jelly flavor at the end.",Late Bottled Vintage,24,87,Port,,,Offley 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Offley 10.5,White,France,"As crisp as can be, with lemon and the greenest of apples, with a layer of taut fruit skins. Bright and breezy. Screwcap.",Classic,10,87,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2008 Classic Ugni Blanc-Colombard (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2008-classic-white-blend-ugni-blanc-colombard-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Ugni Blanc-Colombard,2008,Domaine du Tariquet 13.9,White,US,"A solid Chardonnay that will satisfy fans of the variety. It's a sleekly tart, streamlined wine, with vanilla oak and buttered toast influences acting on the pineapples and green apples. Finishes a little sweet, but crisp.",Reserve,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2007-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Frei Brothers 13.5,White,South Africa,"A nose of herbs, kiwi, smoke and minerals gives this white an intriguing start. On the palate, it's crisp and clean, with flavors of tropical fruit, herbs and spice unfolding over a minerally backbone. Ageable and terroir driven.",,30,87,Constantia,,,Constantia Glen 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/constantia-glen-2007-sauvignon-blanc-constantia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Constantia Glen 14.1,Red,US,"There's some bitterness in this young Cab, enough to interfere with the blackberry and cherry-herb fruit. Tastes very dry, with puckery-astringent tannins. It's quite a good, rich wine, in a rustic way, and should age for some time, but lacks an essential richness.",,49,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Chateau Montelena ,Red,US,"Very limited, 100% varietal, this estate-grown Malbec has high-toned aromas and tangy purple berry flavors. Anise and stone streak into the finish; overall a good effort, with fairly light fruit and an herbal undertone.",,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alder Ridge 2006 Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alder-ridge-2006-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2006,Alder Ridge ,Red,US,"This Merlot is 100% varietal, a blend of Horse Heaven Hills, Yakima Valley and Walla Walla Valley fruit. A hint of leather is wrapped into tight, lightly smoky red fruit. Red licorice and a streak of iron ore can also be detected; it is unusually tight and muscular for Merlot.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Cadaretta 13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose here opens with a blast of cherry cola and mesquite followed by less obvious tones of prunes, plums, chocolate and smoke. This well-priced wine tastes sharp and crisp on the palate but leaves loads of room for its fresh berry flavors to shine through.",,15,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Avignonesi 2007 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2007-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Avignonesi 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a nice Pinot Noir that shows cool, coastal influence in the crispness and overall balance. It's not a big, rich wine, but quite elegant, with suggestions of cherries, herbs and sandalwood. Ready now.",Vintner's Reserve,18,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kendall-Jackson ,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend almost touches 15% alcohol, yet the fruit flavors remain lightly candied, like a cherry Lifesaver. Hints of fresh tobacco leaf and toasted cracker creep in as it breathes, along with some high-toned volatile aromas.",Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal Red,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2006 Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2006-conner-lee-vineyard-gun-metal-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Guardian 13.5,Red,Austria,"Rich, with strong flavors of red berries, beetroot and an earthy pepper character. This has all the Zweigelt characters in an easy, fresh wine that also has good juicy concentration. Screwcap.",Frauenfeld Reserve,31,87,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2007 Frauenfeld Reserve Zweigelt (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2007-frauenfeld-reserve-other-red-zweigelt-thermenregion/,Zweigelt,2007,Johanneshof Reinisch 13,White,Chile,"A pungent, quasi sharp style with prickly nettle and citrus aromas. The palate is driving, angular and acidic, but the flavors of green pepper, tangerine, grapefruit, tarragon and lemongrass are clean and well cut. Very pungent but niceley done for this type of SB.",,10,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Ku Dé Ta 2009 Sauvignon (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ku-ta-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon,2009,Ku Dé Ta ,Red,US,"Tart, juic, and peppery, with blackberry and boysenberry fruit. Though rather herbal and tannic, it displays good balance and moderate concentration.",,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Woodinville Wine Cellars ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fruity, ripe wine, with berry fruits, soft tannins and primary fruit flavors. The wine has hints of raisins, as well as a ripe, juicy character.",Late Bottled Vintage,18,87,Port,,,Barros 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Barros 13,Red,Italy,"Here is a sweetly perfumed wine with tones of Christmas spice and church incense backed by old leather and pipe tobacco. There's a soapy, lavender like note that is cloying at first but that diminishes with time. In the mouth, the wine is linear and full of ripe berry flavors.",Vigneti di Campomaggio,22,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Campomaggio 2005 Vigneti di Campomaggio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campomaggio-2005-vigneti-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Campomaggio 14.1,White,US,"This is what good, cool-climate Chardonnay tastes like without oak barrel influence. It's a dry, crisply acidic and strongly flavored wine, bursting with ripe pineapples, peaches, green apples and vanilla.",Metallico Un-Oaked,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2008 Metallico Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-metallico-un-oaked-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Morgan 13.5,White,South Africa,"A fresh, green nose of grass, herbs and asparagus leads on this mouthfilling white. Flavors of citrus, tropical fruit and melon are punctuated by earthy spice and herbs. A lengthy aftertaste adds to the appeal. An interesting, distinctive Sauvignon Blanc.",Unfiltered,18,87,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2008 Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2008-unfiltered-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fleur Du Cap 13.5,Red,Austria,"A bright, fruity, cherry-flavored wine. The varietal character—juicy and with a light barnyard edge—is unmistakeable in this thoroughly delicious wine. Screwcap.",Selection,24,87,Burgenland,,,Juris 2007 Selection Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juris-2007-selection-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2007,Juris 13.5,White,South Africa,"This pretty white start with aromas of fragrant flowers, spice and vanilla, leading into creamy layers of citrus and fruit. A richer style of Chardonnay, but balanced with acidity and minerals. Pair with steak, lamb, richer seafood dishes.",,11,87,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2009 Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2009-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2009,MAN Vintners ,White,US,"Crisp and dry, this mixes green apple, fennel root and Asian pear with a hint of minerality. The flavors are nicely integrated, and the wines continues into a clean, lingering finish.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,San Juan Vineyards 2008 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2008-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2008,San Juan Vineyards 13.5,Red,Chile,"Tamaya seems to have turned the corner with its 2008 Cabs (the reserva is also very good). This wine is condensed and concentrated, with blackberry jam and other sweet berry aromas. The palate is pure and tastes of cassis and black fruit, while the finish has cola notes and a slight tannic bite. Generous for the price. Imported by Ecovalley Quality Wine Group and National Refrescos Import Company, LLC.",,10,87,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tamaya 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright, fruit-forward red blend (with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese) that offers tonic aromas of white cherry and wild berries. There's a slight touch of almond skin at the back and the wine cuts clean over the palate thanks to its acidity and fresh berry flavors. It is aged in stainless steel and cement for crisp, easy flavors.",Poggio alla Guardia,20,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Rocca di Frassinello 2007 Poggio alla Guardia (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2007-poggio-alla-guardia-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Rocca di Frassinello 14.9,Red,US,"This is one of those old-fashioned field blends of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignane and who knows what else. It's super-fruity, with waves of blackberries, cherries and all kinds of other berries accented with milk chocolate, anise and cedar. Finishes a bit sweet and tannic. Drink now, with barbecue.",Icon Mixed Blacks,75,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ravenswood 2007 Icon Mixed Blacks Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2007-icon-mixed-blacks-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Ravenswood ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Rich and fruity, with open black fruits and soft tannins. The wine has jelly and sweet fruits, while the spirit is not yet fully integrated.",Late Bottled Vintage,28,87,Port,,,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 2005 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-dona-maria-2005-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2005,Quinta Vale Dona Maria ,White,US,"Made with organically grown grapes, this tawny-colored Chardonnay is ready to go. It shows well-evolved flavors of ripe apple and pear, with a cidery finish. Despite the Columbia Valley labeling, it is from Horse Heaven Hills.",Naked,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Naked Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-naked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Snoqualmie ,Red,US,"Made with organically grown grapes, and harvested rather late (end of October) from vineyards in the Horse Heaven Hills, this is a surprisingly substantial, earthy offering. Raspberry and cherry fruit flavors are laced with graphite and iron ore, and some black olive herbal character adds interest to the finish.",Naked,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2007 Naked Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2007-naked-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Snoqualmie ,Red,US,"This is a steely, herbal, high-acid Merlot, with pale red fruit flavors of cranberry and currant. Accents of clove and iron are wrapped into stiff, but ripe tannins. Nice structure, ready for steak.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Snoqualmie 13.7,Red,US,"With easily enjoyed flavors of cherries, raspberries and cola, and a nice coat of sweetly smoked sandalwood, this is a pleasant Pinot Noir to drink now. The light body, and some sharpness on the finish, argue against ageability.",Durell Vineyard,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sand Hill 2007 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sand-hill-2007-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sand Hill 15.7,Red,US,"Not for the faint-hearted, this Zin is brawny and tannic, and high alcohol gives it a fierce burn. But it's fully dry, and has strong, deep flavors of dark forest berries, leather, tobacco and peppery spices. Now–2012.",Reserve,65,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gia Domella 2006 Reserve Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gia-domella-2006-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Gia Domella 14.5,Red,Chile,"Made in a mild ripasso style, this wine is miserly on the nose and hot on the finish, but what comes in between is very nice. Sweet flavors of brandied cherries, plum and chocolate blend with spice and pepper accents as it rolls forcefully across the palate. As said, it burns late, something that may resolve with bottle age. Drink now through 2011.",Reserva,14,87,Elqui Valley,,,Falernia 2007 Reserva Carmenère (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falernia-2007-reserva-carmenere-elqui-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Falernia 14,Red,Chile,"Full, honest aromas of brandied cherry, woodspice and cola are inviting, while the palate is thorough and lively, with good acidity and tannic grip. Flavors of black cherry and cassis are correct and finish with an herbal note and a hint of black olive.",Gran Reserva,11,87,Central Valley,,,Quasar 2006 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2006-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Quasar 14.5,Red,US,"Doesn't taste quite ripe, with very dry, herbal flavors and also a strong hit of acidity. Almost suggests wintergreen sour candy, although there's some decent cherry and cola, accented, of course, by oak. Awkward, but could just be young. Hard to tell.",Gold Coast Vineyard,60,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Paul Lato 2007 Gold Coast Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-lato-2007-gold-coast-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Paul Lato 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a forward, drink-me-now style, this Bordeaux blend contains 1% of Petite Sirah. The jammy flavors of blackberries and cherry and joined with vanilla, smoky cedar and spices. Drink this direct wine before 2012.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Freemark Abbey 14.3,Red,US,"Tart and zingy in acidity, and a little one-dimensional, but otherwise a pretty good expression of cool, coastal California Pinot Noir. Shows cherry and cola flavors, with a hint of rhubarb pie, and is entirely dry. Drink now.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Labyrinth 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/labyrinth-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Labyrinth ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Showing freshness as well as sweet jelly fruit, this has a young feel to it. An edge of bitter chocolate and spice is layered over tannins that are not yet integrated.",Late Bottled Vintage,26,87,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto 2004 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2004-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Ramos-Pinto 14,Red,Chile,"Robust and stemmy, with soupy, herbal aromas that lean toward mint and tomato. The acidity is high, and thus the raspberry/red cherry flavors are lean and tart, as is the finish. Rather sour and leafy; an underachiever.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,13,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2006 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2006-gran-reserva-los-andes-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2006,Santa Alicia 14.2,White,US,"A bit flat and one-dimensional, with simple citrus, flower and spice flavors. It's a thin wine whose alcohol, while not very high, shows through as heat.",,17,82,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Fenestra 2008 Viognier (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-viognier-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Viognier,2008,Fenestra 13.8,White,US,"Sugary sweet and simple, with flavors like a blend of the juices of pineapples, apples and pears. It's also soft, which makes it a little cloying.",Blue Ash Road,15,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2008 Blue Ash Road Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2008-blue-ash-road-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Parkers Estate ,Red,Italy,"We are enthusiastically impressed by this gorgeous wine: From the La Morra location in the Barolo region, Gianni Voerzio and his wife Franca have been making wine since 1986 and carry forth a philosophy that relies on both innovation and tradition. This is a ripe, full and rich expression of Nebbiolo with long-lasting flavors of blackberry, tar and cola.",La Serra,125,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Voerzio 2005 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-voerzio-2005-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Gianni Voerzio 14.5,Red,Spain,"Brawny but lovely, with monster black fruit, balsam wood, tobacco and cola nut aromas. The palate is ultra rich and modern in style, with deep, brandied flavors of cola, black cherry and spice. Driven, modern and properly tannic, with a fair amount of mocha and creaminess on the finish. Drink from late 2010 thru 2014.",Amancio,167,95,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2006 Amancio (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2006-amancio-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Sierra Cantabria 13.5,Red,France,"By heating part of the must before vinification, Jean-Luc Baldès has revived the medieval way of making Cahors, when it was know as the black wine. It gives, literally, black colored wine, with flavors of stewed prunes allied to intense, dry tannins. Red berries add freshness, but this is more jelly, cooked fruits and darkness.",Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine,,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2006 Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2006-clos-triguedina-new-black-wine-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.4,Red,US,"Tight and hard in tannins now, with a dusty astringency, especially on the finish. But there's a considerable heart of blackberries, currants and dark chocolate, accented with complex notes of violets, leather, dried herbs and peppery spices. Not ready now, but should easily negotiate the next 4–6 years.",Stagecoach Vineyard,53,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Palmeri 2005 Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmeri-2005-stagecoach-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2005,Palmeri 14,Red,Italy,"Beguiling, concentrated and suave, this classically styled Barolo opens with lavender, cherry, almond and anise, which slide in to blackberry brandy flavors on the palate. Long finish. Intense and delicious from start to finish; a real stunner. Drink now or cellar 5–7 years.",Cannubi,108,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 2004 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-pira-e-figli-chiara-boschis-2004-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 14,Red,Italy,"A jaw-dropping tangle of complexity on the nose, with vanilla, mocha and cherry pie filling aromas. The concentrated palate shows serious aromas of tar, earth and leather, giving way to smoke, cherry and barbecue on the long finish. Give the tannins several years to smooth out before drinking.",Masseria,110,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Vietti 2005 Masseria (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2005-masseria-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Vietti ,Red,Argentina,"Excellent Malbec at a very good price. Ripe, big, burly and a powder keg of alluring cassis, licorice and inky aromas. Rich, stout and smooth in the mouth, with generous black cherry, baked plum, coffee and chocolate flavors and finishing notes. Pure as can be; drink now through 2012.",Coleccion NQN Patagonia Universe,23,92,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2006 Coleccion NQN Patagonia Universe Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2006-coleccion-patagonia-universe-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2006,Bodega NQN 14,Red,Spain,"Full, heavy, chunky wine with a powerful bouquet of black fruit and chocolate. The palate is about as full and concentrated as they come, but there's good balance and aging potential along with cassis, blackberry and mild herbal shadings. Savory and strong as it is long on the finish. Drinkable now but better from 2011–2014.",VS Reserva,100,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 2004 VS Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-2004-vs-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2004,Val Sotillo 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this is a dry, full-bodied wine that shows considerable sophistication and elegance. Fruit aficionados will find a wealth of blackberries, cherries and cocoa, while structuralists will like the firm tannins and acids. Quite good now and for a few years.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decoy 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decoy-2007-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Decoy 13.8,White,US,"Patianna has a very good track record with this unoaked variety, which is grown in the warmer Hopland area of inland Mendocino. The '08 is very dry, very crisp in citrusy acids, and complex, with New Zealand-style flavors of gooseberries, white currants, minerals and geraniums, in addition to riper flavors of pineapples, limes and sweet Meyer lemons.",,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Patianna 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2008-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Patianna 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of smoky leather and crushed black pepper in this wine, a clear sign the Syrah comes from a cool climate. Crisp acidity, too, giving the wine a bright mouthfeel. Might even have a drop of Viognier. There's a citrusy lift to the blackberries and black currants. Should develop smoothly through 2013.",The Recluse Broken Leg Vineyard,35,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,A Donkey and Goat 2007 The Recluse Broken Leg Vineyard Syrah (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2007-recluse-broken-leg-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Syrah,2007,A Donkey and Goat 13.5,White,US,"With no oak, this polished wine shows only pure varietal flavors of pineapples, lemons, limes, green apples and vanilla. It's pure and clean, with brilliant, mouthwatering acidity, and totally dry. One of the best unoaked white wines in California, it's easy to find, with 8,700 cases produced.",Paragon Vineyard,13,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2008 Paragon Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2008-paragon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Tangent 13.5,White,US,"A beautiful white wine notable for its extreme dryness and fresh crispness of acidity. Really cleanses the mouth, letting it appreciate the unoaked flavors of tangerine, melon, peach and minerals. A brilliant wine to drink with almost anything, but especially shellfish.",Paragon Vineyard,17,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2008 Paragon Vineyard Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2008-paragon-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2008,Tangent 14,Red,Argentina,"Very nice Malbec from vines with up to 80 years of age. The nose is briary, earthy and deep, with purity and power. And the palate is juicy, lively and packs enticing flavors of plum, blackberry, cured meat and vanilla. Warming, ripe stuff. Delicious and ready to drink.",Old Vine,19,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Martino 2006 Old Vine Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martino-2006-old-vine-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Martino 15,Red,Australia,"Mitolo's G.A.M. features great freshness and verve this vintage, showcasing mixed berries—raspberries and blackberries—framed by a generous helping of vanilla. Despite 15% alcohol, it comes across as balanced and only medium in body, finishing crisp and long.",G.A.M.,55,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2007 G.A.M. Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2007-gam-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Mitolo 14.9,Red,US,"Delicious and succulent, a gigantic Zinfandel. Impresses for the powerful ripeness of the blackberry, plum and cherry fruit, accented with waves of smoky wood, cocoa and Asian spices. The tannins are rich and strong. Will age for a long time, gradually losing density and becoming softer and sweeter.",,27,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2007 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2007-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Titus 13.5,Red,Italy,"Intense notes of violets and Christmas spice follow through to an elegant, multi-layered palate with plenty of strawberry fruit. Drinking well now but will benefit from four or five years in the cellar.",Martinenga,66,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2004 Martinenga (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2004-martinenga-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2004,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 13,Red,Italy,This wine sets out to impress and hits its mark. Red raspberries and exotic spices make for an alluring opening while green herbs and grass notes vie with ripe strawberry and plum fruit on the palate. Sophisticated tannins give an edge to the mineral finish. Drink now to 2012.,,27,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Sandrone 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Sandrone ,Red,Italy,"Virna Borgogno and her husband Gianni Abrigo are particularly focused on cru expressions of Barolo. We really love their Cannubi Boschis Nebbiolo because of the depth and clarity of the fruit. The wine's aromas recall berries, forest floor, wild mushroom and chopped peppermint. Drink after 2015.",Cannubi Boschis,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2005 Cannubi Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2005-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Virna Borgogno 14.4,Red,US,"Sharp acidity makes this young wine a bit tart now. It has solid flavors of cherries, raspberries, bacon and smoky sandalwood, and is dry and silky. Decant for a few hours, or better yet, give it a year or two in the cellar.",Filigreen Vineyard,47,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Segue 2007 Filigreen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segue-2007-filigreen-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Segue 14.1,Red,US,"Delicious flavors of cola, cherries, raspberries, rose tea, orange peel, vanilla and smoky sandalwood merge in this single-vineyard Pinot Noir, and it's nicely dry, with a silky-smooth texture. Give it a good decant before serving, as it gets better as it breathes.",Sonoma Stage Vineyard,47,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peters Family 2006 Sonoma Stage Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2006-sonoma-stage-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2006,Peters Family 14.8,Red,US,"A wildly flavored, tannic and exuberant Zinfandel that showcases the variety's exotic personality. Dry and full-bodied, it has brambly flavors of blackberries, black currants, licorice, mocha and smoky cedar, liberally sprinkled with dusty Asian spices. Drink now–2013.",Rancho Bello Vineyard,26,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2006 Rancho Bello Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2006-rancho-bello-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Ottimino Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"Full, earthy and ripe, but also delivering alot of clean fruit, size and balance. The palate has moderate to full tannic grip, which props up berry, vanilla, wood and mild herbal flavors. Long, solid and a little oaky late, with proper purity and a commitment to the near future. Drink now through 2011.",Crianza,35,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-2005-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Val Sotillo 14,Red,Spain,"Jammy and sweet smelling, with intensity and a lot of ripeness. Throughout it teeters on the precipice of being overripe, but amid the chunky darkness and sweetness there's tasty berry, chocolate and spice. Finishes a bit pruney and raisiny, so get at it as soon as you can.",Gaudium,64,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2004 Gaudium (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2004-gaudium-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Marqués de Cáceres 14.5,Red,US,"Shows real class and elegance for a Cab of this price. Ready to drink now, its richly tannic structure provides the framework for dry, complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, red currants, anise and herbs. Give it a few hours of decanting.",Crazy Creek Valley,20,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Katherine Goldschmidt 2007 Crazy Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katherine-goldschmidt-2007-crazy-creek-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Katherine Goldschmidt 13.5,White,US,"Delivers lots of bang for the buck. Shows real Chardonnay character, with rich vanilla cream-infused flavors of ripe pineapples, pears, sautéed bananas, buttered toast and honey. At this price, it's a fantastic buy that can stand next to Chards costing far more.",,13,90,California,California Other,California,MooBuzz 2007 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moobuzz-2007-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2007,MooBuzz 15.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied Shiraz starts off with blackberry aromas tinged with menthol, then delivers concentrated blackberry flavors framed by vanillin oak. It's a full-bodied, creamy-textured wine, with a long, slightly warming finish. Drink now-2018.",The McRae Wood,38,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2006 The McRae Wood Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2006-the-mcrae-wood-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Jim Barry 13,Red,France,"With additions of Tannat and Merlot to the 75% Malbec, this is the main wine from the estate of Jean-Luc Baldès. It is powerful, dark and dense, a proper tribute to the Malbec grape, with its dry tannins at the center of the black fig, spice and bitter coffee flavors. Worth aging for 2-3 years, but drinkable now with rich food.",Clos Triguedina,,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2006 Clos Triguedina Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2006-clos-triguedina-red-cahors/,Red Blend,2006,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.1,Red,US,"Made in a drier, earthier style than most Oakville Cabs, this one emphasizes structure over fruity power. It's a sleek, elegant wine, brimming with tannins and acids that frame blackberry, currant, mineral and dried herb flavors, with a touch of raisins in the finish.",Reserve,45,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Emilio's Terrace 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilios-terrace-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Emilio's Terrace 15.5,Red,Spain,"There's no denying the wine's power and intensity. It's concentrated like a cement block, with richness, plummy aromas, sweetness and char. But it's also candied and ultrarich in the mouth, with syrupy flavors of berry extract, cola and chocolate. A heavy wine that shows every ounce of its 15.5% alcohol. Ultimately it's more sweet and powerful than it is precise. Drink now through 2013.",,142,90,Levante,Jumilla,,El Nido 2006 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-nido-2006-red-jumilla/,Cabernet Blend,2006,El Nido 13,White,France,"If you are looking for wild flavors, then this wine is for you. It is dry, but smells sweet, with lychee, green candy and aromatic spices. It's a wine with a terrific character, needing cheeses and rich fish dishes to bring out its full potential.",Terre Originelle,20,90,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine des Terrisses 2006 Terre Originelle White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terrisses-2006-terre-originelle-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2006,Domaine des Terrisses 13,Red,France,"Lightly perfumed, the wine then shows elegant concentration. It has ripe, vibrant fruit, but this is rounded by the finely judged wood. Over the fruit, there's a suave layer of wood giving a wine that has aging potential.",Prestige,25,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2006 Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2006-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château Haut-Monplaisir 14.1,White,US,"This is a dry Chardonnay marked by pronounced acids and steely minerals. The underlying flavors are of exotic pineapples and guavas, while new oak and lees aging add richer notes of buttered toast and sour cream. Drink now.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée,30,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2007 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2007-grand-firepeak-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Baileyana 14,Red,Italy,"This is a big, burly Barolo with chunky, slightly drying tannins and an enchanting nose that delivers earth and mineral notes alongside rose petals and tar. Mature and drinking well now but could be laid down for those who like softer, more developed wines. Screams for a well-marbled steak.",Sorì del Rovere,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,San Biagio 2001 Sorì del Rovere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2001-sori-rovere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,San Biagio 14,Red,Italy,"Firm but sophisticated, with earthy aromas of saddle leather, spice cabinet and violets upfront, followed by flavors of crushed roses in the mouth. Long, dry finish. A bold wine to pair with bold food. Give the gripping tannins least three to four years to mellow out before opening.",,61,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Pio Cesare 15,Red,Australia,"The Southern Flinders Ranges is a relatively new viticultural region, where Flinders Run has been making a splash with its powerful, opulent Shiraz. The 2007 is full bodied and lushly textured, its plum fruit gently wrapped in a layers of cedar and mocha. Drink it over the next 5-10 years.",,30,91,South Australia,Southern Flinders Ranges,,Flinders Run 2007 Shiraz (Southern Flinders Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flinders-run-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-southern-flinders-ranges/,Shiraz,2007,Flinders Run 13,Red,Australia,"A top-notch effort, this is the sort of wine that should shatter existing stereotypes of Australian Shiraz. Savory notes of smoked meat and espresso combine with blackberry fruit and scents of violets, and while the wine is clearly concentrated, it weighs in at only 13% alcohol. Drink 2012-2020.",Reserve Release,55,91,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2007 Reserve Release Syrah (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2007-reserve-release-shiraz-syrah-syrah-yarra-valley/,Syrah,2007,De Bortoli 13,Red,France,"Plenty of dark Malbec tannins here, giving a tight, mineral wine with a core of dryness. Around the core are black plum and fig fruits, and an edge of the crispest black currants. Firmly extracted, with fine wood toast flavors.",Cuvée Particulière,22,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lamartine 2007 Cuvée Particulière Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamartine-2007-cuvee-particuliere-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château Lamartine 14,Red,France,"Sweet fruits dominate this wine. It still has all the right black tannins and berry fruits, but it also has great ripeness, the wine spiced with vanilla and all-spice. It finishes with mouthfilling juiciness.",Prestige,,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2005 Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2005-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2005,Château Haut-Monplaisir ,Red,Italy,"Terlo Ravera shows a pretty garnet color with ruby highlights and offers penetrating aromas of red fruit, spice, cola and chopped mint. There's a smooth and silky sensation in the mouth and the wine's solid tannins create a sturdy backbone.",Terlo Ravera,50,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marziano Abbona 2005 Terlo Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2005-terlo-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Marziano Abbona 14.5,Red,Australia,"With its expressive notes of espressso and black olive, this Shiraz is on the savory side, but it still carries enough plummy fruit to provide balance. It's mouthfilling and generous, while a bit of tartness on the finish serves to highlight the coffee and earth flavors. Drink now-2017.",,29,91,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Plantagenet 2007 Shiraz (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-great-southern/,Shiraz,2007,Plantagenet 14,Red,Australia,"This is one tightly wound Shiraz. There's cedar and spice on the nose, but the plum fruit is balled up inside, needing time to emerge. Still, the spice notes are impressive, ranging from sage to peppercorn, and the structure is impeccable. Probably worth trying again in 2016.",Mount Edelstone Vineyard,110,91,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2006 Mount Edelstone Vineyard Shiraz (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2006-mount-edelstone-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-eden-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Henschke ,Red,Italy,"Elvio Cogno is a winery to watch closely in the future. These are exciting wines, loaded with charm and personality. The 2005 Ravera cru expression is tightly packed with fragrant fruit, floral and spice aromas and the mouthfeel is smooth, silky and long. Drink after 2015.",Ravera,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2005 Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2005-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Elvio Cogno 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, strong, gutsy Syrah, a powerhouse of jammy blackberries, currants, bacon, pepper and sandalwood. It's completely dry, with rich, thick tannins and a long, spicy finish. Good now, with proper fare, and should glidepath through the next six years.",Guyzer Block,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2007 Guyzer Block Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2007-guyzer-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Davis Family ,Red,Italy,"The Vigna Gattera cru produces elegant wines with immediate floral notes of blue flower and violet. Those aromas are followed by red fruit and spice with distant smoke and mineral. This wine is very much enhanced by the beauty of its mouthfeel, which is silky. Delicious.",Vigna Gattera,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Bovio 2005 Vigna Gattera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-bovio-2005-vigna-gattera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Gianfranco Bovio ,Red,Italy,"Gianfranco Bovio represents 20 hectares of vines planted to Nebbiolo, Dolcetto and Barbera. The Arborina cru has clay soils and its wines are, as a result, slightly more concentrated and darker in color. Aromas here recall blackberry, black licorice and cherry cola.",Vigna Arborina,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Bovio 2005 Vigna Arborina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-bovio-2005-vigna-arborina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Gianfranco Bovio 13.5,Red,Italy,"Voluptuous yet serious, this aspirational bottling boasts dense black fruit underlined by notes of wet stones, cigar and coffee. Intense and big in the mouth. Drinking beautifully now but the bracing acidity will keep it fresh for several years.",,45,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Sandrone 2006 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2006-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Sandrone 15,Red,Australia,"Dark and chocolaty in style, with hints of earth and espresso oozing in. This is a big, heavy, fudge-like Shiraz that comes across as impressive for its concentration if not for any sense of elegance or finesse. Might improve with aging, but might not; a gamble, so drink it over the next couple of years.",Oracle,70,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 Oracle Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-oracle-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon 14,Red,Italy,"Dense and weighty, with an unusual collection of aromas and flavors, including cotton candy, mushroom and watermelon on the nose, followed by cinnamon on the palate. Long, spicy finish. the massive tannin structure suggests this wine needs time to show its best; drink 2015+.",,36,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Duchessa Lia 2004 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duchessa-lia-2004-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Duchessa Lia 14,Red,Australia,"This joint-venture has been turning out consistently charming, balanced Shiraz over the past few vintages. The 2007 is simultaneously peppery-spicy, floral-perfumed and meaty-savory. It's medium-bodied, with a lovely plump softness to its mouthfeel, yet not without spine. Drink it over the next 5-8 years.",,21,91,Victoria,Victoria,,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 2007 Shiraz-Viognier (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terlato-chapoutier-2007-shiraz-syrah-viognier-victoria/,Shiraz-Viognier,2007,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 14.1,Red,US,"An impressive Syrah, not just for its ripeness, but for the structure. Fine, firm tannins and acids, along with well-integrated oak, provide a classic framework to the ripe blackberries, leather and chocolate. Good now, with decanting, but really wants 2–4 years of aging.",Fenaughty Vineyard,35,91,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,A Donkey and Goat 2007 Fenaughty Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2007-fenaughty-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2007,A Donkey and Goat 13.5,Red,Australia,"One of the Hunter Valley's top bottlings, Brokenwood's Graveyard Vineyard is still marked by hints of toasty oak at this young stage in its evolution. Vanilla accents lifted sour cherry and cranberry aromas, but on the palate the flavors darken and deepen, trending toward black cherries and plum. Has a nicely balanced, silky texture in the mouth, then a firm, long finish suggesting cellaring. Drink 2012-2025.",Graveyard Vineyard,125,91,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Brokenwood 2007 Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2007-graveyard-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Brokenwood ,Red,Italy,"Delicate and ethereal aromas of wild berry, balsam, cola, white pepper and aromatic herbs emerge from this characteristic Barolo. The wine slides down the palate with tonic freshness and personality, culminating in menthol flavors on the close.",Vigna Cannubi,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2005 Vigna Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2005-vigna-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Barale Fratelli ,Red,Australia,"This voluptuous, fleshy Shiraz seamlessly blends superripe berries with vanilla, coffee and cocoa notes. It's full-bodied, with a creamy texture that persists through the lengthy finish. Between the touch of warmth and ultrasoft tannins, smart consumers will want to drink this over the near term—now through 2015.",Ox,105,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Andrew Hardy 2005 Ox Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-hardy-2005-ox-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Andrew Hardy 14.2,Red,US,"A beautiful, fine young Pinot Noir that shows off the WesMar style of crisp elegance at a lower price than their single-vineyard wines. Dry and silky, it feels fine in the mouth, offering rich flavors of cherries, cola and sweet, smoky oak. Now–2012.",,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WesMar 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,WesMar 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of sandalwood, violets and berries give this one an elevated, magnetic nose, while the palate is lush, big and full of black fruit and masculine tannins. A dark, minerally style from high-elevation vineyards with a coating of vanilla and caramel on the long finish.",Gran,32,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Riglos 2006 Gran Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2006-gran-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Riglos 13.5,Red,Italy,"A highly nuanced nose leaning more toward animal and mineral notes than fruit opens this muscular effort. Leather, ash and forest fire flavors dominate the palate, framed by sinewy tannins. A few cherry notes peek through the tar-infused finish. Serve with game.",Alberta,60,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Contratto 2000 Alberta (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contratto-2000-alberta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2000,Contratto 14.5,Red,Spain,"Warm, earthy aromas of molasses, moss and baked fruit scream rich and big, and the palate matches that early announcement with cola, baked blackberry, coffee and syrupy flavors. Weighty and forceful, but not without style and a flash of elegance. Pure Toro; drink now through 2012.",Prestigio,27,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cyan 2003 Prestigio (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyan-2003-prestigio-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Cyan 13.5,White,US,"Brilliant. That crisp, tart Edna Valley acidity provides the perfect counterpoint to the orange, peach, apricot, honeysuckle flower and mineral flavors. This unoaked Riesling is a joy to drink. The winemaker suggests Mexican dishes, but it's super-versatile.",Paragon Vineyard,20,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2008 Paragon Vineyard Riesling (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2008-paragon-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-edna-valley/,Riesling,2008,Tangent 14.8,Red,Australia,"Two Hands' 2007 Gnarly Dudes is a nicely balanced wine, managing to be full bodied and supple in tannins while still coming in under 15% alcohol. Brown sugar and cinnamon shadings accent the main plum and earth elements, all wrapped up in a long, spicy finish. Drink now-2017.",Gnarly Dudes,35,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2007 Gnarly Dudes Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-gnarly-dudes-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands ,Red,Italy,"Alessandro Locatelli represents the newest generation to carry forth the activities of this historic winery with roots spanning back to 1841. This wine is named after the estate's founder, Francesco Costamagna, and shows a very traditional and ethereal side to Nebbiolo. The aromas are feminine and delicate with small berries and shadings of sweet spice and herbs.",Bricco Francesco,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocche Costamagna 2005 Bricco Francesco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2005-bricco-francesco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Rocche Costamagna 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A fine wine from Septima, most likely with Malbec at its base (though the label says nothing of the sort). Aromas of blackberry, raspberry, perfume, pepper and asphalt are attractive, and the rooty richness and slight medicinality of the core flavors are unique but not out of focus. One of the winery's best wines to date.",Gran Reserva,25,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2007 Gran Reserva Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2007-gran-reserva-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Septima 14,Red,Argentina,"Nice and pure, with controlled berry aromas, a dash of pepper and integrated background oak. A tasty, easy-to-drink wine with fine balance and fresh flavors of cherry, raspberry, cassis, chocolate and a medicinal finish. Good depth, length and size throughout. Delicious Malbec.",Henry Lagarde Single Vineyard,20,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2007 Henry Lagarde Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2007-henry-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Lagarde 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah, dry, full-bodied and tannic, that shows lots of class and elegance at this price. It has rich, complex flavors of blackberries, black cherries, red currants and oak, with earthy, leathery, bacon and licorice notes. Needs a few years to come around due to the tannins, or give it a good decant.",,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2007 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Rusack 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made in a modern, more accessible style, with a stunning nose of mocha, singed meat, roses and coffee. Earth and violets prevail in the mouth and carry over to the long finish. The refined tannin structure tempts early consumption but a few years cellaring will add to the complexity.",Castiglione,45,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vietti 2004 Castiglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2004-castiglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Vietti 14.2,Red,US,"Not quite as ripe as previous vintages, with an earthy, herbal edge, but that works to the wine's advantage, highlighting its elegance and class. Smooth, smoky oak frames the blackberry and currant flavors. Should develop bottle complexity over the next 6–8 years.",,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Truchard 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, black cherry, cola and a whole lot of attractive aromas get this dense, pure Malbec going in the right direction. Lush and delicious black fruit flavors lead the palate, which also bring cola and a dusting of pepper. Lighter on the finish than the start, with olive, vanilla and mild chocolate notes.",Gran Reserva,35,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Naiara 2006 Gran Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naiara-2006-gran-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Naiara 14.8,Red,US,"The Yiddish word “zaftig” perfectly describes this Petite Sirah. It's big, powerful and fleshy, with potent flavors of blackberries, cherries, plums, currants, dark chocolate, licorice, bacon and peppery spices, all wrapped into significant tannins. A very nice example of the variety, it's dry and balanced, and should age for years.",,27,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2007 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Kokomo 15.5,White,US,"With high alcohol and 100% new French oak, this wine could easily be clumsy, but it isn't. It defines the ripe California style. It's a little hot, but so massive in flavors of pineapples, lemondrop candy, crème brûlée and sweet buttered toast, you can't help but be impressed. A winery and wine to watch.",West Block,65,91,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Knights Bridge 2007 West Block Chardonnay (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2007-west-block-chardonnay-sonoma-knights-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Knights Bridge 14.4,Red,US,"Dry and silky, a very proper Pinot Noir from this fine, cool vintage. It's marked in youth by brisk acids and forward, somewhat one-dimensional flavors of cherries, cola and spices, with the smoky sandalwood of barrel age. Could develop all kinds of surprises over the next 4–6 years.",Salzgeber Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WesMar 2007 Salzgeber Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2007-salzgeber-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,WesMar 13.5,Red,France,"A wine for further aging. The wood element is powerful, but then so is the rich, jammy fruit. You can feel the weight, taste the extraction, the bitter chocolate character bursting out of the ripest blackberry fruit flavors. Keep for 2–3 years.",Optimum,21,91,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bellevue la Forêt 2005 Optimum Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-foret-2005-optimum-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2005,Château Bellevue la Forêt 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dense and chewy, this highly nuanced example offers up an enticing combination of animal notes (sweaty saddle, leather) and vibrant fruit (raspberry, cherry). The abundant tannins and ambitious level of oak will benefit from five to 10 years aging.",Serraboella,75,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cigliuti 2004 Serraboella (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2004-serraboella-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2004,Cigliuti 13,Red,France,"CQFD means Charte de Qualité Fûts de Chêne (oak barrels), two concepts in one wine. The flavors are of the richest fruit, freshened with acidity and enveloped in tannins. It is dark, a solid wall of flavor, finishing with a chink of light and acidity.",CQFD,,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2006 CQFD Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2006-cqfd-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Clos Troteligotte 14.3,Red,US,"This is the least costly of Baldacci's '06 Cabs, and is quite close in quality to the more expensive bottlings. It's classic Napa, showing beautiful tannins framing ripe, juicy flavors of blackberries, black currants, plums and smoky cedar. Combines power with elegance, and should develop over the next six years.",IV Sons,35,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2006 IV Sons Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2006-iv-sons-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Baldacci 14.6,Red,US,"Considerably riper than Baileyana's other Pinots. It shows in the richer, softer mouthfeel and deeper flavors. The red cherries veer toward blackberries, yet the texture remains silky and dry. New oak, as always, is judiciously applied. Delicious now, and should develop over the next 3–4 years.",La Entrada,33,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2007 La Entrada Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2007-entrada-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Baileyana 14.8,Red,US,"Considering the price of some Oakville Cabs, this one's a value. It's quite a good wine, rich and tannic and oaky and ripe, offering appealing blackberry, black cherry, black currant and smoky oak flavors that finish dry and spicy. Should develop over the next 3–5 years, although it seems to lack the stuffing for the long haul.",,45,91,California,Napa,Oakville,B Cellars 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,B Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"Shows lots of acidity and also the firm tannins and tug of dried herbs that always accompany this bottling. Quite good, with fruity flavors of cherries, raspberries, currants and cola, but feels a little rustic. Could harmonize over the next 6–8 years.",Weir Vineyard,56,92,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Williams Selyem 2007 Weir Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem ,Red,Italy,"Audace is a chewy, ripe and generous expression of Nebbiolo that offers intriguing complexity of aromas and flavorful nuances. You'll recognize tones of blueberry, cherry cola, licorice and wet earth. Polished tannins fuel a sensation of power, length and dryness in the mouth.",Audace,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Roberto Sarotto 2005 Audace (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberto-sarotto-2005-audace-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Roberto Sarotto 14,Red,Italy,"An extraordinary expression of Dolcetto, with gorgeous animal, woods and licorice aromas that lead toward an intense palate infused with boysenberry flavors that linger on the long finish. The sinewy tannins will benefit from a few years aging.",I Filari,42,92,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2006 I Filari (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2006-i-filari-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2006,Poderi Luigi Einaudi ,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous wine on many fronts. Firstly, its aromas of wild berry, smoke and cedar are focused and pristine. Secondly, the texture it imparts in the mouth is dense, firm but ultimately yielding and plush. Lastly, the wine's fresh flavors endure for many minutes.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,55,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2005 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2005-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Mario Gagliasso 13.9,Red,US,"This is the driest, most elegant and balanced of Ottomino's new single-vineyard Zinfandels. It has a Cabernet-like structure, although the wild blackberry, mulberry, plum and exotic spice flavors are all Zin, as are the dense, sandpapery tannins. Good now with upscale rich beef and cheese dishes, and should develop gradually in the bottle for many years.",Von Weidlich Vineyard,36,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2006 Von Weidlich Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2006-von-weidlich-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Ottimino Vineyards 14.2,White,US,"A very ripe, oaky Chardonnay made in a popular style to appeal to fans of richness. Swamps the palate with pineapple tart, pear marmalade, crème brûlée, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors, balanced with crisp acidity.",Dutton Ranch Kyndall's Reserve,36,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Dutton Ranch Kyndall's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-ranch-kyndalls-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dutton Estate 14.5,Red,Spain,"Just right on the nose, with a smoky, attractive set of deep berry aromas. The palate is pure and composed, with a pure, tasty mix of berry fruit, cocoa and mild oak. Smooth, long and creamy on the finish, and delicious overall. Best wine to date from Emina. Drink now into 2012.",Prestigio,28,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2006 Prestigio (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2006-prestigio-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Emina ,Red,Italy,"This cheerful Barolo shows many of the most common characteristics associated with the Brunate cru. Because this site has darker, denser soils, the wine shows more richness and intensity of aromas and flavors. You'll get black cherry, plum, peppercorn and Indian spice. The mouthfeel is tight and firm.",Vigneto Brunate,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Andrea Oberto 2005 Vigneto Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2005-vigneto-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Andrea Oberto 13.5,Red,France,"An intensely perfumed wine, combining power and smooth elegance. The wood gives the perfume initially, but the fruit is not far behind, a ripe layer of sweet jelly flavors, bolstered by tannin. The aftertaste is fresh, bright, but still intense.",Pur Plaisir,53,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2006 Pur Plaisir Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2006-pur-plaisir-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château Haut-Monplaisir 14.5,Red,US,"Starts out very full-bodied and rich, almost too heavy for Pinot Noir. Then the acids kick in to accent the silky texture, and you know it's a ripe, ageable Pinot Noir. With deep flavors of raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice, cocoa and peppery spices, it should develop well over the next 4–6 years.",Estate,42,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2007-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,McIntyre Vineyards 15,Red,Australia,"The 2006 Covenant Shiraz, drawn from Kilikanoon's base in the Clare Valley, adds some savory, herbal notes vaguely reminiscent of rhubarb to a lush, creamy base built on blueberry-blackberry fruit and hints of licorice and espresso. Concentrated and long on the finish, gradually turning from creamy to slightly dusty in texture. Drink now-2020.",Covenant,40,92,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 Covenant Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-covenant-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon ,Red,Spain,"A really nice, dark, modern style of Rioja from a good vintage. The nose is mildly foresty early on and robustly fruity, with stand-out black cherry and blackberry aromas. The palate is full, clean and balanced, with alert flavors of berry, spice, citrus peel and chocolate. Smooth as a glass table on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Amaren,50,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Luis Cañas 2004 Amaren (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-canas-2004-amaren-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Luis Cañas ,Red,Italy,"From the Merenda cru of Barolo, this vineyard-designate wine delivers bright and elegant tones of wild berries, cola, cedar, licorice and white pepper. The wine shows excellent balance between the firmness of the tannins and freshness of the fruit. Drink after 2015.",Vigna Merenda,70,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Scarzello 2005 Vigna Merenda (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarzello-2005-vigna-merenda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Scarzello 14.2,Red,US,"This is the most expensive of the winery's new Cabs. It's also the fruitiest and most in need of time in the cellar. Right now, it's a candied blast of blackberries and cherries. The tannins are sweet and chunky, and the oak isn't integrated with everything else. It's awkward. But it should develop for a good 6–8 years, maybe even longer. The score reflects its potential.",Tomahawk Vineyard,110,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2006 Tomahawk Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2006-tomahawk-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Chimney Rock 14.5,White,US,"Made in a leaner, crisper style than many Chards nowadays, this Chardonnay trades power for elegance. It's almost like a Sauvignon Blanc, with citrusy acids framing flavors of limes, pineapples and green apples that have a minerally edge. New French oak adds just the right touch of richness.",Calcaire,25,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Clos du Bois 2007 Calcaire Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2007-calcaire-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Clos du Bois 14.5,White,US,"Super-rich in vanilla and smoky caramelized oak, and ripe in pineapples, peaches and apples, this is a powerful Chardonnay. It's dramatic now in sheer strength, but not an ager, so drink now.",Dutton Palms Vineyard,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Dutton Palms Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-palms-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dutton Estate ,Red,Italy,The Costa Grimaldi cru is celebrated for producing some of the best Barolo fruit. This expression of Nebbiolo focuses on berry freshness and a complex rendering of delicate spice and smoke. The wine feels tight and tonic in the mouth and ends with lingering mineral and piquant spice.,Costa Grimaldi,99,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2005 Costa Grimaldi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2005-costa-grimaldi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2007 Gosling manages to combine savory, spicy complexity with bold fruit, delivering peppery, herbal notes alongside cherry and blueberry flavors. It's mouthfilling, with a creamy texture, yet retains a sense of freshness on the lingering finish. Drink now-2020.",The Gosling Roennfeldt Road,30,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Schubert 2007 The Gosling Roennfeldt Road Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schubert-2007-gosling-roennfeldt-road-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2007,Schubert 15.4,White,US,"This massive, explosive Chardonnay is marked by extremely ripe pineapple, pear and peach fruit, accented with lots of sweet, caramelized oak. It's a potent, high alcohol wine whose buttered popcorn flavors are complex by crisp acidity and minerals. A bit obvious, but a fine example of its style.",Gamble Ranch Vineyard,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sbragia 2007 Gamble Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2007-gamble-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Sbragia 14,Red,Italy,"Serious and multifaceted, with peppery black fruit aromas wrapped up in a frame of toasty new oak. Abundant but plush tannins support intense blackberry and roasted nut flavors in the mouth, winding up with a hit of mocha on the long, highly nuanced finish. Not your grandmother's Barbera.",La Crena,47,92,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Vietti 2005 La Crena (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2005-crena-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2005,Vietti 15.3,Red,US,"A beautiful Merlot, Wente's best in at least a decade. It's not one of those big, superripe Napa Merlots, but instead is elegant and classically balanced, almost Bordeaux in style, with rich tannins and good acidity. There's an herbal touch to the black cherry and mineral flavors. Very fine, very appealing, and a natural companion for food. Now–2012.",Small Lot,35,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2006 Small Lot Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2006-small-lot-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2006,Wente 15.7,Red,Australia,"Somewhat precariously balanced at 15.7% alcohol, this may not turn out to be the most long-lived Shiraz, but it is delicious for current consumption. The tannins are soft and creamy in texture, while the blueberry and black berry fruit is intensely concentrated, tinged with nuances of vanilla, menthol and chocolate.",Lily's Garden,60,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Two Hands 2007 Lily's Garden Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-lilys-garden-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands ,Red,Italy,"With this fine Barolo, Marcarini cements its reputation for quality Barolo made with top-notch fruit. This beautiful wine shows elegant tones of black fruit, plum, cherry, spice, mesquite and smoked cedar wood. The mouthfeel is tonic and bright and the wine never seems heavy or overdone.",La Serra,58,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2005 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2005-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Marcarini 15.1,Red,US,"Bennett Valley is a little appellation in Sonoma County and it's been known as a good source of nuanced Merlot since Matanzas Creek specialized in the variety. This new bottling recalls those glory days. It's a fine Merlot, dry and silky and elegant, with ripe flavors of black and red cherries, chocolate and herbs. Try as a softer, gentler version to Cabernet.",,28,92,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,C Square 2007 Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-square-2007-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2007,C Square 14,Red,Italy,"Located in the La Morra fraction of the Barolo wine area, Aurelio Settimo is a small, boutique winery that started selling fruit in 1962. Eventually, the family decided to bottle its product and the results are spectacular. This fresh Barolo from the Rocche cru is bright and tonic with lively notes of berry, mesquite and cola.",Rocche,50,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Aurelio Settimo 2005 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2005-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Aurelio Settimo ,Red,Italy,"A farmer and former truck driver who shares a great passion for viticulture, Andrea Oberto (who works with his son Fabio) is a winemaker to watch. This unique expression of Barolo delivers beautiful harmony and intensity, but remains a pleasurable and approachable wine all the same. The tannins are still firm, so let it age five to ten more years.",Vigneto Rocche,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Andrea Oberto 2005 Vigneto Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2005-vigneto-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Andrea Oberto 14,Red,Italy,Preda is a solid and dense expression of Barolo with oak-related notes of vanilla and spice that need a few more years to integrate fully. The quality of the fruit is evident and with 10 more years of cellar aging all those elegant Nebbiolo aromas of licorice and white truffle should shine through.,Preda,98,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2005 Preda (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2005-preda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina Adelaide 14.8,White,US,"Another massive, dramatically rich Chardonnay from Williams Selyem. Purists will find it ponderous, but there's no denying the wealth of pineapple tart, orange custard, crème brûlée, butterscotch and vanilla flavors. Lobster comes to mind as a natural partner.",Drake Estate Vineyard,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Drake Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-drake-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Williams Selyem 16,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied, fleshy Shiraz weighs in at a hefty 16% alcohol, but don't let that put you off. For the near term, it's a delicious bowl of mixed berries dressed up with elegant accents of smoke, toast, vanilla and mocha that hide the alcohol well. Drink now-2015.",Reserve,50,92,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2007 Reserve Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2007,Henry's Drive Vignerons 14.5,Red,Spain,"Protos is a flagship Ribera del Duero property and its wines have been on the rise lately. This is ripe and spicy, with black fruit and then a twitch of prune and moss on the nose. It's racy, pure, forward and stout, with a mix of red and black fruit flavors. Warm and integrated on the finish. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,45,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Protos ,Red,Italy,"Cola, mesquite, bright berry and orange zest describe the nose of this delicate and feminine expression of Nebbiolo. This is the kind of Barolo you'll want to pair with sophisticated lamb and pork dishes that are accented by a slight touch of exotic spice. The wine's natural acidity and its tannins keep the palate refreshed and dry.",Bricco Gattera,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monfalletto 2005 Bricco Gattera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monfalletto-2005-bricco-gattera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Monfalletto ,Red,Italy,"This Bricco Luciani expression of Nebbiolo shows pretty berry nuances that are woven carefully between mesquite, cola, spice and white pepper. There's personality and dimension here and the wine tastes particularly bright and vibrant in the mouth. You could pair this Barolo with quail or Cornish hen.",Bricco Luciani,70,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvio Grasso 2005 Bricco Luciani (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvio-grasso-2005-bricco-luciani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Silvio Grasso 15,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied, lush and velvety, the 2006 Ben Schild Reserve is ready to drink now and over the next 8 years. Hints of espresso and black olive impart complexity to the plum and blueberry fruit, and a licorice note chimes in on the softly textured finish.",Ben Schild Reserve,35,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2006 Ben Schild Reserve Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2006-ben-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Schild Estate 15,Red,Australia,"Aged in 100% new French oak, this wine opens with scents of vanilla and pipe tobacco, but also shows a strong core of ripe raspberries. Mixed berries take over on the palate, softly framed by layers of mocha and vanilla. This full-bodied wine's tannins are creamy in texture, just turning ever so slightly dusty on the long finish. Drink now-2023.",M,70,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kilikanoon 2006 M Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-m-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon ,Red,Italy,"With five hectares of vines, Scarzello is a family-run, boutique winery with a keen focus on traditional Barolo winemaking. This is a bright and ethereal wine with pretty tones of wild berry, forest floor, dried tobacco and dark cola. In the mouth, the wine is vibrant and tonic and fresh menthol flavors appear on the close.",,50,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Scarzello 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarzello-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Scarzello 13.5,White,US,"Even though this wine is unoaked and inexpensive, it's one of the best Viogniers out there. It shows the lean, drily crisp profile of Edna Valley whites, with wildly exotic flavors of citrus, tropical fruits, wildflowers, peaches, pears, minerals and vanilla. At this price, it's a giveaway.",Paragon Vineyard,17,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2008 Paragon Vineyard Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2008-paragon-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2008,Tangent 13.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Dolcetto is concentrated, juicy and impressive. The raspberry and black cherry flavors are rounded out by developed notes of leather and earth while finely polished tannins and good palate length make for a sophisticated mouthfeel. The finish is strikingly long and textured, with excellent depth of flavor. At five years old, this wine is fully mature and drinking well now.",Brich dij Nòr,,92,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Romana Carlo 2003 Brich dij Nòr (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romana-carlo-2003-brich-dij-nor-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2003,Romana Carlo 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose offers a fine mix of floral berry, dusty earth and classic Malbec richness, while the palate is juicy, balanced and tastes of cassis, blackberry, fresh plum, cracked pepper and baking spices. Full and long on the finish, and overall it's right where you want it to be. Drink now through 2011.",I,29,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2007 I Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2007-i-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Pulenta 14.5,Red,US,"Big, bold, powerful, extracted, intense. Pours almost black in color, and tastes immense in blackberries, black currants, sweet smoked leather and pepper, with a bacony spiciness. Acidity and tannins both are evident, giving this Syrah good structure. Seems at its best now and soon.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée,30,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2006 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2006-grand-firepeak-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2006,Baileyana ,Red,Italy,"This boutique estate was founded in 1926 by Alessio Grasso and is now run by his grandson Giuseppe. The generational shift has brought equal attention to tradition and technology and this wine shows aspects of both. Pristine aromas of wild berry, crushed peppercorn and white truffle make for a very compelling bouquet.",Bricco Luciani,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina del Monastero 2005 Bricco Luciani (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2005-bricco-luciani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina del Monastero 14.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich and ripe, this unique Cabernet-based blend contains 30% Syrah. It's a dramatic wine, marked by a near-perfect tannin structure and massive, long-lasting flavors of blackberries, black currants, chocolate, licorice, candied violets, sweet leather, peppery spices and smoky sandalwood. Marked by youthful primary fruit now, it needs time to knit together. Give it until after 2012 to come around, and should develop for many years after.",Vin Perdu,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vin Perdu 2007 Vin Perdu Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-perdu-2007-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Vin Perdu 13.6,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet that gives a nod to Bordeaux in its earthy dryness and moderate alcohol. There are plenty of blackberries, cherries and currants, but also notes of violets, mushrooms and herbs that make it complex. Fresh acidity and thick tannins provide structure to this wine, which comes from the cooler districts of Oakville and Coombsville. Now–2014.",District 4,39,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prime 2006 District 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prime-2006-district-4-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Prime 14.5,Red,US,"A stunning Syrah, with a bit of Petite Sirah that seems to provide darkness, tannins and structure. Marked with black pepper aromas, it's extraordinarily rich in blackberry, blueberry and mocha flavors, with a mushroomy earthiness and sweet smoky oak influences. Full-bodied and dense now, it wants at least 3–5 years to come around.",Ballard Canyon Estate,36,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2007 Ballard Canyon Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2007-ballard-canyon-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Rusack 14.2,Red,US,"Dry, silky and complex, this Pinot is as good as WesMar's more costly single-vineyard Pinots, which makes it a great value. It shows great structural integrity, with crisp acids and fine tannins that house exotic flavors of cherry compote, Dr. Pepper cola, orange zest, Canadian bacon and Asian spices. Now–2013.",,35,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,WesMar 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,WesMar 14,Red,Italy,"Glorious aromas of coffee, vanilla and exotic spices mark the nose of this very impressive red. Strapping tannins are the backdrop for dense mineral, tar and leather flavors which carry over to the lingering finish. This is a wine built for the long haul. The tannins should start to be approachable in 2012 while the fruit density will carry it to 2020 and beyond.",,64,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pio Cesare 2004 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2004-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2004,Pio Cesare 15.5,Red,Spain,"Oddly, this is preferable to El Nido's $140 Cab-heavy fruit bomb. Maybe that's because Monastrell is the go-to grape in Jumilla, and this is 70% Monastrell and only 30% Cab compared to the opposite with El Nido. All that said, this wine is ripe, approachable and dark, with excellent balance and a fudgy, warm finish of fruitcake and blackberry. Drink now through 2013.",Clio,46,93,Levante,Jumilla,,El Nido 2006 Clio Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-nido-2006-clio-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2006,El Nido 14.3,Red,US,"Massive. Made from 100% Cabernet, and lavish in new French oak, it's an impressive wine, but not one you want to open now. Everything is on steroids, with a heart of blackberries and currants just waiting to emerge. Cellar through 2011 and try again.",Black Label Estate,65,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2006 Black Label Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2006-black-label-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Baldacci 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend has a terrific structure, with a molten core of ripe, sweetly complex blackberries and black currants, but it's also a very tannic wine. The tannins are of the hard kind, tough and astringent, with a drying finish. The wine needs a year or two to mellow.",Arise,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2007 Arise Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2007-arise-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Blackbird Vineyards 14,Red,Australia,"Epitomizes in many ways the emerging Barossa style, marrying huge fruit and creamy tannins with more restrained oak use. Licorice and peppery spice lead the way, backed by notes of plum, cola and even roasted meat. Lush and long on the finish. Drink now-2020.",Tappa Pass Vineyard Selection,75,93,South Australia,Barossa,,Henschke 2005 Tappa Pass Vineyard Selection Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2005-tappa-pass-vineyard-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2005,Henschke 14.2,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet Sauvignon that shows its fine mountain pedigree. Accessible now, with decanting, for the upfront blackberry, black currant, plum, sweet cedar and mineral flavors that feel so rich and balanced and drily tannic. Should develop well over the next 6-8 years.",7,75,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2006 7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2006-7-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Vineyard 7&8 14.5,Red,Spain,"Another stellar El Puntido, this time with excellent concentration and full-load aromas of black fruit, leather, fine dried cheese and cola. The palate is tight, properly stretched and racy, with bursting black raspberry and cassis flavors. Coconut and resin on the finish is the first and only glaring announcement of oak. Drink now through 2014.",El Puntido,62,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viñedos de Paganos 2006 El Puntido (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-paganos-2006-el-puntido-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Viñedos de Paganos ,Red,Italy,"With fruit harvested from the beautiful Brunate cru located just a short distance away from the Barolo castle, this wine from Marcarini will delight you. The aromas here are full, generous and recall wild berry, cedar, smoke, licorice and cherry cola. Tight, firm tannins and bright acidity make the wine both cellar worthy and food friendly.",Brunate,58,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2005 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2005-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Marcarini 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Brilliantly colored, with dynamite concentration and lovely black fruit and earthy aromas. Precise on the palate but also big and muscular, with silky tannins, grip and a late rush of deftly applied French oak. Delicious and a fine reflection of the Uco Valley, Argentina's top Malbec region.",Alfa Crux,47,93,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2006 Alfa Crux Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2006-alfa-crux-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2006,O. Fournier 14.3,Red,US,"If you buy this 100% Cab, don't even think of drinking it now. Put it in the cellar and be patient. It has the soft tannins and herbal quality of a fine Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, but it's just not ready to drink now. Give it until 2012, at least, to let the cherries, cocoa and red currants transmogrify to sweet mellowness.",Lone Tree Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Forefathers 2007 Lone Tree Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2007-lone-tree-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Forefathers 13.5,Red,Italy,"This muscular, tightly knit Barbaresco shows intriguing animal, rose and barnyard scents that promise to develop greater complexity over time. Intense and concentrated in the mouth, meaty tannins and searing acidity provide the backdrop for mushroom, charcoal and violet notes that carry over to the long finish. Drink 2010–2020.",Rio Sordo,50,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giacosa Fratelli 2000 Rio Sordo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2000-rio-sordo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2000,Giacosa Fratelli 14,Red,Italy,"With a modern winery located at the foot of the picturesque town of Barolo, Cascina Adelaide proudly produces a bold and innovative interpretation of Barolo. This is a powerful and generous wine with big spice, berry, smoke and mineral tones. The cards it plays best, however, are intensity and persistency.",Cannubi,88,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2005 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2005-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina Adelaide 14.1,Red,US,"Give this beauty 3-4 years in the cellar, and if you can't, at least decant it for hours before serving. It's a beautiful young Pinot Noir, very dry and as silky as satin in the mouth, showing ripe, oak-inspired flavors of cherries, raspberries, cocoa, cola and spices. Shows the elegant acidity and structure of this wonderful vintage on the Sonoma Coast.",Balletto Vineyard,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,WesMar 2007 Balletto Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2007-balletto-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,WesMar 16.4,Red,Australia,"For this reviewer to not notice the alcohol in a wine that weighs in at 16.4% there have to be a lot of other things going on in the glass. So it is with this wine, which is loaded with bakery aromas of vanilla, brown sugar, nutmeg and white pepper alongside concentrated flavors of Chrstmas pudding, ripe berries and a savory edge to the finish. Drink 2012-2018.",Coach House Block,120,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2006 Coach House Block Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2006-coach-house-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Two Hands 14.5,Red,US,"Not the greatest Backus ever, and not in the league of the 2001 and 2005. More akin to the 2000. But shows the power and superb tannin development of this fine Oakville vineyard. Nearly 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it's flamboyant in blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors, with a grip of mineral or graphite. Should age quite well at least for the next 12 years, gradually losing tannins and gaining sweetness.",Backus Vineyard,250,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Joseph Phelps 2006 Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2006-backus-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Joseph Phelps 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% Cab shows all the hallmarks of an ageable wine. But it's beautiful now for the complexity of the tannins and the elegant integration of blackberry and black currant fruit with oak. A dramatic, impressive wine that shows you don't have to spend a lot of money for a terrific California Cab. Now–2012.",Hillside Reserve,32,93,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2006 Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2006-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ehret 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with the scent of beef on the grill, and then folds in black fruit and fine aged cheese. The palate is as rich and smooth as a silk throw, while flavors of berry, cassis, herbs and coffee cover the bases. Mildly balsamic on the finish, yet not complicated, demanding or overly complex. Drink now through 2012.",La Cueva del Contador,103,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Benjamin Romeo 2006 La Cueva del Contador (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-romeo-2006-cueva-contador-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Benjamin Romeo 14.9,Red,US,"A classic example of a young, sweetly fruity and very refined Napa Cab that needs some time in the cellar. Polished and lovely, with finely ripe tannins and decadently good flavors of blackberries, black cherries, chocolate, currants and oak. The palate's enjoyment is interfered with by the astringency. Give it until 2012 to begin to come around.",Georges III,55,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,B Cellars 2006 Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2006-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,B Cellars 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Still the king of South American Pinot Noir, Chacra's “55” offers a beautiful amalgam of dusty Middle Eastern spice aromas along with raspberry, cherry and cocoa notes. It's a finessed but forceful (read: high-alcohol) Pinot with penetrating black cherry, plum and chocolate flavors, and the finish is long but hot in its youth. Doesn't lack for much of anything. Best from late 2010 through 2013.",Cincuenta y Cinco,125,93,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2008 Cincuenta y Cinco Pinot Noir (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2008-cincuenta-cinco-pinot-noir-rio-negro-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bodega Chacra ,Red,Italy,"This base Barolo from Bric Cenciurio offers everything you should look for in an excellent Nebbiolo from the Langhe, Piedmont. The wine is delicate and layered with soft shadings of berry fruit and spice. The mouthfeel is supple but determined with a blast of berry freshness on the close.",,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bric Cenciurio 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bric-cenciurio-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Bric Cenciurio 14.3,Red,US,"This is one of the darkest of Williams Selyem's new Pinots and also one of the ripest. It's jammy in the intensity of raspberry and cherry fruit, with a savory, Dr. Pepper cola richness. The spiciness, which is one of winemaker Bob Cabral's specialties in capturing, is exotic. It's a big, fat, rich wine that needs decanting now, and should age for 4–6 years.",Coastlands Vineyard,69,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2007 Coastlands Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-coastlands-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem ,Red,Italy,"Oddero's Brunate cru expression of Barolo delivers an amazing medley of power and complexity. The wine is full of ripe berry aromas backed by lingering tones of delicate mineral, cola and spice. The mouthfeel is dense, rich and the wine promises to evolve beautifully during the cellaring process. Drink after 2015.",Brunate,110,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Oddero 2005 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2005-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Oddero 14.1,White,US,"Chardonnay doesn't get much richer or riper than this. Explodes with grilled pineapple, lemondrop, smoky meringue, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors, brightened and boosted by crisp, citrusy cool-climate acidity. Racy and clean and complex, it should develop bottle nuance over the next four years.",Porter-Bass Vineyard,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bjornstad 2007 Porter-Bass Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2007-porter-bass-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Bjornstad 15,Red,Australia,"Mitolo's top Shiraz offering from 2007 is its Savitar bottling, from McLaren Vale. This full-bodied, creamy, lush, expansive wine features aromas of toast and vanilla upfront, followed by mixed berries that seem to grow in intensity with every sip. Drink now-2020.",Savitar,75,93,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2007 Savitar Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2007-savitar-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Mitolo 14.8,Red,US,"A big, boldly powerful but elegant Zinfandel, full-bodied in the mouth and dry, offering waves of ripe fruits and spices. The cool 2007 vintage has kept the wine from being too ripe, resulting in balanced flavors of blackberries, currants, licorice, bacon, cocoa, black pepper and Asian spices. Just terrific. Drink over the next six years.",Forchini Vineyard,48,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Forchini Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-forchini-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Williams Selyem 13,Red,France,"A wine that is proof that not all powerful wines also need high alcohol, this intense 13% ABV wine is concentrated, almost black in its color, a classic Malbec. It has all the solid tannins, structure, the darkest of black plums and licorice flavors. It should age well.",Clos Triguedina Probus,,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2006 Clos Triguedina Probus Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2006-clos-triguedina-probus-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Jean-Luc Baldès 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a boutique winery that has pushed forward over the generations to offer beautiful expressions of Nebbiolo. Of its three Barolos, we especially love this wine from the Cannubi cru: it embodies delicate harmony and lingering flavors of wild berries, mineral and spice. The wine is dry and firm on the palate and leaves a lasting impression of freshness.",Cannubi,149,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2005 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2005-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Gianni Gagliardo ,Red,Italy,"This expression of Nebbiolo offers elegant layers of berry, smoke, spice and cola that build in intensity and persistency over the palate. This is a cellarworthy wine that will drink best five to 10 years from now. When it's ready, pair it with braised lamb with aromatic herbs.",Sotto il Castello di Novello,50,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Grimaldi 2005 Sotto il Castello di Novello (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-grimaldi-2005-sotto-il-castello-novello-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giacomo Grimaldi 14.5,Red,US,"Give this young wine some time in the cellar to let the tannins drop out. Right now, it's a bit hard and astringent, although it's so rich in fruit that a good decanting will let you enjoy it. Shows a molten core of blackberries, crème de cassis, cocoa and cedar, with a mineral undertow. Dramatic wine.",Contrarian,90,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2007 Contrarian Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2007-contrarian-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Blackbird Vineyards 13.7,Red,US,"The vineyard has been source to extraordinary Zinfandels from other producers, such as Howell Mountain Vineyards and D-Cubed. Now here it is under its own brand. It's a wonderful Zinfandel, powerful and complex, yet dry and elegant. The tannins are strong, but finely ground, and the raspberry, cherry, red currant, cola and Asian spice flavors are luscious. Drink now and through 2012.",,42,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Black Sears 2006 Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-sears-2006-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2006,Black Sears 14.5,Red,US,"The new Rubicon, which is almost all Cabernet Sauvignon, brings to mind the 2003 and 2004. It doesn't have the sheer force of 2002 or 2005, but it's certainly a classic Rutherford wine, and has a good future. Bone dry, it shows herb-infused flavors of blackberries, cocoa, spices and smoky sandalwood, and yes, the tannins are dusty. Drinkable now, with a good decant, and should develop in the bottle over the next 6–8 years.",,145,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2006 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2006-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Rubicon Estate ,Red,Italy,"Vintner Chiara Boschis took over this historic estate after the death of its founder Luigi Pira. She continues in a precise Barolo tradition that pays attention to quality of fruit and vineyard designations. The Cannubi cru, for example, is celebrated for the elegant nature of its wines. Here you will encounter fine aromas of orange blossom, wild berries, white mineral and delicate floral notes.",Cannubi,95,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 2005 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-pira-e-figli-chiara-boschis-2005-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 14.8,Red,US,"The 2007 vintage was a fabulous one for Williams Selyem, and the Zinfandels benefited from the cool, balanced growing season. The Papera is a big, rich, jammy wine, but also a drily elegant one. It offers waves of raspberry, Fig Newton, red currant and Canadian bacon flavors, with superfine tannins. An exuberant Zinfandel now and for the next six years.",Papera Vineyard,48,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Papera Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-papera-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Williams Selyem 14.7,White,US,"Dramatically rich and ripe, a bells and whistles Chardonnay made in the white Burgundy style. It's flamboyant in pineapple, nectarine, guava and oak- and lees-influenced buttered toast, cream and vanilla crème brûlée, but it's also very acidic and dry, which provides balance and elegance. Fine now and for 3 or 4 years.",Ritchie Vineyard,40,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bjornstad 2007 Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2007-ritchie-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Bjornstad 14.4,Red,US,"A noble red wine, based on the finely ground tannins and superb integration of fruit and oak. There's a purity to the complex waves of blackberries, currants, Canadian bacon, dried herbs, black pepper and sandalwood, with a minerally tang that must come from the soil. Wonderful now, this great Syrah should develop additional bottle nuances over the next six years.",Van Ness Vineyard,53,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Palmeri 2005 Van Ness Vineyard Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmeri-2005-van-ness-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2005,Palmeri ,Red,Italy,"The Brunate cru is famously celebrated for its sturdy, well-structured Barolos. The soil is a bit denser and richer here and the wines take on more concentration and power as a result. You'll recognize aromas of wild berries, almonds, graphite, smoke and cola. The tannins are tight and firm and this wine will last many long years in the cellar.",Brunate,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Marengo 2005 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-marengo-2005-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Mario Marengo 14.9,White,US,"A massive Chardonnay, rich in fruit and oak. Shows long, decadent flavors of roasted pineapples, nectarines, honeysuckle, vanilla, buttered toast and meringue, dusted with cinnamon spice and brown sugar. Structure is fortunately provided by crisp acidity and even a framework of wood tannins. Now–2013.",,70,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pahlmeyer 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pahlmeyer-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Pahlmeyer 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This mighty Malbec opens with toasty oak, a pinch of sawdust and perfumed black fruit, vanilla and spice notes. The palate is lofty and rich, with beautiful berry and plum flavors. A smooth, sexy wine from the Uco Valley that shows that vineyard sourcing absolutely matters. Best wine from Alta Vista to date.",Single Vineyard Temis,50,94,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Alta Vista 2006 Single Vineyard Temis Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2006-single-vineyard-temis-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2006,Alta Vista 14.5,Red,US,"Grown in the winery's estate vineyard, which is on the steep slopes of the western, Sonoma side of Mount St. Helena, this is a tough, tight young mountain wine. Made from 100% Cabernet, its blackberry and currant flavors have a distinct tang of minerals that are swamped by dry, astringent tannins. Dramatically structured, with brilliant acidity, but needs time. Give it until at least 2012.",,95,94,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Knights Bridge 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Knights Bridge 15.5,Red,Australia,"From vines planted more than a century ago, this richly concentrated, voluptuous wine blossoms with time in the glass, revealing aromas of brandied black cherries and dark chocolate. The tannins are creamy smooth, the length on the palate prodigious. But at 15.5% alcohol, this wine's warmth is noticeable; opt for drinking it over the next 10 years.",Old Bastard,190,94,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kaesler 2006 Old Bastard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaesler-2006-old-bastard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Kaesler 14.5,Red,US,"There are $15 Cabs that are better to drink now. This is so strong and fruity, so oaky, so tannic, it just overwhelms the palate in its extreme youth. Just massive in blackberries, black currants, coffee, cocoa, dried herbs and 100% new, smoky-sweet French. Ridiculous to open it anytime soon. Desperately needs time in the bottle, and the point score reflects potential. Try 2012–2018.",Insignia,200,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Joseph Phelps 2006 Insignia Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2006-insignia-red-napa-oakville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Joseph Phelps 14.5,Red,US,"Classic Duckhorn, which is to say, dry, tannic, elegantly structured and expensive. The winemaker succeeded, in this so-so year, in crafting a rich, nuanced wine of considerable interest. It may not be a longterm ager, but it's delicious now, with deep flavors of blackberries, red currants, violets, cocoa and smoky oak, balanced with the prettiest acidity. Grows better in the glass as it breathes.",Estate Grown,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2006 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2006-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Duckhorn ,Red,Italy,"Cascina Ballarin's Barolo Bricco Rocca comes from the La Morra area of the Langhe and offers intense aromas of blue flower, violets, almond flowers, cinnamon and powdered licorice. The focus here is on elegance and harmony and the mouthfeel follows through with power and determination. This is a truly beautiful wine",Bricco Rocca,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Ballarin 2005 Bricco Rocca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2005-bricco-rocca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina Ballarin ,Red,Italy,"The Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata exhibits bright berry notes followed by delicate tones of violet, slate, wet earth, spice and smoke. In the mouth, this beautiful wine delivers density and concentration capped by bright acidity and drying, firm tannins. Drink after 2015.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,48,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Molino Cascina Rocca 2005 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-molino-cascina-rocca-2005-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Franco Molino Cascina Rocca ,Red,Italy,"Mauro Veglio's estate is a small, family run affair that turns out excellent results year after year. A deep understanding of the Nebbiolo grape results in wines that are distinguished by signature aromas of wild berries, mesquite, white truffle and fragrant cedar. Tight tannins feel polished and dry in the mouth and this Barolo should age nicely for many more years.",Vigneto Gattera,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Veglio 2005 Vigneto Gattera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-veglio-2005-vigneto-gattera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Mauro Veglio 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a young, dry, acidic Pinot Noir that clearly wants some time in the cellar. It has a beautifully silky texture, and is made in a light, elegant style, with very complex flavors. Waves of sour red cherry candy and cola flavors wash over the palate, accented with orange zest, cinnamon, Asian spices, anise and sandalwood. Better after 2011 and should develop for 3–5 years after that.",Hellenthal Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,WesMar 2007 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2007-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,WesMar 15,Red,Australia,"This compelling wine delivers a tidal wave of chocolate, dark berries, earth and black olive aromas and flavors. It's huge in the mouth yet amazingly supple in texture, leaving no sense of excessive weight or alcohol. Hints of toast, menthol and coffee linger on the surprisingly elegant finish. Drink now-2025.",R,105,94,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 R Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-r-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon 13.9,Red,US,"A wonderful wine from one of the best vineyards in Anderson Valley. It's a bit acidic and tannic now, the result of this cool vintage, but time in the bottle should soften and resolve the tartness and astringency. The wine itself is very dry, with flavors of cherries, cola, balsam, Asian spices and oak. Needs aging through at least 2012 to awaken it.",Ferrington Vineyard,62,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem ,Red,Italy,"Coste di Rose is a gorgeous Barolo with impressive elegance and complexity. Aromas touch on delicate hints of violets, spice, cola and cedar and are beautifully unified and integrated overall. The texture is thick and dense yet the quality of the tannins is particularly polished and tight. Don't open this bottle before 2015.",Coste di Rose,43,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bric Cenciurio 2005 Coste di Rose (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bric-cenciurio-2005-coste-rose-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Bric Cenciurio 14.2,Red,US,"Despite firm tannins and tough acidity this wine is so rich and silky, you can drink it now, with decanting. It floods the mouth with raspberries, cherries, chocolate, anise, cinnamon spice and sweet oak. Absolutely delicious, with a silky, seductive mouthfeel. Although it's the least expensive of Williams Selyem's new releases, it's right up there.",Flax Vineyard,54,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-flax-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem ,Red,Italy,"Poderi Luigi Einaudi consistently produces some of the world's best Barolo and its Cannubi cru expression is particularly elegant and refined in the 2005 vintage. The wine boasts power and density backed by delicate aromas of wild raspberry, spice and drying mineral notes. It imparts a firm but smooth feel in the mouth.",Nei Cannubi,100,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2005 Nei Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2005-nei-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 14,Red,Spain,"Huge wine with sweetness and smooth qualities from head to toe. Aromas of mint leaf, pastry and sweet black fruits are magnetic, while the lush, layered palate is complete and packed with berry fruit, toast, fudge and tobacco flavors. Layered and deep on the finish, with cola, herbs and licorice notes. Beautiful wine. Drinkable now and good through 2013.",La Viña de Andres Romeo,166,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Benjamin Romeo 2006 La Viña de Andres Romeo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-romeo-2006-vina-andres-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Benjamin Romeo 15.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is, of course, in Oakville, which makes you wonder why they put the generic Napa Valley on the label. The wine itself, which is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, is very dry and tannic. Flamboyant, too, with deep black currant flavors bathed in 100% new French oak. Feels lavish and important, but young. Better left untouched for 6–8 years.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,110,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Knights Bridge 2007 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2007-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Knights Bridge ,Red,Italy,"Violets, spring flowers, orange peel, licorice and cola emerge from the nose of this beautiful Barolo. The tannins are tight and the acidity is bright, and the wine needs another decade of cellar aging. Once it reaches its peak drinking era, the wine would pair perfectly with duck in orange sauce or New Zealand lamb.",Sarmassa,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 2005 Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2005-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Marchesi di Barolo ,Red,Italy,"The Le Vigne cru from Luciano Sandrone delivers focused aromas of wild cherries, white almond, cola and light shadings of sweet spice. The texture is drying and firm and the wine excels in the mouth thanks to the tight and supple feel of its tannins. Pair this delicious wine with lamb, pork or beef.",Le Vigne,155,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luciano Sandrone 2005 Le Vigne (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciano-sandrone-2005-le-vigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Luciano Sandrone ,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its sandy, well-draining soils, the Cannubi cru delivers delicate and elegant wines with refined and complex aromas. Violets, orange zest, Spanish cedar, smoke and wild berries all emerge from the nose of this deeply layered wine. You could pair this Barolo with white truffles and other equally delicate or aromatic foods.",Cannubi,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 2005 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2005-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Marchesi di Barolo ,Red,Italy,"With a long winemaking history that spans back to 1908, the Germano family has played an important role in the evolution of Barolo and Langhe wines. The Vigna Rué cru expression is an incredible wine with beautifully focused aromas of wild berry, cola and mineral. The mouthfeel is equally impressive thanks to the polished and drying nature of the tannins.",Vigna Rué,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Angelo 2005 Vigna Rué (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-angelo-2005-vigna-rue-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Germano Angelo ,Red,Italy,"One of the most exciting names in Barolo, with fruit from one of the most celebrated vineyard crus, this vintage of Cannubi Boschis is a real treasure. Cellar the wine 10 years or more to achieve balance between its firm tannins and bright acidity. The wine already shows incredibly complex aromas of wild berry fruit, truffle and cola and those tones will surely become more elegant with time.",Cannubi Boschis,165,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luciano Sandrone 2005 Cannubi Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciano-sandrone-2005-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Luciano Sandrone ,Red,Italy,"Founded in 1930 by Ferruccio Grimaldi, this family-run estate is now showing some very exciting results. The La Coste Barolo is a tight and focused wine that promises to age beautifully over many more years. The tannins and acidity are perfectly integrated and the nose boasts bright and intense layers of forest fruit, exotic spice, mesquite and black licorice.",Le Coste,75,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Grimaldi 2005 Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-grimaldi-2005-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giacomo Grimaldi 14.5,Red,US,"Some wines are meant for immediate consumption. Others require age. This wonderful wine satisfies on both sides. It's softly rich and polished in tannins, with accessible blackberry, cassis and oak flavors. Yet it has the structure and depth to go for years. Now–2016, at least.",Paramour,90,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2007 Paramour Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2007-paramour-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Blackbird Vineyards 14.8,White,US,"Very powerful, very strong, almost overwhelming in the sheer wealth of fruit and oak, but balanced with acidity. Winemaker Bob Cabral himself calls it “concentrated.” It detonates on the palate with an almost dessert wine quality of lemons, pineapples, honey, vanilla and minerals, but it's totally dry. Will hold for perhaps six years.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,50,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Williams Selyem 14.3,Red,US,"Ed Sbragia is making some of the most interesting single-vineyard Cabernets in California. This one, from Howell Mountain, shows the density and power that typify all his wines. Although it's thoroughly dry, it tastes almost sweet in grilled blackberry marmalade flavors, balanced with good acidity and wonderfully fine tannins. Feels like it has the capacity to age for decades.",Cimarossa Vineyard,75,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Sbragia 2006 Cimarossa Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2006-cimarossa-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sbragia ,Red,Italy,"Founded by Enrico Bergadano in 1974, this estate is now managed by son Piercarlo who farms two hectares of vines in Barolo, Monforte and Novello. This is the family's top wine, with fruit harvested from the celebrated Sarmassa cru. It shows incredible density and elegance with bright aromas of wild berries, white truffle and licorice. The drying tannins are tight and firm. Drink after 2015.",Sarmassa,65,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Enrico Bergadano 2005 Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-bergadano-2005-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Enrico Bergadano 13.9,Red,US,"The winery's best Vista Verde ever. Terrific in crisp acidity and finely meshed tannins that frame ripe, rich flavors of cherry pulp, root beer, anise and oak that finish long and impressively delicious. Complex and compelling now, and will develop in the bottle over the next 6–8 years.",Vista Verde Vineyard,54,95,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2007 Vista Verde Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-vista-verde-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 14.3,Red,US,"Pretty tannic, with a hard edge, although it's very fruity and rich, and should soften and mellow with time in the cellar. Thoroughly dry, it shows complex flavors of wild raspberries, cherry compote, cola and spices, compounded with smoky, sweet oak. Give it until 2011 to begin to come around.",Peay Vineyard,54,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Peay Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-peay-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 13.9,Red,US,"Forward and delicious, a vibrant wine that's fully drinkable now for the richness of fruit. Shows ripe waves of black and red cherries, raspberries, cola, chocolate and crème brûlée, leading to a long, sweetly spicy finish. Seems destined to be an early drinker, so best now and through 2012.",Bucher Vineyard,54,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Bucher Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-bucher-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 14.9,Red,US,"One for the cellar. It's vibrantly rich and forward in blackberries, black cherries, plums, dark chocolate and sweet smoky new oak, yet very tannic. Creates an astringency that lasts through the spicy finish. It would be a pity to open it before 2012, and will last for years after.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,50,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sbragia 2006 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2006-monte-rosso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sbragia 15.8,Red,US,"Beautiful from start to finish, but tannic, and not drinkable now, in the classic sense. The tannins are hard, and while they're very finely ground, they prevent the palate from full appreciation of the lush blackberries, black cherries, dark chocolate and herbs. Give this 100% Cabernet at least five years to begin to mellow.",Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard,110,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Knights Bridge 2007 Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2007-beckstoffer-dr-crane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Knights Bridge ,Red,Italy,"Here's an impressive new name in Barolo. Mauro Molino first bottled in 1985 and has shown consistent results that seem to have hit a high point this vintage. Fruit is harvested from the Vigna Conca cru, resulting in elegant and refined pulses of wild berries, cola and white almond. The wine is delicate and feminine, but delivers a blast of power and persistency on the close.",Vigna Conca,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Molino 2005 Vigna Conca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-molino-2005-vigna-conca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Mauro Molino 14.4,Red,US,"This is the most accessible, most interesting and most compelling of Sbragia's new Cabernets. It's extraordinarily powerful in the potent, sweetly refined tannins and ripe flavors of blackberries and cassis, leading to a long, rich finish. You can drink it now, but it will age effortlessly for a good 8–10 years.",Rancho Del Oso,75,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Sbragia 2006 Rancho Del Oso Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2006-rancho-oso-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sbragia ,Red,Spain,"Deep and dark as night, with a lake's worth of cassis and black fruit aromas. There is no interference here; just pure, big-boned, modern-style Tempranillo flavors of currants, blackberry and soft, cuddly oak. Finishes with cream and coconut, but length and power as well. Hold until late 2010 and drink through 2015.",La Nieta,163,95,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viñedos de Paganos 2006 La Nieta (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-paganos-2006-nieta-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Viñedos de Paganos ,Red,Italy,"Founded in 1918 by one of the grandfathers and custodians of Barolo tradition, this historic estate is now run by Bartolo's energetic daughter Maria Teresa. She continues in a tradition of excellence, which highlights integrity of fruit and intensity of flavors. There's beautiful purity here in the form of cassis fruit, cherry cola and smoked Spanish cedar. Drink after 2017.",,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-bartolo-mascarello-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 15.4,Red,US,"Impresses for the sheer power of ripeness, but also and especially for the structure. The flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, cocoa, herbs and sweetly smoked oak are beautiful and complex, yet the tannin-acid balance is near perfect. This single-vineyard wine is one of the finest Sonoma County Cabernets of the vintage. Should age effortlessly through 2014, growing purer and more elegant.",Rockaway,75,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2006 Rockaway Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2006-rockaway-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rodney Strong 14.5,Red,Australia,"If Standish's Relic is the feminine side of Shiraz, this is in a more masculine vein, with slightly coarser tannins and more weight, but still possessing great intensity without any heaviness. Cassis, blueberry and black olive flavors are tinged with hints of asphalt and espresso, leading into a warm, lingering finish. Drink now-2025.",The Standish Single Vineyard,135,96,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Standish 2005 The Standish Single Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standish-2005-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Standish 10.1,Dessert,US,"The winery's philosophy is, if you're going to make a dessert wine, why not make it fabulously sweet instead of boringly off-dry? With 17.5% residual sugar, this indeed hits the limit of the sweetness scale. Yet it's superbly balanced with acidity, giving a refreshing balance to the intense apricot jam, lemon drop, candied ginger, pineapple crème brûlée and vanilla custard flavors. A tremendous success for a California dessert wine.",Late Harvest,40,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Late Harvest Muscat (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-late-harvest-muscat-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Muscat,2007,Williams Selyem ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful expression of Nebbiolo from the La Serra cru represents the best of Barolo winemaking tradition. Eugenio Bocchino heads a family-run estate that spans almost six hectares in La Morra, Verduno, Roddi and Alba. This is a focused and tightly tuned wine with bright berry nuances and exciting crispness, length and elegance.",La Serra,99,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Eugenio Bocchino 2005 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-bocchino-2005-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Eugenio Bocchino 14.1,Red,US,"The vineyard is about 1,000 feet above Boonville. The wine is impeccable. Crisp in acidity, with a silky, elegant texture, it shows complex flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola, orange zest, Asian spices and earthy rhubarb. It's dry, but with a rich, fruity-oaky sweetness. Delicious and compelling, it should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Cerise Vineyard,48,96,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Chronicle 2007 Cerise Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronicle-2007-cerise-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chronicle 14.3,Red,US,"A brilliant wine. Racy in acidity, silky in texture, yet powerful, it exudes the essence of Pinot Noir's greatness. Shows great fruity ripeness in the cherry, Dr. Pepper cola, licorice and bacon flavors, and also a wild, forest quality of grilled mushrooms, thyme and fennel. Absolutely dry, with a firm spine of tannins, the structure is near perfect. A divine expression of Hirsch, and a good candidate for six years in the cellar.",Hirsch Vineyard,72,97,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2007 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 13.8,Red,US,"Not showing well now due to the tannins. It's dry and tough, with a resistance to the richness. Yet the core of flavor is enormous. Shows concentrated, flashy flavors of cherry marmalade, raspberry, orange blossom, cola, licorice, rose tea and spices that go on and on and continue to develop in the glass. The texture is pure silk and satin. Needs 4–6 years to develop, and could go beyond that.",Allen Vineyard,78,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,US,"A spectacular wine that gets better and better with every sip. It's dramatic from the get-go, with rich, fine tannins framing extraordinarily good flavors of blackberries, black currants, anise, dark chocolate and cedar. Superb structure, great length and finish, with perfect acidity. A joy to drink. Now–2016.",Illustration,90,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2007 Illustration Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2007-illustration-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Blackbird Vineyards 13.9,Red,US,"Always one of Williams Selyem's top Pinot Noirs, the 2007 is a spectacular wine. The vines are the closest to the river in the famed Rochioli vineyard, and the resulting wine always has an elegant structure and fruity accessibility that make it drinkable at a younger age. Showing rich flavors of cherries, red currants, cola, bacon, anise, Asian spices and smoky oak, it will develop beautifully over the next decade.",Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard,75,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-rochioli-riverblock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,Australia,"This prodigious wine showcases Barossa's ability to deliver big, mouthfilling flavors without any suggestion of heat or heaviness. Scents of stone fruit, pepper and red currants mark the nose, while the flavors take on a darker cast, heading toward black cherries and black olives. The tannins are supremely silky, but this graceful, feminine beauty should drink well through at least 2020.",The Relic,135,98,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Standish 2006 The Relic Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standish-2006-relic-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Standish 14.4,Red,US,"Ripe and delicious right out of the bottle, although it will age well. Made from a vineyard on the true Sonoma Coast, in the remote Fort Ross area, it's fabulously rich in cherry, framboise and red currant flavors, with intriguing waves of anise, bacon and sweet, vanilla-scented smoky sandalwood. There's a foresty taste, too, suggesting dried pine needles. The tannins and acids are near perfect. Stunning now, and should hold for at least six years.",Precious Mountain Vineyard,90,98,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2007 Precious Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-precious-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 14.1,Red,US,"A spectacular Pinot Noir, but a very young one, and extremely dry. It's a wine of great structure, with rich acids and tannins framing extraordinarily complex flavors of grilled cherries, strawberries and raspberries, with complicating notes of cola, pomegranates, orange zest, anise, dusty Asian spices and smoky sandalwood. A truly great Pinot Noir from a great vintage that needs time in the bottle to express itself. The vineyard, which is owned by the winery, is only 19 acres, planted to an array of newer and older clones. Best after 2013, if you can keep your hands off.",Litton Estate Vineyard,100,100,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2007 Litton Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2007-litton-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Williams Selyem 13,White,Chile,"Neutral aromas, sour apple and citrus flavors, a spritzy mouthfeel and soda-like on the finish. Unsophisticated to a fault.",,6,80,Curicó Valley,,,Quasar 2009 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2009-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Quasar 13.9,Red,US,"A heavy, acidic and boring wine, not offering much in the way of flavor except for some bitter cherries.",Silvaspoons Vineyards,23,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2007 Silvaspoons Vineyards Touriga Nacional (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-silvaspoons-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-central-valley-lodi/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Fenestra 13.5,White,Chile,"Average peach and apple aromas are as good as it gets. The palate is wet, heavy, charmless and cidery, with aggressive apple and citrus flavors. And oak wouldn't likely help it.",Un-Oaked,7,80,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-un-oaked-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,La Playa ,Red,US,"Very little fruit evident here; just chewy tannins, herbs, stem and earth.",,10,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hoodsport 2006 Cabernet Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Merlot,2006,Hoodsport 15,Red,US,"Not much going on except sweet, toasty oak-like aromas and flavors, with lots of hard, dry tannins. There's a splash of cherries and plums.",Ensemble,20,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Morse 2006 Ensemble G-S-M (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morse-2006-ensemble-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sierra-foothills/,G-S-M,2006,Morse 13,White,Chile,"Apple juice aromas don't hold it together for long, and the palate is spritzy and acidic. Apple cider and a touch of vinegar and citrus are the flavors. Not the type of Chardonnay we can recommend.",Unwooded,9,81,Molina,,,Echeverria 2009 Unwooded Chardonnay (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-unwooded-chardonnay-molina/,Chardonnay,2009,Echeverria 13.9,White,US,"Simple, with fruit punch-sweet pineapple and lemon flavors. High acidity makes it a little sour.",,18,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eagle Castle 2008 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-castle-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2008,Eagle Castle 12,Rose,Chile,"Stretched thin and sour, with pickled citrus aromas and flavors. Electric feeling and overjuiced, and then pickled and tangy on the finish. Ultratight and sharp.",,12,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2009 Rosé (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2009-rose-colchagua-valley/,Rosé,2009,Calcu 14.3,Red,US,"Acidic and minty, this Pinot has underripe green flavors that interfere with the enjoyment greater richness would provide. The thinness emphasizes the astringent tannins.",Sonoma Reserve,20,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blackstone 2007 Sonoma Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2007-sonoma-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Blackstone 16.9,Red,US,"Smells and tastes Porty, with caramelized raisin and black currant flavors. And with nearly 17% alcohol, it's hot.",Estate,29,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2007 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2007-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Midnight ,Red,US,"Sharp, volatile and tannic, with short, herbal flavors and little fruit ripeness. A bit of vanilla comes into the finish, along with vinegary acids.",Delorious Red Wine,23,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Edmonds Winery 2007 Delorious Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmonds-winery-2007-delorious-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Edmonds Winery ,Red,US,"Too much volatility, and too much oak take over here, obliterating the fruit. As a result, flavors are thin, the finish sour.",,25,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Edmonds Winery 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmonds-winery-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Edmonds Winery ,Red,US,"Tannic and chewy, this is simple, sturdy and solidly in the herbal camp. Flavors are short and the finish leans into veggies.",,10,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hoodsport 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hoodsport 13.9,Red,US,"Sharp in raisin skin bitterness, this dry, dull wine has overripe cherry flavors, and is quite tannic. Lacks opulence and interest.",Estate,24,81,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2007 Estate Mourvèdre (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-estate-mourvedre-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Mourvèdre,2007,Fenestra ,Red,US,"This is a soft, tart, light red wine with excessive volatility. The finish borders on vinegary flavors, which overtake the fruit.",Slide Ridge Red Wine,29,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Edmonds Winery 2007 Slide Ridge Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmonds-winery-2007-slide-ridge-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Edmonds Winery 14.3,Red,US,"Feels harsh and tart in the mouth, with sharp acidity that gives the oaky-cherry flavors the taste of Chinese sweet-and-sour sauce.",Crazy Creek Vineyard Estate Bottled,40,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2005 Crazy Creek Vineyard Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2005-crazy-creek-vineyard-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,DeLorimier 14,White,Chile,"Melony and sweet smelling, with sticky, strange flavors of chewing gum, melon and pickled citrus rind. Finishes weird, too. Overall, Indomita's wines are outside the lines and hard to enjoy.",Reserva,15,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Indomita 2008 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2008-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Indomita 14.5,White,US,"Overripe, with apricot and pear flavors, although it's dry. The wine feels heavy and syrupy in the mouth, lacking vibrancy.",Twisted Sisters,26,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calcareous 2008 Twisted Sisters Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-twisted-sisters-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Calcareous ,Red,US,"A simple, generic red blend. Toast, vanilla cookie and light flavors of strawberry.",Cesár Red,20,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Martinez & Martinez 2006 Cesár Red Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-martinez-2006-cesar-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Martinez & Martinez 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and simple, with flavors of apricot, pineapple, peach and pear juice.",Reserve,10,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Family Vineyards 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-family-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Napa Family Vineyards 13.9,Red,US,"Soft and dull, with flavors of blackberries, chocolate, currants, plums and pepper. Lacks structure and vibrancy.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,27,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Malbec (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Malbec,2007,Fenestra 13.5,Red,US,"Nice and silky in the mouth, but raw in green acids, with a tart, almost sour taste to the cherries and mint. Drink now.",Pinnacles Ranches,16,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 2008 Pinnacles Ranches Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2008-pinnacles-ranches-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Estancia 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and dull, but dry, with thin cherry and herb flavors.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,McManis 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,McManis 14,Red,Chile,"A heavy, cheesy-smelling wine that turns rougher and more gaseous as it opens. The palate is high in acidity, yielding underdeveloped, tart black cherry and plum flavors. Sharp on the finish, with a lean feel. Doesn't ever find a groove.",Pionero,9,82,Maule Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Pionero Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-pionero-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2008,Morandé 14.4,Red,US,"Dry and sharp, with a baked smell and taste to the blackberries, cherries and mincemeat. Tannic, too, and the sharpness reprises on the finish. Drink now.",Estate,20,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2006 Estate Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2006-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2006,Fenestra 14.5,Red,US,"Rustic, with some minty flavors along with sweet, jammy fruit, and the oak is a little heavy. A big drop after the 2005 vintage.",,50,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Faust 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faust-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Faust 13.9,White,US,"Dry and crisp, but too feline in strong green aromas and flavors. A little of that goes a long way. Modest lemon and lime fruit comes to the rescue, but too little, too late.",Reserve,18,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2008 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2008-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Rancho Zabaco ,White,US,"A simple Chardonnay, with a soapy mouthfeel, lemony fruit and a hint of almond in the finish.",,10,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hoodsport 2007 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-2007-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2007,Hoodsport 13.9,Red,US,"Dry and brittle, with thin, reedy flavors of berries and cherries that finish with a scour of tart wintergreen. Drink now.",Thatcher Bay Vineyard,28,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2006 Thatcher Bay Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2006-thatcher-bay-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Fenestra 13.5,Red,US,"Hot, harsh and not quite ripe, a common wine with blackberry, tobacco and oak flavors that are sugary sweet on the finish.",Select,17,82,California,North Coast,Mendocino-Lake County-Napa,Hess Select 2007 Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino-Lake County-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2007-select-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-mendocino-lake-county-napa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hess Select 13.5,Red,US,"A common wine, slightly sweet and simple in construction, showing jammy flavors of raspberries and cherries. Finishes somewhat bitter, with green tannins.",North Peyton Block,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2008 North Peyton Block Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2008-north-peyton-block-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2008,Parkers Estate 14.5,White,US,"A disjointed Chardonnay, with aromas of apricots, grapefruits, limes and wood. Finishes dry and somewhat sour in acidity.",,25,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Newton 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-napa/,Chardonnay,2008,Newton 14.5,Red,US,"The aromas and tastes of caramelized oak dominate the modest cherry-berry flavors of this wine, making it unbalanced. It's bone dry and rugged in tannins. Drink now.",,14,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Kenwood 14.6,White,US,"Lots of exotic citrus, peach and tropical fruit flavors in this crisply clean blend, but it's really too sweet to qualify as a dry table wine. Tastes more like something you'd have for dessert.",Aurora Reserve,28,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2008 Aurora Reserve White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2008-aurora-reserve-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2008,Midnight 14.3,Red,US,"Tastes raw and overripe, with raisiny flavors. The raisin skin tannins accentuate the grape tannins, leading to a hard, astringently dry finish.",Aquarius,33,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2007 Aquarius Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2007-aquarius-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2007,Midnight 13.5,White,Chile,"Vanilla, pear and a whiff of wintergreen make the nose intriguing, but after that it's commercial mango and pineapple flavors with a pithy finish. A sweet, overpumped Chardonnay.",Reserva,9,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Santa Alicia 13.9,White,US,"Not ripe. Although there are sweet flavors of pineapple and pear juice, the green mint, hay and gooseberry aromas cross the line into feline spray.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Souverain 13.9,White,US,"Slightly sweet, with simple apple and mango juice flavors and a veneer of oak-like vanillins and caramel. Crisp acidity helps to make the finish clean.",,17,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2008 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Souverain ,Red,US,"There is a burnt sugar scent over the top of this wine; caramelized past the point of sweetness. It's very soft, with just the barest hints of black cherry and smoke.",,28,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lodmell Cellars 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lodmell-cellars-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Lodmell Cellars 14.3,White,US,"Too sweet and oaky for comfort, with caramelized flavors of pineapple and apple juice that finish with a white sugar aftertaste.",Y3,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2007 Y3 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2007-y3-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Jax 15.9,Red,US,"Too soft in acidity, so the blackberry, currant, cherry liqueur and spice flavors have a curious jamminess. The softness and high alcohol emphasize sweetness, affecting the finish.",Michael's Estate Vineyard,28,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2007 Michael's Estate Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2007-michaels-estate-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Adelaida 12.5,White,US,"This Pinot Grigio is simple and sweet. It tastes like a mixture of sugared fruit juices, brightened with lively acidity.",Coastal Series,13,82,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2008 Coastal Series Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2008-coastal-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Arrow Creek 15.5,Red,US,"Thin in berry fruit and tannic, this rustic wine shows its high alcohol with a chili pepper burn through the finish. The flavors aren't rich enough for balance.",Royal Red,26,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eagle Castle 2007 Royal Red Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-castle-2007-royal-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Eagle Castle 13.9,Red,US,"Very dry and raisiny-pruney, a harsh, somewhat bitter wine. The dryness is relieved by some ripely sweet blackberries that show up in the middle palate.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,18,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2007 Silvaspoons Vineyard Malbec (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-silvaspoons-vineyard-malbec-central-valley-lodi/,Malbec,2007,Fenestra 13.9,White,US,"Too green and acidic to earn a higher score, although it's pleasantly dry and clean, and there are some savory citrus flavors. But they're dominated by tart leafy tobacco and feline notes.",Reserve,20,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2008 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2008-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Frei Brothers 12.5,Rose,France,"Soft, almost sweet, with considerable caramel and sweet strawberry flavors. There is an awkward final bitterness.",,13,82,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Bélingard 2008 Rosé (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2008-rose-bergerac/,Rosé,2008,Château Bélingard 13.9,White,US,"Crisp acidity saves this rather sweet, oaky wine by giving it a clean mouthfeel. The flavors are of pineapple and apple juice, honey and vanilla caramel.",,17,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Wild Horse 13,White,Chile,"Straddles the line between varietal and vegetal, but with aromas of canned beans, asparagus and bell pepper this is too vegetal to rate better. The palate seems underdeveloped and raw, with pole bean, lime and grassy flavors. Tangy and fresh, but not cutting it in the aroma and flavor departments.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,12,83,Elqui Valley,,,San Pedro 2009 Castillo de Molina Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2009-castillo-molina-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-elqui-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,San Pedro 12,Dessert,Chile,"Has its good points but also exhibits detectable vegetal notes of asparagus and especially canned green beans on both the nose and finish. In between, there's mealy corn, sweet apple and mango flavors. Not a disaster but not as fruity and clean as need be.",Late Harvest,15,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2007 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2007-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Morandé ,White,US,"This has a rather noticeable candy cane scent, leading into a beery, yeasty, flat-feeling wine.",Stillwater Creek,30,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Matthews 2008 Stillwater Creek Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matthews-estate-2008-stillwater-creek-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Matthews 14.4,Red,US,"Dull and herbal, with modest berry and spice flavors. The structure is soft and simple. Disappointing.",Estate,30,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 2006 Estate Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-2006-estate-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Chateau Montelena 14.5,Red,US,"An okay red wine. It's soft, dry and common in structure, with thin flavors of blackberries, spices and a touch of oak.",,25,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Adler Fels 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes dry and raw in green tannins and acids, with the barest suggestion of cherries and rosehip tea. In its favor is the fine, silky texture and low alcohol.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Lucky Star 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky-star-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lucky Star 13.5,Red,US,"An everyday Zin, soft and candied, with blackberry, cherry, licorice and cocoa flavors. The tannin structure is rich. Drink now.",,13,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Leaping Lizard 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-lizard-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Leaping Lizard 13.9,White,Chile,"Popcorn, toast and spiced pear aromas are forced and elementary, while the palate is honeyed and resiny and tastes like apple-cinnamon herbal tea and OJ. Has a faux oaky dominance and will lose vitality quickly.",Block Selection Reserve,11,83,Limarí Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Block Selection Reserve Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-block-selection-reserve-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,La Playa 14.5,Red,US,"A simple, rugged wine with flavors of berries, chocolate, herbs and something vaguely oak-like. It's dry and full-bodied.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2008 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,McManis 13.5,Red,US,"Very dry and rather sharp in acidity, this Syrah offers cherry-berry flavors with a hint of herbs and spices. It turns bitter on the finish. Good price, but could use greater richness.",The Slammer,12,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Big House 2007 The Slammer Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2007-slammer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Big House 14.5,White,US,"A simple Chardonnay, with likeable pineapple, apple, lime, kiwi and vanilla flavors. Finishes sweet. Seems pricey for what you get.",,28,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calcareous 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Calcareous 12.5,Red,US,"A bubble-gummy, raspberry granola-flavored wine that's soft and silky and dry. It's a good example of Pinot Noir at its most basic level.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,,Barefoot ,White,US,"Light, watery and thin, with simple lemon and green apple flavors, and plenty of acidity.",Unoaked,17,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Gilbert Cellars 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilbert-cellars-2008-unoaked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2008,Gilbert Cellars ,Red,US,"This smells slightly reduced, with rubber ball aromas over black cherry fruit. Soft tannins leave a flat impression in the finish.",,23,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Edmonds Winery 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmonds-winery-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Edmonds Winery ,Red,US,"This is already looking rather brown and tired, with soft scents of prune and coffeecake. The fruit is fading, but if you drink quickly it's a decent quaffer.",,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hoodsport 2006 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Hoodsport 14.5,Red,US,"Rugged, rustic and dry, with briary flavors of wild berries, raisins, cocoa, pepper, leather and herbs. Ready now with easy fare.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2008 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2008-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,McManis 14.5,White,US,"Tastes too sweet in sugary fruit to earn a higher score, with jellied flavors of pineapples, sweet vanilla and butterscotch.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2008 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2008-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2008,Robert Hall 13.5,Rose,Chile,"Kind of brown, which makes sense seeing that it's an older 2008 model. The nose shows sweet peach and mango aromas, and some oxidization. The palate is drying and short, with bitter-tinged peach and citrus flavors. Flat and dry on the finish.",Carmenère,10,83,Central Valley,,,Pacifico Sur 2008 Carmenère Rosé (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifico-sur-2008-carmenere-rose-central-valley/,Rosé,2008,Pacifico Sur 12.5,Rose,France,"Simple, clean, fresh, raspberry-flavored wine, with light acidity. There is an edge of apple and caramel, the aftertaste just off dry.",Seigneurs de Bergerac,11,83,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Yvon Mau 2008 Seigneurs de Bergerac Rosé (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yvon-mau-2008-seigneurs-bergerac-rose-bergerac/,Rosé,2008,Yvon Mau 13.5,Red,US,"A harsh, nasty Pinot Noir. It's just barely recommendable for the cherries and silky texture.",,25,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Adler Fels 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adler Fels 15.2,Red,US,"Easily earns its high score for the sheer power and mass, equal to anything out of Napa. Erupts in the most complex blackberries, black currants, licorice and 100% new smoky oak flavors, with a spicy finish that goes on and on. The tannins are strong and fine and impressive. Not for the faint-hearted, and not a wine to drink now, as it will swamp food. Should begin to emerge after 2012.",Brenda's Vineyard,85,96,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2006 Brenda's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2006-brendas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Baldacci 14.5,Red,US,"A deeply impressive Bordeaux blend. It comes from this small, but prestigious, appellation, which is a bridge between Sonoma County and Napa Valley. Marked by dryness and a superb tannic structure, it has deep flavors of blackberries, black currants, violets, herbs and cedar. Needs time. Give it 4–6 years in the cellar.",Bella's Blend,39,94,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2006 Bella's Blend Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2006-bellas-blend-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Ehret ,Red,Italy,"This is an extraordinary Barolo with deep and intriguing layers of wild berry, orange zest, almond skin, light graphite shadings and lingering smoke or dried tobacco. The wine feel smooth and supple in the mouth and closes with firm tannins that give it backbone and staying power.",Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2005 Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2005-cannubi-san-lorenzo-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giuseppe Rinaldi 13,Red,Italy,"An exceptional example of an underappreciated appellation, this Gattinara offers up a gorgeous nose of animal, leather and spice accented by high floral tones. The palate has mature tannins and a complex tangle of flavors ranging from charcoal-grilled meat to earth and mushrooms. A nice kick of acidity on the finish means it can stand up to even the heaviest duck dishes.",Riserva,55,91,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Dessilani 2000 Riserva (Gattinara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dessilani-2000-riserva-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2000,Dessilani 15,Red,Australia,"Oliverhill seems to have hit the mark in 2008 with their Jimmy Section Shiraz, a seamless blend of blueberries and cream dressed up with savory notes of dark earth and dark coffee. Full-bodied and creamy textured, this densely concentrated wine should be at its best now-2020.",Jimmy Section,37,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Oliverhill 2008 Jimmy Section Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliverhill-2008-jimmy-section-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Oliverhill ,Red,Italy,"Compared to the estate's Vigna Cannubi cru, this expression of Nebbiolo offers slightly more structure, density and staying power. The aromas here recall black cherry, plum, spice and Spanish cedar. The mouthfeel is rich, supple and very clean. Drink after 2014.",Vigna Castellero,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2005 Vigna Castellero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2005-vigna-castellero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Barale Fratelli 15,Red,Australia,"A finely judged blend of fruity and savory, the 2006 Parable marries ripe plums with meaty elements as well as hints of coffee and vanilla. It's round in the mouth and cuddly in texture, finishing with the softness of velvet. Drink it over the next five years.",Parable,40,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kilikanoon 2006 Parable Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-parable-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon 13.6,Red,Australia,"Offers up a nice blend of savory and fruity elements, marrying marinated beef and ripe cherries and framing them in vanilla-scented oak. The wine is full-bodied and supple in texture, ending with hints of fine tobacco and silk. Drink now-2015.",,21,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse River 2005 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-river-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2005,Vasse River 13.5,White,Italy,"Unique and appealing, with scents of pear drop and roasted walnuts leading into a luxuriously textured palate. Caramel notes from toasty new oak vie with kiwi flavors in the mouth while the finish is long and dry. Drink now or age a few years for even more complexity.",L'Altro,22,89,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Pio Cesare 2007 L'Altro Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2007-laltro-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,2007,Pio Cesare 12.5,Red,France,"Wood dominates both the aroma and the flavor of this wine. It's good wood, giving vanilla and smooth textures. It has softened the fruit, the fresh berry flavors sitting on a soft cushion of dusty tannins. It needs 2–3 years.",,10,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Bovila 2006 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bovila-2006-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château Bovila 13.5,White,France,"Layers of spicy wood add to the smooth, creamy character of this wine. It has vivid acidity lifted by green fruit skins and flavors of pineapple and grapefruit. There is a final perfume from the Muscadelle in the blend.",,21,89,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château les Tours des Verdots 2008 White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tours-verdots-2008-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château les Tours des Verdots 15,Red,US,"Here's a beautiful, balanced wine to drink now. It's soft and rich and complex, with flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants and milk chocolate, accented with sweet, smoky oak. A Cabernet Franc-based Bordeaux blend with a splash of Syrah.",Ancestor Estate Reserve,44,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Halter Ranch 2005 Ancestor Estate Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/halter-ranch-2005-ancestor-estate-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2005,Halter Ranch 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Fresh, inviting raspberry, strawberry and tempered vanilla aromas set up a snappy, equally fresh palate of cherry and raspberry. There's no excess heft, beef, extract or color to this wine; it's restrained but not miserly. And it finishes crisp and flashy. Well made and likely good with food.",,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dolce Stefania 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-stefania-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Dolce Stefania 13,Red,France,"The local grapes Braucol and Duras give a juicy wine, with a firm backdrop of meaty tannins. The wine is fresh, light in character, with a violet perfume and rosemary herbal flavors finished with acidity and wood spice.",,14,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine des Terrisses 2007 Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terrisses-2007-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2007,Domaine des Terrisses 13,Red,France,"A big beefy version of Malbec, with chewy fruits, solid dry tannins. It is a firm wine, packed with black currants and cranberry juice, spiced up with nutmeg, vanilla and tense tannins.",,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2006 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2006-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château Haut-Monplaisir 14,Red,Spain,"Bold and chunky Ribera wine with black fruit aromas that don't tread lightly. The palate is lush and features a nice overall feel, while the flavors of berry fruit and chocolate hint at raisin but don't fully cross the threshhold. Heavier and darker than prior years. Drink now.",,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Comenge 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comenge-2006-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Comenge 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The 2008 Noemía wines all seem a little sedate and short compared to prior years. This wine is dark, crusty and tarry on the nose, with requisite black fruit and a slightly soupy quality. The palate is full and chewy, with medium-intensity black fruit and chocolate flavors. Finishes short, without much velocity.",J. Alberto Single Vineyard,45,88,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2008 J. Alberto Single Vineyard Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2008-j-alberto-single-vineyard-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Big and black, with aromas of tar, blackberry and black olive. The palate, however, is snappy and pleasantly fresh, with lively cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. Tight, balanced, competent and nice, with a smear of chocolate on the finish.",Reservado,16,88,Mendoza Province,San Carlos,,Carlos Basso 2008 Reservado Cabernet Sauvignon (San Carlos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2008-reservado-cabernet-sauvignon-san-carlos/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Carlos Basso 14,Red,Italy,"The inky color and lavish oak aromas announce high ambitions. Fortunately, the wine delivers, with luscious caramel and spice box aromas leading into a spicy, concentrated palate with a smattering of finely buffed tannins. Peppery, medium finish. A suave and lusty package. Drink now or lay down for a few years to allow the oak to integrate more fully.",Tre Vigne,19,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Vietti 2006 Tre Vigne (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2006-tre-vigne-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,Vietti 15.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied, lush and showing just a bit of alcoholic warmth, The Wild Ride features high-toned boysenberry fruit on the nose, a touch of herbal nuance and the slightest hint of raisined fruit on the palate. Drink this creamy-textured, superripe Shiraz over the next few years.",The Wild Ride,30,89,South Australia,Southern Flinders Ranges,,Tait Wines 2007 The Wild Ride Shiraz (Southern Flinders Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tait-wines-2007-wild-ride-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-southern-flinders-ranges/,Shiraz,2007,Tait Wines 14.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe, stout and concentrated on the bouquet, with cassis and lightly roasted berry aromas. Solid and tannic in the mouth, with full plum and cherry flavors. Finishes big and friendly, with a very mild herbal undertone and a slight dose of sauciness. Very nice RDD.",Crianza,27,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Matarromera 13.8,Red,US,"This is a big, powerful Zinfandel. It's very strong in blackberry, blueberry, cocoa and peppery spice flavors, and also very tannic and dry. A dramatic wine, it will do well with barbecue and heavily spiced beef dishes. Should develop bottle age through 2013 or so.",Ottomino Vineyard,32,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2006 Ottomino Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2006-ottomino-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Ottimino Vineyards 13,White,Spain,"Classic Verdejo that won't wow but will definitely get your palate going. Standard but clean grapefruit and gooseberry aromas lead to citric but balanced flavors of orange, grapefruit and pineapple. On the dot in terms of balance. Drink as soon as possible.",,11,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Montespina 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montespina-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Montespina 13.5,Red,Italy,"An impressive effort at this price point, the Briccotondo Barbera offers up an eclectic mix of herbs, scented soap, yuzu and citrus fruit leading into a concentrated, multilayered palate. Long, cherry-infused finish. Drink now to 2011.",Briccotondo,13,89,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Fontanafredda 2007 Briccotondo Barbera (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2007-briccotondo-barbera-piedmont/,Barbera,2007,Fontanafredda 12,White,US,"A really nice, dry wine that stimulates the mouth with crisp acidity, then offers waves of interesting, complex flavors. Lemons, limes and pineapples are accented with richer notes of papayas and honeysuckle, finishing in a swirl of spice. Good as an exotic alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",Silvaspoons Vineyards,15,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2008 Silvaspoons Vineyards Torrontés (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-silvaspoons-torrontes-central-valley-lodi/,Torrontés,2008,Fenestra 13,Red,Spain,"Coconut and vanilla aromas are squarely in the lead, but the nose's berry base is more than solid. Plump, round and showing good overall balance, with flavors of cola, dark fruit and coconut. A ripe, bulky crianza with plenty of leftover oak on the finish.",Selección Crianza,22,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 2006 Selección Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-2006-seleccion-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Ramirez de la Piscina 12.5,White,Spain,"Immediately this strikes you as true Verdejo from Rueda. It has pungency on the nose, with accents of cucumber and celery to the primary passion fruit, apricot and citrus aromas. Plenty of zing to it, and tastes of citrus and fresh green apples. Then tangerine and grapefruit carry the finish. Varietally correct.",,14,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Condesa Eylo 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-eylo-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Condesa Eylo ,White,US,"Strong in flavor, showing the ripeness and crispness of all Bjornstad's Chardonnays, with lemondrop, lime tart, vanilla and buttered toast flavors. Very good, but doesn't quite have the elegance and refinement of the vineyard bottlings.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bjornstad 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Bjornstad 14.5,Red,Australia,"Dark berries or plums, cedar and spice notes sum up the aromas and flavors you can expect from this Heathcote Shiraz. It's medium to full in body, and while it's not overly lush, neither is it overly lean—making it a balanced drink with moderate complexity. The firm finish suggests cellaring another year or two, or pairing it with grilled or roasted meats.",,30,88,Victoria,Heathcote,,Tar & Roses 2007 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tar-roses-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2007,Tar & Roses 14,Red,Spain,"Heavier and oakier than No. 12, and in our opinion not quite as balanced. The nose is rich, minty and raisiny, while the rock-solid palate has fierce tannic grip and flavors of black cherry, tomato and cola. Firm and composed on the finish, but a pounding heavyweight. Drink now thru 2012.",N° 18 Vendimia Seleccionada,45,88,Levante,Valencia,,Venta del Puerto 2006 N° 18 Vendimia Seleccionada Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-puerto-2006-n-18-vendimia-seleccionada-red-valencia/,Red Blend,2006,Venta del Puerto 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dense and gripping, this Nebbiolo d'Alba outdoes many Barolos. The complex nose shows blueberry notes and lifted aromas of perfumed soap. The palate is concentrated but in a closed state; leather and tar notes dominate but yield to refreshing blackberry flavors on the finish. Can be drunk now but several years aging will give the tannins a chance to soften and allow the palate to open up.",Valmaggiore,55,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Sandrone 2005 Valmaggiore (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2005-valmaggiore-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2005,Sandrone 14,Red,Argentina,"Spunky dark fruit aromas open the show, with leather, cheese and mocha coming in later. The palate is a little grabby and acidic, but the juicy flavors of plum, wild berry, citrus and cassis are good. Finishes with some bounce in its step due to full acidity, and overall it maintains freshness and zest. Malbec with smaller doses of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot.",Infinito,30,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sur de los Andes 2006 Infinito Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2006-infinito-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Sur de los Andes 13.5,White,France,"Only red wine can be made under the Cahors appellation, hence the Vin de Pays moniker for this white from Jean-Luc Baldès. It is rich, creamy, touched by apricots and ripe quince. It finishes softly, warmly, rather than crisply.",Clos Triguedina Le Sec du Clos,,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina Le Sec du Clos Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-le-sec-clos-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a powerful bully of a wine but a good value in the pricey Barolo category. Sweaty, masculine aromas lead to a concentrated palate framed by strapping tannins and flavors of black earth and violets. Medium finish. Give it a few years to grow up.",,16,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Veglio 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Veglio 15.7,Red,US,"Mazzocco's Zins are dependably superripe and high in alcohol. This '07 is a big, strong wine, offering flavors of blackberry and blueberry jam, spread onto buttered white toast and sprinkled with anisette. It's delicious and heady.",West Dry Creek,32,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 West Dry Creek Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-west-dry-creek-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco 14.9,Red,US,"Here's a dark, rich, ripe and full-bodied southern Rhône-style wine that personifies Paso Robles reds. A blend of Grenache and Syrah, it offers gobs of cherry pie filling, anise, bacon and peppery spices wrapped into soft tannins. Finishes a bit hot. Drink soon.",The 46,45,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Terry Hoage 2007 The 46 Grenache-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terry-hoage-2007-46-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache-Syrah,2007,Terry Hoage 13.5,Red,Spain,"Incognito deftly describes the unusual beet and blueberry aromas on this wine, which is a bit narrow and scracthy. On the plus side, it's concentrated and powerful, with bold berry flavors, tannic grip and herbal influences. Chunky on the finish but lacks the precision and identifiable Ribera del Duero character that a $75 wine should have.",,75,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Terra Incognita 2004 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-incognita-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Terra Incognita 14.4,Red,US,"Delicious and complex now, offering upfront waves of raspberry tart, cherry pie with the crust, vanilla, toast, cinnamon and cocoa flavors. The acidity is just fine. A bit keen and juvenile, but could develop bottle nuance in a year or two.",,42,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Segue 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segue-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Segue 14,Red,Italy,"Crisp and well-balanced, this Nebbiolo opens with youthful aromas of raspberry parfait and coffee ice cream with sweaty saddle undertones. Slightly drying tannins frame the multilayered palate while cherry tones dominate the medium finish. A year in the cellar will smooth out the rough-and-tumble mouthfeel.",Campe' della Spinetta,30,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,La Spinetta 2006 Campe' della Spinetta Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinetta-2006-campe-della-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,La Spinetta 14.8,Red,US,"A bit sharp, with the acidity giving a cutting mouthfeel to the cherry, cola, orange zest, anise and smoky sandalwood flavors. Yet it's nice and dry and silky, and two or three years in the bottle could provide resolution.",Windsor Oaks Vineyard,36,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kokomo 2007 Windsor Oaks Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-windsor-oaks-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kokomo 14,Red,Australia,"This well priced wine offers typical Shiraz aromas and flavors, ranging from cherries to black olives and weaving in some smoky and tarry accents. It's medium-bodied, with a plump feel but also a firmly tannic backbone that would serve it well alongside steak, chops or burgers.",,15,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Kiss Chasey 2008 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiss-chasey-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2008,Kiss Chasey 16,Red,US,"A big, soft, ultrarich style of Zinfandel. It has very high alcohol, with flamboyant flavors of milk chocolate, oozingly ripe blackberries and blueberries, anise liqueur and black pepper. The finish is totally dry. Lusty and heady.",Diane's Reserve,60,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Diane's Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-dianes-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wilson 14,Red,Italy,"Full and generous, this succulent Barbera d'Alba is a true crowd pleaser. The wine is soft but dense in texture and it offers compelling aromas of black cherry, smoke, mesquite and cola. Pair it with roast chicken or pork.",Tucci,23,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pelassa 2005 Tucci (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2005-tucci-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Pelassa ,Red,France,"A bold, fruity wine, the dry tannins at the heart of big generous dollops of black plums, ripe berry fruits and a solid structure. From old vineyards, this is pure fruit, very direct, concentrated.",Clos Triguedina La Chapelle du Clos,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina La Chapelle du Clos Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-chapelle-clos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès 14,Red,Italy,"Bright and impressive, this ambitious Barbera shows black and red raspberry upfront while cherry and chocolate dominate the palate. The slight grip at the end of the finish suggests this wine would pair well with grilled veal.",India,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,I Quaranta 2005 India (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-quaranta-2005-india-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2005,I Quaranta 13,Red,Australia,"De Bortoli winemaker Stephen Webber operates on a somewhat contrarian level, so this is not a soft cuddly Shiraz-Viognier loaded with apricot notes. Instead, it features savory, meaty aromas lifted by peppery elements and black olive, espresso and tart plum flavors. It's medium-bodied, firmly structured, and should age through at least 2020.",Estate Grown,36,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2007 Estate Grown Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2007-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2007,De Bortoli 14.5,Red,Australia,"It's not Clonakilla's top-of-the-line Shiraz-Viognier, but it's still darn good, and in its savory notes of tapenade, leather and peppery spice, it provides a nice alternative to common fruit-driven Shiraz. On the palate, this is beefy and potent, with some supporting blueberry fruit, a creamy texture and a long, spicy finish. Drink now-2020.",Hilltops,26,89,New South Wales,Hilltops,,Clonakilla 2006 Hilltops Shiraz (Hilltops),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clonakilla-2006-hilltops-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hilltops/,Shiraz,2006,Clonakilla 13.5,Red,US,"In youth this wine is marked by almost excessive acidity and dryness, the result of the cool vintage in this cool region. Its ageworthiness may be limited, but give it a year or so to allow the berry, currant, cola and oak flavors to develop bottle character.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée,33,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2007 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2007-grand-firepeak-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Baileyana 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of rose hips, tomato leaf, raisin and black cherry get this fuller-bodied Pinot going on its way to a chunky palate of ripe raspberry, plum and creamy oak. There's length and a smooth mouthfeel, and it avoids common New World pot holes like faux butter or popcorn-like flavors. Drink now.",Barda,22,89,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2008 Barda Pinot Noir (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2008-barda-pinot-noir-rio-negro-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bodega Chacra 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with floral, blueberry aromas, mineral notes and a spot of jammy candy. The palate is alert and well balanced, with grab and juicy flavors of raspberry and plum offset by a wave of buttery oak. Textured, full and satisfying on the finish. Very nice wine.",Crianza,27,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legaris 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legaris-2006-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2006,Legaris 14,Red,Argentina,"Round and saturated on the nose, with a baked, syrupy set of dark-fruit aromas. The palate is plump but offers proper acidity, and thus the flavors of cola, mocha and blackberry are round but balanced. Buttery oak comes up on the finish, and overall this is a tasty but somewhat regular high-end Malbec (with 34% Tempranillo).",Zeta,45,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2006 Zeta Malbec-Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2006-zeta-red-blend-malbec-tempranillo-mendoza/,Malbec-Tempranillo,2006,Zuccardi 14.5,Red,Australia,"A satisfying steak house red, Oliverhill's 2008 Red Silk doesn't have the intensity or complexity of the Jimmy Section or Mount Benson Shirazes, but still offers plums and vanilla, plenty of weight and richness and a delicate dustiness on the finish. Drink now-2016.",Red Silk,37,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Oliverhill 2008 Red Silk Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliverhill-2008-red-silk-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Oliverhill 13.3,Red,US,"Made in the crisp, lighter-bodied way that is Edna Valley Pinot Noir, this is an elegant wine to drink now and for a year or two. It has an angular structure housing cool-climate flavors of cherries, cola, herbs and sweet, smoky sandalwood.",El Pico,33,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2007 El Pico Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2007-el-pico-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Baileyana 13.5,Red,Australia,"The 2006 Art Series Shiraz isn't a powerful, intensely concentrated wine, but a pretty, elegant rendition of Shiraz. Cherry and cracked pepper aromas and flavors dominate, framed by soft, silky tannins. It makes for an easy drink with standout varietal character to be consumed over the next 5-6 years.",Art Series,35,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2006 Art Series Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2006-art-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2006,Leeuwin Estate 13.5,White,US,"This is a dry, crisp and very elegant Sauvignon Blanc. It shows savory flavors of lemons, limes and lemongrass, girded with a fine, structural minerality. Super-clean, it's a terrific partner to grilled shrimp, bruschetta with veggies and garlic, a ham sandwich, broiled chicken with rice, you name it.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ehret 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Briary berry aromas have a modest but welcome rooty, medicinal accent, while the palate is aggressive, ripe and offers the right framework for sweet berry and plum flavors. Pure and clean on the finish, with mocha and root beer notes. High-quality Malbec.",Grand Reserve,25,89,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2006 Grand Reserve Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2006-grand-reserve-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2006,Domaine Jean Bousquet 14.5,Red,Italy,Some lifted notes join tar and floral aromas on the nose while the concentrated palate shows intense earth and rose flavors in a frame of polished tannins. Mineral and tar flavors come through on the lingering finish. Best after 2010.,Liste,83,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2004 Liste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2004-liste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Damilano ,Red,Italy,Here is a rich and expressive Barolo (with fruit sourced from the celebrated Brunate Le Coste cru) that focuses squarely on fruit and floral aromas. There are tiny background shadings of clove and exotic spice that bring up the rear and the wine's mouthfeel is polished and tight.,Brunate Le Coste,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2005 Brunate Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2005-brunate-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giuseppe Rinaldi 14.9,Red,US,"Very good Dry Creek Zin, robust and dry and spicy. Really gets the tastebuds watering, with its tart flavors of sour cherry candy, red currants, blueberries, tart raisins and oodles of peppery spices. Drink this lusty wine with barbecue.",,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rued 2006 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rued-2006-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Rued 13.5,Red,Australia,"Leeuwin Estate hits the spot with its 2006 Siblings Shiraz, tailored for immediate consumption. It delivers bold aromas and flavors of cracked peppercorns and black cherries in a medium-bodied format framed by supple tannins that turn slightly dusty on the finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Siblings,20,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2006 Siblings Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2006-siblings-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2006,Leeuwin Estate 15.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off with deep, dark aromas of chocolate, licorice, cola and plum, then offers flavors of dates, chocolate and vanilla that fan out across the palate. Drink this full-bodied, softly textured Shiraz over the next few years.",,67,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shirvington 2007 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shirvington-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Shirvington 12.5,Red,Italy,"At three years of age, alluring developed notes of leather and mushroom dominate the nose, framed by intense plummy fruit. Crisp but well-integrated acidity backs up cherry cordial and chocolate flavors in the mouth that slide into a moderately long, cherry-berry finish. Drink up.",La Morosa,,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pier 2006 La Morosa (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pier-2006-morosa-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Pier 13,Red,France,"A rich, juicy, super-ripe wine, the fruit a powerhouse of dark flavors. In this welter of fruit, the tannin is just a sideshow, while the acidity brings a layer of freshness to the smoky character. It is still young, and needs 2–3 years.",La Perdrix,10,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2006 La Perdrix Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2006-perdrix-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Clos Troteligotte ,Red,Italy,"This is a solid Barolo with dense aromas of black cherry, licorice, mesquite wood and exotic spice. The wine's texture in the mouth is dense, concentrated and slightly gritty. Give this wine a few more years of cellar aging to relax those tight tannins.",Le Brunate,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Rinaldi 2005 Le Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-rinaldi-2005-le-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Francesco Rinaldi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made in a more oxidative (Piedmont-like) style than is typical for most Pinot Noirs, with high-toned notes of burnt cherries and citronella. The palate is chewy and weighty and leads to a serious, intense finish laced with notes of gardenia. Drinking well now.",,31,89,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Saracco 2006 Pinot Nero (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracco-2006-pinot-noir-nero-monferrato/,Pinot Nero,2006,Saracco 14,Red,Italy,"The heat-laden 2003 vintage has given this wine a more approachable acid and tannin structure than your average Barolo, but also a quirky collection of aromas, including tomato skin, fresh kindling and fried green tomatoes. Fruit spiciness and dusty rose notes weave through the fairly long finish. Drink or hold five years.",,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,San Biagio 2003 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2003-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,San Biagio 14.5,Red,Australia,"Deliciously fruity, this full-bodied Shiraz offers a big mouthful of flavor for the price, ranging from plums to mixed berries. The tannins are extremely supple, and the finish is long and a bit warm but nuanced, with hints of charred meat coming through. Drink now-2014.",Pillar Box Reserve,20,89,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2008 Pillar Box Reserve Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2008-pillar-box-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2008,Henry's Drive Vignerons 13,Red,Italy,"This tree-hugger's delight is organic, biodynamic and vegan. Gorgeous flowery high notes open the complex nose while leather notes well up on the palate. The long, crisp, finish shows appealing cherry and earth flavors. An appropriate choice with vegetable lasgna.",,25,89,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Cascina Zerbetta 2006 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-zerbetta-2006-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Zerbetta 14.5,Red,US,"This is a wine that wants a little time in the cellar. It has very rich, ripe, concentrated blackberry and cherry flavors, accented with bacon, smoky oak and black pepper. But it's tannic and the fruit is jammy. The parts simply haven't knit together. Give it 2–3 years.",Perli Vineyards,35,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,A Donkey and Goat 2007 Perli Vineyards Syrah (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2007-perli-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Syrah,2007,A Donkey and Goat 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Interesting Malbec with character and individuality. The nose is savory and smoky, with spice and floral aromas. Full and ripe in the mouth, where roasted black fruit, clove, spice and cola all make a showing. Textured and sizable late, with a coffee note to the finish. Drink now through 2011.",Malma Reserve,16,89,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2006 Malma Reserve Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2006-malma-reserve-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2006,Bodega NQN 15,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied, creamy-textured and amply concentrated, this is a warm, velvety offering from the Western Australian outpost of Mount Barker. Bold plum and berry flavors are framed by vanilla and velvety tannins. Drink now-2014.",Regional Series,22,89,Western Australia,Mount Barker,,Capel Vale 2007 Regional Series Shiraz (Mount Barker),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capel-vale-2007-regional-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mount-barker/,Shiraz,2007,Capel Vale 14.2,Red,Argentina,"One of Altocedro's better efforts starts with meaty, ripe, chunky black fruit aromas and a wave of mocha, cocoa and berry syrup. It's a creamy specimen but has enough acidity and vitality to not run flat. Mocha, carob and plum extend through the finish. Drink now.",Reserva,39,89,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Altocedro 2007 Reserva Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2007-reserva-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2007,Altocedro 14.5,Red,Australia,"Fully mature, this flavorful, authentic-tasting Shiraz features scents of toast, molasses and vanilla, followed up by flavors of tobacco and cassis on the palate. It's a bit coarsely textured, but assertive and would pair well with roast beef or lamb.",Drought Reserve,30,89,New South Wales,Western Plains,,Canonbah Bridge 2004 Drought Reserve Shiraz (Western Plains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canonbah-bridge-2004-drought-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-plains/,Shiraz,2004,Canonbah Bridge 14,Red,Italy,"Elegant in style, spicy in flavor, with a suave texture that attests to deft handling at the winery. Plenty of coconut, earth and salumeria tones on the medium finish. Open and drinking well now but needs a flavorful accompinament such as duck.",Cannubi San Lorenzo,75,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Camerano 2004 Cannubi San Lorenzo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camerano-2004-cannubi-san-lorenzo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Camerano 14.5,Red,Australia,"From 70-year-old vines, this medium-bodied wine starts off with aromas of red currants tinged with cinnamon and herbs, then shows a darker side on the palate, ranging into flavors of coffee, plum and boysenberry. It's creamy in texture, finshing with dusty persistence. Drink 2014-2020.",Blewitt Springs Vineyard Reserve Release Old Vine,39,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Cape Barren 2007 Blewitt Springs Vineyard Reserve Release Old Vine Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-barren-2007-blewitt-springs-vineyard-reserve-release-old-vine-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Cape Barren 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with warm, woody aromas that fold in molasses and maple along with mildly baked berry fruit. The palate is alert but balanced, with proper acidity pumping up cherry, plum and snappy berry flavors. Buttery notes and toffee warm the finish, which keeps its poise.",Q,20,89,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Zuccardi 2007 Q Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2007-q-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2007,Zuccardi 14,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz offers wonderful purity of fruit, ranging from blueberries to raspberries, just touched with hints of cracked pepper, cinnamon and toast. Atypically structured for a wine under $20, this medium-bodied example of Margaret River Shiraz should drink well from 2013-2023.",,18,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Xanadu 2007 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xanadu-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2007,Xanadu 14.5,Red,US,"A really good Cabernet that shows elegance and class, and this is a good price for it. Dry and rich in tannins, it has waves of blackberries, black currants, herbs, violets and smoky cedar, and is reminiscent of a good Bordeaux.",All Boys,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forth 2007 All Boys Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forth-2007-all-boys-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Forth 14,Red,Italy,This hearty red is in a charm-challenged state with chunky tannins dominating the raspberry fruit. The surprising concentration and long finish promise much however. Two years in the cellar will allow the fruit to open up and the tannins to fall in line.,Vigna Tecc,30,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2006 Vigna Tecc (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2006-vigna-tecc-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2006,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 14.5,Red,Australia,"The Dead Arm rarely wows this reviewer in our blind tastings, and while the 2007 is undeniably a very good wine, it shows a tart edge and a reined-in personality. Toast and vanilla frame cranberry and raspberry fruit, chocolate overtones and savory, meaty elements. Try it after 2015 and see if it has loosened up at all.",The Dead Arm,65,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Dead Arm Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-dead-arm-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,D'Arenberg 14.5,Red,Italy,"Lots of spice, leather and cherry character. Intense on the palate with mixed berry and violet flavors. Medium bodied, with fresh acidity on the medium finish and chewy tannins. Best after 2010.",Lecinquevigne,50,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2004 Lecinquevigne (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2004-lecinquevigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Damilano 16.4,Red,Australia,"Dense and fudge-like in consistency, with aromas and flavors of mocha, molasses and marinated beef. It's as if the fruit has been cooked down into an intense reduction, with even the acids magnified into tartness on the finish. At 16.4% alcohol, this is probably a better match with the cheese course than with a main.",Sophie's Garden,60,89,South Australia,Padthaway,,Two Hands 2007 Sophie's Garden Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-sophies-garden-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands 13.5,White,Spain,"Opens with sly, clean mineral and white fruit aromas that hook you into its lively but round palate of citrus, green melon and fresh herbs. There's plenty of fruit and acidity to keep it moving, and overall it's a Verdejo done right.",Old Vines,15,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Shaya 2008 Old Vines Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaya-2008-old-vines-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Shaya 15,Red,Australia,"Intensely toasty on the nose, along with powerful menthol notes that persist from start to finish. This full-bodied, almost syrupy-concentrated Shiraz features plums and blackberries that take on a slightly medicinal cast, finishing on a fresh, resiny note. Try after 2016.",The Armagh,175,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2006 The Armagh Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2006-the-armagh-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Jim Barry 14.1,Red,US,"A very nice Syrah that shows plenty of upscale character. While it's not as complex as the winery's vineyard-designated Syrahs, it shows a rich tannin structure and ripe blackberry, anise, chocolate and pepper flavors. Will drink well for the next couple years.",,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,A Donkey and Goat 2007 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2007,A Donkey and Goat ,Red,Italy,"This Preda Sarmassa cru Barolo promises to open and evolve with more time in the cellar (at least 10 years). At this point, the wine is still a bit closed and firm although the aromas are already showing pretty tones of fruit and blue flowers. The mouthfeel is polished but hard.",Preda Sarmassa,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2005 Preda Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2005-preda-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Virna Borgogno 14,Red,Italy,"We are big fans of Mauro Sebaste but found this vintage of his base Barolo to be slightly less charged and intense than previous years. You'll get characteristic aromas of wild fruit, cola and spice and the mouthfeel is drying, polished and long-lasting. Give this wine another five to 10 years of cellar aging.",Prapò,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Sebaste 2005 Prapò (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2005-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Mauro Sebaste 14,Red,Italy,"A serious contender with sophisticated notes of leather, barnyard and cedar wrapped up in toasty vanilla oak. A hint of char adds an edge to a streamlined palate infused with earth, mushroom and strawberry tones. A slight lack of persistence takes it out of the top flight. Fully mature, drink now.",Amistà,33,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Massimiliano Vivalda 2003 Amistà (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimiliano-vivalda-2003-amista-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2003,Massimiliano Vivalda 14.5,Red,Australia,"Marked by fragrant plum aromas, this silky-textured wine adds cherries, anise and vanilla to the mix on the palate. It's medium in body, but round, with a long, complex finish. A delicious Shiraz to drink over the next 2-3 years.",,16,89,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Rocky Gully 2007 Shiraz-Viognier (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocky-gully-2007-shiraz-syrah-viognier-frankland-river/,Shiraz-Viognier,2007,Rocky Gully 14.9,Red,Australia,"Fully ripe, easy-drinking Shiraz, offering a multitude of fruit nuances—plum, black cherry, blueberry—plus just a hint of tarriness. Tannins are silky and unobtrusive, making this a wine to drink now and over the next few years.",,15,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Layer Cake 2008 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/layer-cake-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2008,Layer Cake 13.5,Dessert,France,"Chenin Blanc as far south as Cahors is a rarity. But this wine works. It is fresh, packed with dried apricots, white figs, the crispest honey and vibrant acidity.",Clos Triguedina Le Moelleux du Clos,,89,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina Le Moelleux du Clos Chenin Blanc (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-le-moelleux-clos-chenin-blanc-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès 16.1,Red,Australia,"Like Spinal Tap, this wine turns the volume up to 11, packing in enough blueberry jam for breakfast on the Queen Mary II and enough cedary oak to build 100 saunas. It's undeniably powerful and intense, and embued with a lush, creamy texture; the only question is how it will evolve. Drink it now and stand your hair on end.",H.D. II,95,89,Victoria,Heathcote,,Heathcote Estate 2006 H.D. II Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathcote-estate-2006-hd-ii-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2006,Heathcote Estate 14.5,Red,US,"Feels awkward in the mouth now, with hard tannins and tart acids. However, it has an attractive richness of blackberries and cassis, enhanced with rich oak. It's a classically youthful Cabernet that should develop with 3–5 years in the bottle.",Reserve,95,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bennett Lane 13.5,Red,Spain,"A solid, serious Rioja reserva with licorice, leather, char and good berry aromas. The palate is juicy, pure and tastes of clean black cherry and cola flavors. Picks up steam as it opens up, and then finishes with a light butter streak and proper weight. No complaints; almost makes the upper echelon. Drink now through 2012.",Cosme Palacio y Hermanos Reserva,30,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2004 Cosme Palacio y Hermanos Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2004-cosme-hermanos-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Palacio 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a lighter, more elegant and accessible style, this is very fine and impressive Syrah, at a good price. Thoroughly dry and moderate in alcohol, it shows rich, smooth tannins that frame interesting flavors of blackberries, currants, sour cherry candy, tobacco, leather, crushed black pepper and smoky sandalwood. Ready now.",,21,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Robert Hall 14.5,Red,Australia,"Tapestry's style is to blend bold fruit with ample oak, and that's the case here, with plum and spice cake notes framed by toast and vanilla. This is a full-bodied, creamy-textured Shiraz, showing some warmth on the persistent, fruit-driven finish. Drink now-2020.",The Vincent,55,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2006 The Vincent Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2006-vincent-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2006,Tapestry 15.5,Red,Australia,"Water Wheel wines consistently deliver quality and value. The winery's 2007 Shiraz is made in a decadently supple, drink-now style with enough cocoa and mocha overtones to bring chocolate cake to mind. There's some cedar and spice complexity as well. Drink now-2013.",,18,90,Victoria,Bendigo,,Water Wheel 2007 Shiraz (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/water-wheel-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bendigo/,Shiraz,2007,Water Wheel 14.2,White,US,"There's a flowery note to this Chardonnay, which is dry, crisply acidic and strong in flavor in its youth. Brims with pineapple tart filling, Key lime pie, orange zest, honeysuckle, daffodil and smoky, vanilla-oak flavors, with a creamy, yeasty richness. Would benefit from greater restraint and subtlety, which may come after 3–5 years in the bottle. If you drink it now, give it a good decanting.",La Masía Don Miguel Vineyard,37,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 La Masía Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-masia-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Marimar Estate 13.5,Red,Australia,"Hunter Valley Shiraz is somewhat out of fashion here in the U.S., but this is an excellent example of the genre, one that can be taken home and enjoyed tonight. It starts with intense, smoky, pungent leathery aromas, and the fruit is more leathery than fruity in character, yet there's compelling complexity in this medium-bodied, silky-textured wine. Drink now-2015.",The Aunts,23,90,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Meerea Park 2005 The Aunts Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerea-park-2005-aunts-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Meerea Park 13.5,Red,Spain,"This wine gets it right. The color is dark and opaque, while the nose offers perfume, Middle Eastern spice, fruitcake and solid black fruit. Enticing in the mouth, where full black fruit flavors are pumped up by fine herb and spice notes. And then coffee and chocolate fill the finish. Drink now through 2010.",Jaros,35,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca El Quiñón 2006 Jaros (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-quinon-2006-jaros-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Finca El Quiñón 18,Port/Sherry,Australia,"Although this is fortified, it's not overly so, with the finished alcohol level resting around 18%. The result is a decadently sweet mash-up of brandy-macerated raspberries that turn chocolaty on the finish. Although it lacks the complexity, tannic grip and minerality of the best true Ports, it's a tasty drop nonetheless. Drink now-2025.",The Vintage Fortified,40,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2006 The Vintage Fortified Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2006-the-vintage-fortified-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2006,D'Arenberg 13.8,Red,US,"A classy Pinot Noir that shows the attributes of its vintage and origin. The grapes come from the cooler, southern part of Russian River Valley, and the wine displays brisk acidity and complex flavors of cherries, pomegranates and cola. It's young now, but dry and elegant, and should develop bottle complexity through 2013.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Chronicle 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronicle-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chronicle 13.5,Red,Spain,"A round, chewy wine with a nice mix of black fruit, vanilla, aged cheese and light balsam wood on the nose. The palate is big but doesn't bite back, and the flavors of creamy berry are broad and nice. A very solid wine with weight and heat; drink now through 2011.",Abadia de San Quirce Reserva,45,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Imperiales 2004 Abadia de San Quirce Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-imperiales-2004-abadia-san-quirce-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Imperiales 14.5,Red,US,"Dark, soft and delicious, this Syrah has extremely complex flavors. They range from blackberries and black currants to chocolate, anise, bacon, black pepper, violets, and an edge of smoky sandalwood. Drink this bone dry wine now.",Mesa Verde Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Brander 2008 Mesa Verde Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2008-mesa-verde-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Brander 14.2,Red,US,"Tannic and acidic now, with a bite-down mouthfeel, although the overall texture is nice and silky, and shows the elegance of Pinot Noir. Give it a few years in the cellar to let the black cherry, currant, anise and cedar flavors mellow and develop.",Oehlman Vineyard,37,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WesMar 2007 Oehlman Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2007-oehlman-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,WesMar 14,Red,Australia,"A terrific value, Plantagenet's 2006 Hazard Hill Shiraz is a silky, feminine-styled Shiraz that starts with smoky, slightly floral notes, then adds in peppery spice, delicate red berries and just a hint of chocolate before leaving your mouth watering on the finish. Drink now.",Hazard Hill,13,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2006 Hazard Hill Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2006-hazard-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2006,Plantagenet ,White,Spain,"A serious, oak-influenced Godello with smooth aromas of baked apple, wood resin, vanilla, spice and green melon. The palate has weight and fine acidity, so it's tight despite delivering a blast of oaky flavor. Alongside that resiny taste, there's green banana and peach notes. Fresh but woody; should age well for at least another 18 months.",,30,90,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Avanthia 2008 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanthia-2008-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2008,Avanthia 14,Red,Italy,"I Quaranta has succeeded in fashioning a thoroughly modern, lush style of wine from an eclectic blend of 60% Barbera and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Hints of mocha back up dense plum and strawberry fruit on the nose which give way to a refined palate showcasing highly polished tannins. A final kick of acidity adds freshness to the deep chocolate and cassis flavors that linger on the finish.",Velours,,90,Piedmont,Monferrato,,I Quaranta 2005 Velours Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-quaranta-2005-velours-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2005,I Quaranta 15.5,Red,Australia,"Plums, vanilla, toasty oak and a bit of chocolate fudge. The 2007 Angels Share features all of those flavors in a full-bodied, chewy Shiraz. The long, richly textured finish suggests pairing with grilled steak or lamb chops.",Angels Share,35,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Two Hands 2007 Angels Share Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-angels-share-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands 14.5,Red,US,"Grown on the estate in Oakville, this is a very tannic Cabernet. It's almost old-fashioned, a dark, full-bodied wine with earthy-herbal notes and a hard, astringent finish. There are complex flavors of blackberries, mocha, licorice, allspice, cloves, violets and cedar. Could do interesting things beyond 2011.",Estate Grown,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turnbull 2006 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2006-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Turnbull 14,Red,Italy,"Sexy notes of musk, earth and spice box lead to a palate chock full of cherry, strawberry, earth and tar flavors. Tannins are strapping and the finish is currently rather closed-in, suggesting cellaring to 2011 or later.",Marcenasco,55,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2004 Marcenasco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2004-marcenasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Renato Ratti 14.9,Red,US,"An interesting and very delicious Syrah that shows what Paso can do when it really tries. It's soft in acids, but rich and firm in tannins, offering ripe layers of blackberries, chocolate, violets, anise, cedar and tons of black pepper. Fine now, and should develop over the next 3–4 years.",Luna Matta Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sinor-LaVallee 2007 Luna Matta Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2007-luna-matta-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Sinor-LaVallee 14,Red,Italy,"Exotic and brawny, with an alluring nose of tar and licorice interlaced with violets and roses. Muscular tannins frame streamlined cherry fruit and earth tones in the mouth. Nicely persistent. Although not the most sophisticated of Barolos, Veglio offers solid value in the category. Best after 2013.",,30,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Veglio 2004 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2004-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Veglio 13.5,White,Spain,"An interesting, well-made wine with distinct barrel notes. There's woodspice, toast, vanilla and elegant white fruit on the nose, yet the palate maintains Verdejo's natural verve while offering flavors of cinnamon apple, spiced pear, banana and tropical fruit. Drier on the finish, with a nip of butterscotch.",Selección Personal,36,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Emina 2008 Selección Personal Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2008-seleccion-personal-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Emina 13.9,Red,Argentina,"A bright purple luster draws you in, and the nose is bright, clean, focused and full of wild blackberry. Balanced in the mouth, with size and tannin but plenty of acidity and fruit. Tastes of blackberry, vanilla cream, molasses and spice, and the finish brings it on home. Sincere and excellent for the price.",,14,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Don Miguel Gascón 13.5,Red,Italy,"Enchanting aromas of violets, perfume and mocha lead to a concentrated palate where muscular tannins provide a backdrop for cherry, raspberry and vanilla flavors. Raspberry and caramel flavors infuse the rich finish. Best after 2010.",Roncaglie,66,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Poderi Colla 2005 Roncaglie (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2005-roncaglie-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Poderi Colla 14,Red,Italy,"Plenty of leather, rose and vanilla from toasty French oak make for a very pretty opening. The full-bodied palate shows exuberant cherry and boysenberry flavors wrapped in a refined tannin structure. A modern expression that can be enjoyed now or laid down to await more complexity.",,64,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2004 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2004-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Pio Cesare 14.1,Red,US,"Very rich and ripe, with masses of cherries, red currants and mocha that finish thoroughly dry and spicy. Full-bodied, too, almost like Grenache. Quite good, but a bit ungainly in youth. Needs a few years in the bottle. 2010–2013.",Limited Selection,48,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2007 Limited Selection Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2007-limited-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gainey ,Red,Italy,"An historic estate with an enviable winemaking past, Francesco Rinaldi is one of those wineries that sets the bar for everyone else. Its Cannubbio cru expression of Barolo shows deeply characteristic notes of wild berries, licorice and cola. The wine follows through to the palate with clarity, density and brightness. Drink after 2015.",Cannubbio,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Rinaldi 2005 Cannubbio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-rinaldi-2005-cannubbio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Francesco Rinaldi 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Lagarde regularly makes consistent, true wines and this Cab is compact, solid and smooth, with spice and a lot of berry fruit on the nose. Refined, deep and pure on the palate, with blackberry, marzipan and licorice flavors. Very nice Argentine Cabernet for the money. Drink now into 2011.",Reserva,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lagarde 14.5,Red,Australia,"Like most Tapestry offerings, this wine shows plenty of cedary and cinnamon-like oak, but the soft plum and blackberry fruit serve to provide balance. It's full and creamy-textured in the mouth, then finishes with some warmth and a burst of tart acidity for balance. Drink now-2017.",,27,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2007 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Tapestry 14,Red,Australia,"Roasted meat, floral notes, peppery spice...sounds rather nice. Add in silky tannins, hints of coffee and blueberry and a long finish, and you have a pretty wine at a realistic price. Drink now-2014.",,18,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2006 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2006,West Cape Howe 14,Red,Spain,"Pine needle, cedar plank and forest floor define the mature nose, while the full, grabby, tannic palate is loaded with likable cola, black fruit and chocolate flavors. Ripe, pure, rich and tannic, with some bite, burn and ruggedness. Drinkable now but needs food to cut the tannins.",Prestigio,25,90,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Val de Los Frailes 2003 Prestigio Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2003-prestigio-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2003,Val de Los Frailes 15,Red,US,"Not drinkable now or anytime soon, due to the tannins. Scours the mouth with a hard astringency, like the Cabernets of a generation or two ago. There are rich, ripe flavors of blackberries and currants swimming below those depths, as well as lots of sweet, smoky oak. But you'd need a crystal ball to know what this Bordeaux blend will do in 10 or 15 years.",Black Label Estate Grown,100,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2005 Black Label Estate Grown Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2005-black-label-estate-grown-red-napa-oakville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Turnbull 14.5,Red,US,"Shows all the Zinny character you could want, with masses of wild forest berries, sweet red currants, licorice, bacon, smoky sandalwood and peppery spices. The pedigree comes in the dryness and the fine balance of tannins, acids and oak. A first-rate, upscale Zin.",Truchard Vineyard,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Z-52 2006 Truchard Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/z-52-2006-truchard-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Z-52 15,Red,Australia,"From an ancient vineyard, this full-bodied, slighly dusty-textured Shiraz boasts attractive scents of mixed berries, but also a slightly tarry note. Flavors run in a similar vein, adding in hints of espresso and vanilla, while the finish develops an ever so slightly gritty, bitter note. Hope that mellows with age and stow this away until 2014.",Attunga 1865,235,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2006 Attunga 1865 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2006-attunga-1865-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Kilikanoon 14.5,Red,US,"Still strong and jammy at the age of four-plus, with fresh blackberry, black currant and spicy oak flavors brightened with zingy acidity. It's a distinctly New World wine, and a very good one, but it needs a year or three in the cellar to mellow and resolve.",Meyer Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2005 Meyer Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2005-meyer-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hestan 14.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off dark and a bit brooding, with aromas of plum, espresso and black olive, but shows hints of brighter fruit elements on the palate. Mouthfilling but dry on the finish, this is still very young; decant if serving now, or try 2013-2020.",The Laughing Magpie,29,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Laughing Magpie Shiraz-Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-laughing-magpie-shiraz-syrah-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,D'Arenberg 14.5,Red,Australia,"Not a typically fruit-driven Shiraz, Longview's 2007 Yakka boasts pungent scents of smoke, leather and marinated beef, then delivers earthy, meaty flavors. It's full in the mouth, with a creamy texture that turns chewier on the finish—perfect alongside rare beef or lamb. Drink now-2018.",Yakka,25,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Longview 2007 Yakka Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2007-yakka-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2007,Longview 13.5,Red,US,"This seems to be a bottling of some of the best blocks from the winery's Firepeak estate vineyard. Although it's modest in alcohol and quite acidic, it's richer and deeper than Baileyana's El Pico Pinot, with waves of cherries, cola, rhubarb and spice. Should develop bottle complexity over the next 3–5 years.",S-bar,50,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2007 S-bar Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2007-s-bar-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Baileyana 14.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's least acccessible 2008 Syrah. It's too tannic and acidic to be properly appreciated, although decanting will help to unleash the massive blackberry, black currant and chocolate flavors. Cellar it through 2010 if you can.",Colson Canyon Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Brander 2008 Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2008-colson-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Brander ,Red,Italy,"The Anselma family is committed to producing only great Barolo and nothing else. This vintage of its prized product offers beautiful hints of blue flowers and wild berries followed by herbal overtones. In the mouth, it tastes rich and fresh, silky and smooth.",Famiglia Anselma,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Anselma 2005 Famiglia Anselma (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselma-2005-famiglia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Anselma 13.5,Red,France,"Dominated by Merlot, but with sizable chunks of other Bordeaux grapes, this is finely polished, wood-aged wine. It has perfumed spice and dry tannins from the wood. The fruit balances well, showing wild blackberry and licorice. Age for 2–3 years.",,21,90,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château les Tours des Verdots 2006 Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tours-verdots-2006-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château les Tours des Verdots 13.5,Red,Australia,"Truth be told, the difference in quality between this wine and the $125 Graveyard Vineyard bottling doesn't appear that great, so savvy consumers should jump on this Shiraz, which offers leather, coffee and roasted meat complexity allied to medium body, a creamy texture and a long, firmly structured finish. Drink 2015-2025.",,36,90,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Brokenwood 2007 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Brokenwood 14,Red,Spain,"An attractive, ripe wine that pushes up against raisiny but then draws back to focus on blackberry, licorice and other dark aromas and flavors. Very good weight and mouthfeel, with nice balance supporting ripe berry, cola and mild chocolate flavors. Finishes lush and warm. Drink now through 2011.",Crianza,30,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2005-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Finca Torremilanos 14,Red,Italy,"This wine announces its modern intentions with polished opening notes of vanilla, caramel and coffee from aging in small French oak barrels. The intense palate shows cherry and boysenberry fruit which lead into a long, very complex finish. Will gain more complexity with a few years in the cellar but may be drunk now for the appeal of its youthful fruit.",,21,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 2007 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Pio Cesare 13.5,Red,Italy,"A sinewy wine that begins with fruits de bois and chocolate, bolstered by cherry notes on the palate and just the faintest splash of tannin. The lovely plum-infused finish goes on and on. Drink with the best wood-burning oven pizza.",Fides,38,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 2006 Fides (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2006-fides-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Pio Cesare ,Red,Italy,"With 70 hectares of vines and many generations of family management, Piazzo Armando is a steady and consistent producer of Barolo and other traditional wines of the Langhe. This is the winery's top product and its quality shows thanks to delicate aromas of wild cherries, light cinnamon and pressed blue flowers.",,40,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Piazzo Armando 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Piazzo Armando ,Red,Italy,"Rocche dell'Annunziata is one of the best cru sites of the La Morra fraction. This wine is aged in large oak casks (instead of smaller oak barrique) to emphasize the natural beauty of the fruit. You'll get aromas of forest berries, dark cola and chopped mint. The mouthfeel is tonic, fresh and very long-lasting.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocche Costamagna 2005 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2005-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Rocche Costamagna 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Purple in color, with ripe, meaty, earthy aromas mixed with herbs, exotic berry fruit scents and vanilla. This is feisty and full-bodied Pinot with integrated plum, blueberry and well-applied oak. It's a little more citrusy and zesty than in previous vintages, and definitely a heavier style than its Cincuenta y Cinco counterpart, which will allow it to age for another four to seven years.",Treinta y Dos,150,90,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Chacra 2008 Treinta y Dos Pinot Noir (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2008-treinta-pinot-noir-rio-negro-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bodega Chacra 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a lot going on here, with a profusion of black fruit flavors underscored by an edgy ash note. The complex palate shows green olive flavors layered with blueberry pie and just the faintest hint of tannin. Tannery shop tones chime in on the finish. Drink now to 2010.",Asia,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,I Quaranta 2006 Asia (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-quaranta-2006-asia-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2006,I Quaranta 15,Red,Australia,"Leads off with effusive blueberry aromas tinged with stone fruit, then delivers plenty of bold, primary fruit on the palate. There's a touch of Raisinets, too, along with supple tannins and a lipsmacking finish. Easy drinking for lovers of superripe fruit over the next 2-3 years.",Mad Russian,20,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Nova Vita 2008 Mad Russian Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nova-vita-2008-mad-russian-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2008,Nova Vita 14,Red,Italy,"Deftly balanced and juicy, with mineral notes underlying ripe boysenberry fruit. Loads of black cherry and cedar flavors slide into a rich finish with a burst of vanilla. Serve now with a piatti di salumi.",Scarrone,47,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Vietti 2006 Scarrone (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2006-scarrone-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Vietti 14.2,Red,US,"A nervy young wine, marked by fruity acidity and primary flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, cocoa and spices, wrapped into strong tannins. A bit rude now, but with the balanced integrity to develop over the next 2–4 years.",Summers Ranch,30,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 2007 Summers Ranch Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2007-ranch-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,2007,Summers 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with rich, broad, semiroasted aromas of black fruit, rubber and earth. The palate is basic and mildly tannic, with black plum, baked berry and mild herbal flavors. Has a syrupy profile on one hand, but tannic bite keeps it on course. Tastes good as it gets the job done.",Malma,13,87,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2007 Malma Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2007-malma-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2007,Bodega NQN 14,Red,Argentina,"Quite the woody wine, with aromas of sawmill, cracked pepper, black licorice and dark fruit. The palate has a healthy feel to it, with integrated acidity that props up the oak-infused wild berry and herb flavors that dominate. Finishes with another wave of spicy, raw oak.",Barrancas Vineyards Reserve,24,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2008 Barrancas Vineyards Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2008-barrancas-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Pascual Toso 13,Red,US,"This Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Syrah blend starts with a sultry wave of juicy plum, smoke, pepper and cherry. On the palate, it's full-bodied with flavors of cherry, currant, plum and clove. A brooding, unfolding wine perfect for a fireside sip.",Red Table Wine,21,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bouké 2007 Red Table Wine Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouke-2007-red-table-wine-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2007,Bouké 13.5,Red,US,"Shows the high acidity, cherry flavors, silky texture and dryness you expect from this variety. It's not an especially complex wine, but a good, sound one that needs rich oils, cheeses and meats to balance the tartness.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2007 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2007-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2007,Valley of the Moon 14,Red,Spain,"Lean, focused cherry and raspberry aromas properly portend a snappy, fresh, edgy palate of semitart red plum and raspberry flavors. Buttery oak brings some softness, while the finish is a bit hot and high in acid. More traditional in style than modern.",Crianza,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Luis Cañas 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-canas-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Luis Cañas 13.5,Red,Italy,"An unfussy nose of rapberries and grape jam leads to a crisp, juicy palate that finishes with appealing blackberry flavors. The lack of tannin makes this smooth example a good choice for pasta in a tomato sauce.",Quattro Fratelli,25,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Boroli 2006 Quattro Fratelli (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boroli-2006-quattro-fratelli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Boroli 13.9,Red,US,"Black cherry, mocha and pepper lead on this easy-drinking red from Chaddsford. On the palate, soft cherry fruit, cedar spice and chocolate give the wine a luscious edge. Pair with Mexican mole, spiced ribs or pasta.",,19,86,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-pennsylvania/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chaddsford 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, friendly berry aromas are good sbecause they don't overpower, and although the mouth is chunky and a little tannic and rubbery, the flavors are deep and ripe. Tarry and dark on the finish, with typical Bonarda weight.",Oak,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Estirpe Tonbert 2007 Oak Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estirpe-tonbert-2007-oak-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2007,Estirpe Tonbert 13,Rose,France,"A wine that is rounded, fresh but with some weight, giving ripe strawberry and crisp acidity at the same time. There is some softness, but the wine is very dry, obviously a food wine.",,12,86,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bellevue la Forêt 2008 Rosé (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-foret-2008-rose-fronton/,Rosé,2008,Château Bellevue la Forêt 13,Red,Italy,"Crisp and light on its feet, this easy-drinker serves up exotic aromas of ginger backed by raspberry jam, tobacco and strawberry liqueur flavors that show just a bit of persistence. Very impressive for the price. With nonexistent tannin, this wine would be a perfect choice for pizza night.",,10,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Duchessa Lia 2007 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duchessa-lia-2007-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2007,Duchessa Lia 14.2,White,US,"Good structure on this 100% Sauvignon Blanc, with crisp acidity and even some nice, dusty tannins. But the pineapple, Meyer lemon and lime flavors are too sugary sweet for a dry table wine.",Soliloquy Vineyard,20,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Flora Springs 2008 Soliloquy Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-soliloquy-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Flora Springs 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Reddish in color, with raspberry and other high-toned aromas. The palate is fleshy but clean, with good acidity pushing slightly sweet cherry and raspberry flavors. Finishes with sugar and a good mouthfeel. Gets the job done.",Rosado,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ilurce 2008 Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilurce-2008-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2008,Ilurce 14,White,Argentina,"A little toasty but not too much, with apple, pear and other standard New World aromas. The palate is smooth, tropical and easygoing, with buttery, warm flavors of melon and apple. Holds it together on the finish.",Premium,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Piattelli 2008 Premium Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2008-premium-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Piattelli 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is 85% Shiraz, with the balance being Petit Verdot, Viognier, Tinta Cão, Grenache, Tempranillo and Mourvèdre. The result is a pleasant, slightly woody wine, with blackberry, cola and cedar aromas and flavors. Tart and slightly astringent on the finish, so it will do well paired with fattier cuts of red meat.",The Love Grass,19,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Love Grass Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-love-grass-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,D'Arenberg 12.5,White,Spain,"A consistent wine from year to year that's made in a friendly, mass-appeal style. It's not so pungent and citrusy like some Verdejo; instead it's more peachy, sweet and melony. Soft on the finish but with just enough acidity to get it through the year.",,10,85,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Tapeña 2008 Verdejo (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapena-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-tierra-castilla/,Verdejo,2008,Tapeña 14.9,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend has some sharp edges. It's slightly unripe, with green wintergreen notes that lend a tartness to the blackberry and smoky oak flavors. Doesn't seem likely to improve in the bottle.",Estate Blend Private Reserve,65,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2005 Estate Blend Private Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2005-estate-blend-private-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Sodaro 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and full-bodied, a sound, everyday red wine that will be versatile at the table. Shows a good array of blackberry, cherry, currant and oak flavors, wrapped into firm tannins.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2007 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Smoking Loon 14,Red,Australia,"A solid effort in the everyday category, with plummy fruit marked by touches of rhubarb and asphalt. The wine's best feature may be its plump, tender texture; it does turn tart on the finish. Drink now.",,11,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,The Wishing Tree 2007 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wishing-tree-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2007,The Wishing Tree 14,Red,US,"An awkward wine, tough and gritty in tannins, with green, mint tea flavors alongside the cherries and cola. Good, but lacks charm and richness. Drink now.",Reserve,32,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Manzanita Creek 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzanita-creek-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Manzanita Creek 12,White,US,"This refreshing Chardonnay entices with aromas of tropical fruit, citrus and fresh white flowers. The crisp style smacks of grapefruit and lemon, but it's well rounded. Food-friendly, the wine will pair well with seafood, chicken and spicy cuisine.",,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Lucas Vineyards 14.3,White,US,"Fruity and very acidic, with jammy flavors of limes and tart green apples. It's a dry, streamlined wine with some resemblance to Pinot Grigio.",,19,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2008 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2008-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2008,Lucas & Lewellen 14.2,White,US,"Tasty and rich, this unoaked Chardonnay is very ripe and crisp, with vanilla and honey touches to the candied lemondrop, pineapple and honeysuckle flavors. Drink now.",,22,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Rivino 2008 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivino-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2008,Rivino 14.8,Red,US,"Somewhat sharp in acids and tannins, with a streak of green mint that weakens the blackberry and cherry flavors. Good structure, but a bit unripe and unbalanced, and not likely to age.",Felicity,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2005 Felicity Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2005-felicity-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Sodaro 14,Red,Argentina,"A grabby wine with earthy/mulchy aromas, licorice and prune aromas. The palate has a balsamic character to the black cherry and dark plum flavors, and the finish is more of the same. Solid enough but it doesn't vary much or improve along the way.",,15,85,Other,Neuquén,,Valle Perdido 2006 Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-perdido-2006-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2006,Valle Perdido 13.6,White,Argentina,"Sweet it is, but given the price it is good wine with mass appeal. Apple, pear and mellow citrus aromas and flavors feature zero funk or mealy character, and the finish offers a dab of butterscotch. Shows mild residual sugar but many consumers will like that.",Elsa,9,85,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2008 Elsa Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2008-elsa-chardonnay-san-rafael/,Chardonnay,2008,Valentín Bianchi 12,White,Italy,"The Black label is the flagship of La Scolca; it is a more harmonious wine than the regular bottling, without its edginess. The nose is reticent, a touch of apple and vanilla, expanding into a rich seamless palate, but like its sibling, is marred by its finish, which is a little short.",Black Label,46,85,Piedmont,Gavi,,La Scolca 2004 Black Label (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2004-black-label-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2004,La Scolca 14,Red,Australia,"A simple, fruity quaffer, this is almost confected in its rush of red currants and cherries, yet stays balanced thanks to crisp acidity and a clean, fresh finish. Drink it over the next year or two.",Next of Kin,13,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Xanadu 2007 Next of Kin Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xanadu-2007-next-kin-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2007,Xanadu 13.2,Red,US,"Here's a good, dry, affordable Merlot that offers plenty of everyday pleasure. It's medium-bodied and crisp, with flavors of cherries and mocha that finish in a scour of tannins and spice.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2007 Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2007-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2007,Muirwood 13,Red,US,"Blueberry, blackberry and cherry on the nose are followed by integrated but sophisticated flavors of cherry, dark fruit and spice. A friendly, elegant wine with some aging potential; pair with venison, beef.",Reserve,25,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Keuka Spring 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich and ripe, a big, somewhat rustic wine that explodes in the mouth with the flavors of cherries, red currants, cocoa and sandalwood. The texture is silky, the finish dry. Drink this charming wine with rich beef dishes.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2007 Dolcetto (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Dolcetto,2007,Mosby 14,Red,Spain,"An unusual wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Syrah and Merlot. It's floral but underdeveloped, with volatility and stunted fruit. The palate has punch and size but also saucy, herbal flavors and a leathery, salinic finish. Shows flashes but it doesn't dance in the mouth.",Leva Daniel's,42,85,Levante,Alicante,,Joaquín Gálvez Bauzá 2006 Leva Daniel's Red (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joaquin-galvez-bauza-2006-leva-daniels-red-alicante/,Red Blend,2006,Joaquín Gálvez Bauzá 13.5,White,Argentina,"Roll out the barrel as far as aromas go; it's got a lot of toast and popcorn. The palate is creamy and smooth, with apple, peach and a fairly high level of sweetness. Regular on the finish, with some leftover popcorn and spiced apple.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Alamos 15,White,US,"Made in a very fruity style, with upfront, sweet pineapple, peach, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. Acidity provides some cleansing balance to the flamboyant richness.",Halter Ranch Vineyard,24,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Halter Ranch 2008 Halter Ranch Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/halter-ranch-2008-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2008,Halter Ranch 13,White,Spain,"A little dusty and spicy on the nose, with pear and apple checking in. The palate has spritz and acidity, while the flavors run sweet with ripe apple, pineapple and tropical fruit. Tastes like orange candy on the finish, with a sugary lasting impression. Good but needs more balance and harmony.",Capricho Val de Paxariñas,24,85,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2008 Capricho Val de Paxariñas Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2008-capricho-val-paxarinas-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2008,Gancedo 12.5,White,Canada,"Citrus and pear on the nose and palate comprise this friendly Riesling. It's spicy with a combination of pear, lemon and apple on the palate. Simple but food-friendly. Pair with creamy cheeses or Asian dishes.",,13,85,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Château des Charmes 2007 Riesling (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-charmes-2007-riesling-niagara-lake/,Riesling,2007,Château des Charmes 13.5,Red,Spain,"Warm, baked aromas smell of clay and raisin, and later a wave of minty green enters the picture. The palate is sort of lean, with some holes in the fabric, while flavors of wild berry and black fruits fold in a heavier note of molasses. Limited in its virtues; short in complexity.",,25,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Conde de San Cristóbal 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-san-cristobal-2006-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2006,Conde de San Cristóbal 15.2,Red,US,"Soft and fruity, a gently tannic, easy and slightly sweet Zinfandel to drink now with barbecue and beef tacos. It's filled with jammy blackberries, cherries, black raspberries, chocolate and spices.",Ellie's Old Vine Vineyard,32,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Ellie's Old Vine Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-ellies-old-vine-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wilson 13,Rose,Spain,"An improvement from recent years, but that may be a reflection of when we're tasting the wine. At this point in time it's showing dusty plum and raspberry aromas and good body weight. The flavors of raspberry and cherry are solid, while the finish is cleansing. Beyond palatable; it's really a nice rosé from Tempranillo.",Rosado,12,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Vilano 2008 Rosado Tempranillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vilano-2008-rosado-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña Vilano 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry and peppery-spicy, with firm tannins. Shows juvenile, primary fruit flavors of cherries, blackberries and dark, unsweetened baker's chocolate. Could gain some elegance with a year or so in the bottle.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Scheid 2006 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scheid-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2006,Scheid 14.6,Red,US,"Shows the hard, bigtime tannins of this important mountain appellation and also its tightly wound blackberry and currant flavors, with their dusting of herbs. Marred by a slightly unripe streak of vegetable, and not likely to improve with age.",Wall Vineyard,75,86,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Sbragia 2006 Wall Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2006-wall-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sbragia 12.5,Red,Italy,"Really charming, with a nose of green plums, red berries and earth that jumps out of the glass and curls up in your lap. The palate is lacking a bit in intensity but makes up for it with iresistable cassis flavor followed by fresh-roasted coffee. The bracing acidity would be well matched by a cheese-laden dish such as lasagna. Drink now to one year.",,9,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Veglio 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Veglio 13,White,US,"Brisk and sprightly, with keen acidity that makes the mouth water. The basic flavors suggest ripe Meyer lemons, pineapples, Key lime pie, spicy Asian pear, vanilla and honeysuckle. A good, rich crowd pleaser at an affordable price.",Oak Free,12,86,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2008 Oak Free Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2008-oak-free-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Round Hill 13.5,Red,US,"This red has a fruity, jammy nose with a peppery kick. On the palate it's a mixture of spicebox, cherry, coffee and pepper. Approachable and well made—a good everyday drinking red.",Campania Rosso,30,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2006 Campania Rosso Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2006-campania-rosso-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2006,Waters Crest 14,Red,Australia,"Dark and earthy, with modest plum fruit framed by ample vanilla. The wood tannins come on strong on the tart finish, but don't hold onto it expecting positive evolution; pair it with foods that will work with the astringency, like rare steak or burgers off the grill.",,14,86,New South Wales,Western Plains,,Ram's Leap 2007 Shiraz (Western Plains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rams-leap-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-plains/,Shiraz,2007,Ram's Leap 13.5,Red,Italy,"Crafted from an intriguing blend of Nebbiolo, Barbera and Petit Verdot, this Langhe blend delivers dense, forward fruit in a compact structure with firm tannins and luscious blackberry fruit. Moderate finish. Drink now or cellar for a year.",Asnas Estate Selection Rosso,,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Pier 2007 Asnas Estate Selection Rosso Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pier-2007-asnas-estate-selection-rosso-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pier 14,Red,Italy,"This is a plush and upfront wine that offers succulent aromas of cherry, black fruit and plum. It glides clean down the palate thanks to its thick density and soft, smooth texture. The wine has the pulp and density to pair with most winter foods.",,14,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pelassa 2005 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2005-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Pelassa 14.5,Red,US,"There's a musty aroma to this wine that detracts, and the blackberry and spice flavors taste tamped down. It's also very tannic, and might blossom in a year or so.",Especial,40,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2007 Especial Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2007-especial-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Peachy Canyon 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine gives the impression of having been pushed just a bit too far, with a nose and palate dominated by vanilla and mocha notes imparted by small oak barrels. Nonetheless, black cherry and strawberry flavors manage to peek through on the palate, supporte by a cushion of lush tannins. A bright cherry note makes for a nice finish.",Ciabot Camerano,20,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marcarini 2006 Ciabot Camerano (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2006-ciabot-camerano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Marcarini 13.5,White,Argentina,"Floral, oily aromas are offset by the scents of lychee and lime. The palate is tropical and tasty, with peach, lychee and persistent freshness. It's getting a little heavy and lazy at this point in its development, but it's an honest reflection of northern Argentinean Torrontés.",Urban Uco,11,86,Other,Cafayate,,O. Fournier 2008 Urban Uco Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-urban-uco-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2008,O. Fournier 12.5,Red,US,"Currant, cola, spice and cherry lead this layered Cab from Delfosse. It's an approachable style but with added character: cinnamon spice, tobacco and black cherry on the palate is integrated and smooth. An elegant wine with ageable chops.",,24,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Delfosse 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delfosse-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-monticello/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Delfosse 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark purple in color, with can't-miss aromas of prune and raisin. The palate is predictably soft, with manageable heft but low acidity and thus very soft edges. Flavors of baked black fruits are warm but short, and the oak is plentiful. A little too ripe and raisiny to rate higher.",Predicador,37,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Benjamin Romeo 2006 Predicador (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-romeo-2006-predicador-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Benjamin Romeo 14.9,White,US,"Made in the California style, with very ripe pineapple and apple fruit, elaborated by French oak barrels, malolactic fermentation and sur lie aging. The result will appeal to many, even if it's a bit obvious and direct.",October Night Vineyard,25,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2006 October Night Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2006-october-night-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2006,J. Lohr 13,Rose,France,"Subtitled Vin de Lune, moon wine, because the grapes were harvested at night. That has allowed the wine to preserve its freshness with lively acidity and fresh red currant flavors.",Clos Triguedina Le Rosé du Clos,,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina Le Rosé du Clos Malbec (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-le-rose-clos-malbec-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Malbec,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with tight black cherry and raspberry aromas, but also a whiff of pine and chemical. The palate is round, full and tannic, with snappy berry flavors accented by balasmic notes, oak resin and vanilla. Finishes with traditional vanilla-dill notes and a slight stemminess.",Crianza,23,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Abadía la Arroyada 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-arroyada-2005-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Abadía la Arroyada 14,Red,Australia,"A pleasant, medium-bodied Shiraz that features piles of ripe berries alongside a touch of rhubarb-like herbaceousness. Reasonably concentrated and long; turns crisp on the finish.",,15,86,South Australia,South Australia,,2 Up 2008 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2-up-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2008,2 Up 14.5,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied wine leans strongly toward the red side of the fruit spectrum, offering aromas and flavors that range from red currants and raspberries to a hint of rhubarb and a touch of cinnamon. It could be a bit longer on the finish, but it's a solid effort overall.",Native Goose,29,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Cape Barren 2007 Native Goose Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-barren-2007-native-goose-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Cape Barren 15.8,Red,US,"Dry, soft and simple, with pleasant flavors of grilled cherries, raspberries, cola, red licorice, red currants and smoky oak. The texture is nice and silky. Drink now.",,32,86,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2007 Pinot Noir (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-york-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2007,Calcareous 13.8,Red,US,"Appealing aromas of cherry, mocha and cinnamon lead on this balanced blend from Miles. On the palate, red berry and spice play against each other in an elegant dance. Friendly but poised.",Milestone Cabernet Franc-Merlot,30,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Miles 2002 Milestone Cabernet Franc-Merlot Red (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-2002-milestone-cabernet-franc-merlot-red-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Miles 7,Sparkling,Italy,"This Moscato is a great value, a perfect opening for a big party. Made in a subtle, lightly sweet style, with sophisticated gardenia and white flower scents on the nose. A jazzy midpalate mineral note contributes some edge, while the elegant finish trails off into intriguing notes of fresh ginger and roasted pineapple. Drink up, no reason to age.",Pitulé,13,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Neirano 2008 Pitulé (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neirano-2008-pitule-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2008,Neirano 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Fontanafredda's Moscato d'Asti is a cut above its competitors, with intense orange, grape and pear aromas that lead into a palate of white grapes and ground cherries. The medium finish is intensely sweet but an underlying freshness saves it from being cloying. Drink with a plate of mixed fruit.",Moncucco,13,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Fontanafredda 2007 Moncucco (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2007-moncucco-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2007,Fontanafredda 15.1,Red,US,"A dry, tannic and severe Syrah. It's tart and sandpapery in the mouth, with a scoury mouthfeel, and although you'll find some cherries and currants, there's not enough richness to counterbalance the toughness.",Paradise Road,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jalama 2006 Paradise Road Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jalama-2006-paradise-road-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,Jalama 13,White,Spain,"Grassy and pungent, with lime, citrus and white pepper on the nose. Tangy and simple across the palate, with basic pineapple and passion fruit flavors. Good but thins out on the finish, leaving leftover acidity.",,15,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Mania 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mania-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Mania 15.5,Red,US,"Ungainly, with stiff, puckery tannins giving a hard astringency, and unintegrated oak sticking out. Somewhere inbetween are modest cherry, anise and herb flavors. Pretty good, but not likely to go anywhere, so drink now.",Estate Grown,35,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2006 Estate Grown Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2006-estate-grown-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2006,Turnbull 13.5,White,US,"Sweet, spicy and floral aromas start this stylish Viognier from Cooper. The wine has some heft with its honeyed layers of flowers, spice and fruit. It's elegant and approachable…a sultry sip.",,21,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Cooper Vineyards 2008 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-vineyards-2008-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2008,Cooper Vineyards 14.1,White,US,"Tastes too oaky, with overwhelming smoky caramel, vanilla extract and buttered toast notes that swamp the underlying pineapples and peaches. In this case, you're better off with Gainey's regular 2007 Chard, which costs a lot less.",Limited Selection,38,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2007 Limited Selection Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2007-limited-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Gainey 14,Red,Argentina,"Inviting raspberry and cherry aromas have a tiny level of volatility, while the palate is chunky, bold and edgy, with big berry flavors leading the way. Full on the finish, with some oak and vanilla to give it padding. Lively, full-bodied Cabernet that's pretty good in the long run.",Finca La Florencia,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Cassone 2007 Finca La Florencia Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2007-finca-florencia-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Familia Cassone 13,Red,Italy,"Muscular tannins nearly mask raspberry and cherry notes in this structured red. The juicy palate leads to a fairly long, earthy finish. Drink with pepperoni and sausage pizza.",Pian Balbo,18,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 2006 Pian Balbo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2006-pian-balbo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Poderi Colla 12.5,White,Italy,This wine seems to have a bit of everything. Lovely aromas of fresh cut grass mix with pear and melon on the nose while the palate offers some nice minerality and ends on a lingering peach note. Drink now to two years.,Cortese di Gavi,21,86,Piedmont,Cortese di Gavi,,Pio Cesare 2008 Cortese di Gavi (Cortese di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2008-cortese-gavi-italian-white-cortese-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2008,Pio Cesare 13.6,White,US,"There's an herbal undertow to this wine, with suggestions of dill and sage to the pineapples, green apples and buttercream. It's also soft, lacking the clean vibrancy that a rich Chardonnay requires. Drink now.",,26,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Frog's Leap 13.1,White,US,"The delicate nose on this reserve Chard offers citrus and flowers with a touch of nutty spice. On the palate, it's a straightforward white with elements of lemon citrus, grapefruit and hazelnut. An easy-drinking Chardonnay with class.",Estate Bottled Reserve,20,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2007 Estate Bottled Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2007-estate-bottled-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Lamoreaux Landing 15.1,Red,US,"A bit aggressive in tannins, with a sharp, sandpapery bite, and the flavors don't give enough richness to balance that roughness. Still, it's a well-structured, dry wine, with pleasant blackberry, blueberry, herb and tobacco flavors. Drink now.",La Presa,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jalama 2006 La Presa Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jalama-2006-presa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,Jalama ,Red,US,"Feels a bit one-dimensional now, showing fruit and oak sweetness and ripe, forward cherry pie and spice flavors. Could age, but the simple structure suggests otherwise. Drink this southern Rhône-style blend now.",The Pick,40,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Terry Hoage 2007 The Pick Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terry-hoage-2007-pick-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Terry Hoage 13,Red,Spain,"For a large-production, simple red wine, this Garnacha-Syrah blend is good. The nose features red licorice candy, cherry and raisin aromas, while the palate is round, fairly smooth in feel, and tastes of bright red fruits and milk chocolate.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Monasterio de las Viñas 2008 Garnacha-Syrah (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monasterio-las-vinas-2008-red-blend-garnacha-syrah-carinena/,Garnacha-Syrah,2008,Monasterio de las Viñas 13.9,Red,US,"Ultra-fruity, offering waves of ripe black cherries, plums, red currants and cola, accented with sweet, vanilla-scented oak. Good and dry, with rich tannins, but would benefit from greater restraint and subtlety. Drink now.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2007 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2007-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2007,Bonterra ,Red,US,"Sweet and rich in fruit and smoky oak, with thick tannins and the rustic mouthfeel of a youthful Petite Sirah. The flavors are of jammy blackberries, cherries, leather, coffee and black pepper. Should age for a long time without necessarily gaining elegance.",,22,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra 2004 Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-2004-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2004,Barra 14.1,White,US,"A nice, versatile white wine at the table. It's crisp in acidity and highly aromatic, with flavors of citrus, geranium, green melon, honeysuckle, vanilla and cinnamon. Finishes basically dry, although that honey makes it almost sweet.",Sanford Ranch,18,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Forth 2008 Sanford Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forth-2008-sanford-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Forth 13.5,Red,Italy,"Light-bodied and lacking in tannin, this is a more traditional Barbera, with attractive mixed berry fruit on the nose, followed by forest floor and graham cracker flavors in the mouth. Drink now.",,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Veglio 2007 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Veglio 13.7,Red,Argentina,"For everyday consumption, this is good Cabernet with rousing fruit, body and pulse. The nose has smoke, rubber, pepper and cured meat to go with berry and cassis aromas, and the palate is very fruity, driving and loaded with flavorful cherry, raspberry and plum fruit. Not refined but good and honest.",,11,86,Other,San Juan,,Tour 52 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tour-52-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tour 52 15.5,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, with a hard mouthfeel and not enough richness to get past the goal line. Shows blackberry, black currant, herb and oak flavors, and a green herbaceousness suggesting dill and sage. Not an ager, so drink up.",Narrative,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hans Fahden 2006 Narrative Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-fahden-2006-narrative-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hans Fahden 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Bright but spotty on the nose, with salinic red fruit aromas that are one part raspberry and one part pool water. The palate is in the narrow, tannic field but the flavors are good, with blackberry, bitter chocolate and generic darkness working the the palate and finish.",,16,86,Other,Neuquén,,Grittini 2006 Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grittini-2006-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2006,Grittini 14,Red,Australia,"The Nine Stones line of regional Shiraz bottlings do taste distinctly different. This McLaren Vale offering features earthy, almost root vegetable-like aromas and flavors, plus cola and peppery spice. The tannins are soft, but the acids are crisp, imparting a lemony quality to the finish. Drink now.",,14,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Nine Stones 2008 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-stones-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Nine Stones 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Quite sweet, but with good concentration and balancing acidity that make for a refreshing impression. Lovely grape and honeysuckle flavors unfold on the palate, giving way to a medium finish with a fresh citrus tang. No improvement with age.",,13,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Duchessa Lia 2008 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duchessa-lia-2008-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2008,Duchessa Lia 12,Rose,US,"A sensual aroma of musky spice and strawberry starts this wine out well. On the palate, the wine offers an interesting mix of delicate, dancing flavors and rounder, bigger spice. Unique, with some heft.",Sophia Dry Rosé,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2008 Sophia Dry Rosé Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2008-sophia-dry-rose-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bellangelo 14.5,Red,Argentina,"More floral and blueberry driven than Bousquet's regular Merlot from '07 but not discernibly better or worse. The palate is round and the balance and feel are good. Flavors of floral blueberry follow the bouquet, and the finish shows a dash of sweet berry syrup and chocolate.",Reserva,17,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2007 Reserva Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2007-reserva-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2007,Domaine Jean Bousquet 14,Red,Argentina,"Shows peppy cherry, citrus and other short, angular aromatics, which is followed by a zesty red fruit flavor profile with a snappy mouthfeel. Dominated by cherry and raspberry, and on the finish there's mild buttery oak and carob. Good wine; distinctly tight and red fruited.",,20,86,Other,Neuquén,,Alpataco 2007 Pinot Noir (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpataco-2007-pinot-noir-neuquen/,Pinot Noir,2007,Alpataco 13.5,White,US,"Oaky and ripe, this Chardonnay shows barrel-inspired vanilla and buttered toast flavors that enrich the pineapples and apples. A touch of Gewurztraminer lifts it into floral and lychee territory.",Riva Ranch,20,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2008 Riva Ranch Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2008-riva-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Wente 13.9,Red,US,"A lighter, elegant style of Pinot Noir, dry and silky, with cherryskin, tobacco, cola and sweet oak flavors, wrapped into furry tannins. This is a good price. Drink now.",Suter Vineyard,17,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2007 Suter Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2007-suter-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2007,Muirwood 16.1,Red,US,"With more than 16% alcohol, this Zin has a hot mouthfeel, even for Dry Creek Zinfandel. Still, it's dry and smooth, with savory flavors of blackberry jam, chocolate, red and black currants, bacon and pepper. It's a good example of its type, and of Mazzocco's house style.",Maple,40,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Maple Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-maple-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mazzocco 14.2,Red,US,"Very dry and fairly tannic, with interesting flavors of cherries, currants and licorice, and an earthy-tobacco note. The finish is very peppery. It's a solid, good wine with some extra qualities of elegance and depth.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2004 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2004,Paraiso Vineyards 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Textbook Malbec with a nice, modern package. Solid as you'd expect, with plum/berry aromas, a hint of cherry candy and then a drawn, mildly saucy palate of red fruit. Good mouthfeel, nothing abrasive, and competent on the finish.",Urban Uco,11,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2007 Urban Uco Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2007-urban-uco-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2007,O. Fournier 14.7,Red,US,"Produced from the Sierra Foothills winery, Shenandoah, this is a dry, briary and rustic Cabernet. It has wild berry, currant and black pepper flavors, with edgy tannins. Needs rich beef and cheese dishes for balanced food pairing.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Nobos 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobos-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Nobos 12,White,Italy,"An exotic nose of spiced pears and white pepper with butter undertones makes for an eye-opening start. Made in a more luxuriant style than many Gavi, it shows a bit of texture on the palate and finishes with flavors of green plums, freshly cut grass and lychee. Drink up.",,15,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Ricossa 2007 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricossa-2007-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2007,Ricossa 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Toasty, dark aromas set up a smooth, semirich palate of creamy berry flavors mixed with spice, vanilla and pepper. This wine won't take you to wonderland but it doesn't go off course, either. Good and tasty Merlot with more than adequate balance.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2007 Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2007-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2007,Domaine Jean Bousquet 14.9,Red,Australia,"This ambitious offering from Two Hands is a bit of dissappointment. The bold black cherry fruit seems slightly cooked or raisiny, and there's a grassy, herbal element as well. But it's also nicely concentrated and weighty, with a mouthwatering finish that redeems it.",Max's Garden,60,86,Victoria,Heathcote,,Two Hands 2007 Max's Garden Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-maxs-garden-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands 13.5,Red,Italy,"Earth aromas meld with cherry and boysenberry fruit and continue through to the palate, where just the faintest tannic grip peeks through. This sumptuous red shows a bit less acidity than typical for Piedmont, making it a good partner for something in a slightly sweet sauce; think pulled pork or barbecued ribs.",Monte Aribaldo,17,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2005 Monte Aribaldo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2005-monte-aribaldo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2005,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 15.5,Red,US,"A heavy, softly ripe, super-extracted Cabernet. If you like sheer power, you'll get off on the massive blackberries, black currants, milk chocolate and caramelized oak.",Moose,45,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Lloyd of Calcareous 2006 Moose Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lloyd-calcareous-2006-moose-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Lloyd of Calcareous 13,White,US,"Not really dry, this Riesling has an official residual sugar reading of 2.11. It's blended with Gewürztraminer, Muscat Canelli, Chardonnay and Viognier. The end result is fruity and spicy, with flavors of honey-splashed apples, citrus fruits and peaches. High acidity provides much-needed crispness.",Vintner's Reserve,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Vintner's Reserve Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-vintners-reserve-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2008,Kendall-Jackson 13,Red,Italy,"A modern, fruit-forward version with appealing blackberry and mulberry flavors that turn more sedate on the palate. While short, the finish shows enticing mixed berry fruit. A year in the cellar will soften the slightly drying tannins and integrate the pronounced acidity.",,15,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Asti,,Massimiliano Vivalda 2007 Dolcetto d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimiliano-vivalda-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dasti/,Dolcetto,2007,Massimiliano Vivalda 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Nicely put together but totally generic, as if it were sent from the central casting dept. The nose has some rubber and smoke to go with black fruit, while the palate has good body and sweet black plum and berry flavors. Full enough but not baked or heavy.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Tercos 2007 Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercos-2007-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2007,Tercos 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a dry, elegant Grenache for drinking now. It has a silky texture, with slightly rough tannins and flavors of cherry pie, anise, mocha, pepper and herbs.",,21,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Scheid 2007 Grenache (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scheid-2007-grenache-central-coast-monterey/,Grenache,2007,Scheid 12.5,Red,Italy,"A pleasant, traditionally made Dolcetto, the Ratti shows black fruit aromas and flavors of smoked meat and soy. A well made, balanced wine, its only failing is its slightly sour aftertaste.",Colombè,15,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Renato Ratti 2005 Colombè (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2005-colombe-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2005,Renato Ratti 12.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay has depth, starting with its unfolding nose of ripe Chardonnay fruit, minerals, hazelnut and citrus. The palate offers flavors of pear, citrus and grapefruit, its character refreshing and fruity but somewhat complex. An impressive white that can handle richer dishes.",,19,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2007 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2007-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Ravines 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little heat on the nose is acceptable given that the remaining cherry and plum aromas are pure. A bit acidic on the palate but staunchly fresh, with good fruit flavor in the red plum category. Cleansing due to higher acidity, with hints of mocha and mineral.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Quo 2008 Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quo-2008-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2008,Quo 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Sweet aromas of berry syrup give the wine steam and weight heading into a thick, chewy palate of baked berry, candy, vanilla and buttery flavors. Syrupy and creamy, but also a bit lactic on the finish.",,18,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mairena 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mairena-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Mairena 14.2,Red,US,"Somewhat sharp and tartly aggressive now in jammy fruit, with raspberry, cherry, wintergreen mint and cola flavors, sweetened with smoky wood notes. Doe not seem like an ager, so drink now with very rich meats, oils and cheeses to soften the hardness.",Four-Acre,34,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2007 Four-Acre Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2007-four-acre-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Summers 12.2,White,Italy,"It took a few minutes to wake the Principessa up; but when she did, there were plenty of bright summer fruit aromas, which seemed to come rushing out as if to make up for lost time. It settled into a pleasant, rich, if not very precise wine with a short to medium finish that will work well with food.",,14,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Gavia 2005 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-gavia-2005-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2005,Principessa Gavia 13,White,US,"This poised white from New Mexico starts with delicate floral, honey and vanilla aromas, followed by pretty, mellow flavors of honey, flowers and spice. A lovely sip with desserts and soft cheeses.",Artist Series 1,20,86,New Mexico,New Mexico,,La Chiripada 2008 Artist Series 1 Viognier (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiripada-2008-artist-series-1-viognier-new-mexico/,Viognier,2008,La Chiripada 13.4,White,US,"Crisply acidic and very dry, with modest pineapple, lime and mineral flavors and a touch of leesy sourness wrapped into a cream mouthfeel. Drink now.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2008 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Muirwood 13.5,White,US,"Oaky, fat and slightly sweet, with creamy flavors of pineapples, buttered popcorn and vanilla. A good approximation of a Burgundian-style California Chardonnay at a fair price.",Vintner's Reserve,15,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Kendall-Jackson 14,Red,Spain,"Nice value red wine with solid black fruit aromas, licorice and crushed mineral notes. It's flush and showing good volume, and the plum/berry core flavors have a vanilla accent. Mildly medicinal on the finish but overall it offers good power, structure and concentration.",Los Dos Old Vines,8,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Almira 2008 Los Dos Old Vines Grenache-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almira-2008-los-old-vines-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-campo-borja/,Grenache-Syrah,2008,Almira 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, leathery aromas are front and center on the broad, beefy nose that also blends in dark fruits including blueberry. The palate is medium-bodied, with black cherry, blackberry and herbal flavors. Shows good feel and a solid, middle-of-the-road overall character.",Reserve,15,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2008 Reserve Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2008-reserve-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2008,Finca Sophenia 14.7,Red,Australia,"Intensely fruity and fresh, with mounds of blueberries and raspberries carried by a slightly syrupy mouthfeel. Sure, Euro-drinking snobs might call it a simple fruit bomb, but it's a darn good version of that style. Drink it over the next 2-3 years.",Morse Code,9,86,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2008 Morse Code Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2008-morse-code-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2008,Henry's Drive Vignerons 12.5,White,France,"Aromas of green apples bring a fresh burst of acidity. The wine is bright, with a firm texture of lime zest and red apple skins.",Colombard,12,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Mirail 2008 Colombard Colombard (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mirail-2008-colombard-other-white-colombard-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard,2008,Domaine de Mirail 13.5,Red,US,"A very nice wine that's dry and balanced, and shows quite a bit of elegance. The alcohol is low, and the flavors of cherries, currants, herbs, anise and cedar are savory.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clayhouse 20,Dessert,US,"Ultra-sweet, with honeyed flavors of blackberries, currants, chocolate, anise and spices. Would score higher if it were more concentrated and complex.",,30,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Benson Ferry 2003 Port (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benson-ferry-2003-port-blend-port-central-valley-lodi/,Port,2003,Benson Ferry 13,Red,US,"Cigarbox, pepper and red cherry on the nose leads into vanilla, smoke and cedar on the palate. Rich but not heavy, it will pair well with cured meats, cheeses, heartier dishes.",Porto Elana,24,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2006 Porto Elana Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2006-porto-elana-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2006,Bellangelo 12,White,US,"The Wolffer Pinot Gris has an attractive, zesty character from the start, with its nose of melon, pear, citrus and spice followed by a fun, lively array of lemon, toast and pear. Pretty and an enjoyable drink on its own, or with delicate foods.",,22,87,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2008 Pinot Gris (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-long-island/,Pinot Gris,2008,Wölffer 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry and sharp in acidity, with a citrusy bite, like a hit of lime. The Cabernet-Merlot flavors are very rich, suggesting blackberries, black cherries and dark chocolate. The tannins are mountain tough. Altogether, it's a tough, rugged wine that could improve in the bottle.",Lexington,46,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2005 Lexington Meritage (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2005-lexington-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Meritage,2005,Thomas Fogarty 15.5,Red,US,"Extremely high alcohol shows up as heat throughout, especially in the finish. That aside, this Rhône red blend has lots to like. It's dry and full-bodied and soft, with complex flavors of blackberries, currants, chocolate, leather, anise, black pepper and sandalwood. Drink now with rich meats and cheeses.",5 Blocks,48,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Terry Hoage 2007 5 Blocks Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terry-hoage-2007-5-blocks-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Terry Hoage 14.5,Red,US,"It was probably the vintage, which was less than spectacular, but this wine, while a good, elegantly structured Cabernet, doesn't justify its price. It's bone dry and tannic, with flavorful blackberries, black currants, minerals and oak. A fine wine to drink with upscale fare, but the sharp finish suggests against aging.",Home Ranch,75,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2006 Home Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2006-home-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Steven Kent 14.3,White,US,"New oak dominates the aromas and flavors, with buttered toast, buttered popcorn and caramel overwhelming the underlying fruit, which suggests pineapples and green apples. Although the wine is dry and acidity is fine, the fruit lacks the richness to support the oak.",Reserve,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2007-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Rodney Strong 14.1,White,US,"A light, elegant nose of almonds, apple and honeysuckle, followed by fresh flavors of nuts, apple and flowers on the palate. Pretty, balanced and lingering in the finish. A great food wine.",Curry Creek Vineyards,23,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2007 Curry Creek Vineyards Pinot Gris (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2007-curry-creek-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-finger-lakes/,Pinot Gris,2007,Red Newt Cellars 13.4,Red,US,"This seductive Cabernet Franc opens up with aromas of cherry, vanilla and spice leading into layers of blackberry, plum, cinnamon and cedar on the palate. Fruit and spice are balanced here, and medium tannins means the wine can age. Paired with roasted duck or beef, the wine is a sure hit.",,21,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2007 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2007-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Veramar 14.1,Red,US,"Spicy and dry, this Zin offers flavors of currants, tobacco, pepper and cocoa. The tannins are thick, but acidity is low, giving it a soft mouthfeel. Could be more concentrated, but it's an elegant wine.",Mustang Springs,36,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2007 Mustang Springs Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2007-mustang-springs-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Peachy Canyon 13,Red,Italy,"A charming package, with raspberries and fresh plums as an opening act followed by leather and mushrooms on the palate and just a hint of tannin. The finish falls a bit short but offers up an intriguing watermelon note. Drink up.",Madonna di Como,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Marchesi di Barolo 2007 Madonna di Como (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2007-madonna-como-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Marchesi di Barolo 13.5,White,US,"The word No refers to no oak and no malolactic fermentation. The wine is sharp in acids and totally dry, but with super-ripe flavors of pineapple, pear, peach and green apple marmalade. Very clean and mouth-cleansing.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,No 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/no-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2008,No 14.5,Red,US,"This dry, spicy wine shows the rustic, rugged quality that often accompanies Dry Creek Cabs. It has the briary texture of a Zinfandel, but with Cabernet's classic blackberry and black currant profile. Drink now–2012.",Rebecca's Vineyard,38,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forth 2005 Rebecca's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forth-2005-rebeccas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Forth 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A little heat early on, and also aromas of pepper, fresh fallen leaves and dry berry fruit. It's more traditional in style, meaning it isn't pitch black, sweet and thick. Instead the wine shows earthy, mature flavors of fig paste, raspberry and cough drop. More competent than flashy.",Reserva,18,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Domaine Jean Bousquet 13,White,France,"A rounded wine, offering pear flavors brightened by soft acidity. The wine has an attractive edge of toast to fill out the fruit.",,12,87,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine des Terrisses 2008 White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terrisses-2008-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2008,Domaine des Terrisses 14.5,Red,US,"Another good Cabernet from this winery. It's a very grapey Cabernet, with fresh, jammy blackberry fruit that tastes like it just came from the fermenter. But it's dry and balanced and likeable.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Educated Guess 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/educated-guess-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Educated Guess 14.5,Red,US,"Rather heavy and super-fruity now, with fruitstand flavors of blackberries, cherries and plums. It's a ripely delicious wine, but a bit one-dimensional, not showing much elegance or subtlety. Could develop bottle nuance over the next 4–6 years.",,32,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2007 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2007,Cuvaison 13.8,White,US,"There's no oak on this wine, but it sure doesn't lack in richness. Offers a blast of lemons, limes, pineapples, honeysuckle flowers, vanilla and smoky butter, brightened with crisp acidity. The grapes come from Yountville.",Rte. Blanc,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2008 Rte. Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2008-rte-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Clif Family 14.4,Red,US,"What a wonderful wine for the price. It's dry, elegant and classically structured, and while the cherry, herb, tobacco and oak flavors finish a bit short, this Merlot shows lots of appeal. It's a great by the glass pour.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Chelsea Goldschmidt 2008 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chelsea-goldschmidt-2008-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2008,Chelsea Goldschmidt 12.5,White,Spain,"Neutral aromas of citrus and almond skin precede a jumpy, fresh and spritzy palate of green apple and citrus flavors. Tight, crisp, food-friendly white wine with cut and zest. Comfortably fits the Rueda/Verdejo model.",Viña Clavidor,14,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Bodegas Vidal Soblechero 2008 Viña Clavidor Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vidal-soblechero-2008-vina-clavidor-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Bodegas Vidal Soblechero 13,Red,US,"This rich Cabernet starts with aromas of vanilla, nutty oak and mocha, unfolding into flavors of ripe red berries, cedar, pepper and toast. Good depth of flavor and a poised fruit and acid balance give the wine class. Pair with rich meat dishes or ripe cheeses.",,24,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bellangelo 14.1,Red,US,"Very good, but could be firmer in tannic structure, with a soft, melted mouthfeel. Yet the flavors are delicious, of cherries, raspberries, currants, cola, orange tea, herbs, cinnamon spice and smoky sandalwood. The softness seems to limit ageability.",Peters Vineyard,48,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kokomo 2007 Peters Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-peters-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kokomo 14.6,Red,US,"Rather tart and dry now, with a minty streak cutting through the black cherry, cola, anise and spice flavors. It's an elegantly structured wine of finesse and delicacy, but could be fatter and rounder. Drink Now–2012.",,45,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Koehler 2007 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Koehler 15.1,Red,US,"Very ripe and almost sweet in jammy, pie-filling cherries and raspberries, with a rich seasoning of cinnamon, brown sugar and cocoa. But it's technically dry, and has a crispness from fine Arroyo Seco acidity. Drink now.",Fog's Reach Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2007 Fog's Reach Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2007-fogs-reach-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2007,J. Lohr 14,White,US,"Fruity, rich and honey-sweet, with decadent flavors of peach and pear jam, apricot, pineapple, green apple and vanilla, enhanced with sweet, smoky oak. There's a good spine of acidity for balance.",Halter Ranch Côtes de Paso Blanc,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Halter Ranch 2008 Halter Ranch Côtes de Paso Blanc Marsanne-Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/halter-ranch-2008-halter-cotes-paso-blanc-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2008,Halter Ranch 14.1,Rose,US,"A good rosé, properly dry and crisp, and not too fruity. There are dried herb and tea notes to the raspberries, and a nice spiciness. A little sharp on the finish, but a fine effort.",,18,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2008 Rosé (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2008-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Rosé,2008,Six Sigma Ranch 14.2,White,US,"A rich, fruity Chardonnay with lots of flavor and bright, mouthwatering acidity. Made sur lie, but with no oak, it has yeasty notes accenting pineapples, Asian pears, green apples, honeysuckle, cinnamon and vanilla.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Patianna 2008 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Patianna 13.2,White,Argentina,"Nice from the get-go, with lime, citrus and fresh herb aromas. The palate is round and whole, with easygoing flavors of lemon, mango, papaya and melon. Fresh and pleasant on the finish, and perfect for aperitifs.",T,11,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2009 T Torrontés (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2009-t-torrontes-lujan-cuyo/,Torrontés,2009,Bodega Goulart 12.5,White,Italy,The nose is all gardenia and pear enveloped by citrus. The crisp palate doesn't have a great deal of intensity but compensates with very pleasant flavors of pear drop and nettle. Enjoy with fish in a citrus sauce.,,20,87,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,Bricco dei Guazzi 2007 Gavi di Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-guazzi-2007-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,2007,Bricco dei Guazzi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark, roasted lead aromas frame secondary baked black fruit and leather scents, while the palate is oaky, stocky and tannic, with creamy, barrel-led berry flavors and more than adequate balance and freshness. Mocha and toast are key finishing notes, and overall it's a nice blend of 85% Garnacha with Syrah.",Garnacha-Syrah,12,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Penelope Sanchez 2008 Garnacha-Syrah Grenache-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penelope-sanchez-2008-garnacha-syrah-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-campo-borja/,Grenache-Syrah,2008,Penelope Sanchez 14.7,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Syrah is dry and elegantly structured. It pleases for its rich mouthfeel and layers of blackberry, currant, licorice, bacon, pepper and cedar flavors. At its best now and for a few more years.",La Rousse Vineyard,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forth 2005 La Rousse Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forth-2005-rousse-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2005,Forth 15.5,Red,US,"Very ripe. You can taste the sunshine in the blackberry, cherry, blueberry, mulberry and cocoa flavors. They burst in the mouth, carrying waves of spices and fruity acids through a spicy, slightly hot finish. At its best now.",Perotti Vineyards,27,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2007 Perotti Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-perotti-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Kokomo 14.5,Red,Australia,"Very clean and correct, from the pure aromas of fresh cherries to the medium body and supple tannins. The result is an easy-drinking, fresh-fruited wine that just hints at darker fruit on the palate and boasts a clean, mouthwatering finish.",,14,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Green Point 2006 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2006,Green Point 14,Red,Argentina,"Recent ratings have been consistent for this pricey Malbec-Petit Verdot-Tannat blend. The nose is woody and the fruit seems baked, and along the route you encounter a cheesy, horsey quality. Thick on the palate, with good structure and buttery flavors of strawberry and raspberry. Doesn't bring it all together, but the parts have their virtues.",Gala 1,40,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2007 Gala 1 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2007-gala-1-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Luigi Bosca 14.6,Red,US,"Rich and bold, but tough in tannins, with a hard astringency to the ripe blackberries, black currants, licorice and dark chocolate. Could age out and mellow in a couple of years, but no guarantees.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,60,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2006 Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2006-ghielmetti-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Steven Kent 13.5,Red,Spain,"Bursts with bright, linear cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors, but it's not caustic, sharp or grating. Acidity at peak power yields a zesty, racy personality while a blanket of vanilla flavor softens the cherry and raspberry fruit. Crisp and a good food wine.",Crianza,22,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallobera 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallobera-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Vallobera 14,Red,Argentina,"Mossy and quite woody, and maybe even bretty, but also rich and stout, with concentration. Aromas of cheesey black fruit are staunch, while the round palate has richness, thickness and flavors of molasses, baked berries and licorice. Finishes surprisingly quick.",Reserva,20,87,Other,Neuquén,,Valle Perdido 2006 Reserva Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-perdido-2006-reserva-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2006,Valle Perdido 12,Red,US,"This elegant, soft red starts with layers of cherry, warming spice, vanilla and mint, and leads into flavors of red berry, cinnamon, pepper and spice. Subtle but structured, it's a classy sip.",Alouette,27,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Three Fox 2007 Alouette Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-fox-2007-alouette-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Three Fox 14,Red,Argentina,"A gritty but well-made wine with aromas of crushed brick, red pepper flake, earth and sandalwood. The palate is tightly wound and mildly tannic, with semisweet flavors of black plum, fig, black cherry and chocolate. Shows a medicinal edge on the finsih, but nothing too drastic.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Septima 13,Red,France,"The wine feels light, with tannins that are edging on lean. The bitter cherry and dark plum fruit flavors give a vivid acidity and freshness, leaving the stalky tannins balanced with the acidity.",,,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos la Coutale 2007 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-coutale-2007-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Clos la Coutale 13.5,White,US,"Great price for this unoaked white wine. It's smooth and crisp in mouthwatering acidity, with ripe flavors of citrus fruits, lemongrass, minerals and vanilla that finish with a honeyed richness. Easy to find, with production of 21,696 cases.",,12,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2008 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2008-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2008,Dry Creek Vineyard 13,Red,US,"An enticing Meritage, with aromas of violet, anise, crushed herbs and red berry fruit followed by deep, savory spice flavors of cinnamon, pepper and cedar. Balanced but full of character, this wine will pair well with meats and poultry dishes.",Flight,35,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2005 Flight Meritage (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2005-flight-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-long-island-north-fork/,Meritage,2005,Osprey's Dominion 14,Red,Italy,"This Nebbiolo by Mario Pelassa is loaded with aromas that recall Christmas spice, chopped mint and nutmeg. There's an incredibly strong balsam note here that resembles eucalyptus and peppermint. Pair this wine with lamb and mint jelly.",Antaniolo,28,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Pelassa 2005 Antaniolo (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2005-antaniolo-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2005,Pelassa 14,Red,Italy,"Impressive complexity on the nose from layers of red fruit and barnyard as well as some dusty notes. Cherry and raspberry fruit vie with stringy tannins in the mouth. Unlike many Dolcettos, this one will benefit from a few years bottle age.",,23,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2006 Dolcetto di Dogliani,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2006-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2006,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Firm, earthy and rubbery aromas lead to a tight, focused palate with robust black cherry in the lead and black tea and coffee notes along the side. Toasty, dark and a touch bitter on the finish, and overall it's a solid crianza with condensed flavors and a basic mouthfeel.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-2006-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Ramirez de la Piscina 14.1,Red,US,"Youthfully fruity now, with sweet, jammy flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, licorice, vanilla oak and spices. Comes from the warm, southern part of Salinas Valley. Could develop, but it's a gamble.",Reserve Claret,55,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Scheid 2005 Reserve Claret Red (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scheid-2005-reserve-claret-red-central-coast-monterey/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Scheid 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sleek and focused, with well-defined cherry fruit and red flower notes. The full-bodied palate is tightly wound with accents of orange peel and black cherry. The finish drops a bit short. Drink over the next few years with flavorful pork dishes.",Valmaggiore,61,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Sandrone 2006 Valmaggiore (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2006-valmaggiore-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2006,Sandrone 12.5,White,Spain,"A clean, almost oceanic opening is fresh and citrusy as it should be, while the palate shows pulse, balance and a little scour to go with orange, grapefruit and other citrusy flavors. Pithy and biting late, with ample fruit throughout.",,15,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Esperanza 2008 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esperanza-2008-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2008,Esperanza 13.8,Red,US,"A really wonderful wine that's dry and robust and frankly super-drinkable. The producer, Weibel, doesn't tell us what the grapes are, but the wine is spicy and briary, with blackberry and cola flavors. Great as a by-the-glass pour.",,10,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Road i Red NV Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/road-i-red-nv-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,,Road i Red 14.1,White,US,"There's no oak on this Viognier, so the fruit stands out, and what fruit it is. Superripe in pineapples, honey, mangoes, guavas and Asian pears, with crisp, citrusy acidity that makes it vibrant and clean, if a little direct. Drink now.",,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Rivino 2008 Viognier (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivino-2008-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Viognier,2008,Rivino 14,Red,Australia,"The aromas of this Shiraz are surprisingly dark; they tend toward the blackberry and cola end of the spectrum, while the flavors are more reminiscent of stewed berries with a touch of cinnamon. Medium to full in body, the wine is pleasantly round in the mouth, then turns tart on the finish. Drink now-2015.",Snake Charmer,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Vinaceous 2007 Snake Charmer Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinaceous-2007-snake-charmer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Vinaceous 12.5,Red,Italy,"The enticing nose of the Camerano Dolcetto invites you to dive right in with its exuberant aromas of summer fruits. This is an elegant, lightweight example, with fresh mulberry and blueberry flavors in the mouth wrapped in finely buffed tannins. The medium finish is infused with cherry brandy notes. Drink up before 2012.",,20,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Camerano 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camerano-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Camerano 12.5,White,Spain,"Much more fresh and perky than previous years, with grapefruit, nectarine and other citrusy aromas. Pink grapefruit is without doubt the lead player in terms of flavor, and otherwise it's simply a tight, citric wine with scour and poise. Drink now.",,18,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad Dom Bueno 2008 Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-dom-bueno-2008-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2008,Abad Dom Bueno 14.1,Red,Australia,"A solid effort, the 2007 Chockstone is a balanced, accessible red. There's ample cherry fruit, touches of cedar, vanilla and woodspice and modest tannins. Everything is in proportion, and it should drink well for the next 5-8 years.",Chockstone,22,87,Victoria,Grampians,,A.T. Richardson 2007 Chockstone Shiraz (Grampians),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/at-richardson-2007-chockstone-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-grampians/,Shiraz,2007,A.T. Richardson 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the nobility of structure of Cabs costing far more, with fine blackberry and black currant fruit and soft, dry tannins. A bit quick on the finish, but this is a good price for a wine of this class.",The Cab,18,87,California,California Other,California,Cosentino 2007 The Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2007-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cosentino 14,Rose,Spain,"One of Spain's top value-oriented rosés. It's inviting, colorful, easy to understand and tasty. Aromas of fresh fruits and melon get it going, while the palate is clean, fresh, only mildly candied and full of cherry and red plum flavors. Scores high by keeping it simple. Drink ASAP.",,8,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2008 Rosé (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2008-rose-campo-borja/,Rosé,2008,Borsao 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the rugged, rustic nature of most California Sangioveses, but with additional notes of interest to raise the score a few points. Dry and crisply acidic, but light and elegant in body, it shows flavors of cherries, tobacco, sandalwood, black pepper and Asian spices. Drink now.",,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Rivino 2007 Sangiovese (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivino-2007-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sangiovese,2007,Rivino 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark and saturated to the eye, and powerful on the nose. In the mouth, the flavors of raspberry and plum are solid, while overall the wine is full and stocky but short on complexity and uniqueness. Well executed but highly regular for an upper-shelf Malbec.",Grande Reserve Terroir Selection,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2006 Grande Reserve Terroir Selection Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2006-grande-reserve-terroir-selection-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Alta Vista 12.5,White,Spain,"Slightly prickly on the nose, but there's balancing melony sweetness to keep it on line. The palate is fresh and snappy, with citrus flavors, particularly grapefruit. And the finish is lemony and dry. No glaring faults; good Verdejo to drink ASAP.",Azumbre Vendimia Seleccionada,18,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Agricola Castellana 2008 Azumbre Vendimia Seleccionada Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-castellana-2008-azumbre-vendimia-seleccionada-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Agricola Castellana 14,Red,Spain,"A little saucy and leathery on the nose, but there's also licorice, blackberry and woody aromas to ponder. Flush and well composed on the palate, with plum, raspberry and mild salty, savory notes. Finishes with good feel but a slight herbal taste of tomato and/or oregano.",Crianza,30,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Qumrán 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-qumran-2005-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Qumrán 14.5,Red,US,"A great buy at this price for its richness and overall integrity. Has a medium body, with fine, fuzzy tannins and bone-dry, complex flavors of wild berries, currants, herbs, tobacco and tons of peppery spices.",,12,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Z-52 2006 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/z-52-2006-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2006,Z-52 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of strawberries, wet stones and hay follow through to a very fresh palate with crisp acidity, little tannin and a diffuse berry character. Quite a nice package, perfect for pizza or lasagna.",Tre Vigne,26,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Vietti 2006 Tre Vigne (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2006-tre-vigne-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Vietti 15.4,Red,US,"A good, lusty Zinfandel to toss back with excellent barbecue and roasts. It's a big, full-bodied, fruity wine, packed with dry, tannicly Zinny flavors of wild berries, beef jerky and crushed black pepper. Drink now.",Tori Vineyard,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Tori Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-tori-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wilson 13,Red,Italy,"A blend of Barbera and Nebbiolo, this middleweight charmer opens with roses and raspberry fruit while the palate shows interesting woodsy undertones. Drink now with guinea hen or roast pork.",Eremo,17,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Fontanafredda 2005 Eremo Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2005-eremo-langhe/,Red Blend,2005,Fontanafredda 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a nice, smooth Pinot Noir meant for drinking now. It's dry and silky, with attractive flavors of cola, cherries, raspberries, spices and smoke.",,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Educated Guess 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/educated-guess-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Educated Guess 11.5,Dessert,US,"This is a dependably good, satisfyingly sweet wine from Eberle. The 2008 vintage, with 5.5% residual sugar, is overtly sweet, with good acidity framing savory flavors of tangerine crème brûlée, apricot jam, ripe pear and vanilla custard. Good price for a full bottle of a dessert wine this delicious.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2008 Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2008-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2008,Eberle 13.9,White,US,"Although the winery describes the oak on this wine as neutral, it seems to stick out. The flavors are dominated by buttered toast and vanilla honey. Then the lemons and limes kick in, with their undergirding of minerals. Gainey has good grapes, but needs to develop a better delineation between their regular and Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc.",Limited Selection,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2008 Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2008-limited-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Gainey 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Different than most, with reduced, rubbery aromas that also bring graphite and olive into play. Very thick and syrupy in the mouth, with low acidity leading to chewy plum and blackberry flavors. Licorice and baked fruit notes control the finish, which is short and chunky. Ready to drink now.",Obra Prima Reserva,22,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Cassone 2005 Obra Prima Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2005-obra-prima-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Familia Cassone 15,Red,Australia,"Chunky and a bit hard-edged, this Shiraz combines plum and vanilla notes with hints of cocoa and black olive. There's some richenss here, it just needs a few years to emerge. Try 2012-2017.",McLaren Parish Vineyard,25,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Nugan Family Estates 2007 McLaren Parish Vineyard Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2007-mclaren-parish-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Nugan Family Estates 13,Red,Italy,"Expressive flavors of boysenberry, raspberry and strawberry are balanced and focused in this well-crafted, well-priced red. Sophisticated tannins mix with blackberry fruit on the silky finish. Try with barbecued steak.",Colombè,15,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Renato Ratti 2006 Colombè (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2006-colombe-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Renato Ratti 14,Red,Italy,"An impressive package, with gentle aromas of minerals and raspberries that follow through to a juicy palate with loads of berry flavor. Polished tannins and black cherry notes define the lingering finish. Drink now to 2011.",Bricco Bastia,25,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Conterno Fantino 2006 Bricco Bastia (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2006-bricco-bastia-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Conterno Fantino 13,Red,France,"Cherry juice aromas lead to a soft wine, the fruit full of fresh berries, with only hints of tannins. There is intense acidity, the wood adding further green characters to the wine.",La Fourmi,13,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2007 La Fourmi Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2007-fourmi-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Clos Troteligotte 13.5,Red,Italy,This serious example opens with an enticing mixture of cassis interwoven with forest floor and mulch notes that lead to a palate with diffuse mineral tones. Bright in the mouth but a bit thin in the midpalate and turning slightly sharp on the finish. Drink now to two years.,Bricco delle Lepri,20,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,San Romano 2007 Bricco delle Lepri (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-romano-2007-bricco-delle-lepri-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2007,San Romano 14.3,Red,Australia,"Aged partly in new American Oak hogsheads and partly in used French Oak barriques, the barrel regime shows in this wine's obvious vanilla and caramel accents to its boysenberry fruit. Supple and creamy in texture before turning crisp on the finish. Drink now.",Single Vineyard,30,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Longwood 2008 Single Vineyard Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longwood-2008-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Longwood 14.8,White,US,"This fun, flirty Viognier/Roussanne blend starts with lively lemon and citrus aromas and leads into a joyful blend of curvy honey and plucky spice. Fruit and acidity are in good balance. A pretty wine with character.",Estate Bottled,16,87,Ohio,Ohio River Valley,,Kinkead Ridge 2008 Estate Bottled Viognier-Roussanne (Ohio River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kinkead-ridge-2008-estate-bottled-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-river-valley/,Viognier-Roussanne,2008,Kinkead Ridge 14.1,Red,US,"Arroyo Seco is an iffy place to grow Pinot or any red wine. Cool and windswept, it needs a warmer vintage, which 2007 wasn't. Rochelle's new bottling is very dry and acidic. It lacks a bit of generosity, in the green mint edge to the cherries. But it's very elegant, with an appealing minerality. Drink now.",Classic Clones,40,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,La Rochelle 2007 Classic Clones Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2007-classic-clones-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Rochelle 11.5,Red,Italy,"A standout at the tasting, the Chiarlo was made to be enjoyed with food. A complex palate offers lime peel mingled with apricot and peach; and there is plenty of acidity that allows the flavors to come through to a fine finish.",,18,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Michele Chiarlo 2005 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2005-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2005,Michele Chiarlo 14,Red,Spain,"Slightly saucy on the nose, with jammy, baked fruit aromas hinting at cherry and raspberry. The palate feel is a little tough but healthy, with red fruit flavors accented by vanilla and coconut. Tight, crisp and showing a final wave of tomato on the finish.",Roble,23,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Mesoneros de Castilla 2006 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesoneros-castilla-2006-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Mesoneros de Castilla 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a solid wine that provides lots of elegant pleasure at a pretty good price. It's dry and firm in tannins, with deep, long flavors of blackberries and black cherries, red currants, anise and sandalwood. Ready to drink now.",Four Bears,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sean Minor 2007 Four Bears Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2007-four-bears-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Sean Minor 14.1,Red,US,"A pretty good Syrah. It's a bit rugged and rustic, with edgy tannins accented with a peppery mouthfeel, but it's dry and full-bodied, with fairly complex flavors of blackberries, black currants and leather. Drink now.",Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard,28,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Lawer 2007 Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard Syrah (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2007-three-coins-betsys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-knights-valley/,Syrah,2007,Lawer 13,Red,US,"This wine starts with an attractive blend of cinnamon, clove and cigarbox aromas, followed by flavors of cedar, black cherry, cinnamon and pepper on the palate. Ageable and balanced, if a little fiery.",Select Reserve,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer NV Select Reserve Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-nv-select-reserve-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,,Palmer 14.4,White,US,"Rich, mouthwatering aromas of flowers, citrus and spice are followed by pretty, balanced flavors with a lively, spicy backbone. Fresh but floral and round—a balanced and lovely white. Pair with Indian or Thai cuisine.",,17,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2008 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2008-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Lakewood ,Red,US,"Brooding black fruit with waves of savory spice start this wine out well. The spicy but juicy black fruit flavors are integrated and soft. The wine has depth and an elegant demeanor but fun, upfront fruit at the same time. An interesting sip for myriad beef and lamb dishes.",New World Red,20,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Kluge Estate 2005 New World Red Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kluge-estate-2005-new-world-red-monticello/,Red Blend,2005,Kluge Estate 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a pretty Barbera d'Alba with cheerful aromas of blackberry, sweet spice and cinnamon. The wine is soft, round and smooth and that touch of sweetness on the close makes it a good candidate for roast tomatoes with chèvre chaud.",,14,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pelassa 2007 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Pelassa 12.5,Red,France,"This is the simplest Cahors from Triguedina. It relies for pleasure on its sheer juiciness, with soft tannins and very fresh fruits, combined with flavors of beetroot and red berries, the acidity fitting well into the rounded character.",Clos Triguedina Le Petit Clos,,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina Le Petit Clos Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-le-petit-clos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of rubber, smoked beef, syrupy berry and buttery oak are inviting enough, while the palate has edgy acidity that pushes the wine's black cherry element while cutting an obvious oak dosage. Accents of tea, herbs and spice give it character; finishes with an obvious kick of butter and resin.",,28,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2006-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2006,Emilio Moro 13.7,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with a drop of Cab Franc, this blend shows the type of tannins that Rutherfordians like to call dusty, and those tannins do have a finely ground latticework. But they're also astringently dry, and the underlying fruit flavors, of cherries and blackberries, don't seem rich enough to stand up to extended aging.",,75,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Frog's Leap 13.5,Red,Australia,"Cooralook is making very good wines at affordable prices, and this Shiraz is in the same vein. It's immediately approachable, offering crisp raspberry fruit tinged with herbal-grassy-briary notes and a softly dusty finish. It's an easy sipper that won't overpower most dishes.",,15,87,Victoria,Heathcote,,Cooralook 2007 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooralook-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2007,Cooralook 14.5,Red,Spain,"Maturing fairly well, with brown edges to the wine's earthy hue. The nose is rooty and deep, but there's a definite cheesy, mildly bretty accent to it. And the mouthfeel is defined by major tannic grip and bite. Warm and mildly raisiny, with caramel on the finish. Drink now.",Pago de la Calera,55,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cyan 2001 Pago de la Calera (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyan-2001-pago-calera-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2001,Cyan 14,Red,Australia,"Although based in the Hunter, Brokenwood has reached into South Australia for this Shiraz, which offers lifted, rather perfumed aromas of raspberries and strawberries supported by vanilla underpinnings. A hint of mint creeps in on the finish, framed by supple tannins and crisp acidity. Drink now-2015.",,27,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley-McLaren Vale,,Brokenwood 2007 Shiraz (Barossa Valley-McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Brokenwood 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy strawberry aromas are alluring but light, which suggests more of an Old World style compared to most of the beefy, brawny Malbecs out there today. The palate is crisp and agile, with light-framed raspberry flavors. More elegant than hefty, but also a little hollow on the midpalate and finish.",,30,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carmelo Patti 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-patti-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Carmelo Patti 13.5,White,Argentina,"A nice Torrontés with good muscat-like aromas along with a blast or orange blossom. The palate has weight, roundness and good, true flavors of lemon, orange and melon. Long and rock-solid on the finish, with focus throughout. Drink soon.",Unoaked Reserva,17,88,Other,Salta,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2008 Unoaked Reserva Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2008-unoaked-reserva-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2008,Terrazas de Los Andes 13.7,Red,US,"A lovely Bordeaux-style wine, dry and richly tannic, showing complex flavors of blackberries, black currants, dried herbs and smoky oak, with hints of violets, cocoa and spices. Shows lots of elegant structure, at a good price. Drink now.",Sanel Valley Vineyards,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Terra Sávia 2006 Sanel Valley Vineyards Meritage (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-savia-2006-sanel-valley-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Meritage,2006,Terra Sávia 14.1,Red,US,"Superripe, showing a direct, crowd-pleasing appeal with its array of oak-inspired blackberries, cherries, sweet currants and chocolate. The structure is gorgeous Napa, with near-perfect tannins and just-in-time acidity. Shows a juvenile fruity sweetness, but is not particularly subtle now, just all power. The gamble is in the cellar. Try after 2012.",,95,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sinatra Family 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinatra-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sinatra Family 15.4,Red,US,"This is a 100% Cabernet, grown further north than the winery's amazing Rockaway bottling, which is to say in a hotter area. Comparisons are inevitable. Although it's rich and even dramatic, it's not as impressive a wine, showing a raisiny edge to the black currants and chocolate. Doesn't have the balance for aging, so drink now with upscale beef and lamb dishes.",Brothers Ridge Single Vineyard,75,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2006 Brothers Ridge Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2006-brothers-ridge-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rodney Strong 13,Red,Italy,"A strong showing, with tones of blueberry and iodine interwoven with animal and barnyard scents on the nose. The palate shows red fruit flavors with flowers at the back and ends on a leather note. Refined tannins allow for immediate consumption.",,21,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 2008 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2008,Pio Cesare 14.5,Red,Spain,"Quite rustic smelling, with hickory smoke, barbecue sauce, spice and cola aromas. Like most Cigales wines, it has a firm tannic bite and a grating mouthfeel. But the flavors of roast berry, black plum and savory marinade is good and par for the course. Drink now.",Pago de las Costanas,60,88,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Val de Los Frailes 2003 Pago de las Costanas Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2003-pago-las-costanas-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2003,Val de Los Frailes 14,Red,Australia,"Starts off with some Rhône-like aromas of smoke, cracked pepper, blueberries and a touch of meatiness, then delivers vibrant fruit and spice on the palate. With its medium body and tart finish, this could almost pass for Crozes-Hermitage. Like most C-H, enjoy it on the young side for its fresh, juicy fruit.",,14,88,New South Wales,Hilltops,,Nine Stones 2008 Shiraz (Hilltops),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-stones-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hilltops/,Shiraz,2008,Nine Stones 13,Red,France,"An elegant, stylish wine, with touches of toast, packed with blackberry juice, black cherries and good concentration. It's a wine with depth, richness, the berry fruits both delicious and fresh.",Ce Vin,12,88,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bellevue la Forêt 2007 Ce Vin Negrette (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-foret-2007-ce-vin-other-red-negrette-fronton/,Negrette,2007,Château Bellevue la Forêt 13.5,White,US,"Shows the brilliantly clean, racy acidity of Monterey that provides backbone and firmness to the citrus, peach, wildflower and mineral flavors. With a hint of diesel, it's a lovely California Riesling at a great price.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2008 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2008,Castle Rock 13,Red,Italy,"Generous and dense, this wine opens with plum aromas underpinning an herbal top note. The well-crafted palate unfolds a generous array of fruit flavors that slide into an edgy, mineral finish. Drink now with barbecued pork.",Serraboella,20,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cigliuti 2007 Serraboella (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2007-serraboella-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Cigliuti 13.5,Red,Spain,"Full, ripe and so tannic in its present form that it's scratchy and hard on the mouth. Aromas of ripe berry and syrup hint at its core power, while flavors of blackberry, fresh raisin and chocolate are true and good. A powerpacked wine with a fierce mouthfeel; only time can bring it around. Hold until 2011.",Tinto Roa Reserva,40,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Rauda 2004 Tinto Roa Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-rauda-2004-tinto-roa-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas y Viñedos Rauda 13.5,Red,Spain,"A heavier style of Rioja, with raisin and prune aromas and a brandied character. The palate is expectedly flush and ripe, with weight and size along with black cherry and herbal tea flavors. Shows good stamina and fullness on the finish. Ready to drink now before it starts to fade.",Barón D'Anglade Reserva,40,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2004 Barón D'Anglade Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2004-baron-danglade-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 13,White,US,"Pear, apple, citrus and flowers on the nose…a unique beginning. The wine offers soft and elegant flavors of white fruit and spice with good acidity to keep its elegant character going. A lingering, fresh finish. Pair with poultry or Asian cuisine.",,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2007 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2007-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Bloomer Creek 14.1,Red,US,"A lovely Zinfandel, soft and delicious. It has very ripe flavors of red cherries, red currants, raspberries, cocoa, anise and peppery spices, wrapped into rich, finely ground tannins. Drink now.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kokomo 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Kokomo 14.6,White,US,"This is a dry, full-bodied blend of unidentified varieties. It's a sound wine to pair with meats and cheeses, with rich tannins framing flavors of cherries, currants, cola, anise, tobacco, herbs and spices. Drink now.",Cuvée Iris,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kokomo 2007 Cuvée Iris Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-cuvee-iris-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2007,Kokomo 16,Red,US,"Despite the “valley” appellation, this is one of the highest elevation vineyards in Sonoma County. It's a dense, tannic, concentrated wine, with a deep core of black currants, black pepper and chocolate. Zinfanatics will absolutely love it, but it's very high in alcohol, almost Port-like, although the finish is absolutely dry.",Bismark Mountain Vineyard,65,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 2006 Bismark Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2006-bismark-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Hanna 14.5,Red,Australia,"On the oaky side of things, with lots of cedar, vanilla and baking spices supported by vaguely plum-like fruit flavors and plenty of weight on the palate. Drink it over the next few years.",The Dog,27,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Willow Bridge 2007 The Dog Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-bridge-2007-dog-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2007,Willow Bridge 14,Red,Spain,"Aromas of sawdust announce oak, but otherwise the nose is earthy and fairly attractive, with plum and rooty notes. Round, ripe, tannic and solid in the mouth, with broad flavors of black cherry, rubber and oak. Shows good grip on a slightly oaky, medicinal finish. Hold another nine months to let the oak settle.",Bestué de Otto Bestué Finca Santa Sabina,20,88,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodega Otto Bestué 2007 Bestué de Otto Bestué Finca Santa Sabina Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-otto-bestue-2007-de-finca-santa-sabina-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-somontano/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2007,Bodega Otto Bestué 13,Red,France,"A beefy wine, solid and structured. The tannins are dense, very dry, packed with the juiciest of black fruits, and promising a year or two's aging. There is a hint of perfume from wood and sweet fruits. A great wine for rich meats.",,14,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Caminade 2006 Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caminade-2006-red-cahors/,Red Blend,2006,Château la Caminade 14,Red,Italy,"An honest, straightforward Barbaresco with earth, woods and tar aromas interlaced with pine tones. Burly and tannic in texture, with a slightly drying finish enlivened by flower notes. Drink 2010–2012.",Rio Sordo Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pier 2001 Rio Sordo Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pier-2001-rio-sordo-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Pier 14,Red,Italy,"This attractive Dolcetto opens with dense concentration and pretty aromas of black fruit, plum, spice and cola. The wine's texture is chewy and dense, but fresh acidity appears at the end to keep the palate bright and clean.",Paié,23,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Pelassa 2006 Paié Dolcetto (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2006-paie-italian-red-dolcetto-langhe/,Dolcetto,2006,Pelassa 14,Red,Italy,"Beautiful in terms of intensity and consistency, this light style of Nebbiolo offers pretty aromas of forest fruit and crushed white pepper. Polished tannins bring up the rear and this wine would pair nicely with quiche or cheese flan.",,23,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Pelassa 2006 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2006-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pelassa 13,White,Spain,"A little heavy and sweet on the nose, but juicy and deep on the palate, with round, pleasant lemon, grapefruit and green melon flavors. Dry, pure and driving white wine with a long, clean finish. Galician Godello in good form.",Alma de Blanco,15,88,Galicia,Monterrei,,Pazo das Tapias 2008 Alma de Blanco Godello (Monterrei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-das-tapias-2008-alma-blanco-spanish-white-godello-monterrei/,Godello,2008,Pazo das Tapias 13.5,Red,Spain,"A round, full specimen with mineral-laden raspberry aromas and a fresh but serious palate of berry, cherry cough drop and fine rubber. There's a distinct creamy, oaky feel that's confirmed by finishing flavors of vanilla, mocha and woodspice. A step up the ladder for Campo de Borja.",,18,88,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2008 Garnacha-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2008-red-blend-garnacha-syrah-campo-borja/,Garnacha-Syrah,2008,Pagos del Moncayo 15,Red,Argentina,"Praise before criticism, and we like the wine's stocky body, bright color and mouthfeel. In those categories, it's a high flier. But there's also a briny, pickled accent to the nose and accents of olive, rhubarb and herbaceousness. Interesting in that it differs greatly from Alta Vista's Temis.",Single Vineyard Serenade,50,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Alta Vista 2006 Single Vineyard Serenade Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2006-single-vineyard-serenade-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2006,Alta Vista 13.5,White,US,"Clean and crisp, with classic flavors of lemons, limes and gooseberries, softened with a touch of buttercream and vanilla. The finish is fine and has a touch of sweet honeysuckle. A good value.",Vintner's Reserve,12,88,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,Italy,"A youthful, fruity expression of Nebbiolo with roses, gardenia and candied orange dominating the nose while worn leather and mulch flavors back up cherry fruit in the mouth. This wine's strongest point is its long, rose-flavored finish. Best now through 2011.",Martinenga,28,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2007 Martinenga Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2007-martinenga-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14.5,Red,Spain,"Definitely a once-ripe, raisiny wine with hard Toro tannins and molasses aromas and flavors. Borderline syrupy but with enough structure and grip to make the grade. Warming and rich wine, with a fierce strucutre and big tannic framework. Drink now.",12 Meses,19,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cyan 2003 12 Meses (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyan-2003-12-meses-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Cyan 12.5,White,Spain,"Crisp on the bouquet, with green apple and controlled fresh celery aromas. The palate is also fresh, with basic roundness, bounce and natural flavors of apple cider, citrus and lime. Finishes with a slice of white grapefruit and a tiny spot of pith. Drink immediately.",,18,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Ermita Veracruz 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ermita-veracruz-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Ermita Veracruz 14,Red,Argentina,"Warm, rich aromas of wild berry carry a hint of dried cheese, while the rest of the bouquet is woodsy and spicy. The palate is juicy with fresh acidity, and the flavors of red plum and raspberry are solid. A structured wine with good DNA. Drink now through 2011.",Q,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2007 Q Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2007-q-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Zuccardi 14,Red,Italy,"This modern-style Dolcetto has plenty of dark, jammy fruit, a chunky crowd-pleasing personality and enough structure underneath to give it longevity and length. A pleasant if nontraditional take on Dolcetto.",Vigna Sorì Rocca,18,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Tenuta Rocca 2004 Vigna Sorì Rocca (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2004-vigna-sori-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2004,Tenuta Rocca 14.5,Red,US,"A very dry, somewhat herbal Merlot, with a brittle, tannic mouthfeel. It has flavors of black cherries, currants and sage. Feels elegant and sophisticated in the mouth, a wine to drink now.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Waterstone 14,Red,Australia,"Made in a mouthfilling, supple style, this cheerful blend is easy to like and easy on the pocketbook. Black cherry and vanilla notes are perhaps a little simple, but carried along by a rich, creamy mouthfeel and a lingering finish, they make for a satisfying glass of hearty red. Drink now-2014.",Memsie Shiraz-Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,15,88,Victoria,Bendigo,,Water Wheel 2008 Memsie Shiraz-Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon Red (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/water-wheel-2008-memsie-shiraz-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-red-bendigo/,Red Blend,2008,Water Wheel 15,Red,US,"A big, fat, ripe, unctuous wine. Shows massive black cherry, chocolate and cedar flavors, with prickly spices through the finish, and firm tannins. Bold and impressive now with rich fare.",,40,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2006 Petit Verdot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2006-petit-verdot-petite-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petit Verdot,2006,Steven Kent 14.5,Red,Italy,"After initial notes of fresh paint blew off, deep berry fruit and woodsy aromas took over, making for a strong opening. Red plum and campfire flavors unfold in the mouth and show good depth. The lightly spiced finish winds up slightly hot. Will hold a year or two but unlikely to improve substantially.",Bionzo,50,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,La Spinetta 2005 Bionzo (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinetta-2005-bionzo-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2005,La Spinetta 13.8,White,US,"The wine brims with pineapples, Asian pears and papayas, dusted with every spice in your pantry. It's bone dry, with a crisp bite of acidity. A touch of oak and lees gives it a rich edge of cream and buttered toast.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Kunde 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the fruity ripeness that Paso Robles so easily achieves, with waves of blackberries and cassis. Yet there's also good structure, with rich, fine tannins and a good spine of acidity. With a slightly sweet finish, it's an elegant Cabernet to drink now.",,21,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Hall 14,Red,Australia,"There's a healthy 8% Viognier in the blend, but this wine doesn't come across as overtly apricotty. Instead, it delivers big blueberries and blackberries on the nose and hints of plum and cola, with just a hint of raisining. It's full bodied—almost viscous in texture—balanced by crisp acids on the finish. Drink now-2016.",,27,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2008 Shiraz-Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2008-shiraz-syrah-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Kangarilla Road 14.5,Red,Australia,"Long a steak house staple, Kangarilla Road's Shiraz mixes dark berries and plums with touches of cedar, caramel and vanilla. The creamy-textured tannins pick up just enough dustiness on the finish to match well with fatty cuts, like ribeyes. Drink now-2015.",,23,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2007 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Kangarilla Road 14.9,White,US,"Very rich, oaky and acidic, showing the crisp, minerally profile that usually marks white wines from this Monterey appellation. The flavors veer toward lemons, limes and Asian pears. Drink this drily elegant Chardonnay now.",Arroyo Vista,25,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2007 Arroyo Vista Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2007-arroyo-vista-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2007,J. Lohr 14,Red,Italy,A sinewy wine that begins with barnyard and blueberries wrapped around a mineral core. The palate is earthy and medium-bodied with diffuse berry and molasses notes that lead to a medium finish with jazzy white pepper spice. A good partner for hangar steak. Drink now.,Serraboella,30,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cigliuti 2006 Serraboella (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2006-serraboella-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Cigliuti 15,Red,Argentina,"From 83-year-old vines, this is an opaque wine with pastry/graham cracker aromas and a little bit of leather and funk. The palate has hard-hitting, cheek-slapping tannins and dense but herbal plum, blackberry and salinic flavors. It's not elegant or sleek, but it is big, thick and makes its point.",Finca Montuiri,19,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Mayol 2007 Finca Montuiri Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-mayol-2007-finca-montuiri-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Familia Mayol 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-Syrah blend is very good, a dry, full-bodied red that will be versatile at the table. It shows deep flavors of blackberries, cherries and cocoa, with edges of bacon, cola, anise, orange zest and sweet dried herbs. It's a fine wine to enjoy over the next three years.",Maximus,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2006 Maximus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2006-maximus-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Bennett Lane 14.5,Red,US,"A good Cabernet, if a little sharp in acidity. Firmly tannic and dry, it has deep, impressive flavors of blackberries, black currants, unsweetened dark chocolate and smoky oak. The sharpness continues through the finish. Could mellow out with age.",,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bennett Lane 13.5,Red,Italy,"A little earthy, but some charming aromas of licorice and tar show through on the slightly diffuse nose. Nebbiolo's normally grippy tannins have been beaten into submission here, providing a soft frame for leather and strawberry flavors which follow through to the moderate finish. Should gain complexity from a year or two in the cellar.",,44,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Beni di Batasiolo 2004 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2004-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2004,Beni di Batasiolo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant but gripping, with cherry, violet and leather notes on the nose, followed by a rapberry and rose-infused palate. Black earth and berry notes flavor the long finish. The very austere tannins will need until 2012 to come around.",Ravera,74,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Azienda Agricola Cogno 2004 Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agricola-cogno-2004-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Azienda Agricola Cogno 14,Red,Argentina,"Cherry, cough drop, mineral, heat and red licorice on the nose, with medicinal raspberry and plum flavors. Snappy and fresh in the mouth, with a rooty finish touched up by vanilla. Flavorful and properly executed, with a slight intrusion of cherry cough medicine.",Reserve,20,88,Other,Neuquén,,Alpataco 2006 Reserve Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpataco-2006-reserve-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2006,Alpataco 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Hot and crusty smelling at first blush and then the nose turns to mocha and smoky berry. Good mouthfeel, rich and balanced, with a fresh quality as well. Solid, complete red wine with a nice berry-packed Merlot character.",,10,88,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2007 Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2007-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2007,Andeluna 13.5,White,US,"Very ripe and bright in acidity, with clean, vibrant flavors of Meyer lemon custard, Key lime pie, vanilla sorbet and crème brûlée flavors. Could be more elegant, but it's certainly not shy.",Reserve,14,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Terra Sávia 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-savia-2008-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2008,Terra Sávia 13,Red,France,"A smooth, velvet textured wine. It has some weight, but the balance is what is most attractive about this wine. It has spice, crisp black currant fruits and intense freshness that tips over into final acidity.",Clos des Verdots,13,88,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château les Tours des Verdots 2007 Clos des Verdots Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tours-verdots-2007-clos-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château les Tours des Verdots 13.8,Red,US,"A polished, pretty Syrah. It's black in color and very soft, and tastes like a blackberry- and blueberry-infused chocolate drink, with hints of bacon. Luscious and ready to drink now.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Brander 14.5,Red,US,"Like pepper in your Syrahs? This one's for you. It's distinctly Californian, in the superripe blackberry, currant and chocolate flavors. The appealing softness suggests drinking now.",Clover Creek Vineyard,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Brander 2008 Clover Creek Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2008-clover-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Brander 14,Red,Spain,"There's an exotic twist to the nose, which rests on black cherry, plum and a splash of black coffee. The palate is sound and structured, with dark fruit flavors accented by spice and tea notes. Comfortable on the finish, with good tannins and acids holding it all together. Drink now.",Crianza,30,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Qumrán 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-qumran-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Qumrán 14.8,Red,US,"Rich and dry, with pleasant blackberry, cherry, currant and cedar flavors. Sometimes Central Coast Cabs can be green, but not this one. An elegant, complex wine for drinking now and through 2012.",Twisted Sisters,28,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calcareous 2007 Twisted Sisters Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-twisted-sisters-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Calcareous 13,White,Spain,"Peachy, mildly sweet, smooth and inviting. Godeval always makes a true and easy wine that showcases the essence of Godello but doesn't go off the blueprint. Flavors of apple and citrus are well blended, and the grapefruity finish is only mildly pithy. Eminently drinkable white wine from Spain.",Cosecha,19,88,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Godeval 2008 Cosecha Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-godeval-2008-cosecha-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2008,Viña Godeval 14.1,White,US,"Quite a nice white wine for its acidity and sophistication, which is a function of the crispness. Shows clean, lively flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, wildflowers and vanilla, with umami notes of cashew nut and foie gras. Dry, but feels honey-rich on the finish.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2008 Sémillon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-semillon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sémillon,2008,Fenestra 14,Red,Argentina,"Clean, straightforward aromas of berry, cassis and mineral are nice, while the palate has ample lushness, purity and focus. Flavors of cola, black currant and blackberry are solid, and the finish keeps its pose. On the money for a regular, journeyman's Malbec.",Saurus Patagonia Select,20,88,Other,Neuquén,,Familia Schroeder 2007 Saurus Patagonia Select Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2007-saurus-patagonia-select-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2007,Familia Schroeder 14.5,Red,Italy,"Woodsy notes are intertwined with cedar, rose and flowery aromas that evolve into rose petal and cherry flavors on the palate. While not concentrated, this wine is quite elegant and approachable in its youth. Drink now to 2014.",Serralunga,55,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Principiano Ferdinando 2004 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principiano-ferdinando-2004-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Principiano Ferdinando 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pio Cesare's Barbera is a modern interpretation of a traditional grape, and a well-done one at that. Refined notes of mocha, cinnamon and vanilla vie with vibrant strawberry fruit while lively acidity lifts and supports the wine. Coffee notes dominate the perfumed, medium-length finish.",,22,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 2006 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2006-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Pio Cesare 14,Red,Australia,"A dusty, savory style of Shiraz, with elements of smoke, earth, black olive and cola all rolled into a medium-bodied Shiraz with some drying tannins. Drink it over the next couple of years with rare beef or lamb.",,14,87,New South Wales,Hilltops,,Nine Stones 2007 Shiraz (Hilltops),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-stones-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hilltops/,Shiraz,2007,Nine Stones 12.5,Dessert,US,"Very sweet, with flavors of honey, apricot jam, orange essence and smoky vanilla. There's lots of good acidity to make it clean. Could be more concentrated, though.",Viento Vineyard Late Harvest,21,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Scheid 2007 Viento Vineyard Late Harvest Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scheid-2007-viento-vineyard-late-harvest-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2007,Scheid 12.5,Rose,France,"There is a fresh, crisp character to this light rosé. It is eye-watering in its refreshing character, with balancing acidity, smoothing out the edges with a touch of caramel.",,12,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Mirail 2008 Cabernet Merlot (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mirail-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Cabernet Merlot,2008,Domaine de Mirail 12,Red,France,"A wine that is so easy to drink, with its fresh berry fruits, light stalkiness and gentle tannins. It is fruity, juicy, bursting with bright acidity and easy flavors. Screwcap.",Colombelle,9,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2008 Colombelle Red (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2008-colombelle-red-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Red Blend,2008,Producteurs Plaimont 13.7,Red,US,"There's a streak of green mint that cuts through the cherry and cola flavors, leaving behind a sharp hit of acid. Doesn't seem likely to develop with age, but good for its dry silkiness.",,47,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Derbes 2006 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derbes-2006-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Derbes 14.7,Red,US,"A good, ruggedly tannic Merlot, with lots of sweet blackberry, cherry and red currant flavors. Tastes sweet in jammy fruit, with rustic tannins. Drink now.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Nobos 2005 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobos-2005-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2005,Nobos 12.5,Rose,France,"A lively wine, layering wild strawberry and vanilla flavors with a light spritz and sweetshop candy. The acidity is crisp, apple skin fresh.",Rosé,13,84,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Cahuzac 2008 Rosé Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cahuzac-2008-rose-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2008,Château Cahuzac 13.5,Red,US,"Cherry, anise and vanilla on the nose lead into cherry and spice on the palate. The wine is lively and cheerful, with a touch of brooding allure on the finish.",Sette 7 Red Table Wine,17,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari NV Sette 7 Red Table Wine Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-nv-sette-7-red-table-wine-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Macari 13.6,Red,US,"Warming spice, cherry and plum on the nose and palate give this wine a food-friendly edge. A touch of smoke and mocha adds appeal. Pair with grilled meats, pastas.",Social Club Red,15,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Brooklyn Oenology 2006 Social Club Red Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooklyn-oenology-2006-social-club-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Brooklyn Oenology 13.8,White,US,"Citrus, apple, spice and flowers on the nose and palate give this pretty wine dimension. It's a simply good sip that will pair well with spicy cuisine and seafood.",Sawmill Creek Vineyards,36,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2007 Sawmill Creek Vineyards Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2007-sawmill-creek-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Red Newt Cellars 12,Rose,US,"Vanilla, cherry, strawberry and spice on the nose is followed by slightly smokier, bigger flavors on the palate. The wine has a fruity character backed by pepper and spice. Clean and suited for myriad flavors, from seafood salad to grilled lamb.",Dry,12,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2008 Dry Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2008-dry-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 11,Red,US,"This friendly red blend, made with Cabernet, Steuben and Ives, starts with aromas of allspice, cherry and pepper followed by flavors of fresh, tart red berry and spice. It's a fun and easy-drinking red that will pair well with myriad dishes, from pasta to grilled steaks.",Old Mill Red,11,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Niagara Landing NV Old Mill Red Red (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niagara-landing-nv-old-mill-red-other/,Red Blend,,Niagara Landing 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Tart, lean red fruit aromas don't give much reason to plow forward, but if you do expect a high-acidity wine with a snappy mouthfeel and flavors of rhubarb, red plum and raspberry. Not much body or anything else, really.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa de Campo 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-campo-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Casa de Campo 13.5,White,US,"Dry, acidic and watery, with a suggestion of lemon and lime fruit.",,12,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Lockwood 14.1,White,US,"Raw and simple, with lemon and lime flavors that taste unnaturally oaked in sweet smoky vanilla.",,16,81,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2008 Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Fenestra 13.8,White,Argentina,"Rather flat and oily smelling, resulting in a low-pulse bouquet. The mouth is wet and chunky as it features sweet mango and cantaloupe flavors. Orange candy and sweetness is about all you get on the finish.",,16,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Tapiz 12.5,Red,US,"As the name suggests, this is a sweet red with a touch of candied appeal. The nose offers red berries and a touch of smoke and spice; the palate is fruity with an underpinning of cedar and pepper. Fun but simple.",Red Sweetie Glaciers End Red Table Wine,13,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara NV Red Sweetie Glaciers End Red Table Wine Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-nv-red-sweetie-glaciers-end-red-table-wine-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,,Martha Clara 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells like a dog badly in need of a bath, and alongside those funky aromas there's berry fruit and bubblegum. The palate is forceful and sort of heavy and tannic, with herbal, semitart plum flavors. Bright and lively, but unsophisticated, with poor aromas.",Joven Roble,20,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 2008 Joven Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-2008-joven-roble-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Pago de los Capellanes ,Red,US,"This small- production wine showcases the wild, feral and lonely personality of this winery's extreme coastal mountain location, offering the most exotic flavors that are hard to describe. Asian pears, pomegranates, Dr. Pepper cola, red currants, licorice, bacon and rare berries like mulberries and loganberries come to mind. It's softly delicious and drinkable now, yet has a firm acidic structure that suggests aging into the future. It will be fascinating to watch this wine develop over the next decade.",Vivien,70,97,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2006 Vivien Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2006-vivien-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2006,Failla ,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. While there is a surprising amount of wood here, the fruit gives a great ripe swathe of blackberry and red plum flavors. The wood spice goes with an impressive weight of fruit, shining through a lovely, perfumed aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ausone ,Dessert,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. Impressively balanced, with the fruit rich, intense with a golden glow. The acidity is as important as the freshness, giving a delicious lift to the core of dry, concentrated botrytis. Obviously a great wine for long-term aging in a great Sauternes year.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Yquem 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dyquem-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château d'Yquem 13,Sparkling,US,"Aged on the lees for 13 years, this wine has developed stunning creaminess and complexity. Made from 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, it shows a hazelnut smokiness, with fantastically rich, subtle layers of limes, apples, tangerine zest, minerals and yeast. There's a honeyed richness to the finish, which balances high acidity, making it feel dry. A tremendous brut that should develop for years to come. Now–2020, in a cool cellar. Production was 50 cases.",Joy!,147,98,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse NV Joy! Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-nv-joy-sparkling-green-valley-105684/,Sparkling Blend,,Iron Horse 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific Pinot, and one of the few that absolutely demands cellaring. The tannic structure is enormous, providing a sandpapery dryness to the palate. Yet the flavor explosion is so powerful, you can enjoy it now with utter satisfaction. Erupts in grilled blackberry and cherry, Dr. Pepper cola, bacon, anise, sautéed wild mushroom and smoky sandalwood flavors, leading to a spicy finish that continues for a full minute. Glorious and decadent. The winemaker was Sashi Moorman, from Stolpman, and the vineyard was planted in 1994 to the Calera clone. Only 115 cases were produced. Drink now–2017.",Occidental Vineyard,150,98,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Evening Land 2007 Occidental Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2007-occidental-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Evening Land 13.8,White,Argentina,"Generic, mealy, bland and flat banana aromas and flavors. Not so bad that you can't drink it but impossible to get excited about.",,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2008 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2008-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2008,Zolo 13,White,Spain,"Dusty, flat and about half oxidized, this is a bland version of Verdejo that isn't unpalatable but lags behind the field. Hits with a thud; very little life to it.",,9,80,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Cantosán 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cantosan-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Viña Cantosán 13.6,Red,US,"Simple, soft and dull, with vegetal aromas and flavors that barely suggest cherries.",Reserve,8,80,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2008 Reserve Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2008-reserve-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2008,Oak Grove 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes sweet and alcoholic, with vegetal flavors that barely break into berries and cocoa.",Old Vine,13,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Nine x Nine 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-x-nine-2006-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2006,Nine x Nine 14,Red,Spain,"Out of balance and lacking freshness on the nose. Baked aromas and old leather scents don't impress, and the palate is saucy and heavy, with tomato paste, cooked plum and green herb flavors.",Seis de Azul y Garanza,23,80,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Azul y Garanza 2007 Seis de Azul y Garanza Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azul-garanza-2007-seis-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-navarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Azul y Garanza 13,Red,Argentina,"Light, transparent and candied with underdeveloped, boring flavors and a mild chemical harshness. Barely worth a look. 40,000 cases produced.",Estate Bottled,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rio Seco 2007 Estate Bottled Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rio-seco-2007-estate-bottled-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Rio Seco 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Narrow aromas of brick dust, tomato and dried fruits are none too impressive, and the sticky palate of sweet, baked, candied black fruit tastes more like molasses than anything. Gritty and burnt tasting on the finish.",Elsa,9,81,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2008 Elsa Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2008-elsa-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Valentín Bianchi 13,White,US,"Sweet in fruit and oak, with simple, candied flavors of pineapple jam and vanilla custard.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Round Hill 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Gaseous aromas include notes of animal, burnt meat and muddy earth. The palate is gummy and cloying, with sweet, syrupy flavors of candied fruit. Shows a weedy character and a jumbled persona.",,13,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Argento 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells citric and green, with carob notes that seem artificial and forced. Very simple, creamy and candied, with faux chocolate flavors and sweet fruit. Finishes like a strawberry dipped in cheap chocolate. Modest quality at best.",,12,81,Other,Famatina Valley,,Pircas Negras 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pircas-negras-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-famatina-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pircas Negras 10,Rose,US,"Overtly sugary, basically a dessert wine, with raspberry, vanilla and spice flavors.",Zinfandel,10,81,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2008 Zinfandel Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2008-zinfandel-rose-other/,Rosé,2008,Glen Ellen 13.9,Red,Spain,"Green and lean Garnacha, with tobacco, celery and other vegetal aromas. Chunky in the mouth, but rather sour tasting, with grassy, green fruit and bite. Not a prime-time player.",Condesa de Sarabella,6,81,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodega Virgen de la Sierra 2007 Condesa de Sarabella Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-virgen-sierra-2007-condesa-sarabella-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2007,Bodega Virgen de la Sierra 13,Red,Argentina,"Low intensity red fruit aromas are better than the sour orange peel and stemmy bramble that mar the wine's nose and core flavors. Tart, tight red wine with a narrow mouthfeel, tannic grab and rhubarb on the finish.",,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2007 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2007-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2007,Espiritu de Argentina 14.5,Red,Australia,"Tastes highly confected, with strawberry and raspberry aromas and flavors that come across almost like bubble gum or cotton candy. Dissappointing.",,18,81,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,RockBare 2007 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockbare-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,RockBare 14.8,White,Argentina,"A hint of orange escapes from an otherwise acrid, oily nose, while the flavors of nectarine, peach and lychee are pithy and bitter. Can't offer a whole lot of positives about this weird Viognier.",Reserva,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2008 Reserva Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2008-reserva-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2008,Lagarde 14.9,Red,US,"Dull and vegetal, with modest cherry flavors. But the texture is smooth and the finish is dry.",,26,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2006 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,Lucas & Lewellen 13.5,White,US,"Bizarre and exaggerated flavors of buttered popcorn and caramel dominate this wine, which otherwise has crisp flavors of pineapples. At this price, it will appeal to lots of people.",Discoveries,10,82,California,California Other,California,Firestone 2008 Discoveries Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2008-discoveries-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Firestone 12.5,White,Italy,"The Canti suffers from a lack of acidity, which mars the pleasant minerality and apricot jam flavors of the wine. The low acid gives the wine little presence on the palate, and a short finish.",Canti,13,82,Piedmont,Gavi,,Fratelli Martini 2005 Canti (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-martini-2005-canti-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2005,Fratelli Martini 14.6,Red,US,"Sweet and simple. Tastes like melted cherry and blackberry jam, mixed with cola, cocoa, white sugar and spices.",Cigar Zin,25,82,California,California Other,California,Cosentino 2006 Cigar Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2006-cigar-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2006,Cosentino 15.9,Red,US,"Ultraripe, simple and almost as sweet as jelly, with flavors of cherries, raspberries and vanilla. The alcohol is 15.9%.",,21,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Cinnabar 13.5,Red,Argentina,"An austere wine with candied cherry and citrus peel aromas. Inordinately hard and sharp in the mouth, with sour berry flavors and no soft spots. Exceedingly fresh and snappy, but a big step down from previous vintages.",,13,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alamos 14.1,Rose,US,"Nice and crisp and silky in texture, but far too sweet for a table wine, with sugary flavors of raspberries and nougat, which is a sugary almond paste.",Pinot Noir,18,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Adobe Road 2008 Pinot Noir Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adobe-road-2008-pinot-noir-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2008,Adobe Road 15.9,Red,US,"Not a very successful wine. It's hot and glyceriney-sweet, with enormously high alcohol framing jammy flavors of blackberries and chocolate.",,28,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2006 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2006-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2006,Calcareous 13.8,Red,US,"Soft and a bit sweet in jammy blackberries and cherries, with lots of pepper. Compromised by some unripe green mint flavors.",Reserve,8,82,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2008 Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2008-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Oak Grove 13.6,Red,US,"Harsh and jammy, with thin flavors of cherries and pepper, accompanied by sharp acids. Okay in a pinch.",Reserve,8,82,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2008 Reserve Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2008,Oak Grove 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Chemical notes make for a less-than-promising begining but ease into pretty apricot, elderflower and honey flavors. Finish is longer than most, with nice balancing acidity. Drink now.",,13,82,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Umberto Fiore 2008 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-fiore-2008-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2008,Umberto Fiore 11,White,US,"Tastes sugary sweet, with a spritzy feeling like a sparkling wine and simple flavors of raspberries and vanilla. Technically, it's a flawed wine, but millions of people will love it.",Valley Oaks White,9,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2008 Valley Oaks White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2008-valley-oaks-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Fetzer 13,White,US,"This wine starts with a showy nose of vanilla, nuts and oranges/citrus, leading into like flavors with a spin of spice. It's a bigger style Chardonnay that will pair well with richer dishes: think salmon, creamy poultry, steak.",Reserve,34,82,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Penns Woods 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penns-woods-2005-reserve-chardonnay-pennsylvania/,Chardonnay,2005,Penns Woods 14.1,Red,US,"A rugged wine, with harsh tannins and a green, unripe taste to the cherry-berry flavors.",Adobe Red,15,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clayhouse 2007 Adobe Red Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2007-adobe-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2007,Clayhouse 13.9,White,US,"Made from Pinot Gris, this dry white wine tastes too oaky in buttered toast, buttered popcorn and caramel. It finishes with raw acidity.",Giallo,20,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jalama 2007 Giallo White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jalama-2007-giallo-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,White Blend,2007,Jalama 7,Dessert,Italy,Aromas of fresh summer fruits are countered by an earthy note whose contribution is questionable. Light on the palate with nice strawberry fruit but turns a bit cloying on the finish. Mousse lacks persistence. Drink now.,Rosa Regale,22,82,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2007 Rosa Regale (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2007-rosa-regale-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,2007,Vigne Regali 13,Red,Italy,"The immediate sensation is of sulfur and reduction; underneath there is some greeness but also bright red fruit and floral flavors, with a short to medium finish.",,14,82,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giribaldi 2004 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-2004-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2004,Giribaldi 13.9,Red,US,Disagreeable for its harsh acidity and vegetal streak that mars the cherries and suggests a bitter green herb. Disappointing.,,24,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Crema 13.5,Red,US,"This wine starts with a combination of herbs, allspice and cinnamon leading into spicy, red berry flavors. A touch angular, but its dry character makes it easy to pair with food. Think spicy cuisine, grilled beef or hamburgers.",Diavolo,33,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2006 Diavolo Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2006-diavolo-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2006,Vivác Winery 14,Red,Australia,"This is a simple, cherry-dominated fruity quaff at a realistic price. It's only light to medium in body, with crisp acids and a bit of tannic astringency on the finish.",The Long Paddock,10,83,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 2007 The Long Paddock Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2007-the-long-paddock-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2007,Redbank 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Opens nicely, with peach pie and baked pear shot through with notes of Fernet Branca. Turns a bit earthy and slightly frothy in the mouth. The high level of sweetness and moderate acidity make this a good choice for pairing with dessert. Drink now.",Nettare,16,83,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Massimiliano Vivalda NV Nettare (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimiliano-vivalda-nv-nettare-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,,Massimiliano Vivalda 20,Dessert,US,"Everything's nice about this dessert wine except for the thinness of flavor. It's honey-sweet, with firm tannins and a bracing jolt of warming alcohol, with sweet caramelization from wood. But the fruit is dilute. Needs greater concentration.",Orgaz Zinfandel,26,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Optima 2006 Orgaz Zinfandel Port (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/optima-2006-orgaz-zinfandel-port-blend-port-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Port,2006,Optima 13.5,White,US,"Delicate citrus, spice and flowers lead this pretty Chardonnay from Macari. On the palate, attractive flavors of toast, citrus and fresh fruit are soft and subtle. A pretty wine for everyday cuisine.",Barrel Fermented Reserve,23,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2005 Barrel Fermented Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2005-barrel-fermented-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2005,Macari 13.5,Red,US,"Full-bodied, dry and robust, with flavors of berries, leather, tobacco and spices. It's a rustic, tannic wine, but this is a decent price for a double bottle.",Reserve,10,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2007 Reserve Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2007-reserve-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2007,Glen Ellen 13.5,Red,US,"Basic everyday Pinot Noir. It's dry, with simple cola and cherry flavors, and a grating acidity.",,14,83,California,California Other,California,Five Rivers 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Five Rivers 14.9,Red,US,"Heavy and tannic and rather dull now, and overripe, too. Shows blackberry jam, chocolate and currant flavors that veer into stewed prunes. Drink now.",,45,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2006 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,B Cellars 12.5,Red,US,"This red starts with a nose of mint, spice and clove, leading into subtle flavors of cherry, menthol and spice. Approachable and easy drinking, with a rustic, appealing edge.",Francesca Rossa,13,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2006 Francesca Rossa Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2006-francesca-rossa-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bellangelo 14.9,White,US,"An awkward Chardonnay that's too strong and exaggerated for balance. Shows New World flavors of superripe pineapple jam and vanilla custard, with a honey-sweet finish.",Peters Vineyard,28,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kokomo 2007 Peters Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-peters-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Kokomo 15.8,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, jammy blackberry, cherry and chocolate fruit and sweet smoky oak in this wine, but not much else in the way of structure. Ready now.",,34,83,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-york-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Calcareous 13,Red,Italy,"This is a one-trick pony, but it's got quite a nice trick. Candied cherry aromas are the opener and follow through on the crisp palate. Little tannin is in evidence on the finish, where cherry flavors are joined by some boysenberry notes. A good choice for pasta in a tomato sauce.",,16,83,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Bricco dei Guazzi 2006 Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-guazzi-2006-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2006,Bricco dei Guazzi 13,Red,Italy,"Crisp but smooth, this Piedmont blend shows straightforward blueberry and barnyard notes upfront while the palate offers up some fall leaves and ash flavors before fading to an earthy finish. Drink up.",La Presidenta,20,83,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Bricco dei Guazzi 2005 La Presidenta Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-guazzi-2005-presidenta-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2005,Bricco dei Guazzi 13.6,Red,US,"Dry and sharp in acidity, with slightly green flavors of blackberries, blueberries, coffee and mint. Drink now.",Vaquero Vineyard,15,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2007 Vaquero Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2007-vaquero-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Muirwood 13,Rose,Spain,"After many years of singing the praises of Muga's rosé, this vintage seems lacking and sour. The nose is short and quiet, while the palate delivers lean, citric flavors and a sharp, scouring finish. Whets the whistle, but doesn't put a smile on your face.",,12,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2008 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2008-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2008,Muga 13.5,Red,US,"Strongly flavored and rustic in the mouth, with harsh, not quite ripe tannins framing jammy flavors of cherries, coffee and spice. This tough wine needs rich, oily meats and cheeses to balance it.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2006 Teroldego (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2006-italian-red-teroldego-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Teroldego,2006,Mosby 14,Red,Argentina,"Baked, saucy and mildly burnt smelling, with a sweet, faux-chocolate edge to balance things out. The palate is bland and creamy, with milk chocolate, baked fruit and pepper flavors. Has thickness but is challenged in terms of taste and aromas.",Classic,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2008 Classic Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2008-classic-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alta Vista 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Opens with gravelly raspberry aromas and sour citrus notes. The palate is high in acidity, while the main flavors are black fruit, licorice and rubber. Licorice reappears on the finish, which is sweet but hard.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Tercos 2007 Bonarda (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercos-2007-other-red-bonarda-maipu/,Bonarda,2007,Tercos 13.5,White,Argentina,"Apple juice, brine and slightly sour smelling aromas, with an extremely soft palate of papaya and not much else. Finishes sweet, honeyed, flat and almondy. Seems to have already gone past its prime.",Los Cardos,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2008 Los Cardos Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2008-los-cardos-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Doña Paula 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Mildly pickled red-fruit aromas fail to convey freshness or ripeness, and so it's no surprise that the core flavors are a bit herbal and briney. Decent mouthfeel helps it along, while the finish is short and borders on medicinal.",Rosillo,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domados 2007 Rosillo Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domados-2007-rosillo-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Domados 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, with flavors of cherries, herbs and tobacco. Not a lot going on, but this is a good price for a sturdy, full-bodied red wine.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2007 Petit Verdot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2007-petit-verdot-petite-central-coast-monterey-county/,Petit Verdot,2007,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,US,"Spiced meats, cherry and pepper give this plucky red a food-friendly edge. On the palate, it's spicy and slightly tart, with cranberry, blueberry and crushed herbs. Earthy and dry, the wine will pair well with spiced meat and pastas.",Divino,27,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2006 Divino Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2006-divino-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2006,Vivác Winery 14,Red,Argentina,"Firm raspberry and cherry aromas, but nothing more, and then a tight, tough palate with syrupy, baked berry flavors and molasses. Turns mildly buttery on the finish, and always does it seem on the sweet and sticky side.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Las Perdices 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-las-perdices-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Viña Las Perdices 13.5,Red,US,"Cherry, pepper and warming spices lead on the red from Virginia. On the palate, cedar, spice and pepper are delivered in a big package. Pair with grilled meat, spicy cuisine.",Rooster Red Wine,20,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar NV Rooster Red Wine Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-nv-rooster-red-wine-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Veramar 16.2,Red,Australia,"This wine's 16.2% alcohol is a dominant feature, and although it offers some rich raisined aromas and flavors of dried fruit and spice, it starts warm and finishes hot. Drink now.",Samantha's Garden,60,83,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Two Hands 2007 Samantha's Garden Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2007-samanthas-garden-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Two Hands ,White,US,"Big aromas of pineapple, citrus and flowers lead on this Chardonnay/Pinot Grigio blend. On the palate, lemon, ripe fruit and honey flavors are sweet and somewhat aggressive. A fun wine to pair with cheeses, dessert.",Manitou,10,83,Michigan,Leelanau Peninsula,,Good Harbor 2007 Manitou Chardonnay-Pinot Gris (Leelanau Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/good-harbor-2007-manitou-white-blend-chardonnay-pinot-gris-leelanau-peninsula/,Chardonnay-Pinot Gris,2007,Good Harbor 13.2,Red,US,"Black fruit, pepper and spice lead this likeable sip from Kentucky. Red berry, cranberry and plum fruit mixed with pepper and vanilla gives it dimension, and the finish is both tart and spicy. A nice everyday red perfect for winter cuisine.",Estate,35,83,Kentucky,Kentucky,,Elk Creek Vineyards 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc (Kentucky),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-creek-2007-estate-cabernet-franc-kentucky/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Elk Creek Vineyards 13.8,Red,US,"Harsh, rustic and slightly sweet. The acids give the cherry and root beer flavors a sour candy taste. Drink now.",Block 7,17,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2007 Block 7 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2007-block-7-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lockwood 13,Red,US,"Harsh and sharp in tannins and acids, but this is a pretty good price for a dry, full-bodied red wine with blackberry and currant flavors. Drink with rustic fare, such as burgers or pasta with sausages.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Montevina 13.5,Red,US,"A bit heavy and soft, although it's nicely dry, with good tannins. The cherry flavors are mixed with herbs, with a touch of smoky oak.",Discoveries,10,83,California,California Other,California,Firestone 2007 Discoveries Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2007-discoveries-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Firestone 14,Red,Argentina,"Wayward and slightly weedy on the nose, with candied fruit notes that help it along. The palate is more acidic and rhubarby than ideal, although the tartness is offset by a creamy flavor of carob bean. Short and hot on the finish; acceptable but not well executed.",Los Cardos,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2008 Los Cardos Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2008-los-cardos-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Doña Paula 15.5,Red,US,"Honey-sweet and simple, with crisp, jammy flavors of berries, cherries and cocoa. It's a Bordeaux blend with a splash of Viognier.",Sedulous,28,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Rivino 2006 Sedulous Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivino-2006-sedulous-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2006,Rivino 14,Red,Spain,"Typically Navarran in that the nose is green, with herbal aromas along with cherry and heat. The palate has decent weight and feel, but the flavors are rooty and herbal, with a similar finish. Solid but probably more herbal/green than what most people are seeking.",Gamma Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Tempranillo,9,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Piedemonte 2007 Gamma Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Tempranillo Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-piedemonte-2007-gamma-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-tempranillo-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2007,Bodegas Piedemonte 13.8,Red,US,"Simple and rather sweet, with sour candy flavors of cherries, red currants, vanilla and smoky oak. Easy to drink with everyday fare.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Five Rivers 2006 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2006-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2006,Five Rivers 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts out short and dry on the nose, with little fruit character. The palate is also on the hard and lean side, with tart strawberry and raspberry flavors. Short but mild on the finish; fades away fast.",Saurus Patagonia Select,20,83,Other,Neuquén,,Familia Schroeder 2007 Saurus Patagonia Select Merlot (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2007-saurus-patagonia-select-merlot-neuquen/,Merlot,2007,Familia Schroeder 14,Red,Italy,"Despite good persistence and appealing earth and leather flavors, this Barbaresco fails to hit the mark. Aromas of paint thinner undermine the cherry fruit and flatten out the flavors in the mouth.",Vila Riserva,,83,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pier 2001 Vila Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pier-2001-vila-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Pier 15,Red,US,"A hard, tough, tannic and acidic wine. Not showing much charm, because the cherry-berry flavors, while dry, are swamped with astringency. Zinfandel and Teroldego.",Lot 310 Philosopher's Stone,32,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar NV Lot 310 Philosopher's Stone Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-nv-lot-310-philosophers-stone-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Cinnabar 13.5,Red,US,"Smells like tobacco and pepper, and then turns tannic and dry in the mouth, with blackberry flavors emerging after it warms up. A decent everyday Zin.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2007 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2007-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2007,Smoking Loon 12.5,White,Argentina,"Overdone aromas of candle wax, incense and air freshener show the musky side of the grape, while the palate is heavy with nectarine and citrus flavors. Finishes a little pithy and mealy, with a final wave of muskiness.",Estate Bottled,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rio Seco 2008 Estate Bottled Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rio-seco-2008-estate-bottled-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2008,Rio Seco 15.1,Red,US,"Not quite ripe, with an herbal, almost vegetal taste that cuts across the cherries and red currants. Acidic and tannic, too. This hard, austere wine is unlikely to improve.",El Capitan,30,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jalama 2006 El Capitan Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jalama-2006-el-capitan-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2006,Jalama 13.5,White,Argentina,"Aromas of apple cider are a touch acrid, while the palate is wet and easy but low in acidity. Flavors of melon and white fruits show some bitterness and break up in front of a flat finish.",,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Terrazas de Los Andes 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Roasted berry and plum aromas go counter to the wine's tough, tannic, semisour feel and flavor profile. Lean, a little choppy and tight in the mouth, with herbal cherry notes on the finish. Generic except for its hardness.",,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Sottano 13.4,Red,US,"Dry and thin in fruit, with flavors of cherries, mint and herbs, and a kiss of wood. Pretty good for this everyday price.",Reserve,8,83,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2008 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2008-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Oak Grove 14.8,Red,US,"Somewhat musty, with a sweaty sox smell that interferes with the fruit. The flavors are of sweet black currants, and acidity is quite soft. Drink now.",Vortex,36,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2007 Vortex Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2007-vortex-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Peachy Canyon 13.5,Red,Italy,Nice raspberry and blueberry fruit on the nose but turns lean and tart in the mouth and finishes with a blast of untamed acidity. A wine for acid freaks. Drink now.,,30,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 2006 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-pira-e-figli-chiara-boschis-2006-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 12,Red,US,"Cherry, blueberry, tea…this combination of Cab Franc from the Finger Lakes, Merlot from Long Island, and Baco Noir from the Hudson Valley is aged 24 months in oak and offers ample spice because of it. The black fruit/red berry is balanced by a minerality and a clean finish.",Empire,22,83,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Hudson-Chatham 2007 Empire Red (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2007-empire-red-other-hudson-river-region/,Red Blend,2007,Hudson-Chatham 13,White,US,"This wine starts out toasty, with spice, nuts and citrus in the nose and nutty spice on the palate. Vanilla and lemon add to the mix. A bit heavy-handed, but fans of oak will enjoy. Pair with fish, pasta and poultry.",Ingle Vineyard,18,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2005 Ingle Vineyard Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2005-ingle-vineyard-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2005,Heron Hill 14,Red,Italy,There is definitely some good ripeness here but cherry and farmyard tones are hampered by a bit too much sulfur while the short finish shows some nice leather but also a funky undertone. Not the best of its class.,,35,83,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giordano 2004 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giordano-2004-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Giordano 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Fairly citrusy and lean for a reserve-level Malbec. The nose is short, high-toned and shows aromas of red fruits, citrus and even celery. The palate is fresh but tight and drying, with raspberry flavors and cherry skins and tomato on the finish. A red-dominant wine.",Reserva,16,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dolce Stefania 2006 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-stefania-2006-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Dolce Stefania 13,Red,Spain,"Hard aromas of matchstick, bramble and tart fruit don't exactly qualify as friendly, while the palate is grabby and tastes of fruit punch and herbal berry. Short and a touch burnt tasting on the finish. Acceptable, as it leaves you wanting more.",,11,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Oriza 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-oriza-2008-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Condado de Oriza 14,Red,Argentina,"Smoke and earth notes vie with leather, olive, herbal scents and baked fruit aromas prior to a syrupy, sweet and cloying berry fruit palate. Lacks drive and spine as it comes across heavy, and the finish is syrupy and herbal, with a rubbery bite at the end.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dante Robino 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-robino-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Dante Robino 13,Red,US,"Pepper, herbs and black fruit on the nose are followed by simple flavors of spice, violet and berry on the palate. Spicy with a spin of brooding fruit. Not terribly poised but an interesting sip.",Motley Cru,18,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Brooklyn Oenology 2006 Motley Cru Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooklyn-oenology-2006-motley-cru-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2006,Brooklyn Oenology 15.4,Red,US,"A bit one-dimensional, with jammy red cherry pie filling flavors that taste sweet and glyceriney. Tasty, but cloys after a few sips. Ready now.",Skins,38,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Terry Hoage 2007 Skins Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terry-hoage-2007-skins-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2007,Terry Hoage 15.8,Red,Australia,"Marked on the nose by scents of berry, rhubarb and leather, this wine morphs on the palate to offer flavors of prune, chocolate and date. Although the tannins are supple, the wine's substantial alcohol (15.8%) shows through on the finish. Probably best consumed in its youth.",Stolen Block,35,84,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2006 Stolen Block Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2006-stolen-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Reilly's 14.7,White,US,"This wine offers lychee, apple and pear on the nose and palate and is both fresh and floral. Mouthwatering with a lingering finish. Pair with grilled poultry, salads, fruit or Indian cuisine.",Curry Creek Vineyards,42,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2007 Curry Creek Vineyards Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2007-curry-creek-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Red Newt Cellars 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Confected but charming nonetheless, with pure aromas of honey and roasted pineapple bolstered by light minerality. Peach and fresh ginger come through on the slightly watery finish. Drink now.",,13,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Veglio 2008 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2008-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2008,Veglio 13.6,White,US,"Tropical fruits, flowers and citrus lead this appetizing Chardonnay from Peconic. On the palate, the wine has some depth, with lemon/grapefruit citrus, pear and apple. A good everyday white.",Steel fermented,22,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2007 Steel fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2007-steel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Peconic Bay Winery 13,Red,Italy,"Traditional and elegant, this Barbera opens with notes of leather and seasoned wood. More fruit shows through on the palate, with cherry and plum flavors leading to a leather-infused finish offering up just the slightest brush of tannins.",Ruvei,18,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marchesi di Barolo 2006 Ruvei (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2006-ruvei-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Marchesi di Barolo 13.8,Red,US,"A good, everyday red wine. It's a bit rugged and scoury, but dry, with flavors of cherries, herbs, tobacco and pepper. Nice with burritos.",True Red Lot 24,11,84,California,California Other,California,Fenestra NV True Red Lot 24 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-nv-true-red-lot-24-other/,Red Blend,,Fenestra 13,Red,Italy,"The nose on this burly red is disappointingly mute. Nonetheless, the palate shows intriguing flavors of earth and fall leaves that linger on the finish. Mouth-coating tannins will benefit from another year or two in bottle.",San Rocco,16,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giacosa Fratelli 2006 San Rocco (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2006-san-rocco-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Giacosa Fratelli 13.5,Red,France,"There is a barnyard feel to this wine, from its rustic aromas through the edgy berry fruit to the final flavors of acidity and beetroot. The character gives licorice and spice as well as blackberry fruits.",Cuvée BLF,11,84,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bellevue la Forêt 2007 Cuvée BLF Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-foret-2007-cuvee-blf-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2007,Château Bellevue la Forêt 12,White,US,"This Riesling has a zingy but complex character, starting with the pear, lemon and vanilla on the nose and the honey, apricot and lemon on the palate. It's elegant but easy drinking, and a great accompaniment to richer ethnic cuisine.",The Professor's Classic,18,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Cascata 2008 The Professor's Classic Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascata-2008-professors-classic-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Cascata 14.5,Red,Australia,"Fine as an entry-level quaffer, this medium-bodied red blends aromas of maple syrup and dill with red-berry and herb flavors. Turns tart on the finish.",The Stump Jump,11,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Stump Jump Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-stump-jump-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,D'Arenberg 15.8,Red,US,"Very ripe, almost sweet, like raspberry, cherry and blackberry purée with a sprinkle of brown sugar, cinnamon and pepper. Fortunately there's a tannic, acidic counterpoint to the richness. Ready now.",Timber Crest Vineyards,32,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2007 Timber Crest Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-timber-crest-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Kokomo 12.8,White,US,"Citrus, spice and pear on the nose give way to waves of spice, white fruit and flowers on the palate. A pretty wine with a soft finish.",Reserve,30,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2008 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2008-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Lamoreaux Landing 14,White,Argentina,"Sweet apple aromas are probably the most defined thing coming off the innocuous nose, while the palate is forceful and citrusy, with jangly pineapple, peach and lemon flavors. Amplified white wine with a vague Viognier identity.",Altas Cumbres,10,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Lagarde 2009 Altas Cumbres Viognier (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2009-altas-cumbres-viognier-lujan-cuyo/,Viognier,2009,Lagarde 13.9,Red,US,"Marked by fresh fruity acids and primary tastes of raspberries, cherries and cola, this is a pleasantly dry Pinot Noir. It's an everyday type that shows the silkiness of the variety.",,24,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,La Crema 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Crema 13.9,White,US,"Dry, streamlined and acidic, with suggestions of peaches, apples, vanilla, cream and cinnamon. A decent everyday Chardonnay with a touch of smoky oak.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,La Crema 14.1,White,US,"This is a Marlborough-style Sauvignon Blanc. It's bone dry and crisply acidic, with a firm, minerally finish. The flavors are of limes, lemons and gooseberries, with a potent suggestion of feline intensity.",Rooster Vineyard,20,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2008 Rooster Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2008-rooster-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Six Sigma Ranch 15.1,Red,US,"This is a rough and ready Zinfandel. With its briary, brambly flavors of wild berries and pepper, and the strong, edgy tannins, it needs rich meats and cheeses to play against.",Estate,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra 2004 Estate Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-2004-estate-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2004,Barra 13.3,Red,US,"Appealing aromas of tobacco, smoke and spice herald the masculine edge to this red blend. Flavors of chocolate, smoke, spicebox and pepper are carried by a bright, red fruit wave. A touch tart on the finish but overall well rounded.",Fatalis Fatum,40,84,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2006 Fatalis Fatum Red (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2006-fatalis-fatum-red-long-island-hamptons/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Wölffer 13.2,White,Argentina,"Oily matchstick aromas run counter to the wine's innocuous color. The palate is light in weight but heavy in blossomy flavors of orange, lime, tangerine and other citrus fruits. Lacks the lychee/tropical quality that makes Torrontés special, and finishes bitter and pithy.",T,12,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2008 T Torrontés (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2008-t-torrontes-lujan-cuyo/,Torrontés,2008,Bodega Goulart 15.8,Red,US,"Shows all the difficulties of succeeding with this quirky variety in California. The problem isn't ripeness, because this wine brims with cherries and chocolate. Its limitation is structure. Badly needs firmness, elegance, dryness, acidity, lower alcohol.",Reserve Estate,42,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Reserve Estate Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-reserve-estate-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2007,Calcareous 13.5,White,US,"Dry and tart, with flavors of pineapples, apples, vanilla and toast. A solid Chardonnay at an everyday price.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Montevina 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Floral blueberry aromas are candied, artificial smelling and sweet, and the palate is supremely rich, sweet, candied and unctuous. About as thick and ripe as you get in a value Malbec, but also over the top with baked fruit and candy. Needs to be dialed back a notch.",Urban Uco,11,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2008 Urban Uco Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-urban-uco-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,O. Fournier 12,Sparkling,Italy,Encouraging aromas of bread dough and baked apple give way to a rubber note. Moderately flavorful in the mouth but somewhat mono-dimensional with a foamy mousse. Medium finish. Drink now.,Brut Metodo Tradizionale Classico,24,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Banfi NV Brut Metodo Tradizionale Classico Sparkling (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-nv-brut-metodo-tradizionale-classico-sparkling-piedmont/,Sparkling Blend,,Banfi 14,Red,Argentina,"Standard fare, with baked, rubbery aromas and a tarry undercurrent. The palate is dense and packed, with sweet, medicinal flavors of brandied cherries and cassis. Rubbery and leathery in terms of mouthfeel, with a roasted, reduced quality to the finish.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alberti 154 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alberti 154 15,Red,US,"Sharp in acids and tannins, which gives a prickly mouthfeel to the blackberry, cherry and currant flavors. The wine is, by definition, good for everyday purposes, but rustic.",,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Halter Ranch 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/halter-ranch-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Halter Ranch 14.5,Red,US,"A tough wine to like. Mourvèdre needs warmth, and this wine appears to have lacked enough of it to ripen. Shows an earthy, green herb and mint tug to the sweet oak and cherries. Drink now.",Camp 4,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jalama 2007 Camp 4 Mourvèdre (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jalama-2007-camp-4-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Mourvèdre,2007,Jalama 13,Red,US,"This refreshing red offers black cherry and pepper on the nose and on the palate, a clean array of red berry, spice and cedar. Its dry style will pair well with food—think poultry or duck.",Crystallus,17,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2007 Crystallus Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2007-crystallus-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2007,Lakewood 15,Red,US,"A good Zinfandel, dry, crisply acidic and rugged in tannins, with cherry-berry and spice flavors with a hint of tobacco and leather. But there's a green, vegetal streak that detracts. Drink now.`",,19,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Lake Sonoma 14,Red,Italy,"The subtle nose, with an alluring fusion of mineral, bing cherry, toffee and black earth scents promises a bit more than the palate can deliver. The fruit turns a bit stewed in the mouth though firm acidity bolsters the package and the finish is short and a bit jagged but flavorful.",Rumanota,,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Romana Carlo 2004 Rumanota Barbera (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romana-carlo-2004-rumanota-barbera-piedmont/,Barbera,2004,Romana Carlo 13.5,Red,US,"Very dry, tannic and peppery, with blackberry and herb flavors. Not particularly Cabernet-like, but pleasant, a sound, everyday and full-bodied red to drink with grills and roasts.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Smoking Loon 14,Red,Spain,"Herbal berry fruit aromas are about as typical of Navarran Cabernet Sauvignon as you'll get, which still doesn't make it a great wine. To the contrary, there's a lot of foresty, herbal, tomatoey flavor here, although the acidity and balance are good. Standard fare for the region; 60% Cab and 40% Tempranillo.",,12,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2007-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-navarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2007,Vega Sindoa 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Generic, solid aromas of medicinal raspberry and cherry lead to a gum-burning, tannic palate of rooty cherry and plum flavors. Finishes with verve but also stand-out acidity and grab. Regular in every way.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Terrazas de Los Andes 13,Rose,US,"Fresh and fun with a nose of rhubarb and spice. On the palate, strawberry and spice is delicate with a touch of tartness. A great go-to summer sip that will pair nicely with salmon, grilled meats.",Dry,12,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2008 Dry Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2008-dry-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2008,Sheldrake Point 13.9,White,US,"A bit on the sweet side, with flavors of lemonade, pineapple juice and vanilla. But it's balanced with crisp acidity. Fine with ham, fruit salad, Chinese food.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Clayhouse 13,Red,Italy,"Elegant and straightforward, this Spanna opens with damp earth and some lifted flowery notes. Mouthcoating tannins frame cherry and rose petal flavors which persist on the medium finish. Drink now to 2011.",Spanna Riserva,17,84,Piedmont,Colline Novaresi,,Dessilani 2005 Spanna Riserva Nebbiolo (Colline Novaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dessilani-2005-spanna-riserva-nebbiolo-colline-novaresi/,Nebbiolo,2005,Dessilani 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with earthy muscle but the nose soon loses focus and freshness as it transitions to rubber and paste along with berry fruit. Hard tannins work the driving palate, while the flavors are of black plum, grape jelly and herbs. Decent but doesn't inspire.",Altosur,11,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2008 Altosur Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2008-altosur-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2008,Finca Sophenia 13,White,Argentina,"A little dusty and also sort of briney on the nose, with citric acidity pushing orange, apple and pear flavors. A textbook sweet, simple South American Chardonnay with a tropical leaning and finishing flavors of pineapple.",Estate Bottled,10,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Portillo 2008 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2008-estate-bottled-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Finca El Portillo 14.5,White,US,"Way too oaky, dominated by vanilla, buttered toast and creme brulée flavors that feel heavy and imposed on the modest pineapple and ripe lime fruit. Made in the popular style.",Nobos,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Nobos 2007 Nobos Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobos-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2007,Nobos 14,Red,Argentina,"Young and foxy Malbec with red fruit aromas and a little bit of wet dog. There's no shortage of freshness and pop on the palate, and the cherry and raspberry flavors are nothing if not racy. Shows a tasty, sweet side but also rudimentary raw materials.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Niña 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nina-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Finca La Niña 13.5,White,Argentina,"Opening peach and apricot aromas are basic, while the plump palate has adequate freshness and flavors of butterscotch, banana and cream. Not a lot of fruit or verve, but round and friendly. Drink right away or wait for the '09.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Fantelli 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Slightly off-dry, with short-lived but attractive notes of fresh apple and pear drop. This wine is exceptionally light but with a faint bitterness that reminds us we're in Italy. Drink now.",,17,84,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Perlante 2007 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-perlante-2007-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2007,Principessa Perlante 12.5,Red,Italy,"Intense notes of orange flower and citrus make for a bright opening. Crisp and refreshing in the mouth with faint grass flavors, this light example would be a good partner for ceviche or yellowtail sashimi. Drink up.",,14,84,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Gavia 2007 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-gavia-2007-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2007,Principessa Gavia 13,Red,US,"This wine has a nose of black fruits, mocha and toffee, and on the palate, warming spices, tart cherry and a touch of sweetness. The flavors aren't overly complex, but the wine is appealing, and the finish lingering.",,35,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Shaw 14.9,Red,US,"Doesn't seem quite ripe, with a sweet green pea taste to the blackberries and cocoa. Soft, too, lacking classic structure. Yet it's spicy and tannic and will drink well with easy barbecue.",Snow,36,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2007 Snow Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2007-snow-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Peachy Canyon 13.5,Red,Italy,Spicy strawberry scents are a bit hampered by some rubbery aromas which may subside over time. Soft tannins frame raspberry and black cherry flavors in the mouth which persist on the juicy finish.,,22,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 2007 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2007-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2007,Pio Cesare 12.5,Red,US,"Good and dry, if a bit rugged in texture, with a scoury, tart mouthfeel. The flavors are of blackberries, currants and herbs. A sound, full-bodied red wine at an everyday price.",Kick Ass,12,84,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2007 Kick Ass Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2007-kick-ass-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Galante 13.5,Red,Italy,Attractive notes of fall leaves and mushrooms underlie top notes of nail polish remover that blow off with air. The crisp palate has just a bit of grip supporting intense raspberry flavors. Try with lasagna.,,25,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Sandrone 2006 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2006-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Sandrone 13.5,White,US,"A bit on the sweet, simple side, with flavors like a supermarket carton of pineapple, apple, pear and mango juices. Oak adds even sweeter notes of vanilla. Lacks complexity, especially at this price.",,32,84,California,Napa,St. Helena,Joseph Phelps 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Joseph Phelps 12,Red,US,"This bright, lively red starts with refreshing aromas of cherry and plum, and on the palate, waves of cedar, red berries and pepper. Though not terribly complex, the wine has an appealing, sprightly character and will pair well with poultry and game.",,17,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2007 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2007-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Hudson-Chatham 14.5,White,US,"Heavy and honey-sweet, with ultra-ripe flavors of pineapple jam, vanilla, caramel and buttered toast. Crisp acidity provides needed balance.",Reserve,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castle Rock 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Castle Rock 13,White,Spain,"Sort of strange smelling, with perfume and air freshener aromas to go with dust and cider. The palate is wet but short in flavor and length. The citrus and apple character is shallow, while the finish is pithy. Middling and not as fresh as it probably once was.",,16,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Vilano 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vilano-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Viña Vilano 13,Red,US,"Black fruit and cherry leads on this balanced red. Flavors of black pepper, black currant and plum on the palate are round but not overbearing. A good daily red to pair with pastas, stews and meat dishes.",,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Billsboro 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billsboro-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Billsboro 13,White,Italy,"Bracing notes of quince are the opening act for this fragrant, light-bodied quaffer. There's well-defined acidity in the mouth and zesty flavors of lime and grapefruit on the finish. A good choice for salty hors d'oeuvres.",,27,84,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Cornarea 2007 Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornarea-2007-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2007,Cornarea 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Atypical on the nose, as air freshener, berry jelly and exotic but odd aromas take over. The palate seems superficial and wholly unusual, with floral blueberry flavors and then an angular, floral finish. Not terrible but doesn't seem much like Cabernet.",Reserva,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Argento 13.5,White,US,"A crisply acidic Sauvignon Blanc, with savory flavors of citrus fruits, lemongrass and vanilla that finish with a honeyed sweetness. There's more than a touch of that gooseberry, feline spray that is a little cloying.",,12,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,No 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/no-2008-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,No 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raspberry and cherry are the fruit components on this wholly basic, grabby and oaky youngster. The palate is creamy and wood-riddled, with milk chocolate and carob flavors running side by side with basic red berry fruit. A typical RDD joven that is decent but won't turn many heads.",Roble,11,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bracamonte 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bracamonte-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Bracamonte 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mildly horsey on the nose, with alfalfa, reedy fruit and grilled beef aromas. The palate is wet and lean, with good acidity and a dose of heat, while the flavors of cherry tilt toward medicinal and weedy without fully going there. Basic Tempranillo-Cab Sauvignon with a green streak.",Bestué de Otto Bestué Finca Rableros,17,84,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodega Otto Bestué 2007 Bestué de Otto Bestué Finca Rableros Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-otto-bestue-2007-de-finca-rableros-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-somontano/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bodega Otto Bestué 13.8,White,US,"Smoky, sweet oak and vanilla dominate this wine, which also has flavors of mangoes, peaches and pears. The oak is simply too strong for the underlying fruit.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2007 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2007-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,William Hill Estate 14,Red,Argentina,"Fairly round aromas of blackberry are also slightly grapey, while the plump palate offers dark fruit flavors and a choppy mouthfeel. Finishes with a taste of powdered drink mix and grape bubblegum. Decent but shows all the signs of the large-production, commercial wine that it is.",Estate Bottled,10,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Portillo 2008 Estate Bottled Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2008-estate-bottled-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Finca El Portillo 13,White,Spain,"Quiet on the nose and only slightly more zesty in the mouth. There's grassy, pithy citrus flavors, a little kick from the wine's acid, and then a pithy, mild-mannered finish. Standard-fare Verdejo.",,13,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Emina 2008 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2008-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Emina 14,Red,US,"Black fruit, spice and savory richness on the nose and palate distinguish this commercial-style red blend. Mouthfilling and layered, it's a fitting cohort to ripe cheeses, beef stew or grilled meats.",Ameritage Reserve,55,84,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Penns Woods 2005 Ameritage Reserve Red (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penns-woods-2005-ameritage-reserve-red-pennsylvania/,Red Blend,2005,Penns Woods 12,Rose,US,"A subtle, pretty nose of vanilla, cherry and strawberry is backed up by bigger flavors of sour cherry, spice and vanilla. Fun and exuberant but not terribly delicate. A good match with meats and poultry.",Dry,17,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Tail Ridge 2008 Dry Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-tail-ridge-2008-dry-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2008,Red Tail Ridge 6.5,Dessert,Italy,"A more serious Brachetto than many, with raspberry, tangerine, and peach fruit balancing the noticeable sweetness. There's nothing like a crimson sparkling wine to get your guests talking; serve this one to them with quail in a fruit sauce. Drink as young as possible.",Spumante Dolce,17,84,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Duchessa Lia NV Spumante Dolce (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duchessa-lia-nv-spumante-dolce-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,,Duchessa Lia 12.5,Red,US,"This Syrah/Merlot blend offers aromas of plum, spice and cedar followed by flavors of black fruit, tobacco and pepper. The wine has an overall clean, crisp quality that recommends it to food pairing; consider grilled ribs, duck or aged cheeses.",Mirage,20,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Christiano Family NV Mirage Merlot-Syrah (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christiano-family-nv-mirage-red-blend-merlot-syrah-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot-Syrah,,Christiano Family 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Fairly jumpy and foxy on the nose, but underneath you'll find zippy red fruit and gumball sweetness. The palate has a syrupy feel with decent tannins and a pedestrian structure. Tastes sweet, ripe and candied, with mild raisin on the finish.",Reserva,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bautista Simona 2007 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bautista-simona-2007-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bautista Simona 13.5,Red,US,"Not bad for an introductory or everyday sort of Pinot. Of course, it's a bit thin and acidic, but nicely silky, with modest cherry, cola and mint flavors.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2007 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2007-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2007,Smoking Loon 13,Red,US,"A pretty good Cabernet for this everyday price. It's very dry and rich in tannins, with sweet-and-sour flavors of cherries, herbs and mint. Fine for an inexpensive, by-the-glass program.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Round Hill 13,White,US,"A full nose of flowers and citrus is followed by quiet flavors of lemon and spice in this friendly Chardonnay from Keuka Spring. Subtle and easy, the wine will pair well with grilled fish or chicken salad.",,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2007 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2007-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Keuka Spring 12.3,Dessert,US,"Very sweet, with honey and apricot jam flavors balanced with keen acidity. Yet sweetness is almost all you get. The underlying flavors are thin.",Late Harvest,24,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2008 Late Harvest Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2008-late-harvest-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2008,Lucas & Lewellen 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the difficulties of Merlot in Paso Robles. It's all blackberry and cherry pie filling, sweet and spicy, but lacking in structure and a sense of terroir. Drink this simple, easy wine now.",,21,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Robert Hall 10.8,White,US,"This Riesling is the project of Roman Roth, accomplished winemaker for Long Island's Wolffer Estate. Tropical fruit and pear in the nose and on the palate is balanced by a nice minerality and spice. The wine has depth but is still refreshing. Pair with Thai food, fruit.",,22,84,New York,Long Island,Long Island,The Grapes of Roth 2008 Riesling (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapes-roth-2008-riesling-long-island/,Riesling,2008,The Grapes of Roth 12,White,US,"Grapefruit, citrus and flowers on the nose are followed by a lively, slightly sweet array of fun flavors in this “early” wine. Released young, it has an effervescent quality that makes it a nice choice for a warm weather sip or accompaniment to dessert. Not terribly complex, but appealing.",Early Wine,17,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2008 Early Wine Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2008-early-wine-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Macari 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes jammy and tart in blackberries, and very tannic. The combination of sharp fruitiness and astringency is not pleasant now, leading to the question of ageability. Doesn't seem likely, so drink soon.",Estate,75,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rocca 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rocca 13,Red,US,"Red currant, sweet cedar and warming spices on the nose lead into like flavors on the palate. Slightly tart with a smoky edge, the wine is overall a good everyday sip. Pair with pastas, hamburgers, lamb.",,20,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Osprey's Dominion 12,White,Italy,"The light colored regular bottling offers plenty of mineral and some interesting lemon peel aromas. It still has plenty of complexity, but the flavors are bunched in the midpalate, and the finish is thin and short.",White Label,22,84,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,La Scolca 2004 White Label (Gavi di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2004-white-label-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,2004,La Scolca 13,White,US,"Made in the style that has made Pinot Grigio so popular. It's fruity and crisp in acidity and finishes slightly sweet. Tastes like a blend of orange, pineapple and mango fruit juice.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2008 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Little Black Dress 13,Red,US,"Mushroom, tobacco, dried spice….this is a wine with unique character. It's distinctive but mellow on the palate, with red berry, pepper, cigarbox and smoke flavors. Pair with grilled meats, duck.",6025,40,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2005 6025 Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2005-6025-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Martha Clara 14,Red,Argentina,"Not as clean and fresh on the nose as it could be; instead pickle and barnyard notes enter the picture. It's better on the palate, which is sweet and sticky as it delivers chunky berry fruit flavors. Sort of cloying on the finish.",Premium,18,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2007 Premium Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2007-premium-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Alta Vista 13.5,White,Argentina,"Dusty and mild on the nose, with melony, sweet, tropical flavors. Easygoing on the palate, with decent verve and a fresh, simple, apple-based finish. Bright but basic Chardonnay from Argentina.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Argento 12.5,White,Argentina,"Sulfuric and gassy to start with, then tropical fruit and dusty aromas rise up. Like many varietal Torrontés, this has an oily feel and flavors of white peach, banana and nutmeg. Finishes somewhat flat and dilute, with mild bitterness.",Altosur,11,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Altosur Torrontés (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-altosur-torrontes-tupungato/,Torrontés,2009,Finca Sophenia 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Pretty good blackberry aromas with an earthy, mulchy edge. Racy and typically rubbery in the mouth, with a muscular structure and herbal red fruit flavors. Very tight and like elastic on the finish. Has its good points with limits.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Durigutti 2007 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durigutti-2007-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2007,Durigutti 12.5,White,US,"Made sugary-sweet, with lemonade and pineapple juice flavors that are offset with crisp, coastal acidity. The grapes seem to have come from Monterey County.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Five Rivers 2008 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Five Rivers 14.3,Red,US,"A bit soft and sweet, with raspberry, black cherry, cola and chocolate flavors. Would benefit from greater dryness and acidic structure, although the tannins are kind of strong. Okay with a grilled steak.",Vineyard Selection,19,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2007 Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2007-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Eberle 14.1,White,US,"A little on the simple, sweetly fruity side, with pie-filling pineapple and apple flavors enriched with smoky vanilla, caramel and buttered popcorn. Nice and crisp in acidity, but tastes a bit too sweet for a dry table wine.",Semonnay,16,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2008 Semonnay Semillon-Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-semonnay-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2008,Fenestra 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Smells sweet and gummy, like a plum-flavored sucking candy or a piece of grape bubblegum. The palate is a bit punishing and hard, while wild blackberry, acidity and finishing oak make up the flavors. Lively but untamed.",Reserve,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caligiore 2007 Reserve Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caligiore-2007-reserve-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2007,Caligiore 14.5,White,US,"Almost as sweet as a dessert wine, with vanilla-scented flavors of tropical fruits, honeysuckle flowers and crème brûlée. Would benefit from greater acidity to balance all that richness, but will appeal to people who like an off-dry white wine.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2008 Marsanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-marsanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Marsanne,2008,Calcareous 14.5,Red,Australia,"Scents of raspberry jam and chocolate intermingle on the nose of this full-bodied Shiraz. The warmth of its alcohol shows through a little on the palate, and the flavors turn tart and cranberryish on the finish. Drink now-2015.",,20,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Sylvan Springs 2005 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvan-springs-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Sylvan Springs 12,Rose,France,"It takes skill to make a fresh, light rosé from the naturally tannic Tannat grape, but this wine succeeds marvelously. It is fresh, crisp, flavored with raspberries. Perfect summer drinking. Screwcap.",Colombelle Rosé,9,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2008 Colombelle Rosé Red (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2008-colombelle-rose-red-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Red Blend,2008,Producteurs Plaimont 14.5,Red,US,"A good, everyday Cabernet. It's dry, full-bodied and ripe, with blackberry, black cherry, currant, caramel and oak flavors. Drink now.",Four Bears,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sean Minor 2007 Four Bears Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2007-four-bears-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sean Minor 12.8,Red,US,"Red berry, cherry, vanilla and cedar on aromas are followed by subtle waves of fruit and spice in this fresh red. It has feisty spice underneath but the pretty flavors of cherry and vanilla soften it.",Five-O,20,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2005 Five-O Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2005-five-o-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2005,Martha Clara 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and powerfully oaked despite its 5-month pedigree. Mint, tar, shoe polish and blackberry work the bouquet, while the palate is structured and tight but also quite dark and woody. Mocha, butter and pepper flavors carry the finish on this healthy and structured wine that may also be too oaky for its own benefit.",5 Meses en Barrica,13,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monteabellón 2008 5 Meses en Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteabellon-2008-5-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Monteabellón 14,Red,Argentina,"Slightly minty at first, with resiny oak, berry and mild leafy aromas. Things fall into line with airing, and the palate of savory, barrel-accented berry fruit is mildly herbal but solid. A little drying and leafy but pretty good overall.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1492,Cristobal 1492 13.5,White,Argentina,"A lot of barrel toast and butterscotch on the nose, and also baked apple and roasted nuts. Pretty good texture, balance and acidity, with flavors of pear, banana and walnut. Long and nutty finish, with warmth and a touch of vanilla.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Carlos Basso 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Typical of a Patagonian red, the profile of this Merlot is fresh, racy and snappy, Red fruit and black pepper aromas get it going, while the cherry and raspberry flavors are crisp and forward. Solid but generic red wine.",,16,85,Other,Neuquén,,Areo 2007 Merlot (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/areo-2007-merlot-neuquen/,Merlot,2007,Areo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Racy red wine, with mild bramble and brine aromas to go with spunky cherry-plum flavors. Quite zesty, bright and juicy, but solidly put together and not overly acidic. Even shows a distant chocolaty side, which is not uncommon for young Garnacha.",Cinco Josés - 5 Joes Old Vine,8,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Bodegas Aragonesas 2008 Cinco Josés - 5 Joes Old Vine Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aragonesas-2008-cinco-joses-5-joes-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Bodegas Aragonesas 14,Red,Italy,"Currently in a closed phase, the nose shows some subtle aromas of leather and roses followed by cherry and leather flavors on a rather lightweight palate. Decanting will help blow off some rubber notes and soften the extremely gripping tannins.",,65,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Camerano 2004 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camerano-2004-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Camerano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Pretty aromas of expensive leather, calfskin and roses follow through to a subtle palate of tar and violets. Cherry and wild berry flavors perfume the medium finish. Tannins are a bit too muscular for the otherwise delicate structure; drink after 2011.",,48,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Azienda Agricola Cogno 2004 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agricola-cogno-2004-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Azienda Agricola Cogno 14,Red,Spain,"A bit murky and damp on the nose, with brandied fruit and raisin aromas. The palate is solidly formed, with basic raspberry flavors but not much follow through as the finish shows buttery, soft flavors. Inoffensive but more generic than individual.",,22,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Atalayas de Golbán 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalayas-golban-2006-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2006,Atalayas de Golbán 14.9,Red,US,"Good and brisk, if a bit one-dimensional, a tannic, crisply dry wine with flavors of cherries, herb tea, red currants, smoky sandalwood and spices. The astringency is not likely to soften with age.",,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Rivino 2006 Cabernet Franc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivino-2006-cabernet-franc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Rivino 14.5,Red,US,"A bit tough and gritty in tannin structure, with sweetly jammy flavors of raspberries, cherries and red plums, accented with smoky oak. Seems at its best now.",Twisted Sisters,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2007 Twisted Sisters Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-twisted-sisters-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Calcareous 14,Red,US,"Cherry, coffee and spicy cedar starts this masculine Cab from Penns Woods. On the palate, tobacco, red currant and pepper offer savory and sweet elements. The wine is balanced with good acidity and tannins. Pair with smoked ribs, hamburgers.",Reserve,46,85,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Penns Woods 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penns-woods-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-pennsylvania/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Penns Woods 11.5,White,France,"A fresh, grassy, green herb wine, light, crisp and clean. It is a wine for easy quaffing, with no pretension, no thought needed, just summer pleasure. Drink this year. Screwcap.",Colombelle Blanc,9,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2008 Colombelle Blanc Colombard (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2008-colombelle-blanc-other-white-colombard-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard,2008,Producteurs Plaimont 14,Red,Argentina,"Big but flat, with soft aromas of baked plum and fall leaves. The palate is all brown sugar, caramel, chocolate and rich but hard to find black fruit, while the finish is sweet like milk chocolate and toffee. Decent wine but definitely soft and syrupy.",Classic,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2008 Classic Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2008-classic-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Alta Vista 12,Red,US,"Plum, black cherry and pepper gives this hearty red a lush start. Round, full flavors of black fruit and spice on the palate are balanced by moderate tannins and good acidity. Pair with game, hearty stews,and grilled steaks.",,14,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Knapp 11.5,White,France,"The crispest acidity, bright apricot and green plums. This is a light, fresh, instant quaffing wine, a delicious apéritif style with a character that's as bright as a button. Screwcap.",Colombard/Sauvignon,11,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2008 Colombard/Sauvignon Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2008-colombard-sauvignon-white-blend-colombard-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Haut Marin 13,White,US,"The nose on this Pinot Gris—full of nutty spice and minerals—has instant appeal. On the palate, it offers a combination of subtle spice and fresh fruit, a delicate balance. The wine has curve but is overall clean and spicy. Poised but approachable.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2008 Pinot Gris (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-finger-lakes/,Pinot Gris,2008,Hunt Country Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"Pretty soft for a Pinot Noir, and lacking the structural integrity the variety needs. Nonetheless, the flavors of black and red cherries, cola, orange zest and spices are delicious. Drink now.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rued 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rued-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Rued 14,Red,Argentina,"Creamy dark-berry aromas carry a floral, blueberry hint, while the thick palate teeters on syrupy as it delivers gummy, mildly baked black fruit flavors. Lactic and full on the finish, with a touch of crusty bitterness along with milk chocolate and/or carob.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Septima 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A strange set of aromas makes for an unusual bouquet: violets, black cherry, flower-scented air freshener and blueberry are all part of the picture. The palate is superficial and not real deep, with candied, unconventional flavors of herbal berry and candy. Finishes jammy and off the grid.",,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Faustina 2006 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-faustina-2006-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Santa Faustina 14.3,Red,US,"A disappointment after the rich 2005. They should have declassified this vintage. The wine is dry and sharp, with green, sharp acids and modest berry, currant and herb flavors.",Sophie's Rows,75,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Emilio's Terrace 2006 Sophie's Rows Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilios-terrace-2006-sophies-rows-red-napa-oakville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Emilio's Terrace 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of tree bark and rooty fruit are balanced by floral notes, while the palate is angular and juicy, with acid-propelled berry and mild citrus flavors. Jumpy, fresh and tomatoey on the finish. Could use more bulk, darkness and concentration; seems sort of dilute and high-acid.",,17,85,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Finca Los Lirios 2006 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-los-lirios-2006-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2006,Finca Los Lirios 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with red fruit aromas that are like a million other generic red wines, while the body has size, grab and stickiness. Flavors of cola, cherry, cassis and plum are red in nature and basically good, while the finish is candied but not overly so. An everyman's Cabernet in every sense of the word.",Saurus Patagonia,12,85,Other,Neuquén,,Familia Schroeder 2007 Saurus Patagonia Cabernet Sauvignon (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2007-saurus-patagonia-cabernet-sauvignon-neuquen/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Familia Schroeder 13,White,Spain,"No one says Verdejo is an ager, but this '08 is fading. The nose is soft and peachy, with weight and vanilla. The palate is equally soft and melony, and the green-fruit flavors are starting to turn mealy. Still good enough, but without much spunk it might be better to wait for 2009.",Fuente Elvira,15,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pedro Escudero 2008 Fuente Elvira Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedro-escudero-2008-fuente-elvira-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Pedro Escudero 13.6,White,US,"The wine's barrel aging comes through immediately, with its toasted nut and vanilla nose. On the palate, the wine is balanced—with its citrus fruit, spice and touch of flowers. Elegant and easy to love—a good use of oak.",La Barrique,22,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2007 La Barrique Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2007-barrique-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Peconic Bay Winery 13.5,Red,US,"Black and red cherry, pepper and fennel on the nose and palate recommend this rich Meritage. A full mouthfeel is punctuated by lively spice. A touch rustic but paired with meats and heartier dishes, a good go-to red.",,28,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Freedom Run 2006 Meritage (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freedom-run-2006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,2006,Freedom Run 13,White,Argentina,"Fresh and chalky Torrontés with lemon peel and green banana aromas sitting in front of melon, mango and citrus flavors. Not overpowering or acidic, but clean and healthy. Drink right away for maximum freshness and character.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa de Campo 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-campo-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Casa de Campo 15.5,Red,US,"A bit hot in alcohol, and glycerine gives a sugary-sweet edge to the blackberries, black cherries and oak. There might even be some residual sugar. If you like your reds soft and on the sweet side, and lots of people do, it's for you.",The Hedge,48,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Terry Hoage 2007 The Hedge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terry-hoage-2007-hedge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Terry Hoage 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of medicinal berry, sucking candy, rhubarb and raspberry are a touch gawky, but the snappy palate of blueberry and boysenberry is good. Fresh, racy and simple red wine. 50% Syrah and 50% Tempranillo. 25,000 cases produced.",Care,13,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Añadas 2008 Care Syrah-Tempranillo (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-anadas-2008-care-red-blend-syrah-tempranillo-carinena/,Syrah-Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Añadas 12.5,Red,France,"Spice, licorice and tobacco combine to give a wine that is tannic and solid. The fruit element shows acidity, bright berries and damsons. A touch of green pepper cuts through the fruit.",,13,85,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Cahuzac 2007 Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cahuzac-2007-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2007,Château Cahuzac 13,White,US,"Grapefruit, honeysuckle and flowers on the nose are followed by full flavors of fruit and spice. A viscous mouthfeel but the wine is elegant and friendly. Lovely sip for a summer day.",Block 97,28,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2007 Block 97 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2007-block-97-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Bloomer Creek 12.6,Red,US,"Aromas of vanilla, cherry and cola start this impressive Cabernet Franc from Cooper. On the palate, pepper, cherry and spice is balanced and assertive. A lingering finish of cedar and plum adds to the appeal.",,17,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Cooper Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-vineyards-2007-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Cooper Vineyards 12.5,Red,France,"A soft, juicy style of wine. It's made for early drinking, with light tannins, flavors of milk chocolate, red berries and only a hint of texture. There is a final rather rustic character.",Mission la Caminade,12,85,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Caminade 2007 Mission la Caminade Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caminade-2007-mission-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2007,Château la Caminade 14.3,Red,US,"Tannic and fruity, with the taste of an energy bar. The flavors suggest ripe blackberries, anise, almonds, honey, pepper and dark chocolate. Drink now.",Proprietary Red,27,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Mendielle Vertu 2007 Proprietary Red Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendielle-vertu-2007-proprietary-red-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2007,Mendielle Vertu 13,Red,US,"Lots to admire in this dry, full-bodied Merlot. It's forward and charming in sour red cherry candy, blueberry and herb flavors, with a nice edge of smoky oak. Contains a little Cabernet and Zinfandel for complexity, and the alcohol is nice and low. Great price.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Round Hill 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rubber and berry aromas are solid if standard, while the palate has freshness and bounce along with cherry, raspberry and rubbery latex. Slight amounts of heat and bitterness show up on the finish, but overall this is an entirely functional young wine.",Tinto,14,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torrederos 2008 Tinto (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrederos-2008-tinto-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Torrederos 14,Red,Argentina,"Racy cherry and red berry aromas are salinic and light, while the palate is lean and revolves around tangy, citrusy red-fruit flavors. Fresh and a little rubbery on the finish, with a tight, singular personality.",,15,85,Other,Neuquén,,Valle Perdido 2008 Pinot Noir (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-perdido-2008-pinot-noir-neuquen/,Pinot Noir,2008,Valle Perdido 13.9,Red,Australia,"A solid, medium-weight effort, with a slightly lifted character to the aromas of dark cherries and roasted meat and blackberry flavors that finish fresh and clean. Good weekday drinking.",Classic,12,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Marquee 2007 Classic Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2007-classic-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2007,Marquee 13.5,Red,Italy,"Strikingly crisp, this wine starts out with some woodsy complexity on the nose then adds raspberry and earth flavors in the mouth. A few dusty tannins peek through on the short finish. Try with pepperoni pizza.",Maràia,11,85,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Marchesi di Barolo 2006 Maràia (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2006-maraia-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,2006,Marchesi di Barolo 14.2,Dessert,US,"Made from a Portuguese variety, this Port-style wine has a residual sugar of 8%. The flavors veer toward blackberries and dark chocolate. It's also very tart. Yet it doesn't deliver enough richness, and it finishes hot. Your mouth longs for more fruit, richness, complexity. Drink now.",Souzao,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards NV Souzao Port (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-nv-souzao-port-blend-port-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Port,,Paraiso Vineyards 13.1,Red,US,"More like Zinfandel with its peppery, prickly mouthfeel, but not a bad wine for everyday purposes. It's dry and full-bodied and brisk, with blackberry, currant and herb flavors.",Reserve,8,85,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oak Grove 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a Cab of this quality. It's full-bodied, dry and elegantly balanced, showing real varietal character in the blackberries, black currants and rich tannins.",Discoveries,10,85,California,California Other,California,Firestone 2007 Discoveries Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2007-discoveries-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Firestone 12,White,US,"This elegant Riesling offers apricot, flowers and tropical fruit on the nose and palate, balanced by good acidity. Aromatic and refreshing, it ends with a sweet and spicy spin. A pretty everyday sip, great for spicy cuisine or with fruit.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2008 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2008-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Atwater 12.5,White,Spain,"Nectarine and citrus aromas are solid, while the palate is more racy, sharp and linear than some, with narrow, semisour flavors of lemon and orange. Decent feel, maybe a little high in acid, and showing a pithy bitterness on the crisp finish.",Cuatro Rayas,14,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Agricola Castellana 2008 Cuatro Rayas Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-castellana-2008-cuatro-rayas-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Agricola Castellana 13.8,Red,US,"Shows a polished structure that's dry and moderate in alcohol, with flavors of blackberries, cherries and oak, as well as a Bordeaux-esque herbaceousness. But there's an underripe note of vegetable that seriously detracts. The vintage was a problem, but this is a wine whose proprietor has high ambitions.",,42,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Six Sigma Ranch 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Colorful but low in pulse, with jammy, pasty aromas sitting in front of a bulky, one-dimensional palate that offers standard blackberry fruit and mildly herbal side flavors. Has just enough acidity to keep it pumping, but as a whole it comes across a little too heavy and jammy compared to previous years.",A Lisa,25,85,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2008 A Lisa Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2008-a-lisa-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 13.5,Red,Spain,"How many $5 wines are this good? Not many. The nose is zesty and aggressive but settles and doesn't offend, while the juicy, fresh palate has bright cherry and raspberry flavors. Basic, ripe, clean red wine.",Abrazo del Toro,5,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Abrazo 2008 Abrazo del Toro Syrah (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abrazo-2008-toro-shiraz-syrah-syrah-carinena/,Syrah,2008,Abrazo 13,White,Argentina,"Light and slightly soapy smelling, with lychee notes. The palate is full and round, with warm flavors of tangerine and lychee. Finishes with heft, smooth edges and sweetness, and overall it weighs in as a heavyweight Torrontés that might hit the mat hard when it fades.",Andes,17,85,Other,La Rioja,,Argie 2008 Andes Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argie-2008-andes-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2008,Argie 13,Red,France,"Fronton, a small vineyard area just outside Toulouse specializesin the Negrette grape. This gives a dried fruit character, along with juicy black grapes and a dense, dusty texture. The wine has a touch of wood to smooth out the rustic wrinkles.",,12,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Frontonnais,,Château Bellevue la Forêt 2006 Red (Côtes de Frontonnais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-foret-2006-red-cotes-frontonnais/,Red Blend,2006,Château Bellevue la Forêt 13,Red,France,"This is pure fruit, blackberry, dark cherries and plums. The tannins give a huge burst of dryness to the wine, but at this young stage, the juicy fruit and wood are dominant.",Tradition,18,85,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2007 Tradition Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2007-tradition-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château Haut-Monplaisir 13,Red,US,"Cherry, black currant and cinnamon lead on the nose of Brotherhood's enticing Cabernet. On the palate, a touch of smoke mingles with red berries, spice and pepper. A clean, food-friendly style red with a lingering spicy finish.",,15,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Brotherhood 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Complete but not overly exciting. The nose has Malbec's basic black fruit and spice components, while the palate is a little high in acidity and sharpness, but also shows buttery oak and blackberry fruit. Fruity but oaky, with some excess tart acidity on the finish.",Serie A,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2008 Serie A Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2008-serie-a-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Zuccardi 12.7,White,US,"This is an oak-free wine. It's bone dry and very crisp in acidity, which cleanses the palate and prepares it for food. The flavors are of citrus fruits and gooseberries. There's a strong hint of that feline taste that turns some people off.",San Saba Vineyard,23,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2008 San Saba Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2008-san-saba-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Wrath 14,White,Argentina,"Floral, white stone fruit aromas are sweet but generally attractive, while the lively palate is oily in feel but still fresh mostly due to youth. Lemon, apple and melon are the flavor components, while the finish is sweet almost to the point of being sugary, which is a detractor. Drink right away.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Las Perdices 2009 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-las-perdices-2009-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2009,Viña Las Perdices 13,White,Italy,"A nice racy version, with lots of mineral, orange and clove notes that linger nicely on the finish. Well defined, crisp and thirst-quenching. Serve with pasta primavera.",,20,85,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,Villa Sparina 2007 Gavi di Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sparina-2007-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,2007,Villa Sparina 14,Red,Australia,"Like its big “The Dog” stablemate, this is pretty woody stuff, with cedary notes dominating the aromas and flavors. It does offer enough tart berry fruit to give it palate weight and appeal. Best consumed over the next 2-3 years.",,15,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Willow Bridge 2007 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-bridge-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2007,Willow Bridge 11.5,Rose,US,"Fresh and fruity on the nose and palate, the wine offers citrus and strawberry in a slightly sweet and friendly package. A great accompaniment to grilled chicken salad, light cheeses or fruit.",Rosé,14,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2008 Rosé Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2008-rose-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2008,Glenora 13.5,Red,Australia,"Shows pleasant aromas of mixed berries and leather, then delivers flavors of pie cherry and vanilla on the palate. Made in a crisp, tart style, which requires food to be seen at its best advantage; try it with burgers over the next few years.",Estate Grown,13,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2007 Estate Grown Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2007-grown-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Hope Estate 13,White,Argentina,"In the limited but challenged world of Argentinean Viognier, this one is pretty good. It's a touch oily and pickled, but that's a varietal trait and a reflection of warm terroir more than a fault. Flavors of citrus, pineapple and mango are solid, while the orange blossom character helps give it lift.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2008 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2008-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2008,Mil Piedras 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of black fruit carry a light oak accent, and overall this is the type of Malbec that will earn more friends than detractors. Kind of hard and tannic in the mouth, with crisp black cherry and raspberry flavors. Clean but tough mouthfeel. Needs a burger or a slice of pizza to cut the tannins.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Mil Piedras 2007 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2007-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2007,Mil Piedras 13.5,Red,US,"A fresh, crisp young Zinfandel, briary and brambly, with exuberant flavors of wild raspberries, cola, red licorice, mint and loads of peppery spices. A good, inexpensive wine for everyday fare.",,12,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 2006 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2006-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2006,Montevina 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with clean but basic cherry/berry aromas, but with a candied twist. The palate is more lean and sharp than ideal, with zippy red fruit flavors that carry some scour. Lively and peppy, but a little sharp in the long run.",D'Aragon Old Vine,11,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos 2008 D'Aragon Old Vine Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandes-vinos-vinedos-2008-daragon-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,Grandes Vinos y Viñedos ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dense and serious, a powerful vintage, as would be expected from Fonseca. The whole emphasis of the wine pushes the tannins forward, but this structure is based on black plums with dark fruit skins and a solid, chunky character. The finish is juicy and bold.",Vintage,95,96,Port,,,Fonseca 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Fonseca 14.2,Red,US,"Grown in the flatlands and benches of Alexander Valley, this Cab tastes more like a high mountain wine, with its firm tannins and flavor intensity. It's quite fine, showing intense blackberry, cherry, black currant, plum, cocoa and violet flavors that are tinged with soft, dry herbs. Very beautiful now for sheer charm, it will develop bottle complexities over the next decade. The best Cabernet from Hanna in memory.",Reserve,52,95,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hanna 14.3,Red,US,"Just beautiful. Showcases true Russian River characteristics of dryness, acidity and, in this vintage, exceptional ripeness without too much alcohol. Silky and complex, with deep, long flavors of cherries, currants, cola, pomegranates, leather, cocoa and peppery spices. A tremendously attractive wine that will age for a good six years.",Nicole's Vineyard,65,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2007 Nicole's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2007-nicoles-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,J Vineyards & Winery ,Dessert,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. The ripe fruits go straight to the heart of this powerful, orange peel and citrus wine. There are yellow fruits, balanced with fresh acidity. The ensemble is rich, but balanced.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Védrines 2008 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-vedrines-2008-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Doisy-Védrines 14.3,Red,US,"Lots of voluptuous softness in the mouth, like velvet gliding over the palate. But you'll also experience serious tannins that hit midway, creating a lockdown astringency. Evidence of ageability lies in the massive core of blackberries and cassis, as well as the overall balance and tang of acidity on the finish. This Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux blend should hit its stride after 2012 and continue for many years.",Padrone,110,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2006 Padrone Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2006-padrone-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Signorello ,White,US,"The 10th vintage of Eroica may be the best ever. It's supremely fresh, spicy, and mineral-driven. The well-textured mouthfeel runs the gamut from celery, chervil and other fresh herbs into melon, citrus and stone. Though technically off-dry, this is a low pH, high acid wine with plenty of length and depth.",Eroica,24,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2008 Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-dr-loosen-2008-eroica-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 14.5,Red,Italy,"Basarin unveils super seductive aromas of mocha fudge, clove, toasted almond, sweet cherry and cured meat. There's enormous depth and density here and the finish is thick and chewy. The wine lasts long on the palate and would pair perfectly with any truffle-based dish. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Basarin,60,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Moccagatta 2005 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moccagatta-2005-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Moccagatta ,Red,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. Well balanced wine, with its rich dark fruits well in harmony with its freshness and its dry tannins. Very juicy aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Hosanna 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hosanna-2006-barrel-sample-pomerol-72227/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Hosanna ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A floral wine, offering dusty tannins to go with its sweet crushed strawberry flavors. There are spice and black fig flavors as well as elegance—a sense of proper restraint just waiting to power out in maybe 10 years. At the moment, it is all fruit, but over time it will show more structure.",Vintage,73,93,Port,,,Warre's 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Warre's ,Red,US,"Quady North's Flagship is what the owners consider the best lot of wine of the year, and this year they've chosen this superb Syrah. Whiffs of earth and bud, roasted meat and licorice fill the nose, with flavors following. The fruit is like brandy-soaked cherries, wrapped in all the roasted, earthy, organic layers. Tasted even better after being open for 24 hours.",Flagship,65,93,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Quady North 2006 Flagship Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2006-flagship-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,2006,Quady North 14.3,Red,US,"Impresses for its impeccable balance, which is so hard for Syrah to achieve in California. Part of that is the fine vintage and part is Quivira's historic understanding of winemaking. The wine is totally dry, with rich, thick tannins and mouthwatering acidity accompanying lush flavors of ripe blackberries, currants, dark chocolate, leather, black pepper and sandalwood. Delicious and compelling. Drink now–2011.q",Wine Creek Ranch,28,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2007 Wine Creek Ranch Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2007-wine-creek-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Quivira 14,Red,Spain,"A touch dusty on the nose, but otherwise it's all about forward black fruit. The palate is straightforward power with blackberry-driven flavors, and there are several layers of depth to the wine. Warm and baked on the finish, and designed to drink sooner rather than later. Yummy, rich stuff.",Xestal,32,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2005 Xestal Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2005-xestal-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2005,Gancedo 13.8,Red,US,"A bit ungainly now, with massive red and black cherry flavors that burst out in jammy richness. But this is Mayacamas, whose Cabernets are built to last. The tannins are fierce, the acids entirely adequate to protect this wine through 2012, when it should begin to develop bottle character.",,65,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Mayacamas 7.5,White,Germany,,Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,42,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Cool and tight, this is a firmly tannic wine, showing its mineral, primal rock character. The structure is dry, solid, the fruit a layer of cranberry and black fig among all this firmness. It should age, but is ready now.",Quinta do Cardo Selecção do Enólogo,15,92,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2005 Quinta do Cardo Selecção do Enólogo Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2005-quinta-cardo-seleccao-enologo-red-beira-interior/,Portuguese Red,2005,Companhia das Quintas ,Red,US,"This new release of Bésoleil is 80% Grenache; 5% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre. Intensely aromatic, bursting with black cherry, strawberry and raspberry aromas, its luscious palate is replete with black fruits. There are streaks of tree bark, a whiff of smoke and above all intensity of fruit.",Bésoleil,44,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2007 Bésoleil Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2007-besoleil-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2007,Betz Family ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. An impressive wine with good balance, sweet fruit and a delicious strand of fresh blackberry juice. The tannins are dark, but fit well with the fruit.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Haut-Marbuzet 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-marbuzet-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Marbuzet ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A wine for the long-term. It has dark tannins, powerful fruit, with some extraction. The density is the power here, firm, solid, very tough at this stage.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Gazin 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gazin-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Gazin ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. Owned by Bernard Magrez, this modern, smooth wine has impressive layers of new wood, mint aromas, and with a tough, solid core.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2006-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Fombrauge ,Dessert,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. Intense and rich, with powerful honey flavors. This is a wine that will impress by its power, but will probably also age well.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Filhot ,White,Austria,"A beautifully concentrated wine, with the ripest fruit giving flavors of apricots, white peaches and currants. It has power, its muscles bursting with fruit and mineral structure, ready to develop over the next 4–5 years and probably longer.",Kugler,25,92,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2008 Kugler Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2008-kugler-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2008,Weinrieder 13.5,Sparkling,US,"A strongly flavored blush, forward and bold in cherries, raspberries, vanilla, smoke and spices, and even suggestions of exotic mulberries. Dark in color, too. Made mostly from Pinot Noir, it can stand in for a red wine with filet mignon. Should develop in the bottle beyond 2011.",Brut Rosé,50,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Iron Horse 13.5,Sparkling,US,"An exquisite, 100% Chardonnay. Drinks drier than most California bubblies, with firm acidity framing delicate flavors of lime rind, hazelnut, vanilla, yeast and smoke. Just lovely and ethereal now, and should hold for some years.",Blanc de Blancs,38,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2004 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-blanc-blancs-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Iron Horse 7.5,White,Germany,,Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Spätlese,45,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Fritz Haag 2007 Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-haag-2007-brauneberger-juffer-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Fritz Haag 14.5,Red,US,"A big, thick, heavy Pinot Noir, showing the ripe flavors that a good Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir usually has. Floods the mouth with raspberry and cherry pie filling, currants, red plums, cola and rhubarbs. Nothing shy about it. Good now with lamb chops or a nice steak, and should do interesting things over the next six years.",Double L Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2007 Double L Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2007-double-l-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Morgan ,Red,US,"Northstar's Columbia Valley Merlot nicely captures the silky finesse of the vintage. Velvety, deep and rich, it's loaded with toast, licorice and chocolate, along with plenty of ripe red and black fruits. It's three quarters Merlot, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, with a splash of Cab Franc and Petit Verdot.",,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2006 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Northstar 8,White,Germany,,Piesport Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,50,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reinhold Haart 2007 Piesport Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reinhold-haart-2007-piesport-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Reinhold Haart ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Finely tannic, this is a solid wine, full of dark fruit skins, dry, dense and impressive in structure. It shows every sign of aging potential, from its solid tannins to its tight, red berry fruits and black fig flavors.",Vintage,90,92,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Ramos-Pinto 13,White,Austria,"A bold Grüner Veltliner, with spice and minerality to go with the rich fruit. There is a steely edge that suggests the wine needs a year's aging, to bring on greater richness. Big and impressive.",Hundsleiten,32,92,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2008 Hundsleiten Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2008-hundsleiten-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,R&A Pfaffl 14,Red,Portugal,"A Pombal is a dovecote (it's also the name of the Portuguese prime minister who created the Douro demarcation in 1756), and this wine comes from vines close to a dovecote on the Vesúvio estate. It shows smooth, opulent richness with the concentration of low yields. It has wonderful black fruits and a sweet, spicy tannin character.",Pombal do Vesúvio,28,92,Douro,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2007 Pombal do Vesúvio Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2007-pombal-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Vesuvio ,Red,France,"Cristia's style typically features dynamic cherry fruit; the 2006's aromas include an almost floral element as well, plus hints of almond paste. It's a very lush and red-fruited wine, somewhere between creamy and velvety in texture, with just a touch of astringency on the finish. Drink now–2018.",,55,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Cristia 2006 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cristia-2006-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de Cristia ,White,US,"Another fine white wine from Chehalem, dry but not sour, with lovely sweet/tart peach and pear, honeysuckle and lime flavors co-mingled. It has a full midpalate and a clean, refreshing finish.",Dry,21,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2008 Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Chehalem 14.4,White,US,"The vintage was a good one for the winery's Chardonnays. This Reserve got ripe in pineapples, nectarines, tangerines and guavas, which the winemaker has elaborated with smoky, spicy oak. A crisp spine of acidity provides a counter-balance of brightness to all that richness. Don't drink this creamy Chard too cold.",Reserve,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2006-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2006,Chateau St. Jean ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. On the dry side, this is powerful textured, a firm ripe wine that has big botrytis flavors, a very dry core. Obviously a wine for aging.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Sigalas Rabaud ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. Right in the heart of the city of Libourne, the small L'Enclos vineyard has had considerable investment and produces an impressive, smooth, modern style of wine, very ripe, full of lively acidity.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Quinault L'Enclos 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-quinault-lenclos-2006-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Quinault L'Enclos 14.2,Red,US,"Quite a good wine. It's luscious in creamy flavors of blackberries, cherries and toast, and also beautifully balanced. You feel the elegant interplay of oak, tannins and acidity. Should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Phenomenon,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2005 Phenomenon Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2005-phenomenon-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2005,Benessere 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific wine, delicious and classic in structure. Shows the beauty of the blend, which consists of five Bordeaux varieties. Rich in cherries, blackberries, red currants, chocolate, anise and sandalwood, it has a gentle, elegant mouthfeel, and is thoroughly dry.",Tapestry Reserve,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2006 Tapestry Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2006-tapestry-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Beaulieu Vineyard 14.8,Red,US,"With this Bordeaux blend, Beaulieu seems to be striving to create a softer, fruiter wine than their various Cabernets. They have succeeded. The wine is generous in blackberries, cherries and blueberries, with a strong coating of sweet, smoky oak. Plush and lovely now, and should develop bottle complexity through 2012.",Beaulieu Reserve Maestro Collection No. 1,65,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2006 Beaulieu Reserve Maestro Collection No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2006-reserve-maestro-collection-no-1-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Beaulieu Vineyard ,Red,US,"Barrister's signature wine is once again right on target; smoky in the house style, fully ripe and not at all vegetal, with Cab Franc's characteristic streak of pepper and coffee behind black cherry and cassis. The Cab Franc is blended with 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the wine unfolds gracefully through a long and powerful finish.",,27,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2007 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Barrister 14.4,White,US,"This is an intense, tightly wound Chardonnay, with potent flavors and high acidity. It dazzles with flavors of grilled ripe pineapples, green apples, Key lime pie, honey, vanilla and new oak that are flamboyant from entry to spicy finish. Not likely to age before the fruit fades, so drink now and through 2011.",Rincon Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2007 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2007-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Talley 14.2,White,US,"A wonderfully rewarding wine. It shows the dryness and crisp acidity you want in a savory white, and the fruit flavors, of peaches, grapefruits and green apples, are controlled and subtle. There's just a touch of oak, which adds softness, and of creamy lees. Brilliant and distinctive. Albariño and Grenache Blanc.",Blanco,20,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Trenza 2008 Blanco White (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenza-2008-blanco-white-central-coast-edna-valley/,White Blend,2008,Trenza 14.5,Red,US,"Delicious and charming, with crisp acidity and fragrant aromatics leading to a rich, savory mouthfeel. Shows an elegantly silky texture housing flavors of sour cherry candy, pomegranates, rhubarb pie, cola, cinnamon, pepper and sandalwood. Best now–2011.",Widdoes,48,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roessler 2007 Widdoes Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2007-widdoes-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roessler 14.5,White,US,"This is an elegant Chardonnay that will pair well with upscale fare, like scallops in a curry cream sauce. It's forward in ripe pineapple, pear, peach and lime flavors, with a smoky, crème brûlée richness that finishes in a swirl of spicy vanilla and smoky oak. Seems at its best now.",Durell Vineyard,48,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Robert Craig 2008 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2008-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Robert Craig 14.7,Red,US,"A big, tannic and dry wine that's nowhere near ready to drink now. Feels tight and astringent, and the new oak sticks like a sore thumb. But there's a solid core of black currants, indicating a good future. Don't touch it before 2011, and it should develop through 2014, at least, with proper cellaring.",Reserve,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sterling 14.3,Red,US,"This is the best California Malbec I have ever tasted. It has the weight and richness of a fine Napa Cab, with finely ground tannins, and the flavors range from blackberries, blueberries and currants to sweet leather and wild, Provençal herbs and lavender. Now–2012.",,40,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Steltzner 2006 Malbec (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steltzner-2006-malbec-napa-stags-leap-district/,Malbec,2006,Steltzner 14,Red,Italy,"The Cottá expression is slightly less intense than Fausoni and has a sharper, edgier character overall. The aromas are precise and focused, including forest berry, bramble and white chocolate. The wine feels broad and rich in the mouth and ends with firm, drying tannins.",Cottá,70,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Sottimano 2005 Cottá (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottimano-2005-cotta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Sottimano 14.3,Red,US,"An interesting Pinot Noir marked by the acidity and primary fruit of extreme youth. Dry and silky, it shows vibrant flavors of cherries, rose tea, pomegranates, cola and smoky cedar, with 40% new oak. A bit aloof and tough, although extremely elegant. Could begin to develop bottle complexity after 2010.",Robert Thomas Vineyard,65,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2007 Robert Thomas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2007-robert-thomas-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,J Vineyards & Winery 14.1,Red,US,"This is an impressive young Pinot Noir that's not particularly nuanced now, but could develop bottle complexity over the next 4–6 years. It's dry, silky and tart, and marked by hugely ripe flavors of cherries, raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola, orange zest and smoky oak. The fact that it grows better in the glass is a positive indicator of ageability.",El Coro,52,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller 2007 El Coro Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2007-el-coro-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Keller ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Smoky aromas, considerable new wood, spice and blackcurrant stalkiness. There is a definite amount of fruit, but the wood does dominate. The final texture is dark and dry.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapelle-mission-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion 9.5,Dessert,Canada,"One of the more expensive Niagara icewines, Konzelman lives up to its price tag with this stylish blend of marzipan and almond notes on the nose and an intense palate laced with macaroon and honey flavors. The long finish shows a nice acidic lift.",Icewine,55,92,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Konzelmann 2006 Icewine Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konzelmann-2006-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,2006,Konzelmann 15.2,White,US,"Made in the powerhouse Talbott style, which is extremely strong and powerful in flavor, and generously oaked. Floods the mouth with pineapple-infused crème brûlée, grilled pear, candied ginger, buttered toast, fire-toasted meringue, butterscotch, vanilla, white chocolate and even some botrytis flavors that are balanced with crisp acidity. These wines rapidly disintegrate with age, but it's flamboyant now.",,52,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Talbott 2006 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2006-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2006,Talbott 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Bordeaux blend, rich and flavorful, brimming with blackberries, black currants, black cherries, herbs and new oak. Feels fine and elegant in the mouth. Ready now for its elegant approachability, but has the tannic structure to age through 2014. Right up there with Stonestreet's more expensive wines, which makes it a comparative value.",Fifth Ridge,40,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2006 Fifth Ridge Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2006-fifth-ridge-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Stonestreet 14.2,White,US,"A lovely Chardonnay that's marked by a steely minerality that braces and provides structure to the pineapple, lemondrop, honey and buttered toast flavors. Feels really elegant and creamy in the mouth. Easy to find, with nearly 13,000 cases produced, and a good price for the quality.",,29,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Matanzas Creek 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Matanzas Creek 14.4,Red,US,"Hard to beat this Pinot when it comes to richness. It's so sumptuous and opulent, offering a flood of cherries, raspberries, currants, cola, pomegranates and smoky, spicy sandalwood, folded into a silky texture. Yet it never loses a sense of elegance. Now–2012.",Brosseau,42,92,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Roessler 2007 Brosseau Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2007-brosseau-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roessler ,Red,US,"Cab Franc from Southern Oregon may not be on your radar, but this bottle suggests it should be. Violets and leather perfume the nose, introducing soft, round purple fruits highlighted with cinnamon and licorice. Maybe not technically perfect, but what a mouthful of delicious flavors.",,35,92,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Quady North 2006 Cabernet Franc (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2006-cabernet-franc-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Quady North 15.4,Red,US,"An ambitious Syrah. Shows extraordinarily fine tannins, soft and rich, with complex flavors of blackberries, currants, mocha and pepper. A touch of Viognier goes a long way, adding a vein of lime taste and acidity. Give it six months to integrate and calm down.",The Brawler,36,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Prospect 772 2007 The Brawler Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-772-2007-brawler-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Prospect 772 ,Red,US,"A barrel selection of Schindler fruit, this reserve notches up the color, density and alcohol without sacrificing the basic character and finesse of the vineyard. Here are the tight layers of bacon fat, stone, pepper and leaf, along with tart, lightly herbal red fruits. The core fruit is concentrated, fresh and primary, and promises excellent aging potential.",Schindler Reserve,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2008 Schindler Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-schindler-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sineann ,Red,US,"The 2008 Sineann Pinots are an elegant, refined group of wines, more expressive of Burgundian varietal character than any in memory, and the Resonance, as usual, is among the best. It has a vibrant purity to the fruit that rings true and long through mixed red berries, vivid acids, streaks of iron and earth, and sails on into a detailed and seamless finish.",Resonance Vineyard,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2008 Resonance Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-resonance-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sineann ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. The first of the single vineyard wines made by Jonathan Maltus, this Cabernet Franc dominated wine is powered, rich, blackberries and dark plums, layers of new wood.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Dôme 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dome-2006-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Le Dôme ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Pisca vineyard is a recent purchase by Niepoort, although the company has bought fruit there for many years. This is a first as a single quinta wine, softer than the Niepoort vintage, immediately attractive, finely balanced. It has structure and sweet fruit.",Pisca Vintage,100,92,Port,,,Niepoort 2007 Pisca Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2007-pisca-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Niepoort 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Outstanding red wine for the price. Henry is a blend of Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, and it's clean, generous, lush, complex and highly satisfying for $20. The nose is clean and deep, while the pure palate features cola, blackberry, cassis and toast. Modern in style but not overdone. Drink now through 2012.",Henry Lagarde Guarda,20,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2007 Henry Lagarde Guarda Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2007-henry-guarda-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Lagarde ,White,US,"Four clones from Sancerre and Graves were planted about eight years ago, and are fermented in stainless steel. This is textural, crisp, with refreshing minerality; it is truly Sancerre-like in structure, bone dry and yet not so acidic it feels stripped. Perfectly ripe, sweet hints of grass without being grassy; excellent length and breadth.",Estate,26,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2008 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2008-estate-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Woodward Canyon 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the power and extraction of this vineyard's other Pinot Noirs, a huge wine stuffed with dramatic flavors of cherries, blackberries, currants, cola and smoky new oak. Almost like a Cabernet, except for the silky tannins. Very delicious and complex, but awkward, and needs time. Better 2011–2014.",Stony Block Don Miguel Vineyard,47,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2006 Stony Block Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2006-stony-block-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Marimar Estate ,Red,South Africa,"Luscious, full-bodied and sophisticated, this red blend starts with aromas of blackberry, anise and spice, followed by black frit, cedar, mocha and spice flavors. Elegant and complex, with a long, spicy finish.",Paul Sauer,45,92,Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2004 Paul Sauer Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2004-paul-sauer-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2004,Kanonkop ,Red,US,"This reserve, first introduced in 1986, is a blend of best barrels from best lots. Nicely blended into a seamless whole by winemaker Dave Paige, it opens with smoke, red licorice, and plump red and black fruits. It rounds out and brings a smile to the palate, with rather open, forward, fruit-driven flavors; persistent, with ripe, polished tannins and some cinnamon spice.",Elizabeth's Reserve,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2007 Elizabeth's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2007-elizabeths-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adelsheim 14.6,Red,US,"Here's a rich, savory Syrah, made Northern Rhône-style. Dense and full-bodied, it displays complex flavors of blackberries, dark unsweetened chocolate, plums, tobacco, leather and black pepper. The tannins are robust, but very finely ground.",,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Dragonette 2007 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Dragonette 14.5,Red,Portugal,"There is no hint of the alcohol on this structured, surprisingly elegant wine. It has fine black berry fruits that are touched by the tight texture and acidity. A blend of four varieties, it shows complexity of flavor and potential aging.",Esporão Reserva,20,92,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2006 Esporão Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2006-esporao-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2006,Herdade do Esporão 14.1,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, held back for a couple years, and the wine has mellowed to supple perfection. With soft tannins and an herbal quality, the wine brims with black cherries, currants, sage and cedar. Should evolve slowly over the next 6–8 years.",,50,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawkes 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkes-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hawkes 14.2,White,US,"A lovely Chardonnay, crisp and streamlined. Shows rich flavors of pineapples, peaches and pears, made bright and clean by zesty coastal acidity. Grows better in the glass as it airs and warms, a good sign.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Falcone 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Falcone 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, deeply flavored and complex. It shows a silky, elegant mouthfeel, with powerful flavors of cherry and raspberry purée, mocha, Dr. Pepper and smoky sandalwood. Feels solid and impressive in texture, an important wine, and will drink well though 2014.",,42,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Etude 14.5,Red,Italy,"Vittoria is one of the best Barbera d'Alba wines you will ever taste. Chocolate fudge, powdered mocha, blackberry and exotic spice waft gently off the nose of the luscious but delicate Barbera d'Alba. The wine is dense and round (it's aged in oak, 50% of which is new barrique).",Vittoria,34,92,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gianfranco Alessandria 2006 Vittoria (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-alessandria-2006-vittoria-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Gianfranco Alessandria ,White,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. A classic in a great white year. Even though the wine is full and generous, it also has vibrant green fruits and lively acidity. It's going to be delicious, already shows a great future.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2006-barrel-sample-pessac-leognan-72693/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. On the dry, structured side, a wine with huge fruit tannins that roll over the fruit. The concentration is palpable, all dense fruit. The berry flavors get a look-in right at the end. For long aging, as long as the tannins finally soften.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Clerc Milon ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Rich, balanced wine that offers a big, opulent character, the fruit full of black berry juice, a layer of dried figs and final chunky tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bouscaut ,Red,France,"This luxury cuvée was aged in 600-liter demimuids, which proprietor André Romero believes impart just the right amount of oak influence. The 2006 is not as richly concentrated as the 2005, but may turn out to be better balanced, with its creamy texture building to mouthdrying on the finish. Bold cherry flavors and a touch of chocolate finish long, picking up hints of spice. Drink now–2020.",Fleur de Confiance Rasteau,,92,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine la Soumade 2006 Fleur de Confiance Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-soumade-2006-fleur-confiance-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine la Soumade ,Red,France,"This tour de force starts off with some slightly tarry notes on the nose, but quickly segues into rich plum and chocolate fruit. All at once, it's creamy and spicy, lush yet structured. With its high (approximately 60%) Mourvèdre content, this should drink well for at least a decade, although it's approachable now.",Haut Coustias Cairanne,32,92,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin 2006 Haut Coustias Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-loratoire-saint-martin-2006-haut-coustias-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Fresh, fruity wine, the tannins dense, but brightened by shafts of vivid acidity. The wine has great blackcurrant and red berry flavors, that give it a great aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Serre 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serre-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Serre ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This has super-ripe fruit, but it has been controlled by a dense series of tannin layers. The acidity is in the same sweet character, giving a wine that is both fruity and serious.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Gaffelière ,Red,US,"Firm and juicy, this old vine Cabernet is loaded with black fruits. With just 1% Merlot in the blend, it's a generous mouthful of almost-pure Cabernet, layered with licorice, mineral, and intense fruit flavors of currant and cherry.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2006 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2006-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14,Red,Portugal,"A brooding, powerful wine, concentrating perfumed fruit with black berry juice and dark tannins. It does have acidity to balance all the power and richness, but this is a big, solid wine with density of flavor.",Quinta de Pancas Reserva,20,92,Estremadura,,,Companhia das Quintas 2005 Quinta de Pancas Reserva Touriga Nacional (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2005-quinta-pancas-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional,2005,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Rich, savory and smooth, this Bordeaux blend offers complex aromas of leather, cloves, tobacco and cedar followed by integrated layers of tobacco, cinnamon, cloves and spice. Elegant and structured, with a big, lingering finish. A beautiful example of how to marry Old and New World styles.",Sir Percy Classic Blend,40,92,Stellenbosch,,,Bilton 2004 Sir Percy Classic Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bilton-2004-sir-percy-classic-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Bilton 13,Sparkling,US,"The refined texture recommends this brut, which is mainly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with a splash of Pinot Meunier. It's an elegant wine, rich in citrus fruits, green apples, raspberries, smoke and creamy yeast, but it's very young and aggressive. Needs time. Cellar through 2012.",L'Etoile Brut,40,92,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV L'Etoile Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-letoile-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.5,White,Portugal,"The flagship white from Bacalhôa is a full-bodied blend of Fernão Pires and Chardonnay. There is both freshness and richness here, with a tight texture of lime zest and apple skins giving lively acidity. The finish is more tropical, with smooth creamy flavors.",Catarina,12,92,Terras do Sado,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 Catarina White (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-catarina-white-terras-sado/,Portuguese White,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal ,Red,US,"This is dusty, fragrant, peppery, and lush with ripe fruits—berries and cherries and even a whiff of mango. Delicious through a long, lip-smacking finish.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,33,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Barrister 2006 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2006-pepper-bridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Barrister ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Made by Niepoort for importer Broadbent Selections, this is a structured wine, showing dry tannins and density. The fruit is all there as well, offering fresh acidity, crushed raspberries and red plums. Alongside the ripeness, there is a dry core of tannin.",Vintage,69,92,Port,,,Broadbent 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadbent-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Broadbent 13,Red,Italy,"Here is a compact and tight red wine with a polished mouthfeel and pretty aromas of black fruit, prune, plum and natural spice. The wine is smooth and velvety in the mouth with lively fruit and shadings of crushed black pepper.",Pignol,70,92,,Venezia Giulia,,Bressan 1999 Pignol Pignolo (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bressan-1999-pignol-italian-red-pignolo-venezia-giulia/,Pignolo,1999,Bressan ,Red,US,"The core of earthy, herbal red fruit is crisply defined, and seems to build power as it expands into a protracted finish. The wine layers in cinnamon, toast, and chocolate, without losing any of its tart fruit as it gently fades into a finish of wild raspberries and shaved dark chocolate.",Wyeast Vineyard,42,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2008 Wyeast Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-wyeast-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sineann 12.9,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful sparkling wine, and a rare release from this winery that usually produces multi-county blends. It has incredibly complex, dry flavors of Meyer lemons, limes, brioche, vanilla, sweet lees and smoky barrel that change with every sip. Would score even higher if it were finer in the mousse, but otherwise a compelling sparkler marked by elegance and classicism.",Brut,70,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 2004 Brut Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2004-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Schramsberg 14.4,White,US,"Dramatic and unctuous, displaying Rosemary's usual complexity and intensity. In this fine vintage, the ripe grilled pineapple, peach tart, crème brûlée, buttered toast, honeysuckle and mineral flavors are accompanied by fine, crisp acidity that brightens and lifts the richness. Very rich and elegant. Drink now–2010.",Rosemary's Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2007 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2007-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Talley 13.5,Red,US,"Released at the age of one year, which is disappointing as the wine will surely gain in the bottle. It's young and acidic and fruity, with complex waves of cherries, red currants, beef tartare, sautéed wild mushrooms with a splash of soy and balsamic, orange zest, pepper and the sweet sandalwood of smoky oak. Very fine, but needs at least a year in the bottle.",Hellenthal Vineyard,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2008 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2008-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,W.H. Smith ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This big, firm wine, produced by the team that makes Dow's and Graham's Port, is as impressive as always. With its tight plum skins and dense character, ripe jammy texture and sweet fruit, it combines immediate charm with the potential for long-term aging.",Vintage,56,93,Port,,,Quinta de Roriz 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quinta de Roriz 14,Red,Italy,"This is an amazing wine from all points of view. It excels in power, intensity, concentration, purity and elegance. The many aromas it offers include black cherry, plum, polished mineral, tobacco, earth and exotic spice. It livens the mouth thanks to its rich berry flavors and leaves a soft, plush impression that lasts a long time.",Sossó Rosazzo Riserva,55,93,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2004 Sossó Rosazzo Riserva Red (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2004-sosso-rosazzo-riserva-red-colli-orientali-friuli/,Red Blend,2004,Livio Felluga 14.3,White,US,"You could enjoy this Chardonnay now, because it has lush pineapple, pear and mineral flavors, and smoky oak adds delicious notes of vanilla, honey and buttered toast. Yet it's a tight wine, with searing acidity. One of the few California Chardonnays that needs age, it will come into its own after 2012.",,35,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2006 Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2006-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2006,Mayacamas 14.2,White,US,"Smoky, creamy and ultrasmooth in vanilla bean sweetness, this is an absolutely delicious Chardonnay. It's so forward in pineapples, peaches, pears, green apples and honey, with lots of buttered toast, but is also crisply balanced in citrusy acidity. A real treat now.",Carneros Selection,32,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gary Farrell 2007 Carneros Selection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-carneros-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Gary Farrell ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A beautiful, ripe wine, closed, but with swathes of fruit, tannins and intense acidity. Finally comes freshness, a lively aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Providence 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-providence-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Providence ,Dessert,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. Beautifully balanced, this wine shows freshness and richness in equal measure. The acidity gives the sweet apricot, dried fruit and honeyed flavors an vibrancy as well as power.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Malle 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château de Malle ,Dessert,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. There is big, and serious botrytis here. With its powerful structure, its dry botrytis, here's a wine that will certainly need aging. Very powerful, intense.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe Guignard 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-guignard-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Lamothe Guignard ,Red,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. One of the few biodynamic properties in Bordeaux, this estate makes stunning wine. No exception this year, a powerful, pure fruity wine, stacked with blackberries and dark chocolate oak tannins.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-figeac-2006-barrel-sample-saint-emilion-72229/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château La Tour Figeac ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A big, concentrated, powerful wine, yet also one restrained by elegant fresh fruits. There is plenty of style here, a complex mix of fruits, acidity and balanced tannins.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Talbot 14,Red,Argentina,"Electric purple in color, with a concentrated, deep nose of mineral, black plum and toast. The palate is lush and giant, but balanced perfectly by natural acidity and fine tannins. Huge berry and plum flavors are dense, and vanilla, coffee and herb flavors grace the long finish. Drink from 2010 through 2016.",Finca Bella Vista,112,93,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Achaval-Ferrer 2007 Finca Bella Vista Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2007-finca-bella-vista-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2007,Achaval-Ferrer 14,Red,Portugal,"One of Portugal's oldest plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, from 1974, produced at the beautiful renaissance estate of Bacalhôa. With its dark color, elegant richness, black currant and red berry fruits, this remains a great benchmark, a brilliant transformation of the French grapes into Portuguese tastes.",Quinta da Bacalhôa,30,93,Terras do Sado,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 Quinta da Bacalhôa Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-quinta-red-terras-sado/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A beautifully perfumed wine, lively and spicy, with impressive density. It is also fruity, with blackberry juice around the perfumed core. It finishes with a touch of minerality.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Dôme 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dome-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Le Dôme 10,Dessert,Canada,"The seductive nose on this wine reaches right out of the glass and pulls you in. The unctuous palate is pure self-indulgence, with intense notes of peach and mandarin orange. A medium-length finish has enough acidity to carry the high level of residual sugar.",Icewine,55,93,Ontario,Niagara Escarpment,,Henry of Pelham 2006 Icewine Riesling (Niagara Escarpment),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-pelham-2006-icewine-riesling-niagara-escarpment/,Riesling,2006,Henry of Pelham 15.4,Red,US,"A tremendous Petite Sirah, among the finest from Paso Robles. It's a big wine, with massive flavors of blackberries, currants, leather, mocha and smoky oak, with an ultralong, spicy finish. Yet the wine is totally dry, with refined, silky tannins. Yes, the alcohol's high, but it's completely balanced. Best now and through the next decade.",Jardine,26,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2007 Jardine Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2007-jardine-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Vina Robles ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A full in the mouth wine, its botrytis a big, rich character among the super-rich fruit. There is power here, intensity of flavor, a dense, concentrated wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château la Tour Blanche ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. An impressive wine. It shows just the right balance of dry botrytis and sweet fruit, bringing a firm structure as well as ripe bitter orange marmalade flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Filhot ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. With its gold color, this announces richness. The texture is rich, a wine that rounds in the mouth, giving sweetness, tropical flavors and big, ripe fruit. Only to finish, does the acidity arrive.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2008 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2008-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château de Myrat ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Like many of the Sauternes in 2008, this is dominated by huge, concentrated botrytis. The fruits are dried, with orange peel coming through as a final, fresh lift.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clos-haut-peyraguey-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"From a small single parcel in Gigondas, this shows remarkably pure cola and plum fruit, pointed up by plenty of richness on the palate. Compared to Montirius's 2006 Terre des Aînés, its tannins are chewier and softer at the same time, making it approachable now, yet capable of lasting at least through 2020.",Confidential,,93,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Montirius 2006 Confidential (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2006-confidential-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Montirius ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its enticing perfumes, sweet plum and damson fruit flavors, this is initially a seductive wine. But at the same time, the vivid acidity and the strong tannic element suggest good aging potential.",Vintage,70,93,Port,,,Offley 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Offley 14,Dessert,US,"A joy to drink. It's so sweet and unctuous in honeyed apricots, citrus fruits, sautéed bananas, vanilla custard and spices, and yet so balanced with racy acidity. You could almost drink the entire bottle with some vanilla cookies, or better yet, a banana cream pie.",Oley Sweet,14,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2008 Oley Sweet Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-oley-sweet-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2008,Novy 14.9,Red,US,"Fine and delicious, a huge improvement over the '06 and even better than the excellent '04. Dry and silky, it shows classic Pinot Noir structure, with long, deep flavors of oak-inspired cherries, raspberries, cola, mocha and Asian spices. Now–2013.",Lone Tree Vineyard,65,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2007 Lone Tree Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2007-lone-tree-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Acacia ,White,US,"In some bottles, in some vintages, Oregon Chardonnays do become quite Burgundian in style, in all the best ways. This very limited (36 case) offering is one such; it is steely, structured, a bit stiff even, but laced with impressive minerality, and the tightly etched fruit flavors reminiscent of Chablis.",Stoller Vineyards,58,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Adelsheim 2007 Stoller Vineyards Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2007-stoller-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Adelsheim 13.5,White,Italy,"One of Italy's best white wines, this gorgeous blend of Friulano, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon delivers intensity, concentration, fragrance and elegance. The wine is luminous and brilliant with aromas of peach, apricot and delicately toasted almond.",Terre Alte,70,93,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2007 Terre Alte White (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2007-terre-alte-white-colli-orientali-friuli/,White Blend,2007,Livio Felluga 7.5,White,Germany,"This striking spätlese comes across as lush and decadent, yet without losing any focus. Crushed stones impart a sense of minerality on the nose, palate and finish, while the roundness comes from notes of honey, apple blossom and orange marmalade. Long and pristinely pure on the finish. Drink now-2030.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Goldkapsel,38,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2007 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Goldkapsel Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2007-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-goldkapsel-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Grans-Fassian 14.4,Red,US,"It's a barrel selection from J's Russian River vineyards. New oak stands out, offering smoky, caramelly notes, but there's an enormous core of blackberries, cherries and raspberries that just wants some time to emerge. Give this dry, tight wine 3–4 years in the cellar.",Barrel 16,70,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2007 Barrel 16 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2007-barrel-16-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,J Vineyards & Winery 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet that stakes out its style of soft approachability and complexity, but will also age well. Impressively structured and dry, it shows rich flavors of blackberries, black currants and fresh herbs. Best now–2014.",,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,John Anthony 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,John Anthony 15,Red,France,"Based in the northern Rhône, Chapoutier's Châteauneufs have not always been a strong suit, but the 2006 Barbe Rac rocks. Some stable-like notes on the nose add complexity to the bold cherry fruit, while stemmy, herbal notes bring even more nuance to the palate. It's full bodied, soft and round, with a finishing texture somewhere between silk and velvet. Best from 2012–2020.",Barbe Rac,110,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,M. Chapoutier 2006 Barbe Rac Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2006-barbe-rac-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,M. Chapoutier 14.5,Red,US,"Titus's regular '06 Cab is a wonderful wine. Their Reserve is even better, showing a more dramatic structure of smooth, complex tannins and a more intense, fruity profile. Offers lavish waves of blackberries, black currants, cassis, smoky oak and minerals, with notes of chocolate and cappuccino. Delicious now and through 2013.",Reserve,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Titus 14.7,Red,US,"A gorgeous Syrah, sumptuous and seductive, with a texture of sheer silk and satin. Beyond that, the flavors are rich and complex, offering satisfying waves of blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, cassis, milk chocolate, anise, pepper and toast. Really fine, with a good backbone of tannins. Now–2011.",White Hawk Vineyard,45,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Think Tank 2007 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/think-tank-2007-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Think Tank ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. With its big, almost dry core of botrytis, this is going to be an intense wine - many years from now. For the present, the acidity gives it some freshness, while it remains concentrated.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Suau 2008 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2008-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Suau 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Despite its four years' aging, this is still young. The Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend (with Touriga Nacional and Petit Verdot) sees to that, producing the tightly textured tannins. The wine sits foursquare on structure, the fruit still behind. Wait 2–3 years.",Quinta de Pancas Grande Escolha,25,93,Estremadura,,,Companhia das Quintas 2005 Quinta de Pancas Grande Escolha Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2005-quinta-pancas-grande-escolha-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2005,Companhia das Quintas 7.5,White,Germany,"This thrilling auslese starts off with intriguing spicy, musky aromas, then moves easily into flavors of pear, melon, pineapple and even red berries on the palate. It somehow comes across as plump, yet crytalline and pure, with a long, fruit-driven finish. Drink now–2030.",Erdener Treppchen Auslese,42,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Erdener Treppchen Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-erdener-treppchen-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The first duty of a blush bubbly is to be delicious and elegant, and this one is, despite the full-bodied flavors from a majority of Pinot Noir. The wine is dry and complex, with flavors of raspberries, cherries, limes, buttery vanilla, yeast and smoky oak. Really good, and will develop through 2013.",Brut Rosé,42,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer 2006 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2006-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Gloria Ferrer 12.9,Sparkling,US,"Gloria Ferrer holds this vintage brut back for many years before release, to the consumer's benefit. The '02 is rich and complex and beautiful now, although it has years remaining to its useful life. Shows flavors of limes, raspberries, brioche, tangerine zest, vanilla, yeasty bread dough and honeysuckle. An elegant, dry bubbly of enormous charm.",Royal Cuvée,35,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer 2002 Royal Cuvée Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2002-royal-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Gloria Ferrer 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The initial wood flavors dominate this still-young wine. With its tight mineral character and black currant fruits, it is very focused despite its power and intensity. The flavors open slowly over many hours, emphasizing the need for 4–5 years' aging.",,100,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2006 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2006-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2006,Quinta do Crasto ,White,Austria,"The concentration here is enormous, from low-yielding old vines. The wine has the characteristic pepper edge, but the creamy character, the ripe lychees and green plums, are all more dominant. At the end, a distinct spiciness shows through. Age ideally for 3–4 years.",Alte Reben,27,93,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2007 Alte Reben Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2007-alte-reben-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich-107628/,Grüner Veltliner,2007,Weinrieder 11,Dessert,US,"Super-sweet and utterly delicious. Shows complex waves of apricots, pineapples, honeysuckle, crème brûlée, vanilla and smoky pie crust, in a rich, buttercreamy texture. Irresistible. The residual sugar is an astonishing 24%.",Special Select Late Harvest,45,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 2006 Special Select Late Harvest Riesling (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2006-special-select-late-harvest-riesling-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Riesling,2006,Simi 14.5,Red,US,"Not ready for drinking now. Shows youthfully aggressive tannins and forward flavors of blackberries, currants, herbs and unintegrated new oak, making it the least satisfactory of Stonestreet's impressive new releases if you're looking for something now. Seems like it will make a very fine bottle after 2011 or so.",Christopher's,100,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2005 Christopher's Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2005-christophers-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Stonestreet ,Red,US,"This pure Malbec captures the perfect essence of the grape. It's tight, tart, bright with concentrated raspberry fruit, very much like a very ripe Dry Creek Zin. Just a little hot, but delicious; with extraordinary length and focus.",Timley,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2007 Timley Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2007-timley-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2007,Stevens 14.9,Red,US,"Expensive, but a perfect Pinot Noir to drink now for sheer luxury and decadence. Tastes so good, offering a tapestry of raspberry, cherry, licorice, mocha and sweet, smoky sandalwood. With finely ground tannins and near-perfect coastal acidity, it's addictively likeable. Now–2012.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2007 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2007-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,MacPhail 14.5,Red,US,"This is the biggest, most tannic and closed of the winery's three new 2007 Syrahs, and also the one most likely to improve in the cellar. It's intense and concentrated in pure blackberry and black cherry fruit, with the pepper, bacon, earth and smoky oak notes you want in a good 100% Syrah. But then, there are those big tannins. Give it a good 4–6 years.",Unti Vineyard,38,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Olson Ogden 2007 Unti Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2007-unti-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Olson Ogden 14.7,Red,US,"This is a deeply ripe, authoritatively structured Syrah of great power and finesse. It's drinkable now for the velvety texture and massive flavors of grilled blackberries, blueberries, currants, dark unsweetened chocolate, leather, black pepper and lots of sweet, smoky new oak. But it's also fairly tannic. Very fine now, with a brief decant, and through 2013.",Stagecoach Vineyard,52,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Olson Ogden 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Olson Ogden 14.5,Red,Chile,"Once again, Clos Apalta distinguishes itself as one of Chile's best wines. The bouquet is dark and slightly minty, with licorice, shoe polish and ripe, herb-tinged black fruit. Saturated and deep in the mouth, with cola, cassis, black cherry and blackberry flavors. Chewy wine; still has some oak to resolve. Best from 2011.",Clos Apalta,80,93,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2006 Clos Apalta Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2006-clos-apalta-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Lapostolle 14,Red,US,"Feels a bit thick and heavy now, with jammy raspberry, cherry, mocha and sandalwood flavors, but so good, so pure that a few years in the cellar have to benefit. A splendid acid-tannin balance provides the framework for aging. Better after 2011.",Calmant Creek Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,La Fenêtre 2007 Calmant Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2007-calmant-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Fenêtre 7.5,Dessert,Germany,,Erdener Treppchen Auslese *,35,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitges 2007 Erdener Treppchen Auslese * Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2007-erdener-treppchen-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Schmitges ,Dessert,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. A fat, full wine, this is rich, intense, concentrated. Great layers of botrytis and apricot flavors give it attraction and power.—R.V.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rieussec 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rieussec-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Rieussec ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Sweet, with a toffee element, the fruit ripe, full of bitter orange flavors, a richly fine wine, concentrated and tight. The aftertaste is rich, with great wafts of fruit.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rabaud-Promis 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rabaud-promis-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Rabaud-Promis ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A warm wine, which shows richness, open-ness. It has ripe, structured tannins, jelly fruits, based on a solid structure of sweet tannins and bright Cabernet acidity.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pontet-Canet ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Very dense, with plenty of new wood. The fruit is ripe, but moving towards elegance, keeping its richness in control. After, the fruit bursts in the mouth.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pavie ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A first vintage Port for José Maria Soares Franco, the man behind the legendary Douro table wine Barca Velha. He has teamed up with J. Portugal Ramos, better known in the Alentejo. This is beautifully perfumed Touriga Nacional, followed by fine and ripe tannins. A layer of acidity gives the wine a more dry, serious side. Powerful and intended for aging.",Vintage,60,93,Port,,,Duorum 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Duorum 15,Red,Italy,"Try this beautiful wine in order to understand how Amarone evolves and becomes more sophisticated with age. The aromas here are thick and penetrating with tones of dried fruit, cherry preserves, cola and resin. The mouthfeel is deep and concentrated and the finish is impressively long. A true classic.",,90,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bertani 2001 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Bertani 13.5,White,Austria,"A wine with wonderful citrus character, the fruit creamy with a great ripe swathe of honey and spice. The Käferberg vineyard, on a granite shoulder with clay topsoil, gives this warm, rich style of wine. Age for at least 3–4 years for a great Grüner Veltliner.",Käferberg Reserve,88,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2008 Käferberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2008-kaferberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Bründlmayer ,Red,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. Impressive, the tannins here, maybe too overwhelming. Look instead for the black plums, the spice and the structure. Needs to come into balance.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan de May de Certan 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-de-may-de-certan-2006-barrel-sample-pomerol-72225/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Certan de May de Certan ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A rich, concentrated wine, the black fruits fitting well into the solid, dark tannic structure and juicy aftertaste. An impressive performance, and a wine that will age well.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lascombes ,Red,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. Owned by the Bécot family of Beauséjour-Bécot, this is a single vineyard parcel, producing a rich wine, powered by blackberry fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gomerie 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-gomerie-2006-barrel-sample-saint-emilion-72228/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château la Gomerie 13.9,Red,US,"This is a big, powerful and still young Cabernet blend that's not ready to drink yet. The massive blackberry, black currant, violet and dark chocolate flavors haven't meshed with the smoky oak, while a cut of fruity acidity makes for a tart mouthfeel. But it should easily negotiate the years. Better after 2011, and should blossom afterwards.",Odyssey,50,93,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Arger-Martucci 2005 Odyssey Red (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2005-odyssey-red-napa-atlas-peak/,Red Blend,2005,Arger-Martucci 13.9,Red,US,"Here's an elegant, full-bodied Cabernet packed with power and grace. It feels lush and classy in the mouth, a dry, softly tannic wine with rich flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar. Drinks well now and should age well for 6–8 more years.",,40,93,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Arger-Martucci 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Arger-Martucci ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Firm, but ripe, very sweet Merlot coming through a core of tense acidity. This is chunky, foursquare, remaining fruity while also tannic.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Clinet 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clinet-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Clinet ,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Rich and creamy, showing ripe Sauvignon fruits, hinting at tropical. The fruit is certainly ripe, full in the mouth, but has preserved a good, tight structure and freshness",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Latour-Martillac ,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Smooth, the wood almost dominant but finally integrating well with the ripe yellow fruits. It is rich, creamy, with some toastiness, but well balanced.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A big, concentrated, powerful wine, yet also one restrained by elegant fresh fruits. There is plenty of style here, a complex mix of fruits, acidity and balanced tannins.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Langoa Barton ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. This is a dark, firm, strongly tannic but impressive wine, with a dry core of dark fruits. They open slowly to reveal a rich undertow of blackberry jelly fruit flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Bailly ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Firm, richly structured, powered through with botrytis, a dried apricot and peach character, which is tight, the acidity compensating with a great vivid character.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Guiraud 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiraud-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Guiraud ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Smoky, tobacco aromas, a wine that slowly reveals its powerful fruits, its tense tannins and a dry, very firm structure. Impressive.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Mayne 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-mayne-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Mayne ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Very sweet new wood, caramel aromas that give the wine an initial softness. Then acidity and sweet blackberry flavors move in, suggesting that this will be a finely balanced wine once it is bottled.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Figeac 14.5,Red,US,"This is really an exquisite Cabernet. It shows the intensity and purity that Howell Mountains brings to wine, with a superb structure of fine, complex tannins and acidity. Flavorwise, the blackberries, black currants, cassis, blueberries and chocolate have an edge of raisins, but not too much, just enough for a spicy bite. Beautiful now and through 2015, in a proper cellar.",,42,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,W.H. Smith 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,W.H. Smith ,White,US,"Don't let the Washington appellation dissuade you, this is 70% Woodward Canyon estate fruit. Aged in 20% new oak, it's aromatic, a lovely mix of fruits, perfectly assembled. Flavors run from lime to apple, pear to tropical, dusted with toasted hazelnuts and finished with notes of vanilla and caramel.",,44,93,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodward Canyon 2008 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Woodward Canyon ,Red,US,"Extremely dark, inky, black, impenetrable; dense in every way, this highly extracted wine is a real tongue-stainer. The fruit is blueberry compote; the tannins grippy and strong, but polished and ripe; the acids and minerality keep the power under a firm leash.",The Evil Twin,60,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2007 The Evil Twin Syrah-Cabernet (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2007-evil-twin-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah-Cabernet,2007,Gorman 14.2,White,US,"Despite a silky, medium-bodied texture, this Pinot is tough and tannic, with a sandpapery astringency through the finish. It's deep in flavor, with waves of cherry, cola, rhubarb, pomegranate, balsam, mushroom and sandalwood, and is elegantly structured and thoroughly dry. Needs time. Better after 2011.",Rochioli Vineyard,65,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gary Farrell 13.8,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, lush and immediately likeable, as Pinots from this fine vineyard tend to be. Shows forward flavors of cherries, red currants, rhubarbs, cola, anise, tangerine zest and smoky sandalwood, wrapped into very fine tannins and balanced with crisp acidity. Such is the balance that this wine should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",La Encantada Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Furthermore 2007 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2007-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Furthermore ,Red,US,"The Fielding Hills Syrah remains one of my favorites in a state loaded with great Syrahs, fruit-powered with spicy purple fruits, annotated with scents of game, anise, smoke and moist earth. The black and purple fruits dominate, as expressive and ripe as any Syrah in the state. It's still young, a bit oaky, and relatively high in alcohol. Give it some bottle age and all the complexity will come into focus.",RiverBend Vineyard,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2007 RiverBend Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2007-riverbend-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Fielding Hills ,Red,US,"Succulent, liquorous, dense and tart—this is superb Washington Merlot. It is bursting with blueberry and black cherry fruit flavors, and has the highest percentage of Merlot ever for Fielding Hills. This wine is beautifully structured but big; give it plenty of breathing time, or cellar it for a few more years.",RiverBend Vineyard,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2007 RiverBend Vineyard Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2007-riverbend-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2007,Fielding Hills 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From 70-year-old vines on the Crasto estate, this is an impressive wine, with its superripe fruit layered with acidity and the sweetest of berry flavors. Wood aging gives roundness to go with the tight mineral complexity.",Reserva Old Vines,50,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2006 Reserva Old Vines Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2006-reserva-old-vines-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Quinta do Crasto 14.4,Red,US,"There's tons of cherry, cola and licorice flavor in this vigorous young Pinot. It also shows an earthy streak of herbs and mushrooms, suggesting a sautéed Portobello splashed with balsamic. The result is complex and fascinating, yet vigorous tannins and keen acidity warrant time in the cellar. Give it through 2011.",Olivet Lane,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2007 Olivet Lane Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-olivet-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards 14.5,Red,Spain,"Among richly structured Bierzo wines, this is a dandy. Thick, jammy aromas with a cookie quality kick it off, and then comes a tidal wave of blackberry, pastry and mocha flavors. By now you're saying “wow,” and then comes a warm, subtle, chocolaty finish. More rich and hedonistic than varietal or terroir-driven. Drink now–2012.",Aurea,52,93,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pittacum 2006 Aurea Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pittacum-2006-aurea-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Pittacum ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A serious, but elegant wine. It has structure, but that is put in second place to the fresh black plum and dried fig fruits. Lively acidity to give the wine an extra freshness",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Trottevieille ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Rich rather than sweet, this is stuffed full of botrytis. The wine is powered through with this dusty texture, rolling richly but catching the dried fruit character.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rieussec 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rieussec-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Rieussec ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Firmly balanced, showing the tannins first and then ushering in the ripe black, juicy fruits, this is a fine wine, potentially delicious, worth aging.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Rauzan-Ségla 14.5,White,US,"Made from a block in the estate vineyard, the Chardonnay shows classic Green Valley acidity and savory flavors of Key lime pie, stony minerals, Asian pears and pineapple brûlée, with a rich coating of smoky oak. For all the opulence, it's totally dry on the finish. Complex and compelling. Drink now–2013 for freshness and vitality.",Bonita's Hill Don Miguel Vineyard,39,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2008 Bonita's Hill Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2008-bonitas-hill-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Marimar Estate 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful, soft and likeable Pinot Noir, with considerable complexity. Shows waves of black cherries, red currants, cola, mocha, bacon, licorice and sandalwood flavors that finish in a swirl of dusty spices. Dry and silky, this Pinot is drinking well now, and should hold over the next six years.",Quail Hill Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2007 Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2007-quail-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lynmar 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bric Balin offers the same creamy succulence of Moccagatta's Cole Barbaresco, only here, you get added aromas of smoked bacon and cured meat. At the base is a solid foundation of lively fruit and chocolate-like nuances, and the wine ends with bold flavors and tight tannins. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Bric Balin,60,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Moccagatta 2005 Bric Balin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moccagatta-2005-bric-balin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Moccagatta 15,Red,US,"Classic Monte Rosso Zin, big, full-bodied and mouthfilling, showing all the spice you could want. Floods the palate with concentrated blackberry and black currant, leather, cola, bacon, sandalwood and black pepper flavors that are densely tiered and dramatically structured. Best now and over the next six years.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine,50,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 2006 Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2006-monte-rosso-vineyard-gnarly-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Louis M. Martini ,Red,US,"This pure Merlot is full-bodied and still rather oaky, but packed with very firm, compact black fruits, and layered with smoke, graphite, black olive. Dense and textural, there is a fine grip to the tannins.",,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2007 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2007,Stevens 14.8,White,US,"Shows the intensity that always accompanies Chardonnays from this vineyard. Explosive in pineapple crème brûlée, apricot custard, pear tart, buttered toast and vanilla bean flavors that finish in a long swirl of spice. Crisp acidity and a stony minerality provide structural balance. Now–2012.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,32,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2007 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2007-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Pessagno 14.9,Red,US,"Only 208 cases were produced of this exceptionally ripe, attractive Pinot Noir. It's big in cherry, raspberry, currant, cola, cocoa, raisin, spice and sweet sandalwood flavors that are framed in rich tannins and brightened with crisp acidity. Yet it's young and freshly primary. Should begin to resolve after 2010, if you can keep your hands off.",Four Boys Vineyard,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2007 Four Boys Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2007-four-boys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pessagno 14.2,White,US,"Rich and flamboyant, with strong flavors of lemondrop candy, pineapple crème brûlée, vanilla, buttered toast and cinnamon spices. The texture is rich in buttercream, yet enlivened with crisp acidity. A delicious, exotic Chardonnay ready for drinking now.",Hudson Vineyard,55,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2007 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Patz & Hall ,Red,France,"The essence of raspberries here is even more expressive than in the 2005, accented by hints of crushed herbs (garrigue). It's not as rich or concentrated as the 2005, but features greater elegance and finesse. Drink now-2015, possibly beyond.",Le Clos,30,93,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Montirius 2006 Le Clos Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2006-le-clos-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Montirius 14.2,Red,US,"A rich, dry and elegant Cab Franc, showing the fine tannins of Napa Valley, but with a fruitiness lighter and airier than either Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot. The flavors are pure red and black cherries, violets and Canadian bacon, accented with smoky new oak. Delicious and compelling, and should develop for up to six years.",Will Jarvis' Science Project,105,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2007 Will Jarvis' Science Project Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2007-will-science-project-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Jarvis 7.5,White,Germany,,Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,42,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Dense, but well balanced, a fine expression of the richness and the tannins of Sain-Estèphe. Those tannins are tight, dry, but add blackberry jam richness.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Montrose ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. It may seem surprisingly light to begin with. But this wine has depth, richness, hinting at wood straining through the sweet fruit. It is firm, fresh, but properly tannic.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan de May de Certan 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-may-certan-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Certan de May de Certan ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A solid, wood and fruit balanced wine, foursquare and chunky. It has a firm backbone of tannins, and the dark plum and fig fruits match well with final lift of acidity.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Giscours ,Red,France,"92—94 Barrel sample. Great, solid wine, intensely structured, balanced with sufficient new wood. This has excellent potential, a wine with some freshness, but more weight from the ripe black fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Durfort-Vivens 2006 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-durfort-vivens-2006-barrel-sample-margaux-73233/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Durfort-Vivens 14.6,Red,US,"This is a limited production 100% Cab from the winery's estate vineyard. It's much more tannic than Cohn's extraordinarily fine '04 Estate, which was released a year ago. Even at the age of five-plus, it stings with sandpapery astringency. Should easily negotiate the years, with its massive core of blackberries, black currants, olives and 100% new oak. Hold until after 2010, and should develop for many years beyond.",Olive Hill Estate Vineyards Special Selection,100,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 2004 Olive Hill Estate Vineyards Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2004-olive-hill-estate-vineyards-special-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,B.R. Cohn 13.3,Sparkling,US,"A gorgeous sparkling wine, dry and elegant. Made from 71% Pinot Noir and the balance Chardonnay, it's a classic California sparkler, with wonderfully rich suggestions of citrus, raspberry, apple and brioche. With an incredibly fine mousse, it's notable for balance and integrity.",Brut,70,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Schramsberg 2004 Brut Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2004-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Schramsberg 14.5,Red,Italy,"Fausoni is a rich and opulent Barbaresco that presents a veritable wall of flavors that surrounds you on all sides: Vanilla, sweet cherry and chocolate are the most obvious aromas, but Indian spice and black currants also make an appearance. Awesome intensity is followed by firm structure. Drink after 2015.",Fausoni,64,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Sottimano 2005 Fausoni (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottimano-2005-fausoni-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Sottimano 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A gorgeous, Champagne-like sparkling wine. As good as the 2000, it's rich and silky, with a very fine mousse and rich citrus and yeast flavors. Needs time. Give it at least five or six years in the bottle, if you can keep your hands off.",DVX,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2001 DVX Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2001-dvx-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Mumm Napa 15,Red,US,"This is the winery's most ambitious Cabernet. It's a low production, 100% Cab, aged for more than two years in the barrel. Fantastically rich in blackberries, cherries, chocolate, anise, sandalwood and dusty spices, wrapped into smooth, fine tannins. The toasty oak stands out, and the fruit is primary. Best to give this dramatic young wine some time in the cellar. 2010–2014, although it could go for the long haul.",Lot No. 1,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2005 Lot No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2005-lot-no-1-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Louis M. Martini 14.9,Red,US,"Here's one for the cellar. It's rich and ripe, yet the firm tannins and crisp acidity argue for time. Shows a complex heart of black cherries, red currants, cola, leather and smoky sandalwood that is frankly delicious. But the finish turns hard. Give it until 2011 to begin to show its stuff.",Pratt Vineyard,60,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2007 Pratt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2007-pratt-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,MacPhail 14.2,White,US,"Brilliantly crisp and lushly creamy and honeyed, just a beautiful Chardonnay that offers decadence and sheer deliciousness. Massive in grilled pineapples, green apples, ripe nectarines and butterscotch, brightened with mouthwatering acidity. A joy to drink.",Russian River Selection,32,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Russian River Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-russian-river-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Gary Farrell 14.2,Red,US,"Very rich and dramatic, a fine Pinot, and it's nice to see this veteran winery continue at such a high level. With a near-perfect structure of acidity and tannins, it offers lush flavors of cherries, raspberries, cotton candy, sweet vanilla, granola and cinnamon spices. Grows better and better in the glass.",Hallberg Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-hallberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gary Farrell 14,Red,Spain,"Potent and promising on the nose, with rich, deep black fruit, coffee and deftly applied oak. As it airs out it only gets better, with driving berry fruit flavors, thickness, structure and trimmings like clove, baking spice and exotic spices. Long and pure on the finish, and outstanding as a whole. The best Rodero wine we've rated to date; drink now or hold through 2015.",Reserva,50,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Carmelo Rodero 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-rodero-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Carmelo Rodero ,Red,France,"93—95 Barrel sample. What a fine wine, elegant, structured, impressively balanced, full of spice, blackcurrants, vibrant acidity. A great year at Trotanoy.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2006-barrel-sample-pomerol-72224/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Trotanoy 15,Red,France,"A luxury cuvée at this price is becoming a rarity in Châteauneuf, but Les Origines delivers the goods. Subtle cinnamon and nutmeg shadings frame densely packed black cherry flavors. It's creamy in texture, with a long, velvety finish that lingers elegantly. Drink now–2020.",Domaine Grand Veneur Les Origines,74,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2006 Domaine Grand Veneur Les Origines Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2006-domaine-grand-veneur-origines-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Alain Jaume et Fils 14.3,Red,US,"An enormously elegant, complex Pinot Noir that changes endlessly in the glass and is a joy to drink. Completely dry, and marked by silky tannins, it shows complicated cherry, rhubarb, pomegranate, cola, orange tea and sandalwood flavors. First class. Best now and for the next four or five years.",,70,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,J Vineyards & Winery 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,J Vineyards & Winery 14.6,Red,US,"This '06 continues the winery's recent successes in Cabernet. It's a lush, opulent wine. In its youth the smoky oak stars, along with waves of blackberries, black currants, plums and a spicy, meaty note suggesting bacon. Beautiful now, although tight in tannins, it should develop bottle aromatics and complexities for at least the next six years.",,80,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,J. Davies 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-davies-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,J. Davies 13.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich and complicated, a dry, full-bodied Pinot Noir offering waves of ripe flavor, housed in a silky structure. Impresses for the power of cherries, black raspberries, currants, tangerine zest, cola and sandalwood, yet feels elegant and delicate in the mouth. Wonderful now, and should age well through 2013.",Le Bon Climat Vineyard,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2007 Le Bon Climat Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2007-le-bon-climat-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Fenêtre ,Dessert,France,"93—95 Barrel sample. A very intense, ripe wine, packed with botrytis. It has great ripe flavors, plenty of apricots and dense, full fruit. At the top.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château la Tour Blanche 14.9,Red,US,"Profile has been an important, but sometimes overlooked, member of the Napa Valley pantheon for many years, and their '06 shows why. It's a rich, complex and smooth wine. Packed with blackberry, cassis and smoky, new oak flavors, it shows a firm structure of tannins and acidity. Beautiful now with a grilled steak, and should age well for at least a decade.",Profile,135,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2006 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2006-profile-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Merryvale 14.5,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux blend is very fine, but young. It needs time to allow the aggressive tannins to resolve and for the blackberry, black currant and herb flavors to emerge. New oak adds a sweet smokiness that will become an integral part of the final wine.",,75,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Legacy 2005 Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legacy-2005-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Legacy 13.8,Red,US,"A classic Cabernet from a veteran producer. Strikes a fine line between ripe fruit and a noble structure. The blackberries, cherries, currants and cedar are lush and delicious, yet framed in sturdy tannins, and balanced with fine acidity. Should develop through the next decade.",Estate Bottled,45,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2006 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2006-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tudal 14.3,Red,US,"This is Roessler's top Pinot Noir of the vintage. It shows the richness and silkiness of all their bottlings, but with a concentration that makes it especially impressive. Shows black cherry, red and black currant, cola, cinnamon, pepper spice and sandalwood flavors that are deep and luscious. Beautiful now, and should develop through 2012.",Ridges Ollie & Hazel's Block,56,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roessler 2007 Ridges Ollie & Hazel's Block Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2007-ridges-ollie-hazels-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roessler ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A small property on one of the best sites in Saint-Emilion, newly released under its own name. It is powerful, dense compact, with dark tannins, an impressive richness. It is full, firm and solid.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Mazerat 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-mazerat-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Vieux Château Mazerat 13.8,Red,US,"This winery has had a reputation for making Cabs in a leaner, more ageworthy style, but that is no longer true, to judge by this '05. It's as ripe and fruity as anything out there, and immediately drinkable for its beautiful blackberry, black currant, chocolate and cedar flavors. Still, the tannins are considerable, and the wine should easily negotiate the years. Best now and through 2013, at the least.",Kronos Vineyard,98,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Corison 2005 Kronos Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2005-kronos-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Corison 14.1,Red,US,"Very rich and layered, a complex young Pinot Noir that will benefit from cellaring. It's silky, dry and fantastically fruity, with red cherry pie, red currant, licorice, cola, bacon, vanilla and sandalwood flavors that finish in a swirl of dusty spices. Wonderful now, with an edge of tannins, and should develop bottle complexity through 2013. From Benziger.",Terra Neuma Vineyard,69,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Coelo 2007 Terra Neuma Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelo-2007-terra-neuma-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,De Coelo 13.5,Red,US,"Clos du Val has gone as far as they intend to in order to make a ripe, opulent Cab in the modern Napa cult style. But they remain faithful to their Bordeaux-inspired house style, which is leaner and more tannic than most. The result is a natural cellar candidate, with an official alcohol of only 13.5%. Rich in blackberries and black currants, this wine should easily develop over the next 10–15 years.",,70,94,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Clos du Val 14.7,Red,US,"A complex, sophisticated Zinfandel, although it's very young, and all the parts haven't come together. Shows luscious waves of ripe forest blackberries, raspberries, red plums and nectarines, with notes of dry chocolate, sweet tobacco, balsam and cedar, finished with massive peppery spices. Notable for the purity and elegance of its tannin-acid structure, this beautiful Zinfandel should age well through 2014.",Bradford Mountain Vineyards,40,94,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Bradford Mountain Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-bradford-mountain-vineyards-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Gary Farrell 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Fragrant aromas of apricot, honey, candied fruit and creamy almond paste. The wine is beautifully concentrated, smooth and it ends with layers of sweetness and well-balanced acidity. It's complex and round and would pair with elegant dishes such as foie gras.",,90,94,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Tunella 2007 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tunella-2007-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2007,La Tunella 7.5,White,Germany,,Graacher Himmelreich Auslese,,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2007 Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2007-graacher-himmelreich-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Joh. Jos. Prüm 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an outstanding wine with blockbuster appeal and penetrating aromas of vanilla, sweet spice and blackberry. The wine exhibits beautiful intensity and soft layers of creamy fudge, sip after delicious sip. The finish is bright and ripe with bursting red fruit. Drink in three to five years. A Marc de Grazia selection; various American importers.",Cole,75,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Moccagatta 2005 Cole (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moccagatta-2005-cole-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Moccagatta ,Red,US,"This is the most compact and least expressive wine of the current releases from Stevens. It's the winery's reserve, and a proven ager, but needs plenty of breathing time to release the layers of iron, earth, blackberry, black cherry, iodine, smoke and licorice.",XY Reserve,42,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2006 XY Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2006-xy-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stevens ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Very complete, a wine that shows great freshness as well as impressive density. It has some Cabernet spice, allied to juicy black plum fruit flavors. This is going to age well.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon la Gaffelière 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-gaffeliere-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Canon la Gaffelière ,Dessert,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A powerful wine, its botrytis character dominant. But there are complex flavors underneath, the fruits ripe, impressively concentrated.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 12,Sparkling,US,"This is as fine a rosé sparkling wine as has ever been produced in California. Almost 50-50 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it has rich flavors of cherries, raspberries, vanilla, toast and creamy lees, in the style of Champagne, and is completely dry and very crisp in acidity. Fabulously drinkable now, it should develop well over the next 6–8 years.",L'Ermitage Brut Rosé,70,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate 2003 L'Ermitage Brut Rosé Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-2003-lermitage-brut-rose-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Roederer Estate ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its delicious juicy character, and blackberry jelly sweetness, this is a ripe wine, packed with fruit. It is sustained by a core of tannins and some herbal bitterness offering a good contrast to all the opulence and richness.",Vintage,74,94,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quinta do Vesuvio ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. With an higher proportion of Merlot than is usual even at Palmer, this wine, goes for lovely fresh, soft fruits. There is a touch of spice, juicy red berries, finally getting to a depth of dusty, chewy tannins.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Palmer 13,White,Austria,"This is Fred Loimer's star wine, the summit of his ambition at extracting the purest quality possible from his fruit. The wine has apricot, lime, touches of honey for a very shapely but full-bodied profile. There is a hint of toastiness, fitting beautifully into the white fruits and final acidity. Age for 4–5 years at least.",Steinmassl,60,94,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2007 Steinmassl Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2007-steinmassl-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2007,Loimer ,Red,US,"This is 100% Syrah from the Boushey vineyard. It's so compact that it's almost impenetrable, but the gorgeous aromas portend a glorious wine given appropriate bottle age and/or breathing time. A dark, dusty mix of black fruits, black olives, black coffee and licorice, this has such density that it's almost impossible to separate out all the fruit layers, let alone the earthier components that make it so distinctive. At 14.8% alcohol, this may be the biggest Betz Boushey Syrah ever.",La Serenne,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Betz Family 2007 La Serenne Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2007-serenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Betz Family 15,Red,France,"For a cuvée that sees a lot of barrique, this is relatively understated on the nose, letting the rich, voluptuous layers of fruit slowly envelop the palate. Black cherry and plum notes are accented by hints of chocolate and baking spice. Although this is approachable now, it should easily last through 2020.",La Reine Des Bois,128,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2006 La Reine Des Bois Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2006-reine-bois-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de la Mordorée ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Dark, balanced, but concentrated, a powerhouse of fruit and ripe spices. The tannins are in the same league, a wave of solid structure, giving support to the freshness of the final acidity.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lynch-Bages ,Red,US,"Great depth and intensity are the hallmarks of this muscular, intense Cabernet. The mix of fruits, the overall balance, and the beautifully silky tannins are exceptional.",,42,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Gramercy 14.2,White,US,"Farrell's 2007 lineup of Chardonnays is a triumph, and this Starr Ridge is among their best. It's a big wine, rich in tropical fruit, peach, green apple, mineral and oak flavors that completely satisfy now. Yet there's an acidic urgency that suggests aging for up to six years, by which time the wine should achieve a honeyed creaminess.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Starr Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-starr-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Gary Farrell ,Red,US,"You'll need to give this young pup some years in the cellar, because as constructed, it's tough and hard. The acids and tannins stand out, while the fruit and oak have not been integrated. But it's an enormously rich, complicated Pinot Noir, offering tiers of cherries, currants, cola, pomegranates, licorice, orange peel and sweet smoky oak, and the texture is pure silk. Better after 2011 and through 2014.",Hirsch Vineyard,65,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2007 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2007-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Failla 14.2,Red,US,"This is an amazing Pinot Noir. It showcases its classic vintage, yielding massive flavors of cherries and raspberries that are so rich and ripe, they approach liqueur. Yet the wine maintains a perfect balance of coastal acidity and fine tannins. Gorgeously oaked and smoky, it's a beauty now, and should slide through the next 4–5 years.",Jenkins Ranch,55,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2007 Jenkins Ranch Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-jenkins-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Patz & Hall ,Red,US,"Certainly one of the finest Merlots ever made by Northstar, this is notable for the floral and citrus high notes, over cherry and cassis. There's coconut, chocolate and coffee, tar and tobacco also—a full throttle, seductive wine.",,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Northstar 2006 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2006,Northstar 15,Red,France,"This old vine cuvée draws upon 80-year-old Grenache, vinifed in cement and then aged in used barriques. The result is a wine marked by touches of coffee, chocolate and vanilla but dominated by plush layers of cherries and spice. Gentle tannins linger on the finish, but this is delicious now. Drink through 2016.",Vieilles Vignes,120,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Cristia 2006 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cristia-2006-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de Cristia ,White,France,"93—95 Barrel sample. Domaine de Chevalier's white has a reputation for long aging, and that's the case with 2006. It is the structure that does it, very firm, almost tannic. But the fruit is also a star, ripe, dense, with green plum flavors and touches of spice. Give this at least 10 years.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-chevalier-2006-barrel-sample-pessac-leognan-72691/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Domaine de Chevalier ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Definite new wood aromas here, the wine impressively dense, structured. Then there is velvet, caramel wood layer that sneaks in to give a wine that has freshness, but great elegance.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Troplong Mondot ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A solid, almost chunky wine, but well balanced, the tannins fine and tight. The overall effect is of a wine that is warm and ripe, but there is also a tension there.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande ,Red,US,"This is the Betz Family winery's Red Mountain Syrah. Supple, firm, compact, with black olive, mineral, red licorice, currant and pomegranate fruits. It adds bass notes of rock, iron and clay rather than the more earthy, composty flavors of the La Serenne, with a finish that's dusty, tannic, herbal, earthy and slightly metallic.",La Côte Rousse,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Betz Family 2007 La Côte Rousse Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2007-cote-rousse-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Betz Family ,White,Austria,"Lovers of the purest mineral Riesling, very steely, will go crazy for this wine. It is tightly woven around a core of green and white fruits and the crispest, knife-edge sharp acidity. It is for aging, to produce a stunning wine in 4–5 years at a minimum.",Heiligenstein,54,94,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2008 Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2008-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Gobelsburg 10.5,Dessert,Canada,"Bring a Cabernet Sauvignon dessert wine to a party and you are assured of a conversation starter. The bronze color of this example will appeal to fans of tawny Port and belies the multilayered nose of fresh summer fruits. The palate is intense, with flavors of strawberries and raspberries. Crisp acidity carries the long finish.",Icewine,60,94,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Konzelmann 2006 Icewine Cabernet Sauvignon (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konzelmann-2006-icewine-cabernet-sauvignon-niagara-peninsula/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Konzelmann 14.7,Red,US,"MacPhail continues its string of super 2007 vineyard-designated Pinots with this compact, fine young release. It's a bit tight now in acids and tannins, but shows a warm, sweet heart of cherries, raspberries and cola that should emerge with a few years in the cellar. Just beautiful.",Ferrington Vineyard,60,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2007 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2007-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,MacPhail 14.5,Red,US,"Beautiful now, with decanting, due to the generous fruit flavors and the way the oak shows them off. Dry and smooth, it brims with blackberry, cherry, red and black currant, blueberry, cocoa, anise and sandalwood and smoky flavors that go on and on. Should age, too. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Petit Verdot. Now–2014.",SVR Reserve,50,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2006 SVR Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2006-svr-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Sterling 14.9,Red,US,"Robust and full-bodied, as you'd expect from this vineyard, a dry, somewhat tannic wine that shows a stubbornly fruity immaturity. That doesn't mean you can't drink it now, because the flood of cherries, black raspberries, sweet cola and vanilla-infused smoky oak is delicious. However, this big, powerful wine actually needs a few years in the cellar to calm down.",Pisoni Vineyard,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2007 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2007-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roar 14.7,Red,US,"A great Syrah, from a winery better known for Pinot. The wine shows true power in the blueberry, blackberry, mulberry, spice and smoke flavors. Yet it's so elegantly constructed, with fine Central Coast acidity and imposingly rich, fine tannins. An important wine that should have an interesting future over the next 6–8 years.",Garys' Vineyard,54,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2007 Garys' Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2007-garys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2007,Testarossa 14.4,Red,US,"The older the vines in this vineyard get the better the wines. Roessler's '07 is spectacular, showing massive flavors of black cherries, cola, sandalwood and Asian spices. But even more impressive is the balanced structure. Beautiful now, and should develop over the next 4–5 years.",La Encantada,46,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Roessler 2007 La Encantada Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2007-encantada-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roessler 14.8,Red,US,"Softly tannic, sexy and delicious, with waves of berry-cherry pie filling and mocha for richness, and drier, tarter notes of currants, leather, rhubarb and pomegranates, accentuated with smoky wood. A blend of Grenache and Syrah, it's sophisticated and nuanced. Try as an interesting, more food-friendly alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon.",The Brat,36,94,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Prospect 772 2007 The Brat Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-772-2007-brat-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Prospect 772 14.8,Red,US,"Unusual, distinctive, and a wonderful first release from this new brand, a member of the Niven (Baileyana) family of wines. A blend of Tempranillo, Mourvèdre and Grenache, it's utterly dry, richly tannic and well-structured, with earthy flavors of cherries, blueberries, herbs, unsweetened cocoa, black pepper and other dusty spices. A brilliant and provocative wine from winemaker Christian Roguenant.",Tinto,33,94,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Trenza 2007 Tinto Red (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenza-2007-tinto-red-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Red Blend,2007,Trenza 14,Red,Spain,"A beautiful Ribera-style wine with deep earth, tobacco and black fruit aromas. The palate is super dense and extracted, but balanced. Blackberry, fig and chocolate flavors lead to a finish of fine French butter, herbs, coconut and vanilla. Nothing phony here; a real contender among full-bodied, modern-style reds. Drink now–2015.",Pago Negralada,110,94,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2006 Pago Negralada Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2006-pago-negralada-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2006,Abadia Retuerta 13.9,White,US,"This is easily the greatest of Foxen's new Chardonnays. It show the dryness and crisp acidity of the other bottlings, but is enormously rich and complex in oak-inspired pineapple, peach, crème brûlée, buttered toast, honey and mineral flavors. Decant for a while to let it mellow, and it should develop bottle complexity through 2014.",Estate Grown Dry Farmed Tinaquaic Vineyard,32,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Estate Grown Dry Farmed Tinaquaic Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-estate-grown-dry-farmed-tinaquaic-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Foxen 13.9,White,US,"An awesome Chardonnay. Explodes in the mouth with massive pineapple, crème brûlée, apricot jam and new oak flavors that finish thoroughly dry. For all the richness, there's a near-perfect balance of acidity, and a mineral undertow that grounds the wine, providing vitality and life. Brilliant now and through 2013.",Keefer Ranch,38,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Failla 2007 Keefer Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2007-keefer-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Failla 14.3,White,US,"Here's a big, impressive Chardonnay. It's massive in new oak, offering waves of vanilla, buttered toast and caramelized flavors. Yet the underlying pineapple, pear and tropical fruit flavors are big enough to easily support that elaborate coating. Thoroughly delicious and compelling, a wine to drink now and through 2013.",Cresta Ridge Vineyard,41,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Cresta Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-cresta-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Gary Farrell ,White,France,"93—95 Barrel sample. A beautiful wine, full of white fruits, citric character and concentrated structured fruit. Great green fruits give a freshness to the wine, which is fleshed out with spice from the wood.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Laville Haut-Brion 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-haut-brion-2006-barrel-sample-pessac-leognan-72690/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Laville Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"93-85 Barrel sample. Mint and eucalyptus aromas are the hallmark of this tensely tannic wine, which relies on finely polished new wood as well as blackcurrant flavors. It is very dry, with a hard edge, but the potential balance is there.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. This is very rich, very ripe, maybe even too much, but the fruit is certainly inviting. The tannin is lost in the welter of ripe fruits, that give a jammy, concentrated character. Only at the end does a chewy aspect emerge.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ducru Beaucaillou ,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Now in the mainstream of top Saint-Emilion wines, the former garage wine is packed with rich, juicy fruit. The acidity is a waft over the firm tannins. There is certainly plenty of new wood, but the opulent fruit balances well.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Valandraud 14.1,Red,US,"There's a tannic toughness to this wine that suggests cellaring, which should be no problem because it's so rich. Offers masses of cherries, currants, cola, pomegranates, bacon, licorice and smoky sandalwood that finish dry and spicy. Great job from Benziger, and should slowly develop complexity through 2013.",Quintus Vineyard,69,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Coelo 2007 Quintus Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelo-2007-quintus-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,De Coelo ,Red,US,"The Cabernet Sauvignon really sticks out, with its cassis flavors and big, tough tannins. Meanwhile, new oak adds lush layers of smoke, woodspice and buttered toast. The result is a tough young wine that needs time, and possibly lots. Don't think of opening it before 2011, and it should develop for many more years. Potentially great.",Black Cougar Ridge,90,95,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2005 Black Cougar Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2005-black-cougar-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Stonestreet ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A dense wine, but without huge power. It goes for the elegant side of Margaux, soft, beautiful. The black cherry fruits are lively, juicy, with extra fresh acidity. Not big, but definitely elegant.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A beautiful wine, with its fresh wood, lively blackcurrant juice flavors, and subtle tannins. It has a lift and liveliness to it, which sits easily over the firm structure.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Poyferré ,Dessert,France,"94—96 Barrel sample. This is the rich wine of the vintage. With its intensen fruit, piles of spice, but excellent balance, this promises flavors of baked apples and intense dried fruits. The botrytis layer is discreet, a hint rather than overpowering.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Yquem 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dyquem-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château d'Yquem ,Red,US,"This is the first vineyard-designation for the vineyard, and it's easy to see why it was done. The wine has pinpoint focus, bright fruit, natural layering of spice, fruit and herb, with a punchy, briny spine that seems to gather force and go on forever. If a wine can ever be salty, this is the wine.",Boulder Bluff Vineyard,58,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2007 Boulder Bluff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2007-boulder-bluff-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adelsheim ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. New wood aromas, follow with solid, dark fruits. This is a powerful wine, which shows elegance and structure together and in balance. A wine for long-term aging. The wood element needs to be watched, though.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Barton ,White,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. With its lively fruit and fine, ripe,oily Sémillon texture, this is a fragrant, citrus flavored wine. White peach tastes are edged by pink grapefruit. The aftertaste is very fresh, very mineral.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Laville Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Laville Haut-Brion ,White,France,"94—96 Barrel sample. The white wine from Haut-Brion is always one of the stars of the Pessac-Léognan whites, and this great white year is no exception. It's the fruit that leads, and behind this the structure follows. The wood is an essential adjunct to the fruit, a spice and toast touch to the recipe.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2006-barrel-sample-pessac-leognan-72689/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Haut-Brion 14.2,Red,US,"A big, firm, tannic wine, dry and full-bodied, and packed with ripe, sweet fruit. Shows the purest expression of black currants, cassis, blackberries, blueberries, chocolate and sweet, smoky sandalwood. Very classic and elegant, with great power and authority. But this voluptuous wine needs time. Drink 2012–2016. Just 536 cases were produced.",,86,95,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Atlas Peak 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Atlas Peak 14.3,Red,US,"Big, firm tannins mark this wine. They're not clunky and hard, though, but refined and smooth, providing a rich structure to the massively concentrated blackberries, blueberries, cherries and sweet, smoky oak. Very fine and classic, and drinking well now, with decanting, and through the next 6–8 years.",,86,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Atlas Peak 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Atlas Peak 11.5,Dessert,US,"A gorgeous dessert wine. Supersweet in honey, apricot jam, orange blossom, crème brûlée and vanilla flavors, it's balanced with rich acidity, and finishes with a spicy touch of smoke. Compelling and addictive, this is one of the best sweet wines of the year.",Late Harvest,35,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Longboard 2007 Late Harvest Sémillon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2007-late-harvest-semillon-sonoma-valley/,Sémillon,2007,Longboard ,White,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A wine that opens slowly. Then the concentration and rich fruit come through. It gives a smooth texture over layers of toast, but never losing sight of freshness.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Domaine de Chevalier 14.9,Red,US,"This Pinot is so good, it's hard to know where to begin. It's dry and full-bodied and bold, with some finely ground tannins. Yet it's perfectly ripe, showing luminous flavors of raspberries, cherries, pomegranates and sweet red plums, enriched with sweet, smoky oak. Fabulous now, and should glide easily through the next six years.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2007 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2007-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roar ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A seriously dense and solid wine, that is however balanced with fruity acidity. The ripe tannins march comfortably with the fruit. This is a wonderfully rich wine, the juicy fruit giving an extra to the structure.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Las Cases ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Elegance and fruit are the hallmarks at Latour in 2008. The tannins are present, but subdued. The balance is what is impressive, with tight ripe fruits, nothing over-stated.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Latour 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A parcel of 90-year-old vines gives this stunning wine. It has so much richness, complexity and concentration. It's dense with dried plums, black figs and lifted by acidity that seems to come right from the base of the wine. It is worth aging 4–5 years, maybe more.",Vinha Maria Teresa,151,95,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2006 Vinha Maria Teresa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2006-vinha-maria-teresa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Quinta do Crasto ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A Port for aging, as you would expect from Graham's. The wine is dry, firm, textured, solid and dense. The fruit flavors of fresh cranberry and black currant are a supporting act at this stage. Classic vintage.",Vintage,90,95,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,W. & J. Graham's 14.4,Red,US,"A massive Pinot Noir that showcases the magnificence of the vintage, as well as this proven vineyard. Shows youthful, tannin-inspired flavors of sour black and red cherries, plums, red currants, cola, anise and sandalwood, finished with pepper, cinnamon and other dusty spices. Despite the power, the wine feels light and silky in the palate. Irresistible. Terrific now and through 2013, at least.",Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block,60,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2007 Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2007-quail-hill-vineyard-bliss-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lynmar 14.5,Red,US,"One for the cellar. Shows a dramatic structure of firm, dusty tannins, brightened with acidity, framing complex, long and deep flavors of black currants, cassis, dark unsweetened chocolate, smoky cedar, anise and spices, undergirded by a firm minerality. Best after 2010 and through 2014, at least.",Estate Bottled,125,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Far Niente 2006 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-2006-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Far Niente ,Red,France,"94—96 Barrel sample. A smooth rich wine, with delicious, opulent soft fruit. Spice and tobacco along with acidity and great freshness. It is dense and concentrated, but like velvet.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-mission-haut-brion-2006-barrel-sample-pessac-leognan-72560/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,US,"Acidic and tight now, a young wine that's clearly not ready for current drinking. It needs time to knit together and mellow. But such is the balance of all the parts that it should easily negotiate through at least 2015, when the cherries, berries, cola, bacon, earth, exotic spices and sweet oak should meld. An exciting, promising Pinot Noir.",Occidental Ridge Vineyard,60,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2007 Occidental Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2007-occidental-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Failla ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"From a parcel of old vines around the quinta chapel, this is a stunning wine. It has all the opulence we expect from Vesuvio, along with a density that is rare in this vintage. The tannins are there, but are equalled by the toffee, ripe fruit, figs, sweet chocolate. The whole wine is lightened by acidity, but will obviously age.",Capela Vintage,125,95,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2007 Capela Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2007-capela-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quinta do Vesuvio ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Firm, ripe and sweet an opulent wine, that is balanced with acidity that pierces right through. The texture is dense, dusty tannins balancing with hints of wood. Almost a meal in itself, this is a fruity, but definitely chewy wine.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pichon Longueville 14.7,Red,US,"Delicious now, a rich Pinot Noir with lush flavors of black cherries, red currants, cola and smoky oak. It's a big wine with sizable tannins and crisp, coastal acidity, but it's very dry and silky, and shows great elegance. Should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",Wightman House Vineyard,60,95,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2007 Wightman House Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2007-wightman-house-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,MacPhail ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Enticing violet and black currant aromas are followed by ripe plum and spice flavors. Maybe this isn't the most powerful Taylor Fladgate vintage ever, but it is balanced, opulent, beautifully made, the tannins fine, layered, with exquisite final acidity.",Vintage,95,95,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Taylor Fladgate 14.5,Red,US,"You don't want to open this wine anytime soon. It's tightly wound and immature, offering a blast of primary fruit flavors that haven't yet integrated with the oak. It tastes almost sweet now, although it's technically bone dry, with waves of black cherries, blackberries, mocha, anise liqueur and smoky oak vanillins, followed by a long, spicy finish. Hold until 2012, if you can, and should drink well beyond that.",Purple Label Piedra Hill Vineyard,64,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,W.H. Smith 2007 Purple Label Piedra Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2007-purple-label-piedra-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,W.H. Smith ,Red,US,"This is a spicy take on Cabernet, with some of the pepper and smoked meat character of Syrah coming through, despite the fairly small amount in the blend. The concentration of cassis and black cherry fruit is astonishing, matched with ripe tannins that hint at black olive. Despite the somewhat heavier oak influence, it is the fruit that stands front and center.",RiverBend Vineyard,38,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2007 RiverBend Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2007-riverbend-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fielding Hills ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A heavily structured wine, with dark tannins and intensity. Very concentrated, with fruit and spice flavors, a strong element of wood. It is powerful and brooding.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A dense wine, with great intensity of flavor. There are spice, mineral and blackberry flavors over dark plums, and a great depth of complex tannins and wood.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Trotanoy ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. The wine is finely balanced, with an impressive tension between sweet fruit, acidity and tannins. A wonderful waft of perfumed minerality, just ripe fruits, finished with dark tannins. Obviously for long aging.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pétrus ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. New wood aromas, follow with solid, dark fruits. This is a powerful wine, which shows elegance and structure together and in balance. A beautiful wine for long-term aging.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2008-barrel-sample-saint-julien-99365/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Barton ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A wine that goes instantly for juiciness. The mineral perfumes of Cabernet Franc come through only after penetrating the dense Merlot fruit cake flavors. It is a powerful wine, based upon ripe acidity.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cheval Blanc 14.5,Red,US,"Gorgeous and immaculate. Showcases Russian River/Sonoma Coast Pinot at its finest, with superb acidity, ultra-refined tannins and flavors of grilled blackberries, cherry pie filling, cola, crushed black pepper, cinnamon, anise and smoky, caramelized sandalwood. As rich as it is, there's an elusive quality, with hints of wild game and undefineable forest floor. Beautiful now and through 2015.",Occidental Coast Two Daughters Vineyard,65,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Evening Land 2007 Occidental Coast Two Daughters Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2007-occidental-coast-two-daughters-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Evening Land ,Red,France,"95—97 Barrel sample. The freshness of 2006 is here in abundance. But because it is Pétrus, those deliciously lively black fruits are backed up with a formidable battery of tannins and concentration. But never extracted, always properly restrained.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2006-barrel-sample-pomerol-72223/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Pétrus ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A muscular wine, with well-defined tannins. The acidity is high, hiding the power and richness of the fruit behind. Then dark tannins come through, with other ripe fruits, finishing with a mineral character.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 14.8,Red,US,"This tremendous Syrah is one for the cellar. It's explosive in flavor, offering a mouthblast of peppery blackberries, roasted meat, red licorice, pomegranates and smoky cedar. There are even suggestions of dark chocolate, cassis and minerals as well as sweetness, although it's absolutely dry. It has the most beautiful tannin-acid balance that launches it into classic territory. This superlative Syrah, among the greatest in California, should hit its stride after 2010.",Estate Vineyard,56,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2007 Estate Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2007-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2007,Failla ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An impressive, balanced wine from master winemaker Dirk van Niepoort. Chocolate and licorice flavors dominate the fruit, giving a wine that has weight, complexity and at the same time elegance. The tannins offer a dense, dry structure. It is tight, solid and certainly for aging.",Vintage,100,96,Port,,,Niepoort 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Niepoort ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A serious, impressive wine produced from a small parcel of old vines at Vargellas. With minerality, spice, dark black plums and a dense tannic structure, this is obviously ready for a long haul of aging. The tannins give an initial bitterness, but then the juicy, wonderfully ripe fruit comes in.",Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velhas Vintage,230,96,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2007 Quinta de Vargellas Vinha Velhas Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2007-quinta-vargellas-vinha-velhas-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Taylor Fladgate 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The best of Schramsberg's current bubblies, for the smoothness and finesse of its mousse and subtlety of flavor, high acidity and impeccable structure. Mainly Chardonnay, with 17% Pinot Noir, it shows a minerally firmness to the grilled peach, pear, green apple tart, pineapple and toasty, yeasty flavors. This should develop seamlessly over the next 10 years or longer.",J. Schram,100,96,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2002 J. Schram Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2002-j-schram-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Schramsberg ,Red,US,"This vineyard is a magical site, one of the greatest Oregon Pinot vineyards. The wine has the majestic plumpness of grand cru Burgundy, with potent cherry fruit, laced with sweet spices, that seems to expand through a generous midpalate and keep on keeping on as long as you are paying attention.",Winderlea Vineyard,75,96,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Adelsheim 2007 Winderlea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2007-winderlea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adelsheim 14.2,White,US,"A tremendous, powerful, authoritative Chardonnay, among the elites of California. Just massive in pineapple-infused crème brûlée, pear custard, buttered toast, roasted hazelnut, and cinnamon spice flavors, offset by refreshing acidity and grounded with a floor of firm minerals. Retains elegance and class despite the power. Drink now–2013. Just 299 cases were produced, but it's worth the search.",Rochioli Vineyard,50,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2007 Rochioli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2007-rochioli-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Gary Farrell ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Initially, the wine seems austere, very mineral. It opens slowly, showing fruit that is definitely rich, offering velvet tannins. But there is also an iron hand in that velvet glove, because the structure then comes bursting through.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Mouton Rothschild ,White,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. Deliciously concentrated fruit, which shows considerable power and ripeness. Yellow fruits, spice from new wood and richness are already combining well. And just as a reminder that this has Sauvignon Blanc in the blend, there is a touch of fresh herbaceousness at the end.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Haut-Brion ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A solidly structured wine, packed with initially sweet fruit that then becomes drier as the ripe tannins show through. All the ingredients are there, supported by a tense texture to go with the first sweetness. It's an exciting wine, obviously very ageworthy.",Vintage,76,96,Port,,,Dow's 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Dow's ,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. Very dense, a muscular wine, very concentrated. It has a superb texture of velvet, while still keeping an abundance of dry tannins. There is power here, solid and dense structure, but there are also bright fruits. Vivid, concentrated.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lafite Rothschild ,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. All the right elements are here. The wine is powerful, but has a wonderful lift of fresh fruit, spiced with wood but never too much. The tannins are sweet, ripe and delicious. It shows both gorgeous fruit and a dense structure.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cos d'Estournel 14.3,Red,US,"An extraordinarily lush, dramatic Pinot Noir. Dense and full-bodied, it shows flashy flavors of black and red berries, currants, cola, pomegranates and dusty spices, enhanced with the most perfect application of smoky oak and wrapped into a rich, silky texture. The balance is exquisite, a tension of acidity and tannins. Beautiful now, and should develop bottle complexity for at least six years.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,70,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2007 Hawk Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2007-hawk-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lynmar 14.9,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet Sauvignon, although it's a textbook example of why you should cellar a wine even when it's as tasty as this in youth. Shows classic flavors of blackberries, black currants, cocoa, herbs and spices, wrapped into dusty tannins and enriched with sweet, smoky oak. But it will only gain complexity and texture in the bottle. Better 2010 and beyond.",,35,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Inspiri 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inspiri-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Inspiri 7.5,White,Germany,,Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese,32,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2007 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2007-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Clusserath-Weiler 15.6,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, made in an elegantly approachable way. Dry and smooth, it shows complex flavors of blackberries, currants and dried herbs, wrapped into rich, dusty tannins. The alcohol level is quite high, but balanced, in a California way.",,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Arrowood ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Tasting through the initial tannins, this wine reveals ripe, blackberry jelly fruits. There is richness in the structure and density, perhaps less of the vintage's freshness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Olivier ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Behind a façade of firm tannins, there is ripe fruit, a rich character which goes satisfactorily deep. The wine is solid, dense but richly fruity.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Smith Haut Lafitte ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A rich, toffee-like wine, fleshy and opulent, appealing in its generosity. Only after a while do the tannins show through, and even then the full-bodied character dominates.",Quinta das Tecedeiras Vintage,55,91,Port,,,Dão Sul 2007 Quinta das Tecedeiras Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-quinta-das-tecedeiras-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Dão Sul 14.2,White,US,"A rich but elegant Chardonnay. Shows massive, concentrated flavors of pineapples, pears and green apples, liberally accented with the vanilla and buttered toast of oak barrels. Flamboyant, yet balanced with crisp coastal acidity and a tang of minerals.",Dutton Ranch,39,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2007 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Patz & Hall ,Red,US,"Spindrift's 2006 Reserve Pinot steps it up considerably from the pleasant but unspectacular 2005, beginning with generous aromas of spiced cranberry, cinnamon and earth. On come fruit flavors of cranberry and apple, accents of cola and earth, a mix of scents and flavor impressions that dances across all levels of the palate. This is an especially lovely and generous Pinot Noir.",Reserve,38,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2006 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2006-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Spindrift Cellars 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a feminine and elegant Picolit (a precious dessert wine from Northeast Italy) with medium aromatic intensity and lingering tones of apricots, citrus, honey and delicate mineral nuances. This luminous wine offers an excellent balance between sweetness and crispness overall.",,70,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Giovanni Dri Il Roncat 2006 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-dri-il-roncat-2006-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2006,Giovanni Dri Il Roncat 14.9,Red,US,"Pretty much as good as Paso Robles Syrah gets. Shows incredibly fine tannic structure and ripe, luscious flavors of blackberry and cherry pie filling, cola, cocoa, bacon and sweet, smoky sandalwood from oak barrels. Pull it back a little in fruit, and it's near perfect. Drink now.",Reserve The Glenrose Vineyard,55,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2006 Reserve The Glenrose Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2006-reserve-glenrose-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2006,Adelaida ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A perfumed wine, floral and flowery. The spices come from wood tannins that are very present. But there are also friendly berry fruits, plum skins and final acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Prieuré-Lichine ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Very toasty, spicy aromas, with some dry firm tannins, this is a wine that is solidly structured, balanced, with the tannins well integrated with the ripe black plum fruit flavors.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2006-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Pape Clément 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautifully extracted and rich Italian Merlot with layers of luscious fruit and mature berry. The wine is exceedingly soft and velvety in the mouth and ends with alcohol, structure and a healthy dose of blackberry, cherry and jammy fruit.",Graf de la Tour,80,91,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2006 Graf de la Tour Merlot (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2006-graf-tour-merlot-collio/,Merlot,2006,Villa Russiz 14,White,US,"A beautifully streamlined Chardonnay, showing the minerality and austerity that often accompanies young Chards from this mountain appellation. It has dry flavors of pineapples, peaches and smoky oak. Needs time. Should come into its own after 2010.",Brosseau,38,91,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Roessler 2007 Brosseau Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2007-brosseau-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2007,Roessler 7.5,White,Germany,,Oberemmeler Hütte Spätlese,30,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Hövel 2007 Oberemmeler Hütte Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-hovel-2007-oberemmeler-hutte-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Von Hövel 14,Red,Italy,"This is a subdued and elegant Barbaresco with a delicate delivery of aromas. You'll recognize Indian spice, cola, anise seed, black currant, licorice and vanilla seed. The mouthfeel is thick and masculine, on the other hand, and the wine closes with austerity and firmness.",Currá,70,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Sottimano 2005 Currá (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottimano-2005-curra-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Sottimano 14.9,Red,US,"Delicious right now, with fine, firm tannins and good acidity giving structure to the upfront flavors of grilled blackberries, black cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, sautéed wild mushrooms and black pepper, with a touch of balsamic. Easy to drink, with its soft, attractive mouthfeel.",Reserve Viking Estate Vineyard,65,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2006 Reserve Viking Estate Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2006-reserve-viking-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2006,Adelaida 14.4,White,US,"A gorgeous, elegant Sauvignon Blanc, dry and complex, and ideal for drinking with sophisticated fare. Grown in the warmer Happy Canyon region, it avoids the green pyrazines that can mark Sauvignon Blanc, yielding intricate flavors of lemons, limes, pineapples, green melons, honey and peppery spices, gently touched with smoky oak.",Vogelzang Vineyard,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2008 Vogelzang Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-vogelzang-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Foxen 15.8,White,US,"You want soft, gooey Chardonnay? Go someplace else. This is a steely, minerally, bracing wine whose high acidity makes your mouth water. It has a little oak, but is mainly noted for the intensity of pineapple, peach and vanilla flavors. Very nice with shellfish and pasta in a cream sauce.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Steel Cut,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Steel Cut Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-steel-cut-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Foxen 14.5,White,US,"Brings Foxen's usual steely, dry, minerally approach to Chardonnay, which makes for a more versatile, elegant wine. It's bone dry, while high acidity makes the mouth water, but the austerity is relieved by the ripeness of the citrus, peach and apple fruit. Should develop through 2013, becoming creamier and nuttier.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-uu-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Foxen 13,Dessert,Italy,"This is a very pretty Picolit with lively aromas of dried apricot, honeysuckle, freshly chopped nuts and lemon zest. The wine is thick but fresh in the mouth and would pair with desserts (spongecake or fruit tarts) and foie gras.",,77,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Roncaia 2006 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roncaia-2006-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2006,La Roncaia 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Intense and beautifully fragrant, this sparkler delivers all its aromatic goods upfront. You'll recognize freshly baked bread, apricot and buttery almond. The color is bright and golden and the bubbling is firm and tonic.",Satén Brut,45,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Montina NV Satén Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montina-nv-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,La Montina 13.5,Sparkling,US,"Made, as usual, in a slightly sweeter style, with the dosage adding a honeyed note to the rich lime, tart red apple, smoke and brioche flavors. Delicious now, with great charm and elegance.",Wedding Cuvée,38,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2006 Wedding Cuvée Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2006-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Iron Horse 13,Dessert,Spain,"A lovely sweet wine with apricot, mango and floral aromas. It's smooth and neither heavy nor cloying, with clean lines, fine acidity and moderately thick and honeyed flavors of apple, melon and mango. Sweet, long and pure on the finish.",Victoria 2,26,91,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2007 Victoria 2 Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2007-victoria-2-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2007,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 14.5,White,US,"The winery continues its great track record with this wine. It's racy and clean, with brilliantly etched flavors of Meyer lemons, limes and fresh pineapples. Shows a fancy edge of vanilla and smoke that give it a full-bodied elegance.",Church Vineyard,21,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,John Anthony 2008 Church Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2008-church-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,John Anthony 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This Bordeaux blend offers a nose of vibrant crushed herb, plum, tobacco and black cherry, leading into layers of cigarbox, plum, spices and cherry. Integrated but assertive, it could use more aging but is elegant now. A lingering finish adds to the appeal.",John X Merriman,30,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2006 John X Merriman Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2006-john-x-merriman-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Rustenberg ,Red,US,"A very pretty wine, this is medium-light in color and mouthfeel, with hints of rose petals and smooth, plummy fruit flavors. The middle rolls into a finish with cooked cherries, a dusting of cinnamon and light, polished tannins.",Able Vineyard,30,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2008 Able Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-able-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sineann ,White,US,"The unusually cool vintage seems to have heightened and focused the white wines. This stainless steel-fermented wine is vivid and fresh, with complex fruits, orange peel, citrus, suggestions of ginger and even (as the winery points out) sea spray, this has it all.",3 Vineyard,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2008 3 Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-3-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Chehalem 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes way too oaky at the moment, with a flood of vanilla, sweet charred wood and smoky butter flavors swamping the underlying fruit, which consists of blackberries and cassis. May be going through a phase of immaturity. Could well re-emerge after 2010, but its future is hard to predict, as it's made in a soft, Napa way, and these wines have yet to prove their longevity.",Reserve,150,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Cosentino ,Red,US,"In 2006, the Syrah stands as the best of the Columbia Crest reserves. Sweet and sappy, it's loaded with thick blueberry flavors, just this side of syrup, along with dark chocolate, pepper and coffee. The blend includes a splash of Grenache and Viognier, and they may help keep it feeling lively and not too heavy.",Reserve,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2006 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2006-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Columbia Crest 14,Red,Spain,"Robust and rich in style, with big aromas of bacon, violets, wild herb, shoe polish and more. The palate is exuberant and generous, while the flavors of toasty black fruits, earth and mocha are nicely presented. Shows a little heat and roughness, but that will settle with bottle age.",Chafandin,85,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca El Quiñón 2006 Chafandin (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-quinon-2006-chafandin-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Finca El Quiñón ,Red,US,"This Tribute is all estate-grown. The bouquet immediately grabs you with a rich mix of smoke, jam, brioche, and new oak, much in keeping with past vintages. About three quarters of the oak is new, and mostly American. It's a bit more broadly open right now than some of the other new releases. It displays the usual lush fruit flavors from this exceptional vineyard.",RiverBend Vineyard Tribute Red,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2007 RiverBend Vineyard Tribute Red Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2007-riverbend-vineyard-tribute-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2007,Fielding Hills ,Red,US,"Not very attractive now, a heavy, full-bodied wine that hasn't come together. Could almost be Grenache. Yet it's enormously complex, and the flavors veer toward ripe blackberries, cherries, blueberries, cranberries, orange peel, anise, cola and sweet, smoky new oak. The toughness should benefit from time in the bottle. Give it a good 4–6 years.",Estate Vineyard,65,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2007 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2007-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Failla 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a rich and nicely concentrated blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (75%) Merlot and Cabernet Franc from Northeast Italy that offers clean aromas of black cherry, spice, chocolate, prunes and plums. The wine has a tart and fresh mouthfeel with good density and persistency on the close.",Riserva degli Orzoni,47,91,,Collio,,Russiz Superiore 2003 Riserva degli Orzoni Red (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russiz-superiore-2003-riserva-degli-orzoni-red-collio/,Red Blend,2003,Russiz Superiore 14,Red,Portugal,"A big-hearted wine, with full-bodied black fruits, sweet tannins and a delicious balance between structure and opulence. There is just enough restraint here, but not much, and the wine does want to burst out of the glass.",Reserva,24,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2007 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2007-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Portal 14.5,Red,US,"With a blast of smoky, sweet new oak and profoundly ripe flavors of blackberry essence and cassis, this single-vineyard wine is not particularly subtle, although it is dry and classically balanced. The suggestion is ageability, to let things calm down and mellow. It's a gamble, but this 100% Cabernet could be stunning after 2012.",Les Ivrettes Vineyard,60,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trivium 2006 Les Ivrettes Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivium-2006-ivrettes-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Trivium ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"As often happens, this lesser brand from the Symington Family Estates stable has produced an impressive vintage. It is structured, while also attractive, lively and fresh. There is a light layer of sweetness, the fruit bold and black, finishing with a fine, juicy aftertaste.",Vintage,56,91,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Smith Woodhouse ,Red,US,"From one of—if not the very oldest—vineyards in the Pacific Northwest, this low-yield, old vine fruit matches lush scents of chocolate, plum, cherry, hints of camphor and baking spices to ripe fruit flavors of berry, cherry and plum. It's full, forward, and powerful.",Old Vine,36,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2008,Sineann ,White,US,"This is a truly lovely, elegant Pinot Blanc, from a winery that has a fine handle on the grape. Scents of lemongrass and grapefruit run headlong into delicate, evocative fruit flavors of melon, gooseberry, lime and stone fruits. Though quite dry and tart, it has so much complexity that it never turns sour.",,20,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2008 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2008-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2008,WillaKenzie Estate ,Red,US,"Spring Valley continues to evolve under Ste. Michelle ownership. The latest Muleskinner Merlot sports a $10 price increase, but production has been cut in half. The high alcohol (15.1%) and massive scale remain; this is pure, estate-grown Merlot on steroids. The plum and cassis flavors are deeply streaked with earth, dried leaf, and sweet tobacco.",Muleskinner,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2007 Muleskinner Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2007-muleskinner-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.7,Red,US,"A big improvement over the '06, ripe and rich in flavor, and capable of aging. The wine is dry and silky, with deep, impressive flavors of cherries, red currants, Dr. Pepper cola and sandalwood, as well as Burgundian, earthy notes of mushrooms and balsam. Delicious now, yet the tannins suggest a glidepath through 2013.",,42,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Olson Ogden 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Olson Ogden 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Opulently rich and velvet, this is a dense and very concentrated wine. It has the tannins, but they are almost overwhelmed by gorgeous ripe fruit, with sweet spices and acidity. Drink now.",Conde de Vimioso Reserva,,91,Tejo,,,Falua 2007 Conde de Vimioso Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2007-conde-vimioso-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Falua 14.4,White,US,"This is quite a rich, fashionable Sauvignon Blanc. It hails from a well-regarded vineyard on the Napa side of the appellation, and was lees-aged in 30% new oak, with the rest in stainless steel. The malolactic fermentation was prevented, resulting in savory, apple-crisp acidity. The wine is rich in green apple, Meyer lemon, lime and gooseberry flavors that finish utterly dry.",Hyde Vineyards,27,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Selene 2008 Hyde Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2008-hyde-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Selene ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. The second wine of Léoville las-Cases is big and hearty. The fruits are solid, ripe and well balanced, with red fruits that give sweetness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Clos du Marquis 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-marquis-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Clos du Marquis 14,Red,Spain,"Same score and overall quality as the year before, which is something to celebrate. The nose features rosy red fruit aromas and touches of classic dill and vanilla. Clear, pure and driving in the mouth, with fine tannins and acidity. Finishes with mocha and coffee. Covers the angles. Drink now through 2015.",Deóbriga Selección Familiar,22,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,R. de Ayala Lete E Hijos 2005 Deóbriga Selección Familiar (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-ayala-lete-e-hijos-2005-deobriga-seleccion-familiar-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,R. de Ayala Lete E Hijos ,Dessert,Austria,"With its ginger spice and lemon honey, this brings out both the nature of the Grüner and the intense sweetness of the botrytis. Lime marmalade flavors give richness, acidity gives balance. An impressive wine, for aging.",Beerenauslesel,60,91,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2007 Beerenauslesel Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2007-beerenauslesel-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2007,Schloss Gobelsburg 14,Red,South Africa,"This blend of Pinotage, Cabernet, Merlot and Cabernet Franc is full-bodied and complex, with layered aromas of cherry, banana and warming spices, and smooth, elegant flavors of cedar, cherry, tobacco smoke and red berries. Velvety, soft tannins and a clean finish give it a classy touch. The wine can age, but drink now and you won't be disappointed.",Kadette,15,91,Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2008 Kadette Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2008-kadette-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2008,Kanonkop 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The best of Korbel's sparkling wines, and one that can stand next to bubblies that cost two or three times as much. Rich and dry, it has a very creamy mouthfeel, with subtle, complex flavors of lime, grapefruit, strawberry and yeast. It's a brut-style wine made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.",Natural,16,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 2006 Natural Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2006-natural-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Korbel 13.5,Red,US,"Delicious now for its dry, savory flavors of black and red cherries, red currants, violets, mocha and cedar. The sturdy tannins typical of this vineyard provide a fine structure. Lovely now with lamb chops.",Jack London Vineyard,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2006 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2006-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2006,Kenwood 14,Red,Chile,"This is a new blend from Odfjell winemaker Arnaud Hereu. Made from Syrah, Malbec and Carignan, it is concentrated and bordering on fat, with olive, black fruit, vanilla and mocha on the nose. Ripe and tight, with cola and blackberry flavors followed by a finish of mocha and herbal tea. Ageable for a few years but drinkable now.",,27,91,Central Valley,,,Hereu 2006 Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hereu-2006-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Hereu 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Deep aromas of plum, anise, blueberry and black fruit on the nose are followed by layers of intense cedar, plum and mocha flavors. A touch of rose and cedar sweetness adds dimension. Solid structure and good minerality. An approachable wine with class.",Z,30,91,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2006 Z Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2006-z-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,De Toren 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The Fusion is a beautiful blend of black currant, mocha and anise on the nose and palate, unfolding in rich, ripe layers. Integrated but still ageable, it's an elegant Bordeaux-style blend that marries the excitement of South African spice with the sophistication of a French red blend.",Fusion V,45,91,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2006 Fusion V Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2006-fusion-v-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,De Toren ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry tannins and great concentration are followed by sweet fruits, damson juice and a rich core of powerful tannins. This intensity is lightened by the sweetness of black currants, but ultimately this impressive wine is dry.",Vintage,95,91,Port,,,Churchill's 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Churchill's ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Structure is what this wine is all about. The tannins arch over the fine fruit potential. There are tobacco, perfume and an enticing smoky character.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Chevalier ,Rose,France,"A stunning rosé, with fantastically vibrant pink color. Aromas of limes, berries and white peaches are simultaneously assertive yet refined and elegant. Medium-bodied, without any sense of heaviness or alcohol.",Roc Epine,,91,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Domaine Lafond 2007 Roc Epine (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2007-roc-epine-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2007,Domaine Lafond ,Red,France,"The 2006 Pégau is built along almost Burgundian lines: It's not a rich, beefy blockbuster, but instead offers very framboise-like aromas and red-fruited flavors that are at once crisp, spicy and silky. Drink it over the next 7–10 years.",Cuvée Reservée,108,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Pegau 2006 Cuvée Reservée Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pegau-2006-cuvee-reservee-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine du Pegau 12,Sparkling,France,"A rich, toasty 100% Pinot Noir wine from the the Boisset family-owned Domaine de la Vougeraie. There are flavors of spice, walnuts, pierced with red currants and rich acidity.",Fête de Famille,90,91,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2002 Fête de Famille (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2002-fete-famille-pinot-noir-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine de la Vougeraie 12.5,White,Portugal,"A full style of Vinho Verde, with fruit tannins giving a tight structure to the intense grapefruit juice. The wine is bone dry, achingly so to start, but then rounding sufficiently as the fine fruit flavors kick in.",,13,91,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2008 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2008-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2008,Aveleda 14,Red,Italy,"Albino Rocca's base Barbaresco delivers candy shop aromas of caramel, butterscotch, vanilla cream and white chocolate. It's a focused and precise wine that would pair well with cream or béchamel-based dishes. The mouthfeel is firm, tight and ends with bitter almond flavors.",,55,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2005 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2005-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Albino Rocca ,Red,US,"All of the 2007 Pinots from Adelsheim are impeccably balanced, distinctive, elegant and still powerful. The Bryan Creek bottling has a peppery note, sharp spices, firm tannins and tart, chewy, acidic red fruits. It is vertically structured, and will need more years in bottle.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,68,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2007 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2007-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Adelsheim ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. A dark, structured wine, with dense black tannins. This second wine of Château Haut-Brion is firm, tough, solid, lightened by acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bahans Haut-Brion 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bahans-haut-brion-2006-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Bahans Haut-Brion 14.6,Red,US,"Lots to like in this complex red Bordeaux blend. Shows bigtime fruit flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries and cocoa, with a rich edge of smoky oak, wrapped into smooth, fine tannins in the modern Napa style. Finishes a bit obvious and sweet. Could develop bottle complexity over the next decade.",M. Coz,150,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2005 M. Coz Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2005-m-coz-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2005,Cosentino ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Lively, fresh fruit here, with a light lemon bite along with the dry botrytis element. The wine has great vivacity, deliciously crisp to finish.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Malle 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château de Malle ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A ripe style, rich, rounded, with a dense concentration. A ripe, full-bodied, almost Burgundian style.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château de Fieuzal ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Blackcurants, sweet red plums, only a hint of structure, this is all about opulent fruit. Delicious.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan-Marzelle 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-marzelle-2006-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Certan-Marzelle ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. There are certainly big tannins here, firmly drawn from the fruit. The wood element is a suggestion, leaving the potential of a fine, powerful wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. The slight stalky character of this wine is part of a style that works. The ripeness is a streak through the tannins, with acidity giving an already delicious lift of freshness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carmes-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. With its dusty tannins, powered, firm fruit and solid structure, this shows the real quality of ripe Merlot in the 2006 vintage.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Bon Pasteur 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bon-pasteur-2006-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château le Bon Pasteur 14,Red,France,"A textbook New Wave Châteauneuf, with impressive flavors of brandied cherries, cinnamon and vanilla. Its warmth and creaminess will provide plenty of comfort during a cold winter's evening. finishes with silky tannins and lingering spice.",Les Cailloux,65,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,André Brunel 2006 Les Cailloux Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-brunel-2006-cailloux-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,André Brunel ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. As often, Magdelaine is a wine that is on the austere side, emphasizing minerality, not showing much at this stage. The acidity is tight, opening slowly to blackcurrant flavors.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Magdelaine ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Vibrantly fruity wine that shows freshness. It has lift, fresh blackcurrants, layers of acidity, while the tannins hide in the background.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carmes-haut-brion-2006-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion ,Dessert,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Fresh, rich, with attractive acidity and crisp, green apple and cream flavors. Well balanced, this wine shows excellent botrytis and sweetness properly together.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2006 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2006-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château de Myrat ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Initially rustic, earthy, this does show some good, solid fruit. The tannins are smooth, polished, coming into balance with the fruit.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château d'Angludet ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Forward, fresh wine, that has some good intensity as well. There is a creamy, ripe character under the freshness, hints of attractive wood.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Carbonnieux ,White,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Initially severe, the structure then opens out and gives a delicious tension between ripe fruit and that structure. This will age.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2006-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. On the austere side initially, but then ripe fruit comes through, giving a wine that has potential power. There is a suspicion of super-ripe Merlot, a plump cushion. But the tannins will keep it together.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Canon ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A rich, toffee aroma introduces a wine which is definitely sweet, with caramel and baked apple flavors. It is ripe, freshened by acidity, but generally richly sweet.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Caillou 2008 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caillou-2008-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Caillou ,White,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Go to this wine for freshness, crispness. It tastes like a Loire Sauvignon Blanc in its freshness, but adds to that with some toast.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2006-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Latour-Martillac ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Firm and austere, dark with tannins that come from a dry core, with high acid around. The fruit is juicy, but it is on the edgy, dry side. Unlike usual vintages of this wine, it seems to need aging.",Les Forts de Latour Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2008 Les Forts de Latour Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2008-forts-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Latour ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Firmly balanced, the fruit coming through a dense structure. The acidity fits well with this texture, a brightness that finishes an attractive wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laroque 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laroque-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Laroque ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. With its severe edge, this is obviously a wine likely to age well. The fruit is firm, concentrated, maybe a little extracted, but it is supported by fresh acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lagrange ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Spicy, ripe and concentrated, this works well as a forward, fruity wine. The fruit balances easily with a measure of wood.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laforge 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laforge-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Laforge ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Firmly in the tannic arena, the wine is initially dark and tight. But there is fruit underneath, blackberry and redcurrants, coming through in the final acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Labégorce Margaux ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This has all the hallmarks of a solid Pauillac - the blackcurrant Cabernet fruits, the dark and dry tannins and a firm explosion of solid structure that goes deep down.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut Bages Libéral ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Good density here, structured, with some jammy sweet fruits as well as a dark layer of dense tannins. The potential is well for a well balanced wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Gruaud Larose ,Dessert,France,"90—92 Barsac. Spicy with new wood, this wine is very smooth, ripe, crème brulée flavor, a lively, fresh wine, delicious already.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Védrines 2006 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-vedrines-2006-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Doisy-Védrines 14.5,Red,US,"With rare exceptions, Charles Krug has been turning out some of the most drinkable Cabernets in Napa Valley without gouging customers on price. This '06, from their vineyard in Yountville, is a lovely wine. Bone dry and beautifully structured, it shows classic flavors of black currants, cedar and spices. Now–2012.",,27,91,California,Napa,Yountville,Charles Krug 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Charles Krug ,Red,US,"Certainly the best of WillaKenzie's lineup in 2006, the Triple Black Slopes Pinot Noir brings a density and focus, coupled with riper, darker fruits and appealing minerality, that is missing from its stable mates. There is a delicious core of black cherry fruit, notes of baking spice, cinnamon and toast; but it is the fruit that shines here—still young, compact and slightly earthy, it lingers tantalizingly and says, “Cellar me.”",Triple Black Slopes,63,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2006 Triple Black Slopes Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2006-triple-black-slopes-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,WillaKenzie Estate 14.5,Red,Chile,"A creamy, ripe, almost syrupy wine with a jammy essence and some mint to the nose. Dark as night in color, rich in berry and cassis flavors, and finishes with a dose of prune. Smooth and deep Cabernet Sauvignon with 23% Syrah and 7% Cab Franc. Shows all the trimmings: coconut, chocolate and depth. Drink now through 2011.",Caminante,50,91,Cachapoal Valley,,,Gracia de Chile 2006 Caminante Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracia-chile-2006-caminante-red-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2006,Gracia de Chile 14,White,Portugal,"A ripe, creamy Chardonnay-like wine, the tropical orange and lychee fruits pointed up with new French wood. The fresh lime acidity cuts through the richness like a knife. This is a complex wine that would profit from a year's aging.",Esporão Private Selection,25,91,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2008 Esporão Private Selection White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2008-esporao-private-selection-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2008,Herdade do Esporão 14.5,White,US,"Shows lots of sweet, smoky oak and superripe flavors of pineapple tart, lemon meringue pie and zesty limes. For all that richness, the wine is balanced with crisp acidity and a streak of stony minerals. Fine now and through 2011.",,38,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Mi Sueño 2007 Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2007-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Mi Sueño 14.3,Red,US,"This is a very dry, silky and elegant Pinot Noir. It's not shy, offering rich cherry, red currant, mocha, bacon and sandalwood flavors that finish in a swirl of spices. Good now, and should develop bottle complexities over the next six years.",Split Rock Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Milliarium 2007 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milliarium-2007-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Milliarium 14.5,Red,France,"Made by Louis Barruol of Saint-Cosme, this is a creamy-textured, dense blend of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre. It delivers plum-scented fruit accented by baking spices and licorice and balancing its tannic heft with ample length. Drink now–2018.",Jocunda,35,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Oriel 2005 Jocunda (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2005-jocunda-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Oriel 14.8,Red,US,"Picture-perfect Syrah, from the peppery-spicy aroma to the full-bodied mouthfeel and the lush, blackberry, blueberry and cassis flavors. With accents of tobacco, sweet leather, coffee and smoky sandalwood, it's a soft, complex wine perfect for drinking now with a grilled steak.",,28,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Olson Ogden 2007 Syrah (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-napa/,Syrah,2007,Olson Ogden ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. A wine with good wood and ripe blackcurrant flavors. It is dense, and the tannins are dry, but the fruit is bright, vibrant and fresh.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2006-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de Chevalier ,Dessert,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Dry botrytis is the theme here, with richness rather than sweetness. Somewhere under all that dryness is acidity and flavors of sweet pears, but these are a long way off.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Suau 2006 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2006-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Suau ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Along with the new wood flavors, the wine has rich fruit, spiced with dried figs, dark berries and a rounded, fruitcake character. There's a good touch of perfume to lift the finish.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Siran 15,Red,France,"Smoky, gamy and complex, this is a rather dark-fruited expression of CdP, bringing elements of black olive and espresso to the fore. Yet it also has a very approachable creaminess on the palate and a long, dusty finish. Drink now–2018.",,37,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Saint Paul 2006 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-paul-2006-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de Saint Paul ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Austere and mineral, this is a tight wine, held by bonds of tannin. The structure is based upon dark plum skins, as well as potentially rich fruit.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Clos Fourtet ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Great density here, this wine is big and powerful, but all held together by rich fruit. It is concentrated, the dry tannins a part of a richer whole.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos des Jacobins 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-jacobins-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Clos des Jacobins ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This is effectively no longer the second wine of Ducru-Beaucaillou, since it comes from its own vineyards. It is a dense, sculpted wine, formed around a core of chewy tannins. Currently impenetrable and black.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Croix de Beaucaillou 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croix-beaucaillou-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Croix de Beaucaillou ,Red,US,"This new Syrah from Betz is medium-bodied and displays light details of herb, olive, sage, a hint of lemon verbena, and tight red currant and berry fruit flavors. There is a pretty, finishing kiss of caramel and toasted almonds.",La Côte Patriarche,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Betz Family 2007 La Côte Patriarche Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2007-cote-patriarche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Betz Family 14.3,Red,US,"Rich and soft, with a velvety texture, this lovely Syrah has forward flavors of caramelized blackberries and blueberries, grilled bacon, sautéed wild mushrooms, black pepper and sweet, smoky oak. The tannin structure is dense and fine. It's very good now, with decanting, and hints at additional complexities over the next 4–5 years.",,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bearboat 2007 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bearboat-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Bearboat 14,Red,US,"Coastal specialists Jonathan and Susan Pey move inland to warm Napa to craft this Oakville-grown Cabernet. It's quite a good wine, although not on a par with the spectacular 2005. Every effort went into ripening the grapes to succulent blackberries and black currants, with new French oak adding notes of smoke and vanilla. Drink now–2012.",Mise en Place,49,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Textbook 2006 Mise en Place Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/textbook-2006-mise-en-place-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Textbook 14.8,Red,US,"Here's a big, young, extracted Syrah that hits the mouth with a power punch of fruit and oak. Hard to imagine a riper wine, with its massive blackberries, cherries and sweet cocoa. Yet the tannins are near perfect, and there's enough acidity to warrant the cellar. Could surprise after 2011.",Thompson Vineyard,54,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Testarossa 2007 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2007-thompson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Testarossa ,Red,US,"Beautiful aromas of fruit and fresh-baked bread rise from the glass. The wine shows good concentration, a mix of black cherry, blackberry, plum, and licorice; it's nicely proportioned and balanced, with the tannins big and polished.",424 Red Wine,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2006 424 Red Wine Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2006-424-red-wine-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2006,Stevens 14.8,White,US,"Here's a polished, rich Chardonnay that bests many more expensive wines. It's creamy and lush, but crisp in acids, with deep flavors of pineapples, pears, buttered toast, vanilla and honey. A great job from a winery that consistently over-delivers.",Reserve,25,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Martin Ray 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Martin Ray 7,White,Germany,,Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,28,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Haart 2007 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-haart-2007-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Joh. Haart ,Dessert,Canada,"The finished wine contains 25% residual sugar and 9% alcohol, with a rich bouquet. Golden, intense and densely packed with a rich mix of tropical fruit, pear and baked apple, it feels quite heavy on the palate but still lively, with the crisp definition for which these Canadian icewines are known. The finish lasts for several minutes.",Proprietors' Grand Reserve,53,91,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Jackson-Triggs 2005 Proprietors' Grand Reserve Riesling (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-triggs-2005-proprietors-grand-reserve-riesling-okanagan-valley/,Riesling,2005,Jackson-Triggs ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Named after the limestone, Astéries, which dominates this small vineyard. The wine is mineral, tannic, somewhat austere at this stage, with dry tannins.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Les Astéries 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asteries-2006-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Les Astéries 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a sophisticated yet understated sparkler with elegant tones of peach, honey and sourdough. The perlage is tonic and firm and the wine is soft in consistency yet zesty on the finish.",Brut Millesimato,35,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Le Marchesine 2004 Brut Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marchesine-2004-brut-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2004,Le Marchesine ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Under its new name, the second wine of Haut-Brion is fruity, soft, rounded. The character is of blackcurrant and juice, finishing with a fine fresh lift.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Le Clarence de Haut-Brion 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-clarence-haut-brion-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Le Clarence de Haut-Brion 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a pretty red wine from Northeast Italy with well-balanced aromas of black fruit, spice and smoke. The wine has an elegant, compact feel and offers extraordinary intensity in the mouth thanks to its well integrated tannins and acidity. Nice job.",,45,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Roncaia 2003 Refosco (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roncaia-2003-italian-red-refosco-colli-orientali-friuli/,Refosco,2003,La Roncaia 8,White,Germany,,Abtsberg Auslese 75,100,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2007 Abtsberg Auslese 75 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2007-abtsberg-auslese-75-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Maximin Grünhäuser ,White,US,"In 1970, David Lett made Pinot Gris for the first time – the first time anywhere in America. This, his 38th and final vintage, runs the flavor gamut from citrus to stone fruit to tropical. There's a deep straw color, a flash of honey, and a substantial, almost weighty midpalate. Light toast adds further flavor interest to the finish.",,16,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2007 Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2007-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2007,The Eyrie Vineyards ,Red,Portugal,"A blend of fruit from two Ramos-Pinto quintas, this is a sleek, elegant wine, the fruit density finely masked by the firm tannins and the bright acidity. It's a wine worth aging for two to three years.",Duas Quintas Reserva,35,91,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2007 Duas Quintas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2007-duas-quintas-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Ramos-Pinto 13,White,Austria,"There is power here, the weight of fruit packing white peach and currant flavors structured around a mineral core. The wine is for aging, with its strong texture, its edge of apple skins and its layered acidity.",Gottschelle Reserve,42,91,Kamptal,,,Malat 2008 Gottschelle Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malat-2008-gottschelle-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Malat 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the lusciousness and silky texture you want in a good Pinot Noir. With oak-inspired flavors of grilled cherries, raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola, sandalwood and cinnamon spice, it has a fine acid-tannin structure.",,30,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,MacRostie 20,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Attractive caramel, apricot and peach aromas drive straight to a pure, creamy palate of cinnamon apple, mocha, coffee and chocolate. It's quite smooth and balanced, and very long on the finish. Avoids all the pitfalls of sweet Sherry by maintaining its balance and mouthfeel.",DeLuxe Cream Capataz Andrés,20,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,Lustau NV DeLuxe Cream Capataz Andrés Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lustau-nv-deluxe-cream-capataz-andres-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Lustau ,Red,US,"This is the first Stevens Cab Franc since 2001. It's dark and smoky, with an interesting mix of violets and plummy fruit. It carries the Stevens imprint of black fruits, licorice, clean earth, graphite and black olive—a stiff, tannic, tight wine with the structure to age for decades.",,27,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2007 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Stevens 14,Red,Portugal,"With its powerful fruit, this is very Douro in its intensity. The flavors are of dark black fruits, dense and dry tannins, layered with acidity. The dryness of the fruit and wood tannins demands food, emphasized by the final freshness.",Vale de Cavalhos,20,91,Douro,,,Poças 2007 Vale de Cavalhos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2007-vale-cavalhos-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Poças ,White,US,"Made with 100 percent certified organic grapes. Candied orange flavors, scented with bright blossoms, make this an orange blossom special of a wine. It's full, ripe, and round, with excellent depth and length.",Oakridge,18,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2008 Oakridge Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2008-oakridge-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Phelps Creek ,White,US,"Mostly Celilo vineyard fruit, this bone dry reserve Gewürztraminer mixes floral and citrus blossom scents with flavors of lemon rind, green apple and minty wintergreen. Fermented in neutral French oak, it's fresh and spicy, and deserves the reserve designation.",Dry Reserve,20,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2008 Dry Reserve Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2008-dry-reserve-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Phelps Creek ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An impressive offering from this established producer. The dry firm tannins dominate initially, following through with a solid, chunky structure. The wine has red plum skin and spice flavors that go well with the density.",Vintage,,91,Port,,,Wiese & Krohn 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiese-krohn-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Wiese & Krohn 14,Red,France,,Les Enfants Terrible,16,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas Carlot 2006 Les Enfants Terrible Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2006-enfants-terrible-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Mas Carlot 14,Red,France,"Colombo is better known for his Cornas, but this '06 CdP stands out for its ample weight and creamy texture, along with dark flavors reminiscent of prune and black olive. Drink now–2018.",Les Bartavelles,40,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2006 Les Bartavelles Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2006-bartavelles-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Jean-Luc Colombo 7.5,White,Germany,,Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,32,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2007 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2007-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. Loosen 14.5,Red,Italy,"It's extraordinary how this winemaker has extracted intensity, purity, color and concentration from this grape to make what is ultimately a very sophisticated wine: dark and bold with loads of spice, chocolate and black fruit. Give it at least one more year in the bottle.",Vittoria,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gianfranco Alessandria 2005 Vittoria (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-alessandria-2005-vittoria-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Gianfranco Alessandria 14,White,US,"This is a very flamboyant Chardonnay. The grapes are superripe in pie-filling pineapples, nectarines and oranges, enhanced with smoky oak and sweet buttered popcorn, but the finish is completely dry. Drink now with rich fare, like lobster and shellfish.",,25,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gann 2007 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gann-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Gann ,White,US,"This is the richest Frostwatch Chardonnay ever. It just explodes in the mouth, with waves of ripe pineapple, peach, pear, lemon custard and spice flavors. The oak influence offers richer elements of crème brûlée. Drink now for sheer opulence.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Frostwatch 2007 Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frostwatch-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Frostwatch 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This luminous sparkler opens with a pretty golden hue and aromas of apricot, buttery almond and honey backed by a touch of exotic spice or cumin. The wine is fragrant and intense with spicy overtones of crushed white pepper.",Casa delle Colonne Brut Millesimato,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Berlucchi 2001 Casa delle Colonne Brut Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-berlucchi-2001-casa-delle-colonne-brut-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Fratelli Berlucchi ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Big, ripe fruits, spiced with new wood, a big-hearted blackberry wine, sweet tannins, potentially generous.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larcis Ducasse 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larcis-ducasse-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Larcis Ducasse ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Balanced, open wine, full of ripe blackcurrant fruits. It has a fine, rich density which shows well alongside the acidity of a young wine. It finishes with delicious black fruits.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château d'Armailhac ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Tight tannins set the scene for a wine that is firm, but with delicious blackcurrant fruit flavors. The tannins are dry under this freshness. Very vivid aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Fruity, attractively balanced wine, the spice and caramel wood flavors fitting well into the sweet, berry fruits.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cantemerle 2008 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantemerle-2008-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cantemerle ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. There is attractive spicy wood here, piled with acidity, great blackcurrant characters. The wine is balanced, fresh and fruity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Bourgneuf 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourgneuf-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bourgneuf 14,Red,Italy,"This Merlot puts on an elegant and refined show to the benefit of your taste buds and nostrils. You'll recognize aromas of black fruit, polished stone, tobacco, leather and exotic spice. The mouthfeel is soft and plush and there is a playful touch of toasted wood and bitter almond on the close.",Just Me,30,91,,Venezia Giulia,,Di Lenardo 2006 Just Me Merlot (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenardo-2006-just-me-merlot-venezia-giulia/,Merlot,2006,Di Lenardo 14.5,Red,France,"Not quite the superb value this was in earlier vintages, the 2006 “Queen of the Woods” is still an excellent wine, from its knockout nose of cedar, baking spices, blueberry and black cherry to its full, rounded mouthfeel and long, softly tannic finish. Tasted again several months later, the oak is less apparent, suggesting at last five years or so of aging potential.",La Reine Des Bois,54,91,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2006 La Reine Des Bois Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2006-reine-bois-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de la Mordorée ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Promoted in 2006 to Grand Cru Classé, this is a dense wine, very concentrated, more about tannin than fruit. It's hugely firm, hugely dense.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-despagne-2006-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Very jammy fruit, where the sweetness seems to dominate. It is accessible, the tannins open, opulent, with a ripe structure. It works though, as a rich wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonplégade 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonplegade-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fonplégade ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Fine, fresh, juicy, fruity wine, that offers ripe blackberry fruits over firm tannins. The fruit has great red berry flavors and fruit acidity, ending on a rich, round note.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Ferrande 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrande-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ferrande 10,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler Lay Auslese,43,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2007 Bernkasteler Lay Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2007-bernkasteler-lay-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) ,White,US,"Chehalem is one of a number of Oregon wineries who have really dialed in Pinot Blanc. It tastes like a perfect cross of Pinot Gris and Chardonnay, with spice and fruit, pears and citrus rind, even a whiff of fennel. What truly distinguishes this vineyard-designated bottling is its tight focus; the flavors deepen and extend through a lovely finish.",Stoller Vineyards,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Chehalem 2008 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-stoller-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Chehalem 14,White,Italy,"Here's a rare find and an excellent wine. Bastia is a creamy Chardonnay that is aged 15 months in oak for softness and richness. The aromas include peach apricot, vanilla extract and butter. Pair it with roasted turkey or quail.",Bastia,50,91,Piedmont,Langhe,,Conterno Fantino 2006 Bastia Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2006-bastia-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2006,Conterno Fantino 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Solid, condensed and smooth on the nose, with aromas of mocha and bold berry fruit. The palate is racy and deep, with lively blackberry and cassis flavors. Made from a mix of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, this is long, big and attractive, and the structure is just right. Drink over the next four years.",Estate Selection,35,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Chakana 2007 Estate Selection Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2007-estate-selection-red-lujan-cuyo/,Red Blend,2007,Chakana 14,Red,Portugal,"Despite the name, this isn't fermented in amphora, but in wood. But it does have a traditional feel, densely spiced with firm dry tannins, a great weight of ripe fruit tamed only slightly. Worth aging for 2–3 years.",Tinto da Anfora,13,91,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2006 Tinto da Anfora Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2006-tinto-anfora-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.9,Red,US,"Grown in the winery's Carneros vineyard, this is a big, concentrated Pinot Noir. It's powerful in fruit, tasting like fresh summer blackberries, with juicy acidity and smoky oak, yet with Pinot's inherent silkiness. You'll want to decant it, but it should hit its peak in two or three years.",Founder's Reserve,65,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,ZD 2007 Founder's Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2007-founders-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,ZD 14.4,White,US,"Bone dry and minerally, with a stony austerity to the lemons, limes, pears and pineapples. Enormously complex in the interaction of fruit, acidity, lees, oak and fine, subtle tannins. Chablis-like and elegant, and should show evolutionary development over the next six years.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Sonoma Coast Vineyards ,Red,US,"This is a sturdy, earthy, firmly compact wine with a spine of steel. It keeps the fruit front and center, with a concentrated middle mixing raspberry, cherry and strawberry jam. Yet there is more here than sweet fruit, and as it breathes in come layers of spice, cola and rock.",Saga Hills Reserve,40,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2006 Saga Hills Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2006-saga-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2006,Vista Hills 14.7,Red,US,"A near perfect example of coastal Petite Sirah. Shows the variety's generosity of fruit, firm tannins, dryness and general complexity, without too much alcohol. Delicious in blackberries, cherries, bacon, cinnamon, pepper and sandalwood, with a very long, spicy finish. Should age for many years, but best soon for its freshness.",Magnificent 7,42,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Domenichelli 2005 Magnificent 7 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenichelli-2005-magnificent-7-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2005,Domenichelli ,Red,US,"A splendid bottle, lucid, refined, a gorgeous evocation of the grape with delicate cherry/cranberry fruit, hints of pepper and spice, and the gravitas that comes with grapes from 40-year-old vines.",Reserve,58,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,The Eyrie Vineyards ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An elegant, restrained wine, from young winemaker Oscar Quevedo. It's the balance between the sweet fruit, the tannins and acidity that make this wine. And there is a final dry, firm, tough burst that promises aging.",Vintage,50,92,Port,,,Quevedo 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quevedo 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely, complex and flavorful Cab, but also tannic, giving it a lockdown feeling. There's a rich core of blackberries, black currants, spices and herbs, while new oak gives it a savory smokiness. Better after 2010, and should glide through 2014.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stonestreet ,Red,US,"Tight, tannic and loaded with mixed berries, plum, chocolate and caramel, this finishes with a big whiff of smoke and toast. Structured and dense, it emphasizes fruit and minerality rather than funk or herb.",BlackTongue,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2007 BlackTongue Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2007-blacktongue-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Stevens 15,Red,South Africa,"Mouthfilling, juicy and smooth, this appealing Cabernet starts with a mellow nose of leather, spice and red berries followed by balanced flavors of spice, toast, mocha, tobacco and black currant. Tannins are subtle but have grip. The wine is concentrated but very approachable, ideal for food pairing or enjoying on it own.",,36,92,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Rust en Vrede 14.6,Red,US,"A superior Cabernet that shows, first and foremost, Diamond Mountain's famous tannins. They make the mouthfeel a little hard, but the wine is so rich in blackberries and plums, you hardly notice. Beautiful now, with decanting, and should develop for six years.",,85,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Wallis Family Estate 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallis-family-estate-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Wallis Family Estate 14.6,White,US,"Extraordinarily rich and ripe, with flashy flavors of ripe pineapples, guavas and pears, accented with oak-influenced crème brûlée, cinnamon toast and vanilla. Crisp acidity fortunately provides brightness and balance. Drink now.",Lucia Highlands Vineyard Estate Grown,26,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2007 Lucia Highlands Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2007-lucia-highlands-vineyard-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Pessagno 14.2,Red,US,"This bottling, an extended lees Chardonnay, has been an innovation by the winery. The experiment is augmented by holding the release date back longer than usual. The 2006 vintage was not a great success, but this is an interesting, complex wine that should further develop in the bottle. Marked by the creamy, slightly sour taste of the lees, it has richness added by ripe apple and pineapple fruit and sweet, smoky oak.",Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2006 Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2006-dobles-lias-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Marimar Estate 8,White,Germany,,Herrenberg Auslese,51,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2007 Herrenberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2007-herrenberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Maximin Grünhäuser 14.8,Red,US,"Mi Sueño has captured the deeply impressive flavors of blackberries, mocha and chocolate and especially the pronounced black pepper of a fine Northern Rhône Syrah, along with noble tannins. The acidity is much lower, of course, giving the wine a delicious immediacy. A beautiful, elegant restaurant wine.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2005 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2005,Mi Sueño 14.2,Red,US,"A bit tannic and earthy, with tobacco and cola flavors accenting the fruitier cherries and blackberries. Oak adds sweet, smoky notes of toast, and the finish includes lots of tangy spices. Elegantly constructed, this young Pinot needs a few year in the cellar.",,36,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merry Edwards 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards 14,Red,Portugal,"Douro power shows with this wine. It has great concentration, a density of texture that goes right through all the dark fruits, the dusty tannins and the layers of wood. Spice and bitter chocolate add to the range of flavors, while acidity has the last word.",Fronteira Selecçao de Enólogo,15,92,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2006 Fronteira Selecçao de Enólogo Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2006-fronteira-seleccao-de-enologo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Companhia das Quintas ,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Lively acidity in a wine that is fresh despite its rich yellow fruits. There is a wood element, but it goes well with the apricot juice and pink grapefruit character.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Smith Haut Lafitte ,Red,US,"This reserve wine is a selection of blocks from the two estate vineyards. With extra concentration and intensity, this leads with tart, juicy red fruit flavors that expand into softer, rounder, almost creamy caramel tones.",Estate Grown Reserve,55,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cougar Crest 2005 Estate Grown Reserve Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cougar-crest-2005-estate-grown-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2005,Cougar Crest ,Dessert,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. This is crisp, lively and ripe, but also shows some excellent botrytis, honey and quince flavors. There is a hint of lychee in the spiciness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Fargues 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fargues-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château de Fargues ,Dessert,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. A rich, concentrated wine, all apricot and tropical fruit flavors along with intense botrytis. An impressive, balanced wine.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2006 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2006-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"From a single vineyard originally planted in 1893, La Nerthe's Cuvée des Cadettes is always matured in new barriques. In 2005, the result is a toasty, almond-scented accent to deep plum and black cherry fruit. It's deceptively sweet and supple upfront, then gains tannic intensity on the finish. Drink 2012–2020.",Cuvée des Cadettes,75,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château La Nerthe 2005 Cuvée des Cadettes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nerthe-2005-cuvee-cadettes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château La Nerthe ,White,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. A finely balanced wine, bringing its great green, herbaceous fruits together with spice and wood. It's not complex, but is certainly delicious.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-louviere-2006-barrel-sample-pessac-leognan-72692/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château la Louvière ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A wine that offers all the right characters. The fruit has a lively, vivid juiciness, with sweet berry fruits. The tannins have just a touch of toast, but essentially come from the dense fruit.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2008-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Bergey ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Structured and juicy at the same time, this is a fragrantly fruity wine. It is rich, but with intense freshness as well. The final taste brings in a more firm, dark texture.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Duhart-Milon ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. The second wine of Château Ausone is enticingly spicy, with wood aromas and flavors. They balance excellently with fruit and tannins, followed by a dark dryness, which lasts through as the aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Chapelle d'Ausone 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapelle-dausone-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Chapelle d'Ausone ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Rich, generous, opulent, this shows big swathes of intense fruit and orange marmalade. The dried fruits shine here in this powerful, sweet wine.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Suduiraut 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suduiraut-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Suduiraut 14.7,Red,US,"A lush Pinot Noir that needs some time to come around. It's packed with flavors of black cherries, raspberries, plums, red currants, cola, licorice and sandalwood, in a silky texture marked fine tannins. Give it a year or so, and should improve through 2013.",Winery Lake Vineyard,55,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2007 Winery Lake Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2007-winery-lake-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Acacia 14.9,Red,US,"Made in an accessible way, this Pinot Noir drinks well now. It's polished and silky, offering waves of cherries, raspberries, red currants, cola, rhubarb pie, cocoa, sandalwood and spices. Has the structure to evolve for a good six years.",Horseshoe Bend,65,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acacia 2007 Horseshoe Bend Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2007-horseshoe-bend-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Acacia 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The reserve wine of Tinto da Anfora, this is as traditional Portuguese as you can get, from the huge flavors of ripe fruit, with concentration and wild, untamed spice and herb flavors. Age for 3–4 years to get the best of these powerful tastes.",Tinto da Anfora Grande Escolha,36,92,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2006 Tinto da Anfora Grande Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2006-tinto-anfora-grande-escolha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.5,Red,US,"Just a beautiful Cabernet, limpid and approachable now for the fineness of its tannins, yet ageworthy. Shows a velvety, creamy texture, with complex flavors of blackberries, black currants, chocolate and cedar. Terrific now and for at least the next six years.",,86,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Atlas Peak 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Atlas Peak ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Tight and taut, the austere tannins offer density, minerality. It is all in the promise here, obviously a wine designed for aging.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Les Astéries 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asteries-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Les Astéries 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"La Tunella turns out a richly saturated and concentrated version of its precious Picolit dessert wine this vintage with aromas of candied orange peel, apricot, honey, lemon glaze and almond skin. The wine is sweet and creamy in the mouth with long- lasting persistency.",,90,92,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Tunella 2006 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tunella-2006-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2006,La Tunella 14.1,Red,US,"Give this wine a year or two in the cellar, because it has a primary fruit character and fresh young tannic structure that should resolve by 2011. It's very ripe, with waves of cherries, red currants, red licorice, cola and sandalwood flavors.",Hein Family Vineyard,46,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roessler 2007 Hein Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2007-hein-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roessler 14.3,Red,US,"Dry, complex and tannic now, a young Zinfandel that gives your mouth a sandpapery, grippy feeling. Flavorwise, the wine is a little direct in fruit, offering waves of wild black, red and blue berries, tamari, mocha, molasses, sandalwood and pepperspice flavors. Not many Zins require time, but this one will benefit from 4–8 years in a cool cellar.",Vine Age Series 100 Year Old Vines,45,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,XYZin 2007 Vine Age Series 100 Year Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xyzin-2007-vine-age-series-100-year-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,XYZin ,Red,US,"Bill Hatcher's follow-up to his excellent 2005 is even better—graceful, balanced, lovely wine. Sweet cherry/berry fruit is matched to spice, light toast, light chocolate, malted milk and vanilla custard streaks—it sounds oakier than it tastes; the fruit is the star here.",,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,William Hatcher 2006 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hatcher-2006-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,William Hatcher ,White,Austria,"A semisweet wine, all currants and ripe fruit. The sweetness comes from superripe fruit, giving a delicious balance with the acidity. Flavors of yellow apples, tarragon and all-spice come together in an exciting finish.",Grande Reserve,,92,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2007 Grande Reserve Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2007-grande-reserve-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2007,Weinrieder ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Consultant Michel Rolland's family estate has produced a wine that is elegant, balancing richness and sweet fruits. The tannins are spicy, forward, with density. But it remains a well balanced wine.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Bon Pasteur 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bon-pasteur-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château le Bon Pasteur ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Elegant style, with pure fruits shining through the tight tannins. A finely balanced wine, ripe but densely dry.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Tour Figeac 14.7,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet, although the tannins are a bit fierce now. Beyond the astringency are plush flavors of blackberries, black currants, cola, spices and sweet, smoky cedar. Needs time. Best 2011 and beyond.",,27,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Beaulieu Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"No one else in Napa Valley could produce a Cabernet of this pedigree, at this price, besides Beaulieu. They bring their century of experience, as well as their vineyards, to produce this fine, dry wine. It reeks of classicism, from the purity of structure to the refined, Bordeaux-like black currant and cedar flavors. An amazing accomplishment.",,17,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Beaulieu Vineyard ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. With smoky new wood dominating its aromas, this is a wine which demands long aging. It is not yet integrated, the wood too dominant. Very spicy and toasty, just hinting at its black fruits.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2006 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2006-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Kirwan ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A fine, impressive wine from Alain Moueix. The fruit is spicy, with blackberry flavors, ripe but adding a layer of serious structure.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonroque 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonroque-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fonroque ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. Dense, balanced wine with great layers of black fruits. This is rich, relatively concentrated for the year, a wine that shows the acidity as a positive addition.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Ferrière 2006 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferriere-2006-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Ferrière ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A wine that wants to be grand, but where the tannins are still getting the better of it. It is solid, chunky, the black plum flavors still struggling to get out.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Tertre ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. A balanced, structured wine which brings its structure into play with the rich, but fresh fruit. The wine has good acidity, as well as some tense tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2006 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2006-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château du Tertre ,Dessert,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. Excellent spicy wine, lots of sweet fruits, baked apple and caramel. A rich, intense wine, but balanced with a waft of crisp acidity.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clos-haut-peyraguey-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. A firm, but generous wine with well balanced fruit and tannins. It has a solid core, surrounded by ripe, sweet fruit, freshened by acidity.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2006 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2006-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Brane-Cantenac ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Dark, intense wine, its structure initially dominating the ripe fruits. It is certainly balanced, a little severe perhaps, the fruit tight, but with a good fresh acid streak.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beychevelle 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a big, rich, extracted Cabernet, filled with fruit, yet balanced with a bracing minerality that must come from the earth. It's completely dry, with flavors of blackberries, black currants, violets and cedar. Very refined and polished, and a good value compared to far more expensive bottlings of this quality.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brookdale Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookdale-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Brookdale Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"Shows spectacularly ripe berries, cherries, anise, bacon, sandalwood and spices, wrapped into smooth, ultra-fine tannins. For all the richness, it finishes dry. A big wine, but balanced and nuanced. Now–2011.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Patz & Hall ,Red,Argentina,"From longtime Catena winemakers Mariano de Paola and Pepe Galante, this is a deep, black-fruited Malbec with a cushioned bouquet, violet notes and delightful blackberry character. The palate is deep, juicy, healthy and balanced, and the finish is smooth and offers a whiff of coconut. Solid, serious and good now through 2013.",pz,70,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mapema 2007 pz Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mapema-2007-pz-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Mapema 14.9,Red,US,"Very fine, dry and classic Napa in structure, with rich, sweet tannins framing ripe flavors of blackberries, black currants and smoky cedar. The finish is long and sweet in berry essence. Yet there's a juvenile feeling to the primary fruit flavors, and the wine should age well beyond 2012.",Estate Grown,85,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Provenance Vineyards 2006 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2006-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Provenance Vineyards 14.7,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, but one you want to age for a while. Rolando Herrera brings his experience with Napa Cabernet, resulting in a tannic wine that should begin to blossom after 2011. Rich in blackberry, cherry liqueur, cola and sweet oaky flavors, it grows better in the glass as it airs and warms.",,48,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mi Sueño 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mi Sueño 14.5,Red,US,"Rolando Herrera brings his deft touch to Cabernet. He captures the ripe blackberry and black currant fruit of Napa Valley, yet retains a lovely structure. The result is a dry, richly tannic wine that should age well over the next 6–8 years, but drinks beautifully now.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Mi Sueño 14.2,Red,US,"Marked by fresh, sleek acidity and firm, dusty tannins, this is a Pinot to stash in the cellar for a while. It's just too tough and hard now. Give it 4–6 years to soften, and let the black cherries, red currants and cola mesh with the oak and transform with the magic of bottle age.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Merry Edwards 14.5,Red,US,"Young, tart in acidity, and fresh in jammy primary fruit flavors, offering a blast of cherries, raspberries, red currants, Dr. Pepper cola, red licorice, cocoa, pepper and sandalwood, wrapped into a silky texture. A beautiful wine now, but better with some age. Give it a year or two in the bottle.",J McK Vineyard,32,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Anaba 2007 J McK Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2007-j-mck-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Anaba ,White,US,"Exceptionally concentrated, unctuous and oily, this reveals the floral/spicy character of the grape in all its glory. It's a complex wine that just keeps on going, with jasmine, lemon polish, citrus and more fleshing out the flavors. The moderate alcohol and dry style keep it perfect for a range of foods, especially smoked salmon or spicy Thai.",Dry,20,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 2007 Dry Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2007-dry-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Amity ,Red,US,"Stylish and deep, Adelsheim's Caitlin's Reserve bottling is a gem. The plump green and yellow fruits are buttressed with sweet spice and toasted hazelnut flavors from barrel fermentation. It's round and full and seductive; you can't wait for the next sip, the next glass.",Caitlin's Reserve,40,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2007 Caitlin's Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2007-caitlins-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Adelsheim 13.5,White,US,"This is a tremendous, powerful Chardonnay that swamps the mouth with ripe fruit and oak. It detonates with pineapple crème brûlée, peach tart, buttered toast and vanilla flavors, and while it's dry, it has a honey-sweet finish and a crisp, citrus acid tartness. Drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,La Fenêtre 14.1,White,US,"Structure marks this fine wine, made from MacRostie's signature vineyard. Although you'll find a wealth of pineapples, Fuji apples and ripe pears, it has a minerality that makes it firm, and a clean, acidic finish. Elegant and classy, and could age for six years.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2007 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2007-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,MacRostie 13.8,Red,US,"Most California Syrahs aren't ageworthy, but this one is. It's got a rich core of blackberries, mulberries, currants, cola, pepper and anise, but it's also quite tannic, with an astringency that lasts through the finish. With modest alcohol, good acidity and a subtle touch of oak, it has the balance to improve over 3–5 years.",Dakine Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2006 Dakine Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2006-dakine-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2006,Longboard 14.1,Red,US,"Quite an impressive wine, rich and full-bodied and ageable. Shows a touch of Burgundy in the grilled mushrooms and earthy tastes, but it's all California in the ripe berries, cherries and cola. The texture is complex, with refined tannins, fine acidity and a touch of sweet, smoky cedar. Beautiful now, and should develop through 2013, at least.",Reserve du Domaine,40,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2007 Reserve du Domaine Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2007-reserve-domaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Laetitia 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Big, bold, savory and herbal, this complex Cab starts with aromas of black cherry, cedar and vanilla, rolling out into rich waves of cedar, blackcurrant, herbs and spice. Masculine and ageable, the wine has a stylish but strudy character and a lingering pepper finish. A wine for the cellar, or to drink now with a juicy steak.",Peter Barlow,49,92,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2005 Peter Barlow Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2005-peter-barlow-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Rustenberg 14.5,Red,France,"Like all of the T-L wines, this is heavily influenced by aging in barrique, but this wine handles it well, blending cedar and vanilla with flavors of cherries jubilee. It's full, lush and oaky—almost New World in style.",Vieilles Vignes,75,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2006 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2006-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Tardieu-Laurent ,White,US,"Exceptionally dense and heavy with pear-flavored fruit, this rich and ripe wine is a barrel and clone selection that is well worth the extra ten bucks over the regular Rex Hill Chardonnay. Fat streaks of butter and caramel, hints of honey and beeswax, and a succulent mouthfeel all add to the pleasure.",Reserve,28,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2006-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Rex Hill ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. The wine made by Jean-Luc Thunevin, the original garage wine. Now a proper estate, with a chateau, it still follows the big, fruity model, but without the extraction of the past. Very fruity, it is also very approachable.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2006-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Valandraud ,Dessert,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. Very caramel flavored wine, rather loose and open, hiding the acidity, but gaining in some excellent botrytis flavors.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Suduiraut 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suduiraut-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Suduiraut ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Ripe, balanced wine that brings rich fruit and sweet tannins together with firm black plum skin and spice. The tannins come through as dusty and rich, not dry.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Saint-Pierre 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Saint-Pierre ,Red,France,"More reserved, backward and tannic than the domaine's 2006 Tradition, this wine features similar aromas of garrigue and flavors of chocolate, black olive, plum and spice. It's firm on the finish, but boasts sufficient fruit to see it through. Drink 2012–2020.",Hauts Garrigues,,92,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2006 Hauts Garrigues (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2006-hauts-garrigues-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine Santa Duc ,Red,France,"Deep and dark, this is a top vintage for La Ferme Romaine. The tannins are plentiful but creamy in texture, while the rich flavors approximate chocolate and licorice. Drink now-2015, possibly longer.",Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine,,92,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Lafond 2001 Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2001-roc-epine-ferme-romaine-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Domaine Lafond ,Red,France,"This is still very youthful and primary, with just hints of complexity. Plum and licorice shine brightly in this mouthfilling wine that somehow manages to be muscular yet silky at the same time. Roughly 60% Syrah, 40% Grenache, from vines 35–45 years old. Drink now–2015.",La Font d'Estévenas,35,92,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Daniel et Denis Alary 2006 La Font d'Estévenas Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-daniel-denis-alary-2006-font-destevenas-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine Daniel et Denis Alary 14.2,White,US,"The wine is from a vineyard in the Sonoma Coast. It's quite beautiful, with a bracing acidity and minerality suggesting the tang of stones. But it's enormously rich in fruit, brimming with pineapples, mangoes, green apple butter and pears. Just delicious.",Ruxton,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2007 Ruxton Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2007-ruxton-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Fritz 14.5,Red,US,"A good, well-made Cabernet, but it's really too young. The flavors are all primary fruit blackberries and black currants, the oak is unintegrated, and the tannins are hard. But all the pieces are in place for aging. Best after 2012.",,65,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Frias 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frias-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Frias 14.5,Red,US,"Feels rich and refined in the mouth, with a structure that announces itself immediately. Crisp acidity and very fine tannins frame remarkably complex flavors of grilled cherries, red currants, cola, caramelized sandalwood and peppery spices, leading to a long, dry finish. Terrific now, and should develop through 2013.",Occidental Coast Carl Meyers Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Evening Land 2007 Occidental Coast Carl Meyers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2007-occidental-coast-carl-meyers-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Evening Land 12,Dessert,Italy,"Gigante's Picolit offers simplicity and elegance thanks to its bouquet of chestnut honey, candied orange peel and dried apricot. The wine showcases a lively golden color with well-integrated acidity and a long finish. Pair it with almond-based desserts or drink it alone after dinner.",,42,92,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Gigante 2005 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gigante-2005-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2005,Gigante ,White,US,"From the In The Rocks vineyard, this Rhône white is two thirds Marsanne and one third Viognier, whole cluster fermented in neutral barrels, with no fining or filtering. It's richly textural, aromatic, scented and flavored with lemon verbena, peach, caramel and marzipan. Big and luscious in every way, this is a wine to enjoy while it's in the bloom of youth.",Queen's Road White,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reynvaan Family Vineyards 2007 Queen's Road White White (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynvaan-family-2007-queens-road-white-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,White Blend,2007,Reynvaan Family Vineyards 13.4,Sparkling,US,"A bit angular and awkward now, with a jagged, sandpapery feeling in the mouth. But the flavors are deep and refined, suggesting baked apples, grilled pears, yeasty, smoked brioche, vanilla bean and spices. Three-quarters Pinot Noir, with the remainder Chardonnay. Really needs 3–5 years to come around, at least.",Reserve,100,92,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2002 Reserve Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2002-reserve-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Schramsberg ,Dessert,Austria,"A great oily texture, pierced by the most wonderful acidity, supports a pure assembly of tropical fruits and crisp freshness. It is a concentrated elixir, every drop to be savored.",Eiswein,76,92,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2007 Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2007-eiswein-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2007,Schloss Gobelsburg 14.5,White,US,"A good, rich, oaky Chardonnay, with intense fruit concentration and elaborate winemaking technique. Shows powerful pineapple, papaya, nectarine and sweet vanilla flavors, with a grounding minerality and adequate acidity for balance. Production was 2,215 cases.",,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2007 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2007-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Merryvale ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Although the aromas are heavily of wood, the fruit has a fresh lift, giving some spices, with a core of tannin coming through to finish with some juiciness. A wine in the elegant style.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cantenac Brown ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Belair has been given a new name, after Christian Moueix's grandmother, in honor of its purchase by the Moueix family. The wine is ripe, with its dark tannins and perfumed fruit, lifted by a final smoky character.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bélair-Monange 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belair-monange-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bélair-Monange ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Dry, concentrated, a powerful wine with great swathes of dry botrytis cutting through the fruit. A wine that, at this stage, shows power and density.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Daëne 2008 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-daene-2008-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Doisy-Daëne ,Dessert,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. Delicate wine, very restrained, showing great fruit, balanced botrytis and some spice. Elegant.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Coutet 2006 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2006-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Coutet ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. A big wine in all senses – big fruit, bit spice from the wood, but tannins. They all hang together, and come up with elegance as well as power.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2006-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 14.6,Red,US,"Verve continues to rock with their new Syrah. Fire up the barbie with steak or pork chops to eat with this lusty, full-bodied red wine. It's dry and tannic, with rich, complex flavors of blackberries, black currants, pepper and a sweet, salty meaty note, like the char on a broiled steak.",,24,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Verve 2006 Syrah (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-mountain/,Syrah,2006,Verve 14.8,Red,US,"While this isn't in the same league as the winery's stunning Alexander reserve-style bottling of Cabernet, it's an approximation of it and, at about one-third the price, a pretty good value. The wine is rich in blackberry, currant and cedar flavors, and balanced with gorgeous tannins, showing true Napa elegance. Drink now–2012.",Family Estate,42,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2006 Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2006-family-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Volker Eisele Family Estate ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Ripe and juicy, a wine that wears its heart on its sleeve. It is perfumed, with the 2007 freshness and a fine layer of nutmeg coming through the blackberry juice flavor. For medium-term aging.",Vintage,100,92,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quinta do Noval ,Dessert,Austria,"At this stage, this penetratingly acidic wine is still very young and delicate. The fruit sorbet sweetness is as much refreshing, rounded out by honey and a pure structure of quince skin.",Hölzler Eiswein,34,92,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2008 Hölzler Eiswein Welschriesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2008-holzler-eiswein-other-white-welschriesling-niederosterreich/,Welschriesling,2008,Weinrieder 13.5,Red,US,"There's a very good wine in here, but the winery has released it far too early, which shifts the burden of cellaring to the buyer. Right now it's all primary fruit, acidity and oak. But the fruit is beautifully layered in tiers of roasted blackberries, grilled cherries and cola, and the oak is splendid. This dry, silky wine desperately needs to be held until at least late 2010, and should drink well through 2014.",Maritime,54,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2008 Maritime Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2008-maritime-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,W.H. Smith ,Red,US,"A barrel selection from the oldest vines in the vineyard, this remains delicately delicious, with a refined palate of wild berries, sweet cherries and milk chocolate. At this early stage it is difficult to see the differentiation from the excellent regular Resonance bottling; both wines offer a refined set of flavors; this with perhaps more of the chocolaty influence of the barrels.",Resonance Reserve,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2008 Resonance Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-resonance-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sineann 14.7,Red,US,"Masses of dusty spices mark this balanced, delicious Zinfandel. It has the polished balance and rich tannins of a Napa Valley Cabernet, but with Zin's wild berries, cherries, currants, briary, brambly tones and textures, and of course all those savory spices.",Luvisi Vineyard,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2007 Luvisi Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2007-luvisi-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Signorello 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the volume and tannic depth associated with this bottling, a big, ripe wine not showing particularly well in its extreme youth. Tannins star, swamping the cherries and red currants, although the inherent elegance is there. Almost like a Rhône wine now, this puppy needs at least 4–6 years of aging. Just 104 cases were produced.",Las Amigas Vineyard,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Signorello 2007 Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2007-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Signorello ,Red,US,"This is an amazing first effort for Gordon brothers, from five-year-old vines. Earthy and deep, it's loaded with coffee grounds, funk, meat and super-rich black fruits. The color is almost black, and after you pass a little dip in the midpalate, the wine powers into an exceptionally long, smoky, roasted coffee finish.",,65,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2007 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Gordon Brothers 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This is an immense wine in all senses. From the black color through the sheer weight of fruit to the powerful black berries and plums, this is all about concentration and density. With its spice and wood elements, everything is in vivid color. Age for another year.",Esporão Private Selection,55,92,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2005 Esporão Private Selection Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2005-esporao-private-selection-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2005,Herdade do Esporão ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample A new acquisition by Christian Moeuix of Pétrus, nearly 10 acres close to the church in the heart of Pomerol. It is a soft wine, more about ripe, rich Merlot, very generous, the black fruit a burst of liveliness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Providence 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-providence-2006-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Providence ,Red,France,"91—93 Barrel sample. For Palmer, this is an atypical wine. With a much higher percentage than usual of Cabernet Sauvignon, it loses the plump character normally associated with this estate. Instead, there is a wine with noticeable currant fruit flavors, very fresh, layered with wine and with prominent acidity to finish. It is much more about elegance than richness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2006 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2006-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Palmer ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A ripe wine, firmly structured. It has density, firm, dry tannins to go with black currant fruits and considerable acidity. An impressive wine, the tannins offering long aging.",Vintage,56,92,Port,,,Martinez Gassiot 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-gassiot-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Martinez Gassiot 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Quite a success, and a good price for a sparkling wine of this elegance. The Pinot Noir contributes a full-bodied richness, with suggestions of cherries, while Chardonnay provides elegance and citrusy acidity. The mousse is very fine and silky. Should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Brut Reserve,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Reserve Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 13.5,White,Austria,"The Seeberg Vineyard produces a rich style of Riesling, well expressed in this tropical pineapple-flavored wine, with its lime streak, spiced up by ginger. It is intensely fruity, bubbling with ripe flavors. This is enticing Riesling, a pleasure to drink.",Seeberg,60,92,Kamptal,,,Loimer 2007 Seeberg Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2007-seeberg-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2007,Loimer ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A big, friendly, ripe wine, opulent and generous. There is a lovely sweetness here, with a full bodied structure. Big and bold.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Carré 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-carre-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Le Carré 14,Red,Argentina,"A touch of mineral and charcoal-based darkness interacts with black currant and berry aromas, while the palate is rich, smoky and dark, with huge berry flavors touched up by cracked black pepper, chocolate and burnt toast. Solid as a rock and covers all the bases of a good Bordeaux-style blend. Drink from 2010 through 2013.",Synthesis the Blend,44,92,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2007 Synthesis the Blend Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2007-synthesis-blend-red-tupungato/,Red Blend,2007,Finca Sophenia 14,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Barbaresco offers a very sweet nose of candied fruit, Christmas spice and nutmeg. There are earthy, mineral notes at the back that give it character and definition and the wine leaves a smooth and supple impression in the mouth. Drink after 2012.",Vigneto Brich Ronchi,70,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2005 Vigneto Brich Ronchi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2005-vigneto-brich-ronchi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Albino Rocca 12,Sparkling,US,"Almost as pale as a brut, with a touch of salmon color, and deeply flavored, this Chardonnay and Pinot Noir blend has subtle, inviting flavors of cherries, strawberries, orange zest, vanilla and freshly baked brioche. It's very fine in the mousse, with a silky mouthfeel. Really marked by elegance and structure.",Brut Rosé,27,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-anderson-valley-104341/,Sparkling Blend,,Roederer Estate 14.5,Red,Argentina,"As always, Noemía is proof that excellent Malbec can come from Patagonia. Big, bold and smoky on the nose, with blackberry and bacon. The palate is broad and bulky but balanced, while flavors of smoked meats, black fruits, licorice and especially clove stand out. Dark with a persistent clove note on the finish. Best now through 2012.",Noemía,132,92,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2007 Noemía Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2007-noemia-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 15,Red,Portugal,"A selection of parcels from the the Bacalhôa estate, this Cabernet, Merlot and Petit Verdot blend is still showing its youth. Napa Valley meets Portugal, it is certainly impressive, ripe, with dense and dusty tannins, an impressive concentration of rich black fruits and hints of green pepper. The dry edge will go over the next 5–6 years.",Palácio de Bacalhôa,49,92,Terras do Sado,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2005 Palácio de Bacalhôa Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2005-palacio-red-terras-sado/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14,Red,Portugal,"The partner to Aveleda's pure Touriga Nacional Follies, this is a finer wine, with its complexity of flavors coming from the blend. It has red berry and black plum fruit flavors, sweetened by dried prunes and held together by rich, dry tannins.",Follies,14,92,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2005 Follies Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2005-follies-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-bairrada/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Aveleda 15,Red,France,"Full bodied and lushly textured, this is a top example of an affordable Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Raspberry and briary notes mingle easily on the nose, while the palate adds in hints of garrigue, spice and vanilla. Long, velvety and spice-laden on the finish.",Domaine Grand Veneur,49,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2006 Domaine Grand Veneur Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2006-domaine-grand-veneur-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Alain Jaume et Fils ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A perfumed wine, all freshness and sweetness, enticing. The tannins offer the structure, but the fruit wraps around, giving final blackcurrant sorbet flavors.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pavie Macquin ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Strong wood flavors are the opening of this wine. But the bright berry fruit is sufficient to give richness. The final flavors are of fresh, lifted acidity.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Citran 2008 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-citran-2008-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Citran ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This is a wine where all the elements are hanging well together. The fruit is sweet, spicy, but the layer of dark tannins is impressive, dusty and going deep into the wine. The final is firm, but offers a juicy lift. A definite improvement from this property.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A solidly structured wine, showing great swatches of fruit, wrapped around dark tannins. There is a juicy element, some wood, also a sense of aging.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larmande 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larmande-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Larmande ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A wine that hands well together, the spicy wood in balance with the sweet fruit. The acidity is a late extra to this wine, but the tannins give the right promise of aging.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Clotte 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clotte-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Clotte 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Light gold in color, with a yeasty, toasted corn nose. Full-bodied, with a mellow bead, butterscotch, pithy apple and a peppery bite to the palate. Because it's 100% Macabeo it comes across a little monotone and cidery, which may also be due to age and barrel fermentation of the base wine. Drink now.",Reserva Barrica Brut Nature,39,91,Catalonia,Cava,,Agustí Torelló 2002 Reserva Barrica Brut Nature Macabeo (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-2002-reserva-barrica-brut-nature-spanish-white-macabeo-cava/,Macabeo,2002,Agustí Torelló 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This complex red starts with concentrated aromas of anise, black fruit, vanilla and mocha, followed by alluring, round flavors of mocha, blackberry, tobacco and a spin of coffee. The tannins are substantial but smooth. A wine that can age or be enjoyed today.",Estate Reserve (Trilogy),33,91,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2006 Estate Reserve (Trilogy) Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2006-estate-reserve-trilogy-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2006,Warwick ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. With the team of Léoville Las-Cases in charge, this is always one of the high performing Médoc properties. It is tight, dark, taking a while to open. The blackberry flavors are almost stalky, but they are softened by smoky wood.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2008 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2008-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Potensac ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Big, ripe and jammy, this is a ripe, soft wine, showing warm black plum and fig flavors. It gives richness, a layer of spice, supported by ripe tannins.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Camensac 2008 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-camensac-2008-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Camensac ,Red,US,"Co-fermented with Marsanne, this shows more forward fruit than Reynvaan's In The Rocks Syrah. It's dominated by fruit, spice and pepper, along with a hint of granite. The herbal side of the grape is here a bit constrained, and the wine has the structure—especially the minerality—to age for a considerable time. For young fruit (first leaf) it's a triumph, and promises great things to come.",The Contender,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reynvaan Family Vineyards 2007 The Contender Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynvaan-family-2007-contender-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Reynvaan Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"There's a lot going on in this bargain-priced beauty: black olive, earth, leather and coffee mingle on the nose, while the flavors add fruitier notes of black cherry and savory notes of dried spices. It's softly tannic, and long on the finish. Drink now-2015.",Prestige,15,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Valcombe 2005 Prestige Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-valcombe-2005-prestige-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Valcombe 14.8,Red,US,"Nicely dry, with a firm, rich tannin structure, and flavors of blackberries, black currants and smoky oak. There's an herbal edge of sage and sweet tobacco that grounds the wine and adds interest. A fine Cabernet that displays the new sophisticated style in Paso Robles.",Diamond Jem Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peloton 2006 Diamond Jem Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peloton-2006-diamond-jem-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Peloton 14.6,Red,US,"Rich and lusty, a wonderful interpretation of California Zinfandel. Shows the ripe, wild character of the variety, with flavors of black, red and blue berries you find growing in the fields and hollows on a hot summer day. Finishes spicy and dry.",Magnificent 7,32,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Domenichelli 2006 Magnificent 7 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenichelli-2006-magnificent-7-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2006,Domenichelli 14.5,Red,Portugal,"You can taste the dry, wild upper Douro in this powerful wine. It has exotic chocolate, black fig and nutmeg flavors, along with a rich, dark texture and plenty of accompanying tannins. The acidity cuts through, but this is about dense power.",Fronteira,10,90,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2006 Fronteira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2006-fronteira-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Companhia das Quintas 8,White,Germany,,Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,23,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Graff 2007 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graff-2007-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Graff 14.2,Red,US,"A rich, satisfying Cabernet, packed with blackberry, cherry and mocha flavors, with a touch of herbs and mint. Not quite as dense or concentrated as the winery's mountain-appellated Cabs, but quite a good one.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Atlas Peak 14,Red,Spain,"Very nice from nose to bottom. Aromas of berry fruit, flowers and subtle vanilla are appealing, as is the ripe, serious palate of berry pie, blackberry essence and licorice. Roasted and easy on the finish, and sultry throughout. A pleasure to drink.",Roble,18,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad Dom Bueno 2006 Roble Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-dom-bueno-2006-roble-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Abad Dom Bueno ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A mineral, austere style of wine, which offers dense tannins in a firm, dry style. It is a big wine, but the edge is taut, tight, on a coil.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-despagne-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Spicy, initially this wine seems to have too much wood. But in the end, the dense fruit tannins come through to dominate, giving a bright final character.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fombrauge ,Dessert,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A big, rounded character, this is relatively soft, toasty almost, the fruit open, generous but unfocussed. It offers richness with a final tang of dryness.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Coutet 2008 Barrel Sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2008-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Coutet 13.9,White,US,"Dramatically rich and layered in pineapples, pears, rum punch, vanilla, honeysuckle and peppery spice flavors, yet balanced with crisp acidity and a firm minerality. With its dry finish, it's a fine example of this rare French grape variety.",,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2007 Roussanne (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2007-roussanne-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Roussanne,2007,Bonterra 13.8,White,US,"Lots of oak on this crisply acidic wine, which is dominated by vanilla, buttered toast and caramel. Underneath all that is a crisp, fruity wine featuring pineapples, peaches, pears and green apples. May come together by mid-2010.",Alder Springs,38,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Roessler 2007 Alder Springs Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2007-alder-springs-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2007,Roessler 13,White,Portugal,"Made from Alvarinho grapes in the cool region north of Lisbon, this wine brings out surprising tropical characters in the grape. There is light acidity, but the texture is creamy, with suggestions of wood to go with the delicious lime and mango flavors.",Quinta dos Loridos,21,90,Estremadura,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 Quinta dos Loridos Alvarinho (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-quinta-loridos-albarino-alvarinho-estremadura/,Alvarinho,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14,Red,Portugal,"An ink-black wine, dark, solid and perfumed. It's a wine with weight, the power coming from the dense tannins as well as the blockbuster black fruits. There's a great fresh swathe of acidity that lifts the weight effortlessly.",Só Touriga Nacional,30,90,Terras do Sado,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2006 Só Touriga Nacional Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2006-so-touriga-nacional-red-terras-sado/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2006,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"More red than pink, with elegance and an interesting, quasi-unique character stemming from its use of the Trepat grape. Lively in terms of bead but smooth and not the least bit harsh; food-friendly, with cherry and red plum flavors. Will go well with smoked fish.",Rosat Trepat Brut Reserva,27,90,Catalonia,Cava,,Agustí Torelló 2006 Rosat Trepat Brut Reserva Trepat (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-2006-rosat-trepat-brut-reserva-spanish-red-trepat-cava/,Trepat,2006,Agustí Torelló ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Fresh and juicy, this wine exudes blackcurrant juice flavors, the wood a background hint. It is has an attractive light touch, with fine final berry tastes.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Maucaillou 2008 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maucaillou-2008-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Maucaillou ,White,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Rich and powerful, this has big, full flavors. It has an oily texture, suggesting high alcohol, the wood element balanced. The aftertaste has a spicy element.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Rounded berry fruits give this attractive wine an attractive lift of ripeness. The acidity is light, along with the spice and nutmeg wood flavors.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Brane-Cantenac ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Austere, with a dry core that offers dense tannins, and a very dry mineral character.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Latour à Pomerol ,Dessert,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Finely structured, showing a peach skin texture which lifts the rich botrytis character. The wine is dominated by that botrytis, a firm, fine character.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe Despujols 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-despujols-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Lamothe Despujols 14.8,Red,US,"Quite a fine Syrah. It's ripe and almost sweet in jammy blackberries, cherries, chocolate, smoky oak and peppery spices, but is given depth and drama by the fine structure of tannins. Feels plush in the mouth. Could develop through 2012.",Artistico,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buoncristiani 2006 Artistico Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buoncristiani-2006-artistico-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,Buoncristiani 14.1,White,US,"Represents a welcome, new style of California Sauvignon Blanc. It's dry, minerally and crisp, but with lush flavors of pineapples, limes, green melons and vanilla bean. Bracing and easy to drink, with an elegant, sophisticated mouthfeel.",,23,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ziata 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ziata-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Ziata ,White,US,"A fine effort; the Dijon clone fruit takes well to barrel fermentation, and brings a spicy lift to the core flavors of pear, honeydew melon and jicama. A nice balance of fruit and acid, with a touch of toast and vanilla adding a grace note to the finish.",Dijon Clone,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2007 Dijon Clone Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2007-dijon-clone-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Willamette Valley Vineyards ,Red,US,"A young wine, this is still resolving itself in the bottle, with astringent tannins, a hint of sweet cracker and rich, raspberry fruit flavors drenched in wet stone. Good concentration and persistence, with threads of moist earth, cola and tanned leather.",The Pixie,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2007 The Pixie Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2007-pixie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Gorman 13,Red,Italy,"For sun-drenched Bolgheri this wine demonstrates excellent elegance and finesse with aromas of red cherry, exotic spice, nutmeg and milk chocolate. It has a vibrant and vertical delivery thanks to the wine's natural acidity and its wild berry flavors. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese.",,40,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Grattamacco 2007 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2007-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Grattamacco 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a heavily oak-driven 80-20 blend of Merlot and Refosco (in a very heavy glass bottle) with aromas of spice, cured meat, tobacco and mature black fruit. Pair with beef stew or seasoned grilled lamb to best enjoy the wine's natural density and freshness.",Castelcosa Sole Terra Vite,44,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Furlan 2004 Castelcosa Sole Terra Vite Red (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furlan-2004-castelcosa-sole-terra-vite-red-venezia-giulia/,Red Blend,2004,Furlan 14,White,Portugal,"The lively perfume of Verdelho shines through this crisp, fresh wine. There's a great texture of pear skins, followed with spice over the green fruit, finished with wafts of citrus and lime.",,16,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2008 Verdelho (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2008-spanish-white-verdelho-alentejano/,Verdelho,2008,Herdade do Esporão 14,Red,Portugal,"The four grapes in the blend are Touriga Nacional, Syrah, Trincadeira and Aragonês, used in equal proportions. The blend makes for an impressively harmonious wine, only hinting at the wood aging, but instead reveling in the lively acidity and black plum and dried fig flavors.",Quatro Castas Reserva,18,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2007 Quatro Castas Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2007-quatro-castas-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade do Esporão 15,Red,South Africa,"Savory and rich aromas of balsamic, crushed herbs, cherries and plums are followed by spice, violets and plum flavors. Round and hearty with medium tannins, the wine has a friendly but elegant character.",The Stork,82,90,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2004 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2004-stork-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2004,Hartenberg 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is Mumm Napa's workhorse brut. It's a beautiful sparkling wine that satisfies the basics of elegance and lusciousness. Shows raspberry, lime, brioche and smoky flavors, with a slightly sweet dosage and a refined mousse.",Brut Prestige,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Prestige Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-napa-valley-104669/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 14.8,Red,US,"Immature and direct in cherry, raspberry, orange zest and cola flavors, with additional notes of anise and sandalwood, followed by a very spicy finish. Shows great structure, elegance and depth. Should be better after 2–4 years in the bottle.",Idyll Times Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Pessagno 2007 Idyll Times Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2007-idyll-times-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pessagno 14.1,Red,US,"A lovely Zinfandel, mainly for its beautiful texture. Shows classic flavors of peppery spices, wild berries, currants, tobacco, bacon and tobacco, but it's those fine tannins, lively acids and deft touch of oak that make it so balanced. Now–2013.",Eight Cousins Vineyard,26,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2007 Eight Cousins Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-eight-cousins-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Pellegrini 14.7,White,US,"Rich and oaky, with a golden color suggesting the oak that has been lavished on the pineapple, green apple and pear fruit flavors of the grapes. Barrels have provided richer layers of buttered toast and caramel. This is an exotic, dramatic Chardonnay, although it perhaps trades subtlety for opulence.",,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mi Sueño 2007 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Mi Sueño 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, rich and mellow, and drinking well now. Shows soft tannins and smoky oak framing blackberry, cherry, cocoa, herb and spice flavors. Nearly 30,000 cases were produced.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount Veeder 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Mount Veeder 8,White,Germany,,Ürzig Würzgarten Spätlese,30,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Mönchhof 2007 Ürzig Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchhof-2007-urzig-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Mönchhof 14.5,Red,US,"A robust, friendly Zinfandel, filled with the spices and briary fruits of this variety. Floods the mouth with blackberries, cherries, raspberries and something gamier, like mulberries, with intricacies of leather, tobacco, sandalwood and pepper. Delicious.",Hugo,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Oriel 2006 Hugo Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2006-hugo-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Oriel ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An enticing wine, with the classic violet aromas of Touriga Nacional, following through to a wine full of sweetness surrounding dusty tannins. There is a chewy core of minerality and firmness. It is fine, balanced, with good potential.",Quinta de Santa Barbara,,90,Port,,,Poças 2007 Quinta de Santa Barbara (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2007-quinta-santa-barbara-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Poças 14.5,Red,Spain,"Approachable right away, with jammy dark berry fruit aromas followed by a thick, stout palate of black plum and creamy blackberry flavors. Like any good Toro wine, this is broad, tannic and powerful, with black licorice and bitter chocolate on the finish. Good now through 2011.",Reserva,20,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Muruve 2005 Reserva (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muruve-2005-reserva-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Muruve 13,Red,US,"Petite Sirah is to California what Malbec is to Argentina. It's the state's big, flamboyantly full-bodied red, the go-to wine for beef. And this is a lovely Petite Sirah. It's dry and tannic, with rich flavors of blackberries, black currants and unsweetened chocolate, and earthy notes of sautéed mushrooms, soy sauce and leather. Now–2014.",Nina's Cuvee,25,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2006 Nina's Cuvee Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2006-ninas-cuvee-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Concannon ,White,US,"Though the residual sugar hits 5%, this has so much creamy texture and fresh acidity that it does not seem too sweet; it could in fact be drunk with certain main dishes, such as pad thai or white meat with a fruit sauce. Spritzy and lush.",Sext,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2008 Sext Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-sext-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Chehalem ,White,US,"INOX is Chehalem's unoaked Chardonnay, and Chardonnay doesn't get any more transparently fresh. Flavors of flower water, mineral, kiwi, lime, fennel and bracing minerality deliver pure pleasure. A great food wine.",INOX,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2008 INOX Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2008-inox-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Chehalem ,Red,US,"Sharp and spicy, the Ethos Syrah adds layers and expands into fullness as it breathes over several hours. At first tannic and slightly green, it becomes more and more appealing, the peppery fruit filling out with wild berries and tart acids.",Ethos,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2006 Ethos Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2006-ethos-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,France,"Intense but also fairly astringent, it's tough to say where this wine is headed. The aromas are dark and brooding, while the flavors feature crisp blackberries, cola and cedar. The acids and tannins give this a firm backbone, the question is whether the fruit will stand up to it in the long run. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",Alexis Establet,49,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Grand Tinel 2006 Alexis Establet Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-tinel-2006-alexis-establet-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine du Grand Tinel 14.1,Red,US,"Drinks a bit jammy-simple and direct now, with ripe, spicy flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, cola, pepper and lots of sweetly smoky oak. The acidity is crisp and clean, suggesting some time in the cellar. Should mesh together and blossom by mid-2010.",,45,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dragonette 2007 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Dragonette ,Red,US,"Very ripe, with pie-filling flavors of cherries. Oak adds layers of spices, smoke and vanilla. It's a nice, silky wine, but with a cut of acidity that makes it sharp. Should mellow with a few years in the bottle.",Ingrid's Vineyard,80,90,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Bernardus 2007 Ingrid's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2007-ingrids-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bernardus 14.5,Red,France,"Yes, the new oak characteristic of T-L wines is here, but there's also plenty of black cherries and even a hint of garrigue lurking underneath. It's a full-bodied Côtes-du-Rhône, with a chewiness to the fruit and a long, cedar-vanilla finish.",Guy Louis,28,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Tardieu-Laurent 2006 Guy Louis Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2006-guy-louis-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Tardieu-Laurent ,Red,US,"Schindler Pinot captures a heady mix of scents: carpaccio, pepper, wet stone, herb and leaf. The fruit is light but persistent, suggesting wild berries, sweet tomatoes and a dusting of brown sugar. An interesting, elegant wine.",Schindler Vineyard,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2008 Schindler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-schindler-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sineann 14.1,Red,US,"Softly gentle and fruity, this is an elegant Pinot Noir to drink now and over the next few years. It has a silky texture framing black and red cherry, red currant, cola, bacon, sandalwood and Asian spice flavors.",Giusti Vineyards,49,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Signaterra Benziger 2007 Giusti Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-benziger-2007-giusti-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Signaterra Benziger 14.1,Red,US,"A pretty Pinot Noir, showing fresh fruit flavors of cherries and raspberries, enhanced with smoky oak, and wrapped into a silky texture. The terroir shows in the balancing acidity and elegant mouthfeel. Drink this charming wine over the next few years.",Bella Luna Vineyard,49,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Signaterra Benziger 2007 Bella Luna Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-benziger-2007-bella-luna-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Signaterra Benziger 19,Dessert,US,"Years ago Rotta released a very fine wine from this rare variety they labeled Sherry, and this wine does have a sweet Amontillado, almost Oloroso taste. It's deeply colored in copper and gold, with overtly sweet, honeyed flavors of pineapple brûlée and vanilla fudge. The alcohol weighs in at 19%.",,25,90,California,California Other,California,Rotta NV Black Monukka (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotta-nv-other-red-black-monukka-other/,Black Monukka,,Rotta 15.6,Red,US,"A lovely Bordeaux blend that shows how much these Paso Robles reds are really succeeding. Yes, the alcohol is high, but it's a lush, ripe wine, filled with delicious blackberries, currants, chocolate and sandalwood.",Kamal,39,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2006 Kamal Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2006-kamal-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Sextant 14.7,Red,US,"This mountain-grown wine is a Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend. It's bone dry and hard in tannins and not showing well now. There's a big heart of blackberries and currants that should emerge sometime after 2011, after which it could become sweet and mellow.",Dedication,85,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Schweiger 2005 Dedication Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schweiger-2005-dedication-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Schweiger 12.9,Sparkling,US,"Made from 100% Chardonnay grapes, this bubbly is dry, elegant and will take some bottle age. It has rich and complex, but subtle, flavors of grilled peaches, pears, brioche, vanilla and smoke, with a spicy finish. Give it a few years for the edges to smooth out.",Blanc de Blancs,36,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2006 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2006-blanc-blancs-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Schramsberg 12.5,White,Australia,"Captivating, with zesty lemon and wet stones on the nose, followed by a complex medley of citrus, passionfruit and carnations on the palate. The wine finishes well, with punchy notes of lime marmalade and dry chalk. Try with smoked trout. Drink now for its vibrant fruit or lay down for a few years for more honeyed depth.",Hand Picked,15,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Knappstein 2008 Hand Picked Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knappstein-2008-hand-picked-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2008,Knappstein 11.5,Sparkling,France,"One of a limited collection called Les Grands Terroirs, very lightly touched by salmon pink color, this is a distinguished Crémant de Bourgogne. It is well balanced, flavored with fresh strawberry and pink grapefruit, freshened with red apples and a delicate final touch of vanilla.",Grands Rayes-Blanc Blanc de Noirs Brut Rosé,64,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot 2003 Grands Rayes-Blanc Blanc de Noirs Brut Rosé (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-2003-grands-rayes-blanc-blanc-noirs-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Louis Bouillot ,White,US,"A fine effort from Lemelson, this fruit-loaded Riesling has plenty of citrus, along with kiwi, peach and apricot. The acids are juicy and natural tasting, setting up a ripe, round, lingering finish.",Dry,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2008 Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2008-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2008,Lemelson ,Red,US,"Though lighter than the excellent 2006 Meyer Vineyard Pinot Noir, this compensates with a graceful blend of sweet/tart cherry fruit, licorice, herb and moist earth. The alcohol is a full percentage point lower than the previous vintage, and somehow the wine seems more Burgundian as a result, yet with plenty of pretty, juicy fruit. Nicely done.",Meyer Vineyard,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2007 Meyer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2007-meyer-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lemelson ,White,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A great, fresh fruity wine, packed with grapefruit and lime, topped by yellow fruits, the finish with a waft of acidity. A well-structured, but eminently fruity wine.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Le Nardian 2008 Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-nardian-2008-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Le Nardian 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a toasted-nutty note at the forefront of wild berries, blue flowers and almond skin. This wine also has a vertical lift or natural buoyancy that adds to a general sense of intensity and purity. It's delicate and balanced with pretty notes of blue flower on the close.",,66,90,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Le Due Terre 2006 Pinot Nero (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-due-terre-2006-pinot-noir-nero-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Nero,2006,Le Due Terre ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry, firm, structured, its juiciness as much acidity as fruit. The wine is dense, still fresh, but definitely for the long haul.",Vintage,60,90,Port,,,Kopke 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Kopke 10,Dessert,Canada,"Some bottle age adds to the complexity of this fine example of Canadian icewine. The nose is multilayered, with prominent notes of caramel and orange rind. The stone fruit flavors on the palate are fresher, belying the gold color. Long, lingering finish.",Icewine,75,90,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Konzelmann 2004 Icewine Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konzelmann-2004-icewine-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,2004,Konzelmann 14.2,Red,US,"This is a good wine, dry and balanced, with a rich tannic structure. It's also very strongly flavored. The fruit detonates in the mouth, offering a flood of blackberries, black cherries, black raspberries and currants, with complex notes of unsweetened baker's chocolate and peppery Provençal herbs and lavender. May calm down with a few years in the bottle.",Don Miguel Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 Don Miguel Vineyard Syrah-Tempranillo (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-don-miguel-vineyard-red-blend-syrah-tempranillo-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah-Tempranillo,2007,Marimar Estate 15,Red,France,"Leathery upfront, but in a friendly way, with touches of cherry fruit and briary notes alongside. It's nicely complex, with a silky, almost Burgundian texture, yet you can feel the region's sunshine in the warmth of this wine's finish.",Croix de Bois,90,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,M. Chapoutier 2006 Croix de Bois Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2006-croix-bois-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,M. Chapoutier ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An immensely tannic wine, dark and solid. The fruit at this stage is less apparent, with the spirit and structure dominant. A wine to watch as it develops, and probably for aging.",Vintage,75,90,Port,,,Sandeman 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Sandeman ,Red,US,"There is a meaty undercurrent to this reserve Pinot Noir from a neighboring (non-estate) vineyard; a sense of blood and fat just below the tart, spicy red fruits. All of the 2007 Pinots from Vista Hills have the restraint and elegance to reveal some added dimensions. This runs the gamut from watermelon to raspberry to black cherry, with excellent concentration and depth.",Saga Hills Reserve,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Vista Hills 2007 Saga Hills Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2007-saga-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Vista Hills 14,White,Austria,"On a Steininger label, Grand Grü means wood aged—in this case large acacia wood barrels. This is a beautifully ripe wine, full-bodied, packed with apricot, pear and richness. There is light sweetness from the richness of the fruit, finishing with vivid spice and lime.",Grand Grü,30,90,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2008 Grand Grü Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2008-grand-gru-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Steininger 12,White,Austria,"Medium sweet in style, but as fresh as possible in character, this is a delicious, perfumed wine, with white fruits, hedgerow-fresh berries and a pure line of acidity. Worth aging for a couple of years.",Am Berg,,90,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2008 Am Berg Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2008-am-berg-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2008,R&A Pfaffl 15.1,Red,US,"Dry and full-bodied, with robust flavors of wild red, blue and black berries, currants, cola, dark chocolate and oodles of peppery spices. Feels brisk and tannic in the mouth, with a balanced, classy finish. A beautiful Dry Creek Zin for drinking now.",Wine Creek Ranch,34,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2007 Wine Creek Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2007-wine-creek-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Quivira 13.9,Red,US,"Brisk acidity and dryness mark this fine, balanced Pinot Noir, but it's rich enough to enjoy now with a nice steak. It shows succulent flavors of red and black cherries, pepper, cinnamon, vanilla and sandalwood. Should develop over the next 4–6 years.",Organic,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Lutea 2007 Organic Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lutea-2007-organic-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lutea 17,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Dark brown in color, with sweet aromas of candied fruit, brown sugar and mocha. The palate is lively and warm, with zesty yet baked flavors of toffee, caramel and apricot. A little fiery and driving on the finish, with a lasting spice note. Excellent for an aged, dark-style Moscatel.",Emilín Moscatel,30,90,Andalucia,Jerez,,Lustau NV Emilín Moscatel Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lustau-nv-emilin-moscatel-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Lustau 15.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, rich and soft and profoundly structured, showing near-perfect tannins. They melt in your mouth, yet retain firmness, and carry flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar. Lacks the concentration of previous vintages, but is a lovely wine for now and over the next six years.",Reserve,135,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Robert Mondavi 13,White,Austria,"Roter Veltliner is a late-ripening variety found mainly in the southern portion of Niederösterreich, near the Danube Valley. Here, it has produced a green-yellow colored wine, smooth and creamy. Flavors are of spice and a fruit salad of green plum, yellow cherry and lychee.",Lage Kreimelberg,28,90,Niederösterreich,,,Setzer 2008 Lage Kreimelberg Roter Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/setzer-2008-lage-kreimelberg-other-white-roter-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Roter Veltliner,2008,Setzer 14.9,Red,US,"Exorbitantly fruity, almost undrinkable because it's so strong in blackberries, cherries, currants and cocoa. The fruit strength seems to accentuate the smoky oak. But it's balanced in terms of acidity, tannins and dryness. Desperately needs a few years. Better after 2012.",Dead Fred Vineyard,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Selene 2006 Dead Fred Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2006-dead-fred-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Selene 15.5,Red,US,"Robust, lively and likeable, a very good Zinfandel with great structure. Dry and spicy, it has the lush mouthfeel of a fine Cabernet or Merlot, yet with Zin's wild berry, spice and tobacco richness. Drink now.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Simi 2007 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Simi 14.2,Red,US,"A delicious, lip-smackingly good Syrah, dry and rich in fruits and spices, yet with enough complexity to stand against upscale fare. Shows soft tannins that frame flavors of blackberries, currants, bacon, cocoa, pepperspice and sandalwood, with a long, spicy finish. Best opened in its youth.",,42,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2007 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Signorello ,White,US,"A nicely textured, lightly spicy wine with round, fleshy, apple and pear fruit. Hints of orange blossom lead into a streak of orange candy, then a strong finish with mineral accents.",Tikka's Run,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2008 Tikka's Run Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2008-tikkas-run-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Lemelson ,Red,US,"Cuvée X comes from some of the steepest blocks of the Meyer vineyard. Intensely fragrant, earthy and sharp, this fascinating Pinot Noir orchestrates wild, brambly fruit, cola, cocoa, toasted hazelnuts and clean, moist earth. It's generous and forward, but substantial.",Cuvée X,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2007 Cuvée X Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2007-cuvee-x-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lemelson 14.1,Red,Chile,"A perennial Best Buy Cab. The nose is smoky and rock-solid, with clean berry fruit and muscle. The palate is lively and secure, with balance, firm tannins, proper acidity and a tasty mix of cocoa, herbs and berry fruit. Finishes on the spot. Top flight in the under-$15 category.",Casa,14,90,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2007 Casa Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2007-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lapostolle 14.6,Red,US,"This is a kind of junior Cab to the winery's regular Diamond Mountain bottling, whose 2006 was spectacular. The Little Sister is similarly rich and oaky, with broad flavors of blackberries and currants. It's very tannic, and should improve over the next 2-4 years.",Little Sister,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Wallis Family Estate 2006 Little Sister Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallis-family-estate-2006-little-sister-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Wallis Family Estate 14.6,Red,US,"Very ripe, rich and decadent, with flavors of blackberries, cherries, chocolate, anise, smoked butter, black pepper and sweet oak. Delicious right out of the bottle and for the next six years.",,85,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Valley Legend 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-legend-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Valley Legend 15.5,Red,US,"A soft, silky and utterly delicious Syrah that's great for drinking now and for the next several years. Shows sweetly ripe flavors of grilled black cherries, raspberries, pepper and smoky sandalwood, with spicy cola and bacon notes.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2007 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Koehler 15.8,Red,US,"Shows real pedigree in the quality of tannins, fine coastal acidity and long, rich flavors. It's a cool-climate Syrah brimming with complex blackberry, black pepper, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Feels elegant in the mouth, a fine accompaniment to a great grilled steak or chop.",Laetitia Vineyard,26,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Peloton 2007 Laetitia Vineyard Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peloton-2007-laetitia-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2007,Peloton 14.3,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend, it's quite shut down in tannins now, and not showing its best despite impressively ripe, rich blackberries, black cherries, currants and touches of chocolate, dried herbs and tobacco. Needs time. Give it through 2010, and it could blossom impressively beyond that.",Milestone,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pellegrini 2006 Milestone Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2006-milestone-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Pellegrini 14.1,Red,US,"Great job in a soft, fruity, dry Merlot from this veteran producer. Shows an elegance in the finely ground tannins and deft integration of oak. With complex flavors of herbs, blackberries, violets, spices and wood char, it's just lovely now.",Cloverdale Ranch,24,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pellegrini 2006 Cloverdale Ranch Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2006-cloverdale-ranch-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2006,Pellegrini ,Red,France,"Montirius's Garrigues is lighter and fresher than its Le Clos bottling, but still very attractive, combining raspberries and garrigue in a supple, ready-to-drink format. Drink now–2012.",Garrigues,20,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Montirius 2006 Garrigues Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2006-garrigues-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Montirius ,Red,France,"Dark in color and profile, with scents of cola and plum leading the way, then a touch of mushroominess from the 20% of Mourvèdre in the blend. Chewy, then turns a bit drying on the finish; still, there's plenty of concentration. Drink 2012–2020.",Terre des Aînés,,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Montirius 2005 Terre des Aînés (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2005-terre-aines-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Montirius 14,Red,Argentina,"Big, chunky and dark on the bouquet, but not overly fruity and definitely not sweet and raisiny smelling. The palate on this four-grape, Malbec-led blend is robust and forward in acidity, thus the fruit flavors run fast and fresh, with a toasty, lively finish. Juicy, tight and doesn't wobble. Structured.",Quimera,48,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2007 Quimera Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2007-quimera-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Achaval-Ferrer ,White,Austria,"In a creamy style, with green plum and pear flavors spiced with green pepper sauce, the wine rolls richly around the mouth. The finish is freshened deliciously by acidity. Screwcap.",Grande Reserve,48,90,Wagram-Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2008 Grande Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2008-grande-reserve-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Anton Bauer ,Red,US,"This is a project of the same group that does A to Z wines; a careful blend of Pinot Noir from vineyards scattered widely across the length of the Willamette Valley. Dense, mixed red fruits, leaving an impression of spicy plum, work into a full-bodied midpalate with gentle hints of leather and fungus. Complex and interesting.",The Hermit,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Francis Tannahill 2006 The Hermit Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-tannahill-2006-hermit-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Francis Tannahill 13.9,White,US,"Always one of California's best Chenin Blancs, Foxen's '08 shows its usual dryness and tart, mouthwatering acidity, with flavors of citrus fruits, spices and sweet Chinese green beans. It's a sophisticated wine that takes some getting used to.",Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2008 Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Chenin Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2008-ernesto-wickenden-vineyard-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Foxen 15,Red,South Africa,"The Proprietor's Blend starts with an intriguing nose of sweet cedar, black currant and violet, followed by classic flavors of black fruit, leather and spice. Good tannins and minerality keep it elegant but ageable. An impressive balance of New and Old World styles.",Proprietor's Blend,37,90,Stellenbosch,,,Engelbrecht Els Vineyards 2006 Proprietor's Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/engelbrecht-els-2006-proprietors-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2006,Engelbrecht Els Vineyards ,Red,Portugal,"Much of the elegance and perfume of Touriga Nacional is here. But in the Alentejo's heat, the wine has become powered, a blockbuster of dry tannins and an excess of juicy fruit. Forget connections with the grape in Douro or Dão, and just enjoy the ride.",,29,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2007 Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2007-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Herdade do Esporão ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Tight tannins, a firm, solid Saint-Estèphe. There are black plum skins, dense fruit, and dark tannins which run right across the wine.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Le Boscq 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-boscq-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Le Boscq ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. This is ripe, smoothly textured, with bright fruits, the tannins structured, but letting the fruit speak.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château L'Arrosée 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrosee-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château L'Arrosée ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A heavily wood dominated wine, the high toast character showing both in the aromas and to taste. It has weight, so maybe the fruit will come through - but not yet.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Chateau Dauzac ,Dessert,France,"89—91 Barrel sample. Layers of richness here, underpinned by fresh acidity. The dense botrytis is very dominant, leaving the green pear and peach flavors as second rans.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Arche 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darche-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château d'Arche 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"“Pass the Cookies! In my next life, I'll be thin,” is the full name of this delicate dessert wine from Northeast Italy. The wine offers elegant aromas of pressed flowers, orange blossoms and candied fruit. It's sweet, chewy and fresh in the mouth and as the catchy name suggests, it would make an easy and affordable match to cookies and dried biscuits.",Pass the Cookies!,19,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Di Lenardo 2008 Pass the Cookies! Verduzzo (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenardo-2008-pass-cookies-italian-white-verduzzo-venezia-giulia/,Verduzzo,2008,Di Lenardo ,White,France,"Lirac isn't especially known for its white wines, but this blend of 50% Grenache Blanc, 30% Roussanne and 20% Viognier stands out for its fragrant, floral aromas and fresh flavors of pineapple and pear. Drink now.",Roc Epine,16,90,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Lafond 2007 Roc Epine White (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2007-roc-epine-white-lirac/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,Domaine Lafond 14,Red,France,"This is aged in oak, but from the taste, you'd guess we're talking used barrels, as the oak influence is limited to the lush mouthfeel. Leather, clove and spice elements add complexity and a sense of soul to the cherry fruit, which persists a good long time on the finish.",Cuvée Vieilles Vignes,27,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine du Grand Montmirail 2005 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-montmirail-2005-cuvee-vieilles-vignes-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine du Grand Montmirail ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. The fruit here is restrained, almost austere, while the tannins are dark and dry. Only finally does some juiciness appear. A wine that will need aging.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Grave à Pomerol 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grave-a-pomerol-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Grave à Pomerol ,Red,France,"89—91 Barrel sample. This is ripe, the tannins a whisper behind the spice and fresh, juicy fruits. Great ripe, fruity Merlot.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Grave à Pomerol 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grave-a-pomerol-2006-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château La Grave à Pomerol ,Red,France,"89—91 Barrel sample. A finely constructed wine, giving ripe blackberry fruits, always with a layer of dry tannins, but full and with some richness. Acidity gives freshness.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2006-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château de France 8,White,Germany,,Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese,,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2007 Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2007-berncasteler-doctor-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 10,White,Germany,,Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese,64,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2007 Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2007-berncasteler-doctor-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Formerly belonging to the Moueix family, this wine is now firmly in the hands of Cheval Blanc. It is a densely structured wine, the fruit rich, smooth opulent in character. There is a great fresh juiciness to finish.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Tour du Pin 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-du-pin-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tour du Pin ,White,US,"The 2008 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc does not shy away from the grape's natural grassy pungency. Rather, it embraces it, supporting the herbaceous aromas with ripe tree fruit flavors and some sweet spiciness from the portion (about one fifth) that was barrel fermented. A very nice combination of barrel and stainless styles.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Dessert,France,"89—91 Barrel sample. A delicious ripe wine, balanced with some fresh, crisp fruit. There are excellent fruit flavors and some lively acidity. The whole is packaged in a covering of light botrytis.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2006 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2006-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Sigalas Rabaud 14.4,Red,US,"A very big, ripe, tannic and dry wine, brimming with fruit, which is to say, a classic California Petite Sirah. Right now it's all elbows and knees, featuring sweet, jammy primary fruit flavors, smoky oak and spices. It needs time to come together. Give it until mid-2011 and beyond.",Captain Joe's,30,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2006 Captain Joe's Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2006-captain-joes-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Concannon 13.5,White,Portugal,"Smooth, impressive, oak-flavored wine, the vanilla flavors blending with a smoky edge. The fruit is fresh but rich, giving support to the toasty character of the wine. It probably needs a few months to balance out properly.",Morgado de Santa Catherina Reserva,20,90,Bucelas,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Morgado de Santa Catherina Reserva Arinto (Bucelas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-morgado-santa-catherina-reserva-portuguese-white-arinto-bucelas/,Arinto,2007,Companhia das Quintas ,White,US,"A beautiful wine that shows Riesling's classic aroma of petrol. Dry and crisp in acidity, it has a sleek mouthfeel, offering flavors of wildflowers, apples, peaches, honey and minerals. How can a wine taste like honey and be dry? That's the magic of Riesling.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Davis Family 2007 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2007-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2007,Davis Family 14.1,Red,US,"Tasted in late summer of 2009, this Cab tasted fresh out of the barrel, with jammy cherry, black raspberry, blackberry and plum flavors, generously accented with smoky oak. Delicious now, but with the inherent balance to age for six years or so.",,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Davis Family 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Davis Family 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a bold and brawny oak-aged blend of Barbera (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) and Nebbiolo (10%) that delivers both elegance and power. The Cabernet element adds structure and a deeply attractive color and the two Italian grapes add grace and perfumed aromas.",Monterovere,24,90,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Cantine Sant'Agata 2006 Monterovere Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-santagata-2006-monterovere-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2006,Cantine Sant'Agata ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"On the dry side, firm and taut, with black currant tannins and a dense structure. This is a powerful, intense wine, cut through with acidity, finishing dry.",Vintage,49,90,Port,,,Barros 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Barros ,Red,US,"Two Syrahs are made at Barrister; this Columbia Valley bottling is chewy, chunky and tannic, with big rich red fruit flavors to match. It's muscular, a bit raw, yet drinking nicely if you don't mind a finish with some stem and bark flavors resonating through it.",Bacchus Vineyard,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2006 Bacchus Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2006-bacchus-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Barrister ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A spectacular improvement on the 2003 vintage, this is a solid wine, all the elements in place. There is a tannic base on which all the dense black fruit and sweet acidity is piled, finishing with opulent ripeness.",Vintage,,90,Port,,,Borges 2007 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2007-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Borges 14.5,Red,South Africa,"An eternal crowd pleaser, the Chocolate Block starts with alluring aromas of violet, anise, black currant and mocha, leading into bold layers of smoke, cherry, chocolate and spice. Elegant but with backbone, this wine will age nicely.",The Chocolate Block,39,90,Western Cape,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2007 The Chocolate Block Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2007-the-chocolate-block-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2007,Boekenhoutskloof 14,Red,Spain,"Serious in size, power and oak, but it doesn't take long to determine that Rodero's '04 reserva is a more complete and pleasing wine. That said, this Ribera with 15% Cabernet and 10% Merlot is still a success; it is mostly coffee and chocolate on the nose, and then saturated berry, savory flavors and lemony oak on the palate. Big and bawdy red wine; needs another few years to settle.",Viñas de Valtarreña,,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Carmelo Rodero 2004 Viñas de Valtarreña (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-rodero-2004-vinas-valtarrena-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Carmelo Rodero ,White,US,"The reserve Chardonnay is a full-bodied, oaky wine, with flavors that carry extra intensity and a sense of muscularity. A sturdy, substantial effort.",Reserve,33,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2007-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,The Eyrie Vineyards ,Red,US,"Here is 100% estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, very ripe, saturated and tannic, it reaches 15.6% alcohol. The tightly layered black cherry and cassis fruit is dotted with pepper and herb, and the tannins are still quite hard. The structure is there for longterm cellaring; if you drink it sooner, give it a lot of breathing time.",Derby,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2006 Derby Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2006-derby-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.2,Red,US,"Silky, racy and dry, which is just what you want in a nice Pinot. It offers flamboyant flavors of cherries, red currants, root beer, bacon, sandalwood and peppery spices, with a hint of mocha. Great now, and could develop over the next 4–5 years.",San Remo Vineyard,49,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Signaterra Benziger 2007 San Remo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-benziger-2007-san-remo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Signaterra Benziger 12.5,Dessert,Italy,Here's a superrich and decadent Verduzzo Friulano-based dessert wine with thick color and concentration and intense aromas of apricot and creamy almond paste. The wine showcases a lively golden color with a soft mouthfeel and refreshing acidity.,Cràtis,39,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Scubla 2005 Cràtis Verduzzo Friulano (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scubla-2005-cratis-italian-white-verduzzo-friulano-colli-orientali-friuli/,Verduzzo Friulano ,2005,Scubla 12.6,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful blush wine, both to look at and to drink. The color is “the partridge's eye,” and in the mouth, the wine is fully dry, crisp and subtle in raspberries, tangerines, vanilla, brioche and spices. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.",Brut Rosé,41,91,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2006 Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2006-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Schramsberg ,White,Austria,"Reserve by name, reserved by nature, a wine that is only now slowly coming out of its tight shell of mineral acidity. There are hints of pears, green fruits and spice. It will be another year before it begins to show its true character.",Reserve,34,91,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2007 Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2007-reserve-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich-107629/,Grüner Veltliner,2007,Weinrieder 14.5,Red,US,"Heavy and oaky in youth, although there are deep, complex flavors of blackberries, black currants, plums and black cherries, complexed with unusual tastes of minerals, graphite and balsam that seem to come from the soil. The wine throws a heavy sediment, and is best considered an ager, although it has no history. Try 2010–2014.",Moment of Truth,125,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterfront 2006 Moment of Truth Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterfront-2006-moment-truth-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Waterfront 14.1,Red,US,"A gorgeous, lush Pinot Noir, simply irresistible for drinking now, but ageable. Shows rich, ripe cherry, raspberry, currant, chocolate and anise flavors, accented with spicy sandalwood. A bit primary and fresh in its youth, and should develop bottle nuances through 2013.",Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Bottled,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2007 Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-olivet-lane-vineyard-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pellegrini 12,Dessert,Italy,Casali Godia is a luscious dessert wine with late harvest fruit that delivers a saturated golden color and intense aromas of apricot and honey. The grapes are slightly dried and the wine undergoes fermentation in oak for an extra creamy and rich character.,Casali Godia,34,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livon 2003 Casali Godia Verduzzo Friulano (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livon-2003-casali-godia-italian-white-verduzzo-friulano-colli-orientali-friuli/,Verduzzo Friulano ,2003,Livon 14,Red,Spain,"A very nice wine from a solid producer. The nose displays blackberry, coffee, earth and vanilla aromas, while the palate is pure, respectably tannic and starts with a short but pointed blast of black fruit followed by mocha and vanilla. Makes it to the upper echelon of Ribera wines; drink now through 2012.",Reserva,41,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Paramo de Corcos 2004 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paramo-corcos-2004-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Paramo de Corcos 13.5,Red,Italy,"This successful vintage of Nos (an oak-aged Riserva made with native Teroldego grapes) shows rich extraction, a plush mouthfeel and intense aromas of blackberry, chocolate, spice, vanilla bean and black currant. The texture is dense and velvety and the wine closes with characteristic sourness.",Nos Riserva,32,91,,Teroldego Rotaliano,,Mezzacorona 2004 Nos Riserva (Teroldego Rotaliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2004-nos-riserva-italian-red-teroldego-teroldego-rotaliano/,Teroldego,2004,Mezzacorona 14,Red,South Africa,"A restrained, elegant nose of black fruit, plum, cherry and spice starts this serious blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from Chris Williams and Meerlust. Full-bodied, complex flavors of cedar, tobacco, mint and plum are juicy and savory. Tannins are taut but forgiving. The wine still needs to time to evolve, but is a study in brooding character.",Rubicon,28,91,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2005 Rubicon Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2005-rubicon-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Meerlust 15,Red,France,"Starts off with slightly high-toned, red-fruit aromas--and the flavors stay true to that throughout, leaning heavily on cherries with some spice notes for complexity. It's smooth and not overly rich; nicely balanced in an elegant style; fresh and not too tannic. Drink now-2012.",,36,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Cristia 2004 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cristia-2004-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Cristia ,Red,US,"Though labeled Columbia Valley, this is 100% Red Mountain fruit from top vineyards. The blend yields a beautifully detailed wine, mixing sweet herbs with currant, berry, and some refined notes of clover, gravel, sharp acids and tight tannins. At 15% alcohol there is nothing shy about it.",Zachary's Ladder,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2007 Zachary's Ladder Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2007-zacharys-ladder-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Gorman 13,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a fabulous Picolit with fine-tuned aromas of fresh honey and bee's wax. The honey note is dominant although you will find background shadings of dried apricot and Graham cracker. The mouthfeel is smooth and supple and the wine has a soft, creamy finish that lasts a very long time.",,65,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Girolamo Dorigo 2006 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girolamo-dorigo-2006-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2006,Girolamo Dorigo ,Red,France,"Still showing some toasty oak notes, but this is a powerful vintage that should completely integrate the oak within another year or so. Leather and cinnamon accent black cherry fruit in this rich, round, mouthfilling expression of Lirac. Drink 2010-2018.",Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine,,91,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Lafond 2005 Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2005-roc-epine-ferme-romaine-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Lafond ,Red,France,"Yves Gras's wines consistently offer an exemplary organoleptic definition of garrigue, and this wine is no exception. The spice-and-herb-infused aromas marry easily with notes of chocolate and black olive in this creamy, rich wine. Long and velvety on the finish, this should evolve for 10–15 years.",Tradition,,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2006 Tradition (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2006-tradition-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine Santa Duc 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and sweet smelling, with mocha, tobacco, briar and a whiff of dried hard cheese. The palate has a rich feel to it and good framing from healthy acidity and tannins, while the flavors of black fruit and berries are bright and forward. Round, chewy, warm and ready to run. Best if held for another year or so.",Crianza,40,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2006 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2006-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Elias Mora ,Red,US,"The Artist Series blend is quite Cabernet-centric in 2006—58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 6% Malbec and just a splash of Petit Verdot. Aromatic and loaded with sweet blackberry fruit, backed with black olive and clean earth, this polished effort shows excellent midpalate concentration and a nicely sculpted finish.",Artist Series Meritage Red Wine,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2006 Artist Series Meritage Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2006-artist-series-meritage-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Dessert,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. This wine, like many, is rich in its dry botrytis, which dominates the fruit. There are also white peaches, and some sweet grape flavors.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Romer du Hayot 2006 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-hayot-2006-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Romer du Hayot ,Dessert,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Fresh, but rich, this is an impressive wine, showing dry flavors along with sweetness in depth. This is powerful.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Romer 2006 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-2006-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Romer ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. In the rich style, its herbaceous character covered with a powerfu, creamy rich layer. It has good purity as well, lively and fresh to finish.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2008 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2008-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Olivier ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Very modern, polished in style, a wine whose new wood doesn't mask the rich fruit. The tannins are more to do with wood than fruit. This will be delicious.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Berliquet 2006 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-berliquet-2006-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Berliquet ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Structured, tight, a mineral style of wine. The blackberry fruit flavors come through with firm tannins, a final burst of acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-saint-georges-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Moulin Saint-Georges ,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Fresh and soft, just hinting at toast, ripe yellow fruits, only lightly touched by citrus. It is pure, vivid, but warm.",Pavillon Blanc de Château Margaux Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Margaux 2008 Pavillon Blanc de Château Margaux Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2008-pavillon-blanc-chateau-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A fruity wine, lovely, lively fresh fruits, blackcurrants and berries well integrated. The tannins are a part of this, with their sweetness. Whether this is a wine for aging is a question.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescot-saint-exupery-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Complex, this is a wine that is slashed through with fresh fruit, but that only enhance the dense tannins and solid structure. Yet it preserves a lightness and freshness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2006-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Latour à Pomerol ,Red,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Initially, you are hit by a wall of fruit tannin, dark and forbidding. But then it opens into a heavily structured, but still fruity wine. One for aging.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Fleur de Gay 2006 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-gay-2006-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château La Fleur de Gay ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Spicy new wood opens a wine that is rather stretched, taut. The opulence of Merlot Pomerol is not there, but it has been replaced by a structured wine. When the wood calms down, this will be serious.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Croix de Gay 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-gay-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Croix de Gay ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Dry, tight tannins, the fruit a hint of berries over stalky blackcurrants. This is a dense wine, with black flavors, only a hint of a powerful future in store.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Desmirail 2008 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desmirail-2008-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Chateau Desmirail 15.9,White,US,"Arrowood captures the exotic essence of Viognier, but never lets go of balance, which is so important in taming this unbridled variety. It's rich in pineapple, papaya and honeysuckle flavors, but dry, with rich acidity leading to a bright, clean finish.",Saralee's Vineyard,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2007 Saralee's Vineyard Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-saralees-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2007,Arrowood 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Achaval's Uco Valley single-vineyard Malbec is strapping and minerally, with exotic black-fruit aromas darkened up by road tar but lightened by violets. It's focused and bright, with juicy cherry and black-plum flavors. Pure and direct, with a long finish. Drink now through 2013.",Finca Altamira,112,91,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Achaval-Ferrer 2007 Finca Altamira Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2007-finca-altamira-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2007,Achaval-Ferrer 14,Red,Spain,"Starts with leather, aged cheese and other oaky notes, but it settles and unfolds with airing. Smooth, plump and showing a fine mouthfeel, this is a wine that works even if it doesn't overwhelm. Blackberry, cassis and herbal flavors are nice, and the finish is smooth and tastes of fresh coconut. Drink now thru 2010.",De Garage,60,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baigorri 2003 De Garage (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baigorri-2003-garage-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Baigorri 14.5,Red,US,"Very sweet in fruit and refined in texture, a softly gentle wine to enjoy now and over the next six years. Shows lots of blackberry, cherry, orange zest, licorice and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into rich, silky tannins.",Claret,86,91,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 2005 Claret Red (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2005-claret-red-napa-atlas-peak/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Atlas Peak 14.3,Red,US,"Captures the robust, fruity essence of Petite Sirah, in a balanced, richly tannic and ageworthy package. It's completely dry, with complex waves of wild blueberries and blackberries, plums, mulberries, tobacco, leather, dark unsweetened chocolate and peppery spices. Good now, but will benefit from 6–10 years in the cellar.",,38,91,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Keating 2007 Petite Sirah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2007-petite-sirah-sonoma-rockpile/,Petite Sirah,2007,Keating 9,White,Germany,,Eitelsbacher Karthäuserhofberg Spätlese,45,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Karthäuserhof 2007 Eitelsbacher Karthäuserhofberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karthauserhof-2007-eitelsbacher-karthauserhofberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Karthäuserhof 14.8,Red,US,"This is the most generous and accessible of Halleck's quartet of '07 Pinots. It's rich and silky, with lovely, complex flavors of red and black cherries, raspberries, red currants, bacon, anise, pepper and smoky sandalwood. Easy to drink and sophisticated.",Hillside Cuvée,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Halleck 2007 Hillside Cuvée Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/halleck-2007-hillside-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Halleck ,Red,US,"Herbal and elegant, it's perfectly balanced, with a beguiling mix of cranberry, strawberry and raspberry fruit flavors, and tightly stitched tannins that will need some bottle age to unwind.",Lagniappe,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2006 Lagniappe Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2006-lagniappe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Gramercy ,Red,US,"A pleasing dark, black cherry color, Lemelson's Stermer vineyard Pinot Noir has slightly more concentration and tannin than the Cuvée X; it's earthier, with more flavors of wood, forest floor and soil. Black cherry fruit keeps it in balance, with juicy acids and a light dusting of cocoa. The alcohol is just 13.5%.",Stermer Vineyard,48,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2007 Stermer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2007-stermer-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lemelson ,Red,US,"The Côte Est Pinot Noir is from a block on the cooler, east-facing side of the vineyard, and crafted by Steve Ryan. Tight, herbal, briary and nuanced with tobacco and earth, this has a solid core of fruit and remarkable persistence.",Côte Est,47,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Le Cadeau 2007 Côte Est Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2007-cote-est-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2007,Le Cadeau 14.6,Red,US,"Lush and dramatic. Shows intense flavors of black currants and cedar, wrapped into extremely fine tannins and liberally enhanced with sweet, smoky oak. Very good, but young and fresh. Best 2010–2013.",Moonridge,100,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Korbin Kameron 2005 Moonridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2005-moonridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Korbin Kameron ,White,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. This is one of the best Pavillon Blancs for years, a sign of the quality of the Sauvignon Blanc in 2006. It combines tropical richness and denseness (it is 15% alcohol) with pink grapefruit acidity – a great mix which works well here.",Pavillon Blanc de Château Margau Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Margaux 2006 Pavillon Blanc de Château Margau Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2006-pavillon-blanc-margau-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A dense, finely structured wine, the tannins offering dark fruit. Initially it seems austere, but then ripe fruit piles in lifting the final taste.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Fleur-Pétrus ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Smooth and ripe, with some softness as befits a second wine. The fruit is open, ripe, generous. The effect is of a fruity Merlot based wine, with just enough weight.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Carruades de Lafite 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carruades-de-lafite-2008-barrel-sample-pauillac-99336/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Carruades de Lafite ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Smooth and ripe, with some softness as befits a second wine. The fruit is open, ripe, generous. The effect is of a fruity Merlot based wine, with just enough weight.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Carruades de Lafite 2008 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carruades-lafite-2008-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Carruades de Lafite 8,White,Germany,,Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Spätlese,29,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Bastgen 2007 Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastgen-2007-brauneberger-juffer-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2007,Bastgen ,Red,US,"A new offering from Barrister, this Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon spent about 40 months in oak, and not too surprisingly, it's oaky. With big, blocky tannins, and round, forward fruit, it retains enough of the herbaceous varietal character to mellow out some of that oak.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barrister 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Barrister ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Some austerity, but the depth of the fruit is the hallmark here, very solid, black plums and sweet, juicy tannins. There is some aging potential here.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Cabanne 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabanne-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Cabanne ,White,France,"90—92 Barrel sample. Touched by citrus and grapefruit, this is also a structured wine, dry, crisp, showing wood under the green fruits.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2006 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2006-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château de Fieuzal ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Big, rich botrytis character from the first aromas right through the palate. The wine is rich in orange marmalade, intense and concentrated.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Fargues 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fargues-2008-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château de Fargues ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A finely wooded wine, with a good balance between the ripe tannins, the bright berry fruits and fresh acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Chasse-Spleen 2008 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chasse-spleen-2008-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Chasse-Spleen ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Dense, juicy, with good blackcurrant and red berry fruits, and a solid depth of flavor. There is lifting acidity at the end.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan-Marzelle 2008 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-marzelle-2008-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Certan-Marzelle 14.1,White,US,"The vintage was great, the vineyard is in a great part of the valley, and the wine is wonderful. It's ultrarich in tropical fruit, buttered toast, buttercream and spice flavors, but perfectly balanced with acidity and minerals.",Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Bottled,24,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2007 Olivet Lane Vineyard Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-olivet-lane-vineyard-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Pellegrini ,White,US,"Intense flavors jump from the glass, a head-turning swirl of papaya, mango, lime and grapefruit, etched with a little bitter rind, and showing plenty of phenolic bite. The alcohol is under 13%, and the acids really scream out for food.",Steelhead Run Vineyard,19,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Quady North 2007 Steelhead Run Vineyard Viognier (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2007-steelhead-run-vineyard-viognier-southern-applegate-valley/,Viognier,2007,Quady North 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with a mocha blast, meaning the vanilla, coffee, chocolate and cream aromas are unavoidable and powerful. The palate, however, is properly balanced and shows good acids and tannins. Flavorwise, it's pushing spiced berry, coffee and chocolate, and the finish keeps the wine's lush, generous profile intact. Drink from 2010 through 2015.",Seleccion,75,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2006 Seleccion (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2006-seleccion-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Protos 14.5,White,Austria,"This is impressive, both from its richness and alcohol (the narrow Krems River Valley is an oven in summer) and from its pure fruit and balance. The texture is smooth, with apricot, white peach, caramel and pepper. It never loses a sense of freshness, the acidity floating over the rich fruit flavors.",Ehrenfels vom Urgenstein,,91,Kamptal,,,Proidl 2007 Ehrenfels vom Urgenstein Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proidl-2007-ehrenfels-vom-urgenstein-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2007,Proidl ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. There are certainly elements of new wood here, while the fruit gives sweetness and ripeness. The tannins hover between high toast and ripe Cabernet. To finish, there is ripe, black and juicy fruit.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Pagodes de Cos 2008 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagodes-de-cos-2008-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Pagodes de Cos 14.2,White,US,"Cleanliness, zest, dryness and potent citrus flavors characterize this wine. What's not to like? It's bright and crisp in lemongrass, grapefuit and lime flavors, undergirded with minerals and enriched with sweet vanilla and butter from partial barrel fermentation. Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, it's a very beautiful example of the variety.",Grieve Family Vineyard,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B.R. Cohn 2008 Grieve Family Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2008-grieve-family-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,B.R. Cohn